Pattaya once called Asia's Queen of Resorts, is still holding its own as a paradise for sun, sea and sand lovers and is often referred to as the Thai Riviera. Located just 147 kilometres southeast of Bangkok, the resort has become a very popular get-away for locals and overseas visitors alike. A lot has since been done to upgrade the city, which now provides up-to-date amenities, shopping facilities and entertainment activities to keep the fun going all-day and all-night long. There is just about everything available to keep you fully occupied. It is also a popular venue for international seminars, conventions and trade shows. Central Pattaya Pataya Klang, or Central Pattaya, is a little funkier than the Northern district. The hotels are not so grand, the restaurants smaller, and here you will find the beginning of Pattaya's bar-beers, or open-air bars. There are plenty of tailor shops, and some go-go bars. Pattaya police station, and the Immigration Office are here. Two main shopping malls, the Royal Garden Plaza and Mike's Place, are both in Central Pattaya. In addition to the action along Beach Road, many of the sois are very lively: Soi Post Office, and Soi Pattayaland 1, 2 and 3 in particular. There is a Tourist Police office on Beach Road near the junction with South Pattaya's Walking Street. The sois will all take you through to Second Road, where there are more bars and restaurants, and a couple of dive shops. There are many small hotels and guesthouses here, offering good value accommodation and no-frills Western and Thai dining. North Pattaya Naklua means salt fields, after the main occupation of the area before the rise of tourism and industry. There is still the air of an ancient village to Naklua today, for here you will see old wooden houses and narrow streets, traditional noodle shops and working fishing boats. The old houses over the creek are especially picturesque, and a walk through the streets will reveal plenty of little shops selling handicrafts and domestic goods. The Dolphin Roundabout and the beginning of Beach Road mark the junction with North Pattaya, and the surroundings change dramatically. This is the classy end of the resort, with upmarket hotel and restaurants facing out over the beach. Here too you can begin a pleasant walk along the bayfront, for a recently built promenade will take you along the shore under the palm trees right up to through to the back part of Pattaya, known as Second Road. There are more major hotels here, along with shopping areas, bars, clubs, and a Tourist Police office. South Pattaya South Pattaya Road curves sharply off from Beach Road, taking the traffic away from this busy district which is now known as Walking Street. A relatively recent development, this pedestrians only zone is welcome relief, allowing visitors to browse amongst the endless little shops offering fast tailoring services, sports goods, jewelry and souvenirs. Here too the bars are almost endless, as are the big seafood restaurants, several of them built out over the ocean and offering pleasant surroundings to enjoy you meal. South Pattaya tends to be older, brasher and busier than the remainder of the city. You can walk uninterrupted all the way through to the Siam Bayshore Hotel and Arthachinda Road, which effectively marks the boundary of South Pattaya. Take any of the sois, no matter how tiny they may seem, to make you way through to Pratamnak Road, the back part of Pattaya which links up with Second Road.

Departure from the Bangkok's Don Muang Airport to Pattaya daily (by direct expressway) at 09:00, 12:00, and 19:00. Duration +/- 2.5 hrs. Reservation: Thai limousine service, Thai Airways, arrival lounge, Bangkok Airport (Don Muang). Fare : 280 baht. Tel. 02- 535-2801, 02-535-2803. (Bangkok) Tel. 038-423140-1(Pattaya) (individual taxis are available for the same journey and cost from ?1500 to 2000 baht, one way). By air-conditioned bus (Duration 2 1/2 hrs.) Depart form the Eastern Bus Terminal (Ekkamai) to the Pattaya Bus Station on North Pattaya Rd. daily at 05.00 hrs. and every 30 minutes until 22.00 hes. One way fare: 66 baht. Reservation: Rung Ruang Tour Tel. 02-390-1230. Depart from the Northern Bus Terminal (Mo Chit) to the Pattaya Bus Station on North Pattaya Rd. daily at 05.00 hrs. and every 30 minutes until 19.00 hrs. One way fare: 67 Baht (from Pattaya to Airport 150 Baht) Reservation : Rung Rung Tour Tel. 02-271-2962. Depart from the Bangkok Airport to Pattaya at 09.00, 12.00 and 19.00 hrs. One way fare: 180 Baht Reservation: Thai Airways, arrival lounge, Bangkok Airport Tel. 02-535-2801, 535-2803 Pattaya Tel. 038-423-140. Departure from any hotel in Bangkok to Pattaya daily at 09.00, 11.30, 14.30 hrs. One way fare is 200 baht. Reservation: bell Travel Tel: 02-747-4675-6. By non air-conditioned bus Departure from the Eastern Bus Ternimal, Tel. 02-391-2504, Daily at 05.00 hrs. and every 30 minutes until 21.00 hrs. One way fare: 37 baht. Few visitors to Pattaya are aware that the city does have a railway station. It is north of Sukhumvit Rd close to the Siam Country Club. One train a day leaves Bangkok Railway Station (Hualamphong) at 7am and takes 5 hours to works its way down to Pattaya. For more details call (66-2) 223-7010, 223-7020. The vast majority of tourists going to Patttaya are unaware that the resort does have U-Tapo Airport at Sattahip. Currently the only scheduled flights are operated by Bangkok Airways to and from Koh Samui.

