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Foreign guests flee in towels as fire breaks out at beachfront sauna in Soi Phra Tamnak 5. PATTAYA, Thailand – Chaos broke out Friday afternoon when a fire broke out at the popular SANDS SAUNA BEACH CLUB, a beachfront sauna establishment located in Soi Phra Tamnak 5, South Pattaya. The blaze prompted a frantic evacuation of foreign tourists who were using the facility at the time. The incident occurred around 3:30 PM on June 14, prompting an emergency response from Pattaya City’s disaster prevention team and local fire trucks, after police investigator Pol. Capt. Chainares Pengkan of Pattaya City Police Station received the fire report. Upon arrival, firefighters found thick black smoke billowing into the sky as flames engulfed part of the building. Several visibly shocked foreign nationals, many of whom had been using the sauna at the time, were seen fleeing the premises in a state of panic. Witnesses captured video footage showing customers running from the building, wrapped in towels, as staff directed them to safety. Fortunately, no injuries or smoke inhalation cases were reported among the foreign patrons or Thai staff. Firefighters worked quickly to contain the blaze and managed to bring the situation under control within 20 minutes. No injuries reported as firefighters contain blaze at the sauna within 20 minutes. Preliminary reports suggest the fire may have been caused by an electrical short circuit, though forensic investigators are expected to conduct a detailed examination to determine the exact cause. Initial damage estimates are placed at no less than 1 million baht, with significant destruction to the interior and rooftop structure of the sauna. The incident underscores the importance of routine fire safety inspections in tourist-heavy facilities, especially those dealing with heat and electrical systems. The sauna is located near the beach in a densely developed area that includes hotels, condominiums, and wellness centers. Authorities have not yet commented on whether the sauna had valid permits or recent safety certifications, though follow-up inspections from city officials and fire investigators are expected in the coming days. The parlor remains closed pending a full assessment. Initial damage from suspected electrical fire estimated at over 1 million baht.   Officials to investigate safety compliance after dramatic evacuation of tourists during sauna fire.

Mayor Poramet clarifies that expanding classes requires one-year advance approval and no other public schools within a 10 km radius. PATTAYA, Thailand – Pattaya convened the second meeting of its second ordinary session for 2025 following a May 30 announcement to extend the session, ensuring continued governance in line with the Pattaya City Administration Act and council regulations. Key Issues Discussed: High School Expansion at Pattaya City School 2: Mayor Poramet Ngampichet clarified that expansion must follow Ministry of Education rules, including a one-year prior approval and no other public schools within 10 km. With only 2 classrooms, School 2 falls short of the 5-classroom minimum. Instead, Schools 7 and 11 will expand from 3 to 5 classrooms, with additional teacher positions to be requested accordingly. Medical Center Renovation at Wat Boonkanchanaram: Deputy Mayor Wuttisak Rermkitkan reported the facility, operating since June 1, 2021, is now in disrepair. The city has assigned the Engineering Office to survey the site and submit a renovation budget. The council agreed to support the upgrade for better healthcare services. Council Leadership Update: Wisal Phettrakul was unanimously elected as the 2nd Deputy Chairman of Pattaya City Council. Pattaya pushes forward with renovation plans for the aging medical center at Wat Boonkanchanaram to improve community healthcare. City says Pattaya School 2 doesn’t meet criteria to add upper-secondary level, shifts focus to expanding other schools.   Wisal Phettrakul appointed as Pattaya City Council’s 2nd Deputy Chairman in latest session at City Hall.

