One of the many things that Thailand does well is shopping. In Pattaya, we have a great selection of boutique shops and markets but it is perhaps the main shopping malls that get the most business and arguably recognition. In this blog, we look at the main shopping malls in Pattaya as well as taking a quick look at the ones that are due to be coming to the city in the near future. Central...

When you think of upmarket restaurants and great places to eat, East Pattaya may not be one of the first places that you think of but that is actually quite unfair with the area boasting some fantastic options. It has great international restaurants, family restaurants and places where groups of friends can gather to catch up and enjoy a few drinks. The area has something for everyone and this is just one...

Pattaya has a vast selection of excellent restaurants that cover cuisine from all four corners of the globe. At almost every corner you will find an Indian restaurant such is the popularity of the food with visitors and expats from across the world. Picking out just seven restaurants is difficult but below we have our suggestions about places that you should try. Indian By Nature Indian by Nature can be...

Italian food is popular with almost every nationality so there is little surprise that there are so many quality Italian restaurants in Pattaya. You will find excellent diners that cater for almost every budget and you’ll even find lots of typically non-Italian restaurants serving some dishes. Here is our suggestion of the best 7 Italian restaurants in Pattaya. Pan Pan Italian Restaurant Pan Pan...

From time to time we all miss the creature comforts from our home countries and we don’t just mean family and friends. Sometimes we miss certain types of food and other times we may miss the local beer. Luckily, you can find the solution very easily here in Pattaya, especially if you are English or have a fondness for English food and drink. Pattaya has a number of English pubs but we have tried to pick...

Pratamnak is one of the quietest and most exclusive areas of Pattaya with some high-end condos, 5-star hotels and of course, some excellent restaurants. Defining exactly where Pratamnak begins and ends is quite difficult so our list of the top 5 restaurants in the area may miss one of our your favourites simply because of the definition of the location. Below are our top restaurants in the area, ones where...

Pattaya has some truly magnificent massage and spa facilities that can be found all across the city. Many of these establishments offer a full range of massage and beauty services in a relaxing and private environment. The more upmarket spas only employment staff who are properly trained, have the correct qualifications and, in most cases, have several years’ experience behind them. These are all family...

There is little doubt that Pattaya is a city that is undergoing something of a transition and this applies to many different sectors and indeed the property market is no exception. In this article, we will address the current situation with regards to the market, what to expect in the future, and how you can get the most out of property in Pattaya. Current State of the Market in Pattaya It would be...

It is not just the nightlife and the golf that people do when they come to Pattaya, many people like to maintain or improve their health by visiting the gym. Luckily, Pattaya has an abundance of gyms, many of which are aimed at all abilities. Some are more exclusive than others and this is generally reflected in the price, but whatever your budget or your fitness level, there will be gym close to you to...