Quick question for the Pattaya regulars — has anything changed in the last few months?
I was there last year and had a great time but I've heard some crackdowns happened.
Worth going back or should I try somewhere new?
Cheers
Pattaya — comparing to other destinations
Started by SeattleSam · 19 Mar 2026 · 1668 views
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With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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Did you use dating apps or find girls at online?
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19 Mar 2026 at 23:18
+1 on this. Exactly my experience too. Great destination.
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Been going for years. The scene has stayed consistent.
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20 Mar 2026 at 16:01
This is outdated info IMO. Things have changed since the new laws came in. Current prices are higher than what's described here.
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Not sure I agree about that area. I found downtown to be better value.
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Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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Hmm, I had a different experience. Prices were lower when I went. Maybe timing matters.
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21 Mar 2026 at 15:05
With respect, my experience was more mixed. But maybe I went at the wrong time.
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21 Mar 2026 at 19:32
I was there in March and prices were slightly higher.
Spent about $139/day all-in. Quality was above average.
My tip: go early evening for best selection.
Spent about $139/day all-in. Quality was above average.
My tip: go early evening for best selection.
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22 Mar 2026 at 04:25
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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22 Mar 2026 at 21:46
Did you feel safe walking around at night?
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Can confirm. Was there 2 weeks ago and everything checks out.
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