Foreign tourist chats at red light, then shocks onlookers by pulling a reckless wheelie in heavy Pattaya traffic as the light turns green. PATTAYA, Thailand – Social media uproar in Pattaya after videos show a foreign man performing dangerous wheelies on a motorcycle at a busy North Pattaya intersection, causing traffic hazards and disturbing public order. In the first clip, the man is seen stopping at a red light, briefly chatting with the person filming — reportedly asking about the motorcycle model — before suddenly pulling a wheelie the moment the light turns green, despite heavy surrounding traffic. A second video, believed to have been recorded around the same time, captures the same man performing another reckless stunt near Jomtien Beach, even though the area was quieter at that hour. The behavior has sparked widespread condemnation online, with netizens slamming the rider for his irresponsibility and lack of regard for public safety. Many are calling on Pattaya police to urgently identify and prosecute the individual to prevent further disturbances and uphold safety for both residents and tourists. Foreigner does dangerous wheelies at busy North Pattaya intersection — netizens demand swift police action to stop risky behavior and protect public safety.

Thailand’s highway accidents drop 20% in May 2025 — a hopeful sign as stricter enforcement and safer driving take effect. PATTAYA, Thailand – The Department of Highways (DOH) has reported a promising decline in highway accidents nationwide during May 2025, with total incidents decreasing by 20% compared to the same month last year. This reduction also extends to fatalities and injuries, signaling progress in road safety efforts across Thailand — including popular tourist destinations like Pattaya. According to the DOH’s Safety Management Office, data collected through the Highway Accident Information Management System (HAIMS) showed there were 1,507 accidents on highways under the department’s jurisdiction in May 2025. These incidents resulted in 153 deaths and 1,057 injuries, involving a total of 2,297 vehicles. Damage to department property was estimated at around 16 million baht. When compared to May 2024, the number of accidents dropped by 20%, fatalities fell by 15%, and injuries decreased by 34%. The number of vehicles involved in accidents also decreased by 17%. The main cause of these accidents remains excessive speeding, accounting for 67% (1,012 incidents) of the total. Other significant causes included driver fatigue (9%, or 143 incidents) and unsafe overtaking maneuvers (6%, or 97 incidents). Most accidents occurred on straight road sections (65%), followed by curved sections (13%) and level intersections (7%). Pickups with four wheels were the most involved vehicles (36%), followed by passenger cars (30%), heavy trucks with more than 10 wheels (11%), and motorcycles (9%). Good news on the roads: fewer crashes, fewer deaths, but speeding remains the top danger. Drive safe, Thailand! Regionally, the Northern region recorded the highest accident rate at 20%, followed closely by Bangkok and its vicinity at 19%, and the Northeast region at 18%. The highway with the highest number of accidents was Highway 9 (Bang Pa-In to Ram Inthra), with 70 reported crashes. Pattaya and the Eastern region have also seen improvements, benefiting from stricter enforcement and road safety initiatives, which help ensure safer travel for both locals and the millions of tourists visiting the area every year. These efforts contribute positively to Pattaya’s reputation as a welcoming and secure destination for travelers. To address these issues, the Department of Highways is continuing its collaboration with the Highway Police to strictly enforce traffic laws, particularly speed limits. Road safety inspections are ongoing to maintain road conditions that prevent accidents. Drivers are urged to exercise caution, avoid speeding, take adequate rest, and regularly check their vehicles, especially during the rainy season. For any accident reports or inquiries related to travel, the public can contact the Department of Highways’ 24-hour hotline at 1586 (free from all networks), the Motorway Hotline at 1586, press 7, or the Highway Police at 1193 anytime. May 2025 sees significant decline in highway accidents across Thailand — teamwork between police and drivers is making a difference.

