Hua Hin Today August 2011

Hua Hin Today Volume 8 issue 10 August 2011

Happy Birthday to HerMajestyQueenSirikit

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Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, a loyal resident of Hua Hin celebrates her Birthday on August the 12th.

Born M.R. Sirikit Kitiyakara in 1932, Her Majesty the Queen has captured the hearts of the Thai people through her devotion to improving the welfare and well-being of her subjects. The Queen is perhaps best known for her efforts in reviving many of Thailand’s folk arts and crafts. Her Majesty’s SUPPORT Foundation (Foundation for the Promotion of Supplementary Occupations and Related Techniques) has expanded progressively since its establishment in 1976.

The entire team of Hua Hin Today and Cha Am Today wishes Her Majesty a long and healthy life!

More about Queen Sirikit inside Hua Hin Today

Volume 8 Issue 10 August 2011

Hua Hin Regatta 2011 20th – 28th August 2011

This year’s Regatta will also be organised as part of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej’s seventh-cycle birthday celebrations.

This twelfth Hua Hin Regatta, organised by the Yacht Racing Association of Thailand in conjunction with the Royal Thai Navy and the TAT. .....more on page 6

Elephant Polo Anantara Moves Elephant Polo Back To Hua Hin

The Elephant Polo will be moving back to where it all started – in Hua Hin! After a three year stint in Chiang Rai, the highly popular King’s Cup Elephant Polo Tournament is celebrating its tenth anniversary and will be moving back to where it all started - to the royal seaside town of Hua Hin. The event will take place from September 4 to September 11 and promises to have nail-biting action both on and off field …..read more inside.

Tennis Tournament at The Evason The Evason, Six senses Resort on the Pranburi Coast will hold a doubles Tennis Tournament for local residents ....read more on page 38.

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EDITORIAL FOREWORD

erry´s birthday fell almost together with that of some of his neighbours.

A suckling pig needed to be ordered. Well going to Cha Am on the feeder road there are several places which make suckling pigs, BBQ´ ed and all, your pig is delivered to the house together with a finishing off charcoal grill and a carver for about Baht 2500 depending in the piggy´s weight. 15 guests struggled to finish the food off (food from Mr. Mon Soi 112) Great stuff. See we have it all in Hua Hin. So our phones can be hacked.

Good to know, just imagine your wife sends you an SMS and “they” answer for you “sorry babe, need to see my Gig”…ain´t that destructive? She may have you shot whilst you are buying her flowers. These guys have been practicing this for years and badly hurting innocent people with it. So it is all possible. I thought our mobile phone system was pretty tight and unhackable, but then, again, I was wrong. Poor Murdochs..they had no clue. However….Looks like some levels under them thought differently.

Hua Hin Today will be supplying bicycles to the municipality which will be complimentary. There will be stations at

which you can get a bike and drop it again after using it. Should keep us in shape and at the same time contribute towards environmental stability.

The owner and Chef of Bella Mia in Soi 94, Khun Peter ran out of petrol with his bike at 3 in the morning. As he stopped, some of our faithful authorities pulled up next to him and after checking his status, pushed him with their motor bike to the nearest gas station.

Now that is what I call service, consideration and Thai way!

An education survey revealed that, according to a research team of the Guardian and BBc in the UK, the best educational system is that of Finnland, followed closely by South Korea, Canada , New Zealand, Japan and the Netherlands, with the USA, Germany, France and UK trailing in 14th,16th,18th and 20th place. Our local system was not mentioned. Mexico was 32th. I wonder who made the original Margaritas and Mojitos, Burritos and Tacos? Aren´t they brilliant what else should we learn in school?

Petrol is up to over 40 Baht in Hua Hin now.

In Luxemburg, petrol is 53 Baht (lowest in Europe). Will we be on that level soon? How

A WOMAN’S 12 August 2011 POEM:

Happy Thai Mother’s Day

can single merchants with a pick up afford this? Hybrids is the solution, Hydrogen the alternative ! Car producers will not change engine concepts that easily. There is a chain of suppliers who would suffer extremely.

Of course not until we have drained the oils sources. ¬The oil company BP said that we’ve got plenty of oil left. In the report, the company said that the world has as many as 1,238 billion barrels of oil in proved reserves.

This equals about 40 years of uninterrupted oil supply. However some scientists say that we still have oil supplies for the next 1500 years. The USA alone uses 25% of all the oil pumped although their population is only 300 million. It seems the US have endless oil reserves but this is never mentioned.

Car engines use about 30% of the potential energy in a liter of fuel, the rest is lost in heat. Diesel engines are a bit more fuel efficient. In a Hybrid, the petrol or diesel engine drives a generator which loads the batteries (1 alternative). When the batteries are full and less power is required, the petrol engine either is turned off automatically or runs on idling speed until needed again.

In the following editions we will report on

street hawkers, popular, cheap and safe food carts found all around Hua Hin. We will also look at small shops, bargains and much more.

Yours truly GMoss

The Revenue Department would like to invite entrepreneurs in Hua Hin and Cha-Am to a dinner and conversation with the Director-General of the Revenue Department at Suanson Golf Club (Sport Center 2) meeting room on Friday 26, August 2011 from 17.00-21.00. During the dinner and conversation, the Director-General will talk about tax policy for foreign enterprises, and legal officers will enrich our tax knowledge in general.

Hopefully, you can participate in the dinner and conversation with us.

Please confirm your attendance by fax to Prachuapkhirikhan Area Revenue Office 032- 611955 or send e-mail to nuannoi.sr@rd.go.th by 12 August 2011

Super Mom

One who’s handsome, smart and strong.

One who loves to listen long, One who thinks before he speaks,

And when I spend, won’t be annoyed.

Pull out my chair and hold my hand.

Massage my feet and help me stand.

Oh send a king to make me queen.

A man who loves to cook and clean.

I pray this man will love no other.

And relish visits with my mother.

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I pray he’s rich and self-employed,

We offer at least 10 different kinds of curries from North to South with rice noodles, yellow noodles or spaghetti. Famous Kao Soi from Chiang Mai and other goodies are served at Thai local prices.

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Before I lay me down to sleep, I pray for a man who’s not a creep,

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Mom, you’re a wonderful mother, So gentle, yet so strong.

The many ways you show you care Always make me feel I belong.

You’re patient when I’m foolish; You give guidance when I ask; It seems you can do most anything; You’re the master of every task.

You’re a dependable source of comfort; You’re my cushion when I fall.

You help in times of trouble; You support me whenever I call.

I love you more than you know; You have my total respect.

If I had my choice of mothers, You’d be the one I’d select!

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Her Majesty Queen Sirikit - Short Biography

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er Majesty Queen Sirikit is the daughter of His Highness Prince Chandaburi Suranath (Mom Chao Nakkhatra Mangkala Kitiyakara) and Mom Luang Bua Kitiyakara (nee Mom Luang Bua Snidwongse).

She was born on August 12, 1932. She attended kindergarten class at Rajini School, but subsequently went to St. Francis Xavier convent school at Samsen District in Bangkok.

Her father later on became Thai Minister to France, then to Denmark and, ultimately, Ambassador to the Court of St. James in England. Her Majesty accompanied him and continued her general education in the three countries and lastly in Switzerland.

It was while her father was stationed in Paris that she first met His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej, who was then studying in Switzerland but went now and then to Paris. The chance meeting in Paris ripened into friendship and understanding. When His Majesty met with a very serious motor accident in Geneva, Switzerland, and had to stay in a hospital at Lausanne, Her Majesty was a frequent visitor. When His Majesty was well again and left the hospital, he was graciously pleased to arrange for Her Majesty to continue her studies at Riante Rive, a boarding school in Lausanne. On July 19, 1949, Their Majesties were quietly engaged in Lausanne. On March 24, 1950, Their Majesties landed in Bangkok by ship after a long absence. On April 28 of the same year, the royal wedding took place at

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Pathumwan Palace. The couple has 4 children, consisting of 3 daughters and a son, namely: Princess Ubol Ratana, born on April 5, 1951, in Lausanne, Switzerland Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn, born on July 28, 1952 Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn, born on April 2, 1955 Princess Chulabhorn, born on July 4, 1957 Both alongside His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej and by herself, Her Majesty Queen Sirikit has journeyed to almost every corner of the Kingdom of Thailand to not only observe her people’s living condition but to also listen to their problems and give them needed advice, solutions and encouragement. With pure love and great compassion a mother would have for her children, Her Majesty deems all Thai citizens’ happiness and suffering as her own.

On every visit to a local community of Her Majesty the Queen, the sight of a large crowd of residents, sitting on the ground and awaiting her arrival with uncontainable joy and pounding hearts, is common. Her Majesty always greets the people with warmth and humbly sits down on the same level to closely converse with them. She is so deeply determined to hear the locals’ troubles in order to develop a sound understanding and to be able to provide them with the most effective solutions. It is said that Her Majesty sometimes spends long hours on her duty without a trace of tiredness but only a gentle smile on her face.

Her Majesty Queen Sirikit has invested much of her labor, intelligence and personal funds towards the goal to offer the impoverished citizens the accessibility to education and vocational training,which she sees will help create income for them in a sustainable manner and lead to higher living standard in the long run. Through hundreds of her royal initiative projects, Her Majesty has ensured that the young have enough food to eat, that the sick receive proper medical attention, that the elderly are cared for, and that the poor can stand on their own feet.

Her Majesty Queen Sirikit is praised as “Environmentalist Queen” due to her

innumerable contributions to environmental conservation in line with initiatives of His Majesty the King. Up to the present time, Their Majesties the King and Queen have paid frequent visits to remote areas across the nation. Upon her visits, Her Majesty has noticed the deterioration of nature and ecosystem along the rivers caused by deforestation. This environmental condition has led to natural disasters such has drought, climate change, flooding, dying agricultural crops, barren lands, and extinction of wild animals and plants. Her Majesty remarked that the environmental problems found along the rivers needed to be urgently resolved to prevent them from spreading to other areas.

According to Her Majesty the Queen, people who ignore the environmental problems worsen the situation. Their lack of cooperation

significantly obstructs the Government’s efforts to put an end to deforestation and natural resource exploitation. Her Majesty cited the problem of mobile plantations in the northern region which has destroyed agricultural lands. She stated that the matter needed to be tackled seriously, starting with informing the public of the consequences of mobile plantations. Her Majesty assists them by providing jobs which can earn them sustainable incomes. Her Majesty bases her projects for the less-fortunate people on His Majesty the King’s projects such as the construction of reservoirs for water storage for consumption and cultivation during the dry season.

Her Majesty once said she felt proud of Thailand’s wildlife and natural resources and stressed that it was necessary for the nation to utilize nature resources wisely and preserve them for the younger generations. As a widely-recognized environment conserver, Her Majesty realizes the relationship and coexistence between humans and nature and uses her intellect in tackling environmental problems in a sustainable manner. Outstanding projects on environmental conservation under her royal patronage include “Forest Loves Water,” “Little House in Big Forest,” and “Forest Development.” These projects have the same objective to raise environmental awareness among people for cooperation in preserving the nation’s forests, plants, and wildlife.

Jazz and Automobile Festival in Hua Hin this Winter เทศบาลเมืองหัวหินเตรียมจัดงาน

by Chamnan

he Hua Hin Municipality joined hands with the Prachuab Khirikhan Police Commanding Division, the Hua Hin Municipal Council and the OPT Motorsport Co. Ltd. to launch a Jazz music festival and Automobile show in Hua Hin this upcoming cold season.

The one of a kind event will take place from the 3rd to the 5th of December this year. According to the Deputy Mayor of Hua Hin, Khun Suvit.

It provides inspiring and exciting entertainments of European and American standards with a lot of big Jazz bands and Orchestras performing together with the Motor show. A big exhibition on His Majesty’s the King initiative will be organized there as well to celebrate his 84th birthday anniversary.

One of the highlights is a parade of six ‘Formula One’ cars on the Petchakasem Road. All of the cars belong to Mr. Chalerm Yuwitthaya from the Red Bull Company. Both Thai and foreign visitors will have a chance to admire the beautiful cars the same as on Rajadamnern Avenue in Bangkok. Music lovers can indulge in Jazz music on stage with large monitors there and

along intersections in Hua Hin and other tourist attractions in town. They can sit on a big stand to enjoy the open air musical performance, too. “So far, this event will be the biggest national event in Hua Hin because its investment is nearly ten million Baht. It’ll be broadcasted worldwide to promote tourism in Hua Hin and Thailand during the upcoming new year,” said Mr. Suwit. “We expect over 100,000 visitors for the festival.”

Mr. Suwit added that the venue for this event was still a problem as the town center had to be used for the stage of performance and exhibition.

Besides, some of the roads on Petchakasem would have to be closed for the car parade.

The Hua Hin Municipality and the Prachuab Khirikhan Police Commanding Division have already asked the OPT to consider how much space is needed for the event. Now, the area at the Intercontinental Hotel adjacent to Petchkasem Road, the Centennial Park in Hua Hin, the Somdej Phra Suriyothai military base and the Hua Hin International Airport are provided for the event. Any other areas may be used more events unless traffic in the city is affected.

Turning Plastic Waste

ดนตรี–ยานยนต์ โชว์ปลายปีฤดูหนาว

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บาลเมืองหัวหิน กองบังคับการต�ำรวจภูธร ประจวบฯ สภ.หัวหิน และบริษทั โอพีท.ี มอเตอร์สปอร์ต เตรียมจัดงานดนตรีแจ๊สเคล้า แสง สี เสียง ยานยนต์ พร้อมกับน�ำเอารถ “ฟอร์มลู า่ วัน” เรด บูล (กระทิงแดง) วิง่ โชว์ในถนนเขตเมืองหัวหิน หวังผล ดึงนักท่องเทีย่ วเข้าร่วมชมกิจกรรม จากการเปิดเผยของ นายสุวทิ ย์ เหรียญรุง่ เรือง รองนายกเทศมนตรีเมือง หัวหิน จ.ประจวบฯ ว่าได้รว่ มประชุมกับ พล.ต.ต.วิเชียร ตันตะวิรยิ ะ ผบก.จ.ประจวบฯ พ.ต.อ.ด�ำรงศักดิ์ ทอง งามตระกูล ผกก.สภ.หัวหิน และทางบริษทั โอพีท.ี มอเตอร์ สปอร์ต จ�ำกัด ในช่วงของวันที่ 3 – 5 ธันวาคม 2554 ทีเ่ มืองหัวหินจะมีการจัดกิจกรรมทางด้านความ บันเทิงทีต่ นื่ ตาและเร้าใจ โดยจะให้มวี งดนตรีแจ๊ส – ออ เคสตร้าวงใหญ่มาบรรเลงเพลงต่างๆ ประกอบภาพ การ

ขับเคลือ่ นของรถยนต์ พร้อมกับภาพพระราชกรณียกิจ ต่างๆ ของ พระบาทสมเด็จพระเจ้าอยูห่ วั ไฮไลท์ ของ งานดังกล่าวนัน้ ทาง “เรด บูล” (กระทิงแดง) ของทาง คุณเฉลิม อยูว่ ทิ ยา ก็จะน�ำเอา “ฟอร์มลู า่ วัน” จ�ำนวน 6 คัน วิง่ โชว์บนถนนเพชรเกษมเขตเมืองหัวหินเพือ่ ให้นก ท่องเที่ยวทั้งชาวไทยและชาวต่างชาติได้ยืนชมกันสอง ฟากฝัง่ ถนนเหมือนกับทีถ่ นนราชด�ำเนิน กรุงเทพฯ และต่างประเทศซึง่ จะท�ำให้ผคู้ นตืน่ ตาตืน่ ใจเป็นอย่างยิง่ และนอกจากนีภ้ ายในงานก็ยงั มีทนี่ งั่ อัฒจรรย์ให้ผคู้ นได้ เข้าชมในงานนิทรรศการ เข้าฟังดนตรีพร้อมกับจะมีการ ติดตัง้ จอมอนิเตอร์ขนาดใหญ่เพือ่ ถ่ายทอดกิจกรรมจาก สนามที่จัดโดยจอมอนิเตอร์นี้ก็จะมีอยู่ตามสี่แยกและ จุดส�ำคัญภายในเขตเมืองหัวหินเพื่อให้ผู้คนที่เดินผ่าน ไปมาได้ชมกัน

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into Crude Oil InterestsbyPTT Elephant Polo Back To Hua Hin Chamnan Staff of Petroleum Authority of Thailand (PTT) Public Company has recently visited Hua Hin to study processes of recycling plastic waste to fuel.

Led by Mr. Chitsanucha Thonawanik, the project manager on environmental support from the PTT, the visiting group went to a waste area in Khao Laeng and learnt that the 1 or 2 ton plastic waste was effectively processed into crude oil daily thanks to hightechnology machines and professional staff there.

The PTT was highly impressed by this activity because it contributes to protecting the environment. Moreover, the processed plastic waste can be fermented into natural gas or produced further into fertilizer.

The project of turning plastic waste into crude oil was initiated by the executives of Hua Hin Municipality with cooperation of local administrative offices in Prachuab Khirikhan.

Most budgets are from the government whilst supervision belongs to a private company.

This makes the work efficient and successful to a certain extend.

The Mayor of Hua Hin said that the crude oil from plastic waste produced in Hua Hin is regularly sent to the Bang Jak Refinery which secures the crude oil price at 18 baht a liter. So far, over 10,000 liters of crude oil from plastic waste have been provided to Bang Jak. Regardless of the production cost being high, this project will continue because it is a non profit-oriented but environmentallyconcerned organisation.

“Municipal areas throughout Thailand that are facing too much waste problems can follow this project. The PTT realizes how important environmental conservation is to Thailand and the world, so we’re willing to support any creative project like this at municipals in Thailand,” concluded Mr. Chitsanucha.

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ith a three thousand seat stadium being built and entrance to watch the games free of charge, this year’s event promises to be the biggest ever.

New editions such as the Chang Noi Children’s Day, an opening parade with army brass bands, Thailand’s last elephant spirit men, and traditional dancers will entertain the crowds. To celebrate a different perspective, a worldwide search for a ‘Roving Elephant Reporter’ aged between 7 – 15 years old has also been launched.

