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CONTENTS COVER STORY 8

Absolute Beauty Clinic

WHAT’S HAPPENING? 7 10 11 12 14 16

Events In Pictures Movers and Shakers What’s On In Thailand in association with Inspire What’s On In Thailand October 2014 Events in Pictures Jester's Gala Whats Happening/Venue Listings Day-by-Day Events Guide

TRAVEL & ATTRACTIONS

48 Pattaya Attractions Learn To Dive With Seafari 50 Travel Thailand And Beyond Koh Tarutao

SCHOOL AND EDUCATION SPECIAL

52 The Importance of Internships 54 Interview with Carl Heaton 56 5 Things You Didn't Know You could Learn In Pattaya

FOOD & DRINK

60 Unravelling Street Food Som Tam Crazy 62 Dinner in Detail Da Vinci Restaurant 64 The Health Benefits of More Thai Vegetables

EXPAT LIVING

58 Green Pattaya 5 Things You Can Do For A Greener Pattaya 66 Health Chat Melanoma 68 Up Your Soi Beach Road Soi 7 & 8 69 Pattaya Bargain Hunter 70 Classroom 103 Trader Giant X Word 105 Sudoku 108 Star Books Quiz 110 Short Story Flight Of Fancy 111 Puzzle Solutions 112 A Fool in Paradise Sir, Please Stand On The Scales

SPORT & LEISURE 76 78 79 82

TPR Golf Academy Swingbyte Going Fishing with Roger Motor & Marine Trader News Talking Wheels with Edd Ellison

USEFUL INFORMATION

88 CLASSIFIED ADS 104 Travel Information and Social Clubs 106 Embassy and Consulate Listings 109 Get it Here! and Important Phone Numbers

BUSINESS

113 Business News 114 Grab Taxi 118 Where Should I Invest My Money? 120 Magna Carta Law Office Marrying A Thai National

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Every time I think that I have figured out Pattaya, I find I have more to learn than I care to admit. In fact there is a lot more to learn in Pattaya than one might think as we begin to discover in this months issue. Of course there is the language schools, Muay Thai, and Thai cooking classes but if you are feeling a little Zen there are Chinese painting classes and for the more adventurous maybe some pole dancing or windsurfing? We also welcome Absolute Beauty back with their series on the world of cosmetic surgery and beauty, this month focusing on eyes “the windows to our souls”. On the flipside we introduce an exciting project with Siam Oriental Condo, a long established Scandanavian developer in Pattaya. Things have been a little too quiet on air, so we are very excited to see the relaunch of our sister company Pattaya 105FM. Please tune in online or with the TuneIn app!.We will also be launching a 2nd Radio Station, Pattaya Non Stop Hits (70's, 80's, &90's) going live in the first week of October. As Pattaya grows and changes so do the people and the culture. So too changes the Pattaya Trader, although the changes are small this month, this issue is more of a team effort of our staff than ever before. It is our hope that moving forward you will see continual improvements to make the Pattaya Trader you know and love even better than ever. Assistant Editor

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CONTRIBUTORS THIS MONTH

Saisamon Wisedpakdee Brian S. Mike Bell Edd Ellison Neil Hutchison John Borthwick Mark Beales

Roger Belinda Wilson Ruby Sace David Thrifty TookTa Pakdee Andy McKay Chris Davison

Ivan Longland Tyrone Renggli Dan Cheeseman Matias Berra Kunyaluk Thubkhun

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What’s On

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Throughout Thailand

Pattaya Trader have teamed up with the guys from Inspire to share with you a selection of events, offers and suggestions for different things you could be doing outside of Pattaya throughout Thailand. Our showcase activity this month is snorkeling in Phuket.

Canada Vs. USA Bowling Friendly match up organized by the Thai-Canadian Chamber of Commerce and American Chamber of Commerce. Enter your teams and for more information via info@tccc.or.th before 14th July Where: Blu o Rhythm & Bowl, Siam Paragon When: 16th July 6:30pm

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‘Back to the Swing of Things’ Jazz Festival Thailands most influential music event held annually and is free for all lovers of international and local Jazz. Where: Suan Luang Rachinee When: Saturday 26th July 5pm-11pm The Columbia Trail Masters This is the first Thailand trail running championship open to all the family. Idela for those that love being in beautiful outdoor settings. Whilst also its great for your fitness. Where: Kaeng Krachan Resort and Country Club, Petchaburi When: Sunday 6th July

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Go Camping on Koh Ra Beach Derrek Wayne the Piano Man Derrek, all the way from San Franciso USA, will be playing throughout July at the trend setting beach hotel Twin Palms. Where: Twin Palms Hotel, Thalang District When: Throughout July from 8pm every evening except Sunday and Monday

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Showcase Activity in Thailand

Top 3 Snorkeling Destinations in Phuket Take a deep breath and lazily dive down into this magical kingdom and you’ll come as close to aquatic paradise as you’ll ever get. Phuket is a wonderful snorkeling destination. 1. Ao Sane Beach A 200-metre-long beach next to Nai Harn Beach in the south of the island, Ao Sane has huge granite boulders, and two distinct snorkelling areas; one is a sharp drop off out into deeper waters populated by parrot fish, clown fish and even the odd eel or two. 2. Laem Singh Beach This 150-metre beach is located under a steep promontory, in a restaurant-lined bay surrounded by palm trees and dotted with giant boulders. This beach is in between Kamala and Surin beaches and from the main Beach Road, two pathways lead down from two separate car parks located just to the north and to the south of the beach. 3. Kata Noi Beach This cosy little bay is found at the end of a beach-side cul-de-sac, just a few minutes’ drive over the hill from Kata beach. There’s not much to do in Kata Noi apart from admiring the wonderful scenery, which is precisely the point of coming here.

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What’s on in Thailand – October

he star sign for this month is Libra – the scales. In Thai, tula means balance so the correct term for this month is tulakhom. People born under this star sign are generally thought to be eventempered and well balanced, a handsome man, intelligent and kindly. Personally the most important day of this month is the fourth – my birthday. The party will be, as always, in Charlie Browns, soi 11, Sukhumvit, Bangkok. Most other dates pale into insignificance but on the following day, the 5th, there is a huge Vegetarian Festival. The festival is popular throughout Thailand and especially in areas with large populations of Chinese immigrants, such asBangkok, Chiang Mai, and Phuket. Farmers and greengrocers will descend en masse into the fields slaughtering plants by the million with nary a word of protest from the carnivores. You know how the Scots invented a mythical beast that supposedly inhabits Loch Ness and is responsible for millions of dollars of tourist money flooding into an otherwise blighted economy? Well the Thais, supreme copiers, have got in on the act. On the77h/8th Naga Fireball Festival takes place. TheNaga fireballs, also known

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to as the Mekong lights, or “bung fai paya nak” by the locals, is an unconfirmed phenomenon often seen on the Mekong river. Glowing balls are said to naturally rise from the water high into the air. The balls are reddish and have diverse size from smaller sparkles up to the size of basketballs; they quickly rise up to a couple of hundred metres before disappearing. The number of fireballs reported varies between tens and thousands per night, depending on the quantity of Lao Kao consumed. Objective observers who have witnessed this phenomenon report tracer bullets as probable cause. Now forgive my mirth but: unconfirmed phenomenon and tracer bullets would not attract this particular tourist. Wan Awk Phansa also on the 8th is literally the Final Day of the Lenten Season of the Thai/Laos observance of Vassa: some Buddhist lay people choose to observe Vassa by adopting more ascetic practices, such as giving up meat, alcohol, or smoking (was that a sigh of relief I hear?) The day is celebrated in Isaan by illuminated boat processions notably in Nakhom Phanom on the Mekong and inUbon Ratchathani on the Mun.

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The main ceremonies feature boats of 8–10 metres in length filled with offerings such as khao tom mat (sticky rice sweets wrapped in banana leaves) and decorated on the outside with flowers and candles. The boats are launched in the evening and blunder about in the dark. Wednesday October 23 is Chulalongkorn Day. Every year on October 23 the Thai people celebrate the life and reign of King Chulalongkorn on the anniversary of his death in 1910. This is a Thai public holiday so most government offices are closed – so don’t go to Immigration or the Police station as this would be a waste of time; in the latter case this applies to most other days as well.

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WHAT’S HAPPENING LIVE MUSIC AND SHOWS

Alangkarn Theatre (variety show), Sukhumvit Road (at 155km marker), Na Jomtien. Open 6pm onwards Thursday-Tuesday. Tel: 038 256 000 or 038 825 6007, www.alangkarnthailand.com Alcazar Show (cabaret), Second Road, North Pattaya. Open 6pm onwards. Tel: 038 410 2247 Ankor Night Club & Lounge (nightclub), Walking Street Soi 16 Aqua Bar (nightclub), Mercure Hotel, Soi 16, behind The Avenue, South Pattaya Bamboo Bar (live band), South Pattaya Road (20m to the left of Walking Street sign) Blues Factory (live blues band), Soi Lucky Star, off Walking Street. Open 8.30pm. www.thebluesfactorypattaya.com Colosseum Show Pattaya (cabaret), Thepprasit Road. Open 6pm. Tel: 038 906 530, email: rsvn@ColosseumShowPattaya.com, www.ColosseumShowPattaya.com Differ Pub (nightclub), North Pattaya. www.differ-pub.com Dusit D2 Baraquda Pattaya (live band), Second Road, South Pattaya. Tel: 038 769 999, email: d2pa@dusit.com FLB (live band), Walking Street Flexx Club (nightclub), behind McDonald’s, southern end of Walking Street Hopf House (house band & Italian tenor), Beach Road (cnr Soi 13/1) Insomnia (nightclub), Walking Street. www.clubinsomniapattaya.com Jazz Pit (jazz music), Soi 5, off Second Road, North Pattaya. www.pic-kitchen.com Lima Lima (nightclub), Bali-Hai Pier end of Walking Street. Tel: 089 990 2447 Lucifer’s Disko (live band), Walking Street Malibu (cabaret), Second Road, cnr Soi 13/2 (Soi Post Office) Mixx Discotheque (nightclub), Bali-Hai Pier end of Walking Street. www.mixx-discotheque.com Moon River Pub (live band), North Pattaya Road (front of Thai Garden Resort). Cross Colours Band starts 9pm. Tel: 038 370 616, email: reservation@thaigarden.com Play Club (nightclub), Soi Lucky Star, Walking Street. Open 10pm-6am every day Roija Gentleman’s Club (live music, soul), Thepprasit Soi 7, South Pattaya Rolling Stone 2 Bar (live rock n roll band), Walking Street, cnr Soi 16

The Pier (nightclub), Walking Street. Tel: 080 480 6661. Open 7:30pm to late The Rendezvous Resort, Lake Mabprachan Tiffany’s Show (cabaret), Second Road, North Pattaya. Open 6pm onwards. Tel: 038 421 700, www.tiffany-show.co.th Tony’s Entertainment Complex (live band), Walking Street. Tel: 038 425 795, www.tonydisco.com Utopia (live band), Soho Square, Walking Street

THE BIG GAME I-Rovers, Soi LK Metro, South Pattaya. Tel: 038 489 494, www.i-rovers.com. Jameson’s Irish Pub, Soi AR (Soi Sukrudee), Central Pattaya. Tel: 038 361 873, email: info@jamesons-pattaya.com, www.jamesons-pattaya.com Kilkenny Bar, Soi LK Metro, South Pattaya. Email: info@ kilkennypattaya.com, www.kilkennypataya.com Legends Pool & Sports Bar, Pattaya Klang (nr Third Road). www.legendspoolpattaya.com The Players Lounge, East Pattaya. www.theplayerslounge.asia Witherspoons, Soi Buakhow (nr Soi Lengkee), South Pattaya. Tel: 038 721 121, www.witherspoonspattaya.com

FOOD & DRINK Access Inn, Third Road, nr Soi Lengkee, www.accessinnpattaya.com Akvavit Grill & Bar, Jomtien Beach Road. Open 9:30pm to midnight. Tel: 038 233 672, www.akvavitjomtien.com Bruno’s Restaurant & Lounge Bar, Thappraya Road, Pattaya. Tel: 038 364 600, www.brunos-pattaya.com Dicey Reilly’s, Second Road, next to Royal Garden Plaza News Steaks & Grill, Thappraya Road, South Pattaya. Tel: 038 267 174, www.newssteaks.com Robin’s Nest Restaurant & Guesthouse, Soi Diana Inn. Tel: 038 720 194, www.robinsnestpattaya.com Tavern by the Sea, Beach Rd, North Pattaya Tel: 038 418 418 Wine Cellar, Naklua Soi 12, North Pattaya Tel: 038 226 054 or 080 204 5551

in PLEASE NOTE: All dates, times and details were correct (to the best of our knowledge) at the time of publication. Pattaya Trader is not responsible for the postponement, cancellation or relocation of events.

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Big C Cinema, Big C Shopping Mall, Second Road, North Pattaya Major Cineplex, The Avenue Mall, Second Road, South Pattaya. www.majorcineplex.com SF Cinema (6th Floor CentralFestival Shopping Mall), Central Pattaya. www.sfcinemacity.com

SOCIAL SCENE Anchor Coworking Space, Chaiyapruek Road. Tel: 038 231 540, www.anchorcoworking.com CouchSurfing, Triangle Bar, Soi Chaiyapoon, South Pattaya. www.couchsurfing.org Havana Bar, Hilton Hotel, Beach Road, South Pattaya Lions Club, Jomtien Branch, www.jomtienlions.org, email: jomtienlions@hotmail.com Momento Beach Club, Theprasit Soi 8, South Pattaya. Tel: 038 422 114, www.momentobeach.com Pattaya Expats Club, www.pattayaexpatsclub.info Pattaya City Expats Club, www.pattayacityexpatsclub.com Planet Earth Beach Club, Jomtien. www.planetearth.in.th Rotary Club Eastern Seaboard, Siam Bayshore Hotel, South Pattaya. www.rotary-es.org Rotary Club, Jomtien-Pattaya, Royal Cliff Beach Resort, Pratamnak Road. www.rotaryjomtienpattaya.org Royal British Legion, Tropical Bert’s Bar, Soi 6/1, Central Pattaya. Tel: 089 807 2335 or 038 361 887. Veterans of Foreign Wars, Soi Diana Inn, South Pattaya. www.vfwpost9876.com

SPORTS & LEISURE Archery Club, Pattaya Shooting Park, Huay Yai. www.pattayaarcheryclub.com Backgammon, B.G. House & Restaurant, Thepprasit Road, South Pattaya. Tel: 081 664 9085, www.blot.asia Bira Circuit, www.bira.co.th Bridge Club, Altos Restaurant, Thappraya Road (nr overpass) Cheers Bar, Pattayaland Soi 2 (Soi 13/4), South Pattaya. Monday Quiz League and Wednesday League, pattayaquizleague@hotmail.com Chess Club, Brauhaus Restaurant, Second Road between Soi 7 & 8 Cricket Club, Horseshoe Point. Email: pattayacricketclub@gmail.com Darts, www.pattayadarts.com Hash House Harriers, PH3 www.pattayah3.com

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AT THE MOVIES

Hash House Harriers, PBH3 Bush Hash House Harriers www.pattayahash.com/pattayabush.html Hash House Harriers, PJMH3 Jungle Monkey Hash House Harriers www.pattayahash.com/monkey.html Hash House Harriers, PJH3 www.pattayajungle.com Lawn Bowls (indoor; for school-age and college children), Coco Club, behind Phoenix Golf, Baan Amphur. Sue: 087 1358357 Megabreak Pool, Soi Diana Inn, South Pattaya. Tel: 086 033 6617 Muay Thai, Pattaya Boxing World, Sukhumvit Road, North Pattaya. Tel: 038 726 203, www.pattayaboxingworld.com Nervous Wreck Bar, Soi Yamato (Soi 13/1), South Pattaya. Monday Quiz League and Wednesday League, pattayaquizleague@ hotmail.com Ocean Marina Yacht Club, Sukhumvit Hwy (km 157), Jomtien. Tel: 038 237 310, www.oceanmarinayachtclub.com Palmers Bar, Pattayaland Soi 2 (Soi 13/4), South Pattaya. Monday Quiz League, pattayaquizleague@hotmail.com Petanque, email: petanque.Th@gmail.com Planet Football, Soi Siam Country Club, Eastern Pattaya Tel: 038 248 212, www.pattayafootball.com Pole Dancing Classes, Tony’s Fitness Wong Amat Gym, Naklua Soi 16 Polo, Horsehoe Point, end of Soi Siam Country Club, East Pattaya. Tel: 081 835 2419, email: santithaipoloclub@yahoo.com Polo, Huay Yai. Tel: 02 663 045; 02 258 0194. www.poloescape.com Pool www.pattaya-funtown.com/pattaya_pool_league QueenVictoriaInn,Soi6,CentralPattaya.www.queenvicpattaya.com. Wednesday League, pattayaquizleague@hotmail.com Rest Stop, Soi Chaiyapoon, South Pattaya. Monday Quiz League and Wednesday League, pattayaquizleague@hotmail.com Royal Varuna Yacht Club, Pratamnak Rd, South Pattaya. Tel: 038 250 116, www.varuna.org Rugby (Touch), Horseshoe Point, next to Siam Country Club. Email: pjcrouch@hotmail.com Seafari Dive Center, Soi 12, South Pattaya. www.seafari.co.th Shenanigans, Jomtien Complex, Thappraya Road, Jomtien. Open 11:00am until late every day. Tel: 038 303 490, www.shenanigansthailand.com Softball, pickup games at Thai Polo Club. Email: scrabbleking@ yahoo.com Tennis, (for children and teenagers 10-16 only) Ambassador City Tennis Courts, Jomtien The Londoner, Soi Post Office (soi 13/2), South Pattaya. Monday Quiz League and Wednesday League, pattayaquizleague@ hotmail.com The Ranch, Third Road (opp. The Village), South Pattaya. Monday Quiz League, pattayaquizleague@hotmail.com The Sportsman Pub, Beach Road Soi 13, South Pattaya. www.sportsmanpub.com, Tel: 038 710 609 Yoga, Balaji Studio, Soi South Pattaya 24. Tel: 089 748 6204, www.balajiyoga.com

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WED

SPORTS & LEISURE

1pm Pattaya Bridge Club Where: Altos Restaurant

3pm Pattaya Cricket Club Practice Where: Horseshoe Point All welcome.

8pm Fight Night

Where: Pattaya Boxing World

8.30pm Wednesday Quiz League The Ranch v The Londoner Palmers v Nervous Wreck Queen Victoria v Rest Stop Shagwell v Cheers

FOOD & DRINK Men’s Night

6pm Thai Contemporary Night

Where: Oceana Restaurant, Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Enjoy a selection of traditional Thai dishes such as som tum, tom yum goong, choo chee curry, Phad Thai and the Issan grilled specialties and Thai contemporary dance. 800THB++ per person. Beverages not included.

6pm Wednesday Carvery

Where: Megabreak Pool

Where: Ankor Night Club & Lounge Free Tequila with any drink.

4pm Club Petanque Thailand

10am International Variety Breakfast

6pm Multi-cuisine Buffet

4pm 10-ball handicap

Where: Soi Nernpleubwan

6.30pm Expats Six-a-Side Football Where: Planet Football

Where: Cucumber Pub & Restaurant Start from 150THB to 230THB.

2pm Draft Beer Promotion

Where: Witherspoons Pub Magners 175THB, Heineken 100THB, Guinness 150THB, Old Speckled Hen 175THB.

5pm Happy Go Lucky

Where: Sheraton Resort Happy Hour at Latitude Lounge and Infiniti Forensics. Buy one get one free. Lasts until 7pm.

5pm Sunset Session

Where: Horizon Bar, Hilton Hotel Buy one get one free on signature cocktails until 7pm.

5pm Ladies Night

Where: Aqua Bar Ladies get two free drinks.

Where: Dicey Reilly’s Irish Pub 350THB per person. Where: Thai Garden Resort 399THB per adult. 199 per child under 12. Free for under 4s.

6.30pm Bistro Night Revisited

Where: The Beach Club, Pullman Pattaya Hotel G Delicious three-course dinner for 690THB per person. Part of Culinary Week with Chef Zhao Xu from Beijing.

6.30pm Themed Buffet

Where: Tavern By The Sea Different theme every night.

8pm Ladies Night

Where: Access Inn Free cocktail for ladies.

LIVE MUSIC AND SHOWS Cabaret

6pm Alcazar Show 6pm Colosseum Show 6pm Tiffany’s Show

Live Band

8pm Bamboo Bar 8.30pm Blues Factory FLB 8.45pm Hopf House 7pm Jazz Pit 9pm Moon River Pub 8pm Rolling Stone 2

8pm Tony’s Entertainment Complex 9pm Utopia

Live DJ

9pm Flexx Club 8pm Insomnia 9pm LimaLima 10pm Play Club 10pm Mixx Discotheque 7.30pm The Pier

8pm Charity Concert for Banglamung Elderly Home

Where: Da Claudio Restuarant Featuring Dutch Baritone Ronald Willemsen.

SOCIAL SCENE 4pm Motor Auction Where: Collingbourne Auctioneers

6.45pm Rotary Club of Jomtien-Pattaya meeting Where: Royal Cliff Beach Resort

7pm Polyglot Club

Where: Anchor Coworking Space Language exchange club. Free and open to all.

7.30pm CouchSurfers meeting

Where: Triangle Bar

7.30pm Toss the Boss Where: Shenanigans

9pm Bingo Night

Where: The Bondi Jomtien Beach Nine prizes of vouchers for the Bondi or local venues, bottles of alcohol and the chance to win the rollover Jackpot!

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2pm Draft Beer Promotion

SPORTS & LEISURE Double Top Darkside League

Where: Witherspoons Pub Magners 175THB, Heineken 100THB, Guinness 150THB, Old Speckled Hen 175THB.

10am Pattaya Archery Club

5pm Happy Go Lucky

Where: Pattaya Shooting Park All welcome; equipment and coaching provided.

4pm Safecracker

Where: Shenanigans Chance to win a 10,000THB voucher.

5pm Sunset Session

Where: Horizon Bar, Hilton Hotel Buy one get one free on signature cocktails until 7pm.

7pm Pattaya Panthers and Panties (mixed) Touch Rugby

5pm Sangria Night

Where: Horseshoe Point

7pm Pole Dancing Class

Where: Tony’s Wongamat Gym Free for members. 99 THB per class for non-members.

Where: Aqua Bar Sangria only 150THB per glass. Buy one, get one free.

6pm German Buffet with Roasted Pig

8pm Bamboo Bar 8.30pm Blues Factory FLB 8.45pm Hopf House 7pm Jazz Pit 8pm Rolling Stone 2 8pm Tony’s Entertainment Complex 9pm Utopia

Lounge, Dusit D2 Baraquda Hotel Featuring Aht Gunlayanakupt, runner-up in 2011 "Thailand's Got Talent".

SOCIAL SCENE

Live DJ

9pm Flexx Club 8pm Insomnia 9pm LimaLima 10pm Play Club 10pm Mixx Discotheque 7.30pm The Pier

6pm Rotary Club Eastern Seaboard meeting Where: Siam Bayshore Hotel

7pm DJ Diva

Where: Ruffino Restaurant & Lounge, Centara Grand Resort

8pm Romance Jazz on the Roof Where: Rooftop Sunset

Where: Thai Garden Resort 399THB per adult. 199 per child under 12. Free for under 4s.

7pm Pool Tournament Where: Megabreak Pool

8pm Pub Quiz

Where: The Red Lion, Soi Khao Noi

9pm Pub Quiz

Where: The Sportsman Open to anyone.

6.30pm Wine Dinner

Where: The Beach Club, Pullman Pattaya Hotel G 2,400THB per person. Part of Culinary Week with Chef Zhao Xu from Beijing.

6.30pm Themed Buffet

FOOD & DRINK

Where: Tavern By The Sea

Tex Mex Thursday

Where: Dicey Reilly’s Irish Pub Mexican menu. All dishes 199THB, Margarita cocktail 99THB.

10am International Variety Breakfast

Where: Sheraton Resort Happy Hour at Latitude Lounge and Infiniti Forensics. Buy one get one free. Lasts until 7pm.

Live Band

Where: Cucumber Pub & Restaurant Start from 150THB to 230THB.

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9pm Buy 2 get 1 free on Cocktails Where: News Steak & Grill

LIVE MUSIC AND SHOWS Cabaret

6pm Alangkarn Theatre 6pm Alcazar Show 6pm Colosseum Show 6pm Tiffany’s Show

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FRI

SPORTS & LEISURE Nitto 3K Racing

Where: Bira Circuit

Buffalo Jack’s Darts League 1pm Pattaya Bridge Club Where: Altos Restaurant

3pm Zumba Session

Where: Planet Earth Beach Club 200THB entrance fee. Features professional Zumba instructor.

6.30pm Expats Six-a-Side Football Where: Planet Football

6.45pm Yoga Training Workshop

Where: Balaji Yoga Workshop by Ravinder Jangra from India. Second session begins at 8pm.

8pm Fight Night

Where: Pattaya Boxing World

FOOD & DRINK Steak Night

Where: Dicey Reilly’s Irish Pub Fresh and tender tenderloin steak all day only 299THB.

10am International Variety Breakfast

Where: Cucumber Pub & Restaurant Start from 150THB to 230THB.

2pm Draft Beer Promotion

Where: Witherspoons Pub Magners 175THB, Heineken 100THB, Guinness 150THB, Old Speckled Hen 175THB.

5pm Happy Go Lucky

Where: Sheraton Resort Happy Hour at Latitude Lounge and Infiniti Forensics. Buy one get one free. Lasts until 7pm.

5pm Sunset Session

Where: Horizon Bar, Hilton Hotel Buy one get one free on signature cocktails until 7pm.

5pm Mojito Night

Where: Aqua Bar Mojitos only 150THB.

6pm Thai Buffet

Where: Thai Garden Resort 399THB per adult. 199 per child under 12. Free for under 4s.

6pm Indian Buffet

Where: The Players Lounge 299THB for all you can eat.

6.30pm International Buffet

Live Band

8pm Bamboo Bar 8.30pm Blues Factory FLB 8.45pm Hopf House 7pm Jazz Pit 9pm Moon River Pub 8pm Rolling Stone 2 8pm Tony’s Entertainment Complex 9pm Utopia

Live DJ

9pm Flexx Club 8pm Insomnia 9pm LimaLima 10pm Play Club 7.30pm The Pier

6.30pm Acoustic by Yves Baron

Where: Centara Grand Resort

7pm DJ Diva

Where: Ruffino Restaurant & Lounge, Centara Grand Resort

7pm William Strattan Touricks plays ‘60s/’70s music Where: Shenanigans

Where: The Beach Club, Pullman Pattaya Hotel G 1,190THB per person. Part of Culinary Week with Chef Zhao Xu from Beijing.

8pm Romance Jazz on the Roof

6.30pm Themed Buffet

Where: Hard Rock Café Four guest DJs playing deep house, techno and other groovy tunes laced with rock ‘n‘ roll.

Where: Tavern By The Sea

AT THE MOVIES NEW RELEASES: Mary Kom

LIVE MUSIC AND SHOWS Cabaret

6pm Alangkarn Theatre 6pm Alcazar Show

6pm Colosseum Show 6pm Tiffany’s Show

Where: Rooftop Sunset Lounge, Dusit D2 Baraquda Hotel

9pm Mix Tape

SOCIAL SCENE Irish Party

Where: Murphy’s Law

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Super Saturday Specials

SPORTS & LEISURE

Where: Robin’s Nest Heineken 89THB, Guinness 160THB, Tiger Light 59THB.

Nitto 3K Racing

Where: Bira Circuit

Club Sailing Coaching

Where: Royal Varuna Yacht Club

Pattaya Bush Hash

Pattaya Bush Hash House Harriers

12noon International Buffet (with a Scandinavian touch)

Where: Akvavit Grill & Bar Only 295THB.

10am International Variety Breakfast

8.30am International Tennis Players Academy Where: Ambassador City Tennis Courts For children and teenagers aged from 10-16 of intermediate level skill.

Where: Cucumber Pub & Restaurant Start from 150THB to 230THB.

2pm Draft Beer Promotion

Where: Witherspoons Pub Magners 175THB, Heineken 100THB, Guinness 150THB, Old Speckled Hen 175THB.

10am Pattaya Archery Club

Where: Pattaya Shooting Park All welcome; equipment and coaching provided.

11am Indoor Lawn Bowls

Where: Coco Club Free for school or college-aged children.

3pm Pattaya Cricket Club Practice Where: Horseshoe Point

4pm Club Petanque Thailand

5pm Happy Go Lucky

Where: Sheraton Resort Happy Hour at Latitude Lounge and Infiniti Forensics. Buy one get one free. Lasts until 7pm.

5pm Sunset Session

Where: Horizon Bar, Hilton Hotel Buy one get one free on signature cocktails until 7pm.

LIVE MUSIC AND SHOWS Cabaret

6pm Alangkarn Theatre 6pm Alcazar Show 6pm Colosseum Show 6pm Tiffany’s Show

Live Band

8pm Bamboo Bar 8.30pm Blues Factory FLB 8.45pm Hopf House 7pm Jazz Pit 9pm Moon River Pub 8pm Rolling Stone 2 8pm Tony’s Entertainment Complex 9pm Utopia

Live DJ

7pm DJ Diva

Where: Ruffino Restaurant & Lounge, Centara Grand Resort

8pm Romance Jazz on the Roof

Where: Rooftop Sunset Lounge, Dusit D2 Baraquda Hotel Featuring Aht Gunlayanakupt, runner-up in 2011 "Thailand's Got Talent".

SOCIAL SCENE 11am General Auction Where: Collingbourne Auctioneers

9pm Flexx Club 8pm Insomnia 9pm LimaLima 10pm Play Club 7.30pm The Pier

2pm Balearica

6.30pm Acoustic by Yves Baron

Where: The Beach Club, Pullman Pattaya Hotel G Dress in white and enjoy sets by One Touch and DJ Alex Fischer.

Where: Centara Grand Resort

Where: Momento Beach Club Free entrance.

7pm Beach Party: Make It White!

6pm International Buffet

Where: Thai Garden Resort 399THB per adult. 199 per child under 12. Free for under 4s.

Where: Soi Nernpleubwan

6.45pm Yoga Training Workshop

6.30pm International Buffet

Where: Balaji Yoga

7pm Pole Dancing Class

Where: Tony’s Wongamat Gym Free for members. 99 THB per class for non-members.

FOOD & DRINK

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Where: The Beach Club, Pullman Pattaya Hotel G 1,190THB per person. Part of Culinary Week with Chef Zhao Xu from Beijing.

6.30pm Themed Buffet Where: Tavern By The Sea

Saturday Steak & Wine

Where: Dicey Reilly’s Get a free glass of wine or beer with a rib-eye or t-bone steak. Add your event to our listings! Email: pattayatrader@pattayatrader.com

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SUN

SPORTS & LEISURE Nitto 3K Racing

Where: Bira Circuit

Club Sailing Coaching

Where: Royal Varuna Yacht Club

Darkside Fun Pool League Pattaya Jungle Hash

Pattaya Jungle Hash House Harriers

10am Pattaya Archery Club

Where: Pattaya Shooting Park

12noon Pattaya Sports Club Softball Recreational pick-up games

2pm Sunday Calling

Where: Thai Polo Club

Where: Momento Beach Club Barbecue at the swimming pool. 290THB each.

2pm Pattaya Backgammon League

2pm Draft Beer Promotion

Where: B.G. House & Restaurant

6pm 9-ball handicap Where: Megabreak Pool

FOOD & DRINK 10am International Variety Breakfast

Where: Cucumber Pub & Restaurant Start from 150THB to 230THB.

12noon Classic Sunday Lunches

Where: Coco's Bistro & Coffee Lounge Choice of three meats. Prices from 295 THB.

12noon International Buffet (with a Scandinavian touch)

Where: Akvavit Grill & Bar Only 295THB.

12noon Sunday Cavery Buffet

Where: Dicey Reilly’s Irish Pub and The Sportsman

Where: Witherspoons Pub Magners 175THB, Heineken 100THB, Guinness 150THB, Old Speckled Hen 175THB.

5pm Happy Go Lucky

Where: Sheraton Resort Happy Hour at Latitude Lounge and Infiniti Forensics. Buy one get one free. Lasts until 7pm.

5pm Sunset Session

Where: Horizon Bar, Hilton Hotel Buy one get one free on signature cocktails until 7pm.

6pm Steak & Skewers Buffet

Where: Thai Garden Resort

6.30pm Themed Buffet Where: Tavern By The Sea

LIVE MUSIC AND SHOWS Cabaret

6pm Alangkarn Theatre 6pm Alcazar Show 6pm Colosseum Show 6pm Tiffany’s Show

Live Band

8pm Bamboo Bar 8.30pm Blues Factory FLB 8.45pm Hopf House 7pm Jazz Pit 9pm Moon River Pub 8pm Rolling Stone 2 8pm Tony’s Entertainment Complex 9pm Utopia

9pm Mixx Discotheque 10pm Play Club 7.30pm The Pier

6.30pm Acoustic by Yves Baron

Where: Centara Grand Resort

7pm William Strattan Touricks plays ‘60s/’70s music Where: Shenanigans

7pm We Love Sunday, We Love Johnnie Walker Where: Club Insomnia

SOCIAL SCENE 10am Jesters Children's Fair

Where: The Regent's School For more information, visit: www.care4kids.info/index. php/event/children-s-fair

10.30am Pattaya City Expats Club

Where: Tavern By The Sea

11.30am Pattaya Expats Club Where: Mercure Hotel

2pm Royal British Legion Thailand meeting Where: Tropical Bert’s Bar

7pm Sunday Salsa Social Venue

Where: Le Saint-Régis Pattaya

7pm Werewolves Game

Where: Anchor Coworking Space Rules will be explained by game master Kaizoku in just five minutes. Games designed for 10-15 players, last approximately 30 minutes and will be run in English.

Live DJ

9pm Flexx Club 9pm LimaLima

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5pm Happy Go Lucky

Live DJ

5pm Sunset Session

8pm iBar Hip Hop Party

Where: Sheraton Resort Happy Hour at Latitude Lounge and Infiniti Forensics. Buy one get one free. Lasts until 7pm.

AsiaBackpackers Darts SuperLeague Bira Bike Day

Where: Bira Circuit Motorbike practice.

East Pattaya Pool League 1pm Pattaya Bridge Club Where: Altos Restaurant

Where: Horizon Bar, Hilton Hotel Buy one get one free on signature cocktails until 7pm.

9pm Flexx Club 9pm LimaLima 10pm Play Club 7.30pm The Pier

Where: Insomnia

6pm Happy Mondays

Where: News Steaks & Grill Buy one meal from the regular menu, get another of equal or lesser value free of charge.

2.45pm Pattaya Hash House Harriers Where: Lek Hotel

6.30pm Expats Six-a-Side Football Where: Planet Football

5pm Game Night

6pm Pizza & Pasta Buffet

Where: Thai Garden Resort 399THB per adult. 199 per child under 12. Free for under 4s.

6.30pm The Original Cowboy Night

Where: Aqua Bar Buy one beer, get one free.

8pm Pub Quiz

Where: Shenanigans Anyone welcome to create a team of one to six players.

Where: Flames Restaurant, Centara Grand Mirage Magnificent steak and grilled BBQ buffet for 999THB++ per person.

6.30pm Themed Buffet

8.30pm 8-ball Pool League

Where: Tavern By The Sea

LIVE MUSIC AND SHOWS

8.30pm Monday Quiz League

The Ranch v Cheers The Londoner v Palmers Nervous Wreck v Mai's Bar Solo v Rest Stop

Cabaret

6pm Alangkarn Theatre 6pm Alcazar Show 6pm Colosseum Show 6pm Tiffany’s Show

FOOD & DRINK

Live Band

10am International Variety Breakfast

Where: Cucumber Pub & Restaurant Start from 150THB to 230THB.

2pm Draft Beer Promotion

Where: Witherspoons Pub Magners 175THB, Heineken 100THB, Guinness 150THB, Old Speckled Hen 175THB.