Long-term visitor recalls early days in Thailand — kindness of locals turned a rough night into a cherished memory. PATTAYA, Thailand – The recent news about officials in Pattaya helping an intoxicated foreign visitor safely from the street back to a hotel struck a chord with a long-term visitor who has seen Thailand’s hospitality firsthand over decades. He recalls his own early travel experience in the 1980s when, as a young and inexperienced traveler, he arrived in Bangkok full of excitement but quickly found himself overwhelmed. On his very first night, he ended up in Soi Cowboy, where he drank too much and became incoherent, barely able to stand. Stranded but determined, he managed to tell some kind staff that he was staying at the Manhattan Hotel. The kindness he encountered next remains etched in his memory — the hotel arranged for a porter to come to his rescue and helped him back in a wheelchair. “This experience showed me something truly special,” he said. “Thai people, if treated with respect and kindness, are some of the most generous and caring people in the world. I say this having traveled across many continents and visited countless places.” Over the years, this visitor has returned many times to Thailand, spending happy times all over the country and embracing its culture and warmth. Now older and wiser, he looks forward to his next visit to Thailand this October for a full month — a testament to the lasting bond he feels with the country. Stories like his, and recent acts of compassion by officials in Pattaya, remind us that genuine hospitality is a powerful way to rebuild tourism. Small acts of kindness create big impressions, and that’s exactly what will bring travelers back — not just to Pattaya, but across all of Thailand. Earlier Report: https://www.pattayamail.com/news/one-way-to-bring-tourists-back-to-pattaya-officials-help-intoxicated-foreigner-from-street-to-hotel-safely-505144 (‘One way to bring tourists back to Pattaya’ – Officials help intoxicated foreigner from street to hotel safely)

Captured in Pattaya – Police apprehend gold heist suspect hiding in Central Pattaya mall after fleeing Lamphun with over 500,000 baht in stolen gold. PATTAYA, Thailand – A 47-year-old man wanted for a solo gold shop robbery in Lamphun province has been arrested while hiding in Pattaya, Chonburi. The suspect, identified as Prakorn, confessed to the crime, citing a gambling addiction as his motive. The robbery occurred on June 7 in Pa Sang district, Lamphun. The suspect, described as 160–165 cm tall, rode a black motorcycle and stole two five-baht-weight gold necklaces—valued at over 500,000 baht—from a local gold shop before fleeing. Following an arrest warrant issued by the Lamphun Provincial Court, Chonburi police tracked the suspect to a shopping mall in Central Pattaya, where he was apprehended without incident. Mr. Prakorn admitted to selling the stolen gold at another shop shortly after fleeing to Pattaya. During interrogation, he claimed financial desperation due to severe losses from online gambling, which drove him to commit the theft. Officers seized 415,072 baht in cash and two mobile phones from his possession. He has been remanded in custody at Pattaya City Police Station pending transfer to Lamphun for further legal proceedings. Gambling-Driven Crime – Suspect tells police he turned to robbery after losing everything to online gambling. From North to the Coast – Lamphun gold robbery suspect caught in Chonburi with cash and phones; extradition process underway.

Chasing numbers, losing soul — Expats say Pattaya’s focus on short-term tourists is killing the city’s long-term appeal. (Photo – Pattaya Beach, Thailand) PATTAYA, Thailand – As low season bites harder than ever, seasoned foreigners say the city has lost its way. Pattaya, once the beating heart of Thailand’s tourism industry, now feels like a ghost town to many of its most loyal residents—its long-term foreign visitors. As this year’s low season hits new depths, foreign retirees, digital nomads, and working-age Westerners are asking a pointed question: If City Hall won’t listen to the people who live here year-round, who exactly is Pattaya listening to? “I’ve never seen Pattaya this quiet,” says one veteran expat, reflecting on the eerily empty streets and shuttered businesses. “This isn’t just low season. It’s lowest season.” According to several long-term residents, the city’s attempts to chase mass tourism numbers—particularly from short-term markets like China and India—have come at the cost of alienating those who gave Pattaya its original international appeal. “Been here full-time for ten years and it looks the same as low season pre-pandemic, 2015–2019,” one user wrote online. “Except back then there weren’t cars parked 24/7 along Theppasit and Pattaya Tai. Now it seems many long-term residents have moved here permanently—but spending has dropped off.” Others point to a shift in nightlife quality as a key reason for the downturn. “Bars were full until around 2010,” said another longtime resident. “After that, the women just got worse and worse, the harassment for money and lady drinks got worse. Spending Westerners stopped coming. The numbers were filled with non-spending tourists from China—and you know who.” It’s a bitter reflection of changing times: quantity over quality, short-term gains over sustainable growth. “Now the girls are double the age, double the weight, and double the cost,” one longtime expat said bluntly. “People aren’t paying it—why would they?” Many seasoned visitors say it’s not just nostalgia talking. The high prices, dwindling quality, and persistent push for lady-drinks have made Pattaya’s bar scene a hard sell. “These conditions just don’t attract Westerners anymore,” he added. “It’s not worth it. That’s why they don’t come.” Meanwhile, small business owners and bar operators are already feeling the decline firsthand. “Bars are closing down everywhere,” one observed. “Hotels are running on a skeleton crew. Everyone’s trying to survive.” Thailand’s tourism authority continues to tout impressive arrival numbers—more than 15.5 million tourists from January to June 2025. Meanwhile, critics argue those figures hide a more complex truth: most new arrivals don’t spend like the Westerners of the past and don’t stay long enough to sustain the city’s local economy. Without meaningful dialogue with the expat community, many fear that Pattaya may continue to lose the very people who once made it unique—a city shaped not just by its visitors, but by those who chose to stay. “Who’s Pattaya really for now?” one resident asks. “It used to be for all of us. Now it feels like it’s for no one.”

