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n the expectation that 28 million foreigners will visit Thailand next year, compared with 24 million this year, the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is to recruit “quality customers� using the new social media. TAT says its aim is to make the kingdom a top-quality luxury destination for visitors from all continents.

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News Illegal cash collectors threaten police A dozen men were questioned by traffic police as they appeared to be illegally collecting money for parking tickets near the Dolphin Roundabout. The going rate was 60 baht but there was no choice for drivers as some members of the gang behaved aggressively. Officer Somsri Sima was forced to radio for assistance as the

gang refused to disperse and told him to mind his own business. When 20 police reinforcements arrived on the scene, the gang fled. However four were taken into custody and all tested positive for drugs. It is believed the ringleader of the parking scam was Sanrak Meesuta who had a large number of parking tickets.

Depressed man tries to kill friend

Police responded to reports from a Jomtien condominium complex that a man was bleeding profusely. Ake Phudradup, 48, said he had been attacked by Sanit Phromboon, 40, with a sharp-edged implement. Arrested shortly afterwards, Sanit said he was a drinking buddy of Ake for several years but he had recently heard a rumour that Ake had had sex with his wife. Ake denied the allegation. The injured man was taken to Banglamung Hospital for stitching whilst his attacker was remanded in custody on violence charges.

Drunken Russian breaks baht bus windscreen

Unable to name his destination, a Russian tourist flared up and broke the windshield of a baht bus. The driver, Surachai, said the Russian flagged down the songthaew on Second Road, and climbed in back. After riding for about a kilometer, Surachai stopped and asked where the passenger was going.

The tourist appeared drunk and became angry enough to slam his elbow into the windscreen. When police arrived at the scene they were unable to communicate with the Russian. The Russian was taken to the police station, then left and went to sleep outside the Montien Hotel. He will be rearrested when the booze wears off and a translator is available.

Cambodians enforce no-entry zone Fighting broke out between Thais and Cambodians after a group of Cambodians tried to prevent anyone from entering their encampment on a Jomtien building site unless they were Cambodian nationals.

Thai construction managers

Work stress results in self-hanging Mabprachan Lake residents, disturbed by the stench from a nearby wooded area, found the body of 22-year-old Ampol Dujjanutad hanging from a tree. Police said the man had been dead for three or four days. His motorbike was nearby and many personal documents and accessories were found at the scene.

Acquaintances suggested that Ampol had been very stressed by his job as a taxi boy which resulted in a very poor income. Pending an autopsy, investigators are ruling the death a suicide.

refused to accept the no-go zone and fired a gun in the air as a warning. In response, the Cambodians showed a hunting knife. In the ensuing fracas two Cambodians were injured by the gun before somebody thought it was high time to call the police.

Imposters use fake warrant and violence Wuttipong Boonma, owner of an internet cafe in Banglamung, was assaulted by men professing to be copyright agents.

The unidentified men presented what looked like a fake warrant claimed to be from Pattaya court. When Wuttipong protested, the fraudsters broke his jaw and escaped with several computers.

Police said they would question the owner further once he recovers from the attack, and that they would check the cafÊ’s CCTV.

Celebrate one of the world’s most popular festivals at Hilton Pattaya, and experience Germany without going far from home. Your indulgence begins with a feast of authentic specialities including meats and cold cuts, as well as a spread of Thai delights.

Wash it down with a selection of Paulaner draught beers for THB220 nett per 0.5 litres or your choice of German schnapps while enjoying Oktoberfest fun and live entertainment by Anton & The Funny Guys. With one complimentary Oktoberfest beer and free-shirt, full buffet and free ow soft drinks celebrating this fantastic German tradition has never been so easy.

27 & 28 September, THB 1,500 bookings highly recommended.

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News POLI CE Way forward with jet skis

Phuket Governor Maitri Intusut has given a favorable report on the resort’s attempts to clean up the infamous Jet Ski business in which foreigners have traditionally been ripped off financially for real or imaginary damage to the craft. Since Pattaya appears to be lagging behind on this sensitive issue, it is worth looking at the progress apparently made in the southern resort.

The numbers involved

In Phuket there are 286 Jet Skis operating from six beaches, the majority at Ka and Kata. Prices have been standardized at 1,500 baht for 30 minutes, up to a maximum of 3,000 baht for a full hour. According to a full report in the Phuket Gazette, these prices are justified by the operators as being the same as they were in 2010. Some foreigners in Pattaya have complained that the hiring fees were greater than that, without considering any accident damage or claims thereof. A 30-minute Jet Ski trip typically uses 12 or 13 litres of gasoline, not to mention the staff costs.

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Already a number of online campaigns – “Happiness You Can Share” and “Find Your Fabulous” – provide real experiences for travellers using mobile applications, portal sites and digital marketing. The Amazing Thailand website has more than 500,000 “likes” on Facebook and Twitter with a further 50,000 followers on Google+.

Four premium traveller groups are being targeted: medical tourists, honeymooners, eco-tourists and lovers of golf. Pattaya is one of the resorts being promoted, using the City Hall aim of creating Pattaya as a Thai Riviera destination by the end of the decade. TAT believes that the luxury-seeking groups will spend an average of 12,000 baht a day on a Thai holiday rather than the 3,000 baht which is said to be normal for the budget traveller, including his or her accommodation.

According to the Phuket Gazette, the operators don’t fight over customers and the price tariff is explained to them in advance. That means that no untoward pressure is put on tourists to take a ride.

Foreigners often ask if they need a licence to ride a Jet Ski, but apparently this is not so or the framework legislation is not in use or applicable. But Jet Ski operators can arrange to have staff accompany riders who are not sure if they can cope alone.

The new tourist information centre and multipurpose police station to be built close the entrance of Walking Street will cost 3,500,000 baht and should be ready for use before the end of the year. A City Hall spokesperson said that budgetary provision had already been made in the current financial year. One purpose of the new complex will be to provide a quick response to any serious mishaps, such as sea accidents which have caused the resort many problems in the past.

Checks by officials

In bad weather

The Phuket operators also stated that in stormy weather they are not able to rent out the craft for obvious reasons. Sometimes, especially in the monsoon season, craft can be overturned or damaged by rough seas whilst they are stationary. This is an extra cost which the operators have to bear. Jet Ski owners, according to the Phuket Gazette, also encouraged City Hall and the harbor master to enforce the agreed regulations without fear or favor.

And so to Pattaya

The Phuket “solution”, if that is what it is, seems to be a self-help agreement among the various parties. It seems the police--who in Pattaya have been a dominant force for good or ill in sorting out disputes—did not participate in the discussions. Nor is there any mention of a compulsory insurance scheme for Jet Ski owners. Maybe they have taken the view that they don’t need a policy in the first place and will be their own insurer. Or maybe it’s not that easy to find an insurer in the public or the private sectors willing to cover accidents and damage in what is obviously a hazardous sport.

Nonetheless, it is hoped that the Pattaya operators and the local authority will now take action on the Jet Ski problem in our fair city.

There are still too many reports of arguments between tourists and Jet Ski owners or their agents concerning the cost of damage--whether real or not. A big scam here is the plastic bag placed at each end of the craft, allegedly to prevent water damage, which can easily hide pre-existing scratches and dents. Perhaps we now need a deputation of foreign embassies to Pattaya to create the publicity to coax a solution along the Phuket lines. Let’s hope that the answer to the Jet Ski issue has been resolved in principle, and that the system will not revert to nastiness once the publicity wears off.

Postscript: However both the Austrian and British honorary consuls in Phuket were reported at the end of August as saying that little had changed and that the reason there were not more complaints was simply fear of the Jet Ski operators by intimidated tourists.

TAT believes that the online campaign will help decide world travellers to come to Thailand.

The medical tourism market is particularly appealing to Middle East visitors, whilst weddings and honeymoons are especially popular with Indians. Golfing holidays are booming amongst South Koreans, whilst the small eco-tourism market generally consists of Europeans and Americans visiting Koh Samui and other islands.

“We will utilize and apply information technology to promote Thailand in the second decade of the century,” Thapanee added. “Our online strategy will help us to know our customers and will enable us to ascertain the lifestyle of visitors at the digital cutting edge.” He stressed that TAT has more than 20 static and niche mobile applications to support mobile users.

New tourist centre is costed

No pressure on customers

The harbor office in Phuket claims to visit each operator once a year to check that the licensing documentation is up to date and that the craft are in a good condition. The local authority has confirmed that there has been only one death this year arising from a Jet Ski incident.

The Phuket governor also stated that complaints from foreign diplomats about the lack of safety on Jet Skis lacked substance. The governor said he needed exact dates, times and location to investigate alleged examples of misuse or danger to craft renters. Every single Jet Ski has a registration number.

Thapanee Kiatphaibool, TAT marketing director, said, “We will also cooperate with the biggest Chinese search engine www.baidu. com to promote the tourist industry in Thailand. The number of Chinese visitors coming to Thailand is now almost equal to the total of Russians and is expected to leap into first place next year. South Korea and Germany provide the next biggest numbers. Britain, which used to be first in the list, has fallen way behind.”

Auttaphol Wannakij, director TAT’s Pattaya office, said that the occupancy rate of hotel rooms in Pattaya this month is at least 70 percent, compared with 40 percent three years ago. He said a minimum growth of 10 percent in Pattaya arrivals was anticipated this year, a total of nearly 7 million tourists altogether.

Compulsory insurance for all?

Mandatory insurance for tourists will be imposed by the Thai government this year, according to Somsak Pureerisak, minister of Tourism and Sports. Details remain unclear, but one thing is certain: some or all tourists will be required to obtain medical insurance before entering Thailand.

The planned scheme is in response to growing concern that too many foreign visitors end up in hospital but do not pay their bills.

Private hospitals here typically refuse treatment to uninsured foreigners unless they pay cash in advance.

Public hospitals, however, sometimes have a more ambivalent attitude; unpaid bills in those institutions reportedly cost Thailand more than 200 million baht annually.

The first group of tourists affected by the new scheme will be those applying for visas at Thai embassies

or consulates worldwide. They will have to pay an extra 500 baht or thereabouts for what is described as “medical insurance”. Officials did not explain how such a paltry sum would actually cover hospitalized visitors hurt in traffic accidents or suffering heart attacks–the main causes of huge, unexpected medical bills.

“Nobody is going to cover a serious claim for 500 baht, not to mention elderly tourists or those with pre-existing conditions,” it was pointed out by a leading Pattaya insurance broker. “The main result of the move might be to substantially reduce the number of tourists visiting Thailand.” He added that most package visitors already have group cover, although elderly or sick members are often excluded from some of the benefits.

Minister Somsak said no decision

has been made in relation to those short-term visitors who do not need a prior visa, those obtaining a twoweek visa on arrival, and expats holding one-year visas, especially retirees. Anecdotal evidence suggests that it is the large retiree group that is most likely to default on steep medical bills.

One alternative being considered for long-term expats is the reintroduction of a rule mandating that a local doctor must certify the good health of the applicant. This rule was abolished more than 10 years ago because some doctors sold such certificates without providing even a cursory examination. Yet another alternative might be a higher overseas income or a bigger bank balance than the 800,000 baht or equivalent currently required.

Thailand earned 984 billion baht from foreign tourists in 2012 and the figure is expected to rise to 2.2 trillion baht in 2015; in comparison, 200 million baht in unpaid hospital bills seems trifle. Some travel agents and tour operators say that, in view of the differing financial position of millions of visitors, no blanket or imposed solution will be found.

They believe that each traveller should be made aware of the potentially disastrous results of being abroad uninsured or without megaresources waiting to be tapped.

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News The eyes have it

International Conference on NAPA Biomodulation of Health-Beauty with Nutrition and Exercise was the theme of 4th International Conference on Nutrition and Physical Activity (NAPA) in Aging, Obesity and Cancer. Pattaya Mayor Itthiphol Kunplome (centre) presided over the conference at the Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya. Seen here (from left) are Dr. Porntipa Picha, National Cancer Institute; Dr. Pintip Pongpech, dean, Faculty of Pharmaceutical Sciences, Chulalongkorn University; Itthiphol; Dr. Malyn Chulasiri, president, Thai Environmental Mutagen Society, and Wuthisak Pichayagan, the resort’s executive assistant manager for food and beverage.

Pattaya City Hall is promoting cataract surgery for needy locals. A fund has been established to pay for surgery for local old age pensioners who can no longer see well because of the growth on their retina.

Cheaper LPG gas on offer

Sattaphip’s naval base energy planning office has established a fund to allow low-income families to buy LPG fuel at a cheaper rate for the remainder of the year.

Make a date to support your caddy After 700 Thai caddies have attempted to qualify at six regional rounds, the top 140 will compete in the grand final of the fourth Amazing Thailand-Singha Caddy Championship hosted

by Siam Country Club Plantation Course in Pattaya on September 16.

This year the tournament turns international, with top caddies representing China, Malaysia and South Korea competing against top Thai caddies.

This event tees off with a photo call at 11:30 a.m.,

followed by a shotgun start at noon on 18 of the club’s challenging 27 holes.

Apart from being exceptionally competitive, the players will not only compete to win the tournament and travel overseas to battle in the South Korean Caddy Championship, but there will be numerous prizes on offer too. Nearest-to-the-pin and longest drive will be rewarded with a new scooter!

Media interest is huge with even Golfing World TV covering the final to be seen by more than 300 million

viewers worldwide. More than 1,200 spectators turned up last year, and the public is invited to support their

favorite caddies at this year’s event. Admission is free.

For more information go to www.caddychampionship.com

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News Lions Club Golf tournament The Lions Club again sponsored the 22nd charity golfing tournament at the Siam Golf Country Club (old course). Pattaya Mayor Itthiphol Kunplome was on hand for the event that featured prizes for the shot nearest the flag.

Many amateur golfers and businessmen turned out for the charity event, but nobody won the Toyota Vios available for a hole-in-one.

Charity dinner dance at Hard Rock The Rayong-Pattaya Ladies Circle (RLC) and Women with a Mission (WWM) plan a charity event for Nov. 2 at the Hard Rock Hotel Pattaya Beach Hall of Fame. The party while is seen raising funds for a worthy cause. RLC enables ladies on the Eastern Seaboard to meet socially and establish social, cultural and welfare

activities. Women with a Mission is a private voluntary organization in Pattaya that provides food and shelter for displaced tsunami victims, and teaches local residents how to grow their own food and farm their own fish!

For the Hard Rock party, the women’s groups are bringing back glamour and glitz. The exciting

MICE market booms in Pattaya Business executives and public officials considered the potential of MICE (Meetings Incentives Conferences Exhibitions) during a conference at Royal Cliff Hotel.

Hosted by the Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau, the confab took not of the growing segment in Pattaya. In the last few months Pattaya has experienced a strong growth in the numbers of corporate events such as environmental conferences, company staff training and Indian weddings.

ASEAN cultural center in Pattaya The foundation stone has been laid for a new ASEAN culture and sports centre now under construction in Pattaya.

Covering 62-rai, the yet-tobe-named attraction is being built at a cost of 80 million baht at Rattanakosin Sok, just south of the Floating Market. The opening is planned for January 2014.

Too many foreign tramps According to the Issarachon Foundation, there are now 200 or so foreigners roaming the streets and beaches in Thailand, unable to pay for their daily living costs or their airfare home.

The main reason, according to the charity, is the increasing number of aliens who have registered property in the name of their Thai wife and then been ejected to fend for themselves.

Natee Saravari, secretarygeneral of the Foundation, said that it was not

evening will begin with a champagne reception, a debut designer fashion show, best-dressed awards, dance music, photo shoots and an A-List international dinner with free flow beer and wine.

Tickets are 2200 baht. Call Michelle at 082-179-1037, Kylie at 087-482-3520, or Hard Rock Box Office at 038-428-755.

uncommon to see Europeans sorting through the trash at fast food restaurants looking for something to eat or begging on beachfront areas.

He added that whilst most Thai homeless people have some form of mental illness, most destitute farang are alcoholics.

There are thought to be about 50 homeless foreign men in Pattaya, living mostly in beach areas and eating at one or two charitable institutions which don’t turn them away. Embassy sources

Iranian bullies detained

Police on Walking Street arrested a group of six Iranians accused of attacking a fellow national. The victim reported a sore head and damaged mouth. No particular reason for the assault was established. The culprits agreed to pay for emergency medical costs of 3,000 baht, but then admitted that they did not have enough money. Eventually, one gang member produce enough to cover the bin and police allowed all six to go free.

say they mostly have expired visas or lost passports and can no longer receive cash handouts from diplomatic sources. Consular officers will contact relatives on request for financial assistance.

If that fails, the general advice is to give themselves up for overstay. They will remain in prison pending often lengthy arrangements by their respective embassy to fly them home. Once returned, they will normally be deprived of their passport pending repayment of the airfare.

Brit falls from nightclub window

Pattaya hosts world badminton competition The 14th World Airlines Badminton Championship was held in the Pattaya with Thai Airways hosting the event supported by 10 Asian airlines. The competition brought many athletes into the resort and underscored the resort’s reputation as a sporting mecca.

Warning about Thai tourism The Thai Chamber of Commerce has warned that Thailand is in danger of losing out to Malaysia and Singapore in the battle to attract tourists. Aat Pisanwanich, a director, said that other ASEAN countries had improved their tourist and hospitality profiles while Thailand appeared to be standing still. “Foreign visitors are less satisfied than they once were with

the Siamese Smile,” he said whilst adding that some front-line staff tended to look displeased. He suggested that the service industry in Thailand should concentrate on improving staff attitudes or risk losing many visitors in the future.

Other suggestions were to improve the language skills of staff, not only in English but in Japanese and Chinese as well. If these

improvements were made, the Chamber concluded, Thailand could well draw up to 34 million tourists a year by the end of this decade with their revenue of 1.65 trillion baht contributing over 11 percent of the country’s gross domestic product. Currently Malaysia attracts slightly more than the 22 million visitors to Thailand at 25 million with Singapore next at 14 million.

Decomposed corpse off Koh Samet Police are still investigating how a 25-year-old British tourist, Stephen Paul Truscott, came to end up on the concrete road after apparently falling from an upper-floor window of a nightclub in Walking Street. He had various broken bones, including a badly damaged hip, and was rushed to Memorial Hospital. It is assumed at present that Truscott fell accidentally after a heavy drinking bout.

Police and rescue volunteers roped in the corpse of a probable fisherman off of Koh Samet. The body had been in the water for at least a week, according to police, and therefore was difficult to identify. Tourists in the area were concerned that the body might be that of a missing tourist, but police said that an autopsy might shed some light on the problem.

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News Dusit Thani Pattaya organizes a makeup session for top corporate accounts

Wacharee Pornchaiwisuthikul (third from left, second row), Dusit Thani Pattaya’s director of sales and marketing, led the hotel team in rewarding executives of top corporate accounts with a makeup session, Chinese lunch, coffee break, Devarana Spa massage, fruit smoothies and giveaways from Jim Thompson. Bobbi Brown’s Pichapat Kutpan discussed new cosmetic trends for both office and party wear during a one-hour demonstration.

Walking Street cleaned up The Walking Street community aided by the White volunteer group held a mammoth cleanup operation in which tons of rubbish and debris were removed, leaving the street looking its brightest in a long time. The aim was to create a good image for Pattaya tourism and to encourage everyone to keep the area neat and tidy. As a reward, the president of the Walking Street business owners donated a red fire extinguisher.

New attack on nominee loopholes The office of the Ombudsman is seeking new legislation to prevent foreigners illegally owning land via Thai nominees. Under the proposed legislation, foreigners would face long terms of imprisonment or fines up to two million baht for trying to hide their purchase of land. Those found holding Thai papers illegally might be allowed up to a year to transfer the plots to legitimate entities.

The current loopholes are said to be mainly setting up registered companies with a 51:49 Thai-foreign ownership

or by marrying a Thai. There is a suspicion that many plots of land are illegally owned by Thais in mainland Thailand and on the islands of Phuket and Koh Samui. At the moment land ownership deals are not public information, leading to suspicious transactions by Thais and foreigners alike.

Critics say that there is no reason for new laws. What’s needed is strict enforcement of existing legislation including the anti-money laundering rules and the notoriously lax tax laws on property transactions.

Lions donate to charity

At a birthday party for Lions Club president SomsakSunee Naksin, the birthday boy gave—rather than received— gifts. Among his contributions were rice and scholarships to impoverished students, wheelchairs to Sri Racha hospitals, and a quantity of aluminum to Banglamung Hospital for use in making artificial legs.

Land Rover Hosts Global Media Drive

Land Rover, a leading manufacturer of luxury all-terrain vehicles, hosted The All-New Range Rover Sport – Global Media Drive, for media representatives from more than 10 countries.

Guests were allowed to experience Land Rover’s state-of-theart technology and test drive the latest model from the line of

Range Rover Sport’s pedigree – The All-New Range Rover Sport.

Activities celebrated the vehicle’s on and off-road performance and iconic British locations, which reflected the heritage of the brand.

The Range Rover Sport has already made its debut in Europe and the United States, and will soon enter the Thai market.

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News Sports day for Pattaya schools

On your own At last Thai authorities are picking up on the fact that the hundreds of destitute farang in Thailand are reduced to begging in order to survive. The new factor is the dawning realization that it’s not simply a matter of these indigent foreigners appearing at their Bangkok embassies with begging bowls and being told, politely or not, to clear off. These days, all embassies only offer to telephone friends and relatives around the globe for cash. Those who have no one are left to their own devices.

Intensive non-care Thailand’s public hospitals are also making a fuss, and understandably so, about farang unable to pay their hospital bills. The total cost could run as high as 200 million baht annually. The biggest problem is young men driving monster Thai motorbikes in the middle of the night and old men suffering strokes and heart attacks at any time of the day. Unless you have mega-insurance cover or vast cash reserves, avoid accidents and stay healthy.

Hello inflation A check on the markets suggests that the price of food and luxury goods is certainly on the rise. Price tags on many wines have recently jumped by around 10 percent, and even popular fresh fruits are more expensive. We shall doubtless be told that the baht is now falling, thus pushing up the price of imported food, including cheese. OK, but nobody noticed falling prices when the baht surged a few months ago.

More statistics In an attempt to show that street crime isn’t as bad as commonly supposed, “official” statistics at police stations now show that fewer tourists are complaining about scams, rip-offs and bag snatching. The question is whether the figures are a reflection of social reality. For example, it’s possible that victims of crime don’t always bother to report them as the word is out that a short written report is all you can expect. If such crimes are on the decline in Pattaya, then nobody has yet bothered to tell the online media.

Lack of Chinese restaurants Although Chinese visitors to the Land of Smiles outnumber Indians visitor by about five to one, the reality in Pattaya is that there are around 40 Indian restaurants and hardly any Chinese eateries. The exceptions are very up-market Chinese restaurants or those specializing in take-away food much beloved by the British. There is surely a gap in the market here waiting to be filled by some enterprising man or woman who can offer good value meals just like you can get in Beijing. Or have we missed something?

Driving licence myths Don’t believe anyone who tells you that you can obtain a Thai driving licence without visiting the motor vehicle centre in person. You can’t. Apart from anything else, you must have your embossed photo taken whilst you are there to implant on your new licence. In the old days there were ways of circumventing the bureaucracy through middle-men. Not so today. We recently heard of a farang who paid an agent 25,000 baht to obtain a new licence. He was given one all right–a stolen license belonging to another man.

Living wills A reader asks: What is the point? A living will has nothing to do with what happens to your corpse or your belongings. It’s simply a personal statement that you don’t want to be kept artificially alive in an intensive care unit when your number is decidedly up. Of course you won’t be in an intensive care unit unless you are luxuriously insured or have accessible mega-cash. A Pattaya lawyer can arrange a living will for you or you can find the documentation on the internet by typing in the key words. Don’t forget to tell your relatives or friends where you are keeping the said document.

Mayor Itthiphol Kunplome opened the 2013 Sports Day for public sector schools which, this year, included many track and field events.

TAT aims to operate hotel-reservation bookings The Tourism and Sports Ministry wants to set up a hotel-reservation website run by theTourism Association of Thailand (TAT). But there will first need to be discussions with the Thai Hotels Association, which has similar plans, and the Technology Ministry which could have a support role in providing software.

The proposed portal will charge hotels a commission of five percent, of which about three percent will be given to TAT whilst the remainder will contribute to a development fund in the Tourist Ministry. The move is seen as an attempt to challenge on-line booking agencies such as Agoda,

which charge hotels up to 40 percent in the low season.

