Hua Hin Today July 2012

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Volume 9 Issue 9 July 2012

Hua Hin Today would like to wish all our faithful Readers and Advertisers a very Happy New Year and may all your wishes come true in a Safer – Greener and Healthier 2012

Regular Flights to and from Bangkok

Thai Regional airlines have started regular flights between Bangkok and Hua Hin‌ Read about the flights and schedules in our property section on page 13.

Swedish Honorary Consulate opens in Dusit Thani Hotel

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Swedish Honorary Consulate in Hua Hin was opened. The Honorary Consul in Hua Hin will be Khun Victor Sukseree, General Manager of the 5-star Hotel Dusit Thani Hotel.

The approval of the new Honorary Consulate in Hua Hin was actually already given in 2009, but due to changing governments the paperwork took more time than expected.

However, the final papers were signed in April by the Thai authorities on behalf of the Royal Thai government.

The consulate will have its official opening in September, but is in fact already open and providing its services. The Swedish Honorary Consulate in Hua Hin will have the provinces of Phetchaburi and Prachuap Khirikhan as its working areas. ...Continued on page C...

Amazing Thailand - Season Sales at Market Village Discounts up to 70% - Until August 15

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Editorial Foreword

mazing Thailand…according to an editorial from a economy, only by growing your way out journalist who has been visiting Thailand frequently, of it,” he added. Mr Soros, speaking at a The Amazing is still there but the smile is gone. John conference in Italy, was referring to the travelled to Thailand for 30 years, lived with Thai families drastic austerity measures that have been both in Bangkok and out in the country and does confirm implemented across Europe, measures that that financial hardships, ever increasing prices and authority are now being questioned by a growing number of politicians and commentators. behavior has changed their smile to a frown.

As his predictions came on June the 4th, we Now even if a frown is a smile turned upside down. It goes have until September the 4th to continue well noted that within a period of 10 years that yours truly has our road show. been roaming the plains of Hua Hin, change has been noticed.

Not always for the best. Unfriendly people, sometimes even This all looks more like an escalating aggressive. However I have seen many unfriendly gestures banking melt down. Spain, Italy, from farang to Thai and as we say in our country: “what goes Portugal, Ireland ? Hold your breath ! around comes around”.

President Obama wants to be elected Just wanted to let you know I received a 2012 Social Security again as moving is always a messy thing Stimulus Package from my European Social Security . Two terms in the white house is a lot Organization, worried about my wellbeing and wanted to better than 1. The kitchen has gotten used ensure that I receive retirement alimonies, for many more to making chicken in different ways so years to come, or do they call that pocket money retirement change is unwanted there as well. What makes a perfect English gentlemen nowadays? The perfect British gentleman contributions in your country ?. once sported a moustache, wore a white tie with pride, ate Anyway, it contained two tomato seeds, cornbread mix, two Kedgeree for breakfast and was never seen without a cigarette discount coupons to KFC, an “ I love you” Angela Merkel in his mouth. Today´s gentleman is tieless, eats muesli, – Hollande - Cameron bumper sticker, a prayer rug and a chews Nicolette gum and is clean shaven, drives a Landrover ‘Blame it on Greece poster for my front yard. The directions Discovery, drinks Pinot Noir from New Zealand, picks up were in Greek. Yours should arrive soon. For translations, a brew at the Hilton Beer house, a schnitzel from Schlinky contact yours truly. and goes skiing in Val d´Isère. Let´s face it, as we get older, Doing a research on Billionaire investor George Soros who has our urge to have a midnight or early morning Pee intensifies. warned European leaders they have a “three-month window” Nothing is more annoying than being woken up mid-slumber to save the Euro. He said he believed Greece would elect a because you have to go to the bathroom. government willing to abide by loan conditions imposed by While you may chastise yourself for drinking too much wine the EU in this month’s elections which they did. with dinner and vow never to do that again, your urgency to But he said the German economy would begin to weaken in the pee may have more to do with your genes than how much you autumn, making it much harder for Chancellor Angela Merkel drank before bed. Our genes could very well be responsible to provide further support. He said leaders did not understand for those annoying, have-to-pee 2am awakenings. Thanks, “the nature of the crisis”. He said that while European leaders mom and dad! In the meantime, if your doctor has ruled out were focusing on debt levels, the crisis was “more of a banking any medical issues, here are some tips that may help you get a problem and a problem of competitiveness”. For this reason, good—and uninterrupted—night’s sleep: he said, they had “applied the wrong remedy”.

1. Put down that drink. Reducing the amount of fluid you “You cannot reduce the debt burden by shrinking the drink before you hit the hay is an obvious solution to urinating

less during the night. In particular, watch out for diuretics such as alcohol and caffeine, which can actually increase the urgency to pee. Avoid them starting four hours before bedtime.

2. Alleviate leg swelling. Believe it or not, elevating swollen legs so they’re level with your heart a couple of hours before bedtime can reduce the urgency to urinate during the night. “When we lie down, we absorb all of the fluid from those swollen tissues, which then goes to the kidneys for urine production,” explains Ridgeway. By releasing that extra fluid before bedtime, you can reduce the likelihood of having to use the bathroom later on. So much for my scientific contribution. Have you been to the Water Park? There is a rainy season promotion of 50%.

It is really nice there, kids can play, food is good and reasonably priced. Just a bit far away for a bike ride. They could use a shuttle like every hour from the clock tower. M&M still my favourite café at Market Village whereas food placed growing like mushrooms. There are a few places along Petschkasem road going South from Market Village where food is good and inexpensive. A bit of a walk but worth it. Into Soi 102 which is paved now smartly with a concrete road you will find a few pubs on the right after the railroad crossing, among others the Squeeling Pig, Bobby´s, Sinatra´s and La Familia, a new family type of Pizza & Pasta, all well equipped with the necessary draught releasers at rock bottom prices.

Yours truly GMoss

58 Naresdamri road Hua Hin Prachuabkirikhan 77110 Thailand Phone :+66 (32) 909 095 Fax :+66 (32) 511 534

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Phetchakasem Road Improvement Needed

Shopping Fever Set to Soar For Visa Cardholders

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he urgent project to improve the Phetchakasem Road has lately been discussed and supported by the Police iscounts and prizes galore for international awareness and interest in the Grand Sale and has Commander of Prachuab Khirikhan, the and local Visa cardholders during Amazing resulted in an increase in sales. Another factor Superintendent of Hua Hin, the Hua Hin Land Thailand Grand Sale 2012. Shopaholics and was the competition that we launched to win a Transport Office and the Hua Hin Municipality. travel enthusiasts should get packing and fantastic 30-day holiday in Thailand, which was take advantage of attractive Visa cardholder won by a Malaysian tourist, and that is a contest Aiming to introduce Phetchakasem Road as discounts and rewards at the annual Amazing that we shall be running again this year. a good model of a well-organized street, the Thailand Grand Sale organized by the Tourism He added: “With the addition of exciting new project will prohibit any advertisement boards, Authority of Thailand (TAT) and supported by shopping venues along with existing favorites, roadside parking and taking of footpath for Visa. tourists will have an astounding range of personal use.

To kick-start the annual shopping extravaganza, products and services to choose from and we From a meeting on the 14th of June 2012 at Visa and TAT have launched a series of look forward to promoting the Grand Sale and the Hua Hin Municipality chaired by the Pol. promotions and prizes for all shoppers. These Thailand throughout the region.”

Maj. Gen. Wichien Tantawiriya and the Hua include the “Miracle 30-Day in Thailand” prize During the Amazing Thailand Grand Sale Hin Superintendent Pol. Gen. Damrongsak for overseas shoppers and the chance to win a 2011, Thai retailers brought in THB27.4 billion Thong-ngamtrakul, road improvement will be THB 1 million gift voucher for local shoppers. in sales from foreign-issued Visa cards, a 34 To qualify for either draw, shoppers simply need percent increase on the same period in 2010. done by a tunnel that serves as an entrance and to spend THB 500 on a single receipt between The THB 27.4 billion spend shows continued exit to and from Hua Hin to the Klai Kangwon 15 June and 15 August 2012 at participating strong performances in the tourism and retail Royal Palace. merchants for a chance at winning. Shoppers industries last year. Visa cardholders from US, According to Maj. Gen. Wichien, the area that can enjoy double chances to win when they pay Australia and the UK were the top three spenders needs the improvement is full of advertisement with their Visa card. and the top spend categories, excluding airfare boards which distract drivers. Some areas, As well as the prize draws, all Visa cardholders and accommodation, were jewelry, hospitals especially roads in front of the Hua Hin Hospital, are under construction which is will also enjoy up to 80 percent discounts and duty-free. and other privileges from more than 15,000 To encourage more visitors to visit Thailand not completed on time, thus often causing participating merchants in Bangkok, Chiang during the Amazing Thailand Grand Sale 2012, Mai, Pattaya, Hua Hin, Samui, Hadyai and Visa has worked with TAT to roll out a series Phuket. of roadshows in key markets and leveraged its Somboon Krobteeranon, Country Manager, global network to promote the Sale overseas Thailand, Visa said: “Thailand is renowned either through Visa-led marketing campaigns or as one of the best shopping destinations in the in conjunction with client banks and merchants. world and Visa is committed to ensuring that The source markets include Singapore, we provide even greater incentives so everyone Vietnam, the Philippines, China, Japan, Taiwan, Josh Wood comes to Chiva-Som, can take advantage during this shopping South Korea as well as Oman, UAE, Bahrain ThailandHair Colourist in Residence extravaganza. We have partnered with the and Qatar.

13th – 15th July 2012 Tourism Authority of Thailand since the launch For a complete list of participating merchants, lobally renowned hair colourist Josh of this promotion more than 13 years ago and promotions and terms and conditions please Wood has been appointed Colourist in we believe that this year will be even bigger and visit www.tourismthailand.org. For more Residence at Chiva-Som, Thailand. Josh better than ever. information on Visa cardholders benefits and will be hosting a series of pop up Josh Wood “Partly, this is due to our promotion programmes privileges around the world, please visit www. Ateliers at the resort from 13th – 15th July, with in key target markets which generates more visagoexplore.com . further dates to be confirmed for November this year and January 2013.During the events, Josh will offer guests his signature colouring techniques, one to one colour consultations and hair treatments. Josh has opened his books to new clients, allowing guests at the resort to further enhance their ‘haven of life’ experience. For over 15 years, Chiva-Som has been widely regarded as the best destination spa in the world. At its Hua Hin resort, ChivaSom offers highly personalised, goal-oriented programmes embracing spa, fitness, holistic health and medical spa, helping guests to create a personal path to health, wellness and beauty; bringing in Josh as Colourist in Residence will bring another dimension to the Chiva-Som’s world-class offering. Josh plays a major role in defining cutting edge trends by collaborating on some of the hottest catwalk shows, and has also acted as a Global Wella Professionals Colour ambassador since January 2008. offer at least 10 different kinds of curries About Chiva-Som www.chivasom.com: from North to South with rice noodles, Since opening, Chiva-Som has become the yellow noodles or spaghetti. Famous Kao Soi benchmark for excellence and innovation from Chiang Mai and other goodies are served at Thai local prices. in its arena, fusing Eastern philosophies We also have a fresh vegetable buffet, Thai dessert specialties, Ice cream, herbal with Western diagnostic skill, combined with Thailand’s unique hospitality. Meaning teas and other fresh drinks. Fresh coffee and smoothies available.

“Haven of Life”, this beachfront resort it is a secluded world of beauty and serenity. ChivaSom represents tranquility at its best with luxurious accommodation nestled within lush tropical gardens in the Royal city of Hua Hin, 34/7 Soi Moodbaan Khao Noi, Klongchollapratan rd. Hua Hin, Prachuabkirikhan less than three hours by car south of Bangkok.

About Josh Wood www.joshwoodcolour.

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road accidents. Others, such as areas in front of Plearn Wan and Bun Thavorn, are used as a roadside parking area, causing traffic congestion within Hua Hin. To make things worse, many footpaths along the road are taken by some food sellers, making it difficult to walk conveniently.

Highly concerned with the problems, the Hua Hin authorities launch this project to fix the road and make it better organized with the hope that, upon its completion, Phetchakasem Road will look like Rachadamnern Avenue in Bangkok and serve as a gateway to Hua Hin for both royal family members and tourists.

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industries foremost trend setters and his work has impacted the international beauty landscape for nearly two decades. Wood is credited as being the most influential and respected hair colourist in the world and is Wella Professional Global Creative Director, Colour. As his reputation increases the demand for his work grows ever stronger with Josh contributing on a wealth of high profile campaigns and editorial features in some of the world’s leading publications. Highlights have included British, US and Japanese Vogue, Elle, Grazia and W magazine alongside collaborating on catwalk shows including McQueen, Louis Vuitton, Jean Paul Gaultier, Haider Ackerman and Marc Jacobs. In 2010 Josh won the Hair Icon award in the P&G Beauty Awards voted for by his peers and UK media. 2011 saw Josh embark on the most exciting phase of his career to date with the launch of the Josh Wood Atelier which opened its Notting Hill doors in September. As a creative atelier the space acts as a hub for Wood and his dream. Josh Wood Atelier is at 6 Lansdowne Mews, London, W11 3AN and appointments are available by calling 020 3393 0977.For further information on Chiva-Som please contact Flora Gandolfo (flora@ bacall.net) or Katie Hamilton (katie@ bacall.net) at Bacall Associates, tel: +44 8704 288 401.

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Hua Hin Women Connect with Chicky Net

hese days, Hua Hin women are finding it main benefits that Chicky Net easier to connect through the Chicky Net, members appreciate. the social network for women in Thailand.

Event listings include Chicky Chicky Net (www.chickynet.com) is a free- Net member-only events, such membership website that aims to help (mostly as Meet-and-Greets at cocktail expat) women to navigate the challenges in bars or DVD/Book Exchanges Thailand, to connect with like-minded women, at popular restaurants. The and to encourage visitors to Thailand to make listings also inform members the most of their stay, whether it be a few about public events going on around town. Not only can weeks or a lifetime. members learn about new The site offers forums where members post activities, they can also find discussion topics that cover everything other interested women to join from the best restaurants, visa advice, and them at the event. international schools to exercise classes, hairdressers and Thai cultural etiquette. Other features of the site Answers are all provided by other Chicky include classifieds, blogs, expat interviews, Net members ensuring that the advice is from member-led groups and a private messaging other women’s personal experience and not tool. The site is user-friendly and aims to influenced by advertising. The opportunity to increase women networking online and in real receive valuable authentic suggestions from life. fellow women expats or travellers is one of the The site, now in its third year, serves a growing

Tapas lunch. The forum is abuzz with talk of Hua Hin hairdressers, where to find personalized birthday cakes and comments about Hua Hin home insurance.

The Chicky Net team, led by founder Berthe Mandaat, a Dutch native, aims first and foremost to create a supportive atmosphere of friendship and information sharing between women in Thailand.

membership of over 2,000 women around the country. The site has separate areas for popular regions of Thailand including Bangkok, Chiang Mai, Hua Hin, and Phuket.

Hua Hin’s membership has been growing and members are currently enjoying events such as a DVD/Book swap, ten pin bowling and a

“Living in Thailand can be overwhelming and isolating for some. Others may have lived here a long time but may still be interested to meet new people outside of their regular social circles. Chicky Net takes pride in meeting the needs of a diverse range of expat women in Thailand,” explains Mandaat, “We are able to do this, particularly because our network is user-driven. It is the advice and relationships between the members that makes Chicky Net such a helpful tool for women living in Thailand.”

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K.Pairot Monitors Hua Hin Court Construction Site O n June the Chairman of the Supreme Court Mr. Pairot Wayyuphab and his delegates visited Hua Hin to monitor a construction site of the Hua Hin Court. The 2-Rai construction site, located on the way up to Chong Pradu, will have a 2-storey building facing the northern road.

