I was finally able to pull myself away from my work in BKK for a short vacation down Pattaya way (7/28-8/2). Although I don't have the time at the moment to write any detailed reports on specific bars, I will say that without a doubt the Pattaya bar scene makes Bangkok seem miserable, oppressed and grossly expensive.
Customers were in very short supply in many bars and in some cases I was the only customer. Even as the only customer, however, I never felt pressured or uncomfortable. The atmosphere was very friendly and fun-loving in all the bars I visited.
I spent an equal amount of time between Boys Town and Sunee and found Sunee to be more welcoming and relaxing (and, of course, less expensive). Both areas, however, put the Bangkok scene to shame IMHO.
I do believe that I'll be taking another weekend trip down to Pattaya in the near future rather than a typical Friday night in Silom.
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