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No more elephantiasis!

N ew medical rules to obtain a Thai driving license have removed from the list of disqualifying diseases leprosy and elephantiasis as both of these can be both recognized and cured. Elephantiasis occurs when a person’s body, or parts of it, swells to enormous proportions. The most famous sufferer of that disease was the 19th century British national Joseph Merrick popularly known as “the elephant man”.

However, the Department of Land Transport has decided to add four additional medical conditions to the disqualifying list which currently includes mental instability, significant visual or hearing defects, alcohol and drug dependency or abuse. Now to be included are brain surgery, diabetes requiring insulin injections, heart surgery and cardiac vein expansion or “stents”.

Land Transport director-general Asdsathai Rattanadilok Na Phuket said the plan was to keep unsuitable drivers off the roads and to reduce traffic accidents on the highways.

Deputy director-general Wattana Patarachon added that The Medical Council of Thailand endorsed the proposals. No concrete date was given for the introduction of the new policy although a source told Pattaya Today the implementation would be in early 2015 by way of a Ministry of Transport announcement. The time delay is to allow sufficient training of doctors throughout the country.

Everyone applying for a new or replacement driving license will see a Thai doctor, as at present, but the redesigned form will cover all the diseases in the updated list. Doctors and general practitioners will be expected to make a medical examination before issuing the

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clearance letter even though, at present, this is not always done. A Pattaya-based doctor said it was unrealistic to expect a full medical examination for the current fee of around 200 baht. “I imagine too,” he continued, “that some wouldbe drivers might avoid going to their own doctor and choose one who doesn’t know their medical history.”

But the Medical Council of Thailand is said to be looking into other problems such as contagious diseases and health problems likely to be faced by the elderly, including Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s.

Wattana Patarachon explained that medical certificates in the near future will need to be self-certified by the applicant that they are telling the truth.

False information, he added, will result in disqualification or even prosecution.

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already begun and manuals for the issuing of medical certificates are being prepared.

The latest move comes after the introduction last June of a compulsory written test for all applicants for a new Thai driving license. Other requirements are a simple eye-chart test for color blindness and a depth perception exercise. Many applicants must also pass a practical driving test, although some local offices don’t insist on this if the foreigner has a valid international license. Necessary documents include copy of passport and current visa and a certificate of residence from the Immigration Bureau. The first license is for one year but the renewal is for five years, subject to the tests and the holding of a non-immigrant visa.

Lifetime licenses are no longer available.

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News Pattaya bar closed for two months A Walking Street bar has been closed after a Kuwaiti tourist, an army officer, was assaulted by a staff member outside Spicy Girls A-go-go. Daenthai Paksachart, 29, was arrested for striking major Badan Nazan Alsubai-i, 30. The venue was ordered to be closed for two months by Sakchai Taenghor, chief of Banglamung district, who visited the scene and issued the instruction. Several Pattaya bars and clubs have been closed temporarily in recent months as a local authority, sensitive to international opinion, has used the reasoning that commercial venues must not tarnish the country’s image on the world stage.

Another bar crackdown in Pattaya Banglamung district chief Sakchai Taenghor and 20 officers of the local authority searched the Spicy Girls a-go-go bar on Walking Street. The raid showed that the bar is opened illegally and sells alcohol, so the manager will be questioned in detail before being charged as appropriate. After searching Spicy Girls, the officers went on to search Champion a-go-go bar and found it was operating illegally too. The police subsequently found out that these two bars are owned by the same foreign man, who wasn’t there. The Chonburi governor had ordered the new crackdown after reports of a Kuwaiti national being assaulted by nightclub staff. It is felt that such actions are detrimental to the tourist image of Pattaya which the authorities wish to present.

Cambodian worker Underage girl hit and robbed used as prostitute

Police rushed to Pattaya Beach Road after it was reported that a Cambodian parking lot attendant had been punched and his belongings stolen. The Cambodian, identified as Sam aged 34, was sitting on a chair minding his own business when he felt blows to his head which caused him to fall onto the floor. Stolen was 800 baht in cash and part of a gold necklace. Unfortunately, nobody came forward to say that they had witnessed this vicious attack.

A Thai woman and a French national have been arrested after police heard about a human trafficking case linked to pedophilia.

A 14-year-old girl, who formerly lived in an orphanage locally, had escaped and been offered accommodation by Praphaporn Sawangram who expected the teenager to have sex with men for money.

Police said that they raided a room in Central Pattaya and found a Frenchman, Arnaud Jean Nicolas Mariolle, aged 46, naked in the company of the young girl. Sawangram was charged with facilitating underage prostitution and Mariolle with serious abuse.

Ladyboy snatcher was desperate A cashless transvestite was so bereft of cash that he tried to steal from an Indian tourist walking with his wife on Pattaya promenade. Sudhir Jaiswal, 40 from Mumbai, said that the ladyboy approached him without warning and began a hugging routine which was a cover for necklacestealing. The Thai man, Attachai Sittitham, aged 21, managed to steal the jewelry but was chased and apprehended by Good Samaritans with a good sense of duty. The alleged culprit confessed his crime at the police station but stressed that he had serious difficulties trying to obtain legitimate employment.

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News Universal Group brings French Riviera to Pattaya with its latest project

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Property developer Universal Group presents one of their iconic projects this season. After the seven inlands of the world – Seven Seas condo resort in 2012 followed by high-end lifestyle – Savanna Sands highrise condo in 2013, Universal Group is now ready to bring the glamorous lifestyle from southeast coast of France into the city with its newest project – Seven Seas Côte d’Azur.

Seven Seas Côte d’Azur aims to create the ultimate

luxury lifestyle where residents can live the same moment of being in the French Riviera in the comfort of their own home. The project is to feature glamorous yachts, marinas along the coast, French-style restaurants, clubs, golf playground, beaches, Palais des Festivals (film festival, jazz, shows), promenades, and grand prix.

For more information, visit Seven Seas Condo Resort Jomtien showroom at Soi Chaiyapruek 1 or go to www.sevenseascotedazur.com to pre-register.

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City upgrades Preparing for Father’s Day safety measures

Under the campaign slogan “Pattaya Bay – Koh Larn”, 1,200 life jackets were distributed free to businesses organizing local sea trips for tourists. This is part of the broader push by the Tourism Authority of Thailand to make holidaymakers safer during their vacations. At the same time, Chonburi

police announced their measures to protect the lives and property of foreign tourists.

These included a fast-track option through the Pattaya tourist court which has been designed to facilitate the handling of complaints by overseas visitors who cannot wait months for the normal court procedures.

Pa t t a y a D e p u t y M a y o r Wa t t a n a Jantanawaranon presided at a meeting about hosting the celebration of HM the King’s 87th birthday on December 5 for local people to show their loyalty and respect. The activities will include

a group ordination of 88 monks, making merit for His Majesty, a spectacular parade and candle-lit ceremony at Bali Hai Pier, South Pattaya. Formal duties including security, traffic flow, law and order and first aid were given out to appropriate officers.

More measures to improve tourist safety

Announcement about Youth Football Competition 2014

Pattaya Deputy Mayor Ronakit Ekasingh announced at a press conference the details of the upcoming Youth Football Competition. The competition is divided into three groups: under 9 years old, under 11, and not more than 13. All matches will be held on November 9, 2014 at

Planet Football Field, Soi Siam Country Club.

The purpose is to improve the youths’ football skills so that they can be professional players and also to raise funds for those needy and disabled children in the Father Ray Foundation’s orbit of responsibility.

Following the killing of two British tourists on Koh Tao, Chonburi governor Komsan Eakachai ordered a number of security measures to prevent a similar tragedy occurring in the Pattaya area.

Hotel operators and business owners have been advised that police patrols have been increased, the number of checkpoints doubled and lighting and CCTV cameras improved in high-risk areas.

It was also suggested that community leaders should be involved on a voluntary basis and that safety standards should be established in shops and retail outlets throughout the area.

Recent crackdowns on crime in Pattaya have concentrated on the arrest of cross-dressers and the establishment of more police uniformed and plainclothes patrols at night.

Water filters donated

Football competition upcoming Pattaya is to host the 5th consecutive year of the Banglamung Cup at the Sports Complex Youth Center with games held from November 20 to December 9. In a meeting presided by Deputy Mayor Wattana Jantanawaranon, teams must contain men of a variety of ages, including two players at least 49 years, and there is a provision that the goalkeeper must be at least 35.

The idea of the competition is to promote harmony, team spirit and good health.

Banglamung District Red Cross Chapter of Chonburi Province visited Ban Chak Nok School in Hua Yai to hand over two water filter machines with a value of 57,400 baht.

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Youths agree to meditate

Somkid Boonwat, chief justice of the juvenile and family court, presided over a meditation course organized by the Vocational Training Center and the Willpower Institute. The course lasted for several days and was attended by over 300 teens and young people during that time. Monks gave various lectures on developing a good quality of life and all those who participated received a diploma of success.

Jazz on Green is here

Somsak Hataipiemsuk, vice president of Laem Chabang International Country Club, announced that a tribute concert for His Majesty the King will be held on December 6 at the premises

under the name Jazz on Green. There will be sumptuous food, cooked by 5-star restaurant chefs, with profits going to the Chaipattana Foundation, and a candle-lit procession will also be held.

Nong Nooch welcomes Loy Krathong

Nong Nooch Garden and Resort have announced they will host their annual Loy Krathong festivities on November 5 to promote Thai culture and tourism. Thais believe that the festival is hosted to pay respects to Mae Kongha, the goddess of water, and is traditionally associated with the end of the rainy season.

Foreign tourist police assistants needed The Tourist Police are a special division of the Royal Thai Police. The FTPA assist with carrying out the functions of the Tourist Police including assistance to tourists and local community members, helping to resolve misunderstandings and disputes, offering general advice to tourists and providing services for international events from time to time. We operate primarily in the Walking Street/Beach Road entertainment area, nightly from 9.00 pm to 2.30 am.

We are currently inviting qualified male and female foreigners living in Pattaya to join the group. It’s important for members to have a friendly and relaxed attitude, to enjoy helping others and to be able to spare one or more evenings a week. A probationary period, including initial training, is part of the program.

Our initial requirements are: • You live in Pattaya most of the time • You have a current and renewable one year visa • You have language skills or relevant backgroud experience • You have a verifiable clean police record in your home country and Thailand

Applicants should send a short email telling us about yourself to ftpapattaya@gmail.com We will send you an application form and try to answer any questions you have. Feel free to visit us on Walking Street any night and don’t hesitate to see us if you need any assistance.

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News And now the bypass begins! Attempted suicide Cynics have been put firmly in their place after Deputy Mayor Ronakit Ekasingh announced that almost two kilometers of road along Sukhumvit will be ripped up to make way for a new tunnel construction in a three-year program. The idea has been mooted for several years as a long-term traffic solution, but many commentators had given up on the actual implementation. The planned date of starting the mammoth project is November 15, so that date will be carefully watched by traffic enthusiasts.

Officials are deep in conversation about detours and temporary solutions, including the conversion of the “vacant” area lying between the north and south carriageways. Plans envisage four subterranean tunnels featuring a roofed roadway from North to Central Pattaya for through traffic, equipped with the latest hi-tech and safety equipment

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including fire extinguishers. What has held back the scheme until now is the serious dislocation to traffic on one of the resort’s busiest thoroughfares. But engineers and other officials are confident

the disruption will be manageable as long as drivers take advantage of detours which mainly involve routes through East Pattaya, cutting across Siam Country Club Road.

Wheelchair facility is a parking lot

A Swiss man is recovering in hospital after releasing cooking gas from cylinders he had put in his car. Hans Maurer, in his mid 50s, was found by police unconscious in the driver’s seat at a location near Tesco Lotus in South Pattaya. Various attempts were made to open the car door by skeleton keys but after 20 minutes, a decision was made to break the window to save the man’s life.

Foreign relatives told police that Maurer was very depressed after a serious argument with his wife. He sent a message to his wife indicating when and where he would end his life. She in turn passed the message on to police who happily turned up in time.

Russian tourist dies in room

Physically handicapped groups have complained to city authorities that a wheelchair route on Soi Paniad Chang, also known as Soi Yume, Central Pattaya, has become just another parking area for cars and motorbikes in this

congested area. The space in question is an 80-cm track along a 1.7-km thoroughfare. Police and local authority officials said they would look into the question to see what could be done.

Mystery corpse washed up A fisherman saw a large object bobbing up and down in Pattaya bay and soon realized it was a dead body. Athidet Sanamthong, 19, said he used a hook to investigate his find just 50 meters from the shore and opposite Pattaya police station.

Bystanders and chatterers said they had noticed a man drinking earlier and had watched him wading out into the water, but they had not taken any action as they assumed the guy knew what he was doing. The unidentified man had two deep cuts on his arm which may indicate a successful suicide, but that is subject to the results of a forensic examination.

Jealousy caused self-hanging A Thai man took his own life after his girlfriend permanently left the accommodation they shared together following many quarrels about money and faithfulness. Daentep Nammanee, 22, hanged himself with a length of wire which he linked to an iron grille. The owner of the Naklua apartment house, Ma Salamteth, 70, said he wanted to tell Daentep that he needed to sign a new lease now that his girlfriend had deserted him.

However, he entered the flat after knocking without answer and found the corpse and a suicide note. Nucharee, the girlfriend, said she had resided with her boyfriend for two months but the relationship had failed, adding that she knew about the threat of suicide but did not believe it was for real.

Natural causes have been ruled the likeliest explanation after a 29-year-old Russian visitor, Sergey Shumilkin, was found lying behind the door in his room at a Pratumnak resort. There was no sign of violence and investigating officers noted the large number of pills in a bag. Friends of the dead man said he suffered from long-term heart trouble and always carried the medicine with him, adding that he frequently returned home in a drunken condition. An autopsy will be performed.

Driver dies in his van

Sawangboriboon rescuers and police rushed to Naklua Road after being informed that a man was dead at the wheel of his van in a parking lot. Pheerayut Padungkit, 54, showed no trace of having been attacked even though the door of the van was open. Inside police found a quantity of heart medicine and a bag with vomit. Witnesses said they had seen Pheerayut earlier that morning. The supposition at this time is that the man died from blood pressure or heart ailment conditions.

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News Wuhan, China now sister city to Pattaya Mayor Itthiphol Kunplome and Pattaya Council members welcomed Shao Weimin, vice mayor of Wuhan, Hubei, China, who came to meet local executives and sign an agreement making Pattaya and Wuhan twin cities. The cities will cooperate in trade, tourism, science and technology, culture, education and human resource development. Wuhan, which hosts consulates of the USA, South Korea, France and UK, is considered important in Chinese economic affairs. More than 150,000 Wuhan residents visited Thailand last year.

AERAS Jomtien Beachfront Condominium launched

YWCA donates wheelchair

The YWCA, led by Praichit Jetapai, gave cash and a new wheelchair to Toi Polwicha, 58, after Nongprue local authority reported that she was having mobility problems getting to the market to sell vegetables. She has a family to support, including two grandchildren following the divorce of her son. Her typical income is only about 200 baht. The YWCA assistance amounted to about 25,000 baht.

Thai surfers, Jet Skiers win abroad

Nine monks conducted a merit-making ceremony marking the beginning of construction on AERAS Jomtien Beachfront Condominium. On hand for the event were managing directors Sompop Vanichsenee (3rd left) and Saksit Teerapornsathanon (3rd right), and Police Major General Itthiphol Itthisarnronnachai (2nd right).

Mayor Itthiphol Kunplome c o n g r a t u l a t e d T h a i l a n d ’s competitors in the South Korean Asian Games. Itthiphol, who is president of the Windsurfing Association of Thailand, added special congratulations on behalf of the City of Pattaya and the association of Thailand, to all surfers and trainers who brought home four medals. A silver medal went to Natthaphong Phonoppharat, and bronze medals were won by Ek Boonsawad, Sarocha Prumprai, and Siripon Kaewduang-ngam.

Separately, Pattaya Jet ski players won prizes in the 2014 Jettribe World Finals at Arizona, USA.

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News Centara launches dedicated MICE website Centara Hotels & Resorts has added a dedicated area for MICE services to its website.

The MICE area will be online from now at www.centarahotelsresorts.com/mice/ Centara’s senior vice president for sales and marketing, Chris Bailey, says that the company has created the dedicated website to aid clients, event planners and agents in searching for and extracting key MICE information for each property in the Centara portfolio.

“In this way anyone planning an event of any kind can go straight to their destination of choice and search for the type of venue that best suits their particular needs and requirements,” he explained.

“We are now able to offer such a diversity of meetings and events venues across our portfolio in many key destinations that a dedicated MICE website has become a vital service for our clients and customers.”

Centara currently has 74 properties across Southeast Asia and the Indian Ocean, in Thailand, Vietnam, Bali, Maldives, Mauritius, Sri Lanka, plus many more soon to be announced.

Bailey says the MICE website has been divided into three individual sections that

follow the same design but are targeted and relevant to their given market.

The Corporate section is dedicated to meetings, conferences and exhibitions, while the Romantic is dedicated to weddings, commitment ceremonies and renewal of vows, and the Social area focuses on gala dinners, company retreats, award ceremonies incentives, concerts and team building.

“Visitors to the website can submit enquiries through the online system directed

to individual properties or a collection of properties in one easy step,” says Bailey.

“They have the ability to view all platforms in one area, allowing them to fully understand the size and complexity of both the brand and an individual property and all it has to offer as a MICE venue for their event.”

Hotel brands within the Centara group that are included on the website are the Grand, Centara, Centra and Boutique brands.

Hilton Worldwide enters Myanmar with first Hilton hotel Hilton Worldwide made its debut in Myanmar with the opening of Hilton Nay Pyi Taw, in the country’s capital city.

Hilton Nay Pyi Taw opens as the first of six properties in the Myanmar pipeline. Set amid lush tropical landscaped gardens, the 202-key Hilton Nay Pyi Taw spans more than 100 acres of land and is situated within the developing Dekhina Thiri Township.

Owned by Eden Group Company Limited and managed

by Hilton Worldwide, Hilton Nay Pyi Taw is in a prime location within easy reach of the main government administrative offices and is 24 kilometers (a 30-minute drive) from the Nay Pyi Taw International Airport. The hotel is also located near Ruby Hall, the meetings and conventions venue at which the upcoming Ninth East Asia Summit will be held in November 2014.

“The opening of Hilton Nay Pyi Taw is a very significant milestone for Hilton Worldwide; it marks the entry of the company into the dynamic and emerging market of Myanmar,” said Martin Rinck, president, Asia-Pacific, Hilton Worldwide. “Being one of the

first international hospitality companies to enter many different countries in AsiaPacific – including Japan 51 years ago, China 26 years ago and Myanmar today – we continue to explore new frontiers, being where the world’s business and leisure travelers want to be.”

To cater to Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Events (MICE), Hilton Nay Pyi Taw offers five function spaces including a standing reception area that can accommodate up to 410 people in the 458-sqm ballroom. A business center is also available for guests to stay connected and productive throughout their stay.

Hilton Nay Pyi Taw offers three restaurant and bar options, as well as in-room dining round the clock. The hotel offers a wide selection of rooms and suites including one-bedroom suites, twobedroom suites and two Presidential Suites.

Hilton Nay Pyi Taw also offers recreational and wellness facilities onsite which include the spa, the outdoor swimming pool, the fitness center and the tennis court.

For more information or to make reservations, contact +95 67 810 5001 or visit naypyitaw.hilton.com.

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by Mick and Di Barker

The Marriott empire began humbly in 1927 with an A&W root beer stand. Founder J. Willard Marriott and his wife, Alice, got their young business off the ground by quenching people’s thirst during Washington D.C.’s hot summers.

Good food and good service at a fair price became a guiding principle for Marriott as it prospered and grew into Marriott International. It is recognized today as a top employer and for its superior business operations which it conducts based on five core values: put people first, pursue excellence, embrace change, act with integrity, and serve the world.

Lagoon Pool with double water slides One of the latest additions to the iconic Marriott’s portfolio of 5-star luxury hotels is the Rayong Marriott Resort and Spa on the Eastern Seaboard. Built in 2013, this stunning contemporary property is set on the long sandy beach known as Mae Phim on a 100 km coastline approximately 90 minutes drive from Pattaya. Rayong Province (dubbed Thailand’s new beachside playground) offers national parks, idyllic waterfalls, limestone caves and much more.

It is home to the nearby islands of Koh Samet and Koh Mun. An abundance of seafood and seafood

products makes this area a popular weekend getaway for Bangkokians.

Most of the province is resplendent with mountains interspersed by flat plains and large tracts of fruit plantations and forests making it one of the lushest provinces in Thailand. With so much to offer it is not surprising that, although a comparative newcomer to Thai tourism, it is receiving considerable attention for its abundance of attractions and its enormous potential to become the next ontrend lifestyle destination.

The Rayong Marriott Resort and Spa offers sublime comfort

Kids Club Wonderful World in its 205 rooms and suites all with private balconies with either mountain or ocean views. Rooms provide flat screen TVs, bathrobes, separate shower and extra large baths with a luxury collection of Thann aromatic toiletries to please the most discerning guest. The hotel is set beachside in the most beautiful landscaped gardens with a Lagoon Main Pool with double water slides and the stylish Island View Pool plus special treats for children including their own Kids Club Wonderful World area.