It is claimed that on-line operators control the market at present, even though they have not made any investments to build hotels in Thailand and are taking the money out of the country through online credit-card bookings.

Eastern Region painting competition in final round ONYX Hospitality Group, led by Lisa Tomas, director of CSR, and DG Arts & Crafts Co., Ltd., led by Linda Anchuleeporn, assistant managing director organized the Fourth Annual Arts for the Planet Competition – Eastern Region at Amari Orchid Pattaya. More than 62 contestants entered. They were from Burapha University, Kasetsart University Sriracha Campus, Chonburi Vocational College, Silpakorn University, and Maryvit School. Twenty paintings were selected and added to another 40 paintings from the Southern and Central regions for the final round.

Winners will be announced Sept. 3,

by Richard Margo, resident manager of Amari Orchid Pattaya.

Foreigner dies on golf course

Man shot dead on motorbike

Mr. Blair indeed Most Brits in Pattaya seem to think that inviting Tony Blair to speak at a Thai assembly for reconciliation is rather optimistic. Having led Britain into at least one disastrous Middle East conflict after parroting the American line that there were weapons of mass destruction in Iraq, he then resigned to make a massive fortune in speaking fees touring the globe. It’s said that he expects up to 500,000 pounds for a public lecture, but he is happily coming to Thailand on a strictly expensesonly basis.

Early Christmas We saw the first Christmas crib being displayed in a Pattaya Klang shopping centre the other day. It was being offered for sale for 3,000 baht as a desirable second-hand treasure which would delight any home in the month of September.

There is just one problem. The tiny figures on display represent Ali Baba and the forty thieves rather than the holy infant and the three wise men. Better think it out again – there’s certainly lots of time before it becomes urgent.

The editor and management of Pattaya Today don’t necessarily share the views expressed in this column

John Antony Olcorn, 63, collapsed and died at Plutaluang Navy Golf Course after trying to use his putter and failing in the endeavor. Caddy Yoltika Kalek said that a group of four Austrians came to play at the course but it was obvious from the start that Olcorn was ill. Police said later that the deceased had suffered from heart disease for many years and that the hot sun and fatigue on the day in question may well have played a part.

Police are puzzling over the death of Niran Charnkit, 36, who was shot in the back as he drove his motorbike in South Pattaya. He was rushed to Pattaya Memorial Hospital where he died. Several bullet cartridges were found in the vicinity of the shooting. The police reportedly found methamphetamines on the victim’s body. Investigators theorize that Niran may have had enemies in the drugs business or was trying to cheat a big boss. Police were checking the dead man’s record to see what involvement, if any, he had in trading illegal substances or in the loan shark business.

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Horseshoe Point President’s Cup 2013

eve n t s cal en d ar MANTRA LATINO CONCERT BY SIAM CUBANO BAND Date: September 14, 2013, Saturday Venue: Mantra Restaurant & Bar

This year’s President’s Cup was the first qualifying round of show jumping for Thailand Championships. Now in its 12th year, Horseshoe Point broke the old record with more than 400 entries and 130 visiting horses from around the country.

The Dressage and Show Jumping Competitions were judged by Alison King, a four-time FEI dressage judge, and N. Y. Ho, a three-time FEI show jumping judge.

Horseshoe Point’s final equestrian event this year is the FEI World Dressage Challenge on Nov. 8 to 10.

Activities: Join for a memorable evening of Latin rhythms with Mantra Latino Concert performed by Siam Cubano 8-piece band. Merengue, bossa nova, samba, salsa and cha-cha will be performed with famous tunes from Gloria Estefan, Poncho Sanchez, Tito Nieves, Oscar D’León and Marc Anthony.

A la carte dinner with a supplement cover charge of THB 650++ per person. Dress to impress in vibrant Latino colours and bring your dancing shoes. Performance starts at 19:45 hrs.

For more information: Mantra Restaurant & Bar Tel: 038 429 591 Email: email@mantra-pattaya.com

THAILAND’S PREMIERE DJs AT HORIZON Date: September 14 & 28, 2013, Saturday Venue: Horizon restaurant and bar, Hilton Pattaya Activities: Hilton Pattaya presents its DJ events for September 2013 at Horizon restaurant and bar. It has enlisted an eclectic DJ line-up, who will play various famous tunes from a mix genre of soul and house upbeat to the hottest music trends, featuring DJ Deejai and DJ Zomzii. Guests can indulge in style with a twist or simply relax in the Infinity Bar and enjoy the gentle sea breeze and romance sunset in a comfortable and relaxed entertainment venue.

For more information: Hilton Pattaya Tel: 038 253 000 Email: bkkhp.pattaya.horizon@hilton.com

THE BEATLES 50TH ANNIVERSARY CHARITY CONCERT Date: September 29, 2013, Sunday Venue: BarSu, Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit

President’s Cup 2013 Winners Class 1: Warm-up Show Jumping Optimum Time 1st place: Greta Teigen and Drummer

Class 11: Show Jumping Open 1st place: Akkara Onglapamnuay

Class 2: Warm-up Show Jumping Speed Class 1st place: Wanchana Chaemchoikhonburi and Dao Reuk

Class 12: Dressage Medium HC: Pakinee Pantapa and Tayutin

Class 3: Warm-up Show Jumping Speed Class 1st place: Varanyabhorn Karunayadhaj and Ciaco Hit

Class 13: Dressage Elementary 1st place: Supasin Kongpun and Roma Vera

Class 4: Dressage Prix Saint Georges 1st place: Pakinee Pantapa and Tayutin

Class 14: Dressage Preliminary (Pony) 1st place: Supasin Kongpun and Kody Class 14: Dressage Preliminary (Horse) 1st place: Supasin Kongpun and Dai Quiri

Class 5: Dressage Intro (Beginner Rider not over 14 years old) 1st place: Saserach Tomongkol and Wina Class 6: Dressage Novice (Pony) 1st place: Irene Kotler and Anton Class 6: Dressage Novice (Horse) 1st place: Woraphat Sittiju and Corsario Class 7: Pony Challenge Accumulator (Pony) 1st place: Narinthip Cheamdara and Oreo Class 7: Show Jumping Accumulator (Open) 1st place: Sathita Thienprasiddhi and Yutthachai Class 8: Show Jumping Accumulator (Open) 1st place: Natthakorn Cheamdara and Junior Class 9: 1st Sub-Junior Qualifier for THA Championship 2013-14 1st place: Nuengtawan Sukcharoen and Daisy Class 9: Show Jumping Open 1st place: Nuengtawan Sukcharoen and Daisy Class 10: Show Jumping Accumulator (Open) 1st place: Sunsinee Thaicharoen and Cindy Class 11: 1st Young Rider Qualifier for THA Championship 2013-14 1st place: Siengsaw Lertratanachai and Elmo BB

Class 15: Show Jumping Power and Speed Open 1st class: Nuengtawan Sukcharoen and Daisy Class 15: Pony Challenge Power and Speed 1st place: Nuengtawan Sukcharoen and Daisy

Activities: Help build a brighter future for children around the world. Join BarSu’s The Beatles 50th Anniversary Charity Concert for UNICEF and raise funds for UNICEF. As part of Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit’s initiative for UNICEF Fund Raising Events 2013, the concert will feature music from The Beatles tribute band, The Betters, who are generously donating their time and talents for the benefit of the UNICEF appeal. The concert will be held from 17:00 to 20:30 hrs.

Concert tickets are just 1,500 baht net including two standard drinks and delicious finger food. The food will be served from 19:00 hrs onwards.

For more information: Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit Tel: 02 649 8368 Email: dining.sgs@luxurycollection.com www.sheratongrandesukhumvit.com

RED CARPET PATTAYA CHARITY DINNER DANCE Rayong-Pattaya Ladies Circle

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Women With a Mission

Charity Dinner Dance

Class 16: Show Jumping Power and Speed 1st place: Natthakorn Cheamdara and Junior Class 17: Show Jumping Power and Speed 1st place: Pornsri Prachuabmoh and Adriano Class 18: 1st Junior Qualifier for THA Championship 2013-14 1st place: Wanvisut Youngamol and Phanomtien Class 18: Show Jumping Open 1st place: Natchanan Jiensirikul and Estra 18 Class 19: 1st Senior Qualifier for THA Championship 2013-14 1st place: Varanyabhorn Karunayadhaj and Ciaco Hit Class 19: Show Jumping Open 1st place: Varanyabhorn Karunayadhaj and Ciaco Hit

Date: November 2, 2013, Saturday Venue: Hard Rock Pattaya Beach Hall of Fame Activities: Rayong-Pattaya Ladies Circle together with Women With a Mission present Red Carpet Pattaya Charity Dinner Dance featuring dance music, art exhibit, fashion show, dance show, award ceremony, photo shoot and much more. Red carpet rolls out at 7:00 pm, carriages at midnight. Buy your tickets at 2,200 baht. The charity event supports access to education for all children.

For more information: RLC – Michelle: 082 179 1037 WWM – Kylie: 087 482 3520 | kagrimmer@gmail.com Hard Rock Hotel Pattaya Box Office: 038 428 755

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Scarlett on the Beach at Pullman Pattaya Hotel G

By Mick and Di, The Food Lovers

Pattaya’s foodie glitterati gathered at the Beach Club at Pullman Pattaya Hotel G recently to enjoy the creations of executive chef Sylvain Royer. Having worked in numerous Michelin starred restaurants in his native France, he is now the guiding light behind the gourmet Scarlett Wine Bar & Restaurant at Pullman Bangkok Hotel G. For this one-night-only gastronomic event we were treated to a tasting menu of chef’s conceptual cuisine.

Ever pushing the culinary envelope he presented us with a pageant of dishes from his personal portfolio of classic and innovative recipes. The evening commenced with a serving of black Kurobuta pork and foie gras ballotine encased in aspic and wrapped in puff pastry.

This proved to be an outstanding dish accompanied by a trio of cornichon and silver skinned onions the flavours soared and benefited well from the pairing of a Sanama Sauvignon Blanc from Chile.

The next course was another sensation, a poached egg in a porcini cream sauce. Poached eggs have never tasted like this before; these had been slow poached in their shell, Japanese style, for about 45 minutes and then smothered in a concentrated dried porcini sauce. Such an elegant course with its creamy condensed flavours.

We loved it. Next to hit the table was a pike fish quenelle served in a Chardonnay sauce. Quenelles are traditionally small, oval-shaped dumplings of poached fish or meat and on this occasion chef Sylvain had used the king of all river fish, the white, mild-tasting pike to give this a delectable subtle flavour. The next tasting for the starters put another exciting twist on the classic French delicacy– snails. The most highly prized snails in France hail from the Burgundy region and these were the escargot that found their way into this dish. Unusually these were served in a small potato which had been baked in its jacket. Inside the garlicky buttery emulsion soaked delightfully into the soft potato where nestled inside were the juicy Burgundian beauties. An all singing, all dancing conclusion to our farrago of gourmet appetisers.

As if we hadn’t already been served a stunning meal–the main courses were yet to come. Served with a Chilean Paso del Sol Merlot these included braised beef cheeks which had been cooked to perfection for 12 hours in a robust Bordeaux winemaking for a deeply rich affair.

Saint Jacques d’Hokkaido grilled scallop accompanied by truffle mashed potatoes followed and lastly snow fish a la plancha together with fresh green peas and lardon.

To conclude? It could only be cheese and warm Camembert with truffles melting itself into a molten lusciousness was accompanied by a top-notch selection of AOC cheeses.

Chateau de la Negly Coteaux du Languedoc was the last red to be poured and it proved our favourite of the evening. Paired with the dessert of mille-feuille Grands Augustins with vanilla pastry cream we were served a delightfully light Paso del Sol Cabernet Shiraz Rose which delightfully brought down the curtain on this gastro of gastronomical events.

The Beach Club, Pullman Pattaya Hotel G is on Soi 16, Naklua, Wong Amat Beach.

Tel: 038 411 940, www.pullmanhotels.com/ pattaya-hotel

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Level 34, Hilton Pattaya

Pattaya Food & Hoteliers Expo '13 Royal Garden Spa wins Swedish massage award

Phatkanlaya Ruengkoolsiritana (middle), therapist at Royal Garden Spa at Pattaya Marriott Resort & Spa, took winner’s place in the Swedish massage category at the Pattaya Food & Hoteliers Expo 2013.

Holiday Inn wins four awards

Woodlands Pattaya scores big at local expo

The culinary and spa team from Woodlands Hotel & Resort Pattaya achieved three gold, five silver and nine bronze medals at Pattaya Food & Hoteliers Expo 2013. The annual competition at PEACH presented the Woodlands team with the following awards among others: 1. Overall Champion Trophy PFHE Junior Chef Culinary Team Challenge 2. Second runner-up prize Pattaya Culinary Art 3. Freestyle Fruit & Vegetable Carving Showpiece (display) - Gold 4. Wedding Cake Decoration - Gold 5. Petits Four / Pralines - Gold A-One Hotel wins design award

The Pattaya Food & Hoteliers Expo ’13 presented Holiday Inn Pattaya with four awards —three silver and one bronze. The hospitality art competition and showcase at Pattaya Exhibition And Convention Hall (PEACH) recognized the Holiday Inn staff in competitions including Modern AEC Meal Challenge and Thai Western Fusion, plus the Professional Enjoyable Bed Making. “The four prestigious awards are a big achievement for our team,” said Garth Solly, hotel general manager. “We put our heart into the competition, with the same spirit that had been delivered to our guests every day at Holiday Inn Pattaya”.

Hotel Promotions

Pattaya Food & Hoteliers Expo 2013 presented the Ms. Hotel Congeniality with The Best Thai Clothes & Floral Design Award to A-One Royal Cruise Hotel Pattaya. The design was created by Chotmanee Bualakaew (center).

Fam trip to Maldives

Thinking of a short vacation?

Escape to a tropical oasis in the heart of Pattaya, only steps away from the beachfront and a buzz of activity.

Make the most of the resort’s wonderfully diverse leisure attractions that invite guests to experience fitness, pampering, family fun and eclectic dining. Everyone can experience their perfect oasis and city lifestyle. At Pattaya Marriott Resort & Spa, this tempting special rate for a Deluxe Premier Garden View room at THB 3,000++ (room only). Coming with endless possibilities, ensuring that guests can spend their time in any way they choose. Valid from until 30 September 2013. Terms and conditions apply.

For more information and reservations please contact 038 412 120 E-mail: pattayamarriott@minornet.com

Regent Phuket Cape Panwa offers a luxurious holiday in Phuket this September Regent Phuket Cape Panwa is offering three great value rates throughout September with a selection of inclusive benefits designed to create the perfect stay in paradise.

Choose from the luxurious Pool Villa for 11,050 baht net per night, the exclusive Regent Suite at 6,900 baht net per night, or the beautiful Pavilion at just 5,200 baht net per night. There is no minimum number of nights’ stay required, making this one of the most attractive promotions available on a luxurious holiday accommodation in Phuket.

Included in the special room rates are a private balcony with ocean view, daily breakfast for two persons at The Restaurant, complimentary usage of iPad, complimentary Wi-Fi and broadband, access to infinity edge pool, use of the fitness center and tennis court, access to the Children’s Club, complimentary selected non-alcoholic mini-bar, complimentary four pieces of laundry or pressing daily and a scheduled shuttle service to Central Festival Phuket Town (subject to availability).

Pool Villa guests can take advantage of a number of extra benefits, including 24-hour resort butler service, complimentary selected alcoholic mini-bar items and eight pieces of laundry or pressing daily. Other terms and conditions apply.

Reservations can be placed directly with Resort Reservations,Tel +66 7620 0800, +66 7631 8888, Fax +66 7620 0803, Email: reservations.phuket@regenthotels.com or visit www.regenthotels.com/EN/Phuket/Offer-Message/View-all-offers

For hotel promotions please email press release at lifeandleisure@pattayatoday.net

Bangkok Airways fam trip for local agents visiting the Maldives seen here with Jamie Crisp (front row, fourth from right), director of sales, Centara Ras Fushi Resort & Spa Maldives.

Superstars at Centara Grand West Sands

Kratae holidays at Centara Grand in Krabi

Staying at Centara Grand West Sands Resort & Villas Phuket are (left to right) superstars Kamala “Ning” Kampoo Na Ayutthaya, Natamon Bianca Polak and Michael Polak, seen here with Dechanont Wangthon, hotel executive assistant manager.

Chalermrat Khumsawad (right), resident manager and Mark Francis (left), front office manager of Centara Grand Beach Resort & Villas Krabi seen here with guest Supaksorn Chaimongkol, better known to her fans as Kratae. The model, actress and race car driver stayed at the resort on her holiday.

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Father Ray will be remembered always

by Derek Franklin

Most of the more than 500 people at the tenth anniversary Memorial Mass for Father Ray Brennan had never met the man. The majority of those who sat through the catholic service were Buddhists, but this did not stop them from attending to pay their respects to the man whose devotion to the underprivileged in Thai society will never be forgotten.

Two people who knew Father Ray well had flown in from Texas: his younger sister Sharron Purtell and his niece Amy. They came to attend the service, to remember Father Ray and to witness for themselves that the work he started is continuing; they were not disappointed.

The two women visited the babies at the Pattaya Orphanage and played with the deaf toddlers. At the Father Ray Children’s Home they were entertained with a traditional Thai dance and an exhibition of Muay Thai, while the students with disabilities showed off their English skills. The youngsters at the Pattaya School for the Blind sang for them, and the toddlers at the Father Ray Day Care Center all demanded hugs. For Amy, who was making her first trip to Thailand, it was an experience she will never forget.

On the morning of August 16, the anniversary of Father Ray’s death, more than 200 students, teachers, foreign volunteers and local residents gathered at the Redemptorist Vocational School for People with Disabilities to provide alms to monks from a local Buddhist temple and to make merit for Father Ray. At St. Nikolaus Church 12 hours later, the anniversary Memorial Mass took place. The service was led by Father Michael Weera, from the Pattaya Orphanage, Father Michael Picharn, from the Father Ray Foundation, and Father Viyakorn, vicar general of the Redemptorists of Thailand, the catholic order Father Ray belonged to. The choir from the Pattaya Orphanage, led by Sister Supatra, sang throughout the service.

Once the hymns had all been sung, the priests led a procession to Father Ray’s final resting place. As each person, young and old, stood in front of the grave, they laid down a single red rose. While Thais placed their hands together and performed a wai, others bowed their heads in respect to Father Ray, the man whose work changed the lives of thousands and whose legacy continues here in Pattaya.

SUNDAY - THURSDAY 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM More information, please call 038 933 888

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Be The Chef

BBQ SEAFOOD BUFFET

A variety of fresh seafood, international cuisine, and desserts

THB 899 NETT

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From novices to professional chefs, the class is hands-on. You will prepare your own three items from the Japanese Cooking Class Menu: California roll, Tekka Maki, Big Oak Roll, Ebi Tempura, Clam Miso Soup, Philadelphia Roll, Futo Maki, Ikura Sushi, Shake Nigiri Sushi, and California Temaki.

All participants will graduate with a Benihana Certificate and will receive a cookbook, Benihana cap, sushi mat, and souvenir Benihana apron.

Be The Chef Japanese Cooking Class is at Benihana Pattaya daily from 2 to 5 p.m. for 1,499 baht per person. Booking must be made one day in advance with minimum of two participants. Please mention that you are calling for the Japanese Cooking Class when you book your training date.

For more information and reservations contact Pattaya Marriott Resort & Spa at 038 412 120 ext.1395.

JAPANESE COOKING CLASS

Hotel Promotions “2 Nights’ Stay” package in the Lost World with Centara Grand Mirage Pattaya Two nights or more are available in the Lost World-themed hotel Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya from now until 31 October 2013.

Under the “2 Nights’ Stay” package, the rates begin from 3,485 baht per night plus service charge and tax for a Deluxe Ocean Facing room, with breakfast for two persons included. Other room types are available under the package, including family rooms, with rates according to the room category. More information and a booking form can be found at: http://www.centarahotelsresorts.com/ centaragrand/cmbr/promotion.asp Designed to an exciting Lost World theme and set around a huge water park that leads directly onto the beach, Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya is a five-star resort whose spacious rooms and suites all face the ocean.

For hotel promotions please email press release at lifeandleisure@pattayatoday.net

The water park includes free-form swimming pools, a meandering lazy river, waterfalls and water slides. With 230 metres of its own white sandy beach the resort offers a choice of water sport activities.

There is a fully equipped fitness centre, tennis courts, and recreational activities that include volleyball, table tennis, snooker and rock-climbing.

Set in its own oceanfront village, Spa Cenvaree offers traditional aromatherapy, therapeutic massages and modern rejuvenation practices.

For more information and reservations, please contact tel. +66 38 301 234 or e-mail to cmbr@chr.co.th, Facebook: www.facebook.com/ centarahotelsresorts, Twitter: www.twitter.com/ MyCentara

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Ko Lanta Just off Thailand’s southwestern coastal town of Krabi, on the east side of Phang Nga Bay, is a unique, unspotted tropical island: Ko Lanta. With clear warm waters and superb white sand beaches stretching along a 27-kilometer coastline, this paradise remains unmarred by mass tourism.

Ko Lanta also boasts a beautiful mountain range covered with rainforest. The west coast of the island is the main tourist area, offering accommodation for all budgets, plenty of things to see and do, and a growing number of bars and restaurants. Pictureperfect sunsets can be seen from any of the many beaches, while the colorful local long-tail boats sail by peacefully. The east coast is far less developed, affording the curious explorer a genuine slice of island life.

Facing the mainland, the coastline largely consists of mangroves, with more beaches towards the southern end. Here you will find the ancient Sea Gypsy Village, home to the indigenous settlers living in harmony with the sea.

Do The best beaches are on the west of the island, running north to south, and offer a quiet and idyllic escape.

Boasting a spectacular 3-kilometer stretch of white sand clear, shallow water, Klong Dao was the first to be developed in Ko Lanta. With its stunning sunsets and impressive landscape, it’s easy to see why.

Excellent, safe swimming makes this the island’s most popular beach, yet it is generally free of crowds.

Klong Jark beach gets its name from the nearby waterfall, which is just a 3-kilometer walk away and is usually peaceful.

Ko Lanta is also a terrific location for diving enthusiasts, with many excellent dive sites within a short

boat trip. World-renowned sites include the famous Hin Daeng (Red Rock), Hin Muang (Purple Rock), Ko Ha, where cave diving is popular, Ko Bida Nok/Ko Bida Nai, Hin Bida and the Anemone Reef. There are many dive shops on the island, catering to divers of all levels. Check out Dive and Relax (diveandrelax.com) for more information.

Besides being a terrific location for scuba diving, Ko Lanta is a popular venue for snorkeling. Day trips can be easily arranged to Ko Rok, Ko Ngai, Ko Mook, Ko Cheuk, Ko Waen and Ko Phi Phi. The attractions of Ko Lanta aren’t just under the sea, however.

A beautiful unspoiled tropical rainforest, home to many species of plants and animals, offers numerous trekking opportunities. The Mai Kaew and Tiger caves are also well worth visiting, offering a series of caverns with stunning stalagmites and stalactites and large water ponds ideal for a cooling dip. The Klong Jark waterfall, which is becoming an increasingly popular visitor site.

Shop Shopping spots on Ko Lanta are fairly simple and basic in the main.

The best place to pick up a souvenir or two is in the island’s main village, Ban Saladan, at the northern end of the island. This is probably the first place you will see on arrival, as it is the landing point for almost all ferryboats to the island. This small village is home to several restaurants as well as a few shops selling

souvenirs and essentials. There is also a regular afternoon market where you can practice your haggling skills!

Eat The blossoming popularity of Ko Lanta has ensured that eating options are becoming ever more plentiful. For those travelling on a budget, there are numerous local Thai restaurants offering good food and excellent value, as well as international dining options like pizzerias, bistros and specialty seafood restaurants around the main beach areas. If you’re looking for an extra special meal, The Seven Seas Wine Bar & Restaurant (www.pimalai. com), based at the luxury Pimalai Resort & Spa, offers unparalleled sea views and comprehensive a la carte fusion-style dinner menu, where top quality ingredients from all over the globe are marinated, cooked and served together on the same plate – generating a symphony of flavours in perfect harmony. A wideranging collection of international wines is also available as an ideal accompaniment to your meal.

