I must say this is the fastest growing channel that covers Thailand content. It can be hard work keeping a channel running. Good work Trevor!
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
thanks James, TBH I love all i do, keeps me busy and the interaction is awesome
@kal77uk3 жыл бұрын
Yes good channel. but some peeps it replaces the fact they cant travel there!!
@davidradich93423 жыл бұрын
One thing I found is that watching alcohol intake really helps. I got very drunk one night and it was not good, I am lucky I didn't have problems. After that I paced myself. I found staying hydrated also is very good to do as it keeps you more mentally alert. Also it helps save money to drink a couple of soda waters (looks like you are drinking a gin and tonic) for every actual drink you buy. I never had any problems after that. Kept my head and saved money.
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Yeah drinking is not good in huge amounts every day
@buckeyeman_98333 жыл бұрын
I find chasing a shot of (whatever) My personal preference is CR ( crown royal ). With a few gulps of Pedialitye advace case + Eliviates 90% of hangover effect . Just a tip to my fellow advanced drinkers!
@DiscoveringThailand3 жыл бұрын
On Hotels, Don't book your whole stay at one hotel, Just book couple nights so you have the option to change if you don't like it or see something better value, location etc 👍
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tips!
@grahamjohnson47023 жыл бұрын
That can be a very hit or miss Idea as especially in the high season most hotels can or will be booked up already or maybe only have the odd few days available, and 90% don't give a cheaper price and some even charge you more so book online if you try this Idea
@DiscoveringThailand3 жыл бұрын
@@grahamjohnson4702 Maybe in the past but things are different now and in the future for a long time.
@andrewmack21613 жыл бұрын
@@grahamjohnson4702 I tend to book Pattaya hotels all in advance, however last time I was there was peak season 19 (2 weeks covering Xmas & NY) and occupancy rate was under 60%. I think it jumped up for NYE but even then there were plenty of options. Although it's fair to say that if you do want to extend your stay in the same hotel, you could be unlucky by finding that's the one that is fully booked, but probably only in the peak season.
@learningtosmile66983 жыл бұрын
When I came here (for work, not for smut), I didn't book anything ahead of time. I waited until I got to the airport, got a local sim card, and watched the price of lodging drop about 75%. The price you get if you book before you leave will be based on your country, through your IP address. Another workaround for this is to use a VPN before you leave, and set your location to Thailand.
@shinedg1683 жыл бұрын
100% Spot on mate - noobs will do well to take heed of this video. The only thing I might add is to remember this is not the West and although the Thais are amazing soft-spoken people, it is only until you rub them the wrong way. Be on your best behaviour ESPECIALLY if you cannot handle your alcohol. Each time I walked into a bar and saw a farang behaving loudly and badly, I just walked out. Remember, you cannot demand service and complain like back home. The adult playground aspect of Pattaya is a mirage and has no basis in reality, with everything geared toward lightening your pockets in the most efficient means possible. If you are unable to read people and identify and make sincere friends in your home country, the chances of doing this in Pattaya are slim. Take it easy and enjoy one of the best destinations in the world.
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate, great comment
@mikeyboy30543 жыл бұрын
One of the things I appreciate about this channel is that Trev takes the time to read the comments. Even new comments on older videos. That tells me he gives a shit. And most of the content is interesting and relevant.
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate, yeah i do read every comment and get annoyed if one slips through the net as I don't like ignorance. If someone takes the time to write a comment I should find the time to reply. Yeah it takes a couple hours every day but hey, it was my choice to make this channel. Thanks mate for your kind words and support
@buckeyeman_98333 жыл бұрын
Can't wait to buy Trev Mo, A mommason & a lady {or 2} a dinner. Going to be an EPIC evening. I dare any of you to remember the morning after!!!
@ollaum3 жыл бұрын
Don’t barfine the same girl for your whole holiday (especially if it’s the first bar on your first time in Thailand). Don’t tell her you love her, then buy her out of the bar, then marry her and then take her to England. Whatever ever else you do, don’t do that 🤣🤣🤣. I’d rather not say whether I have made any of the above mistakes. I’m just suggesting an easy life wouldn’t involve any of the above 😉😁
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Agreed
@jayrorschach22473 жыл бұрын
Why pay the bar fine? Just agree to meet them after their shift ends
@ollaum3 жыл бұрын
@@jayrorschach2247 because Jay, if everyone did that there would be no bars. Just put your hand in your pocket you cheap skate 😉…..you’re on holiday, live a little 🤪
@jayrorschach22473 жыл бұрын
@@ollaum I’m not taking the moral high ground, I used to fall for all that crap mysen. But then I realised you can save all that money towards your next holiday by just getting girls off Facebook. There would still be bars just not whore bars, and you’d still get girls approaching you.... simple! And instead of paying for women, you could eat in nice restaurants and drink pina coladas instead of burger bars and beer! I’m not preaching just giving people the benefit of my experience
@ollaum3 жыл бұрын
@@jayrorschach2247 no worries, sounds great. I do all of those nice things too. I stay in luxurious hotels, eat delicious meals, drink tasty cocktails too etc etc. So it’s all good. To each their own 😉! Oh, I wouldn’t go on Facebook if you paid me, but that’s just my personal choice, and preference for privacy 👌🏻
@thewilberforce3 жыл бұрын
Your energy and honesty are great.