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Pattaya Marriott Resort & Spa celebrates International Chefs Day

events calendar 154TH MELBOURNE CUP 2014 Date: 4 November 2014, Tuesday, 9:30 am – 1 pm Venue: Pullman Pattaya Hotel G

Pattaya Marriott Resort and Spa celebrated this year’s International Chefs Day by taking some of its loyal guests on a culinary journey. The international theme of this year’s celebration is Pass It On, which the resort applied by sharing the chefs’ culinary skills with its guests.

The journey began at Marriott’s very own hydroponic farm, located near Wat Yansangwararam, where guests learned how to grow lettuce in water without soil and harvested the farm’s own produce of lettuce varieties red and green oak, butterhead, iceberg and romaine.

Back at the resort grounds, chefs demonstrated how to prepare a vegetable wrap using the lettuce harvested fresh from the farm, which was followed by a sumptuous lunch at the Garden Cafe. The journey ended with a tour of the resort’s bakery kitchen where guests had a hands-on experience on cake and pastry decoration.

Activities: Pullman Pattaya Hotel G in collaboration with Pattaya International Ladies Club (PILC) presents the race that stops two nations. Turn up the “Fashion on the Field” and have your glamorous hat ready because there’s more than just the race to happen.

Enjoy a welcome glass of sparkling wine, free-flow soft drinks, live sushi station, canapé style party, and a lavish ice cream buffet. Dress to impress and the best dressed wins prize and an exclusive photo shoot. Raffle draw with fabulous prizes awaits you, including a special grand prize.

Tickets at 1,000 baht net for PILC member and 1,200 baht net for non-PILC member. 750 baht net for additional free-flow bubbly, wine, spirits. Proceeds will benefit PILC charities For more information: PILC Tel: 091 442 4423 Email: SpecialEventsPILC@gmail.com

MELBOURNE CUP Date: 4 November 2014, Tuesday,

10 am – 2 pm Venue: Havana Bar, Holiday Inn Pattaya Activities: Enjoy live Australia’s major thoroughbred horse race. Savor traditional brunch with free flow sparkling wines and soft drinks throughout event.

Price at 1,000 baht net per person (food only) or 1,800 baht net per person (food and beverage). Lucky draw prize and best dressed.

Enjoy LIVE Australia’s major thoroughbred horse race.

Traditional Brunch with free flow sparkling wines ForSavour more information: andPattaya soft drinks Tel: throughout Holiday Inn 038 event.

725 555 Email: chanchira.won@holidayinn-pattaya.com Venue: Havana Bar, Holiday Inn Pattaya Date: Tuesday 04th November 2014 Time: 10.00am to 02.00pm

CELEBRATE LOY KRATHONG BY THE BEACH Price at THB 1,000 net/person (Food Only) THB 1,800 net/person (Food & Beverage)

Date: 6 November 2014, Saturday, 6:30-11:00 pm Venue: Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya

LUCKY DRAW PRIZE & BEST DRESSED. For reservation please call 038 725555 or email: chanchira.won@holidayinn-pattaya.com

Devil’s Wine Tasting at Havana Bar Premium Chilean wines were on offer at the Devil’s wine tasting event organized by Holiday Inn Pattaya and Siam Winery.

The evening featured a selection of seven different kinds of wine from Casillero del Diablo – all premium wines, which guests enjoyed along with international cheeses and canapés served to complement the wines.

Casillero del Diablo has been awarded the world’s most admired wine brand and Pattaya wine aficionados got the chance to have a taste of this premium wine line using selected grapes from the richest Chilean valleys at Holiday Inn Pattaya’s Havana Bar.

Activities: Come celebrate Loy Krathong with your family to create lasting memories of your wonderful trip to Pattaya at Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya’s Mirage Beach BBQ night.

The most magical night of the year will be celebrated Northern style with a gourmet international buffet served on the beach under the brilliance of a full moon. Complimentary Thai herb beverages and a lantern will be included in the price of 1,499 baht ++ (750 baht ++ for children).

For more information: Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya Tel: 038 714 981 facebook.com/sheratonpattayaresort

LET’S CELEBRATE LOY KRATHONG Date: 6 November 2014, Saturday,

6:30-10:30 pm Venue: Elements, Sheraton Pattaya Resort

baht ++ per child under 12 (food only).

Activities: Celebrate the festival of floating dreams and enjoy scrumptious Thai Temple Festival Buffet. Unique Thai heritage atmosphere with live stations of the best of Thai street food plus fun games await to color up your memorable evening. A beautiful handmade krathong will be specially provided.

Price at 1,900 baht ++ per adult and 950

For more information: Sheraton Pattaya Resort Tel: 038 259 888 facebook.com/sheratonpattayaresort

INTERNATIONAL FIREWORKS FESTIVAL 2014 Date: 28-29 November 2014, Friday-Saturday Venue: Edge, Drift and Horizon, Hilton Pattaya

Activities: Hilton Pattaya offers a choice of settings with panoramic views across the bay, the ideal place to enjoy this world-class event.

For more information: Hilton Pattaya Tel: 038 253 000, 038 253 305 Email: bkkhp.pattaya.festive@hilton.com

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2014 FEI World Dressage Challenge Thailand The recently concluded 2014 FEI World Dressage Challenge was held at Horseshoe Point Pattaya last October 20-22.

Thai and foreign riders (in Thailand) converged in Pattaya to compete at this year’s challenge.

The aim of the FEI World Dressage Challenge is to promote and expand horse riding skills in developing countries and enable people all over the world to enjoy equestrian culture.

The major objectives are to give less experienced riders who cannot take part in international dressage competitions the opportunity to compete internationally without having to leave their own country and to promote dressage to the new generation of riders.

International experienced FEI (Federation Equestre Internationale) judges travel to different regions of the world to oversee the organization and judging of the challenge.

Thailand, where it is classified under Region 8, together with India, Indonesia, Malaysia and Singapore, were judged

by Freddy Leyman (Belgium) and Carlos Lopes (Portugal).

Results: Class 1: Warm-up Show Jumping Optimum Time 1st place: Ploypailin Pattanakul and Porsche Class 2: Warm-up Show Jumping Speed Class 1st place: Pichamon Chuerattanakorn and Yuttachai Class 3: Warm-up Show Jumping Speed Class 1st place: Kietnarong Klongkarn and Lamluek Class 4: Show Jumping Accumulator (Open) 1st place: Chonnarit Tomongkol and Bluto Class 4: Pony Challenge Accumulator (Pony) 1st place: Chonnarit Tomongkol and Bluto

Class 19: 2nd Junior Show Jumping Open 1st place: Anchisa Jamsa and Lamluek Class 19: 2nd Junior Show Jumping Qualifier 1st place: Anchisa Jamsa and Lamluek

William Grant & Sons and are pleased to offer you Exclusive Glenfiddich Single Malt Scotch Whisky Date: 14th November 2014 Venue: Dicey Reilly’s, Pattaya Marriott Resort & Spa 18.30 Register and Welcome drink 19.00 Commence Glenfiddich Single Malt dinner by: Mr. Matthew Stewart Fergusson-Glenfiddich Brand Ambassador Glenfiddich Single Malt Whisky Virtual Distillery Glenfiddich Single Malt Whisky 12 year old Tasting Session Glenfiddich Single Malt Whisky 15 year old Tasting Session Glenfiddich Single Malt Whisky 18 year old Tasting Session 21.00 End of the tasting

Class 20: 2nd Senior Show Jumping Qualifier 1st place: Siengsaw Lertratanachai and Victory B Class 20: 2nd Senior Show Jumping Open 1st place: Siengsaw Lertratanachai and Victory B Dressage: Preliminary Class Juniors Woraphat Sittiju and Corsario

Class 5: Show Jumping Accumulator 1st place: Noppawat Mahaweera and Rattanakampol Class 6: Sub-Junior Show Jumping Qualifier 1st place: Nuttanich Buntavong and Step 4 Class 6: Sub-Junior Show Jumping Open 1st place: Tanayut Konboon and Dao

Dressage: Preliminary Class Adults Isaree Chuchinnawat and Cindy Dressage: Elementary Class Juniors Woraphat Sittiju and Corsario Dressage: Elementary Class Adults Serena Bawden and Loopan

Class 7: Young Rider Show Jumping Qualifier 1st place: Siengsaw Lertratanachai and Elmo B Class 7: Young Rider Show Jumping Open 1st place: Siengsaw Lertratanachai and Elmo B

Dressage: Medium Class Chalermchan Yotviriyapanit and Ridano Elmy

Class 8: Show Jumping Accumulator 1st place: Daphne Jaffre and Nixon Class 18: Show Jumping Power and Speed 1st place: Maesinee Amornrattananant and Winai

Dressage: Advanced Class Suphakamol Vuntanadit and Escudo 26

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Siam@Siam Design Hotel Pattaya conducts fire drill Siam@Siam Design Hotel Pattaya organized its first fire drill and evacuation training for management and staff.

Conducted by Pattaya City Fire Brigade, team members were trained on methods of putting out a fire and evacuation procedure.

The exercise will be conducted annually to keep staff prepared for such emergencies and ensure they can properly deal with unexpected occurrences such as exploding gas tanks and electrical fires.

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Thai TV host San “Earth” Eittisukkhanan (right) seen here on a tour of Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya during filming of interview with Sukanya Wongdornma, hotel’s financial controller, for channel 5’s travel TV program Tee Ded Muang Thai.

The management team of Amari Pattaya led by Brendan Daly, general manager, congratulated Sirawit Thangthong (third from right) and Yuthaporn Namwichai (second from left) for being the first runner-up in the Freestyle Ice Carving Competition at Food and Hotel Thailand 2014 held at the Bangkok International Trade and Exhibition Centre (BITEC). The team members also received awards in the Ice Carving Challenge at the Pattaya Bartender Contest 2014, where Sirawit took first place and Yuthaporn was the first runner-up.

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Amari Pattaya donates to Baht for a Better Life foundation The management team of Amari Pattaya led by general manager Brendan Daly (middle) presented a cheque worth 220,000 baht, total amount collected from the Passion Fruit Puff for Charity event held during this year’s celebration of Her Majesty the Queen’s Birthday.

The proceeds were donated to Baht for a Better Life foundation, which helps children from underprivileged backgrounds.

TV stars at Dicey Reilly’s Thai comedian visits Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya

One of the most popular Thai comedians Petchtai Wongkamlao, best known by his stage name Mum Jokmok (left), was welcomed by Andre Brulhart, general manager of Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya, during his family vacation at the resort.

Somsak Tanruengsri (right), general manager of Pattaya Marriott Resort and Spa, gave a very warm welcome to Joy Rinlanee Sripen and Ter Chantavit Dhanasevi, stars of the Channel 3 TV program “Preawpak”, during their filming at Dicey Reilly’s Irish Pub.

Top UAE travel agents visit Dusit Thani Pattaya

Eight top travel agents from the United Arab Emirates (UAE) were given a warm welcome by the Dusit Thani Pattaya management led by Wacharee Pornchaiwisuthikul (third left), director of sales and marketing when they visited Pattaya City for a familiarization trip organized in cooperation with Thai Airways International. The group, led by Sameh Shakwat (left) of Dusit International’s sales office in the Middle East, was briefed on the new holiday attractions for family guests and a variety of other features that cater to MICE and wedding clients.

The Essence of Love Photo Exhibition Novotel Suvarnabhumi Airport Hotel general manager Christophe Geoffroy was joined by hotel management and guests to mark the opening of the photo exhibition “The Essence of Love” held at the hotel’s lobby. The exhibition showcased the works of 52 photographers from Foto United group celebrating the omnipresence of love.

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Mick & Di The Food Lovers

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LA TAVERNA Bravo! for Receiving the Prestigious “Ospitality Italiana” Certification

This time of year the restaurant world holds its breadth and awaits to hear if their hard-earned reputations have won them an award. There are a plethora of these but one in particular is especially important for Italian restaurants and although many are selected for scrutiny very few are awarded the seal of Quality promoted by the Thai-Italian Chamber of Commerce known as “Ospitalita Italiana”.

La Taverna in the town of Bang Saray has pulled this off and Chef Corrado Macri will be travelling to Bangkok this month to receive this prestigious “Q” award in recognition of not only the authenticity of its cuisine but also the top-tier Italian ingredients which are used to create his dishes.

So it was with great expectations that Mick and I visited La Taverna recently. An eye-catching terrace welcomes and it is here that the wood-fired pizza oven sits discharging its precious cargo from as early as 10 a.m. till 10 p.m. The interior is welcoming and relaxing with a smile of old world Italian charm and a host of young eager staff who aim to please. Executive Chef Corrado hails from Pescara in the Abruzzo region of Italy. A popular seaside resort, it is famed for its seafood and indeed seafood is a significant player on his La Taverna menu.

Open throughout the day and evening, the brunch menu offers a taste of the Mediterranean, from juicy Italian tomatoes, fresh buffalo Mozzarella bruschettas to vibrant salads, house focaccia bread, which can be custom-built to your preference, a nonet of pastas from penne to pappardelle with a dozen sauces from pesto to pomodoro e basilico – they are all luscious, homemade, fresh and authentic.

Naturally pizzas make for the perfect brunch or lunch and with 17 varieties with 24 additional toppings the choice here is awesome. A savory special offers a focaccia sandwich with tomato and mozzarella and a soft drink for only B.95 or for a sweet treat there’s a brioche oozing with fresh cream accompanied by your favorite coffee – again for only B.95.

Mick and I were visiting for their dinner menu which commences at 5 p.m. There are many dishes from

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chef’s hometown of Pescara but the whole length and breadth of that famous boot-shaped country are represented on this extensive menu.

The wine list is set firmly in Italy and covers all regions at reasonable prices. We chose a Valpolicella (B.960) to enjoy with our mix of dishes as it tends towards the lighter end of the spectrum of wines and would pair well both with the fish and pork. Our starters were in fact two seafood items, an insalata di granchi (crab salad at B.260) and antipasto Adriatico (B.240) which arrived bursting with polar fresh prawns, mussels and squid adroitly coated in a rich extra virgin olive oil and parsley dressing. The crab salad was a ‘hands-on dish’ as the crabs (three in total) arrived cut in half just waiting to be cracked and snapped to reveal their snowy white meat. Served on a bed of ribboned carrot and onion it was a tasty dish.

Other starters include a selection of vibrant salads, all with fresh Italian heirloom tomatoes, beef carpaccio with Grana Padano cheese, a rustic bean soup with hearty mountain ham, an acquapazza cozze e vongole (a “crazy water” mix of clams and mussels sauteed in that grassy virgin olive oil, white wine and garlic); another popular dish from the shores of Pescara.

We passed on the pasta but for lovers of this indispensable component it represents all that is Italian and is lovingly made with topgrade Italian flour and the lushest sauces. Two house specialties, homemade egg spaghetti with prawns cooked in Grappa, peppers and tomato sauce and spaghetti Scoglio, a traditional dish from Abruzzo consisting of a selection of frutti di mare are presented with chef’s special twist.

I plumped for brodetto dell’Adriatico (seafood soup) while Mick turned to pork for his second plate: pork fillet medallions in a sage sauce. Both were excellent.

The soup was a slurp-worthy broth yielding a medley of seafood with a delicious tranche of monkfish served with grilled bread, while across the table the pork in its creamy sage scented blanket was disappearing fast with murmurs of approval. Other main courses include roast lamb in a rosemary and white wine sauce (B.340), pork and beef meatballs in a tomato and basil sauce and another house specialty Australian tenderloin cutlets grilled to order then topped with cherry tomatoes, rocket salad

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Located on the main road of Bang Saray, 300 m down from the roundabout on the right-hand side Open daily from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Tel: 090 386 4582 www.latavernabangsare.com

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INGREDIENTS 6 oz 1 oz ½ oz 3 pcs 2 pcs 2 pcs

lychee juice grenadine jam whole fresh strawberry fresh watermelon fresh pineapple crushed ice

GARNISH

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and Grana Padano cheese. Rabbit is another underrated ingredient and here the kitchen offers it rolled in a mushroom and tomato sauce (B.455) while their duck is presented in a Northern Italian sweet and sour sauce.

Like to cook? Why not enroll in the La Taverna Cook Academy.

Prices start at B.1,500 for two 3-hour lessons and include tuition on first courses, pasta, second courses, fish and desserts. Check their website for more details or just pop in and talk to the staff.

The point about good Italian cuisine is its simplicity but also its flair. Our Italian dinner at La Taverna reflected exactly that, toptiered ingredients were beautifully cooked and creatively presented served by the friendliest bunch of staff we have encountered in quite some time. Congratulations to Chef Corrado and his team for not only bringing the taste of Abruzzo to Bang Saray but also on gaining the seal of Quality promoted by the Thai-Italian Chamber of Commerce for maintaining the authentic Italian table.

Ben Fatto La Taverna!

For parties of five or more please call ahead to make reservations. All pizzas are available for take-away.

Add juice, grenadine, jam, two pieces of fresh strawberries, fresh watermelon and fresh pineapple into blender. Blend well.

Strain directly into jam jar. Add crushed ice on top. Place fresh strawberry and fresh

watermelon as garnish. Serve with dry ice on the side.

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S TAY E XC ITED. ” ree “Aom a h c t a W e: Chef Full Nam rawet Warintha y& nal Pastr io t a n r e t n : I Specialty Bakery y kitchen : Baker @ g in Pattaya Perform at Hilton r eet Cavia dish: Sw Featured

Fireworks by Dazzling View Celebrate with family with an extensive beer and wine while the sky light up Date: 28th - 29th November 2014 from 07.00pm to 11.00pm at Cafe’ G Price: THB 1,450 net / person (Food only) THB 1,990 net / person including drinks Kids 7-12 years old THB 690 net / person Special for kids 6 years old and under eat FREE

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Holiday Inn Pattaya call 038 725 555

INGREDIENTS 6 pcs strawberry 3 pcs blackberry Sauce 1 kg puree 350 grams sugar 200 grams glucose 4 pcs gelatin

METHOD Pavlova 220 grams egg white 250 grams sugar 15 grams corn flour 200 grams icing sugar Caviar 500 grams balsamic vinegar 200 grams sugar 13 grams agar-agar powder

Sauce Boil puree, sugar and glucose until mixed well.

In a medium bowl, mix gelatin and water until thoroughly combined until no lumps of gelatin remain.

Add gelatin into the hot mixture and stir until it is melted.

Pavlova Beat egg white and gradually add in the sugar until thick and glossy, then mix together with corn flour and icing sugar in a mixing bowl.

Place in a tray and put in the oven.

Caviar Boil balsamic vinegar and sugar, stir well.

Add agar-agar powder in the hot bowl, stir until it is melted and allow it to be completely cool.

Gently discharge the mixture into the calcium chloride bath drop by drop.

After a minute, gently remove the caviar using a straining spoon and add to the cold water.

Serving Place pavlova in a glass, and then put fresh strawberries.

Top up with sauce and caviar.

Garnish with a few strawberry and blackberry on the side.

Hilton Pattaya is located at 333/101 Moo 9 Nongprue, Banglamung, Chonburi Tel: 038 253 000 www.pattaya.hilton.com

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Cedar Restaurant

Lebanese Cuisine soaks in the flavors of the Middle East and the Mediterranean Nader and Anwar Alhadi, both professional chefs/restaurateurs, have been managing their successful restaurant, The Lebanese Palace on Third Road, for quite some time. These two Lebanese brothers are passionate about their native cuisine and are actively bringing their native gastronomy to Pattaya. Due to the hit that the Lebanese Palace has become they have opened a second eatery in CentralFestival Pattaya Beach called Cedar Restaurant.

The Lebanese are gleeful eaters; even their country’s name came about because of it: the snow-covered mountains inland reminded them of the pure whiteness of laban (yogurt).

Food is more than just fuel to the Lebanese, big occasions call for long periods of preparation and mealtimes can last for hours as

the last mouthfuls of this exciting Mediterranean food is mopped up with their delicious bread.

This sister restaurant is relatively small in size but the menu by comparison is huge. The décor is fresh, light and bright with pine colored tables and bench seats suitable for the all-day dining that keeps this eatery busy from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Lebanon’s most famous dishes all hail from the famous meze spread. The culinary classics of hummus, tabbouleh and baba ghanoush (mashed aubergine dip) are staple meze dishes, now known worldwide. This menu contains them all. A vast selection of cold starters segue into cooked meats, soups, rice dishes, grills, steaks and fish concluding with a tidy selection of Thai dishes and desserts. Prices are more than reasonable with combo plates

starting at only B.180. There is also an extensive range of fruit mocktails, fresh juice shakes and juices, specialty coffees and teas plus Singha and Heineken beer but if you are partial to a glass of wine you can bring your own bottle and pay just B.100 corkage.

The menu is a fantastic array of dishes which makes for exciting reading. From various renditions of creamy hummus (chickpea/ sesame seed/garlic paste) through shawarma (shredded lamb), tabbouleh (cracked wheat mixed salad) to chicken, fried kibbeh (minced meat combined with pine seeds and wheat) to a myriad of delicious grilled meats all evoking the mysteries of Arabic cuisine.

Incidentally, all prices are net and service is left to your discretion.

A popular mode of eating in Lebanese restaurants, as mentioned earlier, is the meze.

There are literally dozens of dishes from which to choose both hot and cold. What is ultimately chosen is of course to the whim of each individual. We elected to order the mixed selection of cold starters (B.350) with extra plates of vine leaves (B.175), sautéed lamb liver sprinkled with lemon juice and pomegranate syrup, falafel (deepfried chickpea patties) an Arabic spicy salad and the restaurant’s signature flat bread.

