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Hua Hin Fashion & Lifestyle Festival 2012 With a Fashion & Lifestyle Exhibition at Hilton Resort & Spa The First and Only Mega Event in Hua Hin from 5th – 10th December 2012
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o celebrate the 10th anniversary of Hua Hin Today we are organizing Hua Hin Fashion & Lifestyle Festival 2012. We invite you, our friends, business partners and the Hua Hin residents to come and join us. There will be 6 days of glamour events, stunning fashion shows, brand auctions for charity, luxury shopping and of course 5 star live music & food. Meet and party with Thai & International celebrities and models. this exciting event is truly not to be missed! End of year sales from many high-end international & Thai designers’ luxury brand name fashions, jewelry, accessories, luxury developments, art galleries and many more! For the first time in this seaside resort, the Hua Hin Fashion & Lifestyle Exhibition will be held at Hilton Hua Hin Resort & Spa from 5th – 10th December 2012. Fashion TV, Chic Channel, I Travel Channel TV and Hua Hin Today, will be the main media partners.. Entrance to exhibition is free for public. Open every day from 10am to 7pm. ….read more inside page 20-21…
Sensational Chinese Wedding at The Dusit Thani Ninety Chinese couples ceremoniously married at a special mass wedding held at the renowned beach resort, Dusit Thani Hua Hin ….read more inside page 6…
Hua Hin to enjoy 2-Day Loy Krathong Festival The annual Hua Hin Loy Krathong Festival will be held for 2 days this year on the 27th and 28th of November 2012. Although Loy Krathong is organized almost everywhere in the country. ….read more inside page 6…
Vintage Car Festival at The Amari Hua Hin Do not miss “The 10th Hua Hin Festival of Vintage Car Parade 2012” at Amari Hua Hin Hotel during December 14-16, 2012. Free admittance. .....continued on page 24.....
Hua Hin Motor Show 2012
The Hua Hin Motor Show 2012 will be held at the Centennial Park between December 6 – 10. The Show will include New and Used cars, Motorcycles, Tools and Fashion Shows. A car drift demonstration and a Gymkhana will be part of the programmer.
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eflections….well placed and well expressed concerns and views on the European economy by our fried Chris, an international banker background with deep going roots into world economies. At the same time I was pleased and honored to discuss financial politics with a Swiss economist, professor at a Swiss university and yes fellow readers, we are being scammed. As Mr. Cameron put it so correctly and he has been so since he was elected, only nobody wanted to listen; “the time has come to act intelligently “......” Intelligent politics is what we need now, no beating around the bush. Straight forward measures. Get rid of scam and also get rid of those who infiltrate our borders, taken in as guests only to misuse our social systems at the cost of taxpayers and on top of that threaten us in our own country”. My respect for Mr. Cameron has grown ever since. The question now is, who will listen to him? Angela, Francois, Barak or maybe Mitt? In this age of inflation, the rich get richer and the poor poorer. Looking at the rich, any charismatic rich people you know? I know a few rich people and the only way they became rich is because they are smart, not kind. Take a look at Donald Trump, arrogant, demanding and smart. Sure, they do oppose Barak taxing the rich, because it will set them back a few million. It does not matter how your country suffers, let´s print some more money to pay the bills. My
idea? Tax them, never taking away any possibility of them making money and dig out those offshore hideaways where our world reserves lie. These guys don´t give a rat´s arise because no matter what happens, they will always be able to buy themselves some potatoes and veggies. So Lance Armstrong is now the bad guy because besides him, all the former stars in many sports never used doping. Mini blood transfusions with oxygen enriched blood, steroids and other fitness enhancing drug were never used by the Eddy Merckses, Anquetils, Coppi, Zoetemelk, Endurains etc., etc. The list would cover all of Hua Hin Today. They were never caught, most of them never admitted, politically overruled examinations, under table money etc. etc. etc. 16 Olympic officials dine for € 35.000 with a bottle of 1853 whiskey etc. and get away with it whilst some athletes pay their own trip to the games. I met, in Hua Hin, spend hours listening to her fantastic incredible story, Sheila Taormina. At the “advanced” athletic age of 27 she won a gold medal in the women´s 200 meter free style swimming relay, she competed in 4 Olympic events from 1996 to 2008 representing her country. What was so fascinating about this woman is, her life philosophy. Inside HHT you will find more about this bright light in our human society, her perseverance, her believe in herself and her energy enabling all this. An example for us all.
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Here are the Five Rules for Men to Follow for a Happy Life, that Russell J. Larsen had inscribed on his headstone in Logan, Utah. He died not knowing that he would win the “Coolest Headstone” contest. FIVE RULES FOR MEN TO FOLLOW FOR A HAPPY LIFE: 1. It’s important to have a woman who helps at home, cooks from time to time, cleans up, and has a job. 2. It’s important to have a woman who can make you laugh. 3. It’s important to have a woman who you can trust, and doesn’t lie to you. 4. It’s important to have a woman who is good in bed, and likes to be with you. 5. It’s very, very important that these four women do not know each other or you could end up dead...like me. Yours truly : GMoss
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New Mega Projects will include Hua Hin
total of 29 tourist sites have been selected for a first phase of upgrades as part of a larger plan to generate more tourism revenue. The Tourist & Sports Ministry is looking into new Mega projects as it believes improvements to the existing tourism sites is not enough to attract larger numbers of tourists. Existing projects in Hua Hin such as The Venezia, Cha Am with The Santorini are by far not enough to attract an international crowd. The Mega plans include a Movie World Theme Park located in Hua Hin or Cha Am. The Transport Ministry is also planning upgraded infrastructure such as new transportation routes, faster direct trains and ferries between the Eastern Seaboard and the South to link popular tourist destinations such as Pattaya, Cha Am and Hua Hin. The Ministry continues commenting that building Theme Parks would give a big boost to tourism in the greater Hua Hin region as the present “attractions” have failed to attract many tourists to date.
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“Big Cleaning Day” on Hua Hin Beaches
he executives of Hua Hin Municipality have recently had a meeting with sellers on Hua Hin beaches and asked them to join in ‘Big Cleaning Day’ to welcome the upcoming high season. This meeting was also a chance for the sellers to inform the municipal executives about problems they were facing and give recommendations to improve Hua Hin and its beaches. The Hua Hin Mayor Mr. Nopporn Wutthikul said that 200 participants of this meeting were sellers who work at several points on Hua Hin beaches, such as in front of the Centara Hotel, Takiab beach, Hua Don beach among others. They were asked
to prepare for a beach cleaning which would start from October onwards. Entitled, ‘Big Cleaning Day’, the sellers will work with officials from the Public Health Division and executives of Hua Hin
Municipality. Mr. Nopporn added that some of the participating sellers talked about problems on the Hua Hin beaches, particularly increasing number of garbage, too many folding beds on the beaches, poor quality but too expensive food sold on the beaches and some negligent horse owners who let their animals urinate and deficate on the beaches. All the problems were once officially reported through a website and documented to the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) because they affect the image of Hua Hin as a famous holiday getaway of Thailand. Mr. Nopporn said that the meeting with the sellers on Hua Hin beaches was his first time after he had taken the position for 2 months. He then called for cooperation from the sellers to stop doing any improper activities on Hua Hin beaches. The Hua Hin Mayor also told them that municipal officers and police were asked to supervise the Hua Hin beaches and apply strict measures and penalties according to the law and municipal act for those who break the rules. Mr. Patiphan Maneethong, the leader of sellers on Takiab - Hua Don Beaches, said that it was good to have municipal officials to solve problems on Hua Hin beaches. He then suggested that Hua Don beach and Soi Chamchuri should have enough public toilets and parking lots, some booths for selling OTOP items made by local sellers should be set up, a complete list of all sellers who work on Hua Hin beaches should be made and, for safety of local people and tourists, along the way down to the beaches should have adequate electric lights facing the beaches. Finally, Mr. Patiphan asked municipal authorities not to order the sellers on Hua Hin beaches but put them in order. Municipal officers need to work daily and they should not leave any problems but solve them immediately once they face them.
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Singkhon - Permanent Checkpoint to Open in December By Chamnan
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he Governor of Prachuap Khirikhan and the Governor of Marid in Myanmar are officially opening Singkhon Permanent Checkpoint in December, 2012, to promote all trades and businesses for the upcoming ASEAN Community in 2015. Singkhon is located a few KM away from Prachuab Khirikhan on the Burmese Border.According to the chairman of Prachuap Khirikhan Chamber of Commerce Mr. Sura-ath Narongrit, the Chamber of Commerce, along with the chairman of Industrial Council Mr. Wirach Piyapornpaiboon, the Prachuap Khirikhan Governor Mr. Weera Sriwattanatrakul and Mr. Tun Tun Win, the chairman of Marid Chamber of Commerce in Myanmar, have signed in a Memorandum of Understanding to launch a project, ‘1 Border 1 Commercial Gateway’. This project, to start in December, 2012, aims to welcome ASEAN Community in 2015.The signed MoU will promote joint business among private companies in arid and Prachuap Khirikhan. Without any legal commitment between the 2 countries, the MoU strengthens cooperation and friendship of Thailand and Myanmar. All contents in the document were written in Thai, Burmese and English. The MoU was signed on 23 September 2012.The road from Marid to Singkhon Checkpoint is around 200 kilometers. At present, the government of Myanmar is paving the road to Singkhon Checkpoint. Since the government still lack funding for the road pavement and the lignite coal electricity generating factory, it welcomes Thai business people to work with it.”Business
that may attract Thai entrepreneurs includes hotel and tourism because Marid has around 800 small islands that boast natural wonders. Otherwise, they can do business on fresh seafood which Marid usually imports to Koh Song in Ranong and makes 1 billion Baht a month,” said Mr. Sura-ath. “Opening Singkhon Checkpoint will therefore yield a lot of benefits to Thailand in terms of imports and exports.” The Governor of Prachuap Khirikhan said that Thai and Burmese governments were having a Government-to-Government discussion, or G2G, for the time being. For the sake of the two nations’ benefits, the checkpoint will be open in December, 2012.Currently, the Prime Minister Ms. Yingluck Shinawatra is allocating a budget of 12 billion Baht for construction of an immigration office and a customs bureau at the checkpoint besides other public offices there. At present, a plan of the construction and infrastructure is being formulated.Note from the editor: would be great if we could do Visa runs at this checkpoint to save us timely and costly trips to the other surrounding countries.
Award for Six Senses Hua Hin Six Senses Hua Hin Wins Two Top Honours at the World Travel Awards 2012 Six Senses Hua Hin Bangkok Office – Bangkok, 24 October 2012:
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ix Senses Hua Hin was honoured with two top awards at the World Travel Awards (WTA) Asia, Australasia & Indian Ocean Ceremony 2012. The prestigious ceremony was held in Singapore on Thursday 18th October 2012 as a culmination for the search for the world’s leading travel brands. Winning in two categories, Six Senses Hua Hin, reinforced it premier position in the luxury Hua Hin sector asAsia’s Leading Villa Resort 2012 andThailand’s Leading Villa Resort 2012. On hand at the gala event to receive the awards was Jamie Crisp – Director of Sales at Six Senses & Evason Hua Hin.
World Luxury Award for The Dusit Thani Hua Hin
The global winner of 2012 World Luxury Hotel & Conference Centre
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uala Lumpur Malaysia, Ms. Marinique Truter, Executive Manager of the World Luxury Hotel Awards present the trophy to Ms. Kamolnuch Bhiromsawad, the Director of Sales and Marketing of Dusit Thani Hua Hin, at 2012 Annual World Luxury Hotel Awards dinner at Kuala Lumpur Malaysia, after the hotel was selected as the global winner of 2012 World Luxury Hotel & Conference Centre for 2 years consecutively.
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Hua Hin to enjoy a 2-Day Loy Krathong Festival
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he annual Hua Hin Loy Krathong Festival will be held for 2 days this year on the 27th and 28th of November 2012. Although Loy Krathong is organized almost everywhere in the country, the festival is unique depending on where it takes place. In Hua Hin, Loy Krathong aims to foster traditional Thai culture and raise people’s awareness on its value apart from promoting local tourism. This year, the festival will take place at Phon Kingphet Memorial Park on 27 November and at 19-Rai Queen Sirikit’s Memorial Park on 28 November. Highlights of the event include a contest of the most beautiful hand-made Krathong of primary, secondary and university students. The contest, which takes place from 9 a.m. to 2.30 p.m., consists of 3 awards: the 1st prize worth 5,000 Baht in cash, the 2nd runner up worth 4,000 Baht in cash and the 3rd runner up worth 3,000 Baht in cash. Winners for the three categorizes will also get an honorary plaque and certificate. There are also some complimentary awards worth 1,000 Baht in cash. On 28 November from 5.30 p.m. onwards, there will be a big Krathong procession around the downtown
Hua Hin to Queen Sirikit’s Memorial Park. Then, an official opening of the Loy Krathong Festival in Hua Hin will start before stage performances of many top Thai artists, such as U-then The Prommin, Lao Lom and traditional Thai stage dramas or ‘Li Keh’ by WarawuthSutthita. The Hua Hin Municipality would like to invite both local people and visitors to enjoy the traditional Thai festival of Loy Krathong on the above-mentioned date. Further information can be obtained from khun Chakkrit Khongrot, the recreational officer of Hua Hin Municipality, at tel. 081 753 0629.
