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Pattaya has got a new Police Chief. Police Colonel Pravitr Shausang is the new Superintendent of Pattaya Police Station on the corner of Soi 9 and Pattaya Beach Road. Read more on Page 7
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PATTAYA PEOPLE TELEVISION – 24 HOURS A DAY
The only English speaking 24 hour a day local TV channel, Pattaya People Television is continuing to entertain and inform the Ex Pat community of Pattaya, plus many Thai locals who are known to regularly choose to watch this mainly English speaking channel. PPTV’s output is constantly being
smart phone, anytime, anywhere. Coming up in April are new features including Let’s Cook Thai, Nursing Homes in Pattaya, Property Updates, Bitcoin advice plus Barry Upton’s ‘Pattaya Stories’ series including a new four part interview with the ‘Global Gagster’ comedian and TV/film actor, Jeff
updated to provide a revised and even better schedule. The free Pattaya People app has been created so that the TV and radio stations can be accessed on your
Stevenson, and so much more, covering a diverse range of subjects here locally including some of the amazing attractions all around Pattaya which can now be
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enjoyed with a 50% discount using the Pattaya People Privilage Card. Kev-in-Thailand’s Vlogs are all about various aspects of living in Pattaya and cover subjects as diverse as ‘Retiring On A Budget’, ‘Going To Court’, ‘New Motorbike Laws’, ‘Cheap Jomtien Beach Front Apartments’, etc., etc.. The very popular ‘Yoga Pose Of The Day’ series with instructions
people for Barry to chat to for his ‘Pattaya Stories’ series or any other new features, please contact Pattaya People Media Group by e-mailing to info@pattayapeople.com. Big sponsors ‘Mixx nightclub’ and ‘Club Insomnia’ are always well featured with their infomercials lighting up the daily output. Also, look out for ‘Pattaya and Property Trader’ chief editor
from guru Diana Mountanous, sponsored by the Zen Cell Rejuvination Clinic, will continue with new excercises and postures intended to help health and flexibility. Strike a pose and get fit! Plus the weekly ‘Pattaya Ex Pats Club’ TV feature with interesting and, sometimes, vital info from the guest speakers that appear there. If you have any ideas for features or can recommend interesting
Gloria Jones have a cozy couch chat with Barry Upton as they delve into detail re- the currently released Pattaya Trader. Available now on Sophon cable around the clock and online at the ‘Pattaya People’ website www.pattayapeople.com Don’t forget to download the FREE ‘Pattaya People’ app so you can access the TV output on your handheld device, anytime and anywhere in the world.
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LET’S COOK THAI
Learn how to cook delicious dishes of Thai favorite food from a Master Chef at “Let’s Cook Thai” Cooking School located in Soi Welcome Town off Central Road near Sukhumvit Road. Master Chef Sheri is providing cooking classes in a central location of Pattaya in a fully airconditioned room. Individual work stations provide you with room to explore and create. There is also a small dining area
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where students and teacher all can come together and share the experience of cooking Thai food. Pricing: Each class runs for three hours, and involves learning how to cook four dishes. 1 class: 1,400 baht, 2 classes 2,500 baht and 5 classes 5,600 baht. To learn all the 20 dishes the “Let’s Cook Thai” have in their “curriculum” you must enrol for 5 classes morning or afternoon. Master Chef Sheri will carefully guide
you through the aspects of Thai cooking. Sheri is a highly-skilled chef and has traveled to many parts of the world allowing her to show her passion for Thai food. Time spend with Sheri will form an experience with a new sound appreciation for Thai cuisine. Contact 083-7169385 or 095-351-9307, email: info@letscookthai.net, website: www.letscookthai.net
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COINADVICE IN PATTAYA We clearly see that neither the right message is brought out nor enough awareness is created among educated people about the Blockchain and Crypto domain. The main focus at CoinAdvice Conference was to create the awareness and educate people about the various aspects of this industry. The conference witnessed experts who have navigated the transition from start-up to scale-up and have vast experience in designing the macro and micro-eco-
Centara Mirage Resort was the venue for the “Coinadvice Conference” held from 4 to 6 March 2019. The guest of honour representing the Pattaya Mayor at the opening ceremony was Khun Rattanachai Suttidechanai. CoinAdvice had a significant gathering of coin owners, more than 50 global journalists and 100+ speakers. The CoinAdvice Conference was covering everything from blockchain technical
discussions and tokenomics to crypto regulations and application of Blockchain. It also covered challenges faced in the implementation of blockchain in major industries including financial services and supply chain industries. The CoinAdvice Conference was sheding light on how the Blockchain and Crypto industry has taken a hit because of the bearish crypto market sentiment.
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nomic token design. They also shed light on the future of the crypto and digital assets in 2019. The conference witnessed an unprecedented agenda where a whole track was be given to crypto friendly governments who was showcasing their ecosystems and highlighting their respective blockchain initiatives. The conference witnessed an engaged audience of C-level financial services and enterprise tech executives, Coin Owners, ICO service providers, cloud pro-
viders, CEO’s from disruptive start-ups, government and policy leaders, venture capitalists, developers, startups, investors, media, and many more. The topics included: 1. EVOLUTION OF ICOS TO STOS 2. FUTURE OF TOKENECONOMICS 3. SIGNIFICANCE OF BLOCKCHAIN TECHNOLOGY IN IOT 4. BUSINESS INTEGRATION 5. REGULATORY JOURNEY FOR CRYPTOCURRENCY MARKET
SO FAR 6. DAICO MODEL 7. RE-INVENTING CLOUD WITH BLOCKCHAIN 8. BLOCKCHAIN TECHNOLOGY IMPLEMENTATION IN MAJOR INDUSTRIES 9. THE CONVERGENCE OF AI AND BLOCKCHAIN This conference featured speakers and crypto industry gurus sharing their perspective on vital and latest topics in the Blockchain industry related to the theme of the conference.
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Stephen Devereux 1. When did you arrive in Pattaya and what brought you here? First arrived in 2003 for Holiday. 2. Have you ever been an expatriate elsewhere? I lived and worked in England, Germany, Portugal and New York 3. What surprised you most about Pattaya? The city that never sleeps atmosphere 4. Friends are in Pattaya for a holiday - what must they absolutely see or do? My friends must go to Koh Lairn Island and Nong Nooch Gardens 5. What is your favorite Thai food? Cao pad kai chicken fried rice 6. What is never missing in your refrigerator? I am diabetic so always have insulin in fridge
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STEPHEN “STEVE” DEVEREUX is a well known Irish citizen living for many years in Pattaya and now the President of the Rotary Club of Pattaya. Steve has been on the forefront to support and organize many charitable projects. He is also one of the founders of the Saint Patrick’s Day Parade, now a yearly Pattaya event. 7. What is your favorite Thai word? Paiyayam (try) 8. What do you miss the most from home? Cool air bacon and cabbage dinner 9. What career other than yours would you love to pursue? Very Happy to do what I am doing
12. Where do you hope to spend your next one? Kho Samed
17. Morning person or night person? Morning
13. What was your favorite band, film, or hobby as a teen? Way of the dragon (bruce lee)
18. Which social issue do you feel most strongly about? Honesty and Curtisy are very important to me
14. Apart from temptation what can’t you resist? The desert buffet at the Hilton Lunch
19. What area do you like most, Pattaya city or Nongprue (the Dark Side)? Pattaya city early morning is a beautiful place to be
10. What’s a job you would definitely never want? Doctor
15. Red wine or white? Neither
11. Where did you spend your last vacation? At home in Ireland
16. Book or movie? Am an avid reader and just love a book
20. What would you say is your personal motto? Be truely greatful for the things you have in life including life itself
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THAI GARDEN RESORT BUFFET
This month we get an opportunity to visit the updated and expanded Thai Garden Buffet. It is located on Pattaya Nua opposite Terminal 21. When you enter it is a veritable oasis in the city of Pattaya. Set around one of the biggest resort pools in Pattaya, this buffet offers and incredibly variety of choices. By my count over 50 items of appetizers, main
courses, salads, soups and of course many more deserts to try. At just 499 Baht, it is a great value. Even better buy 6 get one free and old coupons still work!!! Plenty of choices for vegans as well. Every night offers a different buffet. Monday: Italian Buffet Tuesday: BBQ
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Wednesday: Roasted Duck Thursday: German Buffet with Roasted Pig Friday: Asian Specialities Saturday: International Foods Sunday: Steaks and Skewers We visited on a Friday night and they were kind enough to add the roasted duck to the Asian specialties. So many choices from Korea, Thailand, China, Japan, Malaysia and Indonesia. The two white fish offerings had delicious sauces. The beef bulgogi and chicken rending side by side were quite tasty. Of course had the roasted duck as a soup as a rare treat. There were a variety of
pastas and veggies that were looking great but I had to save room for desert. Had pork tonktsu, red curry, seamed fish in saffron sauce, and of course Thai chili fish. After all this I paid a visit to the deserts selection. Two flavors of ice cream, strawberry and pear pies, chocolate cake but skipped the bother of making a crepe. They have a roving three piece band and when they visited our table all we could think of to ask for was elvis’ blue suede shoes and La Bamba. Credible job, YOU come bettered prepared for requests! Best value in Pattaya!
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PATTAYA PEOPLE Office address: 20/15-16 M. 10, Soi Pattaya People off South Pattaya Road, Pattaya City
HONORARY ADVISORS General Saiyud Kerdpol Lt. Gen. Suchinda Suthiphong Lt. Gen. Chatchai Tammaraksah Khunying Tidarat Tammaraksah Lt. Gen. Padoongsaak Padoongnoradaid Khun Sansak Ngampiches Khun Chanyut Hengtrakool Dr. Sanya Viravaidya Khun Atthapon Palkavong Na Ayudhaya Khun Sanga Kitsamrej Khun Niran Wattanasartsatorn Khun Poonpol Kamuttira Khun Namchai Devi Khun Sema Jongchaiyo Khun Surat Mekavarakul Khun Piyatidar Mahapiyanon Khun Bruno C. Keller
Tel.: 0-3842-7585, 0-3842-0707 Fax: 0-3842-9773 Email: info@pattayapeople.com Website: www.pattayapeople.com
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Khun Somchai Khunplume Khun Ittipol Khunplume Khun Ronakit Ekkasingh Khun Wutisak Rermkitkarn Khun Verawat Khakhay Khun Wattana Chantanawaranon Pol. Col. Dhamnoon Munkong Pol. Col. Suttisak Wantee Pol. Col. Supachai Phuykaeokam Pol. Col. Nanthavut Suwanlaong Pol. Col. Sakrapi Piewpanich Pol. Col. Chusak Panusamphorn Pol. Col. Chaiyot Varakjunkiat Pol. Col. Suwan Chiewnawintawat Pol. Col. Chanapat Nawaruk Pol. Col. Jittapon Thongcumvun Pol. Lt. Col. Aroon Promphan
Office Manager: Khun Tawanya Kantasoponsakul Editorial Advisor: Khun Dusit Chusak Cross Media Production Manager: Khun Nawalak Waralert Legal Advisors: Khun Suthipong Trakulsak Reception: Khun Suwanna Tochai Massenger: Khun Prasit Yuenyong
NEW PATTAYA POLICE CHIEF Police Colonel Pravitr Shausang, the new Superintendent of Pattaya Police Station on the corner of Pattaya Beach Road and Soi 9, welcomed Niels Colov, Chairman of Pattaya People Media Group and his team to his office, for everyone to introduce themselves. Mr Colov is also the Commander of the ‘Foreign Police Assistants’ that is serving in the Pattaya Police Station for about 16 years, but also are present in Walking Street, Nongprue Police Station and Najomtien Police Station. Mr. Colov presented Colonel Pravitr with a King Rama 5 image and wished him well in the challenging job as Pattaya Police Chief.
ROTARY SAVE A CHILD’S EYES PROJECT
In 2018 the Rotary Club of Pattaya began a Rotary Dream Box project whereby students could write down their dreams and sev-
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eral businesses would help financially to make these a reality. The club was shocked when over 800 students requested what most of
us would consider as needs not wants. Requests for shoes, uniforms, stationary and glasses began to flood in, with 73 students requesting glasses in the first 2 months of the project. In 2019 we already have 72 children requesting glasses and we still have another 6 local Thai school yet to assess the needs. The process involves asking the students and teachers to identify those who potentially need glasses. These children are then given a preliminary eye test using a simple eye chart by the Hand to Hand Foundation. These results are then passed onto Dr. Bu from Pattaya Optical who assesses which students need further examination. These children receive letters requesting their
parents to take them to the Pattaya Optical shop where a thorough examination is done by fully trained optometrists. Those students who would benefit from glasses are then placed on a list of needy students which is considered by the ‘Save A Child’s Eyes’ project. Each pair costs 700 baht which is approximately ¼ of the cost of the glasses. An evening of food, fun and entertainment was held at the Loft Pub in January where over 100 000 baht was raised to purchase glasses through the ‘Save a Child’s Eyes’ project. If you would like to know more about the project or contribute please contact Margie at handtohandpattaya@yahoo.com.
MONKS BLESS NEW HOTEL Pattaya has got a new hotel, it is called BOUTIQUE BRAVO and is located in Soi 17 on the back side of the Boutique City Hotel. On 15.
and his wife Patsanan Colov was invited. In the Thai tradition food was presented to the monks who sprinkles holy water on every-
March in the morning nine monks from the Chai Mongkol Temple on South Pattaya Road came to chant in a Buddhist ceremony to give good luck to the new hotel as well as the Boutique City Hotel including management and staff of both hotels. Miss Thiranan Droengdrajitakul, the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the hotel group presided over the ceremony with the Boutique City Hotel General Manager Mr. Chayan Mong-kolkonrasad. As VIP guests Chairman of Pattaya People Media Group Niels Colov
one attending and gold folio was placed on the sign of the new Boutique Bravo Hotel.
