HOT Magazine, Issue 1, Volume 8

ISSUE 1 VOLUME 8 JANUARY 2020

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Where Space Is The Ultimate Luxury Baan Rom Yen is an exclusive project of 9 bespoke Villas on land plots starting at 3,700 sq.m.

Overlooking the Beautiful Springfield Golf Course, an official Bird Sanctuary.

A project developed by Peter Ton of Baan Ing Phu, widely recognized as the most exclusive estate in Hua Hin, taking luxury to the next level.

Starting at 30,000,000 THB

Baan Rom Yen www.baanromyen.com 208/1, Moo 2, Cha-Am, Petchaburi, 76120, Thailand peter.stonehead@gmail.com +66 (0)89 039 0966

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elcome to Issue 1 Volume 8 of HOT Magazine. Thailand is the hub of boating in Asia.

Its maritime national parks offer a huge variety of fascinating destinations for day and overnight cruising. For those looking to buy or charter a yacht there was no better place to be at the start of this year than in Phuket for the Thailand Yacht Show 2020.

Thailand’s premier experiential yachting event returned for its fifth year to celebrate Asia’s primary destination in the global yachting arena. From the 9th to the 12th of January, yachting aficionados and wealthy lifestyle enthusiasts from all over the region gathered at the Royal Phuket Marina to experience all aspects of the yachting lifestyle. Dig out your yachting cap, put on your blue blazer and join us on page 38 as we bring you the latest in yachts, maritime equipment and lifestyle products.

In 1844 the P&O company introduced “leisure excursions” that allowed passengers to travel to the Iberian Peninsula and the Mediterranean from Southhampton. As the forerunner of modern cruises with these voyages, the P&O Company is recognized as the world’s oldest cruise line. Cruising is tremendously popular and every year the ships get larger and larger.

Current cruise ships are 4 times the size of their counterparts in the 80’s with the biggest cruise ship, Symphony of the Seas clocking in at 362 meters and costing 1.35 Billion USD’s.

A segment of society however does not want to cruise on these behemoth’s, prefering a more genteel experience. In this issue we introduce you to Aqua Expeditions, a boutique luxury river and yacht cruise line with ships offering a unique brand of expedition cruising in the world’s most ecologically and culturally significant locales: the Peruvian Amazon, the

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Mekong river in Cambodia and Vietnam, as well as the seas of East Indonesia. Fish out your Cabana wear and turn to page 58 to experience new modern-day adventures best discovered with a water view.

When you think of motorsports there are certain races that come first to mind, that have defined the sport. The 24 hours of Le Mans, The Indianapolis 500 and the Formula One Monaco Grand Prix are prime examples. Another that is equally iconic but much more dangerous is the Dakar Rally. Starting in 1978 it was originally called the Paris-Dakar Rally due to its start and end points. Since 1995 the routes changed several times, so the race became know just as the Dakar. The Dakar is considered to be the most dangerous race in the world due to the numerous deaths of competitors and spectators alike. In the 41 editions of the race, 71 people have been killed in various accidents including its founder Thierry Sabine. Drive up to the safety of your easy chair and turn to page 74 to see why this race is better viewed on the tube.

As we begin our 8th year of publishing and a new decade, 2020, I’m reminded of what Mark Twain had to say. “20 years from now you will be more disappointed by the things that you didn’t do than by the ones you did do, so throw off the bowlines, sail away from safe harbor, catch the trade winds in your sails.

Explore, dream, discover.”

And with that, I will for the 85th time say, thank you for picking us up and we hope you enjoy the read.

MANAGING & CREATIVE EDITOR Tanya Siri Vijitsomphong tanya@hothuahin.com GRAPHIC DESIGN & LAYOUT DEEPMIX MEDIA www.deepmixmedia.com PHOTOGRAPHER Sunya Yamaka facebook.com/sunya.yamaka CONTACT INFORMATION

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MODEL Fa Nutchananun Miss Supermodel Worldwide Thailand 2020 MAKE UP AND HAIR Khonpond Make Up STYLIST Numaon Supphachat DIRECTOR Tanya Siri Vijitsomphong PHOTOGRAPHER Sunya Yamake LOCATION The Westin Grande Sukhumvit

Awaken your spirit at the five-star Westin Grande Sukhumvit Bangkok with spacious, family-friendly hotel rooms and suites featuring Heavenly® Beds, Heavenly® Baths and uptown views of Bangkok to help you recharge. For business travelers in need of meeting space, they offer ten venues with an ideal layout for every occasion. Stop by Zest Bar & Terrace for a cocktail and breathtaking views of downtown Bangkok through floor-to-ceiling windows. Soak up the scene at The Pool Bar, their rooftop pad with al fresco seating and à la carte offerings. Indulge at their gourmet, international buffet or discover a blend of traditional and contemporary Japanese dishes at Kisso Japanese Restaurant. For guests seeking respite from our invigorating Bangkok nightlife, retire to your room and enjoy 24-hour in-room dining. The Westin Grande Sukhumvit, Bangkok helps you hit your stride, from Vareena Spa to our WestinWORKOUT® Fitness Studio.

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MODEL Fa Nutchananun Miss Supermodel Worldwide Thailand 2020 MAKE UP AND HAIR Khonpond Make Up STYLIST Numaon Supphachat DIRECTOR Tanya Siri Vijitsomphong PHOTOGRAPHER Sunya Yamake LOCATION The Westin Grande Sukhumvit

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INTERCONTINENTAL HUA HIN RESORT Resort Luxury, Perfectly Expressed

OMANTIC C A BA NA

ON THE BEACH

This Valentine’s Day, treat your sweetheart to an intimate dinner by the beach at InterContinental Hua Hin Resort. Our talented culinary team will help you to create an unforgettable private candle-lit meal under the stars. Personalized to your tastes and served in the privacy of a specifically prepared area, a fine gourmet menu of your choice is served in a luminous setting of candles and flowers along with soothing sounds of the waves lapping onto the beach, to ensure a romantic experience.

Venue Date Time Price

: Beachfront, Private Cabana : Friday, 14 February 2020 : 6.30 p.m. to 10.00 p.m. : 4-course dinner with a bottle of sparkling wine and red rose bouquet at THB 7,999 net per couple.

MICHELIN-STARRED DINING EXPERIENCE WITH CHEF HENK SAVELBERG InterContinental Hua Hin Resort presents a special evening with one of Europe’s most acclaimed culinary masters, Chef Henk Savelberg. The Netherlands native has more than 25 years of culinary experience during which he has earned a Michelin star at all four of his restaurants across the Netherlands for seven consecutive years. He likewise is the only head chef from the Netherlands to have been awarded a Michelin star for culinary distinction in five different restaurants. The chef ’s latest star was awarded to his Restaurant Savelberg Thailand in Bangkok, Chef Henk’s first restaurant outside his home country.

Date : Saturday, 21 March 2020 Time : 6.30 p.m. to 10.00 p.m.

Venue : Azure Restaurant Price : 6-course dinner at THB 3,900 net per person Option : Add THB 999 net per person for wine pairing (6 wines) To make a reservation, please contact us at 032-616-999 or ichh.dining@ihg.com INTERCONTINENTAL HUA HIN RESORT 33/33 Petchkasem Road, Hua Hin, Prachuab Khirikhan 77110 Tel: +6632 616 999 E-mail: ichh.rsvn@ihg.com Website: www.huahin.intercontinental.com

PANORAMA DEVELOPMENTS ARE DELIGHTED TO ANNOUNCE THREE NEW PHASES

2 to 3 Bedrooms 3 to 4 Bathrooms Infinity Pool Customizable villa designs Different furniture package Underground electricity Free and Lease hold High Ceiling

STARTING PRICE

5.9M THB

AT THE DOORS OF PRESTIGIOUS GOLF COURSES AT HUA HIN

BLACK MOUNTAIN

PALM HILLS PRESTIGE

PALM HILLS PREMIERE

29 plots Land size: 409 - 615 m2 Living area: 197 - 267 m2 Start selling price at 5.9M THB

15 plots Land size: 414 - 757 m2 Living area: 197 - 267 m2 Start selling price at 6.65M THB

7 plots Land size: 1,625 - 1,689 m2 Living area: 362 m2 Start selling price at 21.65M THB

FOLLOWING THE SUCCESS AT PANORAMA KHAO TAO AND ITS 57 POOL VILLAS FULLY SOLD

WWW.PANORAMAVILLASHUAHIN.COM For more information, feel free to contact us at +66 (0) 98 539 9417 or at info@panoramavillashuahin.com

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Lizzy’s MCC At The AVANI + Hua Hin’s Grande Dame Khun Lizzy, along with Sunshine International, presented her Holiday MCC with entertainment by Holland’s amazing Big Band B2F. MCC stands for Multi-Cultural Community which is a charitable organization that was started by Lizzy six years ago as a way to bring all the different nationalities in Hua Hin together, to meet, have fun and form lasting friendships. Along the way Lizzy has picked up many fans who rarely miss one of her MCC events which consist of great food, free flow, wonderful music, socializing and dancing.

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HOT AROUND HUA HIN Special VIP guests were in abundance this evening and included Gerhard Goetz, General Counsel of Austria and his wife Frosie, Edwin Weik, Founder and Director of Wildlife Friends Foundation Thailand and his wife Khun Noi, Khun Vaipanya Kongkwanyuen, General Manager of Chiva Som, Khun Montri Choophoo, Deputy Mayor of Hua Hin & Andrew Stocks, Managing Director of Sunshine International.

