http://www.thailandessentials.com The Ultimate Travel Guide to Pattaya Thailand Fri, 28 May 2010 04:28:31 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0 http://www.thailandessentials.com/pattaya-travel-tips/thailand-travel-information/is-it-safe-to-travel-to-thailand-again/ http://www.thailandessentials.com/pattaya-travel-tips/thailand-travel-information/is-it-safe-to-travel-to-thailand-again/#comments Thu, 27 May 2010 03:50:04 +0000 Pattaya Thailand Essentials http://www.thailandessentials.com/?p=624 The worst is over and order has been restored to Bangkok. So is it safe to travel to Thailand again? The answer depends on a few factors. Truth be told, even with all the coverage on the international television about the protests and violence in Bangkok, if you were not in the main areas of [...]]]> http://www.thailandessentials.com/pattaya-travel-tips/thailand-travel-information/is-it-safe-to-travel-to-thailand-again/feed/ 0 http://www.thailandessentials.com/pattaya-thailand-hotels/pattaya-hotel-reviews/hard-rock-hotel-pattaya-review/ http://www.thailandessentials.com/pattaya-thailand-hotels/pattaya-hotel-reviews/hard-rock-hotel-pattaya-review/#comments Wed, 12 May 2010 06:28:37 +0000 Pattaya Thailand Essentials http://www.thailandessentials.com/?p=590 The Hard Rock Hotel in Pattaya is one of the prime places to stay on the beach. Located between Soi 6 and 7 in North Pattaya, it is conveniently located a short baht bus or mototaxi ride from the heart of Pattaya Nightlife.]]> http://www.thailandessentials.com/pattaya-thailand-hotels/pattaya-hotel-reviews/hard-rock-hotel-pattaya-review/feed/ 0 http://www.thailandessentials.com/pattaya-nightlife/walking-street-pattaya-thailand/ http://www.thailandessentials.com/pattaya-nightlife/walking-street-pattaya-thailand/#comments Wed, 27 Jan 2010 18:54:02 +0000 Pattaya Thailand Essentials http://www.thailandessentials.com/?p=457 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 [...]]]> http://www.thailandessentials.com/pattaya-nightlife/walking-street-pattaya-thailand/feed/ 3 http://www.thailandessentials.com/pattaya-nightlife/pattaya-soi-6/ http://www.thailandessentials.com/pattaya-nightlife/pattaya-soi-6/#comments Tue, 26 Jan 2010 18:36:17 +0000 Pattaya Thailand Essentials http://www.thailandessentials.com/?p=450 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 [...]]]> http://www.thailandessentials.com/pattaya-nightlife/pattaya-soi-6/feed/ 1 http://www.thailandessentials.com/pattaya-nightlife/the-blues-factory-pattaya-thailand/ http://www.thailandessentials.com/pattaya-nightlife/the-blues-factory-pattaya-thailand/#comments Tue, 26 Jan 2010 04:36:07 +0000 Pattaya Thailand Essentials http://www.thailandessentials.com/?p=447 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 [...]]]> http://www.thailandessentials.com/pattaya-nightlife/the-blues-factory-pattaya-thailand/feed/ 0 http://www.thailandessentials.com/things-to-do-in-pattaya/mini-siam-pattaya-thailand/ http://www.thailandessentials.com/things-to-do-in-pattaya/mini-siam-pattaya-thailand/#comments Thu, 21 Jan 2010 18:47:30 +0000 Pattaya Thailand Essentials http://www.thailandessentials.com/?p=436 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) [...]]]> http://www.thailandessentials.com/things-to-do-in-pattaya/mini-siam-pattaya-thailand/feed/ 0 http://www.thailandessentials.com/things-to-do-in-pattaya/underwater-world-pattaya-thailand/ http://www.thailandessentials.com/things-to-do-in-pattaya/underwater-world-pattaya-thailand/#comments Wed, 20 Jan 2010 18:10:56 +0000 Pattaya Thailand Essentials http://www.thailandessentials.com/?p=431 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/feed/ 0 http://www.thailandessentials.com/pattaya-nightlife/pattaya-ladyboy-bar-and-go-go-guide/ http://www.thailandessentials.com/pattaya-nightlife/pattaya-ladyboy-bar-and-go-go-guide/#comments Tue, 19 Jan 2010 19:32:15 +0000 Pattaya Thailand Essentials http://www.thailandessentials.com/?p=428 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/feed/ 2 http://www.thailandessentials.com/pattaya-nightlife/pattaya-ladyboys/ http://www.thailandessentials.com/pattaya-nightlife/pattaya-ladyboys/#comments Tue, 19 Jan 2010 03:31:54 +0000 Pattaya Thailand Essentials http://www.thailandessentials.com/?p=423 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/feed/ 0 http://www.thailandessentials.com/pattaya-nightlife/pattaya-girls/ http://www.thailandessentials.com/pattaya-nightlife/pattaya-girls/#comments Mon, 02 Nov 2009 04:38:27 +0000 Pattaya Thailand Essentials http://www.thailandessentials.com/?p=418 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/feed/ 0 http://www.thailandessentials.com/things-to-do-in-pattaya/pattaya-massage/ http://www.thailandessentials.com/things-to-do-in-pattaya/pattaya-massage/#comments Sun, 04 Oct 2009 20:45:07 +0000 Pattaya Thailand Essentials http://www.thailandessentials.com/?p=396 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. [...]]]> http://www.thailandessentials.com/things-to-do-in-pattaya/pattaya-massage/feed/ 0 http://www.thailandessentials.com/pattaya-nightlife/pattaya-soapy-massage/ http://www.thailandessentials.com/pattaya-nightlife/pattaya-soapy-massage/#comments Sun, 04 Oct 2009 16:30:58 +0000 Pattaya Thailand Essentials http://www.thailandessentials.com/?p=392 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 [...]]]> http://www.thailandessentials.com/pattaya-nightlife/pattaya-soapy-massage/feed/ 0 http://www.thailandessentials.com/pattaya-nightlife/pattaya-coyote-bars/ http://www.thailandessentials.com/pattaya-nightlife/pattaya-coyote-bars/#comments Sun, 04 Oct 2009 04:51:41 +0000 Pattaya Thailand Essentials http://www.thailandessentials.com/?p=386 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, [...]]]> http://www.thailandessentials.com/pattaya-nightlife/pattaya-coyote-bars/feed/ 0 http://www.thailandessentials.com/pattaya-nightlife/ladyboy-cabaret-in-pattaya/ http://www.thailandessentials.com/pattaya-nightlife/ladyboy-cabaret-in-pattaya/#comments Sun, 04 Oct 2009 04:31:59 +0000 Pattaya Thailand Essentials http://www.thailandessentials.com/?p=381 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 [...]]]> http://www.thailandessentials.com/pattaya-nightlife/ladyboy-cabaret-in-pattaya/feed/ 0 http://www.thailandessentials.com/pattaya-nightlife/pattaya-dance-clubs-disco-bars/ http://www.thailandessentials.com/pattaya-nightlife/pattaya-dance-clubs-disco-bars/#comments Fri, 02 Oct 2009 05:58:55 +0000 Pattaya Thailand Essentials http://www.thailandessentials.com/?p=373 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/feed/ 0