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HUA HIN VINTAGE CAR PARADE TO BE HELD IN DECEMBER
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Good news for car enthusiasts, the Hua Hin Vintage Car Parade is set to take place from 16-18 December 2022.
The event, which is now in its 20th year, is organised by The Vintage Car Association and will be held at the Dusit Thani Hotel.
“Hua Hin Vintage Car Parade is in its 20th year and this year we have partnered up with a new ally, Dusit Thani Hua Hin Hotel,” stated Kwanchai Paphatphong, President of the Vintage Car Club of Thailand. Phetchaburi to Prachuap Khiri Khan.
The vintage car parade has always received strong support from the Phetchaburi Chamber of Commerce, Cha-Am Municipality, Hua Hin Municipality, and the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), Mr Kwanchai explained.
This year’s event will be organised under the banner “Turn Back the Clock…Feel the Breezes…Enjoy the Sea Views” and will give people in Hua Hin and Cha Am the chance to see a wide range of valuable and rare classic cars.
The event will formally begin on December 16 with a caravan procession of the cars from Auto Rendezvous Museum on Pracha Uthit Road in Bangkok to the Dusit Thani Hua Hin, which will include stops at Kaeng Krachan National Park and Monsoon Valley Vineyard along the way.
Then on Saturday afternoon (Dec 17) between 3:00 PM and 4:30 PM the Dusit Thani will prepare activities that enable visitors to get a closer look at the cars. Visitors will have the opportunity to take a trip in some of the cars and have a special photograph memento of the experience.
Furthermore, on Saturday evening, the hotel will be hosting a special gala dinner event. Anyone who is interested in attending the gala dinner, which includes a performance from the Sensation Band and ballroom dancing, please contact Kru Girl on 08-9130-6150.
More details are also available at www.facebook.com/VintageCarClub.
Proceeds from the event will help to raise funds for the Christian Foundation for the Blind in Thailand and the Ban Wang Koi School in Thap Thai, Huahin.
ISSUE 245 • DECEMBER 2022
Property OVERLOOKING THROUGH THE EYES OF EXPERTS ON HUA HIN REAL ESTATE MARKET INSIGHT IN THE POST-COVID ERA
Ever since Covid-19 hit, the global economy as well as Thailand has encountered several consequences of the pandemic. Thus, affecting many industries and sectors, including real estate among others. With that said, this loss was compensated though as buyers from Bangkok and all around Thailand made a decision to buy a property in Hua Hin.
Let’s explore Hua Hin real estate market insight through the eyes of Lazudi Hua Hin experts, Glenn Thomson and Ronny Svaleng to share their insights on the real estate market challenges and opportunities that this market holds.
At first when we asked Glenn Thomson, Head of Real Estate Hua Hin, he said “There has been a strong market from Thais buying villas with good sized plots to compare with maybe their main residence in Bangkok which might not offer good space or good views, unlike any other place”. Meanwhile,
the General Manager Rental at Lazudi, Ronny
Svaleng also said and agreed about the challenges in terms of customers’ behavioural changes during the post-pandemic, he said that “Since most buyers already live in Thailand, they are slower in making purchasing decisions as opposed to before the pandemic.”
As for the developers’ side, Mr. Thomson mentioned further that developers within Hua Hin felt confident to start new projects during Covid and post-Covid due to the strong demand from customers. Developers also try to maintain the consistency of the price although the land prices and construction materials costs have increased. Developers, however, chose to take lower margins in order to maintain sales. “Recommended price reductions have been achieved with our advice to Sellers by them understanding what the true value of their property is worth in its current condition and with its location value.” said Mr. Thomson
Additionally, both of our Lazudi experts also agree that the new high-speed train as well as the upgrade bypass project will definitely attract both Thai and foreigners that live in Bangkok to Ronny Svaleng, the General Manager Rental at Lazudi
for both sales and rentals
With all these insights, we can conclude that the real estate market in Hua Hin is steadily and constantly improving. This is due to the ease of Covid -19 restrictions, widespread vaccine distribution and even the economic rebound in Thailand. Sales remain consistent as both agents and developers work together to maintain consistency by offering promotions and campaigns to attract more sales with both existing and potential customers.
The future of the Hua Hin real estate market is still shining bright as Glenn Thomson mentioned when we asked him to give three words about the future of Hua Hin real estate, “Don’t Miss Out”.
