http://www.thailandessentials.com The Ultimate Travel Guide to Pattaya Thailand Fri, 12 Feb 2010 09:02:13 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en One of the most infamous streets in the world, Walking Street Pattaya is known for it’s bright neon lights, loud music, go-go bars, beer bars, discos, restaurants, and of course girls. Walking Street closes down to traffic at 6pm and becomes the center of Pattaya Thailand’s nightlife.  For the first time visitor the sights and sounds [...]]]> http://www.thailandessentials.com/pattaya-nightlife/walking-street-pattaya-thailand/ Soi 6 is Pattaya’s daytime Walking Street.  It’s been refered to as sexy, seedy, and sinful.  All could be an accurate description.  Soi 6 is Pattaya Thailand’s daytime center for crazy fun and debauchery, a walk down here is not for the meek and mild mannered. Soi 6 is a street filled with short time bars [...]]]> http://www.thailandessentials.com/pattaya-nightlife/pattaya-soi-6/ The Blues Factory in Pattaya Thailand is top spot to listen to live music on your holiday.  They have several live bands playing blues, r&b, and rock.  Opened in 2001 and still going strong, the bar is located just off Walking Street on Soi Lucky Star, just opposite the Marine Disco. When you walk in you [...]]]> http://www.thailandessentials.com/pattaya-nightlife/the-blues-factory-pattaya-thailand/ Another of the fun day trips you can experience while in Pattaya Thailand is the Mini Siam Park.  Yes it is a little touristy, but most day trips in the area are that way.  This attraction lets you see 100 of the world’s great wonders in miniature. The park sits on approximately 30 acres (rai) of [...]]]> http://www.thailandessentials.com/things-to-do-in-pattaya/mini-siam-pattaya-thailand/ If you are looking for a daytime excursion to pass a few hours then Underwater World Pattaya might be worth a look.  It is an aquarium attraction located a short distance from downtown Pattaya Thailand.  Billed as a unique edutainment aquarium, it is really not that impressive, but a fun way to pass a couple [...]]]> http://www.thailandessentials.com/things-to-do-in-pattaya/underwater-world-pattaya-thailand/ If ladyboy’s are your thing and you’re looking for a comprehensive list of the best ladyboy bars, gogo’s, and clubs in and around Pattaya, you’ve come to the right place.  There are several ladyboy only bars and gogo’s, as well as several bars where they work alongside genetic girls.  We’ve put together a list of [...]]]> http://www.thailandessentials.com/pattaya-nightlife/pattaya-ladyboy-bar-and-go-go-guide/ One of the things Thailand and Pattaya in particular is known for is Ladyboy’s.  Also called Kathoey (or katoey) in Thai, Ladyboy’s are the third gender of Thailand.  They are males who live their lives as females. Some Pattaya Ladyboy’s are very beautiful and more than a few people have been mistaken in thinking they [...]]]> http://www.thailandessentials.com/pattaya-nightlife/pattaya-ladyboys/ One topic that always comes up when talking to people about Pattaya – Women.  It’s no secret that Pattaya has a reputation for wild and seedy nightlife that is known around the world.  The city has tried to clean up its image over the past few years, yet everyone still  wants to know about the [...]]]> http://www.thailandessentials.com/pattaya-nightlife/pattaya-girls/ Whether you are traveling on business or a fun filled vacation holiday to Thailand, you will want to stay in touch, either with friends and family back home, or any new friends you meet on your travels.  One of the top questions from new travelers seems to be “can I use my mobile phone in [...]]]> http://www.thailandessentials.com/pattaya-travel-tips/use-your-mobile-phone-in-thailand/ Massage in Thailand is a traditional and revered art, passed down through many generations.  It is not the typical sex massage that a lot of people associate with it.  If you are looking for information on an adult massage, check out our article on soapy massage in Pattaya.  This article is about traditional Thai massage. The [...]]]> http://www.thailandessentials.com/things-to-do-in-pattaya/pattaya-massage/ Massage in Pattaya is all too often incorrectly associated with sex, however in this case, it is spot on.  The soapy massage has become a time honored tradition in Thailand.  We don’t know the history, but it is quite popular, along with a few other variation such as the oil massage. Not all massage places in [...]]]> http://www.thailandessentials.com/pattaya-nightlife/pattaya-soapy-massage/ The Coyote Bars in Pattaya are quite popular and have been catching on in the last few years.  These bars are slightly different then your other beer bars and gogo’s.  The concept is a bit different but like other things in Thailand a bit of the same. The bars are typically laid back, TV screens, pool [...]]]> http://www.thailandessentials.com/pattaya-nightlife/pattaya-coyote-bars/ One of the most entertaining and desired shows to see while in Pattaya, is the Ladyboy Cabaret.  These aren’t your ordinary ladies, but they put on one heck of a spectacular performance.  Ornate costumes, lavish decorations, and a giant cast, make this an undeniable tourist attraction. The most popular Pattaya ladyboy cabaret show are Tiffany’s Cabaret [...]]]> http://www.thailandessentials.com/pattaya-nightlife/ladyboy-cabaret-in-pattaya/ Pattaya has a number of high energy discos or dance clubs that party till the wee hours of the morning.  They are fun places to go with your girl or a few friends and dance the night away and pick up on members of the opposite sex.  These places open earlier in the evening around [...]]]> http://www.thailandessentials.com/pattaya-nightlife/pattaya-dance-clubs-disco-bars/ A staple of Pattaya nightlife are the many GoGo Bars that dot the city.  Here you will find scantily clad Thai Girls dancing to the latest music.  If your looking for the best place to find go go bars in Pattaya, head to Walking Street.  Here you will find dozens of bars lining the neon [...]]]> http://www.thailandessentials.com/pattaya-nightlife/pattaya-gogo-bars/