The building consists of 5 courtrooms, a lawyers’ office, a prosecutors’ office, an office for judges of the joint-court for child and youth cases, a meeting room, a bench room and jails for male and female prisoners.

The construction project, carried out by S.P.E. Development Co. Ltd. in Bangkok, costs 110 million Baht and will take around 3 more months to complete.

The visiting group said that after the

contractor completed the work in the end of this year or the beginning of next year, the new court of Hua Hin would be ready to function. However, more personnel including 5 or 6 judges will be recruited to work there and jurisdiction on how to decentralize the court work in Hua Hin, Pranburi and Sam Roi Yod will be discussed before being formally announced in the Royal Gazette.

According to Mr. Pairot, this new court is named, “Hua Hin Provincial Court” because its central office is in Prachuab Khirikhan. It is built in Hua Hin to facilitate local people in the city who would like to do any legal and judicial matters conveniently as Hua Hin is a place where many Thais and foreigners choose stay or visit.

Hua Hin Marching Band awarded 1st Prize

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marching band from Hua Hin Witthayalai School was awarded the 1st prize and the trophy of Princess Maha Chakri Sirindhorn for their exuberant and fantastic performance in a national competition in Bangkok.

The band leader Mr. Namkiat Siengsai said that the band, consisting of students at the lower secondary education level, entered into the national competition organized by Siam Yamaha in Muang Thong Thani, Bangkok. A total of 23 schools throughout the country took part in the event. This competition categorizes the participants in terms of their education: primary, lower and higher secondary levels.

There is also a parade competition of general public. The marching band from Hua Hin Witthayalai School’s performance, which took around 15 minutes, made use of a stage show featuring 4 elements according to traditional Thai belief: earth, water, wind and fire.

Certainly, the audience was awe-struck by the show.

After 2 days of competition, the Hua Hin Witthayalai marching band was ranked the first of the lower secondary education level to receive the trophy of Princess Sirindhorn.

With a total of 80 male and female members along with other 20 trainers led by Mr. Sathit Semayai and Mr. Jessada Kaenchan, the Hua Hin Witthayalai marching band boasted a unique and wonderful show never made before.

Its highlight includes beautiful and rhythmic marching in unison with the music.

Mr. Namkiat added that, although the team won the national competition, it still practices more

and has to be creative as the performance needs an upgrade so that the level is equal to other big and well-known schools in Bangkok. In terms of training the band members, instructors have to understand well about them and know perfectly on how to communicate with them so that the members do as instructed without any mistakes. With constant practice and endurance of the trainers and members, the team will achieve success at last. Mr. Namkiat also talked about other marching bands from ASEAN member countries including the one from Japan, which is considered a serious competitor, because the players are physically and emotionally developed and the band has modern musical instruments. In Indonesia and Malaysia, the marching bands there are hiring Thai coaches to train the members.

However, it can be said that Thailand’s marching bands are ranked the 3rd of the world following America and Japan.

Derived from the Forest Scout Group, the Thai marching band is initiated during the reign of King Mongkut. Since then, it has been developed into marching bands of several military groups. Joining marching bands yields a lot of good benefits, especially for children, because the players will learn about selfdiscipline and teamwork apart from musical aesthetics.

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New General Manager at The Hilton

Michael Schmitt, ex General Manager of Hilton Adelaide, has moved to Hua Hin, Thailand to assume the role of General Manager for Hilton Hua Hin Resort and Spa.

of Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin recently announced the appointment of Christoph Albrecht as Resident Manager.

Mr. Albrecht, a German national, has more than 10 years experience, prior joining Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin, he was Sub Director of IBB Hotel, Menorca in Spain, General Manager of Mirihi Island Resort, Maldives and Executive Assistant Manager of Centara Grand Beach Resort Samui.

Banyan Golf Club, Hua Hin were proud to host the ‘Inter Hotel Scramble 2012’ which took place on Thursday 24th May. The format for the day was team scramble with 20% of combined individual handicaps becoming the team handicap.The event now in its 3rd year was a huge success with many hotels including Intercontinental Resort, YaiYa Resort, Chiva Som and 2011 champions S’mor Spa to name a few. Unfortunately defending champions S’mor Spa could not recapture the form that saw them victorious in 2011. Finishing the day back in 7th place.Everyone had a great day on the fairways, which made the scoring so close that the top 3 teams were separated by only 0.4 of a shot! Results: 3rd Place: Chiva Som – Nett 50.8, 2nd Place: Banyan Golf Club & Resort – Nett 50.6,2012 Champions: Intercontinental Resort/Yaiya Resort – Nett 50.4 Banyan golf Club, Hua Hin would like to also thank Hua Hin Golf Villa & Marriott Hua Hin Resort for their support.All hoteliers, start practicing…who will become the champion hotel 2013???

SKAL CLUB OF HUA HIN AND CHA AM LUNCHEON

SKAL Club of Hua Hin and Cha Am recently held the SKAL Luncheon at Putahracsa Hua Hin. Special guest, Brinley Waddell, the Secretary of SKAL Thailand shared the progress of various projects that SKAL Thailand has undertaking.

New Hotel Manager at The Putharacsa

Carmen announced a lot of music and action at Putharacsa for the coming season. It will be a pleasure for the Hua Hin Team to support Carmen and her team by all means!

Hua Hin Today wishes Michael a fresh start, Chokdi and great cooperation as always!

Jacques Mury, General Manager

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Carmen Marienberg came to Hua Hin to take over the Putharacsa Resort & Spa in June 2012.

Formerly a GM at the La Residence Hotel in Vietnam, she looks back to more than 20 years of experience in the hospitality business.

A native of Hamburg – Germany, she studied economics but accidentally was attracted to the hospitality business after her studies. She has been practically all over the world collecting experience and knowledge from Lufthansa to Mövenpick, Hilton and Centara Grand.

Michael brings with him 17 years’ experience in the hospitality industry, having spent 12 of those years with Hilton Worldwide at a variety of different properties in the United Kingdom, Germany, China and Australia. He has worked in various positions including Chef de Brigade, Assistant Night Manager, Front Office Manager, Reservations Manager, Revenue Manager, Director of Revenue Management, Director of Marketing, Director of Business Development and General Manager.

New Resident Manager at Centara Grand

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Singha Family Day

The managing agent of Singha Corp. in the upper southern part of Thailand Mr. Khanis Choksuchart and the area manager of Singha Corp. organized the “Singha Family Day” in Hua Hin and gave a motorcycle to the lucky winner of the year at Suan Buak Haad Hotel at the beginning of June.

Seen from the picture: SKAL Club of Hua Hin and Cha Am members attend the luncheon meeting at Putahracsa Hua Hin. Website: www.skalthailand.org ,Facebook http://www. facebook.com/skal.huahin.chaam

Fab Fashion Show by D Club

Happy Birthday Khun Thanapol

The owners of Thanawith Hotel Mr. Thaweesak and Mrs. Phawita Rungrertanan celebrated the 20th birthday of their beloved son Mr. Thanapol ‘The’ Rungrertanan at the beginning of June.

Andrew Stocks and The Church of Love Family

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June 2012 a fabulous and fully embellished fashion show, “Goodbye Summer 2012”, that features several hot and sexy models and winners of Domon Man. The event, taking place at the Seaside Court on G Floor in front of the Market Village, was presided over by the Municipal Chief of HuaHin Mr. NatthapholWatthanabhuti along with the media and Thai and foreign tourists. Its highlight includes the fashion show of famous brands like Domon, D. Squared, DXD and DNBK.

The Power of Love Church met at The Best Western Plus Serenity Resorts, Hua Hin to celebrate the Birthday of Mr. Andrew Stocks, one of the Founders of the Church. The Power of Love church meets every Sunday morning at 10 am at The Best Western Plus Serenity Resorts.

(Opposite Makro) The Church has almost 100 members in it’s first year and still growing! You can check the church out on facebook at: The Power of Love Church

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Centara to open two hotels in Sri Lanka

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entara Hotels & Resorts is to open its first two properties in Sri Lanka during the second half of this year named “Centara Passikudah Resort & Spa Sri Lanka” and “Centara Ceysands Resort & Spa.”Both of the resort hotels will be operated by Centara under a management contract and will be part of the company’s core brand of four-star properties.

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strategy for the Indian Ocean,” adds Thirayuth Chirathivat.

Chris Bailey, senior vice president for sales and marketing at Centara Hotels & Resorts says that the two properties will open in time for this year’s tourism high season in Sri Lanka “This is the perfect opportunity, with two beautiful resort hotels in two very different locations, to achieve a high profile in the market,” he says. “Our response from the industry is already a very positive one.”Centara Ceysands Resort & Spa with 166 units is flanked by a river on one side and a pristine beach on the other, the hotel is accessible only by ferry and all rooms have spectacular views.Room types include Superior, Deluxe, Deluxe Pool Access, Family Residences, and Suites.

Centara Passikudah Resort & Spa Sri Lanka is a 126-room property located next to the beach at Passikudah, renowned for its long stretch of shallow coastline, while Centara Ceysands Resort & Spa, Sri Lanka is located on the Paradise Island peninsula at Bentota, flanked on one side by the Indian Ocean and the other by the Bentota River.“These two superb hotels mark our debut in Sri Lanka, a market that we feel holds great promise for us,” says Restaurants include an all-day dining outlet serving Sri Lankan, Thirayuth Chirathivat, chief executive officer of Centara Hotels Asian and international cuisines and features live cooking & Resorts.“They are an important stage in our development stations while a seafood restaurant and the Ceylon Club will have an emphasis on the Ceylonese tea heritage. The hotel will also operate dinner cruises up and down the river each evening.

Centara Ceysands Resort & Spa will have a Spa Cenvaree with six treatment rooms designed for singles and couples, and a Kids’ Club.

Centara Passikudah Resort & Spa is located on a long sweeping portion of Passikudah Beach, whose shallow waters are ideal for windsurfing, kayaking and bathing.Room types include Superior, Deluxe and Premium Deluxe, Family Residence and Suites.Along with the all-day restaurant and an attractive bar lounge, the hotel will feature Spice Market Restaurant and Elements, with interactive cooking stations focusing on freshly

prepared Asian, Indian and Middle-Eastern dishes.The hotel will feature a Spa Cenvaree, a fitness centre, and a Kids’ Club.

Meetings and events will form an integral portion of the market mix featuring Vandeloos Bay Ballroom which can welcome up to 150 guests at one time and complemented by state of the art audio visual equipment and professional event specialists to assist guests and delegates in exceeding their expectations.

Centara Hotels & Resorts is Thailand’s leading operator of hotels, with 37 deluxe and first-class properties covering all the major tourist destinations in the Kingdom. A further 17 resorts in the Maldives, Philippines, Vietnam, Bali Indonesia, Sri Lanka and Mauritius Indian Ocean, brings the present total to 54 properties. Brands and properties within Centara ensure that specific categories such as couples, families, individuals, and meetings and incentives groups will all find a hotel or resort that is appropriate to their needs.

Centara operates 25 branches of Spa Cenvaree, one of Thailand’s most luxurious and innovative spa brands, together with its newly launched value brand Cense by Spa Cenvaree, which provides core spa services for busy travellers. The company’s Kids’ Club is available at all the family-friendly resorts to ensure that the youngsters and teens are taken care of. Centara Hotels & Resorts also operates two state-of-the-art convention centres in Bangkok, and two in northeastern Thailand, one being located in Udon Thani and the other in Khon Kaen For more information and reservations, please contact tel. +662 101 1234 ext 1 or e-mail to reservations@chr.co.th or visit our website at http://www.centarahotelsresorts.com

Thai-Swedish Chamber

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of Commerce Soldiers on with Property Initiative

he Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce is preparing a new issue of the exclusive Thai Property Guide (TPG). It is due to be launched this fall, part of a long-term effort in promoting Thailand for second home investment.

“Demand for a second home in Thailand is high among Swedish and Scandinavian citizens due to very high visitor numbers from those nationalities. Scandinavians are increasingly also moving to set up businesses and work in Asia, especially in Singapore and China. It is these prospective investors’ need for continued unbiased and reliable advice how to acquire property in Thailand that prompts us to produce a second and completely updated issue of this publication,” says Mr Kenneth Radencrantz, President of the Thai-Swedish Chamber of Commerce, TSCC.

on second home investment here is significant.

“This second edition of TPG will not only provide crucial information for foreigners looking for a second home in Thailand, it will also provide a rare gateway to this niche market for other related industries including travel & leisure, health & wellness, insurance, transportation, etc.” says Supakorn Kijkanakorn from Nishaville development, who currently supports TPG. The new publication will contain up-todate information on how to buy property, Thai property law and related subjects.

Also included are other relevant topics, for example medical insurance, medical care, international and Scandinavian schools and banking.

The purpose is to give not only Scandinavians but also all other foreigners Many Swedish and Scandinavian adequate and objective information about families have bought residential property, topics to be considered when investing in including condos, in Thailand and we a second home in Thailand. at TSCC see continuing interest. We Chamber of estimate that more than 20 000 Swedes The Thai-Swedish alone have invested in a second home Commerce launched its property in Thailand at a value estimated to 100 initiative back in 2008 with the Best Practices Guide for the Property billion Baht.

Sector in Thailand. Then the initiative Every year about 450 000 Swedes, continued with the new Thai Property as well as many other Scandinavian Guide published in 2011. We are the tourists, arrive in Thailand. Many of only foreign Chamber of Commerce that them would like to spend 3-6 months or provide this kind of advise to foreigners. more in Thailand every year (and some are already doing so), particularly when “Our publication is unique. It is the only they reach retirement age. Thus the such guide backed up with full support increasing interest to acquire a second from a foreign chamber of commerce home in Thailand. Buying property in Thailand. TPG is neutral and factual, there is not easy, however, and may a valuable tool for any foreigner in have consequences not anticipated. The need of advice how to acquire property need for genuine, relevant information in Thailand,” states President Kenneth

Radencrantz of TSCC. Aside this core product the initiative functions as an advocacy for the promotion of a positive, secure and solid second home abroad market in Thailand.

A meeting point for residential buyers and sellers and forum for knowledge exchange; it has its online communicative platform via www.swecham.com/ property.

For questions and more information about TPG 2012 please contact: Executive Director Peter Björk, director@swecham.com, Telephone: +66 2354 5229, Mobile +66 897740118

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Baan View Viman Hua Hin

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Suvarnabhumi to Hua Hin Scheduled Flights

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From Left to Right : 1. Mr.Amnuay Karnjanopas, Director of SittaromResidence 2. Mr. Apichapramote Laksanaprom, Director ofSittarom Residence 3. Mr.Kasidit Manopinives, Managing director ofSittarom Residence 4. Mr.Suvarn Thansathit, Deputy managingdirector of Bangkok Bank 5. Mr.Than Siripokee, Assistant managing directorand director of urban retail business of Bangkok Bank 6. Ms.Nopakraw Kijpanont Manager of the fourregion urban retail business of Bangkok Bank

to officially support the “Baan View Viman HuaHin” with Kasidit Manopinives , Managing director of Sittarom Residence; ApichapramoteLaksanaprom Director of Sittarom Residence; Amnuay Karnjanopas, Director ofSittarom Residence; Suvarn Thansathit , Deputy managing director of BangkokBank; Than Siripokee, Assistant managing director and director of urban retailbusiness of Bangkok Bank and Nopakraw Kijpanont , Manager of the four regionurban retail business of Bangkok Bank participated at the signing ceremony.

For more information please contact: Kanokrat and Friends Co., Ltd. (PR Sittarom Residence Co.,Ltd. and Bangkok Consultancy firm) Bank Plc hassigned a financial agreement Tel 02-2842662 Fax: 0-2284-2291-2 Website: www.kanokratpr.com

Analysts give Thailand property market mixed card Bangkok’s new city plan tries to reduce urban density.

hai Regional Airlines, new premium service airlines, starts to operate it´s direct flights from Suvarnabhumi airport (BKK) - Hua Hin airport (HHN).

