CHONBURI — 6 May 2026, A video showing four couples of foreign tourists engaging in explicit behaviour in Pattaya Bay has drawn criticsm from locals.
The clip, shared on social media, shows eight tourists—four men and four women—apparently intoxicated as they enter the sea in Nong Prue, Bang Lamung district. They are seen embracing and kissing in pairs, displaying intimate behaviour in the water.
Witnesses at the scene, including other tourists and local residents, repeatedly shouted for the group to stop and recorded the incident on their phones. The group, however, ignored the warnings and continued their behaviour openly.
At around 02:00 on 6 May 2026, reporters spoke with a 44-year-old witness, who filmed and posted the video. He said the incident occurred between approximately 03:00 and 04:00, when the group appeared heavily intoxicated and began acting inappropriately. The exact date of the incident was not specified.
Mr. Mon said he was angered by the situation and attempted to intervene, but the group did not respond and their behaviour escalated. He decided to record the video as evidence for authorities to take action.
He added that similar incidents have occurred before, involving tourists from various countries, and warned that such behaviour damages Pattaya’s image as a tourist destination and reflects poorly on Thailand.
Thailand has laws and widely observed cultural norms governing behaviour in public spaces. Indecent or explicit conduct in open areas may be considered an offence and can lead to legal action. Authorities and local communities regularly urge visitors to respect local customs to help maintain public order and the country’s reputation as a welcoming destination.
