HOT Magazine, February 15, 2017

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ISSUE 2 VOLUME 05, FEBRUARY 2017

H T MA AZINE Issue 2 / Volume 05 / 2017

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Dear Reader Welcome to Issue 2, Volume 5 of HOT Magazine. This month we start out by taking you to the Palm Bistro Beer and Wine Bar in Hua Hin. This popular eatery is into its sixth year of operation, offering creative quality dishes at reasonable prices. It’s also the place to go for imported craft beers in bottle and draught and some truly enjoyable wines. Have a seat and turn to page 12.

Muay Thai, also known as Thai Boxing, is a national sport and cultural martial art of Thailand. Referred to as “The Art of Eight Limbs”, it uses eight points of contact to mimic weapons of war.

The hands become the sword and dagger, the shins and forearms hardened to act as armor against blows, the elbow to fell opponents like a heavy hammer, the legs and knees the axe and staff. The body operates as one unit. The knees and elbows constantly searching and testing for an opening while grappling and trying to spin an enemy to the ground for the kill. On Saturday evening January 28th, the sunken center court at True Arena Hua Hin was turned into a fighting pit for the Women’s Fight Muay Thai World Championship.

Sift through the pages of blood sweat and tears starting on page 36.

Incredible India. It’s not just a tourism slogan but a truth. Just 4 hours by air from Bangkok’s international airport you’ll land in New Delhi, the Capital of India. Colorful and alluring, it’s India’s gateway with 35 million people spread out over an area of 1483 square kilometers. Our Let’s Go feature this month takes us to this chaotic yet exotic city. Capture the sights on page 44.

This month’s Let’s Check In feature takes us back in time to the era of King Rama V. The Muang Mallika Project, also known as The Siamese Living Heritage Town is part theme park, part living museum and part street market. Here you must change your clothes into those typically worn in Siam during the 1900’s as well as exchange your money for currency used during that period. Located in the Sai Yok District of Kanchanaburi Province, approximately 150 Km’s West of Bangkok, this town takes you back in time in every aspect possible. Get comfortable in your rickshaw and turn to page 58 to see for yourself.

Those are just a few of the stories you’ll find in this month’s issue.

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

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Tanya Siri Vijitsomphong Editor, HOT Magazine

Contents 12 Let’s Eat, Hua Hin Palm

Bistro Beer and Wine Bar 16 HOT Around Hua Hin

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22 La Bua Resort Grand

Opening Party 23 Hua Hin Business Network 26 MCC at Royal Dusit Hall 32 HOT Around Bangkok 36 Women’s Muay Thai

Championship at

True Arena Hua Hin

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44 Let’s Go, New Delhi 52 Hyatt Regency Gourgan 58 Let’s Check In,

Mueng Mallik 68 Let’s Stay,

Marriott Bangkok 77 Hua Hin’s Best Buys

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MODEL Nadia Patta Miss Mimosa Queen Thailand 2015 PHOTOGRAPHER Sunya Yamaka

MAKE UP

My Day Wedding

DRESSES

ZuZa Fashion

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MODEL Nadia Patta Miss Mimosa Queen Thailand 2015 PHOTOGRAPHER Sunya Yamaka

MAKE UP

My Day Wedding

DRESSES

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ne of the most challenging businesses to be in is the restaurant business, especially in Hua Hin where your choices seem limitless. But, like in any product category, if you are consistently good at what you do, both in product and service and you’re priced right, you’ll always have customers. That is the case with the Palm Bistro Beer and Wine Bar

who have been pleasing customers with their quality food, reasonable prices and changing menu for over six years now.

The Palm Bistro is a family friendly restaurant where you can be assured of a delicious meal in a relaxed environment.

Their menu is a fusion of Thai & Western cuisine with an astonishing selection of local beers, English Ales and American Craft Beers, both bottled and draught.

They also have an extensive wine selection, ciders and cocktails.

While quite a bit of the menu stays the same, there is a nice selection of starters, main courses and deserts that are changed on a weekly basis. Dishes from the weekly selection that prove very popular are then migrated to the permanent menu.

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There were four of us on our most recent visit to Palm Bistro. We all began with starters which were Pumpkin Cream soup, Red Pinto Bean served in a Tortilla scoop, Homemade Chicken Pate, with pineapple chutney and Bruschetta with smoked Salmon. I ordered the Pumpkin Cream soup. To be honest, I’m not a big pumpkin fan but I was the last to choose and I didn’t want to order a duplicate dish. I was in luck though because the creamy Pumpkin Soup was really delicious and I would certainly order it again. The Red Pinto Bean served in a Tortilla Scoop starter was on the menu as a test for their themed Mexican Night. I sincerely hope it makes the cut because I’ll definitely be having that. It was like a thick spicy chili with a kick to it. I can’t tell you about the Homemade Chicken Pate with pineapple chutney because that is a dish I just don’t eat but I can tell you that the Bruschetta with smoked Salmon was full of flavor and juicy against the crunchy bread.

