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A wide selection of popular European & Thai dishes Our Bar is well selected with many local and foreign beers and wines.

You will find us on Soi 112 close to the Floating Market Hua Hin. There is plenty of parking space.

Bring your children – We have a Kid´s Menu and a well equipped playground.

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omplaining about not enough water, mother Earth answered all wishes by bathing us in rain, floods and storms. Man-made, man caused we proclaim. Not so dear readers. This Earth has had changes in temperature all through pre-human and human history. Of course our habitat misbehaviour does not favour nature´s stability. Our trusted but deceiving politicians do not contribute through legislation, law enforcement or veto, deforestation which is only greed and personal gain, enrichment. What is happening in Brazil, Africa and other developing regions is inexcusable. Who are we to complain?

Any other extra natural happening has a lot to do with our journey through space, our proximity to the sun and other heavenly bodies. Car emissions have gone down but industrial emissions, especially in the USA are still up and increasing.

SU-Vehicles are undoubtedly popular but for some of us unaffordable desires. Wouldn´t we all want a baby Hummer?

A Hummer H1 will set you back up to US$ 240.000. The lower line H3 – US$ 90.000 – this plus 287% import taxes can buy yourself a nice Villa with Pool, two SUV´s and a luxury Scooter. This month we are dedicating the motoring section to motor bikes and luxury scooters with an anniversary on the everlasting, unbeatable VW beetle.

Slowly but surely I am finding my usual style back again and keep troubling you with my “heel to the branch”, an old Dutch saying, writing. By the way we all now celebrate a new king in Belgium and a prince born in Great Britain.

There are still a lot of unfortunate kids all over the world. With Hotelier organisations such as SKAL and private Charity such as Jungle Aid, they do their best to contribute to some relief and help to the less fortunate. There are indeed people in Hua Hin who dedicate their weekends to alleviation of suffering among refugees over the Hills. Nurses and doctors, teachers and other volunteers, who risk being arrested for “working” without a valid permit to help the needy.

Money, a lot of money is needed to help kids and their parents as well.

We count on all of you. See the article on denied education. Gives you an idea on human rights. Please help.

Yours truly, GMoss

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Hua Hin Society

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Cool Stuff

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Contemporary Jazz Legends

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The Beetle Story

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Baan Silapin, Artist Village

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Koh Tao, Turtle Island

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ATV in Cha-am

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Venezia in Hua Hin

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The Otop Store

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Oil Reserves & Climate Change

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Inter-cultural Marriages in Thailand

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Financial News

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Teens and Parents reveal Driving Habits

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Motorbikes, Scooters and Super bikes

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Read. Watch. Listen

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The Sword of Stars; Day 9

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Zara’s Recipes & Puzzle Fun

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More Tests and Grades

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Aglio Olio, Italian Pizzeria

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Chef McDang’s Corner

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Hotel & Restaurant Promotions August

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Golf Destination: Thailand vs Portugal

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Formula 1 Driver Standings

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The Champions of Wimbledon

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Golf Festival 2013 Hua Hin - Cha-am

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The Shine Spa at Sheraton Resort & Spa

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Chronic Lyme & Health & Wellness News

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Podology in Thailand

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Real Estate News

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Sansiri, The Gentle Development Giant

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New! Detailed Map of Hua Hin

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Directory: Useful Telephone Number

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Puzzle Fun Answers

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SOCIETY

HUA HIN

Skal Dinner at Hyatt Regency MONTHLY SKAL HOTELIERS CLUB DINNER FOR MEMBERS AND INVITES.

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kal, the International Hoteliers Club, once again invited for their monthly Dinner Soiree. This time at the Hyatt

Regency in Hua Hin. The Skal dinners have a fund raising character at which prizes are donated by Skal Members and outside donators. Furthermore the Raffle Fundraising is donated to a Skal literacy programme in which sets of school books in English language, carefully put together by professionals are donated to a school where less privileged children are taught.

Moreover topics of the night were The Hotel Internship Job Fair, The Skal Charity Golf Tournament and the Children´s Literacy Programme. Feature Speaker of the evening was Khun Vajravorn “Na” Tasukon who revealed the secrets of “What Women Want” which was closely related to the Chiva-Som philosophy and some of the treatments available at the Chivasom Resort.

In addition, a presentation of Deepening Brand Engagement was up for discussion.

Altogether a great evening with a lot of information and a THB 11.000 raffle result with, as usual, good delicious food from the Chef´s kitchen. This time the theme was seafood and it was delicious.

Skal dinners are once a month with different themes and raffles to support Children´s Education for the less privileged.

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ON AUGUST 7, THE SWISS POPULATION OF HUA HIN CELEBRATES

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THE SWISS NATIONAL DAY AT THE HILTON HUA HIN. he Swiss National Day (German: Schweizer Bundesfeier; French: Fête nationale Suisse; Italian: Festa Nazionale Svizzera; Romansh: Fiasta Naziunala Svizra) is the national holiday of Switzerland, set on August 1. It is an official national holiday since 1994, although the day had been suggested for the celebration of the foundation of the Swiss Confederacy as early as 1889.

The date is inspired by the date of the Federal Charter of 1291, placed in “early August” (primo incipiente mense Augusto). The document is one of several dozen pacts attested for the territory of Switzerland in the period of the mid-13th to mid-14th century. The foundation of the Old Swiss Confederacy had been mostly associated with the Bund of Brunnen of 1315, or with the Rütlischwur, dated to 1307 by Aegidius Tschudi. 1 August is today celebrated each year with paper lantern parades, bonfires, hanging strings of Swiss flags and fireworks.

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Good Ball Sport Club at Palm Hills

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he good Ball sport Club at the Palm hills Country Club is really taking off. With more than 35 members, the Monday afternoons have extended to Fridays as well.

Whereas Mondays, all member join for Badminton table tennis and tennis, individual appointments are made to play on Fridays or even other days of the week. No membership fees and players share the very reasonable hourly court fees among themselves. Multi- nationals find a place to enjoy their sport and chat with a cool beer after games.

Multi-Culti Event at Hilton

“Our” Lizzy is introduced by the MC and the contributions towards the show, the results of charity actions and other multi-cultural announcements are made. Accompanied by the wonderful Philippine trio from the Milestones Lounge, guests flock to the buffet.

WHERE RESIDENTS OF MANY NATIONS MEET TO CELEBRATE.

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he M.C.C. events, every 28th of a month, at 6:30 pm , at the Hilton, has established itself very successfully and attracted quite a number of residents. At the last event, unfortunately, but due to the unpredictable weather, there were more than 60 couples (120 persons). As usual, the Hilton displayed a splendid Buffet with a choice of delicacies from a variety of salads, Thai dishes , continental choices and magnificent desserts.

The event starts out with a standing cocktail, beers and wines and scattered snacks before the actual event and dinner. When guests are called up for dinner , the actual event starts.

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At the June event, Dr. Dirk Weeber presented his Odontology team that gave occasion to guests to show their feet which Dr. Dirk displayed on a glass box which reflected the areas on each foot which the body loaded the feet with. Doing so, Dirk could determine the body balance, give advice on shoes , in-layers and medical assistance with different critical conditions of one´s feet.

Multi-Culti is always a great place to see and be seen , meet your neighbours and people from different nationalities.

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August Stammtisch

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ua Hin Brewing Company holds a monthly dinner with the most influential male residents of Hua Hin where last month we had re-launch 3 home brewed beer and invited a special guest speaker Khun Sukij Thipatima, Brew Master who has been working on beers with the local twist to create unique and boutique beers to serves at Hua Hin Brewing Company.

Hua Hin Hills Wine Dinner at the White Lotus

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ilton Hua HIn Resort & Spa led by Mr.Michael Schmitt, General Manager organized an extraordinary “Wine Dinner in the Sky” at White Lotus restaurant for exclusive guests.

The event was held in partnership with Siam Winery creating a five course menu matching with a glass of Casillero del Diable. Joining the wine dinner were all the well known of Hua Hin and business owners.

A Taste of Geoff Merrill Wine Dinner AT SHERATON HUA HIN RESORT & SPA Sheraton Hua Hin Resort & Spa is delighted to present “Black & Red – Geoff Merrill Wine Dinner” at @Black venue.

In its pursuit to create memorable experiences, we have designed a unique evening of trial and exploration of exceptional wines from Geoff Merrill in a relaxed and fashionable atmosphere.

Enjoy various Geoff Merrill fine wines as they combine irresistibly with a specially created four-course menu of sublime international delicacies.

The delectable journey will begin with five of the Director of Culinary & Service, Andreas Schimanski’s savory appetizers at Pre-Dinner Cocktails followed by Lobster Mango Salad and Duo of Quail, then tasty main course that is certain to satisfy lamb lovers. The final course will be home-made Chocolate Raspberry Gateaux, to finish the unforgettable evening.

Each course is carefully paired with a wine selected from the award-winning vineyards.

Our award-winning Sommelier, Thawath Sarakong, will also be on hand to walk diners through this one-of-a-kind dinner experience in a cozy & jazzy atmosphere, in the ultimate place to be and to be seen.

This intimate Black & Red - Geoff Merrill Wine Dinner will be held on Saturday, August 31, 2013 from 6.00pm – 10.00pm at @Black. Reservations are now being accepted, limited to 50 diners at only THB. 1,500 net per person. Special discount of 10% exclusively for SPG members.

Make your reservations and specify “Geoff Merrill Wine Dinner” at +66 (32) 708000 ext. 1413, or 082 972 5369 or email: fb.huahin@sheraton.com Don’t miss this unique culinary experience, only at @ Black, Sheraton Hua Hin Resort & Spa.

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ALL IN HUA HIN 10th ANNIVERSARY ON THE 29TH OF JUNE 2013, ALL IN HUA HIN CELEBRATED THEIR 10TH ANNIVERSARY. In general the food is traditional German but after a year, the n the year 2003 the idea for All in Hua Hin was born, offering menu was extended to several international dishes and Thai food. high quality food and delicatessen in a shop, combined Since 2007 the range of goods have been extended to imported with a restaurant that provides homemade food prepared by culinary professionals. The owners, universally known as Til wines, beers and fine spirits on the menu and available in the shop & Crissie have spared no energy or endeavour to make their to take home. Freshly brewed coffee is served with all meals or business a success. on it´s own.

At the anniversary event, a life show with our own Hua Hin Elvis All in Hua Hin offers a large variety of Cheeses and Cold Cuts Presley, Ritchie Newton kept guests entertained with Elvis songs imported fro Europe for western tastes. from the 50´s, 60´s & 70´s. Elvis at his best.

The restaurant is open for breakfast – lunch and dinner and all The location, close to the centre of Hua Hin, near a local shopping day coffee and drinks. mall offers parking space for those who come by car. The venue A catering service supplies an extensive variety of menu is an ideal place as it is not on the main road and sitting outside possibilities to parties, whether small or big events. goes without the usual traffic flows and noises of the main road.

After researching for the proper suppliers of both local and The Staff of APPROACH Magazine wishes Til & Crissie all the best imported products, the kitchen staff and service were trained and many successful years of All in Hua Hin to come. accordingly and the first basic menu was established.

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LIFESTYLE

COOL STUFF Gin Wheel The Gin Wheel is, basically, a Lazy Susan turntable for alcohol libations.

Yes, it can be spun, so everyone sitting around the table can have access to its multiple compartments, which include a bottle chiller and ice bucket in the centre, a recessed compartment for stashing garnishes and fruit slices, and a sliding door on one side which leads to a compartment for all your other bartending supplies (glasses, jiggers, coasters and all that). The rest of the box surface can serve as the cutting board for when you need to slice lemons and garnishes, as well as a holding area for your Sasquatch Cocktail Shaker. www.thefutureperfect.com

HTC One Mini In our July issue we presented the HTC One, but thought it was too big, then the HTC One Mini may be just what you need. It shoehorns many of the HTC One’s superb features into a smaller and more pocket-friendly package and it retains much of its predecessor’s aluminium beauty.

At 122 grams (4.3 ounces), the One Mini is 21 grams (0.74 ounce) lighter than the HTC One. If you’re a fan of the HTC One’s robust stereo speakers, a feature HTC has labelled “BoomSound,” you’ll be glad to know the Mini boasts the same ability. www.htc.com

HandleBand A universal bike mount designed to dock your phone onto the handlebars, it offers a quick way to turn your smartphone into a multi-purpose bike computer. At the least, it lets you use your phone easily while you’re on the bike, giving you full access to the display all while your hands stay on the handlebars. That way, you can watch funny YouTube videos while commuting to work, likely leading to your accidental death after crashing into a truck coming out of a corner that you failed to see because that darn cat is just so funny. www.macgasm.com

Breville Pizza Maker You love oven-style pizzas, but don’t actually own a proper oven. No fear, the Breville Crispy Crust Pizza Maker is here. A dedicated counter top appliance for baking pizza, it claims to reproduce the classic taste and crispy crusts of pies cooked inside a brick oven. That way, you can work your pizza-making skills at home without resorting to makeshift procedures or a large wood oven in your kitchen. www.brevilleusa.com

NapAnywhere

Food Huggers

NapAnywhere is a flat disc-shaped pillow consisting of a flexible endoskeleton layered with foam padding and upholstered in fabric.