Play In contrast to other parts of Krabi, the nightlife on Ko Lanta remains generally low key. However, there is growing number of entertainment spots emerging, whether you want to eat, drink, meet people at local bars, enjoy a spot of karaoke or even take in a Thai boxing match. There are also many popular bars along the beaches, which usually stay open as long as they’ve got customers. The Corner Bar in Saladan is a pleasant, laid-back venue on the southern end of Long Beach, which is ideal for a mid-shopping or evening drink. It is also one of the few places on Ko Lanta that offers sushi.

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Mick & Di The Food Lovers

thefoodloverspattayatoday@msn.com

Coco’s Bistro

A cosy neighbourhood haven Finding a niche in the snakes and ladders world of restaurants in Pattaya and Jomtien is not an easy task, but that is what two seasoned restaurateurs and well-known, longterm residents and local bons vivants are aspiring to do. Four months ago Richard Burk and Phil Graham became proprietors of Coco’s Bistro located at the Sukhumvit Road end of Soi Chaiyapruek 1. This stylish neighbourhood bistro has a mission to provide quality, affordable, allday dining, and in so doing create a popular social meeting place for visitors and the local community.

Stylish yet relaxed, the décor is dominated by their logo’s dramatic red and black hues. It also boasts a comfy lounge area for a business rendezvous or for meeting up with friends to enjoy a cup of Coco’s carefully-selected coffee, pastries or savoury snacks.

The welcoming ambiance was palpable as Mick and I took our seats at a window table to enjoy our first Coco’s Bistro experience. The menu is big, running the gamut of morning-till-night culinary dishes, starting with breakfast items, through midmorning snacks, lunch, and teatime treats, and culminating in the full evening bistro menu. Breakfasts are international from British through Nashville (including two Jimmy Dean style sausage patties) to their massive

Cowboy breakfast featuring a beef filet steak, eggs and sweet tangy BBQ beans. Currently there is a “Get Acquainted Promotion” serving five choices of breakfast sets from eggs to pancakes for only B.99. These buttermilk pancakes are unique to Coco’s; served in stacks, they can be sweet, oozing with butter and maple syrup, strawberry or blackberry sauce or savoury with eggs, streaky bacon or sausage patties. Also, for a limited period there is a lunchtime soup ‘n’ sandwich promotion from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. serving homemade soup and a sandwich accompanied by coleslaw and a drink for only B.199. The subs and sandwiches here come highly recommended. In fact the next table waxed lyrically (unsolicited!) about the Philly cheese steak sub (thinly sliced beef tenderloin sautéed with onions and topped with melted American cheese); they gave it their unconditional thumbs up.

Mick and I were now checking out this extraordinarily eclectic menu while enjoying a glass of the house Pinot grigio wine (B.125). The wine list is interesting, offering bottles from both the new and old wine worlds.

We later sampled the house Merlot-an excellent, quaffable vintage which pairs well with most dishes.

I chose to start the proceedings with a traditional French onion soup, while Mick elected to commence

with smoked salmon served with a cucumber and yoghurt dill dressing.

Onion soup has always been a big bistro classic and here at Coco’s it is a beefy, pungent affair. Topped with an overgenerous amount of toasted bread and molten Emmental cheese, I enjoyed every slurp while the impeccably sourced smoked salmon made great friends with the creamy dressing. Other starters include calamari (B.175), nachos topped with chilli con carne and cheddar cheese with sour cream, baked garlic prawns, fritto misto, prawn cocktail and spring rolls with plum sauce.

Meat aficionados will appreciate the grilled meats showcasing premium pen-fed hybrid beef with sirloin, weighing in at 250 grams, T-bone at 400 grams and their

specialty, tenderloin fillet at 200 grams. Prices range from B.395.

Traditional fare offers American meatloaf in tomato sauce or rich brown gravy, English pies with the steak and kidney being highly recommended, roast beef with gravy, honey baked ham with raisin sauce and really much, much more.

Special mention must be made for the braised New Zealand lamb shanks with a red wine sauce.

Lovingly braised for many hours, customers said that their knives were redundant–spoons would have sufficed.

Mick ordered the beef and pork stuffed cabbage rolls and my love of fish led me to the seafood section.

It was said that in the 17th century Atlantic cod was so abundant that you could walk across the ocean on their backs; sadly today this is not the case, so I thought I should order the Atlantic cod while I could. Both dishes were top notch, the meaty cabbage rolls were smothered in a sweetish/ sour tomato sauce and the pan-fried

cod was softly tender accompanied by creamy mashed potatoes.

Chef Surachai has 20 years of experience under his toque and it is patently obvious in all his dishes. His repertoire includes both western and Thai cuisine with dishes starting from B.90 to B.180. Richard is famous for his decadently scrumptious desserts so we couldn’t leave without tasting his chocolate fudge cake, moistly rich with a lush fudgy flavour, it was fabulous. Fruity crumbles, lemon meringue pie and their acclaimed carrot cake are all available at any time and offer the sweetest of temptations.

Coco’s is indeed a find. Mission accomplished gentlemen; Coco’s does indeed fill that void for allday affordable dining in stylish surroundings. Come here to enjoy traditional English, American and International bistro fare served in an ambiance of relaxed cordiality.

Upstairs room available for private functions for 50 to 60 people. Visa, MasterCard, JCB and Union Pay credit cards accepted.

Reader Alert: Mention to Richard or Phil that you read this article in Pattaya Today and receive a B.100 discount on a B.375 carafe of house wine.

Coco’s Bistro

50 meters west of Sukhumvit Road on Soi Chaiyapruek 1 Open daily from 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. (last orders 9:30 p.m.)

Tel: Phil Graham on 081 941 6769 or Richard Burk on 081 945 5396 Website: www.cocospattaya.com, facebook: www.facebook.com/ cocospattaya

What's Cooking?

Centara Pattaya names Praput executive sous-chef

Chef Morten Nielsen at 10th Anniversary of Monsoon Valley Wines!

Praput Pranich, formerly chef de cuisine at Oceans and Flames, has been promoted to executive souschef, it was reported by Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya.

A graduate of Kasetsart University, Dusit Thani College, and Vakschool, Ede-Wageningen, Netherlands, Praput has more than 10 years experience in kitchen and restaurant management in Thailand, the Netherlands and New Zealand.

He has been chef de cuisine at Centara Pattaya for four years.

Come celebrate the 10th anniversary of Monsoon Valley Wines with Chef Morten Nielsen of Sra Bua, who is the eighth chef to visit Hua Hin Hills Vineyard. His modern Thai cuisine has catapulted the restaurant into the Top 50 list in Asia by San Pellegrino. Sra Bua’s sister restaurant Kiin Kiin in Copenhagen is currently the only Thai restaurant with one Michelin star in the world.

September 6, 2013 – Exclusive wine dinner with Morten’s creations of Thai food with a twist @ THB 2,200 net/person, member THB 2,000 net/person.

September 7, 2013 – Experience Morten’s modern interpretation of Thai food with his lunch set @ THB 690 net/person.

Visit www.huahinhills.com for more details and further information.

Make your reservation under info@huahinhills.com and come celebrate the 10th anniversary of Monsoon Valley with us.

For more information, contact Hua Hin Hills Vineyard at 081 701 0222, 081 701 0444, 081 904 0555

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F&B Promotions Goong Goong Goong

Goong”! Prices start from 220++ baht. Prices are subject to 10% service charge and 7% government tax.

BarSu is located at 250 Sukhumvit Road on the ground floor of the Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit.

For reservations, please call 02 649 8358.

Flavours are Mushrooming

Benihana Buffet Lunch

at Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya

at Pattaya Marriott Resort & Spa

Throughout the month of September 2013 chef Alberto Bruni invites you to enjoy the unique flavours of Italy at Acqua Italian restaurant, Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya. It's the height of summer back in Italy and time to bring the flavours of the Mediterranean to the table. Choose from grilled tomino cheese on Portobello mushrooms with speck ham, mascarpone and sautéed mushroom bruschetta, spaghettini with Canadian lobster and chanterelle mushrooms. Prices start from THB 520++ (subject to 10% service charge and 7% VAT).

Acqua Italian restaurant is located in the main lobby of Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya and is open daily from 18.30-22.30 hrs.

It’s time for a spectacular start to your buffet lunch at Benihana, Pattaya. Imagine the sounds of chefs cooking, guests laughing and the sizzle of succulent food on the grill.

Enjoy the best of Japanese cooking while you catch the action of our chefs, they will keep you entertained until you walk out the door!

Talented chefs will cook live in front of you at Teppanyaki stations, as you enjoy the selection of fabulous food. The buffet features a great range of cuisine, such as soups, pasta, salads and much more!

Call now for reservations at 038 301 234 ext. 4266

The Best of the Americas every Tuesday night at The World & Ginger, Centara Grand at CentralWorld The World & Ginger restaurants are featuring the Best of the Americas every Tuesday night from now until 30 September 2013 at 18:0022:30 hrs. The price is 1,490 baht per person, excluding service and government tax, with an unlimited free flow of Chilean Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon.

The mouth-watering selection of hot and cold dishes come from North and South America including prime rib carvings, seafood on ice, beef cassava casserole, halibut Alyeska, beef empanadas, roasted pork shoulder, Caribbean shrimp, South American chicken stew, mango and avocado salad and much more.

For more information or reservation please contact dining reservation at 02-100-6255 or email at diningcgcw@chr.co.th

Romantic Dinner on the Beach at Pullman Pattaya Hotel G From now until 30 September, share the ultimate romantic evening with the one you love, with the sea as your backdrop while the sun dips sublimely over the horizon and the flames of tiki torches flicker around your sunset dinner under the stars.

Dinner on the Beach at The Beach Club in Pullman Pattaya Hotel G can be customized to your pleasure, from candle preferences to the music of your choice. The chefs have created a delectable five-course menu to complement this passionate rendezvous.

The Romantic Dinner on the Beach, including one bottle of sparkling wine, is priced at only 3,600 baht net for 2 persons. Please note that at least 1 day advanced reservation is necessary.

For more information or reservations, contact 0 3841 1940-8 or email: info@pullmanpattayahotelG.com or www.facebook.com/ thepullmanpattayahotelG

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Prawn-Inspired Night Bites at BarSu Chefs at BarSu have conjured up an exciting new menu of delicious dishes to satisfy your night-time cravings at the cool club. Inspired by a catch of freshly netted prawns, the enticing “Goong Goong Goong” menu takes you on a flavor-filled journey around Thailand, Japan, India, South America, and North Africa.

The “Goong Goong Goong” menu reinvents the 70s classic with style in the luxurious crystal prawn cocktail, while its Peruvian prawn and scallop ceviche flavored with lime and cilantro delivers a delightful citrusy kick. Lovers of Japanese cuisine can savor prawn and avocado maki rolls with tobico and bonito flakes.

Other temptations include exotic Indian dish red tiger prawn curry flavored with tamarind, tomato masala and curry leaves served with basmati rice, Thai dish Siamese blue prawn green curry with jasmine rice, and the North African spice marinated chermoula grilled prawns with Romano peppers and fries.

Cruise on over to BarSu and get into “Goong Goong

Level 34, Hilton Pattaya

Havana Signature Mojito INGREDIENTS 1.5 oz 1 whole wedges 1 oz juice 1 oz 2 tablespoons 3 grams Half bottle

GLASS TYPE Long Drink Glass CATEGORY Cocktail

at da Vinci restaurant, Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok

Available at Havana Bar

Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok’s Italian restaurant da Vinci presents “Tapas Y Vino”. Experience a special selection of Spanish tapas highlighted by seafood paella from worldrenowned Catalan executive chef, Jaume Esperalba. Enjoy this amazing offering with a glass of red or white wine for only 700 baht every evening until 30 September at da Vinci restaurant, poolside on the 4th floor, Rembrandt Hotel Bangkok.

For reservation, please contact 02-261-7100 or book via facebook.com/rembrandtbkk or visit www.rembrandtbkk.com

Rule Britannia at Vistas Lobby Lounge Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort, Pattaya

For food promotions please email press release at lifeandleisure@pattayatoday.net

Sugar syrup Brown sugar Mint leaves Soda water Crushed ice

HOW TO MIX Put mint leaves, brown sugar and lime wedges into a long drink glass. Use a muddler to crush the mint and lime to release the mint oils and lime juice. Add Havana rum, sugar syrup, fresh lime juice and crushed ice, shake well and topped with soda water. Garnish with lime and a mint sprig.

Tapa Y Vino

For more information or reservations, please contact 038 301 234 ext. 4280

Fresh lime

GARNISH Lime Mint sprig

For more information and reservations please contact Pattaya Marriott Resort & Spa 038 412 120 ext.1395.

Throughout the month of September 2013 our pastry chefs invite you to visit at Vistas Lobby Lounge of Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort, Pattaya. There is little more quintessentially English than Eccles cake and Victoria sponge.

Just in time for the Royal birth.The prices are just only THB 70++ per piece. Don't miss the selection of Rule Britannia.

Vistas Lobby Lounge is located in the main lobby of Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya and is open daily from 9:00 am to 10:00pm. Special buy 1 get 1 on all cakes during happy hours between 07:00 pm to 10:00 pm.

Havana rum Lime

MIXOLOGIST Boonyarit Rattanapahira SIGNATURE DRINK Mojito FAVORITE SPIRIT – PREFERRED BRAND Havana Rum CERTIFICATION/ACHIEVEMENT Havana Bar’s Bar Specialist

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The Kitchen

Pattaya’s new French brasserie

Bonjour mes amis–the latest culinary news is that Pattaya has a new French brasserie. The term generally describes a semi-large informal restaurant that stays open late, doesn’t require a reservation and is open from breakfast till dinner and beyond. Such a brasserie is The Kitchen on Second Road.

This stylish restaurant is owned by Martial (Ricky), restaurateur and front of house host, and his partner, Christophe, the inveterate chef.

These two French gentlemen have already brought the Brasserie-culture to Phuket and now Pattaya is their second location of choice.

The décor is stylish, clean-lined and contemporary with a big comfortable terrace for open air seating which on entry seamlessly segues into a cool air-conditioned interior for comfortable dining. A huge modern mural dominates the tables lending a Parisienne touch to the ambiance while the open kitchen affords the opportunity to watch chef Ton and his team creating their innovative, modern French, Thai and international cuisine.

Breakfast (Continental, American and English) is served 9 a.m. till noon from as little as B.160. The menu is

a big, colourful affair both in stature and contents (it’s also highly pictorial for ease of ordering). Ricky and Christophe have it all covered from freshly ground coffee to blended smoothies and milkshakes to an extensive list of wines served by the glass, pitcher or bottle to an abundance of beers, spirits and cocktails. While on the imbibing aspect, happy hour is 3 to 6 p.m. when beers, cocktails and smoothies benefit from a buy-one-get-one-free promotion.

Once seated we were immediately served the brasserie’s complimentary appetiser of chef’s signature in-house pate accompanied by cornichons. Enjoyed with a glass of Chardonnay and some crusty French bread it was a yummy welcoming gift from the kitchen. The full appetiser menu is indeed eclectic offering chicken satay, vegetarian spring rolls, calamari fritters, salmon quiche with creamy spinach, stuffed mussels a la pomodoro and much more all in the B.190-ish range. I was torn between the marinated shrimps sautéed in olive oil with sea salt and Thai black pepper and the duo of salmon tartar. We decided to share the tartar. Stylishly served on a tile of black slate the portion was mammoth. Three generous mounds of diced smoked and fresh salmon crowned with a ribboned swirl were accompanied by a mixed salad and lemon wedges. The seasoning of fresh herbs, olive oil and lime juice was spot on but quite honestly we were unable to finish the whole serving and accepted the offer from the staff to pack it up to take home.

Back to the menu–grilled panini sandwiches, burgers, an assortment

Restaurants: Downtown

of cold cuts, a quartet of cheeses, salads (including a chicken Caesar), elegant soups the likes of wonton shrimp, tom yam kung and naturally French onion are all here and offered from as little as B.180. Fancy a pizza?

There are eight thin based varieties and eight pasta dishes including a lasagna Bolognese and a rich fourcheese penne.

We were now enjoying a glass of chilled Cotes de Provence rose and browsing the main courses. Ricky told us that the steaks headed their most ordered dishes and at prices from B.340 we weren’t surprised. The skewered meat is another bestseller; served vertically on a wooden bracket we saw many of these heading out to awaiting customers. Eschewing the beef Mick ordered the lamb shank and I plumped for the sea bass fillet meuniere (B.290). Drenched in butter, lemon and parsley and sprinkled

just couldn’t leave without tasting the in-house chocolate lava cake.

Legend has it that this chocolate cake was the result of a major culinary disaster. The dessert was meant to be individual chocolate cakes but a chef took them out of the ovens too soon and the centres were still liquefied. Since there was no time to cook them further, the chef simply introduced the new dessert as chocolate “lava” cake! Is there a better way to end a meal than the glory of molten chocolate oozing out of a juicy chocolate sponge? Or why not try the crème brûlée, Italian tiramisu, Normandy apple tart or mango panna cotta? They would all make for a sweet ending.

The Kitchen is a relaxed, cordial culinary destination serving global cuisine with that French flair that epitomizes the brasserie-style. Prices are exceedingly reasonable, the

with caper berries it was a luscious piece of fish. Mick’s choice of lamb shank arrived glistening in its slowly simmered sauce redolent with garlic and red wine. He pronounced it one of the best he had eaten for quite some time and we gave two thumbs up to chef Ton for his rendition of this classic dish.

A dozen popular Thai dishes complete the savoury dishes before the decadent dessert and ice cream pages. Brasseries in France are always known for their wonderful desserts and The Kitchen here in Pattaya is certainly no exception. We

portions generous in the extreme, and the opening hours would suit any culinary occasion. Incidentally the menu is available in French, Mandarin, Russian and Thai as well as English. Do give The Kitchen a visit.

Parking where you can find it but you can usually find spaces in the soi opposite. Some prices in the above article may have changed since our visit.

The Kitchen Second Road just passed Soi 10 Open daily from 9 a.m. till late Tel: 086 827 5598

Balcony

Benihana

Le Saigon

Mata Hari

The Balcony is an appealing destination with its distinctive terrace, its European cookery and modern-day Thai cuisine, it has something to suit every taste and pocket.

Scrumptious cakes and pastries and the modishness of the graceful salon.

Specializing in Teppanyaki dining, this Japanese restaurant employs specially trained chefs to prepare the meals right at the guest's table.

Fresh succulent seafood, plump juicy chicken and tender filets of beef are perfectedto your delight.

Vietnamese-Eurasian Cuisine. Good Foods, Fine Wine, Spectacular View.

Le Saigon is a stylish restaurant presenting lavish cuisine in a dramatic sky high venue.

The wines are carefully selected and cocktails are creative and generous.

Mata Hari is a stylish, boutique restaurant, renowned for serving fine European and Thai cuisine and has been a firm favourite amongst the local expats for many years'.

An intimate European specialty restaurant where the ambience is casual elegance, big on quality, consistency and service.

The Balcony Restaurant & Bakery 151/39 Moo 5 Naklua Rd. Banglamung, Chonburi 20150 Tel. No.: 038 411 429

Benihana Pattaya Royal Garden Plaza, 218-2-4 Beach Road Pattaya City, Chonburi 20150,Thailand Tel. No.: 038 412 120 ext. 1395

Le Saigon Bayview 413/9-10 Jomthien Complex Tappraya Rd., Nongprue, Banglamung, Chonburi 20260 Tel. No.: 038 250 329, 038 250 322 Website: www.saigonbistropattaya.com

Mata Hari Restaurant 482/57 Moo12 Thappraya Road, Nongprue, Banglamung, Chonburi 20150 Tel. No.: 038 259 799 Website: www.mataharirestaurant.com

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EVERYDAY 11:00AM – 2:00PM More information, please call 038 933 888

Steamed Snow Fish with Beetroot & Curry Emulsion INGREDIENTS Sauce 100 g yellow curry paste 200 g whipping cream 100 g fish stock 30 g sugar

METHOD

50 g fish sauce Snow fish 150 g snow fish fillet 3 pcs asparagus 3 pcs cucumber Beetroot risotto 100 g risotto 50 g beetroot 30 g Parmesan cheese 20 g butter 200 ml chicken stock salt pepper

1. Season snow fish with salt and pepper 2. Wrap with cucumber slices 3. Steam for 8 minutes Sauce Stir-fry yellow curry until it separates then put fish stock and whipping cream. Bring it to a boil and season with sugar and fish sauce. Reduce until thick.

Beetroot risotto Stir-fry the risotto then add chicken stock and cooked beetroot.

Keep stirring until soft and cook then add salt, pepper, parmesan cheese and butter.

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Serve Place risotto on the plate then drizzle the sauce around. Place the fish on top and decorate.

Shishitogarashi—or Shishito peppers—are so named because their tip resembles the head of a lion (shishi, in Japanese). Like most peppers that turn red upon ripening, shishito are generally harvested while green and are not known for being hot. In fact, it’s said that only one out of every 20 will be spicy, albeit there is no way to recognize which one will burn your tongue.

These tiny beauties, which have thin skin that easily blisters, must be poked with a hole before cooking, lest they explode. It may be grilled on a skewer, pan-fried in oil, or stewed in a soy sauce and dashi-based liquid. This time we give it a totally different treatment, by cleaning its seeds out and stuffing it with lumps of crab seasoned with cream cheese, citrus, and herbs, breaded with panko, and frying it to golden crisp. It is served with sweet and sour sauce for dipping. This dish may feel like too much work, but each step is worth the final result.

Happy eating!

Crab Stuffed Shishito Peppers with Sweet & Sour Sauce F or the pe ppe rs: 32 large shishito peppers, cleaned

F or th e Stuffing : 1 lb lump crab, picked clean ½ lb cream cheese, softened 2 tbsp chopped chives 1 lemon zest Salt and pepper to taste

F or the swe e t and s our sauce : 1/3 cup rice vinegar 4 tbsp brown sugar 2 tbsp tomato ketchup 2 tsp cornstarch mixed with 4 tsp of water 1 tsp soy sauce

For the stuffing, season the crab meat with salt and pepper. Set aside. Mix all the other stuffing ingredients thoroughly.

Slowly fold in the crab careful not to break down the lumps too much. Set aside in the fridge.

For the peppers, slit open with a paring knife. Scrape using back of a demi spoon or a grapefruit spoon to remove seeds and white membranes. Using a demi spoon, stuff each pepper with the chilled crab cream. Press a little bit on the peppers to even out the filling and to close seams.

Keep cool in the fridge.

Prepare a basic tempura batter and coat each stuffed pepper before rolling dry panko. Set aside and keep cool.

For the sauce, combine the cornstarch with the water, making sure that the

cornstarch fully dissolves into the water and set aside.

1. Place the rice vinegar, brown sugar, tomato ketchup and soy sauce into a small saucepan, mix together and bring to a boil.

2. Add the cornstarch and water mixture and stir all ingredients together until the sauce has thickened to the desired consistency.

Preheat a medium sauce pot with oil to 350 degrees Fahrenheit. Fry each pepper, making sure not to crowd the pot, to golden brown. Place on paper or strainer to drain excess oil. To serve, place a stack of peppers on a plate with the dipping sauce on the side garnished with black sesame seeds. Also serve a few slices of Oshinko on the side. It’s a great contrast from the fattiness of the pepper filling.

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Addicted To Sugar? Follow These 10 Tips To Curb Your Sugar Cravings Today!

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by Gwen Vazquez, UrbaneWomen.Com

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Treatment starts with Tea Me Body Scrub, the personalized black tea body scrub, which combines the finest black tea blend with fresh milk, sugar, lemon or honey as you wish, is also similar to your favorite tea cup recipe. The scrub uplifts your mood and softly exfoliates and revitalizes your skin.

The therapy is complete with Aromatic Tea Time Oil Massage by infusing warm Ping River blend massage oil, the cool and fresh scent of green grass, river clay and woods with the finest dried tea leaves.

This inspiring rejuvenation is available throughout September and October 2013 at all Devarana Spas in Thailand for THB 3,400++ (subject to VAT and 10% service charge).

Are you one of those people who always have a sweet tooth and crave sugary snacks? And are you also one who is always craving for a sweet desert after your main course? Well you are not alone if you do!

5. Start A Food Diary Begin a food diary and note down every time you eat something, even that small packet of sugar you had with your coffee!

Keeping a food diary is a fantastic way to keep an eye on what you are eating, and this will help you to focus on stopping your sugar cravings.