Hua Hin airport, located about a 15 minutes drive North of the Hua Hin town centre, holds the crown as the most beautiful airport in Thailand with its gorgeous natural surroundings. Thai Regional Airlines assumes their light frequency suitable to serve Hua Hin. The flight to Hua Hin is scenic thanks to the low flight altitude and the gorgeous Thai landscape.

Check-in time is 35 minutes before departure. Departures and arrivals to and from Bangkok at present use Suvarnabhumi International Airport which makes connections for international flights easier. Groups, or individuals, are met at the airport arrivals point, taken to the plane and then ferried by limousine to the hotel after landing. The flight takes approximately 35 minutes.

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“Thailand should have superblocks or more flexible FAR zoning, with higher FAR near public transportation to attract property development,” Mr Thongchai told a property seminar last week.

Thongchai suggested FAR rights be transferable so that a high-rise project developer could buy FAR from a nearby development with additional FAR. Assoc Prof Noppanan Tapananon, a city planning expert, said the plan was designed for the benefit of the city even if some developers disagreed with requirements such as road width.

According to predictions from the Finance Ministry, the property market will grow 5.2 per cent this year which correlates with overall GDP growth of 5.5 per cent.

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Flight Schedule : Mon – Wed – Fri – Sat – Sun BKK to Hua Hin dep. 9:50 / Hua Hin – BKK 13:30 Prices are starting up promotion THB 1,990 One way (All included) and Child under 2 free of charge. Effective: NOW. Passengers can make online booking through www. thairegionalairlines.com directly. Call Centre: 090 779 2779 , 090 779 3779.

Besides the scheduled flights to Hua Hin, Thai Regional Airlines can provide independent air charter to Huahin and many other destinations in Thailand.

Thailand’s LH Bank joins the big players

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nalysts are confident that Thailand’s property market will recover in line with the general economy this year but will be hampered by regulations.

According to the Bangkok Post, the president of Noble Development Plc, Thongchai Busrapan, expressed concerns that regulations, down payments, and price supports will hamper growth in an otherwise healthy market.

Many of the country’s top developers believe the new city plan, which follows US models, will reduce urban density.

The Post reported that Thailand’s floor-area ratio (FAR) determines the size of a building compared to the land on which it is built. That means a 1:10 ratio means one square metre of land can have 10 square metres of building on it.

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trong demand for project finance has resulted in a loan portfolio for infrastructure syndicated loans to be issued by Land and House Bank (LH Bank). As a small bank, it has the flexibility to join large investment projects with big players.LH Bank aims for a rapid growth rate of 25 per cent in its loan portfolio, over the year, with assets rising from THB90 billion US$2.9 billion to THB100 billion US$3.2 billion Over the last six years, LH Bank has reduced its loan portfolio in the real estate sector, it core banking business – including commercial loans and mortgage finance, from 80 per cent of total outstanding debt to 40 per cent, confirmed president Sasitorn Pongsathorn.

The outstanding loans value totalled THB61.3 million US$2 million in Q1 2012.Outstanding value in housing loan stands at THB 28.7 billion US$913 million – comprising 55 per cent pre-finance and 45 per cent post-finance.

LH Bank expects to balance both sectors as well as allocate a loan portfolio to wholesale

banking business in other industries on a risk-diversification basis.“We’ll focus on syndicated loans for infrastructure projects,” said President Mrs Sasitorn who believes strong loan demand for project finance should present more opportunities for the bank. LH Bank signed a syndicated loan agreement with Industrial Bank of China and Kasikornbank which funded credit line facilities of THB2.46 billion US$78,245 to Electricity Generating Plc (the Egco Group). Revenue will go towards three solar farm projects featuring sun-tracking systems, the first such privately owned projects in Thailand. Half of the credit line was awarded to the infrastructure project.

Another area to be given attention is upcountry commercial loans, particularly in logistics and warehousing.“Higher provincial loan demand and more market segmentation requires we decentralise from Bangkok,” said president Sasitorn. Shares of LHBANK closed on the Stock Exchange of Thailand at THB1.31 US$ 0.04 on Friday, according to the Bangkok Post.

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eal estate markets in the Asia Pacific region are likely to see varying fortunes in the coming months as various government policies continue to affect the sector, according to Knight Frank.

Continued government intervention in property markets across Asia has proved effective, as lending restrictions, additional taxes and protection from hot foreign money has led to a quarterly drop in mainstream prices across Malaysia, Taiwan and Singapore, its latest report shows.

China, the largest housing market on the planet also continued to see prices on a downward trend, with the central government resolute in managing a soft landing. India, which is facing a stuttering economy, also saw prices turn negative over the last three months.

In contrast to these drops however, Indonesia continued to see price rises on the back of rising incomes and urbanisation, reflecting an underlying demand for quality accommodation.

Similarly, housing markets in New Zealand and South Korea also experienced solid price appreciation over the quarter.

Australia continued to see its housing market deflate with the fifth consecutive quarterly price fall and Japan saw a continuation of the long term price falls.

The Chinese market is expected to continue to soften, however if economic data indicates a significant weakening in the economy over the year, the central government could ease some measures to stimulate activity, says Knight Frank.

Similarly in Malaysia, expectations are for prices to remain steady over the coming months, with the possibility of a modest

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o celebrate the receiving of Silver Certificate from EarthCheck – The leading benchmarking, certification and environmental management program used by the travel and tourism industry, Jacques Mury (1st row, 10th from left), General Manager of Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin, recently led his management team and staff of the hotel

open office in Hong Kong

S-based Millennium Partners, an internationally recognized developer of luxury mixed-use properties recently announced the opening of its first international office, located in Hong Kong.“As home to one of the fastest growing markets in the world, it is clear that Asia is the place to be, both now and in the coming years,” said partner Richard G. Baumert. “The opening of Millennium Partners’ office in Hong Kong greatly enhances our ability to support our local partners and owners in Asia, to work more closely with them, and to extend our reach into these exciting and rapidly emerging new markets.”Over the last few years, Millennium Partners has worked aggressively to establish unique relationships with key influencers and recognized groups in Shanghai, Guangzhou, Beijing, Taipei, and Hong Kong, enabling the company to execute localised, culturally sensitive campaigns that raise the profile of Millennium Partners and Millennium Tower in the Asian marketplace.

Driven by strong interest and sales from the Asian community in the company’s US properties, especially its latest project in San Francisco, Millennium Tower, the developer plans to introduce additional luxury residential developments in various US cities to the Asian markets, including the soon-to-be launched Millennium Place in Boston.“The launch of Millennium Partners’ Asia office represents

decline through the remainder of 2012.

In Singapore, given the large amount of supply coming onto the market, along with existing unsold inventories, prices of private residential properties are expected to continue to correct through 2012.

Indonesia is expected to continue to experience strong demand, although the effect of the new minimum down payment of 30% for mortgage loans from June 2012 could have an effect on performance, particularly in the middle to low end segments.

In Thailand, despite large amounts of supply, increasing labour, construction and land costs are being passed on from developers to purchasers, with modest price increases likely to continue through the year.

In Vietnam, with inflation moderating, the market is looking at bottoming out and could see a pickup in activity if interest rates are able to be eased further.

In Hong Kong, buyers are expected to remain more reluctant to make purchase decisions, amid uncertainty in the world economy. House prices are expected to therefore soften during the year, but at a modest rate, given limited supply.

India is likely to continue to see an uneven year, with the cities that experience high levels of speculative demand likely to be more volatile than those based primarily on end user demand. he local currency return for Asian In Australia, with sentiment remaining weak, commercial property investment was 8.4 the market is hopefully looking to a further interest rate cut to potentially stimulate per cent in 2011, reported the IPD Pan Asia demand and bring about a pick up in volumes Return Research (PARR).

Year-on-year, this was an improvement than and prices. the rate of 6.6 per cent in 2010.The Pan Asia 2011 return combines an income return of 5.6 per cent with a capital growth of 2.7 per cent.

IPD have conducted their largest sample of Asia investment property, to date. Research was sponsored by Invesco Real Estate and J P Morgan and included China, Hong Kong, Indonesia, Japan, Korea, Malaysia, Singapore, Taiwan, and Thailand. The largest sample of Asia investment property and includes assets worth US$244.3 billion – a growth of 20 per cent, year-on-year. The annual research increases transparency, promotes better governance, and aids improvements in best practices across local property markets throughout Asia. Dr Kevin Swaddle, managing director of IPD Asia said: “While most of Asia’s property investment markets improved a little last year, the Chinese markets soared with a return of 18 per cent. Still, there was a wide range of returns included in the 2011 Pan Asia composite, from a high of 22.3 per cent for Hong Kong to 3.4 per cent for Japan.

The continuing poor performance in Japanese to clean the beach and the Damnernkasem property, the largest segment of the index, will public road heading to the beach. On this be of little surprise to investors. special occasion, Mr. Mury also presented “Some of the markets are up on last year, Garbage Bins for the public beach to Hua and a few down. But the key finding is that Hin Municipality, which was represented by the top three markets are all influenced by Nattapol Wantanaphuti (1st row, 7th from China: Hong Kong, the Mainland itself and Taiwan.”Thomas Au, director, head of Asia right), Clerk of Hua Hin Municipality.

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an ideal convergence of opportunities for our partners and for discerning owners,” added Baumert. ” It is a great opportunity to take advantage of the favourable real estate prices in the US compared with many Asian cities, and to access residential developments in the most culturally diverse cities.”

PD Pan Asia Return Research reveal results

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Asia said: “The solid performance reflects strong fundamentals of the APAC market. The wide range of returns across different markets and sectors suggest that there are many different opportunities available for investors in this region.”

Presently, Asia returns yield higher than those in Europe.“Values in Asia, and their continuing growth, are in doubt, but the previously stable income holds of Europe offer little better risk aversion potential. The US is still seeing strong double-digit returns, but this is not expected to continue next year. In the current global market it is becoming more and more difficult to find safe havens,” said Dr Swaddle. The weighted local currency Pan Asia return, over the previous five years was 6.2 per cent per year – combining an annual income return of 5.3 per cent and an annual capital return of 0.9 per cent.

Hong Kong rated consistently top with an annualised return of 16 per cent, per year.

Japan had the lowest return at 1.6 per cent, per year. Both countries have occupied the top and bottom positions, over two, three and four years annualised. Significantly ahead of office returns, retail property had an annualised return of 8.5 per cent over the five-year span. Office returns achieved 5.9 per cent. David Chen, managing director, Head of Global Real Assets – Asia at J.P. Morgan Asset Management said: “The data illustrates why we believe the property markets offer attractive opportunities to harness the growth in Asia.”The research will be announced throughout global events in: Tokyo, Seoul, London, Shanghai, Hong Kong, Kuala Lumpur, and Singapore.

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Ace lifts Mathis to PGA lead as Webb, Bubba lurk

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ustralian Nathan Green, Sweden’s Fredrik Jacobson and American Will Claxton shared second on 65 with 10 rivals another stroke adrift, including new US Open champion Webb Simpson and US compatriot Bubba Watson, the 2012 Masters winner.

Mathis, who began on the back nine, opened with a birdie and then aced the par-3 11th and followed that up with birdies on three of the next four holes to reach six-under after six holes.

He answered a bogey at 18 with a birdie at three and a bogey at the par-3 eighth by closing with a birdie to sit atop the leaderboard for the first time since last year’s opening round at Memphis.

“I was hitting a lot of great shots,” Mathis said.

“To make a hole-in-one at 11 and a long putt on 12 just really got me jump-started for the day.”

The ace was his shot of the day.

“We were just trying to cut a 9-iron in there to that back right pin and I hit it just pretty much perfect where we were looking to hit it. It kind of bounced a little right and went right in the hole. It was cool.”

Mathis, who missed the cut in 10 of his first 11 events this season, isn’t thinking about a title just yet, however.

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Banyan Golf Club recently held its annual Club Championship for all members of the club

David Mathis fired his first hole-in-one at a US PGA event on the way to a six-under par 64 and a one-stroke lead after the first round of the Travelers Championship.

“I’ve been in this spot before, but there’s so much golf left, you’re just thankful to play a solid round. It’s all about trying to build on it and being there toward the end and giving yourself an opportunity to win.”

Simpson, coming off his first major title last week at The Olympic Club in San Francisco, decided to play this week as he planned to repay the loyalty shown to him in 2008 as a young player out of college when sponsors gave him an exemption to participate in the event.

Sponsors paired him with Watson and 2011 PGA Championship winner Keegan Bradley in a trio of reigning major champions from the United States.

“It was fun,” Simpson said. “It took a lot of pressure off me because I’m not the only stand-out guy in the group. It did relieve a little stress.”

Simpson opened with a birdie and added another at the par-5 sixth. He had back-to-back birdies at 12 and 13 and another at the par-4 15th before his lone bogey of the day at the par-3 16th.

“I’m definitely pleased,” Simpson said. “I knew it was going to be a tough round to come out and really focus and put last week behind me.

“But we got off to a good start as a group, two of us birdied No. 1, and it was just fun playing with those guys. We just kind of fed off each other and just played a good solid round.”

And for the first time, Simpson was introduced as a US Open champion.

“That was pretty cool on the first tee,” Simpson said. “I never really dreamed that I would hear that, but when I heard it, I kind of smiled inside.”

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he course maintenance team had been busy in the weeks prior to the event getting the playing condition up to tournament level to ensure all golfers enjoyed close to professional standards.

The Club Championship is now in its second year and must be considered as one of the clubs main events, and the winners (both men & women) have their names engraved on the Club Championship trophy as well as on the Club Champions Wall in Mulligan’s Pub. The golf was followed by a Prize-giving BBQ whew the management & team members

were on standby to welcome the new Club Champions. Club General Manager, Stacey Walton commented, “It’s great to see the club members participate in the Club Championship.

This is club history in the making as over the coming years, more & more names will be added to our Champions Wall of Fame.

Congratulations to our 2012 Champions. We hope to see them back next year to defend their hard earned titles” The Banyan Club Champions for 2012 are; Ladies: Khun Ampika Sangwichai Men’s: Manfred Lanter

GOLFER AT THE DENTIST

This one may bring a little mist to your eyes...only a golfer would understand

A man and his wife walked into a dentist’s sir?” office. The man said to the dentist, “Doc, I’m in The man turned to his wife and said, “Open one heck of a hurry I have two buddies sitting your mouth Honey, and show him........” out in my car waiting for us to go play golf, so forget about the anesthetic, I don’t have time for the gums to get numb. I just want you to pull the tooth, and be done with it! We have a 10:00 AM tee time at the best golf course in town and it’s 9:30 already...

I don’t have time to wait for the anesthetic to work!’

The dentist thought to himself, “My goodness, this is surely a very brave man asking to have his tooth pulled without using anything to kill the pain.” So the dentist asks him, “Which tooth is it

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Director of Operations, Stuart Daly explains: “Our members & regular visitors are always asking us to create new events for them to try out and this is exactly how Power Tee was born. At first a concept is created, but intimately, it is only after we have tried it out with golfers that we know if it works. Power Tee was played as a 9 hole round where golfers had to play 2 Black tees, 2 White tees & 2 Red tees in the first 6 holes. The final 3 holes could be played from any tee they choose. Regular Stableford points were awarded for play from the Red Tee, and 1 & 2 extra bonus points were awarded for player from White & Black tees respectfully.