Our Mains included the Palm Bistro’s Fish and chips, Seared Tuna with mango Salsa, Spaghetti Olio with Sausage and Pad Krapao Pizza. The Fish and Chips are on their full-time menu and from the picture you can see why it’s so popular.

It is a big piece of flaky fish in a nice

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crispy batter with thick sliced homemade chips, mushy peas and a nice tartar sauce to accompany it. The Seared Tuna was thoroughly enjoyed as was my Spaghetti Olio with Sausage. I like a good Krapao and order it frequently but would at no time have thought to put it on a pizza.

My mistake however as all the flavors came together masterfully and I look forward to having another one with a few frosty beverages very soon.

Never one to turn down desert, the Sticky Toffee Pudding with Toffee Sauce and the Warm Chocolate Brownie, served with Ice Cream hit the spot perfectly.

A part of what makes the longevity of the Palm Bistro so admirable is that it’s not located in the center of town, like most of its peers, instead it’s at the entrance to the Orchid Palm Homes 4 housing estate, up and over the hill on Soi 88. The owners of the Palm Bistro are the developers of Orchid Palm Homes and the Mali Residence’s. You don’t have to own a house at Orchid to enjoy the restaurant though as it’s open to the public and has been a very popular and well talked about restaurant ever since they opened their doors six years ago.

The Palm Bistro also has special theme nights that are always well attended.

Coming up is a return of their popular Mexican Night on the 24th of February and their Steak Night on the 10th of March.

Tuesday thru Saturday they offer their “Early Bird Special” where from 17:30 to 18:30 you can have one starter and one main or one main and a desert for only 320 THB. Their Sunday Roasts are so well attended with regular customers that they have started a rewards program.

Dine with them on a Sunday and receive a Sunday Lunch card, get a stamp on every Sunday Lunch purchased and receive a free Sunday lunch after 10 lunch purchases. Booking is recommended as they can get quite busy. If you are hungry on a Sunday but their Roast doesn’t quite hit the spot, not to worry, their normal menu is also available. A Kids menu is available six days a week.

The Palm Bistro Beer and Wine Bar is open Tuesday thru Saturday for lunch from 10:30 to 14:30 and dinner from 17:30 to 22:00. Sunday they are open from 13:00 to 17:30.

The Palm Bistro Beer & Wine Bar 032 828 144 reservations@thepalmbistro.com 132/11 Orchid Palm Homes 4 1043 Road, Tabtai, Hua Hin www.thepalmbistro.com

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HOT AROUND HUA HIN DOGS & CATS CAN CHECKIN AT HYATT REGENCY HUA HIN As the number of travelers who want to take their pets along on trips increases, Hyatt Regency Hua Hin launches petfriendly services targeting pet lovers in Thailand. Starting from 1 January 2017, Hyatt Regency Hua Hin will embrace pet-friendly operations by assigning five pet-designated deluxe rooms with amenities and facilities especially for guests who travel with dogs or cats weight less than 10kg.

“As Hua Hin is a top destination for those who live in Bangkok, we acknowledge that some guests need rooms for their small animals and we are pleased to be able to accommodate their dogs or cats at our resort. With our reputation as a family-friendly resort, we would like to ensure that our guests can maximise their time together on vacation at Hyatt Regency Hua Hin, and do not have to leave their loved one behind. I strongly believe that this petfriendly service will bring more smiles to our guests,” said Mr Christian Wurm, General Manager of Hyatt Regency Hua Hin.

With advance reservations and information about their pets, Hyatt Regency Hua Hin will provide a bed and bowl to be arranged in the room with a supplemental charge of only THB 800 per night. The resort has assigned five pet-designated deluxe rooms in the same area. Additionally, some pet products such as Pampers and Pet Pee Pad are also available for purchase. To ensure a comfortable stay for every guest both with and without pets, the resort has created the information guide about pet-

friendly services which will be offered to all guests upon check-in.

