I don't have an opinion as I tend to make friends easily with all walks of life and cultures/ religions etc. I am only repeating what I have been told from younger locals.
I think you missed the point. The 12k was my budget for an apartment as I don't need much anymore. Of course my expenses are higher but thanks for the comment.
been there done that years back. The wife like Jomtien and has friends in Pattaya. The city actually is of no interest anymore but I figure this is a good compromise. Otherwise I'd be back in Hua Hin or the islands south.
yep. I forgot what I did when I lived there before as my old laptop and contacts are gone so I am rebuilding my info from scratch before I come back out. Cheers