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October 2016

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contents 06 MAGAZINE INFORMATION Social Media & Where To Find Us

07 PATTAYA BY DAY 08 Underwater World Presents Spooky Seas for Halloween 10 Thailand Transportation – All Roads Lead to Chaos

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Discover Scuba Diving for the First Time Pattaya Dive Centre

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The Ultimate British Pub At mosphere

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Delicious Argentinian Beef & Wine Promotions

11 More Travel Pattaya 12 Tropical Island Getaways on Koh Larn @ Suntosa Resort 15 Stunning Thai Destinations you have Never Heard About 16 Discover Scuba Diving for the First Time @ Pattaya Dive Centre

19 PATTAYA RESTAURANTS 20 Find Out Why Everyone is Raving About @ Blue Olive Restaurant 22 The Ultimate British Pub At mosphere @ The Punch & Judy Pub 24 Launching Kong Juu Chinese Restaurant ห้องอาหารจี นกงจู 工福 @ New Nordic Pattaya 26 10 Thailand Street Foods You Must Try 27 Delicious Argentinian Beef & Wine Promotions @ Aroi Pub Resto 28 Delicious French & International Cuisine on Walking Street @ La Notte Pub & Restaurant 30 The Best in Dining and Accommodation @ Momento Beach Restaurant & Resort

The Punch & Judy Pub

Aroi Pub Resto

31 PATTAYA LIVING 32 Go Retire Thailand 34 Merging Style, Quality and Affordability @ Villa Asiatic by Fed Property Group 37 Pattaya Golf Tours are the Future 38 European Quality CustomClothing Made in Thailand @ Sinto Trading 40 Legal Execution In Civil Cases By: Magna Carta Law Office 42 Getting Fit and Feeling Great @ K-Private Fitness Gym 43 Elevate Your Fitness Center with Innovative Equipment @ X-Trend and K-Fitness Equipment 45 German-Standard VEKA Branded uPVC Windows in Thailand 46 Thailand Q&A – Useful Information

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47 PATTAYA BY NIGHT 48 Your Home for Live American Sports in October @ I-Rovers 49 4 Interesting Ways to Spend Halloween in Pattaya 50 Win a Trip to NYC with the Prestigious Legends Pool & Sports Bar 8-Ball Comp 53 6 Things That Make a Unique Night Out In Pattaya 54 EASY VISA services are 100% Guaranteed

Editor Talk As we move into September, Pattaya City will be getting ready for the high-season months, which is always a busy and exciting time for the city.

September is a great time to be here, as the visitor numbers are relatively low, which gives you lots of space to enjoy Pattaya’s biggest and best attractions before the crowds begin to emerge in October and November in the run up to Christmas and New Year.

On this month’s cover, you will find one of our most favorite and highly recommend restaurants, Blue Olive Restaurant. Over the past year, Blue Olive has gone through a reshuffle and revamp that has seen the eatery become one of the most talked about dining spots in the city. If you are looking for a guaranteed evening of culinary delights, Blue Olive serves up a sumptuous selection of imported meats and seafood dishes, some with a Mediterranean twist.

We also have some other fine eateries in the city for you to sample, such as Akvavit Bar & Grill, La Notte on Walking Street, Momento Beach Restaurant & Resort, and other pub-style sports bars with excellent value for money pub-grub such as I-Rovers and Punch & Judy Pub. If you are looking for one of the newest and most exciting residential developments on the outskirts of Pattaya City, Villa Asiatic really is something special and perfect for those who work in Pattaya but want to reside in a peaceful and tranquil environment just a 20-minute drive from the city.

This month, we also have some cool articles for you regarding the future of Pattaya while also delving into the murky world of Thailand’s most mythical and historic creatures.

Once again, we hope you have a great time this month in Pattaya and make sure you keep our magazine handy to find the best choice of sites and attractions the city has to offer.

All the best,

The Editor

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WHERE YOU CAN FIND US! Mike’s Mall 2nd Rd. Golf Shop Pattaya 3Rd. Mark Land Beach Hotel Beach Rd. Soi 1 Nantra De Boutique Hotel Beach Rd. Soi 1 Mantra Pura Resort Hotel North Pattaya Page 10 Hotel Soi 10, Pattaya Beach Road Jomtien Beach Hotel Klong’ Dong Tan The Now Hotel Jomtien Beach Aya Hotel Soi 10, Pattaya Beach Road Beach Front Hotel Beach Rd Jomtien Garden Hotel Jomtien Beach Just before soi Watapoon next to Rim Talay Kitchen Restaurant Marina Inn Hotel Soi VC 2nd Rd. Livi Man Resort Hotel Tappaya Rd. Soi 15 LK Royal Wing Hotel Soi Buakhao Rita Resort Hotel Tappaya Rd. Memo Suite Pattaya Hotel South Pattaya Citin Loft Hotel Pattaya Klang Soi 12 LK Metro Hotel Soi Diana LK Renaissance Hotel Soi Diana Sugar Hut Hotel Tappaya Rd Bella Villa Prima Hotel Beach Rd. Soi 4 LK Legend Pattaya Hotel

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Soi Arunothai Hill Fresco Pattaya Hotel Soi 5 Pratumnak Ambassdor Hotel 21/10 Sukhumvit Rd. Na Jomtien Angket Hip Residence Hotel Wat Boonkanjana (inbetween Soi 11 & 12 Jomtien) At Mind Hotel Pattaya Klang Subway Fast Food Soi 8 In Front of Eastiny Hotel Subway Fast Food Beach Rd. (Tiplaza) Subway Fast Food Beach Rd. Before Soi 6 Subway Fast Food Soi Buekhao Oasis Massage Naklue 12 Travel Agency Pattaya Soi 7 Fflic- Soi Kasetsin Momento Beach Restaurant Theprasit Rd. Soi 8 Universe Gym Sukhumvit Opp Soi Siam Country Club Pattaya Dive Centre Beach Rd. Collingbourne Auction Soi Chaiyapruk 2 Jomtein Beach Klong’ Dong Ton Floating Market Sukhumvit Rd The Sanctuary of Truth Nakula Soi 12 Railway Rd Bottle Museum North Pattaya Mimosa -City of Love 28/19-20 M.2 Na Jomtien Boxing World Suk Rd. Curry & Chips Pratumnak Rd.

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Kilkenny Bar & Guest House Soi LK I Rovers Bar Soi LK Armeggedon Bar Soi LK The Sportsman Soi 13 The Lion Pub Bar Theprasit Rd. Soi 8 Fraser’s Bar Thappraya Rd. News Steak & Grill Chateau Plaza Pattaya Realty Tip Plaza Alan Bolton Property The Avenue Party Girls Romphomarket Jimmy’s Den Romphomarket Oz Burger Romphomarket Ma Mak Bar Romphomarket Suntosa Resort Koh Larn Rum Dum Bar Romphomarket Aussie Ally’s Soi 7 Rolling Live 6 Bar New Simon Bar Complex Walking Street Rolling Live 4 Bar Soi 7 (2nd Rd.) Rolling Live 3 Bar Baron Bar complex Pig and Whistle Restaurant Thappraya Rd. Pig & Whistle Restaurant Soi 7 Just Burgers Restaurant Beach Rd. Jomtien Jomtien Property Theppraya Rd Pastrami on Rye Thappraya RD New Nordic Soi 4 Pratumnak Rd The Stones House Soi 16 Walking Str Auction House

Soi Chaiyapornvitee Rd Blue Olive Restaurant Theprasit Soi 8 Murphy’s Law Soi LK Metro AA insurance Brokers South Pattaya Legends Pool & Sports Bar Pattaya Klang Punch & Judy Restaurant Thepprasit Soi 8 Voodoo Restaurant & Pub Soi Chaiyapreuk Bruno’s Restaurant & Bar Thappraya Rd. Pattaya Bungy Jump Soi 9 Thepprasit Road The Comedy Pub Soi Batman Sugar Hut Hotel Thrappraya rd German Dentist Thappraya Road East Coast Real Estate Jomtien Complex (next to Shenanigans) Shenanigans Restaurant Jomtien Complex Corner House Bar Rompho Market Alibaba Tandoori Pattaya Klang Joker Bar Beach Road Eurostar Restaurant Jomtiem Beach Caddy Shack Restaurant Soi 8 Threppasit Road Crown of India Opposite the Tropicana Hotel Pattaya Dive Centre Beach Road Pattaya Pattaya Rent A Bike Pratumnak Road Fire & Stone

Pattaya Klang The Booze Lounge Bar Soi Buakhao Robin’s Nest Restaurant Soi Dianna Inn, Second Rd. Akvavit Jomtien Beach Road Siam Expat Food Soi Siam Country Club London Office View Talay 2, Thappraya Road Magna Carta Law Office South Pattaya Rd. Sheraton Hotel Pratunak The Now Jomtien Beach Road Hard Rock Pattaya 2 Rd Baraquda Hotel Pattaya 2 Rd Capedara Naklau soi 22 Mulligan’s Restaurant Pattaya Beach Road Siam@siam North Pattaya A-one Hotel Pattaya Beach Road Ibis Hotel Pattaya 2 Rd Manita Boutique Pratumnak Hill Long Beach Garden, Naklua Soi 16 Dv aree Jomtien Beach Hotel Mariott Hotel Lotus Hotel Pratumnak Soi 4 Hilton Pattaya Beach Rd Holiday Inn Pattaya Beach Road Centara Grand Mirage Wongamart Livv Bakery, Khal Talo Munich Dental Clinic South Pattaya New Nordic Bistro Pratumnak Soi 4 Sunny Online Travel 3rd Road Country Road Bar Rompho Complex Mood Café- Soi 6 Pratumnak Loaf Bakery- Pattaya Klang Thai Sky AdventuresSoi Banluekanka

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BY DAY Underwater World Presents Spooky Seas for Halloween Underwater World Pattaya see page 08-09

IN THIS SECTION ... > Underwater World Presents Spooky Seas for Halloween > Thailand Transportation – All Roads Lead to Chaos > More Travel Pattaya > Tropical Island Getaways on Koh Larn >

@ Suntosa Resort Stunning Thai Destinations you have Never Heard About > Discover Scuba Diving for the First Time @ Pattaya Dive Centre

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UNDERWATER WORLD PRESENTS SPOOKY SEAS FOR HALLOWEEN

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ot many holiday attractions in Pattaya can claim to be a landmark in the city, but at Underwater World Pattaya, we really do have a tourist attraction that epitomizes the change in mentality of the city towards family-style holidays

and wholesome fun Known as the most state-ofthe-art and beautiful aquarium in this part of the world, Underwater World Pattaya is somewhere that every visitor to the city simply must experience to understand what Pattaya is all about. This month will be a really exciting time as Underwater World Pattaya presents their Spooky Seas Halloween event.