There is a presentation wizard in this kitchen. Each dish was beautifully decorated with the bejeweled colors of fresh vegetables, studded with olives, pine nuts and scented with heady olive oil and herbs. The mixed starter consisted of a creamy, garlicky hummus (B.130) a wonderful moutabal giddy with smoky mashed aubergine infused with tahini, lemon juice, garlic, parsley and olive oil. Fattoush is a traditional mixed salad, healthy and delicious tossed with crispy fried pieces of flat bread. The tabbouleh

was super-green, zingingly light and herby exhilarated with piquant parsley, various herbs and cracked wheat. The bread is a must; these big, freshly baked pillowy puffs of flat bread are just perfect for tearing and dipping into the rich, smooth pastes and a natural accompaniment to all the flavors. Dark, luminous green vine leaves are stuffed with fragrant rice and herbs, those spicy falafel are coated with white sesame seeds and the spiced lamb liver

was perfectly cooked with the flavors intensified with the lemon and fruity syrup. We nibbled on the complimentary fruit plate and lingered over a cup of (delicious) Lebanese tea which brought to a close our Cedar Restaurant dining experience.

Cedar Restaurant 6th floor, CentralFestival Pattaya Beach Open daily from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. (kitchen closes at 10:30 p.m.)

Tel: 080 053 8378 (Anwar)

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F&B Promotions Kebabs

The true taste of Central Cuisine

International Fireworks Buffet Dinner

at Flames Restaurant, Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya

at Elements Restaurant, Sheraton Pattaya Resort

at Cape Dara Resort Pattaya

Throughout the month of November, Flames Restaurant’s chef highly recommends to try the best kebabs in Pattaya.

The exotic meats of crocodile and ostrich are two of the items in the gourmet kebabs offered this month. Grilled marinated lamb kebabs are also featured. Prices start from 400 baht ++ only.

Flames Restaurant is located on the beachfront of Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya. The restaurant opens daily from 6 to 11 p.m.

Call to reserve at 038 714 981.

During the months of November and December, Elements restaurant embarks to open up new culinary perspectives. With the two luminaries Chef Pichit and Chef Kid continue their wondrous culinary creation, crafting up Thailand’s Central favorite dishes, a wide range of true delicacies awaits to bring you to another level of indulgence.

Renowned for their consummate appeals: Pork rib soup with pineapple (280 baht ++), Roasted duck in lychee red curry (390 baht ++), Fried Seabass with coconut milk (450 baht ++) and more.

Elements restaurant opens daily 6 a.m. to 11 p.m., offering bright and comfortable atmosphere in both air-conditioned and outdoor seating on ocean view terrace.

Saturday Night BBQ Buffet at The Bay, Dusit Thani Pattaya

For more information, please call 038 259 888.

Diceys Black Lava Burger at Dicey Reilly’s Irish Pub, Pattaya Marriott Resort & Spa Enjoy a fantastic selection of meat and seafood BBQ items as well as international cuisine in the Saturday Night BBQ Buffet. Open from 6:30 to 10 pm. Buffet price is 1,754 baht net per person (food only). Free flow of wine, beer, juice and soft drinks is at 705 baht net per person.

For reservations, please call 038 425 611-7 ext 2149-50.

Cakes with a distinctive Japanese influence at La Pâtisserie, The Okura Prestige Bangkok Pastry chefs at The Okura Prestige Bangkok have created a new range of cakes for sale at the hotel’s bakery outlet La Pâtisserie that feature an exotic blend of Western and Japanese ingredients.

These Japaneseinfluenced cakes are available throughout November 2014 and priced from 160 baht.

Choices are Niigata green tea roll, banana sponge cake, strawberry shortcake and Mont Blanc.

La Pâtisserie is easily accessible via the BTS network at Phloen Chit station as it is located on the ground floor of the Park Ventures Ecoplex at the corner of Wireless and Phloen Chit roads. Opens weekdays from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

For more information, please call 02 687 9000 or email fb@okurabangkok.com.

All-You-Can-Eat Dim Sum at Dynasty Restaurant, Centara Grand at Central Plaza Ladprao Bangkok

Dicey Reilly’s Pattaya offers Black Lava Burger for the amazing price of just 249 baht net. Enjoy new, delicious burger every day with grilled burger bun filled with beef, melted cheddar cheese, crispy bacon, lettuce, tomato and onion and accompanied by a side order of French fries.

Dicey Reilly’s is located between Pattaya Marriott Resort & Spa and Soi Post Office on the Pattaya Second Road. Open from 8 a.m. until midnight with the full pub menu running until late.

For more information, please contact 038 411 755 or e-mail diceyspub@minornet.com.

New Samunprai Thai Dishes

Experience the spectacular fireworks of the annual fireworks competition on November 28-29, 2014 at Cape Dara Resort Pattaya.

• Radius restaurant offers international buffet dinner with seafood BBQ and soft drink at 1,800 baht per person. Buffet line from 6 to 10:30 p.m.

• Free-flow drinks at Dara Club Lounge Roof, located on the hotel’s 24th floor, at 1,500 baht per person.

• Room promotion including dinner on the beach for two persons at 15,100 baht.

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

Loy Krathong Festival at Amari Pattaya Join Amari Pattaya for a memorable celebration of Loy Krathong festival. Enjoy traditional Thai dancing, music, cuisine, a Miss Noppamas contest, and experience floating your own krathong.

The celebration will be held on Thursday, November 6, 2014 at the Free-Form Pool in front of Essence Restaurant. The event will cost 1,200 baht net per person and the buffet starts at 7 p.m.

For information and reservations, please contact Essence Restaurant, Amari Pattaya at 038 418 418 ext 836 or 837 or email fbreservation.pattaya@amari.com.

Aussie favorites

at basil, Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit

at Vistas Lobby Lounge, Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya

basil’s talented Chef Kesinee introduces two new and truly outstanding dishes to her incredibly popular samunprai Thai or Thai herb menu. The new must-try dishes are yam polamai goong mangkorn, a spicy salad of lobster with tropical fruits and kaffir lime, and panaeng neau gam, braised beef cheek with a rich coconut milk curry.

The gifted chef has also chosen many diners’ favorites from her popular series of special menus that turn the spotlight on the most essential herbs and spices.

Don’t miss Chef Kesinee’s new herb-rich Thai cuisine. Prices start from 390 baht ++ per dish.

Basil is open for lunch from 12 to 2:30 p.m., Monday to Friday, and dinner from 6 to 10:30 p.m., Monday to Sunday.

During this November month, Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya highly recommends to taste Aussie favorites.

Vistas Lobby Lounge has gone down under for inspiration for their monthly promotion. Aussie favorites such as Pavlova cake with fresh berries, a pumpkin cheesecake and a chocolate olive oil cake will be cooked to perfection and offered to the sweet-toothed throughout this month. Prices start at just 90 baht ++.

Vistas Lobby Lounge is located in the main lobby of Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya and opens daily from 9 a.m. to 10 p.m. Special buy one, get one free on all cakes during happy hours between 7 to 10 p.m.

For reservations, please call 02 649 8366 or visit www.sheratongrandesukhumvit.com/en/store.

For more information or reservations, please contact 038 714 981.

Following many requests from Dynasty fans, Master Chef Kam invites you to come and enjoy mouth-watering All-You-Can-Eat Dim Sum on Saturdays and Sundays Lunch Special, masterfully blended to traditional taste, including 80 diferrent kinds of dim sum plus luscious desserts, priced only at 800 baht net per person.

All-you-can-eat dim sum highlight includes deep-fried bird’s nest spring rolls with shrimp, deep-fried Chinese croissant with shrimp filling, steamed salmon rolls with enoki mushroom, steamed snow fish rolls with anchovy caviar, steamed crab meat siew mai with shimiji mushroom, Chinese cabbage rolls with jelly fish, deep-fried taro with Alaska scallop meat, steamed snow fish with anchovy caviar, Phuket lobster wonton in Chinese herbs soup, deep-fried prawn wonton with cream dressing and many delicious options.

Molecular Cocktails

For reservations, please call 02 541 1234 ext 4262, 4272.

For more information or reservations, please contact 038 714 981.

at Zulu Jungle Bar, Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya Throughout the month of November, the mixology team at Zulu will be displaying their skills in devising a selection of molecular cocktails to add a twist of magic to their exciting menu of cocktails. Three cocktails will be highlighted: Molecular, Melon Illusion and Molecular of Love. Prices start at only 220 baht ++.

Zulu Jungle Bar is located adjacent to the lobby of Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya and opens daily from 5 p.m. to 1 a.m. Should you fancy some privacy, two fully soundproof karaoke rooms will certainly cater for such needs.

WEEKEND BUFFET DINNER | THB 899++ Go on a culinary escape. Enjoy grilled barbeque on Fridays or savor fresh savory seafood on Saturdays starting at 6 pm. This bright and airy restaurant offers spectacular views of the Gulf of Thailand, providing both indoor and al fresco dining.

Weekend Buffet Dinner Call 038.998.000 to make reservations or visit MarriottRayongResort.com for more information.

at C-Salt Café, Rayong Marriott Resort & Spa

Go on a culinary escape. Enjoy grilled barbeque on Fridays or savor fresh seafood on Saturdays starting at 6 pm. This bright and airy restaurant offers spectacular views of the Gulf of Thailand, providing both indoor and al fresco dining.

RAYONG MARRIOTT RESORT & SPA 99/5 MOO2, PAE-KLAENG-KRAM ROAD, SAKPONG DISTRICT KLAENG, RAYONG 21190, THAILAND

Call 038 998 000 to make reservations or visit MarriottRayongResort.com for more information.

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

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Facilities in the hotel include leisurely walks, an aquarium and the opportunity to include cooking, boxing and yoga classes in your stay.

Wedding and banquet facilities can be arranged in the huge meeting room of 731 sqm with state-ofthe-art LCD projection and modern MICE technology. Complete with three extensive outdoor areas the conference foyer overlooks the landscaped grounds and water features. The Executive Boardroom is perfect for meetings of 12 people.

Bars and restaurants are numerous. The all-day dining café is called C-Salt where the extensive breakfast buffet is served from 6:30 a.m. until 10:30 a.m. when it segues into an a la carte eatery centered on the wooden oven that bakes fresh pizzas. Light and airy with ocean views it is a bright, lively space during the day and a chic, elegant restaurant in the evenings.

The Fish Bar is a specialty beachfront restaurant and bar specializing in fresh local seafood.

Rayong is home to Thailand’s biggest fishing port and its seafood is prized for its freshness and flavor. The menu at the Fish Bar is predominantly modern Thai but does include a selection of western dishes. An open kitchen and sunken bar complete the décor in this contemporary comfy zone in which to enjoy a cocktail or glass of wine.

There is the “grab-and-go” café offering a selection of the resort’s in-house bakery items, homemade chocolates and specialty coffees.

These can be enjoyed inside the café while surfing the internet, browsing the magazines or of course, just grab and go. synC is a trendy modern bar providing the ideal spot for conference lunches and casual meetings. The sophisticated design blends a modern setting with traditional Thai finishes and extreme comfort. The Lounge is another prominent space where coffee and tea can be enjoyed during the daylight hours and alcoholic beverages and snacks after sunset.

C-Salt Cafe

Deluxe Ocean View The Quan Spa is another luxurious destination in the resort. Quan means a source of pure water and is the innovative approach of this spa drawing on the restorative properties of water while offering a haven for healing and rejuvenation.

The essential oils used in the treatments are 100 percent natural and where possible sourced that day from the local market. Elemis beauty products are used for all the procedures. Designed to respect the body’s synergy with the skin, body and mind, the Elemis company has over 20 years experience in treating both men and woman and is proud of its dynamic ingredients, medical grade formulas and dedicated research which has combined to give the company its enviable reputation. A full menu of massages is available from hot stone to a Thai herbal therapy massage to a stress relieving massage which can increase circulation, relax the muscles and reduce stress-related pain. Open from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily the spa offers the opportunity

Java+ to relax, reflect and revitalize during your stay.

Currently the Rayong Marriot Resort and Spa offers a unique tourist destination that is new, unsullied and untouched. If quiet serenity and peacefulness, with local sites, fish, fauna and flora is your

preference, then the Rayong Marriot Resort and Spa is your ultimate vacation destination.

Rayong Marriott Resort & Spa Pae-Klaeng-Kram Road, Chakpong Klaeng, Rayong Tel: 038 998 000 www.MarriottRayongResort.com

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Hotel Promotions Ultimate Villa Party Package

Weekend De-stress Getaway Package

at Sheraton Pattaya Resort

at Absolute Sanctuary, Koh Samui

Great news for guests who stay at Sheraton Pattaya Resort’s beachfront villa! The resort is now offering a special package for you to invite friends and their families for a private party. With stunning views of the villa’s private beach and your very own private butler to welcome your guests, the party will surely be an unforgettable experience for everyone.

Book your villa now and allow the events team to create your memorable moment at Sheraton Pattaya Resort.

Exclusive to Thais and those who reside in Thailand, the Weekend De-stress Getaway package is a 3-day/3-night program designed for busy, stressed-out executives and individuals. Combining the resort’s Anti-Stress massages and De-stressing treatments with its uniquely designed Group Pilates Reformer program, Yoga classes and nutritious super food meals, the resort seeks to provide a perfect haven to relax, recharge and revitalize.

Prices start from 25,500 baht for single occupancy and 44,000 baht for double occupancy in a Superior room.

Available from now to December 27, 2014.

Villa rates start from: • 35,000 baht ++ per night (Baan Sai Chol / One-bedroom villa) • 45,000 baht ++ per night (Baan Sai Nam / Two-bed room villa) Party arrangement rates start from: • 1,400 baht ++ per person for 2 hours finger food (food only)

• 1,700 baht ++ per person for 2 hours open bar with free-flow wine Party venue rental will be charged at one-night stay rate.

Valid through December 24, 2014.

For more information or reservation, please call 038 259 888.

For more information on the package or to make a booking, call 077 601 190 or email bookings@absolutesanctuary.com.

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Vol. 02 No. 21 | Nov 1-15 2014

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) is lending its full support to Central Pattana, Thaicom and BECTero Entertainment to stage the NASA Space Exhibition in Bangkok from December 1, 2014 to February 1, 2015. This is the first time that this type of event is being held in the Southeast Asian region.

TAT Governor, Thawatchai Arunyik, said, “This news says simply everything about the capability of Thailand as the region’s leader in space technology and initiative, especially as all countries are moving towards the implementation of the ASEAN Economic Community in 2015. It also brings much joy to the Thai people, being a part of the grand celebrations to mark the auspicious 87th birthday of His Majesty King Bhumibol Adulyadej, Thailand’s Father of Technology.”

The NASA Space Exhibition is also set to commemorate the 180th anniversary of Thai-US relations.

Held under the theme “A Human Ride Adventure”, the event is set to take place at the Bangkok Convention Centre on 5th floor of Central Plaza Ladprao.

The exhibition will be divided into four zones: Space technology, Ride, Souvenir, and Space Café.

Space technology The largest zone will showcase more than 400 pieces of space technology such as space rockets, space suit, satellite, space cars, space robots, space menu, space bathroom, space communication devices and space shuttle, as well as operating engines, space electronic devices, space station and ground station.

Visitors will have the chance to marvel at an amazing range of NASA spacecraft, starting from Mercury and Gemini to Apollo and the Space

PHOTOs courtesy of Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT)

NASA Space Exhibition to be held in Bangkok

Shuttle. Russian space technology will also be on display including replicas of the Sputnik satellite and lunar survey rover Lunokhod.

Other highlights include a replica of Neil Armstrong’s space suit, two Titan 1 rocket engines, a scale model of the most powerful rocket ever successfully flown, Saturn V, Apollo Lunar Module cockpit and ascent engine, and an Apollo Command Module replica with a real simulator/ trainer interior and a replica of the Command Module’s main hatch.

Ride This zone will focus on thrilling space experiences including G Force Simulator – a force of up to 1G to simulate the forces that astronauts experience during a Space Shuttle launch and landing on its return to Earth, The Globe – a circular screen that allows 360-degree views and interactive displays and information about the Sun and planets in the solar system: Mercury, Venus, Earth, Mars, Jupiter, Saturn, Uranus, and

Neptune, plus the dwarf planet Pluto, and Photo Activity Club that offers the chance for visitors to take pictures in space suits while they are experiencing weightlessness in space.

Souvenir This zone is set to offer a wide variety of space souvenirs such as flight jackets, rocket models, space key chains, pen and tag hanging used in the Mission Control room, copyrighted space items such as Angry Bird in Star Wars outfits and books about space missions.

Space Café This zone will provide the opportunity for visitors to experience space atmosphere and special space cuisine such as Neil Armstrong’s lunch menu or Charles Duke’s dinner meal.

Entry tickets are 500 baht each and reservations can be made at www. thaiticketmajor.com.

please dial 038 253 000 for inquiries and reservations

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Vol. 02 No. 21 | Nov 1-15 2014

No-Drug Heartburn Relief: 10 Home Remedies for Heartburn

by Gwen Vazquez, www.UrbaneWomen.com

Nothing can be worse than suffering from a painful bout of heartburn immediately, or shortly after a sumptuous meal.

While there are many over-the-counter medications available that will get you relief fast, you can also try out some home remedies for heartburn that will save you the need and the expense of visiting the pharmacy or chemists.

So if you have overindulged and had too much spicy food, or a lot of foods high in fat, then try these ten natural heartburn remedies that can help soothe the pain and calm your stomach down fast…

Spa Promotions Experience Package (Dead Sea mud treatments) at Spa Cenvaree, Centara Nova Hotel & Spa Pattaya The therapeutic properties of the mineral-rich salt water and mud from the Dead Sea have been known for generations. The abundant health benefits include increase in cellular metabolism, relief from skin conditions, ease of muscular pain, and significant decreases in stress and insomnia.

Spa Cenvaree at Centara Nova Hotel and Spa Pattaya, Centara Boutique Collection is the only spa in Pattaya to offer treatments based on Dead Sea water and mud, which contains 21 minerals, with a range of therapies including cleansing Vichy showers, soaking baths, detoxifying scrubs, re-mineralizing wraps, and steam infusions.

The Experience Package is a 75-minute Dead Sea journey that includes a salt scrub, mud body wrap, and Dead Sea skin-softening bath. The price is only 999 baht, and if you are a hotel guest you will receive a free back massage if you take the package on your first day.

Advance booking is recommended.

Please contact spacenvareenvp@chr.co.th or call 038 725 999 ext 3.

Spa Treats good enough to eat! at Breeze Spa, Amari Pattaya Breeze Spa introduces a special honey collection for a happier you and a healthier community.

Indulge in luxurious honey with Breeze Spa’s two new products, the Almond Milk Honey Body Scrub and the Oat Honey Cookie Body Mask. Made from organic raw honey carefully harvested from Plan BEE, a part of the group’s CSR project to help preserve local biodiversity.

Introduced in 2013, Plan BEE established a rural bee farming project in Krabi, where the local community in Baan Kao Kram was provided with specialized training from an experienced beekeeper and the start-up tools for the keeping of the Asian Honeybee which is under threat of extinction.

Set in the lush natural forest of the region, the bees will promote local biodiversity while providing the local community an additional source of income.

With notes from the nectars of Krabi’s natural wild flowers, these scrumptiously invigorating spa treatments are the perfect guiltfree delight to help restore the skin. With a special three-month promotion across all Breeze Spas, guests booking any 90-minute massages will enjoy a selection of one of the treatments from the honey collection. Valid from now until November 30, 2014.

For more information or to make a reservation, please visit www.breeze-spa.com.

1. A Cup of Ginger Tea One of the strongest proven natural cures for heartburn is by using small amounts of ginger.

To alleviate your heartburn fast, drink a cup of warm ginger tea. The ginger will help to absorb the stomach acid, which causes the pain and discomfort.

6. Eat an Apple a Day Eat an apple every day to get an ongoing relief from pain and eliminate heartburn easily.

This all-natural remedy works well if you eat an apple a few hours before going to bed as quite frequently heartburn increases when you lie down.

2. Aloe Vera Juice Throughout Europe, aloe vera juice is highly regarded as a natural home remedy to help reduce the pain of heartburn.

Because aloe vera juice is very alkaline, it neutralizes a lot of the excess stomach acid, easing your heartburn.

It also helps to calm down an irritated esophagus.

As with anything though, everything should be done in moderation. This is because taking too much aloe vera juice may result in you getting diarrhea, electrolyte imbalances and abdominal pain all of which are not pleasant.

So make sure not to have too much aloe vera.

7. Try Mustard!

Mustard is another at-home remedy that works. All it takes is a teaspoon of mustard to help eliminate heartburn or acid reflux.

We recommend the yellow “English” mustard. However, some people claim that brown mustard works just as good.

8. Eat Almonds

3. Take a Little Baking Soda

A great natural antacid is baking soda (also known as sodium bicarbonate), which is readily available and cheap. It is also one of the oldest and best known home cures for bad heartburn.

Baking soda acts very rapidly by neutralizing excess stomach acid, which can give very rapid relief from all heartburn.

Whatever you do though, do not drink the baking soda on its own. You need to add half a teaspoon of baking soda to half a cup of warm water, along with a few drops of lemon juice and then stir well before drinking it.

