HOT Magazine, April 15, 2016

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ISSUE 4 VOLUME 04, APRIL 2016

H T MA AZINE

Issue 4 / Volume 04 / April 2016

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KING’S CUP ELEPHANT POLO RETURNS • TRUE THAILAND CLASSIC AT BLACK MOUNTAIN TRUE ARENA’S GRAND OPENING • MEET MARRIOTT’S GOETZ BAUER www.hotmagazine.website

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Dear Reader Welcome to issue 4, Volume 4 and the start of the new Thai Year! This month sports is big with coverage of Golf, the Grand Opening of Hua Hin’s new Sports Club and Polo (twice). We start with the True Thailand Golf Classic Presented by Chang.

Held at the Black Mountain Golf Club, this four-day tournament offered the largest prize money for any sports event in Thailand and brought together both the Asian and European Golf Tours.

See who went home with the big cardboard check on page 32.

Up next is the True Arena Hua Hin Grand Opening which was attended by over 500 people and had Thai sports stars performing their sport throughout the 40 rai complex, catered by the InterContinental it was an event that shouldn’t have been missed, that’s on page 38.

Next we get you prepped for the upcoming Asian Beach Polo Championships. It’s the only polo championship played on sand in Asia and is a full day and evening of fun. As always it will be held on the beach in front of the InterConinental. Find out why you need to be there on page 44.

Our Let’s Stay feature takes us to the island of Phuket where we tour the 5 star Hyatt Regency Phuket. Sporting the largest infinity pool on the island, which overlooks the Andaman Sea, it’s where you should book your stay next time you’re in Phuket.

See for yourself on page 46.

One of the most anticipated events in Thailand took place along the mighty Chao Phraya River in mid March, the 2016 King’s Cup Elephant Polo Tournament. In its 14th year this charitable event is one of the highlights of the social season and raised quite a sum, all for the benefits of these mighty majestic creatures.

Check out the pictures on page 54.

Our Let’s Go feature takes us back to the Andaman side to the beautiful islands of Kho Phi Phi. With powdery white sand, crystal clear water and thousands of colorful fish, it is tropical heaven, especially after the last tour boat leaves for the day. See where you need to plan your next holiday on page 64.

Those are just a few of the stories you’ll find inside this month.

As always, thank you for picking us up and we hope you enjoy the read.

Tanya Siri Vijitsomphong Editor, HOT Magazine

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Let’s Meet Goetz Bauer

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InterContinental Hua Hin's Exec. Chef Riccardo Ioanna

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Let’s Eat Hua Hin, McFarland House

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Hot Around Town Hua Hin

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True Arena News

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Bliss Cafe & Restaurant

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Hot Around Town Bangkok

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True Thailand Classic Presented by Chang

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True Arena Opens In Grand Style

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Beach Polo Returns to Hua Hin April 30th

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Let’s Stay, Hyatt Regency Phuket

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Hyatt Regency Phuket Resort 54

The 14th Annual King’s Cup Elephant Polo Tournament

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Let’s Eat Bangkok, MB Cafe & Restaurant

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7 Tips For A Great Tan

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Let’s Check In, Dinosuar Planet

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L et’s Meet Goetz Bauer What is your full name and age?

Goetz Bauer, 43 years What is your current Job Position?

General Manager of Hua Hin Marriott Resort & Spa How long have you lived in Hua Hin or been coming to Hua Hin? I started my new assignment as a General Manger of Hua Hin Marriott Resort & Spa in September 2015 and moved here in November 2015. I have been living here for nearly 5 months.

What did you know about Hua Hin before you moved here?

Hua Hin is a nice seaside city and it became famous through the king’s summer residents. By now, Hua Hin is very popular for people living in BKK for a weekend retreat What do you like most about your profession?

Every day is different, not one day equals the other. On a daily basis, we create wonderful memorable experiences and build emotional connections. For me it has always been one of the nicest parts of the job in the hotel industry to work with my associates and for our guests. One of my biggest passions is to help growing local talents and help them in their future career.

What do you like least about your profession?

I love my job but especially for the family it is not always easy to move after few years to the next destination. The finding of building a new social environment is not always easy.

What do you like most about Hua Hin? Hua Hin is due to its size and short distances, very accessible. This city makes it easy for new comers finding their way round. My family has already met a lot of nice people who welcomed us to this peaceful city. On the weather aspect, so far we have seen very little rain which we really like.

What is your favorite restaurant and why? (please don’t promote your own restaurants) Hua Hin has a good variety of nice restaurants and I have to admit, I have not had the time to try all. Café Mekong

has been one of my favorites and I also enjoy Pizza at Pizza Garden which is very nice and authentic.

What do you like to do in your free time and why?

I like doing some sport; I love dining-out and spend time with my kids. Once the opening phase is over, I really want to learn kite surfing in Hua Hin. What would you recommend to newcomers to do in Hua Hin and why?

I like the Hua Hin Vineyard – for European that is something I miss from home. The combination of an elephant ride and vineyard is quite impressive.

Olympic Committee) while I was working for the Leipzig Marriott Hotel as Director of Rooms. Due to our support, the city of Leipzig was able to win the German wide competition and became official applicant for the Olympic Games 2012. During my time at this property, we hosted VVIPs like Kofi Annan and organized catering for over 5,000 people.

What is the most outlandish thing you have ever done and why?

Once I had the opportunity to fly a helicopter (birthday gift from my wife) – to fly myself, was one of the most amazing experiences in my life.

Tell us a surprising fact that the public might not know about you?

I was once in charge for the accommodation of the NOK (National

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InterContinental Hua Hin’s Executive Chef Riccardo Ioanna

Executive Chef Riccardo Ioanna

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iccardo Ioanna is the new Executive Chef at the InterContinental Hua Hin Resort and he has cruised the world getting here. The World being the World Cruise ship, the largest residential cruise ship on the planet at 644 feet in length (196 meters). Since launching in 2002 The World, with its 165 individual homes, has continuously circumnavigated the globe allowing its residents to wake up in new exotic locals every few days.

The World has multiple restaurants and Riccardo has worked as the “Chef De Cuisine” in two of them. “Tides” a casual Mediterranean styled daytime restaurant which turns into an elegant Italian restaurant in the evenings and

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“Marina”, a contemporary steak house.

From the World Riccardo went on to becoming the Executive Sous Chef at the InterContinental Resort in Bali before charting a course for Hua Hin to join the InterContinental.

One of Riccardo’s first actions was to fine tune The InterCon’s Sunday brunch experience which takes place at their Beachfront Azure Restaurant. Sunday Brunch guests can now expect more "International cuisine", comprised of Asian and European dishes. All products both local and imported are carefully selected. Brunch guests will find a wider variety of starters and antipasti, a carving station with roasted pork, whole baked Fish, and long-time braised meat on the

bone. Additionally, they have a sushi and sashimi extravaganza, a la minute wagyu beef tartare, and yellow tail tuna.

For dessert, it's a Buffet dessert line with baked cake, an ice cream bar, fresh fruits, and mini individual desserts. Another special difference with the revamped brunch is that Chef Riccardo himself will go around serving selected food to guests.

If you’ve never experienced the InterContinental’s Sunday Brunch or if you haven’t in a while, put it on your Sunday “To-Do” list.

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L et’s Eat Hua Hin,

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cFarland House is located on the grounds of the Hyatt Regency Hotel in Hua Hin. It is a restored 19th century pavilion, rich in history, that has been transformed into an airy beachfront bar and dining area.

Tucked away, on the beach, it is a superb romantic location. It has the feel of exclusivity but it’s not really that expensive when you take into consideration where you are and the quality of the service and faire you are receiving.

What I like is that the menu is varied, allowing for all tastes and pallets. You sit in some of the most scenic surroundings in Hua Hin and if you want, the staff will arrange a romantic candlelit table down on the beach for you where you can let the sand run between your toes. It’s like Valentine’s night every night of the week.

The night we were there we began our dining experience with two starters; the “Tapas Platter” which included Crab Spring Rolls, Chicken Satay, Grissini Beef and Chorizo Empanadas with all the proper sauces. The other starter was their “Cold Mezza Platter” which was servings of Hummus, Tabbouleh, Baba Ganosh and Fattoush all served with pita bread. A wide variety of tastes and textures that although filling only got our taste buds salivating in anticipation of our entrée’s.

Our entrees arrived after an appropriate wait and looked as good as they tasted. I had the Jumbo prawns that were accompanied by a blend of sautéed onions, barley, sun dried tomatoes, olives and orange pesto. My guest had ordered her favorite, Grilled Lamb Chops which were accompanied by sautéed onions, sunflowers seeds and capsicums with a glazed rosella sauce. Shared bites proved that both entrees were well chosen and further proven by the empty plates that were collected when done.

Being known as a man who never met a desert he didn’t like, I was very pleased with the choices we made. A light but immensely favorable Lime Sherbet and their Coconut Lemongrass Crème Brulee.

Although both enjoyable the Crème Brulee was devoured the fastest with both of us noting the deliciousness of the sweet crunchy coconut chips on top.

A recent poster to Trip Advisor said after dining at McFarland House, “It’s a really fantastic experience just waiting to happen” and I couldn’t agree more.

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HOT AROUND HUA HIN FOOD FOR THE FUTURE AND THE PURE BLUE FOUNDATION @ ALEENTA PAK NAM PRAN Aleenta Resort & Spa have been operating the pure blue foundation project for over 12 years and have used the raised money in local projects for over a decade now.