WE ARE LOOKING FOR CONDOS, HOUSES AND LAND for rent or for sale. Please contact
Pooky: 092-065-1436
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EARLY VOTING The general election will be taking place nationwide on Sunday 24th March, but for those who are unable to vote that day early voting took place around the country a week earlier on the seventeenth. The Redemptorist Technological College for People with Disabili-
ties was one location in Pattaya where a long line formed early morning with students, past and present, lining up to vote. The disability lobby is big, loud and influential. Politicians are well aware that people living with a disability will no longer be easily influenced. They don’t want to
NEW BUSINESS SURGE New Business Registrations Surge as 2019 Begins The Director-General of the Department of Business Development, Mr Wuti Kraiweeraphan, revealed an extreme growth in new businesses for January in Thailand, compared to the previous month and the same month last year. Factors that Mr. Wuti accounted for this were investment promotion by the Thai government, expanding influence of
online trade, and increased need for logistics support. More New Business Registrations, Less Business Dissolutions In January 2019, 7,311 new companies were registered, compared to 4,102 in December 2018, up 78%. When compared to the 6,965 registrations in January 2018, the increase was 5%, but still significant overall. More importantly, the number of dissolutions decreased from 5,511 in
December 2018 to only 1,401 in January. The 75% decrease is a positive indication for the investment environment in Thailand. The EEC Leads in New Business Registrations Much of the increase in new businesses is located in the Eastern Economic Corridor, or EEC, and
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hear promises, they want to see action. No longer will they be treated as inferior and as second class citizens, today they want, demand, to be treated as equals
in society. Politicians should be suitably warned that broken and forgotten promises will not be overlooked.
geoned beyond Bangkok, with a healthy chunk coming from foreign investment from Japan, Singapore, and China. Although these regions have seen elevated capital investment, doubling from the previous month, there has been an overall decrease countrywide. Nevertheless, registered capital is only one economic indicator, and it cannot be overshadowed by the rise in total businesses established across Thailand. Transportation and Logistics Move into the Top Three With the expansion of investment across the EEC and SEC, it makes sense that the top three sectors for new business registrations in
ing factor for the increase in these sectors. B-Accounting Can Support Your Business in Thailand With such an optimistic start to 2019, having more businesses operating in Thailand does mean increased competition among all players. So, the Department of Business Development predicts that the total number of business registrations in Thailand for 2019 will be about the same as 2018 at about 70,000. Nevertheless, this will not stop government investment promotion and incentives to encourage growth across all sectors, as there are many factors, globally and locally, that will affect whether a business is es-
Thailand were general construction, real estate, and transportation and logistics. Construction and real estate were already in the top two, but transportation and logistics enters the top three for the first time, bumping down restaurant and food service business registrations. Furthermore, the EEC itself saw mainly service, wholesale and retail trade, and production operations established, as well as warehousing and logistics businesses. Mr. Wuti explained that the growth of online business, which has led to a greater demand for such services, as a driv-
tablished in Thailand. At B-Accounting, we are committed to helping our clients ensure their businesses run smoothly and successfully. We offer a range of services including financial and paralegal, so we can also assist in opening businesses in Thailand as well. Are you interested in taking advantage of the excellent economic environment in Thailand by opening a business here? Ask for a quote by phone at +66 (0)2 234 4889 (available in both Thai and English) or on our website at https://www.baccounting.com
extending to the recently established Southern Economic Corridor. By offering tax and other incentives for businesses in such areas as Chachaengsao, Chonburi, and Rayong to the east and Ranong, Surat Thani, and Chumpon to the south, investment in new operations have bur-
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DINNER PARTY WITH ADMIRAL The head of the Royal Thai Navy for Region 1 (Eastern Seaboard) Vice-Admiral Banjob Pohdaeng, hosted a dinner party at the five star CLASSIC CAMEO hotel in Rayong. Pattaya People Media Group Chairman Niels Colov and his wife joined with good friend former Pattaya City Councillor Khun Ponpol Kamutira to get to know the admiral for future good relations, a lovely and very friendly man indeed. Region 1 of the Royal Thai Navy includes Chonburi, Rayong, Chantaburi and Trat provinces.
PATTAYA INTERNATIONAL CHURCH Sunday Morning English Service 10.30am. Everyone welcome. 21/1 Soi 61 Sukhumvit Road, Central Pattaya. Pastor Daniel Krynauw. 089 235 8912 or 038 231 104. REDEMPTORIST CENTER Sunday Eucharistic Mass in Thai at 8.30am. English at 10am in the Mahatai Chapel. 086 417 5245.
ST. GEORGE’S PATTAYA Anglican/Episcopal. Sunday: 3pm. Modern English Service. Redemptorist Chapel Father Ray foundation, Sukhumvit Road. Fr. David : 084 070 5258. ST. NIKOLAUS CHURCH Masses and Services in English. Saturday:6pm.Sunday: 8.30am & 4pm. Sukhumvit Road, near Pattaya Klang. Pastor: 038 422 290. Keeper: 038 716 401. SRIRACHA ADVENTIST CHURCH Every Saturday at 10am. 10/11-13 Kao Kilo Road, Moo 3, T. Surasak, A. Sriracha. Pastor Rianthong: 082 235002 or contact Sudung: 084 7257552. ENCOUNTER CHURCH Sunday at 10am at Royal Twins Palace Hotel (opposite Marriott Resort on Second Road). Pastors Fred and Dianne Doell: 086 688 5367 GERMAN PROTESTANT CHURCH Church-services in German language every second and fourth Sunday of the month at 11 am. Begegnungszentrum (Meeting Center) Naklua, Pattaya-Naklua Road between Soi 13 and 11 (little street before 7/11 to “Borussia Park”). Pastor: 0965382865; Website: bzpattaya.wordpress.com
EVERY FRIDAY! Pattaya Expats Club have their meeting every Friday at 11.00 am. buffet from 10am, at Mercure Hotel, Pattaya Soi 15, off Pattaya 2nd Road. Information: 081 001 6372 The P.E.C. Trademark, ‘Palm Shadow’ is Copyright property owned exclusively by PEC Co. Ltd.
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A VERY SAD DAY Danish Niels Pedersen, have past away during a short holiday in Chiangmai. Many friends and his family will miss him a lot. He was a great human being always helping other people. Niels was the owner of the Bayleaves guest house in Soi Welcome off Jomtien Beach Road, and he lived here in Pattaya for many years. The funeral cremation took place on Monday 4. March at Wat Kantanaram opposite Pattaya City School no. 7 on Sukhumvit Road in Pattaya. May he rest In Peace.
OBITUARY
BOB LINDBORG MAY 1944 – FEBRUARY 2019 Bob had had health problems for some time which restricted his golfing activities. Recently he had spent time in hospital but when he knew the end was near he insisted on going home to be with his family. Sadly his daughter, Paula who had come from the UK, was unable to stay for his funeral due to her having some urgent family health concerns, but which was attended by a number of his golfing and Thai friends and his regular caddies. Bob left word for his friends to have a drink in his memory and some 15 of us did on Wednesday 27th the day of his
funeral, at Retox Outback. Bob had lived here for over 20 years, was a keen golfer and had served as Treasurer to the Pattaya Sports Club Committee on two separate occasions. . It is times like this we learn more about the past so what of his life before Thailand? Born in Jetburg NE England, he had a sister Betty and 2 daughters Paula and Joanne, he was a very accomplished chess player being selected to represent his county and was a keen supporter of both Newcastle United and Blythe Spartans. He was invited around 1970 to
DANISH VISITOR For the people of Denmark there is one name from the world of show business that is known in all households, and known to the young and old alike. Johnny Reimar has been entertaining the Danes for over fifty years, first as a member of The Cliffters, who released their first album in 1961.
join and manage a company that made coat hangers! When he joined they made some 5 million and 30 years later when he retired it had risen to 400 million! Prior to coming to Pattaya he had travelled extensively and his daughter believes he had flown from 81 airports! I leave the last words from his daughter Paula. ‘My genuine thanks and heartfelt gratitude goes to all his mates – and Lamud for making his life a happy one. He was a great Dad.’ Nigel Cannon
money and donated it to three local Pattaya charities; the Father Ray Foundation, Pattaya Orphanage and the Child Protection & Development Center. Making a recent visit to Pattaya his first stop was to the Father Ray Foundation where he was welcomed by Father Peter. He also visited the Redemptorist Foundation for People with Disabilities and the Father Ray Fay Care Center, where the younger children danced to one of Johnny’s biggest hits, Skille’n Fest’, translated to ‘What a party’.
But Johnny is more famous as a solo singer, and well as a guitarist and producer. But while he is known for his numerous hit records, his concerts and as a television host, he is known to many here in Pattaya for his charity work. For many years Johnny was a board member of the Danish Pattaya Foundation, which raised
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BEER HUBB @ SOI BUAKHAO Pattaya People visited this new place. We were impressed with the interior and had a long talk with the owners who told us about their very large selection of beers including craft beers, but the place also serve quality food at very reasonable prices. We definitely will be back trying out some of the dishes on the extensive menu card. Beer Hubb is located near the Bangkok Bank on Soi Buakhao.
YOGA FESTIVAL
The “7th International Yoga Festival” will take place from 25. to 26. May 2019 at Pattaya City School number 8 or the “:Chaimongkol School” on South Pattaya Road near the traffic light of Secound Road and South Pattaya Road. It will be jointly organized by “SGS International Yoga Foundation College & Research Center” in India and the “Yoga Yatra company” in Pattaya, and will bve supported by the Thailand Yoga Sports Federation.
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The festival will feature workshops, cultural events and various competitions for all ages and various skills levels of yoga. The Founder president of the International Yoga Festival Dr, M. Niranjana Murthy and local coorganizer Master Rajeev Tomar visited the Pattaya People Media Group office to inform Mr. Niels Colov the Chairman of the media group about the festival and to secure an agreement with PPMG being the media partner of the festival. Further information about the Yoga Festival can be obtained by contacting email: sgsyogafoundation@gmail.com
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Pattaya City Hall: (North Pattaya Road) Tel.: 0-3825-3100 Pattaya City Call Center: 1337
Health Department: (Soi Buakhaow) Tel.: 0-3842-0823, 0-3842-0562 North Star Library: (Sukhumvit Highway) Tel.: 0-3871-6755 Pattaya Post Office: (Soi Post Office) Tel.: 0-3842-9341 Banglamung Post Office: (Sawang Fa Road) Tel.: 0-3842-8225 Jomtien Post Office: (Soi 5, Jomtien Beach Road) Tel.: 0-3823-1944 Fire Brigade Pattaya: Tel.: 0-3842-4678-9 Fire Brigade Naklua: Tel.: 199, 0-3822-1000, 0-3822-1666 Pattaya Expats Club: Friday meetings 11.30 AM (buffet from 10am) at Mercure Hotel Pattaya Soi 15 off, Second Road Tel.: 081 001 6372 Email: contact@pattayaexpatsclub.info Website: www.pattayaexpatsclub.info Pattaya Train Station: (Siam Country Club Road) Tel.: 0-3842-9285
Rotary Club of Pattaya Monday meetings 19.00 PM at Town-in-Town Hotel, Central Road Tel.: 08 9911 1199
Lost or Stolen Credit Cards: American Express Bangkok: Tel.: 0-2273-5544, 0-2273-5522 Diners Club: Tel.: 0-2238-3660, 0-2232-4111 Master Card: Tel.: 0-2232-2484, 0-2260-8572 Visa Card: Tel.: 0-2252-2212, 0-2263-2094 Thomas Cook: Tel.: 0-2256-2816/9 Hospitals: Bangkok Hospital Pattaya: (Sukhumvit Road) Tel.: 0-3825-9911, 0-3842-7751/5 Emergency: 0-3825-9999 Banglamung Hospital: Tel.: 0-3841-1551-2 Pattaya International Hospital: (Soi 4, Second Road) Tel.: 0-3842-8374/5, 0-3810-3900 Emergency: 0-3842-7575 Pattaya Memorial Hospital: (Second Road) Tel.: 0-3842-9422/4 Pattaya city Hospital : Tel.0-3810-3900
Electricity Pattaya: Tel.: 0-3842-6463, 0-3842-8502 Electricity Banglamung: Tel.: 0-3822-1007 Garbage Collection: Tel.: 0-3842-9494 Water Works Pattaya: Tel.: 0-3822-2461-5 Water Works Banglamung: Tel.: 0-3822-1463
Thai Airways International (Beach Road, Dusit Resort) Tel.: 0-3842-0995/7 U-Tapao International Airport Tel.: 03824-5595
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Pattaya Police Station: (Corner of Soi 9 and Beach Road) Tel.: 191, 0-3842-9325, 0-3842-0802/5, 08 2799 9111 Banglamung Police Station: (Sukhumvit Highway) Tel.: 0-3822-1801, 0-3822-1331, 0-3822-2100 Nongprue Police Station: Tel.: 0-3824-9843 Immigration Police: (Soi 5, Jomtien Beach Road) Tel.: 0-3825-2751-4 Hotline: 1178 Tourist Police: (Phratamnak Road, near Jogging Park) Tel.: 1155, 0-3842-5937, 0-3842-9371 Highway Police: (Sukhumvit Highway, near South Pattaya Road) Tel.: 0-3839-2001, 0-3842-5440, 1169 Marine Police: Tel.: 0-3842-3666
Bus Station: (North Pattaya Road) Tel.: 0-3823-1142 Pattaya Van (South Pattaya) Tel.: 08-2796-4417-8
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Major Cineplex: (2 nd Floor The Avenue Pattaya, Second Road) Tel.: 0-3805-2227 SF Cinema City: (3rd Floor, Central Center Pattaya - Big C) Tel.: 038-361-500 SFX Cinema: (6th Floor, Central Festival Pattaya Beach) Tel.: 033-003-555 On-line Hotel reservation: www.hotelhotprice.com Best room rates in Pattaya. TAT (Tourism Authority of Thailand): Tel.: 0-3842-8750, 0-3842-9113 Emergencies: Sawangboriboon South Pattaya Tel.: 0-3822-2474, 0-3848-8882, 1669 Alcoholics Anonymous 0845648479
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7 Brutal (6) 8 Taken aback (6) 9 Flower holder (4) 10 Hides out (8) 11 Spread out randomly, like seed (7) 13 Perfect (5) 15 Cheerful (5) 17 Placed crosswise (7) 20 Decorative item (8) 21 A typeface with thick heavy lines (4) 23 Have faith or confidence in, rely on (6) 24 Frothy drinks of milk and flavoring (6)
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1 Volcanic output (4) 2 Most secure (6) 3 Childhood illness (7) 4 Dislikes very much (5) 5 Required (6) 6 Lower, make less (8) 12 Fruits with a single hard stone (8) 14 From Britain (7) 16 Bellowed (6) 18 Underground (6) 19 Requirements (5) 22 Untruths (4)
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Movies Star recommended rating and all Synopsis are from the www.movieseer.com.
