gp2002

Personally I think Phoenix is crap and I wouldn't waste my money. Just my opinion... Cheers........gp

cknbud... I have been working and living in Ban Chang for a little over a year and I love it! I rent a 2 bedroom townhouse and Honda Accord (from the same people) for 22,000 baht per month. There are many cheaper places to rent if you look around. I like to play golf and go to BKK so, for me, a car is a must. The only thing I miss is not having a grocery store nearby. They built a new Tesco in Sattahip but it caters more to Thais (which is understandable) so a bi-weekly trip to Pattaya is warranted. In my opinion, Rayong is a little too far away (from Pattaya, Bangkok, etc

Just because all the responses were not positive is not a bad thing. You asked a question and people 'shared information' and gave you their honest reply. Why should they sugar coat their answer and say "maybe their is a chance you could find a caddie that wants to give you a BJ" when they have never experienced it themself or heard of it happening to someone else? Just my opinion..... Personally, I hope you find what you're looking for. Good luck and have a great trip!! Cheers........gp

Take a look at this site....click on "current golf price schedule" www.pattayasports.org/golf/Golf%20Home.htm Hope this helps... Cheers....gp

Definitely available.......you're usually looking in the 30,000 to 50,000 baht range. As rabbit said, you always have to pay for a caddie. Some of the courses have websites and e-mail addresses. Check www.thaigolfer.com Hope this helps.... Cheers......gp

A BJ at the turn?!?!? I know this is Thailand but don't you think this is a little over the top??? Not all the girls in Thailand are bar girls, you know. Yes it's possible to hook up with the odd caddie away from the course. I have met a couple girls that are willing. As for on the course, I highly doubt it. If you do find someone that will fulfill your fantasy, let me know. Good luck! Cheers.....gp

Hub is right about the knock offs......as for the greater knowledge, I am not sure You can usually tell by the price. If it is SO cheap for a name brand, it's probably a fake. Sometimes, just set the club down, especially putters, and you can tell right away. I have even had the salesperson tell me it was a fake (when I asked). Good luck Cheers....gp

You got my answer already for part #2.... Good luck Cheers.....gp

There's a great place in Bangkok called Thaniya Plaza. It's on Silom Road and has 4 or 5 floors of nothing but golf equipment. There are some good deals to be had if you look around. I also bought a Nike CPR Hybrid club from Supersports (part of BIG C). Hope this helps... Cheers.....gp

Hi Jack.... I would definitely bring your clubs. There hasn't been alot of rain and the courses are in great shape!! Also, during those three months the green fees are CHEAP. Check out the Pattaya Sports Club as well. They have a monthly golf schedule for all the bars. Hope this helps. Cheers.....gp

When I lived in Korea and travelled here on Thai I always brought my clubs and never had any problems. I only brought ONE golf travel bag and put all my clothes, etc inside. It always seemed VERY heavy but they never said anything to me. I don't think you'll have any problems, especially if it's just your clubs in the travel bag. Cheers......gp

Hey Hub... Sorry....wasn't trying to brag I look forward to getting together with you next month. What are the dates??? Cheers.....gp

FYI (for next year)... Just to let you know I played in the Classroom Tourney and had a great time. I joined up with Moby69 and a couple of his buddies from the UK. It was a great afternoon and the price was well worth it........considering I ended up winning the "A" flight ( and received a Taylor Made golf bag).....haha!!! I hope to defend the title next year!!! Cheers......gp PS......Thanks again Moby!!!

Mister C..... A company called Thai-ger golf does golf packages. When I was in their store to get a club repaired, a group of tourists were in there getting their itineraries. Do a search and you should find their website. Cheers.....gp

Thanks for the replies..... It looks like I will give it a shot. I haven't played St. Andrews yet so I am looking forward to it. Moby....check your mail Hub....be more than happy to play when you get here. I started a new job not far from Pattaya so it shouldn't be a problem to play on the weekends. Let me know when you get here. Cheers....gp