Pattaya

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Only you know where to get driving license, only you can get driving license.

Originally Posted by <<<SUCHINDA>>>

You cannot do a IDP in BKK as [b]IDPs are not valid in the country of issue alternatively you can convert to a Thai licence but it is a hassle as you must go to their Thai Land Transport department offices with cert for medical test, interpreter etc etc......& take the written test.

A little known fact is that western tourists like those from US, Aussie or Europe dun need a IDP to rent cars & even the traffic police accept that is perfectly legal......hope all these info helps

[asoke_59]

Brother,

For your information, Singapore driving licence can use in all ASEAN country, I am holding Thai driving licence is for lower 'coppy money' incase caught speeding, used to pay 400Baht for 'coppy money' but now only 100Baht can settle, 555

[<<<SUCHINDA>>>]

Originally Posted by asoke_59

Brother,

For your information, Singapore driving licence can use in all ASEAN country, I am holding Thai driving licence is for lower 'coppy money' incase caught speeding, used to pay 400Baht for 'coppy money' but now only 100Baht can settle, 555

Can use to rent cars from car rentals like Hertz? The other time (3 years ago) i tried but kena rejected.....but maybe now maybe they accept

[lidna]

Just came back from Pattaya and boy, am I impressed with the nightlife there! Previously never even chiong local nightscene before and the nightspot I went to happen to be a Agogo Club! Visited a couple of Agogos which include Galaxy, Polo and one other which I cannot remember.

Galaxy
This is the legendary club with East European Girls only. Inside the club you will see 3 mini stages with 1 girl on 1 gyrating to the music. Nothing spectacular really. Maybe I dun have a thing for Angmohs. 1 girl did offer to do an erotic dance in a private room for 1000 bht but I declined. It’s a eye opener but it can be a little boring and expensive if you stay too long.

Polo
My favourite actually. But going into this club was by mistake. It was Galaxy I was planning to enter but realized my mistake when I entered to find only Thai girls only. Nevertheless, I like this club. Once inside, you will be greeted by a big centre-stage with lovely Thai ladies performing a great variety of erotic shows with viewer participation! I must say I was smitten by 1 of the girls there. Tried to make an audacious decision of barfining my favourite but was told that she only perform and does not do barfine. I sianz 0.5. Still, I managed to strike a rapport with the girls, waiter and mamasan. The mamasan was even surprised that I managed to get the girls to drink with me after each performance since it was my first trip there! Will surely return next time I go back. Haha.
Heard that Barfine dancers is 1000 Bht and girls off the stage is 500Bht.

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This is the last club I went but I was not impressed at all. I think after a while, after seeing many naked bodies dancing in front of you, it just gets numb. This club is somewhere after Galaxy and Polo if you are walking deeper into walking street and is fronted by a huge metallic looking door. The girls dancing on stage were actually inferior to those sitting with you. There’s this sweet looking girl who kept pestering to barfine her! But I managed to maintain my stand until she probably gave up! LOL. Barfine here is 600 baht. Come to think of it, there’s a little tinge of regret. Haiz.

Pattaya is really a lovely place. But was warned by a Swede there that the Thais actually hate us. I think its true. Imagine foreigners coming to Singapore and fuck the brains out of the girls here just because they are richer. Think SPG? Nevertheless it’s a place I will miss!

[raykwok79]

yo bro, i went pattaya too. two weeks ago. well for 3d/2n.

never go club, but drinking in our room. we went to pick up from the pubs.

have the hell fun of it in our room with 3 guys and 5gals.

ha ha

gong xi fatt choi !

[lidna]

Wow. You guys r fierce man! Must have felt like u r in porn show? What's the damage in total? Which hotel you stay? Any extra charges?

[williamangkh]

Just some information about driving in thailand.

Currently, I am driving in thailand using my Singapore driving license without any problem...been driving around Bangkok.
And also BKK - Pattaya, BKK- Yasthon, Chiang Mai - Chiang Rai

So bros from Singapore, rest assure about driving in Thailand except that you have to ensure the car has a insurance covering 2nd driver...better if your name is stated in the insurance.

Happy driving!!

Cheers!

Below is an abstract from Thaivisa.com

Thai driving license
Saturday, 30 December 2006
Thai driving license

An international driving license is not required for persons with Driving Licenses of the following countries irrespective of the citizenship :



Singapore
Malaysia
Laos

For those without an International Driving License, a local Thai license can be obtained against the Driving License of their respective country at the Land Transportation Department.