Movie’s Showtime might be changed without prior notice. Program Dates: April 2019 SHAZAM!
A DOG’S WAY HOME
SNOW FLOWER
BERLIN, I LOVE YOU
Summary: We all have a superhero inside us, it just takes a bit of magic to bring it out. A boy is given the ability to become an adult superhero in times of need with a single magic word. Release Date 04 April 2019
Summary: A dog travels 400 miles in search of her owner. Release Date 04 April 2019
Summary: Miyuki Hirai has always been physically weak, even as a child. One day, she receives a terminal diagnosis stating that she’ll be dying soon. Miyuki Hirai still dreams of going to Finland to see the Northern Lights. Release Date 04 April 2019
Summary: Latest installment of the Cities of Love franchise (Paris, je t’aime / New York, I Love You / Rio, Eu Te Amo), this collective feature-film is made of ten stories of romance set in the German capital. Release Date 04 April 2019
HELLBOY
FIVE FEET APART
PET SEMATARY
THE QUEEN’S CORGI
THE CURES OF THE WEEPING WOMAN
MORE THAN BLUE
Summary: Based on the graphic novels by Mike Mignola, Hellboy, caught between the worlds of the supernatural and human, battles an ancient sorceress bent on revenge. Release Date 11 April 2019
Summary: A pair of teenagers with lifethreatening illnesses meet in a hospital and fall in love. Release Date 11 April 2019
Summary: Louis Creed, his wife Rachel and their two children Gage and Ellie move to a rural home where they are welcomed and enlightened about the eerie ‘Pet Sematary’ located near their home. Release Date 11 April 2019
Summary: “The Queen’s Corgi” is about the adventure of Rex, the British monarch’s most beloved dog. During his epic journey to return to the queen, Rex falls in love and discovers his true self. Release Date 11 April 2019
Summary: Ignoring the eerie warning of a troubled mother suspected of child endangerment, a social worker and her own small kids are soon drawn into a frightening supernatural realm. Release Date 18 April 2019
Summary: Cream, a bright personality with a dark streak somehow manages to make a connection with the secretive K. As high school classmates. K is hesitant to reveal his illness because he does not want to hurt Cream by leaving her alone. Release Date 18 April 2019
THE UNTHINKABLE
FIGHTING WITH MY FAMILY
UNDER THE SILVER LAKE
AVENGERS ENDGAME
OKKO’S INN
THE WORLD IS YOURS
Summary: In Swedish film collective Crazy Pictures feature “Den blomstertid nu kommer” Sweden faces a mysterious attack while Alex tries to reunite with his youth love, Anna. Release Date 18 April 2019
Summary: A former wrestler and his family make a living performing at small venues around the country while his kids dream of joining World Wrestling Entertainment. Release Date 18 April 2019
Summary: Sam, intelligent but without purpose, finds a mysterious woman swimming in his apartment’s pool one night. The next morning, she disappears. Sam sets off across LA to find her, and along the way he uncovers a conspiracy far more bizarre. Release Date 18 April 2019
Summary: The plot is yet to be revealed. Will be the fourth installment of the ‘Avengers’ series. Release Date 24 April 2019
Summary: After losing her parents in a car accident, Okko starts living in the countryside with her grandmother who runs a traditional Japanese inn. While she prepares to be the next owner of the inn, Okko can somehow see friendly ghosts. Release Date 25 April 2019
Summary: A small-time dealer dreams of another life but can’t afford it. To escape, he must accept one last job involving Spain, drugs, the Illuminati and his overbearing mother. Release Date 01 May 2019
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TRADEMARK IN THAILAND
When looking to submit an application to register a trademark we will always have the chance to check first if there are trademarks that are similar to ours. The registration officer at the Intellectual Property Department will check your trademark application to see if it is valid, this process can take up to but no more than one year if it is successful. A more realistic time frame is around three months
for approval; this can be hastened by sending our staff three days to a week to help check with the Intellectual Property Department. The way we do this is constantly trying to find similar trademarks focusing on the appropriate fields; for example if we are trying to register a trademark for a jewelry product, we will try to find other similar trademarks. But on our experience similar trademarks are
usually in unrelated fields of business and as such we can argue that as they are unrelated it should be approved. If our application is found to be the same or too similar to another trademark then the registration officer will order the application to be rejected as per section 12 of Thai Trademark Law. If we disagree with the verdict of the officer then we have the right to appeal the decision for up to thirty days, starting from the date that you receive the letter from the registry officer. Sometimes we find that the name we plan to register for our trademark is similar to the name of a type of trademark, for example having the brand name as Rolex and the type or model name as Viva Dolce. The trademark we are trying to register is only Viva Dolce and thus it is considered similar and can be rejected, what we must do is appeal and then explain to the officer the difference and how they are not the same which should en-
able it to be passed. Sometimes the wording on a trademark is considered a common word and you cannot register the trademark without allowing other parties to also use those words. An easy example is Pizza Hut, with both words considered common they have to give consent for other parties to use these words, which is why you will always see other names associated with pizza such as Pizza Company or Pizza Mania. Whenever you wish you to register a trademark
it is always best to check beforehand to ease the process, an easy way is to hire a lawyer to check for you if there are any similar trademarks. Don’t think that the process can be done easily and by anyone, you may have to wait a long time, many even years and then you may still not be successful and get the trademark papers in your hands granting you full ownership. LAWYER COMMENT: I recommend that for a service like this you should always use profession-
als please hire people that have experience in this filed as it requires knowledge of special laws. By doing this you will save yourself a lot of problems as well as a lot of time and money. This field of law requires specialist’s information and experience, by having that at your advantage you will not find yourself in the waiting list for long. If you have any questions of queries feel free to contact us. To contact the Lawyer please call: 08-9911-1199 or email: info@pattayapeople.com
5TH STUDIO CAR DETAILING If you want the very best detailing, wash or wrapping of your car the “5th Studio” is the place to visit, it is located on Sukhumvit Road just before the North Pattaya Road traffic light if you come from Pattaya towards Chonburi. They specialize in wrap paint protection, film coating, ceramic guard, and premium coating technology. They have an excellent after service and a good reputation with 10 years doing business in Pattaya in two different branches. For further information please call 099-1175551 or 081-930-6860. Check out their website: www.fifthstudiothailand.com
SAMBA NIGHT
Enjoy a grilled Seafood and BBQ buffet and live Samba dance show at “Flames” restaurant of Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya in our promotion “Samba Night Fridays” buffet spread every Friday night from 18.30 – 22.30 hrs, priced at only THB 1,199++ for adult and half price for children under 12 years of age. You will find us on the beachfront of Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya. Call us on (038) 301 234 for your reservation.
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SAINT PATRICK’S DAY PARADE Again this year the Irish community and the Father Ray Foundation supported by Pattaya City Hall and many other organizations and businesses organized the very popular “St. Patrick’s Day Parade” in Pattaya on St. Patrick’s Day Sunday 17. March. The Guest of honor was the Irish Ambassador to the Kingdom of Thailand His Excellency Tony Cottee and Deputy Mayor Ronnakit Eakasing representing Pattaya Mayor Sonthaya Khunplome. The St. Patrick’s Day Parade started in 2011 by the Irish community, led by Mr. Derrick Kane, an Irish expat and a regular fixture in the Pattaya community. The goal has always been to showcase the Irish culture and have a good time doing it. Since the first year Father Ray
Foundation has been its’ partner spreading the Irish spirit, all for the good cause of helping the needy of Pattaya. All the proceeds from the St. Patrick’s Day Parade go towards caring for and edu-
cating over 850 underprivileged children and students with disabilities. Each year the celebration grows, attracting more parade goers, floats, marching bands and crowds revelling in the
fun. Over the last 7 years, over 5.5 million baht has been raised for Father Ray Foundation. The Irish Society of Pattaya plans on making the coming year’s parades bigger and better than ever.
STRETCHING FOR A LIFETIME
The benefits of intensive or guided stretching after spinal fusion, back surgery or chronic low back pain. Supine Lumbar Flexion is the right choice after your low back
surgery. You should start with gentle back flexion daily exercises from your doctor or physical therapist. Start as soon as you feel well enough to move and af-
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ter the healing process has occurred. Back flexion exercises can help safely stretch your low back muscles. They can also be used to gently stretch the scar tissue
in your low back from the surgical If you suffer from chronic low back pain or have had back surgery, start by walking (the lowest im-
pact for weight) with ntensive, but guided stretching. This helps to improve blood ow throughout your body, will bring in oxygen and nutrients o your spinal muscles and tissues as they heal after surgery, Walking with guided daily stretching or (bi-weekly intensive stretching) also helps to improve your cardiovascular health, keeping your heart and lungs Walking is a great low-impact exercise because it avoids unwanted motion to the spine and actually aides in bone fusion (growth). So yes, you can still be a very active person after spinal fusion surgery! You should know, though, that your spine may feel stiffer after your surgery and even after your fusion heals. 5 of the
most important benefits of stretching: Reduced muscle tension, Increased range of movement in the joints, enhanced muscular coordination, improves your posture, reduce stress and body aches. Stretching is the deliberate lengthening of muscles in order to increase muscle flexibility and joint range of motion. Stretching activities are an important part of any exercise or rehabilitation program. They help warm the body up prior to activity, thus decreasing the risk of injury as well as muscle soreness. For immediate help and assistance in guided or intensive stretching, contact Diana Mountanos at the above number or visit: dianamountanos.com
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NEW MAN IN TOWN
This year we have several changes to the management of the Foundation, including a new President. Father Paul Sukhum will be taking on the position of President
of the Father Ray Foundation from Father Peter, who has been with us for the past eight years. Father Peter is not moving too far, he’s staying in Pattaya, and his new
office is just across the road. He will now be President of the Redemptorist Foundation for People with Disabilities, overseeing all our projects which are help-
ing and supporting people with disabilities. There is also a new priest overseeing the children’s projects, the Children’s Home, the Children’s Village and the Day Care
Center. Father Prasit is his name, and we hope he is ready to be the father of several hundred children. All three priests have known each other for many years as they were
all classmates when they were young boys in the seminary. Welcome also to Father Thanu, who will be in charge of all the finances and accounts.
SOULED OUT The Pattaya Soul Club that was founded 8 years ago on 9. March again organized a wonderful evening with lots of “Northern Soul music” and all the tunes from the Motown era. The venue this time was the Miami Club on Pattaya Walking Street. Lots of people showed up to dance the night away and to support charitable activities by paying each 500 baht but in return enjoy a two hours free flow of wine, soft drinks and San Migel beer. All proceeds went to the “Baan Jing Jay Orphanage”. A big thanks goes to Eva and her team organizing this great event.
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INDIAN WEDDING
Denis Thouvard (right), General Manager of Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya along with Sasithorn Poolsawatdi (left), Assistant Director of Sales were warmly welcomed with a bouquet of flowers to Siddharth Pahwa (2nd left) and family came to celebrate a wonder and romantic wedding ceremony at hotel recently.
AFTERNOON TEA The Cabin – Artisan bakery at New Nordic Pattaya property has launched new promotion for bakery lover. Our pastry chef created a wonderful afternoon tea set and choose the quality pastry product. Take a pleasure in different selection of fresh baked Banaffe tart, strawberry tart, strawberry choux cream and cotton cheese cake. Enjoy your afternoon time with your friends and family with us, special offer 3 selections of bakery with coffee or tea is only THB 120 net. Available from 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm daily at The Cabin – Artisan bakery located on the ground floor at New Nordic Macus 3 Pratumnak hill, Pattaya.
The Cabin also offers variety of bread and bakery includes catering or take home for special occasion such as birthday cake, anniversary or any celebration
BLIND SCHOOL SUPPORT Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya led by Denis Thouvard (Centre), Area General Manager along with the management team and staff hotel donated re-use paper, Flip top of bottle, 2nd hand product and lunch host at Pattaya Blind Man School (Photisarn Naklua 16), recently.
FATHER RAY FOUNDATION
Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya led by Denis Thouvard (4th right), Area General Manager helped raise and present THB 26,029.50 to Father Peter Pattarapong Srivorakul (4th left), President of the Father Ray Foundation to show their support for disadvantaged children. The contribution was raised as a part of the Christmas Tree Lighting 2018 and the resort’s 9 year Anniversary of support for the Charity. event. For more information and order please contact 06 4989 2652 or e-mail: bakery@newnordicgroup.com
BURN OUT GUESTHOUSE
ZULU FAMILY CLUB
Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya, which has for the past four years been ranked by TripAdvisor as the number one family hotel in Thailand, is opening two new attractions that will provide an enhanced experience for guests with children. The first of these, Zulu Family Club, has just opened and is for registered Club Mirage Rooms & Suites guests only. Zulu Family Club includes a dedicated kids’ buffet, juice and softdrink bar, different activity zones, an extensive play area with games and the exciting Lost World Slide, a fully enclosed 10-metre high slide that gives a thrilling but safe ride for the youngsters. Zulu Family Club is staffed with professional child minders, allowing the moms and dads to get a little extra me-time. The second family attraction will open at the beginning of June with the children-centric Lost World Adventure Land, on the edge of
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the resort’s jungle waterpark. Both of the new attractions will add to the resort’s international reputation as the only fully themed
hotel in Pattaya, being designed to a Lost World theme, and set directly on its own beachfront. Guests travelling with children under the age of 16 and staying in the Club Mirage Rooms & Suites are invited to join in the fun at Zulu Family Club, located on the Lobby floor, any day between 7:00 hours until 22:00 hours.