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much
@sheckispillcus703 жыл бұрын
Great tips Trevor. Some I have heard before & some were new but always useful. Stay positive through all this. Thailand will recover when things return to normal. Any one who thinks otherwise you is fooling themselves.
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate, you too
@fin.i58683 жыл бұрын
I lived in Thailand....have Thai brother & Sister.... It's a beautiful country... culturally on another level to the west....show them respect and you will get the same in return you miss behave expect to be dealt with....Thailand is a safe country in comparison to the West ..... Have fun visit the temples...taste the amazing food.....and have a conversation with a bar girl they all have interesting stories to tell....I do miss Thailand
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Brilliant reply and thanks for sharing, well said!
@dannyho67863 жыл бұрын
you "do" miss it ? you don't just "miss it " ?
@esjonasam43 жыл бұрын
I've done all these mistakes with honor 😂😂🤣🤣, God bless your heart.
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Fair play mate, live and learn my man
@unionjack4703 жыл бұрын
Before I go back to the uk I always take 2500 baht with me ready for my return next time
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Yeah wise move mate
@davidr73673 жыл бұрын
Great idea. Somehow I always end up giving all my baht to the lady accompanying me to the airport.
@AJJJ-co2vd3 жыл бұрын
What does that mean? Are you trying to say always walk away before you lose your money at the casino
@scottmcinire933 жыл бұрын
Mistake # 1 don't stand with your back to on coming traffic. Some of them cars looked like they was close to running you down Trev. Glad you made it safe to finish your work. Great video Great information as I've come to expect from you. Thank You very much !❤️👍
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
You are correct mate but I was on a path this time
@scottmcinire933 жыл бұрын
@@Buzzinpattaya It must been camera lens looked like a couple cars was coming close , I was thinking ,(Damn Trev Look Out !) Is he going to get run over ??? Glad you made it 🤗
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Ah sorry mate, yeah I was safe this time unlike the previous video I walked along Pattaya Tai
@johnkhonkaen44613 жыл бұрын
You may think there is only 4 people in the bar when u ring the bell but girls will appear from no where...even the kitchen staff....happened to me....
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
lol, so true
@robertburnett55613 жыл бұрын
@@bigal2417 Thanks for your superiority. You must be great company. Yes.
@earicome3 жыл бұрын
My one little nugget of advice to the newer visitor is to not regularly pay for things by using up your smaller paper denominations and 5 and 10 baht coins. The most useful denominations are the 20 baht note and the 10 and 5 baht coins ,which will get you home and buy simple stuff from street vendors, visit to hong nam etc. You try paying for a baht bus with a larger 500 or 1000 baht note because you have no change and I have heard of the drivers just driving off. Also with motorbike taxi, they will always amazingly have no change if you are waving a note in there face. You can always get change from a 7/11, which will never be far away, just by buying a 7 baht bottle of water before you get onboard
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Great comment thanks for sharing mate, much appreciated
@buckeyeman_98333 жыл бұрын
Thanx Peter. These are the (simple) tips that make a vaca A vaca to enjoy! Cheers mate.
@earicome3 жыл бұрын
@@buckeyeman_9833 hey no worries just little things you pick up over the years that are easy to pass on. The other one for the new visitor would be totally disregard zebra crossings as a safe place to cross as they would be in the West. There is absolutely no guarantee that a car or motorbike will stop as you are crossing. In fact I have had vehicles pass me behind and in front as I have been crossing many times
@markm73483 жыл бұрын
Best rule I was taught before my first trip.... Leave your heart at the airport before you leave your country!! Pattaya is Disneyland for adults.
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
indeed
@matthewanderson62543 жыл бұрын
Haha. Yeah 4 sure. Reminds me of the old biblical Sodom and Gomorrah. Enjoy it while it lasts...😏
@gautamshroff81893 жыл бұрын
Love your videos. Truly appreciate your friendly and endearing demeanor. Cheers!!!
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate much appreciated
@jamesbond76063 жыл бұрын
Trev the biggest mistake I made was leaving Pattaya to come back to the UK
@michaeldenman92233 жыл бұрын
And going back isn’t going to be as easy as it was couple of years back ....