Now in 2016 the focus is on the land.

Land is one of the biggest commodities in the local area to be bought and sold at ever increasing prices.

Due to the popularity of the local Riviera land is being purchased now and fenced off and kept for future development helping no one.

Free fruit trees and foraged food now falls into owned land and no longer can be picked and consumed as “free food” To re address the balance Aleenta and James Noble have enlisted the help of local business men and Bangkok celebrities to plant year old saplings into public areas that will produce fruit

After 11 pm and at the crack of dawn we as a group go out and plant avocado, mango and rose apple trees that take up to 7 years to flourish If you want to be part of the Gorilla gardening and be art of the future team email

Gm.ahh@aleenta.com and see when our next mission is Or join us for our weekly Sunday brunch on the beach from 11 am till 3pm where a host of late breakfast and early lunch items combine to create the best Sunday brunch for miles around

NEW HILTON APPOINTMENTS Hilton Hua Hin Resort & Spa today announced the appointments of Denis Richter as General Manager and Philipp Maus, the Executive Chef.

Denis brings with him 20+ years’ experience in the hospitality industry, having spent 7 of those years with Hilton Worldwide in a variety of different properties and positions in Myanmar, Japan, Indonesia and Thailand, to his most recent position as General Manager at Hilton Garden Inn Bali Ngurah Rai Airport.

DUSIT THANI HUA HIN THE OFFICIAL TOURNAMENT PARTNER HOTEL, FOR THE TRUE THAILAND CLASSIC 2016 BY CHANG Kiradech Aphibarnrat (right), one of the kingdom’s leading professional golfers, was warmly welcomed with a floral bouquet upon arrival by Chonlaniti Racharit (left), Hotel Manager of Dusit Thani Hua Hin. Kiradech was amongst the competitors staying at Dusit Thani Hua Hin, the official tournament partner hotel, for the True Thailand Classic 2016 Presented by Chang and played at Black Mountain Golf Course.

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Chef Philipp has over 14 years’ experience in culinary arts. After completing his chef training at Maritim Hotel Ulm, Germany he gained important experience in La Terrasse, 15 points Gault Millau, Scala Restaurant 14 points Gault Millau, Switzerland, before heading to work alongside Michelin Star Chef Jan Van De Voorde at Chalong Beach Hotel & Spa, Phuket. Chef Philipp Maus most recently the Area Executive Chef at Centara Karon Resort, Centara Kata Resort and Waterfront Suites Phuket by Centara

“I must never forget that cooking is an art and, in all the arts, it is simplicity that comes closest to perfection, I constantly as strive to improve and find new ways to attract our guests” Chef Philipp.

HOT AROUND HUA HIN HILTON WORLDWIDE NAMED ONE OF THE 2016 FORTUNE 100 BEST COMPANIES TO WORK FOR Hilton Worldwide announced today that it was selected as one of the 2016 Fortune 100 Best Companies to Work For, by global research and consulting firm Great Place to Work® and Fortune Magazine. This list recognizes companies that have exceptional workplace cultures.

The selection process includes an employee survey and an in-depth questionnaire about company practices and programs. Great Place to Work® then evaluates each application using its unique methodology based on five dimensions: credibility, respect, fairness, pride and camaraderie.

“Our Team Members are the heart and soul of our business,” said Christopher J. Nassetta, president & CEO of Hilton Worldwide. “We succeed when they succeed. Respecting, recognizing and rewarding them creates an environment where – together – we have created the world’s best hospitality company.”

Creators of the methodology behind the list, Great Place to Work®, have found that employees believe they work for great organizations when they

consistently trust the people they work for, have pride in what they do and enjoy the people they work with.

SHERATON HUA HIN RESORT & PRANBURI VILLAS GOES DARK TO SHINE THE LIGHT ON CLIMATE CHANGE

Sheraton Hua Hin Resort & Pranburi Villas goes dark to shine the light on climate change with Earth Hour 2016.

The hotel will join millions around the world in turning off lights for one hour on March 19 at 8:30 p.m. local time to illuminate a powerful message about environmental awareness and action.

Sheraton Hua Hin Resort & Pranburi Villas are participating by turn off exterior signage lighting, dim nonessential interior lighting, use candlelight in appropriate public areas such as restaurants and bars and in-room television messages to inform guests about Earth Hour observances.

The theme of the 2016 Earth Hour celebration focuses on climate change following a successful United Nation's COP21 conference in Paris. The annual global environmental awareness event was created and instituted by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF) in 2007 to emphasize the threat of global warming and the need to reduce carbon emissions.

“It’s a privilege for us to support such a powerful movement with such a simple gesture,” said Mr.Martin Raich, General Manager. “Earth Hour reflects a philosophy we try to practice year-round that we all must do our part and together we can make a big difference. Climate change affects everyone and it also has an impact on the continued success of our business.”

Last year, nearly 600 Starwood properties around the world participated. In addition to conserving energy, many properties hosted events and activities that engaged associates and guests. Some projects and programming included themed menus designed to highlight local and organic foods and Earth Hour inspired cocktails; special performances, tailored concerts, and displays of traditional entertainment; and distinctive campaigns devised to support individual community initiatives and conservation efforts. www.sheraton.com/huahin www.sheratohuahin.com facebook.com/sheratonhuahin

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SHERATON HUA HIN RESORT & PRANBURI VILLAS HOSTS LUNCH FOR DISABLED CHILDREN OF PETCHABURI PANYANUKUL SCHOOL Sheraton Hua Hin Resort & Pranburi Villas, led by its Cluster Director of Human Resources Kasama Nindaeng – together with management and hotel associates recently handed over an educational kits, sport equipment and hosted lunch for disabled children of Petchaburi Panyanukul School

in Petchaburi under the “Care for Community” project as part of a team

opportunities for people of all abilities to achieve their potential.

Petchaburi Panyanukul School was established in 1996 with committed to eliminating discrimination and celebrates equality and diversity among our students and believe in the uniqueness and value of each individual and provide

Stay tuned with Sheraton Hua Hin Resort & Spa’s Community at www.sheraton.com/huahin www.sheratonhuahin.com www.facebook.com/huahin

NEW DIRECTOR OF SALES AND MARKETING AT INTERCONTINENTAL HUA HIN A REAL BOON TO THE RESORT Big expansions require substantial work.

They need big talents too, especially when the expansion involves a five-star resort adding an entire new wing to an already major holiday destination. Big talent – and the right person for the job – is what InterContinental Hua Hin Resort now has in new Director of Sales and Marketing Weerasak Boontia.

Weerasak joins the resort just in time for opening of new BluPort Wing, a 40-room addition that gives InterContinental Hua Hin a total of 158 luxury rooms in Thailand’s premier seaside community.

Weerasak’s experience and background are indeed just right for ensuring a smooth integration of the new wing.

His many years of sales and marketing experience in the hospitality industry include the position of Cluster Director of Sales at Hilton Sukhumvit and Double Tree by Hilton Sukhumvit Bangkok.

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The new director’s personal interests likewise will square well with his duties at InterContinental Hua Hin, as he enjoys travelling and experiencing different cultures. His language abilities furthermore will be an asset while Weerasak goes about enhancing the resort’s market presence.

Along with providing guests more accommodation choices, InterContinental Hua Hin Resort’s BluPort Wing features two highly configurable function rooms, an elegant ballroom and an expansive courtyard area. And now with new Director of Sales and Marketing Weerasak Boontia overseeing efforts to get the message out, the resort is certain to enhance its status as one of Hua Hin’s most sought-after destinations for leisure as well as business travellers.

HOT AROUND HUA HIN SPECIAL OFFER

SCALOPPINI, ESCALOPE, SCHNITZEL SPECIALTIES AT SALAS RESTAURANT They have many different names, can be made from chicken, pork or veal and come prepared in many scrumptious ways but they are all staples of the cuisine in countries like Italy, France and Austria. Our chefs at Salas have selected some of the best serving you right on

your table. Meat lovers for sure will not be disappointed.

Sit down and enjoy a diverse selection of premium delicacies daily freshlycook food, selected only the freshest premium quality products. Check out our promotions our chefs created for you

that in April.

Available daily from 11:00AM-09:30PM only at Salas restaurant For more information or reservations please call 032 708000 ext. 4800 or email: fb.huahin@sheraton.com

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SOCCER SEASONS IN THE SUN PACKAGE Dusit Thani Hua Hin proudly supports youth soccer through Dusit Thani Hua Hin Soccer Academy. In conjunction with FIFA Agent, Patrick de Koster, we put the ‘S’ factor into Success through 5-star family weekends of Sun, Sand, Sea and Soccer at the resort.

Experienced ex-English Premier League footballers and licenced coaches expertly guide children, aged 4 – 16, during two innovative 90-minute training sessions on the hotel’s immaculate pitches.

Rates: THB 13,499 net for 3 days, 2 nights in Superior Room at weekends, with Friday or Saturday check-in.

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Buffet Breakfast for two people and one additional child aged up to 11

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Saturday Barbecue Buffet Dinner for two people and one child aged up to 11

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Two 90-minute soccer training sessions with ex-professional players and/or licensed soccer coaches for one child, aged 4 – 16

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Complimentary stay for one child,

aged 11 and below. Supplement of THB 1,000 net for one child, aged 12 – 16, sharing room with parents (includes Buffet Breakfast, Saturday Barbecue Buffet Dinner and football training sessions).

