HOT Magazine, Issue 3, Volume 7

ISSUE 3 VOLUME 7 MARCH 2019

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Luxury Living & Exclusive Lifestyle

THE BEAUTY OF HUA HIN

Scotch HOT MAGAZINE

The World's Leading Spirit LET’S GO KOH SAMUI

Bugatti COMPLIMENTARY COPY

110 Years of Power, Luxury & Excess

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DINING WITH US IS A HAPPENING THAT MAKES A MEMORY CAVIAR - A TRUE DELICACY

For centuries, caviar has been considered one of the world’s finest gourmet foods and a true delicacy. Our Azure Restaurant presents “Caviar Blini” as a special dish of the quarter, an elegant, irresistible and delectable starter. The blini’s delicate and nutty taste blends very well with sour cream and salty caviar. The preparation is simple but the result is extraordinary tasty and beautiful. Available every day from 11.00 a.m. to 10.00 p.m.

Furthermore, enjoy a guided tour of the farm to see how sturgeon are bred and tended at the farm, with a knowledgeable guide relating how caviar is produced. The tour is available daily from 9.30 a.m. to 10.30 a.m., 24 hours pre-booking is required.

THB 2,400 net per a set of Caviar Blini including condiments at Azure Restaurant.

THB 2,900 net per couple including a guided tour at the ‘Caviar House’ farm with one welcome drink and soft drink during the trip as well as a ‘Caviar Blini’ set with condiments at Azure Restaurant.

CRUISE TO PARADISE

Discover the majestic beauty of Hua Hin in style with a private cruise by luxury speedboat.

Escape your everyday routine with a romantic voyage on the high seas.

During a 60-minute trip along the alluring coastline of Hua Hin, you’ll enjoy not only some fantastic sightseeing but also first-class service. And the pleasure doesn’t end once you’re back on land: the experience includes romantic dinner for two on the beach in a private cabana.

Venue: Beachfront Cabana Available every day from 5.00 p.m. to 10.00 p.m., 24 hours pre-booking is required.

THB 14,299 net per couple for a 5-course set dinner including a glass of sparkling wine.

For more information or to make a reservation, please call +66 (0) 32 616 999 Email: ichh.rsvn@ihg.com or visit www.intercontinental.com/huahin

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elcome to Issue 3, Volume 7. Although HOT Magazine is a Thailand focused luxury magazine our roots are in Hua Hin where we are based. In this month’s issue we are pleased to highlight the beauty of Hua Hin, its sights, activities and places that make it a tranquil yet vibrant destination worth visiting. Put on your comfortable walking shoes and join us on page 36 to see where you need to head first.

In this month’s Let’s Go feature we take you to the 3rd largest island in Thailand, Koh Samui. Once just an extended coconut plantation, this island has for decades been a leading holiday destination for global travelers offering world class accommodation, restaurants, nightlife and shopping to suit almost every taste and budget.

Also known as the Oriental Pearl of Phuket, the island hosts a great number of splendid natural and manmade attractions. There is nothing to stop party-goers or nature lovers, families or friends from having a blast on the island. Break out your sunblock and flip to page 42 to see why your next island holiday needs to be on Samui.

or dilute it with water, as they do in Tokyo or add some ice and a little green tea, as they do in Shanghai, then turn to page 56 to read how Scotch became the worlds most popular spirit.

As one of the most evocative brands in the automotive world today, Bugatti celebrated its hundred and tenth anniversary after being founded in 1909 by Ettore Bugatti. Its history is tumultuous and checkered with false starts, financial trouble and the intervention of two world wars but as long as the company’s history is, Bugatti has lost none of its association with power, luxury and excess. As we were going to press, Bugatti announced their newest car, the La Voiture Noire which costs $12.5 million USD’s before taxes, making it the most expensive new car ever sold and only one will ever be made. Put on your driving gloves and strap in to page 62 to see where you can put your excess millions to good use.

For hundreds of years whisky has been distilled in Scotland with the earliest documented record dating back to 1494. While whisky is made only in Scotland, it is enjoyed all around the world to the point that many countries treasure this beverage even higher than their own national drink. France, for example drinks more Scotch than Cognac.

Is there a difference between Scotch and Scotch whisky? No. But there is a difference in whisky and whiskey—the spelling, for one. Scotch itself has a long history. In 1494 it was made in monasteries for medicinal purposes usually prescribed to relieve colic, palsy and even smallpox. Grab a cocktail glass and pour yourself a couple of fingers, as they do in Scotland,

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Edited and published by HOT Hua Hin Co. Ltd. Although all materials are published in good faith and based on information solicited to us at the time of publication, the publisher takes no responsibility for any errors, loss or omissions that may occur. No part of this publication may be reproduced in full or in part without the previous written consent of HOT Hua Hin Co. Ltd. All materials copyright. All rights are reserved.

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

Those are just a few of the stories you’ll find inside this month’s issue.

As always, thank you for picking us up and we hope you enjoy the read.

Tanya Siri Vijitsomphong Editor, HOT Magazine

CONTACT INFORMATION Contact us to find out how to get the most for your advertising baht: sales@ hothuahin.com +66 (0)84 387 5699 info@hothuahin.com www.hotmagazine.website Follow us on Facebook for more photos & upcoming events: HotMagazineHuahinBangkok

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Let’s Stay, Silavadee Pool Spa Resort

The World's Leading Spirit

Power, Luxury & Excess

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Amari Hua Hin has been offering refined comfort and elegant resortstyle accommodations for close to 7 years. Combined with exclusive services and facilities, Amari’s design concept mirrors the seaside locale of the property with its contemporary architecture reflecting the rhythm of the sea, surrounded by the lush landscaping of its tropical gardens.

Better Together is the key theme that runs throughout the new signature initiatives of bringing people together, whether they be a group of friends, a family or a couple.

Amari Hua Hin has been designed in a way that encourages guests to share their experiences. Families might enjoy swimming in the 38-metre pool, friends can enjoy their conversations at Shoreline Beach Club while watching the horse riding and beach activities, and the couple can enjoy their treatments together at Breeze Spa. Amari Hua Hin is the perfect blend of convenience, style and comfort one would want for their dream vacay stay in Hua Hin.

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Model: Parker Varisara MUA: Metasit Hair Studio Khonpond Make Up Photographers: Sunya Yamake Supphachat Khomkow Location: Amari Hua Hin

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Model: Parker Varisara MUA: Metasit Hair Studio Khonpond Make Up Photographers: Sunya Yamake Supphachat Khomkow Location: Amari Hua Hin

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Hua Hin Business Network at Green Parrot On the 22nd February, Hua Hin Business Network held their monthly networking event at the Green Parrot on Soi 94. With a great turn out as usual of Hua Hin Business people the event was intimate and a success. Green Parrot offered a free flow beer and wine plus Green Parrots fantastic buffet.

The Hua Hin Business Network (HHBN) is a non- profit organization for like-minded people who are working & living in Hua Hin, Cha Am & Pranburi to socialize and network.

To see what Hua Hin Business Network is all about come join the monthly networking events by going to Facebook “Hua Hin Business Network�

Page under events, or go to www.hh-b-n.com for more information.

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Joy Ayling Opens New Restaurant, The Prestige Mali Prestige by Orchard Palm Homes now was its own Thai/Chinese restaurant, following an official opening on March 1st. Just called ‘The Prestige’ it will offer traditional Thai and classic Chinese dishes from a comprehensive menu. Owner Joy Ayling has hired a chef from the prestigious Dusit Thani Bangkok to oversee kitchen operations.

If the food lovingly laid out for the grand opening is anything to go by then, this writer’s taste buds were happily tantalised. Steamed dumplings of several varieties, cabbage wrapped morsels, chicken satays, Larb Gong (prawns). Chinese spoons filled with mouth sized pieces of perfectly cooked, prawns, Tofu, and vegetables also tempted. The lemon chicken when it arrived was descended on very quickly, and thankfully, a new platter promptly came to replace the first.

A ceremonial garland cutting brought the new restaurant to a formal opening. Residents at Mali Prestige and the neighbouring Mali Signature housing developments will not have to travel into town for a quick meal thanks to the arrival of this new restaurant venture. Owner Joy explains that the restaurant will operate 7 days a week opening for breakfast, lunch and dinner. The restaurant can be contacted at 098 159 2789.

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HOT AROUND HUA HIN Ultimate Dining Experience at InterContinental Hua Hin Resort Repeating the success of last year’s Michelin Chef Dinners at the InterContinental Hua Hin, the resort was pleased to bring in the exceptional culinary experience of Chef Atsushi Takahashi, Head Chef of the 2 starred Michelin Kashiwaya Restaurant in Hong Kong to share his passion and experience through the culinary journey for the resort’s delighted guests.

Chef Takahashi flew into Hua Hin to host two inclusive seven-course dinners at the InterContinental Hua Hin Resort on the 22rd and 23rd of February. Served was original Japanese cuisine in Kashiwaya style paired with selections of Sake to complete the perfect dining experience. The two dining events were held at La Residence, an elegant feat of colonial style architecture and design imitating King Rama VI's 19th-century Royal Summer Palace and on the beach in front of InterContinental Hua Hin Resort.

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Chef Takahashi began his career at the age of 19 as a trainee under second-generation chefowner Hideaki Matsuo of the three-Michelinstarred Kaiseki Restaurant Kashiwaya in Osaka, Japan.

Chef Takahashi witnessed his mentor lead the restaurant to three Michelin stars for six consecutive years, never once dropping its esteemed status. When Kashiwaya opened its first international outlet in Hong Kong in 2015, much effort was taken to stay as true to the original restaurant as possible. In 2016, Kashiwaya Hong Kong received not one, but two Michelin stars.

Michael Janssen, Cluster General Manager of InterContinental Hua Hin Resort was quoted as saying, “The InterContinental Hua Hin Resort is well known as the leading luxury resort in Hua Hin which make the perfect combination to offer the world class culinary experience to our guests.

We will continue our mission to deliver the best in resort accommodations, world class service and an exceptional culinary experience tailored to our guests.�

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MCC at Avani Plus On Thursday evening March 7th at the AVANI Plus Hotel in Hua Hin, Lizzy, the Grande Dame of Hua Hin held court at her well attended MCC event. MCC, which stands for Multi Cultural Community is an event dreamt up by Lizzy five years ago and her MCC nights are looked forward to by expats and Thai’s alike.

The special VIP guest for the evening was Mrs. Kathy Heinecke. Kathy, along with her husband Bill are Thai citizens.