4. Try a Little Apple Cider Vinegar While heartburn is commonly caused by too much acidity, inadequate acidity can also be the cause of it.

It’s worth trying apple cider vinegar when you experience heartburn alongside a sour stomach and having a feeling of fullness.

To use it, mix in a teaspoon of unfiltered apple cider vinegar into half a cup of warm water, and then sip it along with food at mealtimes.

5. Drink Chamomile Tea

An easy cure for heartburn is to drink chamomile tea, which can be used to help neutralize excess stomach acid. You can also drink some chamomile tea to help relieve stress.

To reduce heartburn, eat eight to ten almonds daily as they can provide rapid and immediate heartburn relief. Also, almonds can be eaten after each meal to keep heartburn away.

9. A Spoonful of Honey By having two teaspoons of honey after each meal, you can help stop heartburn.

The honey helps your body to digest the food more effectively and hence it prevents excessive acid secreting into the stomach during digestion.

10. Bananas Eating bananas is great for your body as they act as a natural antacid, which helps in giving you pain relief from heartburn.

To relieve heartburn, simply eat a fresh or dried banana.

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

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Vol. 02 No. 21 | Nov 1-15 2014

Rejuvenate – Replenish – Restore with Made Collagen

by Di Barker for Thonglor Clinic

Have you heard the latest beauty buzz in town about a new anti-aging procedure? Most of us want the benefits of skin rejuvenation without having to resort to surgery, don’t we?

Well – take a few minutes out to read this article about the healthiest facial restoration around.

This latest treatment is called Made collagen and is based on the most advanced facial detoxification and skin rejuvenation originating from Italy. It uses homeopathic preparations such as minerals, vitamins, enzymes and cell therapy.

Developed by Professor Made (pronounced madee), it is the latest cosmetic discovery to arrive in Thailand. The party season is approaching and you want to look your best – so please continue reading to get the low down on the healthiest facial rejuvenation in town.

Firstly, where do you go to get this treatment? That’s easy – it’s Thonglor Clinic on Thappraya Road in Jomtien. Always searching for effective ways to stay in the forefront of medical science, this is the up-to-the-minute treatment to be offered at their clinic. Homeopathic collagen facial injections are now being offered as an all-natural beautifying treatment and best of all it’s non-toxic, hypoallergic, FDA approved and has no known side effects.

Homeopathic Made-collagen encourages the production of collagen and hyaluronic acid (the skin’s natural hydration). It helps skin to look its best and dramatically slows the aging process, leaving your complexion smooth and radiant. I was told that patients had noticed a decrease in uneven skin tone, hyper-pigmentation

and sun spots, while sagging skin appeared lifted and rejuvenated.

All the information I researched was positive – it was an all natural product with so many constructive advantages – I was convinced and ready to undergo the procedure myself.

Since this collagen is a natural product, a series of treatments is required, which will over the period make the skin produce more of its own collagen and hyaluronic acid.

Some of the other cosmetic benefits include the flushing of toxins and dead skin cells, speeding up the metabolism and stimulating blood circulation, restoring and balancing the body’s immune radicals to prevent wrinkles, and deeply nourishing the skin.

I arrived at Thonglor Clinic and after an informative one-to-one discussion was guided to the upstairs treatment rooms. After being greeted by the doctor, my face was thoroughly cleaned. she then applied antiseptic spirit to the areas where the injections would be placed these are the 16 facial acupuncture points) and commenced the treatment. Extremely thin needles are used for these

injections which are administered at the surface of the skin. Honestly, the injections were virtually painless – uncomfortable in some areas but really not painful. After 20 minutes it was done, an arnica gel was applied to prevent bruising and a SPF cream – and I was ready to go home.

Before I left though I was presented with four small boxes of Guna homeopathic medicine.

Thonglor Clinic desire to present the very best in holistic therapies and offer in conjunction with the collagen injections these Guna products for total beauty management. Guna is a leading Italian manufacturer in this field; their medicines have been conceived to restore the body’s full balance.

Everyone is given a different combination of these medicines. I was prescribed three detoxification products and a hormonal balance

remedy which come in the form of micro doses to be taken daily diluted in water. The most convenient way is to add 20 drops of each into a 1.5 litre bottle of water My treatment is ongoing.

In fact I’ll be needing ten weekly treatments but I have been advised that after two or three a beneficial difference will be noticeable. I’ll be keeping you updated on the treatments with these articles but in the meantime if you’d like to investigate further just pop into Thonglor Clinic and the staff will be happy to advise on the appropriate treatment. Collagen treatments can help you age gracefully and look younger and that’s something we’d all love, isn’t it?

Thonglor Clinic Jomtien is located on Thappraya Road, about 100 mts. before Bruno’s, coming from Pattaya.

Tel: (038) 252 055. Fax: (038) 252 056 or visit www.thonglorclinic.com.

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upcoming movies Love, Rosie

Interstellar

Before I Go to Sleep

Lead Actors Lily Collins, Sam Claflin,

Art Parkinson, Christian Cooke, Suki Waterhouse Director Christian Ditter Genre Comedy | Romance | Drama Release Date November 6, 2014

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iPad Air 2 When you have “Air” in your name, people expect you to be thin — so it’s no surprise that the iPad Air 2 is even thinner than its predecessor. Measuring just 6.1mm thick, it’s also more powerful, thanks to a custom A8X 64-bit processor, 802.11ac MIMO Wi-Fi, and faster LTE on the cellular models. More competent, as well, with a new eight-megapixel iSight camera capable of 1080p and slo-mo video, panorama, and burst mode, a new FaceTime HD camera, dual microphones for better audio, an improved, anti-glare Retina display, and, in a move that surprises no one, a Touch ID-enabled Home button.

Relonch Camera It’s been an ongoing battle among avid photographers for years: shoot with your iPhone, and be able to share the results instantly, or shoot with your DSLR, and either go through an awkward Wi-Fi process, or worse yet, wait until you’re back on your computer? The Relonch Camera solves this problem by adding a high-quality camera to the back of your iPhone. It connects via Lightning, boasts a large APS-C sensor and a prime lens with a wide aperture for excellent detail and bokeh (impressive background blur), and even sports a separate battery so your phone charges while you’re making photos.

Google Nexus 6 Google’s newest flagship handset is here, and it’s huge — in more ways than one. As the name suggests, the Google Nexus 6 boasts a 6-inch screen with a 1440x2560 display, surrounded by minimal bezels to keep things as small as possible.

Other features include a quad-core 2.7GHz Snapdragon processor, a 13-megapixel rear camera with optical image stabilization and a f/2.0 lens, a two-megapixel front cam, dual front-facing speakers, a spacious 3220 mAh battery that offers over 24 hours of use from a single charge, and Android 5.0 Lollipop, the best version of Google’s operating system yet.

Rosie and Alex have been best friends since they were 5, so they couldn’t possibly be right for one another...or could they? When it comes to love, life and making the right choices, these two are their own worst enemies.

Matthew McConaughey, Anne Hathaway, Jessica Chastain, Bill Irwin, Ellen Burstyn, Michael Caine Christopher Nolan Adventure | Mystery | Sci-Fi November 6, 2014

A group of explorers make use of a newly discovered wormhole to surpass the limitations on human space travel and conquer the vast distances involved in an interstellar voyage.

Nicole Kidman, Colin Firth, Mark Strong Rowan Joffe Mystery | Thriller November 13, 2014

A woman wakes up every day, remembering nothing as a result of a traumatic accident in her past. One day, new terrifying truths emerge that force her to question everyone around her.

music / new release

Queen Forever – Queen

Porsche Design Timepiece No. 1 Watch It might not be the first timepiece from Porsche Design, but the Porsche Design Timepiece No. 1 Watch is the first to be developed entirely in-house. Much like the company’s first watch from 1972, the No. 1 is an all-black affair, with a 42-mm titanium case that’s treated instead of painted to make the matte finish more durable, as well as a black instrument dial with contrasting white markers. Behind the blackened sapphire crystal case back, a mechanical Valjoux 7750 chronograph mechanism keeps the time with a power reserve of 48 hours, and a black rubber strap rounds out the understated look. Limited to just 500 units worldwide.

Queen Forever is an upcoming compilation album by English rock band Queen. It has been anticipated for some time and features tracks the band had “forgotten about” with vocals from original frontman Freddie Mercury. Bassist John Deacon is also on the tapes.

1. Let Me In Your Heart Again 2. Love Kills 3. There Must Be More to Life Than This 4. It’s a Hard Life 5. You’re My Best Friend 6. Love of My Life 7. Drowse 8. Long Away 9. Lily of the Valley 10. Don’t Try So Hard 11. Bijou

HEROES OF OLYMPUS #5: THE BLOOD OF OLYMPUS

By RICK RIORDAN 9780141339252

THE BEST PLACE TO BE TODAY: 365 THINGS TO DO & THE PERFECT DAY TO DO THEM 9781743601655

Though the Greek and Roman crew members of the Argo II have made progress in their many quests, they still seem no closer to defeating the earth mother, Gaea. Her giants have risen - all of them - and they’re stronger than ever. The gods, still suffering from multiple personality disorder, are useless. How can a handful of young demigods hope to persevere against Gaea’s army of powerful giants? As dangerous as it is to head to Athens, they have no other option.

They have sacrificed too much already. And if Gaea wakes, it is game over...

Find the best thing to do every day of the year, from one-day events like India’s Holi festival or the cheeserolling race at Cooper’s Hill in England, to seasonal events like Alaska’s caribou migration and weatherdependent adventures like completing the Tour de Mont Blanc. This vibrant, practical and addictive book covers the 365 best festivals, sporting events, adventures and natural phenomena. For anyone looking for inspiration for where to go when, Best Place to be Today offers a wealth of ideas, inspiring photos, and dates galore.

12. These Are the Days of Our Lives 13. Las Palabras de Amor (The Words of Love) 14. Who Wants to Live Forever 15. A Winter’s Tale 16. Play the Game 17. Save Me 18. Somebody to Love 19. Too Much Love Will Kill You 20. Crazy Little Thing Called Love

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The All New Suzuki Celerio – The Downsizer A One-Liter, ThreeCylinder, Five-Door, Hot Hatch In Singapore at the American fast-food joints they always ask me. “Sir, you wan’t up-size, lah?” Extra French fries and Coca-Cola (at a little additional

by John K. Lindgren cost, of course). “No, Editor-in-chief: thank you, lah. No, carsanook.com up-size for me”.

Yes, Burger King, McDonald’s and KFC they all want to up-size me. But, I want to be downsized. Me a diehard petrol head who used to drive big block American straight 6-cylinder fuel guzzling Chryslers and utilitarian, yet thirsty four-pot arctic white Swedish Volvo station wagons.

Fast-forward to 2014. The keyword in the global automotive business is downsizing: 3 cylinders instead of what used to be 12, 8, 6 and 4-cylinder motors of the 20th century. Smaller engines, means less curb weight, more fuel efficiency and reduced CO2 emissions, too.

Pattaya Today’s Automotive November test drive is a downsized, city car or eco-car, par excellence: Suzuki Celerio. The name Ce-le-rio, may sound like a vegetable. Some say it means; Celestial river.

This all-new Suzuki designed in Japan to appeal to a wide global audience, comes with clean, hatchback (four-entry door and a hatch) looks.

Front view, the hood boasts a small clamshell effect which gives the Celerio a sporty appearance. Plus the new Suzuki two-tier grille, the attractive wraparound headlights and the sturdy bumper adds some character to Celerio’s otherwise inoffensive styling.

The rear roof spoiler with integrated brake light adds a bit of street cred to the rear view.

Inside: This is a tall hatchback which translates into cabin roominess. The Suzuki engineers have used vertical space well to maximize head and legroom. The rear passengers can almost wear top hats or at least bowler hats. In the front the single-piece racing style seats offer more support than you would expect and whiplash prevention, as well. Since this is a hatchback there is ample cargo space for 254 liters with the split rear seats folded forward. Safety; front driver and passenger airbags.

Our demo unit is the Suzuki Celerio GLX, the top version. This compact city car measures 3.6 meters in length and 1.6 in width. It weights 800 kg and it’s painted in Raspberry Pink Pearl Metallic. There’s also a Super Black Pearl or the Mineral Gray Metallic.

Totally eight colors on the palette to choose from.

The dinky 3-cylinder, 988-cc engine pumping out 68 horsepower is mated to a smooth CVT automatic transmission. Our Celerio tester easily achieves the 20 kpl requirement stipulated under Thailand’s eco-car rules. You can top up with 95 gasohol or E20 ethanol/petrol mix if you like.

During our test drive we managed an average 23 kpl. City and highway driving with occasional full throttle tests on the straights. Top speed 165

clicks. Amazing little Suzuki, like a bat out of hell.

This is as good as it gets. Here we have the ideal eco-city-car; compact, agile, easy to park and fuel-efficient. Plus a roomy cabin.

This is downsizing à la Suzuki. The competition should watch out for the all-new Celerio.

Suzuki Motor (Thailand) Co., Ltd. offers a lineup of three models; two manual and one automatic. The entry-level Celerio GL model costing 439,000 baht. This is the cheapest passenger vehicle with automatic transmission available in the Kingdom.

Suzuki Celerio GLX

Engine: Inline 3-cylinder petrol engine Power: 68 hp Torque: 90 Nm at 3500 rpm Transmission: CVT automatic Top speed: 165 km/h Fuel consumption combined: 23 kpl Price: 488,000 baht www.suzuki.co.th

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GM Outlook: “Amidst it all, the Royal Cliff remains as the hotel of choice which has stood the test of time to provide facilities and services which exceed customer expectations.”

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GrabTaxi, Southeast Asia’s largest taxi-booking mobile app, launched its beta trial in Pattaya in September, making it the 16th city that GrabTaxi serves regionally and the second Thai city after Bangkok.

Getting a safe taxi ride in Pattaya is now just an app click away, thanks to GrabTaxi, the first taxi app launched in Pattaya that helps passengers book a cab with safety, speed and certainty. The app is a free download and is available in both Thai and English for Android, iOS and Windows smartphones and tablets. Passengers can be assured that all GrabTaxi drivers must use the meter and have been carefully prescreened and trained to provide passengers with a safe, excellent service.

Once passengers key in their destination on their smartphone and make a booking, the app will show available taxis in the area and the estimated metered fare.

Passengers will then be matched to a driver within one minute and provided with the driver’s name, photo, phone number and license plate number. The app also has a safety tracking feature where once the taxi has been booked, passengers can watch it drive towards the pickup point.

To further ensure safety, GrabTaxi passengers can use the unique “share my ride” feature to enable select family and friends to receive their GPStracked ride details and driver information through a link sent via social media, SMS or email.

GrabTaxi was founded

by Harvard Business School Graduates, Anthony Tan and Hooi Ling Tan, who were runnersup at the Harvard Business School Business Plan competition in 2011. The two entrepreneurs

publicly launched the app in Malaysia in June 2012 and now GrabTaxi has a regional footprint across Thailand, Philippines, Vietnam, Singapore and Indonesia, where it is extremely popular among passengers and taxi drivers. Once the app is downloaded, it can be used in all the six countries. Using GPS to help locate taxis, the mobile app is not dependent on any local taxi network.

GrabTaxi believes in its strong social mission to improve the lives of taxi drivers and passengers and revolutionize the taxi industry in these countries. In Thailand, GrabTaxi was launched in Bangkok late last year. To celebrate its first anniversary in November, GrabTaxi is rewarding its passengers in Bangkok with free giveaways worth more than 100,000 baht.

“Since our mobile app was first launched in 2012, the response from commuters around Southeast Asia has been amazing,” said GrabTaxi Thailand director, Juthasree Kuvinichkul. “The ease-of-use and safety aspects made it an instant favorite among commuters with one GrabTaxi cab being booked every two seconds regionally. Now, we are bringing the convenience and reliability of the GrabTaxi Continued on page P2/26

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mobile app to Pattaya commuters.

“Drivers using GrabTaxi always charge the metered rate together with a booking fee and we feel this will greatly improve the people’s perception of taxis in Pattaya,” she added.

GrabTaxi Thailand deputy general manager, Vee Charanunsiri explained that GrabTaxi received

many requests from local residents and tourists for GrabTaxi to be introduced to other Thai cities.

“We selected Pattaya due to its proximity to Bangkok,” he said.

“Having provided our services in six countries, we understand the pain points that many passengers face. In Pattaya, we aim to revolutionize the taxi industry and encourage taxi drivers to use the meters. We want to provide passengers with safe and reliable taxis and to make sure that they get a taxi soonest after making a

booking via the app,” he pointed out. Passengers in Bangkok pay the taxi driver the metered fare with an additional 25 baht service fee, which goes directly to the driver.

The same mechanism applies within the Pattaya city limit but the service fee is 40 baht.

Additional charges will also apply for distances beyond 6 kilometers of the city center.

“We feel our fares are reflective of the local market rate, yet provide a safe and stress-free ride for passengers. This creates a winwin situation for both passengers and drivers,” said Vee. Mayor of Pattaya City, Itthiphol Kunplome, applauded the introduction of GrabTaxi in Pattaya.

“We are extremely happy to welcome a technology platform like GrabTaxi, which will provide convenience to both locals and tourists to use public transport

in Pattaya”, expressed Itthiphol Kunplome during the GrabTaxi’s official launch in Pattaya.

Areerat Thanpakpawin, manager for GrabTaxiPattaya said that the number of taxi drivers joining GrabTaxi has been growing since the launch.

“Unlike Bangkok, taxis in Pattaya do not drive around searching

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for passengers. They usually have specific locations where they park and wait for passengers. “GrabTaxi Pattaya is determined to increase the number of rides for the taxis drivers here, thereby increasing their income and also helping to allocate the taxis to passengers to provide them with a convenient and safe ride,” she said.

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Property Del Mare unveils show suites Realtors got a preview of the Del Mare beachfront project as the new show suites were unveiled at a party held at the sales gallery in Na Jomtien. Del Mare managing director Chalermphon Khoncham welcomed guests and led the project presentation and tour of the showroom.

Managed by Apus Development Group, Del Mare Bangsaray Beachfront aims to create the best high-end condominium on Bangsaray Beach. With the concept “Ocean Living Sensation� the project offers beachfront residence in tropical modern style giving its residents a luxurious natural resort feeling.

Upon completion in 2017, Del Mare will feature a 33-storey building with 399 units of varying sizes.

City Garden Tropicana got EIA Approval City Garden Tropicana held a tropical-themed party to celebrate the Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) approval of the project at their showroom in Naklua Soi 16/1. Global Top Group, developer of the project, hosted the event for over 500 attendees.

City Garden Tropicana is set in a total land area of 2 rai (3,200 sqm) with 188 units of varying types including studio, 1-bedroom and 2-bedroom units.

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Property

How’s Our Luxury Home Market Doing?

Every few years I like to look back at the Eastern Seaboard’s luxury home market just to see how things are moving along. As we approach the end of 2014, I am pleased to report it has been maturing very well of late.

Why? Is it because local authorities seem to be more relaxed in scrutinizing foreigners who purchase land via company nominees? Is it due to an expedited system for processing visas? Or is it possibly because there is nothing better for the Thai real estate market than a good year or so without political chaos?

I don’t know about you, but my answers to the above three questions are no, no and no.

Maybe it’s a lot simpler than that. Maybe it’s because the rest of world is getting worse and worse while the Eastern Seaboard keeps getting better and better.

Three years ago, the last time I devoted my column to luxury homes, many thought that Pattaya’s detached housing market was extremely overbuilt. That it had gone flat; that it was dead.

Looking back it is easy to see that they were dead wrong. The last several years have been very good for local house and land developers. So good, in fact, that some top Bangkok operators have entered our market and begun building luxury detached housing projects right alongside local developers.

Yes, the luxury housing development industry has been doing just fine with new developments brewing all over the Eastern

Seaboard and, in particular, on the coast and interior just south of Pattaya. Huay Yai, Phoenix Gold Golf Area, Bang Saray and Silverlake are all showing great signs that the area’s future does have luxury houses well situated within our real estate marketing adventure.

We are now seeing experienced and savvy Bangkok developers and international investment groups coming into our area bringing impressive designs, quality materials, and expert craftsman.

Most of us know about the Baan Talay beachfront development with its 128-millionbaht dream home on the beach! But do you know what’s going on in and around the Silverlake Vineyard and Winery area?

A number of developments near Silverlake and in the Bang Saray and Na Jomtien areas aspire to be major players in the residential property development game in tandem with the success of local development icons such as Silverlake.

In fact, just around the corner from Silverlake--on the shortcut to Wat Yan--an impressive development called the SilverhillResidence is on a hillside overlooking its own lake, Wat Yan, and distant ocean beaches.

Another large, high-end residential development of several hundred rai is the secluded and private estate known as Buraran on the rolling slopes of the Bang Saray Hills affording fabulous sea views over Bang Saray Village and scenic islands in the distance.

The Buraran project consists of connecting

waterways and lakes and is encircled by a tree-lined ring road with a system of cul-desacs defining individual house plots. Buraran also features an impressive clubhouse with swimming pools, two tennis courts, guest rooms and a wonderful open air bar and grill surrounded by some of the nicest luxury homes on the Eastern Seaboard.

So far only rumors, but I think we can count on great things to develop at Buraran in the very near future.

