Pattaya traffic chaos...5 reasons why.

Phil aka Mr Egg, the boss of Le Pub, gives you 5 reasons why the traffic is so congested in Pattaya, Thailand.
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[@LePubPattaya]

I forgot to add, another reason there is so much traffic in Pattaya is the motorcycles delivering 7/Eleven and takeaway food orders. Thais used to walk to the shops, not any more.

[@hachimaru295]

add the deleivery of thai friendly girls to hotels and voilà

[@somtamsomchai4642]

Why do so many people buy bulky pickups (light trucks, 2 and a half door)? Because they are cheaper with lower sales tax. You get more bulk for the buck. And they run Diesel engines with low standard for exhaust cleaning. Ridicolous policy. Originally meant for the farmers, layman, delivery they now clog small cities all over. Clog parking garages with those. They are ugly and combined with excessive import tax Thailand has some of the most boring/dull car scenery on the roads. You have to go to the rich hot spots to see nice fancy cars. Most of those 4x4 are modfied from the pickup. Have rigid rear axle with leaf springs!!

[@LePubPattaya]

Not a car guy so I can’t say I’ve ever looked at a car other than something that gets me from A to B. Thanks your comment.

[@markwick7898]

That’s true on ghosts my partner in realestate just had another farang drop dead , so once police reports etc the realestate girls get stuck with the problem… so they have to get new mattress etc paint clean of course they get others todo it …. But that’s how it is , now two weeks passed I said how did police report go etc she goes all done and today I give to another agent , ….. I said what it’s ready to rent again , she goes yes but I not go back ghost in room 5555555 the one time a Thai girl will run from money is when ghosts involved…. It took me three days to calm her down and she ended up renting it ….. sounds a bs story , I agree but that’s how it is with Thais

[@LePubPattaya]

Non Thais will never understand their genuine fear of ghosts. And don’t ever question it with them. You’ll loose.

[@littlebootsxxiv6871]

My current annual travel insurance specifically excludes riding a motorcycle.

[@LePubPattaya]

Yes. It’s pretty common over her. My insurance is for 100k per motorcycle crash BUT , I can have many crashes as I like every year.

[@markwick7898]

Phil recommends motor bike taxie, I will put a caveat on that , I would not after dark , risk goes up ten fold , day yes night I prefer bolt as safety ….. drunks or water on roads etc

[@LePubPattaya]

You rarely hear of taxi having smash. You hear drunk Thais and holiday makers.

[@markwick7898]

Bolt is the go , that’s why not many taxis left … on app you get choice , taxis, bikes , lady drivers for those ladies travelling, about 6 options , all diff prices, now if price 87 b just round up to 100 it’s cheap enough…. Pratumnak before covid to central festival used to be 200 b in air con car now 90 bolt 5 years later so have a heart guys if slow traffic give 120 but please don’t ask for small change back they are a good service and better then old taxis mafia so support system

[@LePubPattaya]

I have had some bad experiences with Bolt, not arriving, arriving at the wrong place or arguing over price. And then, stuck in a traffic jam. I just prefer the simplicity of the bike.

[@markwick7898]

Yer I hear u , I aways pay up front with 20 b tip , sometimes quick sometimes slow , but they can’t and don’t say anything after that lose face so they wear it

[@markwick7898]

On topic of face Phil is correct again , my drivers from airport I use all have massive ford Everest, I used to say great for me but too much in fuel for driving business… illogical, of course I never said that but their answer always is ohhhh comfort for driver etc , basically excuse to drive massive car with just me in it , I pay 1500 but I have regular driver as couple times per month yearly, u can book online for 1000 it’s cruel give more than that tolls petrol have a heart , the reason it’s that cheap it’s supposed to be a one off deal then when u say I like your service they will say can use all the time 1500 etc near enough, poor work model because most farang will abuse that system, I fly enough and sit next to enough people in airports to hear their stories that get pleasure in telling me about their homes in Sydney worth 3 mil and how they screw over the Thais , I find it sickening I’ve heard it all , their good people Thais they can be treated appropriately on my standards

[@LePubPattaya]

I get the bus 143฿ mate. 555

[@markwick7898]

@@LePubPattayayour not 6/5 195 and a bad back

[@neildutton8077]

"Artillery Roads"....you sure you're not an Arsenal fan?😁

[@LePubPattaya]

555 wooops

[@ian3902]

I like your walkabout videos for their content of course but I also play a game to see how quickly I can identify where you are 😂

[@LePubPattaya]

I shall try to make the next one harder. Thanks for watching.