Bill Heinecke is well known throughout Asia for his high-flying business empire called Minor International which includes hundreds of hotels around the world with names like Four Season’s Marriott, St. Regis, AVANI and the brand he built from the ground up, Anantara. Next time you eat at Pizza Company, Burger King, Sizzler, Coffee Club Swensens or Dairy Queen, you’ll have Bill to thank. Their restaurants to date number over 2,000 globally.

Other special guests included Khun Montri, Vice Mayor of Hua Hin, Khun Thaweesin Pattanapiras, a member of Parliament and directly from Japan, Mr. Edwin Wiek, Founder and Director of the Wildlife Friends Foundation in Thailand.

People Lizzy wanted to thank include the Rescue Phetkasem Association, the Sunshine Ambulance Driver and Thai Contractor / Builder, Khun Kay. The fun evening was made even more enjoyable as it was a Charitable affair with money raised going to LIzzy’s University fund.

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Coral Lounge

Reef Deli

Shoreline Beach Club

HOT Magazine Partners with AMARI Hua Hin To Offer 10% Off On Food & Beverages HOT Magazine is pleased to offer our readers a 10% discount at all AMARI Hua Hin dining outlets for food and beverages, including alcoholic drinks. When dining, just mention HOT Magazine and you will be presented with an AMARI Dining Card giving you 10% off on your initial visit and 10% off on all future visits.

The AMARI Hua Hin has 3 restaurants to enjoy.

For light afternoon bites, the living room style Coral Lounge is an ideal venue for coffee, tea and a selection of

cakes and pastries. Afternoon teas and a range of Amari’s signature cocktails can also be found here.

For all-day dining, guests can venture to Reef Deli. During the day, the lounge offers an international menu with gourmet sandwiches and salads, complemented by Thai comfort food and an assortment of homemade icecreams and desserts. In the evening, the deli transforms into a wine bar, offering tapas and sharing platters as well as fine wines from the around the world.

A beach holiday is not complete without a beach side dining experience and Shoreline Beach Club offers just this - featuring its very own beachfront pool, perfect for lounging in the afternoons, sipping on cocktails and nibbling on Mediterranean-Thai delights. In the evenings, the venue transforms into an intimate dining experience with creative cocktails and fresh seafood from the grill.

The AMARI Dining Card cannot be used in conjunction with AMARI special promotions.

Chiva Som Afternoon Tea Hua Hin's Chiva Som has introduced Afternoon Tea being offered to guests in The Orchid Lounge from 2.30 pm – 5.00 pm each day.

Guests are invited to relax and enjoy a beautiful selection of sweet and savory treats. Served in bite-size portions, making them healthy yet still delicious.

The array of herbal teas being offered include Rooibos, Lemongrass, Ginger, Scent of Forest, Peppermint, Safflower, Rosella, Spice, Moringa, Dandelion and Turmeric.

The Orchid Lounge has undergone a complete makeover to become an inviting and sociable spot in which guests can enjoy afternoon tea and interact, welcoming also a piano, pondside seating and an open juice bar.

This stunning setting formed part of Chiva-Som’s 6-month refurbishment

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program last year which also included a complete overhaul of the Thai Pavilions, Emerald Room, Library, Fitness Centre and Niranlada MediSpa during which the resort was closed from May and re-opened 1 November 2018.

From 1 May – 31 October 2019, ChivaSom will be closed for completion of its extensive refurbishment program.

For more information and reservation, please send to reservation@chivasom.com or call the resort at Tel: +66 (0) 3253-6536

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Beach Polo Returns to Hua Hin Save the date, Saturday April 27th, that’s the day when for the 10th year polo will be played on the beach in front of the InterContinental Hua Hin Resort.

The Asian Beach Polo Championship, as it is known, is one of the most fun events on the Hua Hin social calendar.

The day and evening is full. Gates open at 1 pm and begin with the extravagant horse parade traveling down the beach until it reaches the InterContinental for the opening ceremony. After opening speeches, the action starts with Kids Polo, a fashion show on horseback, barrel racing, horse racing and the final polo match.

The fun isn’t over though. As the sun goes down the evening cocktail party starts up. Happening on the lawn of the InterContinental, in front of the beach, the evening festivities include a cocktail dinner, live music, show, auction and dancing.

The whole day is a Charity Event for Princess Pa’s Nabha Project and your ticket is inclusive of food and drinks. Ticket prices for the full day and night of fun are 1,500 baht per person. Contact the InterContinental Hua Hin Resort for more information, 032 616999.

Dress Code is Sport Smart Casual Of all the fun events that come to Hua Hin every year, this one is not to be missed!

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X2 Adds Vibe to Uptown Bangkok In the latest development to Bangkok’s standing as the number 1 destination in Southeast Asia, BHMA Hotels & Resorts the signing of its latest hotel management agreement for the new X2 Vibe Bangkok Udomsuk Station with Italmar (Thailand) Co., Ltd. This is the second joint-agreement between the two companies following the opening of X2 Vibe Bangkok Sukhumvit in 2017.

With an eclectic mix of shopping centers, tasty street food stalls, Thai and Western bars and bric-abrac markets sitting cheek by jowl, Udomsuk on the eastern fringes of Bangkok is quickly becoming the new marker postcode where travellers can Stay, Chill & Enjoy. X2 Vibe Bangkok Udomsuk Station is located just a few steps from the Udomsuk skytrain station and provides easy access to downtown. Future mass-transit developments for the area also include the Airport Line linking Don Mueang, Suvarnabhumi and U-Tapao airports.

“Bangkok is without doubt the most vibrant city in Southeast Asia and we are over the moon to be opening another property after receiving such overwhelming reviews of our X2 Vibe Bangkok Sukhumvit in the trendy On Nut district. This is a big step forward for the company as we continue to execute our development plans.

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reaffirms the confidence the owner (Italmar (Thailand) Co., Ltd.) has in our brand and the message we are sending,” said Peter Lucas, CEO, BHMA Hotels & Resorts.

While central Bangkok continues to draw international holiday-makers and business executives, flourishing suburbs such Udomsuk provide a refreshing escape for millennial travellers looking to kick back and relax. With coffee shops, restaurants and bars dotted around the area, Udomsuk is proving to be the newest location to Stay, Chill and Enjoy. Across the Asia-Pacific region, the X2 Vibe brand continues to set the bar as the top choice for people looking for hotels that match their modern lifestyles.

“Our X2 Vibe brand is a totally new hotel design and concept that is redefining the hotel industry. We’ve worked extremely hard to build in multi-usage spaces that can be adapted to what our guests desire.

From a working space to a comfy room with functional designs, X2 Vibe Bangkok Udomsuk Station will cater to just about every taste. We’ve chosen Udomsuk as we believe it is Bangkok’s hottest new address with great shopping and dining options and a down-to-earth residential feel. We are confident the new hotel will achieve the same rate and occupancy numbers as our X2 Vibe Bangkok Sukhumvit

property,” said Paul Wilson, EVP Commercial, BHMA Hotels & Resorts.

Commenting on the new partnership, Direk Vongvairoj, Chairman, Italmar (Thailand) Co., Ltd., said, “We’ve chosen to partner with BHMA Hotels & Resorts again because we are fully confident that the X2 Vibe brand delivers on design, comfort and flexibility; things our guests are passionate about. X2 Vibe has become the brand for the new generation of travellers who like to get off the beaten track and live close to local communities. I am sure this partnership will be as rewarding as our first project in mid-town Sukhumvit.”

The construction of the X2 Vibe Bangkok Udomsuk Station is now underway and the hotel expects to welcome its first guests in 2021. BHMA Hotels & Resorts continues to expand its portfolio of properties in Thailand and the wider Asia-Pacific region with six new properties scheduled to open in 2019.

BHMA currently operates 23 hotels across three distinct brands – X2, X2 Vibe and Away – in Australia, Thailand, Vietnam and Indonesia. More detailed information on each hotel and resort can be found at www.BHMAhotels.com.

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World-Class Music and Entertainment Festival to Light up Songkran Songkran in Bangkok is set to change forever with the arrival of Siam Songkran – Thailand's newest four-day Songkran festival set to be held 12 – 15 April, 2019 at Bangkok's largest city centre entertainment zone, SHOW DC Arena.

A time of tradition, Songkran is also a time of fun with family and friends, and Siam Songkran is set to blend Thai and Western cultures with a packed music and entertainment programme and the largest water fight in Bangkok.

Organisers expect Siam Songkran to become the largest Songkran Music Festival in Thailand and a new Songkran destination in the city that welcomes both residents and international visitors.

According to the organizsers Zapp, Siam Songkran is something Bangkok has never seen before.

Held over four days with four outdoor zones and two huge stages showcasing live music from top Thai performers, as well as talent from around Asia, Zapp is melding together Thai and Western

cultures in a fun environment and are confident festival-goers will be blown away by the event.

The huge festival area will have four festival zones including two stages for live music on which some of the biggest acts in Thailand and around Asia will perform. From trap, to big room, to hard-style to Brazilian bass, and even the melodic progressive, Siam Songkran will have it all.

“Siam Songkran is set to be an iconic city centre event for Bangkok.

Combining international and Thai music talent, Thai cuisine, culture, performances and shopping, as well as huge water battles over four days, we aim to showcase the “sanook” side of Thailand and look forward to welcoming thousands to the inaugural event from 12 to 15 April at SHOW DC Arena,” commented Goh Soo Sing, Chief Executive Officer of Show DC Corp Ltd., official event partner of Siam Songkran.

Live plays and performances, photo booths and endless instagram opps, as well as relaxing Thai

massages in the resting zone, round out a four-day festival packed with activities and performances for everyone to enjoy.

All festival-goers will receive a “Siam Kit” as part of their ticket price which includes a dry bag to keep all important items dry, and a water gun to make sure you wet everyone important to you!

Tickets can be purchased online at www.siamsongkran.com and range from 1,500THB for a single day pass, to 6,400THB for a VIP 4 Day Pass. For those looking for the ultimate festival experience, special VIP Packages are available from 100,000THB (for 6 pax) to 385,000THB – the first festival pack with pool suite.

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ould Italian cuisine be the most popular worldwide?

That’s something this writer has often pondered.

Certainly wherever I’ve travelled there is always an Italian restaurant or Pizzeria, and even here in coastal Hua Hin Thailand, there is a fair share of Italian eateries from simple to high end. Once such establishment that has stood the test of time is La

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Grappa in Hua Hin’s ‘old town’ serving fine Italian cuisine in Hua Hin since 2003.

On a recent visit, we had the pleasure of meeting Chef Patron Luigi Sica. A native of Como in Italy’s northern region of Lombardy, Chef Luigi has been in charge of the La Grappa’s menu and kitchen for the last four years. Passion for his food was undoubtedly evident as

we chatted. In fact, Luigi proudly announced that he had some fantastic white and black truffle from this year’s season and would be highlighting the truffle on several dishes we had chosen to try. Such an exotic introduction to La Grappa and Chef Luigi’s cuisine.