Yes, just about everyone in Pattaya knows of Silverlake and these days, most Bangkokians have heard of Silverlake. In fact Thais from every corner of the Kingdom arrive in cars, vans and buses every day, but did you know that there was no Silverlake just a few years ago? Just eight or nine years back Silverlake was just a local reservoir known only to locals.

Today, the Silverlake Estate Development Company has one of the most gorgeous settings for their spectacular Tuscany-designed country restaurant, bar and grill, their brand new wine-making facility, their beautiful vineyards, rolling hills, a sparkling lake and of course the incredible Buddha Mountain.

It will only be a matter of time before we witness the newest luxury estate venture: high-end, detached single-family houses right there at scenic Silverlake.

With the gorgeous Baan Talay beachfront development leading the way a few years ago, we are beginning to see an interesting

Atlantis Condo Resort Pattaya

by Clayton Wade Managing Director

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

Our very special thanks to Clayton Wade for preparing this Pattaya Today column.

Clayton Wade is managing director of Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd., the Eastern Seaboard’s leader in exclusive property sales and rentals, as well as managing director of the Premier Land and Development Co., Ltd. The American-born entrepreneur has been running Premier Homes with his wife, Khun Supap, for more than 18 years. He has been in real estate going on 28 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.

Wade, a Certified International Property Specialist (CIPS), is an active member of the National Association of Realtors (NAR) and a current board member with the Real Estate Sales and Marketing Association of Thailand. He also 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.

Having done business successfully on the Eastern Seaboard/Pattaya area for more than 18 years, Clayton Wade is known throughout the AsiaPacific region for his writing, public speaking and

phenomenon that appears to be one of the Eastern Seaboard’s finest new property niches.

In fact, very near Baan Talay--directly across from the new Cartoon Network Amazone Water Park on Sukhumvit-- is the impressive Nusa Chivani luxury housing development. Both of these new additions to Pattaya’s south side ‘close to the city developments’ confirm that the Silverlake and Bang Saray areas are going to be the strong growth areas in coming years.

Closer in but still south is the Huay Yai and Phoenix Gold Golf Club areas which are virtual hot beds of home development these days.

East Pattaya, of course, has seen some great detached home projects over the years that keep getting better and better--Silk Road, Horseshoe Point, Sedona Villas and Eddy Tracy’s super luxury estate homes at Santa Maria, to name a few.

And the current King of Luxury Villas, Terry Collins, and his Vineyards I, II and III, sell out as quickly as Terry can build them.

In fact, Terry and The Vineyards La Residence III won Best Villa Development Eastern Seaboard at this year’s Thailand Property Awards and was subsequently awarded the Best Villa Development Southeast Asia Highly Commended award soon after. Bravo, Terry Collins!

Yes, as the Western world seems to be sliding deeper and deeper into financial woes, we are seeing more and more foreigners deciding to relocate, retire and/or just get a foothold here by purchasing a luxury detached house right here on Thailand’s Eastern Seaboard.

So, let’s not sell ourselves short. Thailand is an absolutely wonderful place to live and there seems to be no obstacle big enough to turn foreigners away. With the high season just beginning, we are already seeing great signs of another robust and high-geared season of developers, speculators and good folks that simply can’t wait to buy a home and live in the Land of Smiles!

television presentations, having written regularly for many of the area’s leading newspapers and magazines (Bangkok Post, Thailand Property Report, Tropical Homes Magazine, Real Estate Magazine Thailand, The BigChilli, Tattler, Homes and Condos Magazine, and others). He has been a regular guest on CNBC’s Managing Asia with several of Thailand’s top political and business figures.

Premier Homes is Pattaya’s leader in exclusive property sales and rentals. Visit 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

by Barry Kenyon

Sunset Terrace Lobby & Bar

Timeless Hospitality in a Contemporary Setting

by Barry Kenyon

The legendary Royal Cliff is constantly updating The multi award-winning Royal Cliff Hotels Group, surely the best known hospitality landmark in the greater Pattaya area, occupies 64 acres of private parkland overlooking the stunning Gulf of Thailand. With a history going back to 1973 and a staff of more than 1,500, the Group’s brand message offers five-star services beyond expectations within a State of Exclusivity and Fascination.

Maria Gequillana PR and Marketing Communications Manager Royal Cliff Hotels Group and PEACH

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he PR and Marketing was exposed to international marketing, C o m m u n i c a t i o n s medical tourism, public relations and Manager of this giant corporate communications. enterprise, which “Marketing these days,” she explains, includes one of the largest “is not just a strategy but rather one of convention facilities the main frameworks for management outside Bangkok known as a whole.” Her diverse role includes as Pattaya Exhibition worldwide promotion of the facilities and And Convention Hall services of the Royal Cliff Hotels Group (PEACH), is Maria Gequillana. A well- and PEACH including partnerships, travelled and multi-lingual marketing and special events, community relations and psychology graduate with a passion for media liaison. With over 170 prestigious the hospitality business, she previously hospitality awards, this is the only hotel worked as the International Affairs group in Asia to be elevated to the TTG Myhospital Club Lounge Coordinator for a leading private Travel Hall of Fame for eight consecutive group in Thailand, Samitivej, where she years.

So what’s the secret of the Royal Cliff’s success? Basically, it’s the combination of legendary care of the guests with a commitment to continuous upgrade and enhancement of both the property and the services. “At the moment, the focus is on the Royal Cliff Grand Hotel,” explains Maria.

Product upgrades include the enhancement of all its restaurants which include Rossini (The Godfather’s Favourite), Chamu (Japanese Corner) and Chrysanthemum (Dynasty Chinese Cuisine). There is also a newly refurbished lobby and kitchen and all suites are being revamped with new interior furnishings, lighting and a new revitalized bathroom design.

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GM Outlook Amidst it all, the Royal Cliff remains as the hotel of choice which has stood the test of time to provide facilities and services which exceed customer expectations.

Royal Wing Suites & Spa - Ultimate Luxury In effect, the Group contains four award-winning five-star hotels, all luxurious but defined profoundly by their individual style, culture and elegance. There are a total of well over 1,000 rooms. The complex as a whole offers a veritable onestop shop, a variety of services, activities and entertainment which are truly breathtaking. They include a total of seven swimming pools including a breathtaking Infini pool which has recently been renovated and now offers an unparalleled view of the scenic Gulf of Thailand.

Situated just a few feet from the ocean, its edges have been smoothed out to be in line with the sea to provide a mirage effect of its waters blending with its striking scenic background.

Other features include no fewer than 11 award-winning restaurants, a state-of-theart fitness center with seven floodlit tennis courts and two squash courts, a kids’ world, a teen zone, beauty parlor and much else.

There are tennis coaching, cooking classes, a catamaran for private charter, and jogging trails, aerobics, yoga, game play stations and even a pitch-and-putt golf facility. Moreover the location of the Royal Cliff Hotels Group is unique with its positioning on Pratumnak Hill which not only provides unobstructed and panoramic spectacular views of the ocean but provides amazing sunsets from an ideal vantage point.

And then there is PEACH, the worldclass and multi-purpose convention venue

which has been deemed the best MICE (Meetings Incentives Conferences & Exhibitions) facility in Asia by International Hotel Awards in association with HSBC. The facility can accommodate over 10,000 people theater-style and no fewer than 4,000 seats for banquets. The main hall is flexible and can be divided according to needs for breakout sessions, board meetings or training and discussion groups.

Recently hosted events at PEACH have included the UN Asia-Pacific Forum on Sustainable Development, the Pattaya Food and Hoteliers Expo and the Star-Studded Subhanahongsa National Film Awards.

Other engagements include product launches, banquets and training sessions by the increasing number of industrial employers in the greater Pattaya area.

Royal Cliff has always looked to the future. “What we intend to achieve from all our renovations and product upgrades,” says Maria, “is to further strengthen our position as the area’s premier five-star facility. We aim to cater for both leisure and business travellers on a world-wide basis and provide the ultimate hotel experience.

We are truly excited about the reopening of the Royal Cliff Grand Hotel facility where we can unveil our latest significant innovations.”

Pattaya, as is well known, is currently undergoing rapid and substantial change.

No longer dependent on nightlife and wild entertainment, the city has evolved into an

Reopening of Royal Wing Suites & Spa

eclectic urban center with international appeal. It has facilities to rival the best in Bangkok, or indeed any Asian city, and has become family-friendly in an increasingly cosmopolitan world. “For the high-end traveller market, Pattaya has also become a magnet for both vacationers and business people,” comments Maria. She looks forward to the fulfilment of the stated aim of the City Hall authorities that Pattaya will become the Thai Riviera within the next five years. Under the leadership of local mayor Itthiphol Kunplome, Pattaya has already earned its place as an international center for sports, music and pioneering business initiative.

The magic of the Royal Cliff Hotels Group is probably that it has maintained the true hospitality and service values of the 1970s while forever planning for the future and to anticipate new markets. Over the years, the technology of the hospitality industry has changed out of all recognition with advanced computerization, not to mention the advent of the social media, while the Pattaya skyline has changed out of all recognition. “Amidst it all,” concludes Maria, “the Royal Cliff remains as the hotel of choice which has stood the test of time to provide facilities and services which exceed customer expectations. We will continue to make our mark on the hospitality and tourism world with that pioneering innovation which will guarantee Pattaya’s success into the future.”

Royal Wing Lobby

Beach Infini Pool

Royal Cliff Beach Hotel - Casual Luxury

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Legal & Expat Money

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

by Magna Carta Law Office

Expat Money Corner

by Tim Whiteley

Offshore Trusts…..

Thailand Leasehold System What is the leasehold system?

The leasehold system is a system of property tenure wherein a person, by paying a fixed sum or in installments, acquires the right to occupy a particular land or building for a pre-determined period of time.

The owner of the building or land, commonly known as a landlord, hands over temporary possession and occupation of the premises to the person leasing the property, known as the tenant or leaseholder.

What is the difference between leasehold and freehold property?

A freehold property is a property that gives full legal rights to the owners to occupy, use, lease, sell or develop the property. Purchasing a condominium is the simplest process for foreign buyers, as Thai law allows foreign freehold ownership of condominiums as long as you buy a unit within a building’s foreign quota, which is 49 percent of the condominium block. The freehold will, however, give you rights over the building but not over the land.

A leasehold property is a property that only gives the lessee the right to live in the property or use it for commercial or residential purposes for a specific period, and the lessee’s rights associated with leasehold are limited under Thai law.

What is the maximum lease term available?

A lease agreement in Thailand can best be described as a personal tenancy contract with a fixed and a prepaid term with a maximum lease term of 30 years. Any lease of immovable property for a longer period than 30 years in Thailand may only be made by renewal of the lease contract upon its expiration.

Renewal for a further 30 years is at the discretion of the owner, but both parties must register the renewal with the local Land Office and must settle all the necessary government fees at the end of each term.

Can foreign nationals own land in Thailand?

Thai law stipulates that foreigners may not personally own land in Thailand. However, the right of freehold ownership for a building which sits on the land can be purchased. There are a number of different purchase options available to foreigners and most

property developers will offer buyers both freehold and leasehold alternatives. Foreigners can purchase the land as leasehold and the property that sits on the land as freehold. A foreigner may only purchase land to build a property if the land is purchased on leasehold. However, if a foreigner is operating a business in Thailand, he may purchase the freehold of the land through his limited company, in which case the land will be owned by the company and not by the individual.

Can a leasehold property be inherited?

A major disadvantage of a lease in Thailand is that the contract and the right of possession is terminated upon death of the lessee and is not automatically transferable by inheritance. Although the lease agreement must include a succession clause, this does not offer full guarantee for the lessee’s heirs.

What are the advantages and disadvantages of going through the leasehold system in Thailand?

Aside from not having to frequently renew the contract, another advantage of going through leasehold is that the lessee, as the temporary owner, is not solely responsible for maintaining and preserving the leasehold property. Landlords are also bound to perform their legal obligations, as stipulated in the lease agreement, to ensure that the lessee or the tenant enjoys full and uninterrupted possession of the property. Leaseholders are given an option to renew the contract with the previous arrangements after the end of each term. The lessee is free to pursue alternative arrangements for his benefit because, unlike in a freehold ownership, the lessee is not tied to the property and holds no other interest apart from his previous tenancy.

To its disadvantage, the degree of control given to the lessee over the land or property is more limited compared to that of complete ownership. For a predetermined period of time, the tenant is granted only possession and enjoyment of the property but not complete authority. The lessee cannot mortgage or use his leased property as collateral. Unless otherwise provided by the contract of lease, a lessee cannot sublet or transfer his rights in the whole or part of the property leased to a third person.

Do I have to register the land lease at the Land Department?

In order to be valid, any lease longer than a threeyear period must be registered with the local Land Office, and the lease must be indicated on the back of the title deed. Registering the lease allows any possible third party buyers to know of the lessee’s rights to the land during the period of the lease. If the lease agreement between the parties is not registered with the Land Department, the lease is enforceable by action for a 3-year term only.

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Protecting accumulated wealth and providing for beneficiaries using offshore trusts available from prime, regulated jurisdictions.

Here we look at ways to protect accumulated wealth during one’s lifetime and beyond, and also how to mitigate multi-jurisdictional probate issues for beneficiaries.

Many expatriates and international investors will have assets of one form or another in more than one country that is not their country of domicile, for example bank accounts, investment portfolios, property and other assets, and so should consider establishing offshore wealth protection and succession planning vehicles.

What is a trust?

The concept of the trust was familiar to the Romans but the origin of the modern trust is Anglo-Saxon and dates back to the Crusades. During prolonged absence from England, a knight would transfer ownership of his property and belongings to a friend or trusted person so that if he should be killed, he could be certain that his wife and children would inherit his estate.

A modern trust is an established means of safeguarding an individual’s wealth, ensuring their continued access to (and control of) the assets during one’s lifetime, and facilitating its safe passage to one’s chosen beneficiaries and or future generations.

A suitably worded trust can be very effective in minimizing multi-jurisdictional probate issues, associated legal expenses thereof, and long frustrating delays for beneficiaries trying to locate assets in different parts of the world. Having a trust also removes the need to write a will in each country where assets are held (where that jurisdiction recognizes the trust concept) as ownership of the assets can be transferred to the care of the trust by a deed of assignment.

What assets can be held in a trust?

• Bonds, stocks and shares • Bank accounts • Fixed-term cash deposits • Insurance policies • Real and intellectual property • Portfolio bonds and unit trusts • Private company shares • Pension plans and QROPS Indeed, most other asset types where legal transfer of ownership can be affected can be transferred into the trust. Assets held in trust do not form part of the estate of the settler, and consequently, the trustees are able to use them for the benefit of the trust beneficiaries without going through complex legal procedures.

A suitably-worded trust can also help to reduce or eliminate inheritance tax or estate duty liabilities in the future.

Who are the trustees?

Professional trustees are appointed at the outset and have legal title to the assets, but no beneficial interest.

• They are not able to make a profit for themselves out of the assets.

• The assets are not available to their own creditors.

• They must use the assets only for the benefit of the beneficiaries.

• They operate under a fiduciary license in regulated environments.

Who are the beneficiaries?

The person (or entity) setting up the trust is called the settlor, and they name the beneficiaries in a letter of wishes to the trustees that clearly sets out the parameters for the trustees to follow. For example, this may state that children should be provided for by having their education costs fully funded through university and receive an income at a pre-selected level. A spouse, or anyone else, anywhere, can be named as a beneficiary and provided with an ongoing annual income or lump sum paid directly to their bank account in any country. Assets can be safeguarded to protect the interests of minors or vulnerable members of the family, thus keeping them separate from other interests.

The settlor remains as a lifetime beneficiary and will therefore be included in the letter of wishes. As such, he or she retains the authority to amend the list of beneficiaries at any time via written requests to the trustees, add or remove assets, and even to close the trust completely at a later date should it no longer be required.

In summary then, individuals with holdings outside their country of domicile should examine the possibilities of establishing a trust in a regulated jurisdiction to protect themselves, their assets, their chosen beneficiaries, and future generations.

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 international investors and expatriates 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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Bus Station North Pattaya. Phone Thai/Eng.: 082-304-3907, Phone Norwegian/Eng.: 087-329-0300, Office/Fax: 038-370-861 Web: www.aromdeeapartments.com Email: aromdeeapartment@ hotmail.com (ptmafr-w0414)FIRST MANSION for rent in Soi Sukhumvit 15. Fully furnished, air-con, TV, fridge, hot water, 3,990 baht per month. Call 081 653 0013

Houses for Sale

(ptmhfs-c0514)Bang Saray, new two bedroom/two bathroom home of 164 sq.m. with complete privacy. The large property of 107 T. features a beautiful mountain view and only minutes to the beach in a quiet area of Bang Saray. The house has a large western style kitchen and big bedrooms. Price: 3.5 million baht. Phone: Paul 085-287-2957 (ptmhfs-tpis0000)House for sale in Grange Park Village opposite to Tara Pattana International School at 18.5M Thai baht. House was built in 2008 and is being sold by original owners. House construction was supervised by owners and is to the highest American standard from the bathrooms to the 390 sqm. of ceramic floor tiling. Land area is 1,600 sqm. with private garden and swimming pool, very large living space of over 600 sqm., 4 bedrooms (3 upstairs and 1 downstairs), 3 bathrooms/ toilets. House has alarm system throughout, Internet, satellite TV and underground pest control and ample parking space for up to 6 vehicles. For inquiries please call: 082-462-3666 (Thai) 082040-4788 (English).

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Houses for Sale

(ptmhfs-tpis0000)House for rent/ sale in Siam Garden (Soi Siam Country Club) 820 sqm. land area, fully furnished with 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms/toilets, spacious living room and kitchen, separate maid’s room, swimming pool and office.

For inquiries please call: 087558-5933 Thai/English.

East Pattaya - A two storey townhouse 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 this large family home.

Price: 2.2m Bt. Website Ref: HSES071. Tel: 085 129 5657.

Email: lam@pattaya-jomtienproperty.com. www.pattayajomtien-property.com Great Pattaya Central Home!

Selling Price 8.9 Million Baht, 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms, 200 Sqm/71 TLW. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-6342915 or by Email: premier@ loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR6600) 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 081-6342915 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 081634-2915 or by Email: premier@ loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR5035) Fabulous 5 Bedrooms Lakeside Home! Selling Price 24.95 Million Baht, 5 Bedrooms/ 6 Bathrooms, 500 Sqm/ 380 TLW, For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. At (038) 231-931 and 081-6342915 or by Email: premier@ loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR3346) Stunning New 8 Bedroom Beachfront! Selling Price 65 Million Baht, 8 Bedrooms/8 Bathrooms, 650 Sqm/850 TLW. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-634-2915 or

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by Email: premier@loxinfo. co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR6536) 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 081-6342915 or by Email: premier@ loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR6363) Magnificent House with a Grand Palace Style! Selling Price 84 Million Baht, 5 Bedrooms/ 5 Bathrooms, 620 Sqm/ 320 TLW, For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. At (038) 231-931 and 081-6342915 or by Email: premier@ loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR6686) 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. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081634-2915 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 081634-2915 or by Email: premier@ loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com.

(PR5758) 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 081634-2915 or by Email: premier@ loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com.

(PR4176) Gorgeous Lake View 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 081634-2915 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) 231931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com.

(PR4211) 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) Phoenix Golf Course Villas!

Selling Price 13.950 Million Baht, 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms, 350 Sqm/200 TLW. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081634-2915 or by Email: premier@ loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR6407) Charming and Very Well Constructed Home! Selling Price 15.8 Million Baht, 4 Bedrooms/4 Bathrooms, 420 Sqm/200 TLW. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081634-2915 or by Email: premier@ loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR5086) Fantastic Estate Home For Sale!

Selling Price 49 Million Baht, 4+1 Bedrooms/6+1 Bathrooms, 600 Sqm/291 TLW. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081634-2915 or by Email: premier@ loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR4516) Grand Estate Home or Resort with Restaurant for Sale with Great Business Opportunity!

8 Guest Suites all with en suite Bathrooms! Americana Antiques in Every Guest Suite! Over 2 Rai of Beautiful Gardens (847 TLW) Absolutely Gorgeous Swimming Pool! 1950’s Rock n Roll era Siam Country Club Roadside Restaurant. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-6342915 or by Email: premier@ loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR5796) View Talay Villas (Jomtien) 4 Bed 3.5 Bath with Private Pool /Private Garage 320 SQM, 11.9 Million THB (Company Name) please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@gmail. com ID: BB-H1323 View Talay Villas (Jomtien) 2 Bed 1 Bath with Private Pool /196 SQM, 7.9 Million THB (Company Name) Freehold.

