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Expats in Thailand yawn at latest income tax concessions

Many expats blame the Thai government for creating much ado about nothing. The director general of the Thai Revenue Department has again shone his torch on the proposed tax changes to overseas income transferred to Thailand. In comments to Bangkok Post, Pinsai Suraswadi confirmed that forthcoming transfers in the calendar year 2025 would be tax free if transmitted here before the end of 2026 – that is in the current calendar year or the next one…Read Article

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Retiring abroad in an uncertain world: What Frank's story in Pattaya teaches us about global policy and local risk

Retiree expats in Thailand enjoy a relaxed lifestyle – though some now face unexpected U.S. tax complications tied to overseas accounts. PATTAYA, Thailand – “I left the U.S. for a quiet retirement, but somehow the paperwork followed me.” Frank (name changed for privacy), a 72-year-old former physics teacher from Arizona, moved to Pattaya almost a decade ago. Like many expats, he was drawn by the relaxed pace of life, friendly locals, and afforda…Read Article

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In Pattaya, drink water – get a broken face? Shocking assault sparks nightlife safety concerns

Refusing alcohol leads to assault: Woman beaten with a Coke bottle after declining to join a toast in Pattaya. PATTAYA, Thailand – A night out in Pattaya turned violent for a 37-year-old woman who says all she wanted was a quiet night out—and a glass of water. Ms. Methip Wongphakdee has come forward to the media with CCTV footage and a bruised, swollen face after being assaulted at a well-known restaurant and nightlife venue on South Pattaya Roa…Read Article

Who should Pattaya police target most to improve road safety — Thai riders or foreigners?

Helmets aren’t optional — they’re life-saving. Pattaya’s streets need more than laws; they need common sense from locals and tourists alike. PATTAYA, Thailand – As Pattaya’s streets fill with foreign riders, authorities are stepping up efforts to ensure the new helmet laws are understood and followed by everyone. But the question remains — who should police focus on most to improve road safety? Many locals and observers agree that foreign riders…Pattaya City · Pattaya City Read Article

Too Rich to Go Free? Thailand mulls travel tax for outbound jet-setters

Thai outbound travelers may soon face a new travel tax as the government looks to boost revenue. PATTAYA, Thailand – As millions of Thais pack their bags for luxury escapes to Japan, Europe, or Korea — all while flooding Instagram with airport selfies — the Thai Revenue Department is asking a pointed question: should the privilege of international travel come with a price tag for the nation? The department, under the leadership of Director-Gener…Travel · Pattaya City Read Article

End of the Road? – Traditional taxis left behind as airport passengers turn to Grab for trips to Pattaya and beyond

From Suvarnabhumi to Pattaya, passengers ditch taxis for Grab — and they’re not looking back. PATTAYA, Thailand – At Bangkok’s Suvarnabhumi Airport, the taxi rank is beginning to look more like a museum exhibit — a row of vehicles waiting for passengers who no longer come. Travelers, both Thai and foreign, are increasingly bypassing traditional taxis in favor of ride-hailing apps like Grab. The shift is so pronounced that a popular local Faceboo…Taxis · Pattaya City Read Article

Not a Joke This Time – From Pattaya roads to Bangkok intersections, police mean business under the new traffic discipline campaign

Strap It or Pay Up – Thailand launches “Safe Roads Project” with zero tolerance for unhelmeted motorcycle riders. PATTAYA, Thailand – Starting June 1, the Thai government has officially launched a serious national road safety initiative — and this time, it’s no laughing matter. In both Bangkok and Pattaya, and across 94 critical road points nationwide, authorities are cracking down hard on traffic law violations, with a spotlight on motorcycle s…Pattaya City · Pattaya City Read Article

Long-term visitors and locals agree – ‘Safety’ in Pattaya depends on who you ask

“Safe on Paper, Not in Reality” – Expats question Pattaya’s top safety ranking as daily street-level incidents tell a different story. (Photo – Chinese gang busted after gunfire erupts in Huay Yai hideout) PATTAYA, Thailand – While tourism officials proudly tout Pattaya as one of ASEAN’s “safest” cities, many long-term visitors and local residents remain unconvinced—and increasingly vocal about their concerns. A recent promotional campaign ranki…Pattaya City · Pattaya City Read Article

Expats outside Pattaya wonder if Chinese shooting spree signals end of peaceful days

“Quiet No More” – Expats outside Pattaya say recent violence shakes their sense of safety in formerly peaceful communities. (Photo – Neighbors in shock following the incident) PATTAYA, Thailand – The recent shooting incident involving a Chinese group in the greater Pattaya area has rattled not just local residents, but also long-term foreign residents who deliberately chose to live outside the city’s chaotic tourist zones for a quieter life. Acc…Pattaya City · Pattaya City Read Article

Vocal coach and singer Sanya Khan shares insights at Pattaya City Expats Club

As Sanya Khan looks on as Club member Amy Falken who is one of Sanya’s students entertains the audience with a song. PATTAYA, Thailand – On May 28, 2025, the Pattaya City Expats Club had the pleasure of hosting Aleksandra (Sanya) Khan, a talented vocal coach and singer, who shared her journey and expertise in vocal training. The meeting was filled with engaging anecdotes, practical vocal techniques, and heartfelt stories that captivated the audi…Pattaya City · Pattaya City Read Article

As Indian tour groups rise and Chinese visitors decline, European tourists ask—has Pattaya forgotten us?

Is Pattaya losing its identity in the push for volume tourism? European visitors feel squeezed amid Indian influx. PATTAYA, Thailand – Pattaya is undergoing a transformation that many long-term foreign residents say is making the city unrecognizable. At the heart of the concern is the city’s increasing focus on Indian tourism—particularly low-cost group packages—which expats claim is shifting the local culture, aesthetics, and even the hospitali…Travel · Pattaya City Read Article

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Expats in Thailand yawn at latest income tax concessions

Retiring abroad in an uncertain world: What Frank's story in Pattaya teaches us about global policy and local risk

In Pattaya, drink water – get a broken face? Shocking assault sparks nightlife safety concerns

Who should Pattaya police target most to improve road safety — Thai riders or foreigners?

Too Rich to Go Free? Thailand mulls travel tax for outbound jet-setters

End of the Road? – Traditional taxis left behind as airport passengers turn to Grab for trips to Pattaya and beyond

Not a Joke This Time – From Pattaya roads to Bangkok intersections, police mean business under the new traffic discipline campaign

Long-term visitors and locals agree – ‘Safety’ in Pattaya depends on who you ask

Expats outside Pattaya wonder if Chinese shooting spree signals end of peaceful days

Vocal coach and singer Sanya Khan shares insights at Pattaya City Expats Club

As Indian tour groups rise and Chinese visitors decline, European tourists ask—has Pattaya forgotten us?

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