Located in the ultimate easy-to-find position on Sukhumvit Road between Jomtien and Thepprasit Road, Underwater World Pattaya was first established in 003 and has become the numbertourist attraction in the city ever since Known for its awe-inspiring 105-meter long underwater tunnel

with a capacity of 3 8 million liters of water, it’s a breathtaking experience that showcases more than 5,000 fishes from 500 species in and around Thailand and the world.

Spooky Seas at Underwater World Pattaya Come along to Underwater World Pattaya on the 3 st October to en oy their Spooky Seas extravaganza to celebrate Halloween. This will be the perfect time to visit their aquarium with your family and kids to take part in the goulash fun.

The aquarium will be decorated in a Halloween theme and promises to be a great day of frightening fun to celebrate one of the spookiest times of the year. There will free delicacies and other fun things happening on the 3 st, so make sure you bring your family and kids along to experience Underwater World Pattaya and their ‘Spooky Seas’ Discovering Underwater World This stunning purpose-built aquarium is the ultimate place for those who want a memorable and also an educational experience. Showcasing some of the most interesting and exotic marine life in Thailand from across the world, Underwater World Pattaya is a great place for adults and children alike.

The journey and discovery of the stunning marine life at Underwater World Pattaya starts at the shallow ‘Touch Pool’, allowing you to view and interact with the underwater life such as sharks, stingrays, turtles, starfishes, and many species of fishes The tunnel is separated into 3 zones, with the ‘Reef one’, the ‘Sharks and Rays’ and the ‘Shipwrecks one’, giving you a vast perspective of awe-inspiring marine life.

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Make sure you bring your family and friends along to Underwater World Pattaya this month to experience the best aquarium in Thailand and to enjoy their ‘Spooky Seas’ Halloween event.

Pattaya Underwater World is open: 9am to 6pm daily (last admission at 5:30pm).

Feeding times: Tunnel 1: Coral Reef Zone 10.30 am. & 3.00 pm.

Tunnel 2: Shark & Ray Zone 11.00 am. & 4.00 pm.

Tunnel 3: Giant of Siam Zone 11.30 am. & 3.30 pm. ***Subject to change How to find Pattaya Underwater World

BY CAR: Take Highway 3 (Sukhumvit Road) towards Pattaya and Sattahip from the Bangna Trat Expressway or the Motorway go past Pattaya South Road and you will Tesco Lotus on the right hand side. Take the next u turn and you will arrive at Underwater World. The aquarium is located between Jomtien and Thepprasit Road, next to the Makro superstore.

UNDERWATER WORLD PATTAYA Address: 22/22 M.11 Sukhumvit Road, Nongprue, Banglamung Chonburi 20260

Phone: 66(0) 38 756 877-8 www.underwaterworldpattaya.com

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THAILAND TRANSPORTATION – ALL ROADS LEAD TO CHAOS

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s you might have noticed by now, Thailand transportation is quite unique when it comes to road safety and driving rules, and as my father once said after driving on Thai roads for the first time, “Just watch what’s in front of you and the rest will sort itself out.” Wise words from a man of the world!

lights are called indicators For generations, Thai people have wondered what this fascinating gadget is for. I simply say it is to indicate or signal which direction you intend to turn next.

One day they will grasp this concept and then delve into the murky world of Quantum Physics and provide us with the meaning of life on a subatomic level.

Fortunately, being British, Thais drive on the left hand side of the road, just like back in the Motherland. Unfortunately, for most parts of the world, it’s role reversal, which can be quite confusing when acclimatizing to the vastly ‘contrasting’ road cultures. If you have never seen road kill the size of an elephant, driving in Thailand will be a unique experience you will never forget – not for the lack of trying that is. So buckle up, slide on your helmet and take heed of our essential Thai driving tips.

Tip #3 – Wing Mirrors are for Applying Makeup Newsflash: Wing mirrors have just been declared as something you should always check when driving on Thai roads. They are not solely for pointing up your makeup and making sure the superficial mask is facing due south.

Tip #1 – Beware of Flashers Please don’t get carried away by the title of this tip, as this has nothing to do with scantily-clad ladies or middle aged men wearing nothing but a long coat and a smile. Driving nuances in the western world stipulate that when you are allowing another road user the right of way, you will ash the lights to ‘let em go.’ This is a certified death wish in the Land of Smiles, as ashing your lights means ‘get out of the way sharpish Jack, I’m bulldozing through and this is my legal disclaimer.’

Tip #2 – Indicators are Obsolete Those little yellow things with light bulbs in positioned either side of the main front and rear

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Tip#4 – Exchange your Vehicle for Public Transport If the above tips have made you skeptical about driving on Thai roads, you could always use the public buses. The only problem with this option is that it will take you 30 minutes longer getting to your destination than if you decided to walk it. Most bus stops in the world are there for a purpose For some reason in Thailand, they stop every 20 meters, which is ideal if you need dropping off outside your home, but not so great if you are expecting to reach your intended destination before the planets align in 2026.

Hilarity aside, driving on Thai roads is easy if you concentrate at all times and keep your eyes peeled. Just take your time, drive slowly and everything will be okay!

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hether you live in the city or are here on holiday, everyone needs sound advice in regards to not only the best places to see and the best excursions to book, but also when it comes to getting the perfect

visa to stay in the country, which is really important in this current climate. More Travel Pattaya specialize in making holiday and retirement dreams come true, and are tried, tested and trusted for their knowledge.

More Travel Pattaya can tailor-make and customize your Pattaya holiday experience, from the perfect hotels and accommodation to booking all the trips and sight-seeing adventures you could imagine. Even if you are thinking about visiting Thailand for medical

and dental services, More Travel Pattaya has the best choice of world-class services and will make the recommendations that suit you.

Being an independent travel agent ensures you will always receive the best advice without any hidden agendas at More Travel.

Finding the Right Visa Sometimes one of the most challenging aspects of being in Thailand can be finding and getting the correct visa that suits your lifestyle. More Travel Pattaya can help you with all your visa concerns whether you are seeking a visa for Thailand or even to take your Thai partner back to your home country. The types of visa that More Travel specialize in obtaining include, Tourist Visa Extensions, Retirement Visas, Marriage Visas, Work Permits & Visas, and Education and Student Visas.

Maybe you want to visit a cabaret show in the city or fancy scuba diving or want to take your PADI Scuba Instructors course, enjoy boast cruises to the outlying islands, or you simply need reliable transportation throughout your holiday experience, More Travel Pattaya can not only make your holiday dreams a reality, but will also take them to the next level.

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TROPICAL ISLAND GETAWAYS ON KOH LARN

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attaya is known for its nightlife entertainment, affordable prices, worldclass infrastructure and beach resorts, but one thing it can’t offer is a tropical island getaway. However, Koh Larn, which is a stunning tropical island with

turquoise colored seas and idyllic stretches of sand, is just a 30-minute ferry ride away from Pattaya and offers a true tropical experience similar to what you might find in Southern Thailand. When you want to get away from the hectic nature of the city, the Suntosa Resort on Koh Larn offers the ultimate place to enjoy the best the island has to offer.

Located just 100-meters from Naban Pier on Koh Larn, the Suntosa Resort offers some of the most breathtaking sea-views and creates a warm and friendly holiday experience for singles, couples, families or groups of friends alike, with a great choice of modern rooms for amazing value for money prices in the heart of paradise.

Affordable Sea-View Accommodation Suntosa Resort on Koh Larn is the ideal place for a couple who seek a romantic getaway, while also offering the perfect environment for families. The resort comes equipped with 11 modern rooms, some of which enjoy stunning sea-views, and all of which have double beds, air-conditioning throughout, fully-stocked minibars, ensuite bathrooms and safe deposit boxes.

There are two sea-view rooms, eight superior rooms, and a spacious family suite if you are bringing the wife and kids along.

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You don’t have to sacrifice Western pleasures at Suntosa, as their onsite restaurant, with its sea-view terrace, serves up a delicious choice of internationalstyle cuisine, alongside delicious Thai dishes and really does offer something for everyone. However, if you want to eat something that is not on their menu, they can order food from other restaurants on the island and have it delivered directly to their sea-view terrace.

When you want to immerse yourself into a true Thai holiday experience, while still enjoying that Western style you have been accustomed to, Suntosa Resort on Koh Larn really is a special choice.

What to do on Koh Larn The main reasons we are attracted to Koh Larn is because of its laidback tropical feel, so most of the island’s things to do rely heavily on relaxation, which is great if you live in Pattaya and need a bit of rest and relaxation, and also ideal for holiday-goers who seek a peaceful and tranquil holiday experience.

There are 6 main beaches on the island, with a few smaller hidden beaches. The sea really is beautiful and is such a stark contrast to the mainland, which has been dramatically impacted by decades of commercial tourism Koh Larn is like a different world. Water sports is one of the main things to do on the island, with lots of jet-skiing, paragliding, diving and snorkeling readily available.

PLEASE NOTE: When booking at Suntosa Resort, please mention Pattaya City Uncovered Magazine and enjoy a 10% discount on the room rates.