The winner of Anantara’s hunt for a ‘Roving Elephant Reporter’ will become a star of the elephant polo circuit, delivering international coverage of the captivating games from a VIP pitch-side seat.

Lastly, fifteen celebrities have also been invited to paint and decorate an elephant replica which will be auctioned off for charity at the final gala dinner.

The event will also see a number of teams go trunk to trunk to win the coveted King’s Cup trophy. The tournament was introduced to Thailand in 2001 by Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas and is a charitable event that raises money for the benefit of all Thailand’s elephants. To date the tournament has raised over US$300,000 primarily for the National Elephant Institute.

For more information on King’s Cup Elephant Polo, please visit www.anantaraelephant polo.com Anantara Hua Hin Resort & Spa is a distinctive Thai village-style resort located on the sunrise coast of the Gulf of Thailand. Hidden amidst 14 acres of luxuriantly landscaped mature gardens and lagoon pools, the picturesque resort enjoys a beachfront location at the quiet end of Thailand’s historic royal seaside town. For more information please visit www. anantara.com.

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Yachtsmen set sail for The Dusit Thani Hua Hin and the Hua Hin Regatta 2011

he long stretches of sandy beach that shelve out into the tropical waters of the Gulf of Thailand are among the highlights of Cha-am and Hua Hin,. The twinned resorts are ideal, both for bathers to safely frolic close to shore and for sailors to do what comes naturally in the offshore breezes fanning the ocean waves.

Given the presence of four royal summer palaces nearby and His Majesty the King’s keen interest in the sport of yachting, Hua Hin is considered the traditional home for the kingdom’s sailing community. Dusit Thani Hua Hin has played host to an annual sailing jamboree, the Hua Hin Regatta, since the event’s inception in 2001.

This year’s Regatta will also be organised as part of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej’s seventh-cycle birthday celebrations. Dusit Thani Hua Hin had double cause for delight when the resortwas chosen by the Yacht Racing Association of Thailand (YRAT) as the host hotel and venue for the Hua Hin Regatta 2011, which will be held on 20- 28 August in full view of the hotel. In announcing the selection, Admiral Khamthorn Pumhiran, President of the Yacht Racing Association of Thailand and Commander in Chief of the Royal Thai Navy, observed that the choice of venue coincides with the 20th anniversary of the last occasion that His Majesty the King sailed with the Royal Thai Navy, as a most distinguished guest of Dusit Thani Hua Hin, during our first year of operation back in 1991.

This twelfth Hua Hin Regatta, organised by the Yacht Racing Association of Thailand in conjunction with the Royal Thai Navy, the Tourism Authority of Thailand, the District Authority of Cha-am and the Provincial Authority of Petchburi, will see sailors competing for several coveted Royal Trophies, including The King’s Cup for the Royal Vega Rudder Classes; The King’s Cup for the Super Mod National Championship; The Princess’ Cup from the late HRH Princess Galyani Vadhana for the Optimist Championship; and The Queen’s Cup for the OK Dinghy National Championship – a boat in which His Majesty the King sailed single-handedly across the Gulf of Thailand –

and a class in which His Majesty the King was a gold-medal winner at the 1967 regional South-east Asian Games.

The Thai yachting and marine sector accelerated midway through the last decade when the Royal Thai Government decided to remove the crippling 240 percent tax and excise duty on the marine sector. King Bhumibol Adulyadej’s ongoing support of yacht racing has also been a major catalyst in the development and emergence of world-class Thai sailors in recent years.

Hopefully the barometer will be set to ‘fair’ and the sun will shine on sailors and spectators as upwards of 225 yachts from 22 countries are expected to set sail for the resort in the Regatta. The resort invites guests to witness this spectacle and for further information, contact the reception staff or the Yacht Racing Association of Thailand via e-mail, sail@yrat.or.th or call Royal Thai Navy base in Bangkok, 02-466-6687.

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Hua Hin International Triathlon 2011

by Supansa

The Hua Hin International Triathlon 2011 is taking place on Sunday, 28 August at the Suan Son Pradipath beach.

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หัวหินไตรกีฬา นานาชาติ 2011

เทศบาลเมืองหัวหิน ร่วมกับชมรมจักรยานวังไกล กังวลหัวหิน บริษทั สปอร์ตไบค์ซเิ คิล จ�ำกัด ประชุม เตรียมความพร้อมการแข่งขัน “หัวหินไตรกีฬานานา ชาติ 2011’’ ชิงถ้วยพระราชทานสมเด็จพระนางเจ้า สิรกิ ติ ต์พระบรมราชินนี ารถ วันอาทิตย์ที่ 28 สิงหา คม 2554 ณ ชายหาดสวนสนประดิพทั ธ์

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rganized by the Hua Hin Municipality, with cooperation of the Klai Kangwon Royal Palace Bike Club and the Sport Bicycle Co. Ltd., this event has taken place for the third time already. Focusing on three types of health-boosting sport, namely running, swimming and biking, this time is a special occasion as it honors Queen Sirikij and celebrate her birthday anniversary on 12 August.

The Deputy Mayor of Hua Hin Mr. Suwit Rienrungreung said that the Hua Hin International Triathlon 2011 had already welcomed over 1,500 tri-athletes from Thailand and other 15 countries worldwide. Competition will be divided into 2 major types: biathlon and triathlon.

Every athlete will receive a trophy, souvenir medal and T-shirt upon registration. Winners from each category will be awarded Her Majesty’s trophy.

Those who would like to participate in the game or witness the competition can apply for it on-line or ask for more information at the website: www.huahintriathlon.com.

นายสุวทิ ย์ เหรียญรุง่ เรือง รองนายกเทศมนตรีเมือง หัวหิน เปิดเผยว่าส�ำนักงานเทศบาลร่วมกับ ชมรมจักรยาน วังไกลกังวลเตรียมความพร้อมจัดการแข่งขัน”หัวหินไตรกีฬา นานาชาติ 2011” ชิงถ้วยพระราชทานสมเด็จพระนางเจ้า สิรกิ ติ ต์พระบรมราชินนี ารถ ซึง่ จะจัดขึน้ ในวันอาทิตย์ที่ 28 สิงหาคม 2554 ณ ชายหาดสวนสน ประดิพทั ธ์ อ�ำเภอหัวหิน

ส�ำหรับการแข่งขัน “หัวหินไตรกีฬานานาชาติ2011” ในปีนจี้ ดั ขึน้ เป็นครัง้ ที่ 3 แล้ว โดยเล็งเห็นความส�ำคัญในด้าน การกีฬาโดยเฉพาะไตรกีฬาซึง่ เป็นการแข่งขันกีฬาถึง 3 ประเภท คือ วิง่ ว่ายน�ำ้ และปัน่ จักรยาน นับได้วา่ ผูท้ จี่ ะลงแข่งขันจะต้อง มีรา่ งกายทีส่ มบูรณ์และแข็งแรงมากทีส่ ำ� คัญการแข็งขันในครัง้ นี้ ยังเป็นการเทิดพระเกียรติสมเด็จพระนางเจ้าพระบรมราชินนี าถ ในวันที่ 12 สิงหาคม 2554 นีแ้ ละยังเป็นการประชาสัมพันธ์ให้ นักท่องเทีย่ วได้รจู้ กั เมืองหัวหินมากยิง่ ขึน้ และปีนคี้ าดว่าจะมีนกั ไตรกีฬาทัง้ ชาวไทยและชาวต่างประเทศเข้าร่วมกว่า 15ประเทศ จ�ำนวนกว่า 1,500 คนเข้าร่วมแข่งขัน และประเภทของการ แข่งขันจัดแบ่งเป็น 2 ประเภท คือ ไตรกีฬา และทวิกฬี า ส่วนใน เรือ่ งของรางวัล นักกีฬาทีช่ นะเลิสการแข่งขันไตรกีฬาจะได้รบั ถ้วยพระราชทานสมเด็จพระนางเจ้าสิรกิ ติ พื ระบรมราชินนี าถ มี ถ้วยรางวัลส�ำหรับนัก

Häfele Co., Ltd., the world’s leading hardware dealer and home furniture exporter from Germany, has recently established its store in Hua Hin. The opening ceremony on 8 July was attended by the managing director of Häfele Mr. Folker Helstern, the Mayor of Hua Hin Mr. Jira Pongpaiboon and the superintendent of Hua Hin Police Office Pol. Col. Damrongsak Thong-ngarmtrakul.

The store offers 5 main items most needed by owners of guesthouses, condos, hotels and resorts: bathroom furniture (bathtubs, showers and taps), kitchen utensils (microwaves, ovens, refrigerators and sinks), bedroom furniture, office accessories and various types of keys.

All products are imported from many European countries, such as Germany and Italy to ensure the international standard. So, it is ideal for homeowners and entrepreneurs alike.

Customers can buy products at the store themselves. A large number of products can also be done quickly by the store upon receiving customers’ order. Häfele Hua Hin is close to the area where the Dao Duang Mai gas station was located.

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a diner meeting hosted by George Mastronikolis, on the 12th of July and attended by an illustrious group of the Hua Hin municipality, the Mayor of Hua Hin, Khun Jira Pongphaiboon, the Deputy Mayors mr. Suvit Rianrungruang and Pol.Col. Damrongsak Thong-ngarmtrakul, the chief of Hua Hin police force, the President of The Prachuab Chamber of Commerce Khun Sura-at Narongrit and Deputy Assistant District Officer mr. Jirawat Prammanee,the owner of Hua Hin Today presented it´s contribution to the Hua Hin Environment authorities. Further guests were Mr. Lars Castenlund, developer of Black Lotus. GreenScape and The Park represented by Khun George Mastronikolis. The Norwegian R eal Estate Agent, Mr. Morten Sveistrup and Khun Noi Wannaphaiboon the Editor of Hua Hin Today The nature of the meeting it was to exchange ideas and discuss possibilities of closer co-operation between foreigners that live or work here and the local authorities.

Khun George expressed his worries about the massive growth of Hua Hin and the environmental problems that come with it, together with other issues such as road conditions and infrastructure, in special in areas where many foreigners live and prestigious developments exists. He mentioned that these areas highlight Hua Hin as an alternative residential and investment destination for upper class Expats, the rising traffic and parking problems etc.

The issues of problems with reference to the condition of the roads in various places of Hua Hin, the Mayor confirmed that he and his team very well understand the problems and are trying to solve them, but also he mentioned that there is a limited budget in the municipality that makes it difficult to solve all the problems. Khun George raised the idea of a forum between foreigners and the authorities to help solve the problems.

He specifically mentioned the area in which he built his first projects in Hua Hin soi 114 and soi 116 and mentioned that this has become an increasing Foreign Residents area, with more than 200 farang house owners living there. He also believes if all these foreigners can be informed properly by the authorities for the problems, he is sure they can help and can donate money to solve the problems together. He believes that the communication between the parties and not the money is the real problem.

The authorities have welcomed the idea and both parties decided to work together to build up a committee with foreigners and Thai authorities which can work together and try to find solutions for all these problems.

Members of this association can be any foreigner that lives in the area more than 3 months a year.

Hua Hin Today will work as a mediator between the authorities and the people.

The Deputy mayor Khun Suvit Rianrungruang informed the participants in this meeting about the extension of the road in Soi 112 which will be completed by year 2012. From Petchkasem road all the way to the By Pass Highway, there will be a four lane road connection. The same as the present first kilometer at the entrance of Soi 112. The necessary budgets have already been approved.

To not keep all these efforts only in words but also make it happen, Hua Hin Today presented it´s contribution to the Hua Hin Environment.

To indorse his commitment to the environment Khun George as developer of GreenScape Hua Hin wants to create environmental awareness among Hua Hin citizens and Tourists. Hua Hin Today is offering 100 mountain bicycles to the municipality which will be placed in strategic areas in the city where locals and foreigners alike can use them complimentary to ride around the city or use them for as alternative transportation in the city.

After the request of Pol.Col. Damrongsak ThongNgarmtrakul, 14 mountain bicycles will be donated to the police, to patrol the city.

Following by Mayor of Hua Hin, Khun Jira Pongphaiboon request, 30 children’s bicycles will be donated to the local municipality to be distributed in local schools. These bicycles can be used by children in an effort to create an environmental awareness amongst them. The donations were well appreciated by the Authorities.

The bicycles will be delivered by the end of September this year.

Hua Hin Today has also committed to try to build a strong and healthy community of local foreigners and will offer them various incentives and facilities like: • Free newspaper delivery to the houses of all *registered house owners or residents in Hua Hin area every month • Direct access to the authorities and their forum by making Email Addresses available for all the important government departments so that everybody can send emails in the English language direct to these departments.

• Free web addresses of all local clubs, like Tennis Club, Golf, Bridge club among others. The clubs will have the opportunity to post all their programs to members but most importantly, to find new members.

• The clubs will operate completely individual.

Hua Hin Today also will work to achieve for its members the following • Free registration in the classifieds (www.huahintoday. com) • Hua Hin Today will approach local Hotels, Golf courses, Spa, Restaurants, Bars, Shops, and discus the possibilities of promotional discounts and services to all foreign residents • A free Hua Hin Today card will be issued for all the registered members to present upon use.

• Hua Hin Today will only operate as initiator of these ideas • Free registration to our Hua Hin Today community • Hua Hin Today also is open to new ideas and activities that can come for all residents *A free house delivered copy of Hua Hin Today monthly Newspaper and Food Lovers for all members, Application form can be downloadable from our website www. huahintoday.com

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People

Get to know the Officials

The Superintendent of Police of Hua Hin

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New Faces in Town

Dr. Nathita Pornniwes

Dr. Pronniwes moved to Hua Hin with her parents when she was 2 years old. She went to primary school in Hua Hin and did her secondary in the capital. Furthermore Dr. Nathita studied medicine in Bangkok and did her internship and practical at the Rajavithi Hospital in Bangkok. Shebelongs to a young generation of doctors who inform patients comprehensively about their illness.

Dr. Nathita´s medical goal is becoming a spec ialist surgeon in Head and Throat Surgery which includes , Thiroid, Vocal Cords and throat diseases.

It is refreshing to have young and eager doctors in Hua Hin. Especially since the number of patients going to BKK hospital is on the rise. Dr. Nathita wishes for her hospital to increase specialization in particular branches of the hospital.

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ol. Col. Damrongsak Thong-ngarmtrakul, the superintendent, Chief of the Hua Hin Municipal Police force, was born on the 9th of August B.E. 2508 (1965). A high school student from the Hua Hin Municipal School in 1983, Pol. Col. Damrongsak received a B.A. in laws from the Sukhothai Thammathirat University in 1989. In 2007, he graduated a M.A. in public administration from Suan Dusit Rajabhat University.

Pol. Col. Damrongsak, also known as Khun Dam began his career as an administrative sub-inspector at the local police office in Pattaya, Cholburi, during 1991 until 1993. Then, he worked as an investigative sub-inspector and a police investigator (Commission 2) at the local police office in Pattaya from 1993 to 2000. During 2005 until 2007, Pol. Col. Damrongsak worked at the Hua Hin Police Office as a police investigator (Commission 2). Then, he moved to the Pak Nam Pran Police Office in Pranburi district, Prachuabkhirikhan, to work as a chief inspector in 2007. After working at the Baan Nong Phlab Police Office from 2008 to 2010, Pol. Col. Damrongsak came back to work as the superintendent of the Hua Hin Police Office, the position he is taking currently.

A professional and experienced police officer, Pol. Col. Damrongsak has been awarded several honorable plaques and certificates that recognize his continuous hard work.

Message of Khun Dam to Hua Hin Foreign residents:

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he Hua Hin Municipal Police would like to create a dialogue with Hua Hin permanent residents in order to come closer to understand each other and “closing” or “ bridging” the cultural gap.

meeting with representatives of international Hua Hin residents , meaning representatives of the various countries for an exchange of ideas and suggestions concerning the police , traffic and society.

This meeting will be called immediately after enough residents Khun Dam understands that it is not easy to overlook cultural differences and pretend they have registered for the event. do not exist. There are misunderstandings Please either contact Hua Hin Today through about the interpretation of traffic and behavior the editor@huahintoday.net or Khun Dam rules and customs. In order to establish a himself at 032-511027 dialogue , Khun Dam would like to call a

Miss Romania in Hua Hin Dusit Thani Hua Hin Welcome Miss Romania – Miss Tourism World

Gregory Breitel Gregory Breitel, the new French Pastry and baker chef in Hua Hin is also the boss of the FRENCH DELI located at the main railroad crossway right into the centre of the city (Petchkasem soi 70) Greg has over 15 years experience in the pastry and baker production. He started at 14 years old and worked with various great bakers and pastry chefs in France.

His art has been officially recognized when he became Master Pastry Chef 5 years ago.

Recently he succeeded to start on his own and chose Hua Hin as a first outlet in Thailand. He ambitiously plan to open other shops in Bangkok soon.

Among the baked items French baguette (traditional way), bretzel, whole wheat bread loaves, French butter croissants, quiches and more ! Sweet delights includes, various chocolate mousse, various tropical fruit mousse, black forest cakes, lemon tart, a wide range of macarons including as the famous lime, cappuccino or the Darjeeling. Open daily from 7 am to midnight. Grand opening 6 August 2011

Miss Netherlands Pageant in Hua Hin

The twelve finalists from the Miss Netherlands 2011 Beauty Pageant visited Hua Hin as part of the build up to the grand finale event that takes place in July. The finalists, each representing a Dutch province, joined in activities that encourage environmental protection, the conservation of resources and responsible tourism.

Highlights of the twelve finalists’ amazing adventures in Thailand will air in a special programme to be broadcast on the Dutch RTL Television Network. It will be one of six episodes that profile the pageant finalists and is the only episode that takes place outside of the Netherlands. The Thai episode will also be the only one featuring an environmental theme.