Other guests of note included Ms. Wipawadee Rattan, Secretary, Rotaract Club of Stamford International University, Ms. Chorthipchada Samosorn, President, Rotaract Club of Stamford International University & Mrs. Benjamas Uamsa-ard, Director of Student Center, Hua Hin Campus.

Khun Lizzy gave special thanks to Andrew Stocks and Photo for their support for the continuation of MCC & to Jos Muijtjens, the Band Leader of the Big Band B2F.

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Chiva-Som Marks 25th Birthday With Year-Long Celebrations Acclaimed international health resort, Chiva-Som, will mark 25 years of operation with a series of special celebratory events, promotions, service enhancements and new product offerings throughout 2020. Following a five-year phased refurbishment program, the resort is heralding a new era for Asia’s first comprehensive wellness retreat and destination spa which over the years has become very popular with Royalty, Screen Stars and Sports Legends.

Over the last two decades, Chiva-Som has built an internationally recognized sanctuary of world class specialists in every area of health and wellness. Their enviable reputation is

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seen in their inspirational approach to maximizing physical, mental, emotional and spiritual well-being and the five-star wellness resort has amassed an impressive smattering of exceptionally loyal guests. By all measures, Chiva-Som is a leader in their commitment to an innovative, holistic treatment provided by knowledgeable and caring staff. They have blended the art of ancient health practices and innovative holistic methods and created a way of living that encompasses the modern world and the lifestyles of the present day.

Since its re-opening in October of last year, after a five year phased refurbishment program, the new Chiva-Som

embraces the new decade with enlarged bedrooms, complimentary butler service, an updated signature retail product range and a host of other service and product enhancements.

Situated on seven acres of tranquil grounds, the resort features new facilities such as their re-functional exercise studio, combining physiotherapy and fitness for optimal performance. New fitness innovations include MOTR training, which involves the integration of equipment to enhance Pilates movements and an Isokinetic Dynamometer which helps with leg mobility and balance. The remodeled Niranlada Medi-Spa offers an array of treatments to address health, the mind and body.

HOT AROUND HUA HIN The start of the decade also sees the launch of Chiva Som’s new Zulal Wellness Resort in Khasooma, a private coastal area in the North of Qatar, which will be managed and operated

by Chiva-Som in the first such contract undertaken by the brand, and its first ever venture outside of Thailand.

While the flagship resort in Thailand focuses on individual recovery, the Zulal resort in Qatar extends its treatment to the entire family. It is slated to open this year as the largest wellness destination in Qatar and the world’s first center for Traditional Arabic Integrative Medicine.

The General Manager of Chiva-Som International Health Resort Hua Hin, Vaipanya Kongkwanyuen, said of the anniversary: “In addition to our new wellness treatments and services, we’ve recently completed the renovation of the entire resort to enhance our guests’ journeys to optimal wellness. It brings us great delight to see everyone enjoying themselves in the new Chiva-Som and the compliments received from our guests have just been amazing!”

Chiva-Som’s genuine approach to wellness extends to the wider community, with educational opportunities and a dedicated investment in the environment at the core of everything the brand does. The resort is committed to operating to the world’s highest environmental standards and as ethically as possible as it spearheads several globally sustainability initiatives. With its unique synergy of indigenous traditions and evidence-based wellness, Chiva-Som partners with guests on a highly personalized wellness journeys focused on complete lifestyle transformation. The beachfront resort is located in the town of Hua Hin, a three-hour journey south from Bangkok.

Chairman and CEO of Chiva-Som International Health Resort, Mr. Krip Rojanastien, said of the milestone: “I have grown up at Chiva-Som and seen it evolve over the past two and a half decades into what it is today. We are immensely proud of what we offer and have created, which is more than a resort; Chiva-Som is a community, a family and a lifestyle. As the resort embarks on its 25th anniversary year in 2020, we hope it will continue to inspire wellness for clients old and new for many years to come.”

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World’s 5th Top Ranked Tennis Player Confirmed for Thailand Open 2020 The GSB Thailand Open 2020 will welcome world-class tennis players, including Elina Svitolina from Ukraine, the WTA player ranking 5th in the world, for the championship tournament taking place at True Arena, Hua Hin, from the 10th to the 16th of February.

A number of international tennis players ranked among the top 50 to top 100 have also joined the competition, such as defending champion Dayana Yastremska, the rising star from Ukraine; Zheng Saisai from China; and Hsieh Su-wei from Taiwan.

At a Bangkok press conference held on the 16th of January, H.E. Suwat Liptapanlop, former Deputy Prime Minister and the current Chairman of the Tournament Committee said that the total prize award is USD 275,000, or

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approximately 8.8 million baht.

“I am thrilled that the Women’s Tennis Association (WTA) has entrusted Proud Group Company Limited and True Arena Hua Hin with the tournament organization. At present, all the work is being prepared. ELC technology or Electronic Line Calling will be introduced to review and track the spots where the balls hit the court, which often can be difficult for human eyes. Furthermore, the tournament will be broadcasted live and worldwide via Fox Sports. In Thailand, a live HD broadcast will be available on True Tennis HD channel of True Vision,” said H.E. Khun Suwat.

He also added, “With regard to the world’s top female tennis players, fans eager to see who will be coming this year will be very pleased. The lineup

is headlined by Elina Svitolina, from Ukraine, a WTA player with a current ranking of 5th in the world and who reached the No. 3 spot in 2017. She is credited with 13 WTA women’s singles titles, including the WTA Finals 2018.

She has been through to the semifinals of Grand Slam tournaments in Wimbledon and US Open 2019 and a runner-up in the Hopman Cup 2016.”

Making a repeat appearance is the defending Thailand Open Champion, Dayana Yastremska. A rising star from Ukraine, Dayana had a world ranking of 47 at that time she won the 2019 Thailand Open at True Arena at the age of 18. She has since improved her ranking to No. 24 in the world.

A number of Chinese tennis players will also join the competition for which a high number of fans are expected to

HOT AROUND HUA HIN turn up. The Chinese tennis players include the world ranking No. 41 Zheng Saisai, No. 51 Wang Yafan, No. 71 Zhu Lin, No. 104 Peng Shuai, and No. 134 Wang Xiyu, along with No. 36 Hsieh Su-wei from Taiwan.

Moreover, various Top 50 and Top 100 players are also participating in the tournament, such as Magda Linette, the world #43, from Poland; #82 Danka Kovinić from Montenegro; #83 Tatjana Maria from Germany; #95 Paula Badosa from Spain; and #97 Samantha Stosur from Australia.

Representing Thailand will be “Tammy” Tamarine Tanasugarn, Thai tennis star and former world ranking No. 19, who will compete in women’s doubles.

She will be joined by “Eve” Patcharin Cheapchandej who has received a wildcard for the singles main draw and “Mai” Mananchaya Sawangkaew who received a wildcard for the qualifiers. Both Patcharin and Mananchaya received their wildcards from the Road To Thailand Open 2020 tournament.

Tennis fans who would like to watch the game courtside (800 to 1,800 baht) can purchase tickets at www.thaiticketmajor.com, and Vana Nava Water Jungle Hua Hin website at www.vananavahuahin.com. For more information you can contact True Arena Hua Hin at 032-909-633 or www.truearenahuahin.com.

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Thailand’s Elephant Boat Race and River Festival A jam-packed weekend awaits on the banks of the mighty Chao Phraya River. From the 28th of February to the 1st of March 2020, soak up the tantalizing atmosphere at the second annual Elephant Boat Race and River Festival.

Located in a prime location next to the Chao Phraya River, Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort is giving its guests’ front row VIP access to the festival. As a luxury hospitality brand for modern travellers, Anantara recog-

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nizes the desire to be connected with genuine places, people and stories through personal experiences and they have risen to the occasion spectacularly.

Starting from US$495, the package includes two nights’ accommodation at the gorgeous Anantara Riverside Bangkok Resort for two people as well as access to VIP tents and a constant free flow of drinks. Set against the stunning backdrop of the capital of Thailand,

guests will enjoy a dizzying array of family friendly attractions—including live music, mouthwatering food and drinks and fun fair rides— as well as the opportunity to witness thrilling competitive action on the river.

The success of the first Elephant Boat Race and River Festival last year saw the attendance of over 9000 guests and visitors to watch the Royal Thai Navy Seals as they took first place in the race.

This year, teams from around the world

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will bravely challenge Thailand’s top paddlers as they go head to head in a race for victory. Teams will paddle in specially designed boats decorated with artistic elephant themed sculptures with tails inspired by traditional Thai fish motifs. Each race takes place across 400m with 4 teams per heat, the first to cross the finish line wins and progresses closer to winning the inaugural King’s Cup Elephant Boat Race trophy graciously granted by His Majesty King Maha Vajiralongkorn Phra Vajiraklaochaoyuhua.

The spirit and energy of this unique three-day charitable event comes alive under the presence of guests from far and wide and it is all for a good cause.

Event organizers Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas prides itself on continuously driving efforts and supporting its conservational expertise on behalf of Thailand’s national animal. With that in mind, all proceeds from the tickets’ sales go towards will be donated to elephant related projects throughout Thailand whilst also generating awareness to benefit the future of the

majestic Asian elephant. Therefore, don’t miss out on the opportunity to experience the stunning celebration of Thai culture and history. Stroll across from the resort, cheer on the river races, tour the food stalls, and take it all in at the heart of Bangkok. For more information on the river festival visit www.bangkokriverfestival.com. For Anantara Riverside Reservations email reserveanantara@anantara.com.