For more information, please contact Hyatt Regency Hua Hin on +66 3252 1234, E-mail: bringyourpet2huahin@hyatt.com or huahin.regency@hyatt.com Website: huahin.regency.hyatt.com

TRUE ARENA HUA HIN HOSTED FOOTBALL ACTIVITY FOR 2017 CHILDREN’S DAY 2017 True Arena Hua Hin joined with 2 Touch Soccer School Hua Hin in hosting annual activity for Children’s Day 15th January 2017 at the football field of True Arena Hua Hin. In this regard, the football tournament juvenile level and youth level age between 9 to 13 years was held under the name “Children’s day tournament Hosted by True Arena Hua Hin”. In total, there are 4 youth football academies attended this tournament which are 2 Touch Soccer School Hua Hin Academy, Hua-Hin Seahorse 16

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Academy, Hua Hin Junior Academy and Fish Village Ratchaburi Academy.

This activity aims to give youth children, who love playing football, the opportunity to compete and building unity together. The tournament that had over 150 children ravish to be number one was categorized into 4 age groups not over 7 years, 9 years, 11 years and 13 years. The vigorous ambience of the game also drew attention from approximately 100 parents. According

to the result of the game, the winners of the group age not over 7 year and the group age not over 9 year is Fish Village Ratchaburi Academy. While the champions of the group age not over 11 year and the group age not over 13 year is Hua-Hin Seahorse Academy.

Regrettably Junior Academy and the host, 2 Touch Academy, missed out on the victories of each group.

For more information, please call 032 909 633 or info@truearenahuahin.com

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RELIEF FLOOD VICTIMS The InterContinental Hua Hin Resort together with Vana Nava Hua Hin Waterpark, True Arena Hua Hin Sport Complex and the BluPort Hua Hin Resort Mall organized a project to accept donations of food, medicine and other

necessities as well as cash to help the people of the Southern Province who were affected by the severe flooding that occured from January 11th to the 15th.

On the 16th of January, Khun

Proudputh Liptapanlop, CEO and the Management Team of Proud Real Estate Co. Ltd. handed out donations to the flood victims at Bang Saphan in the province of Prachuab Khirikhan.

ROTARY CLUB OF HUA HIN On January 21-22, 2017 the Rotary Club of Royal Hua Hin sponsored a 2-day English Camp for 70 students at Nongkhon School in Hua Hin. It was two days of fun and an enjoyable weekend for these kids to learn English taught by native English teachers and their team. The students showed so much enthusiasm and expressed their interest to learn more in the near future. The Rotary Club of Royal Hua Hin is an English-speaking club with 46 members of 18 nationalities and conduct community service projects for the underprivileged and disadvantaged people.

NEW CHIEF CONCIERGE FOR INTERCONTINENTAL HUA HIN RESORT InterContinental Hua Hin Resort is delighted to announce the appointment of Khun Sarawut Somphan or Yo as the hotel’s Chief Concierge with effect from 4th January 2017.

Before coming to Hua Hin, he held the position of Assistant Chief Concierge at Metropole The Crest Collection Bangkok since July 2016.

Prior to joining there, Khun Yo was

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assigned as the Chief Concierge at Vana Belle, A Luxury Collection Resort Koh Samui between December 2015 to July 2016. His other work experience in hospitality industry includes Somerset Lake Point Bangkok where he worked as the Assistant Chief Concierge for 9 years since May 2006 and a tour guide for 3 years from 2003.

HOT AROUND HUA HIN RED PIANO PRESENTS FREE FLOWING LAUGHTER Presented by The Comedy Club Bangkok and Red Piano Restaurant, legendary Comedy Central comedian Tom Rhodes, along with Brian Aylward and Chris Wegoda came down to give Hua Hin a barrel of laughs on Sunday January 8th. With laughs coming freely in the first half, Tom Rhodes came on to destroy the crowd and the laughs can still be heard today!

Stand-up comedy will be back at RED Piano on March 24th with the hilarious and very Irish Martin Mor who tours with Frankie Boyle, along with support acts as part of The Magners International Comedy Festival.

RED Piano Restaurant & Wine Bar Tel: 032 900 510 E-mail: manager@redpianohuahin.com

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HYATT FAMILY BEACH BBQ Hyatt Regency Hua Hin offers a unique beach BBQ experience for you and your family to enjoy beach dining together. Choose three menus and we will prepare ingredients, cooking equipment as well as the beautiful dinner set up for your family. Starts from THB 1,000 net per person or custom made menu (reservation at least 24 hours in advance is required.

Subject to weather and high or low tide conditions).

For more information, please contact Hyatt Regency Hua Hin on +66 3252 1234, e-mail huahin.regency@hyatt. com or visit huahin.regency.hyatt.com

MEMORABLE MICHELIN MOMENT WITH JEANMARC BANZO AT INTERCONTINENTAL HUA HIN InterContinental Hua Hin Resort presents two Michelin Stars – Chef Jean-Marc Banzo at La Residence, InterContinental Hua Hin Resort featuring a very special six-course wine pairing dinner with each delicacy paired with.

