Visiting Pattaya in Thailand, what could go wrong?

Pattaya, Thailand, is home to millions of fantastic memories. But with so much fun also comes possible confrontation and issues.
In this video I share a few things I have seen over the years as well as tips on avoiding possible trouble when you are here.
Pattaya is amazing, a wonderful place to visit and a place that has to be on your list of places to go. Just make sure when you visit you keep your head clear and your mind focused. Don't let Pattaya become a nightmare rather than an amazing time!
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[@vicbrooks6575]

All the problems that I encountered was with drunk tourists. Mostly drunk Russians. But drunk people just don't realize they cannot fight drunk. You will be more likely be able to distinguish the difference between a ladyboy and a lady if you are just a little buzzed. But many men use alcohol as an excuse to be with a ladyboy...a hidden fantasy...555

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Spot on mate

[@daveinji1330]

What's with 555? I see that in the comments lol

[@vicbrooks6575]

@@daveinji1330 555 hahaha in Thai

[@vicbrooks6575]

Or they lied to me!!! LOL

[@Bockwurst_Special]

I meet much more terrible drunk british people in soi 6 and soi buakhao

[@Redcouriercat]

I live by 4 rules when in Thailand 1- Be polite and respectful 2- Don't get too drunk 3- Smile, smile and smile 4- Maintain a high level of hygiene

[@frankindabank]

Yeah me too, I never had any issues. As long as you keep smiling and being respectful people are much more helpful than in my homecountry. In my country if I want something from somebody: "Oh that's difficult." "Oh it's impossible" "It's your fault now you have to pay xxx." or "We cannot do this.". In Thailand however: "Ok no problem we will find a way." Just love it.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Well said mate

[@kwalk4804]

Trevor, this is one of the most important videos you have made ever. MATES, Play this video over again and try to understand what he is saying to you. He absolutely, knows what he is talking about. Something that seems like nothing to us is a big deal to Thai people, things can escalate quickly here. His comments about going with the flow and being polite are spot on...The Thais are beautiful people, that's why we're here. Respect our place, we are only guests.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Thanks mate

[@garys5540]

I had an interesting encounter with a vendor on my second trip. Everyday in front of my hotel there was a lady selling fruit. I bought 2 bags everyday for three days but I was being charges twice the cost as the locals.On the fourth day I saw a couple of kids, kinda dirty just sitting looking bored. So, I bought them a bag of fruit each. they smiled and said Kapuncup. Then on my fifth day. The same lady charged me the same price as locals. Not sure exactly why she charged me less but I liked the fact that she was treating me like a local. I did leave a 100 baht tip on my last out. I really think if you take care of them, they will take care of you!

[@Buzzinpattaya]

nice one mate

[@Tampo-tiger]

I love how you're emphasising that us foreigners are GUESTS in Thailand. It's good, especially for us heavy-drinking Brits, to remember that the days have long gone when we arrived somewhere and automatically assumed superiority. We are not their superior, we are simply GUESTS, and must behave politely and with good humour like we would if invited into a stranger's home. It behoves us to apologise even if in the wrong, and treat their country, their monarchy and their sweet people with huge respect. It will be returned tenfold, and you will learn so much more about the lovely Thai people and their culture.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

I have been a guest here for 10 years

[@smrriles5668]

In another post you say you have never been to Thailand 🤔🤔🤔

[@deanteuma8863]

Hi Trev, Some great points you make which makes a lot of sense, I've been coming to Thailand since the late eighties and never had any problems the Thai people are one of the most respectable countries in the world. Just enjoy engage with respect!.. I will be trying to come to Thailand in June from Aussie hope to catch up, love your work keep smiling 👍

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Thanks for sharing mate

[@philyew3617]

The clearest and most realistic advice I've ever seen concerning Pattaya Trev. Well said. Lad's Especially Newbies... Listen and learn because they really will hurt you. I've been going since 1991 and lost count of how many times I been. In all that time i've seen it get really serious twice, and it was Brutal. The first time, a ship was in port for R&R. Walking street was crowded with drunk loud, I'm bigger than you types. One guy was pawing and grabbing at a girl in a bar (in fairness his two mates were trying to get him out). All at once the girl just said something, roughly translated something like tell this man to be nice. One of the door men landed a single kick which either broke or dislocated the clowns knee, he went down like a sack of poo and didn't get up. He was twice the size of the door man and obviously thought he was hard, he wasn't. Then... the girl added her displeasure to the guys knee. His mates had the sense to stay back because within seconds the bar was flooded with Thai men from other bars. When the MP's arrived a couple of minutes later the clown was thrown into the back of a vehicle while a uniformed Sergeant spoke to the bar manager and girl and paid a huge fistfull of cash in 'Compensation'. If that guy wasn't permanently injured he was lucky. And the girls just carried on dancing! The second I saw was a German and you could see it coming a mile off. He got smacked, very hard, and those stiletoe heels do much more than make a girl look tall. The boys in brown took him away for complimentary room and board but, word got around he was in hospital waiting for a flight home. DO NOT get into that situation, you will get hurt and it will spoil your fun. Big smile. Apologise even if it chokes you. Buy a few drinks, and leave quietly. You might just get away in one piece. Pattaya is fantastic but it's their Country not yours. Their rules not yours!