Club Mirage Rooms & Suites provide exclusive personalised butler service that serves continental breakfast, midday soup, afternoon tea, pre-dinner cocktails, and postdinner service. Tea, coffee, soft drinks and juices are available throughout the day. Guests in these rooms also receive complimentary laundry for two pieces per room per day, 10 percent discount on treatments at Spa Cenvaree, and free internet access in the room and throughout the hotel. The Lost World Adventure Land will occupy the former site of Ginger & Lime restaurant, and as a new
Owners Flemming Borvang from Denmark and his Thai fiancé Khun Yupaporn Linthong had a big party at their “Burn Out Guesthouse” located in Soi 4 off
Phratamnak Road. Nine monks performed prayers for the establishment and the many guests was treated to a grand buffet and entertainment. The party was also
a celebration of Khun Yupaporn’s 40th Birthday and her engagement to Mr. Flemming. Burn Out Guesthouse 093-012-3806.
activity haven for kids will include features ranging from cookery and arts and crafts, through to trampolines, zip lines, sky rides and a soft play cinema. For more information or room reservations, please contact + 66 038 301 234 or e-mail to cmbr@chr.co.th
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A SUPER BREAD IS BORN! On Saturday, March 2, we attended the launch of the first organic and gluten-free bread available in Thailand! This Super bread is developed by HealtHut and it is made by the bakery of the Baraquda M Gallery by Sofitel. It is also on the terrace of the roof top bar of the hotel that the event was organized. HealtHut, founded by Pascal and Manee Deville, is a leading company in the field of nutrition. It offers health services and organic and natural products. By the time, HealtHut has also developed its own products range such as kefir drinks or healthy snacks. The gluten-free organic bread is the latest addition to the Healthut’s “Signature” range. According to Pascal, there is a real demand on the part of the public to obtain gluten-free products, without pesticides, whose origin is natural (nonGMO), but also to obtain products that contain more essential nutrients to the body. After the welcome drink, which
consisted of a cocktail of Superfood and water kefir, the guests were able to taste this bread in different ways such as with vegan cheese, kefir cheese, bruschetta, chocolate paste, etc. This bread is really delicious, dense and tender at the same time. A single slice provides close to 4g of fiber and 2g of protein! Other recipes were in the spotlight, such as chocolate protein balls, granola premium, chocolate fondue with fresh fruit, flaxseed chips, and of course probiotic drinks such as milk and water kefir. A lovely,
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tasty and healthy event at the sunset of Pattaya! How to get this Super Bread? For now breads are available by order only. Orders are recorded every business day until Friday at 4pm for pick up or delivery the following Tuesday from 4pm at the HealtHut shop located in Pattaya Klang, in the soi located right next to the Harbor Mall. To book your bread for the next batch please contact Healthut team here: info@healthut.com
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DR.KAMALJIT SINGH HEALTH TIPS:HEART SYMPTOMS YOU SHOULDN’T IGNORE
Chest pain aren’t the only sign of heart trouble, see what an unusual fatigue, swollen feet, and even coughing might mean- Dr. Kamaljit Singh.
heart conditions could also be the culprit. Nausea and lack of appetite can also be signs of trouble with your ticker. · Sweating and Trouble
·Chest Pain: -This is the most common sign of a heart attack, but it’s not always a crushing, sudden pain. It could be more of an uncomfortable feeling — like squeezing or heaviness. You might mistake it for heartburn. It may last for more than a few minutes or go away and come back. ·Arm or Back Pain: - Men typically feel it in the left arm, but women may hurt in both. Your arms could feel heavy or “useless.” It could be a sign of angina or a heart attack. Pain may start in your chest, then move to your upper or lower back. Be suspicious if the pain comes out of nowhere or wakes you up at night and doesn’t seem linked to a particular joint or muscle. ·Neck or Jaw Pain: -You can feel pain above the shoulders when you’re having a heart attack. Your lower jaw on one or both sides may hurt or feel tight. Your neck may ache, or you could have a choking or burning feeling in your throat. ·Unusual Fatigue: -Everybody’s busy, so it’s normal to feel tired once in a while. But it’s a red flag for heart attack if you suddenly get wiped out at times you usually wouldn’t. Maybe you’re extra worn out after your typical exercise routine or you’re exhausted just walking to the bathroom. You also might feel drained but still find it hard to sleep. ·Fainting and Nausea: -You may feel like you’re going to pass out. Fainting happens when your blood pressure is low and your heart isn’t pumping the right amount of oxygen to your brain. It might be because you’re overheating, but
Breathing: -If you’re having a heart attack, you may break out in a sweat even if you’re not pushing yourself hard. You could feel cold and clammy. You may be short of breath, like you’ve run a marathon, even if you haven’t moved off your couch. When you lie down, it may be even harder to breathe. ·Coughing and Wheezing: Shortness of breath with a regular cough and wheeze can be signs of heart failure. That’s when your heart doesn’t pump well enough to supply your body with all the blood and oxygen it needs. When you have heart failure, blood and fluids can back up into your lungs. You may have a hard time breathing or hear a rattling sound when you inhale. You might cough up pinkish mucus. ·Swelling: -You could have it in your feet, ankles, legs, or stom-
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ach if you have heart failure. You may notice that your shoes feel tight. As blood flow out of your heart slows down, blood going back to it through the veins can back up. That causes fluid to collect in spots that it shouldn’t. Your kidneys can’t get rid of water and salt, which leads to more swelling. · Trouble Getting Around: When you have heart failure, your body moves blood and the oxygen it carries away from areas that aren’t as important, like your limbs, and sends it to the brain and heart. That makes moving around harder. Regular activities, like walking the dog or going up and down stairs, may be hard to do. As your heart gets weaker, simply getting dressed or walking across the room can tire you out. ·Rapid Heart Rate: -With heart failure, your ticker may beat fast to make up for its lack of pumping power. You may feel like your heart is racing. ·Irregular Heartbeat: -A heart rhythm disorder like atrial fibrillation (A Fib) can cause your ticker to beat fast and out of sync. Some people describe the feeling as a flutter or like a fish is flopping around inside their chest. ·Loud Snoring: -If it’s happening every night, you could have sleep apnea. That’s a condition which causes pauses in your breathing while you sleep. It’s
linked to atrial fibrillation and may raise your risk of high blood pressure and type 2 diabetes. If you don’t get treatment for your sleep apnea, you may have a higher chance of life-threatening heart trouble. ·Erectile Dysfunction (ED): -If you have this problem often, it could be a sign that you have heart disease. Blood vessels in your penis may be clogged with plaque, just like vessels around your heart can get blocked. Without good
blood flow, it’s hard to get and keep an erection. Talk to your doctor if you have ED to figure out what’s going on. · When to Get Emergency Help: · Get medical help right away if you think that you or someone you’re with has any of the symptoms of a heart attack. Quick treatment can cut down the chances of damage to your heart. Call Emergency Help if you have: i. Pain, pressure, or squeezing in
your chest ii. Pain or discomfort that spreads to your shoulders, back, neck, or arms iii. Shortness of breath iv. Lightheadedness, dizziness, or fainting v. Sweating and nausea For More Details Contact/Visit: Dr.Kamaljit Singh M.D. (A.M), PhD Managing Director Dr.Kamal Bio Magnetic Holistic Health Centre.
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CHAKRI MEMORIAL DAY Every year on April 6, the Thai people commemorates the founding of the Chakri dynasty, dynasty of the current king, Maha Vajiralongkorn Bodindradebayavarangkun. Founded in 1782, it succeeded to Ayutt haya Kings who were defeated by the Burmese. They moved the capital of the Kingdom to Bangkok. Chakri kings then took the name of Rama. The current King is Rama X. SONGKRAN FESTIVAL The Songkran Festival is a national holiday in Thailand. It marks the beginning of the Thai New Year. The word Songkran is derived from the Sanskrit work samkranti, which means astrological passage. It is a traditional Buddhist festival, and it is usually celebrated between 13 and 16 April unless the dates are modified by an official government announcement. WAN LAI FESTIVAL Pattaya Wan Lai Festival or Songkran Flowing Day (Thai New Year) is held on 19 April, unlike the Thai New Year celebration in other region which is held at earlier date. Today is when people practice their water-throwing tradition. Everyone splashes water to each other regardless of acquaintances, relatives or passerby strangers. Pattaya City also holds traditional event such as water pouring for the elderly and parade. It
is also fun time to cool down the heat in the city. TOP OF THE GULF REGATTA 2019 The 15th Top of the Gulf Regatta will take place Tuesday April 30 2019 at 10:00 am to Sunday May 05 2019 at 10:00 pm at Ocean Marina Yacht Club. The 2019 Top of the Gulf Regatta includes upto 16 classes, including keelboats, multihulls, one-design Platus (competing for the Coronation Cup), beach catamarans, dinghies, Optimists, and an IOM Class RC Yachts. Enter Online now: https://topofthegulfregatta.com/enter-online For more information: info@topofthegulfregatta.com marketing@oceanmarinayachtclub.com CAVEMAN CLASSIC On Friday April 05 2019 at 06:00 pm to Saturday April 06 2019 at 10:00 pm.,This legendary event goes has a rich tradition that goes back 38 years to 1980, when it was known as the Can-Am, and more recently The Beaver. It is Thailand’s most fun golf weekend, where some 140 golfers converge annually, renewing existing friendships and making new ones over two days of parties and golf. The event had to be re-branded, so it has now become The Caveman Classic. Same great event with a new name. At Phoenix Gold Golf & Country Club, 111 Moo 9 Sukhaphiban 2 Huayyai Banglamung, Pattaya 20150, For more information: https:// allevents.in/pattaya/caveman-classic/20007803525229 MINITAB TRAINING IN PATTAYA On Monday April 29 2019 at 09:00 am to Tuesday April 30 2019 at 05:00 pm, at Pattaya City, Thailand.
A Quality Control Engineer or any Quality Expert undergoes many challenges to get the proper data for the evaluation for his projects. Minitab Statistical tool plays a vital role in gathering the report, data. Mastering Minitab Tool provides access to wide range of reports, data points, presentations which will ease the job of the quality expert. For more information: https://allevents.in/pattaya%20city/ minitab-training-in-pattaya/80002007866364 For more information: https://allevents.in/pattaya%20city/minitabtraining-in-pattaya/80005214654909 THE 3RD PSPARN ACADEMIC CONFERENCE On Wednesday April 24 2019 at 08:00 am to Friday April 26 2019 at 04:00 pm, at Ambassador City Jomtien, Pattaya
THE HORSESHOE POINT OPEN On April 26th-28th 2019. For all those of you that love all Equestrian. Riders will travel from all over Thailand to compete in an effort to win points which goes towards the Thailand Championship held at the end of the year, so you know everyone competing will be putting on their best for all those watching, at Horseshoe Point Resort, For more information: 038 253 500, http://horseshoepoint.com/en.
BARS & CLUBS HOTEL & RESTAURANTS BEEFEATER STEAK HOUSE AND PUB in arcade opposite Mike Mall on Second Road. Tel: 038 720 926.
LINDA’S RESTAURANT. Located opposite Jomtien Complex at 315/ 177-180 Thappraya Road. Telephone: 038 252 726 or www.lindarestaurant.com
CENTARA GRAND MIRAGE BEACH RESORT on Wong Amat Beach, North Pattaya. Acqua Restaurant in main lobby. Open Friday to Sunday from 6 to 11pm. Call for reservations at 038 714 981.
MERCURE PATTAYA HOTEL Grill and Chill by the Pool. Enjoy a leisurely evening with a succulent BBQ buffet freshly prepared by chefs. Friday only 333 baht nett for traditional BBQ Style. Saturdays features fresh BBQ Seafood at 599 baht nett. Kids 50% discount. Promotion of 3 carafes of wine for 500 baht per person. Further information and reservations call 038 425 050, www.mercurepattaya.com
INTERCONTINENTAL PATTAYA RESORT (formerly Sheraton) Location: Pratamnak Hill. Contact: 038 259 888.
PIC KITCHEN Jazz Pit Pub Soi 5 off Second/ Beach Roads. Tel: 038 428 374.
SUGAR HUT RESORT on Thappraya Road presents The Art of Jazz Guitar with Thomas Reimer, one of the best European guitar players. Every day except Tuesday from 6.30pm-10pm. Tel: 084 865 1355. TAVERN BY THE SEA restaurant on Pattaya Beach Road near Amari Pattaya Hotel. Telephone: 038 418 419. THAI GARDEN RESORT Buffet from 6pm-9pm with resident band. 399 baht net per person. Children under 12 years: 199 baht. Free for children under 4 years old. Mon: Pizza & Pasta. Tues: BBQ. Wed: Multi Cuisine Buffet. Thurs: German Buffet & Roast Pig. Fri: Thai Buffet. Sat: International Buffet. Sun: Steaks & Skewer Buffet. Location: 179 North Road, North Pattaya. Tel: 038 370 614.
EVENTS YEAR ROUND BALAJI YOGA Special Yoga training workshop by Ravinder Jangra from India. Friday: 6.45pm-7.45pm and 8pm-9pm and Saturday at 6pm. Located near Cucumber Restaurant off South Pattaya Road. Contact (English): 089 748 6204. CHESS CLUB with Grand Master - at Brau House, Second Road, near Soi 7. Play every Tuesday at 7pm. Free entry. Lessons available. Call Gerhard: 081 159 5341 or email caissas_erbe@yahoo.de DEUTSCHSPRACHIGER EXPATS CLUB meets on first Saturday of every month at 10am in the Chaimongkol Royal Temple, South Pattaya Road. www.pattayaexpatsclub.ch DUTCH SOCIETY IN PATTAYA (Nederlandse Vereniging Thailand Pattaya); president Martin Brands, secretary Dick Koger. Social club for all Dutch-speaking people in and around Pattaya. Weekly and monthly activities. See website www.nvtpattaya.org for latest information. FOOTBALL Six-a-Side on artificial grass pitch, every Wednesday at 6.30pm at Planet Football, Siam Country Club Road. Phone: 038 248 212. Open Daily 8am to midnight. NORTH STAR LIBRARY Thai Language Classes: Conversation & basic vocabulary at 10.15am-noon & 1pm to 2.30pm, Monday to
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Friday. Cost: Library members: 100 baht per session. Non-members: 200 baht per session. Private Class: 200 baht. Sukhumvit Road near Redemptorist Center. Call: 038 716 755 or 081 575 4854. northstarlibrary@hotmail.com.
