Pattaya Vacations – Beach and Island Holidays
Beaches and Islands in Pattaya
Sunshine and white sandy beach are two words associated with Pattaya. Located just 150km from Bangkok, Pattaya has evolved from a small fishing village to renowned international playground paradise. Today, it is boasts with distinctive beach resorts, with world class city status. It is said that Pattaya has everything for anyone, from leisurely-strolling-along-the-beach vacations to adventurous sports holidays pack with exciting, adrenaline boosting activities.
Pattaya Beach
Thai name Amphoe Bang Lamung, is the main beach in Pattaya. It boast a 3km long beach, divided to northern and southern sections. The northern beach is the favored spot for beach activities such as swimming, picnic, some water sports and relaxation, whereby the southern section of the beach is packed with entertainment, hotels, beach front cafes, restaurant, shopping malls, gift shops and pubs.
Hat Jomtien
This 6km long beach around headland of Pattaya is the must visit place for water sports lovers. It is especially famous for windsurfing. The coast is almost in straight line and is not as crowded as Pattaya Beach. Hotels and cafes are available along or close by the shore.
Ko Lan Island
A small island located only 8km away from Pattaya offering several serene white sandy beaches, namely Hat Ta Waen, Hat Laem Thian and Hat Thong Long. The notable beach is Hat Thong Long as it is facing coral reef and making it a great spot for snorkeling. For non-swimmer, the underwater world can be view by taking the glass bottom boat. There are daily ferries services or speed boat from Pattaya to Ko Lan. The journey would take 45 minutes by ferries and 20 minutes by speed boat.
Ko Phai is famous for scuba diving sports, known as one of the outstanding scuba diving area in Pattaya with superb coral reefs. This small island is 7km away from Ko Lan.
Ko Sak
Located only 600m away from Ko Lan, and is about 10km from Pattaya. This small island has 2 beaches and serves as an ideal place to escape from the busy hectic life. Accommodation are available in this island.