“This visit by the Miss Netherlands 2011 Beauty Pageant finalists reflects the TAT’s celebrity marketing strategy, which we use to tap into quality markets. It combines the popularity of the Miss Netherlands Beauty Pageant, Dutch people’s high degree of environmental consciousness, and the centuries-old friendship between Thailand and the Netherlands. The television programme is a great way to highlight Thailand’s many ‘Go Green’ tourism initiatives to thousands of potential visitors from the Dutch market,” said Mr Suraphon Svetasreni, Governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand.

In Hua Hin, the lovely ladies learned to make “Phuang Malai” and offered garlands to the Buddha statue at Wat Huay Mongkol. This was Ms. Alina Ciorogariu, former Miss Tourism World and Miss Romania and her husband Mr. followed by a visit to Kaeng Krachan National David Singh were graciously welcomed by Andrew Burfoot Senior Assistant Manager of Dusit Park in Phetchaburi to plant trees. They also travelled to the Sirinath Rajini Centre in Pranburi to help replenish local sea life in the mangrove forests.

Thani Hua Hin. She was staying at Dusit Thani Hua Hin for her leisure visit, Pictured from left to right are David Singh Andrew Burfoot, Alina Ciorogariu, and Niti Mokaphun And the winner is……………….. Miss Jill Lauren de Robles (22, 1.75m, Drenthe) was crowned Miss Nederland World 2011 at the same event. She will represent Netherlands in Miss World 2011 in PR & Sales Manager of Dusit Thani Hua Hin London, England on November 6.

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turn buyers towards Thailand

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ith Hong Kong property prices soaring, investors from the city are looking elsewhere for property speculation opportunities. Pace Development has cashed in nicely on this trend, with Hong Kong buyers snapping up sales of over THB350 million (US$11.69 million) in just three days after a roadshow for luxury development MahaNakhon, according to the Bangkok Post.

Currently, prices in Hong Kong are about five times as great as prices in Bangkok,

with new condo units fetching as much as THB1.2 million (US$40,080) per sq m. Currently, interest rates for deposits are usually around two per cent, and thus purchasing property has become the preferred form of investment for wealthy Hong Kong residents and mainland Chinese alike. As prices continue to climb, eyes have started to turn elsewhere, and Thailand is a popular alternative location.

Speaking with the Bangkok Post, executive director for investment

and project marketing at CB Richard Ellis said, “Bangkok is still a top-two destination for lifestyle in the eyes of investors in Hong Kong. Their interest in luxury Thai property is driven by a lift in optimism about the overall political and economic environment in Thailand.”

Pace Development executive Sorapoj Techakrasri claimed interest picked up after the election, with investors optimistic about new proposed infrastructure projects, which could cause many developments to appreciate considerably in the near future.

After the enthusiastic response in Hong Kong, Pace will hold another roadshow in Singapore this weekend. It targets sales of 15-20 units at a value of about THB600 million (US$20.04 million) from both roadshows.

Mr. Sorapoj said smaller units were preferred by investors while larger ones were more suitable for buyers seeking a residence.

The super-luxury MahaNakhon mixeduse project will be worth THB19 billion (US$634.6 million) and will have 194 condominium units priced between THB225,000 (US$7,520) and THB345,000 (US$11,523) per sq m.

The 77-storey building will be the tallest in Bangkok. It will also house a hotel, Bangkok Edition, operated by RitzCarlton and will have 27,000 sq m of retail space.

Mr. Sorapoj said luxury project units with a hotel brand were easier to resell.

Pace has sold 35% of the MahaNakhon units and expects the figure to increase to 40% after the two roadshows. It aims to have sold 45% of the units by the end of the year.

Hua Hin/Cha-Am

Golf Festival 2011 to Start in August A

iming to encourage Golf enthusiasts to play the sport at all golf courses of international standard in Hua Hin and Cha-Am at only one economical price of 800 baht/person (excluding golf cart and caddie charge), the Golf Festival also let players participate in a golf tournament on every Sunday … Read more in Golf & Sport Section

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Soaring Sukhumvit

ore than 10,000 apartment units in projects worth more than THB10 billion (US$324 million) in Bangkok’s prime area between Ploenchit and Sukhumvit soi 55 are driving up competition among property developers.

According to a survey by The Nation last week, both listed and non-listed firms have introduced more than 100 projects since last year and construction will be complete between the end of this year and 2013.

Condominiums along this route are in the price range of THB80,000-200,000

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(US$2,591-6,478) per square meter with the more expensive projects located between the Ploenchit intersection and the top of Sukhumvit Road and prices ranging from THB80,000-150,000 (US$ 2,591-4,859) can be found between sois 10 and 55.

Noble Development president Thongchai Busrapan said that after bookings for Noble Ploenchit opened from June 19-22, the company achieved presales worth THB7.2 billion (US$233.1 million), or half of the total project value of THB14 billion (US$453.3 million).

“Although this location has high competition, our project is freehold, which is difficult to find in this area, where most projects are for long-leasehold contracts,” he said.

According to a survey by the Real Estate Information Centre, demand in this location is sufficient to absorb the high number of condominium launches as both local and foreign buyers have driven condominium prices 10-20 per cent higher than their presale prices, depending on how close they are to the skytrain.

Child Custody Disputes T

he owner of Siam Firm Inter Laws, Khun Somsak I an established an Attorney at Law with 30 years of working experience in domestic and international law, for individuals both foreign and local, domestic entities and in-house legal counsel for numerous established international companies. Khun Somsak will be giving legal advice about the ever changing situation in regards to Thai Law and keeping readers up to date with the constant changing business and social environment here in Thailand.

Child custody disputes between foreign and Thai partners are more complicated than custody disputes between two people of the same nationality abroad or here locally.

Under Thai law if a man and a woman have a child together and are not married, the lady will have one hundred percent custody of the child. The reason for this is because she is certain to be the mother of the child as she is the one pregnant whilst the father cannot be confirmed so easily. To obtain custody of the child the father must go through the family court and apply to be the father of the child and be approved; this can be avoided if you have the mothers consent on the issue.

After you have received the court order and are registered as the father of your child. Or if you are already married at the time of birth, you are now eligible for fifty percent custody of your child upon separating with your common law wife or wife.

In Thailand it is different from the west in that it is not a real fifty-fifty split for custody; the most important factor is the education and care of the child. The parent that takes care of the child’s education will have custody on working days from Monday to Friday.

Whilst the other partner will have custody on the weekends, school holidays will be split fifty-fifty between the two parents. Another important factor is the paying of expenses for the child; this payment is also split between the parents fifty-fifty per month with the approximate court order relative to age of the child: 1 to 10 years old 10,000 Baht, 10 to 15 years old 15,000 Baht, 15 to 20 years old

by Khun Somsak Chopaka

20,000 Baht. If one parent has sole custody they do not have to pay for their child as the child is living with them, so half of the amount must be paid by the other partner every month.

You have to understand that custody in Thailand is not permanent. Every time that you have the child in your custody you will have to care for them personally, you cannot leave them in the care of a nanny or a relative.

If this is the case the other party has the right to submit a case to the court for full custody of the child, if this were to happen it is very difficult to regain custody of the child. But even in this worst case scenario in that you lose all custody, you will still get the chance to visit your child on special occasions such as birthdays or days that are important to them like graduation. It will not mean that you do not have the right to see your child at all.

Our comment: It is very difficult to take a child to a foreign country if your child does not have dual nationality passports. If he/she doesn’t have one you will need to apply for a visa at your countries embassy, the chancellor will need to ask the mother of the child to give consent for the child to leave the country.

Please understand also that a court order from a foreign country regarding custody will not have any effect here in Thailand whatsoever, vice versa any court order here will not have any effect in your home country. So if you have any problems regarding custody of your child please resolve it here in Thailand.

If you have your own case or any questions regarding Thai law feel free to write in to us and we will answer any questions or concerns in this column.

By Somsak Chopaka of Siam Firm Inter Laws English Hotline: 081 808 9175, 089 774 6001, 084 979 4714 Pattaya Office: +66 (0) 38 906 721-3 Bangkok Office: + 66 (0) 2 260 3025 – 7 Hua Hin Office: +66 (0) 32 531 508 somsak@siamfirm.co.th For more information see www.siamfirm.co.th

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hai-Singapore developer Dalvey Place launched its 236-unit condominium Haus 23 Ratchada-Latprao in Bangkok.

The aptly named project will be located just 190m from the Lat Prao MRT station, and is valued at THB900 million (US$29.3 million), reported The Nation.

The location should appeal to buyers who are

looking for a condominium close to the BTS or MRT, but wary of rising prices in central areas such as Silom and Sukhumvit, said Noel Goh, Dalvey Place’s business management developer.

Units range in size from 24 to 56.5 sqm, with prices starting from THB2 million (US$65,000) for a fully-furnished unit.

Thailand Property

Awards 2011 receive a flood of nominations

A record number of nominations have been received for the 2011 Thailand Property Awards – widely regarding as the ‘Oscars’ of the Kingdom’s real estate industry.

More than 1,350 developers, developments, property agents, architects and real estate companies were nominated by the public and their peers when nominations closed this week.

Last year’s winner of the prestigious ‘Best Developer Thailand’ award, Golden Land, is up against 36 other developers who have been nominated in the flagship category. The ‘Best Affordable Condo Development (Bangkok)’ category, a new addition this year, will also see fierce competition with more than 45 nominated projects now eligible to enter.

Terry Blackburn, Chief Executive Officer of organisers Ensign Media, said: “The record level of nominations for this year’s Thailand Property Awards is a sign of the strength of the industry. Previous winners have gained significant benefits from winning a Thailand Property Award and I would strongly urge all

those who have been nominated to now submit their entry.”

Entries are now being sought from nominated companies. Each entry will subject to a rigorous evaluation process, with just one overall winner selected in each category. A panel of independent industry experts, including lawyers, surveyors, agents and engineers, will be considering each entry in detail and taking into account a range of qualitative factors.

Judges will them embark on site visits to shortlisted developments.

The Thailand Property Awards, first held in 2005, are widely recognised as a benchmark for excellence in the Kingdom’s residential real estate industry. The Gala Awards will take place at the Grand Hyatt Erawan in Bangkok on November 5, and is expected to attract more than 600 attendees.

For more information on the categories and judging process for the Thailand Property Awards visitwww.thailandpropertyawards. com

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Golf & Sport 15 The Hua Hin/Cha-Am Golf Festival “tee off” on the 7th of August

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he 10th Hua Hin/Cha-Am Festival 2011will tee off the Suan Son Pradiphat Golf Course on the 7th of August.

Aiming to encourage Golf enthusiasts to play the sport at all golf courses of international standard in Hua Hin and Cha-Am at only one economical price of 800 baht/person (excluding golf cart and caddie charge), the Golf Festival also let players participate in a golf tournament on every Sunday. The tournament, of which application fee is 2,000 baht (including caddie charge and an evening party), will be held at 10 participating golf courses, namely The Eagle Mill Ford, Suan Son Pradiphat Golf Course, Palm Hills Golf Club and Residence, The Imperial Lakeville Resort and Club, The Banyan Golf Club, The Sawang Resort and Golf Club, the Kaeng Krachan Country Club and Resort, The Luang Hua Hin Golf Course and The Springfield Royal Country Club.

Taking place between August and September, the event has many lucky draws for players

who hit the furthest or play a hole in one.

Registered golfers get a 10-30% discount at the shops of all participating golf courses .

A not-to-be-missed event for golfers, the 10th Hua Hin/Cha-Am Golf Festival 2011. For more information, please contact the TAT, Petchaburi Office at tel. 032 471 005-6 or Prachuab Khirikhan Office at tel. 032 513 885 and all the earlier mentioned golf courses.

เทศกาลหัวหิน-ชะอ�ำ กอล์ฟ เฟสติวลั 2011 นางปิน่ นาถ เจริญผล ผูอ้ ำ� นวยการการท่องเทีย่ ว แห่งประเทศไทย ส�ำนักงานจังหวัดประจวบคีรขี นั ธ์ เปิด เผยว่า การท่องเทีย่ วแห่งประเทศไทยส�ำนักงานจังหวัด ประจวบคีรขี นั ธ์และส�ำนักงานจังหวัดเพชรบุรี ร่วมกับ ชมรมผู ้ บ ริ ห ารสนามกอล์ ฟ จั ง หวั ด เพชรบุ รี ประจวบคีรขี นั ธ์ สมาคมธุรกิจการท่องเทีย่ วหัวหิน-ชะอ�ำ ร่วมจัดงานเทศกาลหัวหิน/ชะอ�ำ กอล์ฟเฟสติวลั ครัง้ ที่ 10 ประจ�ำปี 2554 ขึน้ เพือ่ กระตุน้ ให้นกั ท่องเทีย่ วที่ สนใจกีฬากอล์ฟได้มีโอกาสตีกอล์ฟในสนามที่ได้ มาตรฐานระดับนานาชาติในพืน้ ทีห่ วั หิน-ชะอ�ำ ด้วยราคา สุดประหยัด โดยผูเ้ ข่าร่วมงานสามารถเล่นกอล์ฟได้ใน ราคาเดียว เพียงท่านละ 800 บาท (ไม่รวมค่าแค็ดดีแ้ ละ รถกอล์ฟ) ทุกวัน ทุกสนาม โดยเลือกทีจ่ ะออกรอบที่ สนามใดก็ได้ ยกเว้นสนามทีจ่ ดั การแข่งขัน ส�ำหรับผู้ สนใจเข้าร่วมการแข่งขันจะมีการแข่งขันทุกวันอาทิตย์ เริม่ ต้นเพียงท่านละ 2,000 บาท (รวมค่าแค็ดดีแ้ ละเข้า ร่วมงานเลีย้ ง) โดยตารางการแข่งขันจะผลัดเปลีย่ น หมุนเวียนกันไปแต่ละสนาม นอกจากนีย้ งั มีการลุน้ รับ ของรางวัลมากมาย เช่น รางวัลการแข่งขันตีไกล เลือก ซือ้ สินค้าทีร่ ะลึกส�ำหรับนักกอล์ฟในราคาลดพิเศษ 1030 % ทันทีทโี่ ปรช็อปทุกสนาม ลุน้ รางวัลโฮล์อนิ วันใน

วันปิดเทศกาล และยังมีโอกาสได้รบั เลือกเข้าแข่งขันฟรี ในวันปิดเทศกาลอีกด้วย ส�ำหรับเทศกาลหัวหิน-ชะอ�ำ กอล์ฟเฟสติวลั ครัง้ ที่ 10 ประจ�ำปี 2554 ในครัง้ นีจ้ ะจัด ขึน้ ตลอดเดือนสิงหาคมถึงกันยายน 2554 และส่วน สนามกอล์ฟทีเ่ ข้าร่วมงานในปีนมี้ ี 10 สนามด้วยกัน ได้แก่ สนามกอล์ฟ ดิ อีเกิล้ มิล ฟอร์ด สนามกอล์ฟ สวนสนประดิพนั ธ์ สนามกอล์ฟปาล์ม ฮิลส์ กอล์ฟ คลับ แอนด์ เรสซิเดนซ์, สนามกอล์ฟ เดอะ อิมพีเรียล เลควิว รีสอร์ท แอนด์คลับ, สนามกอล์ฟ เดอะ บันยัน กอล์ฟ คลับ, สนามกอล์ฟสว่าง รีสอร์ท แอนด์ กอล์ฟ คลับ, สนามกอล์ฟแก่งกระจาน คันทรี่ คลับ แอนด์ รีสอร์ท, สนามกอล์ฟหลวงหัวหิน และสนามกอล์ฟสปริงฟิลด์ รอ ยัล คันทรี่ คลับ โดยจะมีพธิ เี ปิดงานเทศกาลหัวหินชะอ�ำ กอล์ฟเฟสติวลั ในวันที่ 7 สิงหาคม ณ สนาม กอล์ฟสวนสนประติพทั ธ์ ส� ำ หรั บ ผู ้ ที่ ส นใจเข้ า ร่ ว มการแข่ ง ขั น สามารถ สอบถามรายละเอียดเพิ่มเติมได้ที่การท่องเที่ยวแห่ง ประเทศไทย ส�ำนักงานประจวบคีรขี นั ธ์ 032-513885 หรือส�ำนักงานจังหวัดเพชรบุรี 032-471005-6 หรือ สอบถามได้ที่ สนามกอล์ฟทีเ่ ข้าร่วมโครงการทัง้ 10 สนาม

Petchaburi – Prachuab The Hua Hin International

Hoteliers Kick off Jet Ski Championship

Traditional Football Match

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he Hotel Association of Western Thailand and the Association of Tourism Business in Cha-Am & Hua Hin, together with the Association of Petchaburi Tourism and the Sheratan Hua Hin Resort and Spa organized the 17th Traditional Football Match for Hotel staff in Petchaburi and Prachuab Khirikhan, kicking off on the 6th of July at the football field of Rama VI Military Base, according to Dr. Rungrot Sileungsawas, the chairman of the Association of Tourism Business in Cha-Am – Hua Hin. Taking place daily between 6 July and 17 August from 2 p.m. onwards, the traditional football match aims to strengthen relations and unity of all participating organizations and hoteliers.

Among many participating hotels in Petchaburi and Prachuab Khirikhan, the hotels

that send their staff to take part in the event are Aka Resort Hua Hin - Asara Villa Suite - Cher Resort - Chiva-Som International Health Resort - Dusit Thani Resort Hua Hin - Haven Resort Hua Hin - Hilton Hua Hin Resort & Spa - Hua Hin Grand Hotel & Plaza - Hyatt Regency Hua Hin - Intercontinental Hua Hin Resort - Long Beach Cha-Am & Tara Mantra Cha-Am Rest Detail Hotel Hua Hin - Sofitel Centara Grand Resort & V-Villas Hua Hin. The final match will take place on 17 August together with the prize awarding and closing ceremony.

For more information and timetable for each match, please contact 032 708 000.

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he Hotel Association of Western Thailand and the Association of Tourism Business in Cha-Am & Hua Hin, together with the Association of Petchaburi Tourism and the Sheratan Hua Hin Resort and Spa organized the 17th Traditional Football Match for Hotel staff in Petchaburi and Prachuab Khirikhan, kicking off on the 6th of July at the football field of Rama VI Military Base, according to Dr. Rungrot Sileungsawas, the chairman of the Association of Tourism Business in Cha-Am Taking place daily between 6 July and 17 – Hua Hin. August from 2 p.m. onwards, the traditional football match aims to strengthen relations and unity of all participating organizations and hoteliers.