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Thanks mate

[@markwalker4142]

That applies to anywhere especially South America which can be fatally dangerous .

[@Bighandful]

I overspent (as you do when drunk) and I came up a bit short on my bill (400 baht). Thought I was gonna end up with cement sandles..luckily I remembered I keep a few extra bit of cash in a seperate pocket just for these occasions…my tip always keep a bit extra on you somewhere that you don’t normally keep you money

[@thisdrinkinglife]

Good tip, cheers

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Great you split ya money mate, tell people all the time to do this

[@pal555]

Great advice Trev I've been to Thailand many times the main thing is be respectful remember your in another country

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Well said mate

[@iomtilt]

Fabulous advice Trevor, be a lover not a fighter 😁🌴

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Indeed mate

[@gundam0816]

just came back from Pattaya, amazing city. Never did I feel threatened or scammed, but that doesn't mean you don't need to be careful.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Well said

[@The303panthers]

This is a great video! Hopefully Pattaya newbies will take all this to heart. Everything you said is 100% true!

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Thanks mate

[@johnlyons4391]

Once got overcharged in the check bin at a bar I frequented a lot, so I asked politely would they check again as I said I thought it was wrong they came back and said it was right,so I paid. (About €8 over) never went back and any time I passed they would ask why you not come in anymore? I just told them I’d found a better bar. Great tips Trevor keep it going

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Crazy how short sighted they can be

[@grahambailey6128]

Been Thailand many times very little trouble. got charged for a missing tv remote once and a bottle of thai whiskey once. those hotels lost out as I never stayed again. One thing I will say whether it is a taxi or drink in a gogo bar especially a Russian one agree price first and check the bill when it arrives. But most of all enjoy yourselves it's awesome.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

TV remote lol..... can picture your face now haha

[@althea1227]

Another great video Trev full of wisdom and knowledge. I am one of those people who are doing a lot of research before I commit to visiting Thailand. The last time I was there was in the mid 1990’s for business when I was always with my Thai business colleagues. Have only been to Bangkok and fell in love with the country. Now it is 25 years later and the world has completely changed. Not sure if I have the stamina anymore but need to learn first and your advice is much appreciated. Thank you for everything and maybe I’ll stop by Buzzin’ Bar when I get ther

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Thanks mate and as you said stay ahead of the game

[@hfc6535]

Lots of great advice there. Steer clear from confrontation. Pattaya is a fantastic place enjoy it . Thanks

[@Buzzinpattaya]

indeed mate

[@travisrobert9530]

One author of a book that I read about the expat experience said that he mostly contends with Thailand by being a "polite ghost." Invisible for the most part, very polite for the rest. I don't fully agree with his take on Thailand, but I do believe that if you're going to call attention to yourself, it should be for doing something good, or something nice. It's my experience that politeness and kindness go a long way in Thailand. Thanks for the advice, Trev. Good job.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Gotcha mate

[@RawnPorter]

Good advice thanks so much 😊

[@Buzzinpattaya]

You are so welcome!

[@simonc772]

Wise words, especially about saying sorry and walking away, loving the videos!

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Cheers mate and yeah, no need to ruin a holiday over ego

[@markgarretson689]

The confrontation part is tricky especially when big bucks are involved. I remember 4 years ago I bought a BMW from German auto in Pattaya, it was a nightmare. Long story short, the ECU was bugged in the car, god knows how in a car with 0 miles on it. I realized it after 10 minutes from taking the car out after paying. When I went back they refused that it’s their fault. And to be honest I was probably inches away from getting a thrashing from the BMW staff. Well, anyone will lose his mind if he realizes that the car for which he paid 6 million baht has one of its core function missing. Had to contact Bmw HQ in Munich to get this sorted. To my hidden pleasure, BMW Munich fined the dealer and warned of a possible cancelation of the dealership. But my learning is, Thailand have an uncivilized side of it which will turn ugly. So, kept away from it.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Thank you very much for sharing

[@andrewwhiting1145]

A few Thai words I learnt when first heading to Thailand and came in handy many a time. ( Mai pen rai. ) 'Never mind.' (kor Toht krap ) 'Sorry, Excuse me'. And for any persistent vendor or 'Mister, you want massage?'. (Mai OW krap.) 'No thanks or Don't want'. All said with a smile of course.