Individually controlled air-conditioner. Fully stocked mini bar in large fridge. Big screen cable TV with more than 30 channels. Domestic and oversea phone service. Bathtub with hot and cold water. Equipped with standard facilities. Kettle with complimentary tea coffee. Pool view, biggest room. Hair dryer, bathrobes for pool. Daily newspaper and seasonal fruit basket

2 big pools with Jacuzzi. Gym by pool and sauna. Beer Garden Terrace. Airport Pick-up Service copyright 2006 :: Areca Lodge Pattaya. All Right Reserved. a cozy, friendly and stylish hotel....situated in the heart of Pattaya City....embraced by lovely tropical garden....5-minute-walk to the beach front plaza...with an ample parking space...best-value choice for your stay in Pattaya. ARECA WING (since 2002). CORONA WING (since 2003)

Sipping cool drinks while sun bathing and getting hydro-massage from Jacuzzi spray jet are the perfect way to make your day. All delicacies are served by our attentive staffs. Drink the night away with friends. Challenge yourself and friends with Euro soccer table,snooker and pool. Stay in touch with your business and friends. Being healthy is a must

198/21, 198/23 M.9 Soi Diana Inn Pattaya 2nd Road Nongprue, Banglamung, Chonburi 20260 Thailand Tel. +66(0) 3841 0123, +66(0) 3841 5549, +66(0) 3842 4801 Fax. +66(0) 3841 5550. Home/Company Address : Arrival Time at Bangkok Airport : Room Type and Number of Rooms : Special Preference / Request : Airport pick up Service. Fee to be advised upon request). Simply Be Home at Areca Lodge, Pattaya...

2.5-storey Energy Saving Townhouse... 210 sq.m of Pleasure... 2 Bedrooms with In-room Bathroom. 1 Dining Room and Kitchen. 1 Patio and Jacuzzi ( optional ). 1 of 2,000 L.Water Storage Tank. Truly Cosy Place...Just 200 meters from the beach...

(November to February) - Short sharp showers (known as Mango rains). Humidity around 50% Temperature from 20-30 C. The best time to enjoy the nice weather. Recommend your prospective visitors to come in this season. (February to May) - Occasional rain. Humidity around 75%. Temperature from 30-40 C. Watch the spectacular thunder storms from a safe place, not the golf course!!90. (June to October) - Heavy prolonged rain. Humidity approximately 90%. Temperature from 25-35?C. The monsoon season need not keep you in, an umbrella is more useful than rainwear.80

Above rates are net and inclusive of buffet breakfast. - All rates shown here are for single and double occupancy with twin beds or double bed. - Check in time is 13:00 hrs. Check out time is 11:30 hrs. - Monthly and long stay rates are available from March - October. - Compulsory charge for Gala Dinner on Dec. 31st at 2,000 Baht per person. - Visa Card, Master Card and American Express are accepted. - Rates are subject to change without notice.

Durian Thai name: Thurian Scientific name: Durio zibethinus L. Season: May to August. Beginning in May and extending through August, the durian announces its presence in Thai markets with a distinctive, highly pervasive aroma. To Thais, as well as to many other Asians, the stin k is a welcome odor for they regard durian as the king of fruits, a delicacy that is well worth the comparatively high price it commands. Some visitors, on the other hand, are deterred by the potent smell and never actually sample the creamy golden flesh hidden within the spiny exterior - thereby missing one of the truly great pleasures of fruit eating. The more you eat of it the less you feel inclined to stop, wrote Alfred Russell Wallace, after eating his first durian on Borneo in the 19th century, and most of those who follow his example are likely to agree with him. Thai durians are noted for their subtle flavor and smooth texture, often winning over gourmets who have failed to respond in other countries where the fruit grows. Three of the most popular varieties (and there are several dozen to choose from) are cha ni, kan yao, and, perhaps the most prized of all, monthong. Longan Thai name: Lam-yai Scientific name: Euphoria longana L. Season: June to August. Text Box (douGrown extensively in the north, especially in the Chiang Mai area, the longan is much esteemed by Thai fruit lovers, who eagerly await the annual high season from June to August when piles of the small brown fruit can be found in markets throughout the country. The crisp skin is easy to remove and the white flesh has a texture and sweetness reminiscent of litchi. Thais generally eat longan fresh at room temperature, but the canned fruit is often served over ice as a dessert.ble-click to edit). Mangosteen Thai name: Mang Khut Scientific name: Garcinia mangostana L. Season: April to September. Southern Thailand (see entries on Surat Thani) is the home of the mangosteen, which appears on markets in May and continues through most of the rainy season. This delicious fruit has a thick, dark-red skin, inside which are creamy white segments with a sweet, slightly tart flavor; as a general rule, the more segments a mangosteen has, the fewer seeds one will find. A knife is used to slit the skin around the middle, after which it opens easily and the flesh can be eaten with a fork as a memorable after-meal treat. More and more visitors to Thailand have discovered to their delight that Thailand is not only a kingdom of fruits, but also a kingdom of seafood. Anyone who has experienced Thai seafood will readily agree to its great variety and its savoury taste and sweet smell.