Among many participating hotels in Petchaburi and Prachuab Khirikhan, the hotels that send their staff to take part in the event are Aka Resort Hua Hin - Asara Villa Suite - Cher Resort - Chiva-Som International Health Resort - Dusit Thani Resort Hua Hin - Haven Resort Hua Hin - Hilton Hua Hin Resort & Spa - Hua Hin Grand Hotel & Plaza - Hyatt Regency Hua Hin - Intercontinental Hua Hin Resort - Long Beach Cha-Am & Tara Mantra Cha-Am Rest Detail Hotel Hua Hin - Sofitel Centara Grand Resort & V-Villas Hua Hin. The final match will take place on 17 August together with the prize awarding and closing ceremony.

For more information and timetable for each match, please contact 032 708 000.

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Rotary Club of Royal Hua Hin, together with Banyan Village, Resort & Golf, Hua Hin support the installation of a clean water system at Nong Pran Puk School

Mr. Alex Binnekamp,(1st from left), representative of Banyan Village, Resort & Golf, Hua Hin together with Mr. Brian Giles,(2nd from left) Vice President of The Rotary Club of Royal Hua-Hin and club members gathered recently to donate the Water purification system to Nong Pran Puk School. Khun Prasit Sukkasem, (1st from right) Director of Nong Pran Puk School is seen here receiving the official handover.

The Rotary Club of Royal Hua Hin hosted their 1st charity golf tournament last year at Banyan Golf Club, Hua Hin in an effort to raise the investment needed to install the water system. Local businesses and members of the Rotary Club’s main objective are to develop a program for providing clean water systems in rural areas. There will be another Rotary Club charity golf tournament scheduled later in the year.

Celebrating Our People at Hyatt Regency Hua Hin

Recently, General Manager Sammy Carolus together with the management of Hyatt Regency Hua Hin held the three-day “Celebrating Our People” event which was also organised by more than 730 Hyatt Hotels & Resorts across the world during the same period.

This event represented the appreciation of the hotel’s management to employees’ dedication, hard work and commitment in delivering authentic hospitality to our customers. To celebrate this special event, the hotel provided special meals and organised a variety of activities such as skill competition, Beach Olympic competition and other amusing games in order to help strengthen the relationships among Hyatt hotel staff and brought them to relaxation away from their hard work. In addition, the hotel embraced the local community by inviting 40 students from Baan Takiap School to participate and enjoy a wide range of games, followed by a joyful lunch for this special occasion.

Hyatt Regengy Hua Hin Goes Green

“Happiness” at Sheraton Hua Hin Resort & Spa

The Management team and associates of Sheraton Hua Hin Resort & Spa has recently held the campaign “Care for Community II” to raise funds and support the local unprivileged community. This month, the resort was held activities and fun games for disadvantaged children from Special Education Center of Phetchburi at the StarClub.

The types of handicapped children under responsibility of Special Education Center of Phetchburi are Vision impaired, Hearing impaired, Intellectual disability, Physical and health impaired, learning disability, speech and language disorders Emotional and behavioral disorders, Autistic and Disable duplicate.

The amounts of fund were made from our guests and associates to this event will be donated to Special Education Center of Phetchburi for their treatment, development and teaching programs.

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Intercontinental Hua Hin Resort Welcome 12 Finalists Miss Netherlands 2011 to Hua Hin

Welcome all 12 Finalists Miss Netherlands 2011 to InterContinental Hua Hin Resort where they will take place for many memorable activities during 27 – 30 June 2011. And stay Bangkok during 30 June – 4 July 2011.

All 12 Finalists Miss Netherlands 2011 will experience the ancient Thai Buddhist ritual of presenting alms to monks on the beach, visiting mangrove forest and SPA treatment during their recent stay at the luxurious InterContinental Hua Hin Resort.

French celebrate the 14th of July at La Paillote

Sofitel’s bartender was the first runner up from Thailand Wine Butler Championship 2011

Panya Nabchid, a talented and passionate sommelier from the Palm Seafood Pavilion of the Sofitel Centara Grand Resort & Villas Hua Hin was praised for the first runner up position from Thailand Wine Butler Championship 2011. This is significant wine butler contest organized annually by Thailand Restaurants & Bars magazine was recently held at Impact Muangthong Thani Bangkok. The event’s objective mainly aim at developing knowledge and skills of professional wine butlers within the Thai hospitality industry. In the picture also shown; Jacques Mury, the hotel’s General Manager (left) and Mourad Brahmi, Director of Food & Beverage (right) congratulating Panya for this important Nationwide recognition .

Sofitel’s Sport Day & Staff Party 2011

The French community celebrated the 14th of July at La Paillote Restaurant headed by the flamboyant owner Khun Gaston, entrepreneur and Hua Hin investor from Belgium.

However there were other nationalities, not wanting to miss the great tasting dinner created by La Paillote Chef.

About the French revolution : The French Revolution (French: Révolution française; 1789–1799) was a period of radical social and political upheaval in French and European history. The absolute monarchy that had ruled France for centuries collapsed in three years. French society underwent an epic transformation as feudal, aristocratic and religious privileges evaporated under a sustained assault from left-wing political groups and the masses on the streets. Old ideas about hierarchy and tradition succumbed to new Enlightenment principles of citizenship and inalienable rights. On July 14 of that same year, the Bastille was stormed: in October, Louis XVI and the Royal Family were removed from Versailles to Paris. The King attempted, unsuccessfully, to flee Paris for Varennes in June 1791. A Legislative Assembly sat from October 1791 until September 1792, when, in the face of the advance of the allied armies of Austria, Holland, Prussia, and Sardinia, it was replaced by the National Convention, which proclaimed the Republic. The King was brought to trial in December of 1792, and executed on January 21, 1793.

La Paillote offered a set dinner at a very affordable price, taking into consideration the setting and the 5 course meal.

The Hotel Cha Am staff

Due to environmental concerns, Hyatt Regency Hua Hin, led

by Mr. Sammy Carolus, the hotel’s general manager, and staff, recently planted 200 mangrove trees in a reforestation area in Sam Roi Yod National Park in a bid to restore and preserve the mangrove forest and help reduce global warming.

This event was also a part of Hyatt Hotels & Resorts projects that focus on the environmental issues and initiatives by interacting with the community to support its environmental efforts.

Sofitel Centara Grand Resort & Villas Hua Hin recently organized its annual Sport Day & Staff Party to strenghten relationship among the team and honor for their contribution behind a great achievement together. The 2-day activity was fulfilled with fun and laghter. The celebrating night was held at The Hotel Cha Am staff joined the training Effective Working Looknum Pub where all enjoy deliious dinner, drink and dance by Positive Thinking & Right Attitude at Long Beach Cha Am until late night.

Hotel on 18-20 July 2011.

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Located right next to GreenScape project on soi 112 and just 10 minutes away from the Banyan golf course, 18 rai land with mature mango trees available for residential development. Possible to split the land in 3 parts and sell separately, title deeds available.

GreenScape

Asking Price: THB

1.35

millon per rai

For viewing or more information please call 0896103125 or email michael@thailand-boutique-villas.com

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Classified Property for Rent :

www.regalthailand.com, www.huahintoday.net Contact: 085- 8081-822

RHO-0057 Luxury Villa 7 mins from Hua Hin town center

RCO-0026 Condo close to Takiab beach

Price: 65,000 THB per month.

Price: 25,000 THB/Month

3 bedrooms + 1 maid room, 3 bathrooms Land area: 700 Sqm, Living area: 276 Sqm. Inc: Internet, UBC and Security 24 hours, Negotiable for long term

Contact: 085- 8081-822, Natasha@regalthailand.com

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1 bedroom, 1 bathroom Floor: 5th Living area: 58 Sqm. Security 24 hours, communal pool and fully furnished.

Contact: 085- 8081-822, Natasha@regalthailand.com

RHO-0085 House for rent in Hua Hin Soi 114 3 bedrooms,

3 bathrooms, Land area 712 Sqm, Living area 275 Sqm., Price incl: fully furnished, Internet, UBC and Security 24 hours ,

Studio room Floor: 4th Living area: 60 Sqm. Inc: Internet, UBC and Security 24 hours,

(45,000 THB in April to May)

Negotiable for long term Contact: 085- 8081-822, Natasha@regalthailand.com

Price: 65,000 THB/Month

Contact: 085- 8081-822, Natasha@regalthailand.com

Property for Sale : www.regalthailand.com, www.huahintoday.net

SHO-0071 Luxury Villa 1.5 Km. from golf course, 3 bedrooms + 1 maid

SHO-0050 HOT OFFER POOL MANSION HUA HIN FOR SALE

room, 4 bathrooms, Land area: 600 Sqm. Living area: 342 Sqm., Security 24 hours, club house and fully furnished.

5 bedrooms 6 bathrooms Land Size: 1600 m² Living Space: 320.00 m² House located in Hua Hin Soi 102

Contact: 085- 8081-822, Natasha@regalthailand.com

Contact: 085- 8081-822, Natasha@regalthailand.com

Price: 15 Million THB

Private swimming pool and fully furnished.

RCO-0044 Studio condo for rent 5 kms from Hua Hin town center

SHO-0069 Nice pool villa Hua Hin center

3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms Land area: 700 Sqm. Living area: 276 Sqm. Security 24 hours and fully furnished.

Price: to 8.3 Million THB

Price: 20,000 THB per month.

Contact: 085- 8081-822

SHO-0039 Luxury pool villa in the golf course 4 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms

Land area: 1,100 Sqm., Living area: 400 Sqm. Security 24 hours, club house and fully furnished.

Price: 15.9 Million THB

Contact: 085- 8081-822, Natasha@regalthailand.com

Contact: 085- 8081-822, Natasha@regalthailand.com

SHO-0031 House 7 Km. from Hua Hin center

Soi 102. Mountain View and Sea View

Visit: www.regalthailand.com, www.huahintoday.net

for more Property for Sale & Rent

or contact: 085- 8081-822 Natasha@regalthailand.com

4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms Land area: 400 Sqm. Living area: 250 Sqm. Security 24 hours, club house and fully furnished.

Price: 4.9 Million THB (Hot deal)

Contact: 085- 8081-822, Natasha@regalthailand.com

SCO-0006 Sea View Condo

3 bedrooms 2 bathrooms Living space:425 sqm. Near Mill Ford Golf Course, 24 hours security and swimming pool

Price: 12 Million THB included fully furnished.

SHO-0040 Pool Villa

SLD-0001 Located in Hua Hin The big piece of land size 64 Rai (102,400 S/qm.)

4.5 Million Baht per Rai Contact: 085- 8081-822, Natasha@regalthailand.com

SCO-0002 Penthouse Condo Beach Front & Sea View 3 bedrooms 2 Bathrooms, 182 Sqm. Fully well furnished.

Price : 15 Million THB

Contact: 085- 8081-822, Natasha@regalthailand.com

SCO-0052 Condo in town

4 bedrooms 5 bathrooms Land size: 808 sqm.

Living space:425 sqm.24 hours security, golf club, sport club and private swimming pool.

1 bedroom, 1 bathroom, on the ground floor.

Floor: 1st Living area: 67 Sqm. Security 24 hours, communal pool and fully furnished.

*reduced from 16 Million THB. Contact: 085- 8081-822

Contact: 085- 8081-822, Natasha@regalthailand.com

Price: 12 Million THB

Price: 4.8 Million THB

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House for Sale Located in country atmosphere with mountain view, 5 km. From Hua Hin beach near La Village, 1,600 sqm ( 1 rai ), 3 bedrooms, 2 bathroom

Seaside Apartments for Rent

(Short-long term)

• Baan Chaitalay 2 br./2 bth.

• Boathouse 1 br./1 bth.

• Mykonos 1 br./1 bth.

• Baan Saechuan 2 br./2 bth.

• Townhouse 2 br./3 bth. • • Palm Pavilion Studio1 br./ 1 bth. 2 br./2 bth.

All apartments featuring: living area with integrated kitchen, balconies or terraces, swimming pool, fitness, direct access to beach. Fully furnished / completely equipped.

Tel : 081-829-5478 (Eng.), 086-003-6920 (Thai) E-mail: huahincondos@hotmail.com

Absolute Beachfront Land Prachaub

2,600,000 Baht Call : 081 449 6772

The Breeze Condo for Rent

3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, 157 sqm.

Exclusive fully furnished, Seaview 65,000 Baht per month.

Contact 0819154169 ( Eng.), 0834486228 (Thai) E-mail: yayajonerot.k@hotmail.com

Shop for Rent

Located in Hilton Hua Hin Resort & Spa An area of 37 square meters (Outside the Hotel) or an area of 47 square meter (Inside the Hotel) For more information please contact: Khun Saowalak & Khun Khwanchanok 032 538 999

Hua Hin Yoga & Pilates

Open Everyday from 9 am – 3 pm Above Zoom Optic Shop, Petchkasem Road. Entrance via soi 74, Tanawit Hotel, Beautiful plot 526 sq.wah., chanote , 30 m. beachfront, 40 km south of Prachaub.

Scenic swimming beach, next to resorts, holiday homes,electricity & black road.

Price 9,500,000 Baht

Call 0818208353 or sivapsak@gmail.com

Car Wash for Sale & Rent

Contact K. Rung 0805289769 ( Thai-Eng.), K. Daeng 0863264957 (Thai-Eng.)

House for Rent

Fully furnished, 2 bedroom, 2 bath, large living room.

Close to the ocean and Palm Hills Golf course.

UBC television also available if wanted.

24 hour security, community swimming pool.

11,000 baht per month plus water and electric.

Daily rental, holidays or weekends, 2000 baht/ day.

Golf lessons available with Bob, call 085-212-8371 or 086-344-1320

Advertise in

Hua Hin Today call : (0) 87 6677440 Email: advertising@huahintoday.net

English and Thai Classes for everyone Educational Visa, Translation & TEFL courses Schools in Hua Hin, Cha-Am & Bangkok 032-470 681 E-mail: david@insightenglish.com www.insightenglish-huahin.com

The Learning Centre

English, Thai and Computer Classes All approved by Ministry of Education for Educational Visa

83/14 Wongchomsin Bldg. 1st & 2nd Floor Petchkasem Road Hua Hin (between Soi 63/1 & Soi 65) Phone: 032 532 650 083 801 1335 www.learningcentre.co.th

HUA HIN PHYSIOTHERAPY CLINIC beside Pimpaka Massage Tel : Eng : K.Tu 081-453-5978 Thai : K.Ta 087-689-4203 E-Mail : yogini_tu@hotmail.com

Beachfront Land for Sale Bo nok, Prachuabkirikhan

Beautiful location, opposite Nongkae Temple between the way to 5 star hotel on Takiab Rd. Closed to main road.

Suitable for all businesses. 365 sqm.

Insight English Language Schools

Approx.13,056 sqm beautiful piece of beachfront land with square shape, 98m the beachfront wide, and just 1km. from Petchakasem road, 30 mins from Hua Hin. Can build just 12m from the beach. Ready for road, water and electricity.

Tel. 081-809-5083 E-mail: lukeengnoi@yahoo.co.uk

Italian Restaurant

Complete kitchen equipment including a gas Pizza Oven and cooling / Freezing units for sale.

Equipment 1 year old.

Further Restaurant accessories and furniture available.

Call : Peter 0800217969

Sport injury, neck & back pain, muscle aches, joint stiffness, repetitive strain and injury, stroke etc.

Our qualified physiotherapist can help you with PT. equipments, spine mobilization technique, therapeutic exercise and massage. More information

please call 032-512735, 086-6992829 or visit us at Soi 88/1 Petchkasem Rd.

( Next to Hua Hin Market Village Shopping Center )

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The The Park Park

Exclusive Residences in Hua H in Exclusive Residences in Hua H in

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s investment in Asia and in particular in Thailand is on the rise again, investors are quite critical about their investments.

With the dollar on the decline and international finances unstable, investors are price conscious and critical about the quality and security of their purchases. Thailand offers house buyers a stable market with low prices.

Real Estate property inThailand gives investors interesting stable value increases as the country develops to one of the leading economies in South east Asia.

For the price you pay to build a garage in Germany, a potential buyer can purchase a bungalow inThailand. Pool Villas such as the ones inThe Park compound offer top building quality secured

by European building supervision.

The Park is developing project with affordable pool villas fully furnished from Baht 4.5 Million ( € 104.000 ) or fully financed with free housing during the building period. The project, on Soi 116 is only a few minutes away from the beach front and close to the main road in Hua Hin, Petchkasem road and within minute’s reach of 2 mayor golf courses.

The Park Villas are completely furnished with stylish furniture chosen to match the exclusive style of the villas. The basic Villas have a living area of 262 m², 3 bedrooms and 3 bathrooms, with plot sizes from 375 m² onward.

A show house is ready to be inspected. Customized requirements will always be considered.

The resort includes a Club House, Mini Market, Fitness Center and round the clock Security.

The location is conveniently situated on the edge of Hua Hin town center at a short distance from the shopping mall and other stores. A 30 year family club membership at the Springfield Royal Country club is offered for the first 10 buyers.

Sales Office: 58 Naresdamri Rd. Hua Hin Tel. 032 511 535

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A selection of Bilingual Schools in Hua Hin.

Somtawin School Hua Hin

, centrally located on the main Petchkasem Road, offers both a Thai Program and full english program. Opened in march 1972, Somtawin is firmly established in Hua Hin and currently caters for kindergarten level through to the 6th year (grade 6) of primary school. This academic year - may 2004 - april 2005 it will also open its doors to mattayom students at grade 7 (m1) level, providing the first opportunity in Hua Hin for mattayom students to join a full english program. Somtawin is concentrating on developing its full english program to an international standard, where students of many nationalities attend. Somtawin’s english program enables parents to give their children the option of a western style education without having to send them away to one of the many schools in Bangkok, or, indeed, to pay Bangkok prices. All subjects are offered in english (except thai) and include mathematics, science, social studies, health, art, occupational technology and computing.