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30% discount voucher to be utilised at Dusit Shop, Devarana Spa (minimum 90-minute treatment), or Beauty Salon at Dusit Thani Hua Hin only (Terms and conditions apply)

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Valid for stays until 18 December 2016 only

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HOT AROUND HUA HIN SHERATON HUA HIN PRANBURI VILLAS WINS “BEST FAMILY VILLA RESORT THAILAND2015” AND “TOP 30 RESORT WORLDWIDE 2015” Sheraton Hua Hin Pranburi Villas is pleased to announce latest accolade from the Hotel of the Year Awards in categories “Best family villa resort Thailand 2015” and “Top 30 resort worldwide 2015” the awards ceremony which take place at Corinthia Hotel in Budapest, Hungary.

The Hotel of the Year Awards recognize and reward hotels and spas that deliver exceptional levels of service and world class facilities to its guests by becoming an award winning hotel, you showcase your hotel as much more than a hotel but as a guest experience that will live with your guests for many years and elevate your hotel over your competitors.

The Awards are all based on each nominee hotel & spa being judged, scored and ranked based on a professional judge staying in each

property for the purpose of experiencing and critiquing all of the hotels facilities and service in order to gain a true guest experience. The overall rating is thereby authentic in terms of guest experience & professional critical evaluation. It is this combination of guest experience & professional critical evaluation that makes these awards innovative &

HUA HIN BUSINESS NETWORK On Thursday March 31st the Hua Hin Business Network met at the Amari Hua Hin for their monthly get together for socializing and networking. Starting at 5:30 the four-hour evening includes free flow wine and beer along with a buffet dinner. The popular “Marketing Minute” lets business owners get in front of the group and give a “one minute only” informative talk about their business. The Hua Hin Business Network has proven to be an informative and successful tool for Hua Hin business people. For information on upcoming events and costs go to www.facebook. com/HuaHinBusinessNetwork.

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elevates standards in terms of worldwide hotel awards.

Stay tuned with Sheraton Hua Hin Pranburi Villas’s Community at www.sheraton.com/huahinpranburi www.sheratonhuahinpranburi.com www.facebook.com/ sheratonhuahinpranburi

SHERATON HUA HIN RESORT & SPA WON THAILAND MICE VENUE STANDARD Sheraton Hua Hin Resort & Spa has won the prestigious award “Thailand MICE Venue Standard” to guarantee the quality concerning physical, technological and service aspects by Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau or “TCEB”. The recognition was received by Mr. Sitthirat Hothongkam, Hotel Manager at Royal Paragon Hall Bangkok.

HOT AROUND HUA HIN MARCH MCC AT CENTARA GRAND HUA HIN On March 28th Hua Hin’s Grand Dame Lizzy brought her Multi Cultural Community (MCC) to the Centara Grand Hua Hin Resort. According to Lizzy, “The event was fantastic, the location was like in a film and everybody was very happy.” As there usually are at MCC, there were plenty of VIP’s on hand, both Thai and Farang.

Keeping with tradition, Brian Anderson was the Master of Ceremonies and once again masterfully handled his duties keeping the evening moving along.

The night was full of records. There were a record number of Dutch, French and Thai guests, a record number of people on the dance floor and a record number of hotel GM’s who joined in for the event. Lizzy commented that she was personally very happy that so many Thai friends and new Thai business people attended and she wanted to give a special thanks to Jan Weisheit from the Centara for making her Multi Cultural Community feel so welcome and for putting on such a delicious buffet.

Adorable Lizzy wrapped up by saying “I’ve reached my goal, I brought all Farangs together and Thai people, oh how wonderful! We live together, why not hand in hand?”

Why not indeed.

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HOT AROUND HUA HIN DELECTABLE PENFOLDS WINE TASTING NIGHT Sheraton Hua Hin Resort & Pranburi Villas together with leading Australian Winery, Penfolds recently presented the Penfolds Wine Tasting Night by the Sea at both renowned resorts, Sheraton Hua Hin Resort & Spa and Sheraton Hua Hin Pranburi Villas. The wine tasting series at both resorts continues as more and more connoisseurs are discovering what the resorts have to offer their wine buds each month.

Hosted by Leonard Faust, Director of Culinary & Service and Patrick Dowling, Penfolds Winemaking Ambassador Asia. This time, four different tastes

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of Penfolds highlighting its popular Koonunga and Bin series were the heroes of the night, matching perfectly with scrumptious dishes like Foie Gras, Alaska Scallop, Roasted honey and clove studded ham carving and delicious canapÊs created to complement the wines and the night Stay tuned with Sheraton Hua Hin Resort & Spa’s Community at www.sheraton.com/huahin www.sheratonhuahin.com www.facebook.com/huahin www.flickr.com/photos/sheratonhuahin/

True Arena News TRUE ARENA BRINGS ONBOARD ARTURO NAVARRO AS PBI TENNIS DIRECTOR place for tennis players for all levels and ages, to help players achieve their maximum potential, to increase the popularity of the sport not only in Hua Hin, but in Thailand and to assist True Arena Hua Hin become an International Tennis Destination.

HOT: Have you started a tennis program at TAHH?

True Arena Hua Hin has partnered with Peter Burwash International, otherwise known as PBI, the leading tennis specialists providing training for both enthusiasts and professional athletes worldwide.

PBI was founded in 1975 by Peter Burwash, a former Davis Cup player and #1 Canadian Player winning 19 singles and doubles titles during his playing career. PBI is the world’s leading tennis management company, specializing in instruction, program development, management, promotion and daily activities for 5-star resorts, hotels, and sports clubs worldwide.

True Arena Hua Hin recently hired Mr. Arturo Navarro as their PBI Tennis Director. Arturo is certified by the United States Professional Tennis Association (USPTA) as an “Elite Professional” and brings his considerable tennis experience and elite level coaching to the members of the club.

Navarro’s previous roles include PBI Tennis Director at the Four Seasons Resort Puta Mita in Mexico. Previously Arturo was the PBI Tennis Professional in various world-class sports hotels such as the Bio-Hotel Stanglwirt in Going, Austria, the Jumeriah Beach Hotel in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, the InterContinental Muscat in Oman and the Four Seasons Resort Sharm El Sheik in Egypt.

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International (PBI). We are the leaders in Professional Tennis Management and direct tennis programs around the world. Khun Virapol Cholvibul (General Manager at True Arena) has previously worked with PBI and requested our services.

HOT: Thank you Arturo for taking the time to sit with us.

HOT: How challenging was moving from Mexico to Thailand?

AN: It was difficult due to small time frame (3 weeks), but since we arrived everyone has been very helpful and friendly. We love Thai people, food, culture and the land.

HOT: What does your wife do?

AN: My wife Ulrike is a Kinesiologist and Sports Trainer. She will be looking for ways to help people live healthier lives.

Arturo and Ulrike

HOT: How and when did you start playing tennis?

AN: My whole family played tennis at Club Casablanca Satelite in Mexico. My brother Guillermo started teaching me at the age of 3 and since then Tennis became my passion. My parents made lots of sacrifices so I could continue playing the sport, and competing.

HOT: Could you tell us about your tennis experiences as a player?

HOT Magazine recently had the pleasure of sitting down with Arturo and ask a few questions;

AN: I played junior tennis in Mexico (#3 under 18s), played a few pro events, then got a scholarship to play NCAA Division 1 Tennis for the University of NebraskaLincoln and Graduated with a Marketing degree.

HOT: Arturo, how did you ended up in Hua Hin?

HOT: Could you share some of your Goals at TAHH?

AN: I work for Peter Burwash

AN: To make TAHH a very popular

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AN: Yes, we did. We are offering a variety of group classes for Children and Adults for all levels as well as private and semi private lessons. We are inviting anyone who can play tennis to join us for social tennis night on Fridays from 6:30 to 8 p.m. (complementary in April). We are also having a special tennis package for the weekends of April and May. Please call or visit us for more info.

032 909 633 info@truearenahuahin.com Facebook: True Arena Hua Hin Instagram: @truearenahuahin Twiter: @truearenahuahin

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liss Bakery and Café House is exactly that, “Bliss.” If you have a sweet tooth, this is the place to go. They have their very own pastry chefs who work their magic daily, starting very early morning, to have their heavenly creations ready when they open at 9am.

One of their most popular bakery items for European’s is their devilishly delicious Sachertorte chocolate cake, pure “Bliss” for choco-holics. A relatively new item we devoured at our first visit was their Chocolate fruit cup, which was exactly that, a cup made of chocolate filled with fresh exotic fruit.

Other Chocolate items included their chocolate mousse and their Chocolate éclair which I’m told is the number one bakery item chosen by Thai’s. Of course, they have a full range of non-chocolate desserts also.

But, it’s not all about sweets. Bliss is a very popular dining restaurant for both lunch and dinner. Big hits at our table was their HH Bay Seafood Chowder and their Sea Bass Panang.

The décor at Bliss is somewhat Colonial and the atmosphere is extremely relaxing. It is the type of place you could spend hours sipping coffee and catching up with friends. If you haven’t been there, do go, you will be pleased.

Bliss is open from 9AM to 10pm and is located on Soi 82 off of Phetchakasem, just a little north of Villa Market. They have their own parking on the side of the building.