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
lol, many feel the same mate
@squiddlydeadly32243 жыл бұрын
19:40 Hey Buzz. I totally agree with your; "Be careful getting Mullered" (Pissed/Hammered/Wasted, etc.....) advice!! Definitely don't "Dress Up", in fact "Dress Down!!" No Watch. No rings. No Jewelry. Just a T-shirt and Shorts is all you need to get into almost any bar or club in Pattaya!! I actually take this advice a little further myself and take no cell phone and I always wear a plain no brand t-shirt with (definitely) no sign of my country of origin on it!!! Just leave them all guessing where your from!! I've found that your country of origin can work against you if its 'perceived' as a 'wealthy' country by the locals - so don't advertise it to them on your shirt!! Cheers Mate 👍🍺
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Great comment thanks for sharing mate, much appreciated
@johnclark79733 жыл бұрын
This sounds like amazing advice, thanks!
@buckeyeman_98333 жыл бұрын
Nice. Thanx for the incite. Didn't think of that one. Props to you Squiddly Deadly!
@johnsmith92463 жыл бұрын
I am only a recent viewer of your videos, but I can certainly say that it’s great to have the benefit of your obviously many years of experience. I am really enjoying them, a little bit envious of the beautiful warm weather you are having. I am slowly working my way through your videos, perhaps not necessarily in the right order, nevertheless, they are great. Thank you.
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing mate
@niagarawarrior96233 жыл бұрын
I visited Pattaya early last year at the very start of the Covid, although i did my research before hand some of these tips would have been helpful for a first time visitor like myself. I am now heavily considering coming back for several months (or longer) when things return to normal. i am definitely going go through your videos for more helpful tips.
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Great to hear!
@bertiebox93033 жыл бұрын
Not being able to say “no” is the biggest mistake you can make 🤣😂🤣😂
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
That is true lol
@dmarsland13 жыл бұрын
I agree with you Pattaya is a great place, but like all great places it attracts the best and the worst of all things. Remember use your common sense and you will enjoy yourself.
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
good shout
@brap58293 жыл бұрын
Pattaya hits hard. Missed connecting flight, took cab from bangkok, checked in got a shower ,went to one of those pharmacies Trevor talked about, and immediately 2 girls at same time. So you always and gotta and better be ready (for anything) it's way fun and make sure you got enough money..
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
haha good man
@AlanJones-wz5ey3 жыл бұрын
Another great video Trev, your enthusiasm and dedication to the cause is remarkable! I am desperate to come over to retire there next year, best wishes to all.
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate, hope you get out here soon
@jholleran613 жыл бұрын
My tip would be not to bother standing at the road crossings waiting for the traffic to stop. They were only put there to use up some left over white paint.
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
lol, love this mate, made me chuckle
@ljmaui3 жыл бұрын
Awesome video. Good advice. My main advice, especially for the new guys coming to Pattaya, Drink lots of water / Pace yourself. Pattaya can be a lot like Las Vegas, once you land its exciting and go go go, but with the heat comes dehydration. Thats my 2 cents. 8 )
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing
@MikeJones-bn3ng3 жыл бұрын
Best advice you gave on this vid was about getting really drunk. Yes we all do it on holiday, but good advice, take out what you can afford to lose. I once got really drunk and fell asleep about 1 minutes walk from my guest house on the walking St. A Thai person woke me up and I was completely robbed. Everything, my phone the wallet, cards the lot. I had leave stuff at the guest house and the manager gave me 300B to get back to Bangkok, i went back the next week a gave them 500b for my stuff back. A good lesson learnt.
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Mate am sorry to read this, so not a nice thing to happen
@petersensson88153 жыл бұрын
You can get really good exchange rates at Suvarnabhumi Airport. But you have to go down to the railway station below the airport. There you will get same or sometimes even better exchange rates than in Pattaya.
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Great shout mate cheers
@jamesh66963 жыл бұрын
Thank you for these videos. I've never been to Thailand, but I'm finding these videos very helpful.
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate, glad you enjoy them
@RogerThat7873 жыл бұрын
This guys channel is a must if you are traveling to Pattaya. Great work mate!
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much
@carcaridon3 жыл бұрын
I'm from sunny Queensland, but nearly every video I see regarding Thailand the sunshine is so bright and straight overhead it seems like its lunchtime all day long. Close to equator I'm assuming One of the many things I'd love to come to Thailand and enjoy. I certainly hope that the international borders open again soon. Even a quick two weeks considering ,what a 7,8 hr flight from Brisbane makes for the perfect mini break. I could save up for visits to many different cities and towns. Especially dirt bike tours up north,Chiang mai etc. I look forward to watching all your vids kind Sir. They are very clear and realistic,without crappy music,as to hear the environment also,makes me feel like I'm there. Thankyou
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing mate
@johnadams13473 жыл бұрын
Hey wether you like it or not you are a father figure to many with all your advice,,,cheers ,,,be safe Buzzin and thanku 🍻🍻
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Ah thanks mate
@papavictorromeo50793 жыл бұрын
In the basement level at the airport, next to the cityline train station entrance, they have money exchange boots offering the same rate as TT in Pattaya.
