Lived here a year and a half and I get tons of great tips from Rides 4 Kickz videos. I somtimes do laundry in the Otteri on Soi Buakhao but the food vendors in front now exhaust all their charcoal cooking smoke right into the laundermat. I'll try the Orange place you mentioned. Lucas you are a gentleman and a wealth of helpful information. Thanks !! Regards from Mal
From experience I can speak highly of Farang Thai Visa. They were a great help in applying for my Retirement Visa. Angie's Taxi service is dependable, and I use them not only for myself but for friends who visit here. I trust her service to pick them up which is important when they are making their first visits here. And I have had a shirt tailored by Lucky and I will have more done in the future with him.
Got to admit I have not been following as closely as before I became an ex-pat but the high quality of your videos and the content has not dropped, if anything it has increased. Must resume following more closely!
I really enjoy your practical vlogs for living in Thailand... Yes OYO is a good lodging company for budget travel. I found their properties in the Philippines were quite pleasant clean and and comfortable from $11 to $15 a night.. Very consistent across the board.
Always good information. Thanks to you I've used Angie taxi and farang visas. Both very good. I'm moving permanently at the end of the year. To Banksaray.
You giving the big up on Businesses big or Small Speaks volumes for itself Lucas 👍The guy on the bikes(like i know 🤦♂)on beach rd where it would be the prime place to rip people off ..i wish him continue success and all that you mention 🙏❤I remember looking from my Areca Room seeing These massive Balcony's over the Soi thinking what's that place and how much .Love The Areca the times i stayed there 😁
Alright Lucas your the man loaded with help information. I've always been a fan of your vlog but I slipped away for a while. Good to see you up and in action , Always your fan😊👍
Excellent Review. I had to write down everything , Couldn't remember everything. It was a fast review , which I liked. You got right to the point about everything,🙏🙏🙏👍Thanks
One of your best video's for me, everything you would need is on here and the visa info will no doubt be popular......i have down loaded this one for future reference.....thanks
Parts 1 & 2 Are Good Videos.👍👍 A video covering logistics & tech respectively, will be incredibly helpful, e.g. Fiber Optic vs WIFI, E-Sim vs Regular Sim Cards, Phone/Data Plans, Best/Cheapest Options For Calling Abroad, Outlet Converters, Receiving Items From Customs, Handling Mail Holds/Forwarding, etc... Thank You!
I stay at the Hilton during my many trips to Pattaya and Mr. Deen is right outside on Beach Road sitting on the curb. I rented from him (scooters not big bikes) a few times. Great guy. I also have used Angie for many years for transport from the airport, and Pattaya to Bangkok. Never any problems. Make sure to give them a nice tip. I used to Stay and Avani when it was the Marriott. Nice property and great pool. I second your recommendations.
Great vlog location Lucas, the Howell's would be so happy! Looking closely at the attention to detail in the hut is a credit to your Darlings many skills!!!!
playlist would be a bonza idea .... again great vlog cobber ... the price on the OYO hotel is great value ... never stayed there but will recommend it to people that want to visit Pattaya .... thanks heaps and I will have a green Guinness for you today (St Patricks day)!!!
Great video. I liked and subscribed. Question for you. I am coming to pattaya for a month in early april. Im pretty sure central pattaya is where im going to stay. Any recommendations on Apartment buildings to stay through airbnb. I have seen THE EDGE, THE BASE which all look very good but everything seems to be 35-40 sq meters. Any other recommendations. Im going to book soon. Just a little wary about staying in the hotel rooms with all my stuff and someone coming in while im gone. I dont need a missing laptop etc etc. also ,,im a single guy and i like the places i see in JOMTIEN but want to be where the actions is. Thanks
Thanks, Lucas. This information is right on time. I am retiring and coming back to Pattaya (twenty years in the planning) sometime in June or July, I'm already a member of the VFW there. (That reminds me: Could you do something about organizations that would be of interest to farangs?)
Great idea ... a list of all the organizations, associations, clubs, etc (American Legion, VFW, Moose, Elk, Kiwanis, Shriners, Odd Fellows, Eagles, Owls, Scottish Clans, Druids, etc) in the Pattaya area that cater to Western Farangs.
I just asked him about VFW in Thailand a week ago, great timing. I was curious as to what activities they do locally. Did you transfer your membership from a US Post? Congratulations on your upcoming retirement and move to Thailand.