One side of the disc is warm to the touch, while the other side is cool, so you can choose whichever one’s more comfortable to rest your head on. During use, simply fold the disc by the ridge: the top part will serve as a cantilevered shelf you can lean your head into, the central part will push against your neck, and the bottom will rest on your shoulder distributing the weight.

The result is a fully-supported head with zero strain on the neck while you spend the duration of that three-hour flight in peaceful slumber. www.napanywhere.net

The Food Hugger comes in four different sizes, so it can fit varying sizes of fruits and vegetables.

Since it’s made from stretchy silicone, even slightly larger objects and oblong-shaped items can be sealed in with a snug fit to boot. Not only will it lock in freshness, it will lock in order, too, so the fridge doesn’t have to smell like onions when you put in that leftover half for use in tomorrow’s dish. According to the product page, the Food Hugger can keep fruits and veggies fresh for up to a week if combined with proper refrigeration, so it’s downright awesome. They’re compact, too, so they shouldn’t take up much extra space in a crowded fridge. www.foodhuggers.com

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Contemporary Jazz Contemporary Legends Jazz Legends C U LT U R E &

MUSIC

by Mephisto (René Marugg)

THE MOST FAMOUS JAZZ PERFORMERS OF EUROPE.

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azz music is unfortunately mostly associated with USA musicians. The roots of Jazz are certainly in the States brought by the African slaves working in the cotton fields.

However Europe has a rich tradition of Jazz as well for more than 70 years and there is an enormous potential of highly talented European jazz musicians equalling or even outperforming US artists.

Since decades there are well-known Jazz schools in Europe and many proponents have helped to determine the current jazz. Listed are an international group of musicians which are also respected in the USA and have brought valuable contribution to the cultural life in America.

Many of these musicians I know personally and I have organized concerts for them and have long term friendships.

Top European Jazz Performers Among Others: Hein van de Geyn

1956, Netherlands, dbass, composer He is a critically acclaimed artist and performer, as both as a sideman and solo. Van de Geyn won a North Sea Jazz award in 1998. He was also voted “Best European Acoustic Bass Player” in this year by a referendum by the Belgian radio stations RTBF and VRT. He plays in the eighties with Dee Dee Bridgewater.

1942, UK, guitar also Mahavishnu John McLaughlin, is a guitarist, band leader and composer. His music includes many genres of jazz, and rock, which he coupled with an interest in Indian classical music to become one of the pioneering figures in fusion.

He is considered one of the greatest guitar player in the world.

John Mc Laughlin

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Enrico Rava

1939, Italy, trumpet - is undoubtedly the most internationally acknowledged Italian jazz man. In forty years of his career as trumpet player, and composer, he has produced more than ninety recordings. He is a prolific jazz trumpeter and arguably one of the best known Italian jazz musicians. He originally played trombone, changing to the trumpet after hearing Miles Davis.

Django Reinhardt

1910-1953, France, guitar - Reinhardt is often regarded as one of the greatest guitar players of all time and is the first important European jazz musician who made major contributions to the development of the idiom.

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Jan Garbarek

Joe Zawinul

1932-2007, Austria, piano, keyboard, arranger, band leader - as recognized as extremely talented at the piano from an early age. Unlike his friend Friedrich Gulda, who was two years older, he did not follow the path of classical music but instead pursued a jazz career. He moved to U.S.A. 1959 and was the first European Musician play in the Black Scene and start with Canonenball Adderley, following Miles Davis and all other U.S. Musician.

After leaving Weather Report, Zawinul founded his ensemble Zawinul Syndicate in 1987, which is celebrating its twentieth anniversary this year. In recent years the musician, who lived in Malibu, California, turned increasingly to Europe and his Austrian homeland again. In 2004 he founded his jazz club, Birdland, in Vienna.

Joachim Kühn

1942, Germany, piano - His playing defies all categorization, (on age of 6 he plays de Schubert Suites) and has earned him a place as a world class musician. He has already left his mark on contemporary jazz and given it new direction. The musical cosmopolitan Joachim Kühn sees himself as part of the. Having settled near Paris again,

he played in an acoustic trio with Jean-François Jenny-Clark and Daniel Humair since 1985. In the summer of 1996, he joined Ornette Coleman for two concerts at the Verona and Leipzig festivals, which opened the way for his Diminished Augmented System. More recently he has toured with Rabih Abou-Khalil.

1947, Norway, saxophones Jan Garbarek had an early breakthrough into the elite of modern jazz in the 60’s, due to his extensive cooperation with Keith Jarrett. In 1999, active in the jazz, classical, and world music genres.

Garbarek was born in Mysen, Norway, the only child of a former Polish prisoner of war Czesław Garbarek and a Norwegian farmer’s daughter.

Effectively stateless until the age of seven (there was no automatic grant of citizenship in Norway at that time). Garbarek was appointed a Knight 1st Class of the Order of St. Olav and in 2004 he was awarded the Norwegian Arts Council award.

Daniel Humair

1938, Switzerland, drums - The dean of European modern jazz drummers, one of the best jazz drummer in the world, has been one of the international jazz community’s most respected and active musicians since the late-’50s.

He only not play in his so long and rich career with two musicians: Miles Davis and Sonny Rollins. He is widely

renowned and became Chevalier des Arts et Lettres in 1986. Humair is also a talented painter. He describes his own work as “figurative abstract” and has created a coherent oeuvre proving his passion and knowledge of artistic painting.

Toots Tielemans, 1922, Belgium, harmonica – born Jean-Baptiste Frédéric Isidor, Baron Thielemans, musician

known for his guitar and harmonica playing as well as his whistling. Thielemans is credited as one of the greatest harmonica players of the 20th century. He has worked as a bandleader (scoring an international hit in the 1960s with his song “Bluesette”), as a sideman (notably on many projects with composer/arranger Quincy Jones), and has appeared on dozens of film soundtracks. In 2009 he became NEA Jazz Master, the highest honour for a jazz musician in the United States.

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HERITAGE

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Beetle Story AN ICON FOR ALREADY 75 YEARS!

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(3 September 1875 – 30 January 1951) was an AustrianGerman automotive engineer and honorary Doctor of Engineering. He was best known for creating the first hybrid vehicle (gasoline-electric), the Volkswagen Beetle, and the Mercedes-Benz SS/SSK, as well as the first of many Porsche automobiles.

In the 1950s, the Beetle was more comfortable and powerful than most European small cars, having been designed for sustained high speed on the Autobahn.

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he Volkswagen Beetle, officially called the Volkswagen Type 1 or informally the Volkswagen Bug, is an economy car produced by the German auto maker Volkswagen from 1938 until 2003. The car was conceived as a cheap simple car and was designed by Prof. Dr. Ferdinand Porsche.

With over 21 million manufactured (21,529,464) with an aircooled, rear-engine and rear-wheel drive configuration, the Beetle is the longest-running and most-manufactured car of a single design platform, worldwide.

Although designed in the 1930s, the Beetle was only produced in significant numbers from 1945 on when the model was internally designated the Volkswagen Type 1, and marketed simply as the “Volkswagen”.

Later models were designated VW 1200, 1300, 1500, 1302 or 1303, the former three indicating engine displacement. The model became widely known in its home country as the Käfer (German for “beetle”) and was later marketed as such in Germany and as the Volkswagen Beetle in other countries.

In the 1950s, the Beetle was more comfortable and powerful than most European small cars, having been designed for sustained high speed on the Autobahn.

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It remained a top seller in the U.S., owing much of its success to high build-quality and innovative advertising.

The Beetle had marked a significant trend led by Volkswagen, copied

by Fiat, Renault and BMW whereby the rear-engine, rear-wheel drive layout had increased from 2.6 percent of continental Western Europe’s car production in 1946 to 26.6 percent in 1956.

In 1974, Volkswagen’s own front-wheel drive Golf model succeeded the Beetle. In 1994,Volkswagen unveiled the Concept One, a “retro”themed concept car with a resemblance to the original Beetle, and in 1998 introduced the “New Beetle”, built on the Golf platform with styling recalling the original Type 1.

Furthermore in a 1999 international poll for the world’s most influential car of the 20th century, the Type 1 came fourth, after the Ford Model T, the Mini, and the Citroën DS. In Thailand, VW Beetles are traded between THB 200,000 for fair conditioned car to THB 500.000 for an immaculate version.There are VW clubs , meetings and races at the Birra Circuit in Pattaya. There is a VW hotel at the River Kwai region.

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Baan Silapin

The Artist Village Hua Hin AN ARTIST’S PARADISE FOR YOUNG AND OLD.

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aan Silapin, or Artists’ Home, is the brainchild of Thawee Kaesangarm, chairman of Hua Hin’s artist club.

This gallery complex exhibits works from Thailand’s artists all year round as well as offering various art courses for children and those who wish to take their love of art to the next level.

Set in a picturesque location overlooking Hin Lek Fai Moutain, Baan Silapin complex contains an art gallery, art studios, classrooms and mud house displaying ceramic art and sculptures. There’s nothing formal or rigid about this place. Its founding philosophy, as a gathering and work place for local artists, fills Baan Silapin with warmth and liveliness.

Spread over four acres in a shady grove along the hills to the west of central Hua Hin, this rabbit’s warren of studio spaces and galleries is the seaside town’s original arts centre. It’s the spot that artist Tawee Kesa-ngam picked in 1989, when he decided to exchange the fastpaced lifestyle of Bangkok for something a little more relaxed.

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Today this artist’s collective is also the base for the Hua Hin Artists’ Group and frequently hosts special exhibitions and performance events.

Classes in craft, drawing, and oil and watercolours, are designed to keep children busy while you browse the shaded pavilions, chatting with the artists on hand. Choose from etchings of serene Buddhas on wood, inspirational landscapes and portraits in an array of mediums, metal sculptures of Reubenesque women, and terracotta figurines.

The collection of studios and galleries found here highlight the works of many local artists, many of whom have opted out of Bangkok’s frenzied art world for the much quieter one in Hua Hin. In addition to viewing stunning works in a variety of mediums, visitors can watch artists in action or even take up a class conducted by prominent Thai artists.

Classes are conducted almost every day. Baan Silapin is open from 10 am to 5 pm every day except Monday. The Village is located on the way out of Hua Hin towards Pala U waterfall, just over the hill past Hutsadin Elephant Village and the Yellow Balloon , down the hill on the right hand side.

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Koh Tao - Turtle Island -

THAILAND´S BEST KEPT SECRET

Koh Nagyuan bay

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oh Tao “Turtle Island” is located near the western shore of the Gulf of Thailand. From Hua Hin reachable via Chumpon where a catamaran Ferry can take you across to the islan in a 1 hour fast journey.

Koh Tao covers an area of about 21 km².

The island is well known for scuba diving and snorkeling, as well as hiking, rock climbing and bouldering. The most popular place for tourists is Sairee on the West coast, which has a white sandy beach of 1.7 km interrupted only by a few huge boulders and a scattering of medium budget resorts and restaurants. Chalok Baan Khao, to the south of the island is becoming increasingly popular as an alternative for those wishing to escape the crowds.

A multitude of beautiful granite boulders, which nestle both in the forests and on the beaches of Koh Tao, attract a growing number of climbers. Whether you’re an adventure seeker looking to scuba dive or more of a “land lubber” just looking to top up your sun tan, “The Rock” offers the best of both worlds. Koh Tao is blessed with some of Thailand’s most spectacular beaches and bays.

Despite it’s popularity among divers, the waters surrounding the island remain crystal clear and ideal for swimming and snorkelling.

Lomprayah Bus Company offer services from Hua Hin to Chumphon (mainland) and further to to Koh Tao and the surrounding islands for about THB 1900 two ways.

They start off at the Hua Hin Clock Tower opposite the Hua Hin Central Temple.

The economy of the island is almost exclusively centred around tourism, especially scuba diving.

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Koh Tao is blessed with some of Thailand’s most spectacular beaches and bays.

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Koh Tao was named by its first settlers after the island’s turtlelike geographic shape. Coincidentally, the island is an important breeding ground for Hawksbill turtles and Green turtles.

Development of tourism has negatively impacted the health of these grounds but a breeding programme organised in 2004 by the Royal Thai Navy and KT-DOC, a coalition of local scuba diving centres, has reintroduced hundreds of juvenile turtles to the island’s ecosystem.

Most Popular Resorts on Koh Tao Sairee Hut Resort ***

Haad Tien Beach Resort ****

Location: Sairee Beach

Location: Thian Og Bay

Price: THB 1,000 – 1,200/night

Price: THB 3,200 – 4,000/night

Seashell Resort Koh Tao ***+

Sensi Paradise Beach Resort ***

Location: Sairee Beach

Location: Mae Haad

Price: THB 1,400 – 1,600/night

Price: THB 2,200/night

Koh Tao Hillside Resort ****+

Charm Churee Village ***+

Location: Taasak Bay

Location: Jansom Bay

Price: THB 250 – 1,100/night

Price: THB 2,400 – 3,000/night

Seaview Resort ***

Utopia Suites **

Location: Ao Leuk Bay

Location: Mae Head

Price: THB 600 -750/ night

Price: THB 500/night

Editor´s note: having been in Kho Tao several times I can recommend this Island warmly. Especially to relax and enjoy the sea.