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate had no idea
@saaifonandysyoutubechannel413 жыл бұрын
Yes and can check out the rates before you arrive at super rich train station level airport.
@dazamanlad3 жыл бұрын
Then after you have been to super rich to exchange your money go back up one level to book your 129 bus to pattaya and while you are waiting for the bus next to the waiting area is a very cheap airport staff food hall which anyone can use !!! Sorted !!! Another hidden gem in the airport 👍👍
@papavictorromeo50793 жыл бұрын
@@dazamanlad I ussualy pre-book the bus to Pattaya from Bell Travel Service. After a short change into a minivan at their Pattaya office they bring their passengers to the hotel front door. Cost was 309 baht (last trip end of 2019)
@michaelg.18323 жыл бұрын
These money exchange booth are off the Airport property, so they give you a better rate of exchange...
@N172473 жыл бұрын
Brilliant video Trevor, I felt homesick when you passed the turning to the Levana hotel 😥 stayed there March 2020, very quiet but of a walk out but I enjoyed the walk, my mate didn't 😅. Fantastic tips from you, taxi numbers to book in advance 👍. I exchanged £50 into Thai baht in the UK before I came, glad I did it.
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it, thanks mate
@paulv52333 жыл бұрын
Good morning Trevor great informative points for the newbie visitors. I like to share a experience i a sad to say happened to me in Pattaya now as I told you before been visiting a very long time been traveling since 1978 the world so I should know better, About 12 years ago I was out on a night out by myself I love live music bars I had visit a few in Soi 7 and 8 then I decided to go to Walking Street to Visit some more up there and dance and have fun. I felt more drunk than I normally would I am not a big drinker ( unusual for an Irishman ) hehe but I think my drink might have been spiked I jumped on the a motor bike taxi to head home to hotel. Now I forgot completely that I was wearing the Large Thai gold neck chain I usually would never wear on a night out that my wife had given me ( big mistake ) going down a small darkish Soi another bike came up real fast with two guys one reached over and grab the chain it did not break at first I fell off the bike he still had his hand putting the chain I tried to get up but they both drag me till the chain link broke I was left bleeding, my bike taxi driver who had been talking on the phone on the trip back to the hotel piss off I sure he was in on it. I was not a very happy boy next day I should reported the incident to the police but at the time I thought the police would just think another drunk Farang but I could have used the incident reported to make a claim from my insurance. Second big mistake normally I am very careful, I am sure I was a marked man from earlier on in the night with the gold chain especially Thai gold I was very silly man. I return home to Australia a couple of days later to be greeted by my lovely Thai wife who was shocked when she seen my face and ams scratches nothing to serious but looked bad. She asked what happen I told her I was mugged (robbed) she said were was I said Pattaya she said i told you to be careful and then I had to tell her the gift she given me many years earlier was stolen she said does not matter only money once I was alright ( lovely wife ) very lucky guy to have her. I still felt so stupid for forgetting to take the chain off and put it in the safe, I like you Trevor always try a help new guys out to be careful about this and that if they want to take it and here I am after all these years going to Thailand making a big mistake. Anyway a lesson learnt I am still alive to tell the story guys just be careful no matter were you are. Most Thais are beautiful people but like everywhere in the world there are some bad ones as well. That’s my story take care Irish Paul
@genokemp24333 жыл бұрын
Paul ..so sorry to read your story mate ,but you have a Thai wife ,and she didn't warn you on this before hand 🤦♂️Mate ..even if i was a lottery winner i'd never wear expensive ...Anything 🤦♂️sorry just saying 😏
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
thanks mate and thank you for sharing your comment
@brianoregan53055 ай бұрын
Great info. Many Thanks. Hope to see you in the Buzzin Lounge sometime.
@Buzzinpattaya5 ай бұрын
I hope so too!
@10harryspurs3 жыл бұрын
Good quality, simple advice, particularly on the money front. To that I add, when you fold your money in your pocket, do so with twenty baht notes on the outside to help disguise how many larger denomination notes you have. Also, what you say about the sun is so true. Drink plenty of water, wear a hat or baseball cap and use plenty of suntan lotion. Make one mistake and get burnt and you'll spend days regretting it. One final tip which people can ignore or follow as they choose, when you are half way through the night start thinking of finding a last bar fairly close to where you are staying. That way your last stumble to bed isn't very far. Good luck.
@damienlee543 жыл бұрын
Excellent advice about the final bar bit there. Much appreciated
@10harryspurs3 жыл бұрын
@@damienlee54 You're welcome. Things change so fast in Pattaya that I won't bother recommending a bar other than to say I intend to explore Soi Buakhao a bit when next it's possible to travel without it feeling like a visit to the dentist!