Something that put me off of the LK Metropole was the terrible smell of the towels in my room. It may just be that I do not like the smell of the detergent that they use there but you have a nice shower to feel fresh and clean and then have to dry off with a smelly towel 😩
Could please recommend a dental services provider in the area for major dental work such as dentures, tooth extraction, implants, etc? Preferably the best in the area? Either Pattaya or Bangkok. Thank-you!
Hello Some time ago you had a video about a cafe, restaurant that only served diabetes friendly food.. what was it called and where is it located. Thank you very much.
Top centre optical is fantastic, and I visited from Lat Krabang and I tried to get a taxi there from Pattaya bus station and no driver knew the address, so I phoned him, and he came and picked me up, I chose and got sorted with new frame and lenses then he took me back to bus station, and he did the same when I collected my order one week later. That is what I call service. Forgot to say I got coffee and cakes whilst there also.
With all the loud motorcycles and smoking pickups, one has to wonder if the inspections are enforced. Many Thai will upgrade their headlights without aiming them and blind oncoming traffic. Never assume other drivers have anything more than the required minimum instance. Also, read the fine print of any insurance policy. You will be surprised by the high deductibles and vehicle replacement limits. Even if the policy states a coverage cap, they will never pay it! If repairs exceed 70% of the maximum coverage amount, they will total the vehicle, leaving you to payoff the difference.
Good vid... I must say the opening of laundry mat/machine places in the last 1-2 yrs has been prolific! and very welcome... They are everywhere now... I also recently used AA insurance broker for medical insurance, very helpful... *knock on wood* hopefully never have to use it... but better safe than sorry (esp if immigration changes the ret visa req to require it)... Don't really use a broker for Visa services... (but that will change if the dreaded TAX requirements start being enforced).... Speaking of which... Would like to see some *trusted* tax account places/services if that comes to pass... Cheers...
Very good information, Lucas! I definitely need the visa service in a few months. And interested in transportation when I move there as well. Have to find temporary housing until I find a condo or apartment to rent. I also watched your food video, so please keep them coming. Thanks 😊
Hey, Lucas...last year I stayed at the Pattaya Blue Sky on Soi 5 and truthfully, it was fantastic. Check it out...I paid less than $20/night and it is a less than three minute walk to Beach Road.
Lan does alterations and repairs, she has people dropping off clothes almost daily. There is a shoe repair right next to the optical shop I featured but not sure about shines.
Ok smart guy. Say Im staying in a hotel in Jomtien and im out near soi bukkhao or somewhere in the middle of pattaya, and then all of the sudden, I NEED to find a restroom. And i mean the number two is coming and it might just rival something the usa dropped on japan. Where is the best public spot to rest my buns for the festivities?
Say I contacted you or tried to couple of weeks ago letting you know that my wife and I are in Thailand in Bangkok now up in Roya heading home to Bangkok tomorrow trying to see if you’re available the next couple of weeks may determine if we come down to Patia
Be forewarned! Rudy's Motorcycle place - DOES NOT accept Credit cards. - I purchased an expensive item there before my Thai bank account was fully funded. I was shocked that he didn't accept C Cards. -- He said he had a bad experience a few years back. (All businesses have bad experiences.. It is the cost of doing business.) If you carry the equivalent of thousand+ USD, in cash, no problem, else bring cash (or digital transfer).
Oyo has very volatile prices. Sometimes it is $11 a night and sometimes $21. It is more like a warehouse than a hotel, they have many, many packages all over.
1:33 this Lady i see in Thaifriendly-Lol.14:20 this a Mafia Shop.100-200% more expensive Lazada.Bolt Taxi Service the best. Have feeling,this Video from you,is for sponsor your life???
The best channel about Thailand Pattaya because culture in front. Thanks
Lived here a year and a half and I get tons of great tips from Rides 4 Kickz videos. I somtimes do laundry in the Otteri on Soi Buakhao but the food vendors in front now exhaust all their charcoal cooking smoke right into the laundermat. I'll try the Orange place you mentioned. Lucas you are a gentleman and a wealth of helpful information. Thanks !! Regards from Mal
From experience I can speak highly of Farang Thai Visa. They were a great help in applying for my Retirement Visa. Angie's Taxi service is dependable, and I use them not only for myself but for friends who visit here. I trust her service to pick them up which is important when they are making their first visits here. And I have had a shirt tailored by Lucky and I will have more done in the future with him.
Got to admit I have not been following as closely as before I became an ex-pat but the high quality of your videos and the content has not dropped, if anything it has increased. Must resume following more closely!
Another great and informative video. Happy Saint Patricks Day to you and Lan.
Brilliant videos love every episode, thanks
Well put together and helpful , Loucas.