Please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@gmail. com ID: BB-H1320 View Talay Villas Private Pool Garden- 3 Bed 3 Bath / Land 500 Sqm. fully furnished, 12 Million THB. Company Name. (Freehold) please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@gmail. com ID: BB-H1314 Tropicana Villa- Modern duplex 3 Bed 4 Bath, 230 sqm. fully furnished, private pool, garden, 9.8 Million THB. Company Name (Freehold) please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@gmail. com ID: BB-H1328

Luxury Villa- 4 Bed 5 Bath, 408 sqm. Fully furnished, private pool-Jacuzzi, garden, 16.9 Million THB. Company Name (Freehold)Owner financing available, please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@gmail. com ID: BB-H1322 Private House on Thappraya Rd.- House 4 Bed 5 Bath, Land 400 sqm. Fully furnished, private pool, garden, 12.5 Million THB. Company Name (Freehold) please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@gmail.com ID: BB-H1321 Royal Park Village (Jomtien) 2 Bed 1 Bath, Total Size 190 Sqm. / Furnished, European Kitchen, Communal Pool, Sale Price 4.2 Million THB. (Company Name) Freehold. Please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@ gmail.com ID: BB-H1319 The Ville(Jomtien) – House 2 Bed 2 Bath, Total Size 160 Sqm. Fully furnished, Private Jacuzzi Pool, 4,499,999 THB. (Thai Name) Freehold. please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@ gmail.com ID: BB-H1329

Houses for Rent

(ptmhfr-h0414)Beautiful Townhouse (South Pattaya). 2 minutes to City or Beach, peaceful and green environment, superbly fully furnished, 3 bedrooms, 2 televisions, ADSL, 4 air-condition, garage. Contact: 092 647 1521 (ptmhfr-tpis0000)House for rent/ sale in Siam Garden (Soi Siam Country Club) 820 sqm. land area, fully furnished with 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms/toilets, spacious living room and kitchen, separate maid’s room, swimming pool and office.

For inquiries please call: 087558-5933 Thai/English. (ptmhfr-tpis0000)A two-storey house in a very quiet secure development for rent in Grange Park Village opposite to Tara Pattana International School. With 1,600 sqm land area, very spacious, fully furnished and offering 3 bedrooms, 4 bathrooms/toilets, office, spacious living room and kitchen, swimming pool and garden, separate maid’s room.

For appointment and private viewing call: 082-462-3666 (Thai) 082-040-4788 (English).

The Ville(Jomtien) – House 2 Bed 2 Bath, Total Size 160 Sqm. Fully furnished, Private Jacuzzi Pool, 35,000 THB/Month (1 Year Lease) please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@ gmail.com ID: BB-A1217 East Pattaya - A single storey house in a very quiet secure development on Khao Noi. Very spacious, well furnished and offering 3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, open plan lounge, dining area, European kitchen, car parking, communal pool and 24/7 security.

Outstanding value for this large family home. Rent: 25,000 Bt for 1 year contract. Website Ref: HSER064. Tel: 085 129 5657.

Email: lam@pattaya-jomtienproperty.com. www.pattayajomtien-property.com East Pattaya - A two storey townhouse 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 this large family home. Rent: A minimum rental period of 1 year applies at 18,000 Bt per month. Website Ref: HSER011. Tel: 085 129 5657. Email: lam@pattayajomtien-property.com. www. pattaya-jomtien-property.com

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HOUSES FOR SALE

Great Pattaya Central Home! Selling Price 8.9 Million Baht, 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms, 200 Sqm/71 TLW. (PR6600) 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) Fabulous 5 Bedrooms Lakeside Home! Selling Price 24.95 Million Baht, 5 Bedrooms/ 6 Bathrooms, 500 Sqm/ 380 TLW. (PR3346) Stunning New 8 Bedroom Beachfront! Selling Price 65 Million Baht, 8 Bedrooms/8 Bathrooms, 650 Sqm/850 TLW. (PR6536) Great Family Home Near Town! Selling Price 24 Million Baht, 5+1 Bedrooms/7 Bathrooms, 1 Rai/660 Sqm. (PR6363) Magnificent House with a Grand Palace Style! Selling Price 84 Million Baht, 5 Bedrooms/ 5 Bathrooms, 620 Sqm/ 320 TLW. (PR6686) 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) Beautiful Home in Tadarawadi Village For Sale! Selling Price 42,075,000 Million Baht, 4 Bedroom /4 Bathrooms, 526 TLW/769 Sqm. (PR5758) Great Jomtien Park Villa with Very Nice Modern Furniture! Selling Price 34 Million Baht, 4 Bedrooms/4 Bathrooms, 238 TLW/500 Sqm. (PR4176) Gorgeous Lake View Thabali Home! Selling Price 7.5 Million Baht, 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms, 90 TLW/206 Sqm. (PR4465) Great Home in the very popular Siam Royal View! Selling Price 29.9 Million Baht, 4 Bedrooms/5 Bathrooms, 1 Rai/360 Sqm. (PR4211) A Really Unique Estate on One Rai of Land! Selling Price 50 Million Baht, 6 Bedrooms/7 Bathrooms, 1000 Sqm/440 TLW. (PR5052) Phoenix Golf Course Villas! Selling Price 13.950 Million Baht, 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms, 350 Sqm/200 TLW. (PR6407) Charming and Very Well Constructed Home! Selling Price 15.8 Million Baht, 4 Bedrooms/4 Bathrooms, 420 Sqm/200 TLW. (PR5086) Fantastic Estate Home For Sale! Selling Price 49 Million Baht, 4+1 Bedrooms/6+1 Bathrooms, 600 Sqm/291 TLW. (PR4516) Grand Estate Home or Resort with Restaurant for Sale with Great Business Opportunity! 8 Guest Suites all with en suite Bathrooms! Americana Antiques in Every Guest Suite! Over 2 Rai of Beautiful Gardens (847 TLW) Absolutely Gorgeous Swimming Pool! 1950’s Rock n Roll era Siam Country Club Roadside Restaurant. (PR5796)

HOUSES FOR RENT

Thai Balinese Designed Home! Rental Price 125,000 Baht/ Month, 4 Bedrooms/ 5 Bathrooms, 387 Sqm/ 282 TLW. (PR4606) 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) Charming and Very Well Constructed Home! Rental Price 85,000 Baht/ Month, 4 Bedrooms/4 Bathrooms, 420 Sqm/200 TLW. (PR5086) Lovely Thai Bali Style Homes! Rental Price 75,000 Baht/Month, 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms, 250 Sqm/120 TLW. (PR0112) Nice Rental Home in Phoenix Golf Course Area! Rental Price 95,000 Baht/ Month, 3 Bedrooms/4 Bathrooms, 400 Sqm/600 TLW. (PR5230) Exquisite Thai and European Style Home in East Pattaya! Rental Price 120,000 Baht/ Month, 5 Bedrooms/ 6 Bathrooms, 550 Sqm/ 283 TLW. (PR5049) Very Impressive Nagawari Home for Rent! Rental Price 80,000 Baht/Month, 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms, 250 Sqm/98 TLW. (PR2587) Beachfront Villa with Impressive Interior Design! Rental Price 130,000 Baht/Month, 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms, 350 Sqm/400 TLW. (PR6017)

CONDOS FOR SALE

Incredible Sea Views and Right on the Beachfront! You will be impressed by this spacious 127 square meter fully furnished 2 bedroom 2 bathroom condo apartment with gorgeous sea views. The price has been reduced for immediate sale and is a very good value for someone looking for a breat beachfront home or a great rental property. (PR6471) Spectacular Penthouse For Sale! Selling Price 21 Million Baht, 3 Bedroom/3 Bathroom, 282 Sqm. (PR6517) Wonderfully Designed Luxury Apartment! Selling Price 10.5 Million Baht, 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom, 134 Sqm. (PR5559) Charming Condo with Great Sea View! Selling Price 45 Million Baht, 4 Bedrooms/ 4 Bathrooms, 640 Sqm. (PR1667) 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) Ocean front Super Luxury Condominium! Selling Price 26 Million Baht, 3+1 Bedroom/5 Bathrooms, 217 Sqm. (PR6662) 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 View and Well Located on Pratamnak Hill! Selling Price 6 Million Baht, 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom, 95 Sqm. (PR6369) Wongamat Bay Sea View Apartment....This Month Huge Reduction! Selling Price is 13.5 Million Baht, 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms, 210 Sqm. (PR3990) Beachfront Living in Dongtan Area Apartment! Selling Price is 4.95 Million Baht, 2 Bedrooms/2 Bathrooms, 96 Sqm. (PR6646) Sea, Sunset and Island Views at Jomtien Beach! Selling Price 10 Million Baht, 2 Bedroom/2 Bathroom. 165 Sqm. (PR6410)

CONDOS FOR RENT

Great Marina Beachfront View! Rental Price is 70,000 Baht/Month, 2 Bedrooms/2 Bathrooms, 157 Sqm. (PR5853) 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 Luxury Penthouse Wongamat! Rental Price is 90,000 Baht/Month, 2+1 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms, 240 Sqm. (PR6500) Absolutely Beachfront Apartment....Definitely a 5 Star Lifestyle! Rental Price is 90,000 Baht/Month, 2 Bedrooms/4 Bathrooms, 153 Sqm. (PR6901) Modern Designed Beachfront Apartment! Rental Price is 48,000 Baht/Month, 2 Bedrooms/2 Bathrooms, 101 Sqm. (PR5423) Ocean front Super Luxury High Rise Residence on Jomtien Beach! Rental Price 120,000 Baht/ Month, 4 Bedrooms/ 5 Bathrooms, 217 Sqm. (PR6662) Fantastically Designed Apartment at Grand Condotel! Rental Price 42,000 Baht/Month, 1 Bedroom/1 Bathroom, 95 Sqm. (PR4187)

LAND FOR SALE

Pratamnak Beachfront! Selling Price is 45 Million 203 Tarang Wah. (PLD0903) Na Jomtien Beachfront! 21 Rai 348 Tarang Wah from Sukhumvit 400 meters deep to a 45 meter beachfront! Two low rise buildings with 4 units each set upon a large swimming pool. Purchaser can build up to 70+ floor high rise. 24,188,384 Baht per rai and 60,471 Baht per tarang wah and the entire 21+ rai can be purchased for a selling price of 529,000,000 Baht. (PLD0866) Phoenix Golfcouse Area! Selling Price is 15.8 Million 7 Rai 200 Tarang Wah. (PLD0928)

BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY

Fantastic Investment with Great Rental Return! 12 Million Baht only for Five (5) spacious 160 square meter 3 bedroom 3 bathroom multiplex houses on 37 Tarang Wah (148 square meters) of land each. That is only 2.4 Million Baht per house! All five (5) houses are currently rented and bringing in 80,000 baht per month total. (PR6164) Grand Estate Home or Resort with Restaurant for Sale with Great Business Opportunity! 8 Guest Suites all with en suite Bathrooms! Americana Antiques in Every Guest Suite! Over 2 Rai of Beautiful Gardens (847 TLW) Absolutely Gorgeous Swimming Pool! 1950’s Rock n Roll era Siam Country Club Roadside Restaurant. (PR5796)

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

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, fully furnished with 3 bedrooms all with Flat screen TV, 2 luxury bathrooms, European kitchen, living room with large LCD TV, 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. Rent: 35,000 Bt per month on 1 year lease.

Website Ref: HSERxxx. Tel: 085 129 5657. Email: lam@pattayajomtien-property.com. www. pattaya-jomtien-property.com East Jomtien - A single storey house in a very quiet secure development on Soi Chaiyapruk.

Very spacious, well furnished and offering 2 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, open plan lounge, dining area, European kitchen, car parking and 24/7 security. Rent: 15,000 Bt for 1 year contract. Website Ref: HSER065. Tel: 085 129 5657.

Email: lam@pattaya-jomtienproperty.com. www.pattayajomtien-property.com Thai Balinese Designed Home!

Rental Price 125,000 Baht/ Month, 4 Bedrooms/ 5 Bathrooms, 387 Sqm/ 282 TLW, For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. At (038) 231-931 and 081634-2915 or by Email: premier@ loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR4606) 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) 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. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-6342915 or by Email: premier@ loxinfo.co.th or visit our website

at www.premierinternational.com (PR5679) Charming and Very Well Constructed Home! Rental Price 85,000 Baht/Month, 4 Bedrooms/4 Bathrooms, 420 Sqm/200 TLW. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-6342915 or by Email: premier@ loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR5086) Lovely Thai Bali Style Homes!

Rental Price 75,000 Baht/Month, 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms, 250 Sqm/120 TLW For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081634-2915 or by Email: premier@ loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR0112) Nice Rental Home in Phoenix Golf Course 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 081-6342915 or by Email: premier@ loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR5230) Exquisite Thai and European Style Home in East Pattaya!

Rental Price 120,000 Baht/ Month, 5 Bedrooms/ 6 Bathrooms, 550 Sqm/ 283 TLW, For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. At (038) 231-931 and 081634-2915 or by Email: premier@ loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR5049) Very Impressive Nagawari Home for Rent! Rental Price 80,000 Baht/ Month, 3 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms, 250 Sqm/98 TLW. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081634-2915 or by Email: premier@ loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR2587) 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 081634-2915 or by Email: premier@ loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR6017)

Pool Villas for Sale

(ptmar-pvfs0714)Stunning 5 bed, 7 bath Villa, sea views, 25 MB www.facebook.com/ beachvillabangsaray (ptmar-pvfs0714)The Willows Exclusive Villas from 7.8 MB www.willowsbangsaray.com East Jomtien - Located in a quiet village off Soi Chaiyapruk is this new build unfurnished 160 sqm executive style single storey pool villa, 3 bedrooms two of which are en-suite, 3 luxurious bathrooms, large European kitchen with double sink, open plan living room-dining area, terrace, 10m x 5m private pool with waterfall and water features, underground water storage, parking with remote roller shutter doors, 24/7 security and just 5 minutes from Makro and Tesco Lotus. Great value. Price: 6.5mBt. Website Ref: PLVS205. Tel: 085 129 5657. Email: lam@pattayajomtien-property.com. www. pattaya-jomtien-property.com Jomtien- REDUCED: Partially furnished 324 sqm pool villa in a popular village in central Jomtien offering 3 bedrooms, 1 bedroom on 2nd floor, 3 luxury bathrooms, European kitchen, large open plan living room and dining area, private pool, terrace, in quiet Soi with 24/7 security, 150m to restaurants, shops, bars, taxis and 400m to the beach. Price: 6.9m Bt. Website Ref: PLVS199. Tel: 085 129 5657. Email: lam@pattayajomtien-property.com. www. pattaya-jomtien-property.com Bang Saray - A brand new unfurnished 154 sqm single storey pool villa ideally located in a quiet residential area of Bang Saray village and just 500m to the un-spoilt beach. The villa has been built to European standards offering 3 bedrooms with the two main rooms having direct access to the pool, 3 luxurious bathrooms, a white fully fitted European kitchen with oven and gas hobs, open plan living room and dining area with step-ceiling and dimmer lights, private pool, poolside terrace, covered parking with remote electronic gate. A great value pool villa close to the beach. Price: 7.9m Bt. Website Ref: PLVS198.

Tel: 085 129 5657. Email: lam@ pattaya-jomtien-property.com. www.pattaya-jomtien-property. com Huay Yai - So much is included in this great value buy 190 sqm detached villa built to European standards with block walls, white Upvc windows and doors, ceramic tile floors. Offering 3 en-suite bedrooms, 3 luxurious bathrooms, high gloss European kitchen with center isle work top, Franke oven and dishwasher, open plan living room and dining area opening up to the 8m x 4m pool and terrace, ceiling fans in every room, garage with remote electronic doors.

Price: 5.95m Bt. Website Ref:

PLVS241. Tel: 085 129 5657.

Email: lam@pattaya-jomtienproperty.com. www.pattayajomtien-property.com Ban Amphur - FIRE SALE POOL VILLA: A really great buy, a spacious and stylishly furnished 450 sqm two storey villa offering 5 en-suite bedrooms, 5 luxurious bathrooms, white gloss European kitchen with center isle, open plan living room and dining area, office, private pool with pool side terrace and covered patio, large 680 sqm landscaped gardens, covered car parking, alarm and CCTV, just 3km to Sukhumvit Road. Price: 7.9m Bt. Website Ref: PLVS242.

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

Pool Villas for Rent

Pool Villa For Rent –JomtienLocated in this exclusive new development near to the new Jomtien 2nd Road this modern design single storey pool villa is

stylishly finished and furnished throughout offering 2 en-suite bedrooms, 2 luxurious bathrooms, 125 sqm , land area 210 sqm ,high gloss European kitchen, open plan living room and dining area, UPVC windows, private pool, poolside sun terrace, car parking, small park outside the property, 24/7 security and just 700m to the food market and shops and 1km to Jomtien Beach. Minimum rental period of 6 months applies. Rent: 55,000Bt for 6 month lease or 45,000 Bt for 1 year contract.

Website Ref: PLVR289. Tel: 085 129 5657. Email: lam@pattayajomtien-property.com. www. pattaya-jomtien-property.com East Jomtien - Located in a quiet village off Soi Chaiyapruk is this new build fully furnished 80 sqm single storey pool villa, 2 en-suite bedrooms, 2 luxurious bathrooms, large European kitchen, open plan living room-dining area, terrace, 7m x 4m private pool, underground water storage, parking with remote roller shutter doors, 24/7 security

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and just 5 minutes from Makro and Tesco Lotus. Great value. Rent: 30,000 Bt on 1 year lease. Website Ref: PLVR346 . Tel: 085 129 5657. Email: lam@pattayajomtien-property.com. www. pattaya-jomtien-property.com Pool Villa For Rent – Bang SarayA brand new unfurnished 154 sqm single storey pool villa ideally located in a quiet residential area of Bang Saray village and just 500m to the un-spoilt beach. The villa has been built to European standards offering 3 bedrooms with the two main rooms having direct access to the pool, 3 luxurious bathrooms, a white fully fitted European kitchen with oven and gas hobs, open plan living room and dining area with step-ceiling and dimmer lights, private pool, poolside terrace.

Minimum rental period of 1 year applies. Rent: 30,000Bt per month. Website Ref: PLVR289.

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

FOR SALE

Land Area: 0-0-23.0 Square Wah Size : 4.50 M. x 15.0 M. 4 storeys 2 parking space in front Interior all built-in 1st and 2nd floor office/showroom 3rd and 4th floor condo style room with kitchen Bangkok

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Condos for Sale

View Talay 1B – Located near Jomtien Beach 41 sqm on 5th floor. Just been fully renovated.

Fully furnished. Brand new matching high-quality furniture.

Euro kitchen. Remote A/C. Brand new 40-inch LED TV. Excellent pool view from balcony. Pattaya side. Absolutely lovely room for only 1,790,000 baht including costs (in foreign name). Call 087-139-1570 or 087-139-1539 (English).

View Talay 1B 32 sqm studio on 5 th floor, Pattaya side (the best side). Just been completely renovated to very high standard with fully equipped Euro kitchen, big fridge freezer, new A/C, 40inch LED TV, remote ceiling fan, everything new. This fabulous studio has a lovely swimming pool view with sea views. Great location complex with many bars, restaurants, shops, etc. A real must-see for only 1,590,000 baht including costs (in foreign name). Call 087-139-1570 or 087-139-1539 (English).

Atlantis – A new resort style low rise development ideally located just 300m from Jomtien Beach. This high floor pool facing front corner unit offers 1 bedroom with fitted wardrobes, 1 luxurious bathroom, European kitchen, open plan living room and dining area, balcony, huge lagoon style communal pool with Jacuzzis, kiddies pool and slides.

Fitness, sauna, restaurants, key card entry, 24/7 security. Price: 2.579m Bt in foreign name.

Ref Code: CDOS941. Tel. 085 129 5657 Email: lam@pattayajomtien-property.com www. pattaya-jomtien-property.com Jomtien Beach Rimhad - The owner has carried out a very nice renovation, with stylish furnishings and fittings over 56 sqm offering 1 bedroom, 1 luxury bathroom with new LG washing machine, European kitchen, open plan living room and dining area with large LCD TV and sound system, office,

2 balconies, communal pool, fitness, cafes, laundry, 24/7 security and just 300m to Jomtien Beach.

Great value for money, probably the best one bedroom available in these popular buildings. Price: 2.5m Bt in foreign name. Ref Code: CDOS835. Tel. 085 129 5657 Email: lam@pattayajomtien-property.com www. pattaya-jomtien-property.com Jomtien Beach Mountain A nicely furnished unit in this modern low rise building offering 1 bedroom, 1 luxury bathroom, European kitchen, living room, balcony, rooftop pool with great sea views, fitness, key card entry, 24/7 security and just 100m to the beach, restaurants, shops, bars and taxis. Price: 1.7m Bt. Ref Code: CDOS924. Tel. 085 129 5657 Email: lam@pattayajomtien-property.com www. pattaya-jomtien-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 renovation by one Pattaya’s leading interior designers 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. A contemporary building, which does set it aside, in a quiet secluded location. This is a ‘must view’ , to fully appreciate this beautiful beachfront location and the extensive interior design.

For Sale: 6.9m Bt in foreign name.

Website Ref: CDOS582. Tel: 085 129 5657. Email: lam@pattayajomtien-property.com. www. pattaya-jomtien-property.com Acqua - A fully furnished pool facing 34.5 sqm unit that can easily be converted into a one bedroom

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if desired in this new modern low rise building ideally located in central Jomtien and just 200m to the beach, European kitchen with breakfast bar, luxurious bathroom, stylish living area, large balcony overlooking the pool, communal pool, fitness, key card entry, 24/7 security. The building is schedule for completion end of 2014 and this unit is offered with great payment terms to the buyer, with 1,157,394m Bt payable on contract transfer, followed by 6 monthly payments of 12,688 Bt starting from 30th July 2014 and a final payment of 1,440,228m Bt on completion end of 2014. For Sale : 2.67m Bt in foreign name.