Location: 15 km to the west of Hua Hin – Pala U Road - Administration Dept. 20 Petchakasem Rd, Hua-Hin - Tel/Fax. 032-514342 - Email: admin@somtawin.ac.th - Web: www.somtawin.ac.th

The Yamsaard Hua Hin School: This is a

relatively new addition to Hua Hin schools, it is located at the end of Soi 94. They offer both kindergarten and primary bilingual programs. “We teach English through a phonics approach as well as “themebased” approach. Homeroom teachers are foreign and Thai nationals. Students will have opportunities to practice English with foreign teachers

all the time. English is used as a medium of instruction in main subject areas; English, Math, Science, Art and Computers.” They also offer extra English programs, extra curricular activities and summer camps.

The school is dedicated to the happiness of all of its students. They believe that it is important for their students to be able to communicate effectively, use their scientific skills to serve the community and to be technologically savvy in order to be competitive in this new Information Technology based society.

Location: End of Soi 94 - Tel: 08-7694-6420- Location: Petchkasem Road - Age 3-18 years 1 - Email : yamsaard@hotmail.com - Web : old - Tel: 032-511233 - Website: www.hv.ac.th Nurseries : www.yamsaard.ac.th Hua Hin Salesian School (Vitthayalai Pratthana Nursery one of the more School) is RC school located Petchkasem popular nurseries in Hua Hin is located on Road not far from Hua Hin Market Village. Petchkasem road near the Hin Nam Sai Suay This prestigious school is very popular with condo complex close to Hua Hin Airport. It is Thais. The Salesian School provides Thai professionally managed however no English curriculum for children age 3-18 years old. language tuition is offered. Kindergarten starts There is a limited English program at school at age 2 and costs 2,500 baht per month per with the subjects Science, Math and English child, times are 8am until 3pm. They also offer taught in the English language. An international a pickup service, price for this depends on your proximity to the school. At age 3-4 children curriculum is in the planning. move classes to a pre-school environment where the basics can be taught (all Thai).

Pratthana Nursery - 41/79 Petchkasem Road - Hua Hin, Prachuabkhirikhan - Tel: 032547363.

Smart Kids Located on Soi 102 , this nursery takes children from 2 years of age till 5. Games and tuitition is all in English with occasional Thai conversation for foreign kids. Swimmimg and keyboard lessons can be given.The group is limited to approximately 30 children.

For further Information call . Mrs. Joanna ( Mrs. Joanna speaks Dutch, English and Thai) 0898732376.

BECC: A small educational centre that offers an environment for children to learn.

They feel passionate about providing good education in a fun and safe place. The class sizes have a maximum of 16 children. The BECC has dedicated qualified British teachers that have many years of experience. BECC follows the British Curriculum which is recognised as one of the best starts a child can have and offer this to primary school age children 4 years to 11 years.

Near The Vic Hua Hin, between Soi 114 and 116 Mobile : 08704 89558 - 0890037963 Editor : HHT does not take responsibility for the content sand accuracy of the above information. The Educational Centers should be contacted for details.

THE 10 BEST EDUCATIONAL 6 Unhealthy Foods for Kids PROGRAMMS IN THE WORLD

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he UK’s reputation as one of the world’s best for education is at risk, and has tumbled several places since 2006.

Finland tops global school table Finland’s claim to have the best school system has been reinforced by the latest international comparisons.

First results from the PISA study of 40 countries put it top overall in the maths, reading and science tests.

PISA is a three-yearly appraisal of 15 year olds in the principal industrialised countries, organised by the OECD economic grouping.

The UK as a whole was excluded for failing to provide enough results, though Northern Ireland did well.

Maths focus PISA - the Programme for International Student Assessment - aims to assess the knowledge and skills needed for full participation in society, rather than mastery of a curriculum.

It compares Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) member nations and “partner countries” and regions, such as Russia and Brazil.

The tests were taken by more than a quarter of a million students, representing about 23 million in the participating countries.

The focus of the 2003 study was mathematics, with problems mainly set in real-world situations, covering space and shape, change and relationships, quantity and uncertainty.

Hong Kong had a slightly higher mean score than Finland but on overall proficiency, Finland came top, ahead of South Korea then Canada, with Indonesia bottom.

The OECD used seven proficiency levels in increasing order of skill, from “below Level 1” to Level 6.

Half or more of the 15-year-olds reached at least Level 4 in Finland, South Korea and Hong Kong.

In Mexico, only 3% did so - with an even lower percentage in Indonesia and Tunisia.

In most countries that are members of the OECD, at least three quarters of students reached Level 2 - but more than

Courtesy of Guardian & BBC UK 1. Chicken Nugget (chicken nuggets)

a quarter were unable to complete those tasks in Italy, Portugal and the US. “These students fail to demonstrate consistently that they have baseline mathematical skills,” the report said.

Internal variations The authors caution that - in line with previous international comparisons - only about one tenth of the variation in student performance on the overall mathematics scale lies between countries.

Most is within countries - between education systems and programmes, between schools and between students within schools.

For example, in Belgium, mean scores on the maths scale for the Flemish community were higher than those in the best-performing OECD countries, Finland and South Korea.

Results from the French community, however, were at the OECD average.

Both Germany and the Republic of Ireland scored near to the OECD average but the range of performance within Ireland was one of the narrowest, while the difference between the 75th and 25th percentiles in Germany was among the widest.

Gender gap In “reading literacy”, the overall results found Finland, South Korea and Canada at the top, and Indonesia again bringing up the rear.

On the science scores, four entrants had statistically indistinguishable high average performances: Finland, Japan, Hong Kong-China and South Korea.

The OECD report also considers gender differences.

In maths, it said much remained to be done to close the gap which saw boys outperforming girls.

In reading, girls had “significantly higher average performance” in all countries except Liechtenstein. The biggest gap was in Iceland.

Science showed the smallest average gender gap, with boys doing a little better.

Girls performed significantly better than boys only in Finland, Iceland and Tunisia.

Food is usually included in the children’s favorite foods. Chicken nuggets, including unhealthy food because it contains a lot of salt and highfructose corn syrup (HFCS or fructose corn) are added to taste, followed by frying in hydrogenated oils that contain trans fats. This food is low in nutritional value and high in calories and fat. All deep fried foods are unhealthy both for Kids and Adults.

2. Fried potatoes (French Fries) These foods are high in fat, high in calories, sodium (salt) and fried with hydrogenated oils that contain trans fats. In addition, research has shown that heating starchy foods like potatoes in extreme temperatures to create a carcinogen called acrylamide, which can trigger cancer.

3. Potato chips These foods are also high in saturated fat and salt. Some chips also can form acrylamide that trigger cancer.

4. Soda and other sweetened beverages Sweet or carbonated beverages high in calories derived from sugar and carbohydrates. When the excessive consumption of this drink can cause obesity and tooth decay in children.

Teach your Kid to drink mineral water instead.

5. Sugary cereals Some cereals are added with preservatives, chemicals, hydrogenated oils and artificial colouring. Choose whole-grain cereal as breakfast is the best choice for your child.

6. Pizza Fast food Pizza companies , typically offer sausage pizza toppings, the meat may be carcinogenic nitrates and nitrites. Extra cheese also will add extra calories. If you want to eat pizza should select wheat pizza with a topping of chicken without skin, vegetables with a little cheese.

Editor´s Note : A Hamburger usually is pure beef. Order them withous Sauce, which contains Mayonaise and American Ketchup with sugars. At McD or BKing, food can be ordered without the sugary, fattening sauces.

Just ask them not to put them on.

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Criminal Law in Thailand Part V

Getting Arrested without a Warrant—the Flagrant Offense

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his time we’ll start to discuss arrests without warrants.

Up until now, we’ve been talking about arrests that arise from warrants issued. As we’ve already mentioned, an arrest warrant is a document signed by a judge that gives a police officer the right to arrest someone. If the police officer arrests that person he or she can’t claim wrongful arrest, which we will cover later.

But what if a police officer doesn’t have a warrant? Can he or she arrest someone?

by James Finch and Nilobon Tangprasit of Chavalit, Finch & Partners, Ltd. This, of course, depends on the circumstances.

In general, an officer can arrest a suspect when when the suspect has committed a “flagrant” offense. This is when the police officer sees the suspect commit the crime or comes upon the scene and the suspect has obviously just committed it.

Here’s an example of flagrant commission that contains just a little of the uncertainty of real life legal issues. The police officer comes upon a screaming, hysterical crowd, pushes to the center of it and finds a man holding everyone at bay with a knife and someone lying stabbed on the ground. Someone in the crowd tells the officer that the man with the knife was fighting with the victim and stabbed the victim. Even though he or she didn’t see the crime committed, the police officer is justified in arresting the person with the knife for stabbing the victim.

But you can see the problem—the person in the crowd who told the officer the man with the knife had done the stabbing could have been against the person with the knife for some reason and lied. The police are, in these situations, forced to used their best judgment—but sometimes they are wrong.

It’s tough to be a police.

Here’s another example that demonstrates an additional situation in which an officer can properly arrest without a warrant and without having witnessed the crime. Let’s say a policeman is walking down the street. Mr. X is running toward him. Behind Mr. X is Mr. Y, shouting “Stop, thief!”

The policeman is justified in arresting Mr. X because Mr. X is being pursued by others who are calling out that he has committed a crime. This is another of the well-known circumstances under which a warrant is not needed.

Let’s look at an example that illustrates the other side of the coin, however. In the example above, let’s change it so that Mr. X is simply running down the street, but not being

pursued by anybody. The police officer has seen Mr. X around, doesn’t like him, and just decides to arrest him. This wouldn’t fall under any of the categories in which an officer can arrest without a warrant.

What if Mr. X is arrested under these circumstances? In such a case, the suspect can apply to a court to release him or her. The police officer may, moreover, be guilty of a crime or possibly be sued by the arrestee. We’ll discuss remedies that an arrestee has later.

Next time we’ll continue our discussion of circumstances under which the police can arrest without a warrant. *Chavalit Finch & Partners, Ltd. are lawyers specializing in real estate and business transactions. They can be contacted by email at finch@chavalitfinchlaw.com, on the web at www.chavalitfinchlaw.com or by telephone at+66( 0) 32 522237,( 0)32 522273. Their offices are located at 19/51 Hua Hin Soi 19, (Wat Klaikangwon), Petch Kasem Road, Hua Hin, Prachuab Kirikhan 77110, Thailand. James Finch’s cell number is +66(0)89 207-9390.

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Wine & Dine

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utch owned, Swiss managed Banyan Resort will assure you of a good restaurant with a solid Chef. Dutch people resent meager meals and will make sure their restaurant will always have beef, potatoes, vegetables and sauce (Jus, pronounced “Shue” in Dutch!) Swiss people supervise the quality.

The Lemongrass Restaurant is set as an outside covered & inside air conditioned venture,

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elegantly designed with contemporate furniture.

The terrace is covered with a modern stadium type of roof, reminding me of the Munich Olympic Stadium. But very smart indeed. A great place to have a meal with the family.

Although the daily specials often contain seafood, the near vicinity to the Gulf of Siam explains that of course . Chef Samron, of respectable stature (never trust a skinny Chef) gives you immediate assurance and confidence that the food will be wholesome and yes, the Chef Salad which is a composition of Samron had it all. BBQ Pork, various freshly cut salads and several dressings to choose from.

In view of the announced Filet of Beef on a Bed of Mushrooms and Mashed potatoes garnished with blanched tomatoes and lettuce and thick Red Wine Sauce, I hesitated to finish the healthy delicious Chef salad. Only that one would have been plentiful for lunch. However, after the salad Khun Pim, our lovely smiling, attentive hostess served the filet Steak – Wagyu

Beef from Australia not to be confused with Kobe Beef of Japan but really more Steak like.

The Medium Rare Beef was cooked till perfection with this light crispy outside, juicy and great tasting texture. There is a wide selection of wines to match your lunch or dinner. Chilean wines from the Paso Del Sol were warmly recommended.

We chose the Sauvignon Blanc with the Chef salad and the Cabernet Sauvignon, a dry mild thoroughbred red wine with the Beef.

We had a not so uncommon desert of Mocca Ice Cream with a touch of Caramel, a double Espresso with Sambucca liquor and a Taxi home.

By the way, I ran accros Jack Mairoo who joined me for lunch sipping away on his coke on the rocks. The man is back in town and we will hear from him in our next edition.

The Lemongrass Restaurants has a range of starters such as Garpachos, Spring Rolls, Thai Tapas and salads, comprehensive menue of set dinners, Swiss style Fondues, Jiggy Boggy Korean BBQ set, Daily set menues at Baht 399, 19 different deserts and supreme set dinner ( Surf or Turf ) of 4 courses including a bottle of wine.

I would like to conclude mentioning that this is

one of the few restaurants offering quality food, good portions at very fair prices. Hua Hin Today highly recommends The Lemongrass Restaurant warmly.

Location : Petchkasem road just outside Hua Hin after Soi 120, heading South – Call 032 538 888 Email : booking@banyanthailand.com Web site : www.banyanthailand.com

Dine in Style by Sofitel

elebration of Swiss National Day; on Saturday 6th August from 7 p.m. until 10.30 p.m., join us to celebrate the Swiss National Day in style. A fabulous barbecue buffet dinner of delicious seafood along with authentic Swiss cuisine served in the magical settings of our beachfront Palm Terrace. Baht 1,500++ net / person (food only).

Mother’s Day; on Friday 12th August, from 7 p.m. until 10.30 p.m. Bring your beloved mother to Salathai Restaurant for a unique moment and enjoy the Thai culinary wonders. At a special evening with a special person, the Salathai offers the starter, main course and dessert to one mother per family on selected items. Reservation is essential.

Daniel Stefani & Friends @ The Elephant Bar – every night (except Sunday & Monday), Tuesday to Friday from 6.45 p.m.

– 11.15 p.m., Saturday from 6.45 p.m. – 11.30 p.m. – meet at the Elephant Bar and start your evening with our French Jazz artist. Our newest talented resident musicians perform beautiful renditions of jazz classics. The best way to spend your night in Hua Hin and a memorable after dinner experience!

New Taste of Modernity at Hagi; starting from 7 July, let’s discover a new wind of modernity in the Hagi Retaurant, real instruction in the Japanese culinary art. A new menu combines an array of new tastes to the traditional Japanese kitchen. Fuse your senses and get lose in translation! Come from 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. or 9 p.m. – 11.30 p.m. and enjoy 50% discount on selected cocktails, beers and soft drinks.

The Museum Coffee & Tea Corner is located in the original hotel lobby retains the ambience of a bygone era dating back to 1923. Featuring High Tea & Chocolate Buffet, a luxurious treat to be savoured!

Every Saturday, 3 p.m. – 6 p.,m. – High Tea combined with Chocolate Buffet at Baht 690 net.

Every day, 5 p.m. – 7 p.m. – offer 25% discount on all the cake selection.

Every day – Teppanyaki Master @ Hagi Restaurant; experience the culinary art of the Teppanyaki performed by our skilled chef. A succulent meal with a choice of different sets and a breathtaking show will increase your appetite.

Every Monday – Mediterranean Delights @ Rajpruek Lounge; embark on a culinary journey across the Mediterranean and discover the taste of southern France, Spain, Italy and North America. Baht 999++ Every Wednesday - Hua Hin Night Market @ Salathai Restaurant; discover a memorable alfresco dining experience at the Night Market Buffet. Enjoy the exquisite dishes from four regions, traditional music and dance in an elegant poolside setting. Baht 999++

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Every Friday – Barbecue by the Beach @ Palm Terrace; enjoy a romantic evening dining under the stars at our Barbecue by the Beach. The delicious buffet selection includes tempting appetizers, crisp salads, premium quality meats, fresh fish and seafood. Baht 1,200++ Every Saturday – Café de Paris @ Rajpruek Lounge; don’t miss our “Talk of the Town” French theme buffet dinner. A true incontournable! Baht 1,500++ For more information or reservation please call 0 3251 202138 or E-mail: fboffice@sofitel.co.th

Designed With Lobster Lovers in Mind

ua Hin Marriott Resort & Spa is taking seafood dining to a sensational new level with the launch of a special Canadian Lobster Set Menu at Ciao restaurant throughout August 2011.

For the illustrious Canadian Lobster Set Menu, Hua Hin Marriott Resort & Spa’s master crafter of the kitchen has a devised an exotic seafood starter of a pumpkin soup with caramelized scallop, black Hawaiian sea salt and hot orange salad, serving as a beautifully subtle introduction to the main affair.

Comprising a Canadian lobster with garlic, buttered sweet corn puree, Portobello mushrooms and spicy tomato sauce, these naturally sweet ingredients and subtle hints draw out the sublime taste and texture appeals of Canadian lobster in surprising and amazingly complementary ways including a mouthwatering dessert of a hot chocolate soufflé with chocolate sauce and vanilla

ice cream, creating an exquisitely sweet finale to round off the light and flavorsome menu in decadent style.

The Canadian Lobster Set Menu is please call (66) 32 511 881 ext 1804, priced at Baht 1,800 per person. email to concierge_hmrs@minornet.

For further information or reservations, com or visit Marriott.com/HHQMC

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he sweet, crisp smell of butterfly pea blossoms fills the air. Thick, creamy balm is briskly smacked from one hand to the next. The room goes dim and hazy. Her hands, forearms and elbows wash over my skin mimicking ocean waves. The friction increases, the balm grows warmer. Her hands are everywhere at once. I am drowning in a sea of sensations. Then it slows.

The waves become stronger and more focused.

My heart beats steady with each twist of her palm.

She breaks the silence to ask, “Is the pressure ok?” I struggle to respond.

The Intercontinental Hua Hin Resort, 33/33 Petchkasem Road, opened in December 2010 and has quickly earned a reputation as one of the best luxury resorts in Hua Hin, and boasting an array of very satisfied internationally renowned clientele.