[@karimfarangfromthejungle6027]

I can’t see anywhere to join the channel so I can view the private videos…

[@LePubPattaya]

Thanks Karim kzbin.info/door/WJdY2syYcjA6CorQycVJ8gjoin

[@cryptorocketeer]

Man Utd v Man City today mr egg. I would choose the taxi over the motorcycle because of the dangers on the Thai roads, I'm pretty sure many others agree.

[@LePubPattaya]

Yes, I agree many would agree. But I’ve been lucky and never had a problem. I never hear of taxi guys crashing, always drunk Thais.

[@kevinkeogh6646]

It was really cool meeting you and enjoying Le Pub first the first time last night 😊 thank you

[@LePubPattaya]

Was that you Kevin. Thanks mate.

[@kevinkeogh6646]

@@LePubPattaya thank you for the guidance regarding hotel. Offered some options to the boss (missus). Have ended up in the Siam Design for the last 4 nights of the trip. Hope to pop in to Le Pub again before I leave.

[@LePubPattaya]

@@kevinkeogh6646let me know how you got on.

[@michaelhowitt1318]

Mr egg What Pavements ?

[@LePubPattaya]

There are a few

[@tonymatthews2344]

really true, i always get a Bolt motorbike from Le Pub to Milk

[@LePubPattaya]

The is super lazy 😍😍😍😍

[@llttf]

You make some valid points

[@LePubPattaya]

Thank you.

[@thethrillofpattaya8404]

**Great little video Boss!** Traffic is Crazy in Pattaya. I'm sure that during the hours of darkness the percentage of drivers under the influence of drugs or alcohol is HIGH. Those Facts coupled with the FACT that a person is 60 TIMES more Likely to DIE in a traffic accident on a motorcycle vs an automobile is The Precise reason I choose BOLT Every time! I didn't move to Thailand to die---I came here to Live!

[@LePubPattaya]

I don’t have the statistics, but I’m sure more die in more ni busses than any other public transport. Motorcycle guys ride bikes for a living. They are good drivers.

[@thethrillofpattaya8404]

@@LePubPattaya Being on a motorcycle is Super Dangerous! No matter how good the driver...it is "the nature of the beast". Totally exposed. I have a sister who is disabled from a motorcycle accident. She was standing still at a traffic light and was rear ended! If she had been in a car, she would have spilled her coffee! Just sayin'.

[@LePubPattaya]

So sorry to hear about your sister.

[@goldplatedbear2693]

I love motorbike taxis.

[@LePubPattaya]

Most of the time I do too.

[@goldplatedbear2693]

@@LePubPattaya I think they a really good way to experience Pattaya on them.

[@Kevin60611]

It's the same in North America. Why does anyone need the huge pick up that is not a working vehicle. All for show.

[@LePubPattaya]

I’m not from there but I guess the American dream was always the big car.

[@nigelwilliams9307]

It's the same all over the world..people want big flashy cars to show off in. Some of the worst offenders are in the UK.

[@LePubPattaya]

Yes. I’ve always seen a car as something that gets me from A to B. Not a status symbol. I’ve got a bar in Pattaya not a flash car 55555

[@nigelwilliams9307]

@@LePubPattaya One of my wealthiest friends in London drives a 10 year old Ford KA. I knew another multi-millionaire who drove a 15 year old Mini. It's often people with low self-esteem who feel the need to drive around in flashy cars.

[@LePubPattaya]

@@nigelwilliams9307I must have great self esteem then. 😀😀😀

[@somtamsomchai4642]

Called a girl to Soi Buakhao (Treetown) on a rainy Saturday evening. She then told me that she is on Phratumnak Soi 5!. First she waited long to get a Bolt and in total took about 40 minutes for 3.5 km!! Next point on the checklist: ask beforehand where she is and how she wants to come :>) Don't believe you can easily get a BOLT when it's rainy and/or traffic is clogged.