Our food journey began with three starters. First a classic selection of fine Italian cold cuts – melt in your

HOT MAGAZINE RECOMMEND mouth Prosciutto San Daniele, Coppa di Parma, Mortadella, Salami Milano, and Speck Alto Adige (lightly smoked and air cured Italian ham) all served with a small selection of pickled vegetables. Next was Beef Carpaccio – sliced wafer thin and serves on a bed of fresh rocket leaves and topped with a whole Burrata cheese – creamy as we liked and topped with shavings of truffle.

Our third starter was a citrus marinated Salmon Tartare.

Accompanying the salmon was a passionfruit sauce and wasabi. On an intellectual level an unusual pairing, yet the sweet and slight sharp of the passionfruit, the gentle heat of the wasabi and the finely diced salmon with citrus overtones were a perfect trinity of flavours and ultimately, our favourite starter!

To sample the restaurant's pasta dishes we chose a Linguini Pasta with Hua Hin Slipper Lobster, cherry tomatoes and basil – perfectly cooked medallions of lobster in the deliciously rich tomato sauce. Our other choice was the Homemade Veal Ravioli sitting on a parmesan cheese fondue and topped with a white truffle foam. What an abundance of striking flavour all in one dish!

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For mains we chose the Imported Pike Perch – perfectly pan-fried, sitting atop a violet potato puree and accompanied by a white wine sauce. Aged Australian Angus Beef served Rossini style was our other main. Beef tenderloin topped with a generous slice of grilled Foie Gras, thin slithers of black truffle all with a Madera sauce. Melt in your mouth beef accompanied with rich, meaty goodness in the sauce and foie gras – heavenly for this writer!

La Grappa’s wine menu is a tour of Italy in itself and one of the most comprehensive this writers seen for some time. Hand selected wines from all the major Italian regions from the north all the way to Sicily in the south. Start with Prosecco, then perhaps a Pinot Grigio, and onto the reds the choice is outstanding. Don’t forget the Grappa!

A visit to an Italian restaurant cannot pass without ‘Dolci’ – desserts and Chef Luigi excelled once again. The Classic Tiramisu – coffee, liqueur-infused biscuits, mascarpone, cream and cocoa – everything you could want from this classic dessert. A Bavarian Mango Mouse with a passionfruit sauce and Amaretto crumb. Or our final selection, a Panna Cotta with a strawberry sauce. That perfect ‘wobble’ of the Panna Cotta, not too sweet with the strawberry sauce as a perfect counterbalance. This was definitely our favourite dessert!

More in the mood for something simpler like a Pizza – no problems as La Grappa’s wood-fired oven is on and ready to go.

The menu provides ten choices starting with the classic Margherita or perhaps the La Grappa special with tomato sauce, mozzarella, Nduja, Italian sausage and black truffle.

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Fancy a lunch get-together but not big on decision making then perhaps La Grappa’s Lunch Set Menu is a great alternative. Two courses and dessert for 495 THB or three courses and dessert for 645 THB. There is a choice of three dishes for each course so still lots of option to tantalise your taste buds and great value!

La Grappa is situated on Poolsuk Road in central Hua Hin and operates seven days a week with lunch from 12:00 to 14:30 and dinner from 18:00 to 22:00. Reservations are always recommended and can be made on +66-32-516510 or +66-922-814664. For more information on the restaurant check out their website www.lagrappa-ristorante.com Michael Cullen

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L et’s Meet,

Eugenio Gili What is your full name and age?

My name is Eugenio Gili, I'm also known as ' Gino' by my friends.

I was told 10 years ago that I have already reached a maturity level and have become a senior ever since.

What is your current job position?

I am the CEO of my company Chatsford which is based in Hong Kong. For the past 45 years we have been providing In-Flight Cabin Products to the world’s airlines.

How long have you lived in Hua Hin or been coming to Hua Hin? I was fortunate to discover Hua Hin in the year 2014. From the very first time I was able to travel and visit Hua Hin, I can simply say that it was love at first sight and I wasted no time in establishing my residence in Khao Takiab.

What did you know about Hua Hin before you moved here?

I have visited many of the traditional and well known cities in Thailand with the exception of Hua Hin. Particularly due to the fact that the only access was a 3-4 hour journey by road. That's why my knowledge of Hua Hin was rather limited.

What do you like most about your profession?

My profession is very specialized and thanks to that, it has given me the opportunity to play a role and become involved in the exclusive group within the aviation industry. Working with international airlines has allowed me to travel extensively around the world.

What do you like least about your profession?

Since airlines are flying 24/7, there is no room for product delays or failures.

What do you like most about Hua Hin? Hua Hin reminds me of the period when I was first settling down in Hong Kong 45 years ago. Due to the

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progress and development, Hong Kong became a prominent city and a major destination. Hua Hin's ongoing development is also very much in line with a similar vision.

What is your favourite restaurant and why?

Sunday brunch at McFarland House gives me the opportunity to relax and enjoy. In addition to the culinary experience, the ambiance plus the live music performed by Maria's group from the Philippines, provides additional relaxation along with the soft waves of the sea.

What do you like to do in your free time and why?

First thing in the morning, I walk down from my place to the beach, whenever the tide allows to enjoy a nice beach walk for one hour, until it is time for breakfast on my open air terrace, al fresco enjoying the beautiful beach view of the Gulf of Thailand from my condo.

What would you recommend to the new comers to do in Hua Hin and why?

Hua Hin is gradually becoming a new destination for many visitors from multinational origins. Hua Hin has a great variety of options for families and children in general.

There are many well-established restaurants offering a diverse selection to suit your culinary appetite.

For families, there are different activities such as waters parks, safari's, waterfalls and monumental temples.

On the beach resorts, the sea of the Gulf of Thailand is the most desirable, one of the highlights being kitesurfing.

In addition to the malls, there is a place called Cicada market which functions in the evening on weekends. No matter where you shop, these popular spots offer a chance for visitors to enjoy and relax. On the health side, Spa’s are also a highlight to be found throughout Hua Hin.

Tell us a surprising fact that the public does not know about you?

Two facts. First, I was an honorary Consul to Chile for many years when I was living in Hong Kong and second, I am not a chef, but I was able to switch from my photography hobby to the kitchen. When I am travelling, after checking in to my hotel, my first stop will always be visiting fresh markets and buying endless varieties of spices and ingredients which I fully utilize whenever my family and friends gather at my home.

What is the most outlandish thing you have even done?

Probably leaving my home at 17 and going to sea. For 10 years I was a merchant seaman, graduating to officer, visiting ports all over the world. I ended up in Asia which is where I have been for the last 50 years. Asia as a whole has given me the opportunity to enjoy my life throughout, built up my business, travel and now a days settle down in Thailand which is no doubt, among one of the most beautiful countries in the world.

The Asian culture has been one of the most astonishing discoveries during my whole life. Thanks to my extensive travels throughout China, visiting museums and great historical sites, I became attached to the art of wooden carvings. With such devotion, I have been able to build my Chinese wooden antiques collection which has been part of my life time enjoyment.

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8th Annual La Grappa & DanSea Charity Golf Tournament

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n February 23rd a fully booked 32 teams consisting of 128 amateur golfers and 170 dinner guests attended the 8th Annual La Grappa & DanSea Charity Golf Tournament. The playing format of the event was 4 ball team Texas Scramble, which always gives a fun and relaxed approach to the game. As always, the tournament was held at the Banyan GC and raised a donation of THB 480,000 for Charity Hua Hin Thailand.

The Organizers are the folks behind La Grappa and DanSea. La Grappa is an authentic fine dining Italian restaurant situated in the heart of Hua Hin and DanSea is the legacy of four generations and more than 100 years of experience from the Scandinavian fishing and net making industry and more than 35 years in the Asian region.

Peter Kirketerp, owner of La Grappa had this to say about the event; “We are proud to say that both players and sponsors have been very happy with the Tournament.

Together with the professional team at Banyan Golf Course we have created a day full of fun and laughter, in the name of Charity�.

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The three main sponsors for the event were La Grappa, DanSea and Baan Ing Phu. Peter Ton of Baan Ing Phu said; ““The atmosphere at the tournament was great. Everybody had fun from the very beginning until the fireworks closed the dinner party. The organization was flawless with a sharp eye for details. It was an absolutely great golf-day, full of surprises. I am happy, and proud, to be the main sponsor of this event!”.

The benefactor of this great event was Hua Hin Charity Thailand. Since 2010 a group of national and international volunteers have donated their time to assist people with disabilities of all ages, as well as poor elderly and other disadvantages people in the Hua Hin/Pranburi region of Thailand.

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The 2019 Champions of the event were Team DanSea with 1st Runner Up going to Team Outlaws and 2nd Runner Up going to Team Baan Ing Phu 1.

Stuart Daly from the Banyan Golf Club was quoted as saying “To have this event back at Banyan Golf Club Hua Hin for the 8th year running is simply fantastic. We have developed a great relationship with the team at La Grappa and DanSea which makes it a fun tournament to be involved with. We see that everyone at this event comes with such a sense of fun and a mindset of raising some good money for great local causes. We look forward to being part of the La Grappa & DanSea Charity Golf Day for many more years to come”.

Registration and preparation for next year’s event already begun. The Tournament will take place on Saturday, February 22nd 2020, once again at the beautiful Banyan Golf Course.

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The Beauty of Hua Hin

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n many ways, Hua Hin is a just hop, skip and jump away from Bangkok.

A quiet little beach resort town, it is just 2.5 to 3 hours away from Bangkok by auto. Hua Hin has long been favored by the royal family since Prince Chakrabhongse first visited on a hunting trip. King Rama VII built a summer palace and named it Klaikangwon,“far from worries”.

As Thailand’s first seaside holiday destination, wealthy Bangkok residents built their holiday homes there and Hua Hin flourished.

Now, Hua Hin is a great destination for a getaway, with long white sandy beaches, safe swimming and plenty of fun activities.

Tranquil yet vibrant, Hua Hin offers breathtaking events and activites, lively night markets and a dreamy vineyard that proves relaxing doesn’t have to be boring! Even going to the local malls is a treat.

Opened in 2006, Market Village Hua Hin was the first major shopping complex in the city. Other than Tesco Lotus, Home Pro and Major Cineplex,

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Market Village also has a food court, restaurants and plenty of shops with popular clothing brands. Your little ones can amuse themselves in the play area upstairs or even learn karate or dance at the local classes held there every afternoon. Several themed events take place every week or so, from animal farms to Chinese New Year and even beauty pageants and fashion shows.