If you want to know more about the Hua Hin real estate market or have enquiries about Hua Hin property, please do not hesitate to contact Lazudi, we are always here to assist you with all your real estate needs!
live in Hua Hin. This will, in turn, generate revenue and boost tourism and economic growth in the long run. Mr. Thomson said that “Many buyers are also expecting prices to increase in Hua Hin once the fast train to Bangkok via the dual track railway lines completes soon and the airport expansion allowing planes to fly direct within a 6hr radius which will bring in visitors from the Middle East, India, China and the region, many of them potential Buyers. With all these elements mentioned, many buyers have brought their plans to buy at some point in Hua Hin forward to buy earlier than they had originally planned”
They have seen the areas in Soi 112 in the South of Hua Hin expanding greatly with new developments, in particular on the road leading to Banyan Golf Club and the nearby road that has the Floating Market. Areas close to Soi 70, which is the main highway running directly West of the town Centre is also very popular as well as the Northwest of town towards Black Mountain Golf Course and International School. Both wanted to also add that they believe with the high speed train that many families from Bangkok will choose to live in Hua Hin with the main income earner working from Bangkok as well as working from home and also commuting. The airport expansion will be a huge benefit for tourism and the real estate market
Hot RADISSON RESORT & SPA HUA HIN SET TO OPEN IN FEBRUARY 2023
Radisson Hotel Group is accelerating the expansion of its portfolio in Thailand with the signing of Radisson Resort & Spa Hua Hin, an upscale beachfront resort with Destination Group, which is anticipated to open in February 2023. This marks the expansion of RHG’s partnership with the Bangkok-based private equity real estate investment company, following the recent signing and opening of the Radisson Resort & Suites Phuket in September 2022. city and has been identified as an emerging destination for tourism investment as global travel resumes.
“Strong partnerships are key to our growth, and it gives me great pleasure to announce the signing of Radisson Resort & Spa Hua Hin together with the Destination Group as we continue our growth momentum in Thailand. Our upscale Radisson brand is
Thailandhasbeenidentifiedas a keyfocusmarket for Radisson Hotel Group, as it aims to double its portfolio of hotels in operation by 2023. Further strengthening its on-the-ground support for owners and partners, the Group has set up a new business unit in Bangkok that will set a firm foundation for its ambitious long-term strategy. This will be driven by a dynamic business model that will be tailor-made to owners through a combination of organic growth, mergers and acquisitions, and master license agreements.
As one of the top Southeast Asian markets for travel, Thailand has recorded a strong rebound in arrivals, following its complete reopening to international travelers without testing or quarantine requirements, welcoming over 7 million foreign tourist arrivals between January and October 2022. The seaside town of Hua Hin is a long-standing favorite amongst domestic travelers thanks to its white sand beaches, family-friendly attractions and proximity to the capital
a perfect fit for the resort, which enjoys an excellent beachfront location in Hua Hin that will cater to the rising demand for leisure. We look forward to expanding our strong collaboration with partners like the Destination Group to launch exceptional hotels in sought-after destinations across the country,” said David Nguyen, Managing Director, Indochina and Strategic Partnerships, South East Asia & Pacific, Radisson Hotel Group.
“We are delighted to sign this agreement with Radisson Hotel Group, which comes at an important time for Thailand’s tourism and hospitality industry. The Radisson brand has always been regarded for its high standards of hospitality and service. Together with the Group’s highly engaged support offices, global distribution and marketing coverage, commitment to sustainability, and a loyal customer base through the Radisson Rewards program, we are confident that this rebranding will mark the start of an exciting new era for our resort,” commented Gary Murray, founder and CEO of Destination Group.
The 243-key Radisson Resort & Spa Hua Hin will soon become the Group’s 6th property in Thailand when it opens in February 2023. The resort is nestled directly on Thailand’s golden gulf coast, a 2.5 hours’ drive from Bangkok, offering 243 rooms and suites, all with balconies overlooking stunning views of the sea.
The family-friendly resort offers extensive facilities including eight restaurants and bars, an outdoor pool, a beach club with private beach access, a spa, a well-equipped fitness center, and a kids’ club. A collection of meeting spaces includes a 576m² ballroom, a pre-function area, and three large meeting rooms as well as expansive alfresco and outdoor spaces.
HOW SUPERSTITIONS CAN INFLUENCE ARCHITECTURE IN THAILAND
Superstitions feature prominently in Thai culture but many beliefs go much deeper than simply being folklore or an old wive’s tale.
Many superstitions in Thailand still play an everyday role in people’s lives including in such A warmer room, where the head of bed faces the west wall, could be uncomfortable and make sleeping more difficult.
Stairs or steps and odd numbers
Belief: There’s a belief that it is unlucky for a house to contain an even number of steps on a staircase or on steps leading up to the house.
There is a belief in Thai-Chinese culture that if a house has an odd number of steps it will lead to a happy and prosperous life for the people living there. In Thai-Chinese folklore it is said that only ghosts use the even steps of a staircase,
things as finance, education and relationships.
But you may not know that superstitions still play an important role in architecture and the design and layout of buildings in Thailand.
Like anywhere, architecture in Thailand is shaped by things like weather, ground conditions, the availability of materials and building regulations. while the odd numbers are used for good people.
In reality: The reality is that staircases and steps are often designed to include an odd number of steps in order to aid walking form, pace and balance. Most people around the world are right handed and right footed, and therefore, their first step is taken with their right foot. If a staircase contains an even number of steps, the person would land on their left foot, which is their less dominant side and which would be contrary to their walking habit. A staircase with an odd number of steps puts the person using it back on their right foot.