[@LePubPattaya]

Yes, or just don’t call a girl to meet you. They always mess up.

[@staguar]

A motorbike taxi was the only way I was able to get around during songkran.

[@LePubPattaya]

I’m so sorry I had to put up with Songkran.

[@MisterMitchMM]

Great walk and talk Phil. Nice to see you. Thank you 🙏

[@LePubPattaya]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@doorway57]

You mention "face". Is this something a Thai will talk about? If I asked a Thai to explain it to me, will they do so or get offended?

[@quemalcy]

Similar to "keeping up with the Joneses" as far as material things are concerned.. The bar girl side of it is just fake jelousy,envy n selfishness. . Its their ploblem not ours..555 . Lost count of how many youtubers say only to take one girl from bar because if you take a different girl from same bar the next night the first girl will loose face .. I do it alot , never had a ploblem . Sometimes 4 or five from same bar on different nights if the girls are to my taste.. Like i said its not our ploblem .

[@LePubPattaya]

No Thai person should get offended at explaining their culture. They probably don’t even real realize it’s a thing it’s just in their DNA.

[@LePubPattaya]

I’ve took several girls from the same bar as well, in the old days. It can turn nasty. You’ve been charming and lucky. Well done.

[@nicbing2598]

@@LePubPattaya uuhh ,...I've took ? no wuckinfunder Thai don't speak ok english !

[@kal77uk]

Saving face is an Asian/Muslim trait, its not unique to Thailand.

[@theguvnorjasonwareham]

Hello mate me and Emma sending our love be back next year mate all the best 👍

[@LePubPattaya]

Same to you both.

[@137dylan]

I know someone who's lived in Pattaya for many years and is now making serious $$ online, like $50k pm. They're talking about getting a supercar like a Ferrari or Lambo...but I told them it'd be almost impossible to safely drive it in central Pattaya. If the awful roads don't do it in, another motorist will!

[@LePubPattaya]

Glad he’s doing well, but a sports car is 100% face and status and not practical.

[@yuwaree69]

I use motorbike taxis most of the time, and over 73 holidays since 1988 have never been involved in an accident. Mostly it's the girl or girls in tow who want to use Bolt. Another aspect of "face"; arriving somewhere in a car instead of walking or taking a motorbike taxi. One exception was visiting Paul Patterson's restaurant in Soi Yensabai by car because that soi was always clogged with Kuwaiti motorbike racers.

[@LePubPattaya]

Hello Alan. Yes, that restaurant was hard to find.

[@simon89767]

Brilliant video, I drive quite a lot for my job so not having to drive for 2 weeks is one of the best parts of coming on holiday.

[@LePubPattaya]

Happy holidays! Simon.

[@bigbopper6311]

born in Southend, Essex, I remember the charabanc outings. Indians walk in the road as the pavements are used by sacred cows. great job.

[@LePubPattaya]

Is this really true?

[@quemalcy]

I trust the motorbike taxis , they been riding on them since they were born ..If you dont want them to drive like Rossi , just ask them to go slow .. Cha cha krap .. And ask for a helmet if you want one .

[@LePubPattaya]

This.

[@PakhwanFromTexas]

Very informative video with interesting perspectives, as usual. 👍 I traveled a lot on the back of a motorbike. It was routinely the most frightening experience while I was there. Everyone's horror stories has me second guessing using them though.

[@LePubPattaya]

Thanks for sharing mate, but I don’t have a horror story only nearly 30 years of no problems. I think it’s the quickest way to get from A to B

[@JohanStenvall]

I hope to coming back to le pub soon . The best bar in pattaya i think / johan from sweden

[@LePubPattaya]

So lovely Johan.

[@kevininsiam]

When you take a motorbike taxi ride in vietnam, i swear to god your hair will grow back, (not guaranteed)😅

[@LePubPattaya]

I will only go if it makes your d**k bigger. That’s the only thing I want to change about myself 😍

[@GioMixMusic]

always entertaining chat from mr egg - by the way, remind me not to walk behind you cause all the soi dogs come out when u stroll the pavement

[@LePubPattaya]

They love me, don’t they?