[@-whackd]

Haha I can just imagine you saying Mai pen Rai in situations where it would be odd to Thais. ”Never mind" is an odd translation, the meaning is closer to ”it doesn't matter / it's not important”

[@andrewwhiting1145]

@@-whackd 555, Yes John you are right. I think I have a lot more to learn about Thailand.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

be careful with mai Bpen Rai - in English it can be translated as "whatever'

[@PREPFORIT]

ALL excellent advice. Thank you for being real and not sugar coating anything.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Welcome as always mate

[@fab5749]

Great advice here... and this works everywhere in the world

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Cheers mate

[@datingguru650]

Lived here for 21 years and all great advice. Great video Trev

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Cheers mate

[@monkeytime9851]

As a Canadian, none of this even occurred to me. I'm programmed from birth to say "Sorry" to anybody who bumps into me.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

fair one mate respect to you

[@Bushwhacker150]

All good advice and very true Trev . Very good video mate 👍🙏

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Thanks mate

[@pedxrp4775]

God dam, I miss Pattaya so much..And after watching this video, so much rings true! Ive seen so much and most problems are avoidable, you are the guest in the country. Follow this rule, respect the locals and common sense :-)

[@Buzzinpattaya]

I hope you get out soon

[@thomasbarber2816]

Currently in Thailand nearly half way through a 2 week travelling holiday me and my friend spent 3 nights in pattaya we only had 1 small issue where our bill had been mixed up with those sat next to us or that is what the staff told us, but all we did was politely tell them what we've had a couple of minutes later our real bill came out with no issues and no dramas, as fir the street vendors we found the best way to deal with them was just say no and ignore them

[@Buzzinpattaya]

sensible approach mate fair play

[@scottthompson8946]

I had a (predictable) bad experience in a Russian GoGo in Phuket. My travel companion wanted to go in there so reluctantly I agreed. While I was chatting up one girl another woman just walked up and started dancing in front of me. I repeatedly told her no thanks I'm talking to this other person; Eventually I just ignored her until the end of the song long when she said I owed her a 600 baht for the dance. I refused.... As expected, I Gore the bouncer came over and tried to intimidate us. I took half of your advice!😎 I wasn't drunk and I remain calm and politely told him " Whether you and I make the news tonight is entirely up to you but the the one thing I can guarantee is you will not get a single penny out of me". He thought about it for at least 20 seconds and eventually said OK you 2 just leave, Which we politely did. It may have helped that I was 93cm and 20 stones... but even when you decide to stand your ground, being sober and polite is good advice.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

nice one mate, fair play to handling it how you did.......respect!

[@joekidd5]

Never been in one of those russian bars, dont see the point of flying half way around the world to look at White ladys, 555.

[@murraywards2645]

I got similar treatment at a Russian bar in Pattaya.. They're very dangerous.. Best never to go inside where Russian girls are..

[@mohamedmohamed-ali2787]

Trevor great subject in my 35 years of travelling to Thailand since 1977 I have had no problems in fact the Thai people are more respectful to their guest however over the last 15 years I have noticed due to greed and drunk tourist especially near all the bars and club the locals know it’s easy pickings on drunk farang my advise is if you ever are in a situation is to keep calm and keep apologising most Thai understand that you are their guest and they will help you in a bad situation.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Thanks for sharing mate

[@DavidW59]

I had a slight mishap, recently, with a young, new lady. I found that keeping cool, and communicating with the mama and manager, worked things out well... i.e. still welcome and treated well.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Always remain calm

[@ardshielcomplex8917]

Always enjoy your vids Trev, subscribed a while ago.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Thank you

[@deantarbett913]

Appreciate your work Trevor. Been to pattaya a bunch of times. Your on the money with what I've seen and learnt during my trips. Be there in 2 weeks. Been too long due to covid. I owe you a drink. From the frozen few in the Canadian arctic.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Cheers mate

[@colinkay6599]

Check your Bill(Bin) each round. It's so easy for waitress to get confused. Saves a world of pain.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Well said

[@jerryshake9312]

Keep up the great work and sharing you life’s experience with us my good man.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

I appreciate that mate, thank you

[@onlyme2030]

In 10 + trips to Thailand, I've never once been involved in any trouble, it is much less dangerous than most parts of where I live in the UK. However idiots often have an uncanny knack of finding other idiots, if you can't behave when you've had a few beers, either don't drink or don't go to Thailand!!

