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Hua Hin, Cha-Am, Pranburi
16- 30 November 2019
The dangers of dengue fever have been highlighted after it was revealed that three children in the same Pranburi family recently contracted the disease with fatal consequences for the youngest child.
Major Local Drug Arrest (Page 7)
Amphetamines valued at 170 million Baht have been intercepted in Prachuap Khiri Khan
Annual Red Cross Fair (Page 14)
There’s family fun happening from November 22nd to December 1st
Whale Watching With Care (Page 18)
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The death of the eleven year old girl followed complications caused by dengue fever leading to a fatal blood infection. The family’s three children, including an older 14 year old boy and 12 year old girl, were each diagnosed with dengue and received medical attention; however the youngest sibling succumbed to the disease. The grieving Pranburi family wishes to alert all families of the seriousness of dengue with symptoms and complications progressing very quickly and of the need to seek expert medical attention without delay. The tragic story unfolded after all the children went to school as usual however the eldest daughter had complained of a minor fever. The mother stated that she gave the child paracetamol after her child said she was OK and able to go to school. A few hours later the school informed the family of the need to pick up the child and take her to local medical facility. After blood tests, the family says they were told that this was not chikungunya, a virus that is spread by the same kind of mosquitoes that spread the dengue and zika virus, however a dengue diagnosis was not confirmed. While the mother and daughter were at the facility, the mother received a call from a teacher at the school to hurry to pick her son, who also has a high temperature. The mother rushed to take the boy to the same facility but the family says that a diagnosis was not given for the children’s condition.
Further tests were recommended after another three days and the family took their children home to manage the symptoms and administer paracetamol every four hours. The youngest daughter had no symptoms and went to school the next day as usual and could eat as normal after returning from school. However in the evening she developed a fever and the mother administered paracetamol. In the morning the fever had not subsided and the child was kept at home with a grandmother taking care of her as the mother needed to go to work. In the afternoon, the mother received a call from the grandmother as her daughter’s condition had become very serious. The mother hurried home and took her daughter to Pranburi Hospital, but because of the girl’s deteriorating condition it was decided to move her to Hua Hin Hospital for more specialised treatment. Upon arriving at the Hospital, she was immediately taken to an emergency room where a medical team checked her into the intensive care unit. The child was in shock with gastric bleeding requiring blood transfusions, but finally death followed an infection in the bloodstream. The family also moved their other two children for treatment to Hua Hin Hospital where they later recovered and returned to their home. A team from the Public Health Office of Prachuap Khiri Khan and Pranburi District have since visited and inspected the family home and given advice about standing water sources with
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mosquito repellent sprayed around the home and surrounding areas. The mother said that before her children had contracted dengue fever, there were other children and adults in a nearby house suffering from a fever, but everyone had recovered and returned to normal health. The distraught mother would like to warn every family to be very careful with dengue fever, which is very dangerous with a rapid onset and symptoms developing very quickly. Every house should remove standing water which allows mosquitos to breed. If children or members in the home become ill with fever symptoms, they need to act without delay and take them to a doctor and when they reach a hospital; the doctors need to quickly treat the patient. The Mayor of Hua Hin has assigned to Mr. Jirawat Phramani, the clerk of the Hua Hin Municipality to urgently call a meeting of communicable disease prevention and health promotion officers to discuss ways to intensify their campaigns for dengue and mosquito-borne disease prevention due to the current prevalence of the disease. A network of public health and community volunteers will provide additional information and education to encourage the participation of all households in preventative action. Reports of dengue fever patients in Prachuap Khiri Khan Province put the recent number of patients at 476, with two fatal cases including one male adult in Hua Hin.
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Dear readers, As you can see, this is our 1st mid-month issue. After 17 long and fruitful years in business and promotions, Hua Hin Today has come through some difficult times but is now was able to print a ‘twice-a-month’ issue. This is due to our client’s constant demand and our reader’s seeking local information and news with additional nationwide and worldwide news. At Hua Hin Today, we always exert an extra effort to promote our client’s business and hand-pick news to be uploaded on our E-Newspaper, Facebook Page and our website. The festive season is now approaching as we smell the breeze of ‘Thai winter’ in the air. Soon enough, you’ll realise that Christmas and New Year is just around the corner. During the second half of this month, a very interesting event will be the “Hua Hin Red Cross Fair”, behind the Blue’port Resort Mall Hua Hin. The Hua Hin Municipality has collaborated with the Red Cross of Hua Hin District and Blueport to organise the 22nd Red Cross and Hua Hin Fair from 22nd November to 1st December. The event will raise funds to help victims of natural disasters, the underprivileged and disadvantaged in Hua Hin and nearby areas. This year there is a commitment to make the event bigger and better than previous years. Don’t miss this big family event and take your kids to enjoy the largest portable theme park in Thailand. There will also be music and concerts from famous entertainers so please go along and have fun!! Yours truly, Editor-in-Chief
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4 Vintage Car Club, Avani Plus to Host the 17th Vintage Car Parade 2019
The Vintage Car Club of Thailand together with Avani Plus Riverside Bangkok Hotel, Avani Plus Hua Hin Resort, Cha-am Municipality, Hua Hin Municipality and Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) will join hands in hosting “The 17th Hua Hin Vintage Car Parade 2019” under the concept of ‘Visual Memory…Polka Dot’ to create fun and adding colour to Hua Hin’s activities from December 13-15, 2019. Kwanchai Paphatphong, President of Vintage Car Club of Thailand, discloses the Hua Hin Vintage Car Parade, on its 17th
year, is an annual event of the club. It aims in promoting tourism in Petchaburi and Prachuap Khiri Khan Province, particularly in Hua Hin district. This year’s event is under the concept of “Visual Memory…Polka Dot” which derives from the 1960 hit song ‘Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie, Yellow Polka Dot Bikini’ that jogs “Visual Memory” of the ‘60s and the seaside town full of fun and coloured polka dot fashions and, snazzy classic cars. Ms. Soraya Homchuen, Director of TAT Prachuap Khiri Khan Office, says that Hua
Hin Vintage Car Parade 2019 is an event that attracts both Thai and foreign tourists who are fanatics in vintage and classic cars. The event also enhances tourism in Hua Hin during high season. Mark O’Sullivan, General Manager of Avani Plus Riverside Bangkok Hotel, co-host of the event reveals that Avani Plus Riverside Bangkok Hotel is honoured to have been chosen as the starting point of the Hua Hin Vintage Car Parade. Matthew Fryar, General Manager of Avani Plus Hua Hin Resort, the venue for
this year’s event, says, “Hua Hin Vintage Car Parade is one of the most exciting annual event in Hua Hin.” See the “17th Hua Hin Vintage Car Parade 2019” from Avani Plus Riverside Bangkok Hotel to the Avani Plus Hua Hin Resort. The public can witness the brightly coloured classic and vintage cars up-close along the Bangkok – Hua Hin route from 13–15 December, 2019. For more details log in to: facebook.com/VintageCarClub
The New Electronic Driving License; Simply Scan it via an App Planning Street Art as a new Landmark
O n N ove m b e r 4 , H u a H i n Municipality held a discussion on how to build and allocate an area in Hua Hin to be a “Street Art” corner. Hua Hin Sheriff Mr. Thanont Praphiphas, presided over the meeting with Ms. Soraya Homchuen, Director of Tourism Authority of Thailand, Prachuap Khiri Khan Chamber of Commerce (YEC) and a group of prominent businessmen.
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The plan of putting up a “Street Art” corner in Hua Hin hopes to be another significant landmark that attracts both Thai and foreign tourists, and especially the Gen Y (new generation) group. Hua Hin “Street Art” will display the works of young artists telling many stories about Hua Hin’s past and present in an artistic form, and is also expected to become a new destination for Art Tourism in the near future.
The Department of Land Transport has released a new smart-card driving license that has a QR Code data verification system to increase the efficiency of accessing personal information. Just by scanning the QR code behind the new driver’s license on your smart phone, authorities could easily access the driver’s information via electronic systems. To simply do this, just download the DLT QR LICENSE application from the Department of Land Transport through a smart phone, and fill-up the electronic data form with your personal ID number and email address, then it will display a virtual driving license, front and back, right on your phone screen. The system will allow the user to set a 6-digit security code for the safety of their license. This system has come into effect since September 20, 2019. This is to increase convenience for drivers to show their own virtual driving license to authorities when being asked. This new Electronic Driving License (EDL) not only displays personal information, but also has an SOS menu which users can call or send SMS messages when in an emergency situation. It has a reminder alert as well when the driving license nears the date of its expiry. You can also find useful information about the process of obtaining an EDL; how to apply, what documents are required and how long it will take to process, which is quite convenient too.
For those who still carry old driving licenses of all types, they can still be used until its expiration before changing into a new one. Lifelong driving licenses can also be used without the need to change it at all. In the event that the driver’s license was damaged or lost, the EDL itself has already a QR code embedded with the user’s personal information, so applying for a new EDL is as easy as in the first time. Applicants just have to pay a certain amount of fee applicable to the regulations of the Department of Land Transport. The new smart-card EDL is made of durable synthetic material that comes with a high-security protection system to avoid from being tampered and to protect the driver’s personal data as well.
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6 The Hua Hin Community Choir Singing Together for Fun & Wellbeing
Singing is good for you; that’s the result of multiple studies which are unanimous in revealing the physical, psychological, emotional and social benefits; especially group singing in a choir. Community singing improves our sense of happiness and wellbeing. Research has found that people feel more positive after actively singing than after passively listening to music or after chatting about positive life events. Improved mood is likely to be influenced by changes in our sense of social closeness with others. That‘s something that Hua Hin resident Wendy Herbert well understands but until very recently she was unable to enjoy. She wanted to sing with others but couldn’t
find a choir or singing group; so she simply started one. It has soon became apparent that many Hua Hin residents shared that passion for joining others working out the vocal chords and the Hua Hin Community Choir is now a reality. The 30 or so founding choir members, with two experienced choir leaders, now meet every Thursday evening for their very sociable sing-along. Wendy says “we welcome bathroom balladeers, karaoke
kings, queens, divas and anyone who just fancies a sing a long.” It’s a little early to talk about public performances at this stage, but who knows? With Christmas approaching, so are community caroling opportunities. Whether you’re more into chamber music, the Beatles or Frozen singalongs, finding the Hua Hin Community Choir could prove the perfect way to improve your health, well-being, and social life or just simply having fun!
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Every Thursday from 7pm-9pm at Lost in Paradise on soi 88/2; just introduce yourself to Wendy before 7 PM. Attendance is free, with a small charge for photocopying expenses. Everyone 16 years of age and above is welcome regardless of experience or vocal ability. More information and contact via Facebook: Hua Hin Community Choir.
A Smile that’s Worth the Effort!
Hua Hin Charity Movement (HHCM), a non-profitable organisation held their first musical charity event in support for the “Sunshine Children’s Home” last month @ Scandinavia Restaurant (Circle 94 Soi Perm Sub). The event turned out to be a huge success with all the guests had enjoyed their dining, dancing and the main highlight of the show performed by Susan & Larry, Hua Hin’s renowned duo together with some voluntary top Filipino musicians. On November 3, 2019 at the Power of Love Church, Hua Hin, the HHCM group donated some basic necessities (from the funds that they had raised) to the children of “Sunshine Children’s Home” and also to some of their friends. Groceries, food, water, milk, personal toiletries, school utensils and some cash money (for their school needs) were handed personally to the kids by the group members. Sponsored by Scandinavia and Hua Hin Today Newspaper, HHCM’s HUA HIN TODAY, 16 - 30 November 2019
Lorenz Lopena (Vice President), Varinya Lopena (Administrator), Susan Sotomil (Chairwoman) and Larry Cadiz (President) believed that all children deserve a decent education and proper food and shelter. Hua Hin Charity Movement organizes charity events such as musical concerts, gala dinner, ballroom dance, etc. in order to raise funds for local communities and organizations in need. They also accept donations (in cash and in kind) from the public and other private sectors.