Ceremonial Wedding of 90 Chinese couples at The Dusit Thani - Hua Hin
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เทศบาลเมืองหัวหินจัดงานประเพณีลอยกระทง ประจ�ำปี 2555 นายนพพร วุฒกิ ลุ นายกเทศมนตรีเมืองหัวหิน กล่าวว่า ประเพณีลอยกระทงเป็นประเพณีของไทยทีถ่ อื ปฏิบตั สิ บื ต่อกันมาตัง้ แต่ โบราณ ตรงกับวันเพ็ญขึน้ 15 ค�ำ่ เดือน 12 ประมาณเดือนพฤศจิกายน ของทุกปี ประเพณีนถี้ อื ก�ำหนดขึน้ เพือ่ เป็นการสะเดาะเคราะห์และขอ ขมาต่อพระแม่คงคา บางหลักฐานเชือ่ ว่าเป็นการบูชารอยพระพุทธบาท ทีร่ มิ ฝัง่ แม่นำ�้ นัมทามหานที และบางหลักฐานเชือ่ ว่าเป็นการบูชาพระอุป คุตอรหันต์หรือพระมหาสาวก ส�ำหรับประเพณีลอยกระทงได้กำ� หนด จัดในทุกพืน้ ทีท่ วั่ ประเทศไทย โดยเฉพาะอย่างยิง่ บริเวณทีต่ ดิ กับแม่นำ�้ ต่างๆ ซึง่ แต่ละพืน้ ทีก่ จ็ ะมีเอกลักษณ์ทนี่ า่ สนใจแตกต่างกันออกไป ส�ำหรับอ�ำเภอหัวหินก็จดั งานประเพณีลอยกระทงขึน้ เป็นประจ�ำทุกปี เพื่อเป็นการร่วมอนุรักษ์ขนบธรรมเนียมประเพณีไทย ส่งเสริมให้ ประชาชนตระหนักถึงคุณค่าของวัฒนธรรมประเพณีไทย รวมทั้ง เป็นการส่งเสริมการท่องเทีย่ วของอ�ำเภอหัวหินด้วย และในปีนจี้ ดั ขึน้ ในวันที่ 27 และ 28 พฤศจิกายน พ.ศ. 2555 ณ บริเวณสวนสาธารณะ โผน กิง่ เพชร และ บริเวณสวนหลวงราชินพี นื้ ที่ 19 ไร่ ส�ำหรับในวัน ที่ 27 พศจิกายน พ.ศ.2555 จะมีการประกวดกระทงจากวัสดุ ธรรมชาติ ซึง่ จะแบ่งออกเป็น 3 ระดับ คือ ระดับประถมศึกษา ระดับ มัธยมศึกษาตอนต้น และระดับมัธยมศึกษาตอนปลายจนถึงระดับ อุดมศึกษา โดยจะมีการแข่งขันตัง่ แต่เวลา 09.00 น. – 14.30 น. ส�ำหรับรางวัลนัน้ ทัง้ 3 ประเภทจะได้รบั รางวัล คือ รางวัลชนะเลิศจะได้รบั เงินสด 5,000 บาท พร้อมโล่รางวัลและเกียรติบตั ร รางวัลรองชนะเลิศอันดับ 1 ได้รบั เงินรางวัล 4,000 บาท พร้อมโล่รางวัลและกียรติบตั ร รางวัลรองชนะเลิศอัดบั 2 ได้รบั เงินสด 3,000 บาท พร้อมโล่รางวัลและเกียรติบตั ร และรางวัลชมเชย ได้รบั เงินสด 1,000 บาท ส่วนกิจกรรม วันที่ 28 พฤศจิกายน พ.ศ. 2555 ซึง่ เป็นวันลอยกระทงนัน้ ตัง้ แต่เวลา 17.30 น. จะมีขบวนแห่รถกระทง แห่รอบเมืองหัวหิน ไปสิน้ สุด สวนหลวงราชินพี นื้ ที่ 19 ไร่ จากนัน้ จะมีพธิ เี ปิดงานประเพณีลอยกระทงประจ�ำปี 2555 และจะมีการแสดงคอนเสริตจ์ ากศิลปินดัง อาทิ เท่ห์ อุเทน พรหมมินทร์, วงเล้าโล้ม และการแสดงลิเก จากคณะ วราวุฒิ –สุทธิตา เทศบาลเมืองหัวหินจึงขอเชิญชวนประชาชนชาวหัวหินตลอด จนนักท่องเทีย่ วร่วมสืบสานประเพณีวฒั นธรรมอันดีงามของไทยไว้ให้ลกู หลานได้สบื ทอดต่อไป และสามารถสอบถามรายละเอียดเพิม่ เติมได้ที่ คุณ จักรฤกษ์ คงรอด สันทนาการ เทศบาลเมืองหัวหิน 081-7530629
9th Annual “I Love Hua Hin” Concert 9 December 2012
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inety Chinese couples ceremoniously married at a special mass wedding held at the renowned beach resort, Dusit Thani Hua Hin as part of the Tourism Authority of Thailand’s “2013 Romance in Thailand” campaign. The first of a planned series involving 999 couples, the event, which featured an elaborate and detailed ceremony involving the bridal procession and full Thai wedding traditions, also included he 9th Annual “I Love Hua Hin” Concert is Thai cultural performances All 90 newly-wed couples posed for a series of photographs in front being organized by the Preserve Hua Hin of the hotel’s Royal Dusit Hall, which later, was the scene of a grand reception for the newlyweds Group and the Hua Hin municipality in honor of and their guests. the 84th Birthday Anniversary of His Majesty the King. The event is going to be held on Sunday, 9 December 2012 in the public park on top of Hin Lek Fai hill, the viewpoint overlooking Hua Hin. The evening’s list of performers includes the 60s rock-n-rollers Tang Kay Rumble Band, the Hin Lek Fai Band, Khun Bouay’s Country
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Flute and Piano Recital Concert at Hyatt Regency Hua Hin
Rock Band, and classical guitar with Jenny and Soyeon on violin. Concert T-shirts are provided for all attendees and complimentary food will be provided by the local hotels and restaurants in Hua Hin. All proceeds are utilized to fund PHHG environmental and social programmes in the municipality and raise awareness among the general public. To purchase tickets, please call 087-146-3258, 032-536-536 or e-mail preservehuahin@chivasom.com.
Celebrate Loy Krathong by The Beach at Hyatt Regency Hua Hin
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yatt Regency Hua Hin proudly presents flute and piano recital concert, featuring Linda Chatterton, a famous flautist and Matthew McCright, an American pianist, on Friday 16 November 2012, from 7:00pm onwards at the Grand Ballroom. Get together and enjoy this magical combination. A cocktail reception will be served before the performance to ensure that your taste buds and ears will be pampered throughout the evening. Tickets are available at Baht 1,000 net per person. For reservations and further information, please contact Hyatt Regency Hua Hin at Hotline +66 2254 6200 or +66 3251 1234 and email: huahin.regency@hyatt.com
yatt Regency Hua Hin invites you and family to celebrate Loy Krathong Festival by the sea at Talay Thai Restaurant overlooking the Gulf of Thailand on Wednesday, November 28, 2012 from 7:00pm to 10:30pm. To celebrate the Loy Krathong festival, Talay Thai restaurant offers guest and expansive Thai buffet featuring a wide selection of sumptuous delights. To start this evening of celebration, a welcome drink will be served and, to complete the Loy Krathong celebration, a hand-made Krathong will be offered with our compliments. Prices are at Baht 850 net per person for adult and Baht 425 net per person for child aged 12 years old and below. For reservations and further information, please contact Hyatt Regency Hua Hin on Hotline +66 2254 6200 or +66 3252 1234, or e-mail HYPERLINK “mailto:huahin.regency@hyatt. com” huahin.regency@hyatt.com.
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Hospital executives and doctors attending religious rites and the laying of foundations stones at the commencement of building works
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Prime restaurant has recruited two excellent chefs from Sweden
Alexander is an Executive chef from Sweden and has been working with International food for more than 10 years. Now Alexander decides to take the next big step in his career and join the team at Prime Steakhouse with several other Swedish chefs.
On October,Recently Khun Hoi and Khun Willie McIntosh as the guests of Exclusive For The Pre - Opening ! The Fashion Hub by Central Trading at Colonnade Mall Hua Hin
“Cow Boy Style” STAFF PARTY
Dr. Chatree Duangnet, CEO of Bangkok Medical Center and Dr. Somarch Wongkhomthong, Hospital director of Bangkok Hospital Hua Hin (BHN), preside over religious rites and the laying of foundations stones for hospital staff accommodations. Executive Management and medical staff attended this ceremony. The hospital Staff residence will have 7-floors and will be located to the rear of Bangkok Hospital Hua Hin. (standing from 6&7 from left Dr. Chatree D. and Dr. Somarch W.)
Khun Belle´s Birthday
Hyatt Regency Hua Hin led by Mr. Sammy Carolus, the hotel’s general manager, recently organised an annual Staff Party under the theme “Cow Boy Style” to thank all employees for their dedication and hard work. There event featured a variety of shows and entertainment performed by employees and the management team, along with a lucky draw for prizes throughout the night.
Alexander is excited for his new work and I´m very sure that he will like Hua Hin and his new Co-worker. Dennis Sahlström Executive chef from Sweden also joins the Prime Steakhouse team.
V Villas Hua Hin welcomes AF9
Popular Khun Belle, lovely wife of the owner of Hua Hin Today celebrated her birthday in good company of numerous friends and family at the Black Lotus Resort. The entire Hua Hin Today Team wishes Belle many years of luck, love and health. Happy Birthday! V Villas Hua Hin, managed by Accor and led by Chainarong Pipitweeranund (Center of the 1st row) – Resident Manager of V Villas Hua Hin – recently gave a warm welcome to the team and winners of True Academy Fantasia Season 9 (AF9), including Wongsapat Tangniyom (V1), Kongkiet Tawong (V2), Pimwarun Srimaung (V3), Phatpitcha Theawan-Uthaiwong (V4), Witchawet Ua-Ampon (V5), Piyawat Sutthichauy (V6), Nisachon Siewthaisong (V7), Pornpatsorn Chaiananniti (V8), Chinnapat Wattanasombat (V9), Baramee Chamnankij (V10), Sekrak Chaisonsaryut (V11) and Natcha Senabut (V12), during their visit for a photo album shooting and stay in the hotel’s luxurious 3-Bedroom Pool Villa Suite at V Villas Hua Hin.
Putahracsa Hua Hin Staff Donated Blood
The Rotary Hua Hin Activities
Rotary and Wells Environmental Preservation in Hua Hin
on 20 September 2012 - Putahracsa Hua Hin holds blooding donation regularly since opening of the resort. Every blood donation between all the team members Putahracsa donates between 10 – 20 liters of blood.
Dennis is an Executive chef and has been working all around Europe with great experience from Luxury restaurants. Dennis looking forward to develop his chef knowledge and learn how to work in a very different culture. Dennis will fit perfect for his new job. Warm welcome to Prime Steakhouse…. Hua Hin Today is looking forward to putting these guys on the map with a gourmantic Food Review !
Putahracsa Hua Hin Team visited Sirinath Rajini Center
12-13 October 2012: The Rotary Club of Royal Hua Hin joined with 16 students, teachers and parents from Wells International School to clean 3 KM of Hua Hin beach. The next day the students visited Sirindhorn International Environmental Research Park in Cha-am for a presentation on mangrove ecosystems and a guided tour through the mangrove. After lunch they planted 80 trees before going on a tour through Maruekhathaiyawan Palace. The event is registered with the Mangrove Forest Studies on Thursday 27th September 2012 in Pranburi. Proceeds going to support the planting of mangroves Clean Up The World Campaign 2012.
Conlonnade Mall Hua Hin appoints The Manager Khun.Karnpitcha Suttikunchone
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How to be Successful in Real Estate
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eing a successful real estate entrepreneur is not, as some people might think, about luck, but about developing sound skills to make good judgments. Those who are new to the property market as developers or investors need to consider how to acquire these skills, if they don’t already form a part of their portfolio of expertise. There are certain key steps to take that will guide newcomers keen to take the plunge into real estate investment and management.
decisions will impact achievements down the line.
Develop market knowledge
If a potential investor already has in-depth knowledge about a specific real estate market, this is the point where that knowledge will pay its way. For example, experience of government sales of seized and surplus real estate via online and land auction may prove to be a useful niche market for the new investor. Otherwise, researching, and keeping up to date with, economic Plan for success trends, including mortgage rates, unemployment and debt British Prime Minister Winston Churchill said: “He who fails management scenarios, keeps investors aware of current market to plan is planning to fail”, and he knew what he was talking conditions and enables them to judge what might change in the about. When starting out in real estate it’s important to view future and, thus, identify opportunities for success. it as a serious business venture, which should have short-term Nourish professionalism and integrity goals as well as longer-term ones. A solid plan mapping the With a plan in place and the requisite level of market bigger picture will help new investors focus on how immediate knowledge, the new investor now has to turn his or her attention
Be prudent
It’s so easy to be enthusiastic and rush into a deal that looks too good to be true, in which case it probably is. Instead, when considering an investment it’s important to look long and hard at the condition of the property, its environmental history and location and to apply the metric NOI – net operating income – as used by investors in commercial real estate. The rent applicable to a newly acquired property should be determined from the outset to maintain a positive NOI and also fit with the aims of the business plan.
Employ experts where needed
Paying for an accountant and a marketing professional is a good investment if these are not the areas of expertise of the new real estate investor. Better to focus on buying a commercial building or bidding at a land auction and let the expert accountant save the business money and the advertising professional improve the business profile, the better to attract more interest. Also, consider finding a mentor who will provide advice and guidance when needed, as this can be an invaluable time saver and can help new real estate investors to avoid costly mistakes.
to developing business relationships that reflect their honesty, professionalism and integrity in dealing with clients. Referrals being a key component of real estate management, developing a robust network of business associates and clients is vital, and investors need to have a confident, positive attitude, and to be empathic and flexible, when dealing with clients in order to win Courtesy of: Publishers Network editorial@publishersnetwork. referrals and repeat business. com . www.publishersnetwork.com
iTravel – Rapidly Increasing Successful Travel TV Channel
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he iTravel Channel, is a Thailand based online TV company currently exploring and showcasing the ever popular country of Thailand. With a diverse team of hard working individuals they make up a creative team taking you to some of the best Thailand has to offer. From Bangkok to beaches, the iTravel channel will introduce you to some of the best hotels, restaurants and activities in premier destinations all around the country, as well as offer travel iTips and their honest recommendations. The creative mind behind this up and coming travel and lifestyle resource is Kirby Repolido, working together with a great group of people in front of and behind the camera. Their first season was all about producing the best videos out there and working with supportive sponsors to become the best travel program company in Thailand. The team has had the pleasure of working with various hotels, restaurants and organizations that have made the iTravel Channel what it is today. They are always looking for new opportunities to work with the travel industry to produce top quality productions in a joined effort to show off the best Thailand has to offer. For their new season, they have several exciting projects commencing with some new members to the team, currently filming in the beachside town of Hua Hin. In Season 2 hosts Angie, Jinder, Daniel, Simon and Erika will show you the best places to eat, drink, sleep, play and see in the premier Thai beach town as well as offer iTips and iDeals useful when travelling in the Kingdom. As we speak, they are out in the field trying out restaurants and hotels, talking with the people behind these great establishments and showing
viewers a dynamic and professional presentation that will excite the wanderlust in everyone! The iTravel Channel is the trendiest new travel and lifestyle channel where travellers of all types can have current and compelling information at their fingertips. They are rapidly growing and building the company to become Thailand’s number one travel and lifestyle online source for the young, independent, internet savvy travellers. You can find them at www.theitravelchannel.tv, follow them on twitter @itravel_channel and “like” the iTravel Channel and their affiliate pages on Facebook, including Thailand Travel Guide and several travel forums with an audience of 150,000 viewers plus. They offer many services such as video production, marketing, photography and editorial content. If you would like to work with them, please contact Brigitte at brigitte@theitravelchannel.tv and become part of this unique and fascinating journey! Editor Note :iTravel is pretty busy promoting Hua Hin as the festive days approach. Kirby and his team, spearheaded by exciting Brigitte roam the Hua Hin plains to gather as much information about this top tourist destination . iTravel will expose Hua Hin on different Channels in Thailand and across our globe.
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AEC – opportunities or threats to Thai developers?
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any of you have probably heard the word “AEC” mentioned lately. You may wonder what AEC is, and how will it potentially affects your business?