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Great shout that mate, thanks for sharing
@christopherwolf20023 жыл бұрын
Great Advice. When I retire I will be coming back to Thailand. Last time I was there, I spent way to much on hotels. Spent 2 weeks at the Royal Cliff Beach Hotels. Last 7 days I was there I spent it at the Royal Wing Suite. Was about 3k U.S. The hotel was phenomenal and staff were excellent.
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
mate, far too much as ya said
@pauluk30273 жыл бұрын
Hi great vlogg , but about money at airport, there exchanges on level 2 are really bad, but if you go down to the very bottom level we’re the train goes from, there are green superich exchange and there exchange rates are as good as TT
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for the tips!
@duncanboard94523 жыл бұрын
Definately should do more videos like this mate. Despite being to Pattaya 3 times, there's a couple of things I learnt. Would be super helpful doing more videos like this for when the masses return, hopefully early 2022. Subscribed, cheers mate
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Thanks, will do!
@johnkhonkaen44613 жыл бұрын
Areca lodge....great location on soi Diana.... Nice place
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Nice one thank you mate
@unionjack4703 жыл бұрын
I agree John, have stayed many times, quiet and staff are very friendly
@stephensims2433 жыл бұрын
Definitely up for a bar crawl when we can return. After many trips to Thailand and Pattaya I am pleased to say I have never had a bad experience. I think as anywhere in the world if you behave respectfully you will be treated with respect.
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Nice one mate
@dalekennedy66412 жыл бұрын
I’ve made plenty of mistakes in Pattaya, I regret not one of them, oh I can’t wait to get back
@Buzzinpattaya2 жыл бұрын
Fair play mate
@alanbrudenell49183 жыл бұрын
A brilliant vlog Trevor I agree with all of them sound advice. You can get good rates at swampy but you only need to change enough for taxi on first trip then always take 4000 baht home ready for your return trip.
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate, much appreciated
@edwardfalcus70133 жыл бұрын
An important tip trev- do not take your passport out with you when you go out on the town, go to a kodak photo shop and get a laminated copy of passport (size apprx same as credit card cost 40baht) accepted by police etc
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Yeah good advice mate
@jerrybottoms53713 жыл бұрын
@@Buzzinpattaya p
@stuarthessinger41013 жыл бұрын
Great video Trevor for the upcoming first time traveler to Thailand and yes I made some of those mistakes. I totally agree with the TT exchange booths being the best rates. A tip for you if you want a bargain, send a Thai to buy it for you 👍
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate
@emcdonald69663 жыл бұрын
More a piece of advise is to pay your bin every hour or 2. (those little bits of paper can mount up to big $$ very fast when buying lady drinks. Also at Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) the Super Rich money exchange near the rail link enterance has been a good rate on my past visits
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Great shout
@mk-su9bm3 жыл бұрын
Very good advice, I have done few of these mistakes
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Glad it was helpful!
@birddog31303 жыл бұрын
a great tour guide, who has been there, and done that. thanks mate.
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@johnclark79733 жыл бұрын
Always great to hear how we can keep our head about ourselves and thus out of harms way. Especially for us first-timers! I was referring to the head on top of our shoulders to clarify. 555 bad joke.
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
hahaha in fact take care of both lol
@johnkhonkaen44613 жыл бұрын
Good rates at the airport if you go downstairs to the sky train...super rich is a good one. Not many people know this , it was 29 bhat to the dollar upstairs and 32 downstairs ...same as pattaya.
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for this
@austinpowers80983 жыл бұрын
Yep True my misses told me about this
@michaelsherman57863 жыл бұрын
Mistakes are usually the result lack of knowledge, thanks for educating everyone
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
No worries mate
@davidcoleman27963 жыл бұрын
I am from Toronto. We Canadians trust everyone . I have been ripped off a few times . Guatemala. Peru . One time in Egypt. I really need to learn. Thanks for the video .
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
The peril of a good natured heart mate
@davidcoleman27963 жыл бұрын
@@Buzzinpattaya well, my dad was from Liverpool. You would think I would know better . Lol
@LootGoblin41183 жыл бұрын
@@Buzzinpattaya , exactly.. been there done that, not quite so "easy" now, I have had my eyes opened a few times... ;)
@davidcoleman27963 жыл бұрын
@@LootGoblin4118i left a woman that I was with for week in my hotel room for 5 min . It was not till a week later that I released a $100 I had in my small backpack was missing. It was the one I carried when we went out . It is so easy to let your guard down after you have been sleeping with them .
@Stefan-ol9gi3 жыл бұрын
As always....great and helpful content....I like it very much!
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Thanks again!
