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REm thailand • pattaya edition
Dusit Groups’ decade of dedication
Building homes as if they were their own
Issue 167 • April 2015
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who is who • commentary
Managing Director Dave Buckley Tel: 087 988 0799 dave@remthai.com Publisher/Editor Mesiya Watson may@realestatemagazinethailand.com Sales and Marketing Pure Phanthong Tel: 087 618 6486 pure@remthai.com or purephanthong@gmail.com Wongduan Roberts Tel: 087 535 8096 duan@remthai.com or realestatemag@hotmail.com Office/Accounts Tel: 038 406519 or 08 6335 2474 dear@remthai.com Web address: www.remthai.com
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Since 2001 – Thailand’s first English language property magazine
A taxing question I cannot recall ever meeting anyone who either enjoys or is relaxed about paying taxes. When living in the UK I paid an accountant and tasked him with ensuring that I paid as little tax as possible while staying within the law. It’s called tax avoidance; not evasion, which is illegal. A little while back HSBC Bank’s Swiss operation got
Dave Buckley looks at the attempt to introduce a land and buildings tax bill
into hot water for trying to attract customers by saying they would help them to evade paying taxes. This resulted in commentators jumping on the “how disgraceful” bandwagon and levelling all sorts of criticisms at HSBC. What do you bet that, like me, these critics are all privately beavering away trying to keep their own personal tax bills down – legally, of course. Anyone detect a whiff of hypocracy? In Thailand there has been talk on and off over recent years about introducing a new tax on land and buildings. It would seem it is about as popular with the better off among the electorate (the ‘haves’) as consuming a cup of cold sick.
Expats living in the kingdom enjoy the ‘luxury’ of not having a vote so are Publisher Pattaya Property Consultants Co Ltd 21/27 M5 Soi Nern Plub Waan Nongprue • Banglamung Chonburi 20150 Tel: 038 406519 or 08 6335 2474
able to observe safe in the knowledge that they have no say whatsoever. Thai Finance Minister Sommai Phasee said recently: “How can the country grow if all Thais are selfish, especially middle income earners?” He was referring, of course, to the widespread reluctance there is among the ‘haves’ to paying this unpopular tax. The minister says that the land and buildings tax represents the one big new way he can see of raising significant sums
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to improve the education and healthcare systems, mainly for the ‘have nots’. No right thinking Thai citizen will say: “We don’t need to improve our education and healthcare systems.” But in the same breath they will probably add: “This is a great policy ... provided you don’t expect the money from me.” The finance minister and some local commentators I’ve read seem to be of the opinion that if a land and buildings tax is ever going to get onto the statute books there will never be a better time than when a non-elected government is in charge. Any political party putting the tax in their election manifesto is risking rejection by the ‘haves’ at the polls. I can’t see this tax being implemented any time soon. And even if the tax were introduced ... the next time there are free elections what’s to stop a party pledging that they will scrap it when they get into power other than maybe it would not be a winner with the majority of voters? This proposed tax will once again pitch the poor ‘have nots’ against the rich ‘haves’. If poorer Thai citizens view this tax as a chance to deal a blow to the rich they might favour it and we will once again see the poor majority locking horns with the elite (but very influential) minority. Would the military feel it has to step in yet again? A rhetorical question!
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contents • leisure
cover story
leisure
Building as if for themselves
Fflic is ahead of its time
16 • fflic-ing the right switches! A new arrival on the Pratumnak scene – that’s the Fflic Pool & Cliff Club with its three ‘time zones’!
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Dusit Groups have come a long way in the past decade and pride themselves on creating condominiums and housing projects with the same care as if they were planning to live in them.
26 • GO WITH the
flow:
Advice on what it takes to keep your head while all around you on
Thailand’s
roads
are
losing
theirs.
You’ve got to have rhythm!
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Showroom
for
The
Orient from Matrix and Nova opens with a party.
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Seven
Seas
launch
latest project in giant showroom/clubhouse.
The third and final stage
44 • another valentino rossi? Dr Iain Corness
of developing a green
looks at what it takes to succeed on two wheels and
project is examined.
wonders if Thailand will produce a top bike rider.
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Coastal Real Estate
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CSP Projects Inside front cover Defence International Security Services Dusit Groups Euro Design FARANG Services Fflic Cliff & Pool Club
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news • property
New Seven Seas showroom It is contained in clubhouse that is ‘one of the biggest in town’
The Universal Group have introduced the showroom for their latest Pattaya offering by holding a media event in the project’s giant clubhouse just a short walk away from the beach in Na-Jomtien last month. The project – Seven Seas Côte d’Azur – is their third in the city following on from the first Seven Seas and Savanna Sands. They have also launched another project in Phuket. Côte d’Azur, which, as its name suggests, has French-style architecture, will comprise six condo buildings containing 1,308 units from
studios through to three-bedroom apartments. The clubhouse forms a seventh building. As is the norm with Universal developments all units will be made available fully furnished with a starting price of Bt1.199m for a 24sqm studio. Shop units The development is sited in an area that has few shops at present so a total of 37 shop units will be included in the project. New materials such as double-
Universal can be contacted on 038 974 625 main number; or 099 240 0030 (English and Thai); or 099 240 0060 (Russian). Email: info@ sevenseas cotedazur.com (no gaps). Web: universalthailand. com or sevenseas cotedazur.com
glazed uPVC windows and crown mouldings (where walls meet ceilings) are being introduce in the project. And there will be a promenade built. Developer Rajesh Punjabi said he hoped that the project will be “liked by everyone” but he believes Thais will form the majority of the project’s buyers “though we still see Russians and the Chinese are now coming here in big numbers”. The intention is to start building in the first quarter of next year and it is anticipated that the handover of units will begin two years later.
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Confusion over proposed Colliers new land and buildings tax on move It’s been shelved indefinitely ... or has it – the proposed land and buildings tax, that is? Reports are circulating saying that the prime minister has agreed to hold back the bill saying that the timing is poor given the current state of the economy. But three days later it seemed that the finance minister remained keen to push it forward. The finance chief fears the country will face fiscal woe if the bill does not get adopted. Finance minister Sommai Phasee (right) has conceded it will be difficult for an elected government to pass the law as such action may jeopardise the
popularity of the party that introduces it. Therefore, he feels, its best chance lies with it being brought in by a nonelected government. If the tax were to take effect it is projected that some Bt200bn a year would be added to state coffers. This compares to Bt25bn collected under the current local development tax and house and land tax. The sum would boost the country’s education and welfare programmes. The new law has raised concerns that home and land owners in areas where land prices are high would be forced to sell their assets to investors if they cannot pay the tax.
The Pattaya office of the Colliers International brokerage has moved from its spot opposite Central Festival in Second Road to Welcome Town, the new parade of shops off Pattaya Central found on the right going down from Sukhumvit. A Colliers spokesman said: “Our lease on the Second Road premises had expired and we opted not to renew due to new high rents.” New address is Welcome Town, 47/84 Moo 9, Central Pattaya Road, Nongprue, Banglamung, Chonburi 20150. The phone and fax numbers are unchanged ... +66 (0)38 427 771 and +66 (0)38 427 772 respectively.
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cover story • dave buckley
Dusit Groups – building homes they would be happy to call their own
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n the decade since the Dusit Groups Company was created the founders have applied the philosophy that each home should be build as if they would occupy it and that each project would form a community – not just a collection of buildings. The company was started by Mr Borwon Wongkasan and Ms Jarin Changlek in 2005 with the main purpose of building and developing homes and neighbourhood communities in the Jomtien/Pattaya area. A spokesman for the company said: “We give careful and considered attention to every detail, beginning with the selection of development plot, home design, and even handson construction supervision with Mr Wongkasan overseeing his foremen. “We have moved forward with the core belief that each home we
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were building was a home that we ourselves would want to live and build a future in.” Dusit say their homes “are not merely products for sale”. Upon completion of each home, and each neighbourhood, Dusit have continued to manage their communities with a personal and involved touch.
‘We have
Five neighbourhoods The spokesman continued: “This has led us to grow to become one of Pattaya’s most well accepted and accomplished developers with five unique neighbourhoods already built, beginning with Baan Dusit Pattaya, Baan Dusit Pattaya Lake, Baan Dusit Pattaya Park, Baan Dusit Pattaya View, and our newest community – Baan Dusit Pattaya Hill.” With great demand from their
we were
moved forward with the core belief that each home building was a home that we ourselves would want to live and build a future in.’
existing customer base and the local market as a whole, Dusit have also begun developing two condominium projects, the 36-storey Dusit Grand Condo View luxury tower and Dusit Grand Park resort condominium development. Dusit Grand Condo View is in a location just 300 metres from the ocean’s edge on Jomtien Sai 2 Road. Many of the floors offer panoramic sea views and the project has a swimming pool, sky lounge, fitness centre, steam and sauna, coffee shop and restaurant. EIA approval has been granted and construction is already in progress with the majority of units already sold. The Dusit Grand Park resort condominium project integrates a 6,400 sqm lagoon swimming pool
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on a 20,800 sqm total area with full amenities such as club house, Jacuzzis, water slides, underground parking, steam and sauna, coffee shops and restaurants. Fully furnished All units are fully furnished and residents will enjoy life in a central location with nearby road access to the ocean and downtown Pattaya. The spokesman concluded: “Find your happiness and home with us at any of the fine Dusit Groups Company communities.� l For more information you can visit the Dusit Groups Company at 195/33-34 Moo 11 on Thepprasit Road or phone 081-902-0118 (Thai); 080-099-3056 (English) or 086-9893191 (Russian). The web site is www. dusitgroups.com.
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Contact:
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Sale ß35,000,000
House 5 Bed
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ß42,000/month
Condo 2 beds
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ß7,800,000
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ß14,000/month
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Sale ß11,200,000 Condo 2 beds
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Sale ß23,500,000 House 3 beds
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Condo Studio
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GPS:Location 12.928045,100.883015 Our of�ice address 420/185 Moo.9 Pattaya 2nd Road 15, Nongprue, Banglamung, Chonburi 20150 Tel: 038 412301/038 412302 Email: info@pattayarealty.com
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MS10446
Brand new resort on Thappraya road for sale. Main building in front has 3 storey 5 bedrooms and is possible to make 1 more room. 3rd floor has outdoor jacuzzi. Motorbike parking space. Swimming pool and garden.Back building has 2 storey with 8 rooms for rent with communal pool. Furnished in trendy modern style.Land size 565 sq.m. Sale building with land24 Million Baht.There is empty land size 720 sq.m. next to the resort where can be sold included it at 39 Million Baht.