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To take you through the summer, Chatrium Hotel Riverside Bangkok has an exciting range of dining promotions lined up. Prepare your senses for unique culinary experiences as the hotel’s chefs take full advantage of the season’s bounty; picking the freshest ingredients to prepare the most sensational treats. A remarkable dining moment awaits you with a picturesque ambience beside the Chao Phraya River throughout May.

Extravaganza of Barbeque @ Poolside, on the 6th floor – We just love to pamper our hunger with buffets, don’t we?

Experience the ultimate International Barbeque Dinner Buffet with an exquisite selection from under the sea and Barbeque delights fresh from the coals such as River Prawns, Cuttlefish, Sea bass, New Zealand Mussels, Marinated Chicken, Pork, Wagyu Beef & Assorted Sausages. Available at Poolside from now until July 10, 2016.

SKY DINING, “BEST PASTA AND PIZZA IN TOWN” The Medinii is a lofty Italian restaurant with an Asian twist to the flavor.

Located on the 35th floor of the hotel.

The restaurant is just the right place if you plan to have a romantic dinner with your better half or wish to have a private dinner experience with your family and friends.

Incredible promotions start with chef’s Salad or Soup of the day, including FREE FLOW beverages, FREE FLOW Best Pasta And Pizza In Town, please one (1) main course and (1) dessert. Only at THB 999++ per person and available every day dinner 18.00hrs – 23.00hrs.

Our handmade pizza and pasta dishes are made to order with more than 20 choices of toppings and sauces, such as “Aglio E Olio”, with garlic, hot chili and sun-dried tomato, “Carbonara” creamy bacon carbonara, “Arrabiata” spicy tomato sauce, “Alfredo” with creamy ham and mushroom our menu is sure to revitalize your tastes buds. Enjoy the evening with FREE FLOW beer, wine, cocktails and soft drinks.

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Grab a Crab @ Silver Waves Chinese Restaurant, on the 36th floor – It is a perfect opportunity for families to grab a Crab together this May at Silver Waves.

Come and sample Chef Nithiwat’s culinary crustaceous creations such as Wok-fried Sea Crab in Hoi Sin Sauce, Double Steamed Crab Claws fried with Pineapple or Wok-fried Sea Crab with Preserved Vegetable in Black Bean Sauce.

Because of its heavenly taste, coming back for more would not be surprising at all.

Continental Treats @Treats Gourmet, Lobby floor – What better way to enjoy a delicious bite of something sweet? Chef Kongrit has perfectly gone continental this May with a selection of delicious French pastries, French apple tart, Paris Brest or St. Honoré. They are just some of the amazing creations waiting to tempt

Bestselling is our imported Australian Lamb Shank Slow Cooked For 48 hours, served with herbed mash potatoes and saluted vegetables as it melts in your

An enjoyable and convenient way to arrive at the Chatrium Hotel Riverside Bangkok is by our Shuttle boat service which is available from Taksin BTS Station to the Hotel every twenty minutes. Enjoy the delectable food with friends or family in opulent venues whilst admiring the perfect views of the Chao Phraya River.

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THAILAND PROPERTY AWARDS 2016 USHERS IN A NEW ERA OF REAL ESTATE EXCELLENCE One of Bangkok's most iconic bars The kingdom’s most illustrious industry event returns this September •

A total of 32 awards for outstanding developers, developments and design will be presented this year

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Awards gala expects an attendance of about 600 C-level executives, industry leaders and innovators

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Property Report Congress Thailand kicks off the top real estate networking event of the year

BANGKOK, Thailand – 29 March 2016 The Thailand Property Awards presented by Hansgrohe returns for a successful 11th edition to reward the finest developers and current developments in the country’s resilient real estate sector. The annual event was launched to the media on 29 March 2016 at the Renaissance Bangkok Ratchaphrasong Hotel.

Building on the monumental success of last year’s 10th anniversary event, which saw SC Asset Corporation PLC claim the biggest award for Best Developer, the kingdom’s biggest and most respected industry awards programme will champion the leading industry players in Bangkok and Phuket, which continue to evolve alongside the secondary markets of Hua Hin, Chiang Mai, Khao Yai, Samui and the Eastern Seaboard.

“The tourism sector is playing an increasingly important role in driving the country’s economic growth,” Suphin Mechuchep, managing director of JLL Thailand and newly elected chairperson of the central panel of judges, said.

“A decent chunk of tourist spending goes to retailers in various retail formats from street-side retail strips to modern shopping centres,” she added. “Retail markets in key tourist destinations such as Bangkok, Pattaya, Phuket, Krabi, Koh

Samui, and Chiang Mai will benefit most from this trend.”

This economic boost, as well the recently reported strong year-end finish to 2015 following the implementation of the government-led boosting measures and incentives, will be discussed by the industry's leading experts, developers and innovators at the high-level forum that takes place before the awards gala – the Property Report Congress Thailand.

The whole day conference on Thursday, 22 September from 09:00 to 15:00, and will be held at the Plaza Athenee Bangkok, a Royal Meridien hotel, the official venue of the Thailand Property Awards.

An internationally recognised celebration of the country’s real estate achievements, the Thailand Property Awards 2016 have already begun accepting nominations from developers and the general public starting in late February. The nomination period will close on 8 July, with the official shortlist revealed to the world in the third week of August.

Entry is free. All successful entries will be supervised by BDO, one of the world’s largest accounting and auditing firms, and the trusted awards supervisor of the Asia Property Awards, which, in its 11th year, is widely recognised for its fairness and transparency.

“We’re excited to be working with PropertyGuru Group as the Asia Property Awards programme continues to expand in ASEAN in its second decade,” said Terry Blackburn, founder and managing director of the Asia Property Awards. “In trying times like these, Thailand can always depend on exceptional projects that boost investor confidence and elevate market standards.

We’re delighted to reward their hard work at the Thailand Property Awards.”

Suphin will be joined on the esteemed

2016 judging panel, which is presided by Dr Manop Bongsadadt, renowned professor of architecture at Bangkok's Chulalongkorn University, by some of the best-known names in the industry.

Aside from the central panel of judges, each region will have its own panel comprising local experts to ensure credibility of the Awards.

A total of 31 trophies will be presented in 2016, with award categories covering the condominium, housing/villa, hotel, office, and retail segments. A special recognition for Thailand’s Real Estate Personality of Year, whose influence and achievements resonate across the kingdom, will be named by the editors of Property Report prior to the gala night.

For more information about the Thailand Property Awards, visit the official website: asiapropertyawards. com/thailandpropertyawards/ Sponsorship and media partner opportunities are available. For details, email info@asiapropertyawards.com or call +66 (02) 204 9555.

Follow #AsiaPropertyAwards to join the conversation about the Asia Property Awards series on social media, and find out who made the official shortlist in late August.

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True Thailand Classic Presented by Chang

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rom March 10th thru the 13th, Hua Hin’s Black Mountain Golf Club was ground zero for the best golf in the kingdom when it recently hosted Thailand’s largest professional sports event, with the highest cash prize, the “True Thailand Classic 2016 Presented by Chang”.

Thailand’s True Corporation and ThaiBev, brewers of Chang Beer invested more than Bt180 million to host the tri-

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sanctioned event which included the European tour, Asian tour and Thailand PGA. The tournament attracted professional golfers from around the world for the opportunity to win the US$1.75 million in prize money and to win a spot to the “Race to Dubai” – paving the way to Europe’s number one golfer.

The tournament was a cooperation between public and private sectors which

included True Corporation, Chang Beverages, Sports Authority of Thailand, Black Mountain Golf Club, Charoen Pokphand Group, Bangkok Bank Plc, Toyota Motor Thailand, and Thai Airways International. The cooperation boosted the competition and provided an opportunity for 16 Thai golfers who have already won the Chang-SAT Thailand PGA Tour 2016 to attend the international professional-level

competition. The Thai golfers were also given a chance to enroll in “Just Believe in Your Dreams” by CP, with one special ticket to join the competition to win a Wild Card. Thai youth golfers were also given an opportunity to join the Pro-Am, AM-AM, and Golf Clinic activities.

The first day was humid, hot and marked by high winds. To everyone’s surprise, local prodigy Kiradech Aphibarnrat was one of those who found the conditions the hardest on the first day. Having returned straight from the Cadillac Championship in Miami, he ended the day with a disappointing four bogies in a row and ended the tournament solely one position from the prize money behind fellow compatriot Somsak, Kaopratum, who ended in 72nd place. Spaniard Miguel Ángel Jimenez found it hard too, with double bogies and bogies making most of his highlight, as he found the back nine uneasy to cope with. Jimenez would not improve much from then on and could only manage a

disappointing 106th finish in total.

One who began with flying colours however was Pelle Edberg, who had nine birdies in nine holes around the turn and finished second on the day behind Peter Uilhen, after a class performance from the American that stood him firmly at eight under par.

Neither Aphibarnrat nor Jimenez thus made the cut on the second day despite some good efforts from both players.

Compatriot, and highest ranked Thai, Thongchai Jaidee hit one of the most notable shots of day two on the fifteenth hole, an impressive lobbed shot that set up an easy birdie for the local favourite.