Courtesy of www.property-report.com
The AEC stands for Asean Economic Community and is the realisation of the end goal of economic integration, which is based on a convergence of interests of ASEAN Member Countries to deepen and broaden economic integration through existing and new initiatives with clear timelines. The AEC countries are Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, Brunei, Myanmar, Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam, Indonesia and the Philippines.
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High property prices reduce market potential
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ccording to Property Wire, the continued rise in land prices in Bangkok means property developers have had to raise the price of their new developments, limiting the size of the potential market.CBRE says end users are the ones leading the market rather than speculators and 85 percent of buyers who purchase off plan units are Thais. The latest market reports from CBRE also show that prices have risen most for developments which Thai investors see as having the most desirable locations and quality facilities. Thai buyers continue to dominate the downtown and midtown market where the mid-market trend continues to lean towards one-bedroom residences. Such demand was well catered for by most of the new downtown developments in the first six months of 2012, however developers are now having an increasingly hard time purchasing land at prices that will allow their units to be priced affordably.According to CBRE, in Q2, 2012, four projects were launched in the downtown area, a decrease in the number of newly launched units from 2,679 to 808. In total, 91 percent of the units offer one or two bedrooms and there are 328,434 units in downtown and midtown Bangkok with 1,449 units completed this quarter.
Recent extensions to the mass transit systems also mean a growing number of areas are becoming accessible and therefore present potential opportunities for condominium developments. However, each area will only have a limited amount of demand and the popularity of particular areas will constantly change over time. Central Lumpini currently has an average re-sale price of 163,550 baht per square meter, making it the area with the highest average re-sales price. However, reports suggest that in the Thai dominated midtown market, the budget range will be around THB1 million to THB3 million (US$32573 to US$97720), depending on factors such as the size and location of the development.
advantages over other countries in the AEC in this area. This will benefit Thai developers who consider expanding their business to other AEC countries because Thai developers will have access to good quality products at competitive prices. Singapore is strong in their financial and banking systems, therefore Singapore would have the advantages over others to invest in other countries with a lot less restrictions. No surprise Singapore is the number one investor in Myanmar. Myanmar has a lot of natural resources and it just opened up the country. So many countries have their The AEC, which will take effect in 2015, eyes on investing in Myanmar, especially in will present good opportunities to many the hotel developments. developers who wish to expand their business in neighbouring countries. With 580 million Another thing that would happen (actually people in the AEC, the market size will already happened) is merger and acquisitions. become be ten times bigger than before to We are likely to see more companies expand some developers. It could also be a threat to their business either in the form of taking over developers who are not prepared to compete on other companies or engage in joint ventures. Developers who have strong financial a larger scale. standings and have the expertise in their field One of the topics under the AEC Blueprint and want to expand would need the local is “Asean as Single Market and Production knowledge on the consumers behavior and Base”. It comprises five core elements: (i) demand from their local partner. free flow of goods; (ii) free flow of services; (iii) free flow of investment; (iv) freer flow of As a business owner I am excited about the AEC and the opportunities it will bring. Some capital; and (v) free flow of skilled labour. of you may be fully prepare for it, which is The above five elements will change the way great. Some may not be aware of it and not we do business in any of the 10 countries in prepared for it. My advice is to learn more the AEC. When those five elements take about the AEC and assess its potential impact effect, there will be a lot of opportunities for within your existing market, and also take many developers and also there will be a fierce the time to discover opportunities in other competition. countries as well. Any country that is strong in a particular In conclusion AEC will present both angkok Bank Executive Vice President Shoke Na Ranong (left) and Baan Rajprasong CEO segment will have advantages over their opportunities and threats — it depends on how Monthien Innoi (2nd from left) co-presented the third and the last 31.78 sq.m. The Energy competitors. For example Thailand is strong well you prepare yourself and how good you Hua Hin condominium, valued at Baht 2,174,000, to Warangkana Siri-aulanwong (2nd from right) in constructions and production of building are in what you are doing. Be prepared! a lucky Bangkok Bank credit cardholder. For more information on other credit card promotions materials, therefore Thailand will have and activities, please call Cardmember Service Center 02-638-4000. The Thai Government recently announced plans to invest US$90 billion to accommodate the launch of the AEC and economic expansion of the Greater Mekong Subregion (GMS). This is the biggest investment in Thailand’s history. The US$ 90 billion would be invested in infrastructure projects such as the Thai-Lao high speed train scheme and flood prevention and management projects. This investment will span seven years, while the main financial sources would come from borrowing.
Bangkok Bank presents a third Baht 2 million The Energy Hua Hin condominium to lucky credit cardholder
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Hilton Hua Hin Resort & Spa joined Hilton Worldwide introduces Carbon Offset Program for events and meetings in Southeast Asia
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ua Hin - October 10, 2012 – Hilton Worldwide today launched a carbon offset program for events and meetings held at select properties across Southeast Asia. At no additional cost to customers, Hilton Worldwide will measure carbon generated by all events at 11 of its properties in Malaysia, Singapore and Thailand, and purchase carbon credits to offset their environmental impact. The carbon credits will be used to fund renewable energy projects in Borneo and Cambodia. “Sustainability is a priority to Hilton Worldwide and a central part of how we do business. For us, it is not just about saying we are committed to sustainability, it is about taking action,” said William Costley, vice president, operations - Southeast Asia, Hilton Worldwide. “This program gives organizations and individuals a sustainable choice for their conferences, meetings or social events. By offsetting carbon emissions at no additional cost to our customers, together we are able to give back to the environment and benefit important renewable energy projects in the region.”
Hilton Worldwide is the first and only major multi-brand hospitality company to make sustainability measurement and corrective action a brand standard at each of its more than 3,900 hotels globally. The program applies to events held from October 1, 2012. It covers all events such as meetings, conferences, weddings and other social occasions held in the participating hotels’ function rooms. Hilton Worldwide will use its LightStay™ Meeting Impact Calculator to track and measure carbon emissions from
each event held. The calculator takes into account factors such as the event room water and electricity usage, food consumed, and guest rooms booked. LightStay™ is Hilton Worldwide’s proprietary system for analyzing, reporting and improving sustainability performance at each of its properties around the world. It offers tools and resources for hotels to improve performance and share best practices. Reporting through LightStay™, Hilton Worldwide has achieved its five-year goal to reduce total waste output by 20 percent; and is on track to reduce energy consumption and CO2 emissions by 20 percent, and water consumption by 10 percent, by 2013. Working with Climate Friendly, a carbon offset solutions provider, Hilton Worldwide has identified two initial beneficiaries of the carbon offset program in Southeast Asia. They are the Borneo Rainforest Rehabilitation Project and Cambodia Cookstove Project. “Increasingly, organizations are becoming more concerned about the impact of their
business and activities on the environment,” said Costley. “Hilton Worldwide’s Carbon Offset Program in Southeast Asia enables companies to measure the environmental impact of their events and offset this impact in a meaningful way.” Hotels taking part in the launch phase of the program are: • Conrad Centennial Singapore • Hilton Singapore • Hilton Kuala Lumpur • DoubleTree by Hilton Kuala Lumpur • Hilton Petaling Jaya • Hilton Kuching • Millennium Hilton Bangkok • Conrad Bangkok • Hilton Phuket Arcadia Resort & Spa • Hilton Pattaya • Hilton Hua Hin Resort & Spa Supporting resources : Learn more about Hilton MICE in Southeast Asia, Learn more about the Hilton Worldwide Carbon Offset Program in Southeast Asia
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Jarasum International Jazz Festival – South Korea
hen you’re sick of the everyday grind and you need to take off somewhere to feel renewed, what would you do? We’d say going to a music festival is the perfect solution to cast away your stress These world-class music festivals offer something for everyone, from rock to jazz to indie music. But that’s not all! Because they are held at outdoor venues away from Seoul, you can also hike, camp, picnic, and more—a true escape from the city life. Read on, pick a festival. Korean autumns are known for their crystal clear skies and pleasant breezes, the perfect weather for jazz. And just in time for that season is a two-time Best Festival of Korea award-winning jazz festival, the Jarasum International Jazz Festival. It brings some of the best international and domestic jazz musicians. Because of the inviting open-air venue, people of all ages and groups can enjoy the deep horns and groovy bass under the clear autumn sky. Renowned for its quality, Jarasum International Jazz Festival has moved up from relative obscurity in South Korea to being the best jazz festival in the Asia-pacific region in just seven years. With its winning scenery and other fun activities, this festival will leave you with many memories and a spirited heart. I was very fortunate to have
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been invited to present international famous Jazz performers to the Korean Jazz scene. With Daniel Humair, one of the best drummers this world still knows, I presented my top artists to the lingering crowds. There is a real hunger for live jazz in South Korea and Jarasum has done more than most to satisfy the demand. Over the last six editions Jarasum has hosted international acts of the caliber of the Esbjorn Svensson Trio, John Scofield & Joe Lovano, Hiram Bullock, Dennis Chambers, Mike Stern, Scott Henderson, Randy Brecker, Richard Galliano, Joshua Redman, Richard Bona, The Bad Plus, Joe Zawinul, Stefano Bollani, Charles Lloyd, John Abercrombie, Omar Sosa, Jean-Michel Pilc, Enrico Rava and Chris Potter. In spite of the impressive roster of international artists who have performed at Jarasum, the festival does a great deal to promote South Korean artists, and last year 50 of the 77 bands were local. The Festival was a great success and there is no reason why we could not have the same success with an internationally selected performer team in our beloved Thailand. With enough initiative and positive programming and organizing we could easily become the Jazz Hub in Asia. Our venues and climate would be our most popular hosts.René Marugg - Mephisto Jazz
The Mall plans new spending blitz
he Mall Group, the country’s second-largest shopping complex chain, will extend its retail empire in the next decade by adding four or five retail projects worth a combined 30 billion baht.
The Blu´port Hua Hin Resort Mall, a joint project of The Mall Group and Prayoonwitt Co, will feature shopping, entertainment and a five-star hotel, says Supaluck Umpujh, vicechairwoman of The Mall Group. Changes in city zoning driven by infrastructure growth will create market opportunity for the group.Vice-chairwoman Supaluck Umpujh expects the number of retail projects under The Mall Group to increase by half, reaching 15 projects in 2020. The objective is to develop one branch every two years compared with the past, when a branch was developed every three years.Ms Supaluck revealed that five new
projects are to be located on Sukhumvit Road and in Bang Na, Ramkamhaeng and Hua Hin. Another location is under consideration. Each project will cost 4-5 billion baht and will create 1,000 jobs. The Emquartier on Sukhumvit Road opposite The Emporium is among the new developments under the roadmap and will open by late 2014. The Bang Na project will begin construction next year.”Our investment will be carried out step by step. We will be cautious and selective with investments to ensure sustainable growth,” said Ms Supaluck. The company is set to introduce the Blu{aac} port Hua Hin Resort Mall on Oct 20.The project is being developed by Hua Hin Assets Co Ltd, a joint venture of The Mall Group and Prayoonwitt Co. Prayoonwitt chairwoman Jaraspim Liptapanlop is the mother of Suvat Liptapanlop, former deputy prime minister. Each partner holds a 50% stake in the 4-billionbaht Blu{aac}port project, located opposite the InterContinental Hua Hin Resort. Bluport will offer international retail shops, dining and entertainment plus a 200-room five-star hotel. “I got this plot of land by accident from Khun Jaraspim. More than that, I remember I used to run around this plot when I was a child,” said Ms Supaluck. She praised Hua Hin as one of the best resort destinations in the world, citing its royal heritage and pristine beaches.Receiving 5 million visitors a year, the intimate town offers a classy yet relaxed atmosphere, said Ms Supaluck. It offers a wide array of attractions and facilities including world-class golf courses, spas and luxury resorts. Moreover, more than 1.5 million people live in Hua Hin and its provincial areas. The Mall Group expects 48 billion baht in revenue this year, surging to 80 billion by 2020.
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Intercontinental’s Flagship Thailand Resort Appoints Rising Star Britta Kutz As Gm
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nterContinental Hua Hin Resort, the royal resort’s town’s pre-eminent luxury haven, is delighted to announce the appointment of Britta Kutz to the role of General Manager. Ms Kutz has enjoyed a swift rise through the InterContinental ranks and joins the Hua Hin resort from her most recent role as Deputy General Manager of InterContinental Singapore. It was there that her talent for leadership, brand awareness and excellent management was recognised, gaining her a coveted place on InterContinental’s Accelerated General Manager Development Programme. “It is a real honour to be appointed General Manager at such a celebrated resort,” said Ms Kutz. “The unique heritage of the town – a royal favourite for many years – is complemented by the resort’s refined and elegant style. “Throughout it has been inspired by the architecture of the legendary King Rama IV’s Summer Palace. I look forward to building on the resort’s already excellent reputation and the special place it has at the heart of Hua Hin.” German-born, multilingual Ms Kutz has also worked in sister properties in both Cologne and Frankfurt, Germany, where she was Acting General Manager and Director of Front Office respectively. It was in during her tenure at InterContinental Singapore, however, that Ms Kutz exceeded the InterContinental Hotels Group goal for guest satisfaction in 2011, and helped the hotel achieve the Hospitality Asia Platinum Award in the Signature Business Hotel category. Her experience at the InterContinental Singapore burnished her track record of savvy and inspiring day-to-day leadership and direction to the hotel team, maximising financial returns, driving development
of people and creating and maintaining a unique guest experience – all skills that will prove essential to managing the renowned resort in Hua Hin. The InterContinental Hua Hin Resort is the jewel in this historic royal town. Showcasing 119 rooms and three beachfront villas with private plunge pools, the resort also offers an unforgettable experience; La Residence, a two-storey, 480sqm 1920s Rama VI period beachfront house with a discreet private entrance and private garden. Other pampered touches include Club InterContinental, a private plane and personal butler. High levels of personalised service are married with legendary Thai hospitality throughout the resort and the InterContinental’s expert local knowledge and global assurance of quality will ensure that all experiences outside of the resort are authentic and create a lifetime of memories. “I am fortunate to be working with a team that understands how personalised service, fabulous facilities and a profound knowledge of their local area can really make a difference to guests,” adds Ms Kutz. “Becoming General Manager of this resort is a great opportunity to showcase to the world how we fit in perfectly within this royal heritage destination.”