Plenty of good Thai and western food. Not cheap. There is an Italian and Mexican Restaurant and the 4 star hotels, of course, provide buffets. In Sairee itself there is a bakery shop with fresh bread, croissants and daily breakfast. Climate is great with fresh unpolluted sea breezes and clear skies for star gazing.

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HUA HIN

WHERE TO GO? Action and Adventure in

Cha-am

TEST YOUR SKILLS AT ATV DRIVING – ARCHERY & PAINT BALL.

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he Cha Am ATV Park has three tracks with sharp curves, tall speed breakers and few bamboo bridges to test your riding skills.

ATV stands for ALL TERRAIN VEHICLE which means vehicles that can cross any kind of ground. Cha-am ATV Park has 3 tracks. - See more at: http://www.cha-amatvpark. net/en/atv.php#sthash.teOSrxGq.dpuf Track A is for practicing, learning correct driving skills, test driving and learning intensive care controlling i.e. careful use of accelerator, reducing the speed, breaking or stopping, turning, balancing, learning road signs, warnings, and directions.

Track B is to have fun driving the ATV cars on adventurous, curving, uneven, and steep roads, which challenge your ability. To put to good use your skills gained from Track A and apply them to use on this track.

Track C was designed to simulate cross country driving which is not difficult or too tough for new drivers. You will have a lot of fun with this track and the experiences gained from tracks A and B can be put to good use on this track. – The ATV cars are available in 2 sizes; 90 cc. and 200 cc., with automatic gears, which are suitable for both new drivers and experienced drivers. The ATV cars are available in 2 sizes; 90 cc. and 200 cc., with automatic gears, which are suitable for both new drivers and experienced drivers. – See more at: http://www.cha- amatvpark.net/en/atv. php#sthash.teOSrxGq.dpuf Editor´s note : At the ATV track there is also an Archery and Paintball venue. All lots of fun, with good food and fair prices.

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By GMoss

AN ASTONISHING PROJECT AND TOURIST ATTRACTION.

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s much as details reminding of Venice in Italy leave wishes to be desired open, the Venezia project, after a slow star t has now soft opened, tourists are

streaming in to the grounds admiring the colourful buildings and replicas found only in Venice, Italy.

Venice, in Italy is known as a city that uses water transpor tation by using canals as we use streets through out the city. Venice has also preser ved traditional buildings with ancient sculptures.

Hua Hin, being one of the major tourist destinations in Thailand with it´s growing potential, is being regarded as one of the fastest growing beach destinations on the Gulf of Siam.

Rides in a Gondola (THB 390) for max. 3 persons at a time As the distance between Hua Hin and Bangkok is only 250 km,

on the channel or mini train (150) reminisces Venice for

day trips and weekend stay over s to Hua Hin have become

those of you who have been so for tunate to visit the real.

popular with Bangkok residents, both Thai and Foreign.

Definitely wor th a visit, stroll around The Venetia and enjoy

The Venezia is seeded with small shops representing most

the picturesque scene and amazing architecture. Definitely a

of the prime fashion brands but even with these shops and

masterpiece of building skills.

the few restaurants, it is definitely not an ultimate shopping experience, but neither is Venice in Italy.

The grand opening is expected round September and will

The Venezia is a charming get away with an outside children´s

undoubtedly attract national and international visitors,

play ground, touch Zoo and an unfor tunate games Hall

especially on weekends. Hua Hin residents, go during the

where the penetrating sound of games machines is mixed

week, not so crowded than.

with the bouncy play area for kids. Whilst at it, Pop music is

Entrance is free and plenty of parking during weekdays.

played from huge speaker s on the Piazza de San Marco , here

The location is opposite the Sheraton Resor t, just after the

called Marcus for whatever reason.

airpor t tunnel, a nice bike ride away.

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HUA HIN

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OTOP SHOPS: LOCAL PRODUCTS STORES ONE TAMBON ONE PRODUCT – THE HUA HIN STORE.

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TOP is a local entrepreneurship stimulus program designed by Thailand’s former Prime Minister Thaksin Shinawatra during his 2001-2006 Thai Rak Thai government.

The program aimed to support the locally made and marketed products of each Thai tambon (subdistrict).

Drawing its inspiration from Japan’s successful One Village One Product (OVOP) program, the OTOP program encourages village communities to improve the local products’ quality and marketing, selecting one superior product from each tambon to receive formal branding as its “starred OTOP product”. It provides both a local and national stage to the promote these products.

OTOP products include a large array of local products, including traditional handicrafts, cotton and silk garments, pottery, fashion accessories, household items and food. After a military junta overthrew Thaksin’s government in 2006 following an election cancelled for irregularities, the OTOP program was cancelled. However, it was soon revived and rebranded. Today there are 36,000 OTOP groups on the country, each having between 30 to 3,000 members.

Sakda Siridechakul, president of Chiang Mai’s OTOP association noted, “OTOP has helped spread income to many people in the villages.

It has allowed people producing handicrafts to feel they are part of the global economy.” The latest OTOP store was inaugurated in Hua Hin earlier this year in a new building on the corner od Petschkasem road diagonally opposite the municipality.

Different regions are noted for specific types of products. Highlights of products from different regions in Thailand include: NORTHERN THAILAND Superb handicrafts, particularly carved wood, silverware, speciality paper products, ceramics, bamboo baskets, cotton fabrics and silver jewellery from hill-tribe minorities.

NORTHEASTERN THAILAND OR I-SAN It is a tradition in the Northeast for villagers to make two sets of clothes - everyday work clothes and high quality silk items created with outstanding skill for special occasions like weddings and festivals.

These latter items are being selected as OTOP products. Silk and cotton fabrics, especially tie-dyed mudmee designs.

The most famous are Lai Khid and Phrae Wa silks. Other items include reed mats, baskets woven from water hyacinth and triangular pillows.

CENTRAL THAILAND Traditional handicrafts of bamboo and bai lan, great earthen pots, Dan Kwian and Koh Kred pottery and terra cotta items.

EASTERN THAILAND Famed for its fruits, fresh and processed, as well as bamboo and rattan baskets, reed mats and mudmee fabrics.

SOUTHERN THAILAND Batik fabrics, woven products from lipao, bulrush and panan pandanus, mother-of-pearl inlays and carved wood products.

While the OTOP project aims to increase village incomes, the government is also offering a choice -- to go into OTOP production full time with plenty of government assistance.

Major government agencies provide support: the Interior Ministry’s Department of Community Development works directly with the villages to fine tune their products; the Industry’s Ministry’s Department of Industrial Promotion plays a key role in product development, skills training and quality control; the DEP’s Product Development Centre employs teams of designers to work with villagers to create marketable designs and packages for their products.

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ENVIRONMENT

Oil Reserves & Climate Change

by GMoss ACCORDING TO

LEADING

SCIENTISTS, THERE ARE

ALMOST UNLIMITED RESERVES OF OIL ON OUR PLANET. A REVELATION THAT CONTRADICTS THE FEARS OF RUNNING OUT OF FOSSIL FUEL.

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This is the big enchilada, and as far as measuring oceans goes, everything changed in 2003 when we finally got the ARGO system, and that’s why it’s worth a closer look now. A single ARGO buoy (which measures ocean temperatures down to 2000m) has an uncertainty of about 0.1C. But using 3,000 buoys doesn’t make that uncertainty dramatically smaller when all that data is combined together. It would, if the 3,000 buoys were all measuring the same swimming pool.

ccording to leading scientists, there are almost unlimited reserves of oil on our planet. Not that this should encourage us to lean back and not worry about the

environment. We should be getting away from fossil fuels.

However and unfortunately, our trustful and leading politicians are not really promoting or forcing legislation to pursue change.

In a Californian oilfield alone, the owner claimed to have reserves for more than a century. His family has been drilling since 1910.

One source of almost endless energy is our own sun.

Everyone agrees: 90% of the energy in the Earth’s climate system is stored in the oceans. Rocks and sand don’t transmit the heat down, except at incredibly slow rates. The wil-o’-the-wisp-atmosphere hardly holds any energy. But water covers 70% of the surface, to an average depth of 3,700m, and it can store septillions of joules.

Here we go again: Scientists don’t have disclosed the accuracy of their experiment and the margin of error of their equipment.

Just like in the 90´s with the Ice cores. Remember how they told use the world was warm based on their readings of the Ice that were measured and a rate over time of a 1000 years or so apart, while implying they were able to read the Ice cores like the pages of a book.

Anyway isn’t the scientific method about evolving the theory based on the evidence and changing the theory to match the evidence as new evidence is discovered. The new evidence keeps showing over and over again that the original theory from the 70’s is wrong but that they just keep flogging the same dead horse. We need an investigation into the accuracy of all these reports from scientist that don’t evolve their theories to fit their own evidence but evolve their

Climate models say the Earth’s energy balance is out of whack, and therefore 90% of the extra energy trapped by increasing greenhouse gases is stored in the ocean. The oceans are warming (probably), but the extra energy found in the top 700m of the world’s oceans is not enough. The modellers argued the heat was hidden below, that from 700m-2,000m. Sceptics argue the missing energy was flung out to space.

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ENVIRONMENT

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Biggest Current Oil Fields

findings to fit their warming beliefs. We need full disclosers not just the bottom line which they won’t us the hear to prove that we need to continue their funding.

The climate hysteria created and perpetuated by Western government officials has opened Pandora’s Box. What looked to be a valuable policy tool for green protectionism is now threatening to unleash political chaos and economic misery on its creators and their nations.

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Relax readers, life will go on, we are survivors, but please help mother earth to lessen our abundances.

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Climate alarmism has turned into a Frankenstein monster that threatens to devour its own designers. I can’t see why Africa and other developing nations should be ready to refrain from demanding hundreds of billions of dollars in reparations given that green campaigners and US government officials claim that the West is liable for current and future climate disasters.”

Al Gore likes to say that mankind puts 70 million tons of carbon dioxide into the atmosphere every day.

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What he probably doesn’t know is that Mother Nature puts 24,000 times that amount of our main greenhouse gas—water vapor—into the atmosphere every day and removes about the same amount every day. While this does not ‘prove’ that global warming is not manmade, it shows that weather systems have by far the greatest control over the Earth’s greenhouse effect, which is dominated by water vapor and clouds.”

About fifty million years ago…geological evidence indicates CO2 levels were several thousand ppm, much higher than now.

And life flourished abundantly.”

Relax readers, life will go on, we are survivor, but please help mother earth to lessen our abundances. Ban plastic bottles, ban Styrofoam food wraps, encourage hybrid vehicles, sun panels to heat up water and store energy for our air conditioners …etc. etc…. Help preserve our Earth with responsible environmental sustainability.

This article is dedicated to my friend and environmental mentor Motti fighting waste of energy and natural sources – where ever you are.

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THAI LEGAL

Intercultural Marriages in Thailand THE ESSENTIALITY OF A LEGAL AGREEMENT BEFORE GETTING MARRIED.

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e want you to understand the importance and need of a “prenuptial” agreement, because by the time you decide to “nuptial”, it’s probably too late.

Prenuptial is an unfortunate name because it implies an agreement only to be used in case of marriage.

We will explain why this is not necessarily true and for timing purposes, not even desirable.

No matter how a relationship starts, there inevitably comes a point where two people may cease to see eye to eye and things could begin to fall apart.

This is when it is realized that relationships were not made in heaven but right here on earth and they require work to be successful and not only wishful thinking.

For those of you that accumulated property, now is the right time to do your homework.

The Internet, usually a forum, is a good way to become familiar with these issues and read what has either happened to other people or to become aware of strategies to make sure whatever you want or can accept that will happen to your property follows that path.

If you are considering having a relationship with a Thai woman, or may it be the other way around,Thai man, and you anticipate this partner to live with you (regardless of any ceremony or registration), it is very recommendable to consult an attorney now. If you have already been living with a Thai partner but have no children, you should consult with an attorney to discuss payment options and strategies.

If you have been living with a Thai woman and have a baby (regardless of marriage registration), you should see an attorney to understand your payment obligations under Thai law.

You definitely need to understand the legal and practical issues for property inside the country vs property held outside the country.

Thai women and men are as loyal as foreign partners, however, when they are disappointed by a partner who thinks the grass is greener on the other side of the fence, they do not take it very well. Remember the old saying “hell hath no fury like a woman scorned” and the Boy Scout Motto “Be Prepared”. If you are not prepared, you may have to pay for your mistakes.

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FINANCIAL NEWS

Thailand’s Economic Outlook Projection second half 2013

THE THAI ECONOMY IS PROJECTED TO GROW 5,3 PERCENT IN 2013.

Dr. Somchai Sajjapongse, the Director-General of the Fiscal Policy Office (FPO) announced Thailand’s economic projection as of March 2013 stating that “the Thai economy in 2013 is projected to grow at an annualized rate of 5.3 percent (or within a range of 4.8 - 5.8 percent), higher than the previous projected rate of 5.0 percent, due to a continued expansion in domestic demand.

Private consumption continues to be the main driver of the economy, following higher employment and household income.

The stimulus measures to generate income, e.g. the 300 Baht minimum wage policy and the rice mortgage scheme, have proved to be supportive of private consumption spending.

Public consumption continues to expand, following the ongoing annual budget disbursements.

Domestic investment is also expected to support economic growth this year.

Private investment is expected to continue to grow at a high rate, due to the government’s stimulus and investment promotion measures.