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Koh Larn, Pattaya, Chonburi Email: Suntosa1001@hotmail.com Phone 038-434-00 , 0 0-3 -03 Website: www.suntosaresort.com or www.suntosaresort.expub.com

You can explore the island on foot, motorbike, bicycle or catch one of the numerous tuk-tuks that frequent the island. There are some nice viewpoints, a great choice of laidback bars and restaurants, but mainly Koh Larn is about relaxing on the beaches and enjoying a spot of rejuvenation.

Whether you live in Pattaya and want to get away for a few day’s relaxation, or you are on holiday and want experience that special Thai Island experience, the Suntosa Resort on Koh Larn is a truly inspirational place that offers amazing value for money accommodation with sea-views.

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STUNNING THAI DESTINATIONS YOU HAVE NEVER HEARD ABOUT

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hailand is well known for possessing some the finest tourist attractions in the world. But seriously, anybody can visit the highly publicized and popular destinations. What you will find below are a couple of sites that you can enjoy

that very few visitors from a foreign country even know about, much less ever get to experience firsthand.

Pattaya’s Buda Mountain then it is surely close to the largest. It is located inside of a park called Silverlake Winery, where they actually grow grapes; make wine, and all kinds of other products that can be manufactured from grapes. In addition, the site has an extensive garden, where a wide diversity of exotic plants and breathtaking flowers are grown.

In addition, the site has an extensive garden, where a wide diversity of exotic plants and breathtaking flowers are grown. Entrance to the park is free, and each day thousands of Thais stop by to have their picture taken in front of Buda Mountain. If that was not all enough, only a three minute car ride away is the area’s largest and most colorful Buddhist temple, which is also open to the public.

Similan Islands Thailand is really not known as a world class dive destination, except when it comes to the Similan Islands. It is located in the western Andaman Sea, and it is made up of nine islands. Each of the islands is a place which can be appreciated on its own, since they are all covered by dazzling tropical jungles, and the beaches are some of the most spectacular in the world. The water that surrounds the Similan Islands is crystal clear, and the variety of fish that you can view is seemingly endless. There are many dive operators in the area that you can use, and they offer two distantly different days under the sea.The first are the dive trips to the coral reefs, and the second are the excursions to

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witness firsthand the enormous granite boulders that are on the sea floor. The Similan Islands are only approximately an hour and half drive from Phuket, which is one of Thailand’s largest cities and a world class tourist destination.

Ayutthaya If you happen to be visiting Bangkok and are looking for a great way to spend a day by getting out of the city, you might want to consider traveling to Ayutthaya. It is only about an hour’s drive if the traffic is not too bad, and Ayutthaya itself is a reconstructed Thai village that was in existence from 1351 to 1767.Within the village, you will be able to witness for yourself stunning temples and other ancient architecturally correct buildings from this time period, that were made principally from wood.

It is a UNESCO world heritage site, and the Thai population is very proud of it and they love to show it off.It is a fairly large attraction, and the best way to get around it and make sure that you do not miss anything, is by renting a bicycle. It is also possible to take a boat tour to see some of the ruins that are close to the site, but not actually in it.

Bangkok’s Water Taxies Bangkok is a city with a population of around fourteen million people, and it has an extensive public transportation system. This system consist of the BTS (Sky Train), subway, both car and motorbike taxes, and almost an unlimited number of buses.

What most visitors do not realize though, is that hundreds of thousands of Thais regularly utilize the city’s water taxies as a way easily and efficiently commutes throughout the metropolis. Many centuries ago the city of Bangkok was selected as the nation’s capital, because there were multiple major rivers that flow through it. The army at this time was able to use these rivers as a way to defend the city by building canals, dams, locks, and floods.

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DISCOVER SCUBA DIVING FOR THE FIRST TIME @ PATTAYA DIVE CENTRE

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ife is about experiencing new things, because if you never try something new, you will never know what inspires you to take your life to the next level.

One of the most interesting things you can learn on holiday in Pattaya City is to Discover Scuba Diving for

the first time, which is a great experience by itself, but can also lead to a completely different career path. Pattaya Dive Centre is the most trusted and reputable dive agency in the city, known for their vast experience and undoubted quality and safety standards.

Located between Soi 10 and 11 just off Pattaya Beach Road in a prime position, Pattaya Dive Centre is the longest-standing dive agent in the city, and for good reason. Owned and operated by the British PADI Master Dive Instructor, David Wright, who has been in the city and on the dive scene for nearly 30 years, those who wish to learn scuba diving for the first time in Pattaya are in safe hands.

Not only do they offer a multitude of entry-level scuba diving courses, but also offer professional PADI courses that will set you on the path to becoming a dive instructor.

Whether you are seeking to learn something new or simply fancy boat excursions to explore the outlying islands in the Gulf of Thailand upon one of their vessels, Pattaya Dive Centre is a one-stopshop for all your nautical desires.

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Discover Scuba & PADI Open Water Courses If you want to try scuba diving for the first time just for fun, or with an eye on becoming a fully-certified dive instructor in the future, the Pattaya Dive Centre ‘Discover Scuba Diving’ course is ideal for learning the basics and to find out if you have what it takes in the most supportive and safest way.

The PADI-certified Open Water Course is the first step on the ladder, although the Discover Suba Diving Course takes only one day to complete with two dives and allows you to find out if this is for you.

By only taking up one day of your holiday, this is something that many people opt for in their pursuit of knowledge, and the prices are very affordable. There are many more advanced courses available after you have completed the basics, so this is the first step to success.

If you are on holiday with your family and/or friends, book a boat trip at Pattaya Dive Centre to explore the crystal blue waters of ‘The Gulf’, taking in amazing sites across the region that include the Samae San Islands, Koh Chuang, Koh Chan, Shark Fin Rock (Hin Chalam), Submarine Rock and The Hole.

Pattaya Dive Centre is the best and safest dive agent in the city with the most experience, perfect for first time divers or to get your advanced PADI certificates. So make sure you choose the best at the first time of asking. Do something different today at Pattaya Dive Centre… it’s something you will never regret!

PATTAYA DIVE CENTRE

Between Soi 10 and 11, Pattaya Beach Road Phone: +66 38 422 133 Website: www.divecentrepattaya.com Facebook: Pattaya Dive Centre PattayaCityUncovered.com

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PATTAYA RESTAURANTS The Best in Dining and Accommodation Momento Beach Restaurant & Resort see page 30 - 31

IN THIS SECTION ... > Find Out Why Everyone is Raving About @ Blue Olive Restaurant > The Ultimate British Pub At mosphere @ The Punch & Judy Pub > Launching Kong Juu Chinese Restaurant ห้องอาหารจีนกงจู 工福 @ New Nordic Pattaya > 10 Thailand Street Foods You Must Try > Delicious Argentinian Beef & Wine Promotions @ Aroi Pub Resto > Delicious French & International Cuisine on Walking Street @ La Notte Pub & Restaurant > The Best in Dining and Accommodation @ Momento Beach Restaurant & Resort PattayaCityUncovered.com

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FIND OUT WHY EVERYFIND OUT WHY EVERYONE IS RAVING ABOUT ONE IS RAVING ABOUT Blue Olive Restaurant Blue Olive Restaurant

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lthough Pattaya City is famous for its wide choice of eateries, the everevolving dining scene means that things can rapidly change. One thing that has remained consistently talked about over the past few months is the new menu

and philosophy of Blue Olive Restaurant. Formally known for their selection of Mediterranean-inspired cuisine, Blue Olive now offers a streamlined but more rounded menu with a delicious choice of international avors utilizing the best imported ingredients from across the globe.

Located on a side-street off Soi 8 of Theppprasit road directly between Jomtien and Pattaya, Blue Olive serves some of the best value international cuisine you will find and is one of the most talked about restaurants in the city with a real buzz about it. Make sure you find out why everyone is talking about Blue Olive by sampling their fantastic food this month.

They say a change is as good as a rest, and that is exactly what has happened a Blue Olive. Their new and exciting streamlined menu offers a diverse choice of dishes that focus more on top-notch European style food, while at the same time keeping true to its Medinspired roots.

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Stylish Blue Olive Menu Blue Olive is rapidly becoming the place to be for the finest choice of imported steaks in the city, imported from Canada and Australia and coming with an interactive menu where you can choose your own sauces and side-dishes that compliment not only the steak but also your taste buds.

There is something for everyone at Blue Olive, coming equipped with a fascinating selection of Mediterranean/Asian fusion dishes, combining the best elements from two of the most culturally rich regions in the world to create something that wows your palate. Make sure you don’t miss out on their tasty pasta dishes or other popular dishes that still exist from their old menu such as their Italian Starter platter and the amazingly affordable and delicious Lamb Shank.

Blue Olive merges top notch food in a friendly yet stylish interior that creates a comfortable dining experience. The staff have been trained in the ways of European standards and they are constantly improving on the overall service standards.

Daily Specials & New Opening Times Now open from 12-midday to 10pm at night, you can come along to Blue Olive to try out their delicious and

affordable lunches that offers the best value for money, especially for those who live and work in the city.

Blue Olive Restaurant is rapidly becoming one of the most talked about eateries in the city, located directly between Pattaya and Jomtien, offering top notch international avors for exceptional value and amidst a friendly yet stylish interior. Make sure you visit Blue Olive this month to find out what all the buzz is about.

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62/147 Moo 12 Theprasit Soi 8 Pattaya, Nongprue, Banglamung, Chonburi, Thailand 20150 Opening Times: 12 Midday to 10pm Phone: 038416285, 092 471 0604 Email: kim@akatraders.com Website: www.blueolivethailand.com www.facebook.com/blueolivepattaya PattayaCityUncovered.com

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THE ULTIMATE BRITISH PUB ATMOSPHERE @ THE PUNCH & JUDY PUB

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f you want to experience the ultimate British Pub style atmosphere in the heart of Pattaya, The Punch & Judy Pub is where all the local expats and holidaymakers in the know go to sample excellent British food and drink, and also to catch all the best live sporting events

from across the world. Make sure you visit Punch this month when you are in Pattaya and seek out quality food and drink at affordable prices.