Gang up and make it your own seashore home with “Be My Hotel” Package at Dune Hua Hin
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une Hua Hin Hotel invites family or friends in a group of 10 to grab this rare opportunity to relax from city life and making Hua Hin’s trendy and stylish beachside hotel your very own home. Take possession of this small and cozy hotel at an incredibly special rate with “Be My Hotel” package from now until December 25th, 2012. Become Dune’s privileged five couples and
enjoy the night in cozy rooms with fantastic food and drink available at the hotel’s bar & restaurant, private ultra fun pool party and music tailored to your tip-top taste. Enjoy an unforgettable day and night in a homely atmosphere with your “gang” or family at an exclusive Dune Hua Hin Hotel. For more information, please call (032) 515 051-3 or email us at md@dunehuahin.com
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s the European & United States teams competing in the Ryder Cup at Medinah were preparing for battle, so too were the teams competing in the 1st annual Banyan Rider Cup. For this events it was to be Team GB & I (Great Britain & Ireland) who would be taking on Team ROW (Rest of the World) in this much anticipated event at Banyan Golf Club. Banyan Golf Club had appointed the team Captain some weeks prior to the event, and the captains were to pick their own team of
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22 players. Each team Captain was allowed a maximum of 2 professional golfers in their team. The team captains were John Wither (GB & I) and Sam Sheriff (ROW). In true traditional fashion, the teams gathered the evening before to announce the pairings for the next days’ play. 3 formats of golf were played over 18 holes. The first 6 holes were played at Fourball (11 points ), the next 6 holes as Foursomes (11 points) and the final 6 holes as Singles match-play (22 points). The first team to reach 22 ½ points would be deemed Banyan Rider Cup Champions During the draw, players learned who they would play with and also the pair that they would face in battle. Handicaps allowances were calculated for each group & for each format On tournament day, the players started to arrive early, to practice, warm up and enjoy the early morning snacks provided at Mulligan’s Pub. Play got under way at 09.30 and within 90 minutes, all 11 groups were on the course. Scores were updated after each change of format, so a rolling score could be communicated to all players. Team GB & I got off to a fine start taking the Fourball matches 6 points to 5. Team ROW fought back brilliantly in the Foursomes to
take out the format 8 points to 3 and to take the overall lead. This was a lead they would not give away and inched further away in the Singles matches by winning that format 12 ½ points to 9 ½ points. The overall score for the event was Team Rest of the World 25 ½ points to Team Great Britain & Ireland 18 ½ points Following play, all players enjoyed a wonderful sunset BBQ in Mulligan’s Pub. Banyan Golf Club’s Stuart Daly addressed the players and thanked them all for their participation. He then
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invited the respective Team Captains to step forward and, Sam Sheriff, Captain of Team Rest of the World, was handed the official Banyan Rider Cup trophy. Sam was delighted to accept it on behalf of this team and announced that the team represented 13 different nationalities. The players celebrated long into the evening on the terrace of Mulligan’s Pub and plans were being drawn up by players for team strategies for the return match in 2013. Well done to Captain Sam, and to his Rest of the World warriors.
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ol. Col. Damrongsak Thong-ngamtrakul, the superintendent for Hua Hin Police Office and the chairperson of the Hua Hin Sport Development Club, has recently said that the HHSDC constantly realize how important doing exercise is for Thai youths as it is one of useful activities that allow them to spend free time wisely away from illicit drugs and gambling. Therefore, the HHSDC will organize the Jaturamit (Four Parties) Football Match which consists of alumni from 4 academic institutions: Klai Kangwon Royal Palace School, Hua Hin Witthayalai School, Hua Hin Witthayakhom School and Hua Hin School. With a major aim to enhance unity of the footballers and allow Thai youths to do exercise more, the match will take place on every weekend starting from 16 November 2012 to 7 December 2012 at Hua Hin School’s football field. An annual traditional football match played by former students of the 4 schools, this event welcomes both alumni members and tourists in Hua Hin. For more information, please contact Mr. Sommai Suksai, the secretary of HHSDC at tel. 089 918 3579.
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bout 70 Golfers had participated 1st Hua Hin Bakery Golf Invitation at Spring field on 14th October 2012.. They all have a lot of fun and great party. The winner Gross score go to Michael Larsen from Sweden.. This Golf invitation event to return some benefit and fun to all of our bakery members, clients and friends.
r. Somchai Krajohjerm said that the Club would organize a biking competition for a trophy of Their Majesties. The event, held under collaboration of Hua Hin Municipality and other concerned agencies, aims to celebrate the upcoming birthday anniversary of His Majesty on 5 December, raise awareness of Thai people on healthy life away from illicit drugs and other bad things as well as promote sport activities and tourism in Hua Hin. Divided into 2 categories: mountain biking for His Majesty’s trophy and plain route biking for Her Majesty’s trophy, the biking competition will take place between 1 and 2 December 2012 at the Hua Hin Clock Tower and Boh Fai Shooting Field. The mountain biking consists of 1.30 km. general mountain biking for males, 115 km. mountain biking for 30-39 year old males, 115 km. mountain biking for 40-49 year old males, 100 km. mountain biking for males and females of over 40 years old, 70 km. mountain and plain route biking and 35 km. VIP mountain and plain route biking. The plain route biking will begin on 1 December 2012 at 9 a.m. from Hua Hin Clock Tower to Khao Hin Lek Fire; the mountain biking, composed of 3 categories: A for 40 kms. B for 25 kms. and C for 10 kms., will start on 2 December 2012 from 11 a.m. at Boh Fai Shooting Field. Registration fee for all types of competition is 350 Baht. Interested people can join the activity from now on. More information can be obtained at tel. 082 240 9471 and 081 429 4488.
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he chairman of the Vintage Car Association of Thailand Mr. Khwanchai Paphasphong informed that this year’s event would celebrate its first decade with a big parade boasting over 50 vintage, classic and custom cars hardly to be seen elsewhere in this country. All the cars are worth 300 million Baht in total. More importantly, this will be the first time that visitors are allowed to participate closely in the event. “We and Amari Hua Hin will provide both Thai and foreign people a great opportunity to enjoy every activity the event has to offer. At the back of the hotel, a concert of The Richman Toy, The Year and Pang Nakharin will be organized along with a vintage Thai market,” said Mr. Khwanchai. The organizers conceptualized this year’s event as, “Vintage heart for any generations,”
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because the Vintage Car Association was concerned that some vintage cars in Thailand were near extinction. At present, vintage car conservation is no longer an activity for high heeled people but younger generations with creativity. In so doing, Thai culture will be cherished while vintage cars with classic younger people, the 10th Hua Hin Vintage styles will survive. Car Parade is free of charge for Thai and The first festive activity open widely for foreign visitors.
‘Hua Hin Automobile Concours 2012’ at Hua Lampong Railway Station
acques Mury (2nd left), General Manager of Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin recently organized a press conference for the ‘Hua Hin Automobile Concours 2012’ at Hua Lampong Railway Station. This event is held every year, with 2012 being the 10th year, which will be organized from December 14 - 16, 2012. The event this year is dedicated to Thailand’s
three auspicious occasions, the 85th birthday of His Majesty King Bhumibol, the 80th birthday of Her Majesty Queen Sirikit and the 60th birthday of His Royal Highness Crown Prince Maha Vajiralongkorn, all of which fall in 2012. The aim of this year’s event is also to assist in creating destination awareness, throughout Thailand and abroad, as well as displaying the charming classic and vintage cars.
From photo: (from left) Prim Srisukawat, Sales Executive - Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin, Mr. Mury, Montri Choopoo, Deputy Mayor - Hua Hin Municipality, Nutpakhal Akkarawich, Assistant Director – Tourism Authority of Thailand Prachuab Khirikhan, Viroj Treamphongpun, Deputy Governor [Governor] - State Railway of Thailand, Sommit Silpprasert, Provincial Deputy Governor of Prachuab Khirikhan,
Supatra Chirathivat, Senior Vice President – Corporate Affairs & Social Responsibilities – Centara Hotels & Resorts, Prachin Eamlumnow, President & CEO – Grand Prix International Co., Ltd., Sayam Sethaputra, President – Mercedes-Benz Club (Thailand) and Sukonthip Boonprong, Sales Coordinator - Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin.
Green Gallery Hua Hin and Living Room Bistro & Wine Bar
Green Gallery Hua Hin and Living Room Bistro & Wine Bar hosted a grand opening party on October 12, To celebrate the 4th anniversary on October12, 2012.Opened by Khun .Montri Chopu (the Deputy of Hua Hin Municipality .Guests enjoyed shows and live entertainment at the beachfront night event.
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Are USA and Europe on the same course?
This contribution is a comment to our October “ Reflections” by Christan Rasp The Author is a University Professor in International Economics.
What’s going on in the USA ?
‘‘The memory of hyperinflation during the Weimar period.’’ A warning.....
UNTIL RECENTLY, ONLY AN ODD AMATEUR ASTRONOMER LIKE MYSELF THREW AROUND NUMBERS IN THE TRILLIONS, leaving the rest of us behind with the thousands, millions and billions. However today, we can hardly pick up a newspaper without our minds being requested to get used to trillion of “some things”. But after those 12 zeroes the average untrained brain stalls. Just a few days ago President Obama announced that the US budget deficit - a measure of inflation to come! will hit 4.42 Trillions in the last fiscal year, three times the previous record under the Bush administration. Within 10 years the annual deficit is projected to reach 9 Trillions. Some financial experts expect GOOGLE INC. to be a Trillion dollar company in Market capitalization. Lets but that in a time frame perspective of the human mind. You would have to circumnavigate mother Earth, our own pale blue dot, 40 million times in order to reach a Trillion or travel to the sun and back over 5000 times. Last but n o t least comparison: A professor at Harvard calculated that counting one Trillion second to second would take a man 32.000 years: the vastness of a Trillion still seems to be elusive. So please stop counting other than the days remaining in the old year and enjoy other aspects of the upcoming New Year 2013.
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Around the World in a Mobile Home
Hey Kids – this is quite a trip…read more now! Robert & Clary visited Hua Hin on their way to Alaska
t has been a long journey, a very long journey, our journey of dreaming and our journey of planning. Eight years of dreaming and two years of planning. Now, at last, our dream has become a reality. We commenced our journey in January 2010; the journey of our life. We have now completed Stage One of our adventure from Borneo to South Africa and from South Africa to Europe. We visited 30 countries and covered a distance of nearly 70,000km (almost enough to circumnavigate the globe twice at the equator). Africa has so many breathtakingly beautiful places and during Stage One of our around the world 4WD adventure, we have been very privileged to have experienced everything these countries have to offer. We were exposed to so many different cultures, scenery and beautiful people. For most part, Southern, Middle and Eastern Africa is a remarkably kind and benevolent place. We are a Dutch couple who have been dreaming about travelling the world in an off-road vehicle. In the 28 years since we moved to Australia, we have travelled approximately 300,000km throughout Australia. The last 140,000km has been in the period 2003 to 2007. We enjoy the deserts, remote places, beautiful scenery, bush camping and camp fires. After many nights discussing the possibility of an around the world trip, we made the decision to sell our business, retire and then start travelling. Over a period of one year, we gathered a great deal of information about Africa. In February 2010, we embarked on our world adventure, firstly visiting Borneo while we were waiting for our truck to arrive in South Africa. Our website includes our Australia trips, our world travel and the 10,000km test drive to Cape York just north of where we live. Born 24.6.55 in Arnhem Holland, Robert has lived in Holland, the Caribbean and Australia. He was a Royal Dutch Marine from 1974 to 1977. Then in 1977 he married Clary
Lingeman. Robert and Clary moved to Australia in 1981. They lived in Sydney, Brisbane, Melbourne and for the past fifteen years they have lived just north of Cairns in Northern Australia. Robert has been involved in the hospitality industry most of his life. He has held executive positions with Nestle, Sara Lee and Sinclair Halvorsen, before becoming self-employed and involved in food manufacturing, wholesale, import and export. Ten years ago Robert and Clary purchased Apres Beach Bar & Grill in Palm Cove, Tropical Northern Australia. Robert`s hobbies include: Travelling, bush camping, swimming and music. Born 28.10.56 in Dieren Holland, Clary has lived in Holland and Australia. Clary worked in Holland as a teacher until migrating to Australia with husband Robert in 1981. Due to the many job transfers with Robert, Clary worked many jobs in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane. While Robert was involved in his own business in import/export, Clary purchased her own business, the Apres Beach Bar & Grill in Palm Cove, North Queensland. Robert then sold his own business and then spent his time assisting Clary with her business in Palm Cove. Clary`s hobbies include: Travelling, bush camping, swimming, reading and gardening. Our Trip We have now embarked on Stage Two of our journey. We have had to dramatically alter our original plans for this stage due to the political situation in North Africa and will now be travelling through Europe and West Africa. Stage One - Borneo and South Africa to Europe Completed : The journey started 10 February 2010 in Borneo where we spent three weeks before flying to South Africa to meet our truck on the wharf in Durban. We travelled from Cape Agulhas, east of Cape Town (Africa`s
most southerly point). We then travelled north till Sudan from where we crossed the Red Sea to Saudi Arabia (Jeddah). From there we drove to Holland, arriving on Christmas Day 2010. The countries we visited were:Sarawak, Brunei, Sabah, South Africa, Lesotho, Swaziland, Mozambique, Botswana. Namibia, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Malawi. Tanzania, Rwanda, Uganda, Kenya, Ethiopia, Sudan, Saudi Arabia, Jordan, Syria, Turkey, Bulgaria, Serbia, Croatia, Slovenia, Austria, Germany, Holland Stage Two - Europe and West Africa Start January 2011 - Finish October 2011 The countries we will visit are: Belgium, France, Spain, Morocco, Mauritania, Western Sahara, Mali, Niger, Chad, Nigeria, Benin, Togo, Ghana, Burkina Faso, Guinea, Bissau, Gambia, Senegal, Andorra. Once back in Europe we will tackle Iceland and Norway including Europe`s most Northern point “North Cape” before ending Stage Two at the October fest in Munich Stage Three - Northern Africa, Europe and the Middle East Start January 2011 - Finish October 2011 In 2010 we did not visit Egypt, Libya and Tunisia. Hence we will travel back to Alexandria in Egypt to continue our Journey
(this is subject to the political situation) Before heading back to mainland Europe we will visit Africa’s most northern point near Bizerte in Tunisia. Once back in Europe we will tackle Northern Europe, including Europe’s most Northern point, “North Cape”. The countries we will visit are: EgyptLibya-Tunisia (Italy-SwitzerlandGermany only transit), Finland Northern Russia, Eastern Europe and once we leave Eastern Europe en route to Asia: Iran, Kuwait, Dubai, Oman (the plan is to then leave our truck in Dubai) Stage Four - Middle East to Asia Start February 2013 - Finish October 2013 The countries we will visit are: Pakistan, Tibet (China) Nepal, India, Bhutan, China, Laos, Thailand, Cambodia, Vietnam, Malaysia and Singapore Stage Five - Asia to Europe Start January 2014 in Singapore - Finish November 2014. The countries we will visit are: China, Mongolia, Russia (including Siberia), Kazakhstan, Ukraine Stage Six - South America Starting January 2014 in Brazil and finishing in Mexico October 2015 Around We will ship our truck from Holland to Rio de Janeiro (South America).The countries we will visit are: Brazil, Bolivia, Paraguay, Uruguay, Argentina, Chile, Peru, Ecuador, Columbia, Panama (we will take a ferry from Ecuador), Costa, Rica, Nicaragua, El Salvador, Honduras, Guatemala, Belize, Mexico Stage Seven - USA, Canada and Alaska March 2016 to October 2016 March 2017 to October 2017
Editor : you can see pictures and stories of this great journey on www.doubledutchworldsafari.com
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Criminal Law in Thailand Part XII Remedies if the Arrest isn’t Proper
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James Finch and Nilobon Tangprasit
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 bylooking 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 off-duty 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) 32 522-237 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting +66 (0) 32 522-237 end_of_the_skype_highlighting, (0) 32 522-273 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting (0) 32 522-273 end_of_the_skype_highlighting. 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 begin_of_the_skype_ highlighting +66 (0) 89 207-9390 end_of_the_skype_ highlighting.