The resort exterior commands roadside attention as the crescent palace-facade cascades in horizontal grandeur staking its claim as, “New kid in town.” The easy and accommodating staff takes care of every detail the moment you step on the grounds. At the mention of a spa appointment, I was escorted to the second floor and given the details of the monthly spa specials like a regular spa member.

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The large spa doors open effortlessly to reveal a simply decorated relaxation room. The lobby plays with the senses as deep sapphire tones blend with splashes of soft periwinkle blue, dark hardwood floors gleam with reflections of heavy pewter chains that hang from the ceiling and the infinity of intricate carved wooden lattice work panels that serve as walls work together to create a harmony of comfort and energy.

The welcome space feels like a posh living room, both familiar and mysterious.

I sink into the sofa with the kind of comfort one has after arriving home from a long day. The spa staff brings me a welcome drink of chilled spice tea, cantaloupe snacks and a cold towel to wipe the heat from my face.

Jaruwan “Finn” Yunprayong, Intercontinental Hua Hin Resort Spa Manager, said the goal of the spa is to give each guest the specific kind of relaxation method he/she needs considering the individual’s lifestyle and body.

“We customize everything. Some customers want to buy the most expensive treatments, but if it is not suitable for them, we help them decide what they should or should not receive,” Yunprayong said. She said the spa is unlike others in Hua Hin because it uses Aromatherapy Associates products along with locally made beauty products.

“We like to use local products like the natural virgin coconut oil from just south of Hua Hin,” Yunprayong said.

She said the current spa clientele is evenly split between visiting resort guests and regular spa members. Spa memberships cost THB 30,000 each year and include 15 hours of treatments, 6 months access to the fitness center and swimming pool, and a 15 percent discount for food and beverages. The spa menu is divided into three sections of relax, detox and recharge. Several of their specialty treatments include Mother-To-

Evason Spa

hen you travel as far as the Evason on the Pranburi coast, the Spa better be worth it ! After arriving and parking my horse, I was welcomed very friendly and driven to the reception area where a Spa representative waited for my arrival ( in my case it was Khun Lisa, the Spa Director). Taking a look at my face, it was not difficult to suggest a revival, rejuvenation treatment. I guess they thought my body was in the same condition as my face so the team decided it is a scrub with natural products under the motto, what you can eat is also good for your skin. I was expecting a banana split with a splash of Cointreau over it but much to my disappointment, it was carrots and other vegetables, ocean salt and other mysterious but invigorating ingredients to try and get this boy back on track again. As a former employee of this wonderful Resort, I understand about the philosophy of the Six Senses. At one time I taught it to the teams of “hosts” as employees are called at the Evason.

The pyramid of six spheres used to identify Six Senses Spas, represents the philosophy that is fundamental to the human experience: The foundation spheres represent the three primary senses of sight, sound and touch. The second level balances upon this foundation by satisfying the more acute senses of taste and smell.

The apex sphere symbolizes a sense of elation discovered only by balancing the first five - the unique experience of all senses elevated beyond expectations. It is our mission to deliver spa experiences that are both unique and memorable, and very much beyond expectations.

Therapeutic quality essential oils are the basis of the aromatherapy skincare products used for the majority of the face and body treatments. Just two of these thirteen treatments available, are the Six Senses Sodashi Purifying Body Boost and Six Senses Aromatic Hydration, particularly suitable after a long journey or for those suffering from stress.

I was started off with a Lemongrass Tea to freshen my interior up and then kindly guided to the

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Be massage, Jetlag Reliever, Touch of Siam and Infinity Rejuvenation.

However, Yunprayong said the most popular treatment is 90-minute Oriental Signature Massage (THB 4,500, plus taxes), which combines Swedish, Thai and Balinese massage techniques. “We are proud to present and create a unique experience and massage treatments. No one else has this massage. We create and train ourselves,” Yunprayong said.

Several spa guests float in and out of the lobby in various states of relaxation; all are greeted like old friends by the spa staff. After briefly decompressing over the consent form, I’m ushered into one of the cleverly hidden treatment rooms, where Yunprayong arranged for me to experience the unique powers of the Oriental Signature Massage.

In fluidity with the lobby décor, the treatment room looks like a modest seaside cave palace. The room includes a Jacuzzi bath, beautiful marble bathroom and shower, seating area and massage table. The absence of typical modern spa music is a personal relief and instead the room is filled with a natural soundtrack of wind, ocean waves and soft chimes.

After a quick foot scrub, I surrender to the massage

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adobe hut being my treatment room. The huts reminded me of an African Kraal as they are made as giant hats with a ventilation hole in the top, slightly roofed, no air conditioner but surprisingly cool inside.

As a matter of routine, I slipped into the usual Nurejev panties, way too small and way too transparent.

After a relaxing pressure session , I was covered from top to toes with a minced salad preparation.

Very refreshing and I could feel my skin absorbing precious juices. After The therapist finished applying and gently massaging the” ratatouille” into my skin, I was left for a while to let it work and then washed it off with only water.

Next up was my face, neck and shoulders which was treated with rich moistures and an almond smelling substance. This was gently removed but left to stay on my skin for the day. I was now ready to face reality again as Khun Lisa dragged me to the beach restaurant for a plate of delicious Risotto covered with Parmesan Cheese. Bless their heart, these Evasonites. Service impeccable as usual, well taught by Hurricane Howard and myself. Well I need to say something good now that I feel so new.

The Evason has different packages for all kinds of conditions and requests. Treatments are analyzed with the Spa manager and Therapist before a package is decided. The packages and treatments are not cheap but they are good. Professionally prepared and therapeutically applied. A great experience.

There is a regular shuttle bus service between The Evasons and Hua Hin Center.

Give them a Buzz for more information : + 66 (0) 32 632 136 or www.sixsenses.com

table where I struggle to remain conscious. The massage was immediately set apart by use of a butterfly pea blossom scented balm instead of the traditional massage oil. The balm is heavy with fragrance and sticky at first. As the massage progresses, the friction of the masseuse’s hands melts the balm, allowing the massage experience to flow from one style to the next.

The highlight of this massage was the Balinese techniques of forearm, palm and elbow pressure, which the masseuse expertly applied by rocking her arms back and forth across my back, shoulders, arms and legs. The massage was like a rebirth.

The Intercontinental Hua Hin Resort has significantly raised the bar on the standard resort spa experience with their ability to provide personal touches, a sense of mystery, and a genuinely friendly atmosphere. The entire resort sings with energy and intrigue; and the modest spa redefines the boundaries of relaxation.

t is estimated that over a third of all visits to doctors are for problems of the ears, nose or throat. Many patients are seen by family doctors, children’s doctors or emergency doctors for problems in this area of the body.

There are also doctors that specialize in problems of this part of the body. The official name of their specialty is Otorhinolaryngology, but for some reason they prefer the term ENT. We have five senses with which we relate to the world: Vision, Hearing, Smell, Taste and Touch.

Of these five, three are in organs that are the area and as balance is an almost equally important sense, that too is in the ENTs doctor’s scope of practice. Add to this the functions of breathing, eating and drinking, which occur in this area, and you can see how important it is that everything works well in this area of the body.

At Bangkok Hospital Hua Hin establishing an ENT department was one of our first priorities and we have specialists ENT Doctors available every day. They are led by Dr Nathita who is a Hua Hin resident who was happy to return to her home town to practice. Other doctors from Bangkok come to Hua Hin to provide care when she is off spending time with her family The human ear is a wonderful instrument. It is composed of tens of thousands of component parts and works quite flawlessly from before we are born to old age and is capable of performing extremely sophisticated tasks. In addition to helping us hear, the ear also contains our primary organ of balance.

It is able to hear the very slightest whisper of sound and yet is able to tolerate very high intensity sounds for short periods of time. It can hear a wide range of frequencies of sound from 20Hx to 20,000Hz. Having two functioning ears allow us to make extremely accurate decisions about the exact location of a sound source. The normal ear is also able to discriminate a complex sound such as speech against a background of other noises.

It is capable of analyzing tiny changes in the frequency of sound, the intensity of sound, the duration of sound, the direction of sound, and in the interplay of harmonies.

When all aspects of the human ear are considered, the ear is far more complex and sophisticated in design and function than any auditory apparatus that technology has been able to develop.

Unfortunately, it is very delicate and is susceptible to infections and other diseases. It lies in close proximity and is connected to the throat and the

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passage of food, drink and polluted air so close to it is a constant threat.

The organ of balance, three semi-circular canals with fluid moving about in then is a miracle of fine design and it is amazing how infrequently it is unable to keep us steady on our feet.

The nose is the entrance system for air to the lungs and also contains the delicate system to asses smells. In the area of the larynx food and drink, going down into the stomach and air going to the lungs cross and the mechanisms to ensure that everything goes to the correct destination is located here. .Many everyday health problems cause malfunction in the delicate membranes of the ENT. Colds, Influenza and allergies all cause these membranes to swell and become inflamed.

The ears are also sensitive to these insults to the body, particularly in young children who can be very distressed with high fevers and earache.

The sinuses are empty spaces that lie in the bones of the face. They are particularly susceptible to infection, sinusitis, which can cause pain, fever, discharge and chronic ill health The ears, nose and throat are not easy to examine and doctors must be skillful in using otoscopes for the ears, nasoscopes for the nose, sinuscopes for the sinuses and laryngoscopes for the throat.

The list of symptoms that bring patients to seek care for ENT problems is a long one. Sore and swollen throats, coughing, congestion of the nose and throat nasal discharge, runny nose,, hoarseness, difficulty in hearing, ringing or other noises in the ears, difficulty swallowing, nose bleeds, swollen glands, snoring.

A recent addition to this list has been chronic tiredness and irritability due to sleep apnea, a condition in which the patient stops breathing when asleep. Unfortunately there are ENT cancers that can arise particularly in the throat and any symptoms need to be treated seriously.

Most of the conditions affecting the ENT can be diagnoses by a visit to the Emergency room or better to the outpatient ENT Clinic. Blood tests and may be X-rays needed to make the diagnosis and very occasionally a patient may have to go to Bangkok for more sophisticated testing.

If you have any problems call 1719 and make an appointment to see ones of our ENT doctors.

Dr Moreton is the International Medical Coordinator at the Bangkok Hospital Hua Hin. Moreton@bgh.co.th

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HUA HIN EVENTS & PROMOTIONS August 2011 Hua Hin Events – August 2011

12th of August - Her Majesty the Queen’s birthday is a national holiday. It is also mothers’ day.

The Hua Hin Golf Festival is held on selected local courses throughout August and September. There are some great value discounted green fees.

Hua Hin Regatta is held during August 20th-28th.

26th and 27th August : Hua Hin Jazz festival in honour of His Majesty The King. On the beach in front of Sofitel Resort

Hotel Promotions

Unless indicated differently , ALL prices are to be understood Per Person - NET + VAT + Service Charge

Banyan Resort & Golf Club

Golf & Wine Dinner 20th of August –Afternoon Golf tournament. Tee time from 12.30, followed by a 5 course wine dinner at The Terrace Restaurant. THB 3,600.- Golf & Dinner. THB 2,100 .- dinner only.

Golf festival 2011 - August - September 2011 Green fee at Banyan during Golf festival in August and September at THB 1,950.- /pers. inclusive of Caddy & Cart Golf Tournament at Banyan on 27th - 28th August 2011 Tournament fee THB 2,500 .- inclusive of green fee, caddy, GPS golf cart and award presenting dinner.

Golf after 4 pm. Unlimited hole + 1 Pint of Beer/Snacks Call 032 588 888 & 032 616 200 or info@banyanthailand.com

(A day at The)

Dusit Thani Resort

No worries drinking and driving - promotion : Inclusions: 1 Day Room - Theme Buffet Dinner (Set menu at the restaurant of your choice if buffet is not available) Free pick-up and drop-off service within 25-kilometre radius of the hotel. Complimentary use of the hotel swimming pools, fitness centre and sauna.

20% Devarana Spa discount - 30% Dusit Shop discount.

Validity: Monday – Friday - Now – 20th December, 2011 Baht 9,999/ Person (minimum of 4 people).

Each additional person: Baht2,500net For detailed Information , Call : 032 Phone +66 (0) 3244

Hyatt Regency

Sunday Brunch: McFarlane House from 11.30 – 15.00 hrs.

Baht 1,300 net per person inclusive of a bottle of sparkling wine per two persons. child 6 – 12 Baht 500 Figs Restaurant Mondays - Seafood BBQ – Fresh rock Lobsters, Prawns and Calamari . Rfrom 7:00pm to 10:30pm. Including a live pasta station and a wide selection of Italian desserts - B 1,000 Figs Restaurant Tuesdays - authentic home-made pasta dishes and pizzas. As much as you can eat B 250 Live Band DejaVu – Info - Tel: 0 2254 6200

Bars - Beer – Wine & Snacks Hilton Resort & Spa

White Lotus – Steamed Crab on Lotus leaf Teratai style The fragrance of the Lotus leaf compliments the savoury taste of the crab - Price: THB 585 net - All you can eat Dim Sum at Baht 499 Mother’s day: 12 August Enjoy your day with all you can eat Dim Sum lunch and get a dinner discount off 50% for your mother Full Moon dinner: 14 August Join our 5 course set menu while watching the full moon from the highest restaurant in Hua Hin Price: THB 899 nett per person Chay Had - Special daily Themes & Offers Monday & Tuesday - Leisure @The Beach – Special a la carte menue – Free choice Wednesday – Wine Dinner – 5 course set menue, matched wines - Baht 1,550 / Person Friday – Seafood & Meat Sunset Grill - Seafood and Meat charged per 100gr. Salad and dessert selection at Baht 350 Sunset beach salad served in a bread bowl Price: THB 220 nett. Happy Hour at Aqua Pool Bar & Sunset Beach Bar from 4:00 pm – 5:30 pm daily The Market - Monday & Tuesday – Authentic Thai Food Wednesday & Friday - All you can eat – Pizza Pasta & Salad – Baht 550 – Child 300 Thursday - Siam Thai Buffet – Live Thai Music Baht 550 – Child 300 Saturday – International BBQ Buffet – live Music Baht 850 – Child 450

Hilton - Lotus SkyBar

Live DJ from 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm (Tuesday to Sunday).

Enjoy our Tequila cocktails throughout August only THB 180 nett per glass. Prickly and Red - The funky Rambulant encounters the savoured malt of the Scottish highlands. Price: THB 180 nett per glass. German Corner.Onion roast steak with spaezle and sauerkraut B 750 nett. Pork Rostbraten on bread dumpling with cumin jus and cabbage salad Price: THB 350 net.

Sheraton

Flavors of Asia Dinner Buffet - Fridays at InAzia Restaurant. Indulge in Asian flavors. Japanese, Thai and Indian menus at only THB 700 net per person.

Saturdays- International Buffet at The Deck Restaurant with a selection of International Appetizers & Salad, Soups, Hot Entrées and Dessert at THB 900 net per person. and Dinner 6.30 pm-10.30 pm. Info : call (0) 32 708 155 or e-mail fb.huahin@sheraton.com

Putahracsa

Special Jazzy Dinner by the sea. Oceanside Beachclub & Restaurant is organizing a very special Jazzy dinner by the sea for very special ladies this August 12th! Celebrate Mother’s day beachside style and share unforgettable joy filled moments with your family.Try out Chef’s new Thai and Mediterranean favorites a la carte, specially launched for the occasion with live Jazz band. A special surprise awaits when booking your table with us…Friday 12th August 2011 From 7.00-10.00pm Book now at 032 531 470

V VILLAS

Jazz Festival Promotion - This August, get into the groove of cool music at the Hua Hin Jazz Festival 2011 from 26th – 7th. We invite you to experience the Jazz Festival and our luxurious and peaceful resort where you can retreat into our spa for a heavenly complimentary treatment.

Our special Jazzle Dazzle Package allows valued guests to enjoy one night’s accommodation in a sumptuous TwoBedroom Pool Villa Suite inclusive breakfast by the beach at the chic Villazzo Restaurant, a romantic sunset cocktail ritual, ‘Villazzo of Revival’, our heavenly spa experience, and much more.

Including : a bountiful fresh seafood barbecue dinner by the pool or beach, a vineyard tour, golf packages, spa packages, a personal fitness consultation, spa cuisine consultation with chef, cooking class, yoga class, and transfers to and from Hua Hin. Book now and put some Jazzle Dazzle in your life! The packages are Baht 15,500 nett for weekday (Sunday to Thursday) and Baht 18,000 nett for weekend (Friday to Saturday) including: Accommodation of Two-Bedroom Pool Villa – Daily Breakfast – complimentary afternoon tea & non alcoholic drinks from the mini bar – 50% discount at the Spa. Contact for Reservations +66 (32) 616 039 - Fax: +66 (32) 512 043 - E-mail:info@vvillashuahin.com

Sheraton Hua Hin Resort & Spa

Lovely Family Retreat Package, starting at 10,000++ Baht per room per night.

Lovely Family Retreat Package includes: • Nightly accommodation in our Luxurious Suites • Complimentary Extra bed or baby cot for child under 12 years old • Complimentary buffet breakfast for two at The Deck Restaurant • Complimentary meals for the kids from our Kids Menu when dining with parents • Free gifts for Kids upon Check in • Full day complimentary kids activities until 6:00 pm • Complimentary internet access in room • Complimentary Afternoon Tea from 2:30 - 4:30 pm at Sundara Lounge • Complimentary Evening Cocktail from 5:30 - 7:30 pm at Sundara Lounge Lovely Family Retreat Package is valid from 1st August until 30th November, 2011. Full pre-paid, non-refundable and non-changeable. Terms & conditions apply.

For reservations and further information, please contact our Reservations Department at Tel. 032 708 080, Fax. 032 708 028 or e-mail reservations.huahin@sheraton.com and mention “Lovely Family Retreat Package”. Best rates are always available for online reservations at www.sheraton. com/huahin

Spa Promotions The Moroccan Dream Getaway

– by Villa Maroc - Villa Maroc Resort extends the

“Weekdays Rate” Villa Maroc Resort announces an extension of its special “Weekdays Rate” until end of September 2011.

This gives you more time to relax your mind & body in our exquisite Moroccan styled resort. Avoid the weekend crowds and let the breathtaking views and enchanting décor of Villa Maroc Resort help you and your loved ones create Moroccan experiences on a memorable weekday holiday.