The white & Red tees were strategically placed

to give golfer a real sense of Risk & reward golf. Players could choose to drive shorter Par 4’s from the whites or red, and take on the Par 5’s in 2 shots. All with knowledge of bonus points on offer. It was s lot of fun, and we had golfers of all levels playing, from Tour Professionals to complete beginners. The feedback was great and this is a format we will certainly be doing again in future. It gives golfers a completely new sense of playing a familiar course, as they are forced to play from tee boxes they may not otherwise play. Scores ranged from 34 points to 22 points (9 holes!!)

Stay tuned, you will certainly be hearing more from “Power Tee” at Banyan Golf Club

reserve Hua Hin Rock’n’Roll Pasta Party for Mangrove Reforestation – Hin Lek Fai Hill The Preserve Hua Hin Group held a fundraising Rock’n’Roll Pasta Party at the Hin Lek Fai Hill viewpoint overlooking Hua Hin on May 5. The funds generated are earmarked for a Mangrove Reforestation and the development of a Mangrove Ecosystem Education project at Wat Khao Klai Lat in Khao Takiab, Hua Hin. Three bands entertained the audience including the Tang Kay Rumble Classic Rock Band, the Khun Buay Country Rock Band, and the Diggity Remedy Acoustic Rock Band.

The party took place the evening before the Preserve Hua Hin 9th Annual Heavy Half Marathon and included an Italian pasta buffet catered by Chiva-Som International Health Resort, and beverages by Hua Hin Hills Vineyard and Singha Beer.

Preserve Hua Hin 9th Heavy Half Marathon & Fun Run The 9th annual Preserve Hua Hin Heavy Half Marathon & Fun Run took place in the early

morning on Sunday, May 6, 2012. Once again it was the collaboration of the Preserve Hua Hin Group, Prachuab Khirikhan Provincial Authority, Hua Hin Municipality, and local public and private sector organizations. The objectives of this year’s marathon were to celebrate the 84th Birthday Anniversary of His Majesty the King, raise awareness on environmental and social sustainability, and motivate the public to engage in physical fitness for good health and longevity.

Beginning and ending on Hin Lek Fai hill, runners faced the grueling challenge of running down and back up the 800-meter steep incline to finish the race, and over 1,000 individuals participated in this year’s event.

Male and female categories of various age groups included 21.1 km, 10.55 km and 3 km.

Commemorative medals and T-shirts were given to all participants. Refreshments were provided by the sponsors and Chiva-Som massage therapists were on-site to provide their soothing expertise to the runners’ fatigued muscles after the race.

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Hua Hin - a rapidly growing community GreenScape & Black Lotus Development on Soi 112 - Highlights

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egal Property Partners Co.,Ltd., is one the largest homebuilders and developers of exceptionally master planned urban housing communities in Hua Hin for the last decade. As a pioneer of Master Planned Communities (MPC), Regal Property Partners Co.,Ltd stands committed to the development of an upgraded line of residential community projects.

The properties are a combination of strategically located and wisely planned land use, offering diverse opportunities integrated into single, a self-contained environmentally responsible community.

Homes that feature designs of enduring excellence and recognized value, cultivate a balanced, healthy, and active community life that fosters values and goodwill among homeowners in balance and in harmony with nature to maintain a core of high-calibre professionals whose individual expertise ensures the effectiveness and efficiency of the company’s operations.

Regal Property Partners Co.,LTD, have not only concentrated in building houses but it has always been about building homes for families.

Now, on the rapidly developing Soi 112 with a planned 4lane road to the by-pass highway which connects Hua Hin to Bangkok and the South, developments like GreenScape and Black Lotus will be high in demand.

With increasing land prices in the not to far future, investments in such projects will proof profitable.

Hua Hin is without doubt a fast growing community with multiple developments picking up the pace.

For more information on these developments, call : Regal Thailand, Office: 58 Naresdamri Road, 77110 Hua Hin. Tel: +66 (0)32 511 535 - Fax: +66 (0) 511 534 – Email: info@regalthailand.com Web:www.regalthailand. com

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Price: 5,800,000 THB

Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 2 Location: Khao Takiab Living area: 90 Sq m.

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Price: 11,000,000 THB

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

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Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 2 Location: Cha Am Grand Condo Tel Living area: 177 Sq m.

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Bedrooms: 2 Bathrooms: 2 Location: Hua Hin Soi 94 Plot size: 692 Sq m

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Plot size: 480 Sq m.

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3 bedrooms + 1 maid room, 4 bathrooms, Land area: 600 Sqm. Living area: 342 Sqm., Security 24 hours, club house and fully furnished.

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

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Shopping in Hua Hin

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Hua Hin offers multiple shopping venues The Malls & Markets

More Shopping

The Mall – located on Petschkasem road next to the Colonnades Mall, is

Night Market - starting off at the main road in Hua Hin, Petschkasem Rd., the night market fullfills anyone dream of food, clothes, music CD´s, DVD´s until late night. Bargaining applies here!

Grand Market – located next to the San Paolo Hospital, it features, clothes, foot wear, jewelry, DVD´s, Food and anything you would find on an Asian night market and flea market with food stalls on the side. Good prices, nice bargains Hua Hin floating Market - Hua Hin Floating Market is an outside alternative to the Night Market or Morning Markets. A large artificial lake, surrounded by cultural style buildings loaded with shops, fashioned in the style of 1920s.

Sam Pan Nam Floating Market a bit similar to Hua Hin floating Market but offering more food also on Soi 112, about 6km south of town centre, Sam Pan Nam is one of the two floating markets found on the same street. Suan. Open Fri-Sat 4-11pm, Sun 4-10pm. Kao Takiab entrance of The Hyatt Regency.This trendy market in Hua Hin is picking up the pace and popularity, thanks to its selection of lovely handicrafts and chilled-out garden vibe. From furniture to fashion, as well as some quirky Hua Hin souvenirs, you can find it there. The alfresco food court under the trees at the entrance of the market is a great place to sit, eat and drink, just enjoy the evening.. with regular music performances on stage, Saturdays currently see stand-up comedians take to the open-air stage.

Cicada Market – an open air park with Flea Market bargains – Reliques – Paintings and clothes. Music and lot´s of food and draught beer. At the entrance of the Hyatt Regency on Kao Takiab Road. Opening times from Friday until Sunday 3 until 9 pm.

the oldest shopping Mall in Hua Hin. It consists of a Supermarket, Clothes Shops and an IT Center on the third floor.

Lowest supermarket prices in Hua Hin. Good selection of Western Foodstuffs.

The Colonnades Mall – Newly build, KFC restaurant, Foot wear and clothes. Not fully occupied yet.

Market Village – Large shopping mall with many restaurants, South of Hua Hin center – Sizzler, Pizza Company, KFC, Fuji and other Chinese and Thai places including an Italian Bistro. Coffee shops such as Starbucks, Black Canyon and Mix & Match. In the lower season between May and September, you will usually find 30 – 70% discounts on fashion and famous brands. There are several pharmacies and banks. A Tesco Lotus Supermarket and a Home Pro for domestic articles and tools.

Makro Supermarket – located a bit out of town heading North, focussed on restaurants and hotels but offering a variety of small portioned foodstuffs, cheeses, sausages, ingredients, vegetables, fish, meat and wines.

Villa Market – mainly focussed on foreign residents with a variety of Western food, large butchery department and probably the largest selection of wines in Hua Hin. Not the cheapest shop in town but very well supplied.

Fly Now Factory Outlet – North of Hua Hin

Computer and IT superstores

Banana IT at Market Village is an IT superstore, selling computers, peripherals and other related IT products .

3rd Floor the Mall in Hua Hin Center – a variety of IT stores and shops – Better prices than Market Village.

At Market Village and most other shops in Hua Hin, the Amazing Thailand Shopping discount is on until the middle of August

Immigration Updates Procedure and notification: The foreigner makes the notification in person, or The foreigner authorises another person to make the notification, or The foreigner makes the notification by registered mail. The notification must be made within 15 days before or after 7 days the period of 90 days expires. The first application for extension of stay by the foreigner is equivalent to the notification of staying in the Kingdom over 90 days.

Offices accepting notification: 1.Immigration offices throughout the country. 2.For foreigners who residing in Bangkok contact at Immigration Division1 Office, Chalermprakiat Government Complex,Chaengwattana Rd., Laksi ,Bangkok. 3.For foreigners carrying out duties relating to the specific law : Immigration Act , Proleum Act / Board of Investment Act / Industrial Estate Authority of Thailand Act. contact at sub-division 3 Visa extension units, Chamchuree Square Building, Floor 18 , Phatumwan, Bangkok. 4. For special Labor of three Nationalities Loas , Cambodia and Mynmar residing in Bangkok contact at Immigration Division1 , Soi SuaPlu , Satorn Rd. Notification by registered mail: 1. Photocopy of passport pages with following pages. front page showing name / surname / Passport No., ect. current visa last entry stamp of immigration last extension of visa. 2.Photocopy of departure card TM.6 click to view Example TM.6 card 3.Previous notifications of staying over 90 days (if any) click to view Example document 4.Completely filled in and signed notification form TM.47 click to view Example document (Don’t forget to sign name.) 5.Envelope with 10 Baht stamp affixed and return address of foreigner for the officer in charge to send back the lower part of form TM. 47 after having received the notification. This part must be kept for reference and for future notifications of staying over 90 days. 6.The above mentioned documents must be sent by registered mail and the receipt of the registration kept by the foreigner.

Send the mail before the renewal date 15 days to Immigration office Notice : Your registered mail must be sent to the Immigration office at least 15 days before the due date of notification. Your new form will be stamped as of the expiration date of your old receipt. Please keep your receipt of your registered mail in case of lost mail.Your document can not be processed if you have passed the 90 days limit. ( You must come to the nearest immigration office or Immigration Division 1 in person to pay fine 2,000 Baht)Waiting for reply mail over 1 month, please contact Immigration Office with your registered mail receipt.

Note : The notification of staying in the Kingdom over 90 days is in no way equivalent to a visa extension. If a foreigner staying in the kingdom over 90 days without notifying the Immigration Bureau or notifying the Immigration Bureau later than the set period, a fine of 2,000.- Baht will be collected. If a foreigner who did not make the notification of staying over 90 days is arrested, he will be fined 4,000.- Baht. If a foreigner leaves the country and re-enters, the day count starts at 1 in every case. For more information about visa www. immigration.go.th

There are multitude of Tailor and Optical shops which for some reason or the other against all odds, seem to survive each other´s competition.

Watch quality of the different shops.

In our quiet season, notice the discounts, often up to 70 % or buy 2, pay 1.

Bangkok Hospital

Gastroenterology Specialist

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angkok hospital welcomes Dr. Atkavi Sawadisavi M.D. , an experienced Gastroenterology specialist who returned from his long years practice in the USA to join the Bangkok Hospital team in Hua Hin. Dr. Atkavi not only specializes in the Gastro intestine medicine but also has a lot of experience in breast , thyroid, gall bladder, skin tumors and hernia surgery among others.

Hua Hin Today will be publishing regular contributions from the Bangkok hospital to inform our dear readers about the different options and treatments of diseases, preventive medicine and alternative medicine. In our next issue we will be bringing more on intestinal disorders and Dr. Atkavi.

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Veranda Resort & Spa

The Veranda Resort and Spa Hua Hin – Cha Am

s nestled in a tranquil corner of paradise, a few kilometres south of Cha Am, is the Veranda Resort and Spa. The resort’s beachside location is idyllic and is constantly bathed in the fresh breeze from the Gulf of Thailand. Veranda Resort and Spa has a calm, peaceful atmosphere where the smiling staffs are at their best and the guests relaxed.

Step inside the Spa’s circular reception area and the simple elegance gives the feeling of being safely cocooned, whilst anticipating the luxurious treatments. The unobtrusive display of Thann botanicallyderived products, (which are chemical and preservative free, against the use of child labour and animal testing) allows your cares to drop away whilst enjoying a nourishing herbal tea and completing a health questionnaire to ensure a wonderful spa experience.

The treatments suggested for me were Steam Room, body scrub and massage. I was carrying a severe foot injury so after explaining this to the therapist, I followed her, in blind-faith that the damage would be remembered, through another circular seating area to the ladies lockers, changing and shower room. The Steam Room is located in this area so I wrapped up in a towel, listened intently to the instructions and entered. The temperature was set in the high 40ºC and within seconds I felt all the pores in my body succumb and commence purging waste.

The male in your life does not have to miss out on a good steam, as the men’s changing room is exactly the same!

The Steam Room creates an artificial ‘fever’, so it speeds up circulation and body

during the foot scrub; my injury was gently attended to, so much so, my foot would have loved the scrub to continue for at least another five minutes!

Body scrubs in Turkish Baths appear brutal – at least what I have seen on TV - so I couldn’t help but wonder how this full body turmeric/honey/yoghurt scrub would be. However within seconds I could feel my skin tingling, thanking me for the scrub and insisting I ‘scrub’ more often. It was so pleasurable I felt sad when it was completed. The therapist then skillfully wrapped me in the cover sheet and guided me to the shower for a thorough rinse.

Stage three of my spa experience was a Balinese massage. This massage is done with warm aromatherapy oils, to enhance blood flow, oxygen and energy [“qi”, “chi”]. The combination of the long, slow massage-strokes works deeply into the

cell metabolism enabling toxic wastes to be expelled via the skin. For health safety reasons when using a steam room, it is suggested to take a cool shower every 5 minutes or so, and only stay in the Steam Room for a total of 15 minutes – if you can last that long! The staffs were monitoring my progress, so I felt completely at ease, despite the high temperature.

There are 5 treatment rooms, again the same simple elegance, tranquil garden views with no gaudy objet d’arts or colours to distract from the serenity. I was ushered to a spacious single treatment-bed room with shower, as I was about to sense the healing benefits of a turmeric body scrub.

Keeping hydrated at any time is important, but following a steam room session, it is critical. A cup of warm herbal tea awaited me in the treatment room, which I sipped

muscles, soothing damaged tissue and gives relief to strained muscles and joint pain. It will also help reduce stress and rebalance the body.

The result? Incredibly clean, soft skin buffed to perfection, totally uplifted senses and relaxed muscles.

Perhaps even more importantly, the spa delivers all the ingredients to entice you back, namely well trained therapists, world class products and a spa menu to tantalize – choose from Veranda ‘Signature Treatments’, ‘Body Massage’, ‘Body Treatments’, ‘Facial Treatments’ and related beauty services.

Treat yourself on a regular basis at Veranda Resort and Spa with their “Loyalty Program”. Allow the experienced staff to design a program for you because one visit is just not enough!

Veranda Spa is environmentally conscious and is ‘paperless’…. for your ultimate relaxing experience and Spa Menu details contact the Veranda Spa : Veranda Resort and Spa Hua Hin - Cha Am - 737/12 Mung Talay Road, Cha Am, Petchburi 76120, Thailand Tel. +66-3270-9000-099 E-mail : rsvn@ verandaresortandspa.com GPS : N12 44.442 / E99 57.894

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Criminal Law in Thailand Part XII

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Arrest—Remedies if the Arrest isn’t proper

By James Finch and Nilobon Tangprasit - Chavalit Finch & Partners, Ltd.

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his time we’ll begin to examine how your rights are protected if something goes wrong with the arrest. We’re going to do this initially by looking at some fictitious examples.

The first fictitious example is where the police come to your door. They have a warrant to arrest someone at a nearby address and they simply make a mistake.

They tell you must come with them and you do. On the way you call a Thai friend who meets you at the police station. The friend is told your identification must be verified and your passport is taken. You are then kept in a waiting room for six hours. After this, without any explanation, your passport is returned and you are told to go home.

This is a borderline case. If you lodged a complaint, such as in the cases discussed below, and the official in charge decided that the police officers involved acted in good faith, without serious negligence,

you can’t do much about it, despite the inconvenience to you. But read on.

The second fictitious example is where you’re in a restaurant with some friends.