7 Highway Police Seized 1 Million Methamphetamine Pills
On November 4, at the Highway 3 Police Station, Sub-Division 2, Highway Police Division by Pol. Maj. Gen. Chat Sukkaewnarong, the Police Commissioner, announced the arrest of the accused with large amount of an ice or crystal methaamphetamines, worth over 170 million baht. The Prachuap Khiri Khan highway police officers received an order from a supervisor to set up checkpoints for crime suppression and traffic control on Phetchasem Road on the southern route. The Police saw a Nissan truck with a sign showing the name of Jirapat Company Transport Co., Ltd., registration page number 70-6342, Phetchaburi and signaled it to stop as there was no rear license plate. The driver was acting in a suspicious manner checked the license of the driver, Mr. Patri Kuaramae, 35 years old. He also handed over 500 baht with his driver’s licenses to police officer, who become more suspicious and found behind the driver’s seat 11 fertilizer bags of various sizes and colours which were then taken to investigate further at Prachuap
Khiri Khan Highway Police Station. When searching inside the sack of fertilizer bags, 10 of the sacks contained methamphetamines in large packages and marked with the letter Y1, wrapped in colored paper. When checking inside, there were amphetamines divided into smaller sub-bags and each bag contained blue and pink amphetamines. Around one 1 million tablets were found with 1 sack weighing 10 kilograms. Mr. Patri pleaded guilty, confessing that he had been hired to transport all drugs and paid 100,000 baht. This had been arranged by phone and stated that he does not know who the hirer is. He received the drugs at Bang Pa-in District, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya Province and was to deliver to customers in Hat Yai district. Songkhla province. The highway police officers took the drugs and the arrested man to investigating officers at Prachuap Khiri Khan police station for legal proceedings. Police officers told reporters that the value of the drugs on the open market would be valued at more than 170 million baht.
Local Murder Suicide Follows a Domestic Dispute
On 8th November Police Colonel Ta n a ko r n Wo n g s i r i l u x T h e p o l i c e superintendent of Hua Hin Police Station was notified that someone had shot himself inside the Khao Tao Temple at Khao Tao Village. At the crime scene with his colleagues, Hua Hin Hospital medical investigators and the Sawang Hua Hin Thammasathan Foundation, the police found many villagers standing around the body of Mr. Manat Aeamsamaang, 56 years old. A 38 calibre gun had been fired at his right forehead. Next to the body were the ashes of Mrs. Ruam Aeamsumaang, who was the mother of the deceased. Mrs. Sukarom Aeamsamaang, the sister of the deceased, stated that the death was a suicide and that prior to the event the deceased man had shot his mother-in-law and his wife at the crowded Pranburi Market and then fled to sit beside the mother’s ashes at the temple. Mrs Sukarom had hurried
to follow her brother and saw him on the ground pointing a gun at his head. She shouted and tried to restrain him but he was distressed and fired the fatal shot. Police Captain Akekapoj Tim Thong of the Pranburi had earlier received a report of an incident of fatal shooting at the Pranburi market, opposite Nong Hoi School where Mr Manat was alleged to have killed his mother-in-law and also his wife. Mrs. ChalorMuenharn, 61, is the mother-in-law and Ms Pornthip Muenharn, 36, who is his wife. Both of them were shot in the crowd at the market. Before the incident Mr Manat came to see his wife and asked her to reconcile however she refused to return to live with him again. The lead to Mr Manat to become becoming angry and during the ensuing argument he allegedly used a firearm to shoot them. He then rode away on a motorcycle to escape and decided to use the gun to shoot himself.
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8 District-wide CCTV Installation Progress
Mr. Chirawat Pramani, Deputy Chief of Hua Hin Municipality chaired the 7th meeting of the Committee on the Determination of Characteristics and Prices of Electrical and Radio Equipment and Closed Circuit Television Cameras (CCTV) to discuss the following issues: 1. Prices from 7 CCTV companies. 2. Guidelines for the amendment of the middle price standard and the basic characteristics of the CCTV system to comply with the agreement made in its September 2019 issue, which is the current protocol with the Ministry of Digital Economy and Society. 3. Amendment of the annual budget for the year 2018 that have already been submitted to the Hua Hin City Council and still waiting for its approval, which is to be finalised in the next meeting. 4. Layout of the construction plan and the request for permission to link all CCTV cables and its system with the Provincial Electricity Authority Region 1.
New Land and Building Tax Act, B.E. 2562
About two weeks ago, Hua Hin Municipality opened a training program regarding Land and Building Tax under the new Land Tax Act and Building Tax Act 2019; this is to inform the general public the changes in land tax rates and the new procedure when lodging tax payments. In this regard, Mr. Nopporn Wuttikul, Hua Hin Mayor, presided over the opening ceremony at Rajamangala University of Technology Rattanakos in Wang Klai Kangwon Campus. Mr. Jumpon Samuthornwinitpun, Head of Income Development Division Department of Local Administration Expert was the speaker, lecturing on the purpose of tax payments and the obligation of every taxpayer in relation to the new Land and Building Tax Act 2019. The training was attended by more than 500 land and building owners who had the duty to lodge their new yearly tax.
Drainage Pipe Inspection Hua Hin Mayor Nopporn Wuttikul, together with staffs of Hua Hin City Council and relevant officials, jointly inspected the drainage pipes after receiving complaints from the residents around Hua Hin Temple regarding the inconvenience of passing through the area. Water leaking from the drainage pipes constantly flows into the road, thus making it difficult for both vehicles and pedestrians to pass through. After inspecting the pipes running from the temple area up to the entrance of Hua Hin beach, they found out that that drainage pipes has been clogged by garbage and other materials floating along the water channel. Repairing of the pipes and unblocking the canal is now underway.
Smart City Project Meeting
Hua Hin Mayor, Nopporn Wuttikul, chaired the meeting of Smart City Project along with the municipal staffs and executives from TOT Public Company Limited. Hua Hin Municipality plans to make Hua Hin a role model of a “Smart City” in order to comply with the policies of the government and the Ministry of Interior under the new Thailand 4.0 plan.
Hua Hin will emphasize more on technology and innovation in urban management with regard to the environment, culture, economy, society and quality of life. Besides, Hua Hin is already an international tourist destination that has a large number of visitors flowing in each year, so it is essential to adapt the standard of becoming a Smart City in order to benefit both the tourists and locals.
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Fun for Kids The Red Cross Fun Fair 2019 This is an invitation to be a kid again at the Hua Hin Red Cross Fair
This is a fun fait for all ages with exiting rides and other kid-friendly activities with over 20 types of rides imported from Italy and Germany guaranteed to be safe and user-friendly. The fun fair happens from 22nd November until 1st December and is open from 17.00 – 22.00 hours each day. The fair will be located on the grounds behind the Blúport Resort Mall. The admission cost is only 10 THB, with rides costing 50 THB. HUA HIN TODAY, 16 - 30 November 2019
Mr. Montri Chupoo, Deputy Mayor of Hua Hin, attended the research project of the National Science and Technology Development Agency together with the researchers from Mahidol University for “The study of Zika-Dengue and Chikungunya Virus” and how it may also have infected the monkey’s population. Ms. Kerdsiri Rattanachinda, head of the Takiab Public Health Center, along with staff members welcomed the team of researchers. She also said that her department will take part in the project by conducting a survey of people who are living near the monkey’s habitat and the possibility of the virus spreading from animals to humans. The project aims to monitor and prevent the disease from infecting humans and to develop new antiviral and vaccines against the virus in the future.
9 Increasing Scrutiny of Suspicious Financial Transactions
The cabinet has approved a draft regulation which would allow financial institutions to scrutinise their customers’ sources of money, in a move to combat money-laundering and terrorist financing. Deputy government spokeswoman Rachada Dhnadirek said the cabinet has approved the draft regulation proposed by the Anti-Money Laundering Office (Amlo), which is intended to bring its performance at par with international standards. “The draft contains a set of improved criteria to examine the information of financial institutions’ customers,” said Ms Rachada. The regulation would require financial institutions and business operators as listed under Section 16 of the Anti-Money Laundering Act to thoroughly assess their customers’ activities in order to reduce the risk of money laundering and/or terrorist financing. This requirement would affect investment consultants, gem and gold traders, real estate brokers, electronic payment service providers, antique traders under the law governing auctions and the antique trade and non-bank credit companies. Under the regulation, the aforemen-tioned businesses would be
required to suspend business transactions with customers whose financial activities were deemed suspicious, and report them to Amlo. “For cross-border wire transfers exceeding 50,000 THB, both the ordering and the recipient institution will be required to have information about the origin of the funds, as well as both the benefactor and beneficiary,” said Ms Rachana. The draft regulation was proposed after Thailand failed to meet international standards for anti-money laundering and combating the financing of terrorism, with seventeen areas listed as needing further improvements. In order to improve Thailand’s score, the government must begin requiring financial institutions to examine the financial activities of customers who hold political positions, and ban financial institutions from approving transactions that might be related to terrorist activities. “The problem is that Thailand’s current anti-money laundering law only covers financial institutions, but not other businesses,” said Ms Rachada. It is not known when the regulation would become effective.
Online App for Immigration Reporting Promised
Mr. Pootrakool, Secretary-General at the office of the Prime Minister, says that foreigners will be able to use an upcoming app for all immigration reporting Simply keying in data and uploading a selfie will be the same as visiting the local immigration office and filing forms and paperwork. Mr Pootrakool said that the new app for immigration reporting for foreigners will soon be online and that it will make expats and foreigners coming to live and work in Thailand feel more welcome. It is to be called OSS Foreigner and the senior official promised it will help make foreigners feel more welcome in Thailand. The new app will allow expats to also fulfil the 90-day reporting requirement by simply loading it, inputting information and taking a selfie which will be uploaded to the site as well as the required data fields; it will work on mobile applications. This will be treated and confirmed by immigration bureau officers the same as a visit to the local office. This is one part of a complete Thai government digitalisation move ordered by Deputy Prime Minister Somkid Jatusripitak to be complete by 2022. A wider program by the Thai government being championed by
Deputy Prime Minister Somkid Jatusripitak aims to make Thai public services more efficient with a focus on delivering a better experience to the Thai public. Dr Kobsak has outlined exciting plans by the Thai Deputy Prime Minister and Economics coordinator to have all Thai government departments digitised by as early as 2022. Dr Kobsak used the benefits of the new app for expats and foreigners living in Thailand to highlight that the new government approach to IT systems and digitalisation is designed to put Thai people or the end-user at the centre of outcomes delivering smarter and easier to use government services. In this way, new technology empowers the public instead of taking away control. This has always been a core part of the Thailand 4.0 agenda which despite the government’s economic problems is now more important than ever as Thailand seeks to progress to a higher income economy.
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10 Offbeat Holidays November 16th is the National Fast Food Day
November 26th - NATIONAL CAKE DAY
YOUR COUNTRY’S NATIONAL DAY
18th November: Morocco November 18 is the national day of the Kingdom of Morocco. The capital is Rabat and the largest city is the well-known Casablanca. Morocco spans an area of 710,850 km2 (274,460 sq mi) and has a population of over 35 million. Since the foundation of the first Moroccan state by Idris I in 788 AD, the country has been ruled by a series of independent dynasties, reaching its zenith under Almoravid and Almohad rule, when it spanned parts of Iberia and northwestern Africa.
Relax! It’s National Fast Food Day. Know what that means for you? An easy peasy dinnertime. Whether you prefer burgers or chicken, salad or tacos, fries or biscuits, sodas or coffee, fast food options have come to encompass nearly any American food your belly can crave. Plus, studies have shown that fast food can be even healthier than other restaurants: Fast food adds an average of 10 milligrams of cholesterol compared to 58 — and 297 milligrams of sodium compared to 412.
November 26 recognizes a dessert that you will find at almost everyone’s birthday party whether they are age 1 or over 100. It is also the dessert of choice for bridal and baby showers, wedding receptions, retirement parties and just about any social event. Add ice cream, and you have America’s top favorite desserts in the same dish! November 28 - Thanksgiving Day
November 19th - World Toilet Day
25th November: Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina
World Toilet Day aims to raise awareness of sanitation and hygiene issues around the world. Poor sanitation and hygiene refers to lack of access to clean drinking water, toilets and showers. Poor sanitation drastically increases the risk of disease and malnutrition, especially for women and children. Today, 2.6 billion people, about one-third of the population on the planet, do not have access to proper sanitation, a problem that kills nearly 1 million young children every year. World Toilet Day was designated by the United Nations in July 2013. It is celebrated annually on November 19 as people all over the world take action and supports the basic human right of access to clean water and sanitation. November 20th - Universal Children's Day Universal Children's Day aims to create a day of international fraternity and understanding between children all over the globe. The holiday's secondary purpose is to promote the objectives and ideals of the Declaration of the Rights of the Child and the Convention on the Rights of the Child through activities and awareness. Children are the future of the planet but they are a vulnerable group exposed to abuse and exploitation on a daily basis. As young dependents, children rely on adults for everything from food to shelter to education and it is imperative that their rights be heard if they are to survive and develop into the next generation of world citizens. Universal Children's Day was declared on in 1954 by the United Nations General Assembly as a day to be celebrated on November 20, the anniversaries of the Declaration of the Rights of the Child and the Convention on the Rights of the Child, both of which protect the human right of children. November 21st - World Hello Day
22nd November: Lebanon Lebanese Independence Day is celebrated on 22nd November in commemoration of the end of the French Mandate over Lebanon in 1943, after 23 years of Mandate ruling. While the Lebanese have been in a constant struggle for independence from outside powers since Old Testament times, the modern struggle for Lebanese independence can be traced back to the emergence of Fakhr-al-Din II in the late 16th century, a Druze chief who became the first local leader in a thousand years to bring the major sects of Mount Lebanon into sustained mutual interaction. Fakhr-al-Din also brought Western Europe back to Mount Lebanon.
