Been thinking about visiting Pattaya and wanted to get the latest intel from those who've been recently.
Specifically interested in:
1. Current price ranges
2. Best areas to base yourself
3. Any safety concerns
4. How's the quality compared to Colombia?
Any recent trip reports would be much appreciated. Thanks in advance.
Is Pattaya worth visiting?
Started by DCExplorer · 1 Mar 2026 · 1642 views
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Been going for years. The scene has improved recently.
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Agreed on all points. Make sure to get a local SIM.
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1 Mar 2026 at 22:39
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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Spot on with the prices. That matches what I paid in February.
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+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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What was your total spend roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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I'd also recommend downloading WhatsApp before you go. Essential.
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Quick question — how was the wifi?
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2 Mar 2026 at 20:39
Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.
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Nice report. Heading there next month — exactly the intel I needed.
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Thanks for the write-up. Very helpful for my upcoming trip.
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Adding my experience from 3 weeks ago.
The scene has changed a bit since pre-COVID. Biggest change: better quality overall.
The scene has changed a bit since pre-COVID. Biggest change: better quality overall.
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Excellent write-up. This is why this forum is the best resource out there.
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Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.
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I'd also recommend downloading Maps.me before you go. Essential.
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Good info. I'd add that going during the week is much better — less crowded, better prices.
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Great report, thanks for sharing. I had a similar experience there last month.
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Saving this thread for my trip planning. Gold mine of information.
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