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Healthy Food & Live Longer
How to Live Longer by Eating Healthy
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ealthy eating can increase blood flow, decrease risk of cancer and heart disease, and keep your bones and body moving. Healthy foods like vegetables and fruits, as well as fish, can dramatically increase your chances to live longer. Healthy food creates energy inside our bodies and provides minerals and vitamins that are needed to keep us going. Learn how you can live longer by eating healthy. Start by cutting up some veggies to keep in the fridge. The more you have at hand, the less you will grab for sweets, pies, and most commonly chocolates. Carrots and celery make great snacking foods. Choose a selection of fruits and vegetables for your fridge. They are the most natural food items to have in your fridge. Always add them to a meal you create whether it is adding vegetables into the meal, or having an apple as dessert. Eat a healthy breakfast of fruits and either oats, fiber cereals or yogurts. Bananas provide numerous benefits for the body, including adding calcium, fighting depression and stabilizing moods. Drink flavored teas or green tea. Green tea gets rid of the toxins in the body and makes rooms for the vitamins and minerals you receive from vegetables and fruits. Choose fish and chicken, over red meats. Fish and chicken are an excellent source of vitamins and they tend to settle in the stomach easier than red meats. They will give you the strength and iron you need to fuel your body with live energy. Avoid chocolates, artificial sweets and soda pops. When people start eating junk foods like chocolate, sodas and chips, they are not giving their body any nutrients to work with. Drink at least 2 liters of healthy mineralized water (Aura) every day. Keeps you hydrated and your liver healthy.
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Wora Bura Spa
irst impressions can defy what lies beyond‌.. Wora Bura Resort and Spa is exactly that, an unpretentious entrance that defies the beauty of a bygone era reflecting the atmosphere of 19th Century Thailand. This unique Resort is a delicate balance and blend the both Thai and European colonial style architecture of the past. From the moment you enter the Lobby it becomes apparent that all the charms of the past have been captured with its delicate attention to detail. The Lobby was designed as a Museum to encapsulate the important influence of King Rama V both in what he did for Thailand and how he established a long relationship between western nations and his own. Wora Bura Resort and Spa is beachfront property opening onto the Gulf of Siam. This boutique resort captures all things Thai, from the 77 luxurious rooms, suites and villas, reflecting the 77 provinces of Thailand, dÊcor that intertwines east and west, sculptured gardens including a maze, cultural activities held in the courtyard and Thai cooking classes. There is also a range of other recreational activities including a gym, water sports, golfing arrangements and a luxurious Spa.
All the rooms are beautifully appointed and capture every intended aspect of the era. You are taken back to a time when rushing was not a normal state, where leisurely days meant true relaxation and the simplicity of sunset cocktails followed by dinner, the most elegantly part of the day. Whether you are a guest at the Resort or a visitor to Hua Hin, a session at the Wora Bura Spa will leave you feeling thoroughly refreshed and revitalised. The Wora Spa menu is extensive; the therapists are all highly trained and the treatments are special too. In addition to the interesting menu selection, there are also several special pampering packages, particularly the Top-to-Toe, which is a treat for the senses, truly fit for a King or Queen.
by Maggi Cough
On arrival at the Spa your wellness host guides you through the menu to ensure your individual needs and requirements are met, whether you choose to pamper yourself with a beauty treatment, massage, body scrub using the finest natural ingredients, or you just want to relax in a heated whirlpool or Jacuzzi as you gaze into a tranquil lagoon view. If you are having an extended stay in Hua Hin I would recommend purchasing an Exclusive Spa Membership be it Silver, Gold or Premium, or maybe indulge in The Wora Spa Experience packages of either 3, 5 or 7 days. The Spa treatments, which have been inspired by western remedies combined with traditional Thai herbs, have developed into the therapeutic treatments for guests seeking the path to wellness. These fusion treatments, to restore the natural balance of the body, are offered in one of the 5 treatments rooms. There are separate relaxing areas for women and men, each of which has sauna, a steam room and a heated whirlpool. The Spa radiates a tranquillity and serenity of life in another era, but is blended seamlessly with all the modern requirements of a world-class facility. All body products used are unique to the Wora Spa and are also available for purchase. Dining at one of the three on-site venues will certainly compliment your Spa experience. You can choose from the Rak Talay Beach Restaurant, The Chulamongkut Restaurant serving international cuisine or perhaps have a light meal in the Museum Lobby. Together with the management of Wora Bura Resort, I am confident that you will find the experience at The Wora Spa a memorable one. For more information go to www.worabura.com or call the Resort on Tel: 3253 6999
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Siam Winery Launches New “Viña Maipo”
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iam Winery, Thailand’s leading wine producer and importer of premium brands, together with Viña Maipo, recently organizing a stunning Chilean style wine pairing dinner, taking at the fabulous Decanter restaurant, at the St. Regis Hotel Bangkok. Viña Maipo was born in 1948 in Maipo Town, situated 38 kms south of Santiago and located in Maipo Valley, Chile’s most important and renowned winegrowing region. In 1968 Viña Maipo was acquired by Concha y Toro S.A., the biggest Wine Holding in Chile. Nowadays Viña Maipo is positioned among Chile’s main exporting wineries. Viña Maipo has presence in more than 60 countries; England, Sweden, Finland, Norway, Japan, Mexico and Brazil, being the main markets.
ORIGIN OF MAIPO TOWN Maipo Town was founded in 1583, with the purpose of defending the area from native’s attacks. As in every Chilean colonial town, social life was centered around the Church.
Since those early days, the main activity of this town was totally related to the harvesting of their lands. Each of Viña Maipo bottles intends to transmit the essence of our winery coming from the passion the people from Maipo town have for their lands and traditions. This is the main reason why you can find the church illustration and the legend of Maipo town in every Viña Maipo label : “It has been said for centuries in Maipo Town, that its vineyards have been miraculously protected thanks to a tradition. Every year, people gather around Maipo Church to pray or the safeguard of their lands. Surprisingly the vineyards appear to have been protected ever since.” VIÑA MAIPO CHILEAN SYRAH EXPERT After strong growth in recent years, Viña Maipo is now focusing on the production of superior quality wines grown in the best Chilean terroirs. Viña Maipo seeks the best quality in each price point. Nowadays, we are working on a new winemaking strategy focused on Syrah as a flagship wine and plants in the Quinta de Maipo estate in Maipo Valley, the oldest and most prestigious of the Chilean wine growing regions.
Recommended places
S&S Indian Restaurant Tripadvisor awarded and certified
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wenty five years ago , young Augusto Paparello and his bride Khun Sai strolled into Hua Hin, having gotten tired of Pattaya. They had Hua Hin in mind and looked for a location to open an Italian Restaurant. Soon they found an ideal location. Twenty five years later they can look back on a successful career. La Villa restaurant is not only a restaurant but an institution in Hua Hin. Leading the way for other Italian entrepreneurs, Augusto, known as Khun Marco emphasizes that it was never his intention to serve beautiful modern age dishes known as Nouvelle Cuisine but to serve home cooking he learned from his grandmother and mother and also by himself. The food at La Villa is tasty , plentiful and still good looking. The Menue is well selected and covers most of the Italian Medditeranean country and coastal recipes. Wines and desserts are plentifull and the entourage is pleasant. Pizzas come from Villa´s wood fired oven making them among the best in town. My favourite are mixed clams with a tomato sauce and plenty of fresh baked bread to dip. This with a bottle of Chianti is a royal meal.
New Places in Town
Snoopy Bar – Traditional Danish food tends to be very rich and somewhat heavy.
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ome cooked Indian and Nepalese style food at very reasonable prices. A small but fine little restaurant run by the Naresh family. On the menue all sorts of curries, non spicy and spicy accompanied by dips and toppings. Biryani Rice, Tandoori Chicken, Chapati, Masala, Papadom, Chapati, Chicken Tikka, Buttered Chicken, you name it, Naresh will cook it! They are on Soi 94, just off the Petschkasem road on your left hand side going towards the rail road.
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dinner meal will usually be based around meat, potatoes and gravy. More often than not the meat will be pork. The Danes eat the most pork per capita in the world. It is odd that the potato is considered to be such an essential part of traditional Danish cooking. Reasonable prices, nice atmosphere, right in the middle of town, behind the Wat on …road, you cannot miss it.
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HUA HIN EVENTS & PROMOTIONS - November 2012
4 – 15 November – Phra Samut Chedi Fair - Ceremonial procession in Samut Prakan to pay Homage to Phra Samut Chedi, Red Cross booths and sales of OTOP products at the oldest temple fair in Thailand. 9 November - Royal Barge Procession - to celebrate the 85th birthday of His Majesty the King on 5th December. 17 – 18 November – Surin Elephant Roundup - To commemorate the importance of the Thai elephant and to commemorate the local peoples’ important relationship with them, the Surin Elephant Round Up show has been held annually since 1960. 28 November – Loy Kratong - Loy Krathong Sai, Thailand’s Festival of Lights, is a beautiful night time event, where Thai’s float ornately decorated Krathongs illuminated with candles, incense, and other decoration.
Hotel Promotions
Unless indicated differently , ALL prices are to be understood Per Person - NET + VAT + Service Charge - ++ etc.
Banyan Resort & Golf Club
Power Tee Competition
Tuesday, 6th November 2012, Tee time from 1 pm. Play the back, middle & forward tees all in the same, round. GREAT new format of golf. THB 1,750.- includes snacks following game.
Golf & Wine Dinner
Saturday, 17th November 2012, Tee times from 12.30 pm., followed by a 5 course wine dinner THB 4,200.- golf & dinner. THB 1,900.- dinner only
Power Tee Competition
Friday, 30th November 2012, Tee time from 1 pm. THB 1,750.- includes snacks following game. For further information or reservations contact 032-616200 reservations@banyanthailand. com, www.banyanthailand.com
Editor : Most Hotels, Resorts & Restaurants are preparing for the high season, events and festivals. Therefore, the Hotel contributions in November are less than usual.
Putahracsa Promotions
DaySPA : “Sparkling Beauty Package” - only 3,500 Baht (300 minutes) Choice of your facial treatment,Eye brilliance treatment ,Manicure,Pedicure “Spa Happy Hour” Everyday from 10.00 am – 15.00 pm Buy one and get 50 % discount on the second treatment of our à la carte menu Rooms Weekday Escape, Silksand Room: 5,200 Sansky Villa : 7,280 Oceanbed Jacuzzi Villa :8,720 Oceanbed Pool Villa: 14,480 La Canna Pool Villa : 21,440 La Canna Beachfront Pool Villa:25,600 * Room inclusive breakfast buffet for 2 persons ,Free in house activities -Thai dessert making demonstration, beach volley ball, trip to Plearnwarn ,Free Wifi and use of library including magazines ,Daily Happy Hours at Oceanside and Sala Monsoon and Saturday’s sunset sessions with THB 99 Happy Hour ,Stay 2 consecutive nights in any Ocean villa and get daily free mini-bar, daily fresh fruit juiceand a Putahracsa Photo frame farewell gift.Non-refundable full deposit required at the time of reservation. Promotion applies from Sun - Thu .Valid from 01-30 November 2012 Food & Beverage Ob-Oon : New on Ob Oon’s menu – Muffins! Assorted flavors, chocolate, vanilla, banana, fruits in season, nuts…THB 25 per piece, 6 pieces for THB 120 only!
Oceanside Beach Club and Restaurant : Thai Curry Night at Oceanside
Beach Club and Restaurant – Enjoy mouthwatering Thai curries like a green curry, red curry, Panang curry and Massaman curry flavored with coconut milk and chili paste. Only THB 250++ for any curry. Beer bucket Promotion - Let’s try The Original Thai Beer “Singha Beer” - 3 bottles for 299++, Saturday’s Sunset Sessions at the Oceanside Beach Club with DJ Toey From 21:30 till late...THB 99 Happy Hour from 21:30 – 22:30 Sala Monsoon Restaurant : Friday, 16th of November 7- 9 PM - please reserve Thai Wine, Thai Tapas and Thai Dance Cocktail style Wine tasting at Sala Monsoon Restaurant.Siam winery Sommelier presenting the history of Monsoon Valley and the winesTHB 899 per person.
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an Benjarong Restaurant, Royal Thai cuisine, Dusit Thani Hua Hin /Cha-am. Address: 1349 Petchkasem Road,Cha-am, Petchburi 76120 , Hua Hin Beachfront, Hua Hin / Chaam, Thailand. Enjoy authentic Royal Thai cuisine at the Dusit Thani Hua Hin’s famous “Baan Benjarong” in a traditional Thai setting overlooking the lagoon. Make your selection of dishes from our a la carte menu or help yourself to a delectable buffet spread. Fu Lue Chinese Restaurant, Grand Pacific Sovereign. Address: 334/1 Ruamjitt Road, Cha Am Beachfront, Cha Am, Thailand.Authentic Cantonese Cuisine by Master Chef. Salas Pool restaurant, Italian gourmets, Sheraton Cha am-Hua Hin, Address: 573 Petchkasem Road, Thambol Cha-Am, Cha-Am, 76120 ThailandSet in the heart of the resort, this poolside restaurant serves authentic Italian gourmets in a relaxed Thai setting. Enjoy your favorite meal in one of 10 unique pavilions, surrounded by a lagoon-style pool and tropical gardens. Black Lotus Restaurant and Lounge, Address: Soi 112, Hua Hin, Thailand,Black Lotus Restaurant and Lounge is a new restaurant in Hua Hin. Our Chef provides a fine symphony of the North European kitchen and the traditional Thai dishes, we strive to give you a perfect dining experience in luxury surroundings, at very reasonable prices. White Lotus Restaurant, Hilton Hua Hin, Address: 3 Naresdamri Road, Hua Hin Beachfront,Savor delicious Szechuan and Cantonese dishes from this 17th floor Hua Hin rooftop restaurant at the Hilton Hua Hin Resort & Spa. Choose the outdoor seating for panoramic views of the Gulf of Thailand Papa John’s Grill Restaurant & Beer Garden Restaurant, Hua Hin Address: 1/154 Soi Moobaan Khao Takiab, Hua Hin, Prachuab Khiri Khan, Thailand Da Mario Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria, Hua Hin, Address: 20 Naresdamri Road, Hua Hin, Prachuabkhirikhan 77110, Thailand ,Da Mario Italian Restaurant and Pizzeria is situated in Hua Hin near fishing pier, with a charming of the beach of Gulf of Thailand, only 190 km south of Bangkok. Launched 3 outlets in Phuket over 15 years ago. Da Mario represents an Italian cuisine from all regions in Italy, just being like other authentic restaurants in its country. Da Mario’s management and staff invite you to visit us to taste a part of Italy in Thailand.