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Recent research by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) indicates that the average North American person consumes the equivalent of around twenty teaspoons of sugar every single day.

Extrapolated this works out at around 7,300 teaspoons of sugar per year! Not only that, consuming too much refined sugars is guaranteed to result in gaining weight, as well as always feeling tired.

We are not saying that you should avoid eating anything that’s sweet, as it’s still possible for you to curtail sugar cravings, and savor an infrequent sweet treat and yet be able to lose weight successfully.

Get rid of those powerful cravings once and for all by following these top ten tips to reduce your sugary sweet intake, and make those powerful cravings a thing of the past…

7. Read All Food Labels

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1. Cut Out Soda Cut out all soda, including diet soda. Instead drink plenty of water.

Pay for one spa treatment and get the second at 50% off at Luminous Spa Receive a 50% discount on your second body or facial treatment such as foot massage, body scrub and facial treatment at the Luminous Spa, which will be of the same or lesser value as the first.

For more information, please call 038 933 888 or visit www.capedarapattaya.com

Most important

2. Regularly Clean Your Teeth Whenever you feel a sugar craving approaching then go and brush your teeth. Also, the stronger the mint toothpaste, the better it works at curtailing your sugar cravings.

Also, the act of brushing your teeth more regularly means that your overall oral hygiene will be improved as well.

6. Eat Several Small Meals Each Day Try having several smaller meals rather than three large meals each day.

By having smaller meals regularly, you will be able to keep your blood glucose levels stable, and this will ultimately result in you having much lesser sugar cravings.

sugar addiction.

People are often surprised to find out how much sugar is contained in a lot of the foods that they eat. Keeping an eye on the sugar content of your foods will help you avoid foods high in sugar, and beat your

8. Keep Your Body Moving

3. Eliminate Temptations

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What do you do first thing in the morning?

According to a study published in the journal Circulation, “skipping breakfast may lead to one or more risk factors, including obesity, high blood pressure, high cholesterol and diabetes, which may in turn lead to a heart attack over time.”

The study tracked more than 26,000 male health professionals between 45 and 82 years old for 16 years, said Circulation, a scientific journal of the American Heart Association. When the data was analyzed, the researchers found that men who said they did not have breakfast had a 27 percent higher risk of heart attack or death from coronary heart disease than those who regularly ate breakfast.

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A Mediterranean diet, compared with a low-fat control diet, lowered the risk for major cardiovascular events by 30 percent in people at high risk for cardiovascular disease, according to a New England Journal of Medicine study. Additionally, a recent review of 20 studies on the effects of popular diets on diabetes concluded that the Mediterranean diet was better at combating diabetes than other diets (including low carb diets).

So pig out on fish, vegetables, fruits, legumes, olive oil and unprocessed cereals, enjoy a little yogurt, wine and cheese--but only occasionally, and cut way back on all meat products.

Regular movement in the form of exercise, such as dance or yoga will not only help to burn more calories, but also help to reduce tension in your body, as well as boosting your energy levels and removing the need for an extra hit of sugar.

Look inside your refrigerator or pantry and throw away any cakes, and cookies, and get rid of any icecream in the freezer.

4. Allow Yourself To Be Distracted If you allow yourself to be distracted by something else other than your craving for sugary food then this will mean that you will soon forget all about your sugar cravings.

You can use anything to distract yourself, such as watching television, reading a good book, or just dancing along to your favorite music.

Alternatively you could choose to play the piano or simply take a nap – Do this and you will soon forget all about those fattening snacks that you wanted to eat.

The bottom-line is that, you should avoid sitting down alone and letting your cravings win.

9. Change Sugary Foods For Fruits If you get continual sugar cravings, then try and beat them by eating fruits, as it is naturally sweet and yet very healthy to eat.

From this moment on, swop your sugar cravings for healthy habits by eating fruits whenever you feel a sugar craving coming on.

10. Keep Your Sweet Tooth Happy With 100% Natural Stevia Get rid of the sugar from your cupboard and use Stevia to sweeten your breakfast cereal along with anything else you need making sweeter.

The leading 100% natural sweetener, Stevia, in actual fact contains no calories at all, and so it doesn’t raise your blood sugar level, yet it is an amazing three hundred times sweeter than “real” sugar.

For additional information on beauty, health, fitness, romance, skin care, hair care and more, go to www.urbanewomen.com

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Holiday time-Catching up time

eforea spa at Hilton Pattaya

please dial 038 253 000 for inquiries and reservations

Tasty Health Food

by Thonglor Clinic

With our busy lifestyle, we often put many things in the To-Do list and we donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t always attend to them. While you are in Thailand relaxing on the beach, why not take time to look at your health?

Thonglor Clinic offers you the chance to find out about your little niggling problems or to discover some issues with your health before they become a problem. A quick consultation with the physician to check on your blood pressure and do some blood tests might be in order.

Sometimes in our country of origin it is a real ordeal to find the time to do these things. Right now, you can do this in between drinks and massagesâ&#x20AC;Śtake care of yourself.

As many will know, prostate problems arise after the age of 50 for many men.

You should keep an eye on your PSA

(prostate-specific antigen) levels. There is no need to alarm yourself at a high initial reading. It can be due to prostatic hyperplasia (enlarged prostate) or inflammation of the prostate without signifying cancer but can be a useful tool to follow up on your health.

With excessive alcohol consumption and overeating, we also tax our livers; it may be useful to check on all the serologic tests that can pinpoint problems that could be brewing. If abnormal levels are found, other investigations may be in order and some detoxification programs are available. Glutathione is produced by the liver but with either some cirrhosis or fatty degeneration of the liver, our levels may not be adequate and we may need assistance. It may be of benefit for people who have some tumors or are dealing with some forms of cancer.

As we age, aches and pains appear. Putting on your shoes in the morning may be an ordeal. Arthritic pains can be a constant reminder of our limitations.

As many of you know, a good massage can help to reduce these aches.

Always be careful before launching yourself into a fitness regime on your holidays.

Investigate first to see what the cause of your problem is. Guna pain management may assist you in regaining some of your mobility.

There are also all the musculoskeletal injuries and degenerative processes that accumulate over the years. You may also take more notice and start to apply the suggestions given by the physician.

During holiday time we are always more receptive to lifestyle changes that also can be more easily implemented.

Men just like women can undergo hormonal changes that are referred to as andropause. It can explain your lack of interest in sex or poor performance.

Help is here. You have to take the time to assess your individual personal situation.

Metabolisms can be improved and you can regain a much more positive outlook on life.

A simple blood test can tell a lot about your needs. Take time to find out what is going on with yourself. You deserve the best. Thonglor Clinic may help you to make the most of your holiday.

Looking for a delicious way to add fiber and antioxidants to your diet? Try raspberries.

An aggregate fruit, meaning that smaller sections with seeds and fruit create a larger whole, raspberries: 1. Are a good source of vitamin C and fiber.

2. Provide folate, vitamins B2 and B3, magnesium and other essential nutrients.

3. Contain ellagitannins, natural health-protective compounds that may fight cancer.

4. Have high antioxidant activity (50 percent more than strawberries).

5. Are in the top 15 of the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition's best antioxidant sources.

For a quick and simple nutritional boost, top your oatmeal with raspberries, add some to a smoothie or salad, use them in sauces and baked goods, or enjoy them on their own. Fresh or frozen, raspberries are a tasty and healthy treat.

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upcoming movies Spring Breakers

Riddick

Pain & Gain

Canon VIXIA Mini Camcorder Just because you like to travel light doesn't mean you have to keep shooting grainy, low resolution videos on your smartphone â&#x20AC;&#x201D; with the Canon VIXIA Mini Camcorder (THB 9,500) you can shoot HD video on the go and still share on all your social networks.

Designed to slip conveniently into a pocket, or a small pouch in your bag, you'll barely notice its less than a half a pound weight. The flip-up 2.7-inch LCD screen lets you record from a range of angles, and even view yourself while you record.

Wi-Fi connectivity lets you upload video directly to the web, and an available iOS app lets you share content to your phone, or control the camera remotely.

LG G2 Smartphone If you're looking for buttons on the side of this phone, think again â&#x20AC;&#x201D; the LG G2 Smartphone changes things up a bit by moving them to the back of the device, making the phone more ergonomic so you're less likely to drop it. They've also upped the ante with a 5.2-inch full-HD display (the largest of any smartphone in its class), a 13 megapixel rear-facing camera, and a 2.26GHz Qualcomm Snapdragon 800 processor. It sports some exciting user experience features like a pared-down guest mode, a programmable remote that can operate devices in your home, and a phone that answers automatically when you raise it to your ear.

Panasonic Lumix GX7 Camera Another in a long line of digital single lens mirrorless cameras to hit the market recently, the Panasonic Lumix GX7 Camera sets itself apart with some fairlyimpressive features.

A 16-megapixel live MOS sensor lets it capture images at high light sensitivity with very little noise, as well as full HD video. The 90-degree tilt-able, three-inch, touch-enabled live viewfinder lets you get the best look at your subject, regardless of your shooting angle. Wi-Fi and one-touch NFC device connectivity let you control the camera from your smartphone and transfer photos so you can upload them to the web to share with friends.

Lead Actors Selena Gomez, Vanessa Hudgens, Lead Actors Vin Diesel, Karl Urban,

Katee Sackhoff

Ashley Benson, Rachel Korine,

James Franco Director David Twohy Genre Action|Sci-Fi|Thriller Director Harmony Korine Release Date September 5, 2013 Genre Drama Release Date September 5, 2013 Betrayed by his own kind and left for dead on a desolate planet, Riddick fights for survival Brit, Candy, Cotty, and Faith have been best against alien predators and becomes more friends since grade school. They live together powerful and dangerous than ever before. Soon in a boring college dorm and are hungry for bounty hunters from throughout the galaxy adventure. All they have to do is save enough descend on Riddick only to find themselves money for spring break to get their shot at having some real fun. A serendipitous encounter pawns in his greater scheme for revenge. With his enemies right where he wants them, Riddick with rapper "Alien" promises to provide the girls with all the thrill and excitement they could unleashes a vicious attack of vengeance before hope for. With the encouragement of their new returning to his home planet of Furya to save it friend, it soon becomes unclear how far the girls from destruction. are willing to go to experience a spring break they will never forget.

Lead Actors

Mark Wahlberg, Dwayne Johnson, Anthony Mackie, Rebel Wilson

Director Michael Bay Genre Action | Comedy | Crime |

Drama Release Date September 12, 2013 Based on the true story of Daniel Lugo (Mark Wahlberg) a Miami bodybuilder who wants to live the American dream. He would like to have the money that other people have.

So he enlists the help of fellow bodybuilder Adrian Doorbal (Anthony Mackie) and ex-convict, Christian bodybuilder Paul Doyle (Dwayne Johnson). Their kidnapping and extortion scheme goes terribly wrong since they have muscles for brains and they're left to haphazardly try to hold onto the elusive American dream.

music / new release

Sheryl Crow - Feels Like Home Feels Like Home is the upcoming eighth studio album by American singersongwriter Sheryl Crow, to be released on September 10, 2013 through Warner Bros. Records. The lead single, "Easy", was released on March 12, 2013.

1. Shotgun

7. Crazy Ain't Original

2. Easy

8. Nobody's Business

3. Give It to Me

9. Homesick

4. We Oughta Be Drinkin

10. Homecoming Queen

5. Callin' Me When I'm Lonely

11. Best of Times

6. Waterproof Mascara

12. Stay at Home Mother

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The All-New Honda Accord 2.4 – Big H is back!

Honda’s full-size flagship, the fourdoor saloon Accord returns loaded with intelligent luxury.

Honda’s large family saloon, the Accord, now in its

by John Lindgren 9th generation.

Editor-in-chief: Launched in Thailand carsanook.com earlier this year, the global Japanese passenger car manufacturer is back in the game after the Ayutthaya assembly plant was hit by devastating losses during 2011 deluge. Since last year two notable new models have hit the showrooms: the Honda Civic Hybrid followed by the all-new Accord.

Pattaya Today takes the new Accord 2.4 out for a spin. First mass transport by BTS to Udom Suk Honda HQ Bangkok. There it is. Painted in metallic beige, (“Champagne Frost Pearl” in Honda speak) parked next to the entrance. My first impression.

Not a big difference from the previous

eight generations, but look closer The devil is in the details, said Ludwig Wittgenstein. Note the slightly larger grill and the new slim angular headlight cluster featuring the new cornering lights and daytime running lights. “Too see and to be seen”. Especially on rainy dark nights. Bringing increased safety to you, fellow road users and pedestrians. The rear view comes with new, elegant wrap-around LED taillights. And look at the BMW-ish C-pillar curved like a hockey stick.

The drive. First, no more ignition key.

It's 2013 and this is a 1.7-million-baht vehicle. Don't expect the old school

door key and ignition key. It's the smart entry. Just lift the front door handle.

Once inside press the red start/stop button. Keep the so-called ‘key’ in your pocket.

Inside it's all leather upholstery and comfortable seats. The front seats come with power adjustability and memory function for the driver and passenger. Overall the cabin gives a luxurious touch to the new Accord. The rear passengers have ample space, air vents and window/windshield sunblinds.

In the engine room we find the power plant with the astonishing

name: “Earth Dreams” a four-cylinder 5-speed automatic 2.4-liter engine with an output of 174 hp and it runs on Gasohol 91, 95, E20 and E85.

The average fuel consumption has been lowered to circa 12 kpl. For the maximum economy-minded drivers there is the green “econ” button. Press it and the engine power and air-con output decreases. Result up to 7 percent less fuel consumption.

For me, the driver, the cockpit experience is high-tech, functional and user friendly-- especially the multifunction steering wheel boasting navigation and entertainment features.

Also the intelligent Multi-Information Display (i-MID) connected to an 8-inch color screen including the smart interface with Bluetooth hands-free telephone, USB and the works. The onboard hard disk has 16 GB of storage available. My iPad 2 has only 9 GB. One more thing, the new Honda Accord cabin is surprisingly quiet. Thanks to various sound absorption measures as well as electronics such as the ANC (Active Noise Control) system.

The handling. I put the shifter in “D”. And off we go. The steering, now electrically powered, is sharper, also the handling is improved, likewise the cornering performance thanks to the stabilisers both at the front and the rear. The engine sound is a tad throaty adding more fun to the drive.

And there's enough oomph for safe overtakings.

Our demo unit, the top-of-theline 2.4 Tech model, features tons of electronic driver assistance for example: CMBA (Collision Mitigation Brake System) that alerts the driver of an imminent front-end collision, flashing a large, orange message: “BRAKE” on the speed dial and the Honda LaneWatch Blind Spot Display for an enhanced view of the passengerside roadway activated via the turn signal. Plus the very useful wide angle parking camera.

In the Accord line-up there's also the Accord little brother with a 2.0-liter engine priced at 1.3 million baht for the entry level and 1.4 million baht for the top NAVI(gator) model.

The verdict: The all-new Accord is an impressive piece of work. Especially the hi-tech safety features; the collision mitigation and the LaneWatch camera.

Something you need with so much bad lane discipline out on the highways, byways and intersections.

Of all the Hondas that I have tested during the last decade, this one really hits mark. Trust me!

Honda Accord 2.4 Tech Engine: 4-cylinder DOHC 16 valve i-VTEC Power: 174 hp Torque: 225 Nm Transmission: 5-speed automatic Top speed: 220 kph Fuel consumption: 12.5 litres (combined) Price: 1.799 million baht www. Honda.co.th

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Each component needs to be successful in its own right.”

— Surat "Mike" Mekavarakul

President The Group of Mike Companies

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New Property Exhibition Set for Pattaya

What's Inside:

Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya names GM

A new real estate event—the Pattaya Property Show--is set to open at the Hilton Pattaya on January 9. The four-day event will target international tourists, local expats, local business and Thai visitors from Bangkok and other regions of Thailand.

Robert John Lohrmann has been appointed general manager of Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya.

page P3/27 Expat Money Corner Is the party over in Asia?

Conceived by Pattaya-based Exact Trading Co Ltd, in conjunction with veteran real estate exhibition organizer Mike Bridge, the show will accommodate about 45 developers, realtors and financiers from Chonburi and other provinces.

Charlie Warner, publisher of the Pattaya Condo & House Guide, and Silvermover, a leading marketing agency, conceived the idea. Warner said, “Many of our advertisers and clients were keen to stimulate business and suggested that we run a show.

Therefore, we have chosen four days in January, when the city is full during high season, to promote real estate in the region and across Thailand.”

Media partners include Property Report, Pattaya Condo & House Guide, Real Estate Magazine, Real Estate Thailand (Russian), and Pattaya 103 FM.

page P4/28 Property Upbeat investment sentiment seen in Thailand

page P5/29 Property Final Shortlist Winners Are In! Mike Bridge has run more than 300 real estate events internationally, including the Worldwide Property Shows.

“By selecting the five-star Hilton Pattaya as our venue,” said Bridge, “we have a first-class facility to showcase the property.

As we wish to target the large number of tourists who will be in the vicinity shopping or visiting the city, the hotel within the city’s busy Central Festival shopping centre provided us with the perfect location.”

For more information go to www.pattayapropertyshow. com, which features three languages, Thai, English and Russian. The organisers expect to attract more than 3,000 investors and buyers.

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Special Feature

80 countries represented at Pattaya health conference The 21st IUHPE World conference on Health Promotion welcomed more than 2,000 health promoters and offered more than 1,000 topics from academicians and policy developers from around the world. The Thai government endorsed the best investments for health and praised the success of ThaiHealth, while Dr. Pravet Vasi revealed that the health promotion would resolve the social crisis.

Kittirat Na Ranong, deputy prime minister

and president of ThaiHealth, presided over the Conference at Peach Exhibition and Convention Hall in Pattaya.

ThaiHealth, as the representative of Thailand, was chosen by the International Union of Health Promotion and Education (IUHPE) to host the event under the topic of Best Investments for Health. He told the group that factors that now impact health have become more complicated because of economic growth, urban expansion and communication technology. Any group may face the risk, especially chronic non-infectious diseases caused by risky behavior. For example, high-blood pressure, diabetes and heart disease are caused by inappropriate nutrition, lack of exercise and tobacco or alcohol consumption. Therefore, we need to find solutions as soon as possible to ensure that people stay healthy; healthy people are the solid foundation for economic growth and social development.

Mr. Kittirat continued that the government focuses on investing in

public health and health promotion because these are the foundations of sustainable development. As a result, the investment in public health has become the main factor of health reform in several countries, including Thailand. Thailand achieves the Millennium Development Goals thanks to the Ministry of Public Health, responsible for initiating reform and developing the public health system 10 years ago. Dr. Prawase Wasi, president of National Health Foundation, said in the special lecture that health promotion is the major tool for the health reform. Currently, the gap causes and is caused by the development that only considers the economic outcome. This crisis occurs across the world. To solve this problem, you need to change the way of thinking by paying more attention to health and society. The health promotion process will be the important tool for this reform. The task requires the strategic integration from both public and private sector to promote the cooperation in the society and from the locals.

This needs the flexible structure of independent organizations.

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Business News

Tulip Group signs Projects Asia and Thai Bauer Projects Asia has been contracted to manage Tulip Group Thailand’s beachfront condo-hotel project-Centara Grand Residence Pattaya, and Thai Bauer Co., Ltd, has been signed to begin piling works next month for the five-star development.

With more than 500 commissions around Thailand in the last 23 years, Projects Asia has been responsible for building condominiums, shopping malls, office developments, and hotels, including the St. Regis Hotel & Residences and the Univentures' Okura Prestige Hotel.

Thai Bauer has focused on foundation design and construction services throughout Southeast Asia for more than 20 years.

The Lofts Ekkamai photo competition The Lofts Ekkamai, the latest luxury condominium project developed by Raimon Land, held its first photo competition open to all photography enthusiasts.

Participants, from amateurs to professionals, were invited to take and submit photos with the theme “Your Life, Your Lofts.” The three major winners received a sumptuous dinner for two at the 57th Street Restaurant of the newly-opened Bangkok Marriott Hotel Sukhumvit. The competition’s aim was to encourage photographers to capture the essence of the modern urban lifestyle and the hip ambiance that motivates Bangkok’s new generation of city dwellers. Inspired by the famous lofts in Manhattan’s Meatpacking District and London’s Soho, The Lofts Ekkamai reflects the ultra-chic use of open spaces and innovative designs.

Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya names GM Robert John Lohrmann has been appointed general manager of Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya.

The American has more than 35 years’ experience in hospitality, having served as general manager of JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa, JW Marriott Hotel Beijing, The Ritz-Carlton Beijing, Sanya Marriott Resort & Spa China and, most recently, Renaissance Shanghai Zhongshan Park Hotel in China. Earlier in his career, Lohrmann worked with Hilton Hotels in Australia, Disneyland Paris in France and in several hotels in the USA.

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Legal & Expat Money

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Expat Money Corner

by: Magna Carta Law Office

With Quantitative Easing (QE) tapering off in the near future, a significant amount of the colossal sums injected into economies like the US and the UK that made its way to Asia is repatriating. This has already put downward pressure on a number of currencies in the region which had previously enjoyed the influx.

The economic slowdown in China, India and many Southeast Asian countries is apparent and the belief that domestic demand would sustain and shield these economies from the financial woes of the west has not been fulfilled.

The fact remains that the economic growth in Asia has still left the vast majority of the population of many nations in poverty.

Although there are increasing numbers of affluent individuals in these countries, huge numbers not only remain as poor as before the ‘boom’, in many cases they are actually worse off, with prices on staple commodities such as rice rising faster than wages.

The Empire strikes back The Eurozone has now technically emerged from recession, albeit the expected Southern European nations are still struggling.

However, even in the worst hit economies, unemployment is beginning to come down.

Last Will and Testament in Thailand What is Estate Planning?

Estate planning is a process of anticipating and arranging the disposal of an estate and managing an individual's asset base in the event of their incapacitation or death. As part of an estate planning, drafting a Last Will and Testament is recommended.

What is a Thailand Last Will and Testament?

A Last Will and Testament is a declaration of intention by will, concerning dispositions as to your assets or other matters which shall take effect according to law after your demise. The document will detail your assets in Thailand, such as property, bank accounts, vehicle, and personal valuable items, designating who shall inherit and control them according to your wish to prevent unnecessary complications and quarrels between family members.

Other than assets, what does a Last Will and Testament cover?

Your Last Will and Testament shall cover five important points: 1. Appointing an Executor or the person who will be in charge of settling and ensuring that your beneficiaries will receive their inheritance 2. Naming all the beneficiaries of your assets 3. Procedure on how the assets shall be transferred to your beneficiaries 4. How funeral must be arranged What should I consider when selecting an executor for my will?

Overall, the executor will administer your estate and make sure that everything is done according to the terms of your will. Appointing a trusted executor is an important decision that needs thorough consideration.

The responsibilities of an executor include making sure all assets are accounted for, all existing debts and tax obligations are paid, and that remaining assets are distributed to the correct beneficiaries in accordance to your will.

Conflict of interest can be avoided by selecting an executor who is not a beneficiary or a business partner.

Most individuals tend to choose family members or other close friends or relatives to act as an executor; it is important that it is someone you can completely trust.

Appointing someone as executor does not mean that the chosen individual must do everything themselves.

Executors are allowed to hire others to help with various aspects of the process. If you don't have a friend or family member with the necessary expertise, consider hiring a lawyer, accountant or similar type of professional to act as your executor.

What happens to my assets in Thailand if I don’t have a Last Will and Testament?

In Thailand, when a person dies without a Last Will and Testament, the intestate’s assets must be distributed in accordance with the law. As stipulated in The Civil and Commercial Code Section 1629, there are six classes of statutory heirs in Thailand.

Each class is entitled to inherit in the following order: 1. descendants 2. parents 3. brothers and sisters of full blood 4. brothers and sisters of half blood 5. grandfathers and grandmothers 6. uncles and aunts The right of a surviving spouse to share in the estate of a deceased spouse arises automatically from marital status.

Spouses who are under separation do not lose the right of inheritance to one another as long as divorce between them has not been granted according to law. Ordinances awarding such rights on a surviving spouse make the spouse a statutory heir. Before any distribution of the estate to the relatives, half of the estate (Sin Somros) will belong to the spouse, if any, and the rest will be distributed accordingly.

How do I make a valid Thai Will?

