The US nuclear aircraft carrier USS Abraham Lincoln docked in Thailand this Wednesday after a record period of 250 days at sea without stopping at a port. The stopover provided the nearly 5,000 US Marines with a long-awaited rest.
The ship approached the Thai city of Pattaya, which is known for its vibrant nightlife and sex tourism. This tourist city is frequently nicknamed "Sin City" by the media.
Thai authorities reject this nickname given to Pattaya. However, for US military personnel, the city evokes strong historical memories. The article mentions that when tired sailors arrived, the city had particular significance for them.