Situated on Soi 8 of Thepprasit Road, Punch has an authentic British-pub like interior with lots of wooden fixtures and fittings, alongside a stunning menu and an affordable daily specials list and a new menu that has been implemented over the past couple of months.

There are lots of live sports taking place in October, so whether you are living in Pattaya or here on holiday and want to keep in contact with the sporting world, be sure you make that special pilgrimage to Punch & Judy.

Live Sport in October Come down to Punch & Judy this month to keep abreast of the live sporting events in October on their several at-screen TVs showcasing every major sporting event, all in English commentary. Punch is one of the best places in

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the city to keep in touch with the ongoing English Premier League (EPL) football season, amidst an exciting and vibrant atmosphere.

The Formula One season is also still ongoing with many races in October with the Japanese GP on the 9th Oct and also the United States GP on the 23rd and in Mexico on the 30th.

Other sporting events in October include the Rugby League Four Nations and also the European Darts Championship.

No matter what sport you follow, if it’s on television live throughout October, Punch & Judy is the place to be!

Live Music Evenings The Punch & Judy Live Music events take place every two weeks and are great evenings for music lovers.

Helmut and his band are the resident group, who play a cool choice of classic rock tunes that will keep your head-bobbing all night long. During this month, live music will take place every other Friday on the 14th and 28th. The music starts from 7:30pm onwards and promises to be lots of fun for music lovers.

Food & Drink Menus Over the past couple of months, Punch has created a new menu with a delicious choice of value for money dishes that offer large portions and affordable prices. From Greek Salads

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to Chicken Arrabiata, Hunters Chicken and more. A Kids menu is also available for just 99B, offering some nice choices. The pub is already known for their great choice of breakfasts and is the ultimate place in the city to enjoy a Traditional Sunday Roast.

There are other popular dishes such as fish and chips, bangers and mash and Indian curries and much more.

When you seek top notch British food for a price you can afford, the new Punch & Judy menu really does offer it all.

Punch offers the perfect choice of beverages to wash down the food, with draught beers such as Kopparberg(cider), Fosters, East Coast IPA, Stella, Boddingtons, Guinness, Tiger and Heineken. Happy Hour runs from 15:00 till 19:00 with ALL bottled beer just 65B during these hours.

Convenient and Affordable Guesthouse Rooms When you seek a high-quality guesthouse-style room in a convenient location for affordable prices, the recentlyrenovated rooms at Punch are the perfect choice. Situated above the pub, directly between Jomtien and Pattaya, these rooms offer the perfect base for you holiday.

Coming with double beds, bathrooms, minibars and all the latest mod-cons, you won’t find a more comfortable or convenient place to stay in the city.

Punch & Judy Pub Address: 62/191 Soi 8 moo 10, Nongprue Banglamung, Chon Buri 20150, Thailand Phone: +66 38 413 255 or +66 8 4870 3846 (Rob’s Mobile) Website: http://punchandjudy.co.th www.facebook.com/ThePunchJudyPub

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Launching Kong Juu Chinese Restaurant ห้องอาหารจีนกงจู 工福 @ New Nordic Pattaya

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he New Nordic chain of resorts is famous in Pattaya City for its high-quality property options and a fully-serviced community with a wealth of promotions across its numerous bars and restaurants. New Nordic is taking their dining and restaurant scene, and Pattaya’s, to the next level this month

with the exciting launch of their brand new Kong Juu Chinese Restaurant at the end of October that promises to offer something new and unique that we don’t currently see in Pattaya City.

Located on Soi 4 of Pratumnak Hill and known for its resorts and restaurants, New Nordic really is a paradise for those who seek that special slice of Scandinavia directly in the heart of the city between Pattaya and Jomtien.

Grand Opening Kong Juu Chinese Restaurant Launch If you live or on holiday in the Pattaya region and are a fan of Chinese cuisine, October is an exciting month.

New Nordic is about to launch their latest gastronomic masterpiece with the opening of the brand new Kong Juu Chinese Restaurant. This stylish new eatery will open its doors for the first time on the 29th October 2016 and promises to be something completely different to the small selection of Chinese restaurants that we currently have in the city.

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Please note: The grand opening of Kong Juu Chinese Restaurant will take place on the 29th October. There will be a traditional Chinese Dragon Dance shows, Live music, lucky draws and all manner of exciting things taking place. You really don’t want to miss this celebration of Chinese food and culture. For more details or to book your table for the grand opening, please call 080-6311835 or email fb@new-nordic.com.

This exciting new restaurant was designed with the Chinese practice of Feng-Shui in mind, which is roughly translated as ‘Geometrical Omen’ and aids the flow of positive energy throughout its premises. The Chinese

fundamentally believe that all the world is defined by the flow of ‘chi’, which will bring good luck and fortune for those who align the furnishings and layout of their business in the ways of Feng-Shui.

Kong Juu Chinese Restaurant is an authentic Chinese eatery that not only serves the best quality of cuisine, but will also introduce you to a world of Chinese culture that is often overlooked in the modern world. The staff will guide you through the complete Chinese dining experience from manners to how to eat the food in the correct way. There is lots of etiquette when it comes to Chinese food, which is an experience in itself.

The New Nordic chain of resorts on Pratumnak Hill really does offers something for everyone. Whether you are seeking top quality real estate, long-term rental apartments, short-term holiday stays, guided golf tours and excursions, chic bars and hangout spots or even top notch international cuisine within their stunning range of eateries that most notably include the popular and delicious New Nordic Steaks & Grill restaurant, New Nordic is the place to be in Pattaya City.

You can also keep in contact with the latest New Nordic promotions and events by visiting their Facebook page from the contact details below.

389/63 M12 Pratamnak Soi4, Pratamnak Rd. Pattaya 20150 Tel: 038 306 300 Email: booking@new-nordic.com www.new-nordic.com Facebook: newnordicgroup PattayaCityUncovered.com

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t’s a good idea to try the different tastes and flavours on offer when travelling Thailand. There are street vendors on almost every corner selling local delicacies at a low price. When out next, keep an eye out and see if you can find the dishes we

recommend. Be sure to give them a try because you’ll never know what you’ll find.

Cha Yen Strong brewed black tea mixed with condensed milk served in plastic bag or cup full of crushed ice. The bright orange drink will give you a strong caffeine kick and as good as a reliever for hot weather.

Kuaytiew Ruea Savoury pork noodle in herbal brown broth with fresh pork blood. The noodle is served in a small bowl with slices of pork and pork meat balls.

Mataba Flatbread fried on a pan stuffed with beef or poultry The dish is served with a vinegar dip and cucumber salad Fantastic to eat as a breakfast or hot snack during the day.

Khao Khai Jiew Easy to make Thai Dish. Using only beaten eggs and a few drops of fish sauce, then fried in hot oil until crisp. Usually eaten with chilli sauce, topped with rice or eaten as a side dish.

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Look Chin Ping Meatballs made from poultry, pork, meat, or fish.

Skewered with bamboo sticks then grilled on charcoal stove and eaten with sweet chilly dipping. A very popular dish with everyone.

Kuaytiew Tom Yum A popular swet and spicy noodle with zesty flavour from lime. The dish served in a bowl with pork balls, minced pork, dry shrimps, course ground peanut and bean sprout.

Khao Mun Kai Boiled chicken on flavourful rice that has been cooked in chicken stock and oil. The dish served with soup and spicy salted soya bean and chopped ginger dipping.

Tubtim Krob Popular Thai sweet made from water chestnut coated with tapioca flour, eaten with coconut milk topping and shaven ice. This is a perfect dessert for hot days.

Khao Niew Moo Ping Flavourful grilled pork on skewers eaten with sticky rice as a breakfast but is also eaten all day round.

Khao Kha Moo Pork leg stewed until tender in dark sweet and savoury broth. Eaten with white rice, pickled cabbage and baby Chinese kale. Just the aroma will make your taste buds dance.

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DELICIOUS ARGENTINIAN BEEF & WINE PROMOTIONS @ AROI PUB RESTO

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here is something special, almost spiritual, about eating a high-quality steak, and the only thing that can top such an experience is to wash it down with a stunning wine from one of the best wine-making regions

in the world. Aroi Pub Resto has been making a real name for itself in Pattaya for its top-notch imported ingredients and fine wines, not only because the quality, but also because of the affordably factor, and October is no different!

Located just over the opposite side of Sukhumvit Road in East Pattaya, just off Soi 89, and only a 10-minute drive from Jomtien and Pratumnak Hill, Aroi Pub Resto is an easy place to reach and visit.

Food promotions at Aroi Pub Resto in October Come along to Aroi Pub Resto this month to sample a stunning array of Argentinian beef steaks, perfectly cooked to your specifications and served with style. This month, the Argentinian Beef Fillet is ONLY 496 THB, which really is amazing value for money for such a top-quality product. Also on the menu will be their awe-inspiring and visually impressive Argentinian Beef Brochettes (Skewer) for ONLY 396 THB.

stunning Norwegian Salmon in papillote for ONLY 395 THB, which also represents fantastic value for money.

October Wine Promotions Red wine, Merlot - This stunning wine has a smooth finish (because of the soft tannins) and compliments all kind of meats. Lucky for us, these kind of grapes are underrated so in effect you get a high-quality wine for less money!

White wine, Chenin Blanc – The Aroi Pub Resto white wine monthly special is a Chenin Blanc. This wine in particular has a zesty and dry taste with a very nice crisp finish. With its mild acidity, this Chenin blanc is perfect with any kind of fish and seafood as well with chicken and pork dinners.

Both the above wines are available this month at Aroi Pub Resto (during the dinner) for only 500 THB per bottle.