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Agreed all circumstancial

[@simonniven]

Great advice. Multiple trips and only had my bill padded 4 times, and only for a drink or 2. Raised it politely and it was corrected. 2 were genuine mistakes I thought and the others deliberate. Only times I felt things may have got physical was with drunk Falangs . For me other tourists are your most likely trouble.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Fair one mate

[@simonniven]

@@Buzzinpattaya I should probably clarify , only been padded the 4 times I was aware of, could have been 100 times when toasted .😁

[@chadpendergast6025]

@Nicky Boy @Ian 444444 @iom - Tilt you fellas "The Triple Threat" are hard to beat. Congrats on sweepin the Top 3

[@Ian4444four]

Appreciate the recognition Chad 👍

[@Buzzinpattaya]

lol

[@tzkz6721]

Coming to pattaya in a few weeks, hopefully see you around for a few pints. Can imagine you'll have seen good stories to share

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Seen a few things

[@ThaiLove83]

Good advice :) I only like to say that as long as we respect and be polite to the people in the country we are visitting and things will be okay.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Agreed

[@Tampo-tiger]

I've never been to Thailand in all my 64 years, and never considered it either. I am a recovering alkie so have no use for the bars there. But the street food fascinates me, and just sitting and watching the nightlife go by looks wonderful. Then I'd be up at the crack of 10am to go and have breakfast and then a nice long swim in the sea. It all looks so amazingly inexpensive, no wonder retirees fo there. It doesn't necessarily have to be a full migration, just a burst of six or eight weeks through the worst of the British winter. All that good cheer and friendliness would recharge my batteries no end. To hell with what my family or friends say - if they think I'm up to dating girls every night then who cares? I'm not asking them to join me. I want to find out about cheap accommodation, preferably with a stove as I like to cook.

[@Tampo-tiger]

@Joshua Langley It's almost like conjuring, isn't it!! And if things go horribly wrong and one of those terrible women steal my purity, then I can blame them entirely, and tell my family that I thought we were going back to my room to study my etchings.

[@jonhobson3592]

Couldn’t agree more I’m moving end 23

[@CFCseventy]

Come out you. Will have a ball thing you want is there really a lot of fun if you. Don’t drink even better you can whatch there doughnuts perform 😎

[@Buzzinpattaya]

You're talking like you want it so bad so just do it...... live life with excitement not regrets

[@jonhobson3592]

@@Buzzinpattaya evening / morning. So I’ve got an update if u interested .. on my bkk ‘friend ‘ I been chatting to and told you about from T Friendly for last 5 months. We speak / video often / message daily .. Lives with her sister, sharing a condo .. no kids , 2 brothers who live with mum in Sisaket .. nr Ubon Ratchathani.. works in a pharmaceutical co and before that banking. 3 boyfriends in past ( so I’m told lol ) .. moved to city as wanted better job .. for last 10 years .. she’s 36.. don’t smoke , don’t drink much , no tattoos.. English patchy , so signs good .. on paper , in theory .. what gives me the feeling this’ll go tits up Trevor ?.. 🤷‍♂️🤔🙄.. aiming to meet when come bkk .. thoughts ? … I’m awaiting the sick buffalo 🦬 in the village money request .. .. I’m being sensible, level headed, play by ear , so far .. see what transpires .. ta for reading , apologies for long message .. best wishes .. 🙏..

[@marksmith-bt7vb]

All good advice ! and situations you will come across regularly , stay cool , stay aware and walk away if nessesary !

[@Buzzinpattaya]

well said

[@emcdonald6966]

A couple of other things to be aware of with regards to the boys in brown (police) are if you are a smoker and drop your cigarette butt, that they are red hot with a 2000 baht fine for littering. (Especially at night they will spot that red glow hitting the ground without you knowing they are watching.) My mates tip was to roll the burning end out of the butt and put the butt in his pocket then when he got the hand on the shoulder from the boys in brown he just showed the butt and end of story. the second being if you are going to ride a motorbike always wear a helmet. There can be 50 Thai's riding without a helmet but will always be the 1 farang without the helmet that gets pulled over.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Great shouts that mate cheers

[@mkwaku]

Great info Trev... Thanks man

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Any time!