One of them has a running feud with a local police officer, who happens also to be in the same restaurant. The officer comes over to your table and speaks Thai to your friend.

They are both Thai and you don’t understand what is said, but before you know it, the officer has arrested everyone at the table.

Outside the restaurant the officer pulls out a nightstick, swings it at your friend, but hits you instead, breaking your arm. In a few minutes a uniformed police sergeant happens by and sees what has occurred. He berates the police officer, who disappears.

He then apologizes and releases everyone.

From earlier columns you know that the arrest was improper, because it would have required a warrant. You have a number of options: • Police officers wrongfully or dishonestly discharging their duties are subject to criminal penalties of up to ten years in jail and a fine. You could, therefore, go to the Public Prosecutor, complain of the policeman’s behavior, and ask that he be prosecuted.

• Under the Act on Liability for Wrongful Acts of Officials, you could claim compensation for your broken arm with the Royal Thai Police Office.

• The police have internal rules that protect the rights of individuals and punish officers violating these rules. You could initiate an investigation against the offending officer, by lodging a complaint with the Office of

the Inspector General of the Royal Thai Police What if the officer in this case had been offduty when the incident occurred? Unlike the above case the police officer would not be considered discharging the duties of a police officer. He would thus not be exposed to the criminal penalties mentioned above.

Also, since he was not acting in an official capacity, you could not make a claim for your injuries against the Royal Thai Police Office.

Here is what you could do. The Criminal Code of Thailand provides that anyone, police officer or otherwise, who commits grievous bodily harm to another is subject to a criminal penalty of up to ten years’ imprisonment and, in effect, to pay damages to the person injured. You could, therefore, complain to the Public Prosecutor, who could prosecute the police officer.

Even though the officer was off duty, moreover, he did arrest someone as though he had been on duty and can be disciplined if the arrest was improper.

You could, therefore, lodge a complaint against him with the Office of the Inspector General of the

Royal Thai Police for arresting you 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.

Do You Trust Her/Him/Them From experience in investigating as assistant public prosecutor in government sector and as professional lawyer.

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investigating adulterous behavior, checking criminal records, checking biographies prior to employment, checking personal house registrations ,Checking marital status, divorce. investigating sources of production, distribution of counterfeit goods or Tracking piracy. investigating property,land ownership of individuals, checking registration records of Native land. (to prevent the revocation from the real Owner) Search of private property for sale or lease. ( prevent fraud and cheating ) Search for information about proceeding of cases incourt, detect evidence to engage in litigations, certification of residence for buy car,Certification of good conduct in order to adopt a child.

Legal services :

Litigation, Thai Company Registration, Contract Rivision, Thai will,

Business investment, Notarial Services Attotney.

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What is Jolly phonics?

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ducational Children books features

textbooks and revision guides for all exam olly Phonics is a new way of teaching communication skills. It leads through the natural progression of listening, as a young baby, through to speaking and eventually reading and writing. Jolly Phonics boards and age groups, from Key Stage 1 and primary education through KS2, KS3, GCSE, focuses on teaching letter sounds in an exciting and fun way.

Children do not just learn the 26 letters of the English alphabet. They learn the 42 main sounds used in the English language. It is taught through a variety of multi-sensory and fun activities. We begin by telling a short story which leads into the sound and connected action. For example, ‘S’ is a snake in the grass. Even if adults find all the actions and sounds difficult to remember, you can guarantee the children will never forget! Jolly Song ,DVD, Wall Frieze, Letter Sound Poster, Alternative Spelling & Alphabet Posters Jolly Phonics makes reading and writing so much easier. The children even develop good handwriting because of Jolly Phonics. It has amazed us all how much Jolly Phonics can enhance your child’s learning. Children read far beyond their natural reading age and really enjoy the chance to learn in such an exciting, hands on way. Stories, Finger Phonics set 1-7,The Phonics Handbook, Jolly Phonics workbooks set 1-7, Pupil colour 1-3 The Jolly Phonics system is introduced to associate the sounds of English with the letters in a fun and exciting way Word book, JP Cards set, CD-Rom games Jolly Phonics System, as well as the Oxford Reading Tree programme. They will develop their reading , writing and numeracy skills in accordance with the Early Learning Goals of the National Curriculum of England and Wales. At the end of the reception year, our children are ready to transfer to the next level of their International Education. We have established links with top schools such as Shrewsbury, Harrow, NIST, St. Andrews, and Pattana and many more Thai schools have used the Jolly Phonics system. For More information call Stephen Clark - 089 813 5658 – Email. Steve.c@ foyleseducationalbooks.com www.jollyphonicsthailand.com

Culture Classical Piano Concert At Hyatt Regency Hua Hin

AS and A2 Level and beyond. For those studying internationally, qualifications covered include the iGCSE and the International Baccalaureate (IB). Teachers and parents alike will be interested in teaching resources, including special home schooling books, classroom posters, teaching and educational aids. For researchers, students and those interested in starting an argument there is the theory and discussion on the world’s various educational methods.

A large selection of these books are available in Thailand through Stephen Clark who owns a Book Company in Bangkok and would be pleased to send you more information on Children´s Educational Books and Children´s books in General. Also see the Jolly Phonics

article.

Stephen can be contacted: Stephen Clark 089 813 5658 – steve.c@foyleseducational books.com

Baan Sillapin – Artist Village

Courtesy of Baan Sillapin

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yatt Regency Hua Hin, proudly presents a weekend classical piano concert

by Hilary Demske, the famous American pianist, on Saturday, 7 July 2012, from 7:00pm onwards at Regency Room, Hyatt Regency Hua Hin. Hilary is a seasoned performer and composer, regularly appearing across the globe. This season her recitals included Greece, Turkey, the Czech Republic, China, and across the United States. Hilary recently released debut album ‘Henry Martin: Selected Piano Music’, which has received widespread accolades.Tickets are available at Baht 1,300 net per person, including a cocktail reception before the performance.

For more information or reservations, please contact Hyatt Regency Hua Hin on: 0 3252 1234, or e-mail: huahin.regency@ hyatt.com.

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his village, situated on the hillside of Khao Hin Lek Fai, has been home to a group of artists for 15 years. Led by watercolor artist Tawee Kesa-ngam, the community allows for its 19 members to create their masterpieces in a welcoming, art-friendly environment. You can also experience this sanctuary through their fun art workshops for both adults and children.

They offer everything from papier-mâché to making your own notebooks. Alternatively, just stick to their two-hour painting classes.

Adult classes cost Baht 350 and are held every Tuesday and Thursday while it’s Baht 200 for kids, every Saturday. If you don’t feel creative, you can still come and enjoy a cup of coffee at their adorable café or browse their shop which sells antique décor items, cute handmade stuff and, of course, the artists’ work.

81 Moo 14 Hua Hin bypass, Khao Hin Lek Fai. Open Tue-Sun 10am-5pm, 032-534-830, 087167-3895. www.baansillapinhuahin.com

Health

Virus Hitches Ride in Blood to Kill Cancer Cells

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new study finds a virus can hitchhike its way to kill cancerous tumor cells without being detected and destroyed by the body’s immune system, a finding that suggests cancer might one day be treated with the aid of viruses. Reovirus is a fairly innocuous pathogen that usually does not cause serious illness in people, but researchers at the University of Leeds and The Institute of Cancer Research in Britain have shown it could one day play a very important role in helping treat cancer.

Alan Melcher, a professor of clinical oncology and bio-therapy at the University of Leeds, looked at tissue removed from 10 patients, with advanced bowel cancer, who had been injected with reovirus just prior to surgery.”When we took the tumor out of the patient, it was full of virus in nine out of the 10 patients,” Melcher says, “whereas the normal liver, which was also getting removed, had very little virus in it, if any.”

In other words, reoviruses can kill cancer cells

without harming healthy tissue, so the patients would have fewer side effects from the treatment.

But there had been concern that delivering the virus directly into cancerous tumors would be too difficult. So, in what’s known as a proofof-concept experiment, the researchers simply injected reovirus into the patients’ bloodstream.

Melcher says the reovirus appears to piggy-back on blood cells to avoid the body’s immune system and reach the cancer cells.

“We were also able to show that when you do inject virus into the blood, even though there are antibodies against the virus in the blood, the virus is able to hide from those neutralizing antibodies and to get carried essentially by blood cells as a means of potentially accessing the tumor and doing its stuff.” Other cancer trials involving reoviruses are being conducted, but this is the first time the pathogen has been shown to safely and effectively hone in on tumors through the blood.

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Hotel Promotions and Events

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

Children 1 – 6 years are usually free. Children from 6 – 11 are usually charged less -50% or more. Check with Staff.

Banyan Resort Hua Hin : Life Jazz at the Lemongrass Restaurant Hilton Hua Hin Resort & Spa on alteUrnating Saturdays Banyan Pool Villas: 1 Bedroom Villa : THB 5,799 incl Breakfast Buffet for 2 Persons

2 Bedroom Villa : 8,850 THB with Breakfast for 4 Persons. Package includes : Welcome Drink – Fresh Fruit Basket in Room – Free Bycicles Rental for 2 hours – Late Check out at 15 :00 – Including Massages : Alternatively, Thai Massage 90 Minutes – Oil Massage 60 Minutes – Foot Massage 60 Minutes – Body Scrub 60 Minutes – Herbal Compress 60 Minutes. Call for updated information : Tel: +66 (0) 3253 8888.

Banyan Golf Club – 18 hole Golf Paradise overlooking the Tab Thai Valley with stunning sunsets. Experience a world class championship award winning golf course and dining facility. Banyan Golf Club, Hua Hin, a paradise for families and golf lovers with special offers.

July 1st . Euro Blind Competition - blind pairs Stableford 12:40 Tee off – THB 2,500 Golf & BBQ. THB 1,500 dinner only.

July 11 – Power Tee Competition – Tee 3pm – THB 1,500 includes snacks.

July 15 - Golf & BBQ Dinner - Tee 12:30 – Sunset BBQ – THB 2,950 Golf & BBQ. - THB 1,500 Dinner only.

July 21 – 22 – Hyatt Open – Shotgun Tournament – Call Hyatt for more info : Tel. 032 521 234 July 29 – Golf & Wine Dinner – Tee 12:30 - Golf & Dinner (5 course) wine dinner THB 3,300.

THB 1,900 Dinner only. For further information or any reservation please contact team at 032-616-200 or reservations@banyanthailand.com For more detailed information, call 032 616 200 to ensure your participation.

Hyatt Regency Hua Hin

McFarland House - Sunday Brunch 11.30am – 15.00pm. Baht 1,500 net per person

inclusive of a bottle of sparkling wine per two persons. child 6 – 12 Baht 650. – All You Can eat Tapas - Fridays and Saturdays from, 6:00pm to 10:30pm. Baht 700 net per person.

- Afternoon Tea - Daily from 2:00pm to 6:00pm - THB 300 net per person.

All you can Eat Tapas – Wednesdays 6:30 – 10:30 pm – THB 700/person.

Figs Restaurant – Pasta and Pizza. Authentic home-made pasta dishes and pizzas & favourite Italian dishes - Baht 250 per dish, every Tuesday and Saturday from 6:30pm to 10:30pm.

Talay Thai Restaurant - Classic Thai Buffet. Every Monday from 6:30pm to 10:30pm , Baht 700 net per person for adults and Baht 350 net for children aged 6-12 with traditional Thai dances. - Hua Hin Fisherman´s night – every Friday evening between 6.30pm and 10.30pm with “Catch of the Day” and traditional Thai dances. At Baht 1,300 net per person for adults and Baht 600 net for children aged 6-12.

Curries of Thailand - Talay Thai Restaurant offers an extensive range of Thai dishes prepared live by our skilled chefs. Served in many styles, enjoy steamed Thai Jasmine Rice with your selection of curries, stir-fried or with soup. Then, after enjoying these authentic curries, sweeten your palate with a wide selection of fresh fruit and desserts.Prices are at Baht 850 net per person for adult and Baht 425 net for child 6-12 years old. Children under 6 years old dine free when accompanied by parent. Come and experience the taste of Thailand every Friday from 6:30pm to 10:30pm The Pool Lawn - Seafood BBQ buffet - Western and Thai specialties – Live Band - every Thursday 7:00pm to 10:30pm .

Baht 1,200 net for adults and Baht 600 net for children aged 6-12.

For reservations and further information, please contact Hyatt Regency Hua Hin on Hotline +66 2254 6200 or +66 3252 1234,

Intercontinental Hua Hin Resort - Promotion of July 2012 -

Felicita & Pirom Restaurant - Sunday day Champagne Brunch: Every

Sunday from 12.00 – 15.00hrs. Kiss your Sunday morning off at the InterContinental Hua Hin with talk-of-the-town Champagne Brunch featuring Champagne Duval-Leroy, Brut served on free flow, plus variety of top-notched wine selections. Our house Jazz band, exceptional choice of “In-the-know” specialties as well as palatable imported Oysters, Foie-Gras, Wagyu Beef, and a myriad variety of Thai. Italian and seafood buffets. Sunday Brunch is priced at 1,699 Baht++ for adult including carbonated drink and juices/ 850net for children between 6-12 years old - with additional 999 Baht++ for free flow Duval-Leroy Champagne and wine Azure Restaurant - Seafood BBQ on the Beach: Every Saturday from 18.30 – 22.00hrs, Saturday evening is the perfect time for beach barbecue dinner. Our beach barbecue dinner is 1,490baht ++ for adult and for an additional 900++ for unlimited wine and beer, accompanied with live Saxophone and Jazz band. Lee La Bar: open daily 11.00 – 23.00hrs. Happy Hour: from 18.00 – 19.00hrs and 21.00 – 22.00hrs, baht 555++ per person unlimited cocktails and beers. Afternoon tea: from 15 – 17pm THB 450 Daily live Jazz Band: Performance from 19.00 – 22.45hrs. Every Tuesday – Friday.

Azure Restaurant All-day dining treats range from light, create-your-own salads, pizzas and sandwiches that can be enjoyed poolside or in the breezy shade of the restaurant The evening menu gives over to appetising grilled seafood and succulent primecuts. Signature dishes include miso-glazed seabass with pumpkin creme, slow-cooked Wagyu beef cheek with fresh horseradish mashed potatoes Lunch 11.00am – 03.00pm - Dinner 06.00pm11.00pm ( last oder 10.30pm) For more information and reservation please contact: 032 619 999 or E-mail rsvn@ichuhin.com

Centara Grand Resort & Villas :

Palm Restaurant – Moonlight Dinner on the Beach – BBQ Buffet – Live Music – THB 1,400 / Person Salathai – Flavours of old Siam – Daily 1 am – 22.30 pm - Wednesdays 7 – 10:30pm Thai Buffet with live show THB 999/Person For more Information call : 032 512 021 or Email : fboffice@chr.co.th

Sheraton Hua Hin Resort & Spa :

Salas Restaurant - Italian appetizer and dessert buffet with your choice of five main courses for Baht 1,400 net per adult and Baht 700 net per child starting from 6:00 pm. – 11:00 pm. Inazia Restaurant Thai, Indian and Japanese set menus at price starting from Baht 1,800 net for two persons from 6:00 pm. – 11:00 pm. (All prices are inclusive of 10% service charge and 7% tax.) contact : Tel: 66 (0)32 708 080 Fax: 66 (0)32 708 028 or E-mail: reservations.huahin@sheraton.com

White Lotus Restaurant - All-You-Can-Eat Dim Sum.

Saturday, Sunday and on Public Holidays for THB 449/ person. Full Moon Diner - July 3 - 5 course set menue – THB 899 / Person. Every Sunday Chinese Buffet Dinner THB 899. Signature dish of the month - Steamed Pomfret with wok stir fried varieties of mushrooms in brown gravy – THB 899 / Person. Chinese Buffet - Dinner every Sunday - A fusion of Chinese, Thai and Mediterranean cuisines - THB 899 nett per adult Sky Bar - Live DJ playing up tempo funky beats from 7:00 pm – 11:00 pm (Thursday to Saturday) Mix it up. Hang out. Let your hair down. All paired with chilled beats, signature cocktails and with Chef Lanka’s mouth-watering and carefully chosen Asian Twisted Tapas.

