LOCAL & REGIONAL

Short-movie Competition to Inform Public on Dangers of Cyberworld

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 01:48:00 +0700

The Software Industry Promotion Agency (SIPA) has joined with the National Research Council of Thailand (NRCT), and the Research Institute of Thammasat University to launch a short-movie and video clip competition in a bid to stimulate the creativity of Thai youth and educate them as well about online media dangers.

Siam Hotels & Resorts Ranked as World’s Best

Fri, 16 Jul 2010 00:22:00 +0700

Expedia travelers have ranked the Siam City Hotel, Bangkok and Siam Bayview Hotel, Pattaya among the world’s best hotels on this year’s Expedia Insiders’ Select list. The list yet again recognizes individual hotels worldwide that consistently deliver excellent service, notable value and a great overall experience. The full list represents only a small percentage of the world’s top hotels and resorts from the more than 110,000 properties offered on Expedia.

Labor Minister Confirms Disabled People Have Equal Rights

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 13:51:00 +0700

The Department of Skills Development recently held a seminar to improve the skills of the disabled people as well as teach them to become more driven in the workforce in hopes to open them up to more opportunities. The Labor Minister also confirmed that disabled people have the same rights in the work place and also guaranteed to help improve the skills of the disabled as well.

Pawn Shops Big World Cup Winners

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 13:27:00 +0700

Pawn shop owners have been experiencing a sharp rise in business as people are pawning their goods more than usual during the World Cup so they can gamble on the results.

Stop Human Trafficking Seminar Held

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 13:20:00 +0700

The second ‘Stop Human Trafficking’ Seminar in Pattaya was recently held in which attendees were educated about understanding human trafficking and how it can be prevented.

New British Counselor Selected

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 13:16:00 +0700

The British Embassy in Bangkok has selected Howard Miller to replace retiring Honorary British Counselor for Pattaya and the region Barry Kenyan to oversee the British Honorary Consulate Pattaya located on Jomtien Soi 5.

Pattaya Bus Company Launches Direct Route from Pattaya to Koh Samui

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 13:14:00 +0700

With the growing demands of travelers wishing to go to Koh Samui, Pattaya Rung Ruang bus company recently launched a new direct route from Pattaya to Koh Samui which leaves the Pattaya Nua Bus Station every day at 6:00 pm.

Thai Government Assists Pattaya to Improve Tourism

Thu, 15 Jul 2010 12:24:00 +0700

Pattaya is to receive assistance from the government to improve tourism by organizing on-going events and exhibitions as well as coming up with more promotional campaigns.

Hi-So - Issue 12

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 02:53:00 +0700

From left: Former Pattaya Mayor and long term Pattaya Deputy Mayor Niran Wattanasassatorn, Mr. Theeraboon Kanawattanakul, Owner of K Football Stadium Pattaya, Mr. Rangsun Jongsayuandee, Deputy District Attorney Area 2, First Minister of Tourism and Sports and President of the Tourism Recovery Committee Sontaya Kunplome, Police Colonel Itthidet Charoensahayanont, Deputy Commander Rayong and Police Colonel Somnuk Changate, Banglamung District Police Chief and Former Chief of Police for Pattaya as they cut the ribbon to announce the official opening of the first artificial turf football court in Pattaya.

Did You Know?

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 02:25:00 +0700

Did you know that more than 3,500 Thai Limited Companies were set up in May? Chonburi was ranked number two after Bangkok followed by Nonta Buri, Samutprakarn, Pratumthanee and Phuket.

Pattaya Prepares Early for Mother’s Day Celebrations

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 01:35:00 +0700

Although it doesn’t happen until August 12, the Pattaya City administration and the Ministry of Defense have already joined forces to prepare for Her Majesty Queen Sirikit’s 78th birthday celebrations. The day is considered to be Mother’s Day in Thailand as Her Majesty is seen to be the mother of the people and the mother of the country.

Pattaya Grand Sale Project to Help Boost Tourism

Tue, 22 Jun 2010 01:12:00 +0700

Business owners in Pattaya are being encouraged to participate in the Pattaya Grand Sale project during the low season from June to October to help boost local tourism.

Local Orphanage Football Team Plays in Germany

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 23:43:00 +0700

The Pattaya Orphanage Youth Football Team was recently invited to join the International Youth Tournament at Frechen, Germany. The team was led by Reverend Father Francis Kritsada Sukapat, Deputy Director of the Pattaya Orphanage along with two teachers ‘Kru Siam’ and ‘Kru Phop’ (Kru means teacher) and 12 orphaned children. The players were coached by a special German Adviser Heiko Klimanchewsky.

Dancing Robots Serving at a Themed Bangkok Restaurant

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 23:29:00 +0700

The recently-opened Hajime Robot Restaurant in Bangkok has become a hit with the young generation due to its unique dancing robot waiters, dressed in samurai costume.

Pattaya to Move Towards Green Energy

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 23:09:00 +0700

Pattaya is working towards having a new energy plant to convert the cities waste in to electricity, aimed at moving towards sustainable power and a greener environment.

Pattaya and Dongtan Beaches Shine Like Beacons

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 23:05:00 +0700

Pattaya Mayor Itthiphol Kunplome officiated at a ceremony to launch a number of new security measures recently installed along Pattaya Beach Road and at Dongtan Beach in Jomtien.

Pattaya Bid to Host World Expo in 2020

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 23:03:00 +0700

Thailand is vying to host the 2020 World Expo. Following the success of the World Expo currently running in Shanghai, Pattaya is eager to host the 2020 event and has been selected, along with Ayutthaya, Phuket, Phetchaburi, Chiang Mai and Junthaburi to join a short list of contenders.

Pattaya Seeks Young PR Ambassador

Mon, 21 Jun 2010 22:57:00 +0700

Pattaya is holding a Young PR Ambassador competition to search for talented teenagers to become the face of Pattaya and Chonburi in future promotions. The first round of the competition will take place at the Central Center from 11:00 am on July 5 with the final held at the same venue and time on July 9.