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.