(Except on Monday’s). Lin Chee Mojito The juicy pulp of this tropical fruit adds a sweet sensation to a very sophisticated Colada for THB 220 nett.

The Chay Had Restaurant – Signature Dish of the month : Fritto Misto di Mare in a basket with French fries & Tartar Sauce including a soft drink or a glass of local beer.

Theme Dinners: Monday – Thai Curry night. 5 best curries at THB 550 per person.

Wednesday: 5 course Wine Dinner with a glass of wine at THB 1,550 nett per person .

Aqua Pool Bar & Sunset Beach Bar - Throughout July Fruity Hula Hoop in a young coconut THB 250 – Coconut with Ice Cream for kids THB 190. Sunset Bar - brings you special daily Sunset Hours from 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm with all local beers and classic cocktails for THB 120 nett. The Market : Monday & Tuesday - Authentic Thai Terrace Dinner a la carte – Wednesday & Friday - All-you-can-eat pizza, pasta and salad buffet. THB 599 nett per adult. Thursday - Taste of Siam Thai Buffet with a live Thai musician THB 599 nett. Saturdays - International Barbeque buffet with live band THB 999.

Other Hilton Venues / Outlets - The Wine Cellar : Wines to satisfy your cravings from 12 pm – 22 pm. Cellar Burgers on Staturday & Sunday from 12pm – 14 pm. World News Coffee : Yellow and ripe Mango delight. THB 150 – The Coconut Presso – THB 80 – Cold or hot chocolat THB 100.

Milestones Jazz Bar Lounge : Sweet Tidbits -Mixed nuts cake with mango for THB 120 nett per piece. Ride the cow- Get wrapped up in Foccacia with a black pepper crusted roast beef sandwich in Foccacia bread with mustard and mayonnaise sauce for THB 160 nett. Cold Breeze served in a Jug Sugar and spice and all things nice, add Whiskey and Brandy to feel just dandy and select one of our favourite twisted Margaritas, Daiquiris, Blue Kamikazes, Mojitos or Pina Coladas for THB 850 nett. Millie Vanilly’s candy sip simply adore the rich vanilla, choc and coconut essence in this tropical Bounty for 200THB nett. Enjoy our vibrant Filipino band playing from 8:30 pm until late daily except on Sunday Cocktails on Wheels Open daily from 5:00 pm until 9:00 pm ensuring that you are hydrated in the evening.

Cocktails are available for your enjoyment either in the Lobby or for takeaway for THB 100 nett per glass. Boogie on down to the Milestones disco ball. This unique dinner setting and boogie steps like John Travolta reunite with our vibrant Philippines band and let the good old 70th to come alive. Enjoy a sumptuous and rocking buffet together with wines, beers and soft drinks for THB 1,400 nett. (including soft drinks, beer and wine) THB 700 nett per child 6-11 years old Midnight Nightcap Hour - from 12.00 – 1:00 am happy hour select one drink and the second nightcap cap is on us.

Hua Hin Brewery : Home brewed beer and Food & live Music . From Schlincky´s corner : Beef Goulasch with Home made “Schlinky” Spaetzle . THB 350 ( July 1 – 15 ) Beerhouse: with weekend coyote madness. - SOS Tugboat Bar – Live Sports on a big screen- Soccer- F1 For reservations : 032 358 999 – www.hilton.com * All prices are to be understood net + 7% Vat + 10 % Service Charge.

Putahracsa Resort & Spa - Naebkehard Rd. Hua Hin

Day Spa –All you can Spa in one day - for a sensational price – check it out!

Ob OonBakery – Belgiumcakes and pastries by Chef Frederik - Afternoon Tea every day from 15:00 THB 199 net per person, all you can eat (max3) with coffee or tea Ob Oon Bakery – Moevenpick Ice Cream Challenge every day from14:00 – 17:30 THB 599 net per person Oceanside Bar – Putahracsa Cocktail Shaking Experience, every day at 16:30 atOceanside Bar Oceanside Restaurant & Bar – Tapas,chillout music, cigars and daily Happy Hour from 17:30 – 19:00 Month of July is Steak Promotion at Oceanside Restaurant – get a free Carafe of Italianwine with two orders of steak FiestaLatina – every Friday Night with Déjà Vu at Oceanside Restaurant withBest Dancer, Raffle, Salsa Dancing and Latino Buffet for THB 699++ per person. For More Info call : 032 531 470 Ext.2 . SundayBrunch – every Sunday at 12:00 – 15:00 all you can eat buffet Sala Monsoon Restaurant - Putahracsa Culinary Cooking Experience, every day at 11:00 AM THB1500 net per person Sale 30% discount on selected items atDiaries Boutique, open 10 AM – 7 PM daily Tel. 032 531 470 www.putahracsa.com

Cool Breeze - Café - Bar& Restaurant : Tapas Tapas Tapas & Great Spanish and Mediteranean dishes

The daily Happy Hour Promotion is always available from 11am until 7pm 7 days a week. Tapas Buy 3 Pay 2, Sangria Buy 1 Get 1 Free and house wine at 99 baht a glass. A set lunch menue (6 to choose from ) at 260 Baht per set and a new Breakfast Brunch starting from 150 Baht. Cool breeze Promotion : Sunday is wine night – House wine at 99 Baht per glass, all night. Monday Tapas night, buy 3 pay 2. Tuesday Sangria Night : Buy 1 get 1 Free all night.Wednes Cocktail night 100 Baht each. All big sport events shown on wide screen. Naresdamri Road – going towards the pier. ContactTel. 032 531 062 – info@coolbreezecafebar.com

Da Mario Italian Restaurant & Pizzeria –

on Naresdamri Road – Wood Fired oven - Original Pizzas Call . 032 530 170 or 085 473 1441 for more info or directions

La Familia

: New Italian Restaurant on Soi 102 after the railroad tracks on the right side. Home made Pizza & Pasta from a popular menue. Out of town low prices. Call for directions : 0848029425.

Ye Olde Buffalo Tavern - Large outside Terrace and inside seating – Great Ambience Daily British Breakfast – Continental Menue – Steaks – Roasts, best pork spare ribs in town. Bangkok Post awarded. Everyday great dishes , Draught Beers and Ales. Sunday roasts.

Our tip for a great continental meal in a great Ambience. Corner Tomsin and Naresdamri road facing Hua Hin Port - Contact : 086 603 5335. www.buffalobillshuahin.com

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Mondo Vino

Volume 9 issue 9 July 2012

The Villazzo at V- Villas Hua Hin

by GMoss

Art & Wine Vernisage

Hua Hin Today

by GMoss

Awarded by Tatler as Thailand Best Restaurant 2012

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Villas Hua Hin is located on Petschkasem Road just before the Fly Over going South.

The sleepy luxury resort extends from the main road all the way to the beach with a wide path flanked with individual bungalows.

The result is a refined contemporary lifestyle resort for well-travelled and sophisticated individuals. From the moment you arrive at the luxurious V Villas Hua Hin, our unique, bespoke, and attentive butler services are on hand to make sure all your needs are taken care of. A combination of Thai traditional values and contemporary knowledge, the personalized service, ensures your stay is smooth whether you are on a business trip, family vacation or a romantic retreat. “The perfect guy” will be there only when you need, never intruding or overwhelming.

On arrival at V Villas Hua Hin, your butler will welcome you and introduce you to all the facilities. Within your villa, he will familiarise you with your room and its surroundings.

TheVillazzo restaurant has been recognized for its exceptional cuisine and service, as voted by the discerning readers of Thailand Tatler Magazine, the country’s leading luxury, lifestyle magazine and its website.

Dining in style at Villazzo Restaurant is just a standard feature. The resort’s chic poolside restaurant serves exquisite Alfresco Cuisine in Sunken Salas on the beach front or in a dining room with air-conditioned comfort.

The menue consists of a Pasta, Western and Thai menue. A promotional menue includes a three course dinner with a glass of red or white wine.

Couples ordering two promotional menues at

weeks to come. Don´t miss further promotions which you can find at the sore on Neab Kaehard Road or on their website, www.mondovino.co.th - 22/65 Neab Kaehard Road, Hua Hin, Retail Shop: 032-531493 Tel: 032-511274-5 Fax: 032-511274-5 #18 Email: info@mondovino.co.th

Baht 1,500 each are given a bottle of red or white wine.

My choice went out to a Cabernet Sauvignon – Summerfield – California. A full bodies red wine served at the right temperature.

Chef Tong, our exclusive star and award winner, suggested Pan fried Foie Gras on Brioche with wild Berries Pureé and micro green salad. The Foie Gras was slightly crispy but deliciously prepared, garnished with Wild Berries and Mango Chutney puree. The imported goose liver practically melted on my tongue.

As a main course, I chose the Pan fried French Duck Breast, medium rare, served on fried potato cubes and garnished with baby carrots topped with a honey glazed sweet and sour sauce. A separately added Duck sauce was fashionably served in a liquor glass with fresh Majoran.

A second main course, just for the tasting was tender Australian Lamb Chops served with potato wedges, baby tomatoes and micro salad, all cooked to perfection.

As a dessert, I was served, unasked, Créme Brûleé with fresh Berries and Vanilla Mascarpone cream.

This dessert crowned the dinner and I was glad I did not go for the ice cream.

The award is understandable as Chef Tong´s magic resulted in a delicious dinner, one to recommend to friends and foe. The price is more than reasonable, especially if you consider that you are practically dining in a restaurant of a 6 star resort.

Congratulations V Villas, you certainly deserve the award ! For reservations : Tel. +66 (0) 32 616 039 E-mail: info@vvillashuahin.com Fanpage: www.facebook.com/vvillashuahin

wines for more than 130 years.

The event took place in the stunning upper floor restaurant of the Hilton Hua Hin , The White Lotus. With 360° views of Hua Hin, this is where gourmet and romance meet.

The sky bar offered apperitives and our Chef was ready to serve the starter course with matched wines. As Starters we were served Alaskan scallop Ceviche marinated with sesame and Chinese Mandarin Gǒuqǐ berry served in a tears of heaven. The scallops were slightly marinated with a hint of sesame and citrus.

With this stater we tasted the Errazuriz Max Reserva, Sauvignon Blanc, 2011. This is a very lush wine, intensely aromatic with abundant tropical fruit such as guava and passion fruit, perfectly balanced with the mineral notes and herbal tones so typical of top-end Sauvignon Blanc. With the second starter , Crispy Golden Duck Pancakes with Chinese chives and cucumbers served with a sweet neutralized soya dressing, sweet soy sauce, neutralized by the coolness of fresh cucumber spaghetti,

in Chile, Don Nicolas Del Solar who grew up on the estate, handpicked the following wines for this Culinary Trio : Errazuriz Max Reserva,Cabernet Sauvignon, 2009, a bright ruby coloured friendly but firm wine. An Errazuriz Max Reserva,Carmenere, 2009, deep violet in colour, oaky taste, juicy wine. Last but not least, Don Maximiano, Cabernet Sauvignon, Carmenere, Syrah, Petit Verdot, 2007, pretty red colour, an outstanding youthfull, refreshing but deep sophisticated wine. The desserts featured an Emmentaler Cheese mountain with boiled peanuts and dried berries and Crumbled wild berry with fresh mint topped with Chinese Sago caviar. With the cheese, a Shiraz Max reserve 2009, Purplish ruby –red in color, fine tannins lend a velvety mouth feel, while fresh acidity adds fruity firmness and a Marie Brizard Depuis 1755, White Cacao, France liqueur made from premium cocoa beans from Venezuela and the Ivory coast along with vanilla. Wonderful full deep smell of Chocolate.

A great experience with culinary brilliance.

Bravo Hilton and Chile. A night not to forget.

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et there be no doubt , when Mondo Vino organizes a gathering , may it be a wine tasting or a culture event, it is always perfectly organized filled with good ambiance, glamour and fantastic snacks.

This time , Mondo Vino invited Hua Hin Crème de la Crème for an Art exhibition of Anne Leveque titled Art Republic On the Move which will be on exhibition from June 16th until July 2012.

The lovely host , Khun Nee, managing director , wife and right hand of husband and Mondo Vino owner Peter Kirketerp, inaugurated the opening party which started a 6:30 and saw us through the evening with a handful of hard core insisters staying for this last drop of wine and quick glance at the artwork.

Folks did purchase quite an impressive quantity of wine as Mondo Vino is extremely well selected. Wines and Champagnes from all over the world at all price levels. The sommelier, Nail Keddie can guide patrons through a wide selection of your favourite red or white wine. Don’t be misguided by his Scottish accent, he is very knowledgeable and when push comes to shove, he is an expert on ales and beer as well!

All in all, a beautiful evening to talk about for

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The Hilton Wine Tasting

n an exceptionally bright and dry June evening , the Hilton invited to a Chilenean wine tasting at the White Lotus Restaurant. The usual social Créme was present as no one really wanted to miss the promising selection of Chilean wines.

Chile is fortunate to have climate conditions that are ideal for good wine grape growing harvests. Hot summers, coastal cooling breezes, and moderate rainfall. From the premium wine producing regions of Chile come the best grapes, and it is here that Viña Errázuriz has been producing the highest quality Chilean

we enjoyed the Max Reserva, Chardonnay, 2011, Chile, A wonderfully balanced wine that delivers a prolonged, elegant finish.

The main course was composed of a trio spectaculaire consisting of Steamed crab claw wrapped in ham Xuanwei style with dried scallops and shrimps, Steamed and Crisp fried Patagonian Tooth Fish in sweet and sour tomato sauce and black soya beans and Medium roasted Wagyu Beef Marble 8 and stir fried sweet peppers with black peppers and chocolate glaze. The representative of Errazuriz Winery

Mondo Vino ‘‘Hua Hin’s Wine Experience’’

22/65 Naeb Kaehat Rd, Hua Hin (next to Putahracsa) Tel. 032 531493 www. mondovino. co. th

Hua Hin Today

Volume 9 issue 9 July 2012

Hua Hin & Promotions

July 2012

Black Lotus Restaurant -

Black Angus Steaks – Beef S andwiches – Salads – Thai and Continental dishes – Mediterranean Delicacies – Rich Desserts – International Wines – Location : Soi 112 at the GreenScape and Black Lotus Development . Call : 080899 252 342 for directions and reservations ( Try the Super Dooper Black Angus Lotus Burger !)

Sara - Jane -

Sara - Jane - International Home cooking – Thai and Continental – Massaman Curry - Skillet roasts – Steaks - Pan fried potatoes – Pasta & Pizza – Great garden – Live Music - 28/1 Poonsuk Road Hua Hin behind the Hua Hin Wat

Heaven´s Kitchen -

Promotions : Lunch every day with changing menues at Baht 199 / Person. Every Sunday cocktail party (from 2 pm to 7 pm) pay 1 get 1 free. German & Thai Food. Draught Beer – German Beers. Chomsin Road (going to the port) tel.: 032 513 805 - Web site : www.heaven-kitchen.com

Wine Connection - Promotion until 10 July – free small wine tasting from 6th

June – 10th July 2012, 22 June – Paua Bay Sauvignon Blanc – THB 799 – Bundu Star Coffee Pinotage - THB 599 – 29 June –St. Vincent Côte du Rhone THB 579 – Principesco – Pinot Grigio 479 THB – 6 July Cantine Atesine Pinot grogio THB 699. Casa de la Ermita – Jumilla – THB 499.

Petschkasem.Rd opposite Hua Hin Hospital – Satukarn Sq 2.