Thanksgiving Day is a celebration of giving thanks for the harvest and blessings of the past year. It is a day of giving thanks to God for his many blessings and expressing our gratitude to friends and family members. It is celebrated in the United States. Thanksgiving Day dates back to the Reformation Period and is accompanied by prayers, special ceremonies, and feasts. Thanksgiving is observed on the fourth Thursday in November each year. November 29 - Black Friday History Black Friday is one of the busiest shopping days in the United States. It is marked by massive crowds and discounted prices that mean the beginning of the Christmas shopping season. Black Friday events in the United States date back to 1932. There are two ideas as to the origin of the name Black Friday, the first one is thought to have originated in Philadelphia, where it was used to describe the burden of traffic that left black track marks on roads. The second claims that Black Friday may also have stemmed from business accounting in the 1930s. During this time, businesses noted losses using red ink and their profits in black ink. Therefore, Black Friday may have been used to imply that businesses became profitable on this day as they go from being in the red to the black. Black Friday is the fourth Friday of November or the day after Thanksgiving Day in the US.
Statehood Day, formation of the State Anti-fascist Council for the National Liberation of Bosnia and Herzegovina in 1943. The Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina is one of the two political entities that compose Bosnia nad Herzegovina, the other being Republika Srpska. The Federation of Bosnia and Herzegovina consists of 10 autonomous cantons with their own governments. It is sometimes known by the shorter name Federation of B&H. The capital and largest city is Sarajevo with 438,443 inhabitants and the total population of 688,354 in its metropolitan area. 26th November: Mongolia November 26th is the National Foundation Day, adoption of the Constitution of the Mongolian People’s Republic in 1924. Mongolia is a landlocked country in East Asia. Its area is roughly equivalent with the historical territory of Outer Mongolia, and that term is sometimes used to refer to the current state. It is squeezed between Russia to the north and China to the south, where it neighbours the Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region. Mongolia does not share border with Kazakhstan, although only 37 kilometres (23 mi) separates them. 30th November: Scotland
November 30th - St Andrew’s Day
The World Hello Day may sound extremely basic, as it encourages us to take the opportunity to simply greet people, and to recognize how important simple communication is in our daily lives. The story of how it came to be, however, is a long and interesting one. World Hello Day was first created in 1973 in order to show people, especially the people of the Middle East that conflicts can and should be resolved through communication, and not violence. The idea is that clear, honest communication breeds peace. In the 1970s, the conflict between Egypt and Israel was quite severe, and many people began to fear yet another huge war would end up coming of it. HUA HIN TODAY, 16 - 30 November 2019
The feast of St. Andrew honors this disciple of Jesus. Andrew was a fisherman, and traditionally considered the first disciple called by Christ. He was from Galilee and was a former disciple of John the Baptist. He served as a missionary in Galatia (Turkey), Scythia (central Europe), and Cappadocia (Turkey).
Scotland is a country that is part of the United Kingdom that forms the northern third of the island of Great Britain, a border with England to the southeast, and surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean to the North and West. The Kingdom of Scotland emerged as an independent sovereign state in the European Early Middle Ages and continued to exist until 1707. By inheritance in 1603, James VI, King of Scots, became of England and King of Ireland, thus forming a personal union of three kingdoms. Scotland subsequently entered into a political union with Kingdom of English on 1 May 1707 to create the new Kingdom of Great Britain.
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Illegal Market Tents Removed in Prachuap Khiri Khan
Hua Hin Night Market
Operators Gets Another Year Mr. Montri Chuphu, deputy mayor of Hua Hin, chaired the meeting on the rules and regulations for selling products at the Chat Chai Night Market in Dechanuchit Road (one of Hua Hin’s oldest popular night market). During the meeting, Mr. Thantup Chaikhao, chief of Sanitation and Environment and Mr. Matchima Srimek, chief of Peacekeeping Work Unit (municipal police) and most of the night market operators joined in the discussion. Hua Hin Police Station announced the extension of the operating contract for merchants to sell their products in the area for another 1 year, which has also been approved by the municipality. The old contract has expired since June 14, 2019. The municipal and the entrepreneurs discussed
the rules and regulations in operating night market stalls, for example, the vendors can only set up their stalls from 16.00 hrs and clear them out by 00.30 hrs. No stalls are allowed overnight in the area. The height of the stalls or tents should not be higher than 2.50 metres from the ground. Vendors can only sell the type of merchandise or products as specified in the existing license. Only if they intend to sell different kind of merchandise or products that is not specified in the license, operators are required to apply for a new license to be submitted to the local office and wait for approval. Any violation or failure to comply with the Hua Hin Municipality’s ordinance, their license can be revoked or terminated.
Some residents in one of the districts of Prachuap Khiri Khan were either reluctant or keen in removing the tents illegally set up by market traders that were causing traffic congestion and inconvenience to pedestrians on a busy public road. Traffic police removed a chain of tents (seen in the picture) last Oct. 27 following complaints about the illegal set up and potential safety problems. The pink tents were creating nuisance to vehicles, as well as pedestrians, during weekends although other residents shared their support for the market saying they enjoyed the market and were sad to see it go. The ban will be imposed until the local traders have received a legal permit from the provincial hall to set up tents on the roadside. HUA HIN TODAY, 16 - 30 November 2019
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The 7th annual Hua Hin World Cup is a two day tournament to be played on the weekend of 7th and 8th December at the state of the art football grounds of True Arena Teams representing countries all parts of the world will be competing with local expat players and others travelling to Hua Hin from Bangkok, other parts of Thailand and other countries in recognition of the growing status of the tournament. This year teams that have confirmed their participation include Bangladesh, Singapore, France, Germany, Uruguay,
England, Sweden, Finland and Thailand. Glenn Biollo, on behalf of the Hua Hin Vikings, the organising Football Club, is busy finalising the program with some last minute inclusions likely. Games are played on two full size FIFA standard grass football pitches. To quote a former Swedish professional; “If you can’t play decent football on this pitch, you can’t
play it anywhere”. The format has teams of seven being selected from a maximum 11 player squad competing during a hectic two day schedule. Glenn says that although players are typically fit and experienced, the level of competition leaves them exhausted but still eager to join the closing party and presentations after the final day.
Team Ireland, the 2018 defending champions. Each game consists of 2 x 12 minute halves commencing at 9 AM and continuing throughout the day until 3.00 pm. The after game party will be at 7 PM with the roof-top at True Arena as the likely venue. The tournament is a friendly event with sportsmanship being the key element. It’s a not-for-profit family event with Jungle Aid being the nominated charity. It’s also a great free spectator opportunity and this year a penalty kick competition is planned to involve all ages and genders, adding another element to the spectator experience and involvement. For more info: www.facebook.com/ huahinworldcup/ Email: huahinworldcup@gmail.com
ASEAN Bid for FIFA World Cup 2034 Confirmed Thailand will lead a joint bid with four other ASEAN countries to host the 2034 FIFA World Cup. The move was agreed at the fifth ASEAN Ministerial Meeting on Sports in Manila.
The other four countries in the proposed joint bid are Indonesia, Malaysia, Singapore and Vietnam. The other five members of the 10-nation group are Brunei, Cambodia, Laos, Myanmar and the Philippines. According to Tourism and Sports Minister Phiphat Ratchakitprakarn, the meeting approved the five-nation bid to bring the World Cup to Southeast Asia in 2034. The participants agreed that Thailand would play the leading role in the bid, Phiphat said. He said he would bring the matter to the Thai cabinet for approval later. Other countries which have shown interest in staging the 2034 World Cup include China, Egypt, Zimbabwe, Nigeria and joint bidders Australia and New Zealand. Qatar will stage the second World Cup on Asian soil in 2022 after Japan and South Korea jointly staged the 2002 finals. Several Southeast Asian countries have talked about hosting the World Cup for years. During the ASEAN summit in Bangkok in June, Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha said leaders of the bloc had pledged their support to bring the 2034 World Cup to the region. However, a few days later the football associations of Indonesia and Australia said they were in talks for a joint bid to host the 2034 World Cup. HUA HIN TODAY, 16 - 30 November 2019
Leaders and delegates from 10 ASEAN nations have witnessed the signing of a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on football collaboration with world football body FIFA after the 35th Asean Summit at Impact Forum, Muang Thong Thani. The MoU was signed by FIFA President Gianni Infantino and Asean secretary-general Lim Jock Hoi. The MoU aims to promote football in ASEAN at the regional and local levels in four aspects: sports integrity, sports for development, FIFA’s Football for Schools Program and professional capacity building, as well as the ambition to co-host the World Cup in 2034. After the ceremony, the FIFA president presented blue soccer jerseys to the ASEAN
leaders and delegates with their numbers and their names on the back. Seven leaders including Prime Minister Gen Prayut Chan-o-cha received No 9 jerseys, which is usually assigned to players in forward position, equivalent to their serving as prime ministers. Sultan Hassanal Bolkiah of Brunei and Philippines president Rodrigo Duterte got No 10 jerseys, signifying team captain, in keeping with their status as head of state. Meanwhile, Indonesian President Joko Widodo received the No 21 jersey, as Indonesia will be hosting the Under-20 World Cup in 2021.
13 Banyan Golf Course - Standout Award Winners at the 2019 Asian Golf Awards
One of the longest running and most established special recognition events for the golf industry, celebrated its 20th anniversary in grand style at the plush, multi-award winning DLF Golf & Country Club in Gurugram, India from 4th – 6th November. The Asia Pacific Golf Summit started in 2007 when the first conference was staged in Singapore. Since then, it has grown to become the Asia Pacific’s top knowledge and business networking event for the golf industry. The summit was staged in Hua Hin in 2016. Over the years it has attracted major legends of the golf industry to speak including Jack Nicklaus, Gary Player, Peter Thomson, Greg Norman, Annika Sorenstam, Tony Jacklin, John Solheim and David Leadbetter.
World Golf Expo 2020 Announced The Golf Summit will be replaced next year by the inaugural World Golf Expo 2020 to be staged in the Chinese city of Haikou, Hainan. Mike Sebastian, CEO of the Asia Pacific Golf Group, the owner and producer of APGS 2019 said “APGS has run its course and this presented an opportunity to launch a new event that will address the promotional, educational and marketing needs of the industry.” He added, “Working in collaboration with the giant Mission Hills Group of China, the new event promises to become one of the true great events of golf on a global scale.” Award Winners 2019 Winners from a total of 47 categories received a prestigious Asian Golf Awards plaque together with certificates with the award as the BEST IN ASIA PACIFIC BEST GOLF RESORT IN THE WORLD going to Mission Hills Golf Club Haikou (China). The BEST GOLF DESTINATION IN ASIA PACIFIC was awarded to Vietnam with Thailand as runner-up followed by China. Hua Hin’s Banyan Golf Course was awarded a total of ten awards as a standout local performer being awarded as best in the Asia Pacific Value for Money Experience, Golf Club Experience and the Ultimate Service/Hospitality Award. Our sincere congratulations to the Banyan management and staff.
General Manager Stacey Walton “I have just returned from the Asia Pacific Golf Summit in India. Banyan Golf Club, Hua Hin collected major awards and I stand as a proud GM for my team. I was honoured also to collect the award on behalf of Thailand for “Best Golf Destination 1st Runner Up”. This is great news to promote tourism to Thailand.” Ten Banyan Golf Course 2019 Asian Golf Awards D VALUE FOR MONEY EXPERIENCE IN ASIA PACIFIC -Winner D GOLF CLUB EXPERIENCE IN ASIA PACIFIC – Winner D ULTIMATE SERVICE/HOSPITALITY AWARD - Winner D MAINTAINED COURSE IN ASIA PACIFIC- Runner up D FOOD AND BEVERAGE EXPERIENCE IN ASIA PACIFIC – Runner up D CADDIE OF THE YEAR – Runner up Kanjanamas Suksamran D FOOD & BEVERAGE MANAGER OF THE YEAR – Runner up Nattawat Thameurungkul D PROFESSIONAL GOLF COACH IN ASIA PACIFIC – Second Runner up John Wither D MARCOMM MANAGER OF THE YEAR – Second runner up Bhanujsaya Dangsuwan D HR MANAGER OF THE YEAR – Second Runner up Kwandee Thanontip
Certification Scheme Launched for Golf Courses Worldwide
To mark the occasion of reaching 1,000 golf club and golf resort members across 80 countries, the International Association of Golf Tour Operators (IAGTO) has announced two new programs to help golf courses worldwide attract more golf travellers Having carried out more than 200 golf tourism audits at golf courses worldwide over the past two decades, IAGTO unveiled its Quality Assured Certification program during the International Golf Travel Market (IGTM).