A testator must be competent and at least 15 years of age. A will may be made in any of the following forms: • It must be in writing, dated at the time of making the will, and signed by the testator before at least two witnesses present who shall sign their names certifying the signature of the testator; • By Holograph Document. The testator must write with his own hand the entire text of the document, the date and his signature.

• By Public Document. The testator must declare to a District Officer before at least two witnesses what dispositions he wishes to include in his will. The District Officer must note down such declarations and read it to both the testator and witnesses, all affixing their signatures after having ascertained that the statement written down corresponds with the declaration of the testator.

• Secret Document. The testator must sign his name on the document, close the document and sign across the place of closure. This document must be presented to a District Official with at least 2 witnesses and declare to them that it contains his testamentary dispositions.

It's very important to observe the correct legal formalities when signing, amending, or revoking your Will. If you fail to follow all of the specific formalities, then your Last Will won’t be legally valid.

I already have my last will and testament in my home country; do I need a different will for my assets in Thailand?

Different jurisdictions usually require different formalities for the wills. Having a will drafted in your home country to cover all your assets in Thailand may be troublesome to your family, especially in the event that the will might be invalid in Thailand courts should it not conform to the Thai law requirements. A Thai will should be prepared and signed on Thai territory to ensure that Thai rules regarding the form of your will apply.

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by Tim Whiteley

Is the party over in Asia?

The UK is now projecting GDP growth of around 1 percent over the next year and, although there are fears that retail sales there are being fuelled by credit, there are genuine reasons for some optimism, based on the fundamentals.

The tapering of QE in the United States is a reflection of the Federal Reserve’s increasing confidence in the strength of the US recovery.

It should be kept in mind that smaller digit growth of western economies should be taken in the context of the size of their base GDP, meaning 1 percent of a large figure is still more in money terms than 5 percent of smaller economies.

The markets are still volatile, as recent rises and falls can attest, nonetheless, it may soon be time to consider placing a percentage of balanced portfolios in Blue Chip, high dividend shares whose current price is assessed to be ‘below fair value’.

There are collective funds that specialise in just that, which may well suit those of us who don’t wish to handle our own buying and selling or engage a stockbroker.

As the west begins down the road to recovery, manufacturing centres, such as Asia, will naturally benefit. However, whilst the majority of the world’s brands and premium products remain under European- and American-controlled companies, as well as a very significant part of the world’s technical and medical innovation, the developed economies will continue to expand.

Important Note - This article contains general information only and is not intended to be taken as specific financial, investment, or tax advice. A personal analysis should always be obtained.

Tim Whiteley of IFA International has over 25 years as an IFA, advising international investors and expatriates, both onshore UK, and offshore in Asia. With offices in Bangkok, and regular client visits to Pattaya, IFA specialises in wealth protection services, offshore trusts, QROPS UK pension transfers and QNUPS, creating tailor made investment solutions for individuals around the world. IFA International does NOT provide discretionary portfolio management, securities advice, forex trading, or local brokerage/insurance products. The services that IFA International Group provides are for expatriates and international investors only and are not applicable to local nationals. This is NOT a solicitation to sell or market securities. Questions to the author can be directed to: timwhiteley@ifainternationalgroup.com

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Property

Upbeat investment sentiment seen in Thailand by

Asia Pacific commercial real estate transaction volume declines but market remains positive as prices record steady growth Southeast Asia continued to see upbeat investment sentiment, with Thailand seeing real estate owners inject assets into property funds, according to the latest Asia Pacific Capital Market View report published by CBRE. Overall commercial real estate transaction volume in the Asia Pacific region declined by 11 percent last quarter to US $19.2 billion after an unusually strong first quarter this year. The market remained active and the quarterly total was in line with volumes recorded last year, the property consultancy firm said.

Active markets were led by Japan, although transaction volume fell by almost 50 percent on the quarter after surging in the first quarter of 2013. Other upbeat markets included Australia, Malaysia, New Zealand, Singapore and South Korea, which all recorded a quarterly increase in investment turnover.

CBRE called Hong Kong “comparatively subdued,” where the imposition of double stamp duty resulted in the exit of speculators from the market. Taiwan was also called quiet as domestic insurance firms remained inactive

following the rise in minimum yield requirements on commercial property introduced in November 2012. China also recorded a quarterly decline in investment volume of 22 percent, but market sentiment remained positive.

An improvement in cross-border investment activity was recorded last quarter, with transaction volume surging by 73 percent. Asian capital and international institutional investors were the major buying forces.

There were also more western property funds with recently raised fresh capital starting to acquire new assets, although they remained net sellers in Asia as a number of funds approached maturity.

“There were a number of major acquisitions by locally listed property funds in Thailand, and a number of new property funds with several more scheduled to be listed in the second half of 2013”, reported James Pitchon, executive director, head of CBRE Research, Thailand.

Capital values in Asia Pacific continued to increase slowly and outpace rental growth on the back of solid

investment demand for quality assets. Yield compression for core assets was observed in several markets including Sydney, Brisbane, Tokyo, Seoul and Singapore.

Dr. Nick Axford, global head of Research at CBRE, commented, “On the back of strong investment demand for yield accretive assets, capital values are expected to increase at a steady rate, although markets with ongoing weak occupier demand could see some mild downward adjustment.”

“The Asia Pacific market is expected to remain active in the second half with a large pipeline of deals in Australia, China and Japan. The steady regional economy combined with high levels of liquidity and relative low borrowing costs will continue to fuel buying momentum,” said Greg Penn, executive director, CBRE Investment Properties, Asia.

Centara program seeks to Raimon Land posts higher earnings provide best online rates Centara Hotels & Resorts has launched a Best Rate Guarantee (BRG) programme for its online sales, designed to ensure that anyone booking a room on the chain’s website is guaranteed the best price available.

In the event that any other website offers the same booking at a lower rate, Centara will match the lower rate and apply a further 10 percent discount to the final booking price.

"We feel that while various websites might offer advantageous rates,” said Chris Bailey, Centara’s senior vice president for sales and marketing, “it is far better for the guest to be completely confident that he or she can deal directly with Centara, be assured that the best rates are being offered via the official website, and be certain to receive exactly what is promised under the terms of booking," Bailey added that the new service also protects guests against the possibility of inappropriate offers by unauthorised parties.

For more information and reservations, call +662 101 1234 ext 1, e-mail reservations@chr. co.th, or go to http://www.centarahotelsresorts. com/best-rate-guarantee

Thailand property developer Raimon Land PCL reported second quarter net profits of 228 million baht, up 61 percent from the previous quarter and 126 percent higher than the second quarter 2012.

Johnson Tan, CEO, said, “This quarter’s result is evidence of the transfers at The River going as planned.” The company had “a secured backlog at the end of the second quarter of 2013 of 15.1 billion baht and recognized revenue in its current projects valued at 1.7 billion baht,” with a gross profit margin at a high of 34 percent.

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Property

Final Shortlist Winners Are In! The Thailand Property Awards 2013 judge’s site visits for the Best Condominium Development, Best Boutique Condominium and Best Villa Development have been made and the score sheets have been tallied.

As well, all of the Thailand Property Awards 2013 NonDevelopment Awards categories score sheets for Bangkok, Eastern Seaboard, Hua Hin, Koh Samui, Chiangmai and Phuket have been tallied, including Best Developer, Best Boutique Developer, Best Residential Agent (Bangkok), Best Residential Agent (Phuket), Best Residential Agent (Eastern Seaboard), Best Residential Agent (Hua Hin), Best Residential Agent (Samui), Best Independent Agent, Best Commercial Agent, Best Property Management Company (Bangkok), Best Property Management Company (Resort), Best Property Consultancy, Best Overseas Property Agent, Best Villa Rental Agent, Best Agency Deal, Best Residential Architectural Design, Best Villa Architectural Design, Best Villa Interior Design, Best Commercial Architectural Design, Best Landscape Architectural Design, Best Hotel Architectural Design, Best Residential Interior Design, and the Thailand Property Awards 2013 Real Estate Personality of the Year!

Once again, all top real estate agents, property developers, interior designers and architects throughout Thailand's housing and condominium industry are waiting to see and hear who will be the winners at this year’s lavish Thailand Property Awards 2013 Gala Dinner and Awards Event, where these coveted property awards will be presented on Sept. 19, at the Centara Grand & Bangkok Convention Centre at Central World.

Of course, these Thailand Property Awards are very highly regarded and the last seven annual events have shown that these much sought-after property awards are by far the highest symbol of achievement that a company or an individual can receive in Thailand’s residential real estate industry.

How are these awards decided and what exactly is the process that produces them?

As for the Development Awards for the Eastern Seaboard, i.e. Best Condominium Development, Best Boutique Condo Development, Best Villa Development and Best Commercial Development, the national panel of head judges, comprised of ten leading professionals--real estate agents, appraisers, lawyers, architects, etc.--examine and score all the category nominees and then make the initial short-lists of five properties in each category.

The head judges’ panel is comprised of national panel chairman Sunchai Nuengsit and the following: Clayton Wade, Kittisak Aguru, Teresa Biesty, Ian Hamilton, Kris Limcharoen, Leong Choong Peng, Khemajit Choomwattana, Russ Downing, Bill Barnett and Dr.Theerathon Tharachai.

Next, the appointed regional judging teams undertake site inspections at each of the condominium and villa developments.

by Clayton Wade Managing Director

Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. clayton@premierinternational.com

Somnuek Tanthathoedtham

Pongstorn Sangruchi

This year’s Eastern Seaboard judging team was conducted by head judge Somnuek Tanthathoedtham, Pongstorn Sangruchi, Teresa Biesty and myself, as a national panel judge observer.

The short-list of five Eastern Seaboard properties for the Best Condominium category has now been reduced to the final three best condominium developments. In alphabetical order they are: Reflection Jomtien Beach Condominium by the Major Group, The Cliff by the Nova Group, and The Palm Wongamat Beach Condominium by the Nova Group.

The judge’s calculation of scores for the Eastern Seaboard’s Best Villa category this year was so close that the Bangkok panel of head judges decided to allow a short-list of four properties, including, in alphabetical order, Sedona Villas, Siam Royal View, Silk Road Place and The Vineyards La Residence.

Something new this year for the Eastern Seaboard judging team was the nomination and entry of the Mimosa City of Love Shopping Mall as a contender for Thailand’s Best Commercial Development of the year up against commercial titans like Bangkok’s Mega Bagna Shopping Mall and the Promanade Shopping Mall in Chiangmai.

Those condominium and villa development site inspections for all Thailand regions have now been completed and the final list of winners have been delivered for safe-keeping to Paul Ashburn of BDO Richfield Advisory Limited, one of Thailand’s largest accounting and advisory firms.

Looking back, last year’s gala event got off to a great start with the Eastern Seaboard’s Best Luxury Condo Development

Our very special thanks to Clayton Wade, managing director of Pattaya’s Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. for preparing this Pattaya Today column.

Clayton Wade has been running Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd., with his wife, Khun Supap, for more than 17 years. He himself has been in the real estate industry going on 27 years, having started his career in the United States where he was licensed and practiced both real estate sales and property management in Seattle, Washington.

Clayton personally was responsible

Teresa Biesty

Clayton Wade

of the Year Award having been presented by one of the great names in Thailand’s luxury development industry, Nigel Cornick. The Nova Group’s Rony Fineman was on stage to accept the award with his partner in the development, Kobi Elbaz, who is fast becoming one of the Eastern Seaboard’s major developers himself.

As a national panel judge, I worked very hard to see the Eastern Seaboard condominium award split between the luxury condominium category and the more affordable Boutique Condominium category. Last year we witnessed Beach Properties South Beach Condominium surprise everyone when David Thomas was called to the stage to accept his trophy for the Eastern Seaboard’s Best Boutique Condominium award..

Finally, at last year’s event to everyone’s enjoyment, the Eastern Seaboard Best Villa Development award went to Siam Royal View’s Marina Villas on Koh Chang, with a very proud and deserving Roland Steiner accepting the award. Joining him was the highly-commended finalist, The Vineyards La Residence, which has probably won more awards than any other villa development on the Eastern Seaboard.

As you can see, the Thailand Property Awards is truly a spectacular event organized by Terry Blackburn, Ensign Media managing director. He deserves a tremendous amount of credit for having produced, in just a few years, Thailand’s cutting edge residential property awards venue.

Bravo, Ensign Media! Bravo, Eastern Seaboard!

for bringing in the first 53 General Motors executives for the start-up phase of Thailand’s General Motors manufacturing facility and had a three-year exclusive with the company.

Following that experience, he placed most of the start-up executives for the Eastern Seaboard’s BMW manufacturing facility.

Clayton Wade is a council member with the Gerson Lehrman Group, the New Yorkbased international research and consulting firm, and has been a national panel judge with the Thailand Property Awards for many years.

The American-born entrepreneur is

known throughout the Asia-Pacific region for his writing, public speaking and television presentations. His many accomplishments in promoting real estate on Thailand’s Eastern Seaboard include having been a guest speaker with several of Thailand’s top political and business figures on CNBC’s Managing Asia.

Premier Homes is Pattaya’s leader in exclusive property sales and rentals, which may be seen by visiting their website at: www.premierinternational.com. Clayton Wade may be contacted at +(66) (81) 634-2915 or at: clayton@premierinternational.com

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GM Outlook

From Early Bird Pioneer to Sophisticated Executive Surat "Mike" Mekavarakul

by Barry Kenyon

If you really want to know what makes Pattaya tick, it would be hard to find a better or more experienced source than Surat (Mike) Mekavarakul. He first opened a souvenir shop in south Pattaya, near the entrance to Walking Street, in the 1970s, when the resort was famous mostly as a rest and recreation haven for American forces during the war in Vietnam, Laos and Cambodia. “This was my

W

ith the departure of the Americans after the fall of Saigon in 1975, Mike decided – in spite of the doubts of many of his contemporaries – that Pattaya had a great future as a tourist beach centre. He opened the now famous Mike Department Store, near Walking Street, which was Pattaya’s first general-purchase store with clearly marked prices, as well as the upstairs Mike Hotel at the same site. “I sensed at the time that many tourists were looking for fair prices without any hassle and good value accommodation,” he says.

Now president of The Group of Mike Companies, Mike has successfully chartered his course through the many ups and downs in Pattaya over the last 20 years and more. The current portfolio includes both Mike Shopping Malls (the second one is on Beach Road and Second Road going towards Central Road), Cape

Dara Resort, Baron Beach Hotel, Mike Hotel, Mike Beach Resort and Mike Orchid Villas 1 and 2.

His family, including five grown-up children and his wife, are all involved in running the businesses in one capacity or another.

For example one is general manager of Baron Beach Hotel, close to the Pattaya police headquarters, and another is in charge of marketing at Cape Dara Resort, situated in the most attractive and scenic coastal area of North Pattaya.

Many people would say that the jewel in the crown is Cape Dara Resort with its unrivalled panoramic sea views and five star luxury in a 26-storey magisterial edifice amid lush tropical surroundings which include its own beach. With 75 percent occupancy in the week

and 100 percent at weekend, Cape Dara Resort has already established itself as the only hotel in the Wong Amart area in which every room features exhilarating glimpses of a remarkable view in every direction. It is no coincidence that “dara” means star in Thai because the 264 guest rooms, suites and villa compounds seem to bring the visitor closer to the heavenly bodies.

Asked to explain the popularity of Cape Dara with the increasingly important Thai domestic market as well as the foreign element, Mike says, “What we are offering above all else is a modern contemporary lifestyle in a tranquil area which offers the best of traditional hospitality.” He also points to the exotic beach location, the emphasis on greenery and environmental friendliness – there is a unique and protected forest area next to the resort – and the quality of the service. Not to mention the top-notch menus

PhotoS MIKE PEREZ AND CAPE DARA RESORT

early bird phase,” he recalls with an engaging smile.

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You must combine good judgment with a sense of morality in your business affairs. Never transfer money from one business to another. Each component needs to be successful in its own right.

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and innovative dishes, most spectacularly in the very special Ming Xing Chinese restaurant on the third floor.

Mike knows about the muchpublicized niche markets now being promoted by the Tourist Association of Thailand. They include MICE (meetings and conferences), weddings and celebrations as well as golf enthusiasts and medical tourists. But Mike is reluctant to put his ever-expanding customer base in separate boxes. “What we are running is a seamless whole business. Clearly there are different reasons why foreigners and Thais comes to Pattaya, but we are offering a comprehensive tourist and business facility for the discerning and upscale individuals and families, whatever their particular targets may be.”

Mike has a personal philosophy of how to succeed in business. “Timing is everything. You have to research your market and know when and how to make your investment work. Always have confidence in your product and your

market and underline your business practices with good morality.” It’s clear that Mike has moved with the times and is continuing to do so. The older markets of mass tourism and bachelortype holidays are being replaced by more sophisticated customers who expect the best. Mike thinks that the prospect of Pattaya becoming the new French Riviera over the next six years might be a little bit optimistic, but “that’s certainly the trend as the resort becomes more and more international.”

With a bachelor’s and master’s

degree respectively at Thammasat University and The National Institute of Development and Administration, Mike is too busy these days to have much time for leisure. However, amongst his social status responsibilities are president of Banglamung Cultural Chamber, manager of Chaimongkol Royal Temple, membership of the 1st Board of Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau, past president of the Pattaya Business and Tourism Association and vice-president of the Sawang Boriboon Foundation. His insignia include the fifth class of Royal Crown, fifth class of Royal White Elephant and fourth class of Royal Crown.

“Above all, I have great confidence in the future of Thailand. At present there is some malfunction in the political system of the country, but that is a cyclical phenomenon. After disagreeing strongly Thais will come together again as it’s a national trait.

We just have to be patient and wait for the right moment.” Indeed, good timing always was one of Mike’s strongest traits.

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Guest House/Pub Articles for Sale Dongtan Beach: 4 rooms (ptmas-e0009)Mobility Leasehold: 3+3 Rent: Scooters -- Free test ride at your home! Portable mobility 23,000 Baht/Month. Fully scooters, latest models. Full occupied SALE PRICE: ser vice from Thailand’s 1,499,000 THB please call mobility scooter specialist. 0823440822 (eng) 085-910Call 081 875 0860 or 02 964 5124 (Thai) Email at admin@ 8405-07, www.ecobrand. bobbybrooks.com net, info@ecobrand.net French Restaurant for for prices and brochures. Sale/Lease: Established Contact us now for your free 11 years in the same location in Jomtien rent 25K THB test ride at your home! p/m. 6 year lease. Sale Business Price: 3,950,000 THB Opportunities includes everything please A L e a d i n g E n g l i s h call 0823440822 Email at Language Magazine for admin@bobbybrooks.com sale, 2 Million baht. Call 089 THAI RESTAURANT 607 9850 for more details WITH ROOMS IN BUSY (ptmpt-bo00)For Sale L O C A T I O N - S i n g l e or Lease. 23 Nice Two three storey building in the Room Apartments located busiest foot traffic location in 3 buildings on a one rai in Jomtien, presently a Thai land parcel in a very central restaurant with rooms above, location south Pattaya. Within easy to convert to office, 5 min walking distance to massage or retail premises. walking street, however For sale 950,000 Bt, monthly still a quiet and secure area. rent of 20,000 Bt and no For more info contact 081 key money. Website Ref: 9099098, No agents please BUSS026. Tel: 085 129 5657.

Office and Commercial Email: lam@pattaya-jomtienRetail Space: For Lease in a property.com. www.pattayaGreat Location on Thrappaya jomtien-property.com Ro a d , i m p r o ve m e n t s OFFICE – RETAIL WITH includes Kitchen/ensuite ROOMS – Ideally located bathroom and street frontage on a highly visible corner with Clear Glass around, location in Soi Korpai. A 195,000 THB (leasehold) single unit 4 storey building 20K THB rent per month with ground floor office and 3 rooms on the upper call: 085-910-5124 R e s t a u r a n t f o r S a l e floors, in a really great traffic i n P r i m e L o c a t i o n location in this busy Soi. For J o m t i e n ( T h a p p r a y a Sale: Leasehold 150,000 (this Road) rent 25K THB p/m. includes security deposit) 3+3 year lease. Sale Price: and a monthly rent of just 1,690,000 THB includes 12,000 Bt and no key money. everything furniture, fixtures Website Ref: COMS027.

Tel: 085 129 5657. Email: stock-good cash flow please lam@pattaya-jomtiencall 0823440822 Email at property.com. www.pattayaadmin@bobbybrooks.com jomtien-property.com S k y Vi e w Pe n t h o u s e RESTAURANT – FINE Re s t a u r a n t f o r S a l e / DINING - A great Lease: Stunning views of opportunity to take over Pattaya and Jomtien Bay this leasehold fine dining Decorated in Vietnamese restaurant in a quiet location and French Style. 500 sqm between South Pattaya and Rent 45k THB p/m. SALE Jomtien. The restaurant, PRICE: 4,950,000 THB with a well fitted commercial includes everything please kitchen, offers 40 seats in the call 0823440822 Email at ambiance of the intimate admin@bobbybrooks.com interior with a further 30 Guest House/Coffee Shop seats available for those who Soi Buakhao: 6 rooms desire to dine alfresco on Leasehold: 3+3 Rent: the spacious garden terrace.

30,000 Baht/Month. 19% There are 2 bedrooms, 2 cash return annually SALE bathrooms and living room PRICE: 2,100,000 THB on the 1st floor and a private please call 0823440822 (eng) pool that are at the moment 085-910-5124 (Thai) Email at used by the owners for their admin@bobbybrooks.com own living accommodation.

The business is being sold leasehold this includes company with one Work Per mit, a monthly rent of 40,000 Bt and NO key money. For Sale: 2.9m Bt. Website Ref: BUSS028.

Tel: 085 129 5657. Email: lam@pattaya-jomtienproperty.com. www.pattayajomtien-property.com GUESTHOUSE & BAR Ideally located profitable 10 room guesthouse and bar. Located in a busy Soi in Central Jomtien and close to the beach is this 3 unit building with the ground floor running as a bar with pool table, music system and large flat screen TV. There is ample room to install a kitchen to offer breakfast and food to the guests and customers. The upper floors contain 10 renovated and fully furnished guest rooms with new AC units, a store room and maids room. An established business. For Sale: Leasehold 3.3m Bt, monthly rent 30,000 Bt with key money. Website Ref: BUSS019. Tel: 085 129 5657.

Email: lam@pattaya-jomtienproperty.com. www.pattayajomtien-property.com GUESTHOUSE – 6 ROOMS & GROUND FLOOR RETAIL UNIT. A single unit guesthouse in a central location in Jomtien, 4 storey , 6 bedroom recently been renovated and furnished.

The ground floor is suitable for office, massage, beauty salon etc. the upper floors have either one very spacious bedroom with AC, en-suite bathrooms with showers, larg e LCD TV, fridg e, kitchenette and balcony or 2 smaller bedrooms with AC, en-suite bathrooms with shower, large LCD TV, fridge, kitchenette and balcony. For Sale 6.9m Bt . Website Ref: BUSS026. Tel: 085 129 5657.

Email: lam@pattaya-jomtienproperty.com. www.pattayajomtien-property.com

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Learn Fruit and Vegetables Carving from a Professional teacher with more than 18 years experience. For inquiries contact Yui at tel no. 0863209569 and/or 0852385453 or email at yuibua@hotmail.co.th (pta-tk0008)Do you want to Study Thai Language or Thai Culture in Fun & Easy Way? Come to Thankful Knowledge Learning Center. Learn with the native professional teachers. Affordable price & friendly environment call 038 373 175 or 038 416 493. We speak Thai, English, German & Deutsch.

Apartment for Sale

Life’s a Beach – and you could be Living this P r iv i l e g e d L i f e S t y l e Tomorrow. Two spectacular beach side apartments have just come on the market.

Situated on Na Jomtien’s sandy quiet beach they both offer a piece of paradise. The Penthouse is a 240 sq/m, 2-storey (4th& 5th floors), 3 bedrooms, 2 shower rooms, 3 toilets with extra large balconies rear and front with full sea view. Semi furnished.

Price: 55,000 Baht/month on yearly contract (other terms can be arranged). Apartment 1 is 140 sq/m, 2nd floor, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms/ showers. Semi furnished.

Extra large balconies rear and front with full sea view.