Or a few minutes away is the BluPort Hua Hin Resort Mall. The largest and most impressive shopping mall in Hua Hin, the 5 Billion Baht Mall is a partnership between Proud Real Estate, (InterContinental, Holiday Inn, Vana Nava Water Jungle, True Arena, Le Colonial Beach Club) & The Mall Group, Thailand’s most impressive luxury shopping mall developer.

BluPort boasts a line-up of over 1000 names in fashion, beauty, lifestyle, IT as well as entertainment for both family, friends and children. With outlets like H&M, UNIQLO, Coffee Club and the infamous Whaley Port for kids, the mall is the new iconic anchor of Hua Hin offering not only shopping but dozens of restaurants

to choose from as well as great theaters.

It is open every day from 10 am to 10 pm.

For those who don’t want to be inside, wander over to Cicada Market near Khao Takiab beach. This upmarket night market comes alive to celebrate the arts— it is a forum for local artists to exhibit and sell their work, with a weekend schedule of live entertainment. Visitors can pick up handicrafts, paintings, drawings, vintage bric-a-brac and specialty artisan items and accessories by local designers. At Cicada you’ll find items for sale that aren’t available at typical Thailand Night Markets. Set in tropical gardens, the ambiance is relaxed, stylish and bohemian, with paths illuminated by lanterns and fairy lights and art installations throughout. Two indoor galleries – The Art Factory – display the works of local artists and university students, plus a rotation of touring national and international exhibitions.

Food vendors offer the full range of Thai street foods, from the local specialty of khao khluk kapi – fried rice with shrimp paste – to Pad Thai to Isaan (North

Eastern) dishes. There’s also a selection of international foods, including Italian, Japanese, Korean barbecue and Chinese.

Grilled fresh seafood here is also a specialty. Cicada Market is open Friday to Sunday evenings.

Right next to Cicada is the Tamarind night market, a treasure trove of eateries for those with hungry stomachs.

Tamarind has become extremely popular for tourists and locals alike and is open Thursday thru Sunday evenings.

Just a few minutes further from Cicada and Tamarind is the village of Khao Takiab which has become a desirable destination in its own right. This quiet village, about 7 km away from Hua Hin, has a great beach with plenty of beach restaurants and beach bars. You’ll also find lots of shops and interesting places to visit along with high end hotels and condominium developments.. Also, in Khao Takiab is Wat Khao Lad which sits on top of a hill / mountain. Because of all the monkeys that reside in or near the temple the Wat has picked up the nickname monkey temple and the mountain monkey mountain. A 20 meters statue of Buddha stands at the base of the hill. There are several ways to reach the temple. One way is to simply climb the stairs. Visitors may pause during their climb and enjoy the view, on a very clear day, you can see as a far as Cha-Am , the next city to the north.

If you are a golfer, well then you have found Nirvana. Hua Hin boasts 10 great golf courses with some of the best being Black Mountain and Banyan. In 2012 and each year since Black Mountain has been selected as one of the 100 best golf courses outside the USA by Golf Digest magazine. Since 2009 the Banyan Golf Club has consistently claimed 'Top 3 in Asia' awards and has been featured in the 'Rolex Top 1000' in the World.

Other things to see and do in Hua Hin include a visit to the Hua Hin Railway Station near the city center. The historic station opened in 1911 and still retains its colonial charm. It is considered the most picturesque railway station in the country. When trains are not roaring through, you’ll find many tourists taking selfies on the tracks and outside the old Royal Waiting Room, a grand looking building that was used to welcome the King and his court when they visited.

While in Hua Hin don’t miss out on the Vana Nava Water Jungle—one of the largest water parks in Thailand; it also boasts some of the country’s largest and longest water slides. As well as the thrills, there are water play areas for little ones and a unique ‘Aquacourse’, a course of ropes and challenging obstacles, combined with water guns.

Together with other interactive facilities the Vana Nava Water Jungle promises to deliver a splashtastic fun to thrill and chill seekers of all ages.

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Next door to the Vana Nava Water Jungle you’ll find the Holiday Inn Resort Vana Nava Hua Hin. The highest building in Hua Hin, their sky bar, called Vana Nava Sky, is the best place in Hua Hin to view a sunset while enjoying custom cocktails created specifically for Vana Nava Sky by the famous mixologist J. Borosky. For those not shy of heights, wander out onto Vana Nava Sky’s see thru deck for a view of the hotel and water park below.

With other attractions including Black Mountain’s water park, Santorini Water Park, Swiss Sheep Farm, Pala U Waterfall, the Maruekhathaiyawan Palace (the King’s Summer Palace), Art Village, Plearnwan, Rajabhakti Park and the aforementioned Monsoon Valley Vineyard, there is honestly no shortage of activities to do in Hua Hin even if it is just strolling through the streets. The locals are friendly, the food is superb, and the sights are worth seeing.

Hua Hin offers plenty of transportation options including Grab, but if you would like to sightsee further afield it’s a good idea to rent your own vehicle or better yet, rent a vehicle with driver. The area of Khao Tao offers a small cove about 20 kilometers South of Hua Hin. Named for the hill that overlooks the beach, the beach is outlined with rocks on either side. The beach is uniquely secluded and tranquil and one of the best beaches for swimming. Here you will find an excellent beach club called Sanae Beach Club. At the top of the hill, in the dense forest, visitors will find an impressive Buddha statue. Additionally, there is a small hut that offers massages. Or, go further to Sam Roi Yot National Park, about a further forty minutes, and hike up to the Phraya Nakhon Cave. This magical attraction is an incredible sight to behold. Inside an elusive cave you will find an intricately designed gold and green pavilion. When the conditions are just right, you’re able to witness streams of light shining down on the pavilion through the open ceiling. The royal pavilion is truly a hidden treasure and the tough hike to get there is well worth it for the view alone. The National Park is 98-square kilometers with many other attractions as well, thanks to its limestone cliffs, mangrove forest, pristine beaches, dark caves, and abundant wildlife. There is also a 1-km wooden boardwalk over the marsh area that offers an amazing view.

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Hua Hin is a relaxing place to be, far from its counterparts in the south, like Ko Samui or Ko Phangan or Pattaya across the gulf. You can get there by bus, train, taxi or private jet via Jaras Aviation or MJETS­­­­.

From Suvarnabhumi airport, a private bus or shuttle bus can be arranged although you can go to the bus stations around the city as well—there’s one leaving every hour from 7 am till 6 pm. You can also take the train from Bangkok’s Hua Lamphong although that might take more time, 5-6 hours in comparison to the bus’s 3 hour journey. Generally, November to February is the best months to visit due to the cooler temperature. However, the cool sea breeze offers a pleasant atmosphere on even the hottest of days. It is to be noted that March to May is extremely hot while the rainy season stretches between June and October.

The locals take immense pride in their heritage and the town can offer the discerning visitor a real glimpse back into Thailland’s history with its old colonial buildings, fishing heritage and quaint timeless streets. In spite of its popularity as a thriving resort town, Hua Hin has not lost its charm as a fishing village and it is reflected in the simple and tasteful atmosphere found there.

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he third largest island in the Gulf of Thailand, Koh Samui is undoubtedly one of the most popular and beautiful places in Thailand. Also known as the Oriental Pearl of Phuket, the island hosts a great number of splendid natural and manmade attractions. There is nothing to stop party-goers or nature lovers, families or friends from having a blast on the island.

Believe it or not, Ko Samui was once little more than an extended coconut plantation. In the late 1800s, it became a fishing village, a safe haven for Chinese and Malay sea traders as they travelled across the gulf. It is rumored that the word “​ samui​ ” came from the Chinese word “​ saboey​ ”, which translates to “safe haven”. King Rama V, His Majesty King Chulalongkorn, visited Samui in 1887. It was then that the island was included on the map of the kingdom. Samui is now one of the leading holiday destinations for global travellers with world class accommodation, restaurants, nightlife and shopping to suit almost every taste and budget.

The easiest and fastest way to Koh Samui from Bangkok is to fly Bangkok Airlines, Thai Airways also flies daily from Suvarnabhumi Airport to Samui Airport. In addition, there are direct flights from Chiang Mai, Pattaya,

Phuket, Krabi, Hong Kong, Kuala Lumpur, and Singapore. The Kho Samui airport is a beautiful open-air terminal that makes for a great first impression. Another option is flying to Surat Thani first before taking the ferry across to Koh Samui. It’s three hours longer than flying directly, but cheaper.

If you want to choose the second option but don’t want to fly, get on the overnight train from Hua Lamphong station in Bangkok to Surat Thani. The bus is the cheapest option considering you don’t need a reservation. Just show up at the Sai Tai Mai terminal in Bangkok and you’ll be on your way within the hour. The bus will drop you off directly at the ferry terminal. From there it’s only an hour and a half ride to the island. Here are some experiences you shouldn’t miss; Ang Thong National Marine Park is one of the largest national parks in Thailand. Ang Thong means ‘Golden Bowl’ in Thai. It was designated as a national park in 1980, and its ecosystems have been well protected since then. It is a beautiful archipelago of 42 islands located to the west of Koh Samui in the Gulf of Thailand. Here, you will be able to admire the beautiful natural scenery of the thick jungles, towering limestone mountains, whitesand beaches, and lagoons.

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A Big Buddha Statue is located on a small island connected to Samui by a causeway, the temple features a golden, 12 meters high, sitting Buddha. The beach nearby was originally called Bang Rak, but due to the prominence of the temple at its eastern end but it is now more commonly known as Big Buddha Beach. The temple is open to visitors all day, but for those hoping to catch a true cultural experience it’s best to go in the early morning hours.

That’s when local people bring their food and other offerings to the temple, and the monks do their morning chanting.

Bo Phut’s Fisherman’s Village was once a thriving fishing community, the fishermen have long moved on but the village retains a rustic charm.

Fisherman’s Village Samui is a historical part of Bophut, with rustic-style buildings housing boutique stores, trendy restaurants and a small selection of hotels lining the narrow Beach Road.

Every Friday, the entire area becomes the site of the Fisherman’s Village Walking Street market, attracting huge numbers of shoppers from across the island for the amazing variety of wares and the lively atmosphere.

Beaches Koh Samui has no shortage of spectacular white sand beaches and emerald waters. Each beach town in Koh Samui has a different flair and personality with the popular party hubs being Chaweng and Lamai.

Hin-Ta and Hin-Yai also known as Grandfather and Grandmother Rocks, this is probably one of the most photographed tourist attraction in Koh Samui. The reason for such popularity has to do with their genitalia shape, representing a male and a female respectively. Legend has it that Ta and Yai died on the sea when trying to sail to a neighboring province to ask for the hand of a girl for their son.