IAGTO Chief Executive Peter Walton said: “Over 22 years we have been assessing how individual golf courses are positioned to best attract first-time golf visitors, and we have now consolidated this knowledge into a Quality Assurance scheme designed to certify golf courses delivering the best possible experience to visiting golf travellers, and to provide a plan for golf courses that wish to attain that status.” The certification program is open to all golf courses and has two elements – an online Golf Tourism Audit and an IAGTO site inspection. Any golf course that does not achieve certification is provided with a step-by-step roadmap to achieve QA Certification status. At the same time, IAGTO is launching the first Golf Tourism Accreditation program for golf course managers. Walton said: “It is important to recognise the professional golf tourism experience and expertise of individuals working in golf tourism, and golf course managers have the biggest impact not only on the experience of golf visitors but also on the working relationship with domestic and international golf tour operators. “Now with more than 1,000 golf club and golf resort members in 80 countries we are confident that IAGTO Golf Tourism Accreditation will quickly become the recognised industry standard for individual excellence.” To qualify for Golf Tourism Accreditation, managers must: • Demonstrate a proven track record of working successfully with golf tour operators or DMCs. • Have a good grasp of visitor segmentation at their own golf course. • Show that their course is managed in a way that delivers the best possible golf experience to the visiting golf traveller. Walton added: “There will also be distinctions awarded to golf course managers who have made a really significant impact on either the visitor experience or business practices directly related to working with golf tour operators.
“This is an incredibly important project for us, and we aim to expand our QA and Individual Accreditation programs to other sectors of the golf tourism industry over the next couple of years.”
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14 Red Cross 22nd Fun Fair Coming to Bluport
Hua Hin District has collaborated with the Red Cross of Hua Hin District and Bluport Resort Mall Hua Hin to organize the 22nd Red Cross and Hua Hin Fun Fair from November 22 until December 1, 2019 in order to raise funds to help victims from natural disasters and underprivileged people living in Hua Hin and nearby areas. This year, the event will be held at the ground area behind the Bluport Resort Mall, which was announced last November 7, by Mr. Thanon Panpipas, Hua Hin’s sheriff. Present during the meeting were the cooperates of related agencies, including the Red Cross Hua Hin District, TAT, Hua Hua Municipality and Bluport Resort Mall. Mr. Thanont said that the Red Cross and OTOP in Hua Hin will be organising this event for the 22nd time, and this year it has a commitment to make it even bigger than ever.
This is a fun fair for all ages with exciting rides and other kid-friendly activities with over 20 types of rides imported from Italy and Germany guaranteed to be safe and user-friendly. It is open daily from 17:00 – 22:00 hours. Raffle tickets worth 20 Baht will be on sale and at the same time you’ll have the chance to win valuable prizes every night, such as gold, motorcycles, refrigerators, washing machines, flat-screen TVs and many others. There will also be OTOP booths selling and promoting agricultural products from the local community. Live music and special shows performed nightly by famous local artists will be the main attraction during the fair.
Real Estate Investment Seminar
Last month at G Hua Hin Resort and Mall, Thailand Property Group (TPG) Hua Hin held a presentation introducing 3 wellknown property developers: Grand Marina Club, Sivana Hideaway, and Sansara into their scheme. Hua Hin is a chosen tourist destination in Thailand both for Thais and foreigners and there is a high demand for accommodations and residence. There has been many property investors looking for opportunity to boost their income, and a potential place to invest in property development is right here in Hua Hin, which still lacks villas, condos, hotels and resorts in order to meet the demands of consumers. TPG has invited 3 developer specialists who are experienced in high-end property project scheme. The first project scheme is from the specialist in Pranburi - Grand Marina Club & Resident which is managed by a premium brand hotel operator, where your condominium unit can be converted into their guest rooms. With their TPG exclusive condition rental management program, you can enjoy a guaranteed rental of 7% net with 10 years of management under a renewable and buy back contract. On Top of that, you will be able to enjoy your unit for holidays of up to HUA HIN TODAY, 16 - 30 November 2019
2 weeks a year. Just sit back and watch while your property earns the revenue for you! The second project scheme is from Sivana Hideaway - a great investment opportunity for investors with uncertainties in world’s economy; one thing stands truer than ever - there’s no better investment than real estate, and the best returns are achieved when striking at the right opportunities at the right time. Sivana Hideaway has a good offer with fully furnished, built-in wardrobes, premium-brand kitchen equipment, Daikin air-conditions in all living areas, tropical landscaped garden, large private swimming pool (salt water)and fiber optic internet. If you want to treat your villa in Sivana Hideaway as a passive investment, no problem at all! Let them help you. From now and until the end of the year, you can save 10% on one of the stunning villas in Sivana Hideaway. And the third developer’s project scheme is Sansara which is the place to escape the hustle of city’s lifestyle, to experience the fresh air and healthy environment of Hua Hin and to let your mind reach out as far as the eyes can see. Presenting Sansara Pool Villas which borders next to a modern golf course; with the slogan
“Live the life you love”. Sansara Pool Villas is an excellent choice… the freedom to join the community whenever you please but also the privilege of private life and to relax in your own personal world. They have a total of 12 villas, uninterrupted views of the golf course. All villas are spacious with 2 or 3 bedrooms,
an open plan study with a touch of modern luxury design throughout and a private pool. Sansara also designs Luxury with scenic golf course views, it is another great option with full access to all the facilities and services which you will feel it’s part of something immaculate and unique.
15 Elephants Rule the Road!
A frightening incident on a road in Khao Yai National Park in Nakhon Nayok Province involved a wild elephant straddling a passenger car before rolling and badly damaging the rear of the vehicle. The elephant, called Deu, sidled up to a car then rubbing against it, before sitting fully on the vehicle. The panicked driver only drove away after his car was badly damaged. “He usually likes to come to greet tourists anyway, but he has never hurt anyone or any vehicles,” said park director Kanchit Sarinpawan. “There were many factors that contributed to this. The driver was able to drive out, but he may have been too panicked to do so.” Both driver and passenger, reportedly men in their 20s, were uninjured. But the 35-year-old male elephant Deu had dented the roof, and broken the rear and side windows.
“Elephants will come out of the wild a lot in these couple months since they are looking for food after the rainy season with their usual flora food in the forest drying up. Deu usually roams around the 28 to 32 kilometre mark on Thanarat Road, so watch out for him” said the park director. The incident has prompted officials to remind visitors of the need to never harass or act in an irresponsible manner around these powerful and weighty wild creatures. The Khao Yai National Park has now published ’10 Elephant Rules’ to be observed when encountering elephants on the road, a common occurrence in many of Thailand’s National Parks, including Kaeng Krachan near Hua Hin. 10 ELEPHANT ROAD RULES 1. Stay at least 30 metres away and slowly back up to keep your distance if the elephant approaches. 2. No flash photography. 3. Do not honk the car’s horn or make other loud noises. 4. Do not turn off the engine and be ready to drive away at any time. 5. Do not get out of the vehicle to take photos. 6. Turn off your headlights if encountering elephants at night. Do not flash headlights or other lights at them. 7. If surrounded by elephants circling your car, move towards a spot in the circle with no elephants. 8. If the car in front of you backs up, please back up as well, as it might be an emergency situation. 9. Do not get out of the car and approach the elephant. 10. An elephant’s best senses are hearing, smell, and vision. If you turn off your engine, the elephant will approach and use these senses to investigate, by looking at, smelling, and listening to your car.
Kui Buri Baby Elephant Dies after being Driven Out
Kui Buri District Sheriff Mr. Sinathorn Oheam and Mr. Watthana Ponprasert, Director of the National Park Division Office, Area 3 Phetchaburi, along with park officials have inspected the remains of a dead elephant at Kui Buri National Park. The dead elephant, skinny and wrinkled, is a male and almost about 4 years old. The body was lying in the bushes when it was found, about 1 km away from the Kui Buri National Park. The park’s director requested the veterinarians from Huai Sai Wildlife Breeding Station to perform an autopsy to determine the cause of death although no wounds or any sign of attack was evident.
Park officials said that the elephant became sick and has lost its way due to the fact that he was driven out from the group about 3 months ago. They tried to put him back into the group several times but of no success, presumably because he was no longer accepted by the pack. The baby elephant might have came down to find food in the area and probably lost its strength and fell over during the night. The veterinarians had dissected the carcass, collected various organs, liver, kidneys, lungs, heart and stomach for re-examination at the National Institute of Animal Health and excavated the remains in Kui Buri forest.
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16 When Studying English You Learn French Without Knowing it ! It was during the period of “the French kings “, which directed England, that English absorbed 10,000 French words.
By the end of the 14the century, when progressively English replaces French as the language of the kingdom of England, it is in fact no longer the same language than before that returns to power. There was then a second phase of importing French words into the English language. During the Renaissance, from 14th to 17th century a contingent of about 12,000 French words was incorporated into the English language and came to complete the thousands of French words incorporated in the Middle Ages. For example, words like “architecture”, “dessert”, “fragile”, “machine”, “moustache”, “police”, “turbulence” ... But the context was quite different. At that time, France was a reference, renowned for its excellence in many areas. The prestige and preeminence of intellectual France was such that in all courts French was spoken. Little by little, it replaced Latin as a universal language. It was also during Renaissance that a certain William Shakespeare brought hundreds of French words into English: “agile”, “apostrophe”, “cavalier”, “frugal”, “monumental”, “obscene”, “pedant” ....
This kind of words corresponds to a relatively recent fashion that comes to us from the eighteenth century and that lasts until the late nineteenth century: the trend “chic” to slip French words, keeping the French accent, in a sentence in English. Of the 500 English words we have in French, half of them come from French: the word we use in French “people” comes from English, but it comes from the French “peuple”. The same goes for French words like “bar” (from French “une barre”), “budget” (from “bougette”), “corner” (from “corniere”), “scout” (from former French “escouter”, become “ecouter”), “stress” (from the old French “distress”, become “detresse”), “tunnel” (French “tonnelle”), aso... This is called “Aller-Retour” (back and forth). Traces still remain today of the presence of French language in British institutions.
Before 1066 and the arrival of William the Conqueror, Duke of Normandy, there was not a single word of French and very few Latin words in what is called Old English. William the Conqueror, Duke of Normandy, imposed French (Ancient French known as ‘Langue D’oil’ spoken in the northern half of France) as the language of the Court and the Government. It was then that French became the language of the elite, of commerce, of communication, of school, and the motto of the English monarchy: “Dieu et mon Droit”(God and my Right) French was the official language of the Kingdom of England and the language of any writing published in England, private or public, until the end of the 14th century During this period English language itself was transformed and absorbed about 10,000 French words. In parallel, those who wanted to rise socially learned French. Thus, when it came to finding a new word in Old English, for example to designate a concept imported by the Normans, it is naturally to the French that they turned. Among the very first French words imported by the Normans, we can quote: “age”, “art”, “cardinal”, “cousin”, “crime”, “dialogue”, “dragon”, “fruit”, “miracle” , “prison”, “silence” ... However it is interesting to mention that at the same era Charles VI, King of France, signed the Treaty of Troyes which gave the French Crown to his son-in-law Henry V of England and his heirs, and then Henry VI, his son, became king of England and France and was recognized by the English and some French provinces until 1435.
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While the laws themselves are not written in “Norman French”, that language is still used in Parliament on certain formal occasions. When a Bill of Law has passed its third reading in the House of Commons, it’s written down in a book and formally transferred to the House of Lords for their consideration with the following text at the start: “Soit baillé aux Seigneurs”. (Let it be sent to the Lords.)