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Sub Red Cross Group Festival 2012

he Sub Red Cross Group of Hua Hin is organizing a fund raising festival between 29 June and 10 July 2012 at the 19-Rai Queen Sirikit’s Memorial Park.According to the secretary of Sub Red Cross Group Hua Hin Mr. Worapot Limakhom, the team is mainly responsible for assisting people from natural disasters and violence as well as helping the disadvantaged and giving support to charity events of the Red Cross youths and volunteers. The Sub Red Cross Group Festival aims to raise more funding for future activities.The event highlights a luck draw, application for post-death body organ donation, stage performances and One-Tambon-One-Product selling booths. For more information, please contact 081 808 0872.

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The Barai – Exclusive Destination Spa

CELEBRATE SUMMER AT THE BARAI - Celebrate summer with ancient Thai therapies and treatments with water to cool down the summer heat and balance your elements with spa packages specially designed for your body and mind available Spa packages offer a perfect combination between jasmine, art and science of water and Thai massage techniques. Packages include: Jasmine Body Polish with Hydro Vichy Shower - A choice of Thai Blend Aroma Massage or Traditional Thai Massage.

WATER ELEMENT RITUAL, 3.15-HOUR – BAHT 5,500++ PER PERSON OR BAHT 9,900++ PER COUPLE Sooth your body, relax the mind and freshen your spirit by luxuriating in a 3.15hour spa escape and indulge yourself with a Water Element Ritual. Package includes: Water Element Bath - Aromatherapy Massage - Relaxing Aromatherapy Facial THE BARAI BLEND SIGNATURE MASSAGE, 90 MINUTE - BAHT 3,500++ PER PERSON OR BAHT 5,900++ PER COUPLE Experience a 90-minute BARAI Blend Massage using massage oil, blended of lemongrass, ginger and mint. You will completely relax and become recharged as the therapist performs the massage using a mixture of Thai, Swedish and Aromatherapy massage techniques. For reservations and further information, please contact :Tel: +66 2254 6200 or +66 3251 1234, or e-mail: thebarai.hrhuahin@hyatt.com, www.thebarai.com.

SHERATON - Aspadeva Spa – “Touch of Aspadeva” Spa Promotion Thai Touch: discover the ancient art of aromatherapy and experience

the healing powers of essential oils and help to balance Mind, body and soul - 15 min. Thai Herbal Steam - 45 min Thai Herbal Scrub - 60 min. Traditional Thai Massage or Secret Thai Facial. Mandarin Orange Touch: 15 min. Mandarin Orange Steam - 45 min. Mandarin Salt Body Glow Scrub - 60 min. Swedish Massage with Orange oil.

Contact Aspadeva Spa at Tel: 66 (0)32 708 235 E-mail: spa.huahin@sheraton.com, Resort Reservation Tel: 66 (0)32 708 080. Best rates are always available for online reservations at www.sheraton.com/huahin

PUTAHRACSA SPA :

Day Spa Refresing – Tropical Fruit Scrub + Coconut Oil Massage + Cucumber Honey . Package 2 Hours / THB 2,400 . Book now at : 032 531 470 Ext. 2 . 22/65 Nahbkaehard Rd. Hua Hin, 77110, Thailand

Rest Detail Spa : Surrender to your senses in this heavenly sanctuary. At Restfully

Yours, select from a range of especially created treatments to relax and pamper the body, mind and soul, leaving you refreshed, relaxed and rejuvenated. One treatment simply won’t be enough!

Phone: +66 (0) 32 547 733 - Facsimile: +66 (0) 32 547 722 E-mail: rest@restdetailhotel.com .

We are in Soi 19 on the shore road at the very end. Call us for directions.

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OPIO Restaurant

● OPIO restaurant- A modern designed venue which provides you with a culinary, leisure lifestyle experience and total flexibility where you can simply wherever you like…. ● Dine come and sip away your favorite drinks or simply ask for our special promotion of the month of July “ Rambutan bliss”!! ● All day dining 11.00 am. – 11.00 pm. (last order at 10.30 pm.) ● Location : Golden Tulip Samudra Hua-Hin 1349,1359 Bo Kia Road (off Petchkasem Highway) Cha am District, Petchburi 76120 Thailand : Tel +66 32 771 976-85

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Green Gallery Hua Hin ‘Art On The Way’

reen Gallery Hua Hin ขอเชิญคนรักศิลปะร่วม งาน ‘Art On The Way’ นิทรรศการศิลปะของ 9 ศิลปินจาก V64 Art Studio งานดีๆ ทีค่ นมีหวั ใจรักงาน ศิลปะต้องไม่พลาด ณ Living Room Bistro สุดซอย หัวหิน 51 แปลงโฉมเป็น แกลลอรีร่ มิ ทะเล พบการแสดงสด งาน กราฟิกตี้ จากศิลปินชาวบลาซิลเลีย่ น จะมี party เล็กๆ พร้อม ดนตรีสด และ free bar ตัง้ แต่ 18.30 – 20.00 แล้ว พบกันวันเสาร์ท่ี 14 ก.ค. นี้ ติดต่อสอบถามเพิม่ เติม : 032530-485, 032-530-487

Green Gallery Hua Hin and V64 Art Studio present “Art ON THE WAY” the 1st art exhibition by 9 artists. This will be the first time that the artists from V64 Art studio will come together to exhibit their work in Huia Hin and will be made you inspired. Come and join us in our sea side Art Gallerlly.

Place : Living Room Bistro (at the end of Hua Hin Soi51), Date/Time : Sat. 14 July 2012/18:oo onward. Graphicty painting show from Brazilian artist strt 19:00, live music and Free bar until 20:00 For more informations : 032-530-485, 032-530-487, http://www.greenhuahin.com/, http://www. facebook.com/#!/V64art

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Volume 3 issue 11 July 2012

Volume 3 Issue 11 July 2012

Phetchaburi & Zhang Jia Jie in China-Partner towns จังหวัดเพชรบุร-ี เมืองจางเจียเจีย้ T ร่วมส่งเสริมมิตรภาพทางการท่องเทีย่ ว

he Phetchaburi Provincial Office has recently discussed with some representatives on tourism business from Zhang Jia Jie in China to find ways to build friendship and relations on tourism between each other in the future.

The discussion, taking place on 11 June 2012 at Dusit Thani Hua Hin, was attended by the Phetchaburi Governor Mr. Winai Buapradit, the director of Tourism Authority of Thailand’s central office, a representative of the Cha-Am Mayor, a representative of the Phetchaburi Mayor, the President of the Phetchaburi Rajabhat University, the director of TAT’s Phetchaburi Office, the chairman of the Phetchaburi Tourism Business Association, representatives of the 7 Groups of Chinese Association of Thailand and officers working on tourism in the province. They gave a warm welcome to executives of tourism from Zhang

Jia Jie and tourism administrators from U Ling Yian state in China.

Mr. Winai said that Phetchaburi is one of the most popular provinces of Thailand thanks to its rich natural resources, diverse culture, perfect food and accommodation. Named the city of three palaces, seas and tastes, its beaches are white, sandy and beautiful.

Unlike Phetchaburi, Zhang Jia Jie boasts a lot of mountains and hills. Located in the northwest of Hu Nan in central China, the city serves as a gate that connects the center and the west of the country. It is also famous for its unique tourist attractions as 98% of the total area is forests. Since the city is quite far from the center of China, only very few people visit it. Moreover, the local people there love nature so much that their natural conservation policy is effective and therefore makes the city a pure gem of the world.

Since Phetchaburi and Zhang Jia Jie have diverse natural resources, culture and unique lifestyle, strengthening tourism relations between them will result in shared experiences on tourist spots management and promotion of inter-city friendship in the near future, concluded Mr. Winai.

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นายวินยั บัวประดิษฐ์ กล่าวว่า จังหวัดเพชรบุรเี ป็นจังหวัดทีม่ ชี อื่ เสียงทางการท่องเทีย่ วของประเทศไทย เนือ่ งจากมี ทรัพยากรธรรมชาติ ศิลปวัฒนธรรม ความอุดมสมบูรณ์ทางด้านอาหาร และสิง่ อ�ำนวยความสะดวกทีค่ รบครัน ดังชือ่ ว่าเป็นเมืองสาม วัง สามทะเล และสามรสชาติ โดยเฉพาะเพชรบุรเี ป็นเมืองทีม่ ชี ายหาดทีส่ วยงาม จึงเป็นจุดเด่นที่ การท่องเทีย่ วของเมืองจางเจียเจีย้ ให้ความสนใจ เนือ่ งจากเมืองจางเจียเจีย้ เป็นเมืองภูเขา ไม่มที ะเล เหมือนเช่นเมืองเพชรบุรี การสาน ความสั ม พั นธ์ ท างการท่ อ งเที่ ย ว ระหว่างสองเมืองจึงเป็นสิง่ ทีด่ ยี งิ่ ทัง้ นี้ นอกจากจะเป็ นการแลกเปลี่ ย น ประสบการณ์ทางการบริหารจัดการ แหล่งท่องเที่ยวกับเมืองท่องเที่ยว ระดับโลกอย่างจางเจียเจีย้ แล้ว ยัง เป็นการหารือเพือ่ สร้างความสัมพันธ์ ส่งเสริมมิตรภาพระหว่างเมืองใน อนาคตอีกด้วย นายวินยั กล่าว

Signs for Unknown Attractions Required in Cha-Am

he Cha-Am Municipality is installing signs that indicate tourist attractions of the city to accommodate visitors and boost the local economy.

This project was initiated by the Mayor of Cha-Am Mr. Nukul Pornsomboonsiri who continuously carries out tourism promotion campaigns, particularly taking care of existing tourist spots while improving new ones, organizing tourism promotion events, launching PR media on tourism in Cha-Am and providing safety to visitors as well as facilitating multi-purposed tourism in the city. Mr.Nukul said that the Cha-Am municipal area had several tourist spots worth visiting besides Cha-Am beaches

and Maruekathayawan Teak Summer Palace. Since many of them, such as Khao Panthurat Natural Park, Saphan Hin, Wat Neranchararam Buddhist Temple, Cha-Am mangrove forest and Sirindhorn Natural Park, are not well-known among tourists, the Cha-Am Municipality will install 30 roadside signs of 80 cms. in width and 240 cms. in length that enable easy and convenient access to the areas. This project will be included in the municipal budget of 2012. At present, the roadside signs are being made and installation is due to complete within this September.

Mr. Nukul concluded that the signs will have two languages: Thai and English,

which are useful for Thai and foreign visitors. Moreover, they play a key role in promoting local business as more visitors will know how to get access into more interesting yet unknown attractions.

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เทศบาลเมืองชะอ�ำจัดท�ำป้ายบอกทางแหล่งท่องเทีย่ ว แนะน�ำนักท่องเทีย่ วเข้าสูแ่ หล่งท่องเทีย่ วในพืน้ ที่ สร้างความสะดวกในการเข้าถึงแหล่งท่องเทีย่ ว กระตุน้ เศรษฐกิจชุมชนในภาพรวม จากการทีเ่ ทศบาลเมืองชะอ�ำภายใต้การน�ำของนายนุกลู พรสมบูรณ์ศริ ิ นายกเทศมนตรี ได้ดำ� เนินนโยบายส่งเสริมการท่องเทีย่ วท้องถิน่ มา อย่างต่อเนือ่ ง ไม่วา่ จะเป็นการดูแลรักษาแหล่งท่องเทีย่ วเดิม การพัฒนาแหล่งท่องเทีย่ วใหม่ การจัดกิจกรรมเพือ่ ส่งเสริมการท่องเทีย่ ว การจัดท�ำสือ่ ประชาสัมพันธ์ขอ้ มูล การท่องเทีย่ วทุกรูปแบบ รวมทัง้ การจัดระบบ ระเบียบ การอ�ำนวยความสะดวก การรักษาความปลอดภัย และมาตรการต่าง ๆ ทีเ่ กีย่ วข้องทางการท่องเทีย่ วแบบครบ วงจร อย่างไรก็ตาม ทีผ่ า่ นมาในเขตพืน้ ทีเ่ ทศบาลเมืองชะอ�ำได้เกิดแหล่งท่องเทีย่ วใหม่ ๆ ขึน้ มาอีกหลายแห่ง และยังไม่เป็นทีร่ บั รูข้ องนักท่องเทีย่ วในเรือ่ งเส้นทางการเดิน ทางเข้าไปถึงแหล่งท่องเทีย่ วนัน้ ๆ ดังนัน้ เทศบาลเมืองชะอ�ำจึงได้จดั ท�ำและติดตัง้ ป้ายบอกทางแหล่งท่องเทีย่ ว เพือ่ แนะน�ำนักท่องเทีย่ วทีเ่ ดินทางเข้ามาในพืน้ ทีส่ ามารถ เข้าถึงแหล่งท่องเทีย่ วต่าง ๆ ได้งา่ ยและสะดวกขึน้

นายนุกลู พรสมบูรณ์ศริ ิ นายกเทศมนตรีเมืองชะอ�ำ กล่าวว่า ในเขตพืน้ ทีเ่ ทศบาลเมืองชะอ�ำนอกจากชายหาดชะอ�ำและพระราชนิเวศน์มฤคทายวันแล้ว ยังมี แหล่งท่องเทีย่ วส�ำคัญหลายแห่ง อาทิ วนอุทยานเขานางพันธุรตั สะพานหิน ปูชกั สะพานยก พระปิดทวารวัดเนรัญ แหล่งเรียนรูป้ า่ ชายเลน วนอุทยานชะอ�ำ พระอุโบสถ หลังเก่าของวัดไทรย้อย หรืออุทยานสิง่ แวดล้อมนานาชาติสริ นิ ธร ดังนัน้ เพือ่ เป็นการแนะน�ำและบอกทางเข้าสูแ่ หล่งท่องเทีย่ วในพืน้ ที่ เทศบาลเมืองชะอ�ำจึงได้ตงั้ งบ ประมาณปีงบประมาณ ๒๕๕๕ เพือ่ จัดท�ำและติดตัง้ ป้ายบอกทางเข้าสูแ่ หล่งท่องเทีย่ วจ�ำนวน ๓๐ ป้าย ขนาดความกว้าง ๘๐ เซนติเมตร ยาว ๒๔๐ เซนติเมตร วัสดุแผ่น เหล็กซิงค์ เสาปูน แบบมาตรฐาน ซึง่ จะติดตัง้ ครอบคลุมทุกแหล่งท่องเทีย่ วในพืน้ ทีเ่ ขตเทศบาลเมืองชะอ�ำ ขณะนีอ้ ยูร่ ะหว่างด�ำเนินการจัดท�ำและคาดว่าจะติดตัง้ เพือ่ ให้ นักท่องเทีย่ วใช้ประโยชน์ได้ภายในเดือนกันยายนนี้ การจัดท�ำและติดตัง้ ป้ายบอกทางเข้าสูแ่ หล่งท่องเทีย่ วจะเป็นระบบสองภาษา คือมีทงั้ ภาษาไทยและภาษาอังกฤษ ซึง่ จะเป็นประโยชน์ตอ่ นักท่องเทีย่ วในการแนะน�ำเส้นทางเข้าสูแ่ หล่งท่องเทีย่ วใหม่ ๆ ท�ำให้นกั ท่องเทีย่ วสะดวกยิง่ ขึน้ อีกทัง้ จะเป็นการส่งเสริมการท่องเทีย่ วในท้องถิน่ และ เป็นการกระตุน้ เศรษฐกิจชุมชนในภาพรวมอีกด้วย นายนุกลู กล่าวในทีส่ ดุ

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Holiday Inn Resort Regent Beach Cha-am Announces ‘Stay Clever’ Promotion Offers rooms plus free

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he Holiday Inn Resort Regent Beach Chaam is proud to present the new ‘Stay Clever’ promotional offer, which provides guests with a discount of up to 30% off the Best Flexible Rate. A wide range of exclusive benefits is also available, including free Internet access for the entirety of your stay, free buffet breakfasts for two adults, and late check-out until 4 pm (subject to availability). Priority Club Rewards members will receive reward points throughout the stay. Additionally, the resort will be able to accommodate families on special terms. Children 17 years of age or under will be able to share rooms with their families in existing bedding, while those 12 or under can enjoy free meals from the resort’s all-day dining restaurant when accompanied by an adult. The promotional offer is available from now until 29 September 2012 for stays at any time prior to 30 September 2012*. Reservations are available now on the resort’s website at: http:// www.ichotelsgroup.com/ holidayinnresorts/hotels/us/en/chaam/hhqca/ho teldetail?ratePreference=IKSEA. “The resort is ready to welcome families of all nationalities with this special offer,” said Sandra Kloprogge, General Manager of the Holiday Inn Resort Regent Beach Cha-am.

