Pattaya
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ACCOR’s midrange hotel ★★★☆☆
Mercure Pattaya Ocean Resort Hotel is suitable for families and solo travellers. A good one is that the hotel provides a free service to register outside guests, so guests can invite visitors to their rooms while ensuring a secure experience. I opted for a Superior Ocean View room on the 14th floor with a balcony.…
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An Old Fella and A Sheila
In a cafe in Pattaya, an elderly white man is scolding a Thai woman sitting with him. The old fella, who looks like he’s in his mid-70s, has been carrying on, yelling his head off for over ten minutes straight. Meanwhile, the Thai woman in her mid-50s sits calmly with him. I don’t know what…
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Housekeeping at Mercure Pattaya Ocean Resort Hotel ★★☆☆☆
I call the hotel’s housekeeping to freshen up the room and change the bedsheets and towels. Despite being around half past six in the evening, the hotel is kind enough to accommodate my request. As I get clothed, I hear a knock on my door. I open the door.A young woman, aged between 20 and…
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Capturing Pattaya’s morning in 2023
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Snapped in the morning on the beach in Pattaya in 2023, a quieter section on Beach Road.
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RLAX Hotel Visit Massage ★★★☆☆
In Pattaya, Thailand. RLAX comes up on my Google search for “authentic massage home service”.Book for Oil Massage & Aromatherapy.It costs 1,280 bahts for a two-hour session.They take money online. The appointment time is 10 am.I receive a call from reception at 9:55 am. The receptionist typically requests me to pick up my guest in…
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The escalators: policy vs system
At Terminal 21 Pattaya, Thailand. I come across the information desk on the ground floor (street level).I speak to a female attendant in Thai, “Where are the restaurants located?”She smiles. “Third floor,” she replies in English. I take the first escalator.The blue footprint marks on the escalator stairs indicate I should stand on the right…
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Fine Dining in Pattaya ★★★★☆
I had an incredible experience at Cafe des Amis Fine Dining. The meal was exceptional, the service was outstanding, and the atmosphere was elegant. If you want to be treated like a VIP, you should make a reservation ahead! Here are my recommendations: The Chef’s Amuse Bouche Trio – it’s absolutely delightful! Foie gras is…
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Croissants in Pattaya ★★★★☆
If you happen to be in Pattaya, Thailand, and have a taste for bakeries, let me recommend a delightful croissant. After trying various options in the area, I can confidently say that the croissants in Pattaya surpass the typical offerings found in shopping malls or coffee shops in Sydney. What makes these croissants stand out…
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ACCOR Loyalty Membership ★★★☆☆
I recently spent five nights at one of ACCOR’s hotels in Bangkok. Unfortunately, because I booked through a third-party agent, I didn’t earn any rewards or status points for my stay. This was a bit disappointing, but I understood the policy and moved on. Shortly after, I checked into another ACCOR hotel in Pattaya. This…
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A good hotel to stay in Pattaya ★★★★☆
My experience at Holiday Inn Pattaya has been quite positive. The hotel’s location is ideal, and both the hotel and the rooms are kept clean to a high standard. The staff at the hotel are exceptional – they’re friendly and always ready to assist. However, I must admit that I found the room service disappointing.…
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Thai A-GO-GO Bars ★★★★☆
With its vibrant atmosphere and lively streets, Pattaya is renowned for its beer bars that line the beach road and dot nearly every street. These bars, a quintessential part of Pattaya’s nightlife, attract a diverse crowd of expats and tourists, creating a melting pot of cultures and experiences that define this bustling city. It’s a…