[@Jacob101485]

An other one should be watch yourself at exchange booths... Exchanged some money for the first time in Phuket and I felt like I had 100 pairs of eyes on me, soon as I got my money had a motor bike taxi try and get me to get on with him. You can just feel the desperation over here... Just gave me a bad feeling

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Always cover what you take out

[@DavidW59]

Mate! I've been a subscriber for a bit, and found your "newbie" guidlines videos very helpful, but just now found out about your bar. I just returned from a trip there. Next time I'll be sure to stop in.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

No problem my friend always welcome

[@TheEyesofOwen]

Great advice just be polite smile and walkaway I can honestly say I have only had to do this a couple of times over bill padding

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Well said

[@Andy-4342]

Was strolling down walking street a few years ago and saw a farang, two security guards, and two police standing by the ATM outside the 7-11. Farang was looking a little worse for wear and had clearly been thumped at some point. Moral of the story, the odds are never in your favor, pay attention to your surroundings and your bin, and at the end, to quote Kenny Rogers, you have to know when to hold 'em, know when to fold 'em, know when to walk away, and know when to run. :) P.S. Looks like there's some extra footage starting around 26:11 mark.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

well said

[@nsmith3143]

Great advice about confrontation Trev, it happens everywhere in the world especially where there is plenty of alcohol. Like you said, right or wrong you need to forget your own principles, swallow your pride or dignity and just walk away. And what's the go with the race to make the first comments lol ;-) What type of different content could you put on Patreon Trev?

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Better to walk than be carried off on a stretcher

[@Ian4444four]

The race is just a bit of fun 😉

[@mrmuranga]

enjoy listening to you. I hope to visit Pattaya soon just because of your advice and level advice.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Thank you very much I'm glad you enjoy the videos

[@frankindabank]

Thailand is the most friendly place in the world, if you mess up there you are just not a very kind person. It's not easy making a Thai getting upset and when you do you just deserve what you get.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Gotcha

[@matthewkerrigan3363]

Never had any problems in Pattaya , always felt safe

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Nice one

[@paultoll4629]

Great advice Trev, your moral compass will save many misguided souls!

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Cheers mate

[@waynegreenwood5444]

Good video in my years of visiting Thailand if you settle in to a bar for the night make sure you pay your bill every 2 hours that will save you a lot of grief at times and when the bar staff know that you will never get additional drinks added onto your bill good lesson for first timers cheers and enjoy 🍷🍷🥂🥂🍻🍻👍👍

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Great shout thank you very much for sharing

[@duncanboard9452]

Thankfully I have never encounted any issues. Reasons being is 1) I always remember and respect I am a guest when travelling, their rules, customs. 2) I'm a very happy drunk, never violent but am also someone who always respects everyone, who am I to judge someone else. 3) Had a situation where I was heavily drunk, bin was 8000 b and zero chance it was accurate. I just paid and leave, no arguments. When your on holidays it's really so easy to just remain happy and calm, just accept it and move on. And if your going to get drunk be the sort of person who is a lovable drunk and let nothing fuss you. Who can possibly be angry in a place like Pattaya?

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Solid advice

[@paulb1034]

Thanks Trev, some useful tips, I think something went wrong with your editing software or did you add some bonus material to the end....?

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Thank you very much glad you enjoyed the video

[@MrTiaopi]

I got bin padded years ago when I first started going to Thailand, I do have a habit of buying the mama san a drink as soon as I go into a bar/club and luckily she helped me out and split the difference in one of the drink bills.

[@properjob79]

buying the mamasan a drink is very underrated

[@Buzzinpattaya]

cheers for sharing mate

[@shane0traveller451]

Great advice Trevor thanks for the wisdom 🙏

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Thank you my friend

[@ralgor100]

Sound advice, thank you.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Thanks mate

[@danfreisting2874]

Great advice once again!

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Thank you

[@nightrider8908]

I know a married couple who once took a holiday in Pattaya. The woman said she'd never go there again! That makes me wonder why anyone would call Pattaya amazing or fantastic. I like the warm climate. I'm always cold, except in the sauna, but in Thailand I can walk around in shirtsleeves even at night. Thailand is a poor developing country where the police don't necessarily side with the innocent victim of a crime. I never get in the situations described in this video anyway, so I'm always out of harm's way. Even though I do visit Thailand once a year, I can think of many cities that are certainly more attractive than Pattaya. And I agree with what someone has said earlier: this video may not increase the number of potential visitors to Thailand even though every word is true.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

A lot of this depends on what you're expecting

[@colinkay6599]

Thai attitude to safety is definitely a double-edged sword. Great to escape home nanny states but it's easier to have serious accidents.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Totally agree with you

[@10MinutestoRouletteFortune]