Shakespeare! was inventive and creative: he invented many words like “amazement”, “eyeball” or “lonely “. But remember that Shakespeare was bilingual! He was a massive importer of French words. After the Renaissance, about 3,000 French words continued to enter the English language until after the Second World War. For example, “bustier”, “camouflage”, “limousine”, “label”, “garage”, “ questionnaire “, “massage”, “molecule”, “enclave”, “parachute”, “mousse”, “ silhouette “,” telephone “... Of all the languages of the world, and more specifically of all European languages, which have been influenced by the French language, English has been the most affected. French has literally invaded the English language: in total, English has 25,000 French words. This has occurred not only in the in the judicial field but also the political: “constitution”, “democracy”, “election”, “government”, “vote” “parliament”, “president”, “republic”, ... Take the English word “president”, If you look for it in an English etymological dictionary, you will see that this term was incorporated in English in 1380 and that it comes from “president” invented in France at the end of the 13th century in the sense of the one who presides. In the Middle Ages in England, the word meant the head of a religious house, a college, a hospital or a university. Then, in 1787, the Americans incorporated the word in their constitution when, in France, we did not even have a “president” in the political sense of the term. One can also quote the military field: there is not a single rank of the British army which does not come from the French «admiral», «captain», «general», «colonel», «sergeant», «lieutenant», «commandant», «corporal»... Finally, there are very idiomatic expressions whose French origin is known to the English; cul de sac, “Rendezvous” (which is written in English in one word) and so many more
When the Bill of Law have gone for the Royal Assent, and after all formalities, the Clerk of the Crown then reads out the title of the Bill of Law (or Bills; normally several are handled at a time) and the Clerk of the Parliament responds with the traditional formula in Norman French: For finance bills: “La Reyne, remerciant Ses bons Subjects, accepte leur Benevolence, et ainsi le veult”. (The Queen, thanking her good subjects, accepts their benevolence, and so wills it.) For other public bills: “La Reyne le veult”. (The Queen wills it.) For private bills: “Soit fait come il est desire”. (Let it be done as it is desired.) Royal consent has not been refused since 1708, but the words for that were: “La Reyne s’avisera”. (The Queen will think about it.)
Food and cooking terms French has of course given English many food-related terms: Cuisine, in French cuisine is the cooking and also the place where to do it, (in English Kitchen), Cuisine in English refers only to a particular type of food/cooking, such as French cuisine, Southern cuisine, Thai cuisine,... Blanch (to lighten in color, parboil; from blanchir), sauté (fried over high heat), fondue (melted), purée (crushed), flambée (blazed), à la carte (on the menu), au gratin (with gratings - In French, au gratin refers to anything that is grated and put on top of a dish, like breadcrumbs or cheese. In English, au gratin means “with cheese.”) , à la minute (to the minute - This term is used in restaurant kitchens for dishes that are cooked to order, rather than made ahead of time),
17 apéritif, au jus, bon appétit, café au lait, cordon bleu, crème brûlée, dégustation, The French word simply refers to the act of tasting, while in English “degustation” is used for a tasting event or party, as in wine or cheese tasting. en brochette, foie gras, hors d’oeuvre, petits fours, vol au vent... english ‘Toast’ comes from old french ‘toster’ meaning grilling, roasting. bacon is in fact the recovery of the old French ‘bacon’ which had the meaning of salted pork meat. Most of the English words ending by Tion, Ence, Ance, Age, Ment, Ture are imported French words Information, emotion, situation, conscience, distance, ambulance, courage, garage, massage, image, moment, instrument, argument, nature, capture, creature, signature, final, total, special, national, social, adorable, capable, horrible, terrible, double, table, and so many more…. Names of people Many words used to name people in English come from French. Cousin, Parent, Fiancé (with the accent even in English), Entrepreneur, Agent, Client, Immigrant, Madame (Madam), Bourgeois, Attaché, Aide de Camp, Chargé d’affaires Divorcée, Maitre d’, Maitre d’hotel, Protégé… Then, why with so many common words, do the English and the French have difficulties in understanding each other May be because of so many False Cognates (‘Faux Amis’) who are not always welcome. In English and French, many words have the same roots, they look identical or very similar, and they share the same meaning. That’s a wonderful convenience to the student of either language. However, there are also a great many faux amis (“false friends”), false cognates. These are words that look identical or similar in both languages, but they have completely different meanings, a pitfall for students in both languages. Some examples hereafter F for French E for English Grand (F) vs. grand (E) - Grand is a very, very common French word for big, but there are times it refers to something or someone great, such as un grand homme or a grand-père. When it describes a person’s physical appearance, it means tall. “Grand” in English commonly refers to a special human being, thing, or place of notable achievement.
GEORGES. S Sources : Le Figaro - Claire Conryut - Sunday 15 September 2019 - Anthony Lacoudre: «Le français a littéralement envahi la langue anglaise». The Independant - Stephen Tempest Saturday 18 October 2014. ThoughCo - Laura K. Lawless - Updated July 03, 2019 and July 25, 2017. Bryson, Bill. “The Mother Tongue: English & How It Got That Way.” Sources of images Guillaume le Conquérant: https://commons.m.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Stèle_Guillaume-leConquérant_(Saint-James)_02.jpg William Shakespeare: https://commons.m.wikimedia.org/wiki/Category:William_ Shakespeare#/media/File%3AShakespeare.jpg The House of Lords: https://commons.m.wikimedia.org/wiki/Category:House_of_Lords#/ media/File%3AHouse_of_Lords_2011.jpg Lord Palmerston: https://commons.m.wikimedia.org/wiki/File:Lord_Palmerston_1784-1865_ Statesman_Lived_Here.jpg Vive l’entente: https://www.pinterest.ch/pin/509751251546421897/ Majestic: http://majesticcreekcc.com/images/Pic_For_article/Aerial-pic1-home.jpg
Monnaie (F) vs. money (E) -Monnaie for the French is the loose change jingling in your pocket or weighing down your handbag. People at the checkout who say they have no monnaie don’t have the right change. English money is all of it, both change and bills. Location (F) vs. location (E) - There are miles between these two meanings. A French location is a rental, and you’ll often see ads for “les meilleures locations de vacances,” meaning “the best holiday rentals.” “Location” is the physical spot where something like a building lives, you know: location, location, location, which can be important in finding a French location. Librairie (F) vs. library (E) - These two terms are often confused, and they are true faux amis. Books are involved in both, but une librairie is where you go to purchase a book: a bookshop or newsstand. Your local library is une bibliothèque in France, or these days it may be part of a médiathèque. The English “library’ is, of course, where you borrow books. Attendre (F) vs. attend (E) - Attendre means “to wait for” and it’s in one of the most common French phrases: Je t’attends (I’m waiting for you). The English “attend,” of course, though similar in appearance means to take part in or to go to some event, such as a meeting or a concert. Make two sentences using these five words in English and in French and you will easily discover how difficult it can be to be understood.
Let us conclude with Lord Palmerston :
To a French diplomate who told him « Si je n’étais pas un Français, j’aurais souhaité être un Anglais* », Lord Palmerston replied « If I were not an Englishman, I would have liked to be an Englishman » * If I was not French , I would have liked to be English An addition for all my friends golfers, members and non members at Majestic Creek Golf Club and Resort a little reading in the English Online Etymology Dictionnary Majestic (adj), coming from majesty (n.) c. 1300, mageste, “greatness or grandeur of exalted rank or character, imposing loftiness, stateliness, qualities appropriate to rulership, grandeur, nobility” (12c.) From Old French Majesté creek (n.) mid-15c., creke “narrow inlet in a coastline,” altered from kryk (early 13c.; in place names from 12c.), probably from Old Norse kriki “corner, nook,” and perhaps influenced by Anglo-French crique, itself from a Scandinavian source via the Norman. Bienvenue à Majestique Crique !
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18 Having a ‘Whale of a Time’ Off the Phetchaburi Coast! Anchovies are so abundant at this time of year that the whales only need to lay back and open their mouths and the fish will flow in by the hundreds – at least those not picked off by seabirds first. A quick survey found there were about 70 in the gulf in October. The Bryde’s whales arrive to feed along the Phetchaburi coast where they are expected to remain until early December. They may surface close to a fishing boat to feed on squid and plankton attracted by the boat’s bait light. Thailand’s Natural Resources and Environment Minister Varawut Silpa-archa says “Bryde’s whales are precious gifts from nature.” He added that he plans to turn the Phetchaburi coast into a sustainable tourism destination. Mr Varawut said, strict rules were enacted to ensure the wellbeing of the animals. Both the government and locals were working to ensure the wellbeing of the animals. The minister urged tourists to abide by whale-watching rules. “Tourists are urged not to disturb the whales because with such disturbances, the mammals may not return to the site” he said. Guidelines for whale watching have been issued and include a boat speed limit of 7 knots within 400 metres of the whales and 5 knots when closer to them. Only 3 boats are allowed near the whales at any time. Mr Varawut has assigned the Department of Marine and Coastal Resources to enhance environmental awareness in the area where Bryde’s whales appear frequently. The Department of Marine and Coastal Resources has been told to tighten up monitoring of Bryde’s Whales after about 20 jet skiers were spotted in the area in October. A warning was issued to jet-skiing tourists of serious consequences if they are found to disrupt the existence of the whales. The jet skis had been noisily tearing through the gulf waters at high speeds in search of the whales. The group of jet skiers provoked rage from local residents.
The jet-ski riders have reportedly agreed to avoid the area when officials from the department spoke to them after Natural Resources and Environment Minister Worawut Silpa-archa was informed of the incident. The minister said that the jet skis pose a risk to the mammals and their loud noise drives them away from their feeding grounds in the area.
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“Tourists who come to see the Bryde’s whales must be aware of constructive tourism. Jet-skiing may harm the whales and affect their feeding. Hence, the practice must stop,” he said. Mr. Sophon Thongdee, director of Marine and Coastal Resources Department, said that officials will check the operating licenses of the jet-ski service providers. Bryde’s whales were added to Thailand’s list of 19 protected species two years ago. Hunting is banned and violators are liable to 3-15 years in prison and/or a fine of between 300,000 and 1.5 million baht.
About Bryde’s Whales (Balaenoptera Edeni) Also known as the Tropical Whale or Eden’s Whale, the Bryde’s Whale resembles a number of other whale species’ such as the Sei Whale as well as Fin and Minke varieties. The name is pronounced “Brood-ess” and comes from one of the pioneers of whaling in South Africa, Johan Bryde; an entrepreneur and businessman from the Norway. This often results in the name being described as the ‘Bruda Whale’ Bryde’s whale is a small to medium-sized baleen whale which can be found swimming throughout the tropical/subtropical climates of the world. Although the Bryde’s Whale wasn’t significantly hunted in the history of whaling, they did become hunted during the 1970’s as other species began to be depleted in popular whaling areas. Adult Bryde’s Whales reach a length of between 11.5 and 14.5 metres with the average weight of a fully-grown Bryde’s Whale is between 12 and 20 tonnes. Male whales tend to be slightly smaller than their female counterparts. Smaller whales tend to prefer living near the coastline while larger whales can be found living further out to sea.
These whales have long slender bodies with a combination of dark gray and white skin coloring. To protect their blowholes from accidentally taking in water they have a splash guard with three ridges near their blowholes. While these whales typically travel at speeds of less than 5 miles per hour they can reach up to 15 miles per hour when startled or threatened. They capture their food by looking for large swarms or gatherings of potential prey and then swim through the swarm and engulf whatever food is available. In some cases these whales may be spotted hunting and stealing prey that other marine animals have worked hard to herd together and obtain. Common methods for obtaining prey include bubble netting, lunging towards large swarms of prey to capture as many fish in their mouth as possible and skimming the water surface for food. Bryde’s whales are often found traveling either alone or in smaller groups of 2 – 4 whales. While these whales are largely solitary animals they can be found gathered in larger groups of 10 – 30 during feeding and mating periods. Unlike other species of baleen whales, Bryde’s whales tends to
move in irregular patterns both surfacing and changing direction for no particular reason making their patterns unpredictable and unusual. Although little is known about how Bryde’s whale communicates, it is known that like other species within the baleen family they use low-frequency sounds which often resemble the sound of someone moaning. While the purpose of these sounds are unknown they are most likely used to communicate a desire to mate, to alert others of nearby danger, to find other members of a group or pod or to let others know of nearby food among other survival based communication. Th e ave ra g e g e st at i o n p e r i o d is approximately 11-12 months. When first born these marine mammals are approximately 20% -25% the size of an adult. After birth the female whale will nurse her calf for 6 – 12 months or until the newborn is able to hunt and survive without the need of additional support from its mother. Sexual maturity for these whales is between 7 – 14 years at which point they reach their matured size and may begin mating and bearing offspring of their own. Bryde’s whales may give birth once every 2 – 4 years while they remain fertile. When searching for food, these marine mammals can dive underwater for up to 20 minutes before resurfacing for air. Being part of the baleen whale suborder Bryde’s whale does not possess teeth, but is equipped with baleen plates that have bristles attached to them to allow the whale to filter prey from the water. The Bryde’s Whale has between 250 and 365 baleen plates in its ample jaws. These are hair-like structures that sieve the water and trap small fish and krill in the plates. They do this in a dramatic series of lunges into schools of prey, their mouths gaping with impressive scale. These whales are not known for their curiosity, but have been occasionally inclined to approach fishing vessels and swim with them for a while. They can be solitary, or can live with between one and seven other whales in a pod. Mothers and calves frequently stay together for some time. Bryde’s Whales can lift their entire body out of the water in an acrobatic display of power when they breach. This is a fantastic sight to witness for onlookers. Bryde’s Whales can live for about 50 years in the wild. As with most whales, the biggest threat to the Bryde’s Whale is humankind. Fishing nets and equipment has caused major injury and death. Today this is a protected species, however they may still face threats from humans in the form of collisions with large ships or boats that may strike these whales as they pass by. In addition to being hit by ships these whales may also be affected by loud artificial noises that can interfere with their ability to communicate, search for food and navigate the ocean. As the water becomes more polluted waste, physical materials and chemical pollution may also threaten populations. Reference www.whalefacts.org
19 How Does Acupuncture Work?
Acupuncture is a form of treatment that involves inserting very thin needles through a person’s skin at specific points on the body, to various depths. It is difficult to set up investigations using proper scientific controls, because of the invasive nature of acupuncture. In a clinical study, a control group would have to undergo sham treatment, or a placebo, for results to be compared with those of genuine acupuncture. Some studies have concluded that acupuncture offers similar benefits to a patient as a placebo, but others have indicated that there are some real benefits.