Chef Jean-Marc Banzo will present his inspired approach to French cookery and cuisine with his assistant, Chef Arnaud Davin on Saturday, 4 and Sunday, 5 March 2017, just after he delights diners in Bangkok the same during a visit to InterContinental Bangkok on 1 and 2 March.

Venue: La Residence, InterContinental® Hua Hin Resort.

Saturday, 4 March 2017: Six-course dinner with wine pairing from 7.00 p.m. THB 8,000 net per person.

Sunday, 5 March 2017: Four-course lunch from 12.00 p.m. THB 6,500 net per person.

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Beautiful home decor and lacquerware handicraft. Natural spa and beauty products for all your skin care.

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LA BUA RESORT OPENING PARTY On the 14th of January, the award winning La Bua Resort opened their doors for the Showcase of their luxurious and exclusive clubhouse & resort area. In attendance were Hua Hin’s most notable estate agents, property developers, designers and officials. Over 250 guests enjoyed this spectacular evening in luxurious settings & on the red carpet.

The picturesque clubhouse hosted the event, featuring a delicious international and Thai buffet, live music on the rooftop terrace and a fire show that contributed to what was an unforgettable evening.

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resort caters for a wide audience and budget.

The atmosphere and buzz surrounding the newly built resort has added a fresh and positive energy to the tourism scene in Hua Hin offering something new to holiday makers wishing to visit the charming seaside town. Only a twoand-a-half-hour drive from Bangkok, La Bua resort is sure to be a magnet for foreign and Thai holiday makers.

The contemporary architecture and prime location amid the lush landscape and greenery offers guests a unique range of accommodation with firstclass facilities and stylish interiors.

Whether you are seeking a weekend getaway, a romantic holiday, planning a wedding or a business meeting, La Bua Resort provides the perfect blend of

convenience, style and comfort for your stay. If the soft opening is anything to go by, La Bua Resort promises to be a big success, and will be host to many more enjoyable evenings to come.

For updates on upcoming events and progress visit their website: www. labuaresort.com or like their Facebook page at: https://www.facebook.com/ labuaresort/?fref=ts.

La Bua Resort falls under the umbrella of La Bua resort and residence, a 3-phase project that has had unsurpassed success over the last 2 years. With phase 1 and 2 sold out, properties are still available in Phase 3 which is scheduled to start construction in March 2017. For more information, you can visit their website at: www.labuahuahin.com.

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HUA HIN BUSINESS NETWORK On 26th January 2017 Hua Hin Business Network hosted a Job fair during the day at G Hua Hin Resort followed by a wine evening at East Rooftop bar open to all Hua Hin Businesses.

The Job Fair which was free to members was a success with 18 member companies joining to meet potential interns and employees and 150 students came looking for employment. The event included a Welcome Speech by

Khun Kittipas GM of G Hua Hin and Hua Hin’s own Vice Mayor Khun Montri. Students seeking employment came from the following Schools: Suan Dusit Rajabhat University, Phetchaburi Rajabhat University, Wangklaikangwon of Technology and Management College, Wangklaikangwon Industrial and Community Education College and Stamford University. Students came from a variety of education fields such as Hotel & Tourism, Marketing,

Business Administration, Business English, Information & Communication Technology, Public Administration and Community Development.

The evening ended with a wellattended networking session at beautiful East Rootop Bar & Lounge. Hua Hin Business Network events are open to all businesses for more info go to www.hh-b-n.com or look for Hua Hin Business Network on Facebook.

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HOT AROUND HUA HIN THE FRIDAY NIGHT BUFFET IS BACK AT FATHER TED'S The Friday night buffet has returned to Father Ted's. Come join during the high season for Father' Ted's very popular tasty buffet served every Friday starting at 7pm. Reservations are recommended.

Open 7 days a week, this popular Irish Pub has an extensive menu serving all day breakfast, Western, Italian, Mexican and Thai food as well as Roasts every Sunday. They have Live music 7 nights a week, plenty of sports on their many TV's on two floors and a great selection of draft beers. Located in the center of town, Father Ted's is a friendly easy place to find and offers indoor and outdoor seating.

Father Ted's Opening Hours 9:00AM to 1:30AM Damnernkaseam Rd., Soi 61 032 514 448 www.facebook.com/ fathertedsthailand

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HOT AROUND HUA HIN LE BAR HUA HIN Le Bar Hua Hin is located in the center of town across the street from Burger King and the City Beach Hotel. It’s the perfect place to unwind and enjoy a relaxed drink with family or friends.