Depending on the height of the walls of the propals, machinery, or large pieces of equipment. The fence or wall could also be damaged and even need replacing before the house is finished.
Do not build a house on tree stumps or a pond
Belief: As superstitions go, this one is really far fetched. There is a belief that the reason not to build a house where tree stumps remain or where there is a pond is because it could be the home to nymphs.
While nymphs, mythical nature spirits who appear as beautiful young women, originated from Greek mythology, they also feature in Thai folklore.
Some people believe that to build a house on an area where there are tree stumps or has been a pond or marshland would be invading the habitat of nymphs, which in turn would bring a life of misery, accidents and ill health.
In reality: It’s often just not feasible to build a house where tree stumps remain in the ground or where there is or has been a pond or some kind of marsh or wetland.
Tree stumps ofen have deep lying roots which can be difficult to remove and to do so would result in additional work and expense.
Likewise, an area where there was once a pond may simply not be suitable for construction.
However, there is also a huge subset of cultural specific design aspects and approaches to architecture in Thailand that are as intangible as they are explicable to those who are not familiar with local superstitions.
Many of the superstitions are largely aimed at warding off ghosts and evil spirits but some have more practical uses such as helping to keep a cool and even improving sleep.
Below are examples of some of the architectural related beliefs that are prominent in Thailand - as well the more logical explanations:
Don’t sleep facing west
Belief: In Thailand there is an ancient belief that people should not sleep with their heads facing west or that their bedroom should not be west facing. This is because after someone dies they are buried with their head facing west. Likewise, if someone is cremated, when their body is transported to the crematorium the deceased’s head is also turned to the west.
In reality: In practical terms, the belief regarding a west facing bedroom is as much to do with helping to keep the room cool. Because the west wall receives the most afternoon sunlight, it retains the most heat and will remain warm into the night. erty, staircases in Thailand typically include between 13 to 19 steps.
It’s bad luck to build a fence or wall before building a house
Belief: Building a fence before constructing the house will jeopardize the house's fate, or so the superstitions goes.
Bathrooms and toilets
Belief: A bathroom should never be located in the centre of the house. According to superstition, doing so will result in a life of money woes, an inability to save money and eventual financial ruin.
In reality: Who would ever want a bathroom in the centre of their home. Bathrooms can be smelly places and for ventilation reasons alone, should be located away from the main living space.
There is also the belief that doing so could lead to a series of unfortunate incidents or events during the construction process, such as an accident or being hit with some form of financial situation that means you are not able to complete the construction.
In reality: It is often simply not practical to build a fence before a house has been built. It could hamper the construction process and get in the way of the delivery and movement of materi-
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Golfers at the Rotary Club of Royal Hua Hin charity golf day
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Ms. Wassana Srikanchana, President of the Hua Hin/Cha-am Tourism Business Association, and Ms. Rujapa Choksuchart, in the name of the “Choksuchart” family, brought electrical appliances, refrigerators, fans, and microwave ovens to the ICU department of Hua Hin Hospital. น.ส.วุาสนา ศรีกุาญจนา นายกุสมาคมธุรกุิจท่องเที�ยวุหััวุหัินชะอำ และในนาม ตระกุูล”โชคสุชาติ”พร้อมด้วุย น.ส.รุจาภา โชคสุชาติ ได้นำเครื�องใช้ไฟฟ้า ตู้เย็น พัดลม เตาไมโครเวุฟ มอบใหั้กุับแผนกุหั้อง ICU รพ.หััวุหัิน
Mr. Polkrit Phuangwalaisin, Hua Hin District Chief, Ms. Wasana Srikanchana, President of Hua Hin Cha-am Tourism Business Association, and Mr. Sekpol Unsamran (Koh Mr.Saxman) hold a joint press conference to announce the “Jazz music festival 2022” นายพลกุฤต พวุงวุลัยสิน นอภ.หััวุหัิน น.ส.วุาสนา ศรีกุาญจนา นายกุสมาคม ธุรกุิจท่องเที�ยวุหััวุหัินชะอำ และ นายเศกุพล อุ่นสำราญ “โกุ้ Mr.Saxman” ร่วุมกุัน” แถลงข่่าวุกุารจัดงานเทศกุาลดนตรี “Hua Hin Jazz” ป็ระจำป็ี 2565
The winner of the best car at the Track Sand and Sea Rally of the Classic Cars of Lanna at the Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Hua Hin The Platters Experience who performed at InterContinental Hua Hin Resort on Saturday, 19 November 2022.
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Fighters competing at the Thai Fight event which was held at True Arena Hua Hin Sports Club กุารแข่่งข่ันในชกุมวุยงาน Thai Fight ซ็่�งจัดข่่�นที� True Arena Hua Hin Sports Club
Ms. Pailin Kongpan, Deputy Mayor of Hua Hin, was the opening chairman of the “Standard Thai folk dance contest” organized by Ms. Lisa Ungkeng, President of the Hua Hin District Cultural Council. The winning school is Ban Takiab Municipal School.
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