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HOT AROUND PHUKET

InterContinental Phuket Resort Heralds A Contemporary Era Of Thai Hospitality, Culture And Heritage IHG® (InterContinental Hotel Group) celebrated the official opening of the InterContinental® Phuket Resort on 11 January with a weekend of spectacular festivities to celebrate the luxury brand debut on Phuket island.

Located on Kamala Beach, between Millionaire’s Mile and the Amanpuri headland, the resort is situated in the most exclusive area on the stunning west coast of Phuket.

Inspired by Phuket’s natural landscape, the beachfront resort features a collection of 221 elegant rooms and villas with panoramic view of the Andaman Sea and surrounded by pine forests. The resort is a visual and architectural showcase of Thai heritage designed by award-winning Bangkokbased Habita Architects. Inspired by

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“Traibhumikatha”, the oldest Thai text which sets out an explanation of heaven, Habita Architects used the estate as a canvas to illustrate the recurring concept of “Heaven on Earth”. Through their paintings and sculptures, iconic Thai artists were commissioned to re-interpret the Traibhumikatha from personal perspectives.

Mr. Komkrit Teptian, a local artist renowned for his Giant Twins sculpture that was prominently featured at Bangkok Biennale 2018, was commissioned to create a series of statuary arts that reflect Thai beliefs and culture about heaven and earth. Another highlight is a series of mural paintings depicting life in Old Phuket Town by Dr. Khan Payungphan, a local artist and a Fine Arts professor at Phuket Rajabhat Uni-

versity.

“As a tribute to our unique Thai identity, the resort crystallizes the essence of local culture and distinctive style of heartfelt service. InterContinental Phuket Resort is a destination for memorable experiences. It is a social enclave for the island’s most vibrant entertainment, gourmet, wellness experiences with a relentless focus on environmental sustainability and local community,” said Bjorn Courage, general manager of InterContinental Phuket Resort.

Offering stunning sunset views, the expansive Club InterContinental® Lounge is a sanctuary for discerning guests. The signature lounge features unobtrusive butler service, a secondfloor beach vista frontage, tasteful din-

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ing areas with al fresco settings as well as a large private sundeck and infinity pool.

Other resort facilities include five swimming pools with breath-taking views, a well-equipped Fitness Centre, tennis court and Planet Trekkers Kids Club for multi-generational recreation.

Jaras, the signature modern Thai finedining, celebrates sustainably sourced products from the island’s fishermen and farmers. Pinto restaurant offers international gourmet cuisine in a family setting, taking inspiration from Old Phuket Town and quirky shophouse eateries. Pine is an upscale barefoot beach bar and lounge offering the best sunset view in Phuket. Here, Sawan Beans and Leaves Bar serves handpicked wild grown teas from Chiang Mai, single origin small batch roasted coffee from local farmers and the finest chocolate made from organic Thai

cacao.

The resort’s masterpiece, Heavenly Pavilion Lounge is inspired by the mythical Himmapan Forest with its white and silver tones, Monta flower chandelier and sculpted creatures.

Located within this surreal structure stands the Sati Spa and Wellness®, an InterContinental Phuket spa, which enhances the journey to mindfulness.

Sati Spa offers exceptional signature treatments specially designed with the guests in mind. From treatments featuring customized flower scents based on guest’s day of birth to the world’s first unique application of the Khit triangle pillow to enhance the comfort and benefits of Thai massage. The spa offers eight treatment rooms, a Duet Suite with Jacuzzi and full-service nail salon. Sati Spa uses HARNN’s natural body care, skin care and home spa products from Thailand.

In celebration of its grand opening, InterContinental Phuket Resort has curated the ultimate Wellness Escape for those who wish to be amongst the first to experience the new luxury sanctuary. Enjoy the exclusive offer of 20% off any of Sati Spa and Wellness® “Detox & Wellness Packages” for stays from 1 January – 31 March. The multiday detox and wellness packages can be individually tailored to combine treatments with outdoor yoga, mindful practices, healthful dining, as well as multi-sensory fitness experiences designed to promote health and wellbeing long after you depart InterContinental Phuket Resort.

For more information, visit www. phuket.intercontinental.com/specialoffers or email icphuket.info@ihg.com for reservations.

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Peter Ton, Bucking The Trend In Hua Hin

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eter Ton, a Dutch native, has been living in Hua Hin for 15 years after selling his software company in Holland. Starting out initially as an investor in a new property development, Peter soon took the reigns and started his own luxury property project near the Black Mountain Golf Course called Baan Ing Phu. While there were plenty of developers servicing the lower end of the property market, Peter took the opposite approach and built big modern luxury homes with high end price tags. Starting with11 rai of land, Peter continued to buy land and expand his development to where today he has built over 50 homes on 91 rai. His multi-award-winning Baan Ing Phu comes with perks such as drinkable water to every tap & boasts amenities like a restaurant, gym, spa and tennis court.

Peter is now launching a brand-new luxury development and we recently had the pleasure of sitting down with him to discuss his newest venture.

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HM: Peter, before we start talking about property, can you tell us a little about what you did business wise prior to moving to Thailand and what brought you to the Kingdom?

PT: I established and managed software companies specialized in CRM applications in the Netherlands, Belgium and the UK, serving multinationals all over the world.

I started this business in 1987 and became one of the very first players in the field of CRM. In the year 2000 I decided to sell the company to an American organization based in Boston. Long story short, I bought the company back in 2002 and decided to keep the company for 2 years to develop the next generation of CRM software. As soon as this mission was completed I sold the company again in September 2014. About a month later I moved to Thailand. So, here I am.

HM: You’ve been in Hua Hin 15 years now, why did you choose Hua Hin to settle down and did you do so with the intention of being a property developer?

PT: Before I settled down in Hua Hin I visited to quite a few different places in Thailand, let’s say the most common places for tourists. For me there are quite some advantages being in Hua Hin. The proximity to Bangkok, the nice of mix of Thai locals, Thai visitors and foreigners living and making holiday here feels very comfortable. The nature in and around Hua Hin is beautiful with so many long stretched beaches, national parks like Keang Krachan, Sam Roi Yot and Pala-u. Nowadays Hua Hin offers everything you would expect in the “modern Western world” like top medical healthcare, luxury shopping, 5 Star Hotels., countless restaurants etc. And most important, still in a very pleasant atmosphere with Thai’s and foreigners living together.

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To be honest, I did not come down with the intention to be a property developer, I even had never thought about this. I got involved in a project and planned to just project-manage the construction of 5 houses for a period of let’s say 2 years maximum, that’s it. So we can now say that this escalated completely, and my hobby project was changed into a serious challenge to build a high-end Villa development. This was a very interesting period since I had no experience whatsoever in this field. Suddenly I had to design a master plan, come up with a solid infrastructure that can be used for around 50 properties, decide which facilities to offer etc etc. In the meantime there is marketing, sales, financial management, project management, property services etc etc. Diving in the deep is probably not always the most comfortable or best way to realize things, but in my case it worked out pretty well.

HM: While most developers were building Asian designed homes, you were constructing modern contemporary residences with state-of-the-art technology. Why did you decide to buck the trend and go a different direction?

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PT: For sure this had to do with my technical background and having worked in electronics and the ICT industry. I was also curious to see what the implications were to implement such technology in several Villas.

To be honest, looking back we made it too complex, systems with too many options that drove some of my clients mad ;-).

But again, I learned a lot from this experience.

HM: When you first began building Baan Ing Phu, other than the Black Mountain Golf Course, was there much development in the area and what were people saying about its location?

PT: When I started with Baan Ing Phu there was absolutely nothing. No electricity, no water, no internet, no decent road and no projects around us. It felt like “in the middle of nowhere” and it probably was. Just pineapple fields and that was about it. After a short while we noticed serious works in the area adjacent to Baan Ing Phu, and rumors started that a golf-course was being developed as my neighbour.

Some of my friends tell me that this was pure luck. I prefer to stick to the fact that it is all about vision….. And of course, we could not have asked for better neighbors than Black Mountain for sure.

But certainly in the beginning some visitors commented on the fact that however they liked the area of Baan Ing Phu, they found it too remote. But I seldom hear this comment anymore.

Indeed, it takes a 20 minus drive to go to Hua Hin, but the roads are now in perfect condition, so it is an easy drive going out or driving home. It is all a matter of mind-set, and residents find it well worth driving 20 minutes to come home to a serene environment where it is quiet, and clean and without light-pollution.

HM: Following the immense success of Baan Ing Phu, you are now going further afield again and starting a new stunning project called Baan Rom Yen at the Springfield Golf

Course. What can you tell us about your latest development and why Springfield?

PT: Until let’s say early 2019 I always told people around me that I would not start another development anymore.

But mid 2019 I had a meeting with the owners and management of Springfield and we decided to explore whether we could work together developing the residential area of Springfield. I felt there was a good connection between myself, my team and the owners of Springfield so we decided to go ahead.

The new project I started is called Baan Rom Yen, which translates to “House in a Peaceful Environment”.