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Boutique hotel for sale,This friendly hotel is built on 1,000 sqm is located along a main road just 10-minute drive from Walking Street. The Deluxe Rooms of 35 sqm each are spacious and comfortable providing all the amenities expect from a 3 Star Boutique Hotel. The Superior Rooms of 25 sqm each are cozy and comfortable providing all the amenities equipped with a double bed including Egyptian Cotton Bedding. Price: 70,000,000 Baht
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New shop for sale/ rent on Soi Buakhao. Prime location as a top crowd street in Pattaya area. 4 stosrey building. Bathroom each floor. Floor area 67.2 sq.m each floor (16.8 Talang wah). Tiled floor. Rent 39,000 Baht/month+ security deposit. No key money. Sale at 10.9 MB freehold.
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wining • dining
Fflic-ing the right switches
Club breaks new ground in the city, say the owners
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new club has opened on Cosy Beach which will make tourists and residents sit up and take notice. Called Fflic Cliff & Pool Club it is, according to one of the partners, “five years in advance of anything else Pattaya can offer”. It’s a bold claim but it bears a little examination. Fflic is set in a unique location on the beach side of the road. Yes, we’re aware that unique is an overworked word but we feel this does qualify because of its location and views. We doubt if a similar location exists – or, at least one that is available – on the Eastern Seaboard. But Fflic isn’t all about location, important though that is. Quality food, a wide choice of drinks, a sophisticated sound system, an infinity pool and plenty of seating (300+) all combine to help make Fflic a welcome addition to the local scene. We spoke to Christian Dionisius who is one of three partners in the new venture. Christian has been living in Thailand for a total of 22 years, the past dozen of them in Pattaya, and he is involved in several businesses in Walking Street such as Lucifer’s, Candy Shop, 808, Toros and the J-Noi Seafood restaurant. He told us: “Mario Bauer, one of my partners here in Fflic, has run a successful beach club in Samui and for a while now we have saying: Why not do something similar here? “So when this piece of land was
brought to my attention we thought we could create something that Pattaya has really needed for a long time.” The partners – MD Patcharaon Klieangkaew (Pin) is the third one – signed a contract to lease the land from the Kasetin company seven months ago and started construction late in October. From scratch Four months later, having started everything from scratch, the well attended opening party was held. It is difficult to quickly sum up Fflic. According to Christian from the time they open at 11am right through to closing at 2 the following morning the club passes through three “time zones”. In the daylight hours the club will
What’s in a name? How did the partners come up with the name Fflic? “We were playing around with a few names,” said Christian, “and given we are on a cliff we thought of switching the word backwards but that didn’t quite work so we settled for an anagram of cliff – Fflic!”
have a relaxed resort feel with and food such as burgers and pizzas very much in evidence around the pool. It’s a place to chill out, listen to cool music and enjoy the sun, a snack and a drink with an informal dress code. When the sun goes down the menu changes to more sophisticated meals from the chef who has experience in a five-star hotel. The mood switches too. “People may choose to dress up a little more for the evening. But that’s up to them,” said Christian. “We continue to play great music, but not so loud that you cannot have a conversation.” Around 10pm when the dinner service is winding down the music is cranked up just a little by the DJ and the bar part of the club kicks in. “We are not a disco but we are getting people here at around 10.30 just for a drink and to listen to the music,” said Christian. “That’s the third time zone of our day.” He added: “Every day we plan to have different themes so there is always a reason for people to come back.” The size and the layout of Fflic, which has its own one rai car park (top left in picture) means it is suited to many events. “We can seat 300 people and can cater for wedding functions, seminars, presentations, fashion shows and the like,” said Christian. l To learn more contact Fflic on 093 641 4926 or email patcharaonk@ ffliccliffclub.com.
A new concept combining club, restaurant, bar and great music Brunch or lunch by the pool fine wining and dining followed by great after parties Stunning views and sunsets over the bay
OPEN 11am - 2am daily
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OUR PHILOSOPHY HAS EVOLVED Pattaya has been developing rapidly and will continue to progress across many areas; industry, commerce and tourism combine to drive change of demographic mix and property market demand. Market growth and maturity create higher expectation and a need for quality, high-end property and that combination makes this a good time to buy. Our focus is ‘property for professionals’.
A NEW WEBSITE FOR A NEW ERA With our evolved philosophy, we are delighted to inform you of the launch of our new website. It features an excellent variety of homes to suit a range of budgets. The site is user and mobile friendly, fast loading with a strong focus on quality photos, so you can view it anytime anywhere providing access to the latest and best opportunities. Register for our newsletter via the website as we’ll keep you up-to-date with the latest hot deals that we believe are good property investments. Contact us with any property questions you may have.
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green issues • office for interior & architecture (O-I-A)
This is the fifth of a series of articles in which REm owner Dave Buckley talks to Elmar Kleiner (right), the head of the Office for Interior & Architecture company (O-I-A), about how green issues can, or should, influence modern architecture and how we live. This month we look at the third and final stage of steps that need to be taken to go green!
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o let’s take it that the first two of the three steps to ‘greenness’ have been completed which means that the client’s wishes have been thoroughly investigated and acted upon, plans have been drawn up and tender documents have been put together and permissions sought. Following this we arrive at the construction process. “The ability of the project manager to implement what has been planned is key,” says Elmar Kleiner who heads the O-I-A company. “This is why we monitor our projects in close collaboration with selected contractors, a professional design team and our collaborative clients.” O-I-A next perform the following tasks: l Assist in the preparation of construction documents; l Review and comment on contractor’s drawings for the architectural works; l Inspect and comment on whether the construction is following the architectural design. Also, on a regular basis they will carry out: l Site monitoring; l Attend site meetings; l Submit site progress reports; Then, before the project is handed over to the client they prepare a defects list and conduct a last inspection. End product But that is not the end of the story as far as O-I-A is concerned. They want to ensure that their recommendations produce a tangible end product. Therefore they provide post construction services which they allow for in the service fee proposals. “We feel that providing these services after the project has been build is still rather exceptional here,”
THE STEPS According to O-I-A there are three steps in putting a project together and seeing it through to successful completion and beyond. These steps signify how they approach projects in general. They are: 1 Requirement compilation / analysis concept / schematic design 2 Design development / construction drawings and tender documents; 3 Construction implementation / post construction services. In this article we concentrate on the final elements of these steps. said Elmar, obviously feeling that this should not be the case. “However, this is relevant for a smooth and sustainable long-term operation, since operational costs account for most of the overall budget.” O-I-A know it is important to deliver on the savings that introducing green measures can save over the life of a building. Given that these measures can result in slightly higher up-front outlay they realise it is an important part of their offering to ensure that the longer term savings are achieved. Their post construction service typically lasts three years after project handover with several site visits and reports allowed for. So, as part of this service, they: l Produce project documentation; l Carry out an inspection before the warranty runs out; l Monitor the project’s energy consumption; l Submit proposals on how to optimise the operation of the building; l Co-ordinate the implementation of the optimisation proposals. When all this is complete O-I-A offers guidance to the owners on how to continue to get the best out of the building in green terms. |
that’s llife • jay barton
Driving in Thailand
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You just gotta have rhythm ...
he first time I ever drove in a foreign country was in Athens, Greece. I was young, fearless and driving a big chunk of American steel. I quickly learned that in Greece, you only need two pieces of equipment to operate a motor vehicle: an accelerator and a horn. Things couldn’t be more different in Thailand. Here, 10 times out of 10 … aggression and risky manoeuvres will not be rewarded. During my first few years in Thailand I lived in Bangkok and never got behind the wheel of a car. The Skytrain had just opened for business, the taxis were cheap and driving looked scary … really scary. I felt like kind of a sissy since my girlfriend, who weighed all of 38 kilos, had no problem tooling around in midday Bangkok traffic, wearing high heels, changing the music on her radio, checking her make up in the mirror and talking on the phone. I couldn’t get my head around it. There are 12 million people in Bangkok and all of them seemed to be on motorbikes trying to get under the car. I never in a million years thought I would ever get the nerve to drive in Thailand. You drive on the wrong side of the road … the steering wheel is on the wrong side of the car … and shifting gears with my left hand? No way! My maiden voyage in a vehicle in Thailand came in Phuket. The traffic seemed tamer. At the very least, there were fewer vehicles on the road. After three years of traversing the treacherous roads on the southern end of Phuket, and driving all the way to Malaysia, my fear of driving here in the land of a zillion motorbikes has pretty much disappeared. For those of you that are new to Thailand, or have yet to enjoy the thrill of driving here, I’ve thrown together a short list of things to remember should you find yourself strapped in behind the wheel of a motor vehicle. Be advised, most of what I have
to say relates to dealing with the majority of other drivers on the road who are Thai nationals. In no way do I mean to slight the Thai people as a group … but they do exhibit some characteristics that are noteworthy if you want to survive on Thai roads. Rule #1: They don’t see you Thai people live in Thai World. Thai World ends approximately 2.2 centimetres off the surface of their skin. It is helpful to imagine everyone in a car or on a motorbike in a bubble all by themselves … because that’s how they see it. What’s more, Thai people are rarely facing the direction they are moving. To say they are “easily” distracted is not an accurate statement; they are permanently distracted … especially on a street with food stalls on each side. And, for a race of people not known for their ability to multi-task, it seems that most of them are doing everything but attentively operating the vehicle assigned to them. So, when everyone is standing around at the scene of an accident surveying the mangled remains of their vehicles and someone is saying, “I never saw you” … they aren’t making it up. Rule #2: Nothing you do will change what a Thai person is doing on the road It doesn’t matter if they are speeding down a lane they created all by themselves, or poking along at 20kph in the middle of Sukhumvit Road, nothing you do will change their behaviour. Remember … they live in Thai World. Honking your horn or “horning” them is considered extremely rude and may result in Thai road rage which can be quite deadly. Rules and signs, even though written in both English and Thai, are not a concern of most Thai drivers. When you go to get your Thai Driving Permit, it is revealed that those red and white stripes painted on the
that’s llife • jay barton
