Bangkok Pattaya Just Got Back, Some Honest Advice

Preparation • Documents: Passport, ID card, passport photos, etc. Apply for a visa or learn about visa-on-arrival requirements. • Clothing: Pack light and breathable summer clothes, such as shorts, skirts, and short-sleeved shirts. For trips to the sea, bring swimwear, swimming caps, sunglasses, sun hats, sun protection clothing, and beach slippers. • Other items: Sunscreen, sunscreen spray, after-sun repair, mosquito repellent, common medications, etc. Recommended Attractions • Bangkok ◦ Grand Palace: A symbolic landmark of the Bangkok Dynasty, with unique architectural style and exquisite interiors, it is the culmination of Thai architectural art for hundreds of years. ◦ Erawan Shrine: Located in a bustling business district, it is one of the most popular places of worship in Thailand, where many people come to pray. ◦ Wat Arun Ratchawararam Ratchawaramahawihan: A refreshing representative of Thai temples, the building is pyramid-shaped and known as the "Eiffel Tower of the East." ◦ Asiatique The Riverfront: With a Ferris wheel, dining, entertainment, and shopping facilities, you can enjoy the Bangkok night view here. • Pattaya ◦ Koh Larn: With clear waters and fine sand, you can experience water sports such as banana boats, jet skis, parasailing, and snorkeling. ◦ Sanctuary of Truth: Exquisite architecture with exquisite wood carvings inside, it has great artistic value. ◦ Pattaya Floating Market: The filming location of "Go Lala Go!", you can experience water shopping and feel the rich Thai customs. ◦ Tiffany's Show Pattaya: A famous transvestite show with wonderful performances and gorgeous costumes, it is one of the must-see shows in Pattaya. Recommended Food • Bangkok ◦ Local Flavors: Jeh O Chula's Tom Yum Seafood MAMA Noodles, Somboon Seafood's Curry Crab, Raan Jay Fai's Crab Omelette, etc. ◦ Special Snacks: Inter Restaurants since 1981's Tom Yum Soup, Mae Varee's Mango Sticky Rice, Rong Thai's Thai-style Noodle Soup, etc. • Pattaya ◦ Local Flavors: Cabbages & Condoms offers sunset views over the sea and classic Thai dishes; 3 Mermaids faces the sea, offering Thai cuisine with a Western twist. ◦ Special Snacks: TAAN FOOD&DRINK's pineapple rice has a rich taste, and Jae Tho Beef Noodles' beef noodle soup base is rich and fragrant. Accommodation Recommendations • Bangkok ◦ Luxury: Capella Bangkok, Mandarin Oriental Bangkok, Four Seasons Hotel Bangkok at Chao Phraya River, etc. ◦ Family-friendly: Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok, Dusit Thani Bangkok, Bangkok Marriott Hotel The Surawongse, etc. • Pattaya ◦ Luxury: Andaz Pattaya Jomtien Beach, Hilton Pattaya, Royal Wing Suites & Spa, etc. ◦ Family-friendly: Grande Centre Point Space Pattaya, Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya, Amari Pattaya, etc. Transportation Guide • Bangkok: Public transportation includes BTS Skytrain, MRT Subway, buses, tuk-tuks, etc. BTS and MRT are convenient and fast, and can directly reach multiple attractions; tuk-tuks are suitable for short-distance travel, but remember to bargain. • Pattaya: The main means of transportation are songthaews, tuk-tuks, and motorcycles. Songthaews are red or green, and you can hail them by waving. Before boarding, confirm the destination and price with the driver.