Unable to reach their destination, they turned into rocks as proof of their true intentions to the would-be bride’s family.

It is still worth a visit for the amazing view over the sea and Lamai beach.

Na Muang Waterfall is hidden in the center of the island, Na Muang is the tallest and most beautiful waterfall in Koh Samui. It is especially impressive in the rainy season, when the water flow is at its maximum. But it’s still worth visiting during the dry season. On your way up to Na Muang Waterfall pay attention to the spirit houses and spirit trees along the way. Thai people believe spirits live inside old trees, so they tie colorful ribbons around them to warn others not to cut them down. People leave offerings, like drinks and flowers, to keep the spirits happy. Besides relaxing by the waterfalls, you can also drive ATV in the jungle or zipline through the mountain.

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Secret Buddha Garden are a creation of an old Samui fruit farmer, Nim Thongsuk, who in 1976 began erecting several statues and temples around his family's verdant land. The statues depict a number of animals, deities and humans in various poses, including one of Khun Nim himself, in a relaxed position sitting on a rock. Each statue has a story to tell, and most Thais will know the meaning and mythology behind these evocative works of art. Also known as Heaven’s Garden, the surrounding areas are cool and peaceful, with a waterfall and stream flowing through, all shaded by thick jungle foliage. The Secret Buddha Gardens are found in Samui's interior, to the north-west of Lamai Beach.

Want to go island hopping? To the north are Koh Phangan, Koh Tao, Koh Nang Yuan. To the south are Koh Taen, Koh Mat Sum and Koh Rap. Koh Phangan is known for its epic Full Moon Parties. Koh Tao and Koh Nang Yuan are close to each other, and they are both known as the best snorkeling spots near Koh Samui. There you can actually dive with a whale shark. The waters are crystal clear, the corals and the diverse marine life are just mesmerizing. It can get quite busy with tourists who come to see the spectacular environment, but it’s still worth checking out. Take a day trip there and if you’re feeling adventurous, hire a jet ski and ride on over to the islands yourself Unlike other places, Koh Samui doesn’t have many public means of transports. You can choose songthaew or taxi to get to the destinations on the main island. Songthaews are usually very cheap, about 20 baht.

Cars are available for rent. Prices can range from 800 to 1500 baht. However, the traffic in Koh Samui is quite complex, so if you are not confident in your driving, you should not try.

The only way to get to other islands, and some beaches that don’t have any connecting roads, is by boat. Longtail boats, motorboats or canoes are always available at the pier to take you to explore the islands in the area. Ko Samui has two distinct seasons; rainy season and dry season (sunny season).

The average yearly temperature is about 30 degrees. It can get quite hot. The summer in Thailand starts in late February and lasts until May. And the beaches of Koh Samui can get very crowded. October and November are often raining, making it unfit for swimming. At first glance, Ko Samui seems your average party district. That is until you look closer and explore the true exotic beauty of the island. Whether you choose to hop around the island or stay in, don’t miss the spectacular sunsets. What a way to cap off your day!

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Silavadee Pool Spa Resort, Koh Samui

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esigned as an exclusive luxury hideaway, Silavadee Pool Spa Resort offers a timeless aesthetic that combines nature with the best of creature comforts. Tucked away on Laem Nam beach in Ko Samui, the rooms and villas comprise of woodycozy characteristics with a mixture of teak, light cedar wood and bamboo that all adds to the woodenly rich and luxurious style. Appropriately named “The Beautiful Rock”, Silavadee welcomes both families and couples to unwind and embrace the richness of nature in one of the leading holiday destinations’ in the world.

With a total of 80 keys, Silavadee consists of deluxe rooms, pool villas and pool villa suites ranging from 50 up to 300 square meters, each room and villa features rain shower’s and luxurious bathtubs.

All of these accommodations offer a spectacular view of either the ocean or the gardens. There are 11 types of rooms available, each with their own unique description, like the Jacuzzi Deluxe which features an outdoor Jacuzzi under the sky, or the Tropical Pool Villa’s private pool with “Aqua Jet Massage Bed” to stimulate and invigorate the entire body. And the most luxurious accommodation of them all—

Silavadee’a 300 square meter Ocean Front Pool Villa Suite. Exceptionally spacious and luxurious, here you can enjoy yourself all day long in the infinity pool. Inside the villa, amazingly convenient facilities are provided, whether it be your private library, wine cellar or the collection of Blurays with an oversized TV for a special viewing experience. The villa offers the best location to view the setting sun and the large sofas in the cabanas outside are ideal for small gatherings. Private in-villa dining is available on request, with a choice of a special a la carte menu, a meat and seafood BBQ or a customized special menu by the chef.

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Outside your room, take advantage of the renowned Silavadee Spa where you can experience the highest level of peace for your body and soul. With both ancient Asian and modern Western techniques, choose from 5 private Spa Villas to soothe all your worldly aches and stresses. Or, work out at the Fitness Centre, a fully equipped and air-conditioned area for you to stay in shape while looking at the beautiful view of the blue ocean. The resort itself offers a variety of activities for you to take part in, including Thai cooking classes, kayaking, snorkeling, Muay Thai or yoga classes. Silavadee also caters to your business needs in their meeting room, which accommodates 30 attendees with the prerequisite audio and visual equipment.

When the mood strikes you, step into the resorts infinity edged pool and indulge in a variety of cocktails, soft drinks and healthy juices at the Sun Pool Bar. The hotels integrated pool bar features a unique combination of specially created cocktails and fusion drinks. Or, hideaway in the Sun Lounge which features indulgent homemade treats like mouthwatering cakes, ice cream and scrumptious pastries. The menu also features rich coffees and hot chocolates.

Linger here as long as you like. If you want a full meal then walk over to the Moon where you’ll find an eclectic menu of international cuisine providing a truly gastronomic experience, especially when paired with the perfect wine, as guided by their knowledgeable staff.

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As the sun goes down, seat yourself in the romantic Star and enjoy a predinner cocktail and freshly-prepared canapĂŠs. One of the most stunning rooftop venues on the island, ensure you reserve one of the four sunken tables at least once during your stay for a truly unforgettable moment as the sky turns blue, pink to gold. And right at the top of the resort, The Height offers a choice between a glass-walled air-conditioned dining room with high wooden ceilings or a breezy alfresco open-air terrace.

Both offers uninterrupted sea views all the way to the horizon and the best authentic experience of both traditional Thai food and their modern take on Thai cuisine.

Surrounding part of the Silavadee Pool Spa Resort are huge boulders, which butt up against the pool and hotel walls, while on another side, the beach is devoid of anything lumpier than a tiny shell, its pristine coral sands as smooth as powder. This is the hidden secret of Silavadee and one of the best snorkeling sites available on the island.

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Silavadee also hosts weddings—Say ‘I do’ at the water’s edge, with gently swaying palm trees lining the fringe of the secret beach. With the help of a dedicated personal wedding coordinator, their services and packages can be tailored to meet your individual preferences and budgets. Even western style ceremonies, Buddhist blessings and vow renewals are possible, with assistance on the legal proceedings.

With daily direct flights from domestic and international routes, Samui International Airport is only half an hour drive to the resort.

The concierge also arranges tours all over the island with attractions like Fisherman’s Village, Big Buddha, Chaweng City Centre only 30-45 minutes away. Silavadee prides themselves on their hospitality, their services are “tailormade” to suit your needs and schedule.

So, if you’re feeling like the hustle and bustle of life is taking too much of a toll on your mind, health and spirit, come center yourself at Silavadee the exclusive luxury hideaway resort on Koh Samui.

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Scotch, The World's Leading Spirit

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or hundreds of years, whisky has been distilled in Scotland with the earliest documented record dating as long ago as 1494. While whisky is made only in Scotland, it is enjoyed all around the world to the point that many countries treasure this beverage even higher than their own national drink. France, for example drinks more Scotch than Cognac.

Is there a difference between Scotch and Scotch whisky? No. But there is a difference in whisky and whiskey—the spelling, for one.

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Scotch whisky is malted barley twice distilled and aged in oak barrels for at least 3 years, although in Scotland it is allowed to age for 8-20 years.

Scotch made in Scotland, Canada and England is called Scotch whisky (no e) while that made in Ireland and the US is Scotch Whiskey. To be clear, all Scotch is whisky but not all whisky is Scotch.

Originally, Scotch was made only from malted barley. In the 18th century, commercial distilleries began introducing whisky made from wheat and rye whole grains.

The distinctive smooth flavor of Scotch comes from producers who “malt� the barley grain to turn the starch into sugar prior to fermenting.

Some use peat to add a smoky taste.

Scotch itself has a long history dating back to 1494 when it was made in monasteries for medicinal purposes usually prescribed to relieve colic, palsy and even smallpox. The tax records of the day, the Exchequer Rolls lists an entry for 'Eight bolls of malt to Friar John Cor wherewith to make aqua vitae' (water of life). This was sufficient to produce almost 1,500 bottles. A boll was an old

Scottish measure of not more than six bushels. (One bushel is equivalent to 25.4 kilograms). When King James IV was in Inverness during September 1506, his Treasurer’s Accounts had entries for the 15th and 17th of the month respectively: ‘For aqua vite to the King. . .’ and ‘For ane flacat of aqua vite to the King. . .’ lt is probable that the aquavitae in this case was spirit for drinking.

Even by then, the process of distillation was already wellestablished.

No surprise there, distillation methods have been used since the time of Ancient Egyptians.

It was around the 16th and 17th centuries when considerable advances were made so it can be assumed that the spirit produced before was probably potent and occasionally even harmful. The earliest reference to a distillery in

the Acts of the Scottish Parliament appears to be in 1690, when mention is made of the famous Ferintosh distillery owned by Duncan Forbes of Culloden. There is also a reference to distilling in a private house in the parish of Gamrie in Banffshire in 1614. This occurs in the Register of the Privy Council, where a man accused of the crime of breaking into a private house, combined with assault, was said to have knocked over some ‘aquavitie’.

One of the biggest factors in shaping the whisky industry over the centuries has been the changes in excise duties and taxation. Despite efforts to legislate the trade, during the 18th century, illegal Scotch production flourished. Smuggling and illegal distilling, to avoid the excise officers, was very much prevalent in Scotland right up into

the late 1800s. In different parts of Scotch whisky history, there have been times when the production was banned. It was due to food shortages; the precious grain was to be spared for conventional food production.