Hilton Resort & Spa
Oktoberfest at The Beer Garden : - 15-17 November From 6:00 pm – 11:00 pm.
Enjoy Oktoberfest, draught beer, traditional German cuisine, games and the original live band from Germany at the Beer garden next to Hua Hin Brewing Company. The Market Restaurant : Light festival on Nov. 28 -Savour the flavors of Thailand in a market style setting serving a vast range of Thai food. Celebrate the evening filled with traditional Thai entertainment and the Krathongs to be set afloat on the water for THB 1,400 nett per person (including soft drinks, beer and wine) Children under 12 years old pay half price
White Lotus Restaurant : Loy Krathong Chinese Full Moon Buffet on 28 November - A fusion of Chinese, Thai and Mediterranean cuisines for THB 899 nett per adult for THB 399 nett per child 6-11
Beer House : Sexy Thirstday - Get ready for the sexy Thirstday night at the Cocktails bar. Ladies receive free flow shooters on every Thursday starting from now until October 30 from 9 -11 pm Weekend Coyote Madness -Every Friday & Saturday from 10:00 pm till late, let’s get down and naughty because it is the weekend and the girls are ready to party. For more information and reservations, please call 032-538999 or fb.huahin@hilton.com
MANGO HIGH TEA
AT MCFARLAND HOUSE
McFarland House invites you to enjoy the genuine freshness and sweetness of Thai
mangoes. Our talented chefs have created an afternoon tea featuring a selection of mouthwatering mango items served with your favourite tea or coffee while overlooking the Gulf of Thailand to allow your sense of taste to explore this delicious seasonal fruit. Delight in the green mango salad with cashew nuts, seared tuna and mango bruchetta, roasted duck breast with chilli mango relish, chicken, apple and mango salad in a crispy basket. To sweeten your afternoon in Hua Hin, an afternoon tea set also includes desserts such as mango tartlet, mango pudding, scone with mango jam, mango-sushi with sticky rice and voul-au-vent with cream cheese and mango, all complemented by the rich aroma of tea from Dung Ti Oolong and English Breakfast, to Fancy Sencha or healthy teas such as Pure Camomile, Jasmine Gold, Peppermint, Red Roses and Mango Dream. Take a break and enjoy the taste of fresh mangoes with Mango High Tea at McFarland House everyday from 2:00pm to 6:00pm priced just Baht 300 net per person. For reservations and further information, please call +66 3252 1234 Fax: +66 3252 1233 email: reservations.hrhuahin@hyatt.com , www.huahin.regency.hyatt.com
Prime Steakhouse & Blackout Cocktail Bar, Hua Hin. Address: Thipurai City Hotel, 8/5-7
Soi Kanjanomai Poolsuk Road, Hua Hin, Prachuabkirikhan 77110 Thailand Whether you are after a romantic meal with a loved one or a large group of friends getting together for a party, Prime is the perfect choice. The wide menu has been created to satisfy all tastes. The menu offers you everything from pasta, salad, desserts, pizza and European specialty dishes.The salmon has been imported from Norway and the beef imported from Australia and New Zealand, to be sure of the highest quality. Also on offer are the highest quality wines, whiskey, cognac, and champagne. The aim is to offer high quality food and service at reasonable prices. Mamma Mia & Pizza Mia Restaurant Hua Hin, Call: 032-512 250 ,Come and join us for lunch or dinner in our new fully air-conditioned restaurant. Or come and relax with a cappuccino on our beautiful roof garden terrace which has a wonderful ocean view. Villazzo Restaurant, V Villas, Hua Hin, Address: 63/39 Petchkasem Road, Hua Hin, Prachuab Kirikhan 77110 Thailand.Dine in style at Villazzo Restaurant. The resort’s chic poolside eatery serves exquisite cuisine alfresco or in air-conditioned comfort, beginning with a delicious buffet and a la carte breakfast. At lunch, discover the secrets of Thai cuisine at V Villas’ fun and inspirational cooking classes. Learn how to cook one of the world’s most popular cuisines with the resort’s gifted chef. The delicious dishes include salads, soups, main dishes and desserts. Participants in the class can choose from a wide selection of popular recipes including marinated and grilled barbecued pork with mixed fruit salad, pomelo salad with prawns, green curry with chicken, massaman curry with beef, stir-fried chicken with cashew nuts, dumplings in coconut milk, and much more. In the evening, guests can enjoy an enticing menu of beautifully plated delectable dishes, complimented by a selection of outstanding wines. La Paillote, French Restaurant Hua Hin, Address: 174 Naresdamri Road, Hua Hin, Thailand (Opposite Centara Grand Hua Hin ) LA PAILLOTE is a quality French restaurant located in Hua Hin. Our restaurant is open seven days a week from 10:30am until late in the evening. La Paillote team is pleased to welcome you to the “LA PAILLOTE” romantic outdoor terrace as well as or in our well ventilated inside dining room. The LA PAILLOTE French expertise is a “sun oriented” style of French cuisine.The kitchen is managed by Gaston and Joyrak who has an extensive culinary experience in Thailand and in France as well. Our tranquil atmosphere and exquisite food does not mean expensive pricing. Our aim is to provide outstanding food and drinks at a very reasonable price. Heaven’s Kitchen Hua Hin, Address: 21 Soi Hua Hin 55 Chomsin Road, 77110 Prachubkririkhan, Thailand.Heaven’s Kitchen has more than a bit of Heaven The newly opened restaurant in the center of Hua Hin lives op to its name. It actually has a little piece of Heaven. The hosts Michael and Peter welcome you at the cozy little balcony facing the street. On the balcony there is a clear view of the street and the life that passes by — while you enjoy a drink or some of the many small dishes from the menu. The place has an intimate atmosphere where chef Peter likes to listen to your wishes and comes with suggestions for tasteful appetizer. The large bright back room has space for 45 guests. Throughout the afternoon and evening there is a steady traffic of visitors who enjoy specialties of Thai, German dishes and Heaven’s Kitchen’s own versions of familiar international dishes.
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Olympic Gold Medal winner in Hua Hin
Sheila Taormina
(born March 18, 1969 in Livonia, Michigan)[1] is an Olympic athlete from the United States, who has competed at four Olympics (1996–2008) and was the first woman to qualify for the Olympics in three different sports (swimming, triathlon and modern pentathlon).[2] At the 1996 Summer Olympics, she earned a gold medal as a member of the winning U.S. team in the women’s 4x200-meter freestyle relay. At just over 5’2” tall, and not having made her first Olympic team until the age of 27, Sheila Taormina seems At just over 5’2” tall, and not having made her first Olympic team until the age of 27, Sheila Taormina seems an unlikely candidate to have competed at four consecutive summer Olympiads in three completely different sports. Her first two attempts to qualify for the Olympics in swimming (1988 and 1992), came up short, during what were considered her “peak” years. Following those
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ua Hin remains an attractive destination for second homes, according to Knight Frank Thailand, part of the global property consultancy Knight Frank LLP.
years she moved forward with her education, finishing her Masters degree in Business in 1994, and then began her professional career in the automotive industry that same year,
unlike those in other tourist destinations such as Phuket and Samui are mostly retirees or those with Thai spouses. They have a limited budget, said Surasak and prefer to buy a residence for their own use as a second home during their country’s winter season. Condominiums is the only type of property which can be owned on a freehold basis by foreigners.
Supply and demand have in recent years focused more on inland condominiums, as opposed to beachfront projects and projects that have sea view from the units.
Surasak further explained that foreign buyers,
tools and thought processes, including breaking paradigms, applying the Pareto Principle, establishing the keys to success, focusing on the process, managing performance pressures, and more. At school assemblies and other youth organization events Sheila shares insights into the Olympics and behind-the-scene stories from the Games. She encourages healthy bodies, good posture, and strong minds - revealing the tools that help to manage nerves and deal with disappointment. Her most important message woven throughout the presentation is how to develop the spirit to keep working towards one’s dreams without giving up. Editor´s note: it is seldom that you meet such an inspiring, down to earth , kind and successful person. Sheila is all this and much more , all in one ! Have a great life Sheila. Your inspiration is an example for all of us. Read more about Sheila at www.sheilat.com.
Courtesy of www.property-report.com
The consultancy says the majority of buyers hail from Bangkok, while sales to overseas clients including expatriates working in Bangkok only make up 25 percent of total. Especially condominiums have proved to be The historical unit take-up rate during peak a popular second home option in the seaside years for Hua Hin condominiums has been resort. about 1,000 to 1,200 units per annum, however during the first half of this year, there were about 1,655 units sold. The influx of new supply has seen take-up rates to drop from 45 percent in 2011 to 44 percent during the first half of 2012.
Surasak Limpa-arayakul, director of research and valuation department, Knight Frank Chartered (Thailand) said that between 2003 to the end of June this year, the total supply of condominiums was 17,349 units, with 3,956 of those added in the first half of 2011. The company said that over 75 percent of condominium buyers are Thai, especially those from affluent Bangkok-based families. Beach condominiums are popular amongst expatriates and foreign retirees. One of the major deciding factors for expatriates when buying a property in Hua Hin was the reliability and reputation of the developer, while affordability seems to be vital for foreign retirees.
working a full-time salaried position in Detroit. With her eyes set on the possibilities of 1996, she trained before and after work with her small hometown swim team in Livonia, Michigan. There were no corporate endorsements fueling the effort - just a plan, some hard work, and a coach who believed along with her. Sheila learned about technique, efficiency, and the keys to success. Applying those throughout the years, Sheila grew to become Olympic champion in one sport, world champion in a second sport, and the world cup standings leader in a third sport. Am Amidst these challenges, Sheila set out to shatter the paradigms, and now you have the opportunity to hear her message, one that is filled with laughter, intensity, honesty, passion and compassion. Learn about the plan that enabled an ordinary person to achieve extraordinary results. Sheila’s keynote presentation to businesses includes explanations of various performance
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The cumulative average growth rate of beachfront condominium units in south Hua Hin was at 4.2 percent between 2010 to the first half of 2012, with an average selling price of THB138,010 per sqm, according to Knight Frank.
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n November 23 – 25, 2012, Skeet and Trap Shooting Association of Thailand will host the “Hua-Hin Sporting Clay” at Hua-Hin Shooting Club’s in Bo Fai, Soi 6 Hua -Hin, Prachuab Kirikhan (Bo Fai Shooting Range) in order to promote clay target shooting in the region, to provide an opportunity for interested people to enjoy the activity. “Skeet and Trap Shooting Association of Thailand decides to host the first “Hun-Hin Sporting Clay” in Hua-Hin, Prachuab Kirikhan because Hua Hin is one of the leading tourist places in Thailand which is quite popular among foreign tourists,” disclosed Mr.Suebchai Chainuvati, President of Skeet and Trap Shooting Association of Thailand. Being another form of clay target shooting which takes place in natural environment, “Sporting Clay” is highly
popular internationally. Each world competition which is accredited by FITASC attracts more than 1,000 shooters around the world. The Association has a plan to arrange for an Asian Sporting Clay Competition in the near future. In the upcoming Hun-Hin Sporting Clay competition, there will be many types of shooting disciplines for both Sporting Clay and Compak Sporting, categorized in various classes as follows: 1. Class Master, 2. Class A, 3. Class B, 4. Class C (beginner), 5. Categories : Side By Side Shotgun, Pump Action Shotgun, Small Gauge 28 &36, 6. Mini IPSC : Pump, Auto The Competition is open for all (beginner to Expert) please contact Skeet & Trap Shooting Association of Thailand, Khun Petcharat (Tel. 02-369-1935 or 02-319-0313), Khun Pidsamai (081-926-1892), Khun Napaporn (080-550-4234) for more information.
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EU Meeting in Hua Hin A mbassadors and representatives of the European Union (E.U.) have recently attanded a meeting in Hua Hin to discuss about foreign affairs and relations between European countries and Thailand. On the occasion, they met and talked to local media and journalists of Hua Hin, too. H.E. David Lipman, the E.U. Ambassador and Head of Delegation, said that the meeting, attended by E.U. Ambassadors and representatives from 17 countries in Europe, took place at Hilton Hua Hin. The main agenda of the meeting concerns problems on trade, commerce, investment and economy among others as well as good relations between Thailand European nations. H.E. Lipman also emphasized the good relations, mentioning the visit of the current Prime Minister Ms. Yingluck Shinawatra to Europe and the visit to Thailand by senior officers of E.U. Moreover, the E.U. would like to initiate cooperation and free trade in Thailand apart from strengthening human rights, good governance and value development of E.U. and Thailand.
The British Ambassador, who took part in the meeting, said that Thailand enjoyed very good opportunities to strengthen relations and develop itself together with European countries. Now, what is the most important thing is the free trade since many European countries are facing economic crisis. So, trade, investment and political development is much needed and Thailand is one of the few countries where European like to visit and study. Currently, the European countries are establishing a center of European culture which allows Thailand to participate in and jointly develop. In terms of political problems in Thailand, the British Ambassador said that other countries understood it because this was an internal matter for many countries. So, the problem does not affect tourism, joint investment, economy and international cooperation of Thailand and European countries. Recently, European countries, such as Sweden, has set up its consular section in Cha-Am to take good care of around 10,000 Swedish people in the area and in Prachuap Khirikhan. In the future, Sweden and other European countries will open their own consular section in Hua Hin. “In terms of some problems on imported agricultural products from Thailand to Europe, especially some insects found in imported vegetable, the E.U. already gave advice to concerned organizations in Thailand so that they put strict measures on exported goods later. The E.U. then hopes that goods and products from Thailand will be improved,” said the E.U. Ambassadors, adding that they did not hamper any imported goods or products from Thailand. The E.U. Meeting in Hua Hin is a good occasion and opportunity for Thailand to formulate policies and plans that suit well with Euope’s. It is also a chance for local media in Hua Hin to meet and talk with senior officers of the E.U. The European Union consists of 27 members, 20 of which have their own embassy in Thailand. Among others, the most well-known European nations for Thai people are England, France, Germany, the Netherlands, Spain, Portugal, Belgium and Italy.