Website Ref: CDOS759. Tel: 085 129 5657. Email: lam@pattayajomtien-property.com. www. pattaya-jomtien-property.com Amazon - A very popular resort style low rise development ideally located just 800m from the beach and this is one of the last pool view units available in foreign name 35 sqm offering 1 bedroom with fitted wardrobes, 1 luxurious bathroom, open plan living room and dining area, large balcony overlooking the huge lagoon style communal pool, fitness, restaurant, key card entry, 24/7 security and a short stroll to restaurants, shops, bars and taxis.

Price: 2.19m Btin foreign name.

Website Ref: CDOS933. Tel: 085 129 5657. Email: lam@pattayajomtien-property.com. www. pattaya-jomtien-property.com View Talay Residence - These ever popular modern low rise buildings are ideally located just 150m from Jomtien Beach and 75m from the Night Plaza and fresh food market. This 55 sqm studio really is one of the best value for money studios we have offered.

Stylishly furnished throughout, spacious living area with built-in wardrobes, 1 luxurious bathroom, large European kitchen, large balcony overlooking the communal pool, sauna, 24/7 security and close to all amenities and taxis. For Sale: 3.2m Bt in foreign name.

Website Ref: CDOS885. Tel: 085 129 5657. Email: lam@pattayajomtien-property.com. www. pattaya-jomtien-property.com Incredible Sea Views and Right on the Beachfront! You will be impressed by this spacious 127 square meter fully furnished 2 bedroom 2 bathroom condo apartment with gorgeous sea views.

The price has been reduced for immediate sale and is a very good value for someone looking for a breat beachfront home or a great rental property. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081634-2915 or by Email: premier@ loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR6471) Spectacular Penthouse For Sale! Selling Price 21 Million Baht, 3 Bedroom/3 Bathroom, 282 Sqm For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-6342915 or by Email: premier@ loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR6517) 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) 231931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR5559)

Charming Condo with Great Sea View! Selling Price 45 Million Baht, 4 Bedrooms/ 4 Bathrooms, 640 Sqm, For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. At (038) 231-931 and 081-6342915 or by Email: premier@ loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR1667) 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) 231931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR5786) Ocean front Super Luxury Condominium! Selling Price 26 Million Baht, 3+1 Bedroom/5 Bathrooms, 217 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR6662) 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 081-6342915 or by Email: premier@ loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR5075) Nicely Decorated Apartment i n To w n a t N o r t h s h o r e !

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) Great Sea View and Well Located on Pratamnak Hill!

Selling Price 6 Million Baht, 2 Bedroom/2 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 (PR6369) Wo n g a m a t B a y S e a Vi e w 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 081-6342915 or by Email: premier@ loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR3990)

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Beachfront Living in Dongtan A re a A p a r t m e n t ! S e l l i n g Price is 4.95 Million Baht, 2 Bedrooms/2 Bathrooms, 96 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-6342915 or by Email: premier@ loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR6646) 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) 231931 and 081-634-2915 or by Email: premier@loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www. premierinternational.com (PR6410) The Majestic Jomtien – Studio/ 1 Bath 32 Sqm. fully furnished 895,000 THB (Foreign Name) please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@gmail.com ID: BB-C1381 View Talay 1B(Jomtien Side) – Studio/ 1 Bath 38 Sqm. Furnished 1.29 Million THB (Foreign Name) please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@gmail.com ID: BB-C1384 The Majestic Jomtien – New Renovated Pool Side, Studio- 32 Sqm. fully furnished 894,000 THB (Foreign Name) please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@gmail. com ID: BB-C1390 Park Lane Resort – Condo 1 Bed/1 Bath 36 Sqm. pool view, fully furnished 1,649,999 THBOwner financing available (Foreign Name) please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@ gmail.com ID: BB-C1368 Park Lane Resort –1 Bed/ 36 Sqm. pool view with gate open direct pool, fully furnished 1,699,999 THB - Owner financing available (Foreign Name) please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@gmail. com ID: BB-C1371 Paradise Park Jomtien- Condo 1 Bed/1 Bath 37.31 Sqm. High floor with pool view, fully furnished 1,649,999 THB (Thai Name) please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@gmail.com ID: BB-C1341 Park Lane Resort – Condo 1 Bed/1 Bath 36 Sqm. High floor city view, fully furnished, Sale 1,399,000 THB (Foreign Name) please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@gmail.com ID: BB-C1374

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THE AXIS Thappraya Rd, BRAND NEW 2 bed/2 bath 11th floor condo. Beautifully arranged, decorated and furnished to high standard. 3 A/Cs, balcony, triple aspect sea views, pool view, and green, green Buddha Mountain view. Large A/C fitness suite and 2 saunas. Very secure, lots of parking, NO traffic, NO long corridors, NO noise. Just half a mile on baht-bus route to Pattaya central. 38,000/month including Wi-Fi and cable TV. AVAILABLE NOW. CALL OWNER, GARY 090 129 2959 Pratumnak Area, 200 Meters from Beach.2 bedroom, 84 sqm, top floor. 2 big balconies with sea views. Fully furnished. 24,000 baht per month. Also, 42 sq.m. studio with same specs 12,000 baht per month. Call 087 139 1539. (ptmcfr-u0000)The Cove – Ultra luxury residence in Wongamat’s best location. Ocean front living with stunning, unobstructed views over Pattaya Bay.3 beds, 2 baths, 235 sqm. Fully furnished. Rent 180,000 THB/month. Call: +66 89 213 0248 (Eng/German). Email: axisamproperty@yahoo.com MAJESTIC JOMTIEN CONDOMINIUM 800 METERS FROM BEACH. Lovely 30 sqm studio, fully furnished, everything you need, 5th floor. Only 7,000 Baht per month. Call 087 139 1539, 087 139 1570 (English).

Park Lane Resort- 1 Bed, 36 sqm. city view, fully furnished, Large communal pool, restaurant, gym, 12,000 THB/Month (Minimum 6 Months) please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@ gmail.com ID: BB-A1238 Park Lane Resort- 1 Bed, 36 sqm. city view, fully furnished, Large communal pool, restaurant, gym, 12,500 THB/Month (1 Year Lease)internet include please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@gmail. com ID: BB-A1236 Jomtien Complex- 2 Bed/2 Bath, 136 sqm. high floor-sea view, fully furnished, communal pool, restaurant, gym, 35,000 THB/ Month (1 Year Lease) please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@gmail. com ID: BB-A1240 The Majestic Jomtien- Studio 32 Sqm. Pool Side, New renovated, fully furnished, communal pool, 7,900 THB/Month (1 Year Lease) please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@gmail.com ID: BB-C1390 The Majestic Jomtien- Studio 32 Sqm. City View, fully furnished, communal pool, 6,900 THB/ Month (1 Year Lease) please call 085-910-5124 Email to bobbybrooksproperty@gmail. com ID: BB-A1241

Paradise Residence - Stylishly finished and furnished throughout in these new modern buildings just 100m from the beach and Jomtien 2nd Road, offering 1 bedroom 53 sqm, with fitted wardrobes, 1 luxurious bathroom, European kitchen, living room with large LCD TV, dining area, large balcony overlooking the communal pool, key card entry, 24/7 security and a minute walk to numerous restaurants, shops, bars and taxis. Minimum rental period of 6 month applies. Price: 20,000 Baht per month, long term lease only .Ref Code: CDOR390.

Tel. 085 129 5657 Email: lam@ pattaya-jomtien-property.com www.pattaya-jomtien-property.com Jomtien Beach - A low floor studio32 sqm, in these popular buildings, nicely furnished throughout with fitted wardrobes, luxury bathroom, European kitchen, balcony, huge communal pool, key card entry, 24/7 security, mini-mart, laundry, cafes, bars, internet, travel agents all on-site and just a short stroll to numerous restaurants, shops, bars and taxis.

Minimum rental 1 year..Price : 10,000 Bt per month. Website Ref: CDOR392. Tel: 085 129 5657. Email: lam@pattayajomtien-property.com. www. pattaya-jomtien-property.com Great Marina Beachfront View!

Rental Price is 70,000 Baht/ Month, 2 Bedrooms/2 Bathrooms, 157 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-6342915 or by Email: premier@ loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR5853) B e a c h f ro n t L i v i n g a t i t s Best for Rent! Rental Price is 42,000-227,500 Baht/Month, 2-5 Bedrooms/2-5 Bathrooms, 77450 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-6342915 or by Email: premier@ loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PRC084) Beachfront Luxury Penthouse Wo n g a m a t ! R e n t a l P r i c e is 90,000 Baht/Month, 2+1 Bedrooms/3 Bathrooms, 240 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-6342915 or by Email: premier@ loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR6500) Absolutely Beachfront Apartment....Definitely a 5 Star Lifestyle! Rental Price is 90,000 Baht/Month, 2 Bedrooms/4 Bathrooms, 153 Sqm. For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-6342915 or by Email: premier@ loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR6901) 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 081-6342915 or by Email: premier@ loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR5423) Ocean front Super Luxury High Rise Residence on Jomtien Beach! Rental Price 120,000 Baht/ Month, 4 Bedrooms/ 5 Bathrooms, 217 Sqm, For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. At (038) 231-931 and 081-6342915 or by Email: premier@ loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR6662)

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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 081-6342915 or by Email: premier@ loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PR4187)

Land for Sale

(ptmlfs-tpis0000)Land for Sale at Grange Park Village! Selling price is 5.5M 1,600 sqm. For appointment and private viewing call: 082-462-3666 (Thai) 082040-4788 (English).

Pratamnak Beachfront! Selling Price is 45 Million 203 Tarang Wa h F o r a p p o i n t m e n t a n d private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-6342915 or by Email: premier@ loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PLD0903) Na Jomtien Beachfront! 21 Rai 348 Tarang Wah from Sukhumvit 400 meters deep to a 45 meter beachfront! Two low rise buildings with 4 units each set upon a large swimming pool. Purchaser can build up to 70+ floor high rise.

24,188,384 Baht per rai and 60,471 Baht per tarang wah and the entire 21+ rai can be purchased for a selling price of 529,000,000 Baht . For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081-6342915 or by Email: premier@ loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PLD0866) Phoenix Golf course Area!

Selling Price is 15.8 Million 7 Rai 200 Tarang Wah For appointment and private viewing, call the Premier Homes Real Estate Co., Ltd. at (038) 231-931 and 081634-2915 or by Email: premier@ loxinfo.co.th or visit our website at www.premierinternational.com (PLD0928)

Property Investment

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, clubhouse, communal pool and 24/7 security. Outstanding value for such large family homes. The seller has in total six of these rental properties, all 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%. They can be purchased individually from 1.99m Bt to 2.2m Bt each or all six houses together for 11.9m Bt. Only for sale because of the owners continued ill health problems.

Website Ref: HSES071. Tel: 085 129 5657. Email: lam@pattayajomtien-property.com. www. pattaya-jomtien-property.com

Job Vacancies

Experienced Sales Person / Customer Service Wanted. We are looking for a female who is interested to work in a property industry. Requirements: Good written and spoken English / Chinese / Russian. Must be customer service-oriented. Must be sales driven, enthusiastic and hardworking. Send CV/Resume to john@citygardenpattaya.com or call 0903855595.

Assistant to Condominium Manager wanted for a condominium located on Jomtien Beach. We are looking for a male/ female who is interested in working with property management.

Responsibilities include: The Assistant Building Manager works directly under the Building Manager, and oversees building and swimming pool maintenance, utilities and communications infrastructure, repairs and upgrades, and supervises the staff.

Coordinates building, pool and grounds maintenance and repairs with maintenance staff. Provides co-owners with updates of electrical, water and other service outages, fire drills and scheduled shutdowns. Oversees building security. Issue invoices and collects payments from co-owners for maintenance fee, water charges etc. Oversee daily accounting to be presented to the Building Manager each month. Coordinates fire drills and emergency equipment maintenance. Requirements: Good written and spoken English, independent, well organize, good computer and accounting skills.

CV with photo and salary requirement to allott25@ hotmail.com Accountant wanted for condominium project: 1 position available. Minimum 1 year experience. Computer skill – MS Excel, MS Word. English is a plus. Female. Must be able to work overtime. Maid wanted for sales office and showroom: 2 positions available. Female not older than 45.Hardworking with service mind. Messenger/driver wanted: Male. Must have driver license for

car and motorcycle. Must be able to work overtime and travel. Please call K. Passanee 081 293 3390 or send resume to passanee@ therivierapattaya.com Assistant to Condominium Manager Wanted. We are looking for a female who is interested in working with property management. Job description: customer service to the condo community residents, property inspections of the common areas, building’s accounting and more.

Requirements: Good written and spoken English, independent, well organize, good computer and accountant skills. Experience is a plus. Salary according to skills. CV with photo to allott25@ hotmail.com Urgent! Experienced Waitress Wa n t e d f o r I n t e r n a t i o n a l restaurant. Must speak English.

Good salary + tips. Call 091 240 4331.

Vehicles for Sale

Toyota Fortuner 3.0 Turbo Diesel. Automatic, 4x4 2006 top model. Champagne gold, tan leather interior, TV. Full TRD body mouldings, LED front and rear lights. Absolutely loaded with extras 135,000 km, falang owned. Immaculate inside out with interesting number plate.

Reduced from 790,000 baht to 690,000. Might consider exchange for condo plus cash. Call owner 087 139 1539.

2005 NISSAN TEANA 230JMDiamond Black/ Cream Leather interior, all options, new paint, serviced by Nissan, low miles, 599,000 or 50% down take over payments 18 months left to pay.

Call 084 158 0785

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The best place to be an expat (Guy Rowlands writes) A new crop of international surveys from InterNations, NatWest and 1StopShop involving more than 20,000 expat respondents have voted Ecuador and Australia the best countries to be an expat. Apparently, Ecuador has a low cost of living, good weather and top-class affordable health care. It’s also simple to obtain a work permit. As regards Australia, most expats there say they are happier, healthier and more affluent than back in their gloomy European homeland.

At the opposite end of the scale, Greece, Saudi Arabia and Kuwait are not preferred destinations. Greece’s main problem seems to be the economic malaise which makes life for working expats dodgy as security of tenure is a thing of the past. Saudi Arabia is well down the popularity stakes because of the lack of leisure facilities while Kuwait is evidently an unfriendly location which makes you feel unwanted. Africa is generally seen as dangerous for all sorts of reasons, including violence and indifferent health care in some locations.

The Far East, including China, Singapore and Hong Kong all appear in the top 20 percent of preferred destinations, with China in particular moving from 11th to 5th position globally in one survey.

But many of the British travelers to Asia said that they did not actually believe that travel broadens the mind and that having lived in the Far East doesn’t help you get a job in the UK. Another disadvantage of travel is that expats tend to bore the pants off their friends back home by regaling them with stories about their overseas experiences.

Thailand in most surveys of expats sticks firmly in the middle of the league tables. On the plus side, the Land of Smiles is indeed full of smiles, has a great climate and offers a great variety of things to do to prevent you getting bored. The cost of living is seen as reasonable, although more expensive than it was thanks to exchange rate variations and, in particular, the costs of good hospital care and education for expat children. On the negative side, political discontent and martial law are seen as making people nervous. Or some of them at any rate.

Q: What is the main reason for rejection?

A: The biggest single problem is the passport photos, for example the photo being taken too near the subject. The white or gray area on the photo should be at least 25 percent of the total area of the print.

RENEWING A UK PASSPORT Q: Can I renew my British passport well ahead of its expiry date even though it is not full?

A: Yes, as long as you pay the published fees every time.

Q: Can I submit an application by post?

A: No. You can visit Trendy Office in Bangkok (the office for this purpose) in person or a representative can attend with all the documentation on your behalf. This is particularly useful if you are incapacitated. Your representative can also collect the passport on your behalf, but it cannot be sent to you by mail.

Q: What documents are required?

A: Color copies of every page of your passport, including blanks, two color passport photos, proof from a British government source (or similar) that you are living at your address in Thailand. Most people provide a letter from the Inland Revenue or their pension provider. The detailed list of documents is available on the British Embassy website. The site also has the application form to download.

Q: Can I pay for the passport by cash?

A: No, only by credit card and using the form which is provided on the embassy website. However you can use somebody else’s credit card (with their permission) if you personally don’t have one.

Q: How long do I have to wait?

A: There are two sorts of delay. To get an appointment at Trendy Office it’s necessary to apply by email. The waiting time is currently about three weeks. There is then a further waiting period of about two months before you can expect the passport to arrive from UK at Trendy Office.

Q: Can I find out about the progress of the application?

A: Not by contacting Trendy Office. There is a published enquiry number in UK. These details, again, are on the British Embassy website.

Q: Does every country have the same system?

A: No. In some countries you can apply by post direct to UK. The different rules for Thailand are because, in the past, so many applications had some problem. There are also many more applications here than, say, in Cambodia or the Philippines.

Snap Judgment A mighty undertaking

The newly appointed National Reform Council (NRC) has a truly enormous task on its hands to produce a blueprint for reform within the next months. That means barely 300 working days if the original promise of a general election by October 2015 is to be fulfilled. However, some government officials are already talking about a delay into the following year. Prime Minister Prayut Chan-o-cha has also stated that some tasks in political or economic reform might have to be performed by the next incoming government even though he is keen to resign. In theory, of course, that administration could be led by another appointed figure. No firm date for a general election has yet been set.

Politically, the agenda now is to make “democracy” work in practice without reverting to the old prolonged conflicts which have plagued the country in the past. The junta’s high-riding in many public opinion polls is probably rooted in the public’s hope and expectation that serious street violence will not return. There is also much talk of national reconciliation, easy to claim but difficult to achieve.

The ongoing status of martial law in the country, even if not enforced in all its severity, suggests that the country is far from united.

There are so many questions to answer. How should the prime minister be chosen? Suggestions already include the idea that he could be popularly elected or chosen by MPs or even be appointed from outside the traditional political party apparatus. It can be expected that this issue alone will be hotly debated in the NRC, even as the clock continues to tick. It is not even clear that Thailand will retain its bicameral (two house) system as there are arguments for a single chamber legislature or even a third people’s council to act as a counter-balance between the House of Representatives and the Senate. The clock continues to tick.

The choices faced by the NRC are formidable. Should the current voting age of 18 be kept or should it be raised to 20? There seems to be no support for actually reducing it to 16 in line with the recent Scottish referendum vote which was “observed” by Thai officials. There are also issues about how MPs are actually selected with suggestions about primaries and screening to take on board. There are separate proposals to place a lifetime ban on politicians convicted of crimes as well as to abolish MPs' immunity from arrest while the House is in session. Not to mention the prospect of anticorruption courts and progress required in a total of eleven areas of Thai economic, social and political life.

The obvious scenarios are that the NRC will rush its various jobs, or even be pressured to do so, or that the reform agenda will be far from complete by this time next year. If so, there are bound to be calls for the general election to be postponed to an unknown date further in the future which, in turn, will galvanize the opponents of the May 2014 coup in directions which are not impossible to envisage. Some commentators are quoting article 37 of the interim constitution which stipulates that, in the event of the deadline being missed or the draft constitution being rejected, everything goes back to square one. A new NRC would have to be selected and the process begins all over again. Not a hoped-for result.

The best outcome would be for the NRC to have a draft constitution ready by the second quarter of 2015 and then submitted to a public referendum. Otherwise there is a danger that a great deal of hard work will become pointless as an incoming government, following a general election, might see its priority to undo the reforms now being planned.

It all depends on the composition of such an incoming government, but it would be foolish to disregard the real possibility it may be formed by people hostile to the coup makers. Much depends on the progress in the NRC over the next six months or so. Tick tock.

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Youth Focus

International Education

by Tara Pattana International School Today we all live in a global village. Increasingly the education we give today’s children must reflect this growing internationalism.

Education for tomorrow must enable all children to fully develop their talents and their potential, and to prepare them to take an

active part in shaping the world of the future.

Education for the 21st century must develop the capacity and the qualities needed to understand other cultures in a broad and sympathetic way, and to develop the ability to coexist with people who

have different customs and cultural backgrounds.

These days, success depends more on what you know than where you are.

Technology has flattened the Earth.

As an international school in Thailand teaching the British curriculum, we have an opportunity

Grease is the word!

Students from Garden International School (GIS) are working like “greased lightning” to get ready for a performance of the classic musical Grease!

After weeks of rehearsing, the show has got groove, it’s got meaning, and will be staged at GIS on November 5, 6 and 7.

If you want your “Summer Nights” to be more entertaining, then head along to GIS, where students will be “Hopelessly Devoted” to entertaining you.

Staff and students have created some amazing costumes and sets to go along with the musical, which was revived recently in the hit TV show “Glee”.

Tickets are just 200 baht and are available from school or will be available

on the door. The show starts at 7 p.m.

Food and drinks will be available to buy.

GIS is based in Ban Chang, near

to bring the world to our classrooms. We can learn locally and think globally.

We can encourage our students to look towards the horizon and have far-sighted goals.

We can develop the thinking skills, the languages, the scientific techniques that are in demand all over the world, and contribute to better international cooperation and understanding.

With so much information and mobility in the world of the 21st century our students must be secure in their own values, be able to make decisions based on evidence, not prejudice and have the personal skills and character to be able to get along with a wide range of different people.

The interdependence of people, communities and nations is becoming ever more evident. Integral to

by Mark Beales

Pattaya.