Great video Lucas
You are the best, very helpful and full of knowledge. Thank you!
Thanks Timothy
Fantastic! Thanks for helping out the newbies 🙂
I enjoyed today's episode of the hotel review and food review. Thank you Lou for the video.
Another great video! Let's ride somewhere!!!!
I really enjoy your practical vlogs for living in Thailand... Yes OYO is a good lodging company for budget travel.
I found their properties in the Philippines were quite pleasant clean and and comfortable from $11 to $15 a night.. Very consistent across the board.
Always good information.
Thanks to you I've used Angie taxi and farang visas.
Both very good.
I'm moving permanently at the end of the year.
To Banksaray.
You giving the big up on Businesses big or Small Speaks volumes for itself Lucas 👍The guy on the bikes(like i know 🤦♂)on beach rd where it would be the prime place to rip people off ..i wish him continue success and all that you mention 🙏❤I remember looking from my Areca Room seeing These massive Balcony's over the Soi thinking what's that place and how much .Love The Areca the times i stayed there 😁
Got to agree about the Avani
Stayed there last year ....was great!
Like staying in a tropical oasis in the middle of pattaya
Absolutely, yes well said.
Alright Lucas your the man loaded with help information. I've always been a fan of your vlog but I slipped away for a while. Good to see you up and in action , Always your fan😊👍
I used Angie taxi to Koh Chang and back. Excellent cars and great safe drivers
yes I've used her several times from Patts to Swampy and vice versa, very good service
Thank you, I'm on my way to Maithai motorbikes now.🙂
I’ve enjoyed these to the point speed recommendations from someone who lives in the area and uses the services
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That was an excellent video Loucus. Very informative
Hey Lucas , another great Vid full of Great information good stuff Cheers Chris
Thanks Chris
Thanks for the all the updates in Pattaya, I have used Frang Thai Visa and Hospital. Thanks for all the updates again. Take care
Very Welcome Carleto 👍
Hi Lucas, another great video, from the font of knowledge.👍
Excellent Review. I had to write down everything , Couldn't remember everything. It was a fast review , which I liked. You got right to the point about everything,🙏🙏🙏👍Thanks
Welcome Denny 👍
You continue to deliver Louie great info yet again mate 👍
Very useful information Lucas. Thanks 👍🏻
Loucous
Good day ! Thank you
Good stuff, Lucas! Thanks!
One of your best video's for me, everything you would need is on here and the visa info will no doubt be popular......i have down loaded this one for future reference.....thanks
Cool, Thanks 👍🙏
Very Useful Information! Thx Man 👍
Enjoy watching your channel im. From America California the bay area. Go. 9ers. 55555
Parts 1 & 2 Are Good Videos.👍👍 A video covering logistics & tech respectively, will be incredibly helpful, e.g. Fiber Optic vs WIFI, E-Sim vs Regular Sim Cards, Phone/Data Plans, Best/Cheapest Options For Calling Abroad, Outlet Converters, Receiving Items From Customs, Handling Mail Holds/Forwarding, etc... Thank You!
Thanks, Good Information 😊
I can always count on you to get around Pattaya.
Great stuff, a lot of helpful info for expats coming to pattaya, just your usual entertaining and useful video👍🏼
Thank you for the very informative details we will be traveling to Pattaya next month.
Enjoy your week 🥰
Safe Travels Rose 👍👍
Always interesting informations!
Excellent info in a no fluff fashion. Thanks
Glad you enjoyed it!
I like that 3 wheel electric trike you showcased the other night 👍
Great info Lucas. Makes coming back to Pattaya so much better 🙏🙏thank you.. roll on October
Have fun!
I do love helpful staff. 😉
Cheers mate,
🙂
I stay at the Hilton during my many trips to Pattaya and Mr. Deen is right outside on Beach Road sitting on the curb. I rented from him (scooters not big bikes) a few times. Great guy.
I also have used Angie for many years for transport from the airport, and Pattaya to Bangkok. Never any problems. Make sure to give them a nice tip.
I used to Stay and Avani when it was the Marriott. Nice property and great pool.
I second your recommendations.
Very cool! 👍
Good info Lucas! Thanks
Dang! I need to retire sooner rather than later! Thank you for the updates, Lucas!
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That tv at the LK Metropole is older than my bar fines.
😂
😂🤣😂
55555
Great vlog location Lucas, the Howell's would be so happy!
Looking closely at the attention to detail in the hut is a credit to your Darlings many skills!!!!