Uses
Research carried out in Germany has shown that acupuncture may help relieve tension headaches and migraines.
Research suggests Trusted Source that it can help relieve pain, and it is used for a wide range of other complaints. However, according to the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH), there is limited evidence Trusted Source for its effectiveness in areas other than pain. How acupuncture works scientifically remains unclear. Some people claim it works by balancing vital energy, while others believe it has a neurological effect. Acupuncture remains controversial among Western medical doctors and scientists.
What is acupuncture?
Share on PinterestAcupuncture involves inserting needles at certain points of the body. An acupuncurist will insert needles into a person’s body with the aim of balancing their energy. This, it is claimed, can help boost wellbeing and may cure some illnesses. Conditions it is used for include different kinds of pain, such as headaches, blood pressure problems, and whooping cough, among others. How does it work? Traditional Chinese medicine explains that health is the result of a harmonious balance of the complementary extremes of “yin” and “yang” of the life force known as “qi,” pronounced “chi.” Illness is said to be the consequence of an imbalance of the forces. Qi is said to flow through meridians, or pathways, in the human body. These meridians and energy flows are accessible through 350 acupuncture points in the body. Inserting needles into these points with appropriate combinations is said to bring the energy flow back into proper balance. There is no scientific proof that the meridians or acupuncture points exist, and it is hard to prove that they either do or do not, but numerous studies suggest that acupuncture works for some conditions. Some experts have used neuroscience to explain acupuncture. Acupuncture points are seen as places where nerves, muscles, and connective tissue can be stimulated. The stimulation increases blood flow, while at the same time triggering the activity of the body’s natural painkillers.
The NCCIH note that it has been proven to help Trusted Source in cases of: H low back pain H neck pain H osteoarthritis H knee pain H headache and migraine They list additional disorders that may benefit from acupuncture, but which require further scientific confirmation. In 2003, the World Health Organization (WHO) listed a number of conditions in which they say acupuncture has been proven effective.
These include:
H high and low blood pressure H chemotherapy-induced nausea and vomiting H some gastric conditions, including peptic ulcer H painful periods H dysentery H allergic rhinitis H facial pain H morning sickness H rheumatoid arthritis H sprains
H tennis elbow H sciatica dental pain H reducing the risk of stroke inducing labor Other conditions for which the WHO say that acupuncture may help but more evidence is needed include: H fibromyalgia neuralgia H post-operative convalescence H substance, tobacco and alcohol dependence H spine pain H stiff neck H vascular dementia H whooping cough, or pertussis H Tourette syndrome The WHO also suggest that it may help treat a number of infections, including some urinary tract infections and epidemic hemorrhagic fever. They point out, however, that “only national health authorities can determine the diseases, symptoms, and conditions for which acupuncture treatment can be recommended.”
Benefits
Acupuncture can be beneficial in that: H Performed correctly, it is safe. H There are very few side effects. H I t c a n b e e f f e c t i ve l y co m b i n e d w i t h o t h e r treatments. H It can control some types of pain. H It may help patients for whom pain medications are not suitable. The NCCIH advise people not to use acupuncture instead of seeing a conventional health care provider. Source by : Ankang Chinese Medical Clinic More information please call: 095 – 928 5573, 032 802299 Location: No.27 Huahin 55 (Soi Chom-Sin) Huahin, PrachuabKhiriKhan 77110
Public Health Changes: Hospital Medications Coming to Local Pharmacies; Foreigner Higher Pricing Endorsed
The Ministry of Public Health has officially launched a project to reduce patient waiting time and ease hospital congestion by allowing patients to obtain prescription medicine from pharmacies close to their homes. The project aims to cover 50 hospitals and 500 pharmacies by next year. The Deputy Prime Minister and Public Health Minister, Anutin Charnvirakul, together with the Deputy Minister of Public Health, Sathit Pitutecha, attended the launch of the
project. After seeing a doctor, patients can now choose to collect their prescription medicine from pharmacies, instead of waiting in long hospital queues. The first phase of this project covers patients with diabetes, high blood pressure, asthma, mental illnesses and common chronic diseases. This group of patients can obtain prescription medicine from pharmacies near their homes. Currently, 35 hospitals and 300 pharmacies in Bangkok
and other provinces have registered with the ministry to participate in this project. To help pharmacists dispense the right amount of medicine, patients are to provide them with information about their existing prescription. If patients fail to obtain their prescription medicine from pharmacies within the given time frame, they have to contact the hospital’s outpatient department. Patients with a universal healthcare card or a 30-baht gold card are not required to pay for the medicine. The hospital’s medication management processes includes dispensing and delivering prescription medicines for individual patients to pharmacies, assigning pharmacies to act as a reserve units and assigning pharmacies to prepare prescription medicine and hand them to patients. Increased medical price rates for nonThais to become the norm Health officials have instructed administrators at Thailand’s state hospitals to begin implementing a new rate structure that significantly raises prices for noncitizens. This follows new medical services fees regulation and structures signed by former Public Health Minister Dr Piyasakol Sakolsatayadorn in August.
The Health Ministry says it is “enforcing the 2019 rate of public health services for patients of Thai nationality and public health services for foreign patients for effective management and for the rates to go in the same direction.” Under the new rules, public hospitals are to charge patients at essentially four different tiers based on their legal status: Thai nationals, citizens of neighboring countries and working foreigners on nonimmigrant visas. The fourth group consists of tourists and retirees. While foreigners from other ASEAN nations will pay the same rates as Thai nationals, they increase significantly for the third group – which includes most expats – while retirees and tourists pay much more, often double. This means that a simple antibody screening, which would cost Thais and ASEAN residents THB130, will now cost expats THB190. Retirees and tourists would pay double – THB260. Want an HIV test? The THB160 charged to Thais and ASEAN nationals goes up to THB240 for working expats and THB320 for retirees/tourists. HUA HIN TODAY, 16 - 30 November 2019
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Dusit Thani Hua Hin Forge Close Bonds on
Annual Staff & CSR Outing 2019
Hua Hin, Thailand Dusit Thani Hua Hin recently arranged their “Annual Staff & CSR Outing 2019”, led by Pipat Patthananusorn, General Manager and the Management Team, to thank all staff for their hard work through the year and strengthen existing relationships and further strengthen bonds in the workplace environment. Divided into two groups, over four days, the first port of call on the adventure was a donation of essential goods to all the less fortunate children of the Blind with Multiple Disabilities School Cha-am, who reciprocated with shows demonstrating their own amazing talents. From there, the journey continued to an overnight stay at a comfortable resort within Kaeng Krachan National Park, where everyone enjoyed teambuilding activities and a night of revelry.
Baan Sillapin Opens an Exhibition to Advance Hua Hin as an ‘Art City’
Mövenpick Asara Resort & Spa Hua Hin The 2019 World Luxury Hotel Award
Mövenpick Asara Resort & Spa Hua Hin is celebrating a very special addition to its growing list of accolades after having been recognized with “A Winner of Global in Luxury Private Pool Villa” at the prestigious the 2019 World Luxury Hotel Awards held at Arctic Tree House Hotel and Santa Park, Finland last week. It is particularly gratifying to receive this honour as the award is based on our guests voicing their satisfaction regarding the previous experiences during their stays,” commented Sven Walter, General Manager of Mövenpick Asara Resort & Spa Hua Hin. “It is a testament of the heart work and continuing effort of our heartists who are committed to delivering outstanding guest experiences through service excellence” he added. Delivered since 2006, World Luxury Hotel Awards is a respected recognition in luxury hotel business for world-class service excellence and getting nominated is a sign of top achievement in the industry. Winners are chosen by voting – more than 300,000 travelers and professionals give their vote annually, making the process fair and unbiased.
Be Well Medical Center Hua Hin
The official opening of an exhibition by 40 of Thailand’s most recognised water colour artists has taken place at the Hua Hin Artists Village AKA Baan Sillapin. The exhibition dubbed ‘Couple: The Art of Watercolour’ features over 100 works of art showcasing 20 awarded women and 20 men artists who are members of the Watercolour Society of Thailand. The exhibition has been arranged by the Baan Sillapin founder and proprietor Thawee Kesa-ngam who is also the society President. The Mall Group Vice President, Mrs Grisana Umpujh, performed the official ribboncutting ceremony before dignitaries including Ms Soraya Homchuen, the Governor of the Tourism Authority of Thailand Prachuap Khiri Khan in the presence of a majority of the exhibiting artists and with a big group of enthusiastic art lovers. The free exhibition will now be open for the remainder of November (not Mondays) from 10 AM as a continuation of featured monthly exhibitions being held leading up to the 20th anniversary of Baan Sillapin in February 2020. Ms Soraya Homchuen says that art helps promote tourism to be more diverse and having exhibitions of this quality is enabling Hua Hin to become better known as an ‘Art City’. This is another reason for the region’s community and businesses to be confident in the future growth of tourism attracting both domestic and foreign visitors.
Be Well provides family health care services by a team of experienced doctors, nurses and physiotherapists. “Be Well Medical Center” is open 7 days a week with doctors available for home calls 24 hours a day. The temporary location is in Soi 102, and the Medical Center will be opening at the Banyan Resort in January. For more information, please visit the website: www.bewell.co.th HUA HIN TODAY, 16 - 30 November 2019
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Chef Profile: Vana Nava Sky: Chef Kanyaphat Srijareon
Sous Chef Ann is bringing Thai Fusion Food to Vana Nava Sky on the 27th Floor.
Chef Ann presented her Thai Fusion Menu at the Hua Hin Chef’s Table Event on Friday 13 September, where she served a 5 course menu featuring some the best local and imported ingredients.
Prior to starting at Vana Nava Sky, Chef Ann developed her love of French cuisine working in various restaurants, but her intense passion was brought to life by working for two years under the direction of brilliant French Chef, Cyrille Keyser in Koh Samui. The techniques and flavour combinations she acquired during this time have helped her to develop her own style when it comes to the plating of her dishes; with the presentation being almost important as the flavour. Chef Cyrille encouraged her to explore combinations of ingredients to bring out the best flavours. He also instilled in her the belief to follow her palette when combining flavours; “always cook from the heart”, he told her. These traits are seen in her every dish, with her style being that of Thai Fusion, though with a concentration of flavour and sophisticated presentation. Surprisingly, the
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ingredient she relishes using most is Foie Gras. She absolutely loves using it, as it can be a great conduit and with its ability to take on other flavours, it is simply perfect for fusion food. At the recent Hua Hin Chef’s Table, the first course was tortellini stuffed with shrimp with Foie Gras and Gra-phrao; it was a delicate, yet fine example of Thai Fusion food. Chef Ann was born in Surat Thani, whilst her mum was born and raised on Koh Samui, so Southern Thai flavours are firmly entrenched in her DNA. As with many cooks, she took great inspiration from her grandmother, often cooking alongside her in the family kitchen. This is where her grounding in ingredients, coupled with traditional cooking methods and Southern spicing was nurtured. It was here that she learnt to prepare ingredients correctly to extract the maximum flavour, which is what Southern food is renowned for; its boldness and intense use of spices.