Mark Beales is IB coordinator and English teacher at Garden International School.

promoting a world of justice and equality is developing widespread public respect and understanding for the dignity and wellbeing of people in and from other parts of the world. Knowledge and understanding lead to caring and caring will lead to action. Through action our students can contribute to the building of a better world.

There are overt and

subtle ways to promote “international mindedness” in our students. While the flags, international days and trips abroad are a starting point, the goal is growth to a deeper understanding over time. What we are ultimately striving for is not flag recognition, but the development of intercultural awareness and competence, which will foster a sense of cultural identity in all our students.

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Youth Focus Get Ready, Set, Learn!

by Ayesha Rahman Kindergarten is a time for children to expand their love of learning, their general knowledge, their ability to get along with others, and their interest in reaching out to the world. While kindergarten marks an important transition from preschool to the primary grades, it is important that children still get to be children – getting kindergarteners ready for primary school does not mean substituting academics for play time, forcing children to master first grade skills. Kindergarten curriculum actually includes such events as snack time, playtime, and individual and group activities in addition to those activities we think of as traditionally educational.

Developmentally appropriate kindergarten classrooms encourage the growth of children’s self-esteem, their cultural identities, their independence and their individual strengths. At this stage, children are already eager to learn and possess an innate curiosity. Teachers can best provide for children what they need to grow physically, emotionally, and intellectually. Here are eight signs of a good kindergarten classroom: 1. Children are playing and working with materials or other children. They are not aimlessly wandering or forced to sit quietly for long

periods of time.

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Children have access to various activities throughout the day, such as block building, pretend play, picture books, paints and other art materials, and table toys such as pegboards, and puzzles. Children are not all doing the same things at the same time.

3. Teachers work with individual children, small groups, and the whole group at different times during the day. They do not spend time only with the entire group.

4. The classroom is decorated with children’s original artwork, their own writing with invented

spelling, and dictated stories.

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Children learn numbers and the alphabet in the context of their everyday experiences. Exploring the natural world of plants, animals and serving snacks are all meaningful activities to children.

6. Children work on projects and have long periods of time to play and explore.

Children have an opportunity to play outside every day that weather permits. This play is never sacrificed for more instructional time.

7. Curriculum is adapted for those who are ahead as well as those who need

additional help. Because children differ in experiences and background, they do not learn the same things at the same time in the same way.

8. Children and their parents look forward to school. Parents feel safe sending their child to kindergarten. Children are happy; they are not crying or regularly sick.

Just as important as mastering phonics will be learning to sit still for story time; handle playground time; make new friends; follow the teacher’s directions, and manage school routines.

Just as with reading or mathematics, teachers will

not expect little adults. But they will ask children to work in groups, do structured, age-appropriate activities, and listen to adults in charge. Watch a neat line of kindergarteners following a teacher to lunch or the library and it all looks easy.

But step inside a classroom, especially in September, and it can look like rocket science.

Kindergarten is a frontier year, and with support from loving adults, just about every child can learn and enjoy at the same time.

Ayesha Rahman is a kindergarten teacher at Mooltripakdee International School.

Regent’s International School Pattaya hosts Fine Foods and Artisan Crafts Fair

by Alex McInnes

Regent’s International School Pattaya hosted the

city’s first-ever Fine Foods and Artisan Crafts Fair to the appreciation of over 350

happy patrons.

Held under the clock tower at Regent’s International School Pattaya, the free-to-enter fair was a huge success, thanks in part to glorious Sunday afternoon skies, bereft of the heavy rainfall Pattaya has been experiencing lately.

Over 20 exhibitors showed off their wares to the

Regent’s school community and general public, which included deli meats, chutneys, ice cream, leather goods, jewelry and clothing.

The fair was such a success that Tim Eaton from Regent’s declared, “The Fine Foods and Artisan Crafts Fair went beyond even my expectations and we will definitely be hosting another

one next year.”

Fair organizer Rainer Rössler described the fair as a full-on success, “I spoke to all the vendors during and after the event and all seemed to be very happy, especially considering it was

the first event of its kind at Regent’s. Many of them asked me when we will host the next fair”.

Keep your eyes and ears peeled for the next one, which is likely to be in the first half of 2015.

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Local Sports Local and International Motorsports Report Recent Race Updates: 2014 F1 News: Jules Bianchi remains in a critical but stable condition in hospital in Japan following his accident in the Japanese Grand Prix. With the race in Sochi coming just a week later, emotions have been raw as the drivers and teams have met with the FIA to try and find ways of improving safety, and Hamilton said he has been thinking about Bianchi throughout the weekend.

Upcoming Races: Nov 07-09 Brazilian GP, Sao Paulo Nov 21-23 Abu Dhabi GP, Yas Marina www.formula1.com (free live timing and scoring online) **All events will be shown on Star Sports Asia 2014 NASCAR News: NASCAR Sprint Cup Talladega: Keselowski had been looking all but certain to crash out of the Chase this last weekend. Only a win could have saved him – so that’s what he went out and got.

Upcoming Races: Nov 02 Texas Motor Speedway Nov 09 Phoenix International Raceway Nov 16 Homestead-Miami Speedway www.nascar.com (free live timing and scoring online) **All events will be shown on Star Sports Asia 2014 Indy Car News: 2014 Season completed. Australian Driver Will Power is champion. Schedule for 2015 forthcoming. www.indycar.com (free live timing and scoring online) **All events will be shown on Star Sports Asia 2014 MotoGP News: Valentino Rossi has won the Australian MotoGP for the first time since 2005 after Marc Marquez threw away a dominant Phillip Island lead. Rossi was joined on the podium by teammate Jorge Lorenzo and Monster Yamaha Tech 3 rider Bradley Smith, who took his first podium after Cal Crutchlow fell from second place on the very final lap.

Upcoming Race: Nov 09 Valencia MotoGP

www.motogp.com (free live timing and scoring online) **All events will be shown on Star Sports Asia **Local Thailand Motorsports Schedule 2014** Race 5 & 6 1-2 November 2014 BRIC, Buriram* Race 7 & 8 10-14 December 2014 Bangsaen, Chonburi* * date and venue subject to change

Valentino Rossi wins dramatic Australian MotoGP

Toyota-powered Rebellion takes 1-2 in Fuji LMP1-L

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Bunker Boys at The Ranch Green Valley G.C. (Medal) A surprisingly small turnout of golfers today for our medal competition at the usually popular Green Valley course. When we arrived at the course the car park was busy, but on reaching the first tee we were able to tee off a few minutes early, and throughout the round, the leading group didn’t catch up with any groups ahead of them. The course was in its normally good condition, but the greens had been lightly sanded and were consequently variable in speed. We welcomed back Ross Schiffke for his first game since his recent marriage, and he celebrated in style by taking first place, beating John Graham on a countback. PJ Redmond was making his debut from the silver tees, and the shorter course distance enabled him to get back into contention for a place on the podium after a long absence. Previously the Bunker Boys have been reluctant to introduce the possibility of older players playing in competition from the silver tees, but PJ’s success proves the decision to be correct, and provides a genuine opportunity for new (old?) faces to challenge the usual suspects. Alan Freeman continued his domination of the near pin prizes, taking three on the day, with only Al Collinge preventing him from chalking up another clean sweep.

Results: 1st Ross Schiffke (hcp.19) nett 72 2nd John Graham (hcp.11) nett 72 3rd P.J. Redmond (hcp.23) nett 73 Near Pins: Al Collinge and Alan Freeman (3) Pleasant Valley G.C. (Stableford) It was another bright, sunny morning, and when we arrived at the course

after fighting our way through the ever worsening traffic on the 7 motorway, the clubhouse was quiet. The first group tee’d off on schedule but soon caught up with the golfers ahead on the 6th hole. From there on the round was painfully slow as the whole course was held up by a six-ball group who were determined to get their money’s worth, completely oblivious of the stacked up course behind them. The course was not in its best condition appearing to have suffered badly from the recent rains, but also from neglect, with several bunkers in very poor condition and the greens slow and bumpy. Peter Habgood was the only player to play to his handicap on the day to take first place ahead of Tony Robbins and Geoff Parker both with 31 points, but with Tony taking second place on a countback over the last six holes. Following the presentation back at The Ranch, Alan Freeman generously rang the bell for his fellow golfers to celebrate the 18.5 near pin prizes that he’s won during his ten-game trip (the half was today) – he’s departing on Sunday, so now everyone else can look forward to getting back into the frame!

Results: 1st Peter Habgood (hcp. 20) 36 points 2nd Tony Robbins (hcp. 13) 31 points 3rd Geoff Parker (hcp. 15) 31 points Near Pins: Tore Eliassen and Alan Freeman (2) with the island hole prize being shared between Les Hall and Alan Freeman when we were unable to separate them.

The 9th John Preddy charity golf tournament is scheduled for Monday, November 24 at the Emerald Golf Club.

The tournament has been held for the last eight years, but this year we are expanding

Peter Habgood wins at Pleasant Valley the event to remember those golfing friends in Pattaya who have passed away recently. A new memorial trophy has been purchased which will be inscribed with the names of those departed friends and will be held in the bar of the winning team for one year. The team event is intended to be an intersociety tournament including as many local golf societies as possible. Full details can be found on the website www. bunkersociety.com.

The Bunker Boys are a PSC-affiliated golf society, who now plays out of The Ranch bar on Pattaya 3rd Road (in front of the fire station, and almost opposite the Buffalo Bar). We play three times per week on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, so if you enjoy a fun day out and a friendly but competitive golf competition why not come and join us. We meet at The Ranch at 9 a.m. for breakfast and transportation, and new players are always welcome.

Contact Buff on 086 046 5091 or 080 605 5663 for all enquiries. You can find all the news, schedules and results on our website at www.bunkersociety.com.

Ebrahim has a win! luck was not altogether out as all the toilet cisterns were full and he managed to carry out some much needed cleansing duties after relieving some of the belly pains!

With no food on offer, as the kitchen runs on power apparently, everyone went back to the GS for presentations and cold drinks. The scribe managed to stay until presentations were over before departing for home, a shower and much needed rest (as his better half has been away for several days and took the billy lids), so apologies for the lack of other group’s trials and tribulations.

He did however note that a player in his group forgot to put out the longest putt marker on the 9th hole and was also seen to throw a club for which without preempting donated a sizable sum to Deefa, the charity dog. Nobody following the leading group was smart enough to pin a card on the green for the longest putt?

Being a Stableford event it was decided to opt for a rundown instead of divisional winners and with four NTP’s and two (well one) longest putt made available, the results were: Eb Alansari had a fine round scoring 42 points followed by Mashi Kaneta with 39, Stu Rifkin coming (L to R) Mashi, Stu, Peter and Eb in third with 38 and

Mountain Shadow Golf Course – Stableford A warm welcome was given to Randy Lodinger from Texas, USA, and farewells were made to Rudy Reganesse heading to Samui before returning to his home in Cape Town, South Africa, and Graham Rice who departs to Australia to compete in the Queensland semifinals leg of the National Holden Challenge team event being held in Port Douglas, North Queensland.

Today’s scribe, being in the leading group, was not privy to much innuendo of today’s happenings as when we returned to the clubhouse the power was out and the standby generator (if there was one) was also out of action.

So with no water and suffering a bad case of Bali Belly the scribe considered his

by Geoff Parker

by San Mig Stu

Kae Tusagad was fourth on a countback from Andrew Allen (5th), Kev Waycott (6th) and Bob Akapita (7th) while Roy Dayton took out eighth spot.

NTP’S 6th hole – Mashi Kaneta 8th hole – Eb Alansari 15th hole – Graham Rice 17th hole – Kevin Waycott LFP 18th hole – Kevin Waycott Our host Peter Grey managed to win the NAGA cap award despite having one of his better rounds and kindly donated to Deefa, the charity dog, which is a (minor) penalty for having the worst round of the day. He also won a new ball as consolation.

The GS is a “friendly” golf outlet and caters for and encourages all golfers, young and old, male or female to have a hit on any of our weekly outings. We generally play Mondays and Thursdays at one of the many fine golf courses in and around Pattaya. Please contact Peter Grey if you are interested in playing on 086 150 3086.

The Growling Swan also caters to the bowls enthusiasts. Bus transport departs the GS on Wednesdays at 10 a.m. when they go to Coco’s for undercover, synthetic green bowls and on Sundays at the same time for open, grass bowling at The Retreat.

Please contact Paul Rennison on 084 345 4005 if you wish to partake. The cost including return bus transport, bowling fees and a hot lunch is less than 400 baht so great value for a day out!

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Our Community Thailand Riders International takes part in The Poppy Appeal

by Rodney James Charman

Two members of The Royal British Legion Thailand Riders International leave their home base Tropical Restaurant on Soi Khao Noi for a mammoth journey in aid of this year’s Poppy Appeal.

They firstly ride from Pattaya to Singapore; they then ride from Singapore to Three Pagodas Pass on the Thai-Burma border following as much as possible the route of the infamous Death Railway.

Bruce Lancaster and Lyndsey Rowe will be raising

funds as they cover this mammoth 5,000 kilometers in aid of the Poppy Appeal and will arrive in Kanchanaburi

on November 11 in time for the Service of Remembrance at 10:50 a.m. Please support them by donating in any of

the Poppy Boxes you will see around Pattaya or contact Poppy organizer Ron Smith on 087 141 5619.

Pattaya Sports Club helps to make future badminton champions

by William Macey

We arrived earlier than expected despite the road works along route 7 on the way to Chonburi. The YWCA complex is situated next to the Amata golf course and has been the host to the National Badminton Championships of Thailand for many years as has Pattaya Sports Club. The hall has five badminton courts which are perfect to accommodate 700 children, over a five-day period, challenging for the right to be called champion. We arrived in time to see the semifinals and finals of the boys and girls doubles championships and could only marvel at the standard attained, not only

by the older groups, but those as young as 9 years old. The competitiveness, speed, energy and control of the players were amazing. Did I have that much energy when I was their age?

Thailand has a well-deserved reputation in world badminton with a number of males and females featuring in the world’s top 20 in their respective groups. And who could forget the achievements of Ratchanok Intanon who became the world’s youngest ever world champion at the age of 18 in 2013 and made her name by winning this particular championship two years in a row when she was 14 and 15 years old before going on

to greater things?

Khunying Patama Leeswadtrakul, president of The Badminton Association of Thailand under The Royal

Patronage, was there to present some of the prizes and to congratulate the winners, as were representatives of Pattaya Sports Club and recorded by Thai TV and newspapers.

Pattaya Sports Club are well-known for their charitable activities but it is worth mentioning the fact that PSC also supports sports in all its forms to encourage Thai children to indulge in sport.

It has been proven the world over that those involved with sport are inclined to stick to the straight and narrow throughout their lives.

Human Help Network Foundation and Green Pattaya cleans Cosy Beach

by Neo Lothongkum

Despite the hard rain that just ended before the cleaning started at 9:30 a.m., all 40 children from Human Help Network Foundation Thailand and ten volunteers started to clean the hillside leading down to Cosy Beach Pratumnak.

Down at Cosy Beach everyone started to clean the area just left of the stairs and that area was dirtier than usual.

Someone had started a small garbage dump behind the old boats with old food, oil, and garbage creating a health risk and impossible for Green Pattaya to clean. At least the beach area got a big makeover and the volunteers then took on the remaining beach, picking up small pieces of plastic, capsules and other dangerous items. A total of 20 plastic bags of garbage

were collected, and Human Help Network Foundation Thailand donated 10,000 baht to Green Pattaya in support of its cleanup of the city.

The faulty pump is still not fixed and the whole area sadly

smells. A big waterfall brings all the dirty water down to the beach eroding the hill on its way. It looks like some beach vendors have decided that this part of the beach is their private garbage dump.

Big tree houses have been built along the hill behind the beach houses and part of the jungle has big cut down.

Cutting down plants and trees for illegal construction will sadly erode the whole cliff and sooner or later it will cause a major problem in the area, unless someone does something.

The next cleaning is also on Cosy Beach on November 8 at 9 a.m. and the sponsor is The International School Eastern Seaboard – Thailand. This will be a small area cleaning dedicated to getting plastic and other small items removed from the beach before it reaches the sea.

Neo Lothongkum is founder of Green Pattaya – a project by Rotary E-Club of the Carolinas.

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You & Your Pets

Thailand is dog country Readers of Pattaya Today’s Pet Page know that there are only two types of people in the world: cat people and dog people. But data from market research firm Euromonitor suggest that these differences extend beyond individual preferences and to the realm of geopolitics: it turns out there are cat countries and dog countries, too.

Households in Thailand care for about 5.9 million dogs and 2 million cats (and sometimes it might seem like most of them are in Pattaya).

In the U.S. there also are more dog owners (43.3 © Pattaya Animal Coalition million) than cat owners (36.1 million), but that Europe, with the exception of country has more cats (74 million) than dogs (70 million); Spain, Portugal and Ireland. South that obviously means there is more America is strictly dog country, as than one feline family member in is much of Asia.

Some regions, like the many households.

Middle East and part of Africa, In Europe, numbers show have an especially long-standing that in terms of raw population, appreciation of cats. In Latin cats outnumber dogs to the tune America it’s the complete opposite. of 2 million. Why? One simple Dogs are part of family life there. explanation is that cats are more World pet populations compact. You can fit more cats in also appear to follow a few a house than you can, say, golden interesting—if inexplicable— retrievers. Overall, cats are the favored pet in most of Western trends. For one, highly developed

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/

Angel

This lovely kitten has been with us since she was just 1 week old and has been hand-reared, being fed every 3 hours day and night for over a month.

By the time you read this she will be ready to go to her new home so be quick to come and see her before she is snapped up.

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countries, for reasons yet unclear, tend to have more balanced cat and dog populations. Looking across all countries, Euromonitor sees a correlation between developed economies and balanced pet preferences.

Brazil, as is turns out, has a strange affinity for small dogs—it has more small dogs per capita than any other country. And it appears that young Americans might be opting to own dogs rather than having babies.

You’re probably prepared in case a member of your family gets injured or has a medical problem. But do you know what to do if your pet chokes on a bone or is involved in an accident? This new Pattaya Today feature will help answer some common first aid questions related to your pets. Such information could mean the difference between life and death.

Poison Many household items can be dangerous to dogs and cats-everything from antifreeze, insecticides, and aspirin to raisins

Cats for You in Pattaya

and sugar-free gum. What to do?

Rule number one: don’t panic. Number two: read the product label; it may indicate what steps to take in the event of accidental ingestion. Number three: call your vet or the nearest animal hospital. Be prepared to describe the toxic material (generic or brand name) and ask about antidotes you can administer immediately. They can probably help you even before you get to the vet.

This lovely kitten had a bad start to her young life when she was hit by a car.

She has spinal damage and cannot walk. She can however scoot around quite easily but only on a nice tiled floor so that her legs are safe from damage.

Her new owner will have to change her nappy at regular intervals but has no other special needs.

Oscar

This sorry-looking creature was rescued from Central Pattaya. He has pneumonia and cat flu but is making a slow and steady recovery. Sadly he has also tested positive for both FIV and FeLV so will have to be an indoor boy and cannot mix with other cats.

When he is over his present illness he is expected to live a normal life with regular checkups.

Ginger Nutz

This happy, healthy-looking big ginger boy has been with us for what seems to be ages. Sadly he is such a big boy now he is not always on the normal “shopping list” of the average adopter who invariably chooses his younger friends before him.

When first meeting people, he quickly makes friends with anyone willing to spend a few minutes with him.

Cat Corner Tip

by Dr. RJ Peters to Pattaya’s cat lovers

Going to the Dogs...

Dogs love their friends and bite their enemies, quite unlike people, who are incapable of pure love and always have to mix love and hate.

-Sigmund Freud

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 to when to watch for you as you return home at your customary time each day. So it’s only fair that you respect that clock, and try to maintain the schedule they expect—particularly regular meal times. Cats thrive on routine!

Dr. Peters is the author of three informative and entertaining books about household pets. They include Our Amazing Cats, and Our Amazing Cats Vol. 2, now available from Amazon Books and at www.ouramazingcats.com. Her newest book is Our Amazing Dogs.

To download eBook versions of any or all three books (about 200 baht each), go to http://youniquesolutions.com/3Books.html. Dr. Peters also publishes a free newsletter, The Kitty Times. To subscribe, go to: http://www.theproblemcat.com. (Proceeds from book sales help support abandoned cats; the books help support your emotional health through their heartwarming stories.)

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Games

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Identify which word is being defined.

1. Definition: “To a small degree or extent; "his arguments were somewhat self-contradictory"; "the children argued because one slice of cake was __________ larger than the other"” First letter: S Answer: __________ 2. Definition: “(1) A term used interchangeably with "coverage" to denote insurance provided under the terms of a policy. (2) The fire-fighting facilities in the area in which a risk is located.”

First letter: P Answer: __________ 3. Definition: “The part of a sentence that indicates what acts upon the verb. It is always a noun, pronoun, or noun clause. For example, "explaining grammar" is the _______ of the sentence "Explaining grammar is one of my favorite activities".”

First letter: S Answer: __________ 4. Definition: “An organization operated with the objective of making a profit from the sale of goods or services.”

First letter: B Answer: __________ 5. Definition: “The period of the day between dusk and dawn.”

First letter: N Answer: __________

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Answers: 1. Slightly; 2. Protection; 3. Subject; 4. Business; 5. Night.

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