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curbs means “no parking anytime”. Think about this the next time you go out and about and see how many cars, motorbikes and food carts are parked along these zones. Every car in the world is equipped with a button either on the dashboard or the steering wheel with a red triangle emblazoned on it. Most of us know this as the switch for “hazard lights”. Thai people literally call these “Parking Lights”. They turn on those flashers, get out of their vehicle and you are supposed to go around or wait for them to come back before you can pass. So what they were blocking a lane and a half of traffic … they had their “Parking Lights” on! Minor infractions like double parking, turning left on a red light even when there is clearly a sign that says it isn’t allowed, or driving in no particular lane are rarely enforced by police. As far as a Thai is concerned, those lines painted on the road to mark the lanes are just a suggestion. Again, I don’t mean to portray Thai people as a bunch of lawless heathens on the road. If you lived in a country where they didn’t enforce traffic laws on a consistent basis, you probably wouldn’t obey the rules either. Rule #3: Never be surprised by what you might see on the road Basically, anything one can push, pull or drag onto the road will appear in Thailand. I’ve seen Bentleys, RollsRoyces, Lamborghinis and Ferraris. I’ve seen some of the finest custom Harley Davidson motorcycles on the planet. I’ve seen completely restored 1960s era American cars. I’ve seen
a motorcycle sidecar grilled chicken restaurant in full operation in moving traffic. I’ve seen a family of six, including two infants, packed onto a Honda Wave motorbike … with a poodle in the basket. The poodle was the only creature actually wearing a helmet. In Phuket, my Isuzu D-Max pickup truck was rammed by a water buffalo in the middle of a busy six lane road. When I took the truck to the body shop to have the damage fixed, the boys at the shop had a special buffer they used to get marks from buffalo horns off the paint. Apparently it is a common occurrence. Farm tractors, bulldozers, backhoes, construction cranes and absolutely anything that can be welded to the side of a motorcycle are likely to cross your path. The ubiquitous “tuk-tuks” come in a different version in every region of Thailand. In my opinion … any incarnation of a tuk-tuk is a deathtrap driven by a person with a death wish. Baht Buses, or “Songtaews” are also everywhere in Thailand and come in several shapes and sizes. They all have one thing in common … they are prone to trolling slowly for more passengers and will jam as many people into the back as possible. I’ve seen accidents involving songtaews; it looks like a plane crashed. Rule #4: Drive defensively The best way to survive the highways and byways of Thailand is to keep cool, don’t make sudden moves and get into the “rhythm” of the traffic. This is especially true in Bangkok. As a passenger, Bangkok traffic
seems horrific. But, when you are actually charged with operating the vehicle you come to realise there is a kind of controlled chaos to the whole thing. Drivers are actually relatively courteous to each other. Nobody likes to truly come to a complete stop, so just keep rolling, ever so slowly and don’t get in a hurry. The most dangerous part of driving a car or truck in Thailand is avoiding contact with motorbikes. Most motorbike drivers are in a hurry and are especially oblivious to traffic laws. They will drive up the sidewalk, down the wrong way of a one way street and try their best to get between your car and the curb. Keep your mirrors adjusted low and tight so you can see them come up in your blind spots. The most important thing to remember when driving in Thailand is to eliminate emotion from the driving process. Remember … they don’t see you … they don’t follow the rules … and they may be driving an un-roadworthy or dangerous vehicle overloaded with people. Getting hot under the collar just may involve you in a vehicular multiple homicide. When you are sitting still at a traffic light and observe a family of four on a 125cc motorbike on their way to deliver the children to school, think about that. Think about getting out of their way. Think about taking it easy. None of us should be in that big of a hurry here in Fun City anyway. Get in the rhythm, drive defensively and you’ll get where you are going. If you’re late just blame it on the traffic … that’s what Thais do. |
web marketing • dave proulx
Putting your website to work
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here is an old saying that goes: “Half the money I spend on advertising is wasted. The trouble is I don’t know which half.” Most businesses have websites. But, is your website working for you? Can the ready-to-spend customers that are actively searching for your services, find you? Do you know how much impact your advertising and marketing expenditures are having on your net profits? If the answer is “I don’t know”, to any of these questions, then your website isn’t living up to its potential. More than 90 per cent of Google users don’t go past page one. So, what should you do if your site’s not on page one? These days you have more competitors for the same services. Consequently, you have more things to do on your site before Google chooses you above the competition. Best practices In short, you need professional SEO (Search Engine Optimisation) services. Marketing companies are the best choice to turn to for SEO services, as it’s their business to stay up-to-date on the current Google best practices. These are the guidelines that Google
uses to keep the playing field level. But, what is SEO? Google has to judge all websites and decide what order to place your site in the rankings. In other words, it has to decide whether to place your site above or behind a site listing similar services. How does it do this? Well, Google can only really judge you on two areas. The first is how relevant your site is to the search. This is done by looking at the content of the site and the optimisation (the bit that you and I don’t really see) and for Google to determine how easy it is to work out what you do. The second is how popular your site is in relation to the rest of the internet. This is how many times your site is mentioned, and where it’s mentioned, elsewhere on the internet. When you work with a marketing company that understands the mechanics of SEO, they will address both of these criteria in depth. It takes time for results dependent on your online history and the competition. But, the results can be extremely rewarding. Especially in businesses that rely on a remote client base, like hotels and property developers. Being found by people who are searching for what you do is the best
Dave Proulx can be contacted at dave@proactivemarketing. solutions or phone 081 712 7748.
marketing result in the world, so working with a marketing company that understands your business AND the world of Google is important. The mechanics and techniques of getting Google to work for you are extremely technical and time consuming. Easy to measure But the best part, is that the work and results are easy to measure, which is unlike almost all other forms of marketing. You are perfectly able to track and account for the money you are spending. Working with a company that will keep you informed with “analytics” (Google’s own stats) and keeps you up to date with rankings is vital. It means you can see the results and know how your money is being well spent, and what sort of an ROI you are getting from your new customers from your marketing expenditures. It puts you in control of your advertising and marketing budget, and gives you the tools to make the right decisions and judge whether to invest more in what’s working or less in what isn’t. A well-executed SEO service can be a revelation, as it lets you know exactly what you’re getting, for the money that you’re spending. |
golfers • guide Many local bars organise golf days, often at better prices than casual golfers can negotiate with the course direct. If you plan to play regularly, consider membership of the Pattaya Sports Club as production of its membership card can help secure worthwhile discounts. The one-off registration fee is Bt400 plus Bt500 a year membership thereafter. Most golfers find they can save these sums within just a few rounds. Bangpra International: is one of several five-star courses in the area. This is an 18-hole, par 72 course with plenty of water on the front nine. Clubhouse has been renovated in style – even the toilets are automated! Tel: 038 341 149-50 Burapha Golf Club: is a four-star, 36-hole, par 72 course. The Eastern course suits up-and-coming golfers, while the Western challenges the more experienced. Reserving a tee-off time is advised. Tel: 038 372 700-1 Crystal Bay: Many palms has led to Hawaiian comparisons. Testing par 3s are a feature. Water adds to the look of the course, not just as a hazard. Virtually no rough. Good chance to play to your handicap or better. Tel: 038 349 370-80
Whatever standard you play to you will find a course to suit within an hour’s drive. Here are just some of them.
designed this in conjunction with the late Desmond Muirhead. Many holes test accuracy, not length, of drive. Tel: 038 941 111 Great Lake: is a 36-hole, par 72, Nick Faldo design to the east of Pattaya. The 120 bunkers, water hazards and lovely setting make this a challenging course at moderate prices. Tel: 038 622 630 Greenwood (formerly Noble Place): is well designed 27-hole, par 72 course. A well-kept course with few water hazards allows good scoring for high handicappers. Tel: 081 484 9066, 081 484 9069 Laem Chebang International: in terms of course, facilities and expense this Jack Nicklaus-designed, 27-hole, par 72 course is one of the top ones. Set in spectacular surroundings on mountain, valley and lake nines. Carts are compulsory. Tel: 038 372 273 Pattana Golf and Sports Resort: Three nine-hole course – one of which features a par 6; another starts with an intimidating drive between two stretches of water that catches out many a high handicapper. The course is a par 72 set in more than 1,200 rai. Tel: 038 318 999
Eastern Star: near Bang Chang is an 18-hole, par 72 four-star course designed by Robert Trent Jones Jr. The course with a five-star clubhouse is set in an old coconut plantation and is popular with families due to its pools and sports club adjacent. Tel: 038 630 410-6
Pattavia Century (formerly Century Chonburi): Designed by Nick Faldo, this 18-hole, par 72 course, has recently undergone remodelling on some of the holes. And there is a new clubhouse to enjoy. Tel: 081 304 1545
The Emerald: Close to Bang Chang, Emerald is another course where Nick Faldo has left his mark. He
Pattaya Country Club: located 25 kms outside Pattaya on Route 36 is popular with expat golfers. This 18-
hole course gives value for money. Tel: 038 423 718-9 Phoenix: not far outside of the city this offers a five-star clubhouse and a four-star, 27-hole, par 72 course which is found between Pattaya and Sattahip in a well marked turning off the Sukhumvit. The three nines are called Ocean, Lake and Mountain. Tel: 038 239 391-5, 239 400 Rayong Green Valley: this is a Wolveridge and Thompson course of 18 holes, classed as five-star for both the course and clubhouse (which it shares with St Andrews). Suits all handicaps, but beware the water. Tel: 038 603 000-5 Royal Thai Navy (Plutaluang): reasonable green fees ensure this 36hole, par 72 venue is well used but is rarely too busy. Feature holes include The Lighthouse par 3 surrounded by water. Tel & Fax: 038 246 056-7 Siam Country Club, Old Course: is a three-star, 18-hole course, a fourstar clubhouse and a five star price. Gentle hills with large trees give it the feeling of Western golf courses. Host to the LPGA tournament early each year. Tel: 038 909 700 Siam Country Club, Plantation Course: 27-hole course opened in 2008 and is already regarded as one of the most difficult. Three holes share the same green – a first in Asia. Carts are compulsory. Clubhouse is a delight. Tel: 038 909 600 St Andrews 2000: is considered one of the best in the area. This course is a serious challenge. Carts are compulsory. Boasts two par 6 holes. Tel: 038 030 660-2
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mystery columnist • our man at large
Last month our man at large outlined some of the wishes he still has on his ‘bucket list’. Here he expands on one of the places he would like to visit ...
Lowdown on the Maldives
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ollowing on from last month’s article about my bucket list and places that I have always dreamt of visiting I thought it would be an idea to go into a little bit more detail about on of these places and my reasons for wanting to go there. The Maldives was the first place on my list as this has always struck me as the ideal destination for a beach holiday and, after all, it isn’t that far away from Thailand (relatively speaking when comparing it to a trip home).