@VictorLopez-nn8nx3 жыл бұрын
Love your videos. A topic for a video would be maybe the top 10 things to do in the city outside of the night life
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Agreed mate great suggestion and once things restart I will be out there for sure
@Lukatz3 жыл бұрын
Brilliant Video! Thank you for sharing 🙂
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it!
@AlexXanderMarketing3 жыл бұрын
Your advice on the sun came a bit late for me... I was sitting out on my balcony, not even in the direct sun (on an overcast day) and got fried to an absolute crisp. Hopefully this helps someone avoid similar.
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Mate it catches so many people out
@briannewton7083 жыл бұрын
thank mate your an honest guy i have a Thai partner she id a GM at macro so she has a great job and a very honest woman
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Nice one mate
@alanbud51813 жыл бұрын
The thing to do with taxis is to go Upstairs in the airport and find one that is just dropping somebody Off, then negotiate the price to your destination. You can get some pretty good deals because they would have to either go back empty, or get in line
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Great tip mate
@fposmith3 жыл бұрын
You should get a very good rate, as the last thing they want to do is deadhead.
@drinkslee3 жыл бұрын
Excellent video made loads of mistake in my life it’s all about learning and correcting your mistakes
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely mate, I know these as I did most myself lol
@drinkslee3 жыл бұрын
We all do it we can only learn 😹😹😂😹 I have
@mythai95933 жыл бұрын
Would slightly disagree on some points. As other people have stated Superrich in the airport is the best. Can't comment on airport taxis going to Pattaya but I get them to kanchanaburi and they are always cheaper than pre-booking. You say about only taking out cash but I would say always take a bank card, nothing worse than having a good time and running out of money. Keep up the good work 👍.
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Fair enough mate and thanks for sharing
@westtxgreg3 жыл бұрын
I've rung the bell several times watching some live streams from a few of the places in Pattaya. about 1,200 baht. Cheaper than going to the pub i figure. Ladies make a little money during the shutdown and I get some laughs. All good fun and easy to stop from the house. Maybe not so easy in person getting caught up in the moment.
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Fair play mate and yeah it helps the girls for sure.
@barryemery163 жыл бұрын
When I go to Pattaya, I do change £100 at the airport on arrival, mainly for the taxi and tips on first day etc. Reference accommodation, the Asia Pattaya is great value and just about 10 mins into city centre on a baht bus. Each tip is very good, it’s common sense really but alas, there are a lot of pitfalls travelling anywhere but like he says, Pattaya is an incredible place, there are some really nice genuine Thai people and once you get to know them, they will remember you year after year. There’s a beach bar at Asia Pattaya that is family run, Beer, Nit, Nut & Dah, they are a great family and the bar is great for delicious food and drinks. I love Pattaya and thoroughly recommend it, even more so if you are a golfer, some excellent deals on stunning courses.
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing mate
@Mh_2713 жыл бұрын
I always stay at sutus court 3 these days. Central location on bukhao, but the rooms are far enough back from the main road for it to be nice and peaceful . Great video Trevor .
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Great shout mate cheers
@wayneralph13513 жыл бұрын
About changing money, it wont kill you to change a hundred at the airport in Thailand, it will still be far better than using the exchange in uk Heathrow.
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Yeah that's for sure
@bluey59703 жыл бұрын
Good point about the taxis from the airport....apart from costing more they also haven't a clue where they're going in Pattaya. I learnt the hard way for a couple of years and now prebook my transfers and if you get a taxi instead of it being an 1 hr and 30 min trip it will take close to 2 hrs because they constantly stop to ask the motorbike taxis where the hotel is, the other mob I use take me straight from the airport to my hotel door non stop.
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
cheers mate thanks for sharing
@andycap18393 жыл бұрын
I get the bus from the airport cheaper than a taxi and your not going to get ripped off. There about 1 an hour.
@Alonehanders3 жыл бұрын
Never had any problems but I always wear proper shoes at night in case I have to run.
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
lol, love that
@MrR14Z677 ай бұрын
Love you and your vlog man.
@Buzzinpattaya7 ай бұрын
I appreciate that!
@petertestro18503 жыл бұрын
your spot on with seperating your notes i had a few one night and ended up at windmill.[best night ] and they were very happy with my tips under the flashing lights i was giving out 1000 baht instead of 100 baht notes. they look the same colour .cost me 5000 more than it should have but still remember that time there in 2019.cant wait to get back again . also i stayed out on thappara road cheeper and baht buses go past every few minutes or can walk into town if you feel like
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing mate and sorry you got caught out
@JE-gy4ew3 жыл бұрын
I used Bell Travel service last time I arrived. It's a bus or a minibus and not a taxi, but they will drop you at your accommodation. I don't remember the price now but it was very cheap. A good alternative to taxi.