As far back as she can remember, Chef Ann has always wanted to cook and to become a chef. Whilst she knew that being a chef was going to take a lot of commitment with its hard work and long hours, her family gave her their blessings and moved to Hua Hin so she could study food and hospitality at University. This young, confident chef is continuing to develop her skills under the leadership of Holiday Inn Executive Chef Bam Amporn Choeng-Ngam, with the standout being her signature dish of Australian beef meatballs stuffed with Bocconcini cheese and served with a Massaman Curry sauce and crispy roti. Wherever possible, she loves using local ingredients and produce to recreate traditional flavours and often, to create entirely new combinations. When you are looking for a dining experience that takes it to the next, with one of the best views and cocktail bars in Hua Hin, make a booking at Vana Nava Sky 27th Floor.
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For an oriental twist to your festive season, Centara Grand Hua Hin presents to you dining options at its outstanding restaurants. Suan Bua Thai Restaurant offers a poolside buffet “Thai temple Fair” with authentic Thai food and regional favourites from starters to desserts. The evening is enriched even further with spectacular Thai performances. For a taste of true Japanese tradition, look no further than Hagi, where the restaurant’s popular buffet “Culinary Treasures of Japan” will undergo a Christmas transformation and a festive atmosphere that promises the perfect family celebration. For more information, please contact T: +66 (0) 3251 2021-38 | M: +66 (0) 99 340 5566, Email: profficechbr@chr.co.t
With the festive season and the most exciting time of the year quickly approaching, Baba Beach Club Hua Hin proudly presents this year’s Holiday Happenings and Year-End Celebrations. Early Bird Bookings for New Year’s Eve Feast Dinner: Make your reservation & booking with us before the 15th of December & receive a 10% discount. Reservations are preferred. For bookings and more information, please call 032-899130 or email: Huahin@bababeachclub.com or visit www.bababeachclub.com. HUA HIN TODAY, 16 - 30 November 2019
22 CROSSWORDS ANSWER 75 ACROSS : 1 Zagreb. 6 Chris. 7 Reinforces. 8 Idol. 9 Excell.
11 Heather. 13 Tedious. 15 Abyss. 17 Beef.
18 Occupation. 20 Nappy. 21 Audrey
DOWN :
1 Zenith. 2 Reel. 3 Banquet. 4 Choke. 5 Roc.
6 Sisal. 7 Rotary. 10 Cloven. 12 Regetta. 14 Safety.
15 Acorn. 16 Soppy. 17 Bold. 19 Cop.
CROSSWORDS ANSWER 76 ACROSS : 1 Knuckle down. 7 Brad. 8 Targets. 9 Opt.
10 Small. 11 Serene. 13 Greets. 16 Arrow. 18 Net.
19 Sibling. 20 Oink. 21 At the double.
DOWN :
1 Karate. 2 Undone. 3 Kettle. 4 Earls. 5 Operate.
6 Nestles. 11 Swansea. 12 Rarebit. 13 Gung ho.
14 Entomb. 15 Trance. 17 White.
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November Hua Hin Business Network Event happening at La Grappa! The Hua Hin Business Network (HHBN) is a non- profit organization for people interested in local business contacts. The Monthly events are open to the public and held at HHBN member’s businesses, the events offer a chance to make new business contacts and to share information and experience with each other in an informal environment. HHBN November Events is happening on: Date: Thursday 21st November 2019 Time: 6pm-8pm Venue: La Grappa Ristorante Entrance Fee: 1100 thb for members and 1300 thb non-members includes free flow of Wine, Beer and La Grappa food for 2 hours. Special after 8pm drink prices apply. Drinks payable after 2 hours Please note RSVP’s are compulsory due to space limit. Please reply with your attendance to us latest by 15 November to bpersson2020@gmail.com or through Hua Hin Business Network Facebook Page (Event section). Please note you can join us as a member at this event.
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Very nice bungalows for rent in closed community 1 and 2 bedrooms Living room European kitchen Large outside covered terrace Large swimming pool Long term rental contract Rental price monthly start at Bath 15,000. For more information please call 088 269 8795
Condo 702 Beach Front
(area: 98m2) 7th floor – Sea View
Price: 11.75 Million Baht
• 1 Living Room • 1 Modern Kitchen • 1 Bathroom • 2 Bedrooms • 2 Spacious Balconies Maintenance Fee: 2,940 THB/month (30 Baht per m2)
23 New 3 Bedroom Pool Villas For Sale – Only 6 km to Hua Hin center
Reduced for Quick Sale! 2 Bedroom Villa For Sale in Khao Tao – Manora Village I
Property Type: Pool Villas For Sale Price: start at 6,934,000 THB Code (Ref): MPHH-086 Location: Hua Hin , Living Area: 216 Sqm Land area: 444 – 1064 Sqm Bedrooms: 3, Bathrooms: 3
Property Type: Villa For Sale
Beautiful Villas available for sale in Hua Hin’s latest development, located only 6.5 km from downtown Hua Hin. These properties are a perfect blend of quality, comfort and luxury for an affordable price. Amazing location makes the project attractive as its conveniently located in proximity to beach and world-class golf courses with easy access to central Hua Hin, where you can find local markets, schools, exquisite restaurants, large shopping malls and anything else you might need. For more information please call +66(0)63 629 3505; +6632 525 051 or check on www. Manoraproperty.com
Well-priced 2-bedroom Villa For Sale on Soi 112, Hua Hin
Price: 7,500,000
Code (Ref): Villa Busaba B29 MV-I Living Area: 145 Sqm, Land area: 500 Sqm Bedrooms: 2, Bathrooms: 2 Ownership: Land Leasehold Villa Busaba B29 is a delightful 2 bedroom property located within a secure luxury villa development, where you will find relief, genuine sense of community and peacefulness. The floor plan comprises of open living and dining room area, European style kitchen with high quality appliances, a cleverly concealed utility room, large terrace area and fabulously landscaped tropical garden.
For more information please call +66(0)63 629 3505; +6632 525 051 or check on www. Manoraproperty.com
Fully Furnished Condo for Sale in Khao Takiab – Walking distance from Beach Price: 4,200,000 Code (Ref): MPHH-062 Location: Hua Hin – Khao Takiab Living Area: 57 Sqm Bedrooms: 2, Bathrooms: 2
This beautiful property is a true definition of value for money. Located only 7 km from city center, and 9 km from beach, this cozy villa is surrounded with peaceful environment, has easy access to main road and quick connection to downtown Hua Hin.
Well-priced 2-bedroom condo for sale in a highly popular location of Khao Takiab, Hua Hin. This 2-bedroom property consist of open plan living, dining and kitchen area, master bedroom with en-suite bathroom, guest bedroom, guest toilet and a cozy balcony with partial sea views. The unit is fully furnished and ready to move-in. With-in walking distance you can reach the beach and find many shops, restaurants, convenience stores and other facilities in the area.
For more information please call +66(0)63 629 3505; +6632 525 051 or check on www. Manoraproperty.com
For more information please call +66(0)63 629 3505; +6632 525 051 or check on www. Manoraproperty.com
Property Type: Villa For Sale Price: 3,950,000 Code (Ref): MPHH-091 Living Area: 114 Sqm, Land area: 368 Sqm Bedrooms: 2, Bathrooms: 2
SOUTH HUA HIN : LUXURY POOL VILLAS
BRAND NEW DEVELOPMENT 560 SQ.M. TO 1,200 SQ.M. LARGE OPEN ISLAND KITCHEN 3 BEDROOM / 3 BATHROOM FULLY FURNISH 3.5 METER HIGH CEILING
091-819-9810 ENG 080-840-8080 TH
www.sivanavillas.com info@sivanavillas.com @sivanavillas
Pool Villas For Quick Sale 5,800,000 THB
Reasonably priced 1 Bedroom Studio on 12th floor with Amazing Sea Views For Sale at Boathouse, Cha-Am
The house with steel structure (30 years guaranty) Fully furnish, 100 Tarangwha( 400 Sqm.) 3 Bedrooms, 2 Bath, Living room, swimming pool, Terrace, carport, Garden, Water tank for 15,000 liters, Septic tank 2,000 Litters.
Beautiful 1 Bedroom studio apartment located on a 12th floor of Condominium Building B at Boathouse project, ChaAm. The unit is fully furnished and has breathtaking sea views from the balcony. Priced to sell!
Contract Direct to Owner at 080-500-2222: Tony
For more information please call +66(0)63 629 3505; +6632 525 051 or check on www. Manoraproperty.com
Property Type: Condo For Sale Price: 3,600,000
Code (Ref): MPHH-103 Living Area: 45 Sqm Bedrooms: 1 Bathrooms: 1
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Majestic Creek Golf Club & Resort Majestic Creek Golf Club & Resort is one of the most unique golf courses in Thailand since there is a 27 -hole gem, lying in the beautiful undulating countryside close to the mountains separating Myanmar from Thailand and only 25 minutes outside the Royal town of Hua Hin.
Please call +66 (0)81-942-3619, email bookings@majesticcreekcc.com, or browse our website: www.majesticcreekcc.com to reserve for Green Fee. There will be a very warm welcome for you here at the Majestic Creek Golf Club and Resort and we look forward to seeing you soon.
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A very interesting event will be the ‘22nd Hua Hin Red Cross Fair’, behind the Blu'port Resort Mall Hua Hin on the Friday 22nd November to Sunday 1st December. The Red Cross Fair 2019 has been organised for the 22nd time and this year there is a commitment to make it bigger than ever.
H Open 1700 hours until 2200 hours each day H A big range of OTOP products from different agricultural districts H Raffle prizes with tickets only 20 baht H Great prizes every night including gold, motorcycles, refrigerators, washing machines and flat-screen colour TVs H The largest transportable theme park in Thailand H Music and concerts from famous entertainers every evening
How to Get Around Hua Hin
There are many choices of transportation for getting around Hua Hin, and we cover them all in this map. If you stay near the centre it’s possible to walk to most places. If you stay a bit further from the town centre, you may want to choose from the various public transportation options available including songthaews, tuk tuks, motorcycle taxis, tricycles, bicycles or minivans. You can check them all here in our Hua Hin Today Map for your guide.
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worth of petrol. Please be aware that an approved driver’s license is required to avoid a financial penalty or perhaps to invalidate an insurance policy. It is also illegal for both the driver and passenger not to wear a helmet apart from safety issues. Many a visitor has been injured or worse after a motorcycle accident; be very wary and never drink and ride!
Bicycle Rental
Motorcycle Taxi
These are more reasonably priced, starting at 20 Baht per person. From the train station to the night market costs 30 Baht, as does a trip from the night market to the beach. You’ll see motorcycle taxis on many street corners, with the drivers wearing mainly orange or orange jackets with numbers at the back and front. Negotiate the price beforehand.
Tuk Tuk
A tuk tuk is rather an expensive means of transportation in Hua Hin. For a very short journey of 1 km we were charged 100 Baht, which the driver claimed is the minimum fare; but it’s a fun ride at a reasonable price if you travel in groups of 4 – 6 people and share the fare. You will find tuk tuks parked all around the city. Most people used them when they needed to transport goods or luggage.
Tricycle
This is a 3-wheeled rickshaw. These tricycles travel much slower as the driver has to ‘pedal’ you around town, which is good if you want to travel in a slower pace and see the town’s surroundings more up-close and personal. Again, negotiate the price HUA HIN TODAY, 16 - 30 November 2019
One of the cheapest means of traveling around town is the bicycle. Many Europeans prefer renting a bicycle because it gives you more freedom when pedaling around Hua Hin and at the same time doing exercise. A day’s rental wouldn’t cost you more than 100 Baht ($3).
with two-row of seats at the back, and is one of the cheapest ways (and the most popular) to get around the city, with prices starting at just 10 Baht per trip, depending on the distance you’ll be traveling. The songthaews operates along three designated routes, with 3 different coloured songthaews, each covering different routes. Green songthaews covers from Hua Hin Airport to Khao Takiab (10-20 Baht) Orange songthaews covers from Soi Mae Kep, Market Village all the way to Makro (10-20 Baht) White songthaews covers from Hua Hin to Mongkol Temple (10-40 Baht) and Hua Hin City (10 Baht) Green operates from 06:20 - 21:00 hours Orange operates from 06:00 - 22:00 hours White operates from 08:00 - 18:00 hours (Hua Hin to Huay Mongkol Temple) and 07:00 - 22:00 hours (Hua Hin City)
Walking
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Motorcycle Rental
If you want more flexibility or want to travel to lots of places, you can rent a motorcycle for around 150-200 Baht per day. You’ll see rental shops around the city, or just ask your hotel staff. Renting a motorcycle, gives you more freedom and you can travel longer distances. A trip from Hua Hin to Cha Am (around 25 km away), will only cost you around 60 Baht
A songthaew is a modified pickup truck
This is my favourite way of getting around. And best of all, it’s free. You also get to stop wherever you want, take whatever route you want, and discover more of the city.