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Picture perfect The Maldives enjoys a near perfect year-round climate and I think that many of you will have seen images or videos of the long stretches of sandy beach lined by palm trees and the crystal clear, warm seas making this really a picture perfect place to visit. There is plenty to do here with
activities ranging from water sports, sightseeing and, of course, seeing the wildlife. I think it likely that most people visit the islands with a loved one due to the romantic image they portray. The capital city of Male has a population of around 100,000 and locals are friendly and welcoming. The capital has a wide selection of amenities including a range of shops and restaurants. Hopefully it won’t be needed but the city also has a quality international hospital. Food is not a problem with western food available and, not surprisingly, fresh seafood. For those wanting to know a little bit more about the country itself the Maldives or as it is officially known, the Republic of Maldives is a small island nation located in the Indian Ocean/Arabian Sea. There are 26 atolls, as they are known, making up a double chain
The country is an average of just 1.5 metres above sea level with the lower natural high point ion the world at just 2.4 metres.
which is quite spectacular and is often what we see in travel guides and travel brochures. The atolls cover around 90,000 square kilometres making it one of the most dispersed countries in the world although in terms of population and actual land area it is one of the smallest. Sea levels The country is an average of just 1.5 metres above sea level with the lowest natural high point in the world at just 2.4 metres. Given fears over rising sea levels the country aims to become carbon neutral by 2019. One of the main reasons that the Maldives is relatively Westernised is due to the fact that since the mid-16th century the islands a have been colonised by the likes of Portugal, Holland and Britain. The islands finally gained independence from the British
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Empire in 1965 and in 1968 became a republic in its own right ruled by a president and authoritarian government. Prior to the 12th century the Maldives was a predominantly Buddhist country although this changed to what the country is today, namely an Islamic one. The country is very strict with regard to laws on alcohol although most hotels and resorts do permit sales. It highly recommended that you do not attempt to drink or buy anything outside these places. Another quirk about the Maldives is the fact that it has one of the highest rates of divorce of anywhere in the world. It is believed that this is down to the country being an Islamic nation where a male can simply verbally tell his wife that they are divorced! The Maldives is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful places on the map and it is largely for this reason that I will to go there although it hasn’t always had everything its own way. The tsunami On 26 December 2004 the tsunami that hit many countries in the Indian Ocean wreaked havoc on the Maldives. Six islands were completely wiped out with only nine of the islands escaping any flooding. The
devastation caused around US$400m worth of damage and wiped out 62 per cent of the country’s GDP. The country has only just recovered from this but, unfortunately, some of the islands can never been returned to and some will never be the same. The environmental issues that are faced by the Maldives are all too evident with the country being so low lying. The tsunami highlighted how vulnerable the islands are due to these issues. As mentioned before, the country aims to be carbon neutral by 2019 and as President Mahmood Abdul Gayoom said: “The planet will not be the same in 60 to 70 years’ time if efforts aren’t made to reduce the environmental effect of humans.” One thing that the Maldives is famous for is its marine ecosystems. Maldivian waters are home to several ecosystems, but are most noted for their variety of colourful coral reefs, home to 1,100 species of fish, five species of sea turtles, 21 species of whales and dolphins, 187 species of corals, 400 species of molluscs, and 83 species of echinoderms. Many crustacean species are there as well: 120 copepod, 15 amphipod as well as more than 145 crab and 48 shrimp species. As with many places around the world there is a serious danger than global warming may destroy some of
Another quirk about the Maldives is the fact that it has one of the highest rates of divorce anywhere in the world. It is believed that this is down to the country being an Islamic nation where a male can simply verbally tell his wife that they are divorced!
the natural habitats and indeed two thirds of the country’s coral reefs were destroyed in 1998 by a single El Nino phenomenon which saw sea temperatures rise by around 5 degrees Celsius. In an effort to induce the regrowth of the reefs, scientists placed electrified cones anywhere from 20–60 feet (6.1–18.3 m) below the surface to provide a substrate for larval coral attachment. In 2004, scientists witnessed corals regenerating. Corals returning Corals began to eject pink-orange eggs and sperm. The attempts have appeared to be successful and the natural ecosystems are now returning to what they were. Obviously this is great news for the islands and hopefully they will enjoy a thriving future. I certainly hope that I get the opportunity to witness things for myself one day. As always space is running short and is has been nice to share some of my thoughts on alternative places to visit. Of course Pattaya is now my home and hope that it will remain so for many years to come but it is always nice to see what the rest of the world has to offer. So until next time keep enjoying the Land of Smiles but don’t rule out visiting some other places too! |
party • pieces
All white on the night
All pictures: Chaianan Moontreephakdee
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A week before its official opening the Fflic Cliff & Pool Club on Cosy Beach, Pratumnak, joined with the developers Heights Holdings to hold a party for the birthday of HH staff member Andre Volgmann. The occasion proved the perfect warm-up to test all the functions of the club whose staff had been taken on two months earlier to ensure they were fully trained in advance of the club’s start-up. Many members of the property community and local media were there to help Andre (above, centre) celebrate his 35th birthday. The dress code for the evening was white and many of the partygoers observed this.
health • dr iain corness
Dr Iain Corness (left) is a medical doctor who has worked in the UK, Europe and Australia, before coming to Thailand in 1997 to become a consultant at the Bangkok Hospital Pattaya (email: inquiry@bph.co.th). He has been writing for newspapers and magazines since 1967 and is currently a special correspondent for the Pattaya Mail, technical editor for Asean Autobiz, and contributor to many coffee table magazines in Thailand.
Gold and silver for Thailand in ‘race’ no country wants to win
A scene from the 2002 film Unfaithful starring Olivier Martinez and Diane Lane. In the film Lane is unfaithful to husband Richard Gere with Martinez before Gere kills his wife’s lover.
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hai men grab gold and the ladies silver! No, that wasn’t from the Olympics I’m sad to report, but from a most interesting survey on fidelity carried out by the Durex company in August last year. This was not a review of hifidelity sound reproduction, but more towards stopping reproduction when marital fidelity fails. Durex claims their surveyors interviewed 29,000 people in 36 countries and ranked Thailand men as the most unfaithful in the world, with 54 per cent of them admitting to cheating on their spouses. That’s a ‘gold’ for us. In the women’s event, Nigerian women came across as the most unfaithful in the world with 62 per cent straying from the marital bed, followed by Thailand at 59 per cent. That’s a ‘silver’ for the local ladies!
Durex claims their surveyors interviewed 29,000 people in 36 countries and ranked Thailand men as the most unfaithful in the world.
Only a four per cent improvement needed to give us ‘gold’ in both ‘events’ next year. So, should we bring back uni-sex chastity belts? Or should we actually design new styles and sell in ASEAN, another great business opportunity, as the other ASEAN countries also featured in the results? (Roll on the ASEAN Economic Community.) But, should we give this survey any credence? Sample size Let’s begin with the sample size. 29,000 people in 36 countries works out at a few sweaty encounters more than 800 per country. Now if we look at the statistics here, the population of Thailand is estimated to be 65,000,000 (give or take the odd male or two legging it from a road accident or a pregnant girlfriend).
The adult age group of 18 to 49 accounts for 69 per cent of the total population, amounting to around 44,000,000, of which males and females are roughly 50 per cent each, so that’s 22,000,000 each gender (I have left out the ladyboys, as that gets too hard). Sorry about all the zeroes but when you then look at Mr Durex’s 800 interviews of 22 million adult Thai females, that is equivalent to 0.003636 per cent. Hardly what you would call an “in depth” examination. Nigeria’s statistical facts are even more ludicrous. The female population is 75 million, of which 52 million are adult women. Mr Durex with his 800 interviews then spoke to 0.001538 per cent of the Nigerian ladies. No, there are still lies, damned lies, and statistics!
motor sport • dr iain corness
Could Thailand produce another Valentino Rossi?
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ust as current Formula 1 drivers go through a well documented ladder to climb from go-karts through to the top echelon (for example just look at the current hot property Lewis Hamilton who started racing at age eight) then you will find the twowheeled heroes do the same. Valentino Rossi actually began in kart racing aged five, because his mother thought it less dangerous having him on four wheels rather than two (incidentally, she is correct), but, despite that, by the time he was 10 he was on two wheels racing Minimoto.
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Not alone Rossi is not alone in starting young. Mick Doohan, the Australian five times champion started racing motorcycles when he was nine years old. John Surtees, the only man to win the world championship on both two
wheels and four was another early starter. If you want to end at the top you do have to start at the bottom, but the earlier the better. I attended a motorcycle racing meeting at the Bira International Circuit in Thailand, promoted by Grand Prix International (GPI), and I was immediately taken by the different classes racing that weekend. Everything from small step-throughs to 1000cc big bikes. The riders also covered everyone from ultracompetitive eight year olds to semiretired Americans racing 600s for fun. Compared to four wheel motorsport, the two wheel novices get it easier financially on the way to the top. By the way, I am not saying that top level Moto-GP is cheap, but is small change compared to the route to the top of F1. In the Moto-GP 250cc class, the cost of running a 250cc team is still
All early starters in motor sport – (top left) Valentino Rossi with Mick Doohan alongside; Lewis Hamilton (below left) is seen next to John Surtees who is the only man to win the world championship one both two wheels and four.
huge: something like US$1.6m to lease an Aprillia 250cc bike for the season and at the end of the season you have to hand it back. One rung away However, the 250cc class is one rung from the top, while with four wheels you are looking at around US$4m to be one rung from F1! Another thought to ponder, is the fact that in two wheeled racing, you can buy performance, but you cannot buy results. You could put me on Valentino Rossi’s Yamaha and I would come stone motherless last. And so would you! However, I am confident that I could still run a Formula 2 race car and still be mid-field, even at my age. Motorcycles are great levelers. And incidentally, the top boys on two wheels are putting on a much better spectacle than the F1 circus.