Brilliant topic. It's my number one bit of advice. Here is how I knew the rules of not getting involved with this probably kept me out of a jam. I had just arrived from BKK from Udan Thani. It was after 2am and I had met up with a buddy from Germany for some drinks and was walking back to my hotel after a few. On the way I stopped at 7/11 for a coconut water a Thai Red Bull for my morning hang over and a Thai ice tea for the road. I stopped on some steps on the corner of I think Soi 12 and Beach Road at a business of sorts. There were bushes along the business front. I was chatting up some freelancers just for conversation and I hear a girl screaming at someone to my left. Knowing Thai people generally don't scream I knew something was going down. She was flinging beer at a guy from Australia from a Chang bottle. How do I know he was Australian? He had a tattoo of a cartoon kangaroo on his shoulder so it's a solid guess. Having enough of her, he turned, grabbed her 105 lb body and threw her through the bushes so hard she hit her head on the white wall. I sat there and just sipped my Thai ice tea as two motor taxi guys on the corner right there jumped off their bikes and beat the living SNOT out of this wanker. Still sipping on my drink one guy turned, grabbed the bottle from the ground and cracked it over the guy's head!! This happened nor more than 4 feet from me and I had some large shards of glass land on me. The guy did a face plant right on the pavement and the blood oozed and I thought to myself "I'm looking at a dead man" and I took another sip and just enjoyed the show. In an instant after they did it they turned and noticed I was hit with glass. The knew I was cool as I was talking to the ladies and they smiled a few times to my comments with them. Like a flip of a switch they went from animal mode to super nice to me saying "Mr. you have glass, are you OK....are you OK?" as they picked the glass off of me. I told them "yes, now RUN." So they sped off on their bikes and I found a quick exit while the ladies did too. I'm sure they guy must have been a "skippy" or something having not paid his bill with her or something. That said, I have never felt more safe than in Thailand and I travel alone. I've been lost down late at night and I never got concerned. I'm sure my story is rare but none the less, boy was it exciting. Moral of the story, DON"T GET INVOLVED WITH ANYTHING. You are in a movie..........enjoy the show but don't be an actor in it. If the cops come you will never win with the police as they will save the "face" of the Thai. Be chill, quiet and respectful to everyone and you will never have a problem. If you get in a pickle, smile and walk away. Even the Soi Dogs will kick your ass. Cheers.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Free entertainment mate, nice one lol

[@nixonbd53]

Any chance you can do a segment on the AirBnB scene in Pattaya? If I'm coming over for 30-days, it appears to be a cheaper option that a long-termed hotel, no? Maybe interview a "Super Host" to discuss the pros and cons. Just a thought.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

I am crap at this mate as no idea on hotels, really sorry

[@barlowsmith6242]

Been there three times and the chicks are just amazing - I got very lucky and took two back to the flat one time but it cost me a lot - but they were working together if you know what Im getting at so it all worked out but the price was very high!

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Great to hear!

[@naturalselfyoga1617]

You say the important thing to remember is that we are guests there. But really the takeaway from this video is "its not worth it" even if you "win" a fight you'll get in trouble and they won't help you with Emglish. It's not worth it. Fighting will not make anything better.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

I was kinda hoping the takeaway was come enjoy yaself and just avoid confrontation

[@iomtilt]

1st 😊🌴🇹🇭

[@Ian4444four]

Yellow Jersey for you today, well done 👏

[@iomtilt]

@@nickyboy. I got lucky today, with the "Yellow Jersey" for today's stage Tour de Trev 😁 🚲

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Awarded the big bad BOSH!!! Nice one mate

[@grayray44]

@@iomtilt sorry son nO 2nd prizes to-day

[@markh7304]

Great advice Hair Trevor 👍🇹🇭🍻

[@Buzzinpattaya]

hair today gone tomorrow lol

[@kenlizzio7096]

The trusted theme here is walk away, walk away, walk away. Sage advice.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

indeedy

[@CryptoSteve007]

In 14 years of living in Bangkok and Pattaya I've seen my fair share of Dust Ups between Thais and foreigners. I've never seen a Thai in a 1 on 1 fight a foreigner. They will ALWAYS fight in packs. 1on 1 they are gutless. Remember there are only 2 rules in Thailand: 1) The Farang is always wrong, and 2) The Farang will always pay $.

[@theexiled_0]

True brother

[@Buzzinpattaya]

well said

[@jglee6721]

100% correct which most visitors don't know. It's a cultural thing.

[@barneyberne996]

Just be polite to all thai people because they are the nicest people in the world 🌎

[@johnlunt8697]

I went out at 2am sober to watch the football and had 2 beers, the bill was correct but they short changed me, because they thought I was drunk, I made the mamasam aware and spoke to her politely and she sorted it out for me and apologised

[@Buzzinpattaya]

nice one for sorting

[@banchaing2360]

Hi Trevor This reminds me about 20 years ago it was thai new year and me and a friend was having a drink in a bar in soi 8 in the afternoon the girls were throwing water and they had there water guns then a German guy was walking past and one of the girls sprayed him with her water gun. He took the gun of her and snapped it over his knee, all he'll broke loose he began to run down the road under a hail of beer bottles from the girls from all the bars then 2 thai guy jumped on a bike went after him and knocked him to the ground next thing police arrived and threw in to the back of there pick up truck. Do not know what happened to him after that. I wish I had it on video it was hilarious.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