8pm Bamboo Bar 8.30pm Blues Factory FLB 8.45pm Hopf House 7pm Jazz Pit 9pm Moon River Pub 8pm Rolling Stone 2 8pm Tony’s Entertainment Complex 9pm Utopia

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SPORTS & LEISURE

Crumpton Oaks Darts League Double Top Darts Double-In Darkside League Bira Car & Truck Day Where: Bira Circuit Car and truck practice.

10am Pattaya Archery Club

Where: Pattaya Shooting Park All welcome; equipment and coaching provided.

6.30pm Pattaya Chess Club

FOOD & DRINK

Where: Brau Haus Everybody welcome. Lessons available. Boards and clocks provided.

Pizza and Pasta

7pm Pole Dancing Class

10am International Variety Breakfast

Where: Tony’s Wongamat Gym Free for members. 99 THB per class for non-members.

8pm iBar Killer Pool Where: Insomnia

8.30pm Ladies 9-ball handicap

Where: Megabreak Pool

Where: Dicey Reilly’s Irish Pub

Where: Cucumber Pub & Restaurant Start from 150THB to 230THB.

2pm Draft Beer Promotion

Where: Witherspoons Pub

5pm Happy Go Lucky Where: Sheraton Resort Buy one get one free.

5pm Sunset Session

Where: Horizon Bar, Hilton Hotel Buy one get one free.

6pm Asian & Thai Dinner Buffet Where: Ginger and Lime, Centara Grand Mirage 555THB++ per person.

6pm BBQ Buffet

Where: Thai Garden Resort 399THB per adult. 199 per child under 12. Free for under 4s.

6pm Wine & Tapas Evening

Where: Witch's Oyster Bar & Restaurant, Soi Ruamrudee

6.30pm Themed Buffet Where: Tavern By The Sea

LIVE MUSIC AND SHOWS Cabaret

6pm Alangkarn Theatre 6pm Alcazar Show 6pm Colosseum Show 6pm Tiffany’s Show

Live Band

8pm Bamboo Bar 8.30pm Blues Factory FLB 8.45pm Hopf House 7pm Jazz Pit 9pm Moon River Pub 8pm Rolling Stone 2 8pm Tony’s Entertainment Complex 9pm Utopia

Live DJ

9pm Flexx Club 8pm Insomnia 8pm Mixx Discotheque 9pm LimaLima 10pm Play Club 7.30pm The Pier

SOCIAL SCENE Russian Night

Where: Ankor Night Club & Lounge Free special vodka shots for girls.

1pm Veterans of Foreign Wars of the United States meeting Where: Diana Inn

8pm Wine Night Promotion

Where: Access Inn All bottles 999THB, all glasses 99THB.

9pm Buy 2 get 1 free on Cocktails Where: News Steak & Grill

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SPORTS & LEISURE 1pm Pattaya Bridge Club Where: Altos Restaurant

3pm Pattaya Cricket Club Practice Where: Horseshoe Point All welcome.

5pm Sunset Session

Where: Horizon Bar, Hilton Hotel Buy one get one free on signature cocktails until 7pm.

5pm Ladies Night

4pm 10-ball handicap Where: Megabreak Pool

Where: Aqua Bar Ladies get two free drinks.

4pm Club Petanque Thailand

6pm Thai Contemporary Night

Where: Soi Nernpleubwan

6.30pm Expats Six-a-Side Football Where: Planet Football

Where: Pattaya Boxing World

8.30pm Wednesday Quiz League

Cheers v The Ranch Nervous Wreck v The Londoner Palmers v Queen Victoria Rest Stop v Shagwell

FOOD & DRINK

8pm Charity Concert for Banglamung Elderly Home

Where: Da Claudio Restuarant Featuring Dutch Baritone Ronald Willemsen.

SOCIAL SCENE 4pm Motor Auction Where: Collingbourne Auctioneers

6.45pm Rotary Club of Jomtien-Pattaya meeting Where: Royal Cliff Beach Resort

7pm Polyglot Club

Where: Anchor Coworking Space Language exchange club. Free and open to all.

7.30pm Toss the Boss Where: Shenanigans

9pm Bingo Night

Where: The Bondi Jomtien Nine prizes of vouchers for the Bondi or local venues, bottles of alcohol and the chance to win the rollover Jackpot!

6pm Multi-cuisine Buffet

Where: Thai Garden Resort 399THB per adult. 199 per child under 12. Free for under 4s.

6.30pm Themed Buffet

Where: Tavern By The Sea Different theme every night. Where: Access Inn Free cocktail for ladies.

Where: Ankor Night Club & Lounge Free Tequila with any drink.

LIVE MUSIC AND SHOWS Cabaret

10am International Variety Breakfast

Where: Cucumber Pub & Restaurant Start from 150THB to 230THB.

Where: Witherspoons Pub Magners 175THB, Heineken 100THB, Guinness 150THB, Old Speckled Hen 175THB. Where: Sheraton Resort Happy Hour at Latitude

9pm Flexx Club 8pm Insomnia 9pm LimaLima 10pm Play Club 10pm Mixx Discotheque 7.30pm The Pier

8pm Ladies Night

Men’s Night

5pm Happy Go Lucky

6pm Wednesday Carvery

Where: Dicey Reilly’s Irish Pub 350THB per person.

8pm Fight Night

2pm Draft Beer Promotion

Where: Oceana Restaurant, Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort

Live DJ

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WED

6pm Alcazar Show 6pm Colosseum Show 6pm Tiffany’s Show

Live Band

8pm Bamboo Bar 8.30pm Blues Factory FLB 8.45pm Hopf House 7pm Jazz Pit 9pm Moon River Pub 8pm Rolling Stone 2 8pm Tony’s Entertainment Complex 9pm Utopia

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SPORTS & LEISURE

Double Top Darkside League 10am Pattaya Archery Club

Where: Pattaya Shooting Park All welcome; equipment and coaching provided.

4pm Safecracker

Where: Shenanigans Chance to win a 10,000THB voucher.

7pm Pattaya Panthers and Panties (mixed) Touch Rugby Where: Horseshoe Point

7pm Pole Dancing Class

Where: Tony’s Wongamat Gym Free for members. 99 THB per class for non-members.

7pm Pool Tournament Where: Megabreak Pool

10am International Variety Breakfast

Where: Cucumber Pub & Restaurant Start from 150THB to 230THB.

2pm Draft Beer Promotion

Where: The Red Lion, Soi Khao Noi

Where: Witherspoons Pub Magners 175THB, Heineken 100THB, Guinness 150THB, Old Speckled Hen 175THB.

9pm Pub Quiz

5pm Happy Go Lucky

8pm Pub Quiz

Where: The Sportsman Open to anyone.

FOOD & DRINK Tex Mex Thursday

Where: Dicey Reilly’s Irish Pub Mexican menu. All dishes 199THB, Margarita cocktail 99THB.

Where: Sheraton Resort Happy Hour at Latitude Lounge and Infiniti Forensics. Buy one get one free. Lasts until 7pm.

5pm Sunset Session

Where: Horizon Bar, Hilton Hotel Buy one get one free on signature cocktails until 7pm.

5pm Sangria Night

Where: Aqua Bar Sangria only 150THB per glass. Buy one, get one free.

6pm German Buffet with Roasted Pig

Where: Thai Garden Resort 399THB per adult. 199 per child under 12. Free for under 4s.

6.30pm Themed Buffet Where: Tavern By The Sea

Live Band

8pm Bamboo Bar 8.30pm Blues Factory FLB 8.45pm Hopf House 7pm Jazz Pit 8pm Rolling Stone 2 8pm Tony’s Entertainment Complex 9pm Utopia

Live DJ

9pm Flexx Club 8pm Insomnia 9pm LimaLima 10pm Play Club 10pm Mixx Discotheque 7.30pm The Pier

7pm DJ Diva

Where: Ruffino Restaurant & Lounge, Centara Grand Resort

8pm Romance Jazz on the Roof Where: Rooftop Sunset Lounge, Dusit D2 Baraquda Hotel Featuring Aht Gunlayanakupt, runner-up in 2011 "Thailand's Got Talent".

SOCIAL SCENE 6pm Rotary Club Eastern Seaboard meeting

Where: Siam Bayshore Pattaya Hotel

9pm Buy 2 get 1 free on Cocktails Where: News Steak & Grill

LIVE MUSIC AND SHOWS Cabaret

6pm Alangkarn Theatre 6pm Alcazar Show 6pm Colosseum Show 6pm Tiffany’s Show

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5pm Sunset Session

7pm DJ Diva

Buffalo Jack’s Darts League

Where: Horizon Bar, Hilton Hotel Buy one get one free on signature cocktails until 7pm.

1pm Pattaya Bridge Club

5pm Mojito Night

7pm William Strattan Touricks plays ‘60s/’70s music

6pm Thai Buffet

8pm Romance Jazz on the Roof

SPORTS & LEISURE

Where: Altos Restaurant

3pm Zumba Session

Where: Planet Earth Beach Club 200THB entrance fee. Features professional Zumba instructor.

Where: Aqua Bar Mojitos only 150THB. Where: Thai Garden Resort 399THB per adult. 199 per child under 12. Free for under 4s.

6.30pm Expats Six-a-Side Football

6pm Indian Buffet

6.45pm Yoga Training Workshop

6.30pm Themed Buffet

Where: Planet Football

Where: The Players Lounge 299THB for all you can eat. Where: Tavern By The Sea

Where: Balaji Yoga Workshop by Ravinder Jangra from India. Second session begins at 8pm.

8pm Fight Night

Where: Pattaya Boxing World

FOOD & DRINK

LIVE MUSIC AND SHOWS

Where: Ruffino Restaurant & Lounge, Centara Grand Resort

Where: Shenanigans

Where: Rooftop Sunset Lounge, Dusit D2 Baraquda Hotel Featuring Aht Gunlayanakupt, runner-up in 2011 "Thailand's Got Talent".

9pm Mix Tape

Where: Hard Rock Café Four guest DJs playing deep house, techno and other groovy tunes laced with rock ‘n‘ roll.

SOCIAL SCENE Irish Party

Where: Murphy’s Law Pattaya United Football supporters meet.

8pm Ladies Night

Where: Access Inn Buy one bottle and get one free.

Cabaret

6pm Alangkarn Theatre 6pm Alcazar Show 6pm Colosseum Show 6pm Tiffany’s Show

Live Band

Steak Night

Where: Dicey Reilly’s Irish Pub Fresh and tender tenderloin steak all day only 299THB.

10am International Variety Breakfast

Where: Cucumber Pub & Restaurant Start from 150THB to 230THB.

8pm Bamboo Bar 8.30pm Blues Factory FLB 8.45pm Hopf House 7pm Jazz Pit 9pm Moon River Pub 8pm Rolling Stone 2 8pm Tony’s Entertainment Complex 9pm Utopia

2pm Draft Beer Promotion

Live DJ

5pm Happy Go Lucky

6.30pm Acoustic by Yves Baron

Where: Witherspoons Pub Magners 175THB, Heineken 100THB, Guinness 150THB, Old Speckled Hen 175THB. Where: Sheraton Resort Happy Hour at Latitude Lounge and Infiniti Forensics. Buy one get one free. Lasts until 7pm.

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9pm Flexx Club 8pm Insomnia 9pm LimaLima 10pm Play Club 7.30pm The Pier

Where: Centara Grand Resort

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SAT

Club Sailing Coaching

Where: Royal Varuna Yacht Club

Pattaya Bush Hash

4pm Club Petanque Thailand

Where: Soi Nernpleubwan

SPORTS & LEISURE

Pattaya Bush Hash House Harriers

6.45pm Yoga Training Workshop

Dick Sanders Memorial / Weekend Regatta 9

8.30am International Tennis Players Academy

7pm Pole Dancing Class

Where: Ocean Marina Yacht Club

Where: Ambassador City Tennis Courts For children and teenagers aged from 10-16 of intermediate level skill.

Where: Balaji Yoga

Where: Tony’s Wongamat Gym Free for members. 99 THB per class for non-members.

FOOD & DRINK

10am Pattaya Archery Club

Saturday Steak & Wine

11am Indoor Lawn Bowls

Super Saturday Specials

Where: Pattaya Shooting Park All welcome; equipment and coaching provided. Where: Coco Club Free for school or college-aged children.

3pm Pattaya Cricket Club Practice Where: Horseshoe Point

Where: Dicey Reilly’s Get a free glass of wine or beer with a rib-eye or t-bone steak. Where: Robin’s Nest Heineken 89THB, Guinness 160THB, Tiger Light 59THB.

12noon International Buffet (with a Scandinavian touch)

Where: Akvavit Grill & Bar Only 295THB.

10am International Variety Breakfast

Where: Cucumber Pub & Restaurant Start from 150THB to 230THB.

2pm Draft Beer Promotion

Where: Witherspoons Pub

5pm Happy Go Lucky

Where: Sheraton Resort Happy Hour at Latitude Lounge and Infiniti Forensics.

5pm Sunset Session

Where: Horizon Bar, Hilton Hotel Buy one get one free.

6pm International Buffet

Where: Thai Garden Resort 399THB per adult. 199 per child under 12. Free for under 4s.

6.30pm Themed Buffet Where: Tavern By The Sea

LIVE MUSIC AND SHOWS Cabaret

6pm Alangkarn Theatre 6pm Alcazar Show 6pm Colosseum Show 6pm Tiffany’s Show

Live Band

8pm Bamboo Bar 8.30pm Blues Factory FLB 8.45pm Hopf House 7pm Jazz Pit 9pm Moon River Pub 8pm Rolling Stone 2 8pm Tony’s Entertainment Complex 9pm Utopia

Live DJ

9pm Flexx Club 8pm Insomnia 9pm LimaLima 10pm Play Club 7.30pm The Pier

6.30pm Acoustic by Yves Baron

Where: Centara Grand Resort

7pm DJ Diva

Where: Ruffino Restaurant & Lounge, Centara Grand Resort

SOCIAL SCENE 11am General Auction Where: Collingbourne Auctioneers

2pm Balearica

Where: Momento Beach Club Free entrance.

PILC Bingo Night

Where: Linda's Restaurant, Thappraya Road For more infomation, email: SpecialEventsPILC@gmail.com

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12noon Sunday Cavery Buffet

SPORTS & LEISURE Dick Sanders Memorial / Weekend Regatta 9 Where: Ocean Marina Yacht Club

Where: Royal Varuna Yacht Club

Darkside Fun Pool League Pattaya Jungle Hash House Harriers

5pm Happy Go Lucky

10am Pattaya Archery Club

Where: Pattaya Shooting Park

12noon Pattaya Sports Club Softball Recreational pick-up games Where: Thai Polo Club

2pm Pattaya Backgammon League

Where: B.G. House & Restaurant

Where: Sheraton Resort Happy Hour at Latitude Lounge and Infiniti Forensics. Buy one get one free.

5pm Sunset Session

Where: Horizon Bar, Hilton Hotel Buy one get one free on signature cocktails until 7pm.

9pm Flexx Club 9pm LimaLima 9pm Mixx Discotheque 10pm Play Club 7.30pm The Pier

6.30pm Acoustic by Yves Baron

Where: Centara Grand Resort

7pm William Strattan Touricks plays ‘60s/’70s music

11.30am Pattaya Expats Club Where: Mercure Hotel

2pm Royal British Legion Thailand meeting

Where: Tropical Bert’s Bar

7pm Sunday Salsa Social Venue

Where: Shenanigans

Where: Le Saint-Régis Pattaya

7pm We Love Sunday, We Love Johnnie Walker

7pm Werewolves Game

Where: Club Insomnia

SOCIAL SCENE 10.30am Pattaya City Expats Club

Where: Anchor Coworking Space Rules will be explained by game master Kaizoku in just five minutes. Games designed for 10-15 players, last approximately 30 minutes and will be run in English.

Where: Tavern By The Sea

6pm Steak & Skewers Buffet

Where: Thai Garden Resort

6pm 9-ball handicap Where: Megabreak Pool

6.30pm Themed Buffet Where: Tavern By The Sea

FOOD & DRINK

LIVE MUSIC AND SHOWS

10am International Variety Breakfast

Where: Cucumber Pub & Restaurant Start from 150THB to 230THB.

Where: Coco's Bistro & Coffee Lounge Choice of three meats. Prices from 295 THB.

Where: Akvavit Grill & Bar Only 295THB.

2pm Draft Beer Promotion

Where: Witherspoons Pub Magners 175THB, Heineken 100THB, Guinness 150THB, Old Speckled Hen 175THB.

Pattaya Jungle Hash

12noon International Buffet (with a Scandinavian touch)

2pm Sunday Calling

Where: Momento Beach Club Barbecue at the swimming pool. 290THB each.

Club Sailing Coaching

12noon Classic Sunday Lunches

Where: Dicey Reilly’s Irish Pub and The Sportsman

Live DJ

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SUN

Cabaret

6pm Alangkarn Theatre 6pm Alcazar Show 6pm Colosseum Show 6pm Tiffany’s Show

Live Band

8pm Bamboo Bar 8.30pm Blues Factory FLB 8.45pm Hopf House 7pm Jazz Pit 9pm Moon River Pub 8pm Rolling Stone 2 8pm Tony’s Entertainment Complex 9pm Utopia

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SPORTS & LEISURE

AsiaBackpackers Darts SuperLeague

Bira Bike Day

Where: Bira Circuit Motorbike practice.

East Pattaya Pool League 1pm Pattaya Bridge Club Where: Altos Restaurant

2.45pm Pattaya Hash House Harriers Where: Lek Hotel

6.30pm Expats Six-a-Side Football Where: Planet Football

5pm Game Night

Where: Aqua Bar Buy one beer, get one free.

8pm Pub Quiz

Where: Shenanigans Anyone welcome to create a team of one to six players.

8.30pm 8-ball Pool League

8.30pm Monday Quiz League

Mai's Bar v Solo Rest Stop v Nervous Wreck Palmers v The Ranch Cheers v The Londoner

FOOD & DRINK 10am International Variety Breakfast

Where: Cucumber Pub & Restaurant Start from 150THB to 230THB.

2pm Draft Beer Promotion

Where: Witherspoons Pub Magners 175THB, Heineken 100THB, Guinness 150THB, Old Speckled Hen 175THB.

5pm Happy Go Lucky

Where: Sheraton Resort Happy Hour at Latitude Lounge and Infiniti Forensics. Buy one get one free. Lasts until 7pm.

5pm Sunset Session

Where: Horizon Bar, Hilton Hotel Buy one get one free on signature cocktails until 7pm.

6pm Happy Mondays

Where: News Steaks & Grill Buy one meal from the regular menu, get another of equal or lesser value free of charge.

6pm Pizza & Pasta Buffet

Where: Thai Garden Resort 399THB per adult. 199 per child under 12. Free for under 4s.

6.30pm The Original Cowboy Night

Where: Flames Restaurant, Centara Grand Mirage Magnificent steak and grilled BBQ buffet for 999THB++ per person.

6.30pm Themed Buffet Where: Tavern By The Sea

LIVE MUSIC AND SHOWS Cabaret

6pm Alangkarn Theatre 6pm Alcazar Show 6pm Colosseum Show 6pm Tiffany’s Show

Live Band

8pm Bamboo Bar 8.30pm Blues Factory FLB 8.45pm Hopf House 7pm Jazz Pit 9pm Moon River Pub 8pm Rolling Stone 2 8pm Tony’s Entertainment Complex 9pm Utopia

Live DJ

9pm Flexx Club 9pm LimaLima 10pm Play Club 7.30pm The Pier

8pm iBar Hip Hop Party Where: Insomnia

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5pm Happy Go Lucky

SPORTS & LEISURE

Where: Sheraton Resort Buy one get one free.

Crumpton Oaks Darts League

5pm Sunset Session

Where: Horizon Bar, Hilton Hotel Buy one get one free.

Double Top Darts Double-In Darkside League

6pm Asian & Thai Dinner Buffet

Bira Car & Truck Day Where: Bira Circuit Car and truck practice.

Where: Ginger and Lime, Centara Grand Mirage 555THB++ per person.

10am Pattaya Archery Club

6pm BBQ Buffet

Where: Pattaya Shooting Park All welcome; equipment and coaching provided.

Where: Thai Garden Resort 399THB per adult. 199 per child under 12. Free for under 4s.

6.30pm Pattaya Chess Club

6pm Wine & Tapas Evening

Where: Brau Haus Everybody welcome. Lessons available. Boards and clocks provided.

7pm Pole Dancing Class

Where: Tony’s Wongamat Gym Free for members. 99 THB per class for non-members.

8pm iBar Killer Pool Where: Insomnia

SOCIAL SCENE Russian Night

Where: Ankor Night Club & Lounge Free special vodka shots for girls.

10.30am PILC Coffee Morning

Contact: coffeepilc@gmail.com

Where: Tavern By The Sea

8pm Wine Night Promotion

Where: Access Inn All bottles 999THB, all glasses 99THB.

LIVE MUSIC AND SHOWS

FOOD & DRINK

Cabaret

Pizza and Pasta

Where: Dicey Reilly’s Irish Pub

Where: Cucumber Pub & Restaurant Start from 150THB to 230THB.

Where: Witherspoons Pub

9pm Flexx Club 8pm Insomnia 8pm Mixx Discotheque 9pm LimaLima 10pm Play Club 7.30pm The Pier

Where: News Steak & Grill

Where: Megabreak Pool

2pm Draft Beer Promotion

6.30pm Themed Buffet

Live DJ

9pm Buy 2 get 1 free on Cocktails

8.30pm Ladies 9-ball handicap

10am International Variety Breakfast

Where: Witch's Oyster Bar & Restaurant, Soi Ruamrudee

8pm Rolling Stone 2 8pm Tony’s Entertainment Complex 9pm Utopia

6pm Alangkarn Theatre 6pm Alcazar Show 6pm Colosseum Show 6pm Tiffany’s Show

Live Band

8pm Bamboo Bar 8.30pm Blues Factory FLB 8.45pm Hopf House 7pm Jazz Pit 9pm Moon River Pub

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SPORTS & LEISURE

1pm Pattaya Bridge Club Where: Altos Restaurant

3pm Pattaya Cricket Club Practice Where: Horseshoe Point All welcome.

4pm 10-ball handicap Where: Megabreak Pool

4pm Club Petanque Thailand

Where: Soi Nernpleubwan

6.30pm Expats Six-a-Side Football Where: Planet Football

8pm Fight Night

Where: Pattaya Boxing World

8.30pm Wednesday Quiz League

The Londoner v Queen Victoria Nervous Wreck v Cheers Rest Stop v Palmers The Ranch v Shagwell

FOOD & DRINK Men’s Night

Where: Ankor Night Club & Lounge Free Tequila with any drink.

10am International Variety Breakfast

Where: Cucumber Pub & Restaurant Start from 150THB to 230THB.

2pm Draft Beer Promotion

Where: Witherspoons Pub Magners 175THB, Heineken 100THB, Guinness 150THB, Old Speckled Hen 175THB.

5pm Happy Go Lucky

Where: Sheraton Resort Happy Hour at Latitude Lounge and Infiniti Forensics. Buy one get one free. Lasts until 7pm.

5pm Sunset Session

Where: Horizon Bar, Hilton Hotel Buy one get one free on signature cocktails until 7pm.

5pm Ladies Night

Where: Aqua Bar Ladies get two free drinks.

6pm Thai Contemporary Night

6pm Wednesday Carvery

Where: Dicey Reilly’s Irish Pub 350THB per person.

6pm Multi-cuisine Buffet

Where: Thai Garden Resort 399THB per adult. 199 per child under 12. Free for under 4s.

6.30pm Themed Buffet

Where: Tavern By The Sea Different theme every night.

8pm Ladies Night

Where: Access Inn Free cocktail for ladies.

LIVE MUSIC AND SHOWS Cabaret

6pm Alcazar Show 6pm Colosseum Show 6pm Tiffany’s Show

Live Band

8pm Bamboo Bar

8.30pm Blues Factory FLB 8.45pm Hopf House 7pm Jazz Pit 9pm Moon River Pub 8pm Rolling Stone 2 8pm Tony’s Entertainment Complex 9pm Utopia

Live DJ

9pm Flexx Club 8pm Insomnia 9pm LimaLima 10pm Play Club 10pm Mixx Discotheque 7.30pm The Pier

8pm Charity Concert for Banglamung Elderly Home

Where: Da Claudio Restuarant Featuring Dutch Baritone Ronald Willemsen.

SOCIAL SCENE 4pm Motor Auction Where: Collingbourne Auctioneers

6.45pm Rotary Club of Jomtien-Pattaya meeting Where: Royal Cliff Beach Resort

7pm Polyglot Club

Where: Anchor Coworking Space Language exchange club. Free and open to all.

7.30pm CouchSurfers meeting

Where: Triangle Bar

7.30pm Toss the Boss Where: Shenanigans

9pm Bingo Night

Where: The Bondi Jomtien Beach Nine prizes of vouchers for the Bondi or local venues, bottles of alcohol and the chance to win the rollover Jackpot!

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2pm Draft Beer Promotion

SPORTS & LEISURE Double Top Darkside League

Where: Witherspoons Pub Magners 175THB, Heineken 100THB, Guinness 150THB, Old Speckled Hen 175THB.

10am Pattaya Archery Club

5pm Happy Go Lucky

Where: Pattaya Shooting Park All welcome; equipment and coaching provided.

4pm Safecracker

Where: Shenanigans Chance to win a 10,000THB voucher.

5pm Sunset Session

Where: Horizon Bar, Hilton Hotel Buy one get one free on signature cocktails until 7pm.

7pm Pattaya Panthers and Panties (mixed) Touch Rugby

5pm Sangria Night

Where: Horseshoe Point

7pm Pole Dancing Class

Where: Tony’s Wongamat Gym Free for members. 99 THB per class for non-members.

Where: Aqua Bar Sangria only 150THB per glass. Buy one, get one free.

6pm German Buffet with Roasted Pig

Where: Thai Garden Resort 399THB per adult. 199 per child under 12. Free for under 4s.

7pm Pool Tournament Where: Megabreak Pool

8pm Pub Quiz

Where: The Red Lion, Soi Khao Noi

Live DJ

9pm Flexx Club 8pm Insomnia 9pm LimaLima 10pm Play Club 10pm Mixx Discotheque 7.30pm The Pier

7pm DJ Diva

Where: Ruffino Restaurant & Lounge, Centara Grand Resort

8pm Romance Jazz on the Roof Where: Rooftop Sunset Lounge, Dusit D2 Baraquda Hotel

SOCIAL SCENE 6pm Rotary Club Eastern Seaboard meeting Where: Siam Bayshore Hotel

6.30pm Themed Buffet Where: Tavern By The Sea

9pm Buy 2 get 1 free on Cocktails

9pm Pub Quiz

Where: The Sportsman Open to anyone.

Where: News Steak & Grill

LIVE MUSIC AND SHOWS

FOOD & DRINK Tex Mex Thursday

Where: Dicey Reilly’s Irish Pub Mexican menu. All dishes 199THB, Margarita cocktail 99THB.

10am International Variety Breakfast

Where: Sheraton Resort Happy Hour at Latitude Lounge and Infiniti Forensics. Buy one get one free. Lasts until 7pm.

Complex 9pm Utopia

Cabaret

6pm Alangkarn Theatre 6pm Alcazar Show 6pm Colosseum Show 6pm Tiffany’s Show

Live Band

Where: Cucumber Pub & Restaurant Start from 150THB to 230THB.

8pm Bamboo Bar 8.30pm Blues Factory FLB 8.45pm Hopf House 7pm Jazz Pit 8pm Rolling Stone 2 8pm Tony’s Entertainment

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SPORTS & LEISURE

Buffalo Jack’s Darts League 8am Ashtanga Yoga Workshop with Ajay Tokas

Where: Yoga Studio Pattaya Mysore-style morning class with afternoon seminars available. Priced from 5,500THB for five days. Contact: info@yogapattaya. com

1pm Pattaya Bridge Club Where: Altos Restaurant

3pm Zumba Session

Where: Planet Earth Beach Club 200THB entrance fee. Features professional Zumba instructor.

6.30pm Expats Six-a-Side Football Where: Planet Football

6.45pm Yoga Training Workshop

Where: Balaji Yoga Workshop by Ravinder Jangra from India. Second session begins at 8pm.

8pm Fight Night

Where: Pattaya Boxing World

FOOD & DRINK Steak Night

Where: Dicey Reilly’s Irish Pub

10am International Variety Breakfast

Where: Cucumber Pub & Restaurant Start from 150THB to 230THB.

2pm Draft Beer Promotion

Where: Witherspoons Pub Magners 175THB, Heineken 100THB, Guinness 150THB, Old Speckled Hen 175THB.

5pm Happy Go Lucky

Where: Sheraton Resort Happy Hour at Latitude Lounge and Infiniti Forensics. Buy one get one free. Lasts until 7pm.

5pm Sunset Session

Where: Horizon Bar, Hilton Hotel Buy one get one free on signature cocktails until 7pm.

5pm Mojito Night

Where: Aqua Bar Mojitos only 150THB.

6pm Thai Buffet

Where: Thai Garden Resort 399THB per adult. 199 per child under 12. Free for under 4s.

6pm Indian Buffet

Where: The Players Lounge 299THB for all you can eat.

6.30pm Themed Buffet Where: Tavern By The Sea

LIVE MUSIC AND SHOWS Cabaret

Live DJ

9pm Flexx Club 8pm Insomnia 9pm LimaLima 10pm Play Club 7.30pm The Pier

6.30pm Acoustic by Yves Baron

Where: Centara Grand Resort

7pm DJ Diva

Where: Ruffino Restaurant & Lounge, Centara Grand Resort

7pm William Strattan Touricks plays ‘60s/’70s music Where: Shenanigans

8pm Romance Jazz on the Roof Where: Rooftop Sunset Lounge, Dusit D2 Baraquda Hotel Featuring Aht Gunlayanakupt, runner-up in 2011 "Thailand's Got Talent".

9pm Mix Tape

Where: Hard Rock Café Four guest DJs playing deep house, techno and other groovy tunes laced with rock ‘n‘ roll.

SOCIAL SCENE

6pm Alangkarn Theatre 6pm Alcazar Show 6pm Colosseum Show 6pm Tiffany’s Show

Irish Party

Live Band

8pm Ladies Night

8pm Bamboo Bar 8.30pm Blues Factory FLB 8.45pm Hopf House

7pm Jazz Pit 9pm Moon River Pub 8pm Rolling Stone 2 8pm Tony’s Entertainment Complex 9pm Utopia

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FOOD & DRINK

Club Sailing Coaching

Where: Royal Varuna Yacht Club

Pattaya Bush Hash

Pattaya Bush Hash House Harriers

Saturday Steak & Wine

Where: Dicey Reilly’s Get a free glass of wine or beer with a rib-eye or t-bone steak.

Super Saturday Specials Where: Robin’s Nest Heineken 89THB, Guinness 160THB, Tiger Light 59THB.

8am Ashtanga Yoga Workshop with Ajay Tokas

Where: Yoga Studio Pattaya Mysore-style morning class with afternoon seminars available. Priced from 5,500THB for five days. Contact: info@yogapattaya. com

12noon International Buffet (with a Scandinavian touch)

8.30am International Tennis Players Academy

Where: Cucumber Pub & Restaurant Start from 150THB to 230THB.

Where: Akvavit Grill & Bar Only 295THB.

Where: Ambassador City Tennis Courts For children and teenagers aged from 10-16 of intermediate level skill.

10am International Variety Breakfast

2pm Draft Beer Promotion

10am Pattaya Archery Club

Where: Pattaya Shooting Park All welcome; equipment and coaching provided.

11am Indoor Lawn Bowls

Where: Coco Club Free for school or college-aged children.

3pm Pattaya Cricket Club Practice Where: Horseshoe Point

4pm Club Petanque Thailand

Where: Witherspoons Pub Magners 175THB, Heineken 100THB, Guinness 150THB, Old Speckled Hen 175THB.

LIVE MUSIC AND SHOWS Cabaret

6pm Alangkarn Theatre 6pm Alcazar Show 6pm Colosseum Show 6pm Tiffany’s Show

7pm DJ Diva

Where: Ruffino Restaurant & Lounge, Centara Grand Resort

SOCIAL SCENE

Live Band

8pm Bamboo Bar 8.30pm Blues Factory FLB 8.45pm Hopf House 7pm Jazz Pit 9pm Moon River Pub 8pm Rolling Stone 2 8pm Tony’s Entertainment Complex 9pm Utopia

Live DJ

9pm Flexx Club 8pm Insomnia 9pm LimaLima 10pm Play Club 7.30pm The Pier

6.30pm Acoustic by Yves Baron

11am General Auction Where: Collingbourne Auctioneers

2pm Jesters Gala Party Night

Where: Aranda Ballroom, Amari Ocean Hotel Tickets: 2,400THB includes international buffet, wine, beer and door prize. Dress smart. Contact: 08 9982 5814 or email: vicechairperson@ care4kids.info

2pm Balearica

Where: Momento Beach Club Free entrance.

Where: Centara Grand Resort

5pm Happy Go Lucky

Where: Sheraton Resort Happy Hour at Latitude Lounge and Infiniti Forensics. Buy one get one free. Lasts until 7pm.

5pm Sunset Session

Where: Horizon Bar, Hilton Hotel Buy one get one free on signature cocktails until 7pm.

6pm International Buffet

Where: Soi Nernpleubwan

Where: Thai Garden Resort 399THB per adult. 199 per child under 12. Free for under 4s.

6.45pm Yoga Training Workshop

6.30pm Themed Buffet

Where: Balaji Yoga

7pm Pole Dancing Class

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SAT

Where: Tavern By The Sea

Where: Tony’s Wongamat Gym Free for members. 99 THB per class for non-members. Add your event to our listings! Email: pattayatrader@pattayatrader.com

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SPORTS & LEISURE

Club Sailing Coaching

Where: Royal Varuna Yacht Club

Darkside Fun Pool League Pattaya Jungle Hash

Pattaya Jungle Hash House Harriers

8am Ashtanga Yoga Workshop with Ajay Tokas

Where: Yoga Studio Pattaya Mysore-style morning class with afternoon seminars available. Contact: info@ yogapattaya.com

10am Pattaya Archery Club

Where: Pattaya Shooting Park

12noon Pattaya Sports Club Softball Recreational pick-up games Where: Thai Polo Club

2pm Pattaya Backgammon League

Where: B.G. House & Restaurant

6pm 9-ball handicap Where: Megabreak Pool

FOOD & DRINK 10am International Variety Breakfast

Where: Cucumber Pub & Restaurant Start from 150THB to 230THB.

12noon Classic Sunday Lunches

Where: Coco's Bistro & Coffee Lounge Choice of three meats. Prices from 295 THB.

12noon International Buffet (with a Scandinavian touch)

Where: Akvavit Grill & Bar Only 295THB.

12noon Sunday Cavery Buffet

Where: Dicey Reilly’s Irish Pub and The Sportsman

2pm Sunday Calling

Where: Momento Beach Club Barbecue at the swimming pool. 290THB each.

2pm Draft Beer Promotion

Live Band

8pm Bamboo Bar 8.30pm Blues Factory FLB 8.45pm Hopf House 7pm Jazz Pit 9pm Moon River Pub 8pm Rolling Stone 2 8pm Tony’s Entertainment Complex 9pm Utopia

Live DJ

9pm Flexx Club 9pm LimaLima 9pm Mixx Discotheque 10pm Play Club 7.30pm The Pier

6.30pm Acoustic by Yves Baron

Where: Centara Grand Resort

Where: Witherspoons Pub Magners 175THB, Heineken 100THB, Guinness 150THB, Old Speckled Hen 175THB.

7pm William Strattan Touricks plays ‘60s/’70s music

5pm Happy Go Lucky

7pm We Love Sunday, We Love Johnnie Walker

Where: Sheraton Resort Happy Hour at Latitude Lounge and Infiniti Forensics. Buy one get one free.

5pm Sunset Session

Where: Horizon Bar, Hilton Hotel Buy one get one free on signature cocktails until 7pm.