advertorial • green field villas
Secrets behind success of Green Field Villas 1-5
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reen Field Development Co Ltd, run by Paul and Jan Barrett and their long-established team, is one of the oldest and most successful developers on the Eastern Seaboard, constructing high quality houses to exacting European standards in East Pattaya. Paul and Jan were involved in several different construction projects in around the city before deciding in 2004 to go it alone with the aptly named Green Field Villas 1 village, their first venture in Nongprue. Initially, Paul had fears about the location of the 57-house development, but his optimism won the day as he followed other, more positive, instincts and the Green Field success story began. Non-claustrophobic The company has stuck to its principles when designing projects. All its houses are built on large land plots providing open, non-claustrophobic, village environments. In fact, many
residents choose to live in their Green Field homes for many years with some even saying they couldn’t imagine living anywhere else. All Green Field houses are built to the highest European standards and offer superb value for money in the medium-price housing market range. The fact that most of those re-sold have actually appreciated in value – a notoriously difficult achievement in Thailand – is testament to their excellent quality and high demand among potential purchasers with many agents clamouring to get the first listings for real estate sales. Paul takes great pride in his work and attributes superb security in all Green Field villages and excellent maintenance by the respective village committees to after-sales service which, he says, is second to none. Paul believes his thorough knowledge of the industry gives him an advantage over many of his competitors. He is a constant presence at the newest village under construction and his hands-on approach ensures that
l All pictures on these three pages are from the actual show houses on GFV5 project. If you would like to know more about this or any of the other four company developments please contact the sales office on 038 732 280-1, or email greenfield@ greenfieldvillas. com
the high standards he has set are maintained. In fact, so confident is he in the quality of his work that he is happy to take would-be purchasers to the company’s earlier projects, enabling them to speak to long-term residents and get an insight into what they can expect when they buy a Green Field home. Hugely respected On the social scene, Paul, Jan and the team may be less well known than some of their counterparts, but they are held in high regard by those in the business. This hugely respected group of people prefers to let the quality of its houses do the talking for them. All Green Field projects are sold quickly after launch with empty plots virtually unheard of. The total absence of long periods waiting for houses to be completed has been a key factor in the success of previous projects. Green Field Villas 2, located between Soi Khao Noi and Soi
The largest GFV By far the largest Green Field village, it comprises 92 properties from townhouses to three-bedroom bungalows and proved to be one of the fastest selling projects of its size in the region. Nothing was compromised in terms of quality, although the properties occupy
slightly smaller plots and were pitched at a lower price to reflect the demand in the area at the time. It was another shrewd move by this vastly experienced team. The most recently completed project is Green Field Villas 4, also in Nongprue, close to the temple at the end of Soi Nernplabwan. The project is the last word in luxury and, because it was pitched at affordable prices offering great value for money, all properties in the village sold quickly. All with pools Everything about Green Field Villas 4 screams quality, from the underground fibre optic internet cables to the fantastic, modern finishes to all properties. Houses range from three-bedroom bungalows to luxurious two-storey, four-bedroom, family homes, all of which are built on large plots with private swimming pools. And as you would expect from Green Field, the village is maintained to the highest standards with
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Nernplabwan, is just one resounding success story. Typically of Green Field, the project has plenty of greenery, open spaces and a fantastic, well maintained communal area reflecting the true family feel that you get on all Green Field villages. The project was long regarded as probably the best village in the area, both in terms of location and build quality, although this accolade has now perhaps fallen to the newer Green Field Villas 4. Green Field Villas 3 on the Soi Siam Country Club Road offers a slight shift in design in line with the changing customer demands during the construction period.
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residents’ security paramount. All four completed projects are excellently located for local amenities and access to central Pattaya. Project 5, currently under construction, is another example of the team selecting prime land that had been overlooked by competitors who feared it was too far out of town. However, the development is just 15 minutes by road from Central Pattaya with easy access to motorways to Bangkok and Rayong. Country feel International Schools are just minutes away, yet the quiet development has a country feel about it, despite its convenient location. The final design of the village is flexible and yet to be finalised, but construction is well under way with some homes already completed. Initially, the village was going to be exclusively houses of luxury two-storeys and fourbedrooms, but the team is currently reassessing this for a section of the village following overwhelming
demand for some of the previous designs. Whatever the final design and configuration, the village will be of the same high standard that you would expect from a Green Field project. The villages have continuously evolved to take advantage of modern building methods, leading edge materials and, of course, the latest technologies. You would be hard pressed to find another village in Pattaya – or anywhere else in Thailand for that matter – that offers the same state-ofthe-art facilities and finishing touches that are standard on Green Field Villas 5. As someone once said: “You should remember the little things, because one day they may become big things.” It really is some of the finer touches that make this project stand out from the pack. As to the future, many thought Project 5 would be Green Field’s last, but Paul is as ambitious as ever. The entire team is constantly looking for new opportunities to drive the business forward. With few changes
You should remember the little things, because one day they may become big things.
of personnel since day one, the team is extremely experienced bringing individual knowledge and skills to each project. Paul and Jan have taken care to pass on their expertise so that the business can continue to run smoothly and efficiently for years to come, with or without them. The long-term objective is for family members to take over the day-to-day running of the business along with long established employees. Selling fast Project 5 is already selling fast and with a strong, well-grounded business, the future for Green Field Development Co Ltd looks as bright as ever. This should reassure prospective buyers that Green Field quality will be around for a long time and give other developers something to aspire to on their own developments. After an extremely successful first 10 years, this is just the beginning for Green Field with many more years surely still to come. |
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bars • restaurants
Bars Bamboo Bar: live music nightly in this busy bar and streetside lounge. Close to Walking Street entrance. Tel: 038 232 315, Fax: 038 232 315, email: bamboopattaya@hotmail.com Booze Lounge: situated on the Dark Side in Soi Khao Talo this airconditioned bar combines low prices with good music. Tel: 087 747 8555, email: info@loungebarpattaya.com Caddy Shack: as the name suggests, it’s a haven for golfers. Airconditioned with outdoor terrace and swimming pool and rooms to rent upstairs. 388/385 M10, Soi 17. Tel: 038 300 683, Fax: 038 300 682, email: enquiries@caddyshack-pattaya.com Green Bottle: cosy, well-run pub with a good reputation and central location. 216/3 M10, 2nd Road. Tel: 038 429 870, email: dianagrp@ loxinfo.co.th Jameson’s: Irish pub with strong food offering. Popular with locals and tourists alike. Good place to unwind. 80/164 Moo 9, Soi Sukrudee (Soi AR) right next to Nova Park. Tel: 038 361 873-4 Fax: 038 361 873, email: info@ jamesons-pattaya.com Metro: an air-conditioned sports bar boasting free pool tables and numerous screens on which to watch top sports events. Soi LK Metro, 33/8536, Moo 10 close to Soi Buakhow. Tel: 038 425 874, email: info@metroapartments-pattaya.com Punch & Judy: this is a London-style pub with good food and competitive prices. Frequent promotions. Almost opposite the Caddy Shack in Soi 17. Tel: 038 413255
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Shamrock: fun and lively Britishrun ‘family’ bar, an oasis of sanity among the bars of Pattayaland, South Pattaya. Tel: 038 425 417 email: pattayashamrock@yahoo.com Witherspoons: A typical Britishstyle pub with inexpensive meals available while you watch the football on one of its numerous screens. Rooms also available. Soi Buakhow near Soi Diana Inn. Tel: 038 721 121
Need to be fed and watered? You’ll find a warm welcome at any of the following ...
Restaurants Ali Baba: Good quality Indian restaurant with a fine selection of authentic dishes. 1/13-14, Pattaya Central Road close to the beach. Tel: 038 361 620
Mata Hari: close to the Thappraya Road turn-off towards Pratumnak. Specialises in fine European and Thai cuisine at prices less than you might expect. Tel: 038 259 799, email: info@ mataharirestaurant.com
Alt Heidelberg: German sausages and imported sauerkraut dominate the menu, good location. 273 M10, Pattaya Beach Road, South Pattaya. Tel: 038 421 258
PIC Kitchen: classy Thai food in a traditional atmosphere. Soi 5, Pattaya 2 Road. Tel: 038 428 374, 428 387, Fax: 038 422 773, email: picpih@ loxinfo.co.th
Blue Olive: Slightly tucked away off Thepprasit Soi 8 this restaurant it worth digging a little to find. Mediterranean food is the speciality. Chef also produces Mexican food. Tel: 038 416 285, email: blueolivepattay@hotmail.com
Pig and Whistle: British pub grub in ample portions served by well-trained staff. 217/34 Moo 10, Pattaya City. Tel: 038 361 315, Fax: 038 361 272, email: info@pigandwhistlepattaya.com
Bruno’s: Renowned for serving classy reasonably expensive French cuisine, more than 150 wines available. A place to impress. 306/63 Chateau Dale Plaza, Thappraya Road, Pattaya. Tel: 038 364 600-1, Mobile: 081 861 5612, Fax: 038 364 602, email: reservations@brunospattaya.com Cherrys: You get a lot for your money here. European and Thai food. Be careful not to fill up on the salad bar which is free when ordering a main course. Their buffet nights get crowded. In Third Road opposite the former X-Zyte Disco. Tel: 086 3145819 Ciao: Decent pizza and pasta in this established Italian restaurant in Pattaya Klang Road. 038 710 614 Hard Rock Café: International restaurant cum bar with large cocktail menu and mainly American influenced cuisine. DJs spin discs and house band performs cover versions. 429 Moo 9, Pattaya Beach Road. Tel: 038 428 755, Fax: 038 421 673. Open: Mon-Sun 11.00 to 02.00 JJ Pizza Bar: authentic pizza cooked in wood fire ovens, reasonably priced. 325/85 M10, Soi Pattaya-land 2, Pattaya Beach Road. 038 424 128 Lobster Pot: huge restaurant serving all seafood, specialising in lobster and tiger prawns. Walking Street opposite Pattaya Soi 14, South Pattaya. Tel: 038 426 083
Queen Victoria Inn: traditional English pub with excellent menu and a good selection of imported beers on tap. 437/137-8 Soi Yodsak (Soi 6), Pattaya. 038 425 418, 362 523, Mobile: 086 060 6210, Fax: 038 424 941, email: mail@ queenvicpattaya.com Rice Mill: Cantonese restaurant offers dim sun and all-you-can-eat buffet on weekends. Royal Garden Plaza, 218 Beach Road, Pattaya. Tel: 038 421 120 Royal Cliff Beach Hotel: huge complex containing 10 restaurants, including the delicious Maharani Indian restaurant. 353 Pratumnak Road. Tel: 038 250 421, Fax: 038 250 511, 250 513, email: info@royalcliff.com Shenanigans: bar and restaurant serving traditional Irish pub-style fayre and drinks with daily food specials. In Jomtien Complex which also has daily promotions such as “Toss the Boss”. If he loses the drinks are on him. Tel: 038 303 490. The Sportsman: traditional pub fayre with Thai food. Top Sunday carvery, extensive wine list and many imported beers. Soi 13, Beach Road. Tel: 038 710 609 Sugar Hut Restaurant: in hotel of the same name, expensive, but worth it. Thai cuisine. 391/18 Moo 10, Thappraya Road. Tel: 038 364 186,251 686, Fax: 038 251 689, email: sugar-hut@cnet.net.th, open: 07.00-24.00
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hen The Orient Resort & Jomtien Spa project just off Soi Wat Boonkanjanaram was announced a few months back it created something of a stir in the local property market because it saw the joining together of two of the most prominent names on the Pattaya scene – Matrix Developments and Nova Group. Up until the announcement the companies had been friendly rivals but all the while the two company heads ... Miki Haim of Matrix and Rony Fineman at Nova had been developing a personal friendship. “Rony has always been willing to help and give me advice since I came to Pattaya,” said Miki. “So I am really pleased that finally we are doing something together.” Rony Fineman said:
“I’m confident that the relevant skills each company brings to The Orient will make it a big success. I’m looking forward to our collaboration.” Matrix are responsible for the marketing of the project but Nova’s sales team turned out in force to support them at the big opening. Nova will take responsibility for the construction element of project which is scheduled to start next year. The Orient will comprise three low-rise buildings on a 7,972 sqm plot. The development features 526 individual units, including 25sqm studios, 35 sqm for one bedroom and 70 sqm for two bedroom units. The larger units are featured in the showroom where they even have a small cinema to show potential buyers what The Orient has in store for them.