Public investment is expected to grow at a higher rate this year due to an acceleration in budget disbursements for government investment, including the investment in the water resource management plan (350 billion Baht). Meanwhile, external demand is anticipated to benefit exports this year. It is expected that the value of exports of goods and services will grow at a rate of 9.0 percent (or within a range of 8.0 - 11.0 percent) due to the global economic recovery, despite the appreciation of the Thai Baht.

The Director-General of the FPO also added that “In composing the economic outlook projections, it is necessary to closely analyse

the following risk factors: fluctuations in the Thai Baht, the speed of economic recovery of Thailand’s major trading partners, especially given the issues of the public debt ceiling in the United States and the public debt problems in the Eurozone and the drought which may affect the agricultural sector and the income of people residing in rural areas.”

Unemployment is expected to be 0.6 percent of the total labour force (or within a range of 0.5 - 0.7 percent). On external stability, the current account in 2013 is projected to record a surplus of USD 0.2 billion, accounting for 0.04 percent of GDP (or within a range of (-0.5) - (0.5) percent of GDP) as the estimated trade balance surplus drops slightly to USD 5.8 billion (or within a range of USD 4.8 - 6.8 billion).This is partially explained by accelerated import growth which is higher than export growth.

Courtesy of : Bureau of Macroeconomic Policy, Fiscal Policy - Bangkok

Top International Average Wages The table below is the rank of average monthly salary or wage in the world.

The shown averages are from wage receivers: Workers – Office and Sales, Management employees (no entrepreneurs).

Country 1. Luxembourg 2. Norway 3. Austria 4. United States 5. United Kingdom 6. Belgium 7. Sweden 8. Ireland 9. Finland 10. France 11. Canada

US$ 4,089 3,678 3,437 3,263 3,065 3,035 3,023 2,997 2,925 2,886 2,724

€uro 3,145 2,829 2,644 2,510 2,358 2,335 2,325 2,305 2,250 2,220 2,095

THB 125,815 113,169 105,754 100,400 94,308 93,385 93,015 92,215 90,000 88,800 83,815

Country 12. Germany 13. Singapore 14. Australia 15. Japan 16. Italy 17. Hong Kong (China) 18. Malaysia 19. China 20. Thailand 21. India 22. Philippines

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US$ 2,720 2,616 2,610 2,522 2,445 1,545 961 656 489 295 279

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€uro 2,092 2,012 2,008 1,940 1,881 1,188 739 505 376 227 215

THB 83,692 80,492 80,308 77,600 75,231 47,538 29,569 20,185 15,046 9,077 8,585

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FINANCIAL NEWS

Global Investments

according to Knight Frank CLEAR FALL AT LOCATIONS SUCH AS DUBAI AND DUBLIN.

The balance of HNWI’s (26%) are confident about their prospects of wealth creation in 2013. A positive number of advisors (34%) to the super rich believe that they will increase exposure to equities in the next year.

81% of HNWI’s will take a hands-on approach to their portfolio in 2013.

High-Net-Worth Individuals (HNWIs) are confident about their forthcoming prospects for wealth creation in 2013, according to the results of the Wealth Report Attitudes Survey of private bankers and wealth advisors representing around 15,000 clients worth in total almost Us$1tr.

This year, HNWIs will increase their exposure to equities and commercial property, having favoured “safe-haven” investments such as government bonds and cash in 2012.

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HNWI?

“In all regions in Australasia, around three quarters of private wealth advisors said that their clients are taking a more hands on approach”

With equities performing better than might have been expected in 2012, a growing number of HNWIs are keen to join the party.

A net balance of 34% of wealth advisors said exposure to equities would increase, while 6% believed that cash on deposit would fall.

Government bonds are also set to lose more of their lustre this year with 22% of advisors on balance expecting a cut in allocations.

Investors, however, remain cautious and the taste for gold shows no sign of abating, with a balance of 18% respondents expecting their clients to invest more this year.

“Our research suggests that there is a move from bonds and cash to equities, as the market recognizes the value in shares, but the shadow of Lehman Brothers and the events of 2008 still loom large in their memories,” explained Mr Shirley.

“The results of our new Luxury Investment Index show that tangible asset classes such as art, classic cars and wine are growing in popularity as alternative safe-haven investments.”

Another clear trend that emerges from the Attitudes Survey is the desire on the part of the wealthy to have more control over their investments. In all regions bar Australasia around three quarters of private wealth advisors said that their clients are taking a more hands on approach.

A High Net Working Individual is a person with a high net worth.

In the western and primarily American private banking business, these individuals typically are defined as having investable finance in excess of US$1 million.

Over 50% of respondents stated that their clients’ wealth had increased during 2012 with respondents in Asia, 59%, and Latin America, 75%, particularly bullish. This trend looks set to continue into this year with only 11% of respondents pessimistic about their clients’ wealth generation prospects in 2013 “With economic uncertainty here to stay, investors are reassessing their attitudes to risk in the search for greater returns,” explained Andrew Shirley, editor of the report.

“Since 2007 many investors have focused on safe havens and tangible assets such as prime residential property in locations such as London. Property still looks set to remain a key component of HNWI investment portfolios, according to our research, but wealthy investors are increasingly prepared to look at locations such as Dublin and Dubai that fell significantly in value during the economic crisis.”

Courtesy of Knight Frank - Bangkok

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Teens and Parents reveal Driving Habits MAKING CARS SAFER WITH A VOICE CONTROLLED

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PROCESSOR. ost drivers can probably come up with lots of ideas on how to keep the road safer. But putting one’s thoughts into action is never easy, according to results from a new survey conducted by Penn Schoen Berland and commissioned by Ford.

The Survey shows risks differ between genders; teenage boys are more likely to engage in aggressive driving behaviours, while teenage girls are more likely to engage in distractions that are social in nature.

76 percent of teens and 83 percent of parents consider the dangers of distracted driving to be comparable to drunk driving, yet parents are 40 percent more likely to check their phones while driving than their teenage children.

The survey polling 500 teen drivers and 500 parents in the US about their driving habits and perceptions revealed some surprising results.

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DISTRACTED DRIVING Distracted driving is a growing concern for parents. The new survey shows teens engage in several distracting activities while behind the wheel, such as:

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42 percent of teens say they turn up the radio so loud they can’t hear vehicles nearby.

BOYS VERSUS GIRLS

• 62 percent of teen drivers admit to being distracted by others in the car.

• 61 percent of teens admit to eating or drinking while driving.

• 42 percent of teens say they turn up the radio so loud they can’t hear vehicles nearby.

• 51 percent of teens say they listen to an iPod or MP3 player.

Ford’s Voice Control Processor

Teenage girls are perceived to be safer drivers than teenage boys by both teens and parents, according to the study. Other results show: • Boys are considered to be more aggressive drivers, according to 87 percent of girls, 78 percent of parents and 73 percent of boys.

• Boys are considered more likely to drink and drive, according to 80 percent of girls, 72 percent of boys and 72 percent of parents.

• Boys are considered more likely to speed, according to 81 percent of girls, 77 percent of boys and 75 percent of parents.

• Girls are considered more likely to use their phones while driving, according to 81 percent of boys, 78 percent of girls and 67 percent of parents.

The survey also found that despite reporting lower rates of the riskiest behaviours overall, parents are 40 percent more likely to check their phones while driving than their teenage children (28 percent of parents compared to 20 percent of teens).

Other than making and taking phone calls, SYNC can even retrieve text messages and read them aloud, including popular abbreviations and emoticons such as LOL (laugh out loud) and :-D (smiley big smile) when connected to a compatible phone.

A system developed by Ford and Microsoft is an award-winning hands-free technology called Ford Sync that allows drivers to control their mobile phone and digital media player via voice commands so that they can make calls or play their favourite music while keeping their hands on the wheel and eyes on the road.

Using voice activation, the driver can also send a reply from a predetermined list of 15 responses while on the move.

With Ford SYNC being offered in more vehicles sold in Thailand, we hope to continue helping Thai drivers keep their eyes on the road and their hands on the wheel.”

Now available in the all-new Ford Focus, Ford SYNC will be offered to small car drivers in the all-new Ford Fiesta which will be launched in Thailand this year.

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Vespa Rally

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he Jor Charoen Hua-Hin, a sole authorized Vespa and Suzuki dealer in Hua-Hin of which Kamtorn Prantanachai is President, announced a Vespa Scooter rally.

Jor Charoen Hua-Hin set up their first Vespa Hua-Hin rally day on the 13th of July, from 8am to 3.30pm.

After the participants registered and each rider had their picture taken with their scooters at our provided backdrop, the 30 Vespa scooters mini caravan left the shop around 8.40 am and turn left Soi 68 to Municipality and turn left to Petkasem road and pass our shop and go forward to Ford Hua-Hin Showroom in order to be released as 4 groups for the Rally.

How is this happening? The event is to thank all Vespa customers who supported us. We wanted to give offer them a free Vespa rally and promote the new Vespa 3 valves engine with better gas efficiency than previous models.

The Rally was a great success and a lot of fun.

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Motorbikes

& Scooters MOTORBIKES RULE THAI TRAFFIC CONDITIONS, DO THEY?

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n our sleepy Beach Resor t city of Hua Hin, Motorbike sales have exploded, they pop up ever ywhere; Honda – Yamaha – Suzuki – Kawasaki – Vespa – Lambretta and

Chinese brands are all represented.We have chosen a few popular Motorbikes, Scooter s and Super Bikes. Our Waves and Nuovos are realistic comparisons whereas Super Bikes keep our dreams alive.

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1 Honda

Manufacturer

Dream

110 cc.- Fuel Injection- Front & Rear Drum brakes

THB 38.5000

2 Honda

Wave

110 cc.- Fuel Injection- Front disc Brake

THB 44,900

3 Honda

Wave

125 cc.- Fuel Injection- Front disc Brake

THB 48.500

4 Yamaha

Fino Premiu

115 cc.- Fuel Injection- Front Disc Brake

THB 44,500

5 Yamaha

Mio MX 12

125 cc.- Fuel Injection- Front Disc Brake

THB 46,000

6 Yamaha

Nuovo Eleganc

135 cc.-Fuel Injection- Front Disc Brake

THB 55,000

7 Suzuki

Smash Revolution

110 cc.- Fuel Injection- Front Disc Brake

THB 38,500

8 Suzuki

Jelato 5-Star

125cc- Fuel Injection- Front Disc Brake

THB 46,900

9 Suzuki

Hayate 125fi

125 cc.- Fuel Injection- Front Disc Brake

THB 52,000

10 Kawasaki

KLX 110

110 cc.- Front Disc Brake

THB 45,000

11 Kawasaki

Kaze ZX 130 R

130 cc. - 4 Sp. Manual. Transm.- Front Disc Brake

THB 48,000

12 Kawasaki

KLX 125

125 cc- 5 Sp. Manual Transm.- Front Disc Brake

THB 82,500

13 Tiger (Cagiva)

Smart 135

135cc.- Oil Cooled -Electric starter - 5 Sp.Manual. Transm.

THB 41,900

14 Tiger (Cagiva)

Boxer 200 R

Front Disc Brake 200cc. -Oil cooled- Electric Starter -Front & Rear Disc

THB 69,000

Brakes- 5 Speed Man. Transm.

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109 cc.- Aircooled - Front Disc brake- Manual 4 speed

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& E D U C AT I O N MOVIE REVIEW Admission PG, 2013

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ortia Nathan (played by Tina Fey) hasn’t raised children and is afraid of the task. Despite this, for 16 years, Portia has been working in the Admissions office for Princeton University and is now up for a big promotion.

Traveling from school to school looking for applicants, Portia lands at the new Quest school, and finds her world slowly tipped upside down when the co-founder of Quest claims one of his students might just be the child she gave up for adoption when she was in college.

Admission is based on the book by Jean Hanff Korelitz and studies how colleges are more often businesses than nurturing education centres. It talks about the ‘box’ children must fit to be offered a place at these schools and how admissions officers who know hardly anything about these children except for the papers they submit, decide on whether or not they are worthy of a ‘Princeton’ education.

Admission is a fascinating, touching story with heart and romance. There are many twists and turns and it ends unexpectedly, but oddly satisfying.

Humorous and a worthy watch, Admission, shows that sometimes disaster isn’t as bad as we think.

Admission is suitable for adults and mature adolescents.

Admission is directed by Paul Weitz, screenplay written by Karen Croner. Also stars Paul Rudd and Gloria Rueben.

In This Section: Read. Watch.

The Sword of Stars

Zara’s

Puzzle

Listen.

Day 9

Recipes

Fun

Page 38

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BOOK REVIEWS Tashi

Tashi, by ANNA FIENBERG and BARBARA FIENBERG, illustrated by KIM GAMBLE, Allen & Unwin, RRP: $11.95 , paperback,

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ISBN: 1 86373 806 1, 63 pages. ack becomes friends with Tashi, a boy from a faraway land. Tashi has many adventures to share and tells Jack of angry war lords, gigantic swans and fire breathing dragons. For younger readers who love magical adventures, Tashi is an enjoyable chapter book. Written by renowned children’s author Anna Fienberg with her mother, Barbara Fienberg, this creative writing is well accompanied by the detailed illustrations of Kim Gamble and is the first book in a series of many more.