The “Weekdays Rate” is THB 6,500 per night for a beautiful Pool Court room, THB 14,500 per night for a spacious Pool Villa or the exotic One Bedroom Villa and THB 17,500 per night for the ultimate Two Bedroom Villa. Rates are inclusive of a welcome Moroccan mint-tea served with a delicacy for two persons, sumptuous breakfast at Casablanca Restaurant, complimentary non-alcoholic mini-bar, complimentary Wi-Fi internet service and in-room iPod Touch with docking station.

The “Weekdays Rate” is available to book online at www. villamarocresort.com from now until September 30th, 2011 or contact our resort’s reservation office at 032 630 771 or rsvn@villamarocresort.com Remarks: Reservation is subject to room availability. Prices are inclusive of service charge and VAT. Weekdays Rates are valid for stays from Sunday to Thursday only and are not applicable for stays during public holidays. reservation office at 032 630 771 or rsvn@villamarocresort. com *Remark: Prices are incl. of service charge and VAT.

THE BARAI - Hyatt Regency

“THE SEED OF HAPPINESS” WELLNESS RETREAT Take a journey to discover your inner peace, and balance your body, mind and spirit with “The Seed of Happiness” at THE BARAI, the award-winning destination spa located on the beachfront land adjacent to Hyatt Regency Hua Hin on Sunday, August 21, 2011 from 11.00 hrs. – 17.30 hrs.

“The Seed of Happiness” Retreat Programme, priced at Baht 6,000++ per person includes: - A 90-minute group meditation session “Body and Mind Alchemy”, conducted by Dr. Buathon, a renowned Thai holistic practitioner.

- A 90-minute “Sound Healing workshop”, help to improve concentration by using the vibration of a singing bowl.

While you take a deep breath, the singing bowl keeps them concentrated on the sound, while the vibration of the bowl vibrates the cells in your body, relieving muscle tension.

- An Element Light meal to delight your sense of taste served at McFarland House.

- A 90-minute THE BARAI Blend Massage, this unique treatment is adapted from the traditional Thai massage combined with Swedish and Aromatherapy techniques.

Enhance your scent with our signature aroma oil incorporating lemongrass, ginger and mint is applied with ling flowing palm strokes, acupressure along the meridian lines and integrated with join movement and subtle stretching.

“YIN AND YANG BALANCE” SPA PACKAGE AT THE BARAI “Yin and Yang Balance” spa package for just Baht 7,000++ per couple from now until August 31, 2011. Your experience includes the following: • A 90-minute balancing stone massage using rose porfyr stones to calm nerves and ease tight muscles, followed by a scalp and foot massage for the ultimate relaxation and the perfect inner balance.

• An element light meal served after your treatment at McFarland House.

• A gift of Kerstine Florian travel kit with our compliments to pamper yourself at home.

Book now to renew and bring well-being to your life! For reservations and further information, please contact : THE BARAI on Hotline Tel: 0 2254 6200 or 0 3251 1234 or email thebarai.hrhuahin@hyatt.com www.thebarai.com

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Volume 8 issue 10 August 2011

Hua Hin to Go for

Clean Food & Good Taste

By Supansa

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he Division of Public Health and Environment of the Hua Hin Municipality is going to check, assess and certify quality of all food stalls and restaurants in municipal Hua Hin under the program, “Clean Food Good Taste”. The Deputy Mayor of Hua Hin Mr. Atikhun Butying said that this activity aims to standardize quality on hygienic condition and food safety of all restaurants and food stalls in Hua Hin. Those that pass the test will receive a certificate and a sign to ensure customers of their delicious and clean food.

Municipal authorities will conduct food

assessment according to formal sanitary regulations declared by the Ministry of Public Health. The regulations mainly concern physical condition of a restaurant and food stall and 10 random bacterial checks from 3 food containers, 5 food samples and hands of 2 food sellers or cooks.

This project will be carried out from now on until September, 2011. All food sellers and restaurateurs will be asked to help the municipal authorities in charge. More information can be obtained from the Division of Public Health and Environment at tel. 032 511 047 ext. 107.

กองสาธารณสุขฯ ทม.หัวหินเตรียมตรวจอาหาร

เข้าร่วมโครงการ Clean Food Good Taste

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อธิคณ ุ บุตรยิง่ รองนายกเทศมนตรีเมือง หัวหิน กล่าวว่า ขณะนีไ้ ด้มอบหมายให้ กอง สาธารณสุขและสิง่ แวดล้อม เทศบาลเมืองหัวหิน ออก ด�ำเนินการตรวจประเมินด้านสุขาภิบาลร้านอาหาร แผงลอย จ�ำหน่ายอาหารในเขตเทศบาลเมืองหัวหิน เพือ่ ให้การรับรอง มาตรฐานอาหารสะอาด รสชาติอร่อย “Clean Food Good Taste” ประจ�ำปี 2554 โดยร้านอาหารและแผงลอย จ�ำหน่ายอาหารทีผ่ า่ นเกณฑ์มาตรฐานจะได้ปา้ ยสัญลักษณ์ รับรองมาตรฐานอาหารสะอาด รสชาติอร่อย Clean Food Good Taste เพือ่ เป็นการยกระดับสถานทีจ่ ำ� หน่ายอาหารให้ มีมาตรฐานที่สะอาดปลอดภัยและเป็นการเฝ้าระวังความ ปลอดภัยด้านอาหารให้แก่ประชาชนและนักท่องเทีย่ วไม่ให้ ได้รบั อันตรายจากการบริโภคอาหารทีไ่ ม่สะอาดหรือปนเปือ้ น สารพิษ โดยทางเทศบาลเมืองหัวหินจะมีการตรวจสอบตาม

ข้อก�ำหนดด้านสุขาภิบาล คือ 1. การตรวจสอบทางด้านกายภาพ ซึง่ จะดูจากร้านจ�ำหน่าย อาหาร หรือแผงลอยจ�ำหน่ายอาหาร 2. ตรวจสอบทางด้านแบคทีเรีย โดยมีการสุม่ ตรวจตัวอย่าง จ�ำนวน 10 ตัวอย่าง คือ ภาชนะจ�ำนวน 3 ตัวอย่าง ตัวอย่าง อาหาร จ�ำนวน 5 ตัวอย่าง และมือผูร้ บั สมัคร จ�ำนวน 2 ตัวอย่าง ซึง่ จะด�ำเนินการตรวจสอบจนถึงเดือนกันยายน 2554 จึง ขอความร่วมมือจากเจ้าของร้านค้า ร้านแผงลอยได้อำ� นวย ความสะดวกให้แก่เจ้าหน้าทีใ่ นการปฏิบตั งิ านตรวจสอบ ด้าน สุขาภิบาลอาหาร เพือ่ ยกระดับสถานทีจ่ ำ� หน่ายอาหารในเขต เทศบาลเมืองหัวหิน ให้ผา่ นเกณฑ์มาตรฐาน ทัง้ นี้ สามารถ สอบถามรายละเอียดเพิ่มเติมได้ที่กองสาธารณสุขและสิ่ง แวดล้อม 032 - 511047 ต่อ 107

Tennis Tournament at The Evason – Pranburi

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he Evason will hold it´s second Round Robin , Doubles Tennis Tournament with a bag of packages to please all contestants.

Known for its exceptional kitchen and healthy BBQ´s and environmental responsibility, The Evason at Pranburi Beach is happy to repeat the last year´s Doubles Tennis tournament. At the evason there are 6 courts of which 4 are hard courts and 2 are synthetic grass with quartz sand to resemble a clay court feeling.

The event will take place on the 13th and 14th of August at 10:00 am.

Players´ Packages are attractive and due to the distance from town , the thirst and hunger after matches, the 500THB entry Fee gets you the following: • Use of all guest facilities including swimming pool etc. • 20% Discount on F&B, Spa, and Life - Access to the Shower and Changing rooms at Just Kids Club - Players ID (Which will have to be shown to receive Player’s Benefits) • Special Room rates for the Weekend (With any bookings the 500THB Entry fee will be waived) • Kids t Entertainment provided by our professional Just Kids Club • Invitation to the Player’s Party on Sunday afternoon after the Finals

Spa Promotions The Spa, Hilton Hua Hin Resort & Spa

Breathe. You are now a million miles from the nine – to – five. The pure fresh air and

tranquil surroundings that fill your senses also serve to clear your mind and allow your inner self to relax and rejuvenate.

With a tantalizing array of treatments and therapies, it is our pleasure to invite you to enter a world of peace, shed your tired and weary self and invigorate your mind, body and soul.

Open every day from 10.00 am – 09.00 pm - It is time to “put back a little of what life takes out” Detoxifying Ritual 2 hrs THB 3,000 ++ / person, THB 5,200++/ couple - Herbal Bath - Ginger Scrub - Massage Creation A Year Spa membership THB 10, 000 ++ - Receive 10 hours body massage and a 20 % discount off a la carte treatments for a minimum 60 minute session or treatment, manicure & pedicure hair treatments are excluded As space is limited, please make reservations at 032 538 999 ext.7

Day Spa@ Putahracsa:

Tender Loving Care for Mom Treat your mom with 2 hrs spa experience Package includes a Jasmine Floral Scrub and a choice of 60 min massage or manicure/ pedicure@ 1,900 Baht nett. **Save 50% for second package Valid: August 1-31, 2011 Reservation: 032-531470 # 2

Tourist Authority of Thailand offers

One Card for 4 Provinces

By Supansa

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he Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has recently officiated “One Card: Four Provinces” to facilitate visitors travelling in 4 provinces of lower central Thailand: Samut Sakorn, Samut Songkram, Petchaburi and Prachuab Khirikhan.

The cardholder can benefit discount from many tourist attractions, accommodations, restaurants and souvenir shops in the 4 provinces, said Mrs. Pinnat Charoenphol, the director of the TAT, Prachuab Khirikhan Office.

Conveniently located very close to Bangkok, the 4 provinces are famous for beautiful beaches, namely Chao Samran, Cha-Am, Hua Hin, Ao Noi, Ao Prachuab and Ao Manao. In Petchaburi, visitors usually go to Kaeng Krachan National Park and admire the mystifying mist at the peak of Khao Phanern Thung. In Samut Sakorn and Samut Songkram, visitors can learn how salt is produced.

Above all, the 4 provinces are popular in terms of rare archeological sites, unique tradition and culture and mouth-watering seafood.

The “One Card: Four Provinces” project will certainly promote tourism in the concerned areas, said Mrs. Pinnat. The card is valid for one year –

from 15 June 2011 to 15 June 2012.

Tourists can ask for the card at the Division of Strategy Management for the Provinces of Lower Central Thailand at tel. 032 400 985, the Office of Tourism and Sport in Samut Sakorn at tel. 034 815 980, the Association of Tourism Promotion of Samut Sakorn at tel. 034 814 028, the Office of Tourism and Sport in Samut Songkram at tel. 034 716 112, the Samut Songkram Tourism Club at tel. 034 717 213, the Office of Tourism and Sport in Petchaburi at tel. 032 780 336, the Office of Tourism and Sport Prachuab Khirikhan at tel. 032 611 543 and the Association of Tourism Business in Prachuab Khirikhan at tel. 032 611 581.

ททท. จัดโครงการ “บัตรเดียวเทีย่ ว 4 จังหวัด”

น • BBQ Buffet and Complimentary Soft Drinks (Non Playing guests pay 350 Baht per person ).

Special Room Rates: Evason Studio Room 3,500 THB net including breakfast for2pax Evason Pool Villa - 6,000 THB net including breakfast for 2pax For additional details , contact : Andreas Gewitsch - LifeManager Evason and Six Senses Hua Hin Tel: 66-32-632 111 Ext 8410 Fax : 66-32-632 112 E-mail : lifem-huahin@sixsenses.com - Skype: andy_lifemgr Web Site : www.sixsenses.com

างปิน่ นาถ เจริญผล ผูอ้ ำ� นวยการการท่องเทีย่ วแห่งประเทศไทย ส�ำนักงานจังหวัดประจวบคีรขี นั ธ์ เปิดเผยว่า ขณะนี้ กลุม่ จังหวัดภาคกลางตอนล่าง 2 ประกอบด้วย จังหวัดเพชรบุรี สมุทรสาคร สมุทรสงคราม และประจวบคีรขี นั ธ์ จัด งานแถลงข่าว “บัตรเดียวเทีย่ ว 4 จังหวัด” เพือ่ ประชาสัมพันธ์สถานทีท่ อ่ งเทีย่ ว ทีพ่ กั ร้านอาหาร ร้านขายของทีร่ ะลึก รวม ทัง้ สินค้าทางด้านการท่องเทีย่ วทีส่ วยงามและมีคณ ุ ค่าอย่างยิง่ ขณะเดียวกันการเดินทางก็สะดวกสบาย เพราะอยูใ่ กล้กรุงเทพ มหานคร อีกทัง้ ยังมีหาดทรายชายทะเลทีม่ ชี อื่ เสียง เช่น หาดเจ้าส�ำราญ หาดชะอ�ำ หาดหัวหิน อ่าวน้อย อ่าวประจวบ อ่าว มะนาว มีอทุ ยานแห่งชาติแก่งกระจานทีใ่ หญ่ทสี่ ดุ ของประเทศ มีจดุ ชมทะเลหมอกทีเ่ ขาพะเนินทุง่ มีพนื้ ทีผ่ ลิตเกลือทะเลที่ มากทีส่ ดุ ของประเทศ มีโบราณสถานทีท่ รงคุณค่า มีศลิ ปวัฒนธรรม รวมถึงวิถชี วี ติ พืน้ บ้านทีท่ กุ ท่านสามารถเยีย่ มชมได้ และ มีอาหารทะเลทีส่ ดุ อร่อยไว้คอยให้บริการแก่ผมู้ าเยีย่ มเยือน

ผูท้ สี่ นใจสามารถขอรับบัตรได้ที่ ส�ำนักงานบริหารยุทธศาสตร์กลุม่ จังหวัดภาคกลางตอนล่าง 2 โทร.0-3240-0985 ส�ำนักงานการท่องเทีย่ วและกีฬาจังหวัดสมุทรสาคร โทร. 0-3481-5980 สมาคมส่งเสริมการท่องเทีย่ วจังหวัดสมุทรสาคร โทร.0-3481-4028 ส�ำนักงานการท่องเทีย่ วและกีฬาจังหวัดสมุทรสงคราม โทร.0-3471-6112 ชมรมการท่องเทีย่ วจังหวัด สมุทรสงคราม โทร.0-3471-7213 ส�ำนักงานการท่องเทีย่ วและกีฬาจังหวัดเพชรบุรี โทร.0-3278-0336 สมาคมธุรการการ ท่องเทีย่ วจังหวัดเพชรบุรี โทร.0-3247-2444 ส�ำนักงานการท่องเทีย่ วและกีฬาจังหวัดประจวบคีรขี นั ธ์ โทร.0-3261-1543 สมาคมธุรกิจการท่องเทีย่ วจังหวัดประจวบคีรขี นั ธ์ โทร.0-3261-1581 บัตรนีส้ ามารถใช้เป็นส่วนลดค่าทีพ่ กั ร้านอาหาร และร้านขายของทีร่ ะลึกได้ตงั้ แต่วนั ที่ 15 มิถนุ ายน 2554 ถึง 15 มิถนุ ายน 2555

The Hua Hin Today Team

Responsible for Hua Hin Today / Cha-Am Today / Property & Golf Today & Food Lovers

Pol.Gen Maj Noi Mr.Gerard Mosselman Wannapaiboon (Jerry) Editor Consulting Editor

Ms.Piyanit Munin (Jaa) Assistant to the Editor

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Cha Am Today Volume 2 issue 12 August 2011

Happy Birthday to HerMajestyQueenSirikit

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Her Majesty Queen Sirikit, a loyal resident of Hua Hin celebrates her Birthday on August the 12th The entire team of Hua Hin Today and Cha Am Today wishes Her Majesty a long and healthy life!

More about Queen Sirikit inside Hua Hin Today

Volume 2 Issue 12 August 2011

Thailand Jet Ski Championship confirmed

By Sorravit

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ha-Am Mayor Mr. Nukul Pornsomboonsiri announced that The Thailand Jet Ski Championship is ‘definitely’ taking place between 6 and 7 August after its postponement last month, Hosted by the Petchaburi Provincial Office, the Cha-Am Municipality and the Jet Ski Association of Thailand under the patronage of HRH Princess Ubolrat, the Thailand Jet Ski Championship will be the fourth and the final round for all jet skiers who already passed the previous three races. Due to some technical problems of the Jet Ski Association of Thailand, this competition needed to be delayed from the previously planned scheduled in July.

The final race will see Thai jet skiers fight for national championship as the winner will represent the country in an international jet ski championship later. So, throughout the event, audience will certainly be thrilled and excited by the competition.

Held by the Cha-Am lookout, the Thailand Jet Ski Championship will promote tourism in Cha-Am and Petchaburi forThais and Foreigners , concluded Mr. Nukul.

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Cha-Am Shellfish Festival to Come up in September

By Sorravit

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he Cha-Am’s 13th Shellfish Eating, Bird Watching and Squid Fishing is scheduled for 9 days from 24 September to 2 October, announced Mr. Nukul Pornsomboonsiri, the Mayor of Cha-Am. The date for this festive event was mutually agreed by the concerned organizing committee at its preparatory meeting on 11 July at the Cha-Am Municipality. The committee members come from governmental and private organizations in Cha-Am, namely the Cha-Am district chief, the superintendent of Cha-Am Police Office, the director of the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) in Cha-Am, the chairperson of Petchaburi Tourism Business Association, the chairperson of the Bird Watching Club of Pertchaburi, a representative from providers of small boats and jet skis in Cha-Am and the chief officer of the Cha-Am Municipality.