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sightseeing • attractions Bira International Circuit: is the only internationally certified racetrack in Thailand. Its extensive facilities include a full-service karting track, an off-road test track, and the FIA certified 2.41km racetrack. It can be found about 15 km away on the Pattaya-Rayong Road (Highway 36). Tel: 022 803 547/025 221 731/8 Flight of the Gibbon: this attraction is ranked highly on the Trip Advisor website list of things to do. Cheap it isn’t but most of the reviews rate the experience and commend the safety measures employed. It can be found close to Khao Kheow Zoo. Tel: 0899 70 55 11 or visit website www. treetopasia.com Khao Chi Chan: etched and filled with gold leaf, this Buddha is more than 100 metres high and is thought to be the largest such image in the world. Next to Silver Lakes Vineyard which is also worth a visit. Khao Kheow Open Zoo: 35 km north of Pattaya. A huge zoo with many animals that are on the endangered species list including six rare white tigers exchanged by the Memphis Zoo in the USA. Open daily 08:00-18:00. Tel: 038 298 188. Koh Larn: is reached by ferry from Bali Hai pier or by speedboat. It has several beaches boasting white sand and clear blue water. The many activities include para sailing, snorkeling, jet ski, banana boat, swimming in tropical waters, and there is even a shooting range there. Koh Larn is also suited for bicycling and hiking. www.kohlarn.com
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Crocodile Farm: lies a 15 minute drive from central Pattaya. It features an exotic zoo, and crocodile, fireswallowing and magic shows, as well as the garden and stone park. Open 8.00-18:30. Tel: 03824 9347-9 or www. thaistonepark.org for information. Mini Siam: is on Sukhumvit Road, surrounded by Soi 33. This model village celebrates the heritage of Thailand with miniature replicas of the most famous monuments and historical sites. Replicas of Tower Bridge, Eiffel Tower, the Statue of Liberty and Trevi Fountain are also displayed. There is a small go-kart track. Open daily from 7.00-22.00. Tel: 038 421 628 for information. Nong Nooch Tropical Garden: 163 Sukhumvit Road (15 minutes east of city towards Bang Saray). Beautiful gardens with waterfalls, “Cultural Extravaganza” performances four times a day. Tourists experience religious ceremonies, martial arts demonstrations, massages and elephant shows. Tel: 03842 9321. Pattaya Dolphin World and Resort: a comparative newcomer to the scene and parts of it were yet to be completed at the beginning of 2013. Recommended for families with young children but don’t expect USA-style shows. Tel: 038 051 790/6. Pattaya Elephant Village: 7km from Central Pattaya on Phonpraphanimit Road. Shows daily at 14.30 and last an hour. A one-hour elephant ride is available from 8.00-17.30 and rafting, trekking (three hours including a meal) is available at 9.00, 10.30, 12.30 and 16.30. Tel: 038 249 818.
Here we list just a few of the things tourists and expats can do to make their time here more enjoyable ...
Pattaya Park and Tower: at Pratumnak features a large whirlpool with giant sliders and a tower with a revolving restaurant. Visitors can also enjoy several games and rides on the tower and in its playground. Open daily from 10.00-19.00 (20.00 on Saturday). Tel: 03836 4110-20 or 02579 9612-4 or www.pattayapark. com for more information. Ripley’s Believe It Or Not Museum: on the third floor of Royal Garden Plaza. Access from both Second Road and Beach Road. Open daily 11.0023.00. Tel: 03871 0294/8. Sanctuary of Truth: this wooden giant can be found in North Pattaya. The entrance is at Soi 12, Naklua Road. Every inch of the building is covered with wooden carvings to reflect Ancient Vision of Earth, Ancient Knowledge, and Eastern Philosophy. It is open daily from 9.00-18.00 Admission is 500 baht. 038 225 407/038 367 229 www. sanctuaryoftruth.com Sriracha Tiger Zoo: a zoo with various shows at 341 Moo 3, Nongkham, Sri Racha (30 minutes away). It claims a population of 200 tigers and around 10,000 crocodiles, the largest of such in the world. Tel: 03829 6556. Underwater World: on Sukhumvit Road 200 metres south of Tesco Lotus at Pattaya South has a collection of marine species from the Gulf of Thailand. Walk through the 100-metre long pedestrian tunnel and witness more than 200 species of fish swimming by. Open daily from 9.00-18.00 (last tickets 17.30). Tel: 038 756 879.
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Your at-a-glance guide to some of the major players in the Pattaya property market. We do not claim this is a comprehensive list of all the brokers and developers who can provide a service but we hope readers will find it helpful.
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agents agents •• directory directory
ACI Enterprise Co Ltd (incorporating ACI Ocean Properties) 672/20 M5 Soi 18, Naklua Road next to Northpoint, Wong-Amat T: +66 (0)38 41 6060 F: +66 (0)38 41 6061 M: +66 (0)81 762 2627 E: info@aci-enterprise.com W: aci-enterprise.com and pattayaoceanproperties.com Principal: Markus Probst Memberships: CRS, REBA (Thailand), REBA-ES, RETS (Thailand), NAR, CIPS Alan Bolton Property Consultants Unit C102, 399/9 M10 The Avenue Shopping Mall Second Road near Villa Market T: +66 (0)38 416 728-9 F: +66 (0)38 416 730 M: +66 (0)81 996 2489 E: info@pattaya-property.net W: pattaya-property.net Principal: Alan Bolton Memberships: REBA (Thailand), REBA-ES, RETS (Thailand), TREBS All Siam Properties M: +66 (0)87 068 5159 E: info@allsiamproperties.com W: allsiamproperties.com Membership: TREA Anaakot Group Property Consultants 138/1 Moo 12, Soi Chaiyapruk, Jomtien T: +66 (0)38 231544 M: +66 (0)8780 33329 E: info@anaakot-group.com W: Anaakot-Group.com Principal: Jason Young Arise Asia 415 Pratumnak Hill Soi 6 T: +66 (0)38 075 610 M: +66 (0)85 228 8911 (Thanya) E: info@ariseasia.com W: ariseasia.com Principal: Thanyamai Totharong (Thanya) Memberships: CRS, REBA (Thailand), REBA-ES, RETS (Thailand), NAR, CIPS
glossaRY The following are among the trade organisation memberships or qualifications held by some of the agents. Note that, in some instances, the qualification is with the individual employee – not the company overall. AIPP: Acronym stands for The Association of International Property Professionals which is a not-for-profit organisation whose aim is to improve the standards of professionalism in the international property market, helping both the industry and the public. Members have voluntarily signed up to follow the AIPP Code of Conduct. CIPS: Certified International Property Specialist – this is a members-only group which is for international practitioners of the National Association of REALTORS®. CRS: Certified Residential Specialist (CRS) is the top professional designation awarded to REALTORS® in residential sales. Held by fewer than five per cent of all REALTORS®. NAR: National Association of Realtors is North America’s largest trade association representing more than 1.2 million members. Members can call themselves REALTORS®. NAR also functions as a self-regulatory organisation for real estate brokerage. TREBA (Thailand): This is the nationwide Thailand Real Estate Broker Association with affiliation to the international Council of Residential Specialists. REBA-ES: The Real Estate Broker Association for the Eastern Seaboard.
RETS (Thailand): Real Estate Training School (Thailand) – brokers seeking membership of REBA must have staff attend and pass their test.
Benchmark Asia Property Co Ltd Soi Post Office T: +66 (0)38 304 133 M: +66 (0)81 792 9486 E: info@benchmarkthailand.com W: benchmarkthailand.com Principal: Gareth De Silva Memberships: CRS, REBA (Thailand), REBA-ES, RETS (Thailand), NAR, CIPS Century 21 – B2 Real Estate 315/2 (Soi Lengkee 1) Moo 9, Nongprue, Banglamung, Chonburi 20150 T: +66 (0)38 421 652 M: +66 (0)83 603 7989 E: century21@b2realestate.com W: century21-b2.com Century 21 – Seven Stars 157/523 Pattaya-Naklua Road next to Lumpini Ville Condo project T: +66 (0)38 410 510 E: info@travelnfp.com W: travelnfp.com Principal: Suradej Sroyrungrueng
Coastal Real Estate 216/62 M10, Soi 13 (Soi Diana next to Mega-Break) T: +66 (0)38 421 580, +66 (0)38 412 169 M: +66 (0)81 269 0742 E: info@coastalrealestatepattaya.com W: coastalrealestatepattaya.com Principal: Kevin Mattson
Colliers International Thailand Welcome Town, 47/84 Moo 9, Central Pattaya Road, Nongprue, Banglamung, Chonburi 20150 T: +66 (0)38 427 771 F: +66 (0)38 427 772 M: +66 (0)85 2828 120 E: info.pattaya@colliers.com or mark.bowling@colliers.com W: colliers.co.th Principal: Mark Bowling Memberships: RICS
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AAAA Properties Jomtien Plaza Condotel 406/37 M12 Jomtien Beach Road T: +66 (0)38 756 370 F: +66 (0)38 757 015 M: +66 (0)86 144 1312 E: info@aaaaproperties.com W: aaaaproperties.com Principal: Louis J Van den Bergh
xxxxxxxx• •directory agents xxwriterxxxxx Compass Real Estate Co Ltd 131/56 Moo 9, Sukhumvit Road, South Pattaya, Chonburi 20150 T: +66 (0)800 958 854 M: +66 (0)901 360 747/+66 (0)80 767 1868 E: office@compasspattaya.com W: compasspattaya.com Principal: Rob Rowcett East Coast Real Estate Co Ltd Office 1: 414/19 M12 Jomtien Complex T: +66 (0)38 267 030-1 F: +66 (0)38 267 029 M: +66 (0)81 862 8034 Office 2: 485/4 M10 Second Road T: +66 (0)38 723 615-6 E: eastcoast@thaiproperty.com W: thaiproperty.com or thaiproperty.net Principal: David Gray
Farang Property Services 223/32 M9, Third Road T: +66 (0)38 052 495 F: +66 (0)38 052 496 M: +66 (0)89 938 7433 E: info@farang-services.com W: farang-services.com Principal: Manfred Ehrenheim Advertisements: Pages 4 and 5
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Five Star Villas & Condos 315/5 Moo 9, Soi Leng Kee, Pattaya Third Road M: +66 (0)81 938 8391 Robert or (0)809 16667 Mesiya E: sales@fivestarvillasandcondos.com W: fivestarvillasandcondos.com Principals: Robert and Mesiya (May) Watson Memberships: CRS, REBA (Thailand), CIPS, REBA-ES, RETS (Thailand), NAR, TREBS Gecko Properties 420/146 Soi Buakhow Moo 9 (street with Asia Backpackers on corner) T: +66 (0)38 412 150 M: +66 (0)846 564 846 E: info@gecko-properties.com W: gecko-properties.com Principal: Steve Scholey
glossaRY RICS: Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors – an independent body which regulates the conduct of property professionals and surveyors in the UK and other sovereign nations. RICS provides education and training standards, protects consumers with strict codes of practice and advises governments and business. TREA: The Thai Real Estate Association aims to be the hub of the real estate profession here by encouraging entrepreneurs to operate to standards of quality and ethics; to create the maximum benefits for developers, government and consumers altogether. TREBS: The Thailand Real Estate Broker School provides training for real estate professionals. The course includes real estaterelated laws, broker law, broker ethics, listing and sales techniques, reconciliation techniques, property evaluation, property transfer procedure and tax calculation.