ROTARY CLUB OF EASTERN SEABOARD. President Rodney Charman, Secretary Jan Abbink. English speaking Rotary Club. Meeting every Thursday from 5.30pm. at Siam Bayshore Resort, Pratumnak Road (also pedestrian entrance on Pattaya Beach Road, near Bali Hai pier). Meeting starts 6.00pm. Specialized in PATTAYA AMATEUR RADIO CLUB Info: HS0ZIN (Paul) 087 043 humanitarian projects all over Thailand and neighbouring countries. 1408 or pauldaviesradio@hotmail.com. See also website www.rotary-es.org. PATTAYA BACKGAMMON LEAGUE. B.G. House & Restaurant 315/ VETERANS OF FOREIGN WARS OF USA Social group helping US 17-18, Thepprasit Road, (off Thappraya Road). League Tournaments veterans & dependants with free assistance about Administration, on Sundays: 2.00pm. Info: 081 664 9085 or www.blot.asia Social Security & Service related agencies. Post meetings every 2nd Tuesday, 1pm at Hogsbreath Saloon, 148 78/79 Sukhumvit Road on PATTAYA BRIDGE CLUB: upstairs of Altos Restaurant, 144/99 Soi 46-3 (formerly Soi Batman). Informal gathering: Tuesdays & Thappraya Road (near Bali Hai flyover). Monday, Wednesday & Fri- Wednesdays from 11:30am. Info: Eric Larsen (Post Commander). day at 1.00pm. Contact Jeremy Watson 085 818 2172. Tel: 038 423 462. www.bridgewebs.com/jomtien E-mail or call us about any upcoming events: We are here PATTAYA EXPATS CLUB Meet Fridays at Mercure Hotel, Soi 15 off to serve you so please give plenty of notice beforehand Second Road. From 10am for breakfast. 11.30am programme to provide a positive widespread service for your event. starts. Tel: 081 001 6372. Tel: 038 427 585. news@pattayapeople.com or ROYAL BRITISH LEGION THAILAND Tel: 089 807 2335. info@pattayapeople.com. ROTARY CLUB OF PATTAYA Monday meetings 19.00 PM at Town-in-Town Hotel, Central Road, Tel.: 08 9911 1199
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EXPAT TIPS : ADVICE-PASSPORT RENEWAL PASSPORT VALIDITY REQUIREMENTS FOR BRITISH CITIZENS ENTERING THAILAND
Life as an expat in Thailand can be a lot of fun and mostly enjoyable, until you forget to do something important such as renewing your passport in plenty of time. These days most passports are valid for 10 years so it is understandable how people often forget to renew but when living in a foreign country, it is imperative that you don’t forget or you could have a big and expensive problem. If you live in Thailand and don’t travel often, the expiry date on your passport can easily slip your mind and you can find yourself with just a very short time left or worst case scenario you could be here in Thailand with an expired passport. There are a few key reminders which should help to jog your memory. For example Immigration will not allow you to renew your visa past your current passport expiry date. A lot of expats who are planning to live permanently in Thailand will
renew their passport not long before leaving their home country, so if your time here is approaching 8 or 9 years be sure to check
your passport expiry date. Every time you book a trip anywhere or need a copy of your passport for some reason don’t forget to check the expiry date. Time has a habit of running away with us and it’s always better to be safe than sorry. Why you need to renew your passport early #1 There are many countries which will not allow you to enter if your passport has less than 6 months validity. #2 You may face issues renewing your Thai visa if you have less than a year remaining on your current
passport. #3 Peak times such as the approach to summer holidays can often cause delays in passport renewal times and you don’t want to be stuck waiting if you really need your passport. #4 Peace of mind - knowing there is only a few months left on your passport is a worry which can easily be avoided by taking the initiative to renew when there is at least a year left. Another concern which expats often forget is how many pages remain in their passport. Don’t let your remaining pages get down to just 2 or 3, in case you need to make an urgent trip. A re-entry permit and an exit stamp can easily eat up 2 pages of your passport. And last but not least always keep an up to date copy of your passport with your most recent visa stamp and 90 day report in case of losing your passport. If you are a British citizen in Thailand, Key Visa can help you with renewing your passport or replacing a lost passport.
GETTING A TOURIST VISA FOR YOUR THAI PARTNER TO VISIT YOUR HOME COUNTRY
collecting your documentary evidence now. One of the main criteria that the entry clearance will look for is proof of a genuine relationship, so prepare as many documents to help with this as you can.
It is fast approaching the time of year when we start thinking about Christmas and spending time with our nearest and dearest. Many expats in Thailand choose to head home for the holidays
and plan to take their partners with them. If you are planning to take your Thai partner back to your home country for a visit within the next few months then you need to start
EMBASSIES IN BANGKOK
Australia:
02 344 6300
Norway:
02 261 0230-5
Canada:
02 636 0540
Russia:
02 268 1169
China:
02 245 7030-45 Saudi Arabia:
02 639 2999
Denmark:
02 213 2021-5 Singapore:
02 286 2111
Finland:
02 207 8700
France:
02 656 9306-9 South Korea:
02 247 7537-39
Germany:
02 285 6627-8 Spain:
02 661 8284-6
Italy:
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02 263 7200
Japan:
02 252 6151-9 Switzerland:
02 674 6900
South Africa:
Netherlands: 02 254 7701-5 USA: New Zealand: 02 254 2530
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United Kingdom: 02 305 8333
Ideal business for a Foreigner, who could run this business with his Thai partner working only a few hours every day. The cash price for this business: 750,000 Baht Please email : info@pattayapeople.com Tel: 0899111199
by email info@keyvisathailand.com for information on how to do this. If you are in another country and looking to come back to Thailand t h e n your options a r e slightly different. If you are not in the UK then you will either need to renew your British passport in the country you are already in or return to the UK and renew it there. If you are renewing your passport in the UK, there are two different fast track options. You can use the 1 week fast track service by calling and booking an appointment at a passport office then taking your completed renewal form and documentation along to an appointment. This option is available for both adult and child renewals. Or you can use the premium 1 day renewal service which can be booked and paid for online. The
earliest you can get an appointment is 2 days after you book online and you will get your passport at your appointment. You can only use the premium 1
call/text message proof of contact. If you have a contract phone in Thailand then your provider may be able to ask your telephone provider for an itemised bill. If you use Facebook Messenger or Whatsapp or LINE app to contact your partner then you can check the information on our website for details of how to download the https:// messages www.keyvisathailand.com/howto-prove-your-relationship/ Your partner should also supply details of any land or business he/ she owns in Thailand or if they have a regular job confirmation from their employer that their job
will be kept open for them on their return. If you are living together in Thailand it may be slightly easier to convince the entry clearance officer of intent to return but this is not always the case so make sure that you have enough documentary proof also. If you are living overseas and your partner is living in Thailand, then you will need to provide evidence of your previous meetings and contact when you are overseas. Again, you can use the information on our website to help to prove that you are in a genuine relationship. If you met your partner online,
then the situation is more complicated and we recommend that you contact the Key Visa office for advice. Spending Christmas or any time of year back in your home country with your Thai partner is a great way to grow your relationship, whether or not you intend to live there full time. Being in a different country shows a different side of people’s characters which is sometimes good and sometimes bad. It is best to find out early how well your Thai partner copes with travelling and adapts to spending time in a different culture.
CURRENCY EXCHANGE RATE Update : 1 Effective From : 9:27 Currency Description
US DOLLAR $50-$100 US DOLLAR $5-$20 US DOLLAR $1-$2 EURO BRITISH POUND STERLING JAPANESE YEN:100 SINGAPORE DOLLAR HONG KONG DOLLAR KOREAN WON SWISS FRANC AUSTRALIAN DOLLAR MALAYSIAN RINGGIT SOUTH AFRICAN RAND SWEDISH KRONA CANADIAN DOLLAR DANISH KRONE
[Unit : Baht per 1 unit of foreign currency] Bank Note
31.73 31.73 31.73 36.02 42.19 29.15 23.68 4.08 32.13 22.81 7.86 3.44 23.83 4.82
day renewal service to renew an adult passport which has expired or is about to expire. This service is not available for child passport renewals or non urgent passport renewals. You will also pay a premium price of £177 to renew your passport using this service. Always keep a note of when your passport is expiring and for other family members too. It is easy to forget that a child’s passport is only valid for 5 years, where an adult passport is valid for 10 years.
DATE : 25TH MARCH 2019 Currency Description
Buying Rates Selling Rates
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Small Gaming Business for sale in Pattaya
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If you live in Thailand together you can provide joint rental agreements, or your name listed in a yellow tabian baan at your partners home, correspondence for you both going to the same address, photos together at your home. If you don’t live together then you should provide evidence of regular dates and meetups and phone
When you are travelling to another country most people think that as long as their passport is valid for the duration of the trip then this should be sufficient. But with many countries this is not the case. Thailand for one, requires that you have at least six months remaining on your current passport when you enter the country. This won’t be mentioned when you buy your ticket but you may not be allowed to board the plane in your home country and most likely won’t be allowed to enter Thailand if you have less than 6 months remaining on your current passport. If you find this out after you have bought your ticket but before you are due to travel then consider yourself fortunate to have bought some time. If you are already in Thailand and are planning to travel out and return then you will need to postpone your trip until after you have renewed your passport. Renewing a British passport in Thailand currently takes around 3 weeks and can be done from anywhere in Thailand without travelling to Bangkok. Simply contact Darren
31.85 31.78 31.76 36.20 42.51 29.32 23.73 4.15 0.03 32.21 23.01 7.87 2.75 3.47 23.90 4.86
Bank Note Buying Rates Selling Rates
NORWEGIAN KRONE NEWZEALAND DOLLAR INDIAN RUPEE CHINESE YUAN PHILIPPINE PESO TAIWAN DOLLAR BAHRAINI DINAR SAUDI ARABIAN RIYAL INDONESIAN RUPIAH UAE DIRHAM OMANI RIAL BRUNEI DOLLAR RUSSIAN RUBLE VIETNAMESE DONG
GOLD
3.72 22.08 0.50 4.81 0.00 -
3.76 22.62 4.87 0.77 1.11 87.98 9.3 0.00 9.39 86.2 23.85 0.67 0.00
Buy: 19,253 Baht. Sell: 20,200 Baht
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MEETING EVERY FRIDAY AT 11.00 AM AT MERCURE HOTEL, OFF PATTAYA 2ND ROAD THE HONORARY BOARD ADVISORS Pattaya Expats Club are honoured and happy to have the support and advice from a number of Thai dignitaries. In the following find a list of the people who constitute the Honorary Board Advisors to Pattaya Expats Club. Lt.General Suchinda Suthiphongs Lt.General Chatchai Tammaraksah, KhunyingTidarat Tammaraksah Khun Ittipol Khunplome, Mayor of Pattaya City Khun Niran Wattanasartsatorn, Former Mayor of Pattaya City Khun Chanyut Hengtrakool, Former Member of P a r l i a ment Pol. Co. Nanthawut Suwanlaong Superintedent. Pattaya City Police Station Pol. Col. Somnuk Changate, Banglamung Superintendent Khun Sansak Ngampiches, Senior politician in Pattaya Khun Revat Pholookin, Senior politician in Pattaya Dr. Sanya Viravaidya CEO Pattaya International Hospital Khun Sanga Kitsamrej Owner of the SK Group of companies and President of UPE Khun Surat Mekavarakul, Owner of Mike Business Group Khun Paisan Bundityanon, Owner of Rabbit Resort Pattaya Khun Somchai Manothavorn Advisor to the Mayor of Pattaya Khun Sopin Theppajug Owner of Diana Group of companies Dr. Prasan Stianrapapongs, Specialist in Preventative Medicine at Bangkok Pattaya Hospital Pol.Col. Suuwan Chiewnawintawat Pol.Lt. Col. Aroon Promphan
Pol.Col. Chanapat Nawaruk Khun Suttikorn Jearpaitoon, Owner of Alangkarn Pattaya Khun Sucreep Krajai President of Esarn Association Pattaya Lt. Gen. Padoongsaak Padoong noradaid Pol. Lt. Col. Songprode Sirisukha Khun Ronnakit Aegasing Khun Wutisak Rermkitkarn Khun Verawat Khakhai Khun Wattana Chantanawaranon Khun Poonpol Kamuttira Club Founders : Pete Mills and Preben Hansen BOARD OF TRUSTEES: In order of Election: Niels Colov, President, CEO Richard Ravensdale, past Vice Pesident, Meeting Manager, Programme Manager Colin de Jong, Charity Chair William Hurndell Brian Maxey Jahir Khan, Dan Schwartz, Webmaster John Coughtrie Chamnong Anusat-utai. Treasurer Daniel Sztanke, President, French PEC Preben Hansen Christian Foerster, cashier Bob Donald. Peter Anders, Membership Coordinator Pattaya Expats Club Co. Ltd. Directors: William Hurndell, Michael Withers, Herman van Gucht and Frans Moret. Members of the Volunteer “Production Team”: Capt Dechasa Tonsung-nern, Pirunya Anuntakool, Peter Hyland Eddie Farrington Loran Davidson, Guest Speaker Bookings
Expats Group Medical By Pattaya Insurance Center Max Age 75 & renew till 90 Premium From 20,550 ß /Year(Plan1)
Contact Neng: info@pattaya-insurance.com, www.pattaya-insurance.com
Association of Thailand Expats Clubs Pattaya Expats Club: 081 001 6372. www.pattayaexpatsclub.info Chiang Mai Expats Club: 0-8532-10273 www.chiangmaiexpatsclub.com German Language PEC: www.pattayaexpatsclub.ch French Language PEC: 090 124 5611 Finnish Language PEC: rkiho@yahoo.de Scandinavian Expats Club of Pattaya: 081 523 6080.
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PATTAYA CLUB
EXPATS
Established 2001 Website: www.pattayaexpatsclub.info Email: contact@ pattayaexpatsclub.info Pattaya Expats Club Co. Ltd. Tel. 081 001 6372 E-Newsletter FREE to all submit your first name & email address on the home page of PECs website and it will be emailed to you each week. Or to view it on-line, go to Current Newsletter page.