6pm Steak & Skewers Buffet

Where: Thai Garden Resort

6.30pm Themed Buffet Where: Tavern By The Sea

LIVE MUSIC AND SHOWS Cabaret

6pm Alangkarn Theatre 6pm Alcazar Show 6pm Colosseum Show

6pm Tiffany’s Show

Where: Shenanigans

Where: Club Insomnia

SOCIAL SCENE 10.30am Pattaya City Expats Club

Where: Tavern By The Sea

11.30am Pattaya Expats Club Where: Mercure Hotel

2pm Royal British Legion Thailand meeting Where: Tropical Bert’s Bar

7pm Sunday Salsa Social Venue

Where: Le Saint-Régis Pattaya

7pm Werewolves Game Where: Anchor Coworking Space

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FOOD & DRINK

AsiaBackpackers Darts SuperLeague

10am International Variety Breakfast

Where: Cucumber Pub & Restaurant Start from 150THB to 230THB.

Bira Bike Day

Where: Bira Circuit Motorbike practice.

East Pattaya Pool League 8am Ashtanga Yoga Workshop with Ajay Tokas

Where: Sheraton Resort Happy Hour at Latitude Lounge and Infiniti Forensics.

5pm Sunset Session

1pm Pattaya Bridge Club Where: Altos Restaurant

2.45pm Pattaya Hash House Harriers 6.30pm Expats Six-a-Side Football Where: Planet Football

Where: Aqua Bar Buy one beer, get one free. Where: Shenanigans Anyone welcome to create a team of one to six players.

The Ranch v The Londoner Nervous Wreck v Solo Mai's Bar v Palmers Cheers v Rest Stop

Live DJ

9pm Flexx Club 9pm LimaLima 10pm Play Club 7.30pm The Pier

8pm iBar Hip Hop Party Where: Insomnia

Where: News Steaks & Grill Buy one meal from the regular menu, get another of equal or lesser value free of charge.

6pm Pizza & Pasta Buffet

Where: Thai Garden Resort 399THB per adult. 199 per child under 12. Free for under 4s.

5pm Game Night

8.30pm Monday Quiz League

Where: Horizon Bar, Hilton Hotel Buy one get one free on signature cocktails until 7pm.

8pm Bamboo Bar 8.30pm Blues Factory FLB 8.45pm Hopf House 7pm Jazz Pit 9pm Moon River Pub 8pm Rolling Stone 2 8pm Tony’s Entertainment Complex 9pm Utopia

6pm Happy Mondays

Where: Lek Hotel

8.30pm 8-ball Pool League

Where: Witherspoons Pub Magners 175THB, Heineken 100THB, Guinness 150THB, Old Speckled Hen 175THB.

5pm Happy Go Lucky

Where: Yoga Studio Pattaya Mysore-style morning class with afternoon seminars available. Priced from 5,500THB for five days. Contact: info@yogapattaya. com

8pm Pub Quiz

2pm Draft Beer Promotion

Live Band

6.30pm The Original Cowboy Night

Where: Flames Restaurant, Centara Grand Mirage Magnificent steak and grilled BBQ buffet for 999THB++ per person.

6.30pm Themed Buffet Where: Tavern By The Sea

LIVE MUSIC AND SHOWS Cabaret

6pm Alangkarn Theatre 6pm Alcazar Show 6pm Colosseum Show 6pm Tiffany’s Show Add your event to our listings! Email: pattayatrader@pattayatrader.com

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SPORTS & LEISURE

Crumpton Oaks Darts League Double Top Darts Double-In Darkside League Bira Car & Truck Day Where: Bira Circuit Car and truck practice.

8am Ashtanga Yoga Workshop with Ajay Tokas

Where: Yoga Studio Pattaya Mysore-style morning class with afternoon seminars available. Priced from 5,500THB for five days. Contact: info@yogapattaya. com

10am Pattaya Archery Club

Where: Pattaya Shooting Park All welcome; equipment and coaching provided.

6.30pm Pattaya Chess Club

Where: Brau Haus Everybody welcome. Lessons available. Boards and clocks provided.

7pm Pole Dancing Class

Where: Tony’s Wongamat Gym Free for members. 99 THB per class for non-members.

8pm iBar Killer Pool Where: Insomnia

8.30pm Ladies 9-ball handicap

Where: Megabreak Pool

FOOD & DRINK Pizza and Pasta

Where: Dicey Reilly’s Irish Pub

10am International Variety Breakfast

Where: Cucumber Pub & Restaurant Start from 150THB to 230THB.

2pm Draft Beer Promotion

Where: Witherspoons Pub

5pm Happy Go Lucky Where: Sheraton Resort Buy one get one free.

5pm Sunset Session

Where: Horizon Bar, Hilton Hotel Buy one get one free.

6pm Asian & Thai Dinner Buffet Where: Ginger and Lime, Centara Grand Mirage 555THB++ per person.

6pm BBQ Buffet

Where: Thai Garden Resort 399THB per adult. 199 per child under 12. Free for under 4s.

8pm Wine Night Promotion

Where: Access Inn All bottles 999THB, all glasses 99THB.

9pm Buy 2 get 1 free on Cocktails Where: News Steak & Grill

LIVE MUSIC AND SHOWS Cabaret

6pm Alangkarn Theatre 6pm Alcazar Show 6pm Colosseum Show 6pm Tiffany’s Show

Live Band

8pm Bamboo Bar 8.30pm Blues Factory FLB 8.45pm Hopf House 7pm Jazz Pit 9pm Moon River Pub 8pm Rolling Stone 2 8pm Tony’s Entertainment Complex 9pm Utopia

Live DJ

9pm Flexx Club 8pm Insomnia 8pm Mixx Discotheque 9pm LimaLima 10pm Play Club 7.30pm The Pier

SOCIAL SCENE Russian Night

Where: Ankor Night Club & Lounge Free special vodka shots for girls.

6pm Wine & Tapas Evening

Where: Witch's Oyster Bar & Restaurant, Soi Ruamrudee

6.30pm Themed Buffet Where: Tavern By The Sea

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SPORTS & LEISURE 1pm Pattaya Bridge Club

Where: Sheraton Resort Happy Hour at Latitude Lounge and Infiniti Forensics. Buy one get one free. Lasts until 7pm.

3pm Pattaya Cricket Club Practice

5pm Sunset Session

Where: Altos Restaurant

Where: Horseshoe Point All welcome.

4pm 10-ball handicap Where: Megabreak Pool

Where: Horizon Bar, Hilton Hotel Buy one get one free on signature cocktails until 7pm.

5pm Ladies Night

Where: Aqua Bar Ladies get two free drinks.

4pm Club Petanque Thailand

Where: Soi Nernpleubwan

6.30pm Expats Six-a-Side Football Where: Planet Football

8pm Fight Night

Where: Pattaya Boxing World

8.30pm Wednesday Quiz League Queen Victoria v The Ranch Palmers v The Londoner Rest Stop v Cheers Shagwell v Nervous Wreck

6pm Thai Contemporary Night

8pm Bamboo Bar 8.30pm Blues Factory FLB 8.45pm Hopf House 7pm Jazz Pit 9pm Moon River Pub 8pm Rolling Stone 2 8pm Tony’s Entertainment Complex 9pm Utopia

Live DJ

9pm Flexx Club 8pm Insomnia 9pm LimaLima 10pm Play Club 10pm Mixx Discotheque 7.30pm The Pier

8pm Charity Concert for Banglamung Elderly Home

Where: Da Claudio Restuarant Featuring Dutch Baritone Ronald Willemsen.

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4pm Motor Auction Where: Collingbourne Auctioneers

6.45pm Rotary Club of Jomtien-Pattaya meeting Where: Royal Cliff Beach Resort

7pm Polyglot Club

Where: Anchor Coworking Space Language exchange club. Free and open to all.

7.30pm Toss the Boss Where: Shenanigans

9pm Bingo Night

Where: The Bondi Jomtien Beach Nine prizes of vouchers for the Bondi or local venues, bottles of alcohol and the chance to win the rollover Jackpot!

6pm Wednesday Carvery

Where: Dicey Reilly’s Irish Pub 350THB per person.

FOOD & DRINK Men’s Night

6pm Multi-cuisine Buffet

Where: Ankor Night Club & Lounge Free Tequila with any drink.

Where: Thai Garden Resort 399THB per adult. 199 per child under 12. Free for under 4s.

10am International Variety Breakfast

6.30pm Themed Buffet

Where: Cucumber Pub & Restaurant Start from 150THB to 230THB.

2pm Draft Beer Promotion

Live Band

Where: Witherspoons Pub Magners 175THB, Heineken 100THB, Guinness 150THB, Old Speckled Hen 175THB.

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WED

Where: Tavern By The Sea Different theme every night.

8pm Ladies Night

Where: Access Inn Free cocktail for ladies.

LIVE MUSIC AND SHOWS Cabaret

6pm Alcazar Show 6pm Colosseum Show 6pm Tiffany’s Show

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SPORTS & LEISURE

Double Top Darkside League 10am Pattaya Archery Club

Where: Pattaya Shooting Park All welcome; equipment and coaching provided.

4pm Safecracker

Where: Shenanigans Chance to win a 10,000THB voucher.

7pm Pattaya Panthers and Panties (mixed) Touch Rugby Where: Horseshoe Point

7pm Pole Dancing Class

Where: Tony’s Wongamat Gym Free for members. 99 THB per class for non-members.

7pm Pool Tournament Where: Megabreak Pool

10am International Variety Breakfast

Where: Cucumber Pub & Restaurant Start from 150THB to 230THB.

2pm Draft Beer Promotion

Where: The Red Lion, Soi Khao Noi

Where: Witherspoons Pub Magners 175THB, Heineken 100THB, Guinness 150THB, Old Speckled Hen 175THB.

9pm Pub Quiz

5pm Happy Go Lucky

8pm Pub Quiz

Where: The Sportsman Open to anyone.

FOOD & DRINK Tex Mex Thursday

Where: Dicey Reilly’s Irish Pub Mexican menu. All dishes 199THB, Margarita cocktail 99THB.

Where: Sheraton Resort Happy Hour at Latitude Lounge and Infiniti Forensics. Buy one get one free. Lasts until 7pm.

5pm Sunset Session

Where: Horizon Bar, Hilton Hotel Buy one get one free on signature cocktails until 7pm.

5pm Sangria Night

Where: Aqua Bar Sangria only 150THB per glass. Buy one, get one free.

6pm German Buffet with Roasted Pig

Where: Thai Garden Resort 399THB per adult. 199 per child under 12. Free for under 4s.

6.30pm Themed Buffet

8.30pm Blues Factory FLB 8.45pm Hopf House 7pm Jazz Pit 8pm Rolling Stone 2 8pm Tony’s Entertainment Complex 9pm Utopia

Live DJ

9pm Flexx Club 8pm Insomnia 9pm LimaLima 10pm Play Club 10pm Mixx Discotheque 7.30pm The Pier

7pm DJ Diva

Where: Ruffino Restaurant & Lounge, Centara Grand Resort

8pm Romance Jazz on the Roof Where: Rooftop Sunset Lounge, Dusit D2 Baraquda Hotel Featuring Aht Gunlayanakupt, runner-up in 2011 "Thailand's Got Talent".

SOCIAL SCENE 6pm Rotary Club Eastern Seaboard meeting

Where: Siam Bayshore Pattaya Hotel

Where: Tavern By The Sea

9pm Buy 2 get 1 free on Cocktails Where: News Steak & Grill

LIVE MUSIC AND SHOWS Cabaret

6pm Alangkarn Theatre 6pm Alcazar Show 6pm Colosseum Show 6pm Tiffany’s Show

Live Band

8pm Bamboo Bar

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7pm DJ Diva

Buffalo Jack’s Darts League

Where: Horizon Bar, Hilton Hotel Buy one get one free on signature cocktails until 7pm.

1pm Pattaya Bridge Club

5pm Mojito Night

7pm William Strattan Touricks plays ‘60s/’70s music

SPORTS & LEISURE

Where: Altos Restaurant

3pm Zumba Session

Where: Planet Earth Beach Club 200THB entrance fee. Features professional Zumba instructor.

Where: Aqua Bar Mojitos only 150THB.

6pm Thai Buffet

Where: Thai Garden Resort 399THB per adult. 199 per child under 12. Free for under 4s.

6.30pm Expats Six-a-Side Football

6pm Indian Buffet

6.45pm Yoga Training Workshop

6.30pm Themed Buffet

Where: Planet Football

Where: The Players Lounge 299THB for all you can eat. Where: Tavern By The Sea

Where: Balaji Yoga Workshop by Ravinder Jangra from India. Second session begins at 8pm.

8pm Fight Night

Where: Pattaya Boxing World

FOOD & DRINK

LIVE MUSIC AND SHOWS

Where: Ruffino Restaurant & Lounge, Centara Grand Resort

Where: Shenanigans

8pm Romance Jazz on the Roof

Where: Rooftop Sunset Lounge, Dusit D2 Baraquda Hotel Featuring Aht Gunlayanakupt, runner-up in 2011 "Thailand's Got Talent".

SOCIAL SCENE

Irish Party

Where: Murphy’s Law Pattaya United Football supporters meet.

8pm Ladies Night

Where: Access Inn Come with your friend and buy one bottle and get one free.

9pm Mix Tape

Where: Hard Rock Café Four guest DJs playing deep house, techno and other groovy tunes laced with rock ‘n‘ roll.

Cabaret

6pm Alangkarn Theatre 6pm Alcazar Show 6pm Colosseum Show 6pm Tiffany’s Show

Live Band

Steak Night

Where: Dicey Reilly’s Irish Pub Fresh and tender tenderloin steak all day only 299THB.

10am International Variety Breakfast

Where: Cucumber Pub & Restaurant Start from 150THB to 230THB.

8pm Bamboo Bar 8.30pm Blues Factory FLB 8.45pm Hopf House 7pm Jazz Pit 9pm Moon River Pub 8pm Rolling Stone 2 8pm Tony’s Entertainment Complex 9pm Utopia

2pm Draft Beer Promotion

Live DJ

5pm Happy Go Lucky

6.30pm Acoustic by Yves Baron

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9pm Flexx Club 8pm Insomnia 9pm LimaLima 10pm Play Club 7.30pm The Pier

Where: Centara Grand Resort

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SPORTS & LEISURE Cruising Event

Where: Ocean Marina Yacht Club

Club Sailing Coaching

Where: Royal Varuna Yacht Club

Pattaya Bush Hash

Pattaya Bush Hash House Harriers

8.30am International Tennis Players Academy Where: Ambassador City Tennis Courts For children and teenagers aged from 10-16 of intermediate level skill.

10am Pattaya Archery Club

Where: Pattaya Shooting Park All welcome; equipment and coaching provided.

11am Indoor Lawn Bowls

Where: Coco Club Free for school or college-aged children.

3pm Pattaya Cricket Club Practice Where: Horseshoe Point

7pm Pole Dancing Class

Where: Tony’s Wongamat Gym Free for members. 99 THB per class for non-members.

FOOD & DRINK Saturday Steak & Wine

Where: Dicey Reilly’s Get a free glass of wine or beer with a rib-eye or t-bone steak.

Super Saturday Specials

4pm Club Petanque Thailand

Where: Robin’s Nest Heineken 89THB, Guinness 160THB, Tiger Light 59THB.

6.45pm Yoga Training Workshop

12noon International Buffet (with a Scandinavian touch)

Where: Soi Nernpleubwan

Where: Balaji Yoga

Where: Akvavit Grill & Bar Only 295THB.

10am International Variety Breakfast

Where: Cucumber Pub & Restaurant Start from 150THB to 230THB.

2pm Draft Beer Promotion

Where: Witherspoons Pub Magners 175THB, Heineken 100THB, Guinness 150THB, Old Speckled Hen 175THB.

5pm Happy Go Lucky

Where: Sheraton Resort Happy Hour at Latitude Lounge and Infiniti Forensics.

5pm Sunset Session

Where: Horizon Bar, Hilton Hotel Buy one get one free on signature cocktails until 7pm.

6pm International Buffet

Where: Thai Garden Resort 399THB per adult. 199 per child under 12. Free for under 4s.

6.30pm Themed Buffet Where: Tavern By The Sea

LIVE MUSIC AND SHOWS Cabaret

6pm Alangkarn Theatre 6pm Alcazar Show 6pm Colosseum Show 6pm Tiffany’s Show

Live Band

8pm Bamboo Bar 8.30pm Blues Factory FLB 8.45pm Hopf House 7pm Jazz Pit 9pm Moon River Pub 8pm Rolling Stone 2 8pm Tony’s Entertainment Complex 9pm Utopia

Live DJ

9pm Flexx Club 8pm Insomnia 9pm LimaLima 10pm Play Club 7.30pm The Pier

6.30pm Acoustic by Yves Baron

Where: Centara Grand Resort

7pm Pattaya Players presents Magical Music Hall Memories

Where: Baan Souy Resort Tickets are 1,000THB, including a buffet. Contact: pattayaplayersstake2@gmail. com

7pm DJ Diva

Where: Ruffino Restaurant & Lounge, Centara Grand Resort

SOCIAL SCENE 11am General Auction Where: Collingbourne Auctioneers

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Where: Akvavit Grill & Bar Only 295THB.

Cruising Event

Where: Ocean Marina Yacht Club

12noon Sunday Cavery Buffet

Club Sailing Coaching

Where: Royal Varuna Yacht Club

Where: Dicey Reilly’s Irish Pub and The Sportsman

Darkside Fun Pool League

2pm Sunday Calling

Fundraising Quiz Night Where: The Bondi Jomtien Proceeds go to Take Care.

Pattaya Jungle Hash

10am Pattaya Archery Club

Where: Pattaya Shooting Park

12noon Pattaya Sports Club Softball Recreational pick-up games Where: Thai Polo Club

2pm Pattaya Backgammon League

Live DJ

Where: Momento Beach Club Barbecue at the swimming pool. 290THB each.

9pm Flexx Club 9pm LimaLima 9pm Mixx Discotheque 10pm Play Club 7.30pm The Pier

2pm Draft Beer Promotion

6.30pm Acoustic by Yves Baron

Where: Witherspoons Pub Magners 175THB, Heineken 100THB, Guinness 150THB, Old Speckled Hen 175THB.

Pattaya Jungle Hash House Harriers

FLB 8.45pm Hopf House 7pm Jazz Pit 9pm Moon River Pub 8pm Rolling Stone 2 8pm Tony’s Entertainment Complex 9pm Utopia

5pm Happy Go Lucky

Where: Sheraton Resort Happy Hour at Latitude Lounge and Infiniti Forensics. Buy one get one free. Lasts until 7pm.

Where: Centara Grand Resort

7pm William Strattan Touricks plays ‘60s/’70s music Where: Shenanigans

7pm We Love Sunday, We Love Johnnie Walker Where: Club Insomnia

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10.30am Pattaya City Expats Club

Where: Tavern By The Sea

11.30am Pattaya Expats Club Where: Mercure Hotel

2pm Royal British Legion Thailand meeting

Where: Tropical Bert’s Bar

7pm Sunday Salsa Social Venue

Where: Le Saint-Régis Pattaya

7pm Werewolves Game

Where: Anchor Coworking Space Rules will be explained by game master Kaizoku in just five minutes. Games designed for 10-15 players, last approximately 30 minutes.

5pm Sunset Session

Where: B.G. House & Restaurant

6pm 9-ball handicap Where: Megabreak Pool

Where: Horizon Bar, Hilton Hotel Buy one get one free on signature cocktails until 7pm.

6pm Steak & Skewers Buffet

FOOD & DRINK

Where: Thai Garden Resort

10am International Variety Breakfast

6.30pm Themed Buffet

Where: Cucumber Pub & Restaurant Start from 150THB to 230THB.

12noon Classic Sunday Lunches

Where: Tavern By The Sea

LIVE MUSIC AND SHOWS Cabaret

Where: Coco's Bistro & Coffee Lounge Choice of three meats. Prices from 295 THB.

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6pm Alangkarn Theatre 6pm Alcazar Show 6pm Colosseum Show 6pm Tiffany’s Show

Live Band

8pm Bamboo Bar 8.30pm Blues Factory Add your event to our listings! Email: pattayatrader@pattayatrader.com

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AsiaBackpackers Darts SuperLeague Bira Bike Day

Where: Bira Circuit Motorbike practice.

East Pattaya Pool League 1pm Pattaya Bridge Club Where: Altos Restaurant

2.45pm Pattaya Hash House Harriers Where: Lek Hotel

6.30pm Expats Six-a-Side Football Where: Planet Football

5pm Game Night

Where: Aqua Bar Buy one beer, get one free.

8pm Pub Quiz

Where: Shenanigans Anyone welcome to create a team of one to six players.

8.30pm 8-ball Pool League 8.30pm Monday Quiz League

Mai's Bar v The Londoner Cheers v Nervous Wreck Rest Stop v Palmers The Ranch v Solo

FOOD & DRINK 10am International Variety Breakfast

Where: Cucumber Pub & Restaurant Start from 150THB to 230THB.

2pm Draft Beer Promotion

Where: Witherspoons Pub Magners 175THB, Heineken 100THB, Guinness 150THB, Old Speckled Hen 175THB.

5pm Happy Go Lucky

Where: Sheraton Resort Happy Hour at Latitude Lounge and Infiniti Forensics. Buy one get one free. Lasts until 7pm.

5pm Sunset Session

Where: Horizon Bar, Hilton Hotel Buy one get one free on signature cocktails until 7pm.

6pm Happy Mondays

Where: News Steaks & Grill Buy one meal from the regular menu, get another of equal or lesser value free of charge.

6pm Pizza & Pasta Buffet

Where: Thai Garden Resort 399THB per adult. 199 per child under 12. Free for under 4s.

6.30pm The Original Cowboy Night

Where: Flames Restaurant, Centara Grand Mirage Magnificent steak and grilled BBQ buffet for 999THB++ per person.

6.30pm Themed Buffet Where: Tavern By The Sea

LIVE MUSIC AND SHOWS Cabaret

6pm Alangkarn Theatre 6pm Alcazar Show 6pm Colosseum Show 6pm Tiffany’s Show

Live Band

8pm Bamboo Bar 8.30pm Blues Factory FLB 8.45pm Hopf House 7pm Jazz Pit 9pm Moon River Pub 8pm Rolling Stone 2 8pm Tony’s Entertainment Complex 9pm Utopia

Live DJ

9pm Flexx Club 9pm LimaLima 10pm Play Club 7.30pm The Pier

8pm iBar Hip Hop Party Where: Insomnia

SOCIAL SCENE 11.30am PILC Newcomers' Coffee Morning Contact: membershippilc@ gmail.com

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SPORTS & LEISURE

Where: Sheraton Resort Buy one get one free.

Crumpton Oaks Darts League

5pm Sunset Session

Where: Horizon Bar, Hilton Hotel Buy one get one free.

Double Top Darts Double-In Darkside League

6pm Asian & Thai Dinner Buffet

Bira Car & Truck Day Where: Bira Circuit Car and truck practice.

Where: Ginger and Lime, Centara Grand Mirage 555THB++ per person.

10am Pattaya Archery Club

6pm BBQ Buffet

Where: Pattaya Shooting Park All welcome; equipment and coaching provided.

Where: Thai Garden Resort 399THB per adult. 199 per child under 12. Free for under 4s.

6.30pm Pattaya Chess Club

6pm Wine & Tapas Evening

Where: Brau Haus Everybody welcome. Lessons available. Boards and clocks provided.

7pm Pole Dancing Class

Where: Tony’s Wongamat Gym Free for members. 99 THB per class for non-members.

8pm iBar Killer Pool Where: Insomnia

9pm Flexx Club 8pm Insomnia 8pm Mixx Discotheque 9pm LimaLima 10pm Play Club 7.30pm The Pier

SOCIAL SCENE Russian Night

Where: Ankor Night Club & Lounge Free special vodka shots for girls.

Where: Witch's Oyster Bar & Restaurant, Soi Ruamrudee

6.30pm Themed Buffet Where: Tavern By The Sea

8pm Wine Night Promotion

Where: Access Inn All bottles 999THB, all glasses 99THB.

LIVE MUSIC AND SHOWS

FOOD & DRINK

Cabaret

Pizza and Pasta

Where: Dicey Reilly’s Irish Pub

Where: Cucumber Pub & Restaurant Start from 150THB to 230THB.

Where: Witherspoons Pub

Live DJ

Where: News Steak & Grill

Where: Megabreak Pool

2pm Draft Beer Promotion

9pm Buy 2 get 1 free on Cocktails

8.30pm Ladies 9-ball handicap

10am International Variety Breakfast

8pm Rolling Stone 2 8pm Tony’s Entertainment Complex 9pm Utopia

6pm Alangkarn Theatre 6pm Alcazar Show 6pm Colosseum Show 6pm Tiffany’s Show

Live Band

8pm Bamboo Bar 8.30pm Blues Factory FLB 8.45pm Hopf House 7pm Jazz Pit 9pm Moon River Pub

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1pm Pattaya Bridge Club Where: Altos Restaurant

3pm Pattaya Cricket Club Practice Where: Horseshoe Point All welcome.

4pm 10-ball handicap Where: Megabreak Pool

4pm Club Petanque Thailand

Where: Soi Nernpleubwan

6.30pm Expats Six-a-Side Football Where: Planet Football

8pm Fight Night

Where: Pattaya Boxing World

8.30pm Wednesday Quiz League Queen Victoria v The Ranch Palmers v The Londoner Rest Stop v Cheers Shagwell v Nervous Wreck

FOOD & DRINK Men’s Night

Where: Ankor Night Club & Lounge Free Tequila with any drink.

10am International Variety Breakfast

Where: Cucumber Pub & Restaurant Start from 150THB to 230THB.

2pm Draft Beer Promotion

Where: Witherspoons Pub Magners 175THB, Heineken 100THB, Guinness 150THB, Old Speckled Hen 175THB.

5pm Happy Go Lucky

Where: Sheraton Resort Happy Hour at Latitude Lounge and Infiniti Forensics. Buy one get one free. Lasts until 7pm.

5pm Sunset Session

Where: Horizon Bar, Hilton Hotel Buy one get one free on signature cocktails until 7pm.

5pm Ladies Night

Where: Aqua Bar Ladies get two free drinks.

6pm Thai Contemporary Night Where: Oceana Restaurant, Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Enjoy traditional Thai dishes such as som tum, tom yum goong, choo chee curry, Phad Thai and the Issan grilled specialties and Thai contemporary dance. 800THB++ per person. Beverages not included.

6pm Wednesday Carvery

Where: Dicey Reilly’s Irish Pub 350THB per person.

6pm Multi-cuisine Buffet

Where: Thai Garden Resort 399THB per adult. 199 per child under 12. Free for under 4s.

6.30pm Themed Buffet

Where: Tavern By The Sea Different theme every night.

LIVE MUSIC AND SHOWS Cabaret

6pm Alcazar Show 6pm Colosseum Show 6pm Tiffany’s Show

Live Band

8pm Bamboo Bar 8.30pm Blues Factory FLB 8.45pm Hopf House 7pm Jazz Pit 9pm Moon River Pub 8pm Rolling Stone 2 8pm Tony’s Entertainment Complex 9pm Utopia

Live DJ

9pm Flexx Club 8pm Insomnia 9pm LimaLima 10pm Play Club 10pm Mixx Discotheque 7.30pm The Pier

SOCIAL SCENE 4pm Motor Auction Where: Collingbourne Auctioneers

6.45pm Rotary Club of Jomtien-Pattaya meeting Where: Royal Cliff Beach Resort

7pm Polyglot Club

Where: Anchor Coworking Space Language exchange club. Free and open to all.

7.30pm Toss the Boss Where: Shenanigans

9pm Bingo Night

Where: The Bondi Jomtien Beach

8pm Ladies Night

Where: Access Inn Free cocktail for ladies.

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100THB, Guinness 150THB, Old Speckled Hen 175THB.

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5pm Happy Go Lucky

Double Top Darkside League 10am Pattaya Archery Club

Where: Pattaya Shooting Park All welcome; equipment and coaching provided.

4pm Safecracker

Where: Shenanigans Chance to win a 10,000THB voucher.

Where: Sheraton Resort Happy Hour at Latitude Lounge and Infiniti Forensics. Buy one get one free. Lasts until 7pm.

5pm Sunset Session

Where: Horizon Bar, Hilton Hotel Buy one get one free on signature cocktails until 7pm.

5pm Sangria Night

7pm Pattaya Panthers and Panties (mixed) Touch Rugby

Where: Aqua Bar Sangria only 150THB per glass. Buy one, get one free.

7pm Pole Dancing Class

6pm German Buffet with Roasted Pig

Where: Horseshoe Point

Where: Tony’s Wongamat Gym Free for members. 99 THB per class for non-members.

7pm Pool Tournament

Where: The Red Lion, Soi Khao Noi

9pm Pub Quiz

Where: The Sportsman Open to anyone.

FOOD & DRINK Tex Mex Thursday

Where: Dicey Reilly’s Irish Pub Mexican menu. All dishes 199THB, Margarita cocktail 99THB. Where: Cucumber Pub & Restaurant Start from 150THB to 230THB.

Where: Witherspoons Pub Magners 175THB, Heineken

Live DJ

9pm Flexx Club 8pm Insomnia 9pm LimaLima 10pm Play Club 10pm Mixx Discotheque 7.30pm The Pier

7pm DJ Diva

Where: Ruffino Restaurant & Lounge, Centara Grand Resort

8pm Romance Jazz on the Roof Where: Rooftop Sunset Lounge, Dusit D2 Baraquda Hotel Featuring Aht Gunlayanakupt, runner-up in 2011 "Thailand's Got Talent".

SOCIAL SCENE 6pm Rotary Club Eastern Seaboard meeting

Where: Siam Bayshore Pattaya Hotel

Where: Thai Garden Resort 399THB per adult. 199 per child under 12. Free for under 4s. Where: Tavern By The Sea

8pm Pub Quiz

2pm Draft Beer Promotion

8pm Bamboo Bar 8.30pm Blues Factory FLB 8.45pm Hopf House 7pm Jazz Pit 8pm Rolling Stone 2 8pm Tony’s Entertainment Complex 9pm Utopia

6.30pm Themed Buffet

Where: Megabreak Pool

10am International Variety Breakfast

Live Band

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9pm Buy 2 get 1 free on Cocktails Where: News Steak & Grill

NEW RELEASES: God Help the Girl Mystic Blade Before I Go To Sleep Fin Sugoi The Homesman The Purge: Anarchy Once Upon a Time in Shanghai Premature A Walk Among the Tombstones

LIVE MUSIC AND SHOWS Cabaret

6pm Alangkarn Theatre 6pm Alcazar Show 6pm Colosseum Show 6pm Tiffany’s Show

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SPORTS & LEISURE

Buffalo Jack’s Darts League

Where: Balaji Yoga Workshop by Ravinder Jangra from India. Second session begins at 8pm.

8pm Fight Night

Where: Pattaya Boxing World

FOOD & DRINK

1pm Pattaya Bridge Club

Where: Altos Restaurant

3pm Zumba Session

Where: Planet Earth Beach Club 200THB entrance fee. Features professional Zumba instructor.

6.30pm Expats Six-a-Side Football Where: Planet Football

6.45pm Yoga Training Workshop

Steak Night

Where: Dicey Reilly’s Irish Pub Fresh and tender tenderloin steak all day only 299THB.

10am International Variety Breakfast

Where: Cucumber Pub & Restaurant Start from 150THB to 230THB.

2pm Draft Beer Promotion

Where: Witherspoons Pub

Magners 175THB, Heineken 100THB, Guinness 150THB, Old Speckled Hen 175THB.

5pm Happy Go Lucky

Where: Sheraton Resort Happy Hour at Latitude Lounge and Infiniti Forensics. Buy one get one free. Lasts until 7pm.

5pm Sunset Session

Where: Horizon Bar, Hilton Hotel Buy one get one free on signature cocktails until 7pm.

5pm Mojito Night

Where: Aqua Bar Mojitos only 150THB.

6pm Thai Buffet

8.30pm Blues Factory FLB 8.45pm Hopf House 7pm Jazz Pit 9pm Moon River Pub 8pm Rolling Stone 2 8pm Tony’s Entertainment Complex 9pm Utopia

Live DJ

9pm Flexx Club 8pm Insomnia 9pm LimaLima 10pm Play Club 7.30pm The Pier

6.30pm Acoustic by Yves Baron

Where: Centara Grand Resort

Where: Thai Garden Resort 399THB per adult. 199 per child under 12. Free for under 4s.

7pm DJ Diva

6pm Indian Buffet

7pm William Strattan Touricks plays ‘60s/’70s music

Where: The Players Lounge 299THB for all you can eat.

6.30pm Themed Buffet Where: Tavern By The Sea

LIVE MUSIC AND SHOWS Cabaret

6pm Alangkarn Theatre 6pm Alcazar Show 6pm Colosseum Show 6pm Tiffany’s Show

Live Band

8pm Bamboo Bar

Where: Ruffino Restaurant & Lounge, Centara Grand Resort

Where: Shenanigans

8pm Romance Jazz on the Roof

Where: Rooftop Sunset Lounge, Dusit D2 Baraquda Hotel Featuring Aht Gunlayanakupt, runner-up in 2011 "Thailand's Got Talent".

9pm Mix Tape

Where: Hard Rock Café Four guest DJs playing deep house, techno and other groovy tunes laced with rock ‘n‘ roll.

SOCIAL SCENE Irish Party

Where: Murphy’s Law Pattaya United Football supporters meet.

8pm Ladies Night

Where: Access Inn Come with your friend and buy one bottle and get one free.

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attaya is the ideal place to learn scuba diving.

Tough not exactly the Similian Islands, Pattaya still enjoys some incredibly beautiful natural spots where Scuba divers will indeed be amazed by the flourishing (resilient to a certain degree) underwater ecosystems found here. It should be mentioned that when we say â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;Diving in Pattayaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; we are not talking about dropping you and your gear somewhere in front of beach road; luckily, most of the ocean that surrounds our city is actually property of the National Navy, which they are kept to a high degree of pristineness. This of-course takes means some extra traveling times between the meetup location in Pattaya and the diving spots, but these short 40 minutes of travel will ensure tropical waters filled life and a visibility of up to 20 meters, which is certainly a blessing of heavenly beauty right in the middle of this Vice! So, why is Pattaya such a good place to scuba dive? Here are some reasons to get your gear on and take a dip: 1. Its all about the beginners: Yes! If you are just beginning to appreciate the beauty of scuba diving, you are in the right place! Calmed oceans and generally shallow dives are perfect place to learn all the basics of diving in a secure environment. This means Pattaya actually is one of the best places to pick up your first scuba mask and give it a try! You will see all the main animals including turtles, parrot fish, sea horses and up to 50 different species of coral fish without having to adventure into open sea waters, you will also be 40 minutes away from a

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Learn to dive in Pattaya big city and all it’s amenities. 2.Help the ocean: We are lucky enough to have some very responsible dive shops here, Seafari and it’s friends regularly organize re-population campaigns for most species around the area, after all, it is our responsibility to keep the oceans healthy. Why not begin your Scuba career for a good cause? 3.Wreck-Diving: Pattaya is the top destination in the whole of Thailand for those adventurous divers that want to explore the hulks of sunken ships. Luckily there’s a lot more than unwanted children being left behind by the military Corps that often visit our local ‘beaches’, they also leave Military Ships! Some of the older ones have been sunken off the coast making the perfect man-made coral reef. 4. Meet the horsies: Sea horses of course! You might not know this, but the diving spots surrounding Pattaya actually posses a natural abundance of many species of seahorses. Even universities send their biology students here for research, so do not miss the opportunity to see some rare species as well as their abundant cousins; though who cares right? They are all so pretty! 5. Sea Turtles: These creatures tend to be extremely popular with divers as their curious nature often has them swim by human groups, in Pattaya we are actually lucky enough to be located in midway of their migratory route meaning you are always (potentially) lucky to bump into them.