“This promotion delivers outstanding value for money and plenty of benefits for guests seeking to enjoy Cha-am’s wonderful natural environments and gorgeous beaches – all located so close to Bangkok. Our resort has the amenities to satisfy all your needs, while the warm and genuine Thai welcome from our professional staff will certainly make every visitor enjoy their stay at this home away from

home.”

“Families will be able to take advantage of services and facilities designed specifically to address their requirements. Family Suites offer privacy for both parents and children, each with separate sleeping areas. Under our new promotional offer, children under 17 can choose to stay with their parents free of charge when sharing their parent’s guestroom in existing bedding, while kids 12 years and under will surely love the free meals at our all-day dining

restaurant (when eating with an adult). The resort’s Kids’ Club is packed with all kinds of fun activities for children (expertly supervised by professional minders) and two children’s pools. On top of all this, our mascot Charma is always on hand to greet young visitors, while their parents can keep in touch with the world online through the complimentary Internet access available under the ‘Stay Clever’ promotion,” added Ms. Kloprogge.

Want to make your next vacation a time to remember for the whole family? Come and enjoy the warm comforts of Holiday Inn Resort Regent Beach Cha-am and experience the bliss of a real home away from home.

Thailand Spa & Well being Awards 2012 I

n recognition of the resilience and the importance of the Thai Spa industry to the kingdom’s Tourism and Healthcare industries the Thai Spa Association with the support of the Tourism Authority of Thailand and KPMG Phoomchai Audit Ltd., is proud to announce the Thailand Spa & Well-being Awards 2012. The awards seek to actively and assertively promote Thai spa industry standards, creativity and innovation with the recognition to at least 20 deserved companies or individuals.

The awards will be presented in a spectacular ‘by invitation’ night of nights, on 20th September 2012 at the Grand Diamond Ballroom, IMPACT Convention Center. The date has been selected to coincide with the World Spa & Well-being Convention 2012 which is also being organized by the Thai Spa Association Nomination forms will be sent to registered Spa Operators, while Spa educators, Spa product suppliers, distributors & manufacturers can request details from info@thaispassociation. com or visit www.thailandspaawards.com

Volume 3 issue 11 July 2012

TAT Launches “Good Hosts of Cha-Am”

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to Regain Tourists’ Confidence

he Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT)’s Phetchaburi Office, in co-operation with the Phetchaburi Provincial Office, Cha-Am Municipality and Phetchaburi Rajabhat University, is launching the “Good Hosts of Cha-Am” project to promote tourism in the city and regain confidence of visitors.

The case in which a woman from Switzerland was violently attacked at home on 16 April 2012 has somewhat tainted the good image of Cha-Am as it is a long-term holiday getaway much favored many foreigners. Therefore, to bring back confidence among visitors and promote tourism of the city, this project exists and consists of several activities to achieve the goal: PR Medias to make tourists more aware of any danger in the city, ad hoc training for local business owners and people to create better understanding on local tourism and urgent tourist safeguarding.

Participants of this project include 100120 business owners on the Cha-Am beach, restaurant owners, sellers, bus and tuk-tuk drivers, local community leaders and concerned people. They will attend the training on 18 July 2012 at the meeting room of Cha-Am Municipality.

The activity features a special lecture on sustainable tourism, importance of tourism for Thailand and Cha-Am, being good hosts to foreigners, safeguarding visitors, how

service providers can impress tourists, Basic English communication and how to provide emergency contacts for tourists. Resource persons come from Phetchaburi Rajabhat University, TAT, the Office of Local Police and Tourist Police.

It is expected that all the trainees for this program will gain more knowledge on tourism and service providing while actively providing more safety for visitors and improving better images of Cha-Am so that foreigners come back to stay here, resulting in thorough income for local business and people.

ททท. จัดโครงการชะอ�ำ-เจ้าบ้านทีด่ ี ปลูกจิตส�ำนึกเจ้าของบ้าน การท่องเทีย่ วแห่งประเทศไทย (ททท.) ส�ำนักงานเพชรบุรี ร่วมกับจังหวัดเพชรบุรี เทศบาลเมืองชะอ�ำ และ มหาวิทยาลัยราชภัฏเพชรบุรี จัดโครงการชะอ�ำ-เจ้าบ้านทีด่ ี กับเจ้าของบ้าน หวังสร้างความอุน่ ใจและความประทับใจ แก่นกั ท่องเทีย่ วทีเ่ ข้ามาในพืน้ ที่ จากการเกิดกรณีหญิงชาวสวิสเซอร์แลนด์ทพี่ �ำนักอยูใ่ นชะอ�ำ โดนชาวไทยท�ำร้าย ร่างกายในบ้านพัก เมือ่ วันที่ ๑๖ เมษายน ๒๕๕๕ ทีผ่ า่ นมา และปรากฏเป็นข่าวทางสือ่ มวลชนต่าง ๆ จนท�ำให้กระทบ ต่อภาพลักษณ์ทางการท่องเทีย่ วในเขตอ�ำเภอชะอ�ำ ซึง่ เป็นแหล่งท่องเทีย่ วและพ�ำนักส�ำหรับกลุม่ พ�ำนักระยะยาว (Long Stay) ส�ำหรับชาวต่างชาตินนั้ เพือ่ เป็นการแก้ไขปัญหาและสร้างภาพลักษณ์ทดี่ ตี อ่ การท่องเทีย่ วของอ�ำเภอ ชะอ�ำ ในการนีจ้ งั หวัดเพชรบุรไี ด้เรียกประชุมคณะกรรมการรักษาความมัน่ คงและปลอดภัยระดับจังหวัดเพือ่ หารือ และมีคำ� สัง่ แต่งตัง้ ผูอ้ ำ� นวยการการท่องเทีย่ วแห่งประเทศไทย (ททท.) ส�ำนักงานเพชรบุรี ร่วมเป็นกรรมการรักษา ความปลอดภัยแก่นกั ท่องเทีย่ ว โดยผูว้ า่ ราชการจังหวัดเพชรบุรไี ด้มอบหมายให้ ททท. ส�ำนักงานเพชรบุรี จัดท�ำสือ่ ประชาสัมพันธ์ปอ้ งกันเหตุแก่นกั ท่องเทีย่ ว และจัดอบรมให้ความรูแ้ ก่ผปู้ ระกอบการและชุมชน เพือ่ สร้างความรูค้ วาม เข้าใจด้านการท่องเทีย่ วและการเป็นเจ้าบ้านทีด่ เี ป็นการเร่งด่วน ระหว่างการด�ำเนินการออกมาตรการดูและรักษาความ ปลอดภัยแก่นกั ท่องเทีย่ วในระดับจังหวัด ดังนัน้ ททท.ส�ำนักงานเพชรบุรี จึงได้จดั โครงการชะอ�ำ-เจ้าบ้านทีด่ ี ขึน้ มา โดยมีวตั ถุประสงค์เพือ่ สร้าง จิตส�ำนึกการเป็นเจ้าบ้านทีด่ ี การให้บริการน่าประทับใจแก่นกั ท่องเทีย่ ว การสร้างเครือข่ายด้านการท่องเทีย่ ว และการ ป้องกันเหตุทจี่ ะเกิดขึน้ แก่นกั ท่องเทีย่ วโดยเฉพาะชาวต่างชาติ ซึง่ กลุม่ เป้าหมายทีจ่ ะเชิญเข้าร่วมโครงการ ประกอบ ด้วย ผูป้ ระกอบการชายหาด ร่ม เจ็ตสกี ร้านอาหาร ร้านขายของแผงลอย รถรับจ้าง กรรมการชุมชนในพืน้ ที่ และผู้ ทีเ่ กีย่ วข้อง จ�ำนวน ๑๐๐ – ๑๒๐ คน ก�ำหนดอบรมในวันที่ ๑๘ กรกฎาคม ๒๕๕๕ ณ ห้องประชุมเทศบาลเมืองชะอ�ำ การอบรมครัง้ นี้ มีกจิ กรรมประกอบด้วยการอบรม โดยเชิญวิทยากรผูท้ รงคุณวุฒจิ ากมหาวิทยาลัยราชภัฏ เพชรบุรี การท่องเทีย่ วแห่งประเทศไทย ต�ำรวจภูธร และหรือต�ำรวจท่องเทีย่ ว มาให้ความรูใ้ นเรือ่ งความส�ำคัญของ อุตสาหกรรมการท่องเทีย่ วต่อประเทศไทยและต่อพืน้ ที่ การท่องเทีย่ วอย่างยัง่ ยืน การเป็นเจ้าบ้านทีด่ ี การดูและรักษา ความปลอดภัยแก่นกั ท่องเทีย่ ว การสร้างความประทับใจในงานบริการ การใช้ภาษาอังกฤษเบือ้ งต้นกับนักท่องเทีย่ ว รวมทัง้ มีการจัดท�ำสือ่ ประชาสัมพันธ์ และเบอร์โทรศัพท์แจ้งเหตุฉกุ เฉินแก่นกั ท่องเทีย่ ว คาดว่าในการจัดโครงการครัง้ นี้ จะท�ำให้ผเู้ ข้ารับการอบรมมีความรูท้ เี่ ป็นประโยชน์ตอ่ การปฏิบตั งิ านด้านการ บริการการท่องเทีย่ ว และเป็นแนวร่วมสร้างความปลอดภัยด้านการท่องเทีย่ วในพืน้ ทีเ่ พิม่ มากขึน้ ก่อให้เกิดความ ประทับใจแก่นกั ท่องเทีย่ วผูม้ าใช้บริการ ตลอดจนเป็นการสร้างภาพลักษณ์ทดี่ สี �ำหรับชะอ�ำในการเป็นแหล่งพ�ำนัก ระยะยาวส�ำหรับนักท่องเทีย่ วต่างชาติ ส่งผลให้นกั ท่องเทีย่ วเดินทางกลับมาท่องเทีย่ วในพืน้ ทีช่ ะอ�ำอีก ก่อให้เกิดราย ได้ และการกระจายรายได้ในท้องถิน่ อย่างทัว่ ถึง

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Sweden Honours Hua Hin skills provided for officials and Dusit Thani Hua Hin in border provinces Courses on AEC and English

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ANGKOK, 8 June 2012 (NNT)-Deputy Director-General of the Department of ASEAN Affairs Mr. Naporn Atchariyawanit said people living in the border provinces are excited about the ASEAN Economic Community (AEC) although they know little about the regional integration.

Mr. Naporn said the Ministry of Foreign Affairs has organized classes to educate civil servants particularly those stationed along the border about the AEC and to improve their English skills.

The Foreign Ministry’s efforts are in line with Prime Minister Yingluck Shinawatra’s statement declared in Parliament requiring all levels of civil servants to have a good understanding of the AEC, and to prepare themselves for the three mutually reinforcing pillars, namely ASEAN Security Community, ASEAN Economic Community and ASEAN Socio-Cultural Community.

The Deputy Director-General of the Department

of ASEAN Affairs noted that most of the public members still misunderstand that after the opening of the AEC, people would be able to cross the border freely to seek jobs. He explained that there are currently only 8 occupations that foreigners are allowed to work in ASEAN nations fter a lengthy process, protocols and machinations between the governments of Sweden and other than their own without having to obtain a Thailand were finally completed on the 4th April B.E. 2555 (2012) when His Excellency work permit. The job seekers must be an engineer, an architect, an explorer, an accountant, or a Mr. Klas Molin, the Swedish Ambassador to Thailand, with the royal endorsements of the kings of Thailand and Sweden, officially installed Khun Victor Sukseree, General Manager of Dusit doctor, among others.

Sheraton Hua Hin Resort & Spa Receives “Most Favorite Hotel 2011”

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Thani Hua Hin, as Honorary Consul of the Kingdom of Sweden in Phetchaburi. A Consulate Office based at Dusit Thani Hua Hin will be located near to the hotel’s Royal Thai Restaurant, Ban Benjarong, and it is anticipated to be open for consular services from June, with the official opening provisionally slated for September.

Skal Club of Hua Hin and Cha Am Helps to Restore School In Ayutthaya

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ua Hin, June 2012 – Sheraton Hua Hin Resort & Spa has once again been voted as the “Most Seen from the picture: SKAL Club of Hua Hin and Cha Am members taking Favorite Hotel 2011” by Anywhere, Thailand’s leading travel magazine. Following the photo with the teachers and students from Wat Kong-sa Primary School Ayutthaya upon the completion of the school’s rehabilitation recent “Most Favorite Hotel” Award in the year 2008, Sheraton Hua Hin Resort & Spa remains as the proud winner of best outstanding holiday destination for tourists in Thailand and around KAL Club of Hua Hin and Cha Am, recently officiate the completion of the rehabilitation of the world. This prestigious award has been voted and evaluated entirely by Anywhere Magazine Wat Kong-sa Primary School-a public school located in Amphor Pak-hai, Ayutthaya which readers, where Sheraton Hua Hin Resort & Spa reaches highest ranking of the poll over other 145 hotels in Thailand for the year 2011. Please call (0)32 708 000 or e-mail reservations.huahin@ was severely affected by last year’s flooding. sheraton.com for information, room reservations and meeting enquiry.

This initiative project is from a flood charity fundraising concert in December 2011 and the total proceeds from the ticket selling and the silent auction went directly towards the rehabilitation of Wat Kong-sa Primary School such as the purchase of the classroom chairs, tables, rebuilding the roof and floor tiles as well as the new library shelves with total amount of Baht 550,000.

Skal is a network of local tourism clubs with international associations. The overwhelming majority of members joined Skal to network with their peers in their community. Skal has over 10,000 members across the spectrum of the travel and tourism industry.

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Thai PBS Visits

Sheraton Hua Hin Resort & Spa

Dusit Thani Hua Hin Winner of TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice 2012

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ua Hin, June 2012 – One World, a variety TV show hosted by Thai PBS Channel recently visited and filmed Sheraton Hua Hin Resort & Spa as “the best outstanding hotel in Phetchaburi Province” to go above and beyond the call of duty in its profession and has been honored the Disability Support Award recognizing its outstanding achievements. In this occasion, the Producing Director, Mr. Premwit Malakul Na Ayuthaya along with JaJa, Primrata Dejudom and Mam, Watcharin Jinamuksi from Thai PBS - One World program have interviewed Ms. Arporn Hemmara, Director of Human Resources and Mr. Jassda Kantanakul, a Security Officer who has also been recognized as an emerging leader of a physically challenged individual of Phetchaburi.

Andrew Burfoot, Senior Assistant Manager of Dusit Thani Hua Hin was joined by some

of the resort’s staff for the presentation of the plaque confirming the award of TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice Winner 2012.

This prestigious award from the favourite TripAdvisor website was further evidence of the hotel’s excellent levels of service since it is the result of the accumulated votes, surveys and reviews from worldwide travellers.

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