Price: 34,000 Baht/month on 1 year basis (other terms can be arranged). Contact: Tony Trail – Drifters Café and Apartments – Tel: (Thai) 087-7432319 or (Eng) 0816198626. info@ driftersbeachcafe.com www.driftersbeachcafe.com

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HOUSES FOR SALE Charming Tropical Bangsarey Home! Selling Price 12.5 Million Baht, 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms, 160 Sqm/183 TLW. (PR2799) Beautiful Home in Jomtien Yacht Club!! Selling Price 29 Million Baht, 4+1 Bedrooms/4+1 Bathrooms, 390 Sqm/212 TLW. (PR5846) Great Phoenix Lakeside Family Home! Selling Price 10.5 Million Baht 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms, 180 Sqm/200 TLW. (PR5035) Spectacular 7 Bedrooms Luxury Resort Style Residence on 3 Rai ! Selling Price 39 Million Baht and 7 Bedrooms/4+2 Bathrooms, 400 Sqm/3 Rai. (PR6004) Amazing Pratamnak Luxury Estate! Selling Price 60 Million Baht, 4+1 Bedrooms/5 Bathrooms, 634 Sqm/330 TLW. (PR5946) Great Family Home Near Town! Selling Price 24 Million Baht, 5+1 Bedrooms/7 Bathrooms, 1 Rai/660 Sqm. (PR6363) Stunning Townhome on Jomtien’s Dongtan Beachfront! Selling Price 22 Million Baht, 3 Bedroom/4 Bathrooms, 25 TLW/400 Sqm. (PR6083) Charming Detached House with swimming pool and lovely gardens in Wongamat Location! Selling Price 25 Million Baht, Baht, 3 Bedroom/3 Bathrooms, 300 TLW/300 Sqm. (PR6075)

HOUSES FOR RENT Fantastic Home in Great Developement! Rental Price 110,000 Baht/ Month, 4 Bedrooms/5 Bathrooms, 440 Sqm/300 TLW. (PR2184) Gorgeous and Brand New Marina Home! Rental Price 90,000 Baht/ Month, 3+1 Bedrooms/4 Bathrooms, 400 Sqm/120 TLW. (PR3982) Impressive Lakeside Estate Home! Rental Price 125,000 Baht/ Month, 5 Bedrooms/6 Bathrooms, 650 Sqm/600 TLW. This is an absolutely fantastic family home right on a lake next to Phoenix Golf Club and in the country just minutes from town. (PR5679) Resort Living just 50 meters from the Beach in Jomtien! Rental Price 75,000 Baht / Month, 4 Bedrooms/5 Bathrooms, 400 Sqm/25 TLW. (PR2977) Wonderful Beachside Homes! Rental Price 80,000-110,000 Baht/ Month, 3-5 Bedrooms/4-5 Bathrooms, 188-280 Sqm./75-100 TLW. (PRH133) Nice Rental Home in Phoenix Golf Course Area! Rental Price 95,000 Baht/Month, 3 Bedrooms/4 Bathrooms, 400 Sqm/600 TLW. (PR5230) Fantastic Home in the Mabprachan Lake Area! Rental Price 80,000 Baht/Month, 5 Bedrooms/3+1 Bathrooms, 360 Sqm/400 TLW. (PR0193) Stunning and Gorgeous Home for Rent! Rental Price 90,000 Baht/ Month, 3+1 Bedrooms/4 Bathrooms, 400 Sqm/120 TLW. (PR3982) Beachfront Villa with Impressive Interior Design! Rental Price 130,000 Baht/Month, 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms, 350 Sqm/400 TLW. (PR6017)

CONDOS FOR SALE Spectacular Penthouse For Sale! Selling Price 23.9 Million Baht, 2 Bedroom/4 Bathroom, 363 Sqm. (PR5414) Wonderfully Designed Luxury Apartment! Selling Price 10.5 Million Baht, 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom, 134 Sqm. (PR5559) Beautiful Apartment with Sea Views! Selling Price 12.6 Million Baht, 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom, 135 Sqm. (PR4136) Foreigner Ownership in Jomtien’s La Royale! Selling Price 11.95 Million Baht, 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom, 148 Sqm. (PR4015) Great Sea Views and In Town Location! Selling Price 29.5 Million Baht, 3 Bedroom/3 Bathroom, 268 Sqm. (PR5786) Great Jomtien Beach Area Apartment! Selling Price 3.5 Million Baht, 1 Bedroom/2 Bathrooms, 80 Sqm. (PR5084) High Floor View Talay III Condo Apartment!! Selling Price 14.4 Million Baht, 2 Bedrooms/2 Bathrooms, 198 Sqm. (PR5075) Nicely Decorated Apartment in Town at Northshore! Selling Price 9 Million Baht, 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom, 67 Sqm. (PR4990) Great Sea Views and Stunning Décor in North Pattaya! Selling Price 7.474 Million Baht, 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom, 74 Sqm. (PR4862) Wongamat Bay Sea View Apartment....This Month Huge Reduction! Selling Price is 13.5 Million Baht, 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms, 210 Sqm. (PR3390) Best priced Apartment in Na Jomtien’s Pine Shore Condo!

Selling Price is 8 Million Baht, 2 Bedrooms/2 Bathrooms, 91 Sqm. (PR4987) Sea, Sunset and Island Views at Jomtien Beach! Selling Price 10 Million Baht, 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom. 165 Sqm, (PR6410)

CONDOS FOR RENT Very Impressive Sea View Apartment!! Rental Price is 40,000 Baht/ Month, 1 Bedrooms/1 Bathrooms, 64 Sqm. (PR5045) Beachfront Living at its Best for Rent! Rental Price is 42,000-227,500 Baht/Month, 2-5 Bedrooms/2-5 Bathrooms, 77-450 Sqm. (PRC084) Beachfront Life Style for Rent! Rental Price is 85,000 Baht/Month, 3 Bedrooms/4 Bathrooms, 266 Sqm. (PR0737) North Pattaya Beachfront Apartment....Definitely a 5 Star Lifestyle! Rental Price is 100,000 Baht/Month, 3 Bedrooms/4 Bathrooms, 311 Sqm. (PR4262) Modern Designed Beachfront Apartment! Rental Price is 48,000 Baht/Month, 2 Bedrooms/2 Bathrooms, 101 Sqm. (PR5423) Stunning Apartment for Rent in Northshore! Rental Price 40,000 Baht/Month, 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom, 64 Sqm. (PR4570) Fantastically Designed Apartment at Grand Condotel! Rental Price 42,000 Baht/Month, 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom, 95 Sqm. (PR4187) Luxury Suite Condominium on Pratamnak Hill! Rental Price 50,000 Baht/Month, 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom, 115 Sqm. (PR6391) Modern Designed Beachfront Apartment! Rental Price 60,000 Baht/ Month, 2+1 Bedroom/3 Bathroom. 214 Sqm, (PR5166) Beautiful Apartment with Spacious Living Area! Rental Price 55,000 Baht/Month, 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom. 340 Sqm. (PR5491)

Call Premier Homes Co., Ltd. 038-231-931 and 081-64-2915

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Located Inside an E xc l u s ive a n d G a t e d Villa ge Pr oximate to Sukhumvit Road and Thepprasit Road. Built of Thai-Bali architecture sitting on more than 500 square meters of prime land in the resort city. Resorttype swimming pool and landscaped gardens, 3 bedrooms, entertainment room, living room and dining area, European kitchen, staff quarter with own toilet (or office) and bath and separate entrance. All internal areas fixed with split-type air conditioners. Spacious balconies (lounge) areas.

Covered garage spacious for two (2) vehicles. For Sale 13 Million Baht or for Rent 60,000 baht per month.

Call 089 607 9850. (ptmhfs-O2312)Beautiful – New – 3 Bed 2 Bathroom House on 1 Rai 45 TW with fruit trees and own water well, internet and cable connected.

Near Mabprachan Lake. A real bargain for the discerning buyer. 6.9 million 083 102 9293 Pool Villa For Sale – Jomtien - A very nice renovation, the detached single storey villa, land area 248 sqm , living area 130 sqm. Stylishly furnished throughout with top quality fittings, 3 bedrooms, 2 luxurious bathrooms, full European white kitchen with oven and microwave, dining area, living room, flat screen LCD TV in every room, small private pool, pool side terrace, water features, remote closing gates, communal pool, 24/7 security and just 600m to Jomtien Night Plaza, food market, restaurants, shops and bars. Great value.

Price: Reduced to 4.99m Bt.Website Ref: PLVS142.

Tel: 085 129 5657. Email: lam@pattaya-jomtienproperty.com. www.pattayajomtien-property.com Pool Villa For Sale – East Jomtien. Single storey 140 sqm villa in a quiet secluded small development on land plot 280 sqm, stylishly finished and fur nished throughout, 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, European kitchen, living room, dining area, covered terrace, sun deck, lagoon style private pool, covered parking, 24/7 security, less than a 5 minute drive to Sukhumvit Road.Sale Price: 4.5m Bt. Website Ref: PLVS169.

Tel: 085 129 5657. Email: lam@pattaya-jomtienproperty.com. www.pattayajomtien-property.com

House For Sale – Bang Saray - Nicely designed new single storey house, Living area 132sqm, Land area 400sqm, in this popular area of Bang Saray. The property is built to European standards offering 2 bedrooms, 2 luxury bathrooms, European kitchen with oven, spacious living room, dining area, patio terrace, car parking and landscaped gardens.

Really great value for money and less than 5 minutes to the beautiful beach, shops, restaurants, bars and 20 minutes from Jomtien. .

Price: 2.95m Bt. Website Ref: HSES092. Tel: 085 129 5657. Email: lam@pattayajomtien-property.com. www. pattaya-jomtien-property.com House For Sale – East Pattaya - Located on a spacious corner plot in this popular, quiet and secure village less than 5 minutes from Sukhumvit Road and Central Pattaya, the single storey property is offered living area 150 sqm , land area 390 sqm ,unfurnished with 3 bedrooms, 2 luxury b a t h r o o m s, E u r o p e a n kitchen, living room, dining area, landscaped tropical gardens, communal pool and clubhouse, 24/7 security.

An ideal property for those looking for a quiet and secure village yet near to all amenities. .Price: 4.99m Bt. Website Ref: HSES096.

Tel: 085 129 5657. Email: lam@pattaya-jomtienproperty.com. www.pattayajomtien-property.com House For Sale – East Pattaya - Two storey semidetached houses in a very quiet secure development just a 5 minute drive from Sukhumvit Road. Very spacious, well furnished and offering 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, open plan lounge, dining area, European kitchen with oven, car parking, clubhouse, communal pool and 24/7 security. Outstanding value for such large family homes.

The seller has in total six of these rental properties, five with tenants in place, that are rented for between 17,000 Bt and 20,000 Bt per month on medium to long term leases bringing in a return of 8%.

Only for sale because of the owners continued ill health problems. They can be purchased individually from 1.99m Bt to 2.2m Bt each or all six houses together for 11.9m Bt. Website Ref: HSES071.

Tel: 085 129 5657. Email: lam@pattaya-jomtienproperty.com. www.pattayajomtien-property.com

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C h a r m i n g Tr o p i c a l Bangsarey Home! Selling Price 12.5 Million Baht, 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms, 160 Sqm/183 TLW. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR2799) Beautiful Home in Jomtien Yacht Club!!

Selling Price 29 Million Baht, 4+1 Bedrooms/4+1 Bathrooms, 390 Sqm/212 TLW. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or

by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR5846) Great Phoenix Lakeside Family Home! Selling Price 10.5 Million Baht 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms, 180 Sqm/200 TLW. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR5035)

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Spectacular 7 Bedrooms Luxur y Resor t Style Residence on 3 Rai ! Selling Price 39 Million Baht and 7 Bedrooms/4+2 Bathrooms, 400 Sqm/3 Rai. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR6004) Amazing Pratamnak Luxur y Estate! Selling Price 60 Million Baht, 4+1 Bedrooms/5 Bathrooms, 634 Sqm/330 TLW. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR5946) Great Family Home Near Town! Selling Price 24 Million Baht, 5+1 Bedrooms/7 Bathrooms, 1 Rai/660 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or

by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR6363)

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S t u n n i n g To w n h o m e on Jomtienâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Dongtan Beachfront! Selling Price 22 Million Baht, 3 Bedroom/4 Bathrooms, 25 TLW/400 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or

by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com.

(PR6083) Char ming Detached House with swimming pool and lovely gardens in Wongamat Location!

Selling Price 25 Million Baht, Baht, 3 Bedroom/3 Bathrooms, 300 TLW/300 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or

by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com.

(PR6075) Beautiful Home in Tadarawadi Village For Sale! Selling Price 42,075,000 Million Baht, 4 Bedroom /4 Bathrooms, 526 TLW/769 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or

by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com.

(PR5758)

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Great Jomtien Park Villa with Very Nice Modern Furniture! Selling Price 34 Million Baht, 4 Bedrooms/4 Bathrooms, 238 TLW/500 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or

by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com.

(PR4176) Gorgeou s L ake Vi ew Thabali Home! Selling Price 7.5 Million Baht, 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms, 90 TLW/206 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com.

(PR4465) Great Home in the very popular Siam Royal View! Selling Price 29.9 Million Baht, 4 Bedrooms/5 Bathrooms, 1 Rai/360 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com.

(PR4211)

EXCLUSIVE DISTRIBUTOR FOR PATTAYA

Established manufacturer and supplier of cleaning solutions and chemicals are looking for an exclusive distributor/franchisee within Pattaya for their complete product range. A solid sales base has already been built up within area with a turnover in excess of THB 3 million. Interested parties must be motivated to grow sales.

Franchise For Sale THB 1 million

For further information contact Sven on 087 283 5349 or email sven.tbac@gmail.com

A Really Unique Estate on One Rai of Land! Selling Price 50 Million Baht, 6 Bedrooms/7 Bathrooms, 1000 Sqm/440 TLW. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR5052) Great Home in View Talay Villas! Selling Price 12.9 Million Baht, 2 Bedrooms/2 Bathrooms, 160 Sqm/72 TLW. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or

by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR4854) Great Private Estate Home!

Selling Price 14.9 Million Baht, 4+1 Bedrooms/5 Bathrooms, 375 Sqm/500 TLW. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or

by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR5365) Stunning House at Santa Maria For Sale! Selling Price 37.5 Million Baht, 4+2 Bedrooms/6 Bathrooms, 900 Sqm/650 TLW. This is an exceptional home built with the best of materials furnished with only the best. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or

by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR5790) Great Home in Town!

Selling Price 6.9 Million Baht, 3+1 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms, 280 Sqm/70 TLW. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or

by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR6394) Tropical Jomtien Villa with Private Swimming Pool: Thai-Bali Style, 3 Bedrooms 4 Bathrooms, And 524 Sqm Sale Price: 8,250,000 THB. (Co Name) Please call 0823440822 (eng) 085-910-5124 (Thai) Email at admin@bobbybrooks.com

J O M T I E N PA L A C E ESTATES- Modern style 6 bedrooms home, 3 bath, and 3 beds upstairs and downstairs. Living Area 280 SQM 10.9 million (Co name) please call 0823440822 (eng) 085-910-5124 (Thai) Email at admin@bobbybrooks.com View Talay Villas with Private Swimming Pool, Jomtien 1 bed 1 bath 4.59 mil (co name) Freehold.

Please call 0823440822 (eng) 085-910-5124 (Thai) Email to admin@bobbybrooks.com Nice House 2 Bed 2 Bath for Sale off Soi Khao Talo: 2 Bedrooms 2 Bathrooms, 1 Living Room, Total Size 156 Sqm 1,899,000 THB. (Freehold) Thai Name Please call 0823440822 (eng) 085910-5124 (Thai) Email at admin@bobbybrooks.com Pob Choke Garden Hill â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Just Built - New House 2 Bed 2 Bath. Located in Bangsaray just off hwy. 331. Sale Price: 1,699, 000 THB (Freehold) please call 0823440822 (eng) 085-910-5124 (Thai) Email at admin@bobbybrooks.com Nirvana Pool Villas 1 - 3 Bed 3 Bath House with Private Pool/Fully Fur nished/ Enclosed Garage 364 SQM. Sale Price: 5.9 Million THB co. name (Freehold) please call 0823440822 (eng) 085910-5124 (Thai) Email at admin@bobbybrooks.com Baan Suay Mai NgamNewer 2 Bed 4 Bath House/ fully furnished/private pool/ owner must sell 3.25 Million Thai name. (Freehold) please call 0823440822 (eng) 085910-5124 (Thai) Email at admin@bobbybrooks.com View Talay Villa with Private Swimming Pool, Jomtien 2 bed 2 bath 7.9 million (co name) Freehold.

Please call 0823440822 (eng) 085-910-5124 (Thai) Email to admin@bobbybrooks.com

House for Rent

(ptmhfr-n0313) OCCASION! Beautiful townhouse (South Pattaya), just 2 minutes to city or beach, green environment, superbly fully furnished, 3 bedrooms, 3 televisions, ADSL, garage.

Must have seen! Contact: 089248 8484 EAKMONGKOL 4. 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, 2 A/C, fully fur nished European Standard. Corner lot. 12,000 baht per month.

Call 089 607 9850 Wat Nongkete Noi. 2 Bed, 2 Bath, 3 AIR-CON. Fully furnished, quiet area, 24hour security. Long-term rent only. 10,000 baht per month. 081 782 1164 Mooban Ponthep 2. 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms.

Fully furnished. 24-hour security. 18,000 baht per month. 081 782 1164.

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House for Rent

Located Inside an E xc l u s ive a n d G a t e d Villa ge Pr oximate to Sukhumvit Road and Thepprasit Road. Built of Thai-Bali architecture sitting on more than 500 square meters of prime land in the resort city. Resorttype swimming pool and landscaped gardens, 3 bedrooms, entertainment room, living room and dining area, European kitchen, staff quarter with own toilet (or office) and bath and separate entrance. All internal areas fixed with split-type air conditioners. Spacious balconies (lounge) areas.

Covered garage spacious for two (2) vehicles. For Longterm rent 60,000 baht per month. Call 089 607 9850.

J O M T I E N PA L A C E HOME- 3 Bdrm 3 Baths modern 140 SQM Fully fur nished with private Jacuzzi, towels, and linens.

25,000 per month for (1 year lease) please call 085910-5124 Email at admin@ bobbybrooks.com View Talay Villas with Private Swimming Pool, Jomtien 2 bed 2 bath 35,000 THB/Month (1 Year Lease) Fully Equipped Please call 085-910-5124 Email to admin@bobbybrooks.com

House For Rent – Jomtien - Spacious furnished two storey proper ty in this popular village just a minutes drive to Jomtien Beach. The property offers 4 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, European kitchen, open plan lounge, living area 300 sqm ,land area 324 sqm, covered parking, communal pool, 24/7 security and just 5 minutes from Tesco and downtown Pattaya. Minimum rental period of 6 months applies.

Rent 38,000 Bt per month.

Website Ref: HSER046.

Tel: 085 129 5657. Email: lam@pattaya-jomtienproperty.com. www.pattayajomtien-property.com House For Rent – East Pattaya - A two storey semidetached house in a very quiet secure development just a 5 minute drive from Sukhumvit R o a d . Ve r y s p a c i o u s, furnished and offering 3 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, open plan lounge, dining area, European kitchen with oven, car parking, clubhouse, communal pool and 24/7 security. Outstanding value for a large family home. A minimum rental period of 6 months applies at 17,000 Bt per month. Website Ref: HSER011. Tel: 085 129 5657.

Email: lam@pattaya-jomtienproperty.com. www.pattayajomtien-property.com

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House for Rent – Ban Amphur - A really spacious 340 sqm 4 storey semid e t a ch e d t ow n h o u s e, stylishly finished and furnished in a modern ThaiBali style offering 3 en-suite bedrooms, 1 guest bedroom (presently used as an office), 4 luxurious bathrooms, fully fitted European kitchen complete with oven and washing machine, dining room, open plan living room, snooker room, top floor lounge-TV room leading onto a large balcony with great views over the sea and Ocean Marina. A really great value rental, 200m to the beach, offering great views from the higher floors.

Minimum rental period of 1 year applies at 40,000 Bt per month. Website Ref: HSER011. Tel: 085 129 5657.

Email: lam@pattaya-jomtienproperty.com. www.pattayajomtien-property.com Pool Villa For Rent – Jomtien - Stylishly finished and furnished pool villa, living area 80 sqm, land area 240 sqm, ideally located just 250m from Jomtien Beach offering 1 bedroom, 1 luxurious bathroom, European kitchen, living room, private pool, sun terrace, communal pool, restaurant, 24/7 security, 100m to numerous restaurants, shops, bars in Jomtien Night Plaza.

Minimum rental period of 1 month applies at 40,000 Bt. Website Ref: PLVR300.

Tel: 085 129 5657. Email: lam@pattaya-jomtienproperty.com. www.pattayajomtien-property.com

Pool Villa For Rent – Jomtien - Ideally located 250m from the beach and just 100m from Jomtien Night Plaza. The 140 sqm villa offers 2 en-suite bedrooms, 2 luxury bathrooms, European kitchen, living room and dining area, private pool with poolside terrace and sun deck, landscaped garden, communal pool, restaurant, 24/7 security. Monthly rates are 75,000 Bt (excluding utilities) in low season from 1st April through to 31st October but excluding August and high season 1st November to 31st March and August 90,000 Bt per month (excluding utilities).

Also available for weekly leases contact us for details.

Website Ref: PLVR314.

Tel: 085 129 5657. Email: lam@pattaya-jomtienproperty.com. www.pattayajomtien-property.com Fantastic Home in Great Developement! Rental Price 110,000 Baht/Month, 4 Bedrooms/5 Bathrooms, 440 Sqm/300 TLW. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR2184)

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Gorgeous and Brand New Marina Home! Rental Price 90,000 Baht/Month, 3+1 Bedrooms/4 Bathrooms, 400 Sqm/120 TLW. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR3982) I m p r e s s ive L a ke s i d e Estate Home! Rental Price 125,000 Baht/Month, 5 Bedrooms/6 Bathrooms, 650 Sqm/600 TLW. This is an absolutely fantastic family home right on a lake next to Phoenix Golf Club and in the country just minutes from town. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or

by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR5679) Resor t Living just 50 meters from the Beach in Jomtien! Rental Price 75,000 Baht / Month, 4 Bedrooms/5 Bathrooms, 400 Sqm/25 TLW. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or

by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR2977) Wonderful Beachside Homes! Rental Price 80,000110,000 Baht/Month, 3-5 Bedrooms/4-5 Bathrooms, 188-280 Sqm./75-100 TLW For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PRH133)

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Nice Rental Home in Phoenix Golf Cour se Area! Rental Price 95,000 Baht/Month, 3 Bedrooms/4 Bathrooms, 400 Sqm/600 TLW. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or

by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR5230) Fantastic Home in the Mabprachan Lake Area!

Rental Price 80,000 Baht/ Month, 5 Bedrooms/3+1 Bathrooms, 360 Sqm/400 TLW. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or

by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR0193) Stunning and Gorgeous Home for Rent! Rental Price 90,000 Baht/Month, 3+1 Bedrooms/4 Bathrooms, 400 Sqm/120 TLW. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR3982) Beachfront Villa with Impressive Interior Design! Rental Price 130,000 Baht/Month, 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms, 350 Sqm/400 TLW. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or

by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR6017)

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Condo for Sale

The Residence – This executive low rise building is one of the most popular in the area, located in a quiet non-tourist location just 1km from Jomtien Beach. This 52 sqm pool facing studio offers 1 luxurious bathroom, small European style kitchen, open plan living area, large balcony overlooking the exclusive lagoon style pool, fitness, hotel style reception, car parking, 24/7 security, 800m to Jomtien Night Plaza and fresh food market. For Sale: 1.79m Bt in foreign name.

Website Ref: CDOS700.

Tel: 085 129 5657. Email: lam@pattaya-jomtienproperty.com. www.pattayajomtien-property.com Avatara - With great sea views from Koh Larn down to Bang Saray and just 40m back from the beach, this high floor unit is superbly finished and stylishly furnished throughout with a stunning interior offering 68sqm 1 bedroom with fitted wardrobes and large balcony, 1 luxurious bathroom with open shower, fully fitted European kitchen with breakfast bar, open plan living room with large balcony, roof top infinity pool, Jacuzzi, fitness, key card entry, 24/7 security, Wifi and just 40m walk to the beach, numerous fish restaurants, shops, and taxis. For Sale: 6.9m Bt in foreign name.

Website Ref: CDOS582.