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t used to be Thailand’s version of Devils Island, the infamous French prison off South America. Like it, Koh Tarutao was malaria-wracked, surrounded by sea and totally removed from public scrutiny. Fortunately, things do change. The French are long-gone from Devils Island, as are the malaria and crocodiles from Tarutao. Gone too are its prison guards and convicts, and the bizarre tale of how they teamed together during World War II to become pirates. The Mu Koh Tarutao-Koh Adang archipelago on Thailand’s far southern Andaman coast is a 52-island National Park group that’s lush with jungles and looped with beaches. You can reach its main, namesake island, Tarutao by a two-hour speedboat ride from the Trang province port of Pak Bara. Stepping from the pier you find yourself on an untrammeled shore where there is not a single 7/11, ATM, bling spa, go-go bar, tailor’s pimp or jet-ski in sight. Instead, Tarutao gives you arms-wide expanses of silica sands, a bottle-green sea, basic bungalows, jungle roads and, at the end of the day, a cold beer and plate of pad thai at a beachside canteen. What more do you want? OK — a big, fat book and some smart company. The uninhabited archipelago is as far south as you can go in Thailand waters. (Malaysia’s Langkawi Island is just five kilometres away.) The islands’ towering rock formations and crystal waters are part of Thailand’s first National Marine Park and, with the exception of little Koh Lipe island, are still off the radar for large groups and massed day-trippers.

The reward for making it all the way here from the crush of the Big Mango or throng of Phuket is the pure simplicity of the place. The bonus is sea-eagles, macaques, monitor lizards and beaches that are mercifully, perfectly “unimproved”. Behold Thailand, the original, unplugged. Koh Tarutao, the largest island (at 152 sq km), has bungalow clusters near the National Park headquarters at Phante Malacca arrival pier, and on Ao Molae and Ao Son beaches. The bungalows are basic and priced accordingly, from about $20 a night. Mine, on the Molae beachfront, has

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It wasn’t always so snoozy. At one time Tarutao was the Asian version of French Guyana slammer known as Devils Island and the made famous in the book and movie, Papillion. Between 1938 and 1949, up to 3000 Thai convicts at a time were incarcerated on Tarutao, with a 30-km sea moat, complete with sharks and crocodiles, separating them from the Satun mainland. Housed separately to the common criminals was a group of rebel Thai officers and aristocrats who’d been exiled to the island after a failed palace coup in 1932. One of them, So Setabutra, compiled the first Thai–English conversation guide while cooling his heels here. His Siamese-English Conversation book allowed you to practice timeless exchanges like, ‘Are you a stranger here?’ /‘Yes, I arrived in Bangkok only this morning.’ /‘Then I would advise you to go by tricycle.’ And, ‘I heard there is a nude show in Bangkok. Can you tell me where it is?’ During Japan’s World War II occupation of Thailand, food supplies from the mainland were severely rationed and starvation set in on the prison island. In desperation, some convicts and guards turned to piracy in the nearby Strait of Malacca, but with success their raids on passing Malay and Penang trading boats became increasingly bold and violent. So successful were they at pillage that even when the war ended they continued their trade. The pirates were eventually routed in 1946 by a 300-strong British Royal Navy force that attacked from Malaya. The prison closed in 1948. Today you can cycle or hike to Ao Thalo Wow where the main prison stood. The original structures were long ago reclaimed by the jungle or looters but wellkept walkways lead to several reconstructed buildings and illustrated signs show images the daily life and death in this tropical purgatory

GETTING THERE Fly or bus from Bangkok to Trang; then road transfer to Pak Bara for the speedboat to Tarutao. Accommodation: see Thai National Parks (www.dnp. go.th). Season: November—April. (National Park islands are closed during monsoon. Koh Lipe remains open.) www.kotarutaothailand.com; www.kohlipe.net

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a decrepit but adequate bathroom, a clean bed with mozzie net and, booming in the rafters, the world’s loudest gekko. The generator gives us five hours of electricity each night. You need to book in advance, or you can hire a tent from the park office and camp beneath the stars and son talay trees.

If you’ve revelled in unsullied Tarutao and its characterbuilding early nights, then the contrast at nearby Koh Lipe might either appeal or appall. Lipe (pronounced Leepae), Thailand’s southernmost island, was not included in the National Park as it was already home to Chao Lay sea gypsies who, over time have leased much of their land for tourist developments. An hour’s boat ride south from Tarutao you step onto Lipe’s busy Pattaya Beach and are instantly funneled into a consumption gauntlet known as Walking Street.

Pizza, convenience stores, dive shops and cool bars come at you (but no ladyboys, coyote dancers or doof-doof blare). The sois are alive with restaurants, stalls and lodges. There’s not a macaque or monitor lizard in sight. Instead, you find little motorbike taxis, burning sunsets, walk-out reefs, snorkeling and diving trips, and hot water in the shower. Ornithology on Lipe would be more about The Eagles than sea-eagles, but it’s still great fun. The lagoon is the colour of Tahitian turquoise and Devils Island was never like this.

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The importance of internships

earning is a complex process, it wasn’t until I finally graduated and started dipping my toes into the professional world that I realize nothing was like they taught us a school. It certainly was a change, and a big part of my ability to adapt to the circumstances was the real working experience I obtained through an internship, an experience I would certainly recommend to any one out there looking for some insight into their professional path in life.

“It was truly a great learning experience, one that showed me clearly what I wanted to do as I grew up into a useful member of society.” One of the biggest parts of my professional forming was my learning stretch at Web Courses Bangkok (www. webcoursesbangkok.com), a small, energetic and innovative design school/ agency specializing in web and graphic design. During my 6 months long internship, I was lucky to come across a wealth of knowledge and first hand experience in all things digital. It was truly a great learning experience, again, an experience that showed clearly what I really wanted to do as I grew up into a useful member of society.

Adapting to changing times I don’t think neither my parents nor my teachers ever warned me about the

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possibility of making the wrong decisions in my career, I mean, it always seemed easy enough to get good grades, but when it came to the work I often found myself stuck in things I really didn’t enjoy or wanted to do. It took time; I spent about a year and a half working in hotels (a very sociallyaccepted profession, but one that certainly did not bring me a lot of happiness) before realizing it wasn’t something for me, but what then? And how to even achieve a change that would secure me a job that I liked and that would provide me with a steady income?

“I don’t think neither my parents nor my teachers ever warned me about the possibility of making the wrong decisions in my career…” In all fairness, I do consider myself a very lucky man to have been born in these modern times. Options are many and as long as you try and keep clear what makes you happy, opportunities will arise. I was always interested in computers, the Internet and web design, so it did seem logical to try and change my ways towards that objective (it did also help to notice that our lives ever-more-so revolve around these activities). About 1 hour and 2 Google searches later I had stumbled upon the perfect opportunity for my needs: A 6 month long internship at Web Courses Bangkok which promised to teach me everything I needed in web design, content writing and online

marketing, an opportunity I happily took and that, soon enough, would prove to be one of the best decisions I ever made (well that and learning to scuba dive!) 8 month down the road I find myself with a new job in Pattaya at Voova Digital, an SEO and online marketing agency, where I get to develop many useful skills. Though still not developing as many web sites as I would like (factor which I’m working hard to change), I am extremely happy with my job as I get to do one of the things I love the most: I am officially a writer! Again, I don’t think I can emphasize enough how crucial is to get hands on experience before you can truthfully make a career decision. Let’s not forget this particular choice will dictate the outcome of (a big portion) of the rest of your life, it certainly shouldn’t be a rushed decision (nor one taken based on monetary gain alone). If there’s any advice I could give you from this side of the looking glass; it would be to relax for a minute, consider those things that make you happy and try to adapt you career to that, it will all be more worth-while as long as you try to keep within the boundaries of your passions. Since I owe a lot of my retrospection to Mr. Carl Heaton, the managing director of Web Courses Bangkok, it seemed only appropriate that he get the chance to express some of his insightful ideas on this page. Thus, here’s a small emailbased interview we made together, enjoy!

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Interview with Carl Heaton from Web Courses Bangkok.

Would you kindly introduce yourself and what you do? I am originally from Manchester England. I have been a web designer for about 18 years. I had loved writing from an early age and when my friend showed me HTML I fell in love right away. Now I live and work in Thailand and I founded my own web design school about 5 years ago in Bangkok. When I am not teaching I also work as a consultant for the United Nations and I love doing public speaking at local universities, chambers of commerce and networking events.

What made you decide to set up the first English web-design school in Bangkok? I worked as a project manager for a small design company and we needed to hire some new staff. I started interviewing people and quickly realised how far behind Thailand was compared the international web design community. I had been teaching since I was 18 and I thought why not start teaching people how to do Web Design to the quality I was looking for. WCB was born and started in my dining room with a small white board and two mates I promised to teach for free.

How important is it for small and medium business to get online? Nowadays if you do not have an online profile you do not exist. Being online can simply include being on the

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map, or having a fanpage and does not necessarily have to be a full website. There are many excellent business directories out there that are very sufficient for small businesses. If you grow into a medium sized company than you should have a website that is well designed and speaks well to your customers just like you would expect from a real life employee. Are people and business adapting fast enough to the online markets? It all depends on your market. If you are an IT company then every day matters. You need to learn every spare moment you have and I often dedicate at least 1 hour a day to learning something new. Sundays is a learning binge day so I always feel confident we are teaching the latest workflows, skills and facts. The problem I see time and time again is businesses doing “build and forget”. They pay hundreds or thousands of dollars for a website and then not updating it. Would you hire a member of staff and have them sit in a corner for the rest of their employment? Keep learning ever day and update your website as much as you would talk to your staff. What would you suggest to people in Pattaya who would like to learn about web design and online marketing? We will be coming soon! We are opening courses in Phuket, Chiang Mai and even Koh Phangan. We have already found a great place to host the courses so we hope to come down and start teaching everything from Web Design to Graphic Design and hopefully Online Marketing as well. Alternatively we have had a LOT

of people come up from Pattaya to our courses. They start 6pm and finish at 9pm, perfect timing for the buses that regularly run from Pattaya to Bangkok and back.

In general, how long will it take for someone to be able to set up and run their own website? If you are using a system like Wordpress you can learn it in a matter of weeks. There are lots of websites out there that promise you can learn Wordpress in a day but a website is not Wordpress it is what you do with it that counts. Learning how to plan a website effectively, learn some HTML so you can update the content properly and then optimise the website takes at least a week. We have a course called “Build it With Us” that takes 3 lessons of 3 hours. In 12 hours you can learn to build a fantastic website that is SEO and mobile optimised. This is working along side the teacher so he/she does all the heavy lifting while you add in your content and learn how to build a site from scratch. Any predictions regarding the path web design in Thailand should take before reaching international standards? You need to read websites like Smashing Magazine, NetTuts, SitePoint and wpmanager.org, these are websites that are always at the forefront of what is hot in the industry and worth knowing. The most important thing is to enjoy what you do and then create a website that you feel proud of.

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5 things you didn’t know

you could learn in Pattaya: by Matias B.

hough famous for a range of reasons, learning new skills and knowledge is not the first thing that pops into you mind when you think of Pattaya. We would like to encourage our readers top put down the beers and look beyond that usual corner bar, Pattaya is constantly growing and so it the diversity of activities we can choose to engage in. We have collected a short list of courses, workshops and classes you might not have thought you could learn in sin city, and hopefully you too will be surprised by the growing number of interesting (and productive!) choices we Pattayians are finally starting to get. If you feel like a challenge, find yourself bored with the usual routine or just plainly tired of wasting your money between bar-fines and shopping trips, well this is for you:

Learn to Paint:

Ever felt like expressing that which your soul holds within? Well Khun Pat Wilkings from the Pattaya International Ladies Club (PILC) is organizing weekly classes with a guest artist from Bangkok Khun Elise Evans . The classes will cover oil, acrylic and other mediums, each week students will explore different painting techniques while applying what was learned the previous session. Get all the insights from a 35 + years veteran artist, who also owns one of Bangkok’s most prolific art studios www.attic-studios.com Don’t miss this great opportunity to learn first-hand from a professional while letting your inspiration show you things you didn’t think yourself capable of, don’t forget life is an empty canvas so you better learn to throw some paint on it! Here’s what you need to know: Where: You can contact the organizer

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for an update on the venue When: Every friday at 10 AM (lasts about 3 hours) Price: 1200 THB per student Contact: bea.grunwell@gmail.com

Traditional Chinese Painting: Might sound like the activity above, but trust me, it is another universe of self expression! Organised by Khun Ingrid Van Der Heyden, these classes will begin from October onwards depending on people’s interests, though the teacher is willing to organize 1 on 1 lessons so don’t be shy if you can’t find a friend to join you, go right ahead and pick up your brushes! An artists with many decades of experience Khun Ingrid has decided, after a 2 year long intensive course in Beijing University (and yes of course she was taught by a Mr-Miyagi-looking 70 year old master!) she has decided to share the beautiful knowledge collected with anyone interested in learning a millennia-old art form. Where: You can contact the organizer for an update on the venue When: Every friday at 10 AM (lasts about 3 hours) Price: 3000 THB which includes paper and materials Contact: absbeach@gmail.com

clearly and cohesively is a basic skill for any manager, teacher, student and pretty much any person in need of a confidence boost. Being a member of Bangkok Toast Masters, I was thrilled to hear Khun Sue Kurkaja (a seasoned Toast Master of 35+ years of experience) has take it all up on herself to teach people to be confident and effective when expressing themselves in front of a crowd. It’s lots of fun and a great ability to practice. With groups ranging from 10-20 people this Public speaking classes are the perfect place to polish your spoken communication abilities. Added to the fact Khun Sue also teaches communicative sales and intercultural management lessons, means she offers a range of knowledge valuable to any manager or aspiring leader. Is this something you might want to try out? Well here’s what you need to know: Where: Depending on the size of the group (though she can also organize 1 to 1 classes) Khun Sue will book a conference

Public Speaking : Bet you weren’t expecting this one, but public speaking is one of the best skills for anyone who wishes to increase their leadership abilities. Being able to stand in front of a crowd and express yourself

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South-East Asia study group: Were you even aware that the National Museum in Bangkok also has a study group based here in Pattaya? Well i didn’t either, so when met the chairman Khun Victoria Victoria Kugriasteva and was told about the growing number of both women and men joining this study group for no other purpose than to satisfy their curiosity, I was quite interested! Turns out they take their history seriously, activities include travel to important historic areas throughout South East Asia, regular discussions/presentations plus trips to Bangkok’s National Museum’s lectures and activities (which you can see here: www. museumvolunteersbkk.net). They are indeed a very driven group filled with ideas and a enormous amount of curiosity, they have already printed studies in subject raging from South East Asian fabrics, architecture, religion, society and culture. You can get Access to these publications by going to the national museum’s website written above. In case you will like to participate and engage in these historic research projects (and possibly get published in the process) then you should know the following: Where: To be defined by the chairman When: Also defined by the chairman (generally once a month but could be more if there are more study trips or presentations)

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Price: 1,200 per year (1800 if couples join) which is the cost of the membership for the National Museum Volunteers in Bangkok. Contact: nikastar@loxinfo.co.th

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room in one of the many Pattaya hotels (depending on availability and convenience) When: When ever you can! Class time is flexible and can be arranged by getting in contact with K'Sue. Price: Again, this will depend on the size of the group and type of class (remember she also teaches sales and intercultural management lessons) Contact: sue.kurarga@gmail.com

Amara windsurfing school is ran by Thailand’s ex-windsurf champion Khun Amara Wichithong at the Blue Lagoon Pattaya Water Sports Centre on Soi 14 Naa Jomtien, they also provide kitesurfing classes but under the name Blue lagoon school. You can find all the information you need by looking at their website www. watersportspattaya.com/index.php/location-pattaya-blue-lagoonsurf-club.html and for kite surfers at http://bluelagoonpattaya.com/ So there you go! Hope I managed to shine some light on some of the more unknown activities one can choose to indulge in our lovely bar-ridden city, I mean is always good to be reminded every book has something educational laying within, regardless of it’s cover.

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5 Things you can do for a Greener Pattaya “Even the largest avalanche is triggered by small things.” -Vernor Vinge Pattaya may not be the “Greenest” city but that doesn’t mean you have to give up on the dream of a clean paradise. Going “Green” in Pattaya sometimes requires a little more creativity than many expats are used to. Green Pattaya and Pattaya Trader are now working together to help make Pattaya a little Greener one less plastic bag at a time. 1.Empty Water Bottles are a menace to nature and a huge source of plastic pollution on land and in the ocean, of course in Thailand we still need a constant flow of clean water for cooking and drinking. Installing a water filter at home and reusable bottles for when you are on the go is both cost effective and saves the environment. Did you also know you can save money, contribute to charity, and drink clean water by purchasing a drip water filter from the Pattaya Rotary club? They sell a very good drip filter and it works without electricity. Each unit costs 2000 thb (half the money goes to buy filter for families in Thailand who can not afford it) and they will last 5 years. If you order through Green Pattaya we will come and set it up for you and show you how to use it. 2. Say no to the extra plastic bag in 7/11 or any convenient store also say no to straws and extra plastic spoons. 3. If you have a garden, grow trees not grass, how often do you actually sit on the grass anyway? Buy big leaf trees for maximum coolness and shade. You will notice the temperature goes down inside and outside your house. If you live in a condominium ask the caretaker if they have a rooftop garden and if not can you arrange one? It will save your house thousands of Baht in cooling costs per year.

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4. If you have a garden, make a compost from an old rubbish bin, just make some holes in the bin and start putting all your vegetable inside. You will not notice any smell unless you put your head above it and there is always space for more. In our garden we keep refilling the bin everyday and have never had to empty it for two years now. This can reduce the garbage you send to a landfill by as much as 50 %! For the rest of your food rubbish put a bowl out for the dogs in the area, they always need food and a fed dog is a happy dog. You will also help reduce the mounting rubbish mountain in Pattaya. 5. Recycle more, there is always trucks that goes around and collect all kind of plastic, metal and glass. If you do not want to collect rubbish in your garden just sort the garbage out before you throw it out. The collectors will quickly learn you sort your trash and gladly take your recyclables. For example do not mix coke cans with an old diaper. Most garbage collectors open your bag before throwing it and you make their life more easy and save the environment. . If you live in a condo you can give a bag of collected cans and bottles to the cleaning lady or security man. 99 % of them will gladly collect it to make extra money. Green Pattaya and Pattaya Trader are working together for a greener Pattaya for everyone. For any furniture clothing, electric items, kitchenware you want to through away, contact Green Pattaya we have a number of local charities that are in need of these items and there is no need to throw it away. www.facebook .com/ greenpattaya green@ donate2thailand.org

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Green Papaya Salad or Som Tam

The Som-tam Craze, where does it come

If you happen to be craving something spicy, sour, salty or sweet and can’t quite make up your mind as to which one you really want, the Thai people would love to suggest one of Thailand’s most beloved dishes. In fact, this particular dish offers the eater an array of flavors. It’s incredibly healthy. It’s big on taste and depending on the style in which it’s prepared; it can be concocted from a host of ingredients that range from roasted peanuts to raw crabs. If you’re still not convinced, it shows up on almost every list of the top ten Thai foods, and according to a recent Thai television survey, it’s the most popular dish among Thai women! If you still haven’t worked it out, the particular dish in question is Green Papaya Salad or Som Tam.

According to a recent Thai television survey, it’s the most popular dish among Thai women! Scholars are still debating which side of the border som tam originated on. Whether it was in Lao or the Isaan area to the northeast, green papaya salad has just about reached cult status in the Kingdom of Thailand. It was first introduced to central Siam by migrants from Isaan during the reign of King Rama II (1809 to 1824). Upon its arrival, green papaya salad went by its original Khmer name of Tam Mak Houng, which translates into “pounded (tam) papaya” (mak houng). The Thai people then renamed the dish som tam Lao. Lao being a nod to the salad’s roots and som tam, which means “pounded sour” in Thai, reflected the addition of a new sour component. The cuisine that hails from Isaan is largely known for being both savory and spicy. Because of this, the original northeaster recipe, i.e. Som Tam Lao, is noted for the absence of sugar and lime juice, being slightly salty, incredibly spicy, and for containing certain “fermented” ingredients that Western and some Eastern pallets may find challenging. Since its arrival, som

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tam Lao has been somewhat tamed by the residents of central Thailand. This was accomplished by the addition of palm sugar and lime juice, as well as a number of other optional components that have altered its flavor profile. This accounts for the many regional differences found in the green papaya salads served throughout the Land of Smile’s 76 provinces, and across the adjoining nations that comprise Southeast Asia.

How to order the perfect Som-Tam

As to its taste, som tam is a unique combination of Thailand’s signature flavors … spicy from the chilies, salty from the fish sauce, sour from the lime juice and sweet from the palm sugar. With a crisp and crunchy texture, its fresh and lively taste has been likened to a rave party for the taste buds. Although the sweet, spicy, salty and sour ratios will vary from vendor to vendor, each can be dialed either up or down to suit one’s taste. The ingredients that are common in most Thai green papaya salads are: “bird’s eye” chili peppers, garlic cloves, dried shrimp, green unripe papaya, yard long beans, tomatoes, fish sauce, tamarind juice, fresh lime juice, palm sugar, and roasted peanuts. Other ingredients, depending on the type ordered may include: carrots, cucumbers, mangos, apples, bananas, coconut, hog plums (makok), Thai eggplant, brined rice paddy crabs, fermented fish, anchovies, sausage, and fried rice noodles to name a few. “Sweet, spicy, salty and sour ratios will vary from vendor to vendor, each can be dialed either up or down to suit

one’s taste.” When ordering a green papaya salad either in a restaurant or from a street vendor, it’s customary to request that it be tailored to suit one’s taste. If this is not done, there’s a good chance it will set the eater’s mouth on fire! Using a clay Lao style mortar, whole garlic cloves and chilies are coarsely smashed using a wooden pestle. Sliced yard long beans and halved cherry tomatoes are then added and pounded just enough to bruise the beans and release the tomatoes juice. Freshly shredded green papaya, dried shrimp and crushed roasted peanuts are then blended into the mixture with a less destructive instrument, such as a wooden spoon. Finally, fish sauce, tamarind juice, palm sugar and lime juice are added to taste. Then all of the components are lightly tossed until well mixed. For those who truly enjoy som tam, but haven’t mastered the intricacies of operating the mortar and pedestal, authentic som tam sauce is available in most Thai super markets. According to the Mae Pranom Som Tam Sauce label, all one need do is add fresh papaya and vegetables to create an instant som tam without all the pounding. Two versions of the sauce are available – the fermented fish or green label version and the more farang friendly or blue label version. The green label is said to be only for Thai people because it contains a rather pungent northeastern relish called Bplaa Ra that is comprised of fermented fish, salt and roasted rice. The blue label however, is considered to be non-odiferous and therefore more user friendly. “Authentic som tam sauce is available in most Thai super markets, all one need do is add fresh papaya and vegetables to create an instant som tam without all the pounding.”

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ocated at the front of View Talay Residence 4 on the corner of Soi 5 (Immigration) and Jomtien Second Road is the impressive looking Da Vinci Restaurant and Champagne Lounge. As the name suggests this classy venue is much more than just a restaurant. One of the things that set Da Vinci apart is the interesting concept of 2 full menus to choose from, one for patio dining outside, and a fine dining menu inside. The spacious terrace area is ideal for those who enjoy dining in a less formal atmosphere while still enjoying high quality food at realistic prices. Here you can enjoy breakfasts, sandwiches, superb burgers and homemade pizzas to list a few of the dishes on offer. For the more formal or romantic occasions there is an elegant dining room where you can enjoy a comprehensive selection of French and Italian cuisine including imported top shelf Beef, Bison, and catch of the day seafood as well as fresh homemade pastas all caringly prepared by the executive Chef Giuseppe Tumiotto. Being more than just a restaurant Da Vinci has a comfortable lounge and bar area set aside for those who just wish to enjoy a cocktail or some of the great selection of fine wines and champagnes as well as a large shelf full of high end whiskey and spirits. Alternatively you can take in the relaxing ambience while sipping a cool beer. It is here in the cocktail lounge under the watchful eye of restaurant manager Keoma Intravaia, that Da Vinci comes into its own. Many restaurants will prepare a dish of what you want and the way you want it cooked to satisfy your tastes. Here at Da Vinci the same can be said for their cocktails as Keoma is a top mixologist who just by listening to you, will create a cocktail to satisfy your taste be it sweet or sour. By asking the right questions Keoma will create a unique cocktail just for your palate. He also cleverly uses various fruits and foods to enhance or complement the different flavours. This was clearly

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demonstrated in the 2 cocktails I was fortunate to try. It was intriguing to see the ingredients being used in the preparation of the first cocktail called â&#x20AC;&#x153;Love Disappearâ&#x20AC;?, and the use of a pear marmalade imported from Europe was a real surprise. There was some hesitancy on my part when it came to the tasting, after seeing what had been mixed together and thought the amount of ginger used would dominate both the smell and taste. However, I was pleasantly surprised at the taste considering the number of flavours blended together and with the effect of using imported italian cacao on the rim of the glass created an excellent balance. The overall effect was unexpected with the taste being very similar to coke reminding me of the sugar coated cola bottle sweets from my childhood. The second drink was a Sour Cinnamon Daiquiri balanced against a homemade Italian gelato dessert, the pairing provided both sweet and sour and would make an excellent finishing act to any evening of fine dining. What also adds to the experience is the passion and enthusiasm Keoma demonstrates when talking mixology and educating his clients on the subject. You can also see the evidence of the showman within as he prepares your special cocktail. So why not visit Da Vinci, start the evening between 6-9 with their special 99 Baht Mojito, and enjoy some quality cuisine with a great relaxing atmosphere while challenging Keoma to find the cocktail of your dreams.

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Health Benefits of Thai Vegetables

by. Brian S.

Anyone who’s ever eaten Thai cuisine is well aware of the fact that many of the components that when combined make it so delicious are, well … foreign to us foreigners. On the other hand, an eagle-eyed eater who frequents Thai eateries can’t help but notice that a large number of Thai dishes contain ingredients that are non-native to Siam. There’s no doubt that the fare that has made the Land of Smiles so celebrated in culinary circles has appropriated, adopted, filched, liberated or otherwise borrowed a number of ingredients from abroad that, strictly speaking are not totally Thai. As one would expect, these expatriate edibles that Thailand has embraced have been vested with a Thai title and are now practically thought of as being their own. A number of these immigrant ingredients turn up in the form of root, leaf, pod and flowering vegetables, and oddly enough, they have more to boast about than just their good taste.

Asparagus or Nòr Máai Fà-ràng:

Because asparagus has become the centerpiece of numerous Thai stir-fries it’s no longer considered to be an interloper in the Land of Smiles. Health wise, it’s not surprising to see this spear shaped veggie trumpeted as an anti-inflammatory food because it contains a unique combination of nutrients called saponins. It’s been shown that the consumption of foods high in saponins have been associated with improved blood pressure, blood sugar regulation, and better control of blood fat levels. In addition, saponins are known to lower the risk of cancer and guard against amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, aka “Lou Gehrig’s Disease. Asparagus also provides a broad range of nutrients including vitamins B1, B2, B6, C, and E, as well as beta-carotene, folic acid, zinc, manganese, selenium, niacin, and choline.

Bean Sprouts or Thua Ngok: Mung bean and soybean sprouts are commonly found in Thai salads, soups and stirfries like Phad Thai. Low in calories and high in protein, both mung and soybeans are loaded with vitamin C, and a rich source of folate. Folate is crucial for the human body to produce DNA, amino acids, and red blood cells, all of which are essential for the prevention of anemia and birth defects. By making any type of bean sprouts a regular part of your diet; you’ll also ensure that your body doesn’t run short of a number of essential B complex vitamins.

even prevent the onset of arthritis and kill cancer stem cells at the root of a tumor. The sulfur based compounds in broccoli can also significantly improve blood pressure and kidney function, slow down the decline in the immune system that is associated with ageing.

Mushroom or Hèt: Mushrooms are often grouped with vegetables, but in actuality, they inhabit a kingdom of their own which is separate from both plants and animals. The mushroom is in fact a fungus that’s been classified as a vegetable for convenience. Most varieties of mushrooms are low in calories, fat, gluten and cholesterol free, and they have an extremely low sodium content. Mushrooms are among the richest sources of selenium, a mineral that protects the body’s cells from damage that could lead to heart disease, some cancers, as well as a host of age related diseases. Tofu or Dtâo Hôo: I know tofu isn’t

is an excellent source of protein and it contains all eight of the essential amino acids. It’s also rich in calcium, manganese, selenium, phosphorous, magnesium, copper, zinc and vitamins B1 and E. Studies further suggest that tofu helps lower: bad cholesterol, the risk of breast cancer, osteoporosis, cardiovascular diseases, and it can alleviate the symptoms associated with menopause.

Tomato or Má-kĕua Tâyt: Strictly speaking the tomato is a fruit according to the Oxford English Dictionary because it contains seeds. But in culinary terms, it’s commonly referred to as a vegetable. Be that as it may, some 200 years ago the tomato was considered to be poisonous, and therefore inedible! According to the people who know about these things, one medium tomato holds 22 calories, 0 grams of fat, 1 gram of protein, and 5 grams of carbohydrates, which includes 1 gram of fiber and 3 grams of sugar. The same tomato is also a rich source for vitamins A and C , as well as folic acid. Tomatoes protect against cancer, promote heart health, prevent constipation, and fight depression by preventing harmful compounds from forming that can minimize the flow of nutrients and blood to the brain.

Broccoli or Ror-òk Koh-lee:

Cruciferous vegetables of which broccoli is one are considered to be amongst the healthiest vegetables one can consume. Fortunately for those who enjoy Thai food broccoli has been accepted with enthusiasm by the Thai nation. Because broccoli is rich in sulfur based compounds that prevent destructive enzymes from damaging cartilage, an increased diet of this vegetable is said to slow down or

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vegetable; however it is made from one. As one of the staples in Thai food – tofu is a product derived from soybeans, and it’s made much like that of a European cheese. Tofu

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Melanoma Know your skin; fear the sun

With monsoon rains coming to an end and high season approaching, Pattaya beaches soon will be invaded by tens of thousands of sunbathers from around the world, leaving one to think that the primary cause of skin cancer had yet to be revealed, or that a suntan is worth the risk of melanoma .

hile these white-skinned farang, many with blue eyes and light-colored hair, are the primary victims of ultraviolet rays, skin cancer poses a very real and serious threat to everyone—from Africans to Scandinavians, from Indians to Thais. Melanoma--the most dangerous of these threats--occurred in nearly a quarter million people last year, and killed about one-fifth of its victims.

You’ve heard it before and here it is again: Whatever the hue of your skin, avoid mid-day sun—even when the sky is cloud covered. If you must venture out between 10 A.M. and 3 P.M., first apply sun block (SPF 30 or higher), and wear a wide-brim hat, protective clothing, and sunglasses that block UVA and UVB rays. What is melanoma ? Melanoma is not the most common skin cancer, but it causes the most deaths. If recognized and treated early, it is almost always curable; it can be surgically removed right in the dermatologist’s office. If not treated early, the cancer can advance and spread to other parts of the body, where it becomes hard to treat and can be fatal. The rate of melanoma has been dramatically on the rise. Although risk increases with age and length of sunexposure, it also can affect young, healthy individuals. Melanoma is now the most frequently diagnosed cancer in much of the world—most often in Australia and New Zealand. The primary sign of melanoma is the appearance of an abnormal growth on the skin. Any change in the size, shape, color or

texture of an existing skin lesion also may signal an impending melanoma, as well as if it oozes, crusts or bleeds. Pain, poorhealing, swelling or chronic itching of these growths can also be a sign of malignant change. Melanomas may grow within a mole or birthmark, but often appear on unmarked skin. Although these cancers are typically found on sun-exposed areas, such as the upper back and trunk and on women’s legs, they can also appear on other parts of the body, including palms, soles, and under the nails, or in areas that rarely see the sun. Risk factors include a family history of melanoma, the presence of many moles or birthmarks and development of precancerous lesions, as well as freckling on the upper back and shoulders, five or more blistering sunburns prior to age 20, and experiencing high levels of intense sunlight. Tanning salons appear to pose an increased risk of melanoma. People who have had melanoma have a high risk of recurrence. Those at risk for any reason should have frequent, routine check-ups and monitor their skin regularly.

Melanoma Factoids About 86 percent of melanomas can be attributed to exposure to ultraviolet (UV) radiation from the sun.

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Melanoma is one of only three cancers with an increasing mortality rate for men, along with liver cancer and esophageal cancer. A person’s risk for melanoma doubles if he or she has had more than five sunburns at any age. One or more blistering sunburns in childhood or adolescence more than doubles a person’s chances of developing melanoma later in life. Women aged 39 and under have a higher probability of developing melanoma than any other cancer except breast cancer. The majority of people diagnosed with melanoma are white men over age 50. Melanomas in Asians, Filipinos, Africans and Indonesians most often occur on non-exposed skin with less pigment; 60-75 percent of tumors arise on the palms, soles, mucous membranes and nail regions. Asian melanoma patients have a greater tendency than Caucasians to present with advanced disease at time of diagnosis. While melanoma is uncommon in Asians, it is frequently fatal. More than 90 percent of the visible changes commonly attributed to skin aging are caused by the sun. Moles, brown spots and growths on the skin are usually harmless — but not always. Anyone with more than 100 moles is at greater risk for melanoma. The first signs can appear in one or more atypical moles. So get to know your skin well to recognize any changes. Look for the ABCDE signs of melanoma: • Asymmetry • Borders (irregular) • Color (variegated) • Diameter (greater than 6 mm; about the sizeof a pencil eraser) • Evolving over time If you see one or more such signs, visit a dermatologist.

Dark chocolate is more than a delicious treat, it also is beneficial for your heart, and provides polyphenols with high antioxidant activity. Of all chocolates, it has fewer unhealthy fats and sugars. Recent research shows that eating a few pieces of dark chocolate each week (choose 70 percent or higher pure cocoa solids) is heart-healthy because it fights free radicals and helps raise good (HDL) cholesterol, thanks to the cocoa butter, which is heart-healthy monounsaturated fat. Dark chocolate also appears to decrease the risk of stroke. Swedish researchers found that women who ate high amounts of chocolate had a 20 percent lower risk of stroke; British researchers found the number to be

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closer to 30 percent. “Those who ate dark chocolate weekly had a 37 percent lower risk of any heart disease than those who ate the least amounts.” Plant foods rich in flavonoids and antioxidants are beneficial to humans: antioxidants protect our cells from damage caused by free radicals, which have been linked to heart disease and other health concerns. Dark chocolate comes from the cacao plant, which provides these compounds. British researchers looked at seven studies that focused on chocolate and cardiac health. Their findings suggest that people who ate more chocolate reduced their risk for heart disease; those who ate dark chocolate weekly had a 37 percent lower risk of any heart disease than those who ate the least amounts. ####

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eaving unexciting Soi 9, it is only a short walk to the Thai Military Bank and the High 5 Hotel marking the intersection of Second Road and Soi 8. This is one of the few sois in Pattaya without a 7-Eleven on the corner. Tell your friends. Soi 8 is to Central Pattaya what Walking Street is to South Pattaya, except that Soi 8 does not ban vehicles after 7:00pm. Like most sois connecting Beach Road with Second Road, it is very narrow, so the city planners (who?) have made it one-way. Good decision, but this is Thailand (TIT) and designating a street ‘one-way’ deters very few. Motorcycles are a law unto themselves. As a result, trafficwise, Soi 8 can be bedlam. It only seems like yesterday that, as a fresh-faced youth with money in my pocket, love in my heart and sawdust in my head, I first stumbled into Soi 8. I could feel a tear welling in the

Beach Road Soi 7 to 8

corner of my eye as I began the nostalgic journey towards the beach. Nowadays, of course, many of the beautiful, charming Hostesses see me for the trez la trash I am, and don’t give me the time of day. But still I live in hope that some newcomer, with half the Isaan rice crop still under her fingernails, may find me an incredibly sexy man.Next to the TMB, Planet Sam’s Beer Bar is the first beer bar on the left, followed by M&M 24-Hour Minimart and Eastiny Place Hotel. Interesting thing about this soi is the name ‘Eastiny’, or a derivative of it, appears to be very much the nom du favori and is more prolific than McDonalds. Next is Patsy Beer Bar and the large Sunshine Hotel and Residence. Opposite is Eastin Hotel Pattaya, not to be confused with Eastiny Hotel, followed by Harley Beer Bar, Sexy Girls A Go Go and Enjoy Beer Bar. A small soi then connects with Soi 7 and eventually joins up with Pattaya Central Road. On the opposite corner is Wondercat Bar and Restaurant which appears popular with expats at any time of the day or night. Blue Dragon Beer Bar is next door to the relatively new Eastiny Plaza Restaurant, not to be confused with any of the other Eastiny’s nearby. Back on the left hand side is the Prince Hotel Beer Bar Complex; at least that is what is used to be called many years ago. These bars go a long way in contributing to Soi 8’s hedonist reputation. Anyone who has

been in the vicinity during High Season will know what I’m talking about. When they are in full swing they are not for the feint-hearted and ‘excess’ is the only rule. In my opinion, the best of these bars is, ironically, called Best Bar, and I admit to having known the management of this bar for almost fifteen years. Best Bar is great for relaxing and people-watching in the late afternoons but gets really thumping after say 8:00pm. Just by way of a blatant plug, one whole chapter of the hilarious book The Fool is Back! is devoted to the exploits of one group of Best Bar revellers a few years ago. End of plug. Opposite Best Bar is EO Beer Bar and the Eastiny Hotel, not to be confused with any of the other Eastiny’s nearby, while the new Subway outlet comes in very handy for late night nibblers. There are a few other beer bars, most notable being Rolling Live 3 Bar with a live band, as opposed to a dead one, and the popular Sailor Bar. Sailor Bar has cheap booze during Happy Hour and very affordable and delicious Western food on their menu. Then we come to Flipper Lodge Hotel, sister to Flipper House nearby in Soi 7. At Beach Road, Poppy 2 Beer Bar on the right and Lucky Star Bar on the left mark the corners. I noticed a sign saying “Bar For Sale” outside Lucky Star Bar if anyone is interested. That finishes off Soi 8 so next month I’ll head to Soi 7. See you soon Up Your Soi.