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing
@edwinrodeo2 жыл бұрын
I’ve enjoyed your videos, common sense, & decent videos. Thanks 🙏
@Buzzinpattaya2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much
@joegiccominato74023 жыл бұрын
The tips you just said are exactly the same in Phuket, patong. The taxi ( tuk tuk ) are 100 baht in Phuket. Would love to come to Pattaya next time hopefully soon.
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate, if ya do hit me up
@joegiccominato74023 жыл бұрын
@@Buzzinpattaya defiantly will mate
@cuseyeti_one8three3 жыл бұрын
Phuket is infamous for its transit systems.
@murraywards26453 жыл бұрын
Good sound advise, to newbies, about ping pong clubs and the Russian bars. Best to keep away.
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate
@GerardoTrilobites3 жыл бұрын
in Pattaya Klang between Big C extra and Foodland is PLC languages with computer and many language courses: Thai, English and German. Also train to teach English TEFL.
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Yeah good school to be fair
@sriyer863 жыл бұрын
Even though I am a regular to Thailand, its good to learn something I never knew. Thanks Bro. I am from India, Mumbai
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Very welcome
@shotmegoo40323 жыл бұрын
A little late to the comments on this vid and it may have already been mentioned but one thing I do with the drinks bin is take out every drink ticket and look at it immediately after it is placed in. I let them see me doing it too. Unfortunately “padding” does occur in some bars and I have found that they just won’t risk it if they think you are keeping tabs on it. Also…as someone else mentioned, check bin regularly.
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
100% sound advice on the bin mate
@paulhoey29563 жыл бұрын
You are spot on about changing money at the airport,some guys take it a stage further and change there money at there home airport for an even lower rate.Cheers
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Yeah many as you said do this
@dazamanlad3 жыл бұрын
Go to the basement level underground at the airport to exchange money called super rich. Better rates than pattaya 👍
@nino1843 жыл бұрын
Something I would avoid is also telling it's your first visit to Thailand. I noticed they tend to ask you this every time in bars our massages and telling you just arrived, well that's a red carpet to make the scam happen
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
haha yeah, although they soon work out a newbie lol
@MiaogisTeas3 жыл бұрын
16:45 Holy crap TRT is exactly what I was going to ask you about. They look legit, thanks
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
No worries
@TheSkullfinder3 жыл бұрын
I always try and keep 5k baht plus from the Holiday before , as my Taxi money from the airport down to Pattaya , sometimes stop and buy some grub as well on the way down . Never use the airport exchange its well low .
@sodapopcurtis73963 жыл бұрын
I do the same, keep baht with me at the end of my trip for the next trip...makes it smoother for the next trip
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Thanks for sharing
@bluenosedeano3 жыл бұрын
Fair do’s trev it’s all good solid advice as everything you mentioned I’ve experienced out there 👍 street smart and self control I think are most important as Pattaya can chew you up and spit you out if you go all out party animal 🙏
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate
@bazab94953 жыл бұрын
The one word of advice I got from the owner of the hotel I first stayed at, he said, "what ever you do, do NOT go on the beach at night, especially if you're drunk".
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Sound advice, too many undesirable's out at that time lurking about
@stevebarclay32983 жыл бұрын
Great advice! All useful tips👍 Before I get on the plane,, I book a bus ticket that goes straight from the airport to Pattaya bus station, no stops, and then they minibus shuttle you straight to your hotel. 250 baht. Easy peasy! I’ll also change about 500 baht worth of my home currency before I leave so I don’t have to worry about exchange at the airport.
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Great comment thanks for sharing mate, much appreciated
@dmartin4903 жыл бұрын
My only add is RESPECT for rhe local people and their culture can't tell you how many times I have seen tourists be idiots
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
That is very true
@tommyj30713 жыл бұрын
some folks make all farangs look bad i always do my best to respect thai culture
@dmartin4903 жыл бұрын
I have been fortunate to travel and work in different countries never had a problem anywhere. Respect works
@carcaridon3 жыл бұрын
I've heard that some of the most important rules to know are 1,never show the bottom of your feet to Thai people 2,never ever touch their heads ( why would you touch anyones head ) 3 stop for the King when you see others stop to at certain times of the day 4, don't be too big of a tight a**e when paying for a meal or something that ain't too expensive ie what's $2.50 for a huge club sandwich and a cold beer. Can someone please elaborate on such rumours,thanks in advance
@baldybrian3 жыл бұрын
The baht buses are absolutely brilliant in Pattaya, this model, in my opinion, should be rolled out in all tourist destinations in Thailand. Thanks for all the useful tips!
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely
@JazzFunkNobby19643 жыл бұрын
Yes, they are one of the best things in Pattaya. So inexpensive and convenient. The 10 Baht fare has been the same for the past twenty years and probably longer. i almost always tip the driver.