And the murder of that story is except what it is and don't get involved LOL

[@henrikpeterson1652]

I been in pattaya 9 times and never been in trouble but deffently seen trouble most offen people aguen about Bills 1 time in Bangkok 1 mann got and asskicking i he never forget, keep your cool best advice simple not worth it

[@Buzzinpattaya]

well said

[@andrewrobinson2565]

Buzzin' Bowlin' Shurt. 😁👍

[@Buzzinpattaya]

hahaha

[@SpeedyBlueBiker1]

Lot of good info on this video. One of the main ones was remove yourself from the situation. Words to live by! It's just not worth it. The vendors: They are just trying to make a living. It's what they do. Just be polite, I know it's hard for the 198th time, but just be cordial and say you don't want any. About the two girls getting into a row over you: Yes, don't get involved. If possible, better to pay your bill and leave.......by yourself! You can find a new teerak a couple of Soi's over from the one you were on.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Thanks mate

[@richardhardy7094]

Fanfastic video ,Trevor hope the new boys watch before they come.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Thanks mate

[@slevitt18]

Your examples and advice are true all over the world. Respect all people, don’t count pennies and stay calm. Women, alcohol and testosterone are a bad combination. Don’t let the little head think for the big head.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Great comment thank you very much for sharing

[@slevitt18]

@@Buzzinpattaya You’re a hard working dawg

[@brandon13k]

I dealt baccarat for 18 years. The Vietnamese fight the same way, gang up and use bottles. It’s wild.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Wow

[@yearight9185]

Dont know if its still a problem as it was years back when I visited "especially with whats going on now" but the go-go bars with the pretty blonds and brunettes are usually owned by Russian gangster and not a good place to go in for a drink. When I was there if you ever made that mistake it could cost you a LOT MORE than a drink and a bar fine to leave the place in one piece. May have changed now but heard quite a few horror stories about bad experiences in those places.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

As you said be on your guard

[@tomhaskett5161]

Similar problem in Krakow, Poland. Pretty girl outside bar invites you in, you end up with a huge bill.

[@Czechbound]

Solid advice. I'd be more worried about fellow tourists than Thai people. Also, if you are travelling with some friends, make it clear that if they act the d?ck, not follow Trevor's sensible advice, and get themselves into bother, that you won't be stepping in to share the consequences. And if they plan to go/ do something dodgy, and you don't feel comfortable with it, do be a sheep : leave them to it, and do your own thing. Trust your own Spidey senses.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Exactly as you said my friend thank you

[@richardmarshall1707]

You're doing the lord's work. Keep up the good work.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Thanks mate

[@jonhobson3592]

Good advice thanks Trev

[@Buzzinpattaya]

welcome mate

[@Philbo4501]

Woke up in my room. Dilated pupils. My Casio watch was missing. Devastating.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Sorry for this bad experience

[@baddhorsie8318]

waking up plus it was time to upgrade to a better watch anyway, win win in my book :)

[@brianstreet5223]

great advice stay safe

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Thank you and you too

[@markhanley5432]

mai chai..with a friendly smile..always works

[@Buzzinpattaya]

😊

[@galdessa1]

'not yes'

[@philipchild5792]

After getting caught a couple of times being under the influence I just paid (dimmed memory i lost count ) so I made it my policy to pay each time I got a drink then I was positive I only paid for what I drank

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Good switch mate

[@al69420]

I have a question for you mate, when I visited I went to bangkok, phuket, Koh phi phi, and krabi. Is visiting pataya something I need to do on my next trip? What makes it different or better?

[@Buzzinpattaya]

All I would say is that the entertainment zone here is very well known as I'm sure you know yourself likewise there is a lot to do here but what I say you have to come here no would I say you should come here yes but one thing is for sure don't make any fixed plans as in commit to staying in a hotel for a certain period of time just in case you don't like this place

[@al69420]

@@Buzzinpattaya yes I agree, I never book a hotel for more than 4 days when going on holiday I always move around and never make solid plans I just free game it. Love the channel bruv, you’re living the good life! Screw the bitter haters they are not living.

[@desrend]

Good advice Trev, Just emphasize a couple of things, Inappropriate touching, I have had the experience several times, being with my current squeeze, she goes to the bar and some geezer puts his hands on her, boy does that get them irate, The other thing is , walk into a bar, have a beer, then pick out a girl and say I want you, then get offended when they say no, Bars girls are allowed to say no. Made the mistake once, of talking to a nice bargirl with my current squeeze in tow over drinks, for an hour or so , kissed her hand when we left, boy did I get an earbashing over that, for days.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

exactly, not EVERY woman is available

[@astrolopitek5773]

Being Canadian, saying "I'm sorry" has gotten ingrained in my DNA

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Gotcha

[@ardshielcomplex8917]

"Kortot" in Thai, a good word to know.