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a y a t t Pa SEPTEMBER ISSUE PATTAYA BARGAIN HUNTER

Welcome to Pattaya Bargain Hunter, my name is Belinda and before living in Pattaya I was a buyer in London’s West End. An important part

BARGAIN HUNTER DOES KOH SAMET During the rainy season it’s a great idea to visit Koh Samet. This island with its micro-climate gets far less rainfall than the rest of Eastern Thailand and before the high season really kicks in you can find accommodation bargains on hotel booking sites such as: Booking.com and Agoda.com, (the latter providing 50% off discounts if you book on a Friday).

Sai Kaew Beach Overview When you visit these sites choose a listing dependent on where you prefer to stay For a first visit I would recommend staying at a resort along Hat Sai Kaew (Diamond Beach). The name says it all with its fine white sand this is indeed one of the most beautiful and popular of Koh Samet’s beaches. With plenty of available activities, you can enjoy sunbathing, swimming, jet skiing, windsurfing (700 baht/hr) catamaran sailing (1000 baht/hr) a banana boat or one of the many organised boat trips around the island. On this beach, the ladies by Sawasdee coffee shop will sort you out with a lovely oil massage for only 400 baht in this idyllic setting as you listen to the relaxing sound of the waves and luxuriate in the sea breeze. A manicure or pedicure costs 200 baht and if you prefer they will come to your sunbed so that you don’t miss out on any valuable sunbathing time. In the evening usually between 8-10 p.m. there are “’fire twirling shows””. Young boys will set up their spectacular shows along the beach to entertain you as you eat or drink at one of the many

of my job was to look out for items of quality, value and with that certain special something. Now I look out for bargains in and around Pattaya to share with you.

beach front locations. A donation is appreciated and you should be sure to have your camera handy. Also check out the Roti stands that pop up everywhere. This crepe-like desert can be filled with banana, chocolate, condensed milk, or any number of combinations from just 40baht. My particular guilty pleasure is the Nutella/ Peanut Butter combo.

The quiet side of Samed If you want to head for a slightly quieter beach accommodation try Ao Hin Khok. It is separated from Hat Said Kaew by a small rocky sea point with a mermaid statue. You will find plenty of visitors from Bangkok having a “photo opportunity” here as the statue depicts a story by their most beloved poet Sunthorm Phu who was a native of Rayong province. Or further south Ao Pai where you will find the beach packers paradise that is “Jeps Bungalows”. Even if you don’t stay here its wonderful beach front location provides a great place to sit and enjoy a drink or meal. Jep’s does a buffet breakfast with all the western favorites for 220 bht. Worth considering when the “European Breakfast” offering at most resorts are not too tempting. Or for the best high end hotels, travel to Ao Phrao on the west coast of the island where there are still bargains to be found during discount promotion periods and where resorts provide the best locations for sunset viewings.

Thais pay 40 baht, foreigners 200 baht but if you actually live or work in Thailand, then it’s a useful tip for you to take your Thai Driver's License or Teachers card with you to try to avoid paying the tourist price. If you are wondering where your entry fees wind up, take solace from the fact that the ferry terminal was remodeled and upgraded a year ago and the main island road that was once a muddy pot holed dirt track, is now a proper paved thoroughfare with storm drains either side. This makes the prospect of hiring a bike far more tempting than it once was. Rather than renting bike from the hotel and risk getting ripped off, I would advise going directly to a stand by the ferry or main town road where you are more likely to pay 100 – 300 Bah per day. Alternatively you can hire an ATV (4 wheeled motorbike) for around 400 Baht/1hr or 1200 Baht/day. If there are a few of you the Songthaews -green pickup trucks, with two benches in the back and no roof, will usually set you back no more than 200 baht wherever you travel to -so the more of you there are the more of a bargain it becomes and also it may just be the safest option if a few drinks are consumed.

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Happy Lotus Eating! If you have any thoughts, suggestions or comments please write to me “Belinda Bargain Hunter” at:pattayabargainhunter@outlook.com

Some tricks to keep costs low In 1981 the Forestry Department of Thailand declared Ko Samet and its surroundings to be a National Park. So there is a visitor’s tax to be paid towards the island’s upkeep. As your ferry arrives at the main pier there will be a stop at the main ticket checkpoint. Or alternatively if you hire a speedboat to go directly to your hotel, be prepared for an officer to collect the fee from you literally as NOTE: All prices and offers were correct at the time of going to press. No responsibility can be taken for any you step onto the sand. offers being withdrawn or out of stock.

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Classroom Warm-Ups

Teaching English is written by award-winning writer Mark Beales (Lonely Planet, Insight Guides, Bangkok Post). To download the book on Amazon, iTunes, Lulu or Kobo, Google ‘Teaching English Mark Beales’. Or you could have a look at Mark’s other ebook: ‘The Ultimate Guide to Pattaya 2014’.

This month we continue our look at some great ways to get students interested in learning English. Getting students interested in your lesson is often the first battle. A quick warmer activity is the ideal way to get everyone focused, engaged and ready to move on to the main part of the lesson. Here are some simple warmers that work for most age groups and abilities: Sentence change - Say a sentence then change one part of it. Students have to say the new sentence. For example: ‘He works in Madrid twice a week.’ Teacher: ‘you – Student: ‘You work in Madrid twice a week.’ This is a substitution game that can be used to test all kinds of tenses. Write down the words you want to focus on beforehand, as it can be tricky to think of new ones off the cuff. Apples and Bananas – good with smaller classes. Students stand in a circle and have to count in sequence. However, if the number is a multiple of 7 they must say ‘banana’. If the number is a multiple of 5 they must say ‘apple’. For example: ‘1, 2, 3, 4, apple, 6, banana…8, 9, apple, 11, 12, 13, banana, apple, 16…’. Those who get it wrong are out and have to sit down. Continue playing until you get a winner. Bingo – This is a good listening game. Tell students to each write a 4x4 grid in their books. Then show a selection of vocabulary on the board.

Teaching English: How to Teach English as a Second Language is written by award-winning writer Mark Beales (Lonely Planet, Insight Guides, Bangkok Post). It is available to download on Amazon, iTunes, Lulu and Kobo. Or you could have a look at Mark’s other ebook: The Ultimate Guide to Pattaya 2014.

Students chose 16 of these words to write in their grid. The teacher then randomly calls out the words and the first student to get a line of four wins. Or you could just do it the traditional way and use numbers. Adverbs/adjectives - Two teams write lists of five adjectives and five adverbs. They then swap lists. One team has to act out the others words using one adjective and one adverb, while the other team has to try and say which of their words they are miming. For example: 'he is running quickly', ‘he is laughing crazily’. Where is it? - Send one student outside then hide an object in the classroom. The student returns and one other student from his team has to give directions to find it. This works well if you’re teaching prepositions of place. Word Association: Say a word and the next student has to say any word linked to it - football - Arsenal - London - Big Ben clock. See how long they can continue without hesitating or repeating a word. Blockbuster – Draw a grid of letters on the board. Each letter represents the first part of an answer. Each team takes turns to pick a letter and the teacher asks the corresponding question. The aim is to create a link from one side to the other. Try and come up with questions based on a topic your class has been studying or on a general theme.

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| SPORT & LEISURE

«MONTHLY GOLF TIP»

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ello Golfers, We welcome you to the 3rd edition of Pattaya Traders monthly TPR golf tip.

This time around I would like to share some equipment info with all of you and introduce to an amazing product. Swingbyte 2 Enjoy! What is Swingbyte 2? It is a revolution in the game and will change your golf and practice routine completely. Finally you will able to easily understand where your swing is going wrong and most importantly how to fix it. Swingbyte 2 pairs via Bluetooth to any smartphone or tablet running on iOS or Andorid. Once connected and the app downloaded on your device, Swingbyte 2 will blow you away. It will give you 3 dimensional graphics of YOUR swing related to your shaft plane and target line! It allows you to see your swing from any angle possible, zoom in and zoom out on to any part you want to see up close. Additional to the 3D graphics Swingbyte 2 also stores and

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i Folks, well the wind has changed direction and I have moved the boat from the north side to the south side of the dock. The weather should be cooler but we will be getting the "Chinese air" as the locals call it. Met up with two Aussies Greg and Mark for a run out on Captain Daeng's boat. The day started well as Mark's light rod with a whole live squid took off. After much rod bending and line being taken and retrieved in came a 2.5 kg queen fish (bpla chillip). Captain Daeng did his stuff at the back with floats and bottom rods out and we put our gear up front. I had seen the tide table and knew that the tide would be rising all day and with a 2 metre rise the current would be quite strong. With that knowledge I took along a down rigger that I had swapped the wire cable for 50 lb braid. That with 2 x 8 ounce lead weights would take my bait straight down to the depth I wanted to fish. It's a great way to fish as the main line is attached to the

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down rigger line with a small rubber band. Fish hits the bait, starts to run and snaps the rubber band, leaving me with a fish on and no lead weight for the fish to drag around. I got lucky twice, a 3 kg queen fish hit the bait ( a small live silvery fish) and the rod bent over. Then I really got lucky as the fish hit the surface on the other side of the boat! As Greg watched the aerial display on one side, I had the rod in the water as far down as possible as I knew that if the 20 lb braid hit any part of the keel it would be game over. How that fish swam under the boat, surfaced and did not snag the keel I do not know. Finally I got the fish along side the boat and Captain Daeng gaffed it. Late in the day my rod took off, and the 6 - 15 lb ugly stick was bent over double, I had to hope that the fish had hooked itself as there was nothing left in the rod with which to strike! Searing runs straight down and line being stripped off and we all agreed it was not a queen fish. Greg thought it was a spanish mackerel, I just knew it was a big fish and with the rod constantly bent double had to be 5 / 6 kg easily. Captain Daeng got the gaff and said it was a golden trevally long before anyone saw the fish. When it finally came to the surface I was stunned, a 2.2 kg golden trevally! Where was the rest of him!! What a fight from a 5lb fish I would have bet the house he would have been bigger. Earlier on at the back of the boat a 5.5 kg spanish mackerel had hit one of the big rig floats and it was my turn. I was a bit disappointed by the fight (or lack of it) as I wound in the line. Yes he put up a fight when he saw the boat but it was all over way too soon. However later on Mark got a 5.5 kg spanish mackerel off the back that did put up a fight. Electric runs, powerful dives, even the big rig he was handling bent over, this fish must have been working out at Tony's gym! When the fish was gaffed to say Mark was pleased is an understatement even for a lay backed Aussie. Before I got my down rigger from a Canadian guy I used a broken rod. I cut off the rod just above the first rod ring so that the rod could cope with

the 1 lb lead weight. Then I attached my fishing line close to the swivel onto the line above the lead weight with a rubber band. After setting the drag very lightly and putting the fishing rod in a rod holder I slowly lowered the down rigger and the fishing rod line would descend with it. When I reached the depth I wanted I tightened up the drag on the fishing rod. When I wanted to check the bait, I would strike the fishing rod until the rubber band broke, reel in, check the bait, reel in the down rigger and start all over again. Even with a proper down rigger you (or if you are using a long flowing trace) have to descend slowly so that the trace does not become tangled with the main line. Also you must use a large fixed or multiplier (penn reel) fishing reel as on a small reel the main cog will quickly wear out. Anyone wanting their fish of the day photo or share info on what's being caught, info on tackle shops etc. I can be reached on 0808356945 or plamafia5@aol.com.uk

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he Thai based unit of the luxury German car maker, MercedesBenz (Thailand), shrugged off the slowing car market and says it sees a strong growth outlook for its vehicles after posting results of twelve per cent growth to 6,100 cars in the first eight months of this year. This is despite overall car sales falling to a forecast 1 million units down from 1.33 million last year and down also from a target of 1.2 million vehicles for the full year 2014. President and chief executive, Michael Grewe said, "Despite the dismal car market, we expect the [overall] luxury car segment to grow 5-10% this year to 20,000 vehicles," The company has already been seeing good sales growth over the last three years with 10,144 cars sold in 2013 up 55.8 per cent on the previous year. In 2012 the company posted sales of 6,513 vehicles, up 34 per cent on 2011. Mercedes-Benz (Thailand) is in a fortunate position as it enjoys a large market share in the luxury car market, currently standing at 47 per cent, more than its competitors such as BMW and Volvo. One of the main reasons for the high market share is that Mercedes Benz makes many models and variations. So far there are 19 models with over 30 variations, thus a potential owner will normally be able to find a perfect fit for their needs. Prices start from 1.99 million baht for its more compact cars, which account for around a third of sales. The company recently unveiled three new luxury models in the CLS class priced at between 4.49million baht and 5.09 million baht.

Mercedes sees strong growth outlook in Thailand The company said it was considering the possibility of locally manufacturing its compact and hybrid cars in Thailand especially given that the new excise tax will take affect soon. The new taxes will be based on carbon dioxide emissions and lean fuel efficiency. Mercedes-Benz (Thailand), expects to make an announcement before 2016 about possible manufacturing expansion plans.

500 more supercars sought by customs In a bid to recover taxes on super cars that have disappeared from bonded warehouses, The Customs Department is trying to track down 500 vehicles. Already 100 owners were found in a separate case prompting the larger scale search for owners. Normally Supercars are parked in bonded warehouses by the importer and after a period of time, or at the time of sale, they are taxed. The fact that some 500 supercars have disappeared from bonded warehouses recently means they may have been sold without a customs tax payment being made. Director-general Somchai Sujjapongse said "Since it happened during my term, I've instructed officials to tighten checks on imported products from China and supercars and to set up a committee to investigate cases." The problem is also occurring in the superbike market where bikes are also disappearing from warehouses without tax being paid. "It's worrisome, because they may disappear for a long while," Mr. Somchai added. The issue of unpaid duties on luxury cars has been in the headlines several times in the last few years. The latest idea that is being looked at is to fit imported luxury cars and super cars with GPS location tracking devices and RFID tags to more easily track them.

Nissan to repair faulty cars in Thailand and Japan A defective starter and a problem with a brake system are amongst the issues that Nissan Motor Co said it would address in around 178,000 cars in Thailand and Japan as well as other markets. The company will recall or otherwise take steps to repair the defects. Approximately 63,000 of the vehicles requiring attention are in Thailand. In Japan 115,774 cars will be recalled including the March, Latio and Note compact sedans. The production period covered is mid 2010 to April 2014. Three fires occurred due to the faulty starter system but no injuries were reported. For the break system, no incidents have been reported at all, but the company is likely taking the steps as a precautionary measure.

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Three fires occurred due to the faulty starter system but no injuries were reported. For the break system, no incidents have been reported at all, but the company is likely taking the steps as a precautionary measure.

Stolen E-Type Jaguar returned to owner after 46 years. A classic British 1967 Jaguar E-Type convertible that was stolen in 1968 was returned to its owner Ivan Schneider some 46 years later. The owner, now 84 years old, parked the car outside his apartment in 1968 and never saw it again until now. It was found by way of a vehicle check for classic cars on their way to Holland. When it was stolen it was nearly brand new and its value has plummeted since it is now nearly 50 years older and it was not well taken care of. Mr. Schneider. commented that he fell in love with the car when he first had it. However he noted "I'll use it as a Sunday car," adding "They were never reliable." Mr. Schneider now plans to restore the car to its former glory.

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Talking Wheels with Edd Ellison With a firm grounding in motorsport and having enjoyed a smooth progression through the ranks, he says that it's now the perfect time to open up a new chapter. "I spent a bit of time on lower capacity engines driving [in] one make races and touring cars which I believe gives me the basic tricks of racing, which is very useful before stepping to Super Cars," he says. "I don't believe in short cuts in dealing with speed as any mistakes could be very serious both on safety and commercial grounds." As a longtime Vattana Motorsport driver and having already progressed to Super Car Class 2-GTM with the Gallardo Super Trofeo, plumping for the blistering GT3 version was a no brainer, especially as Vattana is the official agent for the car's builder, meaning full factory backing is right there in the garage. "The Gallardo is a good and reliable machine," Umar says. "Having been in the Vattana team, it is best to go that way as we have the ultimate technical support from Reiter."

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- Racer roars into life at Pattaya’s Bira Circuit He's a very familiar face in the Thai motorsport paddock and to Pattaya race fans. A gentleman driver who doesn't accept any career limits. He's pushed and pushed his way upwards and now he's all set to climb onto the top rung of the motorsport ladder in Thailand and join Thailand Super Series’ (TSS) Super Car Class 1-GT3. Umar A. Rahman is the driver and he’s going to be a very welcome addition to the top class grid. In making the final step, a jump from Super Car Class 2-GTM to Super Car Class 1-GT3, it's set to be something of an evolutionary process for Umar as he will be swapping his regular Lamborghini Gallardo Super Trofeo for a Lamborghini Gallardo GT3 FL2. However the similarities really stop with the brand and model name. From the Gallardo Super Trofeo, which forms the backbone of Lamborghini's ‘one make’ race series in Europe, the US and Asia, a more mildly modified end of the scale machine, he's stepping into another version of the supercar that is a totally different animal, the fearsome state of the art race bred Gallardo GT3 FL2.

He's just had his first shakedown in the new car at the Pattaya track. It was a good acclimatisation with the racing cockpit and offered him a quick glimpse of this machine's immense power. "My first impression?" he says with a laugh. "As I expected the Gallardo GT3 is an awesome machine with great power now it's a matter of how much I can cope with the car for the very next race.” It's unquestionably a big step for any driver to go from Class 2-GTM to Class 1-GT3 and Umar is under no illusions that he's really going to have to raise his game. However he has a deep passion for racing and is raring to go. "It's challenging and I'm really looking forward to be at work in the cockpit again soon," he adds.

In fact this will actually be the machine that Vattana Motorsport team leader Chonsawat Asavahame campaigned in TSS last year as well as during the 2014 season opener in Sepang. So it's proven fast, reliable, capable – and also a previous overall winner at Bira Circuit. Chonsawat moved onto a brand new Gallardo GT3 FL2 in time for the most recent TSS round, held last month at Bira Circuit, vacating his previous machine, so that has given Umar the opportunity to make the step forward. As a Vattana motorsport driver he has the perfect support package right behind him to extract the full potential of this machine as this Bangkok based team is the official Reiter Engineering agent for Thailand (Reiter Engineering is the experienced German concern that builds these sophisticated racecars). So what was the attraction for Umar to run in the top racing category in Thailand – apart from the obviously unmissable chance to drive a pukka GT3 machine in anger? "The main reason for moving upwards is actually I would like to now further my racing activity to a higher class," he says. "No doubt I only spent little time in Class 2, but it was fun to drive the Super Trofeo which I believe is the best machine in its class." Umar reckons that due to his racing career kicking off more recently than that of other drivers, the onus is on him to push as fast as he can towards his peak and not sit back; that really is the essence of any hungry racing driver. "I started racing a bit late compared to others, thus my age is not young anymore and I have to make the best of time whilst I still have the energy to move forward," he explains.

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DREAM CONNECTION FORMED AT BIRA CIRCUIT Getting to the front of the pack in motorsport is a tough, hard and ruthless business – but even so there is always a little bit of room for romantic stories. In ‘Kiki’ Sak Nana, Thai motorsport has a urban legend personified, his rise to the top has become a myth that has been retold time and again by his many fans – arguably he is the most popular driver in the sport here.

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hai motorsport has honoured the 100th anniversary of the birth of Prince Birabongse Bhanudej Bhanubandh, a towering figure who went out into the world to fly the Thai flag high, enjoying much on-track success and becoming the only Thai to ever drive in Formula 1. Everyone involved in motorsport, including many drivers from past to present, gathered to celebrate the life of this iconic figure during a ceremony at Pattaya’s Bira International Circuit that was hosted by the Royal Automobile Association of Thailand under Royal Patronage (RAAT). Better known as ‘Prince Bira’—or, to motorsport fans across He's always the world, as ‘B Bira’—he was quite simply the one person who gave been our birth to the sport here. inspiration The VIP guest list for the and role celebration was led out by Chawal Sinthukeaw, CEO of Bira Circuit model. He One; Chanat Ruangkritya, one of took part in the founders of Bira Circuit then motorsport under the name of ‘Pattaya Circuit’ and the Chairman of Toscana Valley; when no one Thailand Super Series President in Thailand Sontaya Kunplome; Anothai knew what and Peeraphong Eamlumnow from the automotive-focused motorsport media publishing group and was. Bangkok Motor Show organiser Grand Prix International; Suphot Kasikam; Kriangkrai Limnantarak; Preeda Tantemsapya; Thanong Leeissaranukul; Somchai Srijirarat; Prutirat R. Serireongrith; Thongchai Wongsawan and Chaivudhi Pungthong.

Preeda points out that not only does motorsport owe a huge debt to Prince Bira, but he also raised the profile of the whole country in an era when it wasn’t well known internationally—and that he was certainly not just a talented racing driver. “Back then, no one even knew where Siam is,” he notes. “He really put Siam on the map, especially for motorsport, but much more than that he put the Siam name on the map. So we have a huge gratitude to him. He wasn’t an ordinary person, he was a prince.” Prince Bira’s exploits were extraordinary and the legend climbs into top gear when he was gifted a new ERA ‘voiturette’ racecar for his 21st birthday by his cousin, Prince Chula. Just five days later, and across the Channel, Prince Bira finished second in the 7th Grand Prix de Dieppe—and that was despite stopping midway through the race to change the spark plugs. The legend had been born. Amongst his accolades, Prince Bira was also awarded the prestigious BRDC Road Racing Gold Star

Highlight of the event, which included a religious ceremony, was an auction at which the central lot was ‘Mini Romulus’, a working model replica of Prince Bira's famous ERA racing car of the same name. The ‘Mini Todrod Thailand’ company created ‘Mini Romulus’ especially for the 100th anniversary occasion; the project involving two of the race series organisers here, GPI Motorsport and Only One, and it was fully donated without any expenses deducted. It is the final example of a limited edition run of 200 working model cars by Mini Todrod Thailand, all of which have been sold. ‘Mini Romulus’, however, has its own special characteristics having been given a unique stamp that includes scooped out cockpit sides, yellow and black wheels, a ‘White Mouse’ logo on the engine cover, a Thai flag decal on the petrol tank and ERA-style leather engine cover straps. It is also the only one of the batch of model cars built by Mini Todrod Thailand to have been finished in the light blue Thai national racing colours devised by Prince Bira. It’s fully working too—under the hood is an 110cc, 4-stroke engine mated up to a gearbox with 3-forward and 1-reverse gears. The wheelbase is 200cm, track is 100cm and it stands 80cm high while there are disc brakes on the rear. Mini Romulus, along with a flotilla of its sisters, has even been for a test run around Bira Circuit. ‘Mini Romulus’ was the focus of the auction, with all the proceeds raised going towards the cost of producing the special commemorative 100th anniversary book on Prince Bira and distributing it to schools across Thailand—where students will be able to study the legend of Prince Bira. The remaining funds were donated to the ‘Drink Don’t Drive’ campaign.

Prince Bira

Born on 15 July 1914, Prince Bira first fell in love with motorsport when he journeyed to the UK to complete his higher education at Eton College. His long and successful racing career is now the stuff of legends and his most famous mounts—‘Romulus’ and ‘Remus’—are quite simply icons in the motorsport world. “He’s always been our inspiration and role model,” said Thailand Super Series Race Director Preeda Tantemsapya at the ceremony. “He took part in motorsport when no one in Thailand knew what motorsport was and he went out on his own [to England] where nobody even knew who he was.”

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Speed boat fiberglass 27 f./ 1 engine 200 hp.14 person . Or ready to dive!. try to dive now or view boat now in pattaya. Tel.0892148495. 790,000 THB Partner Wanted !

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MOTORYACHT AQUAMARINE 40 'Special Edition Elegant motor yacht with all extras 2 X 350 HP, Generator, new electronics AirCondition, A comfortable salon, two double bed Exterior and interior newly renovated. mooring Pattaya. Shareholders wanted! "We" two yacht friends from Pattaya, still looking for one or two pleasant share partners from 25% (€ 25 000). Please see more under: http://www. aquamarine-yachts.net/#UsedYachts 1,100,000 THB Phone: 0890225503 Email: willi@aquamarine-yachts. net

2006 Rinker 226 5,0L V8 – 180 Hrs 2006 Rinker 226 5,0L V8 – 170 Hrs I looking for bigger boat so I selling this beautiful boat. Engine only 180 hours and just have big service (60,000 bath). Length (L.O.A.) 23' 6" (7.16 M) Beam 8' 6" (2.59 M) Maximum HP 300 Draft, Drive Up 22 (55 M) Approx. Dry Weight 3650 (1656 KG) Fuel Capacity 42 (159 L) Person Capacity 10 Inboard Mercury engine (5,0L V8 - 300hp) with direct injection, Thai registered, TAX is paid until 2015. Top speed 45.5 MPH (39.5 knots) Cruise at 3,000 RPM 28.4 MPH (24.7 knots) burning just 6.7 Gallon per hour. Boat just painted so you can be in the water all year. All-new seats everywhere + Trailer Mobile-082-6113300 Phone: 08 9248 1920 Email: cashlamb@yahoo.com 56 Ft 6 In 2014 Cranchi Fly 54

Offshore Racer

For more information please contact 0929410626, 0951150882 Price : 200,000 THB Boat For Sale (former Thai Tradition's Design) Boat made of wood in Former Thai tradition's design for sale in Chao Phraya river, Nonthaburi. Price US$ 50,000 for more details please contact email : veecare@hotmail. com(Mr.Vee) or mobile phone 0838397743 50,000 THB

AQUAMARINE 40 'Special Edition Elegant motor yacht with all the extras 2 X 350 HP, Generator, new electronics Air-Condition, A comfortable lounge, two double bed. Exterior and interior newly renovated. Liegeplartz Pattaya. Shareholders wanted! We two yacht friends from Pattaya, still looking for one or two pleasant share partners from 25% (€ 25 000). 1,100,000 THB Phone: 0890225503 Email: willi@aquamarine-yachts. net Partner Wanted !

Speed Boat Fiberglass For Sale.

Speed boat fiberglass 21 f. With trailer Sale because need more bigger. Stay in pattaya. Have 2 boat number 9 & number 3. Can use with engine 200 hp or 140. Any further question please call 0892148495 89,000 THB

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FAST OFFSHORE RACER full equipped, Engine: 2X VOLVO Diesel each 480 HP YEAR 2004, 2 cabins. Top Condition ! Mooring: Phuket/ Pattaya Moore Information under: www.aquamarine-yachts. net Click on used yachts ! 6,500,000 THB Phone: 0890225503 Email: willi@aquamarine-yachts. net 2006 Rinker 226 5,0l V8 – 180 Hrs

MOTORYACHT AQUAMARINE 40 'Special Edition Elegant motor yacht with all extras 2 X 350 HP, Generator, new electronics AirCondition, A comfortable salon, two double bed Exterior and interior newly renovated. mooring Pattaya. Shareholders wanted! "We" two yacht friends from Pattaya, still looking for one or two pleasant share partners from 25% (€ 25 000). 1,100,000 THB Phone: 0890225503 Email: willi@aquamarine-yachts. net

The Cranchi Fly 54 is a new model and you can see that they have a yacht with a very modern sports look about her. Again the Italian style really shows up as you view the exterior of the yacht. Once inside the yacht you will be surprised with the layout and the space available in the yacht. Beautifully furnished as only the Italians can, you will fall in love with her modern but tasteful interior. Another redeeming feature is the head space in the saloon and the cabins. Cranchi is creating great living area's that give you the feeling of a much larger yacht. Our new Cranchi Fly 54 is available now for viewing and sea trial subject to availability. Mobile-084-8428317 Phone: 08 9248 1920 Email: cashlamb@yahoo.com Newly Arrived Highly Optioned Yacht With Volvo Penta D6 2 x 400 hp engines Specified for easy owner handling with joystick control and autopilot Specification LENGTH OVERALL 13.82m 44ft 4 in BEAM 74.06m 13ft 3 in DRAFT 0.96m 3ft 2 in DRY WEIGHT 10.900kg 24,000 LB FUEL CAPACITY 1,000L 220 UK Gals FRESH WATER 300L 66 UK GALS LOCATION Pattaya Mobile-084-8428317 Phone: 08 9248 1920 Email: cashlamb@yahoo.com

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2013 Lexus Lx570 Sport Utility

Innova For Sale - 2013 Model : 2.0 V / AT Buying Date : February, 2013 Total KM. : 19500 KM Till Date Location : Pattaya, Chonburi Price : 950,000 THB Contact : 0900134650 (Ms. Nirawan) Email: agheramahek@gmail.com

Thai Fishing Boat

for sale; thai wooden fishing boat,20mtr long, 3.40 wide.six cylinder nissan diesel+generator for squid fishing.TAT licensed to carry 20 people.deep sea fishing,diving,squid fishing,parties,etc.gps,fishfinder,vhf radio,solar panels for charge batteries,toilet,4 bunks etc. located in the beautiful bay of pattaya city 100mtr from the world famous walking street.any trade possible. Mobile-085-2137839 Phone: 08 9248 1920 Email: cashlamb@yahoo.com

Am selling my 2013 Lexus LX570 Sport Utility 4-Door 5.7L Fully Loaded, Accident Free, Very Clean like New. 811,487 THB Car Trailer For Sale

Cars and trucks

Nissan Navara 2013 Open Cab 6 Speed 18,000 Kms

car trailer for sale For more information please contact K. Joe 0925157355 65,000 THB 3.5t Carry Trailer For Sale

Under a year old, registed September 2013, lovely condition, 6 SPEED manual, 2.5 SETurbo Diesel 2+2/4 doors, GENUINE & guaranteed 19k kms, [only 12,000 miles]. Just serviced at Nissans in June, new all chrome/steel side steps,roll bar & bumper...Like NEW mechanically, lovely modern versatile Pick Up with an IMPRESSIVE, economical performance, a pleasure to drive. REDUCED for quick[er] sale to 450,000 Remote c/locking, alarm, all electric, cd, tax, etc. Over B630k new. Please phone 0891 431 184 ,name is clive, or email 450,000 THB Phone: 0891431184 Email: cliveesuth@gmail.com

3.5 t trailer for sale with tax paper pay already.pattaya For more information please contact 0925157355 85,000 THB

Suzuki carry accident no engine for sale accident suzuki carry n engine for sale with every.document book can transfer to name.pattaya For more information please call 0925157355 35,000 THB Sale Mazda Proceed Classic Car Classic car. Original and good condition. Fuel Bensin. 1600cc Tax paid until Aug'14. Car in Lampang. For more information please contact 0897881388, 0892117778 or Line: sombat-batman 70,000 THB Import Car For Sale Honda Accord 2012 import from Japan 2.4L with sunroof 5 airbags and other special feathers. For more information please contact 0861608883 14,000,000 THB Mazda 3 For Sale For sale. Mazda 3 Hatchback 1.6 white with black leather interior, 2 years old.One owner 16,000 Klm, one year insurance excellent condition 575,000 THB.Tel (English): 081-982 1778 575,000 THB Email: vsnputhasaard9979@gmail. com

Suzuki Carry Accident No Engine For Sale

Innova For Sale - 2013 (2.0 V/at)

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For more information please contact 0860824333 85,000 THB Vios 2004 Down Sale.

Call: 0930623096 35,000 THB Saab 9000 Cd Sale Sale

Accord 2003 2.4 Top 315,000 Baht

Very good condition /discountable/ university lecturer owner / serviced at Honda Charansanitwong Branch / with Viriya insurance . Contact 0892284377 reason for sale: already bought the new car, thus want to sale urgently 315,000 THB

Sale Mazda Lantis 94

SAAB 9000 CD SALE SALE Original, NO LPG. AS IS. For any further information please contact 0816433773 65,000 THB Sale Bmw Series5 - 523i E60 2007 Sale BMW series5 - 523i E60 'Year: 2007 Price: 990,000 For any further question and more photo please contact Line: korpaii 990,000 THB

Issue 168 | OCTOBER 2014

SALE Toyota MR2 sport Car in Phuket

Tel. 0936803133 399,000 THB Car For Sale

Car For Sale

Lotus Elan M100 is a sports car two-seater cabriolet British manufacturer Lotus. It is equipped with a turbo engine at the front, a beam steel frame with polyester shell. This is a traction. Contact : FindYourCarInBangkok Chris : (English/french) 087.829.6680 EID (Thai) 082 704.2599 E-mail : findyourcarinbkk@gmail.com ID Line : jcb130965 *all pictures are posted with the autorisation of the seller* Facebook : https://www. facebook.com/findyourcarinbkk 750,000 THB

Mitsubishi Evolution for sale in good condition,mag wheels,audio sound system,air con. with 9 months insurance. Available 24 Hrs. Tel. 0814841500 150,000 THB

Automatic Mazda Bt50 4door 2.5 Turbo Diesel Pick Up+ Carryboy 2007 Reg

2014 Honda Brio V Limited At ( 3,200 Kilometers )

Mitsubishi Evolution for sale in good condition,mag wheels,audio sound system,air con. with 9 months insurance.Available 24 Hrs. 0814841500 170,000 THB Sale Tz100 Firestone 185 65 14

2014 Honda Brio V Limited AT,3,200km,Excellent New Condition,Seller Owned,Color Modern Steel,4 Door,CVT Auto,12,000THB First Class Insurance Covers 90% Expires April 3rd,2015. Honda 5yr/140,000km Ultimate Care,2 Remotes. 512,000THB OBO Scot 0956679671 424,500 THB Phone: +66956679671 Email: ScotWithOneTIsMe@Hotmail. com

1 previous owner from new ...FULL Mazda service history ,every 6 months ...just overhauled @ Mazdas to make it 100% mechanically . Drives really well , impressive performance ,very quick , strong & 100% reliable. Great engine & AUTO + overdrive . Low mileage for age , 70,000 [123.kkms] MANY useful extras inc SATNAV / GPS ,reversing sensor,new Kenwood stereo with USB . .Plus AIRBAGS , ABS , Remote c/locking / alarm ALL .ELECTRIC ,WINDOWS /MIRRORS etc 4+ months 1st class comprehensive insurance ... Bodywork & paint ALL original , NO accidents 350,000 bt for quick sale Please telephone 0891 431184 or email 350,000 THB Phone: 0891431184 Email: cliveesuth@gmail.com Fortuner '08 Freehold Car, Ready To Transfer

Sale Vios 2010

Firestone TZ100 185/65/14 Year 2012-2013 Good Tel. 0897881388, 0892117778 4,500 THB Sale Ford Ranger Xlt Year 2001 Hot Price 146000 Baht

sale Ford Ranger year 2001 (44) 2900 cc. XLT SUPER CAB ,airbag ,electric control tell.093 306 3593 , 098 969 8589 145,000 THB

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Sale Vios 2010 Angle car toyota vios E year 2010, only 80,000 km,auto, first class insurance Mobile-085-0003262 Lotus Elan 1992 - 40.000 Km OR SALE VERY NICE LOTUS ELAN 1992 - 40.000 KM - ONLY THB 750.000 !!! Great opportunity to get a sport classic car very cheap in very good condition. Detail : - LOTUS ELAN MANUAL GEAR 5 speed - Engine : Isuzu 4 cylinders in line 1588 cm ³ + 16v turbo 165 hp - Only 29.000 KM (certified) - All original part -The car coming with blue book and all documents.