Tashi is imaginative and a good read for children 7 years or older.

CD REVIEW Emiliana Torrini Fisherman’s Woman, 2005 Me and Armini, 2008

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inger and songwriter, Emiliana Torrini was born and raised in Iceland and is half Icelandic, half Italian. At 7 years old, she joined a choir and sang soprano until she was 15 when she went to opera school. She recorded a few jazz and blues songs for her father’s 50th birthday which then became an album that sold 15,000 copies in Iceland and remained number one for many months Torrini played music in bars, restaurants and hotels all over Iceland and released 3 albums in Iceland. In 1999 she moved to England and released her first internationally distributed album, Love in the Time of Science. Following this she wrote and performed ‘Gollum’ for the finale of the 2002 film,The Lord of the Rings,The Two Towers and co-wrote two songs with Australian, UK based, pop sensation Kylie Minogue.

In 2005 she released her fifth album, Fisherman’s Woman and 2008 saw the release of her most recent album, Me and Armini.

Emiliana Torrini sings in a voice that is gentle but confident. Her poetical lyrics contain thought provoking messages that are often uplifting.

When listening to Torrini’s music, I feel as if I am resting peacefully in a hammock, watching her tell of her stories and pondering through the clouds. Her music takes the listener places and one can feel the honesty in her words.

Me and Armini carries more upbeat melodies than Fisherman’s Woman and both are permeated by her gorgeous instrumentals. Emiliana Torrini’s music uses beautiful guitar picking, bird noises, hip riffs on an electric guitar, in one song she uses manipulated huffs of breath and creates many more amazing sounds with her voice.

I look forward to listening to her latest album, Tookah, which will be released on the 9th of September, 2013.

Read.Watch.Listen by Zara Adcock Copyright © 2013 Zara Adcock

Emiliana Torrini’s music is most suitable for teenagers and adults.

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FICTION

The Sword of Star s Day 9

A Mi n d of Its Own The Story So Far…Captain Blake told Simon of their quest to find the S w o rd o f S t a r s …

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“Good, because now all you need to study is: navigation, carpentry, steering, rowing, weaponry and sword skills,” Violet threw back her head and laughed.

Simon glanced at Captain Blake and was certain that he too thought that whatever Violet was thinking was not funny.

imon hadn’t realised how exhausting piracy was until Captain Blake had assigned him to work with the ship’s Sail Master, Palin. The

bright eyed pirate had been training him all week how to adjust, manage and secure sail after sail.

Then there were the sailor’s knots he had to learn too.

That was no easy feat as there were many types of knots to master, each to be used for specific purposes.

Violet, meanwhile, had been taken under Cook’s wing and was often found housekeeping, or more accurately, boat-keeping. But when Violet was able to slip away from Cook she would watch Simon learn how to work the sails muttering things like, “Education, who is he kidding? This is dangerous.” Simon guessed she was referring to Captain Blake with who she had been noted to argue with at least twice a day.

“Blake,” she said, dropping the word Captain.

“My son is too small to row and as for weaponry and sword skills, well you’ve got to be kidding me,” Captain Blake scratched his stubble. “I’m not kidding,” he said. Violet’s recognisably sarcastic smile transformed into a stony glare. Simon heard the other conversations around him dissipate and saw all eyes and ears turn towards the argument. “My child will not be learning how to handle gunpowder, or fire canons and no way will he touch a sword,” she said.

“I understand you concerns,” said the Captain.

“But as an experienced sailor, pirate and someone who cares for Simon dearly, I believe he will be fine.

We can stay away from rowing and gunpowder for now, but he will learn how to use a sword,” The Captain’s eyes swept over his crew. “Will you excuse us for a moment?” He took Violet’s arm and Simon went to follow automatically. “No Simon, you stay here.” Said Captain Blake as he led Violet away.

At the end of the week, Captain Blake watched Simon assist Palin through choppy winds. Simon worked well, almost intuitively, and Palin hardly had to give him any directions. After dinner, Captain Blake stood and made a toast, “To Simon, a pirate in the making and a pretty good one too!”

“To Simon,” the crew chorused.

Simon felt his heart leap a little. With all the men saying his name he felt as if he truly were a part of the crew.

“Women on ships are bad luck.” Someone murmured.

“Ssh.” Said another pirate. Simon saw Cook exit and Clara shift uncomfortably. “Sit here son,” Said Sir Blithe patting the bench beside him. “Don’t worry dear boy,”

Captain Blake sat back down next to Simon and patted his back. “What do you say, Simon? Do you want to keep learning?”

“Of course!” said Simon. Captain Blake chuckled.

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“About what?” Simon jibed. He noticed one of the ship’s telescopes behind him and turned to look through it. He knew he wouldn’t see much at night but he did not want to face the crew. Simon was humiliated.

Why did his mother have to ruin this moment in front of everyone? She hadn’t even complimented him for his great sail work.

“They don’t work anymore,” said Sir Blithe gesturing to the telescope. Simon ignored him. “Those telescopes used to show you any destination you requested, but like I said, they don’t work anymore,” Simon faced Sir Blithe. “Are you saying that you could see anywhere you wanted?” he asked.

“That’s right,” said Sir Blithe. “You just had to tell them where you wanted to see. Nowadays they seem to have a mind of their own,” On seeing Simon’s interest, Sir Blithe moved to face the telescope.

“Okay, look into the telescope,” Sir Blithe told him.

Simon obeyed. Sir Blithe put his mouth close to the device and intoned, “Mermaid’s Cove, Mermaid’s Cove…Did you see the cove and the, er, mermaids?” he asked.

“No Sir,” said Simon.

“Oh, oh well then. I told you it didn’t work.”

Simon sighed and looked back into the telescope.

A dark, thunderous island with thick fog appeared.

Lightning struck the island’s centre and Simon heard the faint echo of a scream. Simon jumped to his feet.

“Did anyone else hear that?” he demanded. The crew looked up, puzzled. Simon left the main deck, running to find Violet and Captain Blake. Was it Mum that screamed? Simon wondered and hoped she was alright.

He soon bumped into her as he neared the foremast.

“Did you scream?” he asked. “No I didn’t, why?” she said.

“Oh, sorry,” Simon said and tried to get past her.

“Hey Simon,” Violet’s hand closed around his shoulder. “What’s wrong?”

Simon checked no one was nearby. “Aren’t you proud of me?” he gulped. “I can manage sails now, isn’t that…cool?” Violet’s lips curled into a smile.

“Yes Simon, it is. I am so proud of you, so, so proud of you,” “Then why didn’t you say so?” he mumbled.

“I’m sorry, I just worry you’ll get hurt,” “I won’t. Palin taught me how to look after myself,” Simon held Violet’s gaze until she seemed to give in.

“Where’s Captain Blake?” Simon asked. “In his office, why?” said Violet. Simon was already off and running.

“I need to talk to him.” he called back.

Simon dashed into the office where the Captain had revealed the quest and puffed. Simon saw that the Captain had the cupboard open but before Simon could even begin to be curious as to what was kept there, Captain Blake spun around and slammed the cupboard doors shut. “Simon?” he asked.

Simon frowned at the briskness in the Captain’s voice but didn’t dwell on it. Instead, he explained what he had seen and possibly heard looking into the telescope.

“Describe the scream,” said Captain Blake.

Simon thought carefully. “Whoever screamed sounded as if they were tormented. It was… chilling,” Reflecting on the sound, Simon was confused as to why he ever thought it was his mother. “Almost unhuman,” Simon added. The Captain told Simon to sit and poured himself some brandy. He sipped it carefully, his eyebrows furrowed. Another thought occurred to Simon and he stood up without realising it as the idea took hold of him. “Sir Blithe said the telescopes had a mind of their own,” he burst. “But what if…?”

Simon paused and looked to the Captain who returned his stare with twinkling eyes. The Captain finished his brandy and chose a scroll from the shelf. He stretched it out over the table. “Explain what you saw again?” said the Captain.

To Be Continued…

By Zara Adcock Copyright © 2013 Zara Adcock

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Recipes CHALLENGE RATE SCALE:

Lemon and Basil Pasta Challenge Rate: 2/5 Preparation Time: 1 hour Serves 4

I always feel wonderful making this dish. The combination of scents from the fresh ingredients is both invigorating and soothing. This meal will take up to one hour to prepare and I recommend it for a special Mother’s Day dinner.

500g organic kamut spaghetti 2 lemons 2 handfuls of fresh basil 1 handful of fresh parsley 20 (or more) pitted black olives 2 red capsicums 2 chillies, finely sliced ¾ cup of parmesan, grated Organic extra virgin cold pressed olive oil Sea salt and black pepper

To Cook the Pasta: Fill a pot of water and add a sprinkle of coarse sea salt and a drizzle of olive oil.

Put the lid on the pot and turn the stove heat to high.

Once the water comes to boil, remove lid, add the pasta and turn the heat down to medium.

With a pasta fork, stir the pasta well so that it does not stick together and allow the water to come to the boil again.

Stir pasta every couple of minutes.

Once the pasta is cooked (it will be soft and easy to chew), drain in a colander, return the pasta to the pot and put the lid back on the pot.

Squeeze lemons until you have ½ cup of lemon juice.

Rinse the herbs and pull the leaves from the stems, put aside in a bowl.

When the pasta has been drained, stir in most of the lemon juice and a good drizzle of olive oil to keep the pasta moist.

Season with a good pinch of sea salt and a good sprinkle of pepper.

Add the chillies, parsley and most of the parmesan.

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Method:

To Prepare the Fresh Ingredients: Pre-heat oven to 160 degrees C (320 F).

Line a baking tray with baking paper.

Cut the capsicum into squares and season capsicum with olive oil and sea salt.

Place the tray of capsicum squares into the oven to roast for up to 45 minutes.

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1/5 = easy and quick 2/5= simple 3/5= simple but takes effort/time 4/5= challenging 5/5=difficult and/or time consuming

Dish the pasta onto plates and add basil, olives, capsicum squares, (cherry tomatoes and oregano if using them).

Bring remaining lemon juice and parmesan to the table and add more if desired.

Fresh oregano 20 (or more) fresh cherry tomatoes

Enjoy!

Copyright © 2013 Zara Adcock

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PUZZLE FUN! EDUC ATION

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PUZZLE FUN!

Word Search Challenge At the Beach

How many words can you find about being at the beach?

Nine Letter Word Find as many three or more letter words as you can with the letters in this box and see if you can find the nine-letter word. Pronouns, suffixes and prefixes are not counted.

10-18 words: good.

19-27 words: very good.

28 words or more: excellent!

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Because he worked well with pupils. *

Can you find the solution to this question?

What do you get when a waiter trips?

Flying Saucers.

A man must cross a river with a wolf, a goat, and a cabbage.

There is a small row-boat in which he can take only one of the three with him at a time. However, if he leaves the wolf and the goat together, the wolf will eat the goat. If he leaves the goat and the cabbage together, then the goat will eat the cabbage.

How can the man cross the river with the wolf, the goat and the cabbage?

* What do you put in something to make it lighter?

A hole. * What should you do if your computer crashes?

Take away it’s driver’s license. *

For answers see page 71

My sister said there were three kinds of people in the world: Those who can count and those who can’t.

Puzzle Fun page by Zara Adcock Copyright © 2013 Zara Adcock

Jokes courtesy of Ben Adcock.

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Missing Out on Education

BURMESE BURMESE MIGRANT MIGRANT KIDS KIDS DENIED DENIED EDUCATION. EDUCATION.

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About 80 percent of all labour migrants in the country are Burmese, with the rest from Cambodia and Laos. According to a recent report by the International Organization for Migration (IOM), an estimated 200,000 migrant children younger than 17 are in the country.

However, some NGOs estimate there could be as many as 500,000 children born to Burmese parents in Thailand. At least 2,000 Burmese children are born in Thai hospitals each year, while unknown numbers are born at home or outside, in orchards or plantations.

housands of children of Burmese migrant workers in Thailand are missing out on an education, specialists say.

Under Thai policy, all children, regardless of their status in the country, can attend school, but many migrant children do not.

While some cite problems of language or the lack of resources of individual schools, others have to work to support their families.

Many attend migrant learning centres run by local NGO’s instead, which are not recognized by the Thai Ministry of Education. Of the estimated 2.2 million migrants who live and work in Thailand, just over 500,000 are officially registered, making exact calculations of how many children are among them difficult.

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He also explained that during the first few months of enrolment, some children had difficulties adapting, especially students who had not yet developed their communication skills or were over 10 and entering school for the first time.

Those students were put in first-grade classes, which are difficult to adapt to different age groups, while teachers were not equipped for this situation.

According to the Peace Way Foundation in Thailand, a migrant child could only be educated if a teacher was willing to accept the child and the family could afford it. Children could attend classes, but with little hope of obtaining a Thai certificate of education, which is essential for further study.

“In practice, this is challenging to implement for a number of reasons,” Amanda Bissex, chief of the child protection section with the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF) Thailand, told IRIN. “Access to education for migrant children is impeded by understanding of the cabinet decision at the local level; extra costs associated with education, for example, school uniforms and text books, availability of suitable education and language of instruction.”

In addition, there is the language barrier and financial struggles for Burmese children, while teachers have their own difficulties, education specialists said.