Absolutely
Great video and info Lucus is there a part 3 thanks
thanks for the recommendations. Have a good one!
You too Paul
playlist would be a bonza idea .... again great vlog cobber ... the price on the OYO hotel is great value ... never stayed there but will recommend it to people that want to visit Pattaya .... thanks heaps and I will have a green Guinness for you today (St Patricks day)!!!
Great information, keep up the great work 👌👍
Thanks 👍
Thank you Lucas. Happy St Patricks Day.
Same to you 👍
Thanks again! Good info. I hope you guys have a good week:)
Thanks Matthew
One stop you tube channel.
Happy St Patty's Day Lucas!
Same to you
Very useful. Any more tips for high end hotels, anyone?
Ok la thanks
Great video. I liked and subscribed. Question for you. I am coming to pattaya for a month in early april. Im pretty sure central pattaya is where im going to stay. Any recommendations on Apartment buildings to stay through airbnb. I have seen THE EDGE, THE BASE which all look very good but everything seems to be 35-40 sq meters. Any other recommendations. Im going to book soon. Just a little wary about staying in the hotel rooms with all my stuff and someone coming in while im gone. I dont need a missing laptop etc etc. also ,,im a single guy and i like the places i see in JOMTIEN but want to be where the actions is. Thanks
Did I miss it? I didn't see a dental recommendation?
Lk Metropole is in need of an update/ refresh.... IMHO
Thanks, Lucas. This information is right on time. I am retiring and coming back to Pattaya (twenty years in the planning) sometime in June or July, I'm already a member of the VFW there. (That reminds me: Could you do something about organizations that would be of interest to farangs?)
Great idea ... a list of all the organizations, associations, clubs, etc (American Legion, VFW, Moose, Elk, Kiwanis, Shriners, Odd Fellows, Eagles, Owls, Scottish Clans, Druids, etc) in the Pattaya area that cater to Western Farangs.
I just asked him about VFW in Thailand a week ago, great timing. I was curious as to what activities they do locally. Did you transfer your membership from a US Post? Congratulations on your upcoming retirement and move to Thailand.
I always say, the best time to move here is in June or July, God Speed 👍👍
Something that put me off of the LK Metropole was the terrible smell of the towels in my room. It may just be that I do not like the smell of the detergent that they use there but you have a nice shower to feel fresh and clean and then have to dry off with a smelly towel 😩
Went seen Lucky in November. Will go see him again in August
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do you need an IDL to rent a 125cc? Do you need to show anything in case you get pulled over at all? I got a driving license is that good enough?
Yes, idl or Thai licence...
Could please recommend a dental services provider in the area for major dental work such as dentures, tooth extraction, implants, etc? Preferably the best in the area? Either Pattaya or Bangkok. Thank-you!
Dental Select on 3rd road the other side of Pattaya Klang
Working on that one.
@@Rides4Kickz which exchange rate business do you use and/or prefer?
Thank-you!
Hello
Some time ago you had a video about a cafe, restaurant that only served diabetes friendly food.. what was it called and where is it located. Thank you very much.
Those guys are cool for using compressed air to dry your bike.
Another top notch video. Isn't it time for an update on the Great Breakfast Challenge? One of my favorites.
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Top centre optical is fantastic, and I visited from Lat Krabang and I tried to get a taxi there from Pattaya bus station and no driver knew the address, so I phoned him, and he came and picked me up, I chose and got sorted with new frame and lenses then he took me back to bus station, and he did the same when I collected my order one week later. That is what I call service. Forgot to say I got coffee and cakes whilst there also.
Very nice Graham 👍
Thank you.
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I'm gonna live in Sriracha, you were in Bangsean- which medical/hospital did you like up there? Thx
Actually, a lot of folks in Bang Saen go to the hospital in Sriracha. But Burapha Hospital is right in the middle of town and an excellent facility.
@@Rides4Kickz thx!
Everything is good but on the glasses, I have been there two times. They are just as expensive as they are in Europe.
Do you have ideal about Dental good one in Pattaya ?
Dental Select on 3rd Road when it crosses Pataya Klang, Dr Komgrit, very good and speaks English well
please tell us about that place clinic where you get shots of booster in Vitamins
Top Form Clinic in Mikes Shopping Mall.
With all the loud motorcycles and smoking pickups, one has to wonder if the inspections are enforced. Many Thai will upgrade their headlights without aiming them and blind oncoming traffic. Never assume other drivers have anything more than the required minimum instance. Also, read the fine print of any insurance policy. You will be surprised by the high deductibles and vehicle replacement limits. Even if the policy states a coverage cap, they will never pay it! If repairs exceed 70% of the maximum coverage amount, they will total the vehicle, leaving you to payoff the difference.