Lamborghini Aventador Lp 700 New 23m Bht

LAMBORGHINI AVAILABLE LEGALY IN THAILAND Imported company car offer all Lamborghini models for sale. Imported LEGALY from Singapore, COMING with registration and blue book. Book it and we offer free ticket to go see the car in Singapore. Show room in Bangkok coming soon.. Special grand opening price More detail feel free to contact us : FindYourCarInBangkok Chris : (English/french) 087.829.6680 EID (Thai) 082 704.2599 E-mail : findyourcarinbkk@gmail.com ID Line : jcb130965 *all pictures are posted with the autorisation of the seller* Facebook : https://www.facebook. com/findyourcarinbkk 23,000,000 THB Ford Escort '73 Mk One (2cars)

Escort MK one for Enthusiast Ford Escort 73 : One owner and one driver. 1 The Blue one with A13 engine + LPG fuel. Every suspension changed ,including rack + pinion 2 The Green one with 1300cc original engine and cushion Sale including genuine spare parts and accessories such as front and rear windshields , transmission axle etc. Cars in Bangkok , any further information please call 0879244619 40,000 THB Innova For Sale - 2013 (2.0 V/at)

Toyota Fortuner (year 2008) 3.0V D4D Diesel Fuel 4WD, freehold car, ready to transfer with perfect condition, all original, no crash, sale buy owner. This car is used in Chiang Mai only, has run around 11x,xxx km. So, no need to worry about extreme flood in Bangkok a few years ago. Maintenance service has been take care of by Toyota Thailand since I bought this car. Please do not hesitate to contact me call 0839472430 730,000 THB

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Model : 2.0 V / AT (Top Version Innova) Buying Date : February, 2013 Total KM. :- 19500 KM Till Date Location : Pattaya, Chonburi Specifications : Skirts and rear spoiler Chrome License Plate Mold Side Mirror with turning signal Time Intermittent wipers Exhaust pipe with stainless cover Front Passenger Audio System :: 1 DVD with 7" Touchscreen LCD and Support Smart G-Book Application Rear Passenger Audio System :: 10.2" LCD Bluetooth with Microphone Leather Steering wheel with audio controller and MID Back Sensor Reverse Camera GPS And Much More....Fully Loaded...Top Version of Innova Price : 950,000 THB Call at : 0900134650 Email: agheramahek@gmail.com

old and good, Manual gear, Only 8.000 Bt./month. All vehicles come with 3th party insurance (some 2+), Aircon, Aloy, Stereo. Deposit necessary. GPS and Childseat available ! In case of dents/scratches = no ripoff. Special Long term prices available. Motorbikes - Semi & fully automatic from 100 Bt./day and 2.000 Bt./month. Delivery 100 THB Phone: 081 - 3407160 Email: siam_bask@hotmail.com Nissan Sunny Super Saloon Car For Sale

Rent Lpg Cars From 300 Bt./day & Truck-van-motorbikes

** Private Rental weekly or monthly ** Pickup 4 door cab, Automatic, LPG (Tank underbody), Power-(Win. Mirrors.CL) Top 14 K/month. Nissan Sunny Neo 1.8 L, 4 door, Automatic, ABS, Airbags, Power-(Win.Mirror. CL) 13 K/month Toyota Hiace Van Transporter, Automatic, LPG tank underbody, C-Lock, with driver if needed.Nissan Sentra, Automatic, 4 door, LPG & Petrol, Power-(Win. Mirror.CL) good Condition 11 K/ month. Nissan Sunny, runs well, 4 door, LPG & Petrol,

DS new home for a great car - I'm selling a 2000 Nissan Sunny (Super Saloon, top model). 126Kms, class 1 insurance thru Jan of next year, all taxes paid. Why buy a new scooter/ motorbike when you can have a nice sedan and drive in a/c comfort for the same price? Wonderful condition, very well maintained, recent battery, brakes, belts, and more. - needs nothing (other than a new owner!). Auto, grey w grey interior. No rips, tears, cracks, dents, this is a very clean car! Asking 150,000thb and willing to entertain reasonable offers from serious buyers. Car is parked in mid-sukhumvit area. Please PM me for details, info and to schedule time to see it. call 0808131026 150,000 THB

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Idea&designs For Sale

The Best Personal City Vehicle Design For Sale

Design from idea to create new device for vehicle is for sale. This is the world’s first innovative design that never being launched into any markets on earth before and it can also help reduce earth’s pollution and even lessen productive cost for auto manufactory partially, this is the optional type3 besides type1 and type2 as shown in the attached drawings. Investor who is interested to adopt this idea firstly, please urgently get in touch directly. Idea&designs disclosure: US$ 500,000 Idea originated&designed by Uvachon Omas 0818365488, Bangkok,Thailand. Email: ideasosimple@hotmail.com 15,000,000 THB

Microcar, the best personal city vehicle design is for sale at US$ 300,000,it had been designed 30years ago,and still hope some auto factory to produce this outstandind little model for most people all over the world. This 2 seats microcar has its own suspension system (2ply parallel leaf springs)and twin cylinders 4stroke 650cc. Gasoline engine in front, reardrive, semi automatic transmission system, over all width and height 1400 mm. full length 2300 mm., weight 600 kg.(estimately). 14 inchs wheel 165/65 tubeless. Design&details disclosure: US$ 300000 If interested, please call uncle TUI 0818365488 anytime 8,999,999 THB

Super Microcar&highlink Suspension System Design For Sale

Super microcar design for sale Designed in 1974 (40 years ago) with highlink suspension system that never been used before. Any auto investor can take it now at US$ 100,000 for further details drawing of the suspension system disclosure. If interested call uncle TUI 0818365488 Bangkok THAILAND anytime. 3,000,000 THB

Urgent Sale Used Car 1994 Nissan Sentra Saloon

URGENT SALE!!: USED CAR 1994 NISSAN SENTRA SALOON *Price: 65,000THB (or negotiable) *Transmission: manual *Excellent paint no rust *Excellent interior -new leather seats cover *Good window tint film *Good running condition - good engine, new battery *Cool air conditioner *Adjustable steering *Tax sticker until (renew soon) ***Car in Chiang Mai***Call and Line ID : 081 032 3205 65,000 THB

Issue 168 | OCTOBER 2014

1999 Vw Passat Runs Perfect 125,000 Ono

Second farang owner. I have over 300,000 invested in this car between the purchase price of 169,000 Baht and all the items I have replaced.Car is Mechanically perfect.In the last year, I have put in:new window motors in all 4 windowsnew shocksnew tiresNew A/Cseveral new sensors in the motor etcnew brakesnew tie rods for the steeringnew stereo systemnew leather seat covers (Front Seats)new batterynew lights (headlights, break lights, turn light assemblies)new running lightsReceipts for all repairs / maintenance.Has GPS navigation system with back-up camera.Tinted Windows, Electric Windows and Mirrors, Electric door locks.I change the oil every 7,000 km and use synthetic oil.Tune up completed July 23, 2014.There are a couple of scrapes on the body where a song tau scratched the paint when I was parked.Runs great, shifts smoothly, cold A/C and very dependable. Taxes and Insurance paid till March of Next Year (2015) - I live in Pattaya (Jomtien)125,000 ONO... 125,000 THB Email: rmicheald@hotmail.com 2008 Lexus Gs 460 Base

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Thank you for visiting this ad , You are bidding on a pristine 2008 Lexus GS 460 with just 72,030 miles. This 2008 Lexus GS 460 is offered to you for sale by Tiffany The paint is in excellent condition and it is apparent that this car was garaged and meticulously-maintained. This vehicle has all of the right options. This vehicle is fully-loaded. this vehicle is owned by a non-smoker. All electronic components is in working condition. One of the most attractive color combinations available on a GS 460! This vehicle is priced to sell. 2.9% FINANCING AVAILABLE WITH APPROVED CREDIT! Don't hesitate to contact me .. This Lexus GS 460 won't last long, 250,000 THB Email: ltiffany635@gmail.com Alfa Romeo 155 Twin-spark 1995 For Sale.

Toyota Vios G, 2009, 104 000km For Sale

Toyota Vios G, 2009, 104 000KM for sale, 1 owner, never broken down or crashed. 1.6 petrol ---------------------------------------------- MILEAGE: 104 000 км PRICE: 300 000 THB MODEL: G (Top model) Features: Air-con, steering wheel audio control, power mirrors, power windows, CD, radio. Safety: driver and passenger airbags, ABS, EBD. Very good condition, with official blue owner's book, government tax/registration and 1st class insurance. For anyfurther question please call 0811522205 K. Puk 300,000 THB For Sale. Lamborghini Gallagardo Lp 560 Year 2012

AlFa Romeo 155 Twin-Spark 1995 for sale. Engine only run 35,000 KM and was in good condition when last used over 10 years ago. Now all rubber parts are disintegrated and need to be replaced. I bought the car from the first owner who was the Italian Ambassador’s wife. Car to be used for spare parts ( engine replacement), need to sell by end of September due to move. Located in Bangkok. Asking price 40,000 THB. Contact English speaking: Khun Malee , mobile 0818541596 Contact Thai speaking: Khun Tanachai, mobile 0894816807 40,000 THB

FOR SALE.... LAMBORGHINI Gallagardo LP 560 - 2012 - PRICE : 15 M/BHT Lamborghini Gallagardo LP 560 with 10.xxx km for sale in Bangkok Coming with blue book. and service book Full option ... same as NEW... VERY SPECIAL PRICE ... ONLY 15M/BHT More detail : FindYourCarInBangkok Chris : (English/french) 087.829.6680 EID (Thai) 082 704.2599 E-mail : findyourcarinbkk@gmail.com ID Line : jcb130965 *all pictures are posted with the autorisation of the seller* Facebook : https://www. facebook.com/findyourcarinbkk 15,000,000 THB

Nissan Slyphy 2012 Nissan Slyphy black colour for sale 1.8 excellent condition leather interior reverse parking camera. Has LPG fitted so makes it economical to use has 1 month left on insurance fantastic offer top model Slyphy was brought brand new 960,000 no accident will accept 750,000 or nearest offer. 750,000 THB Email: Panglover@hotmail.com Rare: Bmw 850 Ks 1994 / Price 2.5 Mb

Only for real BMW lovers and collections! ULTRA RARE BMW 850 Ci ORIGINAL build by Koenig Special in Germany. This one is 5.6 litre engine with 530 hp!!! Made in 1994. Professional historical racing car in excellent condition. CALL: 0 900 2000 40 PRICE: 2 500 000 Thb ABOUT: Willy Koenig started independent tuning operations in 1974 with the first Ferrari 365 BB supplied to Germany. This was followed by tuning on a large number of Ferrari models, and then on vehicles from other exclusive makes, such as Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Lamborghini, Jaguar, and Porsche, among others. Racing was the key to the KOENIG SPECIALS tuning concept. The most successful model on a BMW base is the 840/850 Coupé with a supercharger-engine with up to 390kW/530 h.p., and complete KOENIG SPECIALS modification. For more information please call 0900200040 2,500,000 THB

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Audi A8 Hybrid Brand New For Sale! Only 5.2 Mb

Audi A8 Hybrid BRAND NEW for SALE! ONLY 5.2 MB Call: 0 900 2000 40 Brand new car! Full Options! In factory package. Made in 2014. Car is located in Pattaya. Cars exchange is possible WARNING! Exchange for the apartments, houses, businesses and other stuff do not care! Phone: 08 9248 1920 Email: cashlamb@yahoo.com Daewoo/chevrolet Lanos 2001

Daewoo/Chevrolet Lanos 2001 7.9l normal 91 only, gar. 82.000km, 1 german Longtime Owner, Service THB 8,200 receipt, new tires, new battery, new super Kenwood with warranty, tinted windows with warranty, Aircon check, Brakes, drive shaft, back seats turning down 60/40 Tax/Insurance is paid to April 2015. Also a Third Part Insurance paid THB 5,200 to 21.4.15.electric windows and mirror, Mobile-089-0724897 Phone: 08 9248 1920 Email: cashlamb@yahoo.com Toyota Fortuner 3.0 D4d 4wd Toyota Fortuner 3.0 D4D 4wd Top of the range Toyota Fortuner 2005 Great Optics tons of Extras over 150000 baht on Extras alone. 20" Wheels, Leather, DVD MP4, Chrome Custom Trim. Huge Custom speaker system all 4 doors, Pre-Amp great sound system. Hood and rear tail gate covered with Black Carbon film. Custom Headlights, roof rack, and much more. 85000m All in All excellent condition runs perfect. Real eye turner. Email or call the Numbers Thank you. Have also just added but not shown a front Chrome nudge Bar same as the rear and a GPS System. Tel-038-406492

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150,000 THB Chevrolet Captiva 2007 Autom 2.4lt Awd

Chevrolet Captiva 2007 Autom 2.4LT AWD Up for sale Chevy Captiva 2.4LT Automatic AWD All Wheel Drive. 7 Seater full Black Leather interior ABS Airbags etc. 61000 Miles. Multi Function Steering wheel with Cruise Control. New Tax Nearly New Tyres 4 months old. This Vehicle is Mint in near showroom condition. Needs nothing runs PERFECT. Selling for a friend that had to return to Europe. All paper work Blue Book ready to transfer. Priced for a quick sale only 499.000thb NO OFFERS at this price, over 100000 bt under what its worth. Please call, Email or hit reply button if interested NO Text Messages Thank You. Tel-038-406492 499,000 THB Toyota Camry Hybrid 2009

Toyota Camry Hybrid 2362 ltr low mileage 90,000Kms. White Pearlescent with cream leather interior. 7 inch Navigator - Movie player, Radio and CD player. Used for school runs and shopping excellent condition. Optional Extra private plate number 55 at THB 200,000.00 if required, market value THB 250.000.00. Car and plate together THB 900,000.00 Very fast, luxury, silent motoring. Mobile-085-0899965 900,000 THB Quick Sale Ford Laser 2006 Auto

2006 ford laser terrai automatic a very good family sized car for pattaya taxed insured just had service new tyres runs excellent. silver air bags abs rear senser large boot good air con.alloys .nice car to drive. 1.6 only done 133000 kilometers can do all paper work. ring for test drive. Mobile-090-1236013 Nissan Silvia S15 Sale!

Nissan Silvia S15 Sale! Manufacturer: Nissan Model: Silvia S15 Body Style: Coupe Length: 4440 mm Width: 1695 mm Height: 1290 mm Equipped with a safety cage Racing suspension Body is made of carbon fiber with amplification of the inner frame Disc brakes (front and rear) Drive Type: Rear Engine power: 280 horsepower Maximum speed: 235 km/h Tank capacity: 65L Engine model: SR20 Engine capacity: 2L (1998 cm3) Engine type: petrol DOHTS: 4 of cylinders, 16V Injection The piston stroke length: 86mm The cylinder diameter: 86 mm Bucket seat type (installed 6 months ago) All fluids replaced The oil temperature sensor, water temperature, turbo and exhaust sensors Mobile-087-4809112 Sale Ford Focus 2006 Very Good Condition

Fortuner Smart Trd Sportivo

Fortuner Smart TRD Sportivo Prestige Toyota Fortuner Smart TRD Sportivo 2008 only 65.000 Km. Diesel, 4x4, Turbo, Intercooler, <Automatic, ABS Air Bag, 22 inch Chrome dipped alloy wheels, Original carbon fiber interior. xenon lights, Dashboard Camera, cd player for 6 cd´s and etc. 100% maintained, Superb condition. ONO Mobile-084-5674353 890,000 THB

Motorcycle Three Wheel Motorbike

Almost new, very little use, all original parts available. 65,000 THB Phone: 0861456421 Email: kutzing1941@gmail.com Honda Cb400

HONDA CB400 for sale. Bike is in very good condition, only done 26.000km Has green book, tax and insurance paid. English 0965729410 Thai 0929470462 Im in Sukhumvit, Bangkok 115,000 THB Sale Ford Focus 2006 very good condition Sale Ford Focus 2006, 1.8 L (125 h/p) Petrol + Gas installed LPG. Color: silver Automatic transmission, good conditions. The package includes: power mirrors, power driver seat, power windows, two-season climate-control, central locking, leather interior. Please call : Julia 092-731-95-10

Sale Honda Crf250l

Call 0893002037 135,000 THB

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Yamaha Chippy

Ktm 150 2012 For Sale

Honda Pcx 125cc Bike Sales

70,000 THB Email: marketing@ themagnoliaspattaya.com 50% Off On Selected Bike Accessories

for sale yamaha chippy in Phang nga Tel. 0917344176 10,000 THB Brand New Yamaha Tri City

Have my beautiful brand new (only 1 month old) metallic Yamaha Tri City for sale It's currently in finance, so alternatively you can take over my payments or buy it straight off me Price: 78,000 Baht. Interested email or call me: 0821125775 78,000 THB Email: justinkeeson@gmail.com Honda Forza 2014 8 Months

Honda Forza 2014. Only 8 months, like new. Include Top case Givi Tel. 085 914 32 32 Jordan 120,000 THB Honda Crf250l 2 Month Old Farang Owner For Sale, Honda CRF250L, like new, Farang owned, driven 2000Km, first registration June 2014,Green Book, Insurance high class, Honda warranty until 2019,Tax paid up until July 2015, first inspection done after 1000Km, no accident, no rental, price nonnegotiable, i live at Koh Mak, and the Motorbike is for sale because, my whife are fear to drive with me and the Island is to small for a big bike. Accessories:Rear Rack12 Vol Outlet for GPS & Mobile Phonebig Hand GuardsChrom Grip HolderSpokes PadlockOriginal Honda Rain Tent 140,000 THB Email: gebhardmeyerjun@gmail.com

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KTM 150 SX 2012 FOR SALE in Ayudthaya Price: 195 000 THB New piston (Original KTM) New front/rear tires (Dunlop) FMF pipes/silencer Set including KTM Manual, spare piston, front/rear brake pads, O Ring/seal kit, seat cover, Spare clutch disks, spare air filter and original KTM exhaust pipe/silencer CALL Yvan (english) or Tik (thai) 0861332310 195,000 THB Pcx 150

Sale PCX 150 cc. Modifications 1. Projector Lights 2. Led lights 3. Emergency lights 4. Hydrolic Shock ups 5. Stable windshield 6. Wide comfortable size new seats 7. IRC premium new tires 8. Drive only 19,000 km. Any further information please call 0988247242, 0922725470 57,000 THB For Sale Honda 750cb - Green Book

>>> SPECIAL SONGKRAN DISCOUNT : 125.000 THB >>> --- NEW PRICE ---->>> 135.000 THB FOR SALE HONDA 750CB - Great Condition GREEN BOOK - 140.000THB Hello Everybody, today, i offer for sale a very RARE motorbike in Thailand, HONDA 750CB.... WITH GREEN BOOK and all Tax Insured paid until next Year it's very good and rare opportunity for all biker ... so.. if you like it... book it quickly... will stay not long time for sale... Contact : FindYourCarInBangkok Chris : (English/french) 087.829.6680 EID (Thai) 082 704.2599 E-mail : findyourcarinbkk@gmail.com ID Line : jcb130965 *all pictures are posted with the autorisation of the seller* Facebook : https://www.facebook. com/findyourcarinbkk 125,000 THB

Contact Seller Seller's Note HONDA PCX 2010 ONE OWNER FROM NEW ! ! ! HONDA PCX 125 One owner from new and was first registered in August 2010, the scooter has full service history and has covered 13,8xx Kilometers. In excellent condition, this frugal little Honda starts, runs and rides perfect, it has been covered from new. Recently serviced. It is the model with stop/ start technology; it literally uses very little no fuel! The Honda comes with full service history, owners manual, service book and both sets of keys..... If you have any questions or would like to arrange a viewing please do not hesitate to email or call me at nitty.ra8@gmail.com. 0823127263 45,000 THB Suzuki Step 125cc For Sale Pattaya

If you have a Scoppi, Fino, Fiore, Zoomer x or PCX 125 then there are bargains galore waiting for you at Mai Thai bikes shop in Soi Baukhoa opposite the hospital. All items must go in this end of season sale that is sure to get much interest. If you need a new seat, break levers, alloy wheels or any upgrade parts to make your bike look even better then this is the sale for you. This is a genuine 50% off sales whilst stocks last. Whilst at Mai Thai Bikes take the time to look at their other items they sell from crash helmets to motorbike. Contact Details 420/18 Soi Baukhao, Moo 9 Tel: 08 9933 8896 Email: maithai. rudy@hotmail.com Website: mai-thai-motorbikes.com Ktm 690 Smc R Year 2013 For Sale

Beautiful Suzuki Step 125cc For Sale / Pattaya - Year 2009 and no accidents, nothing wrong with this motorcycle. - All the electronics, engine and main components in perfect condition. Oil and filters changed every 2000 km. - It has 21.300 Kms on the clock - I bought 2 years ago (2012), the bike has a green book on my name. Tax and insurance paid. Ready for sale. - Price : 19.900 THB but price negotiable. 19,900 THB Phone: 0871351920 English Email: ilgincbirbilgi@gmail.com Original Tuk Tuk For Sale

12,500 km. 1190 mirrors, hand guards, skid plate, engine crash bars, rear rack, tank bag. All accessories from Tour Tech in England Engine: Single-cylinder, 4-stroke, spark-ignition engine, liquid-cooled Transmission: 6 gear, claw shifted Horsepower @ RPM: 67 @ 7500 Energy: Keihin Electronic Fuel Injection Displacement: 690 cc Contact. Mr.Mac 0818505836 http://w w w.topspeed.com/ motorcycles/motorcycle-reviews/ ktm/2013-ktm-690-smc-r-ar147504. html 495,000 THB

Original Bangkok Tuk Tuk for SALE! Location: The Magnolias Pattaya Boutique Resort, next to Lake Mabprachan, East PattayaBuilt in year: 1987Colors: blue / red / yellowYellow licence plate, comes with all documentsPrice: 70,000.(just has been repaired, runs!) For further information please callEnglish: 086 146 64 64Thai: 086 341 64 04

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Condo For Sale Majestic Condo For Sale Un-furnish breezy studio in Majestic condo with city view on the 3rd floor for sale,safe car park,24 hr security,communal swimming pool,cheap maintenent,800 meters to Jomtien beach, transfer 50/50 the value of this condo is more than 700,000 baht Sale: 550,000 THB Email: mellovespla@yahoo.ca Studio For Sale Studio for sale in Jomtien Beach Condos near Soi 10. Building A3 13th Floor. Excellent price for this very rentable condo. Quick sale needed !!!! Sale: 1,100,000 THB Email: mike@ rainbowpropertiespattaya.asia Studio Apartment For Sale Located on the 4th floor of Baan Suan Lalana this 42sqm studio is priced for a quick sale. 36,900 baht per sqm. Fully furnished with balcony. Close to both Jomtien Beach Road and Sukhumvit Road for easy access around the city. Sale: 1,550,000 THB Email: mike@ rainbowpropertiespattaya.asia One Bed Condo For Sale Located on the 8th floor of Paradise Park, this 34sqmone bedroom apartment is fully furnished with a pool view. Sale: 1,900,000 THB Email: mike@ rainbowpropertiespattaya.asia Studio For Sale In Vt2b Studio for sale in View Talay 2 B. 11th floor with modern furniture and great views. Sale: 1,950,000 THB Email: mike@ rainbowpropertiespattaya.asia Park Lane Beauty Condo beautifull corner condo at high floor in THAI name. Complete furniture, european kitchen, 2 fans, 2 airco Sale: 2,000,000 THB Phone: 0874845321 Email: robert-e-c@hotmail.com

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Jomtien Beach Condo For Sale Nice big studio apartment close Jomtien beach. Apartment is on 4.th floor. Apartment with a good level of equipment eg. wide-screen TV, DVDplayer and an oven. Studio in foreign name 2,4mTHB. Sale: 2,400,000 THB Phone: 0846073368 Phone: 038250520 Email: info@homehunterthailand. com View Talay 5c, Condo For Sale View Talay Condo 5, building C, near beach. fully furnished. airco fan. company name Sale: 2,450,000 THB Phone: 0874845321 Email: robert-e-c@hotmail.com View Talay Condo 5, Building C, Near Beach. Furnished. Unit For Quick Sale This building has 22 floors, swimming pool, and private access to the beach. decorated and furnitured included. thai name. Sale: 2,450,000 THB Phone: 0874845321 Email: robert-e-c@hotmail.com Jomtien Beach Condominium building A3, floor 12, corner, balcony facing sittahip bedroom facing koh lan, 1 bath/bed/living room, 45 m2, 2 airco+1fan Farang name Sale: 2,450,000 THB Phone: 0874845321 Email: robert-e-c@hotmail.com Condo For Sale Unfurnished large 74sqm Studio for Sale 15th floor with great views Foreign Ownership Sale: 2,800,000 THB Email: mike@rainbowpropertiespattaya. asia New (very Quiet) Large Studio (76sqm) Jomtien Soi 5, Pattaya, View Talay Residence 4 New (very quiet) large studio (76sqm) w/balcony for rent (serviced or non-serviced) or sale in Jomtien Soi 5, Pattaya, View Talay Residence 4, #489/27 Moo 12, on the 3rd Floor (Lift). Located just 300 meters from Jomtien beach. Sale: 3,800,000 THB Rent: 33,000 THB / Month Phone: 02-6520694

Paradise Park Beauty Condo beautifull corner condo at high floor in COMPANY name. Complete furniture, european kitchen, 3 fans, 3 airco Sale: 3,900,000 THB Phone: 0874845321 Email: robert-e-c@hotmail.com Luxury Condo For 5.99 Mio. In The Park, Jomtien 2 bed/3 bath, total 143 m2, corner unit, 2nd floor, lake view, furniture included, priced for quick sale. ready to move in. Proper and clean chanote. Thai ownership. Sale: 5,990,000 THB Phone: 0895206385 Email: heinerschellenberg@msn.com

Studio For Sale 32sqm furnished Studio for sale in Jomtien Beach Condos. Located along Jomtien Beach Road near Soi 10. This studio is well positioned for easy access to Dongtan Gay Beach and Pattaya city via local Baht Bus Taxis. Also close to the main beach road with it´s cafes, restaurants, bars and shops. Excellent Location!! Sale: 1,650,000 THB Email: mike@ rainbowpropertiespattaya.asia

Studio For Sale This unit has been recently refurbished to a high standard. Located on the 2nd floor overlooking the entrance to the building. Foreign ownership & a great price for this ever popular condo building. Close to the beach & all local amenities & just a short baht bus ride from Pattaya's town centre. Sale: 1,700,000 THB Email: mike@ rainbowpropertiespattaya.asia

Habitus - Jomtien Fully fitted units. A floating breakfast bar with glass support. There is a 360 view with lovely greenery and maintained 5 stars Villas towards the ocean. There will be underground car park in each of the 3 buildings. This will have its own lobby area with elevator. Drop off at building C. Walkways throughout the grounds – wheelchair friendly. Gym is located at building C. Sale: 3,120,000 THB Phone: +66811562509 Email: austin@ powerhousepropertiesltd.com Recently Reduced One Bedroom Condo Jomtien for SaleSituated in a great location just few minutes walk to Jomtien beach & close to all local amenities

this one bedroom unit is available in foreign name. Fully furnished, 86 sqm in size and set in a well maintained building with a superb pool and bar area plus a gym. An ideal investment for the rental market as these units are in high demand. Price only 3.9 Million Baht. Sale: 3,900,000 THB Phone: +66(0)819458002 Email: paul@powerhousedev.com 2 Bed Condo For Sale Located along Jomtien Beach Road Soi 10 at Jomtien Beach Condos. This 2 bedroom fully furnished condo is for sale. Great Sea views from balcony. Jomtien Beach Condos has 2 swimming pools & 2 gymnasiums on site. Only minutes away on Baht Bus from Jomtien Complex with it´s array of bars, restaurants and show bars. Close to all that Jomtien Beach Road has to offer with a multitude of shops, bars and restaurants. Sale: 3,950,000 THB Email: mike@ rainbowpropertiespattaya.asia Habitus - Jomtien Fully fitted units. A floating breakfast bar with glass support. There is a 360 view with lovely greenery and maintained 5 stars Villas towards the ocean. There will be underground car park in each of the 3 buildings. This will have its own lobby area with elevator. Drop off at building C. Walkways throughout the grounds – wheelchair friendly. Gym is located at building C. Sale: 4,006,800 THB Phone: +66811562509 Email: austin@ powerhousepropertiesltd.com Condo For Sale, JomtienLocation in Jomtien Beach, this lovely 2 BR 2Bathroom, end unit, 64sqm, on the 15 Fl, S-2 Bldg. Completely furnished, washing machine, wifi, internet, and Cable TV connections. The building has it own swimming Pool, fitness center. Ground Floors, restaurants, laundry services, and other shops as well. Only 250 meters to Beach and Baht Bus. Foreign ownership. Great view of Koh Lan, and Jomtien, Pattaya Sale: 4,300,000 THB Phone: 0890160950 Email: stcathjr@gmail.com

Condo For Rent Sea View Condo On Jomtien 1 bathroom, 41 sqm. interior, Phone: 038374136 Email: info@towncountryproperty. com

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Condo In Jomtien 3 bedrooms, 4 bathroom, 170 sqm. interior, Phone: 038374136 Email: info@towncountryproperty. com View Talay 5d Condo For Rent On The Top 21st Floor Available April 2013 View Talay 5D Long Term Tenant Wanted Available from April 1 2013. For my Top floor (21st Floor) 48sqm Furnished Studio with a huge balcony Jomtien Sea Views. Long term tenants only on a 6 month plus contract 16,000 THB per month. Call 0871444706 Phone: 0871444706 Email: phil_persson@yahoo.com View Talay 5d Top Floor From 15,000 Baht Per Month Stunning 48 sqm Studio on the top floor of VT5D, Magnificent views, Quality Thai furnishings, European Kitchen, TV, DVD, Air Con, Modern Bathroom with Rain shower,. Minimum 6 month contract (16,000 Baht) or for 1 Year (15,000 baht) Call 0871444706 Phone: 0871444706 Email: phil_persson@yahoo.com Condo For Rent In Jomtien Garden Studio 40 Sqm, Jomtien near beach. Newly renovated, fully furnished.Quiet. Good security. Pool and many facilities. Tel: 0847844696 Eng & Thai. Available in April 2014. Rent: 7,000 THB / Month Phone: 0847844696 Email: manager@pensitandlaws. com Sweet 2 This nice studio is close to Pattaya Pack. It is well fitted out and is just a few staps away from the pool. Rental is only 8,000 Baht per month For sale for 950,000 THB Rent: 8,000 THB / Month Phone: +66 (0) 90 726 8965 Email: info@gorentpattaya.com View Talay 2b Here is a ground floor studio in View Talay 2B. Fully furnished. Close to shops and a short walk to the beach. 6 months rental 12,000 baht 12 months rental 10,000 baht Rent: 10,000 THB / Month Phone: +66 (0) 90 726 8965 Email: info@gorentpattaya.com For Rent Condo At View Talay Jomtien Beach.

