Hawkwind – All Aboard The Skylark – Pattaya Mail

Seaside Jomtien Beach classifies itself as a 3 star hotel. N.B. Please note that the star ratings are interpreted generously by the hotels in many countries. Please do not assume that all are included in the room rate. A welcoming atmosphere and excellent service are what you can expect during your stay at Seaside Jomtien Beach. Amenities to suit the individual needs of all travelers. Designed for comfort, selected guestrooms offer television LCD/plasma screen, internet access – wireless (complimentary), whirlpool bathtub, non smoking rooms, air conditioning to ensure a restful night. Entertain the hotel’s recreational facilities, including outdoor pool, massage. If any of the facilities are absolutely essential for you please check when booking. Convenience whether you’re on business or holiday in Pattaya. N.B. Please note that these are considered correct at the time of publishing, but may no longer be available. The 3-star Seaside Jomtien Beach offers comfort. The hotel offers a high standard of service. Free Wi-Fi in all rooms, 24-hour front desk, Wi-Fi in public areas, car park, room service are just some of the facilities on offer.

Note: If your destination is not along a designated Baht-bus route but requires a “special tour”, passengers will always have to agree on a price before. If you should finally approach your desired destination, or find out that your Baht-bus is moving in a wrong direction and wish to disembark, simply press one of the usually red buttons attached to the roof or sides of the back cabin. Also depend on your bargaining skills. For example, a chartered Baht-bus ride from South Pattaya to Jomtien shouldn’t cost you more than 200 Baht. There are no fixed prices for special taxi tours. Needless to say that having a 10-Baht coin on you, or the appropriate banknote, will minimize chances of getting ripped off by receiving the wrong change. Do not ask the driver “how much? ” at this point. He would most likely take advantage of your lack of experience. Charge you a price well above the regular fare. Fares are always negotiable.

Pattaya Thailand Rental Condos

Last but not least: Riding a motorcycle in Pattaya – with its notoriously congested streets and the careless driving habits not only of Baht-bus drivers but road users in general – can sometimes be pretty hazardous, particularly if you aren’t used to driving on the left. In addition, in case of an accident or damage to the bike, most rental shops will not allow you to take the bike to a garage yourself and get it repaired. You’re advised to always lock your rented motorbike as secure as possible as you would have to pay if it gets stolen. Even as an experienced motorcyclist, you should always be aware of the careless driving behaviour of other (possibly drunk) motorists whose reactions may be unpredictable. Why? Because when they take it to the garage, they can charge you on top of the price they’ve paid themselves … Of course, traffic rules do exist in Thailand, however, their interpretation in specific situations often depends on the motorists involved.

Only a few are equipped with a clutch. Motorbike rental shops can be found all over Pattaya – check out this site – , with hundreds of “motorcycle for rent” signs on the southern stretch of Pattaya Beach Road only. They can drive as fast as 100 km/h or more. The official fine for not carrying your driving licence is 400 Baht; yet additional fines may apply if the paperwork for your rented bike is not complete. Most models are half automatic “moped”-style bikes or fully automatic scooters with 80-125 ccm and electric starters. The only official requirement is either a Thai or an international driving licence; although most motorbike rental shops won’t ask you for one. Many bars and guesthouses also rent out motorbikes to customers. With a growing number of police checkpoints around town and traffic regulations more regularly enforced than in the past, police will however increasingly insist on seeing your driving licence if they should stop you for some reason at a random checkpoint.

The most common models these days are Honda Wave (half automatic), Honda Click, Yamaha Mio and Yamaha Fino (scooters). The average rental fee is usually 150-200 Baht per day, with discounts available when rented on a weekly or monthly basis. Insurance options may or may not be available; in case of an accident, however, you better expect to pay for any damage caused to the bike. In order to rent a motorbike, you will usually have to submit a copy of your passport. Note: Riding bigger bikes on Pattaya’s busy streets can only be recommended to practiced drivers who hold an appropriate driving licence. Bigger and more powerful bikes with up to more than 1000 cc, including original Harley Davidson models, are also available for rent. No further documents or driving licences are required usually. Have sufficient driving experience to handle heavy bikes in potentially chaotic traffic situations. Most big bikes can be found along Pattaya Beach Road with a “for rent” sign around their steering wheel.