And I can assure you that Springfield is a very peaceful area indeed. We will start with a small project of 9 Villas. In this project we will do our best to raise the bar in regards to design, build quality, materials used and property management. We started breaking ground for the first Villa in December 2019, this

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will be my own Villa used as a showproperty. Handover for this Villa is before Xmas 2020. I can assure you that this will be a special property, worth visiting.

We will start construction of the second villa in March, so we have a great start of the new project, since this article is the first news-item for Baan Rom Yen. All properties are situated on large land-plots of minimum 3,700 sqm, adjacent to the Golf course. In order to ensure privacy for residents and players, Springfield planned a 25 meter deep green buffer zone between the land-plots and the course, which is a significant advantage.

In fact it creates the feeling of having even a larger garden‌..

HM: We’ve watched with interest as you continued to update the technology used in your Baan Ing Phu homes. What new technologies will be incorporated into your Baan Rom Yen residences and

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will they all have the same design, or will each residence be a custom property?

PT: For my own Villa I plan to use Google assistant or Amazon Alexa. This brings domotica to a higher level: easier to use and for significant lower costs. It is relatively easy to integrate lighting from Philips, fridges from many different suppliers, speakers from Sonos or Bose, locks, aircon systems etc etc. Giving instructions by simply talking is no longer science fiction, but applications that work very well. And everybody can use it without any problems. Almost every day new apps and suppliers connect to the major players and rest assured this will only continue to improve in the (near) future.

Yes, all Villas are custom build and I would love it to end-up with 9 different Villas for this first project of Baan Rom Yen. We do most design work in-house

together with the clients. Besides that, we have worked with a free-lance interior designer for the first 2 Villas. She is happy and committed to continue working for the remaining Villas of Baan Rom Yen, so we have a great team.

For construction and project management we work with the same teams as we used at Baan Ing Phu. So everybody knows each other and understands the expectation and quality requirements.

Only this makes it possible to bring the project to a next quality level.

HM: With your new project you’re again choosing to build in the Hua Hin area. Why did you decide to stay here and not go further afield to other areas like Khao Yai or the Eastern Seabord & what do you see as the future of Hua Hin? PT: Personally, I am excited about the Hua Hin area, so in most cases I can “transfer” this excitement to potential buyers. I love the Springfield area and would not know where else I can find a place like this to start a development.

Last, but not least, my team and most of my suppliers are local. I have a long-term relationship with all my suppliers and intend to keep working with them for Baan Rom Yen. We know- and understand each-other very well, which makes working with each other so much easier with less stress. This is very important for me. I love to create fantastic properties, but I also like to enjoy life. So I am critical choosing the right partners with added value, good business norms and values, who also appreciate a long term relationship with us.

HM: We’ve followed your career in Hua Hin and know that you believe in giving back to the community by sponsoring several charity golf tournaments each year. When are they, are they open to the public and what organizations benefit from the money you raise?

PT: Yes, that is correct. I make donations to local schools every year in such way that we know for sure the money is used for what is meant for, like study material or construction of new classrooms. Also in several situations we have instructed our contractors to build some facilities at schools at our costs.

In addition, Baan Rom Yen will be the main sponsor of the La Grappa & Dansea Charity Golf Tournament in February 2020, just as Baan Ing Phu was the main sponsor for this event in 2019.

The net proceeds of this event will be donated to Charity Hua Hin Thailand.

I personally know the management of this charity very well and can assure that all money that comes into the Charity is used for the people in need!

HM: For those interested in finding out more about Baan Rom Yen, how can they reach you and does your new development have a website yet?

PT: Information about Baan Rom Yen can be found on the website: www.BaanRomYen.com Of course, interested parties are welcome to contact me via phone at +66 (0)89 039 0966, or by email, peter.stonehead@ gmail.com.

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Jasvir aspired to be an artist and after school, secured a role in the ice carving kitchen of a prestigious international hotel in Bangkok. Her Head Chef taught her the skills of drawing and painting so that she may produce inspiring artistic ice sculptures. Seeing more significant potential in her, Jasvir’s Head Chef pushed her into the cooking side of the hotel’s kitchen.

Reluctant at first to move away from her beloved artistic work, Jasvir soon found her true vocation.

Now, with more than thirty years passed, Chef de Cuisine Jasvir San-Ghera, or Chef Mama Duu as she is more affectionately known, heads up the kitchen of Pirom, Intercontinental Hua Hin’s Thai restaurant. Having gone through a refresh and relaunch in December 2019, Pirom under Chef Mama Duu focuses on Thailand’s four culinary regions: North, South, Central and Northeast and the specialities within each.

Chef Mama Duu’s lifetime of culi-

HOT MAGAZINE RECOMMENDED nary experiences, her family kitchen secrets and intimate knowledge of Thai food traditions, along with her exceptional creativity and artistic eye come together in a celebration of Thai cuisine. And so, our Pirom food journey started.

Mieng Khun - historically a snack where small amounts of crispy toasted coconut, roasted peanut, dried shrimp, lime, shallots and ginger are placed in a betel leaf to create a bite-sized parcel.

Pirom’s version uses pink lotus flower

petals instead of the betel leaf bringing a softer herbaceous note to the dish.

Chef’s thick paste of sweet-sour and salty shrimp, palm sugar and tamarind sauce is the crowning glory.

fried together with chopped shallots, minced pork and shrimp meat, along with crushed roasted peanuts, and seasoned with fish sauce, and palm sugar — a mouth teaser and pleaser.

Mar Hor, which translates as ‘galloping horses’, is another canape style starter. Presented with simple elegance, pieces of fresh pineapple pushed back together to form a round and topped with the sticky caramelly sauce typically made from coriander root, garlic and ground white pepper,

Our final starter was Pooh Jah that had minced pork mixed with the sweet meat of Spanner Crab which is placed back into the crab shell and deep-fried.

It was present simply with Chef’s dipping sauce and the delicate Antigonon (coral vine) flowers.

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Our group enjoyed three main dishes. Ped Rom Kwan Rad with sauce Ma Kham – savoury smoked duck breast wonderfully complemented with the subtle sweetness of tamarind honey sauce. Tom Yum Goong Nam Khon – a classic Thai dish but enhanced by a Chef Mama Duu twist. Spicy lemongrass soup with prawns and homemade sweet chilli paste gave a luscious texture with creamy coconut milk. Theatrically presented, with the Tom Yum liquid added to the bowl of prawns and other ingredients at the table.

The final main was Khao Soi Hang Nue – this famous Northern Thai noodle dish with egg noodle and beef in spicy curry sauce. The melt in your mouth beef, soft and crispy fried egg noodles, the condiments of shallot, pickled vegetables, lime cheeks, and most importantly the incredible flavour derived from the homemade curry paste - savoury, hearty and deeply satisfying.

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For two of our desserts, Chef Mama Duu has reinterpreted two European classics in a contemporary Thai style.

First, her Tea-Ramisu – taking an Italian classic with a robust Thai tea essence instead of coffee. The creamy texture of tiramisu is maintained and encircled with crispy wafers.

The other - Panna Cotta Nam Tan Ta-Node. A Thai take on panna cotta made from coconut milk with palm tree sugar and melon, and complemented with a coconut milk ice-cream coloured and flavoured by purple sweet potato.

The final dessert and an Asian classic was Kluay Tod - crispy banana fritter and smooth coconut ice cream.

A hot-and-cold tropical fruit dessert of equally varied texture.

Pirom’s reworked menu features classic and contemporary dishes along with special tasting and sharing selections great for families and groups. Also new are pairing menus that combine Thai dishes with alcohol and non-alcohol beverages such as Thai wines and herbal drinks.

Guests have a choice of distinct dining settings – undercover alfresco dining on the timber deck overlooking the gardens, or intimate tables in their own salas sunken into and surrounded by a shimmering water feature, or inside and close to the open kitchen.

The delicious flavour of Thai food has its basis in a combination of four elements - sour, salty, sweet, and spicy. The dishes our group experienced during our Pirom food journey indeed demonstrated the exquisite skill of Chef Mama Duu and her team in balancing these sometimes competing flavours. Chef Mama Duu confided in us that she has tried to add one more element to this combination – Yummy – and our group believes she had achieved that lofty aim.

Pirom restaurant is open daily from 12.00 pm to 3.30 pm for lunch and from 6.30 pm to 10.30 pm for dinner. For further information visit www.huahin.intercontinental.com pirom For reservations call +66 (0) 32 616 999 or email ichh.dining@ihg. com

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Thailand Yacht Show 2020

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hailand’s premier experiential yachting event returned for its fifth year to celebrate Asia’s primary destination in the global yachting arena. From the 9th to the 12th of January, yachting aficionados and wealthy lifestyle enthusiasts from all over the region gathered at the Royal Phuket Marina to experience all aspects of the yachting lifestyle.

The event showcased a spectacular display of boats, marine equipment & lifestyle products – including a number of new and exciting additions,

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including a sponsored custom-built VIP Lounge in the Exhibition Hall, a Floating Bar in the Marina, an interactive Demonstration Platform, and more emphasis on family-friendly activities as well as more food and beverage opportunities on the Boardwalk.

As Thailand’s largest and premier in-water boating event, all the major players in pleasure yachting were in attendance and visitors were allowed access to over 50 yachts along with the opportunity to meet with local brokers, property developers and bespoke

travel operators, as well as specialists within the hospitality and food and beverage industries. Royal Phuket Marina’s iconic Town Square played host to a daily-schedule of live music, fashion shows and classic car parades.

