Currency tips for Pattaya — ATM vs exchange
Started by YorkshireLad · 23 Mar 2026 · 670 views
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23 Mar 2026 at 10:44
Excellent write-up. This is why I love this forum — real, actionable information.
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23 Mar 2026 at 19:33
This matches my experience. Pattaya is one of my favorites.
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24 Mar 2026 at 00:27
Did you feel safe using taxis?
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24 Mar 2026 at 03:39
Not sure I agree about the area recommendation. I found downtown to be better.
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24 Mar 2026 at 09:17
What was your total spend for the trip, roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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24 Mar 2026 at 13:59
Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything you said checks out.
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24 Mar 2026 at 15:23
Not sure I agree about the area recommendation. I found the outskirts to be better.
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24 Mar 2026 at 20:14
Agreed on all points. One thing I'd add — make sure to get a local SIM.
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25 Mar 2026 at 02:34
What was your total spend for the trip, roughly? Trying to budget for mine.
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25 Mar 2026 at 05:26
Adding to this thread with my own experience from 3 weeks ago:
Things are much the same as always since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: Some of the old spots have closed.
Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.
Things are much the same as always since my last visit in 2023.
Biggest change: Some of the old spots have closed.
Still a great destination. 8/10 from me.
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25 Mar 2026 at 09:11
Interesting report but I think you may have overpaid. Next time try going during the week.
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25 Mar 2026 at 11:34
With respect, I think this is a bit optimistic. My experience was more mixed.
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25 Mar 2026 at 20:24
Great report! Quick question — how was the hotel security?
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26 Mar 2026 at 03:06
Thanks for the detailed write-up. Very helpful for planning my upcoming trip.
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26 Mar 2026 at 05:40
How's the food there compared to Thailand?
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26 Mar 2026 at 14:52
Thanks for sharing. Did you use a dating app or find girls online?
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26 Mar 2026 at 19:12
Solid advice. I'd rate my experience similarly.
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26 Mar 2026 at 19:50
Agreed on all points. One thing I'd add — make sure to get a local SIM.
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27 Mar 2026 at 03:18
Spot on with the prices. That's exactly what I paid when I visited in February.
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