Make sure you follow Aroi Pub Resto at: YouTube channel: Aroi Pub&Resto Facebook Page: Aroi pub pattaya

If you are more of a seafood fan, don’t feel left out, because this month, Aroi Pub Resto also has the Aroi Pub Resto Address: Toongklom-Talman Rd, Pattaya, Bang Lamung District, Chon Buri 20150 Phone: 082 459 5733 Facebook: /aroipattayapubresto

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DELICIOUS FRENCH & INTERNATIONAL CUISINE ON WALKING STREET

LA NOTTE PUB & RESTAURANT

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ne of the best things about holidaying in Pattaya is its world-class dining scene, offering a vast choice of eateries in such a concentrated space. The only problem with so much choice is that you need to know which restaurants are good and which ones are not so good, and

that’s where Pattaya City Uncovered is your perfect companion. One of the newest and most exciting restaurants, located directly on Walking Street, is La Notte Pub & Restaurant.

Becoming famous in Pattaya for its delicious blend of French-Inspired dishes and international cuisine, La Notte offers a 5-star atmosphere but is unpretentious and welcoming at all times. Situated on the beachside of Walking Street before Bali-Hai Pier and offering one of the most exciting gastronomic experiences in Pattaya City, La Notte is in a prime location if you are holidaying in the city and is even worth a special culinary journey.

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The eatery first opened its doors in May 2016, and although it’s still a culinary secret, now is a great time to experience their special dishes. Come along to dine within their stylish interior or on the outdoor terrace while sampling a breathtaking choice of terrines, tartars, imported oysters and imported steaks you won’t find anywhere else on Walking Street.

They offer some special culinary delights such as high-end duck foie gras, stuffed mussels, Parma ham platters, scallop dishes, smoked salmon, amazing salads and much more. If you don’t really know much about French cuisine but want to know what all the fuss is about, we recommend you try out La Notte’s delicious Raw Tartar Salmon or Tuna with lime and herbs; and also Beef Carpaccio with rocket salad and parmesan cheese.

If you enjoy imported meats, La Notte is the perfect venue, coming equipped with the highest quality imported steaks, amazing New Zealand Lamb dishes and lots of stunning seafood dishes such as tuna steaks and unique cuisine such as veal dishes, Parrot Fish with Baby Clams with Saffron Cream Sauce, and Preserved Duck Leg with SautĂŠed Potatoes and garlic.

Please note : : Visa and Credit Cards are accepted and welcome.

When you want to experience something different this month, the gastronomic delights at La Notte Pub & Restaurant on Walking Street will really open your eyes to a new and exciting culinary world.

Alongside their French-inspired specialties, there are some other international favorites with tasty pasta dishes and many other choices. The head-chef enjoys creating specials every month that showcase a wide-variety of interesting dishes, all of which you can see by visiting their Facebook page.

If you are a connoisseur of fine wines to compliment your food, La Notte offers a stunning range of wines from the best winemaking regions in the world.

LA NOTTE PUB & RESTAURANT 220/2-4 Walking Street (South Pattaya) Website: www.lanotte-pattaya.com Phone: 038 429 792 Facebook: Fan-page: /La-Notte-Pub-Restaurant PattayaCityUncovered.com PattayaCityUncovered.com

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THE BEST IN DINING AND ACCOMMODATION Momento Beach Restaurant & Resort

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he beauty of Pattaya as a city is there are many nooks and crannies, and places that are hidden away. Sometimes you have to live here to find some of the best hidden gems the city has to offer, or you could just read Pattaya City Uncovered

Magazine to discover secret getaways such as Momento Beach Restaurant & Resort. Merging a friendly and modern resort with a stylish international restaurant that serves all manner of cuisine styles that is predominantly inspired by French cuisine, Momento offers a truly unique experience in the heart of Pattaya.

Located just off Soi 8 of Thepprasit Road, offering hotel-style apartments, alongside some poolside villas and a poolside restaurant that also enjoys an elegant indoor dining area, the Moment Beach Resort is amazing value for money that never sacrifices on quality to ensure you get the best experience for the beast value for money prices.

Momento Resort Accommodation The resort is run and operated by a French couple who are extremely friendly and accommodating. The location of the resort ensures you are in a private estate but at the same time just a 5-minute drive to beaches, bars, international shopping centers and all the things that create a memorable and convenient holiday experience.

The choice of rooms consists of a low-rise building with apartment-style rooms and some beautiful wooden Thaistyle bungalows, all positioned around the resort’s communal swimming pool. The hotel-room style amenities include Wi-Fi internet, minibars, balconies/terraces, bathrooms, televisions, air-con and double beds.

Now is a great time to stay at Momento Beach Resort while we are still amidst the low-season months in Pattaya. Please see the amazingly affordable pricing below: - 495 THB Economic Double room - 890 THB Double room with Balcony - 1,100 THB Double room with terrace - 1,500 THB Bungalow with terrace Classy yet Unpretentious Dining The Momento Restaurant is located next to the resort and offers stylish indoor dining and poolside dining, offering a great choice of French-inspired international flavors and delicious Thai food in a friendly and welcoming environment. The restaurant is open from 9am to 11pm (10am opening at weekends) and is the perfect place for a continental breakfast or an affordable main course dish with a great choice of burgers, imported steaks, snacks and stylish French cuisine.

MOMENTO BEACH RESTAURANT & RESORT Mobile: 09 27 21 76 60 Telephone: 038-422-114

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Today we live in a world where one in five children born will live to 00 n 5, Life expectancy in the K was years n some more af uent areas today that number has risen to 8 So what does that mean for pensions During the 0s, 80s and even 0s, it was not uncommon for a company to offer their employees “defined benefit” or “final salary” pension schemes. They are supposed to do what they say on the tin, pay you your final salary for the rest of your life. However, when these were offered, how much longer people will live as highlighted above was grossly underestimated.

Current numbers are simply staggering.

Pension deficits for K companies alone exceed over GBP800 Billion. This is more than GDP of Denmark, reland and ew ealand combined, clearly an unsustainable situation Couple this with some of the recent horror stories such as the BHS and Tata Steel scandals, staying in these types of schemes leaves you vulnerable. There is a good chance you will not get what you have been expecting all these years so protect yourself, act now and ensure you get the pension you have worked hard for and deserve. f you are now living or plan to live in Thailand or indeed spend a lot of time here , the solution to the above is to move all your existing pensions (including any “defined contribution” plans into a ROPS Registered Overseas Pension Schemes As well as protecting yourself from the aforementioned scenarios of company’s not being able to fulfil their pension liabilities, there are many other advantages such as: • aving control over where your pension is invested • ot being charged the excessive layering of fees that are often associated with pension providers • nvesting directly with the Fund managers • Access to a much wider range of products such as precious metals, derivatives, direct e uity and property • Tax efficiency, pay a tax of ust 5 on any income you withdraw against 0 in the K and in some countries much higher (Norway for example I believe is 3 • Start drawing down at age 55 or earlier if there are health concerns • Benefit from all income and gains earned accruing tax fee • Can move at any age even if you are not able to draw benefit yet so can plan more efficiently for your retirement • anage your currency exposure For a free, no obligation review of your situation please call 0 3 5 or email craig gothailandtoretire.com or pop into our office conveniently located in Central Pattaya.

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THAI RETIREMENT CO, LTD.

Pattaya 3rd Rd. LK President

Craig and Fern have established this family-run business, with Craig’s expertise being a Chartered Accountant with over 20 years working in finance, mostly in based in Jersey. Craig’s knowledge on pensions and investments makes him the ideal person to consult when making the big move.

Craig and Fern made the big move to Thailand from the Channel Islands in July 2015 with their two teenage sons, so with their own personal knowledge of relocating and Craig’s undoubted financial planning expertise, they can give you the lowdown on how to successfully move to Thailand and how to make the system work in your favour.

With Craig as the financial expert and Fern’s previous experience working for visa specialists and her knowledge of insurance policies, their combined expertise covers every aspect of moving to or retiring in Thailand, ensuring you side-step potential disasters and get on with the most important thing – you living in the Land of Smiles and creating that dreamlike lifestyle for yourself and your loved ones without any hiccups.

THAI RETIREMENT CO, LTD. Email: fern@gothailandtoretire.com Tel: 0 3 4 , 0 38 4 4 3 Address: Thai Retirement Co.LTD 383/5 Soi Chaiyapoon oo Nongprue, Banglamung, Chonburi 20150 Thailand.

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MERGING STYLE, QUALITY AND AFFORDABILITY @ VILLA ASIATIC BY FED PROPERTY GROUP It’s a great time for those who want to buy and invest in Pattaya’s thriving real estate market, but with so many options, it can be difficult to find that perfect development that merges quality, style and affordability into an unbeatable package. Villa Asiatic is one of those special Pattaya developments that is the complete package, combining the best elements of Asian panache with high-quality materials and European design values that sets it apart from the rest.

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Villa Asiatic Development Overview With a total of 66 Modern Asian Villas with 3 floor-plan types and 12 amazingly affordable and stylish townhomes, Villa Asiatic is currently offering some of the best real estate in the city with prices you can afford. You even have the opportunity to streamline and customize your own villa with a varying choice of plot sizes, whether you want a private swimming pool or not, the number of bedrooms and even the color scheme that will give your property its own identity.

Benefitting from the perfect location just a 20-minute drive outside Pattaya City, ideal for those who work in Pattaya but want to live in a tranquil and peaceful environment with all the best the city has to offer just a quick drive away. Ideal for singles, couples and families alike, Villa Asiatic is just 1-km from the sea and offers a stunning choice of stylish pool villas and elegant townhomes for very competitive prices.

The three villas types: Garden Villas (144sqm) with prices starting from 5.4 million THB; Grand Villas (171sqm) with prices starting from 5.9 million THB and Deluxe Villas (181sqm) with prices starting from 6.8 million THB. Villa Asiatic Townhomes The Villa Asiatic Townhomes are the perfect example why the development is becoming the perfect choice in Pattaya.

There are 12 townhomes in total, set across 2x backto-back rows with 6 properties apiece with a 36m-long communal swimming pool. All the townhomes are 6-meters wide and 10-meters in length, with the classic layout of 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, with elongated 2nd floor balconies.

