Picture courtesy of Neawna
Pattaya, a renowned tourist destination in Thailand, is ramping up safety measures in anticipation of a surge in visitors from China and Kazakhstan.
Local police held a comprehensive safety inspection of floating restaurants and squid fishing rafts in Pattaya Bay yesterday, September 23, focusing on the establishments’ adherence to safety guidelines and legal obligations. This intensification of safety checks is in direct response to the upcoming visa waiver programme for Chinese and Kazakh tourists, set to launch tomorrow and continue until February 29, 2024.
The safety inspection, carried out by the Pattaya Police at 8pm yesterday, scrutinised various aspects of the chosen venues.
Officers verified the availability of life-saving equipment, checked for valid operating licences, and ensured the legality of alcohol sales at the…
