As tourism in Pattaya continues to recover at an incredible pace, the city is faced with a downside – heavy traffic. Two significant bottlenecks were observed this month: one on Thepprasit Road, close to the Kaan and Colosseum theatres, and another on Second Road close to the South Road intersection. Additionally, areas such as Soi Regional Land in south Pattaya experience enormous traffic queues, especially during afternoons and early evenings. Major sois connecting the so-called Dark Side with Pattaya City also face the same issues.
City Hall has placed the blame on road repair companies for not honouring contract dates, and these firms, in return, criticise electricity and water companies due to lack of cooperation. The resurgence of large coaches and the growth of U-Tapao Airport are contributing factors, while Beach Road continues to be dug up…