Crowded sands and fading peace: tourists say Pattaya Beach is losing its charm as vendors, chairs, jet skis, and noise take over—calling for clearer zoning and limits to restore tranquility. PATTAYA, Thailand – Pattaya Beach, once celebrated for its laid-back charm and natural beauty, is increasingly being described by long-term visitors as overrun with commercial activity. Food stalls, beach chairs, water sports vendors, street performers, hawkers, and even blaring music from nearby bars now compete for attention — and space. For some tourists, especially those seeking quiet relaxation by the sea, the experience can feel chaotic rather than calming. Foreign visitors, especially older travelers and long-term stayers, often come to Pattaya in search of serenity — a place to walk, read, and take in the sea breeze. But many complain that entire sections of the beach are now dominated by commercial operators who rent chairs, sell goods, or push loud activities like jet skis and banana boats. “It’s not about banning business,” says, a tourist from Germany. “But there should be balance. Right now, there’s nowhere to just sit and think without being asked to buy something every five minutes.” Pattaya City Hall has long tried to walk the line between encouraging local business and maintaining a livable, attractive beach environment. However, critics say enforcement has become inconsistent. Vendors are licensed, but some expand beyond their allowed space. Unauthorized hawkers often go unchallenged. Public space is being squeezed. If Pattaya wants to maintain its appeal as a global tourist city, it may be time to rethink the beach zoning strategy. What Should City Hall Do? Designate “Peace Zones” – Create clearly marked quiet sections of the beach where no vendors, loudspeakers, or commercial activity is allowed — similar to “relaxation zones” in some European coastal cities. Limit Vendor Density – Enforce a cap on the number of vendors per stretch of beach to prevent overcrowding and maintain open public areas for non-paying beachgoers. Time-Based Operations – Restrict certain business activities to set hours, allowing mornings or late afternoons to be vendor-free for walkers and early risers. Clean Visual Clutter – Ban excessive signage, tarps, and permanent structures that block sea views and detract from the beach’s natural beauty. Regular Public Feedback – Establish a multilingual hotline or online system for visitors to report problems, suggest improvements, or share feedback about their beach experience. Pattaya depends heavily on tourism, and vendors are a vital part of the local economy. But long-term sustainability depends on more than just volume — it depends on quality. As Thailand diversifies its tourist base, drawing more European, Middle Eastern, and high-spending travelers, it must ensure the experience it offers isn’t overcrowded or stressful. In the end, a beach is more than a business zone. It’s a public space — and restoring just a bit of calm to Pattaya Beach might be one of the best investments the city can make in its tourism future.