1:33. She's gorgeous!
About the services, I hear you speak about the eyes, but for me it is more important to know a good dentist? Did I miss this service in your co tent?
No recommendation but there are many to chose from, we might have to shop around for one soon though, so I can always add to the list.
Good vid... I must say the opening of laundry mat/machine places in the last 1-2 yrs has been prolific! and very welcome... They are everywhere now... I also recently used AA insurance broker for medical insurance, very helpful... *knock on wood* hopefully never have to use it... but better safe than sorry (esp if immigration changes the ret visa req to require it)... Don't really use a broker for Visa services... (but that will change if the dreaded TAX requirements start being enforced).... Speaking of which... Would like to see some *trusted* tax account places/services if that comes to pass... Cheers...
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What is page 10 hotel like in pattaya....was looking at it or best beach hotel for 3 nights?..
We had a good stay there, nice center beach location
Does anyone know anything about La Casa South Pattaya Hotel?
Very good information, Lucas! I definitely need the visa service in a few months. And interested in transportation when I move there as well. Have to find temporary housing until I find a condo or apartment to rent. I also watched your food video, so please keep them coming. Thanks 😊
It's a bit ironic that the optical shop has a terrible sign that you probably can't see until after you get your new glasses!
😂🤣👍
Can I ship my ebike over to Thailand for a affordable price.
Does Nakorn Siam Boutique do monthly
Not sure, that is something i would inquire about at the front desk though, might be better than booking online.
@@Rides4Kickz alright
Hey, Lucas...last year I stayed at the Pattaya Blue Sky on Soi 5 and truthfully, it was fantastic. Check it out...I paid less than $20/night and it is a less than three minute walk to Beach Road.
Nice, will do.
you now have different engines......Honda, Kawa enct….’.
Which motorcycle do you prefer to ride?
Kind of partial to Honda
A few Asked-For places I would have added: 1) Places to repair your clothes; 2) Places where they shine your shoes.
Lan does alterations and repairs, she has people dropping off clothes almost daily. There is a shoe repair right next to the optical shop I featured but not sure about shines.
I’m surprised you did not give a recommendation for both a legit good quality Thai massage as well as a haircut.
Too many great ones in town actually, but I find it is a lot more about the specific person performing the service than the place itself.
Orange laundry...where on soi Buakhao?
276 Soi Buakhao.
I think its between Talay Bar and Sensations Bar.
Map point in description but basically right next to Action Street.
Liebe Grüße aus Hamburg 🙏🙏🙏 Gruß Achim 🌻
Danke Achim 👍👍👍🙏🙏🙏
Ok smart guy. Say Im staying in a hotel in Jomtien and im out near soi bukkhao or somewhere in the middle of pattaya, and then all of the sudden, I NEED to find a restroom. And i mean the number two is coming and it might just rival something the usa dropped on japan.
Where is the best public spot to rest my buns for the festivities?
check out Xztye Square near Soi Chaiyapoon, I counted 8 free to use toilets around the place
Say I contacted you or tried to couple of weeks ago letting you know that my wife and I are in Thailand in Bangkok now up in Roya heading home to Bangkok tomorrow trying to see if you’re available the next couple of weeks may determine if we come down to Patia
what are your plans
Why don't you email him?
Yeah, we are in Pattaya now
Be forewarned!
Rudy's Motorcycle place - DOES NOT accept Credit cards.
- I purchased an expensive item there before my Thai bank account was fully funded.
I was shocked that he didn't accept C Cards.
-- He said he had a bad experience a few years back.
(All businesses have bad experiences.. It is the cost of doing business.)
If you carry the equivalent of thousand+ USD, in cash, no problem, else bring cash (or digital transfer).
Car's moter bikes houses much better than here in Veitnam 😢
Where do you have a suit dry cleaned Lucas? My Thai girlfriend sent an expensive wool suit to the laundry and I can no longer wear it. 555
10/12/24.
Oyo has very volatile prices. Sometimes it is $11 a night and sometimes $21. It is more like a warehouse than a hotel, they have many, many packages all over.
1:33 this Lady i see in Thaifriendly-Lol.14:20 this a Mafia Shop.100-200% more expensive Lazada.Bolt Taxi Service the best. Have feeling,this Video from you,is for sponsor your life???
Mityon!!!!! Noooooooooooooooooo!!!
Monopoly around pattaya, money to save buying outside pattaya...