Conceived and supported by the Thai government with a view to promote Thailand as the yachting and marina hub for Asia and attracting foreign yacht tourism, the event is held annually on the shores of the beautiful Phang Nga Bay in Phuket. It is the perfect environment to showcase Thailand’s

vibrant and expanding yachting and luxury lifestyle industries. After all, the event is more than just a display of boats and yachts; it gives participants an opportunity to experience boating first-hand alongside presentations of the latest luxury products and exceptional properties.

The Thailand Yacht Show is a key marketing platform and revenue generator for the local industry as well as an opportunity to showcase Thailand as Asia’s premier cruising destination and a maritime heaven for leisure

boating enthusiasts. For four days, the marina was a bustling hub for all things luxurious. The line-up included leading names in the industry such as Simpson Marine, Lee Marine, Northrop and Johnson, Ace International Marines, Asia Marine and Fraser Yachts, to name a few. The governor of Phuket, Phakaphong Tavipatana, was in attendance at the opening ceremony which took place on the private island of Koh Rang Noi, only a short tender ride from the main exhibition. “Through the Thailand Yacht Show, Phuket gets

closer to its objective of becoming the preferred winter destination for highvalue international yachting tourists. “ He announced. “The global spotlight shines on Thailand with the Show combining the very best aspects of the yacht and super yacht lifestyle, bringing the biggest and most important brands to showcase their newest products and to do business on the beautiful shores of Phuket. All of this translates into direct and indirect economic benefit for our local economy.”

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The Show’s main draw, of course, was the world-class selection of yachts and boats of all shapes and sizes for visitors to admire and (no matter what your budget) to charter or purchase.

From small sailboats to super yachts, RIB’s to jet-skis, navigation systems and chandlery to the latest watersports toys, it was all there. Speaking of their in-water display, Richard Allen, General Manager of Simpson Marine, said “We are very pleased with our confirmed line-up at the 2020 Thailand Yacht Show. We presented six yachts including at least three Asia Premieres which is a great achievement and a showcase of Simpson Marine’s rich portfolio of the world’s leading brands.

There will be something for everyone with models from San Lorenzo, Monte Carlo Yachts, Fairline Yachts, Benneteau, Lagoon Catamarans, and Aquila Power Catamarans. In addition, we will be promoting our own services with great offers on Yacht Charter both in Thailand and the rest of the world.

Our Yacht Care Team will have packages for yacht owners seeking care-free ownership and we will also be offering advice on yacht registration as Simpson Marine is an authorised agent for the Langkawi Yacht Registry. As in every year, the show is a great chance to meet new and existing owners and yachting enthusiasts from Thailand and abroad.

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Exhibiting for the first time at the Thailand Yacht Show 2020 was Asia Yachting, the fast-growing and highly successful dealer of Monte Carlo Yachts and Prestige Yachts from Hong Kong, now with an extended territory including Thailand and Singapore.

CEO Olivier Besson was enthusiastic about the opportunities in the region that the Thailand and Singapore Yacht Shows present: “We are excited to be opening a new office in Phuket which will enable us to focus on sales in South East Asia, where we expect the market to grow considerably over the next few years. We are aware of all the efforts that TYS and SYS show organisers Verventia have been putting into developing the industry here, and we are delighted to support that effort - and hopefully make a few sales!�

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In attendance was Boat Lagoon Yachting who showcased a Thailand premiere, the Princess Y85, a special edition, it is a collaboration between Pinnafarina and Princess Design studio, with the latest in technology and the advanced build-quality Princess is known for, as well as another new special edition, the Princess F62. The company is also the distributor of the fabulous oceangoing luxury RIBS from Sacs Marine, and at the event, presented the Sacs Rebel 47, flagship of the Sacs range, the most stylish and luxurious 15m RIB on the market. Their front-row line-up was completed with the Jeanneau Cap Camarat 10.5Wa – another Thailand premiere.

One of Thailand’s major dealers of the ever popular sailing and power catamarans, Multihull Solutions, presented Asian and world premieres from NEEL Trimarans and Asia Catamarans respectively. General Manager Andrew de Bruin explained “We have some terrific boats at TYS this year, and we’re finding the market demand for our speciality catamarans keeps on growing.

We’ve always had good results from this show, and it’s really important that everyone continues to support - one day it will grow into something really special for the region.”

Lovers of all things Italian rejoiced as famed boat builder Azimut Yachts displayed two brand-new models, and another highly successful British Brand Sunseeker also presented a front-line showpiece yacht to demonstrate the ultimate in high-fashion luxury boating.

When asked about the future for Phuket as a hub for high-spending yacht tourism and the yachting industry in Asia, Andy Treadwell, CEO of event organiser Verventia, said “Phuket is now recognized as the center of one of the most beautiful yachting destinations in the world – the ASEAN seas rank alongside the Mediterranean and the Caribbean holiday cruising grounds. This should rightfully be the principal hub for boating and yacht tourism in Asia, known not just for its superb landscapes and seascapes, its tropical islands, clear waters and coral reefs, but also for its world class facilities, marinas, hospitality and service. A successful Thailand Yacht Show is important to the local boating fraternity as an ongoing link between brands, dealers, brokers, and local service providers to new industry contacts and new buyers - so we need support from all stakeholders. By joining together in a cohesive industry gathering, we can build an ever-growing show, delivering real results in a burgeoning marketplace that we should be driving ourselves.”

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Hua Hin Developer Expands Holdings in Black Mountain

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ua Hin Businessman Udorn Olsson is a busy man. His interests include hotels, retail shops, a building supply distribution business and several ongoing property developments. Additionally, he holds the title of “Advisor to Deputy Minister of Transport” and is instrumental in the expansion of the Hua Hin Airport to accommodate interna-

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tional flights from many countries. At a recent press conference to announce his newest venture, he explained that by 2022 Hua Hin’s airport will have an additional international terminal, a wider runway and parking for many more jets.

The afore-mentioned press conference, signing ceremony & dinner was

presided over by Thai Senator, General Ganit Chanpreechaya. It was held to announce the financial backing of Khun Udorn’s Panorama Pool Villa projects

by Krunsri Bank, to announce and sign his Thai & Chinese Joint Venture called Golf Inn Condominium Resort and to introduce his partners in the endeavor Tim Bai and Tim Beaumont.

Golf Inn Condominium Resort will sit on 7 rai of land and feature a 107 room 7 storey hotel plus two 6 storey condominium buildings with a total of 158 units. Facilities to be shared by both the hotel and condominium include a rooftop infinity pool with pool bar, a large sandy beach swimming pool, a fitness center and multiple food and beverage outlets. The location of

this new project is adjacent to the Black Mountain Golf Course and their target market will be golfers from around the world.

A show unit and sales gallery is currently under construction. Pricing on the condominium units has yet to be finalized but are believed to be roughly priced at 75,000 baht per square meter

with units starting at 2,900,000 THB. A guaranteed rental return of 7% is also being offered. For more information contact Udorn Olsson at +66 (0)81 858 5965 or email at udorn.olsson@thepanoramavillas.com.

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hiang Mai continues to be an exciting and enticing destination for tourists and the Novotel Chiang Mai JourneyHub has settled right into the heart of it. Novotel’s distinct brand of hospitality is evident through its satisfied clientele, thriving in the hip Nimman neighborhood.

The Novotel brand, developed by Accor, is focused on modern, natural and intuitive design. Created in 1967 in France, Accor grew into what became the Accor group in 1983, and Novotel remains a pillar brand of Accor’s multibrand strategy. Novotel manages 492 hotels in 59 countries.

The 4-star Chiang Mai Novotel officially opened in May of last year and it has since enjoyed a steady clientele.

At the time of its opening, the general manager Cedric Lafargue said, “With the opening of Novotel Chiang Mai Nimman Journeyhub, we are delighted to offer a space in which guests and locals can have a drink, grab a bite to eat, work, play or just relax. The hotel lies at the crossroads of French hospitality and fascinating Thai Lanna culture for which the city is renowned” With 202 guestrooms and suites, guests can take their pick of rooms featuring either balcony or garden access. Each room is equipped with a 55-inch smart TV, minibar and a spa-

cious bathroom with separate bathtub and shower.

The signature Food Exchange is a stylish, contemporary restaurant which offers Asian, Thai and International cuisine for breakfast, brunch and dinner. With its lush leafy backdrop, the design is calming enough to make it the perfect place for friends and family to gather over delicious meals. In addition, The Gourmet Bar is a brand-new dining space open from 7am till late.

Guests can enjoy various delicious Thai and Western dishes as well as a selection of drinks and pastries, while hanging out with friends and colleagues in the garden alfresco atrium.

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The property also houses four meeting rooms and a ballroom that can accommodate up to 240 guests for weddings and events. Additionally, there is a fitness center and a rooftop swimming pool for guests to unwind between business meetings. The Rooftop Pool Bar offers a fine selection of spirits and cocktails and a musical backdrop alongside a stunning view of Doi Suthep, one of the greatest attractions in Chiang Mai. Guests are in close proximity to a profusion of restaurants, shops, cafes and art galleries as well as several night markets such as the Wua Lai Walking Street and the Wororot Night Market.

The hotel is within walking distance to One Nimman and Maya Lifestyle Shopping Centers as well as One Nimman Art, Culture and Contemporary Art Center.