PEC Meeting Programme – Fridays, 05th-26th April 2019 Dr.Kamaljit Singh M.D. (A.M), PhD Managing Director Dr. Kamal Bio Magnetic Holistic Wellness Centre Jomtien Pattaya 540 Moo 12, Seven Seas Condo Resort, Nongprue, Banglamung, Chon Buri 20150 Phone: 086 903 2543 Web: www.drkamalholistic.com Email: info@drkamalholistic.com Friday, 12 April Double Bill - Niels Colov & Darren McGarry
Friday, 5 April Dr.Kamaljit Singh Health Tips: Heart Symptoms You Shouldn’t Ignore
Chest pains are not the only sign of heart trouble. See what unusual fatigue, swollen feet, arm, back, jaw or neck pains, trouble breathing and even coughing may mean by listening to preventative health guru Dr. Kamaljit Singh’s upcoming presentation to the PEC. When should you seek Emergency Help ? If you think that you or someone you’re with have any symptoms of a heart attack quick treatment can cut down the chances of damage to your heart. Call Emergency Help if you have: i. Pain, pressure, or squeezing in your chest ii. Pain or discomfort that spreads to your shoulders, back, neck, or arms iii. Shortness of breath iv. Lightheadedness, dizziness, or fainting v. Sweating and nausea
Niels Colov is the President of the Pattaya Expats Club, and Chairman of the Board at Pattaya People Media Group. On this Thai New Year, Songkran, Niels will review the previous year’s activities in Pattaya, and discuss what’s to come in 2019. The PEC President traditionally gives a Year Review for the PEC members but was ‘otherwise engaged’ this January so we are holding this event with its many newsmans insider insights to Thai New Year.
trusted name among the many expats living in Thailand and known for being indispensable in case of visa problems. At Thai New Year Darren will be combining a lighthearted report of changes with an extended ‘Expert Open Forum’ segment of our programme for questions from members. Head Office Address 565/88 moo10, Nongprue, Banglamung (next to BIG C South Pattaya), Chonburi 20260. Open, Mon – Fri 10am – 5pm. Tel: 038 422 131. Fax: 038 412 277. Darren : 08100 45397 Friday, 19 April The PEC Will Be CLOSED for Pattaya Songkran Songkran is the Thai New Year’s national holiday.
Friday, 26 April Steve Dickens, Liberty Computers
With PECs John Coughtrie Founded in 2003, Liberty Computers is a longest established Pattaya based IT company. With clients all over Thailand who trust in their service. Liberty provides Point of Sale systems, CCTV for home or business, WiFi and LAN networking and computer repair and upgrade services. Steve from Yorkshire, England will host another of his great IT update talks with all the latest in computing and high tech. Bangkok Bank Insurance Speaker
PEC Members Lucky Draw
Free entry tickets for the next week’s meeting.
Darren McGarry will update us on the latest changes in visa and immigration laws. For 15 years, Darren has helmed Key Visa. Darren is the main visa consultant as well as the driving force behind the company’s policy of doing business European style in the heart of Thailand. Over the years, Key Visa Company has become a
PEC Visa Advice Desk
Darren Mcgarry from Key Visa Company attends Pattaya Expats Club on the “Visa & Immigration Information Desk” with all the latest updated information to answer all Club members queries.
Road – Soi 15. Entry price is now 210B for the large breakfast buffet. Arrive at 09:50 – With a valid Life Members’ card entry for Buffet & Meeting is 210 Baht, non-members 230 Baht. 11:20 – Entry for Meeting only is 100 Baht for member,120 Baht for public. Life Membership is 750 Baht. ALSO Just across the Road is their ‘Sister’ Hotel Hotel Baraquda http:// www.hotelbaraquda.com Pattaya 2nd Road, next to the Pattaya Avenue Shopping Mall. Fine Dining & Bars, with fabulous ‘sunset views’ over Pattaya Bay NEWS.. PATTAYA INSURANCE CENTER is offering a NEW (Pacific Cross) Health Insurance – higher cost, higher cover,initial application up to 80 years of age (renewal through to 90 yrs). http://pattaya expatsclub.info/wp/ insurance/ NEWS.. If any member would like to suggest a new club venue, on a public transport route – 2nd Road or Beach Road, please send an email request for our MS Word document PEC VENUE FACILITIES – NEEDS LIST to check the facilities we need to operate the club meetings. If you think a Hotel you know may match up to our needs – let Meeting Manager Richard know (pecrichard@yahoo.co.uk) and he will attach a copy of the venue facilities list for you to use as a tick list to review the hotel for us. PEC Finance Reports now available on-line: http:// pattayaexpatsclub.info/wp/ club-finances/ Outreach Events will no longer accept cash
The Bangkok Bank is well known to have an Insurance partnership to benefit its account holders with, for example personal Accident insurance. A local bank branch speaker will summarise the banks insurance options for its expat customers.
Open Mic Forum – It’s a lively mutual exchange of information, with a little humour and advice from Asia hands and expats in the meeting room. This is PEC Members programme segment, for all those practical questions on life in Thailand in general, and in FunTown in particular. Also during this session if you are new in town or to the meeting, feel free to grab the microphone and introduce yourself to the group and ask any questions you may have.
Our meeting venue is The Mercure Hotel, Pattaya 2nd
CLUB TV REPORTS. Our PEC weekly meeting content
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Pattaya. Skype account at: KEYVISACO. AA INSURANCE – The PEC’s own ‘low cost group health policy’, available alongside many other types of Insurance. If it can be insured we will insure it. Home, condo, car, motorbike, health and life here in Thailand is all in a days work for us. 038-415795, or peter@aainsure.net or www.aainsure.net/ insurance_pattaya.html
has a generous segment on Pattaya People Television, shown on Sophon Cable, Bang Lamung Cable and Jomtien Cable here in our local area. Some past Reports are available on YouTube . . . https:// www.youtube.com/user/ PattayaPeopleMedia/videos And on Pattaya People website . . http://pattayapeople.com/category/expats-club/ Please suggest Main Feature Speakers for our weekly Meetings and contact Richard Ravensdale pecrichard@yahoo.co.uk, PEC’s
During Our Meetings In the main lobby is 'Expat Expo', tables with information and staff. PATTAYA INSURANCE CENTER (KHUN NENG) 390/24 M.10, Chan Thong Place, Pattaya 3rd Road, Banglamung, Chonburi 20150. (Just South of Soi 17 Traffic Lights, Opposite Diamond Badminton) 084 003 6030 (Neng), 094 895 5465 (Taa) Medical, accident, car, motorcycle, house, condo, boat, shop, office and travel cover. Special discount group medical for PEC members. New E-mail: info@pattaya-
PATTAYA INTERNATIONAL HOSPITAL – Soi 4 on 2nd Road, 038 428 374 Regular FREE testing of blood group and pressure, and on the first Friday of each month bloodsugar level tests. (A blood sugar test requires fasting for 8 hours prior to the test). SUTHIPONG LAW CENTER CO., LTD. 62/195 M.10 Soi Thepprasit 8, Thepprasit Road, Nongprue, Banglamung, Chonburi 20260 Tel./Fax: 038-413-616 Mobile: 0-8191-48193 E-mail: suthiponglaw@yahoo.co.th
FORMUCHMOREINFORMATION ON OUR SPONSORS, GO TO MEMBERS BENEFITS PAGE: http://pattayaexpatsclub.info/useful-links/member-discounts/
Phyathai Sriracha Hospital – Special monthly health check up promotions available’ http://www.phyathai sriracha.com/en Important change to rules for Land-Border-Entry to Thailand: http://pattayaexpatsclub.info/wp/ visa-inf/
insurance.com Mob: 084-003-6030 Tel/Fax: 033-048-336 www.pattaya-insurance.com PATTAYA SERVICE CENTRE Travel – Jahir on 086 394 0863, jahirkhan@hotmail.com For Tours & Travel – air tickets, package tours. Property sales & rentals. Business services, company formations, contracts, work permits, visa, accounting. Legal civil / criminal litigation and Notary services.
www.suthiponglaw.com KEY VISA Co Ltd, Darren Mcgarry, 08 1004 5397, www.keyvisathailand.com Free advice on expats’ Immigration queries. A service, handling Income letters and UK Passport renewal – approved by the UK Embassy. Now at a more centralized location, directly opposite the car park entrance of BIG C in South
British Embassy Emergency assistance, telephone the British Embassy (Consular Section) in Bangkok on 02 305 8333. Visits to the Embassy are ‘BY APPOINTMENT ONLY‘ now. website (https:/ /www.gov.uk/government/world/ organisations/british-embassybangkok). If you are in the UK please call the Foreign and Commonwealth Office London on 020 7008 1500 for assistance. There is a local Honorary Consul in the Pattaya Area. US Embassy has a local Pattaya representatives for help. Warden Bobby Brooks (email: bobby@bobbybrooks.com) call
PEC, EH ! Pattaya Expats Club has 4 Help Lines.
Pattaya Insurance Center
Call 081 001 6372, 089 604 3646, 098 579
Pattaya International Hospital
9886, 086 394 0863 for general enquiries. Legal emergencies either call Khun Michael A. Lieberman 091 239 3495 or
AA Insurance Brokers Co., Ltd.
Khun Suthipong Trakulsak, 081 914 8193.
Suthipong Law Center Co.,Ltd.
(Both 24 hour call out service to Police Stn).
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Life Membership is just 750 Baht and only by personal application at any meeting of the Club. This one-time joining fee provides a Photo-ID Card - no renewals needed, and offers many member services, a free copy of the
PEC has 7 different ‘Help Contacts’, from our volunteers… For General Inquiries email <contact@pattaya expatsclub.info>. Or call Richard on 081 001 6372. Or Bob on 098 579 9886. Or Jahir on 086 394 0863. Or Brian on 089 604 3646. And… For Legal assistance call Lawyer Khun Suthipong Trakulsak, 08 1914 8193,
PEC CORPORATE SPONSORS
Key Visa Co., Ltd.
Membership
We meet at the Hotel Mercure, Entry Tickets are sold from 9:50AM - 11.30AM. If you arrive for Breakfast, members entry fee is 210B, cost for non-members is 230B, if you come after breakfast ends at 1120am, the cost is only 100B for members, 120 B for the public, including Coffee, Tea, Water and the excellent meeting facilities at the hotel. Speakers from 11:30 am. The table plan is a friendly format of tables for four - so please allow the 'gaps' to be filled by new arrivals at your table. We are a friendly Expats helping Expats advice forum.
Club Information
(www.suthiponglaw.com) (Emergency cover 24/7) For Legal assistance call EXPAT LAW CO. Ltd, 09 1239 3495, email: (mikefromcanada100@ gmail.com) (Emergency cover 24/7)
Programme Manager, or speak to Loran Davidson, Guest Speaker Bookings. Give your suggested ‘lead’, with contact info but please do not fix dates in advance.
084-158 0785. If you have any questions, please email acsbkk@state.gov or call the American Citizen Services Unit at 02-205-4049, or visit website: https://th.usembassy.gov/u-s-citizen-services/consular-outreach
Pattaya People Newspaper on Fridays by showing your entry ticket and member card, entry to our weekly lucky draw, discounts from some area businesses. Bring two very small photos and your card will be prepared and laminated right away by our club staff. Our membership table is open from 10.30am until 1130am. Have you lost your PEC Life Member Card? We can trace records in our database and via paper application forms, to reissue a card, for a trace service fee of 100 Baht. (It is not refundable if we are unable to confirm a previous life membership.) At our Club Meetings All Club Information is in detail on our Full Feature Newsletter… http://pattayaexpatsclub.info/ newsletter/
Pattaya radio station, Pattaya People Radio 96 FM and Kiss Radio broadcasting on 91.75 MHz-FM, features community news sponsored by PEC plus a great play list of classic 70s & 80s rock music. With Local information - International news and upcoming PEC programme information, listen live either in Pattaya, on 96 FM or 91.75 FM, or from anywhere in the world via the Internet and your PC www.pattayapeople.com. Register for our weekly e-newsletter, via PEC website home page where you can scroll down to boxes for your name and e-mail address. When you receive a confirming e-mail, click on the link to start receiving the e-newsletter. (Visit www.pattayaexpatsclub.info).
CLUB INFO MEMBERSHIP: New membership cards are laminated at the meeting. Bring 2 very small p h o t o s to become a new Member. Life Membership is 750 Baht Health Insurance: The club offers members a fantastic discounted group medical policy from Pacific Cross Insurance Company that’s 30 % less than similar group policies. Contact Khun Neng at Pattaya Insurance Center for more details. info@pattaya-insurance.com
WEBSITE: The Pattaya Expats Club has a great website with lots of information. www.pattayaexpatsclub.info. Register for our FREE weekly E Newsletter online on the home page by submitting your first name and email address. Buffet: From 9:50am, 210B members, 230B public From 11.20am coffee and water, 100B members, 120B public.
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CARS FOR SALE (612-01) BMW Sedan Car @ 2.0 Million Baht (o.n.o.), Model 320d GT Sport (Automatic), Year 2014, Current Mileage Not Over 49,500 Km, Excellent Condition, Well Maintained & Serviced At BMW, Mag Rims & Kumho Tyres (PS91 245/40 ZR19XL), Include Spares 4 Sets Original BMW Mag Rims & Run-Flat Tyres. Please Contact CHRISTINE (081-996-0708 English)
CONDOS /APARTMENTS FOR SALE (612-01) Sale 4.8 M THB – Sea front condo with infinity pool, tennis – Banglamung – 204sqm,2 bed,2 bath, See pictures at: www.facebook.com thailand.bayview Tel: 08 21224335 – mail: bay.view@live.com (585-01) Great luxury 1 bedroom condo in 5 star resort for sale 50 meter
ONE-BEDROOM CONDO FOR SALE OR RENT
A.D Condominium floor 8 at Wong Amat Beach, Naklua 71 sqm. A one-bedroom corner unit with excellent sea view. 2 air-cons, electronic safe, 2 flatscreen TV’s, 2 DVD players, home theatre.