Peter Uilhen was unable to reproduce his fantastic form of day one, though there were a few good shots from him, particularly one on the 17th that led him to a par 4. Thailand’s Panuphol Pittayarat did not drop a shot during the entire day and secured a brilliant birdie in the ninth hole, leaving him at eleven under par in

third place. But the name that began to emerge was that of Scott Hend, playing with a birdie, an eagle and capitalised with four more birdies including a fantastic little chip on the 18th. A sign of things to come? Hend shared the lead with Sweden’s Edberg, who with a triple birdie consolidated himself at twelve under par.

Day three presented even hotter weather than the first two sessions and truly put the competitors under challenge. Jaidee began marvellously with an eagle, and though dropping the pace a little, he managed to finish with a birdie that put him six points from the lead. Edberg continued with a strong performance, finishing at eleven under on the day. American Ulhein on the other hand ended with four birdies on the day, finishing at twelve under par while Hend made a race through the gears and ended with an impressive performance putting himself at fourteen under going into the fourth and final day.

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Day four was make or break, and those who broke off the pace were Ulhein and Jaidee, who despite good efforts dropped points in key holes. The man who drove through the thick was undoubtedly Australia’s Hend, who with a fantastic performance and an impressive birdie putt from the fringe of the 14th walked away with this year’s big check.

Pelle Edberg from Sweden finished at 13 under, a shot below Joost Luiten and two ahead of Benjamin Hebert, Jeev Milkha Singh and local home boy Simon Yates.

Harald Ellison, Managing Director of Black Mountain Golf Club had this to say about this year’s tournament, “This year's True Thailand Classic was a great 4 days of tournament golf. It was a pleasure and an honour to be host to such a field of internationally acclaimed and talented competitors. We were very pleased to see so many spectators come to Black Mountain to watch the action here, and it was very rewarding to receive so many compliments from both players and visitors alike”.

Harald went on to say, “We are always proud to have the opportunity to showcase to the world not only Black Mountain, but also Hua Hin, and what a great golfing destination Thailand has become. Since the tournament and as always, we are keeping the course in top condition, for everyone to come and share the Black Mountain experience. We look forward to seeing you here soon.”

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True Arena Opens In Grand Style

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n Friday March 18th, True Arena Hua Hin held the grandest of Grand Opening ceremonies. Over 500 people joined in with many well-known Thai National Athletes participating in their given sport. Just a few who participated included Yaowapa Boorapolchai, an Olympic Bronze medalist in Taekwondo, Paradorn Srichaphan, the first Thai tennis player to be ranked in the ATP top 10, Thailandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s National Rugby Sevens

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team & the Vana Nava Hua Hin City Football Club. Other sports represented with top Thai athletes demonstrating their talent included Cycling, Volleyball, Basketball, Badminton, Snooker, Table Tennis and Futsal.

In addition to the athletes, over 100 media descended on True Arena for the event with most coming from Bangkok and everyone in attendance was well fed with the InterContinental Resort Hua Hin providing the catering.

True Arena Hua Hin occupies 40 rai of land with 11 tournament ready tennis courts paved with PlexiCushion Technology, the same surface as the Australian Openâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Rod Laver Arena, and equipped with Musco Lighting to support HD broadcasting. True Arena also has two FIFA regulation football pitches, a 1,500 square meter fitness center, a multi-sports air conditioned gymnasium, which can be converted for Badminton, volleyball, basketball, futsal,

boxing and more. In addition to the fitness facility, their four story clubhouse also houses an all-day international dining restaurant called Maria’s as well as a sports bar and a 25-meter roof top swimming pool along with the Hawk Eye Bar. True Arena is uniquely poised to become the most significant sports complex of its kind in the AEC. With its wide range of world class facilities and a strategic location in the city

of Hua Hin, True Arena Hua Hin is not only more than equipped to host international sports events, but it is also ideal as a training and exercise ground for professional athletes and sports enthusiasts alike.

His Excellency Suwat Liptapanlop, Former Deputy Prime Minister of Thailand, and host of the opening ceremony explained, “With this kind of facility, there is no doubt that Hua Hin will soon become another “Sports

Capital” of the AEC. Sport is an important driver of Thailand’s tourism, which is crucial to the country’s overall economic development. Having large scale sport facilities like this will no doubt attract many international tournaments.

At the opening ceremony, Proud Real Estate also announced that the True Group has been signed on as the naming sponsor for the entire venue.

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Mr. Supachai Chiaravanont, President and CEO of True Corporation PCL., commented, “With True Group’s mission to promote Thailand’s sports to the world standard, we are delighted to support True Arena Hua Hin as the project will become another dignified sports landmark of the country with an ability to host corporate events, international sport tournaments as well as world class entertainment.

The opening of True Arena Hua Hin is a strategic move for Proud Real Estate whose vision and mission has always been to promote Hua Hin as the new International tourist destination in Thailand.

Ms. Proudputh Liptapanlop, Executive Director of Proud Real Estate added, “True Arena Hua Hin is another step closer to achieving our goal. Since 2009,

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the Group has been focused on adding new attractions to Hua Hin, starting from the InterContinental Hua Hin Resort, Vana Nava Waterpark and the soon to be opened BluPort Hua Hin Resort Mall.

True Arena Hua Hin also has the ability to host corporate events, international sports tournaments as well as world class entertainment. This will help boost the MICE market as well as make the community more vibrant. The Center Court has the ability to host concerts and other performances and has the capacity for over 5,000 people.â&#x20AC;?

True Arena Hua Hin is expected to host at least 40 professional tennis tournaments over the next year following the success of the WTA125, the ATP 125 and the World Tennis Invitational that were held at the venue last year.

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Beach Polo Returns th to Hua Hin April 30

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he 2016 Asian Beach Polo Championship, the only championship polo match played on sand in Asia, returns to the beach in front of the InterContinental Hua Hin Resort on Saturday April 30th with a 1 pm start time. In its 7th year, the tournament is a fund raiser for the Nabha Foundation which is under the patronage of HRH Princess Bajrakitiyabha.

On March 30th a press conference was held in Bangkok where His Excellency Mr. Suwat Liptapanlop, Former Deputy Prime Minister of Thailand and Chairman of the event, Mr.Harald Link, Chairman of B.Grimm Group and as the President of Thailand Equestrian Federation and Miss Proudputh Liptapanlop, Executive Director of Proud Real Estate Co., Ltd discussed the readiness to hold this very popular spectacle.

Khun Suwat, Chairman of the tournament, stated that “The beach polo tournament has been held for consecutively 6 years and very successful as there are more foreign and local spectators every year. This year is the 7th time under the title “Asian Beach Polo Championship 2016”. Like the previous year, we gain generous support from both public and private entities particularly the Thailand Equestrian Federation, B. Grimm Group, Proud Real Estate Co., Ltd and the InterContinental Hua Hin Resort along with the Tourism Authority of Thailand Prachaup Khiri Khan.

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Mr.Harald Link, Chairman of B.Grimm Group and President of Thailand Equestrian Federation and the first beach polo player in Thailand said that “Beach Polo is the only horse-riding polo on the beach in Asia which is different from those played on grass.

Polo Beach takes place on the beach when the tide is low and uses a rubber polo ball similar to small soccer ball instead of the conventional polo ball to suit the competition ground. The rules of the game are based on international standard. There are 4 teams competing in this year’s event; Hong Kong, Malaysia, Belgium and Thailand.

In addition to the Beach Polo championship, daytime guests will also enjoy a “Grand Parade”, Kids Polo, a

fashion show on horseback and horse racing. Equally as fun is the nighttime event which this year has the theme “Bohemian Evening”. Starting at 6:30 in the garden of the new InterContinental Blu Port wing the night will include a cocktail dinner, music and dance as well as an auction. A donation of 1,000 baht will get you into the daytime event and includes lunch and beverages. A donation of 1,500 will also get you into the evening fun.

For more information, e-mail us at info@hothuahin.com.

Following the success of Red Mountain Residences our new project: ”Woodlands residences” is now 45% sold. Come and visit our new show house and experience our unique location alongside a beautiful stream and a large woodland communal area which will feature a children’s play area/BBQ area and where our current sales office will be transformed into a high end restaurant once the project is complete.

Final phase of Red Mountain: “Lakeside Residences” We are pleased to offer to the market 12 exclusive 2-bedroom pool villas with fantastic panoramic lake views from your in-pool dining area which offer unbeatable value as a rental or holiday home, with a stunning lakeside location which is unique in the Hua Hin housing market. Special discounts available on th first few units sold!

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he Hyatt Regency Phuket Resort is an incredible five-star hotel that caters to the needs of all; lone travellers, families, couples and newlyweds looking for a getaway to indulge through the combination of the forever-marking Thai hospitality and the efficacy and efficiency of the west.

This resort is located on the west coast of Phuket along the upscale Millionaire's

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Mile, lying at the edge of one of the islandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s steep hillsides, providing paradisiac views of the Kamala Cove and of the horizon that lays on the deep Andaman Sea. The resort welcomes you with a majestic open air lobby, the light ocean breeze and the friendly yet professional staff. Some of the rooms have an open concept too, where parts of the room

and the bathrooms overlook the beauty of the exterior through large balconies overlooking the sea, jacuzzis or private dipping pools. There are four kinds of rooms; Standard, View, Deluxe and Club, in order of ranking. The Standard room is decorated with contemporary furnishings, includes a large balcony with a seating area. The bathroom has a tub and a shower separately. The

room includes a bluetooth audio device, a flat screen TV and complimentary internet. The View room is very similar to the Standard; however, it boasts of incredible breathtaking panoramas of the ocean. The Deluxe and the luxurious Club rooms have hardwood floors, and like the View room, have some amazing ocean views. These rooms include a dining area and a large shaded

terrace with a daybed to read a book, meditate or simply breath in the beauty of the sea. Although there are notable differences from one room to the other, all of them are very spacious, luxurious, comfortable, and with striking aesthetic modern designs.