[@anthonyhill5058]

I always look at receipt in front of the bar lady with every drink I buy, that way they know you're wise to padding and they won't bother with it on you.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

That play mate a good system to work with

[@johnadams8862]

Sound advice again gov there is no price on experience,,,be good buddy 👍🍻

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Thank you so much and you too

[@manosparavida3551]

In March '10 I recall meeting some stragglers from a Stag party in the now gone music bar's nr end of Soi 8 (Beach Rd). A particular lad had no idea where his hotel was and we never saw him again, even though he promised to meet up again as he was enthralled by my advice for future reference. MY POINT IS......never, ever leave your hotel without putting their business card in your wallet. Because this is your lifeline to returning to your arranged and paid for accommodation. The amount of newbie's I've met that are steaming drunk and have zero recollection of their digs is staggering.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Sadly this happens far too often

[@oddlahh]

No problem at all , ppl for bars eaven helped me to my hotell when I was to drunk . Just behave normal and with a bit respekt and you are fine 😁👍

[@steveprice8201]

Normally they’re good, you’ve been lucky👍

[@oddlahh]

Yes , mabee. But you come a long way if you behave normal and a bit humble 😁

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Gotcha

[@andrewrobinson2565]

I've had my pocket picked on the way back from soi 6 around 8pm. Once only - didn't have the money in the shirt pocket 😟😞. One too many... 😶 2k...ordered food after and had to cancel the order.... 🤔

[@Buzzinpattaya]

sorry to read this

[@andrewrobinson2565]

My fault though... lesson learned. 👍👍

[@Ari-tq7ms]

When you're at that stage of drunkenness where you leave your mobile phone as security to the bar because you didn't have enough money to pay the bill, it's time you rethink your drinking habits.

[@geordie1c]

I left an new iPhone XS a few years back in a bar for that same reason next day I couldn’t remember the bar and the battery was dead. Around 3 or 4 days later someone found a charger for it and I was able to call my phone from my Gf phone,turned out it was in one of these Karioki bars you get up north so they were looking there billed payed may I add I think was highly inflated. But I wasn’t worried I’d just paid 1k at the time for the phone. 👍

[@Buzzinpattaya]

lol gotta say mate that's on point!

[@al69420]

My advice, make friends with the tuk tuk driver, the long tail driver, everybody, and get their contacts and use the same people for services. It makes it easier and they will show gratitude with beers/presents.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

absolutely, I have a solid MB Taxi guy

[@al69420]

@@Buzzinpattaya yes mate I have an awesome taxi guy who I always tip well and in turn he always brings me beers and has even introduced me to a few girls to hang out with for the day. I love thailand. Best country by far.

[@Thai-Tanic.]

If someone's drunk and kicking off in a bar and they start disrespecting the staff, by becoming verbally abusive . People shouldn't make the mistake that the security staff will just and ask you to leave , and escort you from the premises, like they do back home. If you make a complete ass of yourself here, the security guys will knock you out first, and ask questions later.

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Indeed seen that happen

[@jeasy1221]

One time in Pattaya @Bali High Pier had a thai man get angry with me for "blowing up" the porta potty he was an attendant of...felt really bad for him..but couldn't help it...thankfully I was with my thai girlfriend..I wai'ed him and said sorry..handed him a few baht for the trouble..he quickly calmed down..lol

[@Buzzinpattaya]

lol

[@jerryb9182]

Hey Trev dose the Russian Mob run the big bars and clubs?

[@Buzzinpattaya]

No mate

[@thisdrinkinglife]

Love these videos where you dish out some seriously great advice Trev. Good for someone who is planning on hitting Asia very soon, cheers. I wonder if its possible to talk about money issues in a future video....for the person who usually goes out on the long nights........... i mean how much should one carry for a long night on the town, do bars even accept ATM cards, is it safe to carry your atm card, is pick pocketing an issue, etc etc. I always worry about losing my mobile, atm card, or cash on long drunken nights out, any good advice for a mad place like Pattaya, cheers Trev

[@Buzzinpattaya]

Thank you very much my friend and yes I will try my best soon

[@simonniven]

On the ATM'S , I personally don't take my card with me due to previously losing cards to the machine when I'm pissed. The ATM'S here in OZ return your card prior to dispensing cash, whereas the Thai machine returns after your cash. So easy then to just walk away and leave the card in the slot . Cheers,Spud

[@thisdrinkinglife]

@@simonniven interesting, cheers