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Once the capital of the ancient Lanna kingdom, now Chiang Mai is where the past and present seamlessly merge together. It is a playground for seasoned travellers and provides endless exciting opportunities for those visiting for the first time. On a trip to Chiang Mai, the curious traveller can expand their horizons with Thai massage and cooking courses. Others will be bowled over by the variety of handicrafts and antiques. The wild child will find plenty of lively nightlife, and the epicure can indulge in wonderful cuisine. The 4 star Novotel Chiang Mai is located at the center of it all, making it a perfect residence for leisure and business travelers.

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aunched in 2007, Aqua Expeditions is a boutique luxury river and yacht cruise line with ships offering a unique brand of expedition cruising in the world’s most ecologically and culturally significant locales: the Peruvian Amazon, the Mekong river in Cambodia and Vietnam, as well as the seas of East Indonesia, it’s newest adventure with the launch of the Aqua Blu.

Aqua Expeditions caters to modernday adventurers seeking active exploration in destinations best discovered by cruising. Highly experiential in nature, every Aqua Expeditions journey encompasses tailored activities with expert-guided small-group excursions, exceptional service with a 1:1 crew-toguest ratio, a focus on sustainability and conservation, contemporary ship design as well as a world-class cuisine

experience created by renowned chefs.

Aqua Expeditions began with the launch of three Aqua Expeditions river cruise vessels, the Aqua Amazon and Aria Amazon in 2008 and 2011 respectively in the Peruvian Amazon, followed by an expansion in Southeast Asia – Cambodia and Vietnam with the Aqua Mekong in 2014.

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In 2019, Founder & CEO Francesco Galli Zugaro announced the continued global expansion of Aqua Expeditions with two new vessels and three new destinations. Aqua Blu, the cruise line’s first-ever oceangoing explorer yacht, will explore three new coastal destinations of East Indonesia, including the UNESCO World Heritage Site of Komodo National Park from November 2019. Aqua Nera, a new-build river cruise ship, will sail the Peruvian Amazon in October 2020 with the goal of redefining the standards of luxury river cruising on the Amazon.

In the process, Galli Zugaro has cultivated a brand that exemplifies his attention to detail and desire to personalize an immersive luxury cruise experience by pairing iconic boutique five-star vessels with eco-friendly adventures led by highly knowledgeable teams of full-time guides and crew.

Setting the stage for the greatest luxury cruise expeditions in Indonesia’s Coral Triangle, Aqua Blu is a long-range explorer yacht sailing the region’s most prized destinations, including Komodo National Park, Spice Islands and Raja Ampat on unforgettable 7- and 12-night itineraries.

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With a grand legacy as the former British Naval Explorer HMS Beagle and later as the private yacht of a European aristocratic family, Aqua Blu is a compelling maritime statement. A 2019 refurbishment overseen by Dutch yacht design maestro Cor D. Rover brings the vessel to world-class cruising specifications. Guests can expect to embrace a distinguished sense of history and seafaring evolution when they set foot on this one-of-a-kind cruise ship.

Inside the five-deck, 15-suite Aqua Blu, Cor has tastefully paired a brassand-ivory interior theme with generous and inviting indoor and outdoor social spaces, including a sun deck.

Cruising faster, further, with greater safety and comfort — Aqua Blu’s naval pedigree makes it the perfect vessel to navigate East Indonesia’s vast seas.

Having attained the highest international classifications (RINA, SOLAS, ISM) in safety, the vessel is additionally equipped with Quantum Zero Speed stabilizers for optimal comfort at rest or while sailing. Aqua Blu with a length of 60 meters, a beam of 11.4 meters and a cruising speed of 10 to 12 knots set sail on its inaugural voyage on 16 November 2019.

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Built in 2014, Aqua Mekong takes guests on a cultural odyssey through Cambodia and Vietnam aboard the finest of river cruise ships in Asia, having received the coveted Gold Award in the Architecture/ New Build category in the 2015 Asia Hotel Design Awards. A magnificent presence on the Mekong river, Aqua Mekong showcases modern architecture and interiors by renowned architect Noor Design.

The Mekong river cruise ship’s 20 spacious, air-conditioned suites feature full-length windows that offer spectacular panoramas of the ever-changing Mekong scenery. Ports of Embarkation include; My Tho in Viet Nam and Phnom Penh and Siem Reap in Cambodia. Siem Reap is home to Ankor Wat, the largest religious monument in the world.

At 62.4 meters in length and with a beam of 11.5 meters, Aqua Mekong charts a luxurious passage across Cambodia and Vietnam. On-board guests embark on an inspired journey of local flavors with a dining experience crafted by Michelinstarred consulting chef David Thompson.

The ship’s bar menu, created by renowned spirit experts and cocktail designers Proof & Co, echoes a similar locally-minded philosophy.

Aqua Mekong guarantees utmost safety, comfort and exclusivity for offshore excursions, as Aqua Expeditions owns and operates the only private fleet of launch boats on the Mekong river.

The four ergonomically-designed launch boats bring guests on highly personalized day trips to landmarks, temples and villages where tradition, spirituality and craftsmanship reside.

Amenities abound on the Aqua Mekong with Indoor and outdoor bars, an Indoor dining room and outdoor private dining, a screening room with theater-style seating, an outdoor cinema under the stars, a top deck gym overlooking the river and an outdoor top deck plunge pool with private cabanas.

Embarking on inspirational wildlife discoveries in the Peruvian Amazon, the 45 meter Aria Amazon is a five-star, ecofriendly river cruise ship that is custombuilt to explore the Peruvian Amazon and the famed Pacaya-Samiria National Reserve in absolute comfort and luxury — with minimal impact to the delicate Amazon river and rainforest environment.

On board, 16 spacious suites with floorto-ceiling windows give guests a full view of the Amazon’s majestic river and rainforests. The top deck features ample amenities that include a jacuzzi, indoor lounge and bar, and an outdoor observation deck. In the dining room, guests also savor the best of Peruvian cuisine with a comprehensive dining menu created by Pedro Miguel Schiaffino, one of Peru’s

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most accomplished chefs known for using produce and ingredients from the Peruvian Amazon.

With small-group excursions of no larger than eight and conducted by highly-experienced naturalist guides, guests can be assured of the most fulfilling, life-enriching wildlife encounters they can get in the Amazon rainforest.

Setting a green example for every other Amazon river cruise vessel in the region, Aria Amazon features a water treatment plant and virtually smokefree, fuel efficient engines that comply with strict US and international environmental standards.

Setting a new standard for luxury river cruising on the Amazon, Aqua Nera draws design inspiration from the Peruvian Amazon’s mystical blackwater lagoons and bears the hallmarks of contemporary style and generous interiors that Aqua Expeditions cruise ships are known for.

Aboard the Aqua Nera, award-winning architects Noor Design crafts every space to perfection. The vessel’s 20 spacious Design Suites convey a sense of Amazon tranquility, while the social spaces showcase refined elegance with a touch of drama. Tastefully woven into the design are accents and details from the rubber boom era and the colorful cultures of Portugal, Spain and Peru.

With its inaugural voyage set for October 2020, Aqua Nera will operate alongside the Aria Amazon, taking guests into the depths of the Peruvian Amazon in the comfort of luxury. Every day expert naturalist guides will conduct small group excursions that reward guests with up-close wildlife encounters in the world’s most biodiverse rainforest. www.aquaexpeditions.com

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Prime Location Within The Palm Hills Golf Course Community Built by one of Hua Hin’s most trusted builders is this 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom golf course home. Situated on 1,600 square meters of prime Hua Hin real estate, the homes location within the Palm Hills Golf Course Community overlooks the 11th and 17th tee. This property was designed for extravagant indoor and outdoor living that showcases its incredible lake and golf course views.

Special features are abound in this recently remodeled pool villa, they start in the main residence with the incredibly large “Grande Lounge” featuring a high ceiling, multiple conversation / entertaining areas and views overlooking the pool and lake beyond. A stairway takes you

downstairs to a private room that has a glass window looking into the deep end of the large swimming pool. This room could be a gym, wine cellar, games room, library etc..

The main residence also contains two bedrooms with one being the master suite that features its own private garden and sitting area, large spacious walk in closet and a master bathroom with his and her sinks, bathtub and a very spacious shower.

Detached from the main house are two separate bedrooms, each ensuite, both facing the lake providing serene idyllic views. The spacious kitchen has built in appliances, plenty of counterspace and a large island with seating.

24M Thai Baht

Other special features include a recently installed large sun deck adjacent to the pool, and a recently added garden studio that could be used as an office, games room, gym or craft room or guest bedroom Additionally, there are maids quarters.

This villa is truly a magnificent family home which the present owner has decorated tastefully throughout. The villa can be found in a quiet area inside the Palm Hills Golf Course community at the end of a no through road. The home comes completely furnished and includes a family lifetime membership to the Palm Hills Golf Club & separate Fitness Club.

THIS PROPERTY MUST BE SEEN TO TRULY APPRECIATE THE LOCATION AND VASTE AMOUNT OF INDOOR/OUTDOOR LIVING SPACE

Land Area: 1,600 m2 Living Area: 730m2

The Palm hills golf course can be found north of Hua Hin , approximately 15 minutes drive. It has easy access to restaurants, hospitals, international schools.

4 Bedrooms, 4 Bathrooms

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estled high among the mountains in the north of Thailand, Pai is a tiny town surrounded by secluded waterfalls and hiking trails that many consider as a backpacker’s mountain paradise.