The following are required to make the application :

1. Passport with valid Non-immigrant Visa. (Individuals with a Tourist Visa don't qualify)
2. Present residence address certified by embassy or Immigration Bureau
3. Medical certificate stating good health
4. 2 photographs Driving License of the respective country Application in person.

Fee : 105 baht for cars and 55 baht for motorcycle. Applications for driving licenses for other forms of vehicle may not be granted.


Procedures


1. Fill in the application form (issued in Thai language only) and attach the required documentary evidence as indicated above.
2. Join a class for instruction on the laws related to driving and how to drive safely in Thailand. The class is for two hours (two classes are held daily, Monday to Friday, at 09:00 and 13:30) at the Department of Land Transport in Bangkok or at the provincial Transport Office. Foreigners unable to speak Thai should arrange for a Thai friend to accompany them to provide interpretation. Outside Bangkok, details of classes should be requested from the Transport Office of the province where the applicant is residing.
3. Take a test for colour blindness.
4. Take a written test (in Thai language only) on the rules of driving (see Note 1 below).
5. Take the driving test (see Note 1 below).
6. Pay the licence fee and wait for the licence.


You must be 18 years old to drive car in Thailand.

There is separate diving licences for car and motorbike.

A Thai driving license is valid in the following countries: Obtaining a Thai driving license may be an advantage if you do not have an International Driving License and plan to drive in the following countries with a Tourist Visa.



Singapore
Malaysia
Laos


The licnese is valid for 1 year. Thais and foreignees holding of Thai residency permits are allowed long-term licences for life after three years with yearly license.

The lifelong licenses will not be issued after May, 2003.



Where to apply?

International Driver's License

If you would like to apply for an International Driver's License you have to provide the following documents:

1. Passport with Non-immigrant Visa Present
2. a letter of current residence certified by an Embassy of your Country.
3. * Thai Driver's License (Private Motor Car). If you don't have a Thai Driver's licence please refer to the previous instructions on getting a Thai driver's license.
4. 2 Photos, 2 X 2 Inches
5. Fee 505 Baht

* Not Required

Hours of Operation: M - F, 8:30AM - 12:00AM, 1:00PM - 4:30PM Applications will be accepted daily until 3:30PM

Tel : 272-3615, 272-5416, 272-5322

[Yanza]

Any bros going to be there at the end of February, beginning of March? I've never been so it would be nice to not go alone. But the posts have been great.

[ahtecklim]

Originally Posted by Yanza

Any bros going to be there at the end of February, beginning of March? I've never been so it would be nice to not go alone. But the posts have been great.

I'm passing by 8,9 and 10th march. PM me if the dates are convinient

[Yanza]

Thanks, but I'm booking a flight for the 3rd now. I doubt I'll last a whole week there money wise as I want to do a lot of traveling also. But who knows...

[Nice guy]

Anyone know if Pattaya still offer Tiger show or sex show? Thanks in advance

[ahtecklim]

Yes they are still available but be prepared to be

1) ripped off
2) robbed
3) overcharged
4) all of the above

[Yanza]

Oh Yeah. My flight gets in at 10am. I figure 30 minutes for luggage? That means if I take the Bell Services bus I'll have 90 minutes to do nothing. What do you all suggest? First time there, don't speak Thai, don't want to get lost.

[Yanza]

One other thing. Can you all recommend a hotel/guesthouse in Pattaya? Something within walking distance of the goodies and under $30 USD would be great. Thanks!

[ahtecklim]

Normally for morning flights , i try not to sleep the nite before ; even if its a short 2hrs flight. This way , I sleep thru the flight and bus journey and it'll feel like only 10mins from my house (west Sg) to Pattaya! If reach Subv. Airport tired , look for the Bell girls early and sleep at a bench. They will wake you when its time to leave.

Other things to kill time are to hit the basement local thai hawker for cheap but good makan or the foot massage at the corner of the 2nd floor (i think!). Not very expensive but not worth if on the way to pattaya. Can also go to the floor where the bus comes or the floor with all the fast food resturants and bio the chabos! Last time I went , there was an angmo incentive group and they had girls in traditional custome to welcome them. Showed a lot of shoulders and a little bit chowkeng!