The Hyatt Regency Phuket also offers an array of diverse and delicious eateries.

There is The Pool House overlooking the

Kamala Cove, which is an all-day dining restaurant serving by the poolside which offers both the exotic local Thai dishes everybody canâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t get enough of, and the Italian comfort food which may once in a while make us feel a little closer to home. This restaurant offers a Thai Night Dinner Buffet which gives guests a gift to the taste buds with the true taste of Thailand.

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The Hyatt’s Pool Bar is famous for its relaxing Sunday brunches featuring a lavish array of delicacies from all over the world, as well as its variety of alcoholic beverages and exotic concoctions served throughout the evening. The Hyatt’s signature restaurant is called the Sunset Grill and it’s one of Phuket’s finest. Offering an indoor or outdoor dining experience the Grill focuses on daily sourced local sustainable products, fresh vegetables, seafood, seasonal selections and prime meats all served from its show kitchen. The Sunset Grill is perched high in the hills, at the top of the resort, providing breath taking views, especially as the sun sets in the distance.

The resort’s recreational amenities form an important part of the hotel. This includes one of Phuket’s largest private infinity pools to bask in the glory of being in a private space, but really feel the vastness of the ocean below as well as being in touch with the nature that surrounds the resort. The hotel has a children’s swimming pool and for those parents who want to take a little break from parenting during their holidays, there is a supervised play area with a foosball table and other games to entertain the younger.

Other amenities include a luxurious Club Lounge for Regency Club guests who can enjoy their very own infinity pool and a fully equipped fitness centre for guests who want to keep up with their health regime during their holiday as they would do, if they were back at home. Finally, the Regent Hyatt Hotel boasts of one of the most important Spas in all of Phuket, the Nahm Spa. It promises to rejuvenate and heal clients within, through the use of the ways and traditions of the sea gypsies that help you connect to the sea. The spa promises to revitalise, replenish and harmonize the body and the mind as the sea gypsies once would.

Guests can enjoy all kinds of treatments, including body scrubs, massages, mani pedis in the Spa which features nine treatment rooms with views to the sea, and a large jacuzzi.

The hotel provides a complimentary shuttle bus service to the main Kamala beach on a fixed schedule from ten in the morning to six in the evening every day.

Guests can easily use this transportation to go to the Kamala Beach and organize a day excursion from there in order to enjoy all the activities and all the adventures Phuket has to offer. One can go cave exploring, waterfall hunting, sightseeing, deep sea diving, and beach hopping. Although the Hyatt Regency Phuket will make one feel so well taken care of and pampered that a ride to Kamala Beach might not even be necessary!

Hyatt Regency Phuket Resort 16/12 Moo 6, Tambon Kamala, Amphur Kathu, 83150 Phone: 076 231 234

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Sunset Grill, Hyatt Regency Phuket Resort

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unset Grill Restaurant’s name tells you pretty much all you need to know about this excellent hillside restaurant at the Hyatt Regency Phuket Resort. The open-sided eatery serves up high-quality grilled dishes with a panorama and stunning backdrop of the sun sinking into to Andaman Sea, all in is the perfect place to chill under the stars while sipping from our extensive wine list, cocktail menu or refreshing freshly squeezed juices.

Sunset Grill is a little bit tricky to reach.

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to take you up-down the hill.

Alessandro Martinelli, The Head Chef and his team offers carefully selected meat, the freshest local seafood and market-fresh vegetables are grilled to perfection on the open-air grill.

Highlights from Sunset Grill Restaurant include Grilled squid with ginger and garlic confit and soft shell crab salad with tangerine and sweet tamarind dressing – and that’s just for appetizers!

Top choices from the main courses include Grilled Tuna Steak, Avocado, Tomato, Shallot Soy Dressing, Australian Beef Sirloin,150 Days Grain Fed 250g, King Prawns Flambéed with Chalong Bay Rum, Garlic, Parsley for the person who in-love with seafood.

Of course, a meal is not complete without dessert. “Chiang Mai” Rhubarb and Raspberry Crumble, Vanilla Ice Cream, The ice cream flavors were pretty rich. So yummy Being the restaurant of a five-star hotel, Sunset Grill Restaurant delivers the topquality product and service you would expect of such a place, It is primarily an evening dining option, with the addition of an extensive wine selection and Coctails selection creating one of the most romantic restaurants along Phuket’s west coast.

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ne of Thailand’s most anticipated events, the Anantara King’s Cup Elephant Polo tournament took place from March 10th thru the 14th in Bangkok. Originally held at the royal seaside resort town of Hua Hin, the tournament moved to Bangkok in 2014.

This year’s pitch was purposely built for the tournament along the Chao Phraya river, very near the Anantara’s famous Riverside Resort.

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Ten teams were entered with players coming from around the world, including Miss Thailand, the New Zealand All Blacks rugby players and professional polo players who all created many memorable on (and off) pitch moments. The Anantara itself fielded two teams, the Anantara Arabian Knights from the UAE and the Anantara Hotels, Resorts, Spa a team which included Manish Jha, the General Manager of their Hua Hin resort.

Twenty ex-street elephants participated in this year’s tournament, during which time they received full veterinary checks from the Zoo-logical Parks Organisation of Thailand (under the patronage of HM the King of Thailand) and the Department of Livestock Development.

In addition, all elephants were given essential vitamins, food and care which are not available to them during their normal daily lives.

The tournament began early the morning of the tenth with a traditional ceremony overseen by monks who placed sacred garlands over the necks of the stars of the event, the 20 street elephants, and then blessed them with a trickle of sacred water. Thailand’s last elephant spirit men the Kruba Yai, who possess spiritual guardianship over all elephants in the Kingdom, also presided over the rituals and assured polo players and spectators alike that the tournament

would indeed be a resounding success.

The opening match saw reigning champions King Power easily beat host team Anantara with a resounding 10 – 6 win, but the match of the day was between Citibank and PWC’s mighty New Zealand All Blacks rugby players Robin Brooke, Olo Brown and Charlie Reichelmann.

There was impressive play on both sides, with the All Blacks kicking off

the game with an early goal. Citi came back strong with solid teamwork and long passes up the field ensuring a flurry of goals, resulting in a six-all draw at half time. The experienced polo players Robert Mullis and Oliver Winter continued to showcase their domination on the pitch resulting in the final score of 11 – 6, with Citi beating the mighty PWC All Blacks.

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Day two’s match of the day was between Audemars Piguet and the all lady team Casillero Del Diablo (CDD) featuring former Miss Thailand Areeya Sirisopa. Audemars Piguet’s professional horse polo players the Kalaan brothers, Uday and Angad showed their world champion skills matched with Cameron Humphries stellar defense early in the match scoring the first seven goals of the game.

Audemars Piguet’s strength early in the match continued into the second chukka and proved to be too strong for the CDD ladies with the final score of 10 – 6.

The big winners however were the 1,000 local school children that attended that day. Known as Chang Noi Day (Little Elephant Day), children from local schools all over Bangkok were invited to get up close with the elephants and learn more about their national animal.

A range of educational walks, games and activities all teaching the benefits of elephant conservation and well-being were put on by the organizers.

Day three of the 14th King’s Cup Elephant Polo Tournament adopted a slightly more stylish approach to the competition as the ladies off field dressed to the nines for Ladies Day, also known as ‘Bangkok’s Ascot’.

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The competition on the pitch was as fierce as ever with all 10 teams vying for a place in the semi-finals. King Power, Audemars Piguet, the Arabian Knights each won their matches and Johnnie Walker Blue Label versus Mekhong drew in their match together but it was the exhibition shoot off between the New Zealand All Blacks rugby legends Olo Brown, Robin Brooke and Charlie Riechelmann and the Miss Tiffany transgender team that drew the largest crowds. The All Black’s showed their sporting prowess by winning 2 – 0.

Although the Miss Tiffany ladies were not successful on the pitch, offside ‘Ladies Day’ saw a plethora of women who came dressed to impress in the hope of winning the grand prize of a trip to Paris which was awarded to the best dressed lady of the day. The day was attended by well-known celebrities such as Miss Thailand Areeya Sirisopa, Asia’s Next Top Model Host Cindy Bishop and socialist Joy Sopitpongsathorn.

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On Sunday March 13th, the highly anticipated final was presided over by the King of Thailand’s Royal representative, H.E. Privy Councilor, Air Chief Marshal Chalit Pukbhasuk.

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Polo trophy. Rueang Chang captained

by Ed Story along with Taweesak Keereekaew and Prakorn Saejaw and King Power captained by Tom Claytor with Nattapong Pratumlee and Satid Wongkraso went head to head in a thrilling final.

The first half was dominated by Rueang Chang but no goals were scored.

Things heated up in the second chukka with King Power battling to regain their King’s Cup crown. Rueang Chang had looked good early on but in the second half King Power showed their prowess and their professional polo experience with Tom Claytor and Nattanpong Pratumlee scoring all the goals in the second half.