Fully equipped European kitchen, washing machine. One-year lease 18,000 Baht per month including fast Internet. Sale price 4,000,000 Baht, foreign ownership. Contact Phone no: 084-8646068
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BUNKER BOYS Monday, March 11th Greenwood B & C 1st Mike Lloyd (18) Net 68 2nd Ken Davidson (23) 70 3rd Robby Watts (8 ) Net 72 Team prize Raleigh Gosney & Ken Davidson 66 points Near pins Robby Watts, Geoff Parker X 2 Sports day pricing was the first nice surprise for the Bunker Boys today making the round less than one thousand baht green/caddie fee. The second surprise was to find such an excellent course deserted, we virtually had the place to ourselves so a nice casual round with no delays was had. The weather was hot and steamy so sunscreen and hydration were a priority. We were meant to play medal but for reason known only to Jimmy Carr we ended up playing three different games all at the same time, medal, stableford, and two ball multiplier, the big surprise was that some groups didn’t play sixes as well. Having promised to deliver on every occasion since he arrived Mike Lloyd finally did the business today taking first place with an excellent score of net sixty-eight. Mike has started well every time he played only to fade away, today he carried through all the way
to the end. Ken Davidson was second with net seventy, whilst Robby Watts rounded out the scoring with seventy-two. Raleigh Gosney and Ken Davidson took out the team multiplier with sixty-six points. Only three of the four near pins were won with Robby Watts taking one and Geoff Parker taking two. Today was the last game for our former leader Neil Carter who departs back to his native Canada on Wednesday to start a new life with wife Yaya and son Jack, we wish them all well and look forward to seeing them back in Thailand with a bunch of Canadian golfers sometime in the not too distant future. Wednesday, March 13th Khao Kheow B & C 1st Geoff Parker (16) 33 points 2nd Robby Watts (8) 33 points 3rd Keith Norman(13) 32 points Near pins Robby Watts, Michael Brett, and Mike Lloyd X 2 Having enjoyed a deserted course on Monday we found ourselves in a log jam today at Khao Kheow. Two other societies were out before us with one on each of the starting holes so nothing for it but to wait patiently till they had hit off and our turn eventually came. Despite being so busy the speed of play was surprisingly good with
no further hold-ups and the round completed in four hours. Once again the temperature was blisteringly hot, even a strong breeze, particularly on the C nine failed to moderate the temperature so fatigue became prevalent as the round progressed. As a consequence, the scoring was on the very low side with nobody registering a decent score. Geoff Parker and Robby Watts finished with thirty-three points each with Geoff taking first on countback. Keith Norman took third a point back as well as winning all three sixes in his group. Despite not living up to the high standard he set on Monday, Mike Lloyd managed two near pins with Robby Watts and Michael Brett taking the remaining two. The island hole proved less of a problem than normal today with just about everyone managing to hit the putting surface. Overall the greens were very slippery today with few managing to hold approach shots on the putting surface and many failing to come to terms with the speed, three puts were the order of the day. Friday, March 15th Bangpakong Riverside Country Club. 1st Keith Norman (13) 39 points 2nd Geoff Parker (16) 38 points 3rd Keith Smithson (30) 35 points Near pins, Keith Smithson, Mike Lloyd, and Keith Norman X 2. Another windy day for our last game of the week at Bangpakong Riverside Country Club. As expected for low season the pace of play was fine except on a few occasions golfers had to wait for caddies to arrive at their ball. As the grass is spongy caddies understandably use the cart paths to go from one shot to the next which slows play a quite a bit and frustrates players, today the caddies seemed particularly slow which was a surprise at this course as they are normally of a high standard. It seems the new
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rules changes designed to speed up play are not having the desired effect. Keith Norman continues to perform with great consistency taking first place once again with a fine round of thirty-nine. Keith had a red hot putter today and knocked them from all distances proving again if there was ever
any doubt about it if you cant put you can’t win at golf. He also won all three sixes in his group for the second day running. Geoff Parker is also now starting to play like the golfer we know he is and took second place with thirty-eight points. Keith Smithson rounded out the winner’s circle with a score of thirty-five in third place.
Near pins went to Keith Smithson, Mike Lloyd and two to Keith Norman. Daryl Vernon has featured in the shot of the day on a few occasions, today was the opposite when he failed to make it to the ladies tee with his first drive. After a brief illness, John Hughes is rumored to make a return next week.
GROWLING SWAN STABLEFORD. SILKY OAK G.C. – 11th March, 2019. “You can Book this one up Steve Younger to good on the day.” Probably our lowest starting lineup ever! And I am not suggesting Morals I mean numbers, six yes 6 only! So off to Silky Oak we go could have taken a picnic lunch we had that much, and there were few others on the course that day as well. Such a spot on golf course it is such a shame as I believe that this course deserves better. Course was in great nick, as you would expect. Did not receive one complaint regarding the condition of the course. Fairways mowed and tidy, greens ran true and bunkers were clean and raked as
well. All in all the opportunity for some good scores one would think, or was it! With only the dirty half dozen we voted and played First past the post and were playing for the 6 novelties. TODAY’s WINNER from SILKY OAK. 1st Steve Younger NEAR THE PIN. 3 Steve Younger. 8 Casa Rifkin. 14 Casa Rifkin. 16 Steve Younger. LONG FIRST PUTT. 9 D-For. 18 Steve Younger. In the photo we have from L to R; today’s winner Steve Younger (centre) the Colonel (on the Left) and Peter Grey.. Back at the Swan we welcomed back Brendan Cope who we have not seen for a few weeks. And
no farewells as far as I was aware. If we ever forget you in the “Welcomes or Farewells it will be an oversight and not a deliberate move! D-For had a day off. The Golfers and Punters from The Growling Swan are thanked for the generous efforts! For serious golfing with a dash of fun and compulsory sledging, the Growling Swan welcomes golfers of all persuasions, be it young or old, male or female. We generally play on Mondays and Thursdays at any one of the fine courses around Pattaya. Please contact Peter Grey for bookings or any information on 086 1503 086. “TAKE IT EASY HOLE IN ONE BONUS GOES TO B3000 THIS MONTH! GOT TO BE IN IT TO WIN IT!’
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LINKS GOLF SOCIETY Phil Still on A High On Monday 18th March, 2019 Bangpakong Riverside Golf Club welcomed the Pattaya Links Golf Society on Monday, 18th March when the group arrived to play a stableford competition in two flights, divided at eighteen and under. The weather was hot and, surprisingly for the course, the day started off still and very humid. The wind was to get up on the back nine however, and would cause problems, swirling around the flat riverside track. Conditions kept scores at a moderate level, with one exception, as did the fairways which were soft and the greens were more grainy than usual. In the second flight third place went to the elder statesman Barry Oats who finished on 35 points, one behind the leaders who were subjected to countback to decide the winner. John Chelo’s smile was broad as it was announced he had nudged Richard Dobson into second place.
In the top flight third place went to Chris Barker on countback with 37 points, Stu Thompson being the unlucky golfer to lose out. Derek Phillips took second with 38 points and Phil Davies was still on a “high” after the weekend which saw his beloved Wales win the Grand Slam in rugby on Saturday. He powered his way to forty-two points with very few putts, nailing everything within six to eight feet. Near pins went to Barry Horman (4), Darren Beavers (7), Pete Seil (13) and Richard Dobson (16). The best front nine (non winners) was recorded by Stu Thompson (19 points) and Connie Walsh took the award for the best back nine (non winners) with 20 points. At the other end of the leaderboard Barry Horman wore the “wig” yet again, a fine way to finish his stay, whilst a measly nine points on the back nine gave Masa Sugaya the “silly hat” award. The presentation ended with brandy all round as Dave Heyes celebrated his birthday in a most generous fashion and even the
day’s hero Mr Phil could not resist the spirit of the occasion as he indulged for a very rare time. It had been a magical couple of days for the winner of the Green Jacket. “A” Flight (0-18) 1st Place – Phil Davies (12 ) -42 pts 2nd Place – Derek Phillips (18) -38 pts 3rd Place – Chris Barker (11) - 37 pts c/back “B” Flight (19+) 1st Place – John Chelo (19) - 36 pts c/back 2nd Place – Richard Dobson (26) – 36 pts 3rd Place – Barry Oats (28) - 35 pts Pattaya Links Golf Society is a PSC affiliated, friendly group and welcomes golfers of all levels. We play Monday ,Wednesday and Friday.” Links” Bar is towards the Southern end of Soi Buakhow. Check the Big board out front for upcoming games schedule. Sign up at Links Bar or online to join us for a fun day of competition golf.
TROPICAL GOLF GROUP Friday, 19 March, 2019 Bangpakong Riverside Country Club David Bailey rips Bangpakong apart with 45 points. It’s still high season for golf, and a good crowd of players met at BJ’s Holiday Lodge before making the trek up the 7. Bangpakong Riverside was in typically great condition. The Tropical golfers rang up some good scores, despite breezy conditions, and fairways that didn’t yield much roll. David Bailey had the score of the day with a fine, 45 points. In Tuesday’s results, we had a
total field of 27 players, with sixteen winners, spread over four flights. The top spot in A flight (0 –12) went to Landis Brooks’ 38 points from his handicap of 5. Second went to Bill Steinman (12), also with 38 points, but losing on count back. Third was John Davis (12) with 37 points. Rob Brown had the top nine hole score among non placers with 20 points. In the B flight, (13 – 19) Alan Sullivan (14), was first with 41 points. Brian Parish (13), second with 37, and Andre Van Dyk (16), third with 32 points. Bob Britton had the top nine hole score with
19 points. In the C flight (20 - 24), David Bailey (23), was first with 45 points. Walter Baechli (22) was second with 38 and Graham Buckingham (23) claimed third with 36 points. Kae Dayton had the best nine score with 18 points. In the D flight (25 and up), Roy Dayton (28), was first with 38 points. Karen Brown (31) was second, with 33 points. Henry Wong (28), third with 32 points, on count back over Barry Elphick. Barry did, however, have the best nine hole score with 18 points. Congratulations to all the winners.
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SIAM COUNTRY RESORT On Tuesday 12th March we went with 3 groups to Greenwood, where we played the B & C course. It was a beautiful day with a clear blue sky and a nice breeze. The course was as usual in good shape. The greens were a little bit slow, but fair. The fairways were good and dry, so we got some extra meters roll out. Dave Smith was in good form today. He played a solid round and won with 38 stable ford points. Second became Ian Waddell on his last round before going back to Qatar. He beats Willem Lasonder on the count back with 36 stable ford points. The par-3’s were a big problem today. Only 1 near pin for
Jonathan Pratt on the last par-3. Thursday 14th March was our venue Mountain Shadow. It was again a beautiful day with a clear blue sky, sun and a strong breeze. The course was in good condition, but already too dry on some spots. We had good scores today. Ty Anderson played a very consistent round and won with 40 stable ford points. He had some fabulous chip-ins into the hole and against the pin. He won with 40 stable ford points. Jonathan Pratt became second with 37 stable ford points. The nears to the pin were for Ty Anderson, Jonathan Pratt and Dave Smith (2x). Siam Country Resort Accom-
modation – Restaurant – Bar Siam Country Road, Soi Polo 1, 39 Moo 9 Pong, Banglamung. The location is just off Siam Country Club Rd, after going under the arch past the 7/11, turn right after 50 meters, with the venue on the left another 200 meters along. T 098 840 7594 E scrsiam@gmail.com W www.siamcountryresort.com Golf from here is generally played on Tuesday & Thursday, with the Resort hosting prompt presentations on both days. As a PSC affiliated venue we welcome all golfers. Call 089 253 5440 (Willem Lasonder) for scheduling or enquiries.
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BILLABONG WEDNESDAY, MARCH 13TH GREEN VALLEY STABLEFORD There is one thing you can guarantee with Thai ladies, they will never miss an opportunity to celebrate something –or anything come to think about it –they are very good at it and that is what was happening when we returned to the Billabong for it was Miss Paer’s birthday today and we were assailed with a wall of excitement from the party in the ladies room. Unfortunately her happy day was not reflected in her golf today but she was not alone for the overall scores were
not overly impressive. Perhaps it was the strong breeze or furry greens. Miss Porn (20) occupied 4th place with 32 points pipped at the post by Miss Thip (15) having one point more for 3rd place. Miss Sasicha (21) had a mixed bag on the back nine not being able to match the 20 points she had on the front, missing out on 1st place by a whisker on 34 points the same score as Miss May (11) surprisingly having a double bogey on the 15th hole par 3 but a better back nine put her into 1st place. Three players in the men’s competition left the rest of the field well behind today all three on 37 points 3 points clear
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of 4 th place Jeff North (10). Selwyn Wegner (14) had a great front nine with seven pars dropping shots on only 2 holes for 22 points but his ball decided not to co-operate after the turn and his 15 points was one short of Barry Copeskate (13) who had 21 points on the front nine but his 16 points had him in 2nd place. Fittingly, Lloyd Shuttleworth (4) who leaves for an extended trip and his last game for a while, recorded a gross 75 which included 11 pars and 2 birdies for 1st place. Only three 2s going to Sandy Chapo and 2 to Lloyd. William
CAFE KRONBORG AT PLUTALUANG 18TH MAR 2019 Cafe Kronborg played Plutaluang East and South on Monday 18th March, which we haven’t played for some time and it soon became apparent why West and North is the favoured of the two courses. The condition of the fairways was as expected, not good, not bad, but with some muddy tight lies depending where your ball finished. Some of the greens were having work done to them with unplayable areas which were unmarked. The rest of the putting surfaces were extremely tricky with the back 9 being a tad faster than the front. The grass is very grainy on these 18 and the slower 9 seemed to grab the ball and threw it off line if it wasn’t hit hard. A far cry from the true running greens of West and North. All that being said, the low season green fee was a bargain and somewhat made up for occasional rough area. Back in the clubhouse the scores were as expected, except for one
person who we think may have played a different 18 holes. Only he and he alone managed to beat his handicap with no-one else even close to matching theirs. There were 2 flights with the A flight 0 to 23 and the B flight 24 and above. The A Flight winner and master of East and South was Ty Anderson with an incredible 43 points, 24 of which coming on the front 9. This was a gross 77 off the stick, an exceptional day on an easy course, but nothing short of miraculous on these 18. Apparently his putter was glowing red when he came off the front nine. Second and third places were decided on countback with 2 mere mortals having 33 points, a full ten points behind Ty. Taking second place was Arne Max Pedersen with 18 points on the back and third was Richard Kubicki faltering on the back with 15 points. Arne once again scoring well and Richard showing signs of his swing changes starting to work. In B Flight the winner was Jan
Lovgreen with 33 points, another mortal persons’ score. Jan returning to the podium after unusually missing out last Thursday. Second was Kurt Sandgaard with 31 points, Kurt having his second 2nd placing in a row. In third place was Peter Hammond with 30 points. Peter being another podium regular this season, finding the magic touch after a tough season last year. As the group was smaller due to the imminent end of the season, there were no near pins or long putts today. R & CK A Flight (0-23) 1st Ty Anderson (12) 43 points 2nd Arne Max Pedersen (23) 33 points (Countback 18 points) 3rd Richard Kubicki (11) 33 points (Countback 15 points) B Flight (24 & Above) 1st Jan Lovgreen (24) 33 points 2nd Kurt Sandgaard (33) 31 points 3rd Peter Hammond (30) 30 points
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PSC ANNUAL CHARITY CLASSIC 2019 WEDNESDAY 6TH MARCH 23RD CHARITY CLASSIC Khao Kheow was the course chosen for this year’s Charity Classic playing the ‘A’ and ‘B’ nines with a 2 tee start. Tim, Nigel and Ing from the PSC office were at the course early to prepare for registration of the 85 players. As usual the course was in fine condition, the weather hot – but dry, and with the very helpful club house staff we were all set for a good day. The tee-times ran reasonably smoothly with Tim, the starter on ‘B’ and Jack the starter on ‘A’ but perhaps we at the PSC did not make it clear enough, that A was the first and B was the tenth, we will correct that next time. The traffic from Pattaya was exceptionally slow causing a slight delay but it’s the “no shows” no phone-call, which can mess up a pairs event like this. Please, if you sign up to play and can’t make it, let us know as soon as possible, thanks! However, with a few players patience and co-operation, we got in all sorted and everyone away on time. The Golf Hub sponsored the near pin competition on the island B8 green, as well as providing us with 2 very able ladies who orches-
trated a “keep you ball on the green” fun game. If your ball did not go in the water, your ticket went into a raffle, drawn in the evening. If it did go in, you could have another go at a price! Great idea and very good for the charities. All the other par 3’s were also sponsored, two of them by Tyrone’s TPR Golf Academy at Siam Country Club. Other sponsors for the day include:- Chris Dodd, Bangkok Pattaya Hospital, Casa Pascal Restaurant, The Classroom, Walter Baechli, 4 golfers from The Kronberg, Diana Garden Resort, Roman Golf Shop, Avani Hotel, Sinco, The Sportsman Pub & Restaurant, Mediterranean Garden Resort and of course many of the local golf courses; including Khao Kheow, Phoenix Gold, Eastern Star, Soi Dao, Pattana, Pattaya Country Club and last but not least Angkor Golf in Siem Reap. The evening festivities started at 6pm, with the excellent choice of buffet food provided by the wonderful Thai Garden Resort. After most of the 85 guests had finished eating, the resident band moved away and Nigel called everyone to order and introduced the 2019 PSC Golf Chairman Jack Moseley. However, a surprise visitor to the evening was Peter Malhotra, the
PSC President and Jack passed the microphone to Peter for a few welcoming words. (He got in the picture though as any good publisher should!) Jack expressed his appreciation for those taking part today with a special mention of the many generous sponsors. He also thanked Tim, Nigel, Ing and all the PSC office staff, for all the good work they did in staging this event. He went also to welcome the Japanese contingent, ten of them, the many new faces to Pattaya & to Pattaya Sports Club and of course the long-standing members. from left:- Peter LeNoury, Jack and Eddie Beilby It was then back to Nigel to announce the winners: however, it was last year’s runners up, (definitely not new faces) who got over the line first by just one shot. After an indifferent but solid front nine, Eddie got his act together on the back half to produce his ‘A’ game, helping him and Peter post, not only the best score of the day (46 points) but also the first score of the day; first off on course A and round in under 4 hours! The full result as below:1. Eddie Beilby and Peter LeNoury 46 points 2. Fumio Kakegawa and Satosi Kawakami 45 points (CB)
3. Lance Nomeland and Brenton Shaw 45 points (CB6) 4. Ning Neal and Onsee Lakda 45 points 5. Karen and Robert Brown 44 points (CB) 6. Chop Daprakhon and Galer Duangden 44 points Unfortunately, the ‘near pin’ result is incomplete, as someone decided to ‘kamoy’ our pin markers. We were left with only one on B8 and none on A3, so those prizes will be carried over to our next
event at Bangpra. The near pins which remained were won by:On A5 Mikael Anderson & Albert Bruce On B3 Andy Spence & Ning Neal On B8 Noksa Amphai. The next PSC golf event is the annual Club Championship, to be held at Bangpra on 2nd and 4th April. The first round is medal (stroke-play) for all divisions before putting the leaders into a second day of medal and the remain-
der into a ‘plate’ competition, playing stableford, having had their first day’s score converted to points. The evening event, remains undecided, depending on numbers:either the Barracuda on The Mercure. Finally, thanks to you all for your support and also to the many who expressed their appreciation for a fine day.
