A United States Navy aircraft carrier has arrived in Thailand for a scheduled port visit, bringing approximately 5,000 sailors to the region. Personnel from the carrier strike group are traveling to Pattaya and surrounding areas for shore leave, rest, and recreation. Local businesses and hospitality operators anticipate a boost to the local economy during the stay, which also includes community outreach and cultural exchange activities.
- A US Navy aircraft carrier has arrived in Thailand for a routine port visit.
- Approximately 5,000 sailors and crew members are heading to Pattaya and nearby areas for shore leave.
- Local businesses, restaurants, and tourism operators are preparing for increased activity and revenue during the visit.
- The port call forms part of standard naval operations and ongoing defense ties between the United States and Thailand.
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Pattaya has a Muslim community and welcomes Muslim visitors
Hmm.. I thought the carrier had much needed repairs to be done on it. Kinda like misplaced priorities. Sex city first? Seriously?
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There goes the Pattaya walking street area, looks like the US sailors have to compete with the India fatigue group 😮😮😮
9 months not having that so now desperate to head straight to Pataya 😂
God bless them
Poor Thailand. First the Israelis now the Americans.
Welcome to Pattaya, sailors… The Mumbai of Thailand. 😁