“The teachers’ and communities’ attitude toward migrant children have to be properly approached so that the EFA [Education for All] can be implemented effectively,” Rangsun Wiboonuppatum, a UNICEF education officer, said.

NGO Schools Meanwhile, for those unable to attend Thai schools and going to local learning centres run by NGOs in their area, additional challenges remain.

“We’re giving [free] education to as many students as we can, but there are many students who cannot come to our learning centres, which calls for further intervention measures,” said Thein Lwin, who runs the Children Learning Center in Chiang Mai, teaching Burmese, Thai, English and Maths, in northern Thailand.

In migrant schools, children are taught in their native language and in many cases follow the Burmese educational curriculum with additional courses such as Thai language and computer skills.

However, after completing high school, these young graduates do not have any prospects of attending university, as their education is not officially recognised by the Thai Education Ministry.

“Without education, they [Burmese children] will have no chance to make a better life wherever they live, in Thailand or Burma,” Myint Wai, deputy director of the Thai Action Committee for Democracy in Burma, said.

“We have to get our school officially recognized by the Thai government so the children can continue further studies in the Thai education system,” Paw Ray, chairwoman of the Burmese Migrant Workers Education Committee, said.

Thai authorities are reportedly drafting the legal status for such learning centres operated by NGOs to certify their education.

Editor´s note :There are cases of rejection of kids in advanced educational systems in our town if the owners don´t like the parents.

NGO School in North Thailand

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More Tests and Grades KIDS IN SCHOOL TO FACE UPGRADED CHALLENGES?

he UK government has announced new plans which could mean primary school children in England will start taking tests at a younger age. It could also mean that all pupils

from the age of 11 will be ranked on a national grading scale - this means every pupil would be put in different bands according to their achievements.

Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg and Schools Minister David Laws announced the plans as part of a big report into how education is run. The changes could be brought in to schools in 2016.

Nick Clegg said: “For children to achieve their potential we need to raise the bar - in terms of tests, pass marks and minimum standards.

I am confident that primary schools and their pupils will meet that challenge.”

But some teachers are against the plans, because they think the new system would upset some children and could put them off school.

Some parent´s comments : “I think it will make school much more stressful.” – Ivana - Wales “I don’t agree that there should be more tests because it can put students under more pressure, which isn’t healthy. I for one feel under pressure when it comes to exams and I don’t think it’s fair that we have to go through more tests” – Ronald - Scotland

“I think is a brilliant idea! Because children would get used to tests so when they start Junior School they will know what to do in the more serious tests. I would have loved to do them when I was in the infants because they are so much fun! “ – Miriam - England “Some of us think it is a bad idea, because if children get a bad grade then they might loose their confidence and give up altogether - it might make them feel embarrassed to be compared to others and it might put them off school due to added stress. The rest of us think that testing is a good idea - some children might respond well to knowing their grades and where they stand compared to other children. Regular testing might encourage those children, especially if they make progress.” – Janette - England.

“I think there should be simple, playful tests starting from year 1 so children get an experience of taking tests. Not grade them seriously as some may be discouraged, especially in a multicultural educational system. It is very remarkable how 5 – 7 year old kids relate to things that take place during a school day”

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REVIEW

Aglio Olio, a Real Italian Pizzeria IN THE CULINARY WORLD THE TREND IS GOING BACK TO OLD VALUES LIKE LOCALLY PRODUCED PRODUCTS AND CRAFTSMANSHIP.

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ax Mazzalai, the owner of Aglio Olio, in Naebkehard Road around the corner of Soi 51, is no stranger to the gastronomy business in Hua Hin, mainly because he is also the co-owner of the Del Casaro Cheese factory in Soi 10.

Del Casaro is one of Thailand’s leading suppliers of Mozzarella and Ricotta cheese and supplies hotels and restaurants in popular tourist destinations such as Bangkok, Pattaya, Samui, Phuket, Koh Phangan and of course own our Royal beach town.

Aglio Olio Pizzeria, just like in Italy, it is not only restaurant, but it’s a Pizzeria! With a wood fired oven, Pizza’s are made before your very eyes with fresh ingredients and cheese from their own factory with organic salads from local produce.

Furthermore Aglio Oilio’s atmosphere is simple and neat with covered outside seating, reminding with small hints here and there of Italy, in line with Thai culture, because Thai people go to a restaurant because of the quality of the food and don’t worry too much about the seating. Aglio Olio pizzeria has comfortable seating and because its open on the sides, a nice breeze accompanied us throughout our meal.

With the first round of drinks we got some complementary Mozarella and black olives straight from the factory, fresh and tastefull unlike some plain processed imported products.

This mozzarella is made from milk from happy local cows which have been outdoors all their live and we from Approach appreciate that because it brings a more rich flavour, serves the environmental sustainability and provides local jobs.

As starters we chose my personal favourite, Beef Carpaccio, quality thin sliced beef with Parmesan and rocket salad. The accompanying wines were chosen by Max himself to give us the best match possible. In adittion a light Bardolino from Lago di Garda matched the starters perfectly.

As A main course, Gnocchi Gorgonzola and Pizza Calzone Aglio Olio was served. Albeit being a cheese aficionado as a Dutchman, I was a little bit worried the Gorgonzola and whether it would be too strong of taste, but it was mild, moist and very tasteful. The (folded) Pizza Calzone was richly filled with ham , spinach tomatoes and cheese and reminded me of Calzones I ate in Italy on the Adriatic Riviera or equally Costa Amalfi.

A classic Chianti complemented the main course.

For dessert, the obligatory Tira- Mi- Su deliciously demanded a double Espresso with a Grappa as a “digestive”. Undoubtedly, Aglio Olio is a family restaurant with plenty of space for friends and family in an unstressed atmosphere and home cooking with nice prices.

Close your eyes and you are in Bella Italia!

An enjoyable evening with good food!

P I Z Z A • PA STA • S A L A D S at aglio Olio, we pride ourself in using fresh locally produced ingredients and cheese from our del casaro cheese factory. aglio olio welcomes the whole family and provides you with an very affordable price and high quality food!

Address: Neabkahert Road 8/8, Prachuab Kirikhan 77110 Tel:

+66(0) 32-522-749

Email: info@delcasaro.com

Mob:

+66(0) 898-374-553

Web: www.delcasaro.com

Chef McDang’s Corner

CULINAIRY

A UNIQUE CHEF AND INTERNATIONAL RECOGNIZED THAI CHEF.

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here is nothing ordinary about Chef McDang and his rise to become one of the world experts on Thai cooking. Born into the Thai royal family, ML Sirichalerm Svasti frequently nicknamed Chef McDang, is a Thai celebrity food expert, chef and writer. He is the only Thai chef to have his own training class called “Principle of Thai Cookery” with Le Cordon Bleu College of Culinary Arts.

Born into the Thai royal family, McDang completed his early education at Cheltenham College (Gloucestershire, England), Georgetown University, School of Foreign Service, (Washington DC, USA) and at the Culinary Institute of America (New York, USA), which led to a career as executive chef at The Marriottee Reach Hotel (Key West, Florida, USA), Food & Beverage Director for Paul Tripp Restaurant Group (Key West Florida, USA) and restaurant owner and manager of Back Porch Cafe’ (Rehoboth Beach, DE., USA) that saw him travel from Washington DC to Florida and California.

Green Chicken Curry

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This Thai Green Curry Chicken recipe features chunks of tender chicken simmered in a homemade green curry sauce along with healthy vegetables (zucchini and red bell pepper).

Prep Time: 20 minutes - Cook Time: 18 minutes - Total Time: 38 minutes - Yield: SERVES 3-4 (with rice)

1 to 1.5 lbs. (about 0.7 kg) boneless chicken thigh or breast, cut into chunks 1 can coconut milk 4 kaffir lime leaves, OR substitute 1 tsp. grated lime zest 1 red bell pepper, seeded and cut into chunks 1 zucchini, sliced lengthwise several times, then cut into chunks generous handful fresh basil 2 Tbsp. coconut oil or other vegetable oil GREEN CURRY PASTE: 4 small green Thai chilies, OR substitute 1 to 2 jalapeno peppers 1/4 cup shallot OR purple onion, diced 4 cloves garlic, minced 1 thumb-size piece galangal OR ginger, grated 1 stalk fresh minced lemongrass OR 3 Tbsp. frozen or bottled prepared lemongrass 1/2 tsp. ground coriander 1/2 tsp. ground cumin 3/4 to 1 tsp. shrimp paste 1 (loose) cup fresh coriander/cilantro leaves and stems, chopped 1/2 tsp. ground white pepper (can be purchased at some supermarkets, OR at Asian food stores) 3 Tbsp. fish sauce 1 tsp. brown sugar 2 Tbsp. lime juice

Preparation:

Place all the “green curry paste” ingredients together in a food processor, and process to a paste.

If necessary, add a few Tbsp. of the coconut milk to help blend ingredients. Set aside.

2.

Prepare the lime leaves by tearing the leaf away from either side of the stem. Discard the central stem.

Then, using scissors, cut leaves into thin strips. Set aside.

3.

Warm a wok or large frying pan over medium-high heat. Add the oil and swirl around, then add the green curry paste.

4.

Stir-fry briefly to release the fragrance (30 seconds to 1 minute), then add 3/4 of the coconut milk,

reserving 2-3 Tbsp. per serving portion for later.

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Add the chicken, stirring to incorporate. When the curry sauce comes to a boil, reduce heat to medium or medium-low, until you get a nice simmer.

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Cover and allow to simmer 3-5 more minutes, or until chicken is cooked through. Stir occasionally.

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Add the red bell pepper and zucchini, plus the strips of lime leaf (or lime zest), stirring well to incorporate.

Simmer another 2-3 minutes, or until vegetables are softened but still firm and colorful.

8.

Do a taste-test for salt, adding 1-2 Tbsp. fish sauce if not salty enough. If you’d prefer a sweeter curry, add a little more sugar. If too salty, add a squeeze of lime or lemon juice. If too spicy, add more coconut milk.

Note that this curry should be a balance of salty, spicy, sweet and sour, plus bitter (the bitter is found in the fresh basil garnish).

9.

Serve this curry in bowls with rice served separately, allowing guests to add their own. Top each portion with fresh basil, then drizzle over 2-3 Tbsp. coconut milk, and ENJOY! 1.

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C U L I N A RY

Hotel & Restaurant

AUGUST

PROMOTIONS

Amari Mosaic – All day dining – International Breakfast – Thai Specialties – Kids Favourites Shoreline Beach Club – BBQ Beachside Lounge – Grill Favourites – Aqua – Pool Bar – Taste of Thailand – Thai Bites & Snacks – Noodle Soups – Fresh Fruit

Anantara Weekly Dining Recommendations : 18:30 – 22:30 Tuesday & Sunday - Rim Nam -– Curry Night – THB 799 Thursday - Beach Restaurant -– Thai Night Buffet – THB 899 Friday - Sai Thong -– Anantara Wine Dinner – THB 1,999 Saturday - Baan Thalia -– Beach BBQ Buffet – THB 1,050 Sunday – Beach & Pool Restaurant – Som Tam Tod – THB 320 Daily Resort Promotions : Ice Cool Beers by The Beach – 5 bottles for THB 599 Frozen Margaritas & Daiquiries – THB 250 per cocktail Lunchtime Specials – THB 350 / set – Pizza or Pasta – THB 349/set Thai Tapas – THB 249/set - Sala Siam – Check for specials : Thai Cooking Class etc.

Anantasila Thai Night – Fridays 18:30 – 21:30 Steak & Pasta Night – Saturdays 18:30 – 21:30 Sunday Salads – Salad and Antipasti Bar - 18:30 – 21:30 Children under the age of 12 pay half price.

Dusit Thani The Restaurant – International & Thai Cuisine – Daily San Marco – Mediterranean Favourites – All day Ban Benjaron – Royal Thai Cuisine – 18:00 – 22:00

Hilton THE MARKET - Signature dishes of the month - -”Spaghetti Kang Kheaw Whan Goong” Spaghetti green curry with prawns for THB 320 nett - -Chicken Tikka Masala with Jasmine rice for THB 350 nett Theme Dinners – Monday – the best of the Silk road – THB 850.

Thursday - Taste of Thailand Buffet THB 650.

Friday All-you-can-eat pizza, pasta and salad buffet THB 650 Saturday - International Barbeque buffet - THB 1,050 THE CELLAR - Open daily from 12.00 pm - 10.00 pm – Spanish wines & Tapas THB 460.

WHITE LOTUS - All-You-Can-Eat Dim Sum - Saturday, Sunday& public Holidays THB 520.

Chinese buffet dinner every Sunday - A fusion of Chinese, Thai and Mediterranean specialities.

THB 899 – Signature dish – Juicy Pork Spare Ribs THB 440 SKY BAR Operating Hours 6.00 pm - 11.00 pm – with DJ – Funky Beats CHAY HAD – Burgers, Sandwiches and Nuggets – Special Combos.

Wednesday - Wine Dinner - A 5-course set dinner with a glass of wine for THB 1,550 Full moon dinner on July 22 - 5 course set dinner. THB 2,500

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Editor´s Note: The above prices are mainly net per person without VAT(7%) or Service Charge (10%).

Children under the age of 6 years are usually free and youth from 6 – 12 pay half price.

However check with each outlet as different Resorts may have different options.