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Global Property Pattaya Co Ltd 565/56 Moo 10, near Big C South Pattaya T: +66 (0)38 426 231 F: +66 (0)38 426 232 M: +66 (0)81 838 1390 E: info@globalpropertythailand.com W: globalpropertythailand.com or global-property-pattaya.com Principal: Rainer Heinzmann Memberships: REBA-ES, CIPS Golden Homes Real Estate Co Ltd 33/39 M9 Soi Diana Inn T: +66 (0)38 720 892-3 M: +66 (0)86 826 8821 E: info@goldenhomespattaya.com or Ploy1@csloxinfo.com W: goldenhomespattaya.com Principal: Yupaporn Sangpagdee (Ploy)
Homes Direct Asia 99/34 Soi Khao Noi T: +66 (0)38 068 956 F: +66 (0)38 068 957 M: +66 (0)811 429 0111 or 0890 160 077 E: info@homesdirect.asia W: homesdirect.asia Principal: Matt O’Sullivan Jomtien Property 315/185-6 Thappraya Road near entrance to View Talay 2 T: +66 (0)38 303 243 M: +66 (0)86 108 6575 E: info@properties-in-thailand.com W: properties-in-thailand.com Principal: Stu Sutton
JLL (formerly Jones Lang LaSalle) The Village Shopping Centre, Sukhumvit-Pattaya Road Services: Property sales and leasing; property management; consultancy; project management; and valuation T: +66 (0)38 074 663-5 E: info.thailand@ap.jll.com W: joneslanglasalle.co.th W: jllresidential.in.th Principal: Adam Bell Jump Real Estate 315/154 Thappraya Road T: +66 (0)38 251 859 M: +66 (0)879 015 229 E: garry@jump-realestate-pattaya.com W: jump-realestate-pattaya.com Principal: Garry Angerstein Knight Frank The Village Shopping Centre where the Sukhumvit meets Soi Chaiyapruk M: +66 (0)81 550 4099 E: anchalee.kasemsukthawat@ th.knightfrank.com W: knightfrank.co.th North Shore Property Co Ltd 315/414 M12 Thappraya Road T: +66 (0)38 303 825-6 M: +66 (0)87 833 5066 or (0)86 323 4607 E: info@ns-property.com W: ns-property.com Principal: Mesa Wongsida
agents • directory Siam Properties
Contact 313/27 M10 Pattaya Tai
Eng: 089 833 6175 +66465 (0)38 415 490 Thai: T: 090 4563
www.pattayarealty.com F: +66 (0)38 414 693
M: +66 (0)81 861 1907 (Heiner) or Pattaya Realty (0)81 821 7045 (Porn) 420/185 Moo 9 Soi Buakhow 15 Russian: +66 (0)89 245 2890 (Vera) T: +66 (0)38 412 301-2 E: info@siamproperties.net or M: +66 (0)89 833 6175 or (0)90 465 4563 rus@siamproperties.net One Stop Real Estate E: info@pattayarealty.com W: siamproperties.net 219/14 M9, Soi Yamato W: pattayarealty.com Sale ß18,000,000 HS9736 HS6871 HS8611 Sale ß24,950,000 Sale ß9,000,000 Siam Royal View House 4 beds (private pool) Mabprachan Villa) House 4 beds Principals: Heiner and Porn Moessing T: +66 (0)38 710 699 orHouse (0)384 beds 710 725 (Jomtien ParkPrincipal: Stuart Daly Memberships: CRS, REBA (Thailand), M: +66 (0)819 454 845 Memberships: CIPS, REBA (Thailand), REBA-ES, RETS (Thailand), NAR, CIPS E: onestop@realesthai.com REBA-ES, RETS (Thailand), NAR W: real-estate-thailand.com Advertisements: Pages 14 and 15 Talay Real Estate Co Ltd Principal: Mark Welch 240/18 M5, Naklua not far from Memberships: CRS, REBA (Thailand), Powerhouse Properties Co Ltd ß 35,000/month CR10009 Rent ß 30,000/month Rent ß60,000/month Rent CR7760 on Second Road Dolphin Roundabout REBA-ES, RETS (Thailand), NAR, CIPS View Talay Residence 4 CR5893 Pratumnak Central Pattaya Condo 1 bed Condo 2 beds Condo 3 beds 3 baths Central Pattaya T: +66 (0)38 362 352 489/2 Jomtien Soi 5, Pattaya, 20150 F: +66 (0)38 362 351 Pattaya Bay Real Estate T: +66 (0)38 059 635 M: +66 (0)87 608 1116 or (0)8 0091 5353 338/24 Moo 12 Pratumnak Road M: +66 (0)81 945 8002, +66(0)90 398 E: info@talayrealestate.com T: + 66 (0)38 250 944 6643 W: talayrealestate.com M: + 66 (0)811 580 065 (English) E: info@powerhousepropertiesltd.com Principals: Namthip Khanjanavisittaphol + 66 (0)861 566 346 (Thai) W: powerhousepropertiesltd.com HS9957 Sale ß6,500,000 Sale ß22,000,000 Sale ß78,000,000 HS9060 CS8856 (Sandy) T Okuno E: info@pattayabayrealestate.com Principal: J. Bernard Pratumnak House 3 beds (private pool) East Pattaya Naklua House 5 beds (privateand pool) Ted Condo 2 beds (sea view) W: pattayabayrealestate.com Memberships: REBA-ES, REBA Thailand-Property-Gate Principal: Mal Patterson (Thailand), RETS (Thailand), CIPS, NAR, (We Can Do It Co Ltd) CRS, RESMA 50/2 Moo 6, Huay Yai Pattaya Jomtien Property M: +66 (0)81 835 9923 75/49 Soi 5 Immigration, Beach Road, Premier Homes Real Estate Co Ltd W: thailand-property-gate.com Jomtien (75m from Immigration Office) 240/21 Jomtien Beach Road 120,000/month CR7116 CR10007 Rent ß Rent ß50,000/month Rent ß50,000/month CR10010 House 4 beds (private pool) Mabprachun Condo231 1 bed (sea view) Wong Amat Principal: Stefan Matter T: +66 (0)90 132 1891 House 3 beds (private pool) East Pattaya T: +66 (0)38 931 M: +66 (0)85 129 5657 (Thai); M: +66 (0)81 634 2915 Thailiving or +66 (0)85 056 9880 (English) E: premier@loxinfo.co.th 306/90-91 M12 Thappraya Road E: sales@pattaya-jomtien-property.com W: premierinternational.com T: +66 (0)38 364 514 W: pattaya-jomtien-property.com Principals: Clayton and Supap Wade M: +66 (0)81 862 7405 Principals: Kevin and Chanram Hurst Memberships: CIPS, RETS (Thailand), NAR E: info@thailiving.net W: thailiving.net Pattaya Paradise City Property Rightmove Pattaya GPS:Location 12.928045,100.883015 Principal: Supaporn Persson (Sara) 99/684-685, Moo 5, Chok Chai Village 8, 369/1 M9, Units 8&9 PS Bowl, 2nd Road nd Our of�ice address 420/185T:Moo.9 Pattaya Soi Watboonsampan +66 (0)38 361 2212Road 15, Nongprue, Banglamung, Chonburi 20150 info@pattayarealty.com T: +66 (0)38 376 145Tel: 038 412301/038 412302M:Email: +66 (0)89 253 5607 Fax: +66 (0) 38 376 147 E: info@rightmovepattaya.com M: +66 (0)81 761 3238 W: rightmovepattaya.com E: pattaya@paradisecityproperty.com Principal: Craig Turner Town & Country Property W: pattaya-property.biz Memberships: REBA (Thailand), 63/10-11 Pattaya Tai Principal: Gavin Perfect REBA-ES, RETS (Thailand), CIPS T: +66 (0)38 374 136 F: +66 (0)38 374 137 Pattaya Prestige Properties Seaboard Properties Co Ltd Russian: +66 (0)84 873 7425 2/28 Ground Floor, View Talay 7 316/23 Thappraya Road near Food E: info@towncountryproperty.com F: +66 (0)38 059 632 Mart, Jomtien W: towncountryproperty.com M: +66 (0)870 217 014 T: +66 (0)38 252 456 Principal: Cees Cuijpers E: info@pattayaprestigeproperties.com F: +66 (0)38 252 457 Memberships: CRS, REBA-ES, NAR, CIPS W: pattayaprestigeproperties.com M: +66 (0)86 129 8281 Advertisements: Pages 8 and 9 Principal: Jan Nuyten E: info@seaboard-properties.com W: seaboard-properties.com Principal: Eddie Buehler
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NT Realty Asia 215/15-18 Second Road T: +66 (0)38 426 242 or (0)38 425 836 E: info@nt-realty.com W: realestatethailand.com Principal: Richard Arthur Memberships: RETS (Thailand), NAR, CIPS
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agents • •directory xxxxxxxx developers xxwriterxxxxx • directory Anaakot Group Development 138/1 Moo 12, Soi Chaiyapruk, Jomtien Project: Sixtythree@12 T: +66 (0)38 231544 M: +66 (0)8780 33329 E: info@anaakot-group.com W: Anaakot-Group.com Contact: Jason Young Blue Sky Developments Co Ltd 933 Ruamtanuthai Building, 11th floor, Mahachai Road, Wangburapapirom, Phranakorn, Bangkok T: +66(0)81 8180874 E: pornthepchawla@gmail.com W: blueskydevelopments.co.th Principal: Pornthep Chawla (Dev) Boutique Corporation 170/67 21st floor, Ocean Tower 1, Soi Sukhumvit 16, Ratchadaphisek Road, Klongtoey, Bangkok 10110 T: +66 (0)86 378 7777 E: pattama@boutiquecorporation.com W: boutiquecorporation.com Principal: Pattama Piyamaneeporn Bravo Thai Lifestyle Co Ltd Projects: The Vineyard I, II & III and Amaya Hill near Lake Mabprachan M: +66 (0)89 8677 969 E: terry@siamdevelopments.com W: siamdevelopments.com Principal contact: Terrence Allen Collins
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CSP Projects Chaiyapruk 2 over rail track on left opposite The Ville Projects: Coconut Grove, Coco Palms and Palm Grove T: +66 (0)38 076 285-6 E: md@csp-construction.com W: csp-construction.com Principal contact: Tom Coglan CW Asset Co Ltd 212/13 North Pattaya Road Project: Bang Saray Beach Condominium T: +66 (0)38 414 405 M: +66 (0)85 272 8338 (English) or +66 (0)85 272 8228 (Thai) E: info@cwasset.com W: cwasset.com or bangsaraybeachcondo.com Principal: Ms Imorn Luekhamharn Membership: TREA