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Great Location Close To Pattaya. Ideal Holiday Location With All Amenities Close By.The rent is cheaper if taken by the year 10K a month but if short term like 3mts its 13K No lease shorter than 3mts. This condo is on the eight floor good views. It has all amenity Rent: 10,000 THB / Month Phone: +66861094541 Email: pomkinsale@hotmail.com Lovely Condo In View Talay 2a This very nice studio is in View Talay 2A on the 4th floor.Long term rental only 11,000 THB Rent: 11,000 THB / Month Phone: +66 (0) 90 726 8965 Email: info@gorentpattaya.com View Talay 5c Condo 60 sqm studio unit for rent in View Talay 5C. 40 meters to the beach. 6 Floor with sea and island views. Rent: 15,000 THB / Month Phone: 0870684766 Email: johnjpip@gmail.com

distance away 1 bathroom, 51 sqm. interior, Phone: 038374136 Email: info@towncountryproperty. com Luxury One Bedroom In Jomtien Fantastic Jomtien Resort with 1600 sq.m. lagoon swimming pool, gymnasium, restaurant, bar, elevator, shuttle bus, etc. Fully furnished apartment with concealed air conditioning, balcony, kitchen with electric hob, fridge, sink, fitted cupboards and work surfaces. The living room has a 2 seat dining table, a comfortable sofa and television connected to cable tv. The bedroom has a double bed, tiled en-suite bathroom with shower cubicle and all sanitary fittings. Living area is a good 38 square metres. 1 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 38 sqm. interior, Phone: 038374136 Email: info@towncountryproperty. com

Luxury Apartments For Rent, Short Term And Long Term Offer. Luxury Apartments for rent. Great location just 5 minute to Jomtien beach. We offer for weekly, monthly and year rental. No minimum contract request. Contact us at:0861117414 (Khun.Amp) Rent: 17,000 THB / Month Phone: 0861117414 Phone: 038250301 Email: royalparkjomtien@hotmail. co.uk Condo jomtien studio for long/ short terms rent,balcony with great sea view,kitchen,a/c cable tv, hdsl internet,huge swim.pool,parking,24hrs security,shops,laundries beauty& massage salons,restaurants on the ground floor,easy access to the city rent: 20,000 THB / Month Email: ticaticarica@hotmail.com Direct Pool Access... This luxury Jomtien apartment is in The Residence, a unique 5 star resort-style condominium in the heart of Jomtien with an impressive 500 square meter pool, state-of-theart Gymnasium, manicured tropical gardens, ample car parking, 24/7 security, reception and clubhouse. All public areas, staircases, walk-ways, elevators, lobby area and reception are finished to the highest standard. Many restaurants, convenient stores, super-markets, hotels, bars and guesthouses are all nearby and the popular Jomtien beach only a short

Nice Studio For Rent A very nice fully furnished apartment in one of the most popular condo resorts in Jomtien, located right on Jomtien Beach Road in a quiet area with convenient access to the beach, taxis, restaurants and shopping. Amenities include swimming pool, Gym, Snooker room, Squash court, Tennis courts and great 24 hour security. This condo has the most amazing sea views from the 39th floor overlooking the Gulf, Jomtien s coastline and the surrounding Islands. Fantastic sunsets. 1 bathroom, 51 sqm. interior, Phone: 038374136 Email: info@towncountryproperty. com Spacious One Bedroom Apartment For Rent Near Walking Street; Fantastic, spacious one bedroom apartment on Thappraya Rd, located only 2 minutes from Walking street and the beach. FREE ADSL internet, Water and Electric usage!! Only pay for air con usage. Also available for short term rental; Six Months @ 40.000 Baht. Three Months @ 45.000 Baht/Month. One Month @ 49.500 Baht/ Month. One week @ 15.000 Baht One year at only 35.000 Baht/ Month. Two year contract at only 30.000 Baht/Month!!! Five year contract only 25.000 Baht/Month!!! Be Fast as this unit is representing great value for money!! 1 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, 130 sqm. interior, Phone: 038374136 Email: info@towncountryproperty.

com 5 Apartments In 1 Shop House Great investment opportunity. Buy this shop house a few minutes walk from Jomtien Beach for only 5 M Baht and get 5 apartments with sea view, all with full furniture, air conditioning, t.v. refrigerator and hot water, easy payment possible!! Individual units are available for rent at 10,000 Baht per month. Living area : 320 square meters. In a company name. Rental income of a minimum of 500.000 Baht per year. 5 bedrooms, 5 bathroom, 320 sqm. interior, Phone: 038374136 Email: info@towncountryproperty. com

Condo On Jomtien This luxury Jomtien apartment is in The Residence, a unique 5 star resort-style condominium in the heart of Jomtien with an impressive 500 square meter pool, state-of-theart Gymnasium, manicured tropical gardens, ample car parking, 24/7 security, reception and clubhouse. All public areas, staircases, walk-ways, elevators, lobby area and reception are finished to the highest standard. Many restaurants, convenient stores, super-markets, hotels, bars and guesthouses are all nearby and the popular Jomtien beach only a short distance away. Included in this luxury apartment is concealed air-con, fully fitted kitchen, ceramic floors, beautiful bathroom, wallpaper and curtains, just take a look at the photos. Ready to move-in! Contact us for details. 1 bathroom, 51 sqm. interior, Phone: 038374136 Email: info@towncountryproperty. com Condo For Rent In Jomtien Superb new fitout on the 6th floor with panoramic views to Pattaya from the large balcony. Low rise (7 floors) building with huge swimming pool, gym, coffee shop and Family Mart. Only 400m to Thappraya Road with baht buses to Jomtien Beach and Pattaya. 18,000 baht per month long term (12 months) or 25,000 / months for the 4 months of High Season.This is a superbly appointed condo and first to view will rent. Phone Rex on 081 001 4788. Phone: 081 001 4788 Email: rreexxd@hotmail.com

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House For Sale Psr House East Pattaya 4 bed, 2 bath, 272 sqm land, communal pool and security, located near Mini Siam, East Pattaya. For sale 3,799,000 THB. Ref : scp101. Please call 0870587349. Phone: 0870587349 Email: Jimmy@ connectpropertycenter.com Eakmonkol 4 If you are looking for a house and only have a small budget, then take a look at this house. Ideal rental investment. Selling for 1.4 million THB Sale: 1,400,000 THB Phone: +66 (0) 90 726 8965 Email: info@gorentpattaya.com East Pattaya Villa 80sqm Living 50sqw Gated Fully Furnished 1.79m Thb Great Deal on Nice Villa 2 bedroom 2 bath home in East Pattaya, communal pool, 24 hour gated security, 80sqm living space, nice furniture, Call for appointment 0800947294 Sale: 1,790,000 THB Phone: 0811769694 Email: rosepattayabeach@hotmail. com Classic Place This house is ready to move in or would be a good rental investment. Well worth a look. Selling for 2 million THB Sale: 2,000,000 THB Phone: +66 (0) 90 726 8965 Email: info@gorentpattaya.com House 3 Bed 2 Bath For Sale On

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Quiet Location In East Pattaya House 3 Bedrooms-2 Bathrooms, Living Room, Total Size 200 Sqm. Located on Quiet Area(Soi Talman), Fully Furnished, European Kitchen, TVs, Cable TV, Air Conditions, Ceiling Fans, Garden, Covered Parking. SALE PRICE: 2,500,000 THB. Sale: 2,500,000 THB Phone: +66-823440822 Email: admin@ bobbybrooksproperty.com

sqm living area, nicely furnished and decorated in modern style. 17 MB for sale or 60,000 THB per month rent. Ref: scp104 Please call Jimmy 0870587349 Sale: 17,000,000 THB Rent: 60,000 THB / Month Phone: 0870587349 Email: Jimmy@ connectpropertycenter.com

Ph1 Village In Pattaya 2 bedroom house, 2 bath, 336 sqm land plot, built-in furniture, complete Euro kitchen, communal pool, 24 hrs security. For sale 3.7 MB or for rent 25,000 THB per month (Long term rental only). Ref : scp121. Please call 0870587349. Sale: 3,700,000 THB Rent: 25,000 THB / Day Phone: 0870587349

Sale Townhouse In East Pattaya Phonthep 7 - a very nice new 3-star residential complex near the Park of millions stones and Crocodile farm. Located just 10 minutes drive from the city, and from here you can easily get to the airport or Bangkok. There are 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom, air conditioning, rear yard, land area in front of the house. 24 hours security. Communal swimming pool. Food shops in the village. Email: nedsalerent@rambler.ru

House For Sale In East Pattaya 3 bedrooms, 3 bathroom, 240 sqm. interior, 2 Storeys, full furnished Sale: 4,000,000 THB Phone: 038374136 Email: info@towncountryproperty. com

5 Bedroom Modern House In East Pattaya With Private Swimming Pool On 188tw Land Size And 370 Sqm Living Space this 5 bedroom house is in tumklom tallman village with a lovely rural feeling of east pattaya is a 10 minute drive to pattaya and jontiem beach and all the local schools and shops. the 5 bedroom house is built to a high standard it has cctv wi fi ubc tv alarms for smoke and intruders and a 110 volt electric fence on the perimiter wall.it has been reduced to 8.5 million bt from 9.5 million bt and the rent price reduced from 70 thousand bt per month to 60 thousand bt per month,it has a remote control gate entrance to a car port also it boasts its own water filtration system from a well supply water pump,it is fully furnished and would suit a family for rent or sale tel colin english+66910068814 or

Green Field Villas 2 This property has been on the market for 9 million THB. NOW BEING SOLD FOR 7 MILLION THB. This property is being sold fully furnished. NOW 7 MILLION THB Finance available. Please ask for details Sale: 7,000,000 THB Phone: +66 (0) 90 726 8965 Email: info@gorentpattaya.com Luxury House For Sale Or Rent Luxury house, 3 bed, 2 bath, 250

ann thai +66903869736 or skype colinhorn19591 Rent: 60,000 THB / Month Phone: +66910068814 Email: colinhorn1@hotmail.com Chokchai 1 This house started life as a 2 bed house and can be put back to a 2 bed house with ease. At the moment you have 1 bed with house bathroom. The lounge and kitchen is open plan. Worth a look as this house has potential as a house to live in or a rental investment. Selling for 1,550,000 THB Sale: 1,550,000 THB Phone: +66 (0) 90 726 8965 Email: info@gorentpattaya.com 2 Bed 2 Bath Detached House East Pattaa Nice fully furnished 2 Bed 2 Bath Detached single storey House for sale. Consisting of 2 Double furnished Bedrooms. Large Lounge Dinning room open plan Western kitchen. Garden front and rear Car Port Water Tank etc, Being sold with a Company name.Cable TV Internet. 3 Air cons. Set in a small quiet Village half way up Soi Nernplubwan. Complete in a Company name including Company transfer to your nameMoving must go quick sale at only 1.6 Mil thb. Transfer fees 50/50Please call, Email or hit reply button if interested NO Text Messages Thank You. Sale: 1,650,000 THB Phone: 0897539751 Phone: 038406492 Email: asianglory@gmx.com

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Mitsubishi Triton 2008 4 Door

Boat For Sale

Automatic

We Buy Your Car Or Motorcycle For Cash Need cash, we buy cash your car or motorcycle, now! English : 0983381868Thai : 0915794964 Email: needcashnow999@gmail.com

Cars and trucks

Nissan Navara 2013 Open Cab 6 Speed 18,000 Kms

More Car Installation Kit Sale Special Price,lexus

special price SALE all type and all model of Car Radio panel,Car installation Kits, Car-fascia Call PISIT 0807472200 See more products : http://www.more2hand.com email: necvoxasia@yahoo.com 1,400 THB

Toyota Vigo Buyer Want to sell you Toyota vigo + champ ? Call us for good price (4x4 only) Realy good price ???? Try us ,Just one call 700,000 THB Email: vigobangkok@yahoo.com

Clean and tidy Mitsu Triton 4 door automatic 2.5ltr Turbo Diesel. 112000km serviced 3 months ago new Battery this week. DVD Player Radio usb cd card reader etc GPS Navigation system. Alarm Remote Door Locks. 2+1 Insurance 6 months, Rear lockable pickup Cover. Black color a few minor scuffs no accident at all just from every day use couple of light scratches. All in all a good clean running truck. Reason for selling moving out of Thailand due to work Commitments abroad. Many items for sale all must go within the next 6 months House, Trucks, Bikes, household items etc Please call, Email or hit reply button if interested NO Text Messages Thank You. Price 375000thb 375,000 THB

Boats

Boat For Sale (former Thai Tradition’s Design)

For more information please contact 0929410626, 0951150882 200,000 THB

Fountain 34 Centre Console Triple 275hp 4-strokes

2007 Fountain 34 with triple Verado 275’s. Genuine 240 hours use, stored inside since new. Fully imported, vat paid and Thai registered. Includes McLean tri-axle trailer, GPS/plotter, radar, enclosed head. Excellent for fishing or just island hopping with friends. Cruises easily at 48mph and flat out at 65mph. Fountain powerboats build some of the best offshore hulls available. I am the second owner and will consider serious offers and late model trades. Please email me direct for more info. 4,900,000 THB Email: fountainverado@hotmail.com

Nissan Navara Le 2.5 Diesel

Offshore Racer

Boat made of wood in Former Thai tradition's design for sale in Chao Phraya river, Nonthaburi. For more details please contact email: veecare@hotmail.com(Mr.Vee) or mobile phone 0838397743

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Nissan Navara LE 2,5 Diesel Automatic gearbox Double Cab with Carryboy top, 115,000km, Excellent condition Scandinavian owner.Full option 420,000 BahtABSLeather interiorKenwood DDX6023BT Double DIN DVD CD Car Stereo Bluetooth 7 Screen USB 420,000 THB Email: hakan@fresh-thailand.com

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Cheap Manual Ford Laser Cheap 1996 MANUAL Blue 3D FordLaser hatchback 132k kms with books, A/c electric windows etc, 2 owners, drives well, selling ASAP @ 79,000 baht ono contact David 0810013044 or david@focussafety. com 79,000 THB Email: david@focussafety.com

3.5t Carry Trailer For Sale

2013 Lexus Lx570 Sport Utility

3.5 t trailer for sale with tax paper pay already.pattaya For more information please contact 0925157355 85,000 THB

Mazda 3 For Sale

For sale. Mazda 3 Hatchback 1.6 white with black leather interior, 2 years old.One owner 16,000 Klm, one year insurance excellent condition 575,000 THB.Tel (English): 081-982 1778 575,000 THB Email: vsnputhasaard9979@gmail. com

Car Trailer For Sale

Innova For Sale - 2013 (2.0 V/at)

Sale Mazda Proceed Classic Car Classic car. Original and good condition. Fuel Bensin. 1600cc Tax paid until Aug’14. Car in Lampang. For more information please contact 0897881388, 0892117778 or Line: sombat-batman 70,000 THB

Am selling my 2013 Lexus LX570 Sport Utility 4-Door 5.7L Fully Loaded, Accident Free, Very Clean like New. 811,487 THB

Cars and trucks Suzuki Carry Accident No Engine For Sale

Import Car For Sale Honda Accord 2012 import from Japan 2.4L with sunroof 5 airbags and other special feathers. For more information please contact 0861608883 14,000,000 THB

Accord 2003 2.4 Top 315,000 Baht

Sale Mazda Lantis 94

For more information please contact 0860824333 85,000 THB

car trailer for sale For more information please contact K. Joe 0925157355 65,000 THB

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Suzuki carry accident no engine for sale accident suzuki carry n engine for sale with every.document book can transfer to name.pattaya For more information please call 0925157355 35,000 THB

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Vios 2004 Down Sale.

Call: 0930623096 35,000 THB

Saab 9000 Cd Sale Sale

SAAB 9000 CD SALE SALE Original, NO LPG. AS IS. For any further information please contact 0816433773 65,000 THB

Sale Toyota Mr2 Sport

Sale Ford Ranger Xlt Year 2001 Hot Price 146000 Baht

Sale Bmw Series5 - 523i E60 2007

SALE Toyota MR2 sport Car in Phuket Tel. 0936803133 399,000 THB

Sale Tz100 Firestone 185 65 14 Sale BMW series5 - 523i E60 Year: 2007 Price: 990,000 For any further question and more photo please contact Line: korpaii 990,000 THB

Sale Mazda Lantis 94

sale Ford Ranger year 2001 (44) 2900 cc. XLT SUPER CAB ,airbag ,electric control tell.093 306 3593 , 098 969 8589 145,000 THB

Isuzu Mu7 For Sale 20 month old Isuzu Mu7 for sale or part exchange with a small car Very good condition, many extras, 7 seater, diesel, very economical, for a 1000 Baht diesel will do 450 kilometers Price 890,000 Baht There are 28 more monthly payment of 17,300 Baht per month is left on the finance which can be transferred to the new buyer if you wish. Please call 0822238450. English is spoken. 890,000 THB Email: justinkeeson@voovagroup. com

Firestone TZ100 185/65/14 Year 2012-2013 Good Tel. 0897881388, 0892117778 4,500 THB Car For Sale

Tel. 0860824333 85,000 THB

Mitsubishi Evolution for sale in good condition,mag wheels,audio sound system,air con. with 9 months insurance.Available 24 Hrs. 0814841500 170,000 THB

Selling My 2012 Toyota Highlander Selling my 2012 Toyota Highlander at a very affordable price in perfect condition, no mechanical problem, No physical problem, no dents and it has never been in an accident. For any inquiry, please contact 2012 TOYOTA HIGHLANDER SE 4WD (White) Mileage: 11.795 miles Transmission: Automatic Drivetrain: 4WD Exterior Color: White Interior Color: Black Gas Mileage: 15 MPG City 22 MPG Highway Engine: 4cyl VIN: 5TDZA3EH3CS021947 Price: $ 12,000 Usd 12,000 THB Email: nickolasmorgan@outlook. com

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2010 Nissan Navara Calibre 4 Door

Toyota Fortuner 2012 , 3.0 Disel

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Toyota Fortuner 2012 , 3.0 V Disel , 4x4 2012 , 3.0L Diesel engine, 4WD Full Time 5 AT . only 28,000 Km . HID Projector Headlamp Auto Leveling Headlight Folding Headlight Cleaner Leather with Wood Grain and Metallic Steering Wheel with Audio, MID , Telephone Switch and Voice Recognition AM/FM, 1 DVD with 6.1” Touchscreen In-Car Navigator Voice Recognition Cruise Control EBD / BA / VSC / TRC Back Camera Leather & Artificial Leather Seat with Power (Driver only) Tel. 026301200 K. Kik 1,150,000 THB

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Brand new most spacious and slick eco mini sedan in Thailand. 1.2L 3 Cylinder DOHC 12V CVTC (Continuously Variable-valve Timing Control) Engine with Electronic Multipoint (ECCS) injection system produces 79 BHP. Almera VL is a top spec which includes: 15 alloy wheels, chrome decorated door handles, central lock, push start button, Intellegent key with immobilizer and panic alarm, multi information meter, 2 DIN 6 1 touch screen DVD AM/FM, MP3, AUX, steering wheel audio control, bluetooth, navigation system, dual SRS airbags, ABS + EBD + BA, rear view camera. Normally THB 602,000 now 542,000 or from 6,144 per month. (offer lasts till the end of June, stock is limited) Available in 2 colors: Greyish bronze or Brilliant silver. 3 years warranty, 1 year premium insurance included. Call/email us, come in for a test drive and book your car while stock lasts! We speak English, Russian and Thai 542,000 THB Email: dmitrynissan@gmail.com

2010 Nissan Navara Calibre 4 Door In Metallic Silver, 6 speed G/Box 2.5ltr Eco Commenrail Turbo Diesel. Very Economical. 1 Owner from new 52000km Taxed and 8 months 1st class Insurance remaining. Beige Cloth interior. EXTRAS:....Rear Pickup Cover. DVD Radio, Bluetooth, GPS Navigation System, Rear Camera, Dashcam. Excellent Condition. Please call, Email or hit reply button if interested NO Text Messages Thank You. 435,000 THB Phone: 038406492 Phone: 0897539751 Email: asianglory@gmx.com

I have 5 mags and 6 tires ( 1 brand new spare, all the rest at least 70% tread left). Wheels are 22 and tires are falken 285/40 R22 . Wheel design is 6 spoke chrome and black.Cost well over 100k for the set and all like new with no big scratches or anything. 50,000 THB Email: info@simplicity.co.th

Ford Escort ‘73 Mk One (2cars) Escort MK one for Enthusiast Ford Escort 73 : One owner and one driver. 1 The Blue one with A13 engine + LPG fuel. Every suspension changed ,including rack + pinion 2 The Green one with 1300cc original engine and cushion Sale including genuine spare parts and accessories such as front and rear windshields , transmission axle etc. Cars in Bangkok , any further information please call 0879244619 40,000 THB

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Please note, the following information is accurate as far as we are aware and is compiled from more than one source. If you find anything you believe is incorrect, please email us at: pattayatrader@pattayatrader.com

Pattaya to Bangkok Train Travel in Thailand The Roong Reung Coach Company runs a Bookings: Tickets can be booked up to regular bus service from the North Pattaya Bus Terminal on North Pattaya Road to the Eastern Bus Terminal at Ekkamai, Northern Bus Terminal at Morchit, and Southern Bus Terminal at Sai Tai Taling Chin. Services begin around 6am. Last buses leave around 9pm. There is one train per day from Pattaya to Bangkok and one back the other way: • Outbound: departs at 12.21pm • Inbound: arrives at 6.25pm

60 days in advance in most cases. 1. On-line. www.railway.co.th. Check the site to see what is available and ticket prices. 2. Travel Agents. Usually a booking fee of up to 300 baht per person is levied. 3. At the station. You can book at Pattaya train station 8am to 4.30pm Monday to Friday. Check your tickets after booking. Cancellations: It is possible to obtain a refund from any station, although there is a cancellation fee.

Cha Am, Hua Hin, Koh Samui, SuvarnabhumiFrom International Airport Petchburi, Phuket, Surat Thani Pattaya 1. Second Road heading north just past traffic lights at Pattaya Thappraya Road, opposite Foodmart Supermarket. Buses depart Klang (Central), next to Tops Supermarket minivans leave regularly via Bangkok or directly. 2. Pattaya Tai (South) at the corner of Soi 10 a private minivan travels to Hua Hin every day. 3. The Roong Reung company operate a Yellow Bus that leaves from the North Pattaya Bus Terminal and goes to Cha Am, Hua Hin, Koh Samui, Petchburi, Phang Nga, Phuket, and Surat Thani among other stops.

every hour from 7am until 9pm every day.

From Suvarnabhumi International Airport

Booking counter on Level 1 near Gate 8. Buses to Pattaya depart every hour 7am until 10pm every day. Passengers can alight at the North Pattaya, Pattaya Klang (Central), Pattaya Tai (South) intersections and corner of Sukhumvit Road and Thepprasit Road.

Buriram, Chiang Mai, Chiang Rai, Mukdahan, Nakhon Ratchasima (Khorat), Nong Khai, Roi Et, Surin, Sisaket, Ubon Ratchathani, Yasothon

1. Eastern side of Sukhumvit Road, just past the Pattaya Klang (Central) intersection heading south, is the Nakhonchai bus terminal. Buses usually leave afternoons and evenings and can be booked in advance. 2. Western side of Third Road about 80 metres to the north of the Pattaya Klang (Central) Road traffic lights with a booking office. 3. Western side of Sukhumvit Road, just before the Pattaya Klang (Central) junction, is a bus station for travel to parts of north-eastern Thailand. 4. Roong Reung company operate a Yellow Bus that leaves from the North Pattaya Bus Terminal for many places in the north-east. All buses depart initially from Rayong and call in at Pattaya on the way. 5. Take a Roong Reung coach from the North Pattaya Bus Terminal to Morchit in Bangkok and book a bus to Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai.

Pattaya City Expats Club

is a not-for-profit club which meets every Sunday at the Amari Orchid Resort Tavern by the Sea Restaurant at the northern end of Beach Road. Everyone is welcome; you don’t need to be a member to attend. For more information go to the website: www.pattayacityexpatsclub.com

Pattaya Expats Club

meets at the Hotel Mercure, Entry Tickets are sold from 10am–11.30am. If you arrive for Breakfast, your entry fee is 180 baht, if you come after breakfast ends at 11.20am, then the cost is only 80 baht including coffee, tea, water and the excellent support facilities at the hotel. Speakers from 11.30am. The table plan is in a friendly format tables for four— so please allow the ‘gaps’ to be filled by new arrivals at your table. We are friendly Expats helping Expats advice forum. Why not come along next Sunday morning (10am brunch, 11.30am programme start) to the Hotel Mercure, Soi 15 behind The Avenue, 2nd Road and Soi 15. Hotel Mercure address: 484 Moo 10, Pattaya Second Road Soi 15, 20150. The Hotel website has a location map: www.mercurepattaya.com

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SOCIAL CLUBS Rotary Club of Eastern Seaboard

meets at 6pm every Thursday at The Siam Bayshore Resort, between Beach Road and Second Road in South Pattaya. The meetings on 1st and 3rd Thursday in each month will include guest speakers and on the 2nd and 4th Thursday there will be a presentation on club activities. Meetings are always followed by an informal a la carte dinner in the main dining room. Everybody is welcome to join us as guests; please check the website for important dates and information www.rotary-es.org or contact the Rotary Secretary at secretary@rotary-es.org.

Pattaya International Ladies Club (PILC)

meet on the first Tuesday of each month and the third Tuesday of each month for coffee. For more information visit their website: www.pilc-pattaya.com or email: infopilc@gmail.com

Pattaya Sports Club

Promoting sports and supporting local charities. Clubhouse on Third Road, next to the Pattaya Driving Range. For club details call 038 361 167. Full details are posted on the club website: www.pattayasports.org

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| EXPAT LIVING Brazil Embassy in Bangkok 34th Floor Lumpini Tower, 1168/101 Rama IV Road, Thungmahamek, Sathorn Phone: 02 679 8567-8 Website: www.brazilembassy.or.th Email: info@brazilembassy.or.th Office Hours: Mon - Thurs: 09.30 - 12.30 and 14.30 - 16.30 (15.00 - 16.30, document collection only) Fri: 09.30 - 13.00

Argentina Embassy in Bangkok 16th Fl., Suite 1601, 1 Sukhumvit 25 Ban Chang Glas Haus Building, Klongton Wattana Phone: 02 259 0401/ 02 279 9198 Email: embtail@mozart.inet.co.th Office Hours: 08.30 - 16.00

Armenia Consulate in Bangkok 28th Floor, Lake Rajada Office Complex 193/117 Ratchadapisek Road, Klong Toey, Prakanong Phone: 02 661 8477, 02 661 8478 Email: info@thaiconsulate.am Australia Embassy in Bangkok 37 South Sathorn Road Phone: 02 344 6300 Website: www.thailand.embassy.gov.au Email: austembassy.bangkok@dfat.gov.au

Austria Honorary Consulate in Pattaya 504/526 Moo 10, Soi 17, 2nd Road Phone: 03 871 3613 Email: info@pattayarentaroom.com Bahrain Embassy in Bangkok 100/66-67 31st Floor Sathorn Nakorn Tower, North Sathorn Road, Silom Bangrak Phone: 02 636 7892 Email: Bangkok.mission@mofa.gov.bh

Belgium Embassy in Bangkok 16th floor, Sathorn Square Building, 98 North Sathorn Road Phone: 02 679 5454 Website: www.diplomatie.be/bangkok Email: bangkok@diplobel.fed.be, bangkok.visa@diplobel.org Office Hours: Mon - Fri: 08.00 - 16.00. Visas: 08.15 - 11.30 Belgium Consulate in Rayong Pae Village, 95/2 Moo 3, Tambon Chakapong, Amphur Klang, Rayong 21190 Phone: 03 864 8308, 02 585 3853-4 Email: supong.l@bu.ac.th Office Hours: 10.00 - 12.00 (by appointment only) Belize Embassy in Bangkok 10th Floor, Pilot Pen Building 331, 331/1-3 Silom Road, Bangrak District Phone: 02 636 8377 Email: belize@embelizeth.com Benin Consulate in Bangkok Manorom Bldg., 14th Floor, 3354/46-47 Rama IV Road Phone: 02 249 8633-42 Email: khomanamarin@hotmail.com

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Bulgaria Embassy in Bangkok 83/24 Soi Wireless 1, Wireless Road, Lumpini, Pathumwan Phone: 02 627 3872, 02 627 3873 Website: www.mfa.bg/bangkok/ Email: bulgemth@csloxinfo.com

France Consulate in Bangkok 35 Charoenkrung Road, Soi 36 Phone: 02 657 5151 Website: www.ambafrance-th.org Email: consulat@ambafrance-th.org

Bulgaria Consulate in Bangkok 60 Soi Barbos 2, Sukhumvit 42, Prakanong Klongtoey Phone: 02 661 5669 Office Hours: 09.00 - 16.00

France Visa Services in Bangkok 29 Sathorn Tai Road Phone: 02 627 2150 Website: http://www.ambafrance-th.org Email: visas@ambafrance-th.org

Cambodia Embassy in Bangkok 518/4 Pracha Uthit Rd. (Soi Ramkamhaeng 39), Wangtonglang Phone: 02 957 5851-2 Email: camemb.tha@mfa.gov.kh

Canada Embassy in Bangkok 15th Floor, Abdulrahim Place, 990 Rama IV Road, Bangrak Phone: 02 646 4300 Website: www.thailand.gc.ca Email: bngkk@international.gc.ca Office Hours: Mon - Thurs: 07.30 - 16.15. Fri: 07.30 - 13.00

China Embassy in Bangkok 57 Rachadapisake Road, Huay Kwang Phone: 02 245 7044 Website: www.chinaembassy.or.th/eng Email: chinaemb_th@mfa.gov.cn

Bangladesh Embassy in Bangkok House No. 47/8, Ekamai Soi 30, Sukhumvit 63 Phone: 02 390 5107-8 Website: bdembassybangkok.org/index.html Email: bdootbkk@truemail.co.th Office Hours: 08.30 - 12.30 and 13.30 - 16.30 Visas: 09.00 - 12.30

Bhutan Consulate in Bangkok 919/7-9 Jewelry Trade Centre, 6th Fl., North Office Tower, Siam Road, Bangrak Phone: 02 267 1687-8 Office Hours: 08.30 - 17.30

Brunei Embassy in Bangkok No. 12, Soi 2 Ekmai, 63 Sukhumvit Road, Prakhong Nua Phone: 02 714 7395-99 Email: bangkok.thailand@mfa.gov.bn

Finland Embassy in Bangkok Amarin Tower, 16th floor 500 Ploenchit Rd 10330 Phone: 02 250 8801 Website: www.finland.or.th/fi Email: sanomat.ban@formin.fi Office Hours: Mon - Fri: 08.00 - 11.00

Chile Embassy in Bangkok 83/17 Vitayu Place, Soi Vitayu 1 Wireless Road, Pathumwan Phone: 02 251 9470, 02 251 9471, 02 251 9472 Website: www.chile-thai.com Email: embajada@chile-thai.com

Austria Embassy in Bangkok 14, Soi Nandha, off Soi 1, Sathorn Tai Road Phone: 02 303 6057-8-9 Website: www.aussenministerium.at/bangkok Email: bangkok-ob@bmeia.gv.at Office Hours: Mon - Fri: 07.30 - 15.30 Visas: Mon - Fri: 09.00 - 12.00

Egypt Embassy in Bangkok 23/122-125 Sorachai Building, Sukhumvit 63 Road, Khlong Tan Tuea, Watana Phone: 02 726 9831-3 Email: egyptemb@loxinfo.co.th Office Hours: Visas: 09.00 - 12.00

Croatia Consulate in Bangkok No. 138/51 Jewelry Center, 14th floor, Room No. G-4, Nares Road, Bangruk District Phone: 02 266 6911, 02 848 2209 (press 2) Cuba Embassy in Bangkok Mela Mansion, Apt. 3c, 5 Sukhumvit soi 27, Wattana Phone: 02 665 2803, 02 661 6563 Website: embacuba.cubaminrex.cu/tailandiaing Email: cubaemb1@loxinfo.co.th, cubaemb2@loxinfo.co.th Cyprus Consulate in Bangkok 75/79 Richmond Bldg, Fl.17, Sukhumvit 26, Klongtoey, Prakanong Phone: 02 261 8408, 02 261 8409, 02 997 2012-13 (Res.), 01 632 4888 (Mob.) Email: con_cy.bkk@hotmail.com Office Hours: Mon - Fri: 08.30 - 11.30

Ecuador Consulate in Bangkok Pakpanang Coldstorage Co., Ltd. 103 Soi Ruammitr, Nonsse Road, Yanawa Phone: 02 295 1991 Ext. 343 Email: yongar@loxinfo.co.th

Greece Embassy in Bangkok Unit No. 25/9-5. 9th Fl, BKI/YWCA Bld, No. 25 South Sathorn Rd, 10120 Tung-Mahamek Sub District Phone: 02 679 1462, 02 679 1464 Email: gremb.ban@mfa.gr, bangkok@embgreece.or.th Office Hours: Embassy: 09.00 - 15.30. Consular: 10.00 - 13.00 Hungary Embassy in Bangkok 20th Floor, Oak Tower, Prakanon President Park Condominium, 99 Sukhumvit Soi 24, Prakanong Phone: 02 661 1150-1-2 Email: huembbgk@mozart.inet.co.th Office Hours: 08.00 -14.00

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Indonesia Embassy in Bangkok 600-602 Petchburi Road, Ratchatewi Phone: 02 252 3135-40

Costa Rica Consulate in Bangkok 93/3 Baan Tepalit, Wireless Rd Pathumwan Phone: 02 651 4487 Email: costaricabkk@yahoo.com

Denmark Consulate in Bangkok East Asiatic Company (Thailand) Ltd. Lumpini Tower, 36th Floor, 1168/92-109 Rama 4 Road, Thungmahamek Phone: 02 285 6677 Website: www.ambbangkok.um.dk Email: bkkamb@um.dk

India Embassy in Bangkok 46, Soi 23 (Prasarn Mitr), Sukhumvit Road Phone: 02 258 0300-05 Website: indianembassy.gov.in/bangkok Email: indiaemb@mozart.inet.co.th

Colombia Embassy in Bangkok 9th Floor, The Park Place, 231, Sarasin Road, Lumpini, Pathumwan Phone: 02 254 5105-6 Email: embcolbk@actions.net

Czech Republic Embassy in Bangkok 71/6 Ruam Rudee Soi 2, Ploenchit Rd. Phone: 02 250 9223, 02 250 9224 Website: www.mzv.cz/bangkok Email: bangkok@embassy.mzv.cz

Germany Embassy in Bangkok 9 South Sathorn Road Phone: 02 287 9000 Website: www.bangkok.diplo.de Email: info@german-embassy.or.th

Ireland Consulate in Bangkok 28th Floor, Q. House Lumpini Building 1, South Sathorn Road, Tungmahamek, Sathorn Phone: 02 677 7500 Website: www.irelandinthailand.com Email: ireland@loxinfo.co.th Israel Embassy in Bangkok 25th Floor, Ocean Tower II 75 Sukhumvit Soi 19 Phone: 02 204 9200, 02 204 9237, 02 204 9226-7 Website: bangkok.mfa.gov.il Email: info@bangkok.mfa.gov.il Italy Embassy in Bangkok 399, Nang Linchee Road Thungmahamek, Yannawa Phone: 02 285 4090 Email: ambitbkk@loxinfo.co.th

Jamaica Consulate in Bangkok Loxley Building, 102 Na Ranong Road, Klongtoey Phone: 02 240 3285 Email: jingjai@loxley.co.th Office Hours: Mon - Fri: 09.30 - 11.00 and 14.00 - 16.30

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Japan Embassy in Bangkok 177 Witthayu Road, Lumphini, Pathum Wan Phone: 02 207 8500 Website: www.th.emb-japan.go.jp/en Email: jis@bg.mofa.go.jp Office Hours: Mon - Fri: 08.30 - 12.00 and 13.30 - 17.45 Kenya Embassy in Bangkok 62 So1 5 Thong, Lor, Sukhumrit 55 Road, Klongtan, Wattana Phone: 02 712 5721, 02 391 0906-7

Kuwait Embassy in Bangkok No. 92/48 Sathorn Thani, Building 2, Sathorn Road, Bangrak District Phone: 02 234 2948, 02 234 2943, 02 235 4222

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Pakistan Embassy in Bangkok 31 Soi Nana, Nua Sukhumvit (3) Road Phone: 02 253 0288-9 Website: www.spacco.com/pak/Index.html Email: iftikhar@loxinfo.co.th

Latvia Honorary Consulate in Bangkok 113/13 Suriwong Road Phone: 02 237 3585 Lebanon Embassy in Bangkok CTI Tower, 15th Floor ,Suit 191/ 67- 191, Ratchadapisek Road, Klongtoey Phone: 02 261 1013, 02 261 1015, 02 261 509, 02 261 9858, 02 261 9879 Email: embleb@ksc.th.com Office Hours: Mon - Fri: 09.00 - 12.00 Madagascar Honorary Consulate in Bangkok ITF Palace, 30th Floor, Room 774 Phone: 02 634 5838 Website: www.consulmada-th.org Email: danieldelevaux@gmail.com

Mexico Embassy in Bangkok 21/60-62 Thai Wah Tower l, 20th. floor South Sathorn Road, Yannawa Phone: 02 285 0995, 02 285 0815 to 18 Website: www.sre.gob.mx/tailandia Email: mexthai@loxinfo.co.th Office Hours: Mon - Fri: 08.00 - 16.00

Morocco Embassy in Bangkok One Pacific Place Bldg., 19th Floor 140 Sukhumvit Road (between Soi 4-6) Klongtoey Phone: 02 653 2444-6 Email: sifambkk@mweb.co.th, sifambkk@samarts.th Office Hours: 09.00 - 16.00

Netherlands Embassy in Bangkok 15 Soi Tonson, Ploenchit Road, Lumpini, Pathurmwan Phone: 02 309 5200 Website: www.netherlandsembassy.in.th Email: ban@minbuza.nl Office Hours: Mon - Thurs: 08.00 - 16.00. Fri: 08.00 - 12.00 Visas: Mon - Fri: 09.00 - 12.00 New Zealand Embassy in Bangkok M Thai Tower, 14th Floor, All Seasons Place, 87 Wireless Road Phone: 02 254 2530 Website: www.nzembassy.com/home.cfm?c=21 Email: nzembbkk@loxinfo.co.th Office Hours: Mon - Fri: 08.00 - 12.00 and 13.00 - 16.30 Norway Embassy in Bangkok Office Address: UBC II Building, 18th floor, 591 Sukhumvit Road, Soi 33 Phone: 02 204 6500 Website: www.emb-norway.or.th Email: emb.bangkok@mfa.no Office Hours: Mon - Fri: 09.00 to 12.00 and 13.00 - 16.00 Norway Consulate in Pattaya 384/22 Moo 12, Jomthien Garden #52, Jomthien Beach Road, Nongprue Banglamung, 20260 Phone: 03 823 1630 Email: consul@consulatepattaya.dk Office Hours: Mon: 09.00 - 11.30 and 14.00 - 17.00 Tues: 09.00 - 11.30. Fri: 09.00 - 11.30 Otherwise only by appointment

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Spain Embassy in Bangkok 23 Lake Ratchada Office Complex 193/117 Ratchadaphisek Road Phone: 02 661 8284 Email: embespth@mail.mae.es, spaincom@ksc15.th.com Office Hours: Mon - Thurs: 08.30 - 15.30. Fri: 08.30 - 13.30 Visas: Mon - Fri: 09.00 - 12.00 Sri Lanka Embassy in Bangkok 89 Soi 15, Sukhumvit Road Phone: 02 251 2788-9 Email: slemb@ksc.net.th Office Hours: Mon - Fri: 08.30 - 14.15

Papua New Guinea Consulate in Bangkok Sino-Thai Tower, R Floor, Asoke Road, Sukhumvit 21 Phone: 02 260 2801, 02 260 2803 Email: chavarat@stecon.co.th