CULI N A RY

Hilton (CONTINUED) AQUA POOL BAR - Weekend Burger from 13.00 - 15.00 - flying burger, hot dog or a Satay - THB 360 MILESTONES - Enjoy our vibrant Filipino band playing from 8:30 pm until late daily except on Sunday.

Pre-Dinner cocktails and Nightcaps THB 150 SOS - TUG BOAT BAR - Enjoy acoustic live music daily from 6.00 pm - 9.00 pm (except on Sunday) Catch live sports on the massive outdoor screen - Football, Golf and more draught beer for THB 120 nett and Standard spirits cocktails for THB 110 nett.

BEER HOUSE PARTY CALENDAR - Every Wednesday - Lady Night - 50% discount/ beverage for ladies.

Every Friday - Cowboy Night with sexy cowgirls - Every Sunday: DJ Battle by DJ Richard and the Gang .

Saturday night 29 June 2013: Rock ‘n Roll Party with SMF concert, special bartender and sexy coyote show.

F1 Kick Off – 7 July 7.00 pm German Grand Prix.

Hyatt Regency

Intercontinental

McFarland House - Afternoon Tea & Mango High Tea - Everyday from

Pirom Restaurant features authentic Thai cuisine made from locally-

2:00pm to 6:00 pm priced at Baht 300 / person & THB 500 / Couple.

sourced ingredients.

Talay Thai – All you can eat Dinner of Thai Specialties – Mondays from

Felicita - Trattoria-style dining and wood-fired pizzas.

6:30 – 10:30 PM – THB 800 / Person

Azure Beach Grill offers all-day dining and fantastic rooftop views.

McFarland House - Sunday Brunch is available every Sunday from

The Lee La Bar All day drinks and light snacks pool side

11.30 – 15.00 hrs. The prices are Baht 1,500 net per person inclusive of a bottle of sparkling wine per two persons, home-made lemonade and

V-Villas

iced tea, Baht 1,300 net per person inclusive of home-made lemonade

Villazo Restaurant – Best 3 Course Restaurant – THB 1,750 ( with a glass

and iced tea and Baht 650 net for child 6 – 12 years old.

of wine THB 2,000)

Figs Restaurant invites guests to experience authentic home-made

Zab Wer - Soi 112

pasta dishes and pizzas from our Baht 250 dinner menu available every Tuesday and Thursday from 6:30pm to 10:30pm.

All day breakfast – Lunch & Dinner – Isan and Western Food.

International Grand Buffet Dinner – Saturdays– THB 1500 / Person

Western delicacies : 2 Pork Chops with Mashed Potatoes and Gravy

from 6:30 PM until 10:30 PM.

TIP OFTHE MONTH

Lamb Shank with Potatoes of your choice.

Spaghetti Bolognese and Carbonara with Red Wine

Coco 51

Specialty : Crab Curry with Steamed or Fried Rice and unequalled Chicken

Great location and atmosphere with live music, excellent food and friendly service . Usually you can’t have it all, but this restaurant does it right. Our recommendation is the Australian Steak Sirloin, very tender and juicy!!

with Cashew Nuts. Beer – Wine and Cocktails with your Dinner

Putharacsa Ocean Side Beach Bar – Unique Mango Creations at Oceanside Beach Club and Bar: Mango Martini and Mango Mojito at THB 200 - Unlimited wine and tapas buffet at THB 599 per person from 5-7 pm daily - “Chill out weekend” chill out on our huge beach beds with the tunes of our resident DJ at Oceanside Beach Club Every Friday and Saturday, 8pm onwards.

Sundays BBQ Brunch from 12pm onwards at Oceanside Beach Club & Restaurant, featuring live cooking stations, sumptuous seafood BBQ and relaxed sounds from our DJ at THB 999.

Special Mother´s Day Spa Promotion : This Mother’s day, treat your mother to something truly unique “Favorite for Mom”. A 60 min Floral oil massages plus extreme moisturizing Facial inclusive of a wellness present - per person: THB 2,400 - per Couple: THB 4,000 - Valid from August 1 till August 31 2013

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GOLF

& SPORT THAILAND

VS PORTUGAL

INTERNATIONAL SCORES & OPINION ON GOLF IN THAILAND COMPARED TO MAJOR GOLF DESTINATION; PORTUGAL.

=7 =9

=10 =6

QUALITY

=10 =8

GOLFING EXPERIENCE

SERVICE

=8 =6

VALUE FOR MONEY

There is good golf cross the country with most of best courses in Thailand in and around Bangkok, Pattaya and Hua Hin. Thai Country Club has hosted more professional golf events than any other Thai golf course. Black Mountain Golf Club is the only golf course in Thailand to be rated in the top 100 courses outside the USA by Golf Digest.

Service, hospitality and Thailand are synonymous with each other and golf is no exception. Thais golf as much as the visitors and you can always meet friendly locals on the golf course. Caddies are standard at all Thailand golf courses and will be missed by every visiting golfer on their first round back home.

Interesting Thai culture, excellent attractions, and world renowned night life ensure a great time off the course.

Golf in the Kingdom is all about the Thai golf experience.

For example, try a foot massage after golf.

After all, it is only 300 THB and can be found on practically every street corner.

It is true that green fees at Thailand golf courses are higher than they used to be. One round of golf at a top Thailand golf course such as Siam Country Club in Pattaya can set you back 6,000 THB including caddie fees and tips. Fortunately everything else in Thailand is reasonably priced. Resorts, transportation, food and drink are priced less than most other premium golf.

OVERALL VERDICT

Thailand and Portugal are both high quality, albeit very different golf destinations. For short trips Portugal cannot be beat. For a unique golf experience with world-class service and enjoyment, Thailand is the undisputed leader.

=8.75 =7.25

Further: Formula 1 Driver Standings 2013

Breaking News: Guess Who’s Back

The Champions of Wimbledon

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Formula 1

driver standings FORMULA 1 STANDINGS AFTER THE GERMAN GRAND PRIX - JULY 7, 2013.

Half way through the season after the Hungarian GP, with 9 races left, Sebastian Vettel still leads the championship with Fernando Alonso and Kimmi Raikonen on his heels.

Nr.

Name - Team

+/-

Points Behind Wins

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20

Sebastian Vettel - Red Bull Fernando Alonso - Ferrari Kimi Raikkonen - Lotus Lewis Hamilton - Mercedes Mark Webber - Red Bull Nico Rosberg – Mercedes Felipe Massa - Ferrari Romain Grosjean - Lotus Paul di Resta - Force India Jenson Button - McLaren Adrian Sutil - Force India Sergio Perez - McLaren Jean-Eric Vergne - Toro Rosso Daniel Ricciardo - Toro Rosso Nico Hulkenberg - Sauber Pastor Maldonado - Williams Valtteri Bottas - Williams Esteban Gutierrez - Sauber Jules Bianchi - Marussia Charles Pic - Caterham

– – – – – – – +1 -1 – – +1 -1 – – – – – – –

157 123 116 99 93 84 57 41 36 33 23 16 13 11 7 0 0 0 0 0

Martina Hingis

Breaking

News

TENNIS

Daniela Hantuchova

Guess Who is Back?

34 41 58 64 73 100 116 121 124 134 141 144 146 150 157 157 157 157 157

4 2 1 0 0 2 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0

SUMMARY

Vettel was victorious on home soil for the first time in his Formula One career after winning the German Grand Prix at Nurburgring.

The Red Bull driver leaped into the lead at the start and never relinquished it other than during pit stop cycles. Raikkonen was fast closing in on the German near the end but there was not enough time to mount a challenge and he finished second while Lotus teammate Grosjean rounded out the podium.

Alonso finished fourth, ahead of Hamilton, who made his way past Button on the final lap.

Webber finished seventh despite a disastrous pit stop following which he lost a wheel that struck a cameraman. The cameraman was bruised but ok.

Just days after being enshrined in the International Tennis Hall of Fame, fivetime Grand Slam singles champion Martina Hingis has announced that she is coming back to the WTA Tour for the first time since 2007.

The legendary - and occasionally controversial - Hingis announced on Tuesday that she will be playing doubles in two weeks at the Southern Californian Open in Carlsbad with Daniela Hantuchova.

Nobody knows yet whether this is a one-time trial, the start of a comeback in doubles or even a (seemingly unlikely) complete re-launch of her career.

Hingis and Hantuchova go way back.

But one thing is for sure: This is great news for the WTA.

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Women’s tennis has been beaten up a lot over the past few years, especially because it’s been compared to the golden era of the men’s game.

Since women’s sports are always viewed under a harsher microscope, the down times always seem much more dire.

Enter Hingis, who brings a lot of always coveted spice to the WTA tour.

She’s outspoken, enthusiastic and incredibly charismatic.

She’s also one of the all-time greats.

Hingis spent 209 weeks at No. 1 in singles (No. 4 on the all-time list) and 35 weeks as the No. 1 in doubles. Along with her 43 singles titles, she has 37 doubles crowns, including 10 Grand Slams.

Simply put, she’s a superstar

GOLF &

S P O RT

THE CHAMPIONS OF

WIMBLEDON

M

en Singles - 2013 Wimbledon was a final breakthrough for Andy Murray in the men´s single. Andy Murray defeated Novak Djokovic to become the first British man to capture the

Wimbledon championship since Fred Perry in 1936.

He did it in straight sets, 6-4, 7-5, 6-4, in front of a very supportive Centre Court crowd.

As expected, the tournament’s top two seeds put on an often brilliant display of tennis. The final was the 19th meeting between the rivals, and it showed. During some of the extended rallies, of which there were many, it seemed like they each knew what the other player was going to do next.

Murray’s victory was his first against Djokovic since the U.S. Open final last year and gives him eight wins in 19 matchups. The world’s top-ranked player had won the previous three encounters, including the Australian Open Championship match earlier in the year For the Wimbledon fan favourite, it marks his second career Grand Slam title and the second marquee victory at the All England Club in the past year. He captured the gold medal during the London Olympics last summer, which appeared to have a huge impact on his confidence level.

The difference between the two superstars was minimal throughout the match, but Murray was the better player from the outset.

Below Andy Murray and Marion Bartoli

Ladies Singles In the end, Marion Bartoli’s tennis was just too good.

The Frenchwoman, at 28 years old, came into Saturday’s final as somewhat of an underdog against Sabine Lisicki, who had summoned her best tennis to beat Serena Williams and Agnieszka Radwanska among others on her way to the final.

While Bartoli didn’t face a player inside the Top 15, she was sensational on Saturday, blasting the ball off both wings and not looking deterred at all against the German, who seemed shaken by nerves upon the big occasion. Bartoli, playing in her 47th major, sets a record for most Grand Slams played before winning her first title, previously held by Jana Novotna (who was playing her 45th Slam when she won Wimbledon in 1998).

Bartoli gains her eighth career title and will move up to No.8 in the world following the win.

LISICKI THRILLER

Sabine Lisicki

After upending defending champion Serena Williams, it was the fourth time big-hitting Sabine Lisicki had triumphed over a reigning French Open champion. It marked her fourth stand in the last eight in as many appearances and the ever-smiling giant killer of this year’s Championships thumped her way through to become the first German since seven-time champion Steffi Graf in 1999 to reach the decider. Unfortunately she couldn’t hold back the tears during the match and sobbed during her runners-up speech as she gracefully acknowledged she was overwhelmed by the occasion.

TOURNAMENT RESULTS Men Singles Ladies Singles Men Doubles Ladies Doubles Mixed Doubles Boys Singles Girls Singles

Murray (GBR) – Djokovic (SRB) Bartoli (FRA) – Lisicki (GER) Bryan/Bryan(USA) – Dodig/Melo (CRO/BRA) Hsieh/Peng(TPE/CHN) – Barty/Dellacqua (AUS) Nestor(CAN)/Mladenovic(FRA) - Soares/Raymond (BRA/USA) Quinzi(ITA) – Chung(KOR) Bencic (SUI) – Townsend (USA)

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Novak Djokovic

Serena Williams

GOLF &

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Participating Golf Courses

Golf Festival 2013 Hua Hin & Cha-Am DURING THE MONTHS OF AUGUST & SEPTEMBER, PLAY GOLF AT 9 GOLF CLUBS FOR THB 999 TEE OFF.

T

he Golf Festival is yearly arranged since 2002 and initiated in Hua Hin/Cha-Am as a pilot project for other tournaments that were organized later.

In close cooperation with the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), Petchburi and Prachuap Khirikhan TAT Offices, and Petchburi/Prachuap Khirikhan Golf Course Association, for a period of 2 months from August to September there are 9 Golf courses that participate in this Golf Festival.

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5.

6.

7.

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Kaeng Krachan Country Club & Resort Springfield Royal Country Club Palm Hills Golf Club & Residence The Imperial Lakeview Resort & Golf Club The Majestic Creek The Royal Thai Army Suanson Pradipat (Seapine) The Eagle Golf Club Royal HuaHin Golf Course Sawang Golf Club

Chairman Golf Festival, Khun Suvit Reanroogruang

These 9 golf courses offers the same green fee rate @999 Baht for this amazing festival while this year the first prize is a Honda Automobile “Brio Amaze”.

Golf lovers who participate and play with a green fee rate of THB 999 will get a raffle ticket which should contain the golfer’s information and be registered at the course where he or she played.