The townhomes can be customized with 2-master bedrooms, which will also have a small living area between the 2 bedrooms. Villa Asiatic is all about offering you the perfect choice to compliment your lifestyle.

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The townhomes come with large terraces and car parking, partially covered and built for the ultimate in functionality. One of the best features of these properties is that soundreducing windows are planned to be installed so that the atmosphere stays peaceful and quiet.

These townhomes are the perfect investment opportunity and also great for those wishing to get their first footing on the Pattaya property ladder.

Onsite Facilities & Location The best part about Villa Asiatic is you can enjoy their world-class onsite communal facilities that will complement your modern lifestyle of today.

Coming with a great selection of facilities that include a fully-equipped gymnasium, a central communal swimming pool, children’s play areas, gardens and 24-hour security, you have everything you need all under one roof.

The development’s location is ideal for those who live and work in the city, 1-km from the sea and a short drive into the city and to other popular areas such as Lake Mabprachan and East Pattaya with its international schools and world-class golf courses.

Villa Asiatic represents everything that is right about living in the Pattaya region, merging quality, value for money and style into an unbeatable residential and/or investment opportunity. There are some show units currently available, so give them a call today using the contact details below to take advantage of this amazing opportunity.

Villa Asiatic Railway Bypass, Moo 7, Nongpalai, Nongprue, Chonburi 20150

Phone: 0633821881, 0633821991

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PATTAYA GOLF TOURS ARE THE FUTURE

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inston Churchill once said, “Golf destroys a good walk.” Obviously he was better at winning wars than hitting a 2-iron. Golf tours have become big business across the

world, and with participation levels at the highest point ever, one would say this is a renaissance period for the sport. Pattaya is known for many things, but did you know there are over 20 golf courses within a 45-minute drive of downtown? Pattaya golf is the future, I’ve tasted it, and boy is it succulent!

There are not many destinations in the world, never mind Asia, which have the total package in regards to a golf tour holiday. With so many great courses of all levels and a perpetual holiday environment that brings you fantastic beaches, jaw-dropping nightlife, restaurants serving cuisine from the four corners of the globe and a wide selection of tourist attractions, it’s hardly surprising that Pattaya is being touted as the ‘next big thing’ on the golf holiday marketplace.

Pattaya Golf Courses The beauty of playing golf in Pattaya is you have so many courses of all design styles, prices and levels.

From the immense challenges at Championship courses such as Siam Country Club and Laem Chabang International Country Club to the laidback and easy-breezy rounds of golf at Emerald GC, Plutaluang Royal Thai Navy Golf Course and Eastern Star GC in Rayong with their amazing value-formoney green fees. Mid-range courses include St. Andrews 2000, Rayong Green Valley, Phoenix GC, Burapha GC, Bangphra GC and many more. The choice is astounding, and with over 20 courses within a 45-minute drive of each other, this is a golf-lover’s paradise. It’s like you died and went to fairway heaven.

Recommended golf tour agents in Pattaya: www.pattayagolf.net www.thaigerlinegolf.com www.pattayagolf.com www.thailandgolfholidays.com Golf for Expats When deciding where to live or retire in the world, Pattaya is a great choice for those expats wanting golf on tap 24/7. The majority of golf expats enjoy living in Rayong, which is just a 30-minute drive from Pattaya, because there are several courses all within a 10-minute drive. Affordable green fees and valuefor-money are the main facets that an expat golfer desires. Locals take advantage of golf discount cards such as the Pattaya Sports Club card, which allows its members discounted green fees at nearly every course in the region.

As you can see, Pattaya golf is bursting from the seams like a German tourist in speedo shorts on Beach Road. If you are already here on holiday and didn’t bring your clubs along but now fancy a round, all courses have club and golf shoe rentals, so what are you waiting for?

Golf for Tourists There is something magical about playing golf in Thailand. Maybe it’s the all-year-round sunny climate, or the affordable green fees, or maybe the amazing hospitality of the courses which are famous for their beautiful caddies and onsite restaurants and spas. In honesty it is probably a mixture of all of the above.

Most avid golfers book their Pattaya golf tours before they even get here. There is a great selection of golf tour agents in the city, ensuring you can simply turn up with your clubs in hand while the agents organizes your green fees, tee-off times and all your taxi transfers to and from the courses.

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EUROPEAN QUALITY CUSTOM CLOTHING – MADE IN THAILAND @ SINTO TRADING

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he differences in Asian and European custom-made fashion are quite contrasting. In Asia, buyers have a vast choice at affordable prices. But quality often suffers. After a few cycles in the washing machine the

seams break. Colors fade and buttons fall off. This leads to disappointment and buyer’s remorse.

In Europe, quality standards are higher, but so are prices. When individuals want to buy custommade fashion they experience sticker-shock For buyers of several items, the issue gets multiplied by the number of items bought.

But do you have to choose between European quality and Asian pricing? Wouldn’t it be great to have the best of both worlds?

Meet Sinto Trading in Nongprue Banglamung.

Sinto makes custom-clothing for sports, school, and work. The company puts as much emphasis on quality as you would expect of a Swiss company. This is not by chance. Christoph Balzli, a Swiss citizen founded the company in 2011.

Christoph’s emphasis on quality and attention to detail is refreshing. He believes that “premium materials, attention to detail, and excellent working conditions are the foundation for success.”

Sinto has grown to a team of 100 happy employees. Design, pattern making, printing, painting, embroidery and sewing all take place under one roof. This improves communication and collaboration, leading to the highest quality products and service.

The Sinto way of thinking also believes that working together for local charities is paramount.

Sinto’s employees spend a significant amount of free time helping out at fundraisers and other good causes. This does not only help the community but also increases teamwork and camaraderie significantly.

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The company’s expertise includes creating custom-clothing for sports teams, schools, and work. Also individuals looking for children’s clothing or oversized apparel will be in the best hands.

Sinto’s custom-made clothing offers superior designs, quality materials, and affordable prices.

Choose from many different design styles, colors and fabrics. Discuss your ideas with Sinto’s consultants. They will guide you through the different styles and options to ensure your highest satisfaction.

The end result: comfortable, durable, and stylish apparel for yourself or for your team.

Use the contact details below to get the best quality clothing products, custom-made for success. Or visit Sinto to meet the team, tour the factory, and discuss your ideas. Mention “PATTAYA CITY UNCOVERED” and get 15% off your first order valid until ov 30, 0

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LEGAL EXECUTION IN CIVIL CASES By: Magna Carta Law Office

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ivil cases generally involve private disputes between persons or organizations. Civil Case arises when one party plaintiff files a legal action to the court with a claim that

another party defendant has failed to carry out a legal obligation owed to them, thus requiring the defendant to fulfill that obligation and/or make monetary compensation for the damages incurred, or to act or to abstain from a certain act.

When the court’s decision has been awarded but the losing party disregards it, a Legal Execution action, carried out by an Executing Officer, will come into place. Legal Execution Action starts by requesting the court to issue a Writ of Execution and to appoint an Executing Officer who may seize or attach the losing party’s property or evict the losing party from his/her premise or demolish such property as per the Writ of Execution.

In order to get the Executing Officer to attach a Judgment Debtor’s property, a request must be filed with the Executing Officer specifying the property to be attached. Attachment is a legal process of seizing or apprehending a property owned by the debtor to be transferred to the creditor or to be sold for the benefit of the creditor, to ensure compliance with a judgment. All the relevant documents must be submitted which includes a copy of the House Registration or Certificate of Incorporation of Juristic Person of the Judgment Debtor or of those related to the claim. All documents must be certified by relevant officers not over one month prior to the date of submission.

After notifying the relevant debtors if any and the relevant Registrars that the property has been seized, the Executing Officer shall report to the court and ask for the court’s permission to start the public auction.

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may make the announcement and send a notice to the Judgment Creditor to notify the venue and the date of the public auction.

Judgment Creditor will receive payment once the auction is completed. In the case that the Judgment Debtor’s property is attached, the Judgment Creditor will receive payment once the attached amount is received. The Executing Officer will call upon the Judgment Creditor to examine the statement of income and expenditure; if the Judgment Creditor finds the statement in good order, he/she may proceed to collect the payment. Otherwise, the Judgment Creditor may file a motion of objection to the Executing Officer who will then put the payment on hold until the case is final.

The udgment Creditor must present his/her original ID card or other identification cards (with photo issued by any government agencies f a proxy is to be appointed, the proxy must bring a Power of Attorney in the official form prescribed by the Legal Execution Department along with the Judgment Creditor’s original ID card for validation. In case the Judgment Creditor is a Juristic Person, a company affidavit must be presented.

To contact the Executing Officer, the Writ of Execution must be checked from which court it was issued. If it was issued from a provincial court, you may contact the Executing Officer in such province. If it was issued from a court in Bangkok, you may contact the Civil Case Enforcement Bangkok Office 1-6 which is now open to the public for the convenience of proceeding with the execution of civil cases including property seizure, eviction, demolition, attachment, disposal and deposit of property.

Reference The Legal Execution Department

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GETTING FIT AND FEELING GREAT

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here is much evidence that suggests being fit and healthy is intrinsically linked to the success you have in your working life and also in your personal relationships. Getting and keeping fit is an important part of life in so many ways. With Pattaya being such

popular holiday destination, those who live here can get caught up in the nightlife scene and other activities that can impair our health, but when you want to get and keep fit in the Pattaya and omtien region, K-Private Fitness ym in omtien can help you to change your life for the better.

innovative equipment such as folding treadmills, vibrating machines, exercise bikes and rowing machines.

When you want to get or keep in shape in a warm and friendly environment in Pattaya and omtien, the K-Private Fitness ym can help you to feel great and confident to balance all parts of your life in perfect harmony.

When you need to find a fitness center in the region that offers a friendly and welcoming atmosphere, K-Private Fitness ym is the cleanest and most respectful gym in the city, ideal for the more mature persons and females.

