Adult brown dog tick Thailand

Vile Disgusting Ticks

Pattaya’s warm climate, a garden, and man’s best friend, I love them all. But so does one of the most detestable, disgusting little creatures I can think of. Yep, ticks. They disgust me as much as Thailand’s monster centipedes scare…

Washed up Krathongs

Loy Krathong is one of the most magical and beautiful annual events in Thailand, but have you ever wondered what becomes of the millions of beautiful Krathongs that are released hopefully into the sea, rivers, and lakes of Thailand? This…

Pattaya Traffic Nam

Fon tok mahk brought excessive nam, and left Pattaya in a bit of a jam. October certainly went out with a bang in Pattaya, strong winds, black skies, an awesome thunder and lightning show, and a torrential downpour. It was…

Hotels in Pattaya Thailand

Pattaya Hotel Booking Tips

Pattaya is a seaside resort city that boasts luxury and budget-priced hotels, sprawling resorts, cheap guest houses and hostels, and an abundance of every type of alternative holiday and long-term rental accommodation. But how and where to find the best…

Pattaya Ladyboy Strikes a Pose

Despite mass media coverage, countless books and documentaries, Thailand’s lady-boys are still a bit of an unexplained Miss Terry mystery. This photo (below) was taken at Mimosa in Pattaya, must just say, thanks for striking such a wonderful pose.