Tel: 085 129 5657. Email: lam@pattaya-jomtienproperty.com. www.pattayajomtien-property.com

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The Gallery - Very popular new moder n low rise buildings ideally located in Central Jomtien, just 150m from the new Night Plaza and the beach. This high floor sea view studio, 26 sqm has been stylishly and expensively furnished throughout with fitted wardrobe and LCD TV, luxurious bathroom, European kitchen, roof top infinity edge communal pool, sundeck, fitness, key card entry, reception, 24/7 security. For Sale : 2.1m Bt in foreign name. Website Ref: CDOS128. Tel: 085 129 5657.

Email: lam@pattaya-jomtienproperty.com. www.pattayajomtien-property.com View Talay Residence - Superbly finished and stylishly fur nished throughout, this new 101 sqm one bedroom mid floor condo has white UPVC double glazed windows and doors, European kitchen, huge luxury bathroom with shower and bath tub, open plan lounge and dining area, large wrap round corner balcony overlooking the communal pool, sauna, excellent security. These new stylish low rise buildings are extremely popular, ideally located in the heart of Jomtien near Jomtien 2 nd Road and just 150m from Jomtien Beach and numerous restaurants, shops, bars and taxis... This unit is priced to sell, in foreign name. For Sale : 4.3m Bt. Website Ref: CDOS069. Tel: 085 129 5657.

Email: lam@pattaya-jomtienproperty.com. www.pattayajomtien-property.com

FOR SALE - MANUFACTURER AND SUPPLIER OF CLEANING SOLUTIONS AND CHEMICALS The company manufactures and supplies cleaning materials to the commercial market – hotels, restaurants, guesthouses and numerous other businesses under a brand name. The hard work has been done in setting up the business and establishing a good customer base. Last year the business turnover was in excess of THB 5 million. The owner has to reluctantly sell due to personal reasons, however is willing to stay on for period of time to oversee the transfer of the business to a new owner.

Sale Price THB 7.9 million For further information contact Sven on 087 283 5349 or email sven.tbac@gmail.com

Spectacular Penthouse For Sale! Selling Price 23.9 Million Baht, 2 Bedroom/4 Bathroom, 363 Sqm For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR5414) Wonderfully Designed Luxury Apartment! Selling Price 10.5 Million Baht, 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom, 134 Sqm For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or

by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR5559) Beautiful Apartment with Sea Views! Selling Price 12.6 Million Baht, 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom, 135 Sqm For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or

by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR4136) Foreigner Ownership in Jomtien’s La Royale! Selling Price 11.95 Million Baht, 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom, 148 Sqm For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or

by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR4015) Great Sea Views and In Town Location! Selling Price 29.5 Million Baht, 3 Bedroom/3 Bathroom, 268 Sqm For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or

by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR5786) Gr eat Jomtien Beach Area Apartment! Selling Price 3.5 Million Baht, 1 Bedroom/2 Bathrooms, 80 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or

by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR5084) High Floor View Talay III Condo Apartment!! Selling Price 14.4 Million Baht, 2 Bedrooms/2 Bathrooms, 198 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or

by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR5075)

Nicely Decorated Apartment in Town at Northshore! Selling Price 9 Million Baht, 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom, 67 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR4990) Gr eat Sea Views and Stunning Décor in North Pattaya! Selling Price 7.474 Million Baht, 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom, 74 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR4862) Wongamat Bay Sea View Apartment....This Month Huge Reduction! Selling Price is 13.5 Million Baht, 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms, 210 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or

by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR3990) Best priced Apartment in Na Jomtien’s Pine Shore Condo! Selling Price is 8 Million Baht, 2 Bedrooms/2 Bathrooms, 91 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR4987) Sea, Sunset and Island Views at Jomtien Beach!

Selling Price 10 Million Baht, 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom.

165 Sqm, For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or

by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR6410) AD Condo Wongamat – Studio 36 sqm 4th floor with view (Foreign Name). SALE PRICE: 899,000 THB. Please call 0823440822 (eng) 0859105124 (Thai) Email at admin@bobbybrooks.com Park Lane Resort – Reduced 200,000 now 1.29 million++ THB. 1 bedroom 1 bath (co name). Pool Side 6th Floor please call 0823440822 (eng) 085-910-5124 (Thai) Email at admin@bobbybrooks.com

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Sunset Boulevard Residence I, Corner Unit 1 Bedroom-1 Bathroom, Total Size 52 Sqm (co. name) Sale Price: 2,595,000 THB++ Please call 0823440822 (eng) 085-910-5124 (Thai) Email at admin@bobbybrooks.com Sunset Boulevard Residence I, (2) Studio Rooms, Total Size 36 Sqm each. Side by side 5th floor units with sea views Sale Price: 1,795,000 THB. Each++. Please call 0823440822 (eng) 085-9105124 (Thai) Email at admin@ bobbybrooks.com Pattaya Heights: Studio, Total Size 52 Sqm. SALE PRICE: 1,699,000 THB. (Foreign name) Please call 0823440822 (eng) 085-9105124 (Thai) Email at admin@ bobbybrooks.com Jomtien Condotel – 81 sq meter 1 Bedroom 1 bathroom 3.59 million T H B ( Fo r e i g n N a m e ) please call 0823440822 (eng) 0859105124 (Thai) Email at admin@bobbybrooks.com View Talay 2B - 10th floor Jomtien Seaview 1 Bedroom 1 Bath 76 (Sqm): 2.890.000 THB. (Thai Name) please call 0823440822 (eng) 0859105124 (Thai) Email at admin@bobbybrooks.com

Condo for Rent

For Rent in Soi 6. 2 bedroom, 1 living room, 84sqm apartment with twobalconies.

Fully furnished, 3 TVs, kitchen, 2 AC’s. Excellent location. 24,000 baht per month.Call: 087 139 1539 For Rent in Soi 6 Pratamnak Jomtien. 42 sqm studio with big balconyfor sea views.

Fully furnished, kitchen.

E ve r y t h i n g y o u n e e d .

Excellent location. 12,000 baht per month.Call: 087 139 1539 S E A - V I E W A PA R TMENT. Newly remodeled, fully furnished unit on high floor in Center Condo.

Nicely appointed. 15,000 baht per month with minimum three-month lease.Call 081 493 5454 (English only) between 9 a.m. and 8 p.m.

Park Lane Resort Jomtien 1 bedroom 1 bath 36 sqm.

12,000 per month. (1 year Lease) Fully furnished linens, cooking utensils and are City Side View please call 085-910-5124 Email at admin@bobbybrooks.com Avatara - With great sea views from Koh Larn down to Bang Saray and just 40m back from the beach, this high floor unit offers great sea and beach views, 68sqm superbly finished and stylishly fur nished throughout with a stunning interior offering 1 bedroom

with fitted wardrobes and large balcony, 1 luxurious bathroom with open shower, fully fitted European kitchen with breakfast bar, open plan living room with large balcony, roof top infinity pool, Jacuzzi, fitness, key card entry, 24/7 security, Wifi and just 40m walk to the beach, numerous fish restaurants, shops, and taxis. Rent: 40,000 Bt per month on 3 month lease and 38,000 Bt on long term lease.

Website Ref: CDOR392.

Tel: 085 129 5657. Email: lam@pattaya-jomtienproperty.com. www.pattayajomtien-property.com Thip Condotel - A newly renovated and stylishly furnished 30 sqm studio with European kitchen, luxury bathroom, washing machine, balcony, communal pool, 24/7 security and a minutes walk to numerous restaurants, shops, bars, Jomtien Night Plaza, taxis and 150m to the beach. Rent: 12,000 Bt per month. Minimum rental period of 1 month applies..

Website Ref: CDOR344.

Tel: 085 129 5657. Email: lam@pattaya-jomtienproperty.com. www.pattayajomtien-property.com The Gallery - A very stylish studio 28 sqm,in these new buildings ideally located just 100m from Jomtien Beach.

The unit has a European style kitchen, luxury bathroom, well furnished living area with LCD TV, rooftop infinity edge swimming pool, fitness, key card entry, 24/7 security. Rent: 13,000 Bt month. Minimum of 6 month lease applies. .

Website Ref: CDOR309.

Tel: 085 129 5657. Email: lam@pattaya-jomtienproperty.com. www.pattayajomtien-property.com Very Impressive Sea View Apartment!! Rental Price is 40,000 Baht/Month, 1 Bedrooms/1 Bathrooms, 64 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or

by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational. com (PR5045) Beachfront Living at its Best for Rent! Rental Price is 42,000-227,500 Baht/ Month, 2-5 Bedrooms/2-5 Bathrooms, 77-450 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PRC084)

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Condo for Rent

Beachfront Life Style for Rent! Rental Price is 85,000 Baht/Month, 3 Bedrooms/4 Bathrooms, 266 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or

by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR0737) North Pattaya Beachfront Apartment....Definitely a 5 Star Lifestyle! Rental Price is 100,000 Baht/Month, 3 Bedrooms/4 Bathrooms, 311 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or

by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR4262) Modern Designed Beachfront Apartment!

Rental Price is 48,000 Baht/ Month, 2 Bedrooms/2 Bathrooms, 101 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR5423) Stunning Apartment for Rent in Northshore! Rental Price 40,000 Baht/Month, 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom, 64 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or

by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR4570) Fantastically Designed Apartment at Grand Condotel! Rental Price 42,000 Baht/Month, 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom, 95 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or

by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR4187)

Luxury Suite Condominium on Pratamnak Hill!

Rental Price 50,000 Baht/ Month, 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom, 115 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or

by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR6391) Modern Designed Beachfront Apartment!

Rental Price 60,000 Baht/ Month, 2+1 Bedroom/3 Bathroom. 214 Sqm, For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR5166) Beautiful Apartment with Spacious Living Area!

Rental Price 55,000 Baht/ Month, 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom. 340 Sqm, For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR5491)

Land for Sale

(ptm-lfs0012)Land for sale.

3.2 Rai 49 TLW, Close to Jomtien 2nd Road. Call: 084 754 4214

Job Vacancies

A leading Irish Pub in Pattaya is looking for a Pub Manager. Qualifications: College degree in Hotel Management or related field; At least 5 years experience in Food & Beverage, or Pub & Restaurant Management role; Strong commercial/ business acumen; understanding of finance; Proficiency in English, and computer literate; Strong inter-personality, leadership, and creative skills; Passion for operation excellence; Strong in driving results; people management and development. Interested candidates please send your compr ehensive resume with recent photo to: supakhun_ch@ minornet.com

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Housekeeper in Naklua.

Full-time 5-6 days a week.

Limited cooking, drivers l i c e n s e a p l u s. G o o d references, prefer age 30-45.

Generous pay relating to experience. Please email to: sanmyn@yahoo.com with full details including education, past experience, age, marital status and residence location or call (Thai) Karuna at 086 110-6674.

Centara Hotel & Resorts.

Will be opening its fourth property in Pattaya, the five-star Centara Grand Phratamnak Pattaya, located at Phratamnak Hill on the East side of the city. Now we are seeking candidates for many position; - Food & Beverage Department (Restaurant Manager, Server, Bartender, Supervisor, Chefs, Commis...) - Front Office Department (Reservation Manager, Night Manager, Front Desk Super visor, Front Desk Clerk, Bell Man...) - Housekeeping Depar tment (Assistant Executive Housekeeper, Floor / Public Area Supervisor, Room / Public Area Attendant, Order Taker...) - Finance & Accounting Department (Financial Controller, Chief Accountant, Purchasing Manager, Cost Controller, AR/AP Supervisor, Night Auditor...) - Spa & Sports Recreation Department (Spa Manager, Therapist, Spa Receptionist, Fitness Supervisor, Pool Attendant...)

- Engineering Department (Technicians). If you are an energetic, organised and result-driven team player who is looking for challenge at the highest level of standards, send your

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Plea for Rubbish Collection (Sylvia Stubbs writes) Whilst I fully agree that Pattaya’s phenomenal growth in the last few years has been a success, by and large, I have noticed that in the last month or so rubbish collections have ground to a halt in some areas, including my own in Jomtien. I phoned the City Hall helpline (1337) and was put through to an English-speaking lady who said that the main problem was shortage of both staff and vehicles. She also explained that the sheer size of the problem is daunting, with the result that it is sometimes necessary to concentrate on the main roads, especially Sukhumvit. However she asked for my address and, lo and behold, the cart appeared the very next day and cleared our street. My own thought is that 40 baht a month is too cheap in this day and age. I would support a rise to 80 baht a month which presumably would assist with the staff problems City Hall is concerned about.

Lament for British Consulate (Keith Shipman writes) I find it astonishing that the British Embassy in Bangkok has closed down all the facilities which used to be on offer in Pattaya. The city still has a sizeable British population of tourists and expats and obtaining documentary services or assistance of any kind is now very difficult. So far as I can see, you have to phone 02 305 8333 and listen to messages for five minutes before having any chance

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Photocopy won’t do Q: I am due to leave Thailand in about three days but unfortunately put my passport in the washing machine.

It is now in shreds.

My plan is to take good photocopies of the relevant pages, which I took before the accident, and show my ruined passport to Immigration at the airport. Is this the right thing to do?

A: No it isn’t. You will not be allowed to leave the kingdom. The only procedure which will work is to take your photocopies and water-torn passport to your embassy and request that you are issued with an emergency travel document. Once a passport is damaged, even to a much smaller extent than yours has been, it automatically becomes an invalid document for immigration purposes.

Perils of 7 days Q: I have a one-month stamp in my passport which I got at the airport on arrival. I understand I can have a further week on payment of 1,900 baht and can then apply for a one-year retirement visa. I am waiting for some money to come through at the moment. Is my information correct?

A: Once you apply for the week’s extension, that is an indication you are about to leave the country and you cannot request a further period of stay. You can apply for the one-year retirement visa within the month on arrival period by requesting a non-immigrant visa and showing proof of income or bank balance as per the regulations. If you can’t do this because you are waiting for cash transfer, then you can go on a land visa run and obtain a new 15 days on arrival. Within that period, you can then make the application that you want.

of speaking to an actual person. Even then there is no guarantee! The decision to shut down in Pattaya is all the more surprising as the consulate in Chiang Mai is still open, even though far fewer Brits actually live or visit up there.

We are told that the closure in Pattaya was necessary because of the cuts imposed in London.

Well you can go and tell that to the marines!

My first visit ever (Jon Peters writes) I had heard a lot about Pattaya before my first visit here last month. I read on the internet that it was a dirty place with an unsavory reputation. However, I have to say that I thoroughly enjoyed my few weeks here. The choice of entertainment, malls and restaurants is very good indeed, on a par with Bangkok, I would say.

Although there are dangers, as in any city–bagsnatching springs to mind, it is really just a matter of taking elementary precautions such as not wearing expensive things at night or walking around with unnecessary personal items in your pocket or handbag. Traffic is certainly bad, although rather better than Manila or New Delhi, where I also have been in the last few months. Whilst I think that it is overoptimistic to look at Pattaya as the next Florida or French Riviera–the infrastructure is nowhere near strong enough, I can well understand why the resort of Pattaya is booming. So it should.

Income confirmation letters Q: I have heard that any consulate in Pattaya can sign my income declaration letter, and that I do not need to go to my own embassy. Is this true? I have heard about people getting into trouble for this sort of thing.

A: Some embassies in Bangkok don’t allow this kind of delegation and some couldn’t care less. The only way to be sure is to contact your own embassy and ask them.

Blacklist query Q: I am shortly to be deported for a minor drug offence–I am not a dealer–and am wondering how I can find out if I will be placed on the blacklist for any future visit. I have been to the Immigration Bureau but they said they didn’t know.

A: Usually the decision is taken as you are deported.

However, any kind of drug offence is likely to carry a blacklist penalty. There is no way you can ascertain confidential information, but you can always ask the officers accompanying you to the airport. Another way is to apply for a tourist visa in your own country but inform them you had a problem on your last visit. The overseas office may be able to confirm your situation.

Lamination required Q: I know that I should carry my passport with me at all times in Thailand, but I am worried about losing it or having it stolen. Is it OK to carry a photocopy of the relevant pages with me?

A: Many people go one better and carry a small laminated copy in case they are asked to show their identity. Of course, if the matter is serious, you will be asked to show the original document. Another very useful ID is a Thai driving licence in your name.

Chest x-ray Q: Why must I, as a Thai citizen, have to show a chest x-ray report to go to UK when their nationals do not have to do the same when they want to come to Thailand?

A: Actually you don’t need the x-ray for a tourist visa application, only for the settlement visa. But you will need to have your fingerprints taken. International visa regulations don’t work on the basis you suggest, although it’s a good idea in theory!

Snap Judgment Pattaya not all roses It is reassuring to know from police sources that they have Pattaya under control. It has variously been described by top officials as a paradise without any Russian mafias and a city which has cracked down hard on street crime such as bag snatching.

The matter partly depends on what you mean by a mafia. If you mean a large organization, in the tradition of the movie starring Marlon Brando, with a good chance of waking up in bed with a horse’s severed head for company, then Pattaya certainly doesn’t qualify. But if you mean foreign criminal elements using the cover of Pattaya’s huge tourist population for questionable activities, that is surely a different question.

The police should certainly be given credit for what has been achieved. The city has grown immeasurably over the past 20 years, yet police resources remain about at the same level. Trillions of baht have been poured into the resort by local and foreign investors to create the luxury hotels, condominiums and leisure activities which surround us today. In the wake of all this wealth, criminal elements (Thai and farang) have obviously followed. They range from poverty-stricken transvestites stealing to make ends meet to international swindlers who have stolen honest people’s cash in fraudulent property and boiler-room scams.

Against this tide of villainy, it is certainly arguable that the police have done a fair job. The streets of Pattaya at night are surely safer than those of Liverpool or Rio, and there is certainly no shortage of criminals in Thai jails–270,000 prisoners in 143 jails at the last count--although the overwhelming majority are petty drug offenders and people without the cash to pay for bail or legal representation. The big fish and the wealthy are seldom found behind bars for any period of time.

A number of steps would help in the reduction of crime in the city. The first is to accept that the problem exists.

Thus, it is simply untrue that the Jet Ski menace has been solved; cases are still being brought to one police station or another on a regular basis. The next is to eradicate unfulfilled promises. Earlier this year there was talk of erecting tall towers on Pattaya’s Beach Road where eagleeyed officers would scan the area with their binoculars. Yet only one tower was erected and it has remained unmanned ever since its inception. It is now a rusting hulk resembling a failed medieval siege engine. In spite of many predictions and occasional roundups, Beach Road at night is still prone to incidents of bag snatching, prostitution and drug dealing.

It is sometimes argued that the actual number of tourist complaints about criminal behavior has declined.

Yet it may well be that tourists increasingly don’t bother to report incidents as they know from their peers that not a lot happens, except the writing of a report without followup. The tourism authorities have already promised the establishment of special courts in Bangkok and Pattaya “within months” to speed up the notoriously long delays in the judicial processes. Such a move would indeed have a very beneficial effect on Thailand’s international reputation.

Finally, if phone hotlines are going to be advertised, then those emergency numbers must be answered by linguists 24 hours a day. At the moment, these lines all too often have recorded music to delight the ear. In this context, City Hall’s hotline number 1337 should be awarded the top prize. When you telephone it, you always get an invitation to explain your problem. This has been one of the city’s most useful innovations.

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Local Sports Local and International Motorsports Report THAILAND SUPER SERIES (TSS) PUTS ON AN EPIC SHOW WITH ITS INAUGURAL RACE AT BIRA CIRCUIT On August 17-18 Race 3 and 4 of the inaugural TSS season lived up to all the promise, and red carpet premier, with lots of wheel to wheel, up-close motor racing action across all categories with excellent racing weather conditions and plenty of fan activities. In Super Car Class 1 there was one win for Pasin Lathouras (Ferrari) in his first race at Bira and one win for Chonsawat Asavahame (Lamborghini). In Super Car Class 2 Narasak Ittiritpong (Mitsubishi) was the winner in the first race but Nattavude Charoensukhawatana, long-time factory driver for (Toyota), prevailed in the second race to further extend his championship points advantage. Accolades must go to Sontaya Kunplome as the new series promoter and organizer of the TSS series. As a driver himself, he had a vision and has worked hard to bring top-class motorsports and venues to Thailand and has proven it can be done. Visit www.thailandsuperseries.net for more updates and information.

NASCAR: Michigan 400: Joey Logano who started from pole position held off Kevin Harvick to the line at Michigan on Sunday, 18 August, to claim his first win with Penske Racing after an eventful race which saw several top championship contenders take big hits in their overall points.

MOTOGP: Indianapolis: Marquez' third victory in succession came Sunday, 18 August, when he overtook both Pedrosa and Lorenzo - now appraising full fitness - to complete a weekend where he was unbeaten in every track session. Marquez is now 21 points ahead of teammate Pedrosa (a race win is worth 25 points) and 35 points clear of Yamaha's reigning champion Lorenzo.

12 FORMULA 1 GRAN PREMIO D'ITALIA 2013 (Monza) 06 - 08 Sep 13 FORMULA 1 SINGAPORE GRAND PRIX (Singapore) 20 - 22 Sep www.formula1.com (free live timing and scoring online) **All events will be shown on Star Sports Asia

2013 NASCAR Sprint Cup Series (July- Sept) Date Day Race Site Location 9/1/13 Sun Atlanta Motor Speedway 9/7/13 Sat Richmond International Raceway 9/15/13 Sun Chicagoland Speedway 9/22/13 Sun New Hampshire Motor Speedway 9/29/13 Sun Dover International Speedway www.nascar.com (free live timing and scoring online) **All events will be shown on Star Sports Asia

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Start ET 7:30 PM 7:30 PM 2:00 PM 2:00 PM 2:00 PM

2013 Indy Car Schedule (July- Sept) September 1 Grand Prix of Baltimore Baltimore, Maryland www.indycar.com (free live timing and scoring online)

2013 MotoGP Grand Prix (July-Sept) 01 September Great Britain 15 September San Marino & Riviera di 29 September Aragón www.motogp.com (free live timing and scoring online) **All events will be shown on Star Sports Asia

Silverstone Marco Simoncelli MotorLand Aragón

Top 3 F1 Drivers' Championship 2013 after round 10 of 19 1 Sebastian Vettel Red Bull-Renault 3 Kimi Räikkönen Lotus-Renault Fernando Alonso Ferrari-Ferrari

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Top 3 IndyCar Drivers' Championship after round 14 of 19 1 Helio Castroneves 2 Scott Dixon 3 Ryan Hunter-Reay

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Top 3 NASCAR Drivers' Championship after round 23 of 36 1 Jimmie Johnson Hendrick Motorsports 2 Clint Bowyer M ichael Waltrip Racing 3 Carl Edwards Roush Fenway Racing

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Top 3 MotoGP Drivers’ Championship after round 10 of 19 1 Marc Marquez Repsol Honda Team 2 Dani Pedrosa R epsol Honda Team 3 Jorge Lorenzo Factory Yamaha Racing

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**Local Thailand Motorsports Schedules 2013** Thailand Super Series Schedule (TSS) 2013 October 5-6 Pattaya Bira Circuit December 13-15 Bangsaen Street Circuit, Chonburi

Nitto 3K Racing Series Schedule 2013 Pattaya’s Bira Circuit 6-8 September Bonanza Speedway 1-3 November Pattaya’s Bira Circuit 6-8 December

Pro Series Schedule 2013 September 28-29 - Kaeng Krachan Circuit October 26-27, 2013 - Kaeng Krachan Circuit

OMP Challenge Series Schedule 2013 November 17 - Pattaya’s Bira Circuit December 22 - Pattaya’s Bira Circuit

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PSC golf from the Growling Swan

by Peter Blackburn Burapha, C & D – Stableford After a no show and a late withdrawal due to sickness our final number was 18 and we assembled at The Growling Swan in readiness for the short journey to the classy Burapha Golf Course.

We welcomed Dave Neal’s partner Tienthong Charoenrung from Laem Chabang, Max Hofer from Australia, and good friend Walter Baechli, recently returned from cycling in Spain and hiking in Switzerland. It was sadly time to say farewell to Tiziano Dal Pastro who will very shortly return to Italy.