Once upon a time, it was a sleepy marketplace and although the relaxed atmosphere is still present—it is not as unknown as it used to be. Pai is about three hours away from Chiang Mai and most visitors take the bus there,

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mainly for the picturesque mountain views. Doi Inthanon National Park lies on this route and is recommended for anyone who likes to explore authentic Thai villages, waterfalls, limestone caves and enjoy the wilderness.

Although Pai doesn’t have the attractions of its more popular neighbor, it does have its charms. Pai offers a relaxed vibe to those who want to get away from the city and do nothing for

a while. Still that doesn’t mean there’s nothing to do here. The main attraction of Pai is the Pai canyon, also known as Kong Lan. Free of charge, this is the perfect place to enjoy the stunning panoramic views or hike through the various trails and paths. Be warned however, the trail is not for the fainthearted and even in proper footwear, it is easy to slip on the narrow path and there are no fences on the cliff’s edge. If you are adventurous enough to try, the

climb is definitely a challenge worth overcoming. But the canyon is still a wonderful place to watch the sunset and no particular fitness skill is needed for that.

The canyon is also a short drive away from the Pam Bok waterfall. Unlike other waterfalls such as Mae Yen waterfall and Mo Paeng waterfall, the Pam Bok waterfall is easily accessible and is the perfect place to cool down on a

warm summer day. On your way to the Pam Bok waterfall, do stop at the small property that is known as the Land Split. It used to be a working farm until a strange natural phenomenon caused the land to split and crack, rendering agriculture impossible here. While the split itself might not be that interesting, you will like the owners of the farm who turned the site into a tourist attraction. Friendly and welcoming, they offer visitors homemade snacks

with ingredients from their land such as Roselle juice, crispy bananas chips, peanuts, and tamarind. Although entrance to the whole establishment, even for tastings, is technically cost-free, a donation box sits on the counter, and the owners ask you to pay “what you think it is worth�.

Pai is infamous for its breathtaking vistas and the Chinese Viewpoint is no exception. Fifteen minutes ride from

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Pai, the hike leading to the viewpoint is a bit tricky and steep but as it often is in Pai, the view is worth it. Visitors get a 360 degree view of rolling hills and mountains, villages and lush green fields and just as the Pai canyon is famous for its sunsets, this viewpoint offers a wonderful view of the sunrise. Visitors also get to experience a traditional Chinese tea ceremony at the viewpoint. Below the viewpoint lies Santichon Village. Although the village is mostly souvenir shops and restaurants, it does have some interesting traditional Chinese clay houses and the Mo Paeng waterfall is just down the road.

Another great viewpoint is the Wat Phra That Mae Yen (Temple on the Hill). The main attraction of this viewpoint is the giant white statue of Buddha and visitors have the option of either driving straight to the top or climbing the 353 steps of the Naga staircase. A short drive away from the temple is the World War II Memorial Bridge. The walk across the bridge is quite short but it holds an interesting history although the original wooden structure was replaced by the steel structure that stands today. By forcing both villagers and elephants alike into hard labor, the bridge was originally built as a route for the Japanese army to invade Myanmar (then known as Burma). Although, the bridge was destroyed after the war, the villagers rebuilt it as it was a convenient way for them to travel in comparison to the log boats they used before. The bridge was reconstructed again in 1976 after a devastating flood and it stands there today as a testament of history.

During night time, the length of the bridge is lit up by bulbs strung out along its railings. It makes a good stop for a stroll if sitting on the bike is getting a little tiresome.

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If you’re really tired, head over to the hot springs for a relaxing soak. The Tha Pai Hot Springs is about fifteen minutes away from town and features a coldwater stream flowing over boiling-hot rocks to create a soothing, heated pool surrounded by lush scenery. Another option is the Sai Ngam Hot Springs.

Less famous than the Tha Pai Hot Springs and about thirty minutes ride from town, it is also less crowded and considered to be more affordable.

One last place to visit would be Tham Lod Cave. The journey itself is part of the charm, especially when you look out over the Pang Mapha viewpoint which signals roughly the halfway point between Pai and the cave. Another viewpoint known as the Kiw Lom offers an incredible view of the border of Myanmar and the valleys of Pai. Tham Lod Cave is home to many limestone stalactites and stalagmite formations, bats, wall paintings and even ancient teak wood coffins, believed to have been carved thousands of years ago. The Nam Lang river flows through the cave and considering it is 1.5 kilometers long, bamboo rafting is the only way to access most parts of the cave.

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The town shines brightest as soon as the sun goes down, especially at the Walking Street on Rungsiyanon Road where you can enjoy dinner and find amazing handmade souvenirs. This is probably the only exciting nightlife attraction in town except for some bars playing really good live music. Pai is also known for its excellent food traditions and there are many trendy places to eat, mainly focused on coffee and healthy foods and if you prefer something more traditional, you can’t go wrong with khao soi- a creamy, yellow, coconut flavored curry mixed with egg noodles and soft, braised chicken. You can add extra spices such as onion, chili or vegetables to add even more flavor.

Another dish to seek out is coconut pancakes and promise, you will not be disappointed. In addition, Pai is host to a large bohemian community and both residents and visitors alike are involved in a number of activities like yoga, Muay Thai boxing, cooking classes and even fire dancing, juggling and slack lining over at the Pai Circus School.

The best time to visit Pai is during the cooler season from about the end of November through to February. It does not rain much during that time so it is a great time to explore and although often busy in December, the crowds disperse in January. While

most visitors take the bus from Chiang Mai, there is also the option of flying to Pai from Chiang Mai with the journey taking only 25 minutes. Pai also makes for a perfect stopover for a day or more on the popular Mae Hong Son loop— a 650 kilometers long route that is considered one of the best motorbike circuits in Southeast Asia. Although Pai has certain attractions that you must definitely visit, it is still one of those places where you can laze about in a hammock and read a book or enjoy a sip of coffee as you watch the world pass by.

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he Dakar Rally has always been one of the most popular races in the history of motorsport, resonating with both the fans and drivers that place it in line with other iconic racing events, such as the 24 Hours of Le Mans, the Indianapolis 500, the Rallye Monte-Carlo and the Formula One Monaco Grand Prix.

The adventure began back in 1977, when Thierry Sabine got lost on his motorbike in the Libyan desert during the Abidjan-Nice Rally. Saved from

the sands in extremis, he returned to France still in thrall of the landscape and promising himself he would share his fascination with as many people as possible. He proceeded to come up with a route starting in Europe, continuing to Algiers and crossing Agadez before eventually finishing at Dakar.

The founder coined a motto for his inspiration: “A challenge for those who go. A dream for those who stay behind.� Courtesy of his great conviction and that modicum of madness peculiar

to all great ideas, the plan quickly became a reality.

The first Rally was organized in 1978 as the Paris-Dakar Rally, because the start of the race was in France and finish was in Senegal. 182 competitors (80 cars, 92 motorcycles and 12 trucks) participated in the inaugural event and 74 of them finished the race. After the 10,000km journey through France, northern and central Africa, the first overall winner was Cyril Neveu on a Yamaha motorcycle.

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The best car driver and fourth overall was Alain Genestier with a Range Rover V8. The variety of competing cars was incredible for example, the second placed crew were brothers Claude and Bernard Marreau in a Renault 4 Sinpar.

Some other leading cars were Fiat Campagnola, a Toyota BJ and a Lada Niva.

The French capital was a regular starting point until 1994. Since then, the routes have been changed several times, so the event was commonly referred not as Paris-Dakar but just as The Dakar. In 2008, the event was cancelled due to security threats in Mauritania and from 2009, the Dakar Rally was held in South America.

After the success of the inaugural race, the event rapidly grew in popularity and by 1982, the number of participants had doubled to 382. The 1987 event was marked as the start of official factory participation in the car category and in 1988, the maximum of 603 participants was reached. In the first years, the Dakar Rally was an event for mostly amateur racers, but growing popularity attracted some famous drivers, like the Formula One driver Jacky Ickx who debuted in 1981.

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Dakar founder Thierry Sabine

In their first attempt he and co-driver Claude Brasseur raced in a Citroen CX. The next year, they were fifth overall with Mercedes and in 1983, they triumphed with a Mercedes 280 GE. In total, Jacky Icxk competed 14 times at the Dakar Rally and scored two more podiums in 1986 with a Porsche, and with Peugeot in 1989.

Porsche first appeared at The Dakar In 1984, and in the first attempt, their Porsche 911 4Ă—4 was victorious with Rene Metge and Dominique Lemoyne as the crew. Jacky Ickx also switched to Porsche and finished 6th in the car category.

In 1987 Peugeot formed a factory team with the former world rally champion Ari Vatanen and he won the event.

He won three more times in 1989, 1990 and 1991. Victorious cars were Peugeot 205 T16 Turbo Rally Raid and Peugeot 405 T16. In 1988, another world rally champion, Juha Kankkunen, was the winner of The Dakar, driving a Peugeot 405 T16.

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Competitor Stephane Peterhansel holds the record with 13 wins at Dakar.

In 1991, he won for the first time with Yamaha in the motorcycle category.

He won six times with Yamaha before switching to cars in 1998.

In 2004, Peter Hansel scored his first win in the car category with a Mitsubishi Pajero. He won two more times with Mitsubishi in Africa (2005 and 2007) and two times with Mini All4 Racing in South America (2012 and 2013).

