Eight tourists criticised over indecent behaviour in Pattaya Bay

CHONBURI — May 6, 2026: A video showing four couples of foreign tourists engaged in explicit behaviour in Pattaya Bay has drawn criticism from locals.

The clip, which circulated on social media, shows eight tourists—four men and four women—appearing heavily intoxicated as they entered the sea in Nong Prue, Bang Lamung district. The group was seen embracing and kissing in pairs, displaying intimate behaviour in the water. Although only three couples are visible at any one time, the full video captures all eight individuals.

Witnesses at the scene, including other tourists and local residents, repeatedly shouted at the group to stop and recorded the incident on their phones. The tourists, however, ignored the warnings and continued their behaviour openly.

Around 2:00 AM on May 6, 2026, reporters spoke with a 44-year-old witness who filmed and posted the video. He stated the incident occurred between approximately 3:00 and 4:00 AM when the group appeared severely intoxicated and began acting inappropriately. He 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.

The witness 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 constitute an offence and can result in legal action. Authorities and local communities regularly urge visitors to respect local customs to help maintain public order and Thailand's reputation as a welcoming destination.