After taking our time in preparation at this busy course we eventually managed to tee off on 15 minutes ahead of schedule with traffic ahead of us but not holding us up. The golf course was fantastic as usual with pristine fairways, well raked bunkers and super slick and very well maintained greens where being below the hole on some of the sloping ones was a must. There were a couple of drops of rain during the round but that was all and the weather stayed quite cool throughout as we raced around the course in the excellent time of three hours and 35 minutes. It was an extremely enjoyable round of golf on this lovely course and the company was once again first class.

We had just the one grade due to the smaller field with six places and there were also rewards for nearest the pins on the four par threes and longest first putts on the ninth and 18th greens.

In first place was Gerd Riedler with a fine 37 points, 2 points ahead of last start winner Graham “Grunter” Buckingham in second spot. Ken hole’s 34 points got him third place and with six golfers on 32 points, a count-back was needed to determine fourth, fifth and sixth spots.

Max Hofer (20 point back nine) grabbed fourth with Tom McMahon (18 point back nine) fifth and yours truly, Peter “Blacky” Blackburn (17 point back nine) rounded off the podium in sixth place. The unlucky golfers were Mike

“Hunter” Gosden (16 point back nine), Tiziano Dal Pastro (16 point back nine) and Mark “Westy” West (14 point back nine).

Results for Burapha: 1st –Gerd Reidler (7) – 37 points 2nd – Graham Buckingham (24) - 35 points 3rd – Ken Hole (16) - 34 points 4th – Max Hofer (17) - 32 points 5th – Tom McMahon (18) – 32 points 6th – Peter Blackburn (11) - 32 points NTP’s C5 – Brad Todd C8 – Paul Hack D2 – Gerd Riedler D8 – Ken Hole LFP’s C9 – Paul Moloney D9 – Ken Hole The Growling Swan NAGA Award, (awarded to the golfer who has the worst score on the day and discreetly their score is not made public) was easily won by good sport Nolan Wise who accepted the cap honourably

and wore it with distinction for a considerable time. Toddy then kindly paraded Deefa the Dog and of course collected many donations for the needy in Pattaya from our generous Growling Swan Golfers. It was then back to The Growling Swan for some well-deserved beers, and a few hours there topped off another really good day.

Growling Swan Golf, the home of friendly golf in Pattaya, welcomes golfers of any persuasion – low and high handicappers alike, female golfers and beginners. We generally play Mondays and Thursdays, meeting at The Growling Swan (formerly The Bunker Bar) in Soi Chaiyapoon at 8 a.m. with transport departing at 8:30.

For bookings or more information please contact Peter on 080 635 1386 or email to petermalcolmblackburn@ gmail.com We also play bowls out of the Growling Swan every Wednesday and Sunday; Wednesday is indoor bowls and Sunday is lawn bowls. All are welcome.

Transport leaves The Growling Swan at 10 a.m. on each of those mornings. For more information please contact Paul Rennison on 084 345 4005.

Filipino basketball league opens 18th season The 18th all-Filipino basketball tournament gets underway at Planet Football on Soi Siam Country Club Pattaya. Six teams from around Pattaya and nearby areas vie in the weekly competition organized by Pinoy Affiliation in Pattaya. At the season’s opening ceremony, special awards were presented to Titans and CBI for best muse and best uniform, respectively. League competition continues until the championship game in October.

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Does your lettuce sometimes get soggy? Perk it up by letting it soak in cold water with a few drops of lemon juice. Then, to store it, place it in a zip-lock bag with a paper towel to absorb moisture.

Dear Andy, I have a problem with my semi-automatic washing machine, which requires me to only set the water level and the functions I want, then the machine is supposed to do the rest—wash, drain, rinse, drain again, spin, and stop. But in the middle of the operation it just shuts down, usually after the wash cycle and before the spin cycle begins. I can’t figure out why. Any ideas?

Ann Unless it’s a faulty control panel, Ann, the most likely cause is that not all of the water drains from the tub at the end of the wash cycle. Consequently, the unit does not reset for the spin cycle. This often results when the beginning of the drain hose is at a lower level than the end from which water pours out, requiring the water to flow in an upward direction. If the water is forced to drain up, it will not always defy gravity without adequate pressure. Initially that pressure is supplied by a full tub of water, but as the water level decreases so does the pressure it exerts on any remaining water. To fix the problem, use a floor-level drain

hole or, as an option, raise the washer to a level higher than the existing drain hole.

Dear Andy, don't know if this subject has been discussed already on the newspaper, but I would like to ask your opinion on how safe is the tap water here in Pattaya to drink and whether a water purifier filter can be trusted.

Alex We have covered that topic, Alex, but I’ve never allowed repetition to stand in my way, mainly because this newspaper and this column regularly attract new readers who may have those same concerns. You’re right to question tap water in Pattaya.

Water provided by the public water authority is generally considered unsafe to drink. But even well water may contain trace contaminants such as rust, sediment, bacteria, heavy metals and other chemicals which not only make it taste bad but might make it unsafe to drink. Low-cost water filters will remove some of these impurities and can give the water a more neutral taste. Among the most effective home water filters are

reverse-osmosis and distillation types. The reverse-osmosis type has a special membrane to block out impurities, whereas the distillation type turns the water to steam, and then condenses it back to liquid, minus contaminants.

These two systems produce the purest water, but the purchase price is high and they're expensive to operate and maintain.

Perhaps the best place to start is with one of several varieties of cartridge filters designed to remove particulate matter. These are less expensive and easier to install. Filter cartridges use fibers to trap rust and sediment. Some of the more specialized units incorporate activated carbon to reduce odors as well as remove chlorine and bacteria. Some also reduce lead. All cartridge filters require periodic changing of the cartridge. If the cartridge is neglected for too long, it will become saturated with particles and eventually begin leaching impurities back into the water.

The main varieties of cartridgestyle filters are countertop (or faucet mounted), whole house, and under sink. The easiest filter to install is the faucet-mounted type. If you have a threaded faucet spout, you can install one in seconds and without using any tools. Simply unscrew the aerator tip on the spout and attach the filter. Like the others, this filter's cartridges should be replaced periodically as directed by the manufacturer. One drawback to this kind of filter is that it may put pressure on the O-rings and gaskets inside your faucet, and that could shorten the faucet's life. In general, any quality water

Frank, Forthright & Frigid Dear Agony Ivy, Cow in the office There is an absolutely awful woman who works in the same office as me. She eats potato crisps very noisily in the mornings and chews gum constantly all afternoon.

All I can do is to turn up the sound level on my desk computer but that’s starting to drive me crazy as well. I have tried reasoning with this woman but she refuses to engage in a conversation and just starts blowing her nose or, even worse, making a rude noise from her nether regions. I went to the office manager but he said it was better to ignore the cow as he has heard she’s a bit of a psycho. I even visited the citizen’s advice bureau in our town but it has been closed down to make way for a surveillance centre. What can you do to help me as I am completely desperate?

Frantic Freda

Dear Frantic Freda, This is not a problem you can solve by being nice. The next time she behaves in a revolting fashion, inform her that you were shocked to see those compromising photos of her circulating on Facebook and You Tube and that you had no idea she was a lesbian. When she asks for more information, you need to have ready a rude noise from your own nether regions. If that doesn’t work, ask her if she is the woman of the same name who is suspected by the police of murdering her first four husbands. When she complains, you already know the next step.

Dear Agony Ivy, Gay dilemma Some months ago I met Tom at a bus stop. He helped me to get aboard with my shopping and I found myself timing my visits to the bus stop so that we could

purifier will do the job (Pure, Fujika, Mazuma, etc.) While stainless steel units could last a lifetime, they are more expensive and more difficult to maintain, so you might consider a threestep ceramic system.

Lighten UP In your most recent column, Andy, you talked about solar lighting outdoors, mainly for security purposes. I’m more interested in using outdoor lighting to enhance the appearance of my home, as well as for security purposes. I was just about to run out and buy a set of electrical outdoor lights when I read your last column and decided I should ask your thoughts on using electric lights rather than solar to light up my yard and house.

Alvin Outdoor lights of any kind can provide great benefits, Alvin.

But before you head to a home improvement store and pick up just any type of lighting, there are certain things you should consider to ensure that you ultimately are satisfied with your choice. First of all, as was pointed out in the last Ask Andy column, electric lights are more expensive than solar in terms of purchasing all needed items and in terms of operating costs (power as well as maintenance). Then determine if you have a source of electricity in or near your yard. If you are installing any type of lights other than solar powered, you will need a power source, either to power the lights themselves or the transformer, if you are using landscape lighting. A ground fault

hopefully meet again. My plan worked and we started seeing each other for meals but without any intimacy.

To be absolutely truthful, I fell in love with Tom and began fantasizing about him even whilst watching the news on TV which admittedly wasn’t very interesting anyway. But the other day in a restaurant, whilst he was in the toilet for what seemed a very long time indeed, I noticed something sticking out of his overcoat pocket. I couldn’t resist taking a peep and you can imagine my horror when I realized it was a pornographic magazine for homosexuals.

I was shocked to the quick by this revelation, especially as I wasn’t sure whether some of the photographs were upside down or not. I tackled Tom about it but he said that he had found it by accident on the bus and was intending to take it to the police station. What can I do now?

Miserable Myra Dear Miserable Myra, It’s a long time since I read such a load of tosh, but fortunately I am paid well for replying to absolute nonsense. To expect to have a romantic relationship with a man like that is like trying to steal a python’s eggs with its permission. I shudder to think what he was doing in the lavatory all that

circuit interrupter outlet should be located in a convenient place in relation to the transformer to avoid using extension cords that can ultimately become a tripping hazard or lawnmower hazard.

Furthermore, if security is an important concern but you don't want your yard lit up like Walking Street all night long, choose lights that come with built-in motion sensors. Be sure to calibrate them properly if you live in a wooded area or else every stray or wild animal will end up turning on the lights every time they pass through. As to appearance, is it your intention to highlight certain trees, flower beds or a piece of lawn decoration? That can be both tranquil and impressive. To accomplish this, you will need exterior, weather-resistant spot lights. But remember that heat from spot lights could be harmful to flowers that are too close to the bulbs, and the spot light may be overkill for ground-level plants.

And if you are illuminating something like a statue or a fountain, you probably should direct the light (three surrounding lights would be best) from above, rather than from below. For best lighting of a piece of lawn art, again a trio of lights works best so that every angle can be illuminated. For your patio, it may suffice to simply install lowwattage accent lights, which will add allure to the areas and will not be obtrusive and will be less costly to power.

Closing Line Seen on a plumber's truck: "I repair what your husband fixed."

--Handy Andy

time. Tell him bluntly that you are going on a diet and will not be dining out for the rest of your life.

Dear Agony Ivy, A question of loo I do realize that the purpose of your column is to listen to people’s problems and then solve them. But I am writing about a problem which I want you to publicize.

I am growing increasingly concerned that the toilet paper holder in public restrooms is too low with the result that people have to bend over to reach it.

This is particularly difficult for old and handicapped people as you can imagine.

I am a back patient so I know what I’m talking about here.

The answer is obvious – to place the toilet paper holder at elbow level. I do hope that the directors of public services all round the world will take some action on reading this letter.

Name and address withheld I can certainly understand why you have chosen not to include your name and address in your correspondence. For further information on this subject please read the previous letter.

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Mushrooms galore with Pattaya Sports Club

by William Macey

Most visitors to Pattaya will admit that Thai food is delicious. However, food prepared in the villages is somewhat different to dishes found in restaurants in town but just as appetizing, and some of the mushroom-only dishes are very tasty.

Children, in particular, love to eat mushrooms--the subject of a telephone call to PSC from Noy of the YWCA. Noy had been in contact with four local, remote schools around Pattaya and wanted our help to finance mushroom farms. This was a totally new idea to me, so I asked her to explain.

There are 11 main schools in Pattaya and 80-plus schools outside city limits. They are smaller, maybe as small as 150 students, and are very often situated in isolated areas. The children attending these schools come from poor families in local villages, very often having to walk many kilometres to and from school every day and unable to afford a motorbike or even a bicycle.

The object of the exercise is to build a shed, purchase 1,000 or so mushroom spoors, and out pops mushrooms on a daily basis. A very simple idea.

Very little care and attention is needed; just a little water each day and within three or four days a flowerlike bunch of mushrooms emerge. A thousand spoors can yield around 300 kilos over a six-month period. The first priority is to include these in the childrenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s lunch, then sell the rest to local families at a very low price, or to a local market (there is always a local market in Thailand), raising funds to buy items needed to educate the students and to

buy more spoors.

The teachers that I met have said that the idea benefits the families, the children love the taste of fresh mushrooms and have a sense of achievement having taken care of them, see them grow and are able to pick them every day. The financial reality to this exercise is such that, on a visit to one of the schools, we were informed that during the first two weeks they had harvested sufficient mushrooms to provide lunch for the children and to sell 50 kilos to the local market.

Pattaya Sports Club are always happy to be involved with new ideas that help the local community and eagerly await comments from teachers and children alike when everything is up and running.

PSC supports Rotary Table Tennis Championship William Macey (left), charity chairman of the Pattaya Sports Club, presented a 100,000 baht check to Fr. Picharn (right), Rotary Club chairman. The contribution will support the Rotary Pattaya Youth Table Tennis Championship 2013 in October. About 500 youngsters from around Thailand are expected to take part in the event at Pattaya School 7 on Sukhumvit Road.

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Youth Focus

Progress in Motion: Hello from Mr. Stan (School Principal) Just as life is an ever-changing process so are things here at Mooltripakdee International School (MIS). At our school we call that “progress”. As acting principal at MIS School, it really gives me great pleasure to see how much our school owner cares about the school and the time, effort and resources which is being constantly re-invested. I am proud to be a part of a team that has that level of commitment and passion in their work.

Oftentimes things such as repairs, upgrades and the purchasing of new items stem from “reactionary measures”. Here at MIS we look toward the future and use a much more pro-active approach in what we do. Our aim is to stay one-step ahead of the game, so to speak. Let me share some of the projects we are currently working on here at MIS: 1. Underground Water Service – We decided to take a look at our existing water supply and return system for the school. The idea behind this was to improve the quality of service from our water traveling to and from the school. What we discovered is by digging up the old system and replacing some sections of piping and re-routing others we could vastly improve on our water flow. In addition a new driveway is being installed.

2. Playground Equipment – I am pleased to say that here at MIS, the school

has never had an accident involving our outdoor playground facilities. It is our goal to keep it that way! We had a team of experts go around over the summer break and closely inspect the equipment for any repair needs, upgrades or possibly even replacements.

There were several areas of possible concern so we are now in the process of upgrading our equipment. Again, we are trying to think ahead. We take child safety very seriously and one can never be too careful.

durable and safe. This will now allow us to accommodate more people for our outdoor events whilst keeping exposure from the sun and other elements to a minimum. We anticipate the project being finished during the first term of the upcoming school year.

3. Classroom and common area ceiling repairs – Although all of our roofs and ceilings are in good condition, as we went around the school we did notice some areas which could be improved by replacing existing tiles. The finished result was quite pleasing to the eye.

4. Outdoor Pavilion Area – We decided to undertake a massive outdoor project over the summer to construct what we consider to be modern in design and extremely

GIS students celebrate record scores

by Mark Beales Students from Garden International School (GIS) celebrated impressive test results. Out of 223 examination entries, 86 per cent achieved an A*-C grade--far higher than the UK average.

Among the high-flyers were Yeshwant, Pratiman and Sarah. Yeshwant achieved an impressive 10 A*/Cs, Pratiman gained 9 A*/Cs while Sarah was awarded 8 A*/Cs, with six of those being A*. Yuto, gained nine A*-C grades while seven others were awarded 8 A*-C passes.

These results come just weeks after GIS's International Baccalaureate (IB) results, which saw Ben Bartlett achieve the school's best-ever score of 44 out of 45 points.

Most of those students will remain at the Ban Chang school and join its International Baccalaureate Diploma Program (IBDP).

Last year in England, Wales and Northern Ireland, 59 per cent of all students got 5 A*-C passes. The equivalent at GIS this year is more than 92 per cent.

5. Resource Center – We have opened a new Resource Center comprised of new books, audio discs and other materials which will prove a very nice addition to what we already have on hand.

6. Environment – When one comes to MIS School for the first time usually the first thing that captures their attention is the beautiful garden setting in which the school is located. It is very appealing to the eye. As I take new parents around the school for a tour, the reaction I get is usually the same.

“Wow, this is very beautiful”! That always puts a smile on my face. I have to admit it is very impressive. It is that attention to detail and the careful planning that has gone into making this school what I consider to be one of the most beautiful schools in Thailand.

Presently we have several very gifted artists going around the school painting colorful murals on the exterior of the buildings. The two themes are marine life and animals.

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You & Your Pets

Getting a new dog

How to choose the right dog for you

by Thonglor Pet Hospital Are you thinking of getting a dog? Choosing to bring a new dog into your life is a major decision. Be sure you are ready for a dog before you start the process. It is also essential that you understand the cost of dog ownership. If you have decided that the time is right, congratulations! Now it is time to figure out what type of dog is right for you. There are several factors to consider before choosing a dog. Most importantly, examine your current lifestyle and consider what adjustments you are willing to make for a dog. Look at the needs of your family – especially if you have children or other pets. People with allergies, or those who prefer low-shedding dogs, might want to look into hypoallergenic dog breeds. Next, think about the ideal size, energy level and age of your new dog. Then, determine where to get your new dog. Just remember that getting a dog requires a firm commitment to responsible dog ownership. Here are some tips to help you choose the best dog for you and your family.

Size: You may already know you want a little lap dog that you can carry around. Or, you might have your heart set on a large or giant dog breed. If you cannot decide, then perhaps a medium-sized dog is a good choice.

Remember that some small dogs are delicate and vulnerable. Being stepped on or mishandled can cause serious injury. Also, little dogs can be much more sensitive to colder temperatures, so be ready to help keep them warm. Don’t forget that small dogs need obedience training too! Some little dogs can develop “tough dog” attitudes, seemingly to compensate for their small size.

Be sure you are prepared for this possibility.

Very large dogs need a bit more space to move around. Big, happy dogs with long, whip-like tails need "wagging space" to avoid tail injury or damage to household objects. Another consideration is expense: the larger the dog, the more expensive things like dog food, dog supplies and medical treatments become. Training is also a key factor here. If you get a large or giant breed puppy that is allowed to act like a lap dog when young, he will grow up to walk all over you – literally!

Activity level: You probably already know that some dogs have more energy than others. A dog’s activity level is often determined by breed, but it does not mean you can rely on breed alone to determine how energetic your dog could become. Every dog needs routine exercise, regardless of breed or size, so make sure you can provide this. If you know you cannot commit to more than one or two casual walks per day, then you will probably be better off with a lower energy dog, such as a Basset Hound. If you are looking for a dog that can be a jogging partner, agility competitor or “disc dog,” consider a breed like the Border Collie.

Be willing to adjust the amount of exercise and attention you give your dog if necessary. A dog that is barking constantly, digging up your yard, destroying your home, or acting out in some other way is most likely in need of extra activities. Many behavior problems are the result of excess energy. Unfortunately, many dogs are given up or even euthanized because of a behavior

problem that could have easily been avoided with the proper amount of exercise and attention.

Physical maintenance: Your dog’s appearance has a lot to do with his maintenance needs. All dogs need basic grooming, but certain types need more based on the type of hair coat. If you get a dog with hair that keeps growing, then advanced routine grooming is essential.

Most short-haired, smooth-coated dogs are major shedders, so be prepared to do some extra cleaning up.

Some grooming tools can help reduce shedding. Be aware that dogs with long, floppy ears are more prone to ear infections and require frequent thorough ear cleanings. In addition, certain types of dogs can do a lot of drooling. Many owners of Mastiffs, Bloodhounds and similar dogs actually carry a “slobber cloth” with them to wipe the drool. If they shake their heads – watch out!

Age: Puppies require the greatest amount of training and attention, especially over the first six months. Be prepared to dedicate much of your time to housebreaking and raising your new puppy. You dog will likely have plenty of accidents in the house and will probably chew your furniture and personal belongings. These problems will gradually resolve with dedicated training, but patience is a must. You should also be aware that your puppy might grow up to be different than you expected, especially if you adopt a mixed-breed dog. This is not necessarily a bad thing, just something to keep in mind.

An adult dog can be an excellent choice. An adult might be a better choice if you want to have a good idea of the true energy level, attitude, and temperament of your new dog. However, just because the dog is an adult does not mean he is trained, so you should still expect some degree of dedicated training at first. Fortunately, many adult dogs have been trained and socialized to some degree and can easily adjust to their new lives in their forever homes.

Senior dogs should not be forgotten! Welcoming a senior dog into your home can be a wonderful way to bring joy to the golden years of a dog. Unfortunately, senior dogs are less likely to be adopted and often end up living out their lives in shelters or being euthanized.

A senior dog can make a wonderful companion if you are looking for a lower energy dog. However, it is important to know that your senior dog needs special attention, more frequent veterinary check-ups and is more likely to develop heath problems that cost time and money to address. Unlike a puppy or adult dog, you must know that you will not have as many years with your senior dog. If you are willing to accept the responsibilities, consider adopting a senior dog. It can be one of the most compassionate things you can do for these precious creatures.

Cat allergy—end in sight

Allergy to cats is the most common pet allergy, but scientists predict that could soon change. Researchers have uncovered the biological

pathway activated by cat allergen in humans. Now they can start looking into better ways

to block it. Such findings should allow researchers to provide relief not only to cat allergy sufferers but also, at some point, to those allergic to dogs and house dust mites.

Cats for You in Pattaya

Cats for You is a great and much needed service in our area, but Paul and Sandra point out that adopting a cat or kitten is a longterm commitment with costs such as feeding and veterinary fees.

Many adopters find it’s a good idea to adopt two animals so that they can enjoy each others’ company as well as yours. Contact Paul and Sandra on 0852875004 or look at their useful website http://cats4youinpattaya.webs.com/

Cuckoo

This fine-looking fella was found in someone’s garden so we had to make room for one more furry-faced friend with a big appetite. Cuckoo will come to you at the sound of his name and is now on solid food as well as using the litter tray.

Bilbo

On the left is Bilbo (with Cuckoo on the right). Bilbo was found as another tiny kitten in someone’s garden and needed to be bottle-fed every three hours on a 24/7 basis. He is now growing up into a fine boy and is looking for a home, preferably with his new companion.

Ginnie

This lovely ginger girl was rescued recently from a doginfested area and is heavily pregnant. She will need a new home after her kittens have been weaned. If you are looking for a puss family, this could be your opportunity.

Tweety

This cheeky chappie is the last of three kittens that came with their mum Polly. He has been sick which explains why he’s still with us, but is now fighting fit and ready to take up a new residence.

Cat Corner Tip

by Dr. RJ Peters to Pattaya’s cat lovers

Another Cat Tip from Dr. RJ Peters to Pattaya cat lovers: Cats have internal clocks, which most cat lovers have noticed. That's how they manage to wake you up at the same time every morning. It’s also how they know when to watch for you at the door as you come home from work each day.

So it's only fair to respect that clock and try to maintain the schedule they expect, such as meals at the same time every day. Cats thrive on routine!

Dr. Peters’ informative and entertaining book, Our Amazing Cats, and her newest feline publication, Our Amazing Cats Vol. 2, are now available from Amazon Books and at www.ouramazingcats.com. Even more recently The Cat Lady has penned a compelling book on our canine friends, “Our Amazing Dogs.” To download ebook versions of any or all of the three books (only about 200 baht), go to http://youniquesolutions. com/3Books.htm. For additional tips, or to subscribe to Dr. Peter’s free newsletter, The Kitty Times, go to: http://www.theproblemcat.com.

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Games

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9. Who co-starred with John Wayne in The Man Who Shot Liberty Valance?

10. Who played Wyatt Earp in the 1946 film My Darling Clementine?

11. Which musical western has the song You Can’t Get a Man with a Gun? 12. Who was a singing Calamity Jane?

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14. In which film did John Wayne play Davy Crockett?

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18. Which western star’s theme song was Back in the Saddle Again?

19. Who starred in the musical western Don’t Fence Me In in 1945?

20. In which 1969 musical did Clint Eastwood sing?

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1. The Magnificent Seven was a remake of which 1950s Japanese film?

2. In which film did John Wayne play his first leading role?

3. Which London-born actor played a boy adopted by Indians in The Last of the Mohicans?

4. In which 1992 western with Gene Hackman did Clint Eastwood star and direct?

5. What was the sequel to A Fistful of Dollars?

6. Who played the sheriff in High Noon?

7. Who was the female star of Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid?

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