RAIN NEVER STOPPED PLAY
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from Burapha Phatthanasert International School. Younger teams from the Home and the School had met previously
at a tournament where both teams, after losing several matches, were playing not to be named the worst performing team of the competition. No sooner had the whistle been blown to start the match when the rain started to pour, and the downpour continued until well after the match was over. There was a lot of talent on both sides, including one Burapha player who is a member of the Thailand national under-15 side. After two halves the final score was 7-6 to the visitors, but with the promise of a return match the boys from the Children’s Home are hoping that the next game will go in their favour.
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THE ELECTRIC GUITAR – WELL, I NEVER KNEW!
The sexiest instrument on the planet, by far, is the Electric Guitar. It has been a massive part of popular music culture for many decades now and is such a versatile instrument, familiar to just about everyone. I, like most enthusiastic guitar players, have a large collection, some of which are there only to be looked at and admired. There is actually a formula for guitar players to decide how many guitars you actually need. This is… how many guitars you already have + 1. For my 49 years of playing all sorts and makes of electric guitar, the Gibson Les Paul and an almost overused Fender Stratocaster are my ‘go to’ favourites. However, until recently, I never knew that Leo Fender didn’t know how to play guitar. The inventor of the famous guitar brand, which includes the Telecaster and Stratocaster models (favored by Eric Clapton and Jimi Hendrix, among many others), never learned how to play his own instrument. Fender began as an accountant with a knack for repairing radios, later turning that hobby into a full-time electronics operation. The highly versatile Tele-
caster, which he developed in 1950, became the first mass-produced solid-body electric guitar. The Telecaster was originally named the Broadcaster but there was already a drum set with the same name. There was a period during which there was no name for the guitar and Fender produced guitars with no name on the headstock. These “Nocasaters” are
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pretty valuable as they are prized collector items. George Delmetia Beauchamp is just as important as Leo Fender and Les Paul. His name may not ring a bell, but Beauchamp designed the first fully functional guitar pickup and secured a US patent for the electric guitar in 1937. The pickup, which converts string vibrations into amplifiable electrical signals, makes an electric guitar work. Without one, there is no electric guitar. Beauchamp was also a founder of the popular Rickenbacker guitar brand alongside his friend and business partner Adolph Rickenbacker. Rickenbackers were often seen in use by both John Lennon and George Harrison in the era of the Beatles, also a ‘go to’ guitar for the classic rock sound of bands such as the Who and The Byrds.
first rock record with guitar feedback. 1964’s ‘I Feel Fine’ has a sound at the start that was accidentally discovered by the band and put to use on the single, thanks to their open-minded producer George Martin. The highest price paid for an electric guitar at an auction was $959,500 in 2004 for Eric Clapton’s ‘Blackie’ Stratocaster. That is a lot of guitar lessons! The Fender factory keeps busy. They produce nearly 90,000 strings a day. This is about 20,000 miles per year which is enough to circle the globe. They also make about 950 guitar necks per day! Some years they produce over 250,000 guitars. Banjos, mandolins and violins are also made there.
In 1950, Leo Fender tested the strength and durability of the guitar necks by balancing the neck between two chairs and standing on it! Jimi Hendrix’s tombstone has a Fender Stratocaster carved into it. Les Paul was in a car accident in 1948 and he asked the doctor to set his arm permanently in a guitar playing position. Oh yes….the electric guitar has been an important part of most people’s lives over the last 60 years in one form or another. Long may it continue to be so.
Hawaii was key in the development of the electric guitar. There was a giant Hawaiian craze in the 1910s and 1920s, with a rise in
popularity of the island’s sounds and culture (as often seen in movies). Integral to Hawaiian music is the Hawaiian-style steel guitar, which most of early electric guitar development modeled itself after. The first electric guitar was made out of cast aluminum. Hitting the market in 1932, the A-25 was also called the “Frying Pan”. The Beatles made the very
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RAMADA MOUNTAIN BAY On. Friday 9. March the Grand Opening of the new luxury condotel “Ramada Pattaya Mountain Bay” project took place with monks praying at the showroom on Third Road opposite Tony’s Gym. Many dignitaries attended the monk blessing and all was treated to food and drinks. At midday the owner and developer Chinese Mr. Neil Chan invited a select group for lunch at his Tara Court building on Phratamnak Road.
During the lunch Mr. Chan was interviewed by Pattaya People Television to announce all details about this new exciting project that is designed by the famous Hong Kong designers Henry and Joe Chan. They have created the whole hotel interior design lead of the fashion trend. Sea view, elegant concise fashionable personalized design make you feel the very high quality of life. The condotel will be managed by the
Ramada hotel brand. The location of the Ramada Pattaya Mountain Bay is on Soi 5 off Phratamnak Road on a 2400 square meters plot of land. There will be 201 units in the 23 stories building. Of special features there will be a Sky swimming pool on the 16th floor, a Sky Bar, Both an international and Chinese restaurant, a multifunctional conference hall, sauna, and a Sky Gym and Golf putting on the top floor.
MC GHIE COFFEE SHOP ANGEL 888 REAL ESTATE Owner of this well known real estate agency located on Thapraya Road, Khun Lydia Mazo celebrated the expansion of her offices and gave an interview to Pattaya People Television. Khun Lydia explained that a lot of land and properties is now sold to Chinese investors or companies where they are partners. So she state that we have good times ahead in the real business of Pattaya. 088-865-2662, 094-4916665, email: angel888realestate@gmail.com
Khun Pattamoporn “Pat” Mc Ghie is the owner of “Mc Ghie Coffee Shop” located in Soi 4 off Pattaya Second Road, next to the coffee shop is one of her many branches of “Saithong Health Massage Centers”. All staff at the massage center is educated with certificates so you will get real and healthy massage here. The same quality standard you will find in the coffee shop.
MOVIE STAR VISITING HAPPY BIRTHDAY KHUN SOM Khun Danaya”Jukkadui” Ratanatada and her Director husband Khun Sahamongkol “Dang” Nithan of Thai TV Channel 7 vis-
ited Pattaya and had dinner with their good friends Pattaya People Media Group Chairman Niels Colov and his wife Patsanan Colov
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at the fine dining restaurant Cafe des Amis on Thappraya Road Soi 11.
The always smiling and kind maid of Pattaya People Media Group offices in South Pattaya celebrated recently her birthday with other staff at the company. Khun Som is a very popular person in the PPMG Team, keeping the entire building clean as a whistle and cooking delicious food for everyone at the middle of the day. We all love you Khun Som, happy birthday may good health and more happiness come your way.
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ELTON JOHN TRIBUTE JERRY’S BACK IN TOWN
English Tim Tim Hedges who live in Banchang near Rayong is the excellent performer of an Elton John Tribute Show that has en-
tertained people in Pattaya for some time already. Pattaya People attended his show at Hemingway’s Pub in Jomtien re-
cently and was presented with a show full of energy and professionalism. Well done Tim.
SUPPORT FOR TEMPLE SCHOOL
Police Major General Phadol Prapanondha invited recently the Chairman of Pattaya People Media Group and members of the management team to attend and observe a MOU (Memorandum of Understanding) signing ceremony at the “Rongrian Pohloh Yorsorsor 80” located in the Wat Yarn area outside Pattaya. The school is for boys only and now 103 students are attending a 3 years study conducted by 11 teachers. The students are se-
lected from poor families from around Thailand, they live in the school and are following a normal curriculum, but also are taught
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good and disciplined behavior. The school was opened on 16. May 1994 on the land belonging to the Wat Yarn Sangwararam temple. The MOU signing took place with 8 schools, institutions and private businesses attending with all accepting to further the students education in many fields once they completed the 3 year term at the temple school. For anyone who would like to obtain further information how to support this magnificent school, please contact the school head master Khun Saikun Prananpang on 089-002-3956 or Police Major Phadol Prapanondha on 087-595-2499.
The Jerry Lee Levis impersonator Swedish Jerry Carlson came back to Pattaya to do nine shows during March exclusively at Linda’s Restaurant on Jomtien Second Road. Every night saw a full house of fans who enjoyed and danced to the many great rock and roll
songs very professional performed by Jerry Carlson with support of fellow Swedish drum sensation Haakan Nelson. Jerry are used to perform in Europe at big concert halls with a full stage show called The Legends, that is actually a rock and roll musical with Elvis Presley
and Roy Orbison impersonators as well as a big band and lots of visual effects. In Pattaya he enjoys the intimate small shows where he is in close contact with the audience.
JOHNNY REIMAR IN PATTAYA
Danish music legend Johnny Reimar visited Pattaya to make a donation to both the Father Ray Foundation and the Pattaya Orphanage as he has done for many years. An amazing man with a big heart.
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RADIO 96FM – SUNSHINE HITS…NOW ON TUNEIN The best commercial playlist of popular music in Pattaya can undoubtedly be heard on 96FM Pattaya People Radio. Continually being streamed online and available now on the free Pattaya People app, plus now available on the very popular TUNEIN app.. Many still prefer the FM transmission coming out of your radio box or car stereo and you can receive the signal all over Pattaya and as far away as Ocean Marina. The weekly schedule is: 8am to 12 noon – Morning Glory with Barry Upton
of recently produced creative fun Mash Ups. The playlist is constantly being updated to stay ‘up to date’ and a few quality tracks which merit airtime by local artists are also featured. For more information contact Pattaya People Media Group by emailing info@pattayapeople.com. SUNSHINE HITS on 96 – the best playlist of popular music in town, 24 hours a day. night’ under the banner ‘Sunshine Hits on 96’. The music policy, as programmed by station production manager/ presenter Barry Upton, who has a wealth of experience in all areas of the music business, is a healthy combination of classic oldies from the 50s, 60s, 70s and 80s, together with a splattering of the best of more recent hits including some Country Rock gems and the best
12 noon to 2pm – Let’s Do Lunch with John Pearson 2pm to 4pm – Afternoon Delight with Diana Mountanos 4pm to 6pm – The Sundowner Show with Barry Upton 6pm to 6.20pm – Thai News 6.20pm to 8am – All Night Long MSN International News in English is at 12 noon, 2pm, 4pm & 8pm All through the weekend, a full service of entertainment can be accessed. The Thai National Anthem is al-
ways respectfully played at 8am and 6pm everyday. Pattaya People Radio has been broadcasting for over 10 years now and is a vital part of the ExPat community providing the perfect soundtrack for the city together with important information. Many advertisers see a positive reaction to their sponsorship and enquiries are coming in almost every day. The mixture of fun pop music can be heard ‘all day and all of the
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