For the 2016 Dakar Rally, Hansel joined Peugeot’s Dream Team, along with Carlos Sainz, Cyril Despres and Sebastien Loeb. After lots of excitement, he reached his 12th victory, confirming his position as the best driver in history of Dakar. The next year, he increased his number of wins to thirteen, driving a new Peugeot 3008 DKR. In 2001, Jutta Kleinschmidt from Germany became the first and only female driver to win Dakar. Together with co-driver Andreas Schulz, she won driving a Mitsubishi Pajero with just two and a half minutes advantage over Hiroshi Masuoka after more than 6000 competitive kilometers.

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Jacky Ickx

One of the unusual winners of the Dakar Rally is surely Luc Alphand who was a famous World Cup ski racer before he switched to autos. In 1997 he won the World Cup overall title by collecting points only in the two speed disciplines, downhill and super G – a unique achievement in World Cup history. In 1998, he debuted at Dakar with Mitsubishi and competed 11 times. He won Dakar Rally in 2006 with a Mitsubishi Pajero.

Although FIA has been organizing the Cross-Country Rally World Cup since 1993, the Dakar Rally was always a special event and was organized by a private firm named Amaury Sport

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Organisation (ASO). Compared to other cross country rally races, The Dakar is much longer and it is considered to be the most dangerous race in the world. Unfortunately, that title is a consequence of numerous deaths of competitors and spectators. In the 41 editions of the race, 71 people have been killed in various accidents, the most recent being Portuguese rider Kevin Benavides who was killed on January 12th of this year participating in his 13th Dakar.

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victims of a helicopter crash during a sudden sand-storm in the African country of Mali.

This year’s Dakar took place in Saudi Arabia. The route of the first edition of the Dakar in Saudi Arabia explores the vast expanses of the largest country in the Middle East. The route is 7,500 km’s with 75% of the rally over all types of sand.

It’s sadly interesting that the founder of the Dakar Rally, Thierry Sabine , was also killed in an accident during the 1986 event. He was one of five

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LIVING AREA: 330 M 2 LAND AREA: 3800 M 2 BEDROOMS: 5 BATHROOMS: 9

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This fully furnished large custom river front home is located mere minutes from the 27 hole Majestic Golf Course, a short 25 minutes from Hua Hin. Sitting on an extremely expansive land plot of 3,800 square meters, the residence consists of a main house with 2 bedrooms, several lounges, a dining room and a brand new kitchen with 25 year warranty. The property includes several other structures; a 2 bedroom ensuite guest house adjacent to the large 5 X 10 meter swimming pool and spacious deck, a dining and entertaining pavilion, an office / art studio and a 1 bedroom caretaker house.

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12 Minutes North of Hua Hin Center, 10 Minutes to Hua Hin, Fully Furnished, Covered Terrace, Large Pool, Euro Kitchen Beds: 3 Baths: 2

Living area: 500 m2 Land area: 155 m2

5,900,000 THB

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Kao Takiab Award Winning Project, Excellent Amenities, Great Rental Ocean & Mountain Views, Fully Furnished Beds: 2

Baths: 2

Living area: 105 m2

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Built by an award-winning developer, this well-built home is mere minutes from the Banyan Golf Course and ten minutes from Bluport.

Beds: 3 Living area: 220 m2 7,900,000 THB Baths: 5 Land area: 550 m2

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Located minutes from Hua Hin Center is this brand new home with 1 bedroom guest house in Award Winning Development.

Beds: 4 Land area: 667 m2 14,500,000 THB Baths: 4 Living area: 274 m2

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7 Minutes South of Hua Hin Center 1 minute walk to popular beach Townhouse, Communal Pool, Euro Kitchen

Great location! Minutes from Restaurant Soi 94 & the Town Center, Air Con throughout, covered terrace, pool gardens and carport. Fully furnished

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8,000,000 THB

Living area : 150 m2 Land area : 450 m2

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Spacious 2 Bedroom Ocean View Condo In Beachfront Building with swimming pool in trendy Koh Takiab

15 Minutes from Hua Hin Center, Less than 1km from golf course, Large covered terrace, Latest energy saving technology

Beds: 2 Baths: 2

Beds: 3 Baths: 4

Living area: 153 m2

10,900,000 THB

Land area: 900 m2 Living area: 280 m2

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11,790,000 THB

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Sensational Large Family & Entertaining Pool Villa For Sale At Hua Hin’s Best Address Located in the highly desirable Palm Hills Golf and Country Club is this former personal home of one of Hua Hin’s best builders. The villa is filled with luxury extras like a private gym outfitted with professional equipment, a spa room that includes a large steam room, sauna, hot tub & cold tub plus a massage table. Other luxury amenities include a fully outfitted outdoor kitchen plus a large built in BBQ & Grill and over 3 million baht worth of solar panels and lithium batteries with the result being almost zero electrical costs. The main house has an open Beds: 6

Baths: 7

plan high end kitchen / dining room & lounge as well as a temperature-controlled wine room.

Additionally you’ll find the master bedroom and bathroom with walk in closet.

The home features five bedrooms plus maid’s quarters. Two of the bedrooms are separate guest suites off of the oversized 8 X 20 meter swimming pool. Over a million baht was spent on the tropical gardens, ponds and large waterfall. This house comes completely furnished including two 85 inch TV’s, one in the lounge

Living area: 1,000 m2 Land area: 2,340 m2

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and one in the master bedroom. Also included is a lifetime family membership to the Palm Hills Golf Club and its separate Fitness Club.

For those looking for an extremely large estate, the home owner also owns and is selling land plots on both sides of the home with the potential of adding an additional 3 rai (4,800 sqm’s) to the property.

This home was offered at 35,000,000 but has been recently reduced to 29,900,000 for a quick sale and no further discount will be considered.

29,900,000 THB

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Hua Hin South

Brand new home, using quality building materials, in a quiet area located approx. 20 minutes Southwest of Hua Hin center Beds: 3 Living area: 310 m2 15,900,000 THB Baths: 3 Land area: 2400 m2

5 Minutes South of Hua Hin Center, Desirable development, Fully Furnished, Large covered Terrace, Pool, Euro Kitchen

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15 Minutes South of Hua Hin Center, Sea Views, Near Beach & Golf Large covered Terrace, Pool, Euro Kitchen Beds: 3 Living area: 210 m2 Baths: 2 Land area: 600 m2

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Koh Takiab Beachfront Condo in desirable building in trendy area

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3 decks, ocean view, oceanfront swimming pool, tennis courts Beds: 2 Baths: 2

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Living area : 124 m2 Land area : 100 m2

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Beds: 3 Baths: 4

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Living area: 270 m2 Land area: 800 m2

12,900,000 THB

Pak Nam Pran #AG-V0510481 Sea, River & Mountain Views, 3 Bedrooms in Main House, 1 Bedroom Guest Villa, Large covered Terrace, Large Pool, Euro Kitchen Beds: 4 Baths: 4

Living area: 270 m2 Land area: 1,000 m2

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16,000,000 THB

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Located in the Exclusive Palm Hills Golf Course Dev. Is this large home with 2 guest houses. Golf and Fitness Memberships Included.

Beds: 7 Living area: 750 m2 21,500,000 THB Baths: 8 Land area: 2400 m2

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Prime Location Within The Palm Hills Golf Course Community This 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom golf course home sits on 1,600 square meters of prime Hua Hin real estate, the homes premier location within the Palm Hills Golf Course Community overlooks the 11th and 17th tee. This property was designed for extravagant indoor and outdoor living that showcases its incredible lake and golf course views.

Special features are abound in this recently remodeled pool villa starting in the main residence with the incredibly large “Grande Lounge” featuring a high ceiling, multiple conversation / entertaining areas and views overlooking the pool and lake beyond. A stairway takes you Beds: 4

Baths: 4

Living area: 730 m2

downstairs to a private room that has a glass window looking into the deep end of the large swimming pool. This room could be a gym, wine cellar, games room, library etc.. The main residence also contains two bedrooms with one being the master suite that features its own private garden and sitting area, large spacious walk in closet and a master bathroom with his and her sinks, bathtub and a very spacious shower.

Other special features include a recently installed large sun deck adjacent to the pool, and a recently added garden studio that could be used as an office, games room, gym or craft room or guest bedroom Additionally, there are maids quarters.

Detached from the main house are two separate bedrooms, each ensuite, both facing the lake providing serene idyllic views. The spacious kitchen has built in appliances, plenty of counterspace and a large island with seating.

THIS PROPERTY MUST BE SEEN TO TRULY APPRECIATE THE LOCATION AND VASTE AMOUNT OF INDOOR/OUTDOOR LIVING SPACE

The home comes completely furnished and includes a family lifetime membership to the Palm Hills Golf Club & separate Fitness Club.

24,000,000 THB

Land area: 1,600 m2

Large Absolute Beachfront Penthouse With Mesmerizing Ocean Views Absolute beachfront condominiums rarely come on the market in Hua Hin, especially the enviable penthouse’s, due their rarity. Located next to the beautiful Five-Star Anantara Hua Hin Resort is this incredibly expansive 367 square meter, 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom home. All bedrooms are en-suite, all with ocean views and deck access. The master suite is exceptionally spacious and benefits from a walk in closet and oversized master bathroom. Additionally, there is a very large lounge and dining area, a smaller lounge, a large kitchen with plenty of counterspace, a guest powder room and an office.

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Living area: 750 m2 Land area: 367 m2

58,000,000 THB

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