Finally, in 1823, in an attempt to bring Scotch-making under control, an Excise Act was passed that made small stills illegal and charged a tax per gallon and license fee for larger operations. Eventually, this did the trick and the Scotch industry became (mostly) legitimate. It was in the late 1800s and early 1900s when Scotch became a staple of upperclass society when before, it had been dubbed “the poor man’s strong drink”. Dewar’s, Johnnie Walker and Ballantine’s blends moved Scotch into a more sophisticated product that was appreciated by a wealthier clientele, even being enjoyed by monarchs.

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While the Prohibition in America shut down the import of Scotch, in France, the devastation caused by the phylloxera beetle in the vineyards led Scotch to be the preferred spirit of choice over wine and brandy. The production seemed to wane a little towards the end of last century. It was as though whisky was a dated product that was only enjoyed as a blend by old men. But towards the turn of the century, distilleries caught on to a new customer base—the millennials. With their hipster taste and a craving for authentic nostalgic products, a millennial fan base for the Scottish national drink has quickly grown over the past decade or so.

Usually when consumers ask for a Scotch, they mean a blended Scotch whisky, that is a blend of as many as 50 individual Scotch malt and Scotch grain whiskies. Blended whiskies account for more than 95% of all Scotch sold in world markets.

Before 1831, when people drank Scotch, they drank malt whisky.

Grain whisky was invented in 1831, a different, less intense spirit than malt whisky yet its light flavor extended the appeal of Scotch overall to a wider market.

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The art of whisky distilling is unique to each distillery—the aromas and flavors are subtly distinct in each blend. Ironically, did you know the only a quarter of Scotch whisky distilleries are owned by Scottish companies? Although an increasing number of independent businesses own small distilleries, only a few large companies are behind most of the whisky production.

Diageo, for one, the father company of Johnnie Walker, White Horse, Mortlach, Lagavulin, etc, is responsible for more than one-third of the total whisky produced in Scotland. Formed in 1997 from the merger of United Distillers and International Distillers, today Diageo is a publicly listed company with a market cap of £46 billion and a market share volume of 36.3%.

After Diageo, Perrnod Ricard of France own the most Scotch distilleries when they purchased American company Seagram’s distilled beverages division in 2000— including all the distilleries of Chivas Brothers. Between Diageo and Pernod Ricard, they control 55% of the Scotch market. With a market cap of €29 billion, the company’s roots can be traced back to 1801. Ballantine is the company’s largest whisky brand, ranked number two globally, after Johnnie Walker.

However, it is Chivas Regal that is the flagship of the company. Some of their other whiskies include Glenlivet, Aberlour and the Jamesons Irish whiskey giant as well.

The largest independently owned Scotch whisky company, William Grant and Sons is the only Scottish company on this list.

Family owned, it has been around since 1887.

William Grant established the world’s first distillery dedicated to producing single-malt whisky Glenfiddich which is now the bestsingle malt in the world. Beyond Glenfiddich, the company also own a few other Scotch (as well as gin, vodka, and American whiskey) distilleries. The family has also dipped into the blended whisky market, with products such as Grant’s, Monkey Shoulder, and others. It has a market share of 7%.

There are others, of course, Bacardi, The Edrington Group, Beam Suntory, BrownForman and even Moet Hennessy Louis Vuitton own well-known Scotch distilleries.

As the world’s leading drink, Scotch outsells every other noble spirit in world markets—a honorable tribute to the water of life. While there is lots of arguments on how to drink whisky properly—from Scotland’s habit of drinking it straight, or Tokyo’s diluted blend or Shanghai’s unique mix of ice and cold green tea—the only rule worth following is that you should drink Scotch the way you enjoy it. Slàinte mhath!

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Bugatti, 110 Years of Power, Luxury & Excess

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s one of the most evocative brands in the automotive world today, Bugatti celebrated its hundred and tenth anniversary after being founded in 1909 by Ettore Bugatti.

Its history is tumultuous and checkered with false starts, financial trouble and the intervention of two world wars but as long as the company’s history is, Bugatti has lost none of its association with power, luxury and excess.

Ettore Bugatti was born in Milan Italy on September 15, 1881. His family were artists—his father Carlo was an Art Nouveau furniture importer and jewelry designer and his younger brother, Rembrandt was a renowned animal sculptor. His paternal grandfather Giovanni Luigi Bugatti was an architect and sculptor.

From a young age, Ettore showed interest in motor vehicle construction and his intrinsic understanding of its different aspects led him to design his first car, the Type 1, in 1898 at the age of 17. His Type 2 became a prize-winning exhibit at the Milan Trade Fair in 1901 and Ettore was given the opportunity to design cars for the wealthy baron Eugene de Dietrich’s who had been captivated by his work. At the Baron’s factory, Ettore designed the Type’s 3, 4,5, 6 and 7 in just two years and they were all badged as De Dietrich Bugatti’s.

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Bugatti Type 2 Soon after, Ettore parted ways with the baron and partnered with Emile Mathis, a French businessman to design and build cars of their own. Unfortunately, this arrangement lasted only two years and Ettore settled in what is now the city of Strasbourg in France.

In 1907, he married and his wife gave birth to his son and heir Jean.

In Strasbourg, he produced several prototype cars before being appointed Production Director at Deutz, a German engine manufacturing company where he designed the Type 8 and Type 9. At the same time, Ettore was designing the Type 10 in the basement of his home. In 1913, he designed a small car for Peugeot, a French automotive manufacturer, named the Type 19 Bebe, which became the first production Peugeot to sell more than 3,000 units.

When Bugatti terminated his contract with Deutz in 1909, he took his severance pay and set up his eponymous factory in Molsheim, Alsace. His company became well-known and his designs famous.

Automobiles E. Bugatti became known for building some of the fastest, most luxurious and technologically advanced vehicles of their day, with Bugatti’s being very successful competing in early Grand Prix motor racing.

Ettore fled Alsace during the First World War and was made to design airplane engines, most notably the U-16 which was only installed in a very limited number of aircraft.

After the war, Ettore returned to his beloved factory and in 1919. He exhibited three light cars at the Paris Motor Show, one of which was the Type 13—the first “true” Bugatti. In the 1911 French Grand Prix, the tiny eightvalve Type 13 finished second against a field of illustrious competitors, many with larger engines. Orders for the car poured in after it took 1st, 2nd, 3rd and 4th place at the Brescia Grand Prix of 1921. Ettore created the Type 23 Brescia Tourer, a full-fledged production variant of the Type 13. Later, Bugatti won first place in the first ever Monaco Grand Prix in 1929 and two more victories at the 24 Hours of Le Mans in 1937 and 1939. The latter victory is particularly remarkable because Bugatti raced with just a single car and a minimal amount of spare parts.

The 1930’s saw Ettore become more ambitious. The Type 18 – nicknamed the ‘Black Bess’ – was one of the most important Bugatti’s of the pre-war era and one of the first street-legal race cars. With a top speed of 100mph it was one of the fastest vehicles in the world, which is why it attracted the attention of aviation pioneer, Roland Garros.

He was one of only seven customers for these 5.0-litre, 100hp road rockets. The Type 18 inspired today’s Bugatti Veyron 16.4 Grand Sport Vitesse ‘Black Bess’, which was limited to three models, each one with a price tag of €2.15 million.,

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Bugatti Type 57

Bugatti Type 35 The Bugatti Type 35, was phenomenally successful, winning over 1,000 races in its time. It took the Grand Prix World Championship in 1926 after winning 351 races and setting 47 records in the two prior years. At its height, Type 35s averaged 14 race wins per week. Bugatti won the Targa Florio, an open road endurance race, for five consecutive years, from 1925 through 1929.

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If the Type 35 should go down in history as one of the world’s most successful race cars, the Type 41 Royale is arguably one of the most extravagant. In both size and displacement, it was huge – a 21ft wheelbase and 12.7-litre eight-cylinder engine – but it arrived at the wrong time. As the Great Depression shook the world, Bugatti was left with a huge problem. Of the six built, only three were sold to customers and the Royale nearly bankrupted the firm. The first Royale built for a customer sold in 1932 for an incredible 700,000 francs. But life in Molsheim went on. Ettore designed and built a racing airplane called the Model 100 but the Second World War broke out and the plane never flew.

In 1932 Ettore’s son, Jean Bugatti took over as head of the racing team and design division. He designed many new models, including the Type 59. In 1976, Motor Sport magazine claimed that to many people this is the most beautiful race car ever built

by Bugatti and it’s certainly an elegant machine. By now, Ettore was losing interest in racing and the Bugatti team was no longer competitive. The Type 59 used an enlarged version of the 3.3-litre engine found in the Type 57 and was Bugatti’s final race car of the 1930s. But if Bugatti’s influence within motorsport was dwindling, it was becoming a major force in the luxury sector. The iconic Type 57 was designed by Jean Bugatti and arrived at the 1934 Paris Motor Show.

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Bugatti Chiron

The end of the 1930s signaled the end of the boom years for Bugatti. In 1936, a strike at the Molsheim factory placed a wedge between Ettore Bugatti and the workers, with the boss deciding to work almost exclusively in Paris and reducing the pay of his employees in Alsace. Three years later, Jean Bugatti died during a test drive, while a year later, the German occupying forces instructed Ettore Bugatti to sell the factory to Hans Trippel for 150 million francs. Ettore died in 1947, with Pierre Marco put in charge. The Type 251 of 1955 represented the last hurrah for ‘old’ Bugatti. By now, the company was focusing on maintenance for old vehicles and engines for the military, rendering the Type 251 little more than a footnote at the end of an exceptional book. Bugatti ceased production in 1956. In 1963, Bugatti was bought by Hispano-Suiza, which renamed the company Messier-Bugatti. Twentyfour years later, Romano Artioli purchased the rights to the trademark and company and moved Bugatti to Campogalliano, near Modena.

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was back with the release of the EB 110. As innovative and evocative as its forebears, the 110 boasted a quadturbocharged V12 engine, permanent four-wheel drive and the world’s first carbon fibre chassis. Unfortunately, Romano Artioli’s vision of a new future for Bugatti failed to materialize and the company was declared bankrupt.

Volkswagen acquired the rights to the brand in 1998 and unveiled the EB 118 in October of that year. Three more design studies followed in 1999: the EB 218 four-door saloon, the EB 18.3 and, finally, the EB 18.4 This was the closest hint yet that a formidable hyper car was waiting in the wings. In 2000, the 16.4 concept arrived, based on the 18.4 and powered by a 16-cylinder, 630hp engine. It was named after the French racing driver, Pierre Veyron.

