The scenic Jomtien beachfront in Pattaya has recently come under fire due to frequent disturbances caused by a big crowd converging with blasting Bluetooth speakers.
This situation occurs nightly after local entertainment venues close, tarnishing the reputation of this tourist destination and leaving a trail of rubbish behind.
The beach is open 24 hours a day, seven days a week, according to Wuthisak Rermkijakarn, Deputy Mayor of Pattaya. Regrettably, present restrictions lack the teeth to enforce closures, allowing tourists and late-night gatherings to continue.
While most tourists return to their hotels around sunset, swarms of revelers descend with alcoholic beverages in hand on Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays.
Wuthisak advised residents and tourists to work together to reduce excessive drinking, late-night cacophonies, and uncontrolled pyrotechnics.
Combating the growing litter problem is another difficult task as foot traffic increases. The lack of personnel to guard the beach exacerbates the situation.
Pattaya is considering a solution to achieve equilibrium.
The city is considering instituting open and closing hours for the beachfront, directing visitors to suitable times that allow for beach enjoyment while minimizing interruptions for inhabitants.
The noise problem extends beyond the beach, entering city entertainment venues that are chastised for playing disruptive music late at night.
Pattaya officials want to explore resolutions with local police and Banglamung District authorities in order to create peaceful cohabitation.
Collaborations with certain entertainment venues have revealed novel sound-containment solutions, such as glass enclosures.
While some venues have accepted the concept, others have remained obstinate, underscoring the complexities of these issues as Pattaya seeks a peaceful conclusion.