Domum Holding Co Ltd 391/109 Thappraya Road. Corner of Soi 13, next to Mata Hari Restaurant Project: Meridiem Condominium and Meridiem Park Condominium T: +66 (0) 38 251 464 M: +66 (0) 8888 10311 F: +66 (0) 38 251 733 E: info@domum-holding.com W: domum-holding.com
Major Development PCL 141 Soi Thonglor 10, Sukhumvit 55, Klongton Nua, Wattana, Bangkok 10110 Local project: Reflection Jomtien Beach Sales office: Jomtien Beach Road, adjacent to Suttangrak Restaurant T: +66 (0)38 233 111 M: +66 (0)89 247 7158 E: sales@reflectionpattaya.com W: majordevelopment.co.th
Global Tower Group Co Ltd Banglamung Soi 16 Project: Paradise Ocean View M: +66 (0)8 222 66 077 E: info@paradiseoceanview.com W: paradiseoceanview.com
Matrix Developments 352/202-3 M12 Pratumnak Road Current projects: Art-on-the-Hill, Paradise Park, Sunset Boulevard, The View, The Vision, Amazon Residence, City Center Residence and The Orient T: +66 (0)38 250 120-1 F: +66 (0)38 250 008 M: +66 (0)87 607 8880 E: info@matrix-developments.com W: matrix-developments.com Membership: AIPP
Golden View Development Co Ltd Showroom in Third Road close to the start of the Bali Hai fly-over Projects: Masters Residence and Imperial Twins Residence T: 038 410 786 M: +66 (0)90 125 8969 E: info@goldenview.asia W: goldenview.asia Principals: Mark Membership: AIPP Habitat 5 Co Ltd Sales Office: 172 Soi Chaiyapruk 2 Project: The Ville Jomtien M: +66 (0)81 450 0001/2 E: chane@habitat-5.com W: TheVillePattaya.com Heights Holdings Co Ltd Thappraya Road next to Bruno’s Italian Restaurant Projects: Park Royal I, II & III, Pattaya Heights, Club Royal, Laguna Bay I , II and III (The Maldives), Laguna Beach Resort Jomtien I & II, Laguna Heights, The Peak Towers, Wong Amat Tower, Water Park Condominium, C-View and Arcadia Beach Resorts I-IV (Pattaya, Naklua and Jomtien x 2) M: +66 (0)85 282 6454 E: oliver@heights-holdings.com W: heights-holdings.com Principal contact: Oliver Nabarro
Modus Group 292/1-2 Moo 5 Soi 12, Pattaya-Naklua, Naklua, Banglamung, Chonburi 20150 Project: Modus Beachfront Condo T: +66 (0)38 225 999 or (0)38 252 635 M: +66 (0)89-092 1333 E: info@moduspattaya.com or 888modus@gmail.com W: moduspattaya.com Principal: Pimpinan Namthep New Nordic Occupies a large area of Pratumnak. Soi 4 and look for the orange signs Current projects: New Nordic Suites, New Nordic VIP Condominium I, II and III and IV are planned T: +66 (0)38 250 025 M: +66 (0)89 605 4114 E: sales@new-nordic.com W: new-nordic.com Norwegian Properties Group 315/175-180 Moo 12, Nongprue Banglamung, Chonburi 20150 Project: VN Residences 3 T: +66 (0)38 303 310 F: +66 (0)38 252 548 M: +66 (0)89 936 6741 (Eng) or +66 (0)89 834 7664 (Eng and Rus) E: jeanette@vnresidences.com or liene@vnresidences.com W: vnresidences.com Principal contact: Jeanette Eiksund Heltne
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Robin’s Nest 33/42-44 Moo 10 Soi Diana Inn T: +66 (0)38 720 194 W: robinsnestpattaya1@gmail.com
Mantra Restaurant & Bar Pattaya Beach, Pattaya T: +66 (0) 3842 9591 E: email@mantra-pattaya.com W: mantra-pattaya.com
Starbucks Coffee Company Avenue Pattaya Royal Garden Pattaya Stylo Pattaya Beach Road Tuk Com South Pattaya Central Festival T: 038 710 087 E: customercomment@ starbucks-thailand.com W: starbucks.co.th
Sportsman Pub & Restaurant Soi 13, Pattaya Beach Road T: +66 (0)38 710 609 or +66 (0)86 834 3729 W: sportsmanpub.com
Coco’s Bistro Soi Chaiyapruk, Jomtien T: 038 074 675 E: madeup@cocospattaya.com W: cocospattaya.com
Holiday Inn Pattaya 463/68 Pattaya Sai 1 Road, Nongprue, Banglamung, Chonburi T: +66 (0)3872 5555 W: holidayinn.com/pattaya
The Village Shopping Centre Junction Soi Chaiyapruk and Sukhumvit Road T: 038 074 647-8 W: thevillagepattaya.com
Shenanigans Irish Pub Jomtien Complex Condo Thappraya Road, Jomtien T: 038 303 490 E: info@ shenanigansthailand.com W: shenanigansthailand.com
Bangkok Hospital Pattaya Highway 3, Naklua T: 038 259 999 Emergency: 1719 E: inquiry@bph.co.th W: bangkokpattayahospital.com
Tequila Reef Cantina Soi 7, Pattaya Tel: (038) 414-035 E: info@tequilareefpattaya.com W: tequilareefpattaya.com
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Pattaya Marriott Resort & Spa Beach Road, Pattaya T: 038 412 120 E: pattayamarriott@minornet.com W: marriott.com/PYXMC
agents • •directory xxxxxxxx developers xxwriterxxxxx • directory Nova Group Nova Park, 80/164 M9, Soi Sukrudee (Soi AR) near Jameson’s Pub Projects: Amari Residences Pattaya, The Cliff, Nova Ocean View, Novana Residence, The Palm, Nam Talay, Serenity Wongamat, North Beach, Pacific Bay and The Orient T: +66 (0)38 415 304-8 F: +66 (0)38 415 309 M: +66 (0)85 282 6454 E: info@nova-thailand.com W: nova-thailand.com Principal contacts: Rony Fineman and Keith Storey Petch Property Development Co Ltd Projects: The Cove and Prima Residence Main office: 44 Soi Sukhumvit 59, Klongton Nua, Wattana, Bangkok 10110 T: +66 (0)27 143 872 M: +66 (0)89 991 1999 Sales office: 193/1 M5 Naklua Road T: +66 (0)38 428 284 or (0)38 428 595 E: info@ppd.co.th W: ppd.co.th Principal: Itthi Chavalittamrong Poompatta Co Ltd 450 M9 Nongprue, Chonburi 20150 Projects: Patta Village and Patta Town T&F: +66 (0)38 371 555 E: info@poompattapattaya.com W: poompattapattaya.com
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Powerhouse Properties Co Ltd View Talay Residence 4 489/2 Jomtien Soi 5, Pattaya, 20150 T: +66 (0)38 059 635 M: +66 (0)81 945 8002, +66(0)90 398 6643 E: info@powerhousedev.com W: powerhousedev.com watersedge-pattaya.com skylightjomthien.com habitusjomthien.com Principal: J. Bernard Memberships: REBA-ES, REBA (Thailand), RETS (Thailand), CIPS, NAR, CRS, RESMA Raimon Land PLC 22nd Floor The Millenia Tower, Bangkok Projects: Northpoint, Zire Wong Amat and Unixx South Pattaya T: +66 (0)26 519 601 M: +66 (0)81 3717 888 E: info@raimonland.com W: raimonland.com
Tulip Group Co Ltd 88/58 Moo 4, Bowin Sub District, Siracha, Chonburi Projects: Centara Avenue Residence & Suites Pattaya and Golden Tulip Hotel & Residence (both behind The Avenue), Centara Grand Residence Pattaya (Na-Jomtien), Waterfront Suites & Residences (Bali Hai), Royal Tulip Suites T: +66 (0)38 959 180 F: +66 (0)38 959 508 M: +66 (0)83 718 0005 E: jason@tulipgroup.co.th W: tulipgroup.co.th Principal contacts: Kobi Elbaz and Jason Payne Shining Light Co Ltd Project: City Garden Pattaya Soi 15, Second Road close to The Avenue T: +66 (0)38 416 690 F: +66 (0)38 724 249 E: info@citygardenpattaya.com W: citygardenpattaya.com (The) Siam Oriental Trading Co Ltd 267/4 M12, Pratumnak Projects: Siam Oriental Condominium, Siam Oriental Garden, Siam Oriental Twins, Siam Oriental Elegance, Tropical Garden, Siam Oriental Plaza, Green Cascades T: +66 (0)81 305 3071 or 085 085 8284 E: siamoriental@mail.ru W: siamoriental.net Principal contact: Anastassiya Konchaphat Town & Country Property 63/10-11 Pattaya Tai Projects: The Meadows, The Residence and Whispering Palms F: +66 (0)38 374 137 Russian: +66 (0)84 873 7425 E: info@towncountryproperty.com W: towncountryproperty.com Principal: Cees Cuijpers
Universal Group Thailand 324/90 Moo 12, Thappraya Road Nongprue, Banglamung, Chonburi 20150 Projects: Seven Seas and Savanna Sands T: +66 (0)38 074 625 E: universalplus@ymail.com W: universal-thailand.com Principal: Sonia Punjabi (The) Urban Co Ltd Projects: Acqua Condominium, The Gallery, SP Townhomes, The Urban, The Urban Suites, and Aeras T & F: +66 (0)38 231125-6 M: +66 (0)86 323 1908 E: theurbanproperty@gmail.com W: thegallerycondo.com, theurban pattaya.com, theurban-property.com VKK Real Estate Co Ltd Sukhumvit 87 just before the rail track and the new road Projects: Porchland I, II, III (The Blue Residence), IV (The Time), V (La Santir), VI (The Feelture), VII (Del Mare) T: +66 (0)38 757 375-7 M: +66 (0)82 444 1147-8 E: theblue@porchland.com W: porchland.com
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