In 2016 at the Geneva Motor Show Bugatti unveiled the Chiron: The World’s first production car with 1,500 hp. The $2.7 million USD Chiron, which is named after the racing driver, Louis Chiron, can accelerate to 60 mph in 2.4 seconds, reach 261 mph in electronically-limited production form

(the car is believed to be capable of 288 mph), and is one of the fastest for the 0-248 mph run (41.96 seconds). It can consume around 60,000 liters of air a minute and its entire 100-liter fuel tank in under 10 minutes. Interestingly, the Chiron can be serviced anywhere in the world by Bugatti’s “flying doctors”—a team of professional and dedicated consultants that carry out service, maintenance or repairs on a Bugatti.

Bugatti claims their commitment comes from Ettore’s philosophy, “A technical product is only perfect when it’s aesthetically perfect too.”. Added features on the Chiron included a “topspeed” mode which requires a second key for activation, and an auto mode if you can’t choose from its five drive modes.

Bugatti remains relentless. Two years later, at the same show, Bugatti debuted a track-focused iteration of the Chiron called the Chiron Sport. For a $400,000 premium over the base Chiron, you get a car that’s 40 lbs lighter, has a stiffer suspension, a new torque vectoring system, and numerous other tweaks.

To mark their 110th anniversary the company announced their newest model, the DIVO. The Divo is an even more exclusive spinoff of Bugatti’s wild Chiron hyper car. Instead of adding power to the insane quad-turbocharged W-16 engine, Bugatti turned the focus to handling. Weighing 77 pounds less than the Chiron and boasting more downforce and a tightened chassis, the Divo is said to be quicker around a track, even if its top speed is limited to 236 mph to the Chiron’s 261. It costs a cool $5.8 million USD’s, not that it matters when you consider that all 40 limited edition units sold out on the first day the hypercar was announced.

Bugatti owes its distinctive character to a family of artists and engineers, and has always strived to offer the extraordinary, the unrivalled, the best.

The journey of Bugatti that started a century ago is yet to be complete. It is still making most astonishing cars in the world. Although the journey of the Bugatti is filled with ups and downs, the fact is that only Bugatti still manufactures the fastest car in the world.

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anctuary Lakes is being developed and built by the successful international company, Sanctuary Lakes Global Group, a company who have built home projects with great success in Australasia, China, Malaysia and the United States. In Australia alone they have built over 5,000 homes, recreational and club house, a Greg Norman designed 18-hole golf course and 60 hectare lakes on over 1,000 acre of resort development.

Michael Tan, the Chairman and founder of Sanctuary Lakes Global Group, has built tens of thousands of homes in his 40 years career worth over 1.5 billion USD’s.

Michael decided to venture his first Thailand project in Hua Hin where the company is constructing 57 homes with most surrounding beautiful lakes or with a lake view. The development land is on 40 rai with an additional 16-rai of spectacular and scenic natural lake which are the cornerstone of the development.

Home owners can enjoy walking around the lakes on the 1.4 km of strolling landscaped pathways. A further benefit is its location, just a few kilometers from the highly regarded Banyan Golf Club.

Another area where Sanctuary Lakes is interesting is in the look and feel of their homes. The majority of Hua Hin developers build houses in an “L” shape. Sanctuary Lakes has broken that mold and have come out with truly unique home designs which include skylights, chimney turbine and green atrium, something rarely seen in a Hua Hin home.

Sanctuary Lakes offers 3 home designs, all with plenty of skylights to make the homes naturally bright.

Recently they completed their latest showhome which is called “The Hummingbird”. The Hummingbird is 2 bedroom home with a convertible room which can be converted into 3rd bedroom if need be. It has 3 bathrooms, an entry foyer, large kitchen, an atrium and a large outdoor patio area encompassing the swimming pool. Internal there is 136 sq.m of living space and exterior there is 126 sq.m for a total living area of 262 sq.m all on a land plot of 500 sq.m and the home is priced very well at 9.5 million baht.

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“The Kingfisher” is a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom home offering approximately 383 square meters of living space. It features an entrance foyer leading into large open plan kitchen and living area with lake view. Making the most of Hua Hin’s wonderful climate, the Kingfisher enjoys a large outdoor dining area.

“The Sand Piper” is also a 4 bedroom, 4 bathroom home with approximately 300 square meters of living space. From the car porch you enter into a spacious courtyard from which you can then access all living areas. The master bedroom boast walk-in closets and a large outdoor covered patio area is also part of this home design.

The price range of homes at Sanctuary Lakes is from 9.5 million THB to 27.5 million THB giving them ability to offer a home to meet most home buyer’s budgets. Not content to stop there though, an additional interesting item with Sanctuary Lakes is that they are offering, for a limited time, a BONUS Honda Civic when you purchase a home from them. The Honda Civic has an approximate value of 1,000,000 THB. Sanctuary Lakes is ideally located, it is only 15 minutes from BluPort and Market Village, the 2 biggest shopping centers of Hua Hin. The world-renowned Bangkok Hospital is located just next to these 2 shopping malls. Sanctuary Lakes is second to none, it is in Harmony with Nature.

Each home will have natural lighting and ventilation, the home owners can call it "My home…My Joy".

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华欣之美

从很多方面来说，华欣是一个 离曼谷不远的地方。这是一 个安静的海滨度假小镇，距 离曼谷只有2.5到3个小时的 车程。自从查克拉邦斯王子 一次狩猎之旅首次造访华欣 以来，华欣一直受到王室的 青睐。罗摩七世建造了一座 颐和园，并将其命名为忘忧宫 （Klaikangwon）——“远 离烦恼”。作为泰国第一个海 滨度假胜地，富有的曼谷居民 在这里建造了他们的度假屋， 华欣也因此繁荣起来。现在， 华欣是一个度假的好去处，有 整片的白色沙滩，安全的游泳 地点和许多有趣的活动。 华欣不仅宁静而充满活力。华 欣提供令人惊叹的国家公园， 热闹的夜市和一个梦幻的葡 萄园，这证明了放松的活动并 不一定是无聊的！甚至去当地

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的购物中心也是一种享受。华 欣市场村于2006年开业，是 该市第一个大型购物中心。除 了乐购莲花（Tesco Lotus） 、Home Pro和主要的影城、 城市广场（Market Village） 还有一个美食广场、餐厅和大 量的店铺。在这里您可以找到 利Levi、Lee、Bata、Boots 等知名服装品牌，以及包括 多家银行分行、手机店和相 机店在内。您的孩子可以在 楼上的游戏区尽情玩乐，甚 至可以在那里每天下午提供的 课程中学习空手道或舞蹈。 每周这里都会举办一些主题 活动，从动物庄园到农历新 年，甚至还有选美和时装秀。 从这里可以到几分钟以外的 BluPort 华欣度假村购物中 心。这个50亿泰铢的购物中心 是华欣最大、最吸睛的购物中 心，它是Proud 房地产，（

洲际酒店InterContinental、 假日酒店Holiday Inn、Vana Nava Water Jungle、True Arena、Le Colonial Beach Club)和泰国最棒的购物中 心开发商The Mall Group的 合作项目。BluPort拥有超 过1000个品牌，涵盖时尚、 美容、生活方式、IT以及家 庭、朋友和孩子的娱乐。华 欣购物中心拥有H&M、优衣 库（UNIQLO）、咖啡俱乐 部（Coffee Club）和著名的 Whaley Port for kids等门 店，是华欣新的标志性购物中 心。它不仅提供购物服务，还 提供数十家可供选择的餐厅和 很棒的电影院。它的营业时 间是每天上午10点到晚上10 点。 如果您不想待在室内，您可以 去Khao Takiab海滩附近的蝉

鸣市集（Cicada Market）逛 逛。这个高档夜市是为了这 些优质的艺术品而活跃起来 的——它是一个供当地艺术家 展示和销售作品的市集，每周 都有现场娱乐活动。游客可以 挑选当地设计师的手工艺品、 绘画、素描、古董和特色工艺 品及配件。在蝉鸣市集，您会 发现在典型的泰国夜市买不到 的东西。蝉鸣市集从周五晚上 开始到周日晚上。 紧挨着蝉鸣市集的是 Tamarind夜市，对于那些饥 肠辘辘的人来说，这是一个宝 库。Tamarind夜市非常受到 游客和当地人的欢迎，从周四 晚上营业到周日晚上。 离Cicada和Tamarind只有 几分钟的路程的就是Khao Takiab村庄。这个安静的村 庄离华欣大约7公里，有一个

很棒的海滩还有很多海滩餐厅 和海滩酒吧。您还会发现在高 级酒店和公寓沿途有许多商 店和有趣的地方可以参观。在 Khao Takiab还有另外一个旅 游景点是Wat Khao Lad，它 位于一座小山上。由于所有的 猴子都居住在寺庙或附近的地 方，所以有了猴庙和山猴山的 错号。那里有一座20米高的佛 像矗立在山脚下，您有几种方 法可以到达寺庙。一种方法是 简单地爬楼梯。游客可以在攀 登过程中暂停下来欣赏风景， 在天气晴朗的时候，您甚至可 以看到在远处的Cha-Am，在 北部的另外一个城市。 如果你是一个高尔夫球爱好 者，那么您已经找到天堂了。 华欣拥有10个浩大的高尔夫 球场，其中一些最好的是黑 山（Black Mountain）和悦

榕（Banyan）。2012年以 来，每年都被《高尔夫文摘》 杂志评选为美国境外100个最 佳高尔夫球场之一。自2009 年以来，悦榕高尔夫俱乐部 （Banyan Golf Club）一直 蝉联“亚洲前三”奖项，并入 选“劳力士全球1000强”。 当地人对自己的文化遗产感到 无比自豪，这座小镇可以让眼 光独到的游客真正领略到泰国 的历史。那里有古老殖民时期 的建筑物、渔业遗产和古雅的 街道。华欣虽然是一个繁华的 度假小镇，但它作为一个渔村 的魅力并没有消失，它体现在 这里淳朴雅致的氛围中。

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Bumrungrad Health Briefs Understanding Vasectomy:

8 Facts Every Man (and Woman) Should Know Fifty million men have had a vasectomy — one of the safest, most reliable birth control methods. Despite that, vasectomy continues to inspire misunderstandings, leaving men and women wondering whether it’s the right family planning choice.

1. Vasectomy is a 20-Minute Outpatient Procedure A vasectomy prevents sperm from being released into a man’s semen. To achieve that, about one centimeter is cut from the vas deferens, the tubes sperm pass through during ejaculation. A vasectomy takes about 20 minutes using local anesthesia.

The procedure has few side effects, and the risk of complications is minimal.

2. It Doesn’t Involve Much Pain People mistakenly assume vasectomies cause a lot of pain. “Most patients describe the pain as mild, and that is usually from the anesthesia injection at the beginning,” says Dr. Charuspong. “Patients can stand up and walk normally after the procedure, and over-the-counter medication is usually enough for controlling pain.”