@JS-fd5oh3 жыл бұрын
I probably missed very obvious glaring signs but it was very hard for me to figure out how they work, where their stops are, what their route is and how they know where I intend to get off when I ring.
@anuchakanyakamin25003 жыл бұрын
Wow into and things ppl need to know beforehand coming to parttaya or phuket.great video content mate..by the way I'm new here to your channel..
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Welcome aboard!
@Dewbs Жыл бұрын
22:08 I found the sun bit interesting because coming from Australia I found the sun extremely mild even though it was hot, it doesn’t have the same bite in it compared to Australia
@Buzzinpattaya Жыл бұрын
Cheers mate
@miserablecoconut363 жыл бұрын
great video, glad you didnt sugarcoat things, nice info too
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate
@MrTonytwosheds3 жыл бұрын
Loved this video, good tips, I must say the only one I was caught on was, getting invited to dinner and then find I am paying for them all. But all I can say is treat people with respect and you will get it back. I will come on a beer crawl with you when I am able to get over again. Still trying to find the Dark Side.
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Lol yeah they play that card a lot hahaha
@donaldlowery95763 жыл бұрын
Once rented a motorcycle and rode around in shorts. The wind kept me from knowing my legs were getting burned to hell. NUMBER ONE TIP WHEN YOU GO TO THAILAND ENJOY BUT DON'T FALL IN LOVE!!
@yorkiephil77443 жыл бұрын
A better holiday tip is simply don’t hire a bike - use baht buses, grab taxis or simply walk and in Bangkok use the excellent BTS and MRT.
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Ouch, bet that was a funny looking suntan lol
@toddday23793 жыл бұрын
Hello from Sylvan Lake, Alberta Canada 🇨🇦 Just found your channel not long ago. I like how you cover a lot of Subjects that is just every day information that is useful 👍I have been coming to Thailand 2 times a year for 5 years, but have never been to Pattaya. I am returning in December for 1 month and Pattaya is 1st on my list and hope to shareca beer with you. Keep up the Good Work and Stay Safe and Healthy 🙂🙂
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
thanks mate much appreciated
@up2ulivinginthailand7913 жыл бұрын
I made a huge mistake first trip, I didnt do much research and came for the fjords and snow skiing
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Lol made me laugh mate
@markhughes40883 жыл бұрын
That was nice reliving all my mistakes thanks for that Trev.555 . I once was offered a taxi in the airport and it was an unlicensed taxi I didn't realise at the time I became suspicious when it was hidden in a multi-storey car park and it was a shity old Toyota. security swooped on it when I was sat in the back and made me go and get a proper taxi.
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
lol, if it helps I only know about them as I fell for them all my self first lol
@jjsparksshow47729 ай бұрын
Great video king ❤❤❤❤❤
@Buzzinpattaya9 ай бұрын
Thank you
@chrismcdanel17433 жыл бұрын
Stay away from ping pong shows. Terrific advice from the guy who knows . Thanks love your channel.
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Thanks 👍
@danawick98173 жыл бұрын
Ok I have to ask what's a ping pong show lol
@chrismcdanel17433 жыл бұрын
@@danawick9817 A woman with the special ability to insert a ping pong ball in their vagina and shoot ping pong ball 4 or 5 ft at paying customer. Hope your not sorry you asked.
@chrismcdanel17433 жыл бұрын
@@stevefromscarborough6055 hahaha 😆 that would be some very high velocity thai p***y 👍🤙
@michaelbaker54243 жыл бұрын
Well done trev yet another great informative video keep it up carn't wait to meet up for a beer or too🍺🍺🍺🍺🍺
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Thanks mate, yeah be great to meet ya mate
@andycap18393 жыл бұрын
Always keep your eyes onn your bar bill so they don't add a few drinks onto it. Don't leave your drink. Alone then come back to it. Someone might drug you. Never use drugs in Thailand Always ask taxis /motorbike taxis how much before getting on . If you don't they will charge you double or more.
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Great comment thanks for sharing mate, much appreciated
@Stephen.Palmer_6663 жыл бұрын
All sound advice i reckon. Top video!
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Glad you enjoyed it
@nicholasarcher25033 жыл бұрын
As always Trev, good video and good advice. If you'll allow me to offer one of my own....13, Remember where you park your motorbike..........
@Buzzinpattaya3 жыл бұрын
Good tip mate lol lol
@ermd963 жыл бұрын
Hi Trevor, great advise as usual. I’ll just add another reason not to stay in the heart of the action. Don’t BF a lady from the bar across the street or downstairs from where you are staying, because if you return the next night with a different friend. That first friend will see it, and so will her friends, she’ll lose face and may become very jealous and may make life difficult for you. I stay in North Pattaya, quick access by Baht Bus or motorcycle taxi to Soi Buakhao or walking street and everywhere else in the city center. It’s quiet at night and no drama.