[@maxmj2706]

Second road was still driving both ways in the 90’s

[@LePubPattaya]

Yes. I don’t remember myself, but have seen videos of it.

[@bman7956]

Hi Phil, how much is the draft Guinness a pint in in Le Pub? Cheers

[@LePubPattaya]

Sorry but I don’t ever talk prices online. It’s not cheap, if that’s any help.

[@bman7956]

@@LePubPattaya oh that's fine Phil completely understand.

[@sidecar7714]

First time ever hearing the demonym of Bangkok.👏

[@LePubPattaya]

I’m sorry I don’t understand your comment

[@sidecar7714]

@@LePubPattaya The demonym of someone from Liverpool is Liverpudlian. I didn’t know what the demonym of a person from Bangkok was because I’ve never heard anyone say it. That’s all.☮️

[@LePubPattaya]

@@sidecar7714now I understand. Thank you.

[@soobturbo2006]

Never rode a scooter until the last time I was in Ptown. I rented one and had so much fun going from a to b and it was only 2000baht for three weeks. It also allows you to go where you want when you want.

[@LePubPattaya]

Yes, I s long as you drive safely and responsibly it’s the best way.

[@soobturbo2006]

@@LePubPattaya and when I came to your bar I couldn’t find a place to park so your ladies came out and had people move so I had a spot! Great bar!

[@LePubPattaya]

@@soobturbo2006good to see them looking after the customers

[@ingwisingwis8336]

The “little fishing village” officially has 120,000 registered residents. However, the real number of people, including foreigners and unregistered Thais, staying there every day is between 300,000 and 400,000 people. Nobody wants to walk there. Bolt on two wheels can be a nerve-wracking experience, if I don't ride my own scooter I ALWAYS order a car.

[@LePubPattaya]

Fishing village AT HEART. Thus , why the roads are congested. You are entitled to your opinion and I think most agree with you, but I’d rather get there quickly.

[@kholui]

I would use motorbike taxis often when in Asia, but then I discovered that many travel insurance policies will not cover you for them. So I don't risk it anymore.

[@Feier_Salamander]

I have never seen that it is excluded in a travel insurance. At least here it is not, so do not state that as a fact plz.

[@kholui]

@@Feier_Salamander I state it because people should check what their insurance covers before getting on motorbikes - either as a rider or a passenger, and policies are usually specific in how they apply (or not) in either case. On my last trip to Asia (Thailand included), I asked my insurer directly, Aviva, if I was covered in the event of an accident as a passenger on a motorbike taxi. They were very firm in that it wasn't. If it's not clear in your terms, it's worthwhile asking your insurer beforehand if you intend to use them.

[@Feier_Salamander]

@@kholui Yes, I know what you intended, and that is ok. I just want to critisize the "many travel insurance policies will not cover you", because that is a broad statement that may be true in your country, but may be different in the rest of the world, and then I would state "many travel insurance policies will cover you".

[@LePubPattaya]

Every policy is different, but as I understand it, many policies won’t cover you, if you are driving. However, you are a passenger.

[@Feier_Salamander]

@@LePubPattaya I can only speak for german travel policies. Looking at some of them, I found no policy that does not cover that, and yes I read the fineprint. But still I would never say "Most if not all policies cover it", because I know that these varies from country to country.

[@paulsmith2552]

Those motorbike taxis are Robbing pri_ks😢

[@LePubPattaya]

Sorry you feel that way. I’ve had one or two issues at times, but if you can fix the price before you start, it’s never a problem. Generally over the many decades I’ve been here. I don’t get too many problems. I hear enough problems from people who order taxis from ridesharing applications that cancel or complain about The fair that they have to charge. I would say they are being more unfair than the motorbike Taxi guys. But everybody’s different and I’m sorry that you’ve had a bad experience or two.

[@garynixon8420]

They are going to move bars away from second road to 3rd road look at the marquee bar and surrounding bars that will have to close because they want the land

[@LePubPattaya]

Not town planning, just commerce. There is no plan to move any bars from anywhere to anywhere. Land is high value there and I guess the cheap Charlie prices don’t pay big rent.