The family-style atmosphere of the gym really does make it a special place to get fit, combining the latest innovative fitness equipment with an atmosphere that enjoys a very sociable vibe where everyone who uses the equipment respects each other while always offering lots of support, personified by K-Private Fitness ym’s founder and owner, Koni olenstein, who is not only a former professional footballer, but also a Sports Science graduate and a father figure for the gym’s personage.

The gym is located right in the heart of Jomtien in the View Talay Residence 1 development on Jomtien Second Road, easy to find and visit, and home to a range of

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Not only do we want to keep our potential customers coming back for more, but we need to offer them quality. X-Trend and K-Tech Fitness Equipment is the ultimate place to go when you need high-quality fitness machines that last the test of time, so if you already have an existing fitness center or are establishing a new one, X-Trend is the ultimate solution to take your business to the next level.

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Founded and owned by former professional footballer, Koni Holenstein, who is also a Sports Science Graduate.

The philosophy at X-Trend is to offer a high-quality product for a fair price. Although there may be cheaper options in the marketplace, the word ‘cheap’ is also synonymous with ‘low quality’, and when we are talking about fitness machines, those of inferior quality don’t last very long where the rigors of daily gym life are concerned. X-Trend products are built to last.

What separates X-Trend from others is their dedication to their customers. With a 2-year guarantee on all products and 24-hour rapid response customer care, you can get the best advice and rapidly replace parts, which is just another reason why they are one of the most respected reputable companies around.

X-Trend and K-Tech Equipment is located in Pattaya, Thailand, distributing the latest and greatest fitness machines on the market, innovative and

X-Trend design and construct all their products in-house with the focus on quality. Visit their sister company, K-Private Fitness Gym in Jomtien, where you can see their products such as the most innovating folding treadmills, professional elliptical cross trainers and recumbent and upright cycles, professional grade rowers, grade steppers and vibrating machines in action.

When you want to take your fitness center to the next level, X-Trend and K-Tech Fitness Equipment in Jomtien and Pattaya are the ultimate choice.

X-Trend and K-Tech Fitness Equipment 404/201 Moo 12 Jomtien Second Road, Nongprue, Banglamung, Chonburi 20150, Thailand Tel: +66 (0) 80 080 6070, (0) 38 059 650 E-mail: info@x-trend.com, info@k-techfitness.com Web: www.x-trend.com, www.k-techfitness.com

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GERMAN-STANDARD VEKA BRANDED UPVC WINDOWS IN THAILAND

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ne of the great things about living in Thailand is that we get to enjoy a sub-tropical climate all year-round, beautiful scenery and beaches, but we also enjoy lots of modern amenities that are ideal for Westerners. However, when you seek high-quality Germanstandard VEKA-branded uPVC windows and doors, the most reputable and trusted company in Thailand is ARC Component Manufacturing Rayong, offering the best solutions for the security and noise and energy reduction of your property. nstalling world-class erman VEKA-branded uPVC windows or doors in your property will be one of the best decisions you make. Not only do they keep the heat outdoors where it belongs to ensure your property remains cool, but they also cut down on your energy bills while at the same time offering noise-reduction, which can be especially important for those who live in Thailand’s major tourism areas where there are lots of nightlife activities and traffic.

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• 0 year’s warranty on window profiles • Demand for repairs or additional orders are warranted by branded products • V resistant • nsect screens integrated into the window tracks or gasket • erman design, production supervision and uality standard VEKA branded windows have outstanding: • Low susceptibility: The thick walls of Class-A VEKA profiles secure the fixed welding of the wondow’s corners, which in turn prevents the burst. This ensures that the strength of the welds meets extremely high standards and exceeds the strength of Class B and C profiles.

• High stability: Class-A VEKA profiles help to increase the stability of the frame and wing to bend and rotate.

In comparison to the Class-B type, this increases the resilience of the profiles on 20% of the drag of the screws, which is the fortress of the fitting to be used.

• Perfect resistance to temperature changes: Living in Thailand, especially during the monsoon months, rapid changes in temperature can be quite large in the space of just a few hours. When the sun is shining on

the windows, it absorbs heat and energy, which stretches the profile. When it cools down it has the opposite effect. The cooler the window becomes, the more it shrinks, and in quite a short period of time. There are high voltages, especially in the welds, so the thick walls of the VEKA Profiles assure you excellent static and a fixed weld in the corners of the window, without the risk of this burst.

• Acoustic insulation: Class-A VEKA profiles also offer higher acoustic comfort, thanks to the successful insulation of exterior vehicle noise, which is essential when living in busy, city-like locations.

When you want to make the best investment for your house or apartment, ARC Component Manufacturing’s German VEKA-branded uPVC doors and windows offer the highest quality, while keeping the heat and noise outside, reducing your energy bills and creating the ultimate comfort for your living conditions. ARC Components offer the best tailor-made solutions and are available throughout Thailand. Please use the contact details below to consult their experts, to find out more details or to get your quote directly.

ARC Component Manufacturing Rayong Co.,Ltd. 5 / 0,Chaiyapornvitee Rd, ongplalai, Banglamung, Chonburi 20150 56/10-12 หมู่ 2 ถนนชัยพรวิถี 25, ต.หนองปลาไหล, อ.บางละมุง ชลบุรี 20150 Tel: 038 - 223893 Fax: 038 - 223894 Email: info@arc-windows-doors.com www.arc-windows-doors.com For English or German call 09 2980 2198

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THAILAND Q&A – USEFUL INFORMATION 1: You have rented a car or motorbike to get around the city and keep getting cut-up by other motorists and feel a bout of road rage coming on, do you?

A Flip out and start shouting at the motorists who are causing you problems.

B. Remember that you are in a foreign country and that they have a different mentality towards driving, so write it off as cultural differences.

C. Write down the license plate number of the motorist in question to inform the police.

D. Drive your vehicle back to Rental Company and never drive on Thai roads ever again.

2: You are stopped by the police and asked for your passport (which is in your hotel) to confirm your identity, do you?

A. Tell the policeman that you think it is a breach of your personal freedoms and tell him to ‘do one’ B. You can’t be bothered to explain yourself so you make a quick bolt for it and hope they don’t catch you.

C. Tell them that your passport is in your hotel and that you can help them in any way possible.

D. Call the tourist police to come and defend you as you don’t trust the police officer in question.

3. You go to the pharmacy and the Thai guy in front of you orders the same pills that you want, but when you come to pay, you realize that the price is twice the Thai person’s, so you?

A. Accept that this is Thailand and you have more money than they do, so paying almost double is just one of those things.

B. Make a scene and tell them how backwards it is to charge people two different prices for the same products based on your color and nationality.

C. Go to another pharmacy and keep repeating the process until one of them charges you the same Thai price.

D. Go back to your home country and write blogs warning people about the double-pricing standards in Thailand.

4. You have met a lovely lady or man in a bar and take them back to party in your hotel room. Amidst the fun, your companion starts flipping out and acting all erratic, do you?

A rab him/her by the scruff of the neck and unceremoniously eject them from your hotel room, preferably out of the door not the window B. Get aggressive and start firing back insults to ensure you get the upper hand.

C. Try and talk it over in a calm and friendly manner with lots of smiles and concern for the change in attitude.

D. Make a big scene, call security and cause major havoc in the hotel.

5. You are out drinking in a bar, and although you have only had a few beers, when you receive your bill it’s obviously for someone else, or they are trying to overcharge you, do you?

A. Be nice and smiley and inform the boss of the bar that you have only had a few beers and that this bill is either not your or has been doctored.

B. Stamp your feet and tell them you are never coming to their bar again because they are thieves.

C. Pay the bill, even if it is extremely incorrect, and remember never to go back there again.

D. Tell them in no uncertain terms you are not paying the bill and then continue to call the tourist police and make a big drama out of everything.

Answers- B, C, A, C, A.

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IN THIS SECTION ... > Your Home for Live American Sports in October @ I-Rovers > 4 Interesting Ways to Spend Halloween in Pattaya > Win a Trip to NYC with the Prestigious Legends Pool & Sports Bar 8-Ball Comp > 6 Things That Make a Unique Night Out In Pattaya > EASY VISA services are 100% Guaranteed

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YOUR HOME FOR LIVE AMERICAN SPORTS IN OCTOBER @ I-ROVERS SPORTS BAR

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f you are an American expat or tourist living or holidaying in Pattaya, you already know how difficult it can be keep in touch with the American sporting events that really do personify everyday life and culture in the USA. Finding the right venue in Pattaya City can sometimes be problematic with so many sports bars focused on English Premier

League (EPL) Football and so forth, but if you want to catch the best choice of live American sports in Pattaya, the I-Rovers Sports Bar on Soi LK Metro is a real gem.

Positioned in a peaceful corner of Soi LK Metro, open 24-hours per day, and offering a top notch choice of food and drink, served by warm and gracious hosts, make sure you visit I-Rovers this month for the best choice of American sporting events in Pattaya City.

Live American Sport in Pattaya Whether you enjoy NFL, NCAA College Football or even NBA Basketball, I-Rovers is the place to be in October.

They will be showcasing the ongoing NFL and NCAA College American Football seasons, while at the same time offering the best place in the city to catch the start of the ever-exciting NBA season that commences on the 26th October.

Every NFL and NBA game will be shown at I-Rovers across their 21 flat-screen TVs in full English-speaking commentary with before and after-game analysis.

Most sports bars in Pattaya show the main live NFL game, but at I-Rovers, they have the facilities to showcase EVERY GAME, which means you can simultaneously enjoy 8 games at the same time, which ensures you get to see your team play. Not only that, but the word is out about I-Rovers showing every game, which has attracted big crowds over the past couple of weeks because nothing is better than watching the games with likeminded souls amidst an exciting adrenalin-filled environment.

Alongside this month’s exciting American sports, you can also keep in touch with other popular live sporting events such as the ongoing English Premier League Football season and much more, while also enjoying a fantastic and affordable Western food menu with a great choice of main courses, breakfasts, snacks and even Thai food. Does is get any better in the city for the total sports experience than at I-Rovers? We don’t think so!