Since the Cha-Am’s Shell Eating, Bird Watching and Squid Fishing is much favored by tourists, the organizing committee resolved to internationalize it with a big fullcolored LED screen installed on stage so that visitors can watch the show conveniently. All food sellers are also advised to use recyclable products to save environment. And the fee for squid fishing will be only 100 Baht a person The committee also resolved to hold the event at this time, said Mr. Nukul. at the Cha-Am lookout on the beach. The The upcoming festival still retains both festival will provide cheap fresh sea food sold international and traditional image of Chaby shops specially selected by the Division Am as a unique beachfront city of upper of Public Health, Cha-Am Municipality, southern Thailand. University students are many stage performances and squid fishing at invited to give unique cultural performances. night. Bird watching will be organized at the The opening ceremony and stage decoration Thung Takad Phli field and the Phan Thu Rat will certainly be more beautiful and different National Park. from last year’s.

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Firearm and Artillery Museum Open for Visitors at Naresuan Military Base

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he department of border patrol police, Naresuan Military Base in Prachuab Khirikhan, has lately launched a historic museum on firearms and artillery to serve as another tourist attraction in the province and celebrate the 60th anniversary of the Thai troop, especially the ‘black tigers’ who worked there.

Pol. Col. Somsak Khlaiaksorn, the chairman of the Naresuan Sua Dam Ruam Jai military group in Hua Hin, said that former paratroopers from the ‘black tigers’ group and other retired border patrol police formed this military group to enhance unity among retired soldiers and veterans. Recently, the group members have worked together to establish the historic museum that houses items related to military mission, namely all kinds of firearms and artillery used at war, radio communication devices and photos depicting battles of Thai soldiers. All the items were once used by the paratroopers during missions Now, the historic museum on firearms and on suppressing insurgents in central, southern artillery, located at the Naresuan Military and northeastern Thailand.

Base, welcomes visitors and students who According to Pol. Col. Somsak, the items, would like to know more about different kinds particularly the firearms and artillery, were of guns, history of war against communism confidential for the sake of national security in Thailand and relations between highof Thailand. That is why they could not be positioned police and soldiers and the lowerpublicly displayed. However, since the Cold positioned ones.

War ended, authorities have brought the “Here, objects are systematically categorized items on display so that interested people and displayed on the 2nd floor of the museum will understand more on how the Thai border together with some photos that recount their patrol police and paratroopers fought against history. We also have some border patrol communists several years ago. police to facilitate and give visitors more

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formed at Erawan Military Base in Lop Buri.

Its members, trained by a C.I.A. officer Mr. James William Lare, are professional on parachuting, killing and sabotaging.

When the Erawan Military Base was used for soldiers training, the paratroopers moved to a new camp in Ubol Ratchathani province.

They then moved again to the current Naresuan Military Base in Hua Hin with the main mission to suppress terrorists in and outside Thailand. Thanks to strong support from American trainers, modern weapons and highly confidential operation, the paratroopers were the most reliable group on national security protection at that time. More importantly, they have constantly taken care of the royal family of Thailand, too.

information,” said Pol. Col. Somsak. “This is the first time that people have a chance to know how Thai soldiers, especially paratroopers, worked 30 years ago.”

After the World War II, communism widely spread across Asia led by China and the Soviet Union. Thailand itself was under this threat. So, Pol. Gen. Phao Sriyanont, the then director of the National Police Office, was ordered by Field Marshal Poh Piboonsongkram, the former Thai premier, to modify the police work at the time. On 13 July 1951, the Thai paratroop was officially

Although the nowadays role of the paratroopers may not be as significant as in the past after the Cold War era, their contribution in protecting Thailand from terrorism and communism is invaluable.

On 14 July 2011, the Naresuan Sua Dam Ruam Jai military group and the department of border patrol police, Naresuan Military Base, celebrated the 60th anniversary of the founding of the Naresuan Military Base to re-unite all dedicated and brave Thai soldiers, border patrol police and the ‘Black Tigers’ paratroopers. The historic museum on firearms and artillery will also be another important commemoration to their hardworking, professionalism and unity in peace keeping and conflict resolution for Thailand.

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Traditional ceremony Performed at Maruekhathayawan

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By Sorravit

n 9 July, the Bureau of Crown Property organized a ceremony of worshipping throne halls and trees at the Maruekhathayawan summer palace in Cha-Am, Perchaburi.

Having been held for the 5th time to foster highly-revered royal tradition of the Chakri dynasty, this event was presided over by Khunying Sermsri Bunnag and attended by over 100 distinguished guests.

The ceremony included traditional styles of trees worshipping which usually takes place before the Buddhist Lent. Performed by civil servants of the Grand Palace, it aims to ask for forgiveness to every plant and tree inside the compound and worship Hindu gods and angels including the Brahma so that an insult, either intentional or unintentional ones, done to them will be lifted.

Worshipping the gods is usually done before lunchtime of Buddhist monks at 11 a.m. on the waxing moon day. All worshippers are mostly females because the civil servants in the Grand Palace are women. Trees will be worshipped after the gods. Offerings in the ceremony consist of food, such as a boiled pig head, boiled duck, chicken, fish, steamed prawn, boiled crab and egg, and desserts, namely 8 Thai sweets of which the name is believed by Thais to bring them prosperity and good luck.

According to Khunying Sermsri, trees worshipping begins with trimming trees. It is not held in the rainy season because people may slip and fall off the tree. Moreover, trees that are trimmed will be easily infected by germs due to the rain. If taking place in the palace, there will be doors worshipping because Thais believe that gods and Mother Earth live in the door, most of which are made of wood.

At the Maruekhathayawan summer palace, a big banyan was worshipped there. Starting at 9 a.m., the ceremony had the chair chant a spell of auspice to pay homage to the throne halls. Then, the participants lit candles and incenses to ask for forgiveness to all the trees there before doing meditation.

Afterwards, small money bags will be tied with trees there.

The donation will be used for renovation of the palace by the Maruekhathayawan Foundation.

The special representative of the Bureau of Crown Property Mr. Pipatpong Isarasena Na Ayudhaya said that the ceremony took place every year and tourists could take part in it. It will help promote tourism in Cha-Am as the city is well-known among foreign visitors.

The Maruekhathayawan summer palace boasts a lot of big trees inside its 80-Rai compound, such as papal, banyan, ebony, tamarind among others. Some trees are older than the palace itself. No exotic plants are selected to grow here for fear of unknown diseases.

Mr. Pipatpong also added that the palace was ideally located by the beach and its architecture fit well with its surrounding. In particular, the cement base of the palace has some space through which wind can pass and dry the damp underneath. Formerly, border patrol police who used the palace as their headquarters unintentionally covered the space, causing wooden pillars to crumble. This needed serious renovation for quite a while.

The Maruekhathayawan Foundation has also cooperated with the Development Center of Huay Sai Tai to conduct research the surrounding area and found too much sandy loam. To modify the area, they used rain tree leaves as fertilizer and ploughed and filled up the ground with smooth crotalaria before covering it with vetiver. The process takes 3 or 4 years until the

root of vetiver pierces into the ground for a couple of meters.

This will prevent salt water to seep into the ground again.

The ceremony also has traditional music performances by Thai youths and selling of products from the palace, especially the Sampanny Thai sweets of which the color is made from plants at the palace. Visitors can buy silver or gold money bags to worship the trees there as well.

This ceremony is held every year and interested people can join for free.

Cha-Am Today มฤคทายวันสืบสานประเพณีวงั หลวง Language Corner เมือ่ Welcome to the latest edition of Language Corner, the easy to understand guide to speaking conversational Thai.

Last month’s edition, we’ve practiced asking questions such as What day is it today?

What date was it yesterday? Is next year 2555? and When are you going to France?

Now, we are going to learn about making an appointment.

‘Nat-pop’ is the key word for making an appointment but Thai people always tend to shorter the phrase by saying only ‘Nat’ which means an appointment.

Practice the following dialogues.

Simon:

Puifai:

Simon:

Puifai:

kun mee nat-(pop) gap kun mǒr mûa-rài krap?

When do you have an appointment with the doctor? eek 1 aa-tit ka.

In a week. tam-mai kun mee nat-(pop) gap kun mǒr krap?

Why do you have an appointment with the doctor?

Chan yaak dtruat râang-gaai kà.

I want a check-up.

Simon: kun mee nat-(pop) gap kun mǒr têe-nǎi ka?

Where do you have an appointment with the doctor?

Puifai: têe roong-pa-yaa-baan Grung-tape ka.

At the Bangkok hospital.

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วันเสาร์ที่ ๙ ก.ค.ทีผ่ า่ นมา ส�ำนักงานทรัพย์สนิ ส่วนพระมหากษัตริย์ ได้จดั พิธสี กั การะหมูพ่ ระ ทีน่ งั่ และต้นไม้ ในพระราชนิเวศน์มฤคทายวัน อ.ชะอ�ำ จ.เพชรบุรี ซึง่ จัดขึน้ เป็นครัง้ ที่ ๕ เพือ่ สืบทอดประเพณีโบราณ โดยมี คุณหญิงเสริมศรี บุนนาค เป็นประธานในพิธพี ร้อม แขกผูม้ เี กียรติรว่ ม ๑๐๐ คน งานสักการะต้นไม้ เป็นประเพณีโบราณ ยึดเอาวัน ก่อนเข้าพรรษาท�ำพิธขี อขมาต้นไม้ภายในพระบรมมหาราชวัง ปฏิบตั สิ บื ต่อกันมาโดยข้าราชการฝ่ายใน ภายในพระบรมมหา ราชวัง ท�ำเพือ่ การสักการะ เทพ พรหม เทวดา สิง่ ศักดิส์ ทิ ธิท์ ี่ ปกป้องรักษาบริเวณและเป็นการขอขมาลาโทษทีไ่ ด้ลว่ งเกิน ด้วยการกระท�ำต่างๆ ตลอดทัง้ ปี การบวงสรวงเทวดานี้ มักท�ำวันข้างขึน้ ก่อนเวลาเพล เนือ่ งจากเป็นงานของฝ่ายในผูน้ ำ� ในการประกอบพิธจี งึ เป็นผู้ หญิง หลังจากท�ำพิธบี ชู าบวงสรวงเทพต่าง ๆ ก็จะมีการสักกา ระต้นไม้ดว้ ยเช่นกัน พร้อมกันนีย้ งั ได้จดั เครือ่ งสังเวยพระ ทีน่ งั่ ประกอบด้วยเครือ่ งคาว ได้แก่ หัวหมู เป็ด ไก่ ปลาช่อน กุง้ นึง่ ปู ไข่ตม้ ส่วนเครือ่ งหวาน ได้แก่ เครือ่ งกระยาบวด ประกอบด้วยขนม ๘ อย่าง ได้แก่ทองหยิบ ฝอยทอง ต้มขาว ต้มแดง คันหลาว เมีย่ งส้ม และขนมชัน้ คุณหญิงเสริมศรี กล่าวว่า ตามประเพณีโบราณพิธนี ี้ จะก�ำหนดวันขึน้ ๑๕ ค�ำ่ เดือน ๔ ก่อนเข้าพรรษาจะท�ำการตัด แต่งกิง่ ไม้กอ่ น จะไม่ทำ� ในช่วงฤดูฝนเพราะท�ำให้เกิดอุบตั เิ หตุ พลัดตกจากต้นไม้ได้ และอีกอย่างเพือ่ ป้องกันโรค ต้นไม้ทมี่ ี รอยตัดมีแผลจะติดเชือ้ ราจากฝน ในหนึง่ ปีจะมีพธิ ขี อขมา หนึง่ ครัง้ เพราะก่อนหน้านัน้ อาจจะมีการล่วงเกินต้นไม้ และ ในวังหลวงจะมีพธิ สี กั การะประตูดว้ ย เพราะเชือ่ ว่ามีพระแม่ ธรณีและเทวดาสิงสถิตเพราะประตูทที่ ำ� มาจากไม้ใหญ่ ในวัง หลวงจะจัดพิธใี นท้องพระโรงสโมสรเสวกามาศ พิธกี ารในวันสักการะต้นไม้ในวันนัน้ ได้เลือกต้นไทร ขนาดใหญ่ภายในพระราชนิเวศน์มฤคทายวันเป็นทีว่ างเครือ่ ง สังเวย พิธเี ริม่ ในเวลา ๐๙.๐๐ น. ประธานในพิธนี ำ� อ่านบท สวดปุพพภาคนมการชัยมงคลคาถา และชุมนุมเทวดา เพือ่ สักการะหมูพ่ ระทีน่ งั่ ผูร้ ว่ มพิธจี ดุ ธูปเพือ่ ขอขมาและท�ำสมาธิ จากนัน้ น�ำธูปไปปักไว้ทตี่ น้ ไทร พร้อมกับบริจาคเงินเพือ่ มอบ ไถ้ (ถุงทอง) ไปผูกยังต้นไม้ภายในพระราชนิเวศน์มฤคทายวัน ซึง่ เงินบริจาคดังกล่าวจะน�ำเข้ามูลนิธมิ ฤคทายวันเพือ่ น�ำไป ปรับปรุงดูแลสถาน ทีต่ อ่ ไป พิพฒ ั นพงศ์ อิสระเสนา ณ อยุธยา ผูแ้ ทนพิเศษ

ส�ำนักงานทรัพย์สนิ ส่วนพระมหากษัตริย์ กล่าวว่า ประเพณีนี้ จะจัดต่อเนือ่ งทุกปีและเชิญชวนให้นกั ท่องเทีย่ วเข้าร่วมด้วย ถือว่าฤดูฝนเป็นช่วงเวลาแห่งการเจริญงอกงาม ตัดแต่งต้นไม้ เสร็จก็จะมีการขอขมา ต้องการเผยแพร่พธิ นี ใี้ ห้คนภายนอก ได้รบั ว่าประเทศไทยยังมีพธิ นี อี้ ยู่ จึงเลือกใช้พระราชนิเวศน์ เป็นสถานทีท่ ำ� พิธี เปิดให้นกั ท่องเทีย่ วมาร่วมได้ โดยร่วม บริจาคเงินเพือ่ รับไถ้ไปขอขมาผูกต้นไม้ภายในนีไ้ ด้ ส�ำหรับต้นไม้ซงึ่ ภายในส่วนใหญ่เป็นต้นไม้ในพืน้ ที่ อาทิ ต้นโพธิ์ ไทร ไกร กร่าง ตะโก มะขาม ขึน้ กระจายอยูใ่ น พืน้ ที่ ๘๐ ไร่ ซึง่ บางต้นมีอายุเก่าแก่กว่าพระทีนงั่ เสียอีก หลัก การเลือกต้นไม้มาปลูกของพื้นที่จะไม่เน้นไม้ต่างถิ่นเข้ามา ป้องกันการน�ำโรคพืชมาติดต่อกับต้นไม้ทนี่ ี่ พิพฒ ั นพงศ์ บอกเล่าว่า ทีต่ งั้ ของพระทีน่ งั่ อยูร่ มิ ทะเลได้ออกแบบทางสถาปัตยกรรมที่สอดรับกับสภาพ แวดล้อม สิง่ ทีเ่ ห็นได้ชดั คือใต้ฐานปูนของพระทีน่ งั่ มีลมลอด ผ่าน เพือ่ ไล่ความชืน้ ออกไป แต่กอ่ นหน้านัน้ ความรูเ้ ท่าไม่ถงึ การณ์ ต�ำรวจตระเวนชายแดนทีเ่ คยใช้ทนี่ เี่ ป็นทีท่ ำ� การ ได้ใช้ ดินกลบใต้ฐานส่งผลให้ความชืน้ ขึน้ ไปด้านบนพระทีน่ งั่ เสาไม้ ต่าง ๆ ผุพงั ลง จึงต้องบูรณะจนสวยงามอย่างทีเ่ ห็น นอกจาก นีก้ ารจัดสวนและปลูกต้นไม้ ในพืน้ ทีต่ อ้ งใช้วชิ าการมาจัดการ เช่นกัน ทางมูลนิธพิ ระราชนิเวศน์มฤคทายวัน ร่วมกับศูนย์ การพัฒนาห้วยทรายได้รว่ มกันศึกษาวิจยั เพราะสภาพเป็นดิน เค็ม และเป็นดินปนทราย ดังนัน้ จึงต้องปรับปรุงดินก่อน โดย ใช้ใบจามจุรที รี่ ว่ งมาหมักเป็นปุย๋ หมักบ�ำรุงดิน พร้อมกันนีไ้ ด้ น้อมน�ำแนวพระราชด�ำริพระบาทสมเด็จพระเจ้าอยูห่ วั มาปรับ ใช้ สภาพพืน้ ดินทีเ่ ป็นสนามหญ้าติดริมทะเล ใช้วธิ ปี ลูกปอ เทือง แล้วไถกลบ แล้วลงหญ้าแฝกเพือ่ ให้รากหญ้าแฝกหยัง่ ลงไปในดินดาน รากจะหยัง่ ลึกได้ ๒-๓ เมตรแล้วจึงไถกลบ ขัน้ ตอนนีใ้ ช้เวลา ๓-๔ ปี เสร็จแล้วจึงปลูกหญ้าเมือ่ รดน�ำ้ น�ำ้ จืดจะลงไปช่วยกัน้ น�ำ้ ทะเลไม่ให้ซมึ ขึน้ มา ในงานสักการะต้นไม้ยงั มีจดั กิจกรรม เช่น บรรเลง ดนตรีไทยโดยเยาวชน บรรเลงเพลงทีเ่ กีย่ วเนือ่ งกับธรรมชาติ และพันธุไ์ ม้ตา่ ง ๆกิจกรรมออกร้าน สินค้าผลิตผลของพระ ราชนิเวศน์เช่น ขนมสัมปันนี ใช้สธี รรมชาติจากต้นไม้ภายใน สวน อาทิ สีเขียวจากใบเตย สีมว่ งจากดอกอัญชัน พร้อม จ�ำหน่ายไถ้เงินไถ้ทองให้ผเู้ ข้าชมสามารถร่วมสักการะต้นไม้ และนิทรรศการพรานไม้ งานสักการะต้นไม้ในปีหน้า จึงอยากขอเชิญผูส้ นใจ ร่วมงานพร้อมเพียงกันเช่นนีอ้ กี

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Volume 2 issue 12 August 2011