With only one minute to go the game was 8-7 with King Power Captain Tom Claytor scoring the winning goal in the dying moments of the match, resulting in a final score of 9-7.

The tournament was introduced to Thailand in 2001 by Anantara Hotels, Resorts & Spas and has grown to become one of the biggest charitable events in the

Kingdom, raising funds for projects that better the lives of Thailandâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s elephant population. THB15 million has been raised this year taking the total raised to date to an impressive THB 47 million (US$1,300,000) The money raised from the 2016 tournament will be donated to a variety of elephant related pro-jects including

funding a new mobile clinic in Mae Teang, Chiang Mai Province which has the largest concentration of trekking camps in Thailand. Funds will also be donated to the Zoological Parks Organisation of Thailand to support projects to improve the year round lives of the 200 elephants and mahouts in Ban Ta Klang, in Surin Province where the exstreet elephants face on-going hardship.

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Other significant benefits from the money raised by the tournament include: the ongoing Thai Elephant Therapy Project which has been underway since 2009 in conjunction with Chiang Mai University’s Department of Occupational Therapy, with future clinics to include children with Down’s syndrome and other conditions. A THB 500,000 gantry to help lame elephants stand, donated to the Thai Elephant Conservation Centre (TECC); 4,000 trees planted in Hua Hin for elephant corridors to stop farmer/elephant conflicts; funding a conservation curriculum for schools to teach children the importance of conservation and protection of wild elephants in Thailand and funding Asia’s first workshop to show traditional elephant trainers and camp owners the benefits of Positive Reinforcement Training for captive elephants.

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L et’s Go, Kho Phi Phi

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t times, all one wants to do, is to relax in the sun, surrounded by the luxury of a picture perfect and marvellous white sandy beach. If this is done in the middle of an island of lush greenery and crystalline blue waters, then all the better. This month, HOT Magazine has the pleasure to review one of Thailand’s most fantastic sites: the paradisiac islands of Koh Phi Phi.

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As always though, we begin with some history. Legend has it, that this island may have derived its name from Krabi, meaning “sword”. It is said that an antique sword was found and removed from the deep of its soil before the town came to be formally founded. The name itself does not have its origin in the Thai language, but in Malay: its original name was Pulau Api-Api, which translates to “The Fiery Isle”. This references the

Pokok Api-Api, meaning “Fiery Tree” in English, due to the many grey mangrove trees that are found throughout the entire island. It has been deduced through the discovery of archaeological remnants, that Koh Phi Phi was one of Thailand’s oldest communities and that it is so old in fact, that it is said to date back to times of prehistory, over twenty-two centuries ago. Today, we have just hints of what the Island’s ancestors left us with, for

instance the art of batik painting which is still today practiced by the locals. In addition, there is a large availability of Krabi handicrafts, such as the very rustic pineapple paper.

Koh Phi Phi is 38 Km southwest of Krabi, off of Thailand’s Andaman Coast, The Phi Phi islands are some of the most visually stunning in Southeast Asia and are accessible via a mere forty-fiveminute speedboat trip or a ninety-minute

ferryboat ride from either Phuket or Krabi. This means that one can, in less than an hour, be in Thailand’s ultimate tropical getaway to indulge in all its classic white sandy beaches, incredible rock formations and translucent turquoise waters.

clown fish, as well as moray eels and large majestic tortoises. On land we find the iconic macaque, a cute friendly monkey found in many other parts of Thailand too. We find equally interesting reptiles of different species, from sea to land snakes and monitor lizards.

Koh Phi Phi possesses a great range of wildlife with all colours of the visual spectrum. In the water there are varieties from the mighty lionfish to the famous

Koh Phi Phi’s marine wildlife, along with its crystal clear waters, makes it a very popular site for scuba divers and snorkelers alike. The most popular beach

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for this purpose is Yao Beach. This stretch of sand is south of Ton Sai and provides all of the visitors there some spectacular sights of fantastic coral reefs. Naturally, it is easy to deduce because of its unique natural beauty that Yao Beach receives the greatest quantity of visitors at once, thus if you prefer a quieter holiday spot, you can venture to somewhere like Hin Tao. Hin Tao is a much quieter beach that can solely be accessed by foot. The short journey on foot makes it a remarkable little adventure and once the beach has been reached, its splendour will not disappoint.

Phi Phi is actually a group of six islands. The two main islands are Phi Phi Don and Phi Phi Leh. The bigger and inhabited Phi Phi Don attracts the most visitors to stay in the beautiful shores while the smaller uninhabited Phi Phi Leh has stunning bays and beaches, including the world-famous Maya Bay, which was where the movie “The Beach” starring 2016 Oscar winner Leonardo Dicaprio, was filmed. It was after the release of the movie that the islands

came to have real notable worldwide prominence. All of Koh Phi Phi’s natural beauty is protected by national park status, which means that any infractions or damages to the environment, theft or activity that compromises the environmental integrity of the island is severely punished by law as a serious crime. It is these strict laws however that have made Koh Phi Phi one of Thailand’s most popular destinations for scuba diving and snorkelling.

One of the “musts” on Phi Phi Don is to check out the viewpoint. It is a ten to twenty-five-minute walk around 186m above sea level which takes you to a spot where one can enjoy the jaw dropping view of the island in all its entirety. If this walk is too much for your fitness regime, you can also enjoy a similar perspective of the island at the Banana Bar, where you can enjoy some scrumptious snacks and an exotic cocktail while soaking in the magnificence of the view. Other activities on this larger island include a visit to Monkey Beach, where one can try to make friends with its cute little

inhabitants but with care since they can get a little aggressive at times While on the island be sure to take in one of the highly skilled and entertaining fire shows held at night in distinct venues such as Carlito’s, Apache Bar, and Carpe Diem. For quieter moments you can visit the Tsunami Memorial Garden, a peaceful place for some meditation and paying respect to all the victims of the tragedy.

Ko Phi-Phi is known to be heaven on earth. A place made to encounter peace of mind, and which will with its energy cleanse both body and soul. The island’s stunning looks, crystal clear water, and white sandy beaches attract tourists from all over the world and make it one of the top ten places to visit in the South East Asia region. Although many people visit just for the day, booking accommodations on the island for a several day stay is highly recommended.

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The MB Café and Restaurant is located at the beginning of Viphavadhi Rangsit Rd in Bangkok and serves absolutely delicious foods and beverages. It’s not only a great place to dine but also a wonderful venue for private parties and weddings.

On the night we were there we started with a delicious appetizer, that being their green apple and tuna salad. It was the perfect combination of tastes between the somewhat tart fresh fruit and the fish all of which were drizzled with a traditional flavor of Thai salad dressing.

Our starter was followed by a dish we were told was a “must,” the Somtam ton orn Tanta Wan with grilled king size river prawn. Traditional Somtam is made with papaya but this is made with sunflower sprouts. “Ton orn Tanta wan” means sunflower sprouts. This is a signature dish at MB Café and one that is famous for not only its taste but also for being so nutritious.

Next up with was their Fried Sundried Pork with herbs. We were told the processes to make this dish is to marinate the sun-dried pork with coriander root, black pepper, garlic, and multiple herbs before deep frying with kaffir lime leaves and mushrooms at a very high heat for only 4-5 minutes. By cooking this way, it allows the dish to be crispy on the outside while soft on the inside.

As we were eating traditional Thai it only made sense to end our dinner with the classic Thai desert, sweet mango with sticky rice. The serving was plentiful and appropriately drizzled with sweet creamy coconut syrup.

The MB Café serves authentic Thai food in a nice setting with friendly service. Well worth a visit next time you’re in the city.

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7 Tips For A Great Tan

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rom a non-Thai perspective, people tend to look great when they have a bit of a tan—it adds a warm glow to the skin, masks blemishes, and helps make colorful clothes stand out. It can be tricky business, getting the right tan— there are UV rays to worry about, awkward orange colors to avoid (think Donald Trump), and tan lines to consider. With a little knowledge and forethought, you can overcome any obstacles, and get that tan you're looking for—and we'll show you how. Follow these simple steps and get that golden glow in short order!

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Hydrate your skin. Skin that's well hydrated will tan better than dusty, dry skin. To prepare your skin to tan well, do the following: In the shower, exfoliate dry, dead epidermal cells by scrubbing gently with a rough cloth, loofah, or exfoliating soap.

Moisturize your skin with a lotion containing sodium PCA. It's a naturallyoccurring component of human skin that helps maintain a healthy epidermis, and works by attracting moisture from the air.

Apply the right level of sunscreen for your skin. If you have light skin, use a lotion with a higher SPF rating than if you have darker skin. No matter what your skin type or how much base you

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have built up, always use a sunscreen with at least an SPF rating of 15.

If you are going to be in the water, make sure your sunscreen is waterproof, or re-apply when you're out of the water. Otherwise, re-apply sunscreen as directed on the label— usually every couple hours.

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Wear sunscreen when you tan!

If you are just going to sit on the beach and tan for an hour put SPF 4-15 on, depending on how fair your complexion is and how much base you've already built up.

If you don't use sunscreen while tanning, UVA and UVB rays can still harm your skin, even if you don't get burned!

Use lip balm with sunscreen as well. Ideally, apply your sunscreen in the shade, and let it soak in for 20-25 minutes before you go into the sun.

Reapply as needed if you go swimming and the sunscreen is not waterproof, or every couple hours as directed on the label.