The draw will take place on 6th of October 2013 at the Imperial Lakeview Resort & Golf Club. The exact venue and time will be announced to the players later in September.

Beautiful Pool Villas Bed: 3 Living Areas From: 131 sqm Bath: 2 Land Areas From: 456 sqm

Sales Price From: 4,900,000 THB

Hua Hin Property ‘ Experience is key ’

Tel: Arnold +66(0)878068416 Nicha +66(0)868705783

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HEALTH & WELLNESS

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Let’s devote the entire month to celebrating mothers, say “Thank you Mom” with our special offer “Body Scrub Gift Voucher” at

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Come and indulge your senses with our unique and truly sensational Shine Spa. Fusing Eastern and Western traditions and only THB. 1,490 net for enduring memories. inspired by the “Forces of Nature”; Earth, Connect with us and reserve the right to make Water, Air and Plants, from tranquil massages to luxurious facials, and so much more, we your mother feel special at Shine Spa have placed them all within your grasp for a please call +66 (32) 708235 or truly magical spa experience. email: spa.huahin@sheraton.com

Further:

Bangkok Hospital donates a Multi- Purpose Tent

Pure Fitness at Baan Ing Phu Page 59

Bangkok Hospital Hua Hin donates Multipurpose Tent to Hua Hin Municipality.

Dr Somard Wongkhomthong, Director and Mrs. Sasiphen Piyasuth, Manager of Bangkok Hospital Hua Hin offered a multipurpose tent to the Hua Hin Municipality to Major Mr. Nopporn Wuttikul and other Representatives of the municipality as a donation to be used in public activities around Hua Hin city for emergencies.

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Chronic Lyme TICKS TRANSMITTED DISEASE.

L

by GMoss

Protecting yourself from ticks • Know where ticks live. They favour moist and humid environments in the woods or in grassy areas. The CDC recommends to always walk in the centre of hiking trails to avoid contact.

• Products with permethrin kill ticks; you can treat boots, clothing and camping gear with them.

• Use bug spray repellant with 20 percent or more DEET will protect you for several hours.

• When you come indoors, change clothes and bathe or shower as soon as possible. You’ll prevent ticks from crawling around on you, and you’ll find them more easily.

• Do a full-body tick check as soon as you come inside. Check your children and friends, too. If you’re alone, use a mirror. Remember to check under your arms, in and around your ears, inside your belly button, behind your knees, between your legs, around your waist and in your hair.

• Don’t forget to check your hiking gear, too.

• To make sure you’re not missing anything, tumble clothes in a dryer on high heat for an hour to kill any remaining ticks.

yme disease is the most common tick-borne disease in the our Hemisphere. Borrelia is transmitted to humans by the bite of infected ticks belonging to a few species of ticks.

Early symptoms may include fever, headache, fatigue,

depression, and a characteristic circular skin rash called erythema migrans (EM). Left untreated, later symptoms may involve the joints, heart, and central nervous system. In most cases, the infection and its symptoms are eliminated by antibiotics, especially if the illness is treated early. Delayed or inadequate treatment can lead to more serious symptoms, which can be disabling and difficult to treat.

Especially in our tropical climate, ticks on our pets are very common.

Pets being able to enter the house may “lose” a tick or two which then finds it way to your sofa or even bed. Ticks are hard to kill animals and you really need to hit it hard with a shoe to crack it.

Ticks feed on mice, rats, dogs and cats equally but probably enjoy a luxury meal on a human. If a tick is discovered within 20 hours’ time on your skin, infection is most improbable.

Although many doctors and infectious disease specialists believe that antibiotic therapy is the best curative plan, there are literally thousands of patients - and a considerable number of doctors - who believe the problem is more complicated. Preventative measures such as wearing protective clothing when in the woods and checking bare arms and legs for the tick that carries the disease. Keep pets outside in the garden where they belong.

Symptoms of tick-borne illness The most common symptoms are: • Fever/chills • Aches and pains -- headache, muscle aches, fatigue; joint pain is also fairly common.

Health Issues News August A Longer Life with Fruit and Vegetables

Prostate Screening for Men

Eat more than 5 servings of fruit & vegetables daily and live longer. A study from Sweden showed that people who do not eat fruit and vegetables regularly pass away 3 years sooner than those who do eat fruit and vegetables regularly or eve daily.

The survey or study did not say whether the study included other eating habits such as sugar , fat and protein consumption.

Men are known to hold back on early prostate screening Men, when it comes to tests such as a prostate screening, are not very spontaneous as these tests require the doctor to practically hand-test the whereabouts of the prostate gland in the rectal….

There are no alternative tests….just have to bear with us men.

Spanking Kids Can Physically Create Health Problems

Child Diabetes Linked to Early Solid Foods

Slapped kids may develop obesity as they grow up.

This is a psychological development. Kids may eat uncontrolled to “protest” against physical treatment in their early years.

If a child starts with solid foods earlier than 3 months of age , their risk of developing diabetes at older ages is more probable than if babies are fed on mother milk and fluids before the age of 4-6 months.

However this does not include feeding natural low sugar food such as bananas, papaya and other vitamin and mineral rich fruits.

UK Government Delays Branding on Cigarette Packages After findings in Australia, the UK government delays package branding ban. Why do governments have to be pushed to tell us that smoking is unhealthy.

Are we that ignorant of what is good and what is bad for us?

Labour Induction in Pregnant Women Inducting (starting) the labour process in pregnant women who are overdue, studies have showed, may result in the necessity of a Caesarean Section (birth).

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HEALTH & WELLNESS

Podology

in Thailand

by Dr. Dirk Weeber

THE SCIENCE OF TREATING FEET

P

The medical team, that is Medical Podologist Mor Dirk Weeber - Arayatumsopon, the 39 year old medical director of the clinics originally from Germany. Mor Wuttipong Arayatumsopon (35, Thai) an in Germany occupied Medical Podologist and CEO of The Podology Centre. Bobby Khotbuntao (28,Thai) the Medical Supervisor occupied in Thailand and Janet Sharon Henry the 65 year old Medical and Office Assistant from the United States of America, who is actually retired, but volunteering to escape the boredom of the retirement.

The Podology Centers Bangkok and Chiang Mai are the first and only Medical Foot Therapy Centres in Thailand. Two branches exist.

One in Bangkok which opened in November 2009 and the main branch in Chiang Mai which opened in August 2008.

The Podology Centre is not concerned with pedicures, which are largely for aesthetic purposes, but with administrating appropriate medical treatments for feet. The treatments range from curing basic problems such as skin problems, corn removals, cracked heal treatment, in-growing nail treatment and sweat foot treatment, to curing more serious foot matters such as wounds affected by diabetes, neurological conditions or foot deformities through custom made Orthotics.

odology the science of treating the feet has its origin in ancient Greece, where the word “Podos” meant the foot.

It was the father of the medicine, Hypokrates, who lived hundreds of years before Christ, who is known to have first

treated a foot problem.

Later in the middle ages, approximately surround 1630, the 3 occupations of the barber, dentist and podologist were done by people, who have been called “Bader”. They made all this 3 jobs and have been the pioneers of Podology. We know this because some painters, caught scenes of several jobs, by painting the people, what they were doing. So these painted pictures are our historical witness’ about what the “Baders” did in the middle age in Europe.

With the following centuries the 3 jobs developed and the Barber cuts only hair today, the dentist is an own medical field while we have today Foot treatments for eastetic or cosmetic purpose we call Pedicure and the Medical Foot Therapy we call simply Podology.

There is a relation to the Podiatrist in the United States, but the Podologist is more or less a foot surface expert (crossing the field of Dermatology, Phlebology, Neurology, Anatomy, Alternative Medicine and General Practician) while Podiatrists have more the function of Orthopaedic Foot and Leg Surgeons.

Hygiene is the main concern of the Podology Centre and to this end all equipment is sterilized and packed in separate disposable bags to ensure that patients are not at risk from bacterial infection.

The Podology Centre also offers its customers and patients a choice of expert-selected quality foot, leg, nail and skin treatment products at reasonable prices, such as skin cream foams, collagen lotions and skin crack ointments.

Thailand is today not dealing much with foot health.There are pedicure institution almost everywhere, but they have no idea how to treat medical issues. This is done of dermatologists, general practitioners or general surgeons with sometimes fatal consequences. In Thailand the doctors are too fast with amputations and they very often prescribe antibiotics and pain killers, where appropriate foot treatments would be necessary.

The medical team is very proud to offer IPL Laser Treatments, Liquid Nitrogen Treatments, Alternative Medicine through Aroma Therapy and Dietary Supplements, they even have their own copyright protected Products.

An own history about medical foot treatments actually isn’t existing anywhere in Thailand. We only know - hundreds of years ago the foot was seen as holy in Thailand, but over the years this has changed.

It were according to Thai History Professors the first missionaries who changed the view over the centuries.

As there are no national historical scripts in the libraries or books, it is not much known about the foot history in Siam or Thailand, what is there are only massage or acupressure technics in pictures and texts (but mainly in Chinese.) At “The Podology Centre”, which is currently the only Medical Foot Therapy Clinic group in Thailand, there still is the believe that the foot is holy and the engaged team want the people of Thailand to agree.

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More information can be found on the website: www.mft-thailand. com or you just simply send them an Email: team@mft-thailand.com Or contact them through Facebook The Podology Centre Bangkok Chiang Mai or call the office in Chiang Mai 053-038084 or the hotline 089-6338586. Languages spoken are English, German and Thai.

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ASIA´S FIRST WATER JUNGLE PARK

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On a parcel of about 38 Rai, the PROUD group is creating a Jungle Water Park. Plenty of swimming pools set amongst lush jungle settings, an excellent range of restaurants and leisure facilities, superb service... with a really fun side! Massive water slides, both speedy and steady and a brilliant area for younger kids means there will be water-play to keep everyone smiling. The completion date was not know as APPROACH went to the printer.

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Elephant Property Hua Hin ‘A Boutique Property Agency Providing All of Your Property Needs’

To list your property for rent or sale, please use the contact details below.

Website: www.elephantpropertyhuahin.com Tel: Apple (Thai & English)087-169-6830, Colin (English) 085-237-8287 Email: apple@elephantpropertyhuahin.com, colin@elephantpropertyhuahin.com Address: 70/137 Moobaan Hua Na, Soi 112, Hua Hin, Prachuap Khiri Khan, 77110

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n 2012, the real estate sector recovered well from the devastating flood in the latter part of 2011, which reflects the strength of the Thai economy as a whole.

Governmental relief and stimulus measures, continual low mortgage rates, as well as solid support from financial institutions all contributed to Sansiri’s rapid expansion.

In 2012, the Sansiri group recorded historically high presales of 42,593 million Baht, doubling that of the previous year, mainly through its expansion into up country markets, such as Phuket, Chiangmai, Nakorn Ratchasima (Khao-yai), Chonburi (Pattaya) and Khon Khan In 2013, Sansiri aims to further fulfil its commitment to delivering quality products and superior services, as well as expand to cover more areas of the country to meet fast growing provincial demands.

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With long term experience and the dedication of its management and staff, Sansiri is confident of maintaining sustainable growth.

With a rapid increase in active projects, Sansiri intends to bring in new technologies to further improve the company’s efficiency. Operation of our precast factory, which helps to increase housing production capacity and reduce reliance on skilled labour, commenced in March 2012. As for our customers, Sansiri maintains good relations with its growing customer base through various “Sansiri Family” activities. For instance, Sansiri held the “Baab Bird Bird – Wan Khong Rao Young Yoo” concert in December as a New Year’s present for customers.

Sansiri owes its success to the support of shareholders, debenture holders, customers, financial institutions, members of the press and business partners.

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Heritage of Joy in Hua Hin

Act as a one-stop, world-class property services group in Thailand that provides a fully integrated range of products and services.

Baan Koo Kiang, a modern style condominium, is designed under the concept of “A pair” which is derived from a better use when two objects come in pairs such as chopsticks or a fork and a spoon. Similar to Hua Hin and its attractive neighborhoods such as Hua Hin railway station, Chatchai Market and Hua Hin Night Market, together they have made the town a memorable destination.

Internally, Sansiri relies on the expertise and commitment of all of its directors, management and staff. On behalf of Sansiri Public Company Limited, I would like to convey my appreciation to all of the parties concerned and hope for their continued support in the future.

Baan Saan Ngam condominium development in Hua Hin by Sansiri that takes its inspiration from ‘Precious Nature’.

The only residence where the beauty of nature and art come together as one to perfectly fulfill every lifestyle Where the melody of laughter and beaming of smiles will add a dash of colour to every unique, holiday experience Ensuring that every break you take is more special than the last and each moment leaves an everlasting impression of joy in your memories

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Sansiri Mission To act as a one-stop, world-class property services group in Thailand that provides a fully integrated range of products and services.

To collaborate with all local and international stakeholders, including shareholders, business partners, employees, and communities, in order to create the good life for everyone.

To provide ‘best in class’ products and services that cover all market segments.

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Baan Saan Ngam, The Colour of Happiness for your Holiday Where joy can be attained by uniting the beauty of nature with wide, sandy beaches.The latest plan of Sansiri is to build a 46 story condominium known in some western countries as an apartment building right on the corner of Soi 112 and Petschkasem Road.

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