3. Recovery Time is Short Faster recovery is one reason most vasectomies use the No-Scalpel Vasectomy (NSV) technique. Traditional vasectomies require two small incisions; NSV uses a single small puncture on the scrotum.

4. Normal Activities Resume in a Week Most patients resume most activities within two days, though heavy lifting and excessive exercise should be avoided the first week. Most patients resume all regular activities, including sex, after a week.

5. Sexual Performance isn’t Affected Men and women wonder whether vasectomy will affect sex. Numerous studies show men with vasectomies report no changes in libido, sexual sensation and the ability to have an erection or an orgasm.

Dr. Charuspong explains: “We cut only the vas deferens. We don't touch the nerves or blood vessels. And we don't touch other structures of the testicles. You still produce semen and sperm, except now the semen won’t contain sperm.”

6. Continue to Practice Safer Sex Having a vasectomy doesn’t change your risk of sexually transmitted infections (STIs).

Continue taking precautions to protect yourself and your partner.

7. Results Aren’t Immediate Vasectomy does not make a man sterile immediately. Continue using birth control for up to three months, when your doctor will schedule a semen analysis.

8. Presume That it’s Permanent Vasectomy reversals are possible, but reversal requires microsurgery, making it much more complicated than a vasectomy.

And the success rate isn’t 100%.

Dr. Charuspong explains: “The outcome depends heavily on how much time has passed since the vasectomy. The longer you wait, the lower the success rate.” If circumstances change, other options can be considered, such as harvesting sperm for in-vitro fertilization (IVF) or artificial insemination.

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买新房还是旧房？ 上一期我跟大家谈了购买新房的 好处，这一期我将介绍买旧房的 好处。 马上入住：华欣为数不多的开发 商会建好房子，等买家上门。买 新房一般都要等待半年到一年的 时间，才会入住。而购买旧房， 签署购买合同后的一个月内就能 入住。 性价比高：买旧房一个非常吸引 人的地方是可以砍价，远比从开 发商那里买新房砍价幅度更大。 开发商一般不打折扣，因为凭他 们在业界的声誉，房子一定能卖 出去，只是一个时间问题。而卖 旧房的通常是个人，他只想把房 子尽快脱手，好去干别的。这就 是旧房有大幅度砍价空间和高性 价比的原因。 环境安静：买新房后的一个普遍 问题是，您不知道周围的建筑工 地什么时候会完工。打桩机的隆 隆声，很可能会伴随您在泳池边 度过您的假期。旧房的周边通常 已经开发完毕，绿化和美化都已 经完成，您所看到的环境和建筑 不会改变，更不会有建筑工地的 干扰。 土地面积更大：旧房的土地面积 大，这也是购买旧房的一大好 处。华欣的地价一直在上涨，这 78

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种趋势会持续下去。现在800万 泰铢左右的房子，土地面积不到 500平米。而五年前这个价格买 的房子，占地面积可达到800平 米。新的开发项目，土地价格会 更贵。开发商不得不减小每套房 屋的面积，来抵消一部分土地价 格上涨的成本。 立即享受小区的设施：虽然不是 全部、至少大多数开发商会在项 目后期再建小区设施，而不是一 开始就建起来。虽然您已经为昂 贵的公共泳池、俱乐部之家和健 身房等支付了建设费，但开发商 不等到他们赚到了足够的利润之 前是不会在这些设施上花钱的， 哪怕这些设施是吸引买主购房的 原因之一。而旧房就没有这样 的“猫腻”，一切都已经到位， 买到就可以享受。 新房的纰漏都已经修缮：建造一 套房子会使用各种各样的材料， 加上设施设备，新房总会出一些 问题。但居住几年以后的房子， 该出现的问题都出现了，也都解 决了。 离市区更近：前面提到了，华欣 的土地价格越来越贵。为了降低 成本，开发商建造的房子离市区 越来越远。原来土地价格低时建 起来的房子，靠近市区中心的商 店、医院和餐馆，尤其适合于老

年人居住。 立刻享受郁郁葱葱的热带花园： 华欣的气候适合树木花草的生 长，但一个生长茂盛的花园也需 要几年的耕种和培育。旧房会附 带赠送买主一个“礼物”，那就 是一片肥沃的花圃和修剪得体的 绿植。 向外租赁：不在华欣定居的人， 房子买下后闲置的时间比较长， 都会考虑出租。如果您的新房租 给从未见过面的人居住，舍得 吗？ 我们在这两期讨论了购买新房和 旧房的好处。究竟新房好还是旧 房好，这是一个见仁见智的问 题。我的回答是，您喜欢就好。 任何一套房子，无论新旧，都有 它的优点和缺点，没有十全十美 的。您选择房子的过程，就是理 性地取舍过程。我们建议您在看 房之前理清思路，列出必须满足 的条件和可选条件，然后按图索 骥。必须满足的条件越多，您选 择的范围越小。可选条件越多， 您的选择余地越大。一旦买下 了，就努力地去看重并放大房子 中您喜欢的优点，忘记那些不能 满足您要求的地方。这样，您才 会住得开心，享受新居，无论新 旧。

作者简介： Russ Downing 是HOT Hua Hin 杂志的总经理，兼任华欣地产奖 评审团的主席，该地产奖被誉为 泰国房地产业的奥斯 卡。Downing先生的文章曾在中 国大型杂志翻译并刊出，他推出 的豪宅被华尔街杂志的“每日一 房”栏目所选中，在北美、欧 洲、亚洲的期刊和线上登出，标 志着Downing先生在世界房地产 业的影响地位。他的电子邮箱是 russ@hothuahin.com。

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Located in the desirable north end of Hua Hin is this 6 bedroom, 5 bathroom home on a very large land plot of 2,512 square meters. Three separate buildings are contained within the property.

The main house features 3 bedrooms, all ensuite and a large open plan kitchen, dining room and lounge. A very large covered terrace provides great

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outdoor living along with an outside shower and bathroom, storage room and covered parking for two cars.

A separate building contains two large bedrooms with a Jack and Jill bathroom, a storage room and a large office that could also be a bedroom. A spacious entertaining sala overlooking the ultra large 8 X 16 meter pool contains a bar with two

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LIVING AREA: 411 M 2 LAND AREA: 2,512 M 2 BEDROOMS: 6 BATHROOMS: 5

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Hua Hin West

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10 minutes west of Hua Hin, Fully air-conditioned, Built-in Wardrobes in All Bedrooms Extended Kitchen. Covered Terrace, Large Pool with Jacuzzi.

Beds: 3 Living area: 180 m2 5,500,000 THB Baths: 2 Land area: 448 m2

Koh Takiab

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Located in the desirable area of Kho Takiab, 7 K to Hua Hin. Minutes walk to a great beach and minutes to golf by car.

Beds : 3 Living area : 140 m2 6,500,000 THB Baths : 2 Land area : 400 m2

Hua Hin West

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10 minutes West of Hua Hin in completed development. Asian style, quality built, swimming pool, private Beds: 3 Land area: 181 m2 7,500,000 THB Baths: 2 Living area: 504 m2

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Hua Hin West

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

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Hua Hin West

Living area: 105 m2

7,250,000 THB

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10 Minutes West of Hua Hin Center, Fully finished Development., Fully Furnished, Covered Terrace, Pool, Euro kitchen.

Beds: 3 Living area: 230 m2 7,950,000 THB Baths: 4 Land area: 600 m2

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Hua Hin Center

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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

Beds: 3 Baths: 3

8,000,000 THB

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Hua Hin West

Living area: 135 m2 Land area: 350 m2

Black Mountain

Living area : 150 m2 Land area : 450 m2

8,700,000 THB

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15 Minutes West of Hua Hin Center, 2 Bedrooms in Main House, 1 Bedroom Guest Villa, Large covered Terrace, Large Pool, Euro Kitchen Beds: 3 Land area: 1,100 m2 9,500,000 THB Baths: 3 Living area: 190 m2

10 Minutes from Hua Hin Center, Completed Development, Sala, Covered Terrace, Pool, Euro Kitchen

Hua Hin South

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10 Minutes SW of Hua Hin Center, Guest House, Fully Furnished Large covered Terrace, 4 X 12 Pool, Euro Kitchen Beds: 4 Living area: 340 m2 Baths: 4 Land area: 1,000 m2

10,950,000 THB

Beds: 3 Baths: 2

Living area: 250 m2 Land area: 609 m2

9,750,000 THB

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15 Minutes from Hua Hin Center, Less than 1km from golf course, Large covered terrace, Latest energy saving technology Beds: 3 Baths: 4

Land area: 900 m2 Living area: 280 m2

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11,790,000 THB

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Hua Hin West

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10 km from Town center and near many shops and restaurants. Features a Euro Kitchen, air-con throughout, a pool, sala, garden, & Covered Carport.

Beds: 3 Living area: 300 m2 12,000,000 THB Baths: 3 Land area: 524 m2

Hua Hin South

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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

14,500,000 THB

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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Hua Hin South

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5 Minutes South of Hua Hin Center, Desirable development, Fully Furnished, Large covered Terrace, Pool, Euro Kitchen Beds: 3 Baths: 4

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

Hua Hin West

16,000,000 THB

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Located mere minutes from the Black Mountain Golf Course, rated one of Hua Hin’s very best, is this large 3 story pool villa in a modern design.

Beds: 4 Living area: 300 m2 19,950,000 THB Baths: 4 Land area: 800 m2

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Hua Hin Center

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Large Home in Multi Award Winning Development This brand new beautifully designed and solidly build luxury villa is located 3 kilometers from Hua Hin’s 5 billion baht BluPort Shopping Mall and just a few minutes more into the center of town. Ensconced in the Falcon Hill Development, winner of the 2017 & 2018 Best Development in Hua Hin Award by the Thailand Property Awards, this property is perfect for full time living or for the ultimate of

Beds: 5

Baths: 5

Living area: 371 m2

holidays in Hua Hin. The property features a main house, two en-suite guest houses and an outdoor entertainment, BBQ & Bar pavilion. The main house contains 3 bedrooms and two bathrooms. Direct access from the lounge to the 56 square meter covered terrace is perfect for indoor / outdoor living and leads to the 5 X 14 meter swimming pool.

Guest house 2 is also en-suite and benefits from its own pantry kitchen, entertainment space and covered terrace. An additional outdoor pavilion features a BBQ and bar area. You will also find an outdoor shower, bathroom and a covered car park for two cars with storage. This home is being offered fully furnished.

Guest house 1 is en-suite with a walk-in closet.

Land area: 908 m2

23,800,000 THB 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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