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I-ROVERS SPORTS BAR

Location: The corner of Soi LK Metro Phone: +66 (0) 38489494 Mobile: 099 152 4076 Website: www.i-rovers.com

4 INTERESTING WAYS TO SPEND HALLOWEEN IN PATTAYA

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lthough Halloween has its roots in Pagan, Celtic and Gaelic cultures, this spooky event has predominantly been celebrated

by Americans since the early 1900s, but in modern times has become a permanent

fixture on the event calendar of most Western countries around the world, with even SE-Asian nations such as Thailand accepting it into their pulsating blood-spewing hearts.

So if you are in Pattaya for Halloween and want to celebrate this ghoulish festival, you might have to come up with some ideas because the city doesn’t have many Halloween parties per say, but that doesn’t mean you can’t find a few interesting ways to spend Halloween in Pattaya.

Dressing Up in Costume When you think about it, Pattaya is the perfect place for an exhibitionist or for someone who likes to dress up and show off a bit. It happens most nights in Pattaya anyway whether it’s Halloween or not!

Halloween gives you a free pass to squeeze into your wife’s clothes, presumably when she is not in them, or even to dress up like the Bride of Frankenstein or some other equally ghastly character from a grisly Bram Stoker or Edgar Allan Poe tale. Imagine you and your friends dressed up like the Suicide Squad for Halloween! Many people go out to the major nightclubs on Walking Street dressed up in costumes for Halloween, so it’s not like you would be out of place.

trick or treat, and although you might be greeted with looks of confusion as you ask a Soi 6 bargirl for some cotton candy, you never know what you might receive as a treat. Be careful though when it comes to playing tricks on Thais because they might not take it with the fun it was intended.

Ripley’s Believe it or Not One of the grisliest museums in the world is the Ripley’s Believe it or ot museum in Pattaya Their ‘ ouse of Horrors’ has some of the goriest models and persons in the history of horrible and anti-social psychopaths to the point that it really is impressive. If you want to get into that Serial-Killer- alloween state of mind, nothing will put you in the mood for butchery and brutality than Ripley’s Believe it or Not Museum, located in the Royal Garden Plaza Mall in the heart of Pattaya beach road.

Catch a Scary Movie for Halloween Not everyone wants to be seen in public flaunting their more nefarious and darker side. A good way to celebrate Halloween in Pattaya is a scary movie marathon with your friends, or enemies even! A trip to one of Pattaya’s world-class cinemas such as the S F at Central Festival or at Boat Avenue could get you in the spirit (excuse the pun for alloween Better yet, if you live here in Pattaya or are renting a holiday villa rental for you vacation, you could host your very own Scary Movie Party for Halloween. How cool would that be?

Walking Street and Soi 6 Trick or Treat Now you are dressed up for Halloween, it’s about time we form a Walking Street and Soi 6 Pattaya Trick or Treat game. Dressed in your haunting attire, you could visit every bar on Soi 6 or even Walking Street to play

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WIN A TRIP TO NYC WITH THE PRESTIGIOUS LEGENDS POOL & SPORTS BAR 8-BALL COMP

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f you fancy yourself as a top pool player and you live or are on holiday in Pattaya during November, you will get the opportunity to win the amazing once-ina-lifetime prize of a fully-paid trip to New York City by winning the prestigious 8-Ball Pool Tournament at Legends Pool & Sports Bar in Pattaya. Do you have

The World 8 Ball Series, founded and organized by Multiple World Champion Darren Appleton and to be held in Steinway Billiards New York January 14th-17th 2017. The winner of this qualifying event will be guaranteed entry into the last 128 of the Main Event.

what it takes to claim the top prize in this ground-breaking event? Only time will tell!

There are a minimum of 32 players in this amazing event at Legends with a double elimination to get to the last 8 players, who will then compete in a straight knock-out. The competition will be played in accordance with WPA rules with the addition of added World 8-Ball Series rules.

Legends Pool & Sports Bar is located in the heart of Pattaya City on the 3rd Road intersection with Pattaya Klang, known for being the ultimate pool-playing venue in Eastern Thailand. Popular as a venue to watch live sport and to partake in a game of pool or even darts, coming equipped with world-class pool facilities that include 11 Brunswick 9ft Metro Pro Tournament tables and purpose-built darts ochies, you won’t find facilities like these anywhere else in this part of the world.

The next month at Legends is building up to the most talked about 8-Ball Pool Comp Pattaya has ever seen!

Win a Trip to NYC with Legends The countdown to the most prestigious and exciting 8-ball comp in Pattaya is creating a buzz like which we haven’t seen for years in the city. Taking place at Legends on the 12th and 13th November 2016 with a 2pm start on both days, the winner of this ultra-competitive event will win flights to and accommodation in New York City, and not only that, the winner will receive a Qualifying Spot for 50

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If you think you have what it takes to scoop the top prize and advance to New York, the entrance fee is 3,000 THB. We would suggest that you book your place in the tournament right away or you could literally miss out on the opportunity of a lifetime!

More details: - Winner will receive flights, entry into last 128 of the Main event, hotel plus World Series Affiliation Fees.

- Also if you lose before the last 32 of the New York Event you will be entered into the challenge event.

- All Money in will be paid out and other cash prizes will be paid out for Runner-Up and Semi Finals dependent on entries.

- Please note this event will be played on 9ft tables same as the World 8 Ball series - Only open to non-World Series invited players.

- All Entry fees to be paid in full before the 1st November depending on how many entrants

October and November are set to be the most exciting times that Legends Pool & Sports Bar has ever witnessed, so if you want to have that amazing opportunity to win a paid trip to NYC, or you want to enjoy the live sporting events from across the world in the most vibrant atmosphere, make sure you get down to Legends this month.

For more information or details please contact The Tournament Director Brooksey on +66983605067 or Robbo on +66929302595.

Live Sport in October Although lots of focus at Legends will be on their 8-ball tournament, the live sporting world doesn’t stop for anyone or anything. Legends is already known as the ultimate place to catch live sports in Pattaya with several flat-screen TVs and their brand new 150” HD projection screen, which is the biggest and best in the city, showcasing all sporting events in full English-speaking commentary.

Keep in touch with the ongoing English Premier League Football Season with all televised games live at Legends in October. If you are passionate about Formula One, you catch this month’s races from Japan on the 9th Oct and also the United States GP on the 23rd and in Mexico on the 30th.

Other sporting events taking place this month that you can catch at Legends include Major League Baseball, the Rugby League Four Nations and also the European Darts Championship.

LEGENDS POOL & SPORTS BAR Address: 324/10, Pattaya Klang Soi 5, Pattaya, Chonburi 20150, Thailand

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THINGS THAT MAKE A UNIQUE NIGHT OUT IN PATTAYA

id you know that Pattaya has the highest concentration of bars of anywhere else in the world? Me neither, I just conjured up that ‘fact’ out of the ether on a second’s notice as an ode to my shoddy journalism. However, I

have never visited another place with so much going on in such a short space. It’s hardly surprising that there are still Vietnam veterans stumbling around Pattaya in a mind-blown state over 40 years after the war has finished ost of them don’t even realize the war is over. What makes a night out in Pattaya so unique? Here are 6 reasons why. #1 Closing Times Generally speaking, bars and clubs around the world usually close between midnight and 2am in the morning. Bars in Thailand are supposed to close at approximately 2am as well, but as Pattaya is its own self-governing republic, you can wander down Walking Street at 5am in the morning and it feels like the evening is just beginning. Be prepared to work the night shift hours when partying in Pattaya. This is the ultimate 4/ party capital of the world #2 So Many Different Nationalities When you go on holiday to Spain or some equally famous tourist destination, you usually find quite a lot of nationalities there. However, Pattaya seems to magnetically pull persons from every corner of the globe towards its embracing allure. I have danced around the handbags of Venezuelan females on a team-building seminar, talked Eastern European politics with a Kazakhstani, shared snuff with an iguana-breeder from Papua New Guinea, thrown rocks at ladyboys with a Pakistani-born ex-CIA agent with dubious links to Mossad, gulped aquavit with Mongolian goat herders and performed the moonwalk with Kosovan refugees on Soi Pattaya really is that kind of place to meet some wonderful people from every country and walk of life. #3 The Coconut Bar Did you know you can have a great night out in Pattaya without entering a bar establishment? Pattaya Beach Road, otherwise known as the Coconut Bar, is littered with all

manner of colorful people see above t is standard practice to spend an entire evening buying alcohol from / while trawling down beach road and interacting with females plying their trade and hawkers selling everything from the latest counterfeit DVDs and CDs to sex toys and e-cigs. Anything can happen at the Coconut Bar, and usually does! #4 Go-Go Bars Is there anything more unique in Pattaya than its go-go bars? I don’t think so! You can find lap-dancing clubs and houses of ill-repute all over the world, but nothing can prepare you for the antics that manifest into reality in Pattaya’s go-go bars. It doesn’t matter if you are a man or woman, or a couple; you have to check out these dens of iniquity on a night out in the city. You would visit the Coliseum when in Rome and the Statue of Liberty when in New York, right? #5 Ladies of the night Attracting single men in their thousands, Pattaya’s very own special ladies of the night are one of the instrumental reasons for visiting Pattaya. I can’t tell you what hasn’t already been said a million times. Just have a great time and go for it. Try not to fall in love and you will be fine. #6 The Third Sex To uote The Kink’s 0’s pop hit ‘Lola’, She looks like a woman but talks like a man.” Ladyboys really are a fascinating species, even described as the ‘Third ender’ owhere else in the world accepts transsexuals like in Thailand, and that’s why you see so many of them, not just working the streets, but also with normal obs working in / and such The only problem is that if you are a man or a woman seeking some female company for the evening, you might be in for a shock when you peel off the wrapping paper. It defiantly doesn’t do what it says on the label.

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