Some of the driving habits on Thailand’s highways are at least annoying, and sometimes dangerous if you’re not accustomed to driving in Thailand and don’t know what to expect. Not all the habits on the list below are unique to Thailand, but they certainly seem more prolific here. If you plan to drive locally, in […]
Continue ReadingBeautiful Koh Samet Photos
To say Koh Samet is a beautiful island (see photos of Koh Samet below) would not be an overstatement, many visitors to the island say it’s as beautiful any island in Thailand. Koh Samet is not merely beautiful, it’s ydillic, probably everything you imagined a Thai island would be. Koh Samet is one of the […]
Continue ReadingHow To Get To Koh Samet
Planning a trip from Pattaya to Koh Samet? Whether you’re looking for budget-priced or convenient—here are all the best transport options and insider tips on how and where to get the cheapest price for hassle-free shared transfers including ferry or speedboat tickets online or in person, along with some handy Koh Samet hotel booking tips. […]
Continue ReadingPattaya Tourist Attractions – Buddha Mountain
Buddha Mountain (see photo below), also known as “Khao Chi Chan” and the “Laser Buddha” has become an increasingly popular destination on the Pattaya tourist trail since it was opened to commemorate His Majesty The King’s Golden Jubilee. Like many other sites of religious significance, including Wat Yansangwararam and Buddha Hill in Pattaya, there is […]
Continue ReadingPattaya Temples – Wat Yansangwararam
Wat Yansangwararam (known locally as Wat Yan) is about a 30 minute drive from central Pattaya. Wat Yansangwararam was built in 1976, and although it is relatively modern it is one of the most significant temples in the Pattaya area because it comes under the patronage of His Majesty The King. The many buildings and […]
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