กลุม่ ทูตยุโรป “อีย”ู 17 ประเทศ ประชุมร่วมทีเ่ มืองหัวหิน
By Chamnan
คณะเอกอัครราชทูตและผูแ้ ทนจากประเทศสมาชิกสหภาพยุโรป “อีย”ู ร่วมประชุมทีเ่ มืองหัวหิน ทางด้านความสัมพันธ์ระหว่างประเทศกับประเทศไทย พร้อมเปิดใจกับกลุม่ ผูส้ อื่ ข่าวท้องถิน่ เมืองหัวหิน จาก การเปิดเผยของ มิสเตอร์เดวิส ลิปแมน หัวหน้าคณะผูแ้ ทนสหภาพกลุม่ ประเทศยุโรป “อีย”ู ว่า ตนเองใน ฐานะหัวหน้ากลุม่ ฯ ได้มกี ารน�ำแต่ละประเทศของยุโรปหรือทีเ่ รียกว่า “อีย”ู 17 ประเทศมาประชุมกันทีโ่ รง แรมฮิลตัน หัวหิน ซึง่ ได้นำ� เรือ่ งราวและปัญหาต่างๆ ทางด้าน การค้า การลงทุน เศรษฐกิจ และอืน่ ๆ มาพูด คุยกัน โดยเฉพาะความสัมพันธ์ทดี่ ตี อ่ กันระหว่างไทย-กลุม่ ประเทศยุโรป ซึง่ จะดูได้จากรณีที่ ฯพณฯนายก รัฐมนตรีไทยไปเยือนยุโรปและเจ้าหน้าทีร่ ะดับสูง ประธานคณะกรรมาธิการยุโรปมาเยือนไทย และทีส่ ำ� คัญ ทางสหภาพยุโรปฯ นัน้ ต้องการความร่วมมือและลงนามการค้าเสรี หรือทีเ่ รียกว่า “วินเทรด” สิทธิมนุษยชน หลักนิตธิ รรม รวมทัง้ ยังต้องการทีจ่ ะพัฒนาทางด้านค่านิยมของกลุม่ ประเทศยุโรปร่วมกับทางประเทศไทย ทางด้านทูตอังกฤษกล่าวว่า ประเทศไทยนัน้ มีโอกาสทีด่ มี ากทีจ่ ะได้มคี วามสัมพันธ์และพัฒนาร่วม กับกลุม่ ประเทศไทยในยุโรป สิง่ หนึง่ ทีม่ คี วามส�ำคัญมากทีส่ ดุ คือ การค้าเสรี ขณะนีใ้ นกลุม่ ยุโรปประสบปัญหา ทางด้านเศรษฐกิจ จ�ำเป็นจะต้องมีการพัฒนาทางด้านการค้า การลงทุน การเมือง ส�ำหรับประเทศไทยนัน้ ก็ยงั มีวฒ ั นธรรมไทยทีด่ ี ซึง่ ดูได้จากการเข้ามาเยือนของกลุม่ ชาวยุโรปทัง้ ทางด้านการท่องเทีย่ ว กาค้า การลงทุน รวมทัง้ ยังมีกลุม่ นักศึกษาเข้ามาแลกเปลีย่ นและนักศึกษาไทยในยุโรป และขณะนีท้ างกลุม่ ประเทศยุโรปได้ รวมตัวกันตัง้ ศูนย์ “วัฒนธรรมยุโรป” ขึน้ มา เพือ่ ให้ทางประเทศไทยได้มสี ว่ นร่วมและพัฒนากันขึน้ มา ส�ำหรับในส่วนของปัญหาทางการเมืองไทยนัน้ เป็นเรือ่ งภายในซึง่ แต่ละประเทศก็เข้าใจแต่ความ สัมพันธ์นนั้ ก็ยงั มีอยูต่ อ่ ไปไม่วา่ จะเป็นการเข้ามาท่องเทีย่ ว การมาร่วมลงทุน การแลกเปลีย่ น เศรษฐกิจ รวม ทัง้ ความร่วมมือระหว่างประเทศ ซึง่ ทัง้ หมดนีส้ หภาพยุโรปยังไม่ได้รบั ผลกระทบใดๆ คณะทูตฯ ยังกล่าวอีกว่า ขณะนีก้ ลุม่ ประเทศยุโรป โดยเฉพาะสวีเดนนัน้ ก็ได้เข้ามาตัง้ “กงสุล” อยูใ่ นเขตชะอ�ำ ทัง้ นี้ เพือ่ จะท�ำหน้าที่ ดูแลชาวสแกนฯ ทีไ่ ด้เข้ามาอยูใ่ น จ.ประจวบฯ และ จ.เพชรบุรี ทีม่ อี ยูป่ ระมาณ 10,000 คน พร้อมกันนีก้ ม็ ี แนวโน้มอีกว่าสวีเดนและประเทศยุโรป อาจจะมาตัง้ สถาน “กงสุล” เพิม่ ขึน้ มาอีกในเขต อ.หัวหิน “ส�ำหรับ ก รณีทปี่ ระเทศไทยมีการน�ำเอาสินค้าทางด้านการเกษตรส่งเข้ามาในกลุม่ ประเทศยุโรป ซึง่ มันก็มปี ญ ั หาเล็ก น้อย กรณี “ผัก” มีแมลงปนเปือ้ นเข้าไปนิดหน่อย ซึง่ ทางสหภาพฯ ได้มกี ารแนะน�ำให้กบั ทางหน่วยงานของ ประเทศไทยด�ำเนินการดูแลกวดขัน ซึง่ หลังจากนัน้ แล้วก็ไม่มปี ญ ั หาแต่อย่างใด ซึง่ ทางสหภาพฯ ก็คาดหวังว่า รูปแบบและระบบของสินค้าไทยจะดีตามค�ำแนะน�ำตลอดไป ซึง่ ทัง้ หมดนีส้ หภาพฯ มิได้มกี ารกีดกันในการน�ำ เข้าสินค้าจากรประเทศไทยแต่อย่างใด” คณะทูตฯ กล่าว อนึง่ ฯ ส�ำหรับการประชุมร่วมกันของกลุม่ “อีย”ู ในครัง้ นีถ้ อื ว่าเป็นนิมติ หมายทีด่ ใี นการก�ำหนดทิศทางของแต่ละประเทศให้กบั ประเทศไทย และทีส่ ำ� คัญก็ยงั เ ปิดโอกาสให้กบั กลุม่ ผูส้ อื่ ข่าวในระดับท้องถิน่ ได้ตอบข้อซักถามซึง่ ทีผ่ า่ นมานัน้ ยังไม่เคยมีการพบปะกันใน ระดับท้องถิน่ เลย ส�ำหรับกลุม่ ประเทศสหภาพยุโรป “อีย”ู ก็มอี ยูด่ ว้ ยกัน 27 ประเทศ และทีม่ สี ถานทูต ประจ�ำประเทศไทยนัน้ 20 ประเทศ ซึง่ ประเทศทีส่ ำ� คัญนัน้ ก็มี อังกฤษ ฝรัง่ เศส เยอรมันนี เนเธอแลนด์ สเปน โปรตุเกส อิตาลี เบลเยีย่ ม ฯลฯ
Wat Neran – Cha Am
By Sorravit
to hold biggest Loy Krathong ever.
W
at Neranchararam Buddhist Temple, known locally as Wat Neran, will organize the biggest Loy Krathong festival ever in Cha-Am, aiming to foster Thai culture with traditional Thai games as a highlight. The Loy Krathong will fall on 28 November this year. Many places in Thailand, including Cha-Am, are now preparing for this festive event. The Cha-Am Municipality has already proposed that this year’s festival would take place from 27 to 28 November 2012 at 2 major Buddhist temples of the city: Wat Neranchararam and Wat Cha-Am Khiri. Located north of Cha-Am Beach, Wat Neran will hold the Loy Krathong festival with a beauty pageant of Nang Noppamas -- the lady who first initiated a lotus-shaped Krathong to float in a river --, a contest of beautiful Krathong made from biodegradable materials, vintage Thai dancing, outdoor cinemas and music performances by local students. There will also be selling of many products and Krathongs made by natural materials which visitors can float in the temple’s pond or in the sea by the temple. Apart from floating Krathongs, visitors can pay respect to a big Buddha image and a statue of Luang Pho Sa-nguan Chakharo, the former abbot of Wat Neran. Local people believe that those who pay respect to both of them will enjoy infinite good luck.In terms of Wat Cha-Am Khiri, the Loy Krathong will take place by the adjacent canal. On 27 November at 10 a.m., a Buddhist ceremony will be held to pay respect to the statues of Luang Pho Wek and Luang Pho Lam, both of whom were former
abbots of the temple. In the evening, there will be a lot of stage performances and vintage Thai dancing. On 28 November in the afternoon, a traditional Thai sport activity will be organized to enhance unity of local communities. In the evening, apart from Loy Krathong activities, there will be a lot of festive activities like vintage Thai dancing in which anyone can join outdoor movies and Thai music performances. With a major aim to foster traditional Thai culture, both the venues will make use of Thai activities, especially vintage Thai dancing to entertain all visitors. The Loy Krathong festival at Wat Neranchararam and Wat Cha-Am Khiri is looking forward to welcoming both local people of Cha-Am and tourists.
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City News
Volume 4 issue 3 November 2012
By Chamnan
Trans-Thai Gulf Ferry Talk Faces Disagreement T
he Minister of Transport, along with the Governor of Phetchaburi and business people of Prachuap Khirikhan and Phetchaburi, attended a meeting about the project of a trans-Thai Gulf Ferry from Hua Hin/Cha-Am to Pattaya on 6 October 2012. During the talk, some senators of Phetchaburi expressed disagreement with this project. Held at the Holiday Inn Resort Regent Beach Cha-Am, the event saw the Minister of Transport Mr. Jaruphong Reungsuwan, Phetchaburi Governor Mr. Winai Buapradit and 150 businesspeople attend the meeting. Its aim was to enable all the attendants to discuss about opening transportation by the sea as an option to solve problems of land travelling and promote tourism for Thais and foreigners who want to visit Pattaya, Cha-Am and Hua Hin by a new form of transportation which is much safer than travelling by train or car. If approved, this project will use a big doubledeck ferry to carry goods and passengers across the Gulf of Thailand. Its first and major terminal is in Pattaya while the first stop from Pattaya to the other side is Saphan Hin Pier in Cha-Am. The second one is at the Hua Hin fishing pier. With the total distance of 113 kms., a trip takes 3.30 hours and one ferry can carry some trucks and cars together with around 200 passengers. The trip costs 500 Baht per person excluding surcharge for cars. The ferry will provide 3 trips daily for each of the terminals.
Seatrans Ferry Co. Ltd. will be responsible for providing ferries for the project under supervision of Harbor Department of Thailand. Businesspeople in Phetchaburi and Prachuap Khirikhan are encouraged to estimate and evaluate impact and problems on the areas and environment where the project takes place while politicians, local people and activists can express their opinion openly. If every approves the project, the Ministry of Transport will conduct it immediately. Mr. Jaruphong said that travelling by car from provinces of eastern Thailand to those of western Thailand or vice versa is now facing a lot of problems, namely traffic congestion and road accidents which cost many travelers much time and money. Should sea transportation by the ferry exist, both Thai and foreign travelers will enjoy convenient commutation.
The Venezia is ready to launch itself
in the tourism industry in 12.12.12
T
he Venezia Hua Hin, Thailand’s first Venetian phenomena for tourists, with a great shopping mall, is partnering with Siam Commercial Bank, Villa Supermarket and AIIZ to officially launch its project in 12.12.12, as a lucky period.
Suthatsa Laohongkiat, the Managing Director of Fashion Village Development Co.,Ltd. and the head executive of Venezia Hua Hin, added that this business partnering showed our trust to those prospect retailers who haven’t made a decision on whether or not to rent our space. In fact, our space was already occupied up to 80 percent. Our focus groups are divided into 4 key groups including a commercial bank such as SCB, food and retailer such as Villa Supermarket, fashion such as ICC, and garment such as AIIZ. Actually, we still embrace other groups which come with unique and creative products. “ The project has been progressing as scheduled. We are quite confident to announce our official launch date which will be in 12th of December, 2012. We hope that in 2013 Venezia will be a great new shopping mall that gain popularity in Cha-Am and Hua hin. And the following year in 2014, it will be ready to accommodate great national events and great regional ones in 2015, a year of AEC.” Suthatsa added. After the official launch, Venezia will have several amazing events line up to draw visitors
including the International Wine and Beer Garden from 15 to 31 December this year, a concert by numerous well-known artists, a count-down event to nicely end 2012, the Carnival Fun Park at the beginning of January 2013, the Place Of Love to welcome a romantic Valentine’s in February with a set of love land, the official Grand Opening in March, and Songkran Festival in April. We hope that people in Hua Hin and Cha-Am will enjoy throwing water in this special event here, a new place for major events. Our budget for event organization values over 50 Million Baht, mostly for the event setting as well as the advertising promotion through all channels. The Venezia Hua Hin is positioning itself as the first tourist attraction site as well as a remarkable shopping center, equipped with Venetian architecture and the Grand Canal, which is able to meet everyone’s need. No matter where you’re from, foreign countries, Cha-Am, Hua Hin, Pranburi, or Prachuapkhirikhan in which many accommodations are located, Venezia Hua Hin is a must-go place for you to suit your needs. Inside the Venezia Hua Hin, there are full of Trendy restaurants and a particular zone for Pub & Restaurants to serve those night life lovers. Along both sides of the Grand Canal, you can enjoy a ride on the Gondola Boat, Italian carriage, together with a rail service for a round tour. For a family, this place provides a huge family event area including a Dino Park, restaurants, Mini Zoo, and Play land & Park. The project covers the area of 46 Rai on inbound interstate route, Petchkasem Road, 700 meters away from the airport tunnel. Its facilities include the activity area of 4,000 Square Meter, 400 restaurants, and a huge parking space to accommodate over 2,000 vehicles. It is worth up to 1,200 Million Baht.
The form of sea transport proposed by the Minister of Transport is derived from the one used in Turkey, Italy, England, Shanghai and Hong Kong, where ferries are commonly used to take passengers and goods from one place to another. The Minister of Transport and consultants have already visited those countries on a field trip and realized that such transportation might be useful for Thai people as well. A senator of Phetchaburi Ms. Sumol Sutawiriyawat said that she disagreed with this project because there might be some hidden agendas since at least a plan on environmental impact of Cha-Am beaches should have been
formulated before proposing this project. She added that a cement industry currently located at Saphan Hin in Cha-Am also has some impact to Cha-Am beaches because the road along beaches is eroded so much that a lot of stones have to be used to prevent more damage in that area. Finally, Ms. Sumol informed that the former Government planned to build a motorway along the coastline to Puek Tian and Cha-Am beaches. However, this plan later turned out to be a road across the sea which she believes will affect both environment and local people’s life. That is why she opposed the project until it was cancelled.