Sweden Embassy in Bangkok 20th floor, First Pacific Place 140 Sukhumvit Road Phone: 02 263 7200 Website: www.swedenabroad.se/bangkok Email: ambassaden.bangkok@foreign.ministry.se Office Hours: Mon - Thurs: 07.30 - 12.30 and 13.30 - 16.15 Fri: 07.30 - 13.00

Peru Embassy in Bangkok Glas Haus Bldg., 16th. Flr. No. 1 Soi Sukhumvit 25 Rd. Phone: 02 260 6243 Email: peru@peruthai.or.th Office Hours: Mon - Fri: 09.00 - 17.00

Sweden Honorary Consulate in Pattaya 391/69 Moo 10, Thappraya Road Phone: 03 836 4485 Email: sugarhus@cnet.net.th Office Hours: Mon - Fri: 09.00 - 15.00

Philippines Embassy in Bangkok 760 Sukhumvit Road, cor. Soi Philippines, (Soi 30/1) Phone: 02 259 0139 to 40, 02 258 5401 Website: www.philembassy-bangkok.net Email: bangkokpe@dfa.gov.ph, inquiry@philembassy-bangkok.net Office Hours: Mon - Fri: 08.30 - 17.30

Switzerland Embassy in Bangkok 35 North Wireless Road Phone: 02 253 0156 Email: ban.vertretung@eda.admin.ch, ban.visa@eda.admin.ch Office Hours: Mon - Fri: 09.00 - 11.30

Poland Embassy in Bangkok 100/81-82, Vongvanij Building B, 25th Floor, Rama 9 Road, Huaykwang District, Phone: 02 645 0367-9 Website: www.bangkok.polemb.net Email: bangkok.amb.sekretariat.@msz.gov.pl

Mongolia Embassy in Bangkok 100/3 Soi Ekkamai 22, Sukhumvit 63 Road, Klongton-Nua, Wattana Phone: 02 381 1400, 02 392 1011 Email: mongemb@loxinfo.co.th Office Hours: 09.00 - 12.00 and 14.00 - 16.00

Myanmar Embassy in Bangkok 132, Sathorn Nua Road Phone: 02 233 2237, 02 234 4698, 02 233 7250, 02 234 0320, 02 637 9406 Email: mebkk@asianet.co.th

Panama Embassy in Bangkok 7th Floor, Sarasin Bldg., 14 Surasak Road Phone: 02 237 9008-9 Email: ptybkk@ksc.th.com

Malaysia Embassy in Bangkok 33-35 South Sathorn Road, Tungmahamek, Sathorn Phone: 02 629 6800 Website: www.kln.gov.my/perwakilan/bangkok Email: malbangkok@kln.gov.my

Nepal Embassy in Bangkok 189 Soi 71, Sukumvit Road Prakanong Phone: 02 391 7240, 02 390 2280 Email: nepembbk@asiaaccess.net.th

Oman Embassy in Bangkok 82 Swng Thong Thani Tower, 32 Floor, North Sathorn Road Phone: 02 639 9380 Website: www.mbendi.com/orgs/dkkz.htm Office Hours: 08.30 - 15.30

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Lao Embassy in Bangkok 502, 502/1-3 Soi Sahakarnpramoon Pracha-Uthit Road, Wangthonglang Phone: 02 539 3642 Website: www.bkklaoembassy.com Email: sabaidee@bkklaoembassy.com embalao@bkklaoembassy.com Office Hours: 08.00 - 12.00 and 13.00 - 16.00

Portugal Embassy in Bangkok 26, Captain Bush Lane (Soi New Road 30), Bang Rak Phone: 02 234 2123, 02 234 0372, 02 234 7435 Email: portemb@scban.dgaccp.pt Romania Embassy in Bangkok 20/1, Soi Rajakhru, Phaholyothin Soi 5 Phaholyothin Road, Phayathai Phone: 02 617 1551 Email: romembkk@ksc.th.com Russia Embassy in Bangkok 78, Sap Road, Surawongse, Bangrak Phone: 02 234 9824, 02 268 1169 Website: www.thailand.mid.ru Email: rusembbangkok@rambler.ru Saudi Arabia Embassy in Bangkok 82 Saeng Thong Thani Bldg., 23rd & 24th Fl., North Sathorn Rd., Silom Phone: 02 639 2999, 02 639 2960 Email: themb@mofa.gov.sa Office Hours: Mon - Fri: 09.00 - 15.00

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Singapore Embassy in Bangkok 129 South Sathorn Road, 10120 Phone: 02 286 2111, 02 286 1434 Website: www.mfa.gov.sg/bangkok Email: singemb_bkk@sgmfa.gov.sg Office Hours: Mon - Fri: 09.00 - 12.00 and 13.00 - 17.00 Slovakia Embassy in Bangkok Pantip Court 68 South Sathorn Road Phone: 02 285 0220 Website: www.mzv.sk/Bangkok Email: emb.bangkok@mzv.sk Slovenia Embassy in Bangkok 298/2 Silom Road, Soi 28 Phone: 02 234 7637 South Africa Embassy in Bangkok Floor 12A, M-Thai Tower, All Seasons Place 87 Wireless Road, Pathumwan, Lumpini Phone: 02 659 2900 Website: www.saembbangkok.com Email: saembbkk_admin@csloxinfo.com South Korea Embassy in Bangkok 23 Thiam-Ruammit Road, Ratchadapisek, Huay Kwang Phone: 02 247 7537-9 Website: tha.mofat.go.kr/eng/as/tha/main/index.jsp Email: koembth@gmail.com Office Hours: 08.30 - 12.00 and 13.30 - 16.30

Taiwan Consulate in Bangkok 20th Floor, Empire Tower 195 South Sathorn Road, Yannawa Phone: 02 670 0200-9 Email: tecoinfo@ji-net.com, tecocomu@ji-net.com Tanzania Consulate in Bangkok S.L.D. Condominium, 3rd Floor, 501 Saladaeng 1 Rama IV Road Phone: 02 235 8282-3 Turkey Embassy in Bangkok 61/1 SOI, Chatsan Suthisarn Road, Huaykwang Phone: 02 274 7262-3, 02 274 8574 Email: tcturkbe@mail.cscoms.com United Arab Emirates Embassy in Bangkok CRC Tower, 29th Floor, All Seasons Place 87/2 Wireless Road, Lumpini, Phatumwan Phone: 02 402 4000 Email: info@uaeembassy.or.th

Ukraine Embassy in Bangkok 87 All Seasons Place, CRC Tower, 33rd Floor, Wireless Road, Lumpini, Phatumwan Phone: 02 685 3215 Website: www.ukraineinfo.gov.ua/main United Kingdom Embassy in Bangkok 14 Wireless Road, Lumpini, Pathumwan Phone: 02 305 8333 Website: www.britishembassy.gov.uk/thailand Email: info.bangkok@fco.gov.uk, ConsularEnquiries.Bangkok@fco.gov.uk Office Hours: Mon - Thurs: 08.00 - 12.00 and 12.45 - 16.30 Fri: 08.00 - 13.00 United States Embassy in Bangkok 120 - 122 Wireless Road and 95 Wireless Road Phone: 02 205 4000 Website: bangkok.usembassy.gov/ Email: acsbkk@state.gov, visasbkk@state.gov Office Hours: Mon - Fri: 07.00 - 16.00 United States Wardens in Pattaya Robert K Brooks 084 158 0785 Darrell Brown 082 697 5535 Gary M Hacker 089 803 0388 Pat Koester 087 912 6774 James C Phillips 080 099 0630 Piyawan Phillips 086 155 0506 Donald Ratcliffe 081 291 0535 Thomas Worthley 081 939 9789 Uzbekistan Consulate in Bangkok 138/5 Thoglor Soi 11 Sukhumvit 55, Klongtan Wattana Phone: 02 712 8883, 02 381 6116 Email: ankhor@uzbinbkk.org

Vietnam Embassy in Bangkok 83/1 Wireless Road, Lumpini, Pathumwan Phone: 02 251 5836-8 Website: www.vietnamembassy-thailand.org Email: vnemb.th@mofa.gov.vn Office Hours: Mon - Fri: 08.00 - 11.30 and 13.30 - 16.30

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Below is a list of the majority of outlets stocking the magazine. There are other places where it can be found, but these are the ones where it should be possible to pick up the magazine on a regular basis. If you are a business owner would like to allow customers to pick up a magazine from a supplied rack, please let us know. pattayatrader@pattayatrader.com

Important Phone Numbers Banglamung Police Station Sukhumvit Rd, Banglamung Tel: 038 222 100 Banglamung Post Office Tel: 038 428 225 Chonburi Immigration Office Soi 5, Jomtien Beach Road Jomtien Post Office Soi 5, Jomtien Beach Road (to 4.30pm Mon-Fri) Tel: 038 231 944 Naklua Fire Brigade Sukhumvit Rd, Banglamung Tel: 038 221 000 Pattaya City Helpline Tel: 1337 Pattaya City Hall North Pattaya Road Tel: 038 253 100 Pattaya City Hospital Soi Buakhow Tel: 038 420 562 Pattaya Electricity Banglamung office Tel: 038 221 007 Hotline: 1129 (for electricity failures) Pattaya Fire Brigade Third Road, South Pattaya Tel: 038 424 678 Pattaya Health Department Tel: 038 429 374 Pattaya Memorial Hospital Tel: 038 429 422 Pattaya City Police Station cnr Beach Rd & Soi 9 Tel: 038 429 325 Pattaya Post Office Sukhumvit Rd (nr Na Jomtien) Tel: 038 429 341 Pattaya Tourist Police Pratamnak Road, nr Fitness Park Tel: 1155 Tel: 038 429 371 Pattaya Water Works Tel: 038 222 462 Sawang Boriboon Rescue Service Hotline: 1669 www.pattayatrader.com

NORTH Best Supermarket, North Pattaya Rd Coffee Club, Naklua Rd, opp. Soi 18 Pattaya City Hall, North Pattaya Rd Dusit Thani Hotel, Beach Rd DV Rent A Car, Third Rd, North Pattaya Global-Solidor Insurance, Naklua Rd Thai Garden Resort, North Pattaya Rd Tavern by the Sea, Amari Orchid Hotel, Beach Rd A Plus Property, Second Rd, nr Burger King Pattaya International Hospital, Soi 4, off Second Rd Bangkok Pattaya Hospital, Sukhumvit Rd CENTRAL Euro PVC, Sukhumvit Rd, nr Soi 34 Foodland Supermarket, Pattaya Klang KTK Service Apartments, Soi AR (Soi Sukrudee) Jamesons Pub & Restaurant, Soi AR (Soi Sukrudee) AMA Fashion, Pattaya Klang, opp. Tops Paradise City Properties, Pattaya Klang, opp. Big C Extra Pattaya Trader main office, Albartec Car Centre, Sukhumvit Rd Queen Victoria Inn, Soi 6, off Beach Rd Tropical Berts, Soi 6/1, off Second Rd Subway, Big C Extra, Pattaya Klang Black Canyon, Big C Extra, Pattaya Klang Universe Gym, Albartec Car Centre, Sukhumvit Rd SOUTH Acorn Pub, The Avenue Shopping Centre, opp. Soi 13 Au Bon Pain, The Avenue Shopping Centre, opp. Soi 13 Dr Olivier Clinic, Soi Day-Night 1 Diamond City Place Coffee Shop, Pattaya Tai Rd, nr Third Rd Door to Door, Third Rd (lane opp. Soi Lengkee) Friendship Supermarket, Pattaya Tai Rd Grottino Bakery, Soi Day-Night 1 LK The Emm Place, Beach Rd, cnr Soi 12 Kilkenny Bar & Guesthouse, Soi LK Metro Key Visa, Soi LK Metro I-Rovers, Soi LK Metro Pattaya Realty, Tipp Plaza, near Soi 10 Punch & Judy Pub & Restaurant, Soi Thepprasit 8 Robin’s Nest Bar & Restaurant, Soi Diana Inn Seafari Dive Center, Soi 12 Siam Properties, Pattaya Tai Rd The Sportsman Pub & Restaurant, Soi 13 The Haven Hotel & Restaurant, Soi 13 Villa Supermarket, The Avenue Shopping Centre, opp. Soi 13

JOMTIEN Baan Suoy Resort, Soi 15, Thappraya Rd Bobby Brooks, Thappraya Rd Continental Café, Thappraya Rd Decorum Furniture, Thepprasit Rd, cnr Soi 15 Foodmart Shopping Centre, Thappraya Rd Chonburi Immigration Office, Soi 5, Jomtien Jones Lang Lasalle Real Estate, Thappraya Rd Linda Seafood, Thappraya Rd Seaboard Properties, Thappraya Rd Shenanigans Bar & Restaurant, Jomtien Rd Simple Simon, Soi 5, Jomtien The Village Shopping Market, cnr Soi Chaiyapreuk & Sukhumvit Rd Trattoria Italiana, Thappraya Rd, nr Foodmart EAST Bangkok Bank, Sukhumvit Rd, opp. Numchai Collingbourne Auctions, Soi Chayapreuk 2 Numchai Coffee Shop, Sukhumvit Rd, opp. Bangkok Bank Star Books, Soi Wat Boonsampan (Soi Khao Noi) Go Rent, Soi Wat Boonsampan (Soi Khao Noi) Beer and Coffee, Soi Wat Boonsampan (Soi Khao Noi) Fisherman Café, Mabprachan Reservoir Khun John’s, Mabprachan Reservoir Layla’s Place, Mabprachan Reservoir Magnolia’s Resort, Mabprachan Reservoir Starlight Bar, Soi Wat Boonsampan (Soi Khao Noi) Pattaya Auction House, Soi 14 Chaiypornvitee Rd Thirata Dental Clinic, Soi Wat Boonsampan (Soi Khao Noi) OUTSIDE PATTAYA Mokador Café, Main Rd, Bang Saray Malee’s Café, Main Rd, Bang Saray The Pantry, Soi 5, Bang Saray The Bakery, Soi 5, Bang Saray Fox and Hounds, Bang Saray Oscars, Ban Amphur Nok’s Pantry, Laem Chabang Balance Service, Ao Udom

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Short Story

Flight of Fancy

o matter what our nationality, sexual preference, job status, we all have one thing in common - the flight over. I know there are some Cheap Charlies who come as stokers on Japanese tramp steamers, or who back-pack across Myanmar but how else to get in lots of airline jokes? At my age, I know I am getting a bit deaf, but I always seem to have trouble with the pilot and his gratingly jovial voice delivered at just the right pitch so you can decipher one word in three. "..weather at our destination is … degrees with some broken clouds, … we'll try to have them fixed before we arrive. Thank…and remember, nobody loves you, or your money, more than … Airlines." Sometimes it is more disconcerting if you actually hear every word! "Your seat cushions can be used as flotation aids, and, in the event of an emergency water landing, please paddle to shore and take them with you with our compliments." They say the truth hurts, but occasionally, honesty IS the best policy: "As you exit the plane, make sure to gather all of your belongings. Anything left behind will be distributed evenly among

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the flight attendants. Please do not leave children or spouses." Do you remember the flight attendant who lost it and resigned on the spot after a confrontation with a stroppy passenger? He was an Internet celebrity for days. So what about the pilot being brutally honest about the standard of care one could expect during his welcome message? He opened the flight with, "Delta airlines are pleased to have some of the best

flight attendants in the business. Unfortunately none of them are on this flight.”

Or the joking pilot - On a small commuter flight one sunny day from Utapao to Phuket, the captain was told that his passengers were nervous about being on a "small airplane." He decided to take action: "Good afternoon ladies and gentlemen, this is your captain. I have been informed that some of you are nervous about being on a 'little' plane. Well, let me assure you, there is nothing to worry about, just sit back and take it easy. It might be helpful to do some sight seeing to put your mind at ease. Now, if you'll all lean and look out over the right wing of the airplane...NO, NO, not all at once!’ Or the wily Oriental pilot, ‘Ladies and gentlemen, welcome to Chang Mai, we hope you enjoyed your flight and thank you for

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flying AirAsia. If you didn't enjoy your flight, thank you for flying Bangkok air.’ And then there are the passengers! The Tourist Association of Thailand announced that 53% of all arriving airline passengers are single males. Of course, this ranks alongside the news that Immigration Officers have all been to charm school. I would estimate, from my observations, that this number is nearer 75% and the rest are families with children suffering from chronic toothache and hyper-activity syndrome. Their symptoms are; nervously drumming the back of your seat with their feet during meals or emitting blood-curdling shrieks thirty minutes after you’ve taken a sleeping pill. The adults can be just as bad. I always try to get a window seat to be in control of the window blind. Thus I do not have to endure the thoughtless nerd next to me putting up the blind to see where we are and flooding the plane with ultra-bright light at 4.30 am. From this seat, I can also endure the toilet visits. Like a camel, I can go long periods without watering and can easily manage six or seven hours, no matter how much free booze I get down my neck. If I get an aisle seat, I know the two fat guys next to me will be incontinent, requiring frequent trampling over my toes as they try vainly to squeeze by without waking me. And why are their bladders not in proportion to the rest of their enormous torsos and not in synch with each other?

‘more expensive than any other shop in the world but don’t mess with our store detectives’). Once there, I douse everything: shirt, under my armpits, crotch, even my socks with various sample aftershaves. I know, therefore, whoever sits next to me will have a fragrant six hours. Invariably though, I get a nervous flier who tries to drench his fear with the aroma of beer and stale sweat in the seat next to me. The stench of long-dead, incontinent badger musk permeates our area and I am always horrified that the attendant might think it’s me. Even worse than the odiferous passenger is the garrulous, friendly type who wants to flap his trap when you are settling down to sleep? I’ve found that one of the best ways to subdue this type of passenger is to scare them into silence. "I wonder how they make those windows strong enough to withstand the pressure? Can you hear a hissing noise?" Sometimes a stronger dose is required: "What would you do if a crack opened up in the fuselage?" (I save this for bouts of air turbulence.) If all else fails try raising the blinds a little then grab his arm saying, “Bloody Hell! DID YOU SEE THAT GOOSE HIT THE ENGINE?" Last word from Anon, ‘Eagles may soar, but weasels never get sucked into jet air intakes.’

Before I board any plane, I wander round the Duty Free section (strange how ‘duty-free’ at King Power BKK translates to

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Sir, Please Stand on the Scales

here is a rumour that because of high oil prices and the proliferation of budget skin-and-bone airlines, airline companies are considering weighing passengers as well as their luggage before they board a flight. Their argument is that the heavier an aircraft the more fuel it uses, so passengers should be charged according to their personal contribution to the plane’s load. Passengers generally weigh more than their luggage so why shouldn’t they also be counted as a drag on the aircraft’s fuel efficiency? Sounds logical and fair, doesn’t it? But I can see monumental problems in the implementation of such a scheme and any airline toying with the idea will be opening a Pandora’s Box of trouble if they go ahead. I confess that I am a gram or two above my correct racing weight and therefore have a personal interest in making sure such a scheme is not introduced. It is highly discriminatory and would mean I’d have to travel by boat in future. However, I am not Robinson Crusoe in that respect and there are plenty of people around who will have concerns and be more vocal in their opposition to the idea than I. My first question is how the airline would determine the maximum weight per ticketholder to produce reasonable fuel efficiency. Obviously, the most fuel efficient would be a zero load and the least cost-effective would be the maximum allowable take-off load for that particular aircraft. Picking numbers which probably bear no relationship to the actual figures but make the arithmetic simpler, let’s say a 300-seat passenger plane has an optimum payload of 30,000kg. That means each of the 300 ticket-holders can be 100kg without sending the airline bankrupt. But that must include the passenger’s luggage, so the first thing airlines will have to do is dispense with the current ‘baggage allowance’ system and weigh both the passenger and his or her luggage together as a single unit. If the airlines are purely talking about fuel economy and fairness, a 110kg man travelling with no luggage is equivalent to a 90kg man with 20kg of luggage because both contribute 110kg to the plane’s overall load. This would have to be done at the airport ‘Check In’ counter which would be renamed the ‘Weigh In’ counter. Intending passengers would be required to stand on the scales along with ALL their personal luggage. Do you want to know what job would soon become the most despised in the airline industry? I can envisage the question, “Who yo’ callin’ fat, bitch?” being posed to many a hapless airline employee trapped behind the ‘Weigh In’ counter at the airport. But the opportunities for problems do not end there. “Daddy, why do all those people lined up look so pale and sick?” “Well son, they are waiting to be weighed and they look so sick because they have been on a starvation diet for the last week or so.” For this reason, the ‘Weigh In’ counter will have to be relocated so that, once weighed and ticketed, each passenger enters the secure

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departure lounge which he cannot exit. If this is not done, what is to stop a guy heading on a skiing holiday to Alaska from removing his thick, heavy, thermal jacket, his heavy thermal boots and everything else he is carrying, and handing it to a friend before being weighed? Standing on the scales in a singlet, cotton shorts and rubber thongs, he tips the scales at 98kg and avoids any penalty. Then he recovers all his clothing and belongings from his friend and boards the plane 30kg heavier. Here’s a tip: If you currently have a food or drink franchise at an airport before the ‘Check In’ desk, sell it now! Location, location, location! Move your kiosk as close as possible to the departure lounge where large groups of post-weighed, emaciated passengers who haven’t eaten for days will make you a millionaire in no time. I can hear the pilot during his pre-flight: “I thought you said we had exactly 30,000kg? My instruments say we’re carrying 32,000kg.” In future, airports will have to install public steam rooms where the marginally overweight can spend two hours burning off excess fluid instead of sitting in the bar downing eight pints of lager. The only ‘frequent flyers’ left will be the emaciated or anorexic and large international companies will begin hiring their jet-setting executives on the basis of whether they are thin rather than for their business acumen. Asian travellers, being slightly built, will be least affected and fat politicians will not care one iota because their fares are paid for by taxpayers. Europeans and Americans would be most affected, as statistics indicate people in the West are becoming increasingly overweight. Now let’s take it a step further. If this is all about fairness, there should be a sliding weight scale with a midpoint of say the 100kg. If passengers are going to be charged ‘excess’ for being over that weight, then fairness dictates that passengers under that weight should be given a discount at the same rate per kilogram. For example, a man, his wife and two-year-old son are off on a holiday. He and his suitcase weigh in at 120kg so he is charged 20kg overweight. His wife and her luggage weigh 90kg while his son, with no luggage, weighs 15kg. The guy would be justified in asking, “If you are charging me extra by saying I am costing you more fuel, then why aren’t my wife and son being charged less for saving you fuel?” Together, these three passengers weigh 225kg, well under the benchmark of 300kg for three occupied seats. This introduces the possibility of ‘weight sharing’. The husband weighs in without luggage and is under the 100kg. His wife weighs in without luggage and is well under the 100kg. His son becomes the proud owner of two large suitcases but still weighs in under the 100kg. This could be the birth of a new industry – the ‘Pre-Flight Weight Analysis Unit’. Before checking in, you and your family go to their counter and, have everything weighed separately. Then a bunch of nerds use a computer program to determine the most cost-effective weight distribution. “Dad, take off your coat and give it to your wife. The youngest kid has the big suitcase and the laptop. Your daughter carries the smaller suitcase and the tennis racquets. You wife has the medium suitcase and the backpack. That will be $10 please.” Taking the ‘group’ idea to the limit, the airline argument is about the TOTAL weight of ALL the passengers and ALL the luggage combined. Wouldn’t you like to board a plane after having paid a substantial amount in excess weight only to find the aircraft takes off with barely half the seats occupied?

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Shell to open 100 new petrol stations in Thailand

hell to open 100 new petrol stations in Thailand

Shell petrol stations are set to become a more familiar sight on Thailand's roads as the local arm of Royal Dutch Shell Plc. announces that it will introduce 100 new petrol stations on the run up to 2016. Chairman of Shell Companies in Thailand, Asada Harinsuit, said it would be the largest expansion in over 15 years when the 1997 Asian Financial crisis saw the company cut the number of petrol stations in its hands in Thailand dramatically. Mr. Asada said, "We've started expanding oil pumps gradually — 12 new ones last year and 22 this year," In the years before the Asian Financial crisis, Shell had over 1000 petrol stations but was forced to cut this number in half to just 500 due to lack of purchasing power on the part of consumers. It was a time when other petrol station operators were fighting to survive. The more recent expansion came about as sales have started rising again, in part due to aggressive marketing campaigns for its Fuel Save gasohol and V-Power diesel products. Other amenities such as coffee shops and minimarts have also helped to boost sales. Shell is currently the forth-largest operator of petrol stations behind Esso, Bangchak and PTT. It holds a 12.5 per cent market share. In addition to the rollout of the new petrol stations, existing branches will get a facelift to make them look more modern to maintain the company’s competitive advantage. The revamp will focus on 150 key petrol stations to start with. Royal Dutch Shell's executive vice-president for retail operations, Istvan Kapitani, said, “This will position Thailand as a critical development hub in the Asean Economic Community." Bumrungrad International Hospital Plc. reduces 2014 revenue outlook The second-largest hospital company listed on the SET, Bumrungrad International Hospital Plc. (BH), expects lower growth of revenues this year due to

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a slowing tourism outlook. The imposition of martial law has been a major factor since apparently many insurance companies are unwilling to give coverage for medical bills incurred in countries with martial law in place. The coup and the aftermath have also affected the number of high-end medical tourists coming to Thailand. Bumrungrad International expects growth of revenues to slow this year to around seven to ten per cent of the 14.7 billion baht achieved last year, down from an original target of ten to fifteen per cent. So far the company has achieved first-half revenues of 7.6 billion baht, up just a little under five per cent year on year. The hospital company remains Thailand’s largest private operator and it serves approximately one million patients per year with a quarter of these being foreigners. Chief executive Dennis Brown said "We hope the government will revoke martial law soon." The company will continue to expand internationally going forward, with Myanmar, Vietnam and China all showing potential opportunities. Asia Plus Securities economist Prakit Sirivattanaket, said, "The performance of small and medium-sized hospitals should be better than that of bigger operators such as Bumrungrad, which focuses on high-end and foreign patients.” He added, "We forecast small and medium-sized hospitals will generate high profit growth and have greater opportunities to expand into rural areas."

cycle the airline has already announced that it will increase the frequency. Indeed the maiden flights on the two routes have only just completed. Bangkok-Narita will see two daily flights instead of just one, and Bangkok-Osaka will operate daily from its current five flights per week. The increased frequencies will take place from next March 26th, and online booking for them is already available on the company's website. It was the rapid take up of advanced bookings that helped Thai Air Asia X make the decision to so quickly increase the flight frequencies. Booking rates topped fifty per cent soon after the launch of the original services. Traffic is two ways with nearly half a million Thai nationals visiting Japan last year, up 74 per cent from the year before. Already in 2014 the first half showed more than 330,000 Thais visited Japan. Much of the growth in numbers is due to the relaxation of visa rules for Thai nationals taking short trips to the country. At the same time, Japanese visitors to Thailand have also increased to 1.5 million, up twelve per cent year on year, though there has been a slowdown in 2014 as the political situation unraveled. Thai Air Asia X is optimistic that the numbers of Japanese visiting Thailand will pick up towards the end of the year and this is in keeping with its increased flight scheduling decision ready for the following year. To keep the service running the airline said it would deploy a third Airbus A330-300 aircraft sporting 377 seats for its Narita and Osaka services. It will become the second largest carrier of passengers between Japan and Thailand second only to the flag carrier Thai Airways International.

Extra flights to Japan for Thai AirAsia X

Thai AirAsia X will add more flights between Thailand and Japan showing that the post coup era has been largely well received by Japanese travellers and politicians alike. Two new routes were recently started, Bangkok-Narita and Bangkok-Osaka and even though they are early in their business

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at the Royal Marina Pattaya

ith the motto “Safety Speed and Certainty” GrabTaxi plans to organize the taxi service in Pattaya for the better of both passengers and drivers. Pattaya Trader Magazine was there to cover the Beta Launch of the mobile app, which was held at the Royal Marina Pattaya on September 17

What is GrabTaxi ? The brain-child of a group of Harvard students from South-east Asia, GrabTaxi is a mobile pone application that has now expanded to 6 countries, 70 cities and it has being downloaded more than 1.7 million times.

Why is it helpful ? The application was designed to be useful for both passengers and drivers alike, let’s see a quick list of all the advantages it provides. For Passengers:

No communication problems as al is done in writing through the application on your mobile phone. No price discrepancies, users will know how much it will cost before even booking the ride. 24 hrs service. No need to wait outside which is great for safety and convenience (very useful when it rains). Drivers have been tested before joining so passengers won’t have to worry about reckless driving or cars in bad shape

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For Drivers:

30% to 300% more income not only they get to keep the service charge, it is also more likely they will be on call

much more frequently. Extremely efficient as they don’t have to be driving aimlessly and it offers job security They receive training in English and using mobile technology for their advantage

How does it work? Simplicity is the main factor on which this application was designed; users can book a taxi (and GPS track it) with the push of about 3 buttons. Step 1: Select location and destination Basically the user begins the transaction by writing his location and destination on the main screen, the app will automatically track the passengers GPS location Step 2: Get estimated time of arrival and Price for the ride Then, the user has the option to pick which taxi he prefers and by simply clicking on a button he will get an estimated time of arrival and the cost of the entire ride. Step 3: Complete your Booking Once the passenger is happy with the arrival time and price he can press the ‘book now’ button and the transaction will be completed! On top of the ease by which you can book your taxi, the application will also offer you a wealth of useful information which the user will have Access to at all times, these include: Driver’s name, Driver’s plate number, driver’s mobile pone and a real time tracking of the location of the taxi.

How do I get it? GrabTaxi is available for download in all mayor app stores including Apple App Store, Google Play, Windows Store and BlackBerry World. You can visit their website for more details: www.grabtaxi.com

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The future of GrabTaxi: Is worth mentioning that this service, which is already available at the app store, has full-fledged support from the Pattaya Municipality. In the city mayor’s own words ”Pattaya will benefit from this service as there’s a general lack of taxis. The municipality embraces this new application as it will provide a very useful service for visitors and locals alike”. With an energetic, innovative and Young team behind the application added to the support our local government will provide for it, GrabTaxi is looking at a very bright and promising future in Pattaya. With 60 drivers on call at any given time, the application seems certainly ready to take over sin city and provide a fresh, useful and safe service for all.

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Where Should I Invest My Money ?

hen someone finds out I am a financial journalist this is usually the first question that I get asked and I mentioned last month that often this leads to stories of inappropriate investments. It is very easy to forget that the majority of investments undertaken by individuals prove to be very successful and meet their needs over a long period of time. It is only the minority of unsuitable schemes that usually make it into the papers. So what does a normal, suitable appropriate investment look like? The answer is surprisingly simple, although I will go into a little more detail below. The right investment is one that you understand, and will do what you expect and meet your needs. This approach has never let me or any of my clients down. Lets say your immediate need is to save a deposit for a property, you need something secure, that invariably means cash based investing. You would like to get some interest and for the money to be available when you need it. A basic savings account is probably what you would arrange yourself and you most likely wouldn’t be persuaded that something else, more expensive and complex was right for you. Because of the way the finance industry uses jargon and complexity, few of us have really engaged with trying to understand these terms and products until the point at which we need them. In contrast, the basic savings account is something that we have learned to understand from a very young age. Usually trying to work out how to do something at the last minute is not ideal which is perhaps why so many people seek advice on their finances and rely on advisers to guide them. In

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many developed economies or markets, regulation has developed over thirty or forty years because of the scandals and “Ponzi” schemes that have been uncovered. This generally ensures that minimum standards apply, although unfortunately for many of us based offshore we have found that a lack of regulation has led to some unsuitable products being promoted. So the challenge for us living offshore is actually how we keep our money safe as well as finding the right investment, which is what is usually meant when I’m asked the question where should I invest my money. This is the real challenge because the starting point for any investment is where it is held, or what is known as “custody” – who keeps hold of the investment or the record of it. In the US and EU, the most common form of custody for retail investors is an investment platform. This usually provides online access to view your investments in real time as well as some basic research and planning tools. Additionally the best platforms offer discounted investment funds, model portfolios and risk assessment. Why use a platform? Well I like the idea that my investments are held separately by a regulated firm in a highly regulated jurisdiction and overseen by a regulated financial adviser. That’s the approach that I take, having my pension trustee based in Gibraltar, although the administration is actually in the UK and the firm is also UK regulated. Does it cost extra to have a regulated firm look after my affairs, well I find that the opposite is the case. The transparency of competition in regulated markets seems to bring costs down in contrast to the opaque murky nature of some offshore investing. Although I am well versed in financial matters, I actually have my investments managed on an ‘advisory basis’ by the firm that looks after my affairs. They charge a monthly fee directly to my pension for recommending and monitoring the investment funds, rebalancing the portfolio and providing a pro-active advice service. I can pick up the phone, send them an email with any queries and I meet with them at least once a year either in the UK or in Thailand. Is this the answer that you expected – for many readers who ask the question are surprised with the answer? Most believe that I have sure fire investment idea or that I am engrossed in the analysts’ reports that help me to manage my investments myself online in a trading account. The truth is that I have the knowledge and experience to know the limits of my competence and when to take advice. And of course I would rather that someone else has the worry of how the investments are performing and that everything is safe. David.thrifty@yahoo.com

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Marrying a Thai National Marriage Dowry is still an integral part of modern Thai marriage customs and is considered absolutely normal. Foreign nationals intending to marry a Thai woman are also expected to honor the Thai Dowry System. Traditionally, the groom will be expected to pay a dowry or sinsod to the family, to show gratitude and to compensate them in exchange of the hands of their daughter and to prove that the groom is financially capable of taking care and supporting their daughter. There are many factors that determine how much the sinsod will be and they include the man’s wealth, the value of the woman which is based on her background, her age, dependents, previous marital status, education level, job, and the status of her family in the community. In some cases, wellto-do Thai families return the dowry to their daughter or to the couple to help them start their new life. Thai marriages can be solemnized with or without an engagement or a Betrothal Ceremony in ritual manner or through court. This is when the couple formally introduces themselves to each other’s family and the announcement of the terms of the dowry and the wedding date takes place. Betrothal is not valid until the man gives an engagement property to the woman called “Khongman” which shall be the property of the woman after the betrothal has taken place.

Conditions for entering into betrothal and marriage agreement 1. Both parties must be at least 17 years of age. A court order would otherwise be needed. 2. Neither party is mentally incapacitated. 3. Both parties are not in blood relations by direct ascendant or descendant line 4. Both do not have the same adoptive parents. 5. Must not be the same sex. 6. Neither party has a spouse at the time of the marriage. If the woman is a widow or is divorced, the marriage can only take place after expiry of 310 days from her husband's death or

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termination of the marriage. The exceptions are when: 1. A child was born during this time; 2. The divorced couple are re-marrying; 3. There is a court order allowing the woman to marry; 4. There is a certificate from a doctor in a Thai hospital to state that the woman is not pregnant.

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After the betrothal has taken place, if either party commits a breach of the betrothal agreement, such party shall be liable to make compensation. In case the woman commits a breach of the betrothal agreement or where there is an essential event happening to the betrothed woman that makes the marriage to the woman unsuitable, the man is entitled to renounce the betrothal agreement and the woman shall return the Khongman to the man. In case where there is an essential event happening to the betrothed man that makes marriage to the man unsuitable, the woman is entitled to renounce the betrothal agreement and the Khongman need not to be returned to the man. If the marriage does not take place causing mainly from the woman or on account of any circumstances that makes the woman responsible for making the marriage unsuitable for the man or for making the man unable to marry that woman, the man may claim the return of the Sinsod.

Compensation may be claimed as follows: Compensation may be claimed as follows: 1. for injury caused to the body or reputation of the man or woman; 2. for appropriate expenses or debt incurred in good faith by the betrothed , his or her parents or a person acting in the capacity of his or her parents in preparation for the marriage; 3. for the damage suffered by the man or woman through having taken appropriate measures affecting his or her property or other affairs relating to his or her occupation or earning in expectation of the marriage. In case where the woman is entitled to the compensation, the Court may decide that the Khongman which has become her property is the whole or a part of compensation she will receive, or the Court may order for payment of the compensation without regard to Khongman.

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