If you notice redness developing on your skin, get out of the light—you're already burned, and continuing to bake will only deepen the burn and increase your risk of serious damage.

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(Un)dress for success. Unless you want a patchwork quilt of tan lines, wear the swimsuit you will wear when you are swimming!

Wearing the same swimsuit will give you a smooth, buttery tan that flows from skin to bathing suit.

Skip the swimsuit altogether if you can. The only thing better than minimal tan lines is no tan lines at all!

underarms.Or spend one day on your backside and one day on your frontside If you don't want to lie around all day, but still want that tan, another alternative is to go for a jog, or even a walk. This not only increases your sun exposure and increases your tan but helps give you a slim, toned body at the same time. Yummy!

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Protect your eyes. They can be burned, too. For tanning, though, it's better to either wear a hat or just keep your eyes closed rather than wear sunglasses. Bright light on your optic nerve stimulates the hypothalamus gland, which in turn causes the production of melanin, thus achieving a deeper tan.

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Hydrate! Make sure you drink plenty of water. Jump in the pool to cool yourself down now and then, too. Don't worry, this will not harm your tanning in the least.

Don't forget to re-apply your sun screen afterwards.

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After you tan, moisturize. Use an aloe-based skin lotion to sooth and moisturize your skin. It will help keep your skin healthy and will prevent it from becoming flaky and dry from the sun.

As with all things, tan in moderation—great looking skin can end up looking like leather if you stay in the "oven" too long.

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Move while you tan. Think "rotisserie chicken." To get that great, all-over browning, you have to keep on the move.

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rehistory is one of the most fascinating concepts that humanity has ever laid its interest on. Perhaps because it is so remote and inaccessible. Perhaps because of the staggering differences between that which drew life back in the day in comparison to the mundane world of the twenty first century. Or perhaps it is a combination of both. Scientists and artists have always made an effort to vividly expose the prehistory in all its might, with its environment, conditions and life forms. The latter is what has

drawn the inspiration of Dinosaur Planet, a theme park opened in the heart of Bangkok, designed to provide the liveliest experience possible to the visitor.

Dinosaur Park is imposing from the very commencement of the adventure through it. One arrives to find a towering triplet of conical reproductions of granite-like rocks in suspension over the entrance. In the largest and central one of them, lies written the name of the park, with the menacing exoskeleton of a Tyrannosaurus Rex breaking through the “O”.

Upon entering you can find a number of great towering figures that catch the eye. From Triceratops’, to Diplodocus’ to the mythicized Velociraptors and iconic Tyrannosaurus’. The former is the centre of a marvellous activity, the Raptor X-Treme: Consisting of a mission in which one has to escape the wrath of Velociraptor robots, this game can signify a great adrenaline injection if one immerses themselves in the situation and acknowledges what it may have been to suffer the pursuit of such mighty and quick creatures.

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We mentioned robots because almost all the figures are so, from the greatest to the smallest, all bear a semi-movable component that bring them to life: be it through movable jaws or through leaning necks, reaching paws or wagging tails, the dinosaur models are obviously not real, but they’re a very shy step away from what one could consider alive.

The next attraction that catches the visitor’s eye in a greater sense of the word, is the Dino Eye: A great Ferris wheel in which the public can elevate themselves to look at prehistory from the perspective of the mighty Pterodactyl, up and above the Bangkok skyline, with a fantastic view of not only the park in and of itself, but the entire surrounding area, the Dino Eye’s crystal capsule give the visitor a true treat.

If one has children, the Dino Farm remains the place to go to make them ride the sizeable attractions in the area, something calm that they are sure to enjoy. If you’re more fascinated by prehistoric history however, be sure to venture to the Dinosaur District, in which the knowledge never ceases and in which one has the opportunity to learn of all the different species through interactive media and skeleton observation.

Dinosaur Planet truly is one of the more entertaining spots one can venture to on a weekend, alone, with a partner or with the entire family. Want to travel back a hundred and fifty million years?

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6,900,000 THB

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• Located Approximately 15 minutes from Hua Hin • Built by Award Winning Hua Hin Developer • Close to Black Mountain Golf & Water Park

• Located Approximately 10 minutes from Hua Hin • Premium Kitchen appliances, doors and windows • Completely turn-key ready to move in

Beds : 3 Land area : 760 m2

Beds : 2 Land area : 400 m2

Baths : 2 Living area : 355 m2

Baths : 2 Living area : 155 m2

HUA HIN’S BEST BUYS Hua Hin Town

Countryside • Minutes walk to the Beach and New BluPort Mall when opened • Many beachfront restaurant and bars within minutes’ walk • Close to Black SeaPine Golf & Water Park

Khao Takiab

Beach • Located approximately 5 minutes from Hua Hin • Amari w/beach club/ 2 large pools • Fitness, 4 restaurants, furnished

Khao Tao

Beach • Located approx. 15 minutes South of Hua Hin Center • 180 degree ocean view, Hotel Amenities • Fully furnished / turnkey

22,800,000 THB

Khao Tao

11,220,000 THB

#AG-B4089

Beachfront

#AG-A58

Beds: 4 Baths: 4 Living area: 192 m2 Land area: 252 m2

• Located approx. 15 minutes South of Hua Hin Center • 180 degree ocean view, Hotel Amenities • Modern/High Rental Returns

Beds: 2 Baths: 2 + 1 Living area: 187 m2

5,950,000 THB

Khao Takiab

6,250,000 THB

#AG-A56

Near Beach

#AG-A55

Beds: 1 Baths: 1 Living area: 44 m2

2,950,000 THB

#AG-A57 Beds: Studio Baths: 1 Living area: 48 m2

• Located approximately 5 minutes from Hua Hin • Amari w/beach club/ 2 large pools • Fitness, 4 restaurants, furnished

Khao Tao

Beds: 1 Baths: 1 Living area: m2

21,950,000 THB

Beachfront

#AG-A54

• Located approx. 15-20 minutes South of Hua Hin • Ocean & beach views, Oceanfront pool • Euro kitchen, Air cons, large covered deck

Beds: 5 Baths: 5 Living area: 250 m2

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HUA HIN’S BEST BUYS Hua Hin North

#AG-V171

19,500,000 THB

This modern Hua Hin golf course home is located in Palm Hills, the “Beverly Hills” of Hua Hin. With majestic mountain and water views this “almost” new home is stylishly decorated with high quality furniture and high end kitchen appliances. All 3 bedrooms are en-suite plus there is a separate guest bathroom. A covered terrace gives you golf course, water and mountain views, the perfect place to entertain guests or just to relax and soak in natures beauty. Included in this home’s purchase is a lifetime family membership to the Palm Hils Golf Club and Palm Hills separate Fitness Club.

Beds: 3

Baths: 3

Hua Hin North

Living area: 650 m2 Land area: 854 m2

#AG-B116

27,500,000 THB

This Hua Hin golf course home is located in the prestigious golf course community of Palm Hills and offers gorgeous park like views overlooking a lake and golf course. The mature grounds contain a three car enclosed garage with storage, two one-bedroom guest houses both en-suite, a main house with 3 bedrooms all en-suite, a bedroom/fitness room en-suite with steam room, an oversized kitchen amd maids quarters en-suite.

The 15-meter swimming pool overflows and there is a 10 person jacuzzi with waterfall feature. This Hua Hin Golf Course home comes with a family lifetime golf membership and a separate fitness facillity lifetime family membership.

Beds: 7

80

Baths: 8

Living area: 750 m2 Land area: 2,400 m2

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Hua Hin North

#AG-B4045

29,000,000 THB

This panoramic golf-course-view pool villa offers premium quality in a premium location. The European Kitchen utilizes high end Smeg appliances and the residence has a comprehensive home automation system. The swimming pool is large at 5 X 13 meters. Included in this home’s purchase is a lifetime family membership to the Palm Hils Golf Club and Palm Hills separate Fitness Club.

Beds: 5

Baths: 5

Hua Hin North

Living area: 710 m2 Land area: 1600 m2

#AG-V170

29,000,000 THB

This large impressive golf course home is located in Palm Hills, approximately fifteen minutes from Hua Hin’s center. From its commanding position you have great golf course and mountain views. This large home has four bedrooms, all en-suite, an office, two covered terraces, a large swimming pool, covered parking for two cars, electric gate and mature topical gardens. This home comes with a lifetime membership to both the golf course and the separate fitness

Beds: 3

Baths: 5

Living area: 650 m2 Land area: 2000 m2

HUA HINâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S BEST BUYS Hua Hin North

Beds : 6 Baths : 7 Land : 1,600 m2 Living : 700 m2

#AG-V164

60,000,000 THB

Located in Palm Hills,

Hua Hin North

#AG-V162

69,000,000 THB

Approximately 20 minutes from Hua Hin, this spectacular golf course estate consists of the main house, 2 guest houses and a helipad. Within the main house there is an exceptionally large living room, a library, five bedrooms, five bathrooms, two half-bathrooms, a dining room, a wine and food cellar, a pond with a wet bar, a pool (thirtythree meters at its widest and deep enough for diving), a lanai with outdoor shower, and a sala for meditation. There are 2 guest houses with 5 additional bedrooms.

Beds: 10 Baths: 10

Living area: 1700 m2

Land area: 4800 m2

Beds: 5

Baths: 5

Living area: 775 m2 Land area: 4.800 m2

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