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รัฐมนตรีวา่ การกระทรงคมนาคม พร้อมผูว้ า่ ราชการจังหวัดเพชรบุรี และนักธุรกิจประจวบฯ – เพชรบุรี ประชุมเสวนาโครงการ เรือเฟอร์รขี่ า้ มฟากอ่าวไทยพัทยา – ชะอ�ำ – หัวหิน สว.เพชรบุรเี ดินหน้าค้าน เวลา 09.00 น. วันที่ 6 ตุลาคม ทีโ่ รงแรมฮอลิเดย์ อินน์ รีสอร์ท รีเจ้นท์ บีช ชะอ�ำ จ.เพชรบุรี นายจารุพงษ์ เรืองสุวรรณ รัฐมนตรีวา่ การกระทรวงคมนาคม พร้อมด้วย นายวินยั บัวประดิษฐ์ ผู้ ว่าราชการจังหวัดเพชรบุรี พร้อมด้วยนักธุรกิจของจังหวัดประจวบฯ – เพชรบุรี จ�ำนวน 150 ท่าน ได้เปิดเวทีเสวนาโครงการผลักดัน การพัฒนาการเดินเรือข้ามฟากเฟอร์รพี่ ทั ยา – ชะอ�ำ – หัวหิน ซึง่ เป้าหมายและจุดประสงค์ในการเปิดเส้นทางขนส่งทางทะเลในครัง้ นี้ เป็นนโยบายของทางรัฐบาลไทยทีต่ อ้ งการ สร้างทางเลือกในการขนส่งผูค้ น สิง่ ของจากซีกตะวันตกไปสูต่ ะวันออก เพือ่ ลดปัญหาการ จราจรในทางบก ส่งเสริมการท่องเทีย่ วให้กบั ชาวไทยและต่างชาติของพัทยา – ชะอ�ำ – หัวหิน รวมทัง้ ลดการเกิดอุบตั เิ หตุเสริมความ มัน่ คงทางขนส่งทางน�ำ้ โดยก�ำหนดจุดสถานีขนส่งแม่อยูท่ เี่ มืองพัทยา สถานีปลายทางที่ 1 อยูท่ ที่ า่ เรือสะพานหินชะอ�ำ สถานีปลาย ทางที่ 2 อยูท่ ที่ า่ เทียบเรือประมงหัวหิน รวมระยะทางเส้นทางตัดข้ามทะเลอ่าวไทยประมาณ 113 กม. ใช้เวลา 3.30 ชัว่ โมง รูปแบบ ของเรือทีใ่ ช้เป็นเรือเฟอร์รี่ 2 ชัน้ เปิดท้ายรองรับรถเก๋ง – รถบรรทุก ประมาณ 100 คน พร้อมกับผูโ้ ดยสารประมาณ 200 คน ค่า โดยสารคนละ 500 บาท ไม่รวมค่ารถทีน่ ำ� ลง แล่นให้บริการไปกลับแต่ละจุดวันละ 3 เทีย่ ว ซึง่ ทัง้ หมดนีท้ าง บ.ซีทรานเฟอร์รี่ จ�ำกัด จะเป็น “เจ้าภาพ” ในการจัดหาเรือฯ มาวิง่ ประจ�ำส่วนตัวสถานทีท่ างรัฐบาล กรมเจ้าท่าจะเป็นผูก้ ำ� หนดและควบคุม ส่วนปัญหาในการ พัฒนาพืน้ ทีแ่ ต่ละแห่ง ผลกระทบสิง่ แวดล้อมนัน้ เปิดโอกาสให้นกั ธุรกิจในสองจังหวัด นักการเมือง นักอนุรกั ษ์ฯ ประชาชน ได้รว่ มน�ำ เสนอแนะพร้อมกับให้แสดงวิสยั ทัศน์ ว่าจะรับโครงการดังกล่าวนีห้ รือไม่ ซึง่ ถ้าประชามติและเสียงเรียกร้องให้จดั ท�ำโครงการดังกล่าวนี้ ทางกระทรวงคมนาคม จะเสนอแผนก�ำหนดแนวทางระยะเวลา งบประมาณ จัดท�ำให้ทนั ที และ จะเสนอแผนก�ำหนดแนวทางระยะ เวลา งบประมาณ จัดท�ำให้ทนั ที และถ้ามีการคัดค้านและไม่กจ็ ะยุติ นายจารุพงษ์ฯ กล่าวว่า ขณะนีป้ ญ ั หาการขนส่ง การสัญจรไปมาของจังหวัดซีกตะวันตกของประเทศไทยไปยังตะวันออกนัน้ เมือ่ ใช้เส้นทางของถนนก็จะติดขัด ความล่าช้า การเกิดอุบตั เิ หตุ จึงท�ำให้ผคู้ นต้องเสียเวลา เสียค่าใช้จา่ ย ซึง่ ถ้ามีเส้นทางตัดข้ามอ่าว ไทยในจุดทีก่ ล่าวมานีม้ นั จะท�ำให้เกิดความสะดวกรวดเร็วขึน้ ตามมาทางด้านการขนส่งสิง่ ของ การท่องเทีย่ วให้กบั ชาวไทยและชาวต่าง ชาติ รูปแบบในการขนส่งทางน�ำ้ ในรูปแบบทีไ่ ด้นำ� เสนอนัน้ ก็ได้นำ� เสนอนัน้ ก็ได้นำ� มาจากเมืองอีสตัน ประเทศตุรกี และประเทศอิตาลี อังกฤษ และเซีย่ งไฮ้ ฮ่องกง ซึง่ ประเทศเหล่านีใ้ ช้รปู แบบการขนส่งผูค้ นสิง่ ของทางน�ำ้ โดยใช้เรือเฟอร์รี่ เป็นพาหนะจากตัวสถานีแม่ไป ยังสถานีลกู แต่ละเมือง ซึง่ รูปแบบและกระบวนการตนเองและฝ่ายทีป่ รึกษาได้ไปศึกษาดูงานเช่นกัน ซึง่ เห็นแล้วว่าก่อให้เกิดประโยชน์ อย่างมหาศาลภายในประเทศ ส�ำหรับผลการประชุมเสวนาในครัง้ นีม้ ี สภาอุตสาหกรรมจังหวัดเพชรบุรี สภาอุตสาหกรรมจังหวัดชลบุรี ก รรมการหอการค้าจังหวัดประจวบฯ นายกสมาคมธุรกิจการท่องเทีย่ วหัวหิน – ชะอ�ำ นายกสมาคมธุรกิจการท่องเทีย่ วเมืองพัทยา บริษทั ซีทรานเฟอร์รี่ จ�ำกัด แอละ ดร.จักรกฤษณ์ ดวงพัสตรา ผอ.ฝ่ายวิจนั ศูนย์อาเซียนศึกษาจุฬาลงกรณ์มหาวิทยาลัย จะเป็นผู้ รวบรวมถึงผลดี – ผลเสีย น�ำเสนอให้กบั ทางรัฐบาลได้ทราบ ทางด้าน น.ส.สุมล สุตะวิรยิ ะวัฒน์ สว.จ.เพชรบุรี กล่าวว่า ส�ำหรับการทีจ่ ะเปิดเส้นทางเดินเรือข้ามฟากระหว่างอ่าวไทยนัน้ ไม่เห็นด้วย เพราะมีนยั ยะแฝงอยู่ อย่างน้อยๆ จะต้องมีการจัดท�ำแผนในเรือ่ งของสิง่ แวดล้อมทีมนั จะส่งผลกระทบต่อชายหาดทะเล ของเมืองชะอ�ำ แม้แต่ในอดีตกรณีทที่ างโรงปูนซีเมนต์มาท�ำสะพานหิน ก็สง่ ผลกระทบต่อชายหาดทะเลชะอ�ำจนท�ำให้นำ�้ ทะเลกัดเซาะ จนท�ำให้ถนนพังลงจนต้องน�ำหินไปกองตัง้ ปิดกัน้ เอาไว้ขณะนี้ นีค่ อื ผลของโรงปูนฯ ทีม่ าท�ำท่าเทียบเรือ และนอกจากนัน้ ในอดีตรัฐบาล เก่าก็เคนคิดทีจ่ ะสร้างถนน “มอเตอร์เวย์” เลียบชายฝัง่ ทะเลมาลงทีใ่ นหาดปึกเตียน – ชะอ�ำ แต่ผลแบบออกมากลายเป็นตัดผ่านใน ทะเลซึง่ ก็จะส่งผลกระทบต่อสิง่ แวดล้อม วิถชี วี ติ ของผูค้ นชาวประมง ตนเองก็ยงั ต้องออกมาคัดค้านจนท�ำให้โครงการดังกล่าวนีต้ อ้ ง ล้มเลิกลงไป
Hotel De La Paix Unveils New ‘Peace Of Cake’ Deal
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otel de la Paix Cha Am Beach, Hua Hin’s ‘Peace of Cake’ Dream Wedding package offers couples their choice of a seamless Thai or Western wedding ceremony with maximum style and minimum fuss, with all the details taken care of by the resort’s meticulous planners and a host of pampered pleasures and privileges thrown in as part of the deal. Hotel de la Paix translates as the “Hotel of Peace” or “Peace Hotel” – and it is the tranquillity, style and professionalism which provides wedding couples a carefree and intimate occasion with close friends and family – combined with fun, “letting your hair down” nights at the fine dining Clouds Loft restaurant followed by a visit to the hip Red Bar. Discover a true destination experience set against the charming seaside serenity of Cha Am with a traditional Thai ceremony. Your wedding will be a feast for the senses – a visual spectacular, a symphony of Thai cuisine and music, and the heady scent of tropical flowers and indulgent spa products adding to your sweetest day. The Thai ‘Peace of Cake’ Ceremony includes a Buddhist blessing with prayers by nine monks, wedding garlands for the bride and groom, plus a corsage for the groom and a floral bouquet for the bride. Imagine the photo opportunity as the saffron-robed holy men solemnly ascend the hotel’s white marble staircase. Begin wedded bliss in style as you say your vows on a platform overlooking a seemingly endless reflection pool.
Or opt for the Western ‘Peace of Cake’ Ceremony, which includes a Master of Ceremonies to lead couples through their exchange of vows, plus a corsage for the groom and floral bouquet for the bride, and additional corsages for the parents of the bride and groom. The sleek contemporary architecture of award-winning Thai visionary and ‘spatial poet’ Duangrit Bunnag offers an unrivalled backdrop and a spectacle that will wow your guests. Both packages also offer the happy couple two nights of complimentary accommodation in a Horizon Room, including breakfast for two, our special Spa Indochine Wedded Bliss couple’s indulgence for 60 minutes, a five pound wedding cake, a bottle of Champagne for the cake-cutting ceremony, free flow of soft drinks and herbal drinks for up to 40 guests, a stage plus light and sound system, traditional Thai or western decorations, steamy jasmine wedding bath and our signature honeymoon set up for newlyweds in the bride and groom’s suite.For more information please check on www.hoteldelapaixhh.com
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avratri, a Hindu festival dedicated to the worship of the Hindu Goddess Durga. The word Navaratri literally means nine nights in Sanskrit, nava meaning nine and ratri meaning nights.[2] During these nine nights and ten days, nine forms of Shakti/Devi are worshiped. The 10th day is commonly referred to as Vijayadashami or “Dussehra.” Navratri is a very important and major festival in the western state of Gujarat and Maharashtra, during which the traditional dance of Gujarat called ‘Garba’ is widely performed. This festival is celebrated with great zeal in North India as well including Bihar, West Bengal, Madhya Pradesh and the northern state of Punjab. The beginning of spring and the beginning of autumn are considered to be important junctions of climatic and solar influence. These two periods are taken as sacred opportunities for the worship of the Divine Mother Durga. The dates of the festival are determined according to the lunar calendar. Navarathri represents celebration of Goddess Durga, the manifestation of Deity in form of Shakti [Energy or Power]. The Navarathri festival or ‘Nine Nights festival’ becomes ‘ten days festival’ with the addition of the last day, Vijayadashami which is its culmination. On all these ten days, the various forms of Mother Mahisasura-mardini (Durga) are worshiped with fervor and devotion. The Navaratri commences on the first day (pratipada) of the bright fortnight of the lunar month of Ashvin. The festival is celebrated for nine nights once every year during the beginning of October, although as the dates of the festival are determined according to the lunar calendar, the festival may be held for a day more or a day less.
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Swiss Sheep Farm
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ua Hin, October 2012 – Sheraton Hua Hin Resort & Spa is honored by Central Juvenile and Family Court in organizing “Pre Inauguration Ceremony Vows of Juvenile and Family Court of Associate Judge in Part 2 and 7” during 17-18 October, 2012. Upon arrival, Sitthirat Hothongkam, Hotel
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Manager of Sheraton Hua Hin Resort & Spa (fourth from the left) and Khanitha Singtothong, Director of Rooms (third from the left) warmly welcome Adj. Prof. Dr. Chiranit Havanond, Chief Justice of the Central Juvenile and Family Court (fourth from the right) as the Fae Fang Kaew @ Swiss Sheep Farm head of pre ceremony.
Sheraton Hua Hin Resort & Spa Welcomes New Director of Sales & Marketing
ua Hin, October 2012 - Welcome back Khun Chatchaya Glaiprayong to the Starwood family, as a new Director of Sales & Marketing, Sheraton Hua Hin Resort & Spa, effective October 1, 2012. Fascinated by hospitality industry, Khun Chatchaya began her career as Sales Manager at The Sukhothai Bangkok and entering the world of Starwood Hotels & Resorts in early 2000 where she spent almost nine years with Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket by the position of Director of Sales before decided to seek new experiences with JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa as a Director of Leisure Sales. With over 12 years of experience with Starwood Hotels & Resorts, Khun Chatchaya’s insight and her in-depth understanding of sales and marketing in the hospitality industry will bring new and exciting journeys to the 240-key resort to further success. Fond of discovery, Khun Chatchaya loves travelling and inspiring her journey with new cultures and discovering experience. She enjoys spending her moments with friends and reading good books.
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Premium Outlet Village Cha Am
f you are looking for a bit of retail therapy when you visit Cha Am then look no further than the Premium Outlet Village, which is located approximately 6kms north of Cha Am town centre. One of the biggest shopping complexes in the area, it covers just over 16000 square metres and has enough parking spaces for 500 cars! The Outlet Village consists of well over 100 different retail outlets, selling the latest in designer clothing, sportswear and footwear for all occasions, from many of the world’s leading brands such as Lacoste, Diesel, Nike, Puma Adidas, Nautica and Quicksilver. You’ll also find the largest golf store in Phetchaburi, Golf Challenger Hall, which specialises in selling professional golf equipment and merchandise from many of the sports leading names. Many of the items that are available at the Premium Outlet Village can be reduced by as much as 70% off the recommended retail price, so there is a really good chance that you will be able to grab yourself a bargain or two! Cha Am Premium Outlet Village is also home to a large food court and an impressive grill and seafood restaurant. People travel from far and wide to visit the Premium Outlet Village, as for many it provides the perfect stop off point when travelling between Cha Am and Bangkok. One of the reasons for this is that Outlet Village is so well signposted and providing you are travelling down Phetchkasem Road then the shopping complex is pretty difficult to miss. Open from 10am to 8pm Mon-Fri and 9am to 8pm at weekends, find more information on the Premium Outlet Village and shopping in Cha Am
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Cha Am Today
Volume 4 issue 3 November 2012