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Tel. +66 (0) 86 369 3604
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The Cha-Am ATV Park
is situated on Bor Khaem Road of Km.#198 Phetchakasem Road, Tambon Cha-Am, (about 8 KM. from Cha-Am beach / 22 KM. from Hua-Hin market) covering a total area of 43 rai. Our park has received the Award of Outstanding Performance in the category of Recreation Tourist Sites at the Thailand Tourism Awards 2008 and 2010. It is a soft-adventurous attraction with various activities available; including, ATV riding at different levels of difficulties, paintball game, gun shooting, archery. Open during 9:00 A.M.- 5:30 P.M. and closed on Wednesday. More information please visit our website or please call 095-828-9454.
Phra Ratchaniwet Mrigadayavan
With a breezy seaside location 12km north of Hua Hin, this summer palace – Phra Ratchaniwet Mrigadayavan – was built in 1924 during the reign of Rama VI. Set in a beautiful garden with statuesque trees and stunning sea views, it’s a series of 18 interlinked teak buildings with tall, shuttered windows and patterned fretwork built upon stilts. The functional but elegant style of the palace was a result of Rama VI suffering from rheumatoid arthritis; the court’s Italian architect designed it to maximise air circulation and make the most of the seaside location. A slow-motion renovation means there will be no interior access for many years (access may not resume even after the renovation is finished, but this is still uncertain), which is unfortunate, but it’s lovely on the outside too and still worth a visit. There’s also a nature trail here. The palace is within the grounds of Camp Rama VI, a military base. It’s easiest to get here with private transport but you can also catch a Hua Hin–Cha-am bus and ask to be dropped off at the camp’s front gate. As this is a royal palace, legs and arms must be covered, otherwise you’ll have to pay 20B to wear a sarong.
SWISS SHEEP FARM
“In place of the ancient dream for those who seek it.” Come in contact with the atmosphere of a farm in a valley surrounded by nature, warmth and love in a European-style countryside. Farm that will take you back in time to dream again. A place full of fun and activities for kids… love and memories for adults. How to get there: Swiss Sheep Farm - Petchkasem road (highway #4) at kilometer 201, on the left side of the road when coming from Bangkok, just before the PTT gas station and 500 meters before the fork to Cha Am and Hua Hin on the left (straight being the bypass to Pranburi) Opening Hours Mon - Fri 10:00 am. - 07:00 pm., Sat - Sun 09:00 am. - 07:00 pm. Admission Adult 50 Baht, Child 30 Baht (Price are subject to change) Contact Tel. 0 3277 2495
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Hua Hin’s station Hua Hin’s popularity began to increase in the 1920’s as the railway line from Bangkok was constructed and King Rama VI built Klai Kangwon Palace as a summer retreat.
Wat Huay Mongkol Hua Hin Wat Huay Mongkol Hua Hin--this Buddhist temple is home to the world’s largest statue of Luang Phor Thuad, a legendary southern Thai monk revered for his enlightenment and ability to perform miracles. Many believe that the amulets created in his image guarantee safety in times of distress. The statue, set within a park-like setting that attracts many visitors each weekend, was commissioned by HM Queen Sirikit and is the first thing you see when approaching Hua Hin from Highway 4 (heading to Prachuab Kirikhand).
Hua Hin’s station is one of the oldest in Thailand and its main feature is The Royal Waiting Room that used to welcome King and his court when they were visiting the town. Originally, it was situated at Sanamchan Palace in Nakom Pathom and was known as Plub Pla Sanamchan. Eventually, the room was tranported to Hua Hin. It is designed in the same style as Maruekkhathayawan Palace and is an attraction not to be missed if you are staying in Hua Hin. The train station is located at the top (west end) of Damnoern Kasem Road.
‘Plearnwan’
a living vintage, museum-like village, offers community’s lifestyle during the 1950s and letting visitors travel back in time of the classic era of Thai culture. Adults will enjoy reminiscing their past, while teenagers will learn from the past Plearnwan is originated from the concept of “Visit and Learn from the Past”. Plearnwan imitates the lifestyle of the people who lived together as a community, living with respect full of laughter and happiness. Moreover, the visitors can sense the warmth, hospitality, and bliss of the community. A doubledecked wooden building at the center of Plearnwan is the heart of memories in the past. It consists of vintage shops decorated with movie posters, fashion magazine cover, utensils and collectibles of the 50s-60s era.
CAFE
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Opens daily 10:00 a.m.- 10:00 p.m. Live music starts 6:00 p.m. Thai food, Sea food and E-San Food (north-eastern) Best Grilled Chicken and Som Tum (papaya salad) in Hua Hin
9 Naresdamri Road, Hua Hin, Thailand 77110
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175 Moo 15 Hin Lek Fai, Hua Hin, 77110 Tel: 032 654 986
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Mobile: 099 165 5989 Email: siam-wellness@hotmail.com www.siam-wellness.net
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29 Tel. +66 (0) 86 369 3604 Rajabhakti Park Rajabhakti Park, located in Hua Hin, Prachuap Khiri Khan province, is a historically themed park honouring past Thai seven kings from the Sukhothai period to the current royal house of Chakri. The seven kings made great contributions to the country in each period of Thai history.
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They are King Ram Khamhaeng (reigned 1279-1298) of the Sukhothai period, King Naresuan (1590-1605) and King Narai (1656-1688) of the Ayutthaya period, King Taksin (1767-1782) of the Thonburi period, and King Rama I (1782-1809), King Mongkut (18511868), and King Chulalongkorn (1868-1910) of the Rattanakosin period. They were designed by Thailand’s Fine Arts Department. His Majesty the King (King Rama IX) granted royal permission for the Royal Thai Army to build this park. He also gave this historical park the name “Rajabhakti Park,” which means the park built with the people’s loyalty to the institution of the monarchy. Rajabhakti Park is open to visitors every day, between 8:00 and 18.00 hours. No entrance free. You must follow cover your shoulders and knees – clothes are available to borrow.
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高尔夫和酒店
Tel: 092 434 7048 090 970 7552 Open: 08.00 am. - 10.30 pm.
The Market Cafe & Bar Hua Hin
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Farm to table
Live Music by Susan & Larry " Drink, Dine & Dance! "
Hua Hin Shopping Mall, Hua Hin Market Village 100 Soi Hua Hin 74/2 Tel: 092-984-8651 Tel: 092-536-6241
All live sports on 3 TV’s including 86-inch Opens daily from 8 a.m. – 2 a.m. We serve Thai & European food
“Pat’s Place”- Soi 94 (Opposite Nariwan Hotel)
Hua Hin Vegan Cafe & Wine Hua Hin Shopping Mall Tel: 032-510-640
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Tel. 061 813 9053 patsplace94@patsplace94.com
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Local golfers are often asked by newcomers or visitors what are the best regional golf courses to play. That’s not an easy question to answer; golf course conditions change as well as facilities and costs. Thus, our recommendation for golfers to visit during the period “Hua Hin & Cha-am Golf Festival 2019� is Majestic Creek Golf Club & Resort. Majestic Creek Golf Club Hua Hin & Resort is one of the most favourite golf courses among local golfers. The layout is criss-crossed by natural streams that add to the challenge, and indeed, the beauty of the course. It’s suitable for golfers of all levels, but low handicappers will enjoy the difficulty presented by several large water hazards. Majestic Creek Golf Club has been cut through the original jungle and follows the natural contours of the land, while this verdant landscape may not be as well-manicured as some of the other courses in Hua Hin, it nevertheless gives it a lovely natural feel. Most holes have water hazards, as well as excellent bunkering, which rewards precise shots. All visitors are welcome to come and play and why not make Majestic Creek your holiday base? Our up and coming ‘Stay and Play’ deals and long stay packages will be unbelievable value for money, so check them out and start planning your golfing break in this Golfer’s Paradise. Please call +66 (0)81-942-3619, email bookings@majesticcreekcc.com, or browse our website: www. majesticcreekcc.com to reserve for Green Fee. There will be a very warm welcome for you here at the Majestic Creek Golf Club and Resort and we look forward to seeing you soon.
BOOMERANGO™ Vana Nava Water Jungle
The Longest water slide in Thailand. Experience weightlessness as you shoot up and down the wall at up to 45 km. per hour before splashing down into a pool over 20 meters below! At 179 meters in length, this is the longest slide in Thailand.
BLACK SHEEP FARM
H u a H i n “A Fun Place to Visit for The Whole Family!�
Black Sheep Farm Hua Hin GPS. 12.537530, 99.835690 Entrance fee: 30 Baht for children and 50 Baht for adults Call: 095 798 2489
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Thai & English Breakfast & Thai massage Free food every Friday!
"Where Good Friends Have good Times" 9/58 Baan Samor Prong,Leab Kan Klong Rd,Hua Hin.
Tel.093 339 4593
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31 Rajabhakti Park Rajabhakti Park, located in Hua Hin, Prachuap Khiri Khan province, is a historically themed park honouring past Thai seven kings from the Sukhothai period to the current royal house of Chakri. The seven kings made great contributions to the country in each period of Thai history.
Tel. +66 (0) 86 369 3604
They are King Ram Khamhaeng (reigned 1279-1298) of the Sukhothai period, King Naresuan (1590-1605) and King Narai (1656-1688) of the Ayutthaya period, King Taksin (1767-1782) of the Thonburi period, and King Rama I (1782-1809), King Mongkut (1851-1868), and King Chulalongkorn (1868-1910) of the Rattanakosin period. They were designed by Thailand’s Fine Arts Department. His Majesty the King (King Rama IX) granted royal permission for the Royal Thai Army to build this park. He also gave this historical park the name “Rajabhakti Park,” which means the park built with the people’s loyalty to the institution of the monarchy. Rajabhakti Park is open to visitors every day, between 8:00 and 18.00 hours. No entrance free. You must follow cover your shoulders and knees – clothes are available to borrow.
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Open: 06:00 Am. -22:00 Pm.
Curtains & Blinds, Upholstery, Carpets, Outdoor Fabrics, Awnings, Sofas and More...
Tel: 032-522-255-118 (Call for Delivery)
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With over 20 years of experience, we always try to help you choose wisely what and where to buy when it comes to properties.
‘Talking Property’
Consultant Property at Hua Hin 112 HUA HINTel: TODAY, - 30 9199 November 2019 06416353
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Located in Khao Tao Free WiFi
Guests can enjoy the friendly environment and calm atmosphere.
All rooms have various designs and includes a flat-screen TV. Rooms are equipped with a private bathroom and free toiletries. Shopping centers and all the main Tourist attractions just only 10-15 mins from the hotel. 10 mins walk to the beach.
NARUCHON HOTEL Facebook: Naruchon hotel Tel: 086-308-5938 or 088-951-9515 Address: 105/11 Petchakasem Rd, Hua Hin
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PET TIME ANIMAL HOSPITAL Dog and Cat Hotel
Open daily 9.00 am.- 8.00 pm. Khao Tao, Huahin Please contact: 094-9342233 Facebook: @pettimehuahin Line: 0949342233, IG: Pettime_huahin E-mail: pettime.vet@gmail.com
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Zaithong Cafe Tel. +66 (0) 86 369 3604
83/124 Soi Mooban Khao Tao Tambon Nongkac, Amour Hua Hin
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Iron Pan
Tel. 088 175 1166
Mobile: +66 (0) 83 152 9989 E-mail: zaithongcafe@gmail.com Line-ID: juergenm009
ZAITHONG CAFE
Eatery Catering Cooking Class
Art of Massage อารท ออฟ มาสซาจ
We also offer - Car & Motorbike Rental - Taxi Service - Laundry & Dry-clean Service
❁ Boutique ❁ Home Acessories ❁ Artwork by Local Artists
Paknampran Beach Pranburi, Prachuab Khiri khan
+66 88 175 1166
A complete all-in-one café & restaurant located in Khao Tao area serving superb breakfast, lunch and dinner. With a cozy ambiance and its open air atmosphere, this café provides a unique palette of distinctive menu and healthy drinks. Initially, Zaithong has its own farm called the Zaithong HydroFarm (owned by a different owner) where they grow their own vegetables, herbs and other dairy products. Mr. Juergen Michel (owner of Zaithong Cafe) joined with HydroFarm and uses all the fresh and chemical-free products from the farm, right in their own backyard. Zaithong Café also has a special event every Friday evening with live music performed by local and foreign musicians. It’s a perfect jamming night for music lovers too!
Come to Zaithong Café and experience the difference in food and service…