Formerly known as Le Bar Francais the new owners have continued the focus on wine while still offering quality cocktails and light faire. Le Bar is distinctively different offering a classy alternative to the many bars in Hua Hin’s core.

Le Bar is stocked with a wide variety of wines from around the world. Currently one of their most popular is their French Chateau Treytins which is described as being renowned for its rich garnet colour, intense fruity aroma and velvety texture.

Le Bar is owned by 3 local Hua Hin ladies.

Khun Tai is the primary owner and oversees guest’s enjoyment most evenings. Khun Ging is a Co-Owner and PR Director as well as a fixture of the Hua Hin social scene and Khun Sumalee, the 3rd partner, is the owner of Star Property and Vice President of the Hua Hin’s women’s club.

Le Bar Hua Hin 12/3 Dumnenkasem Road 032 516 318 www.lebarhuahin.com

FRIDAY CHILAX AT TRUE ARENA'S HAWKEYE ROOFTOP BAR On Friday February 3rd at True Arena Hua Hin, the inaugural "Friday Chilax @ HawkEye Rooftop Bar" took place. HawkEye is True Arena's Roof Top bar and party area offering

panoramic mountain and city views.

With membership not required and open from 5pm to 11:30pm on Friday's only, Hawkeye is the place to meet friends or make new ones while enjoying chilled

out sounds, exotiq drinks and a full menu of finger foods, all at affordable prices. For more information call 032 909 633 or email info@truearenahuahin.com.

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HOT AROUND HUA HIN MCC AT ROYAL DUSIT HALL On Saturday January 28th, Khun Lizzy, the Grande Dame of Hua Hin, held her famous MCC gala dinner at the Royal Dusit Hall within the confines of the 5 Star Hua Hin Dusit Thani Resort.

Celebrating her 4th year of putting on the Multi Cultural Dinners, it was sadly announced that this would be her final one.

VIP Guests included Khun Rutprateeb Thammapipat, Hua Hin District Chief who joined as the Governor’s representative & Khun Montri Choophoo, Deputy Lord Mayor of Hua Hin Animal rights activist Edwin Wiek, founder of the Wildlife Friends Foundation, was celebrated as the Man of the Year for his work helping wild animals.

Highlights of the evening included a flag parade with 26 different flags representing all the nationalities that came together for the evening.

The Gala Dinner included the Dusit’s fabulous buffet, a free flow of wine and beer along with the music of Maria and Chris. Proceeds from the event were donated to the WFFT Wildlife Rescue Center.

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HOT AROUND BANGKOK WESTIN'S MONTHLY POOL PARTY CELEBRATES ITS ONE YEAR ANNIVERSARY

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Spend Saturday in the city lounging around and dipping into our stunningly situated swimming pool. The “Westin Pool Party”, is coming up on Saturday, February 18, 2017, features Pool Bar liquid refreshments and classic poolside bites plus an awesome line-up of DJ’s: • Honey G (Thailand) • Taka (Japan) • Vadim (Ukraine) • Natsha (Russia) OPEN BAR FROM 2 - 3 PM (All You Can Drink) SPECIAL DRINK OFFERS THROUGHOUT THE DAY. Entrance is THB 300 including one drink.

WESTIN Grande Sukhumvit 259 sukhumvit road, klongtoey-nua Wattana, Bangkok, Thailand Tel: 02 207 8033

“BLACK WINTER TRUFFLES” PROMOTION AT THE REFLEXIONS - PLAZA ATHÉNÉE BANGKOK

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It’s that delectable fresh black truffle time of year and The Reflexions French contemporary restaurant is inspired.

Extrovert epicurean Chef de Cuisine Roxanne Lange and her passionate sous chefs have secured steady supplies of the precious tubers with which to adorn their exquisite black truffle inspired classic and creative recipes.

Painstakingly harvested from selected oak and hazelnut trees in temperate climes, the unique flavour and aroma of Black Winter Truffles is oft described as slightly garlicky with a deep muskiness. Earthy and pungent, they’re deliciously funky.

Available through the height of the season from now until 18 March 2017, reservations are recommended.

The Reflexions Plaza Athénée Bangkok 61 Wireless Road, Lumpini, Pathumwan Tel: 02 650 8800, email:fb.bangkok@lemeridien.com

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A CULINARY TRIBUTE TO THAILAND’S BELOVED LATE KING Banyan Tree presents a grand showcase of Royal Project Cuisine in honour of his H.M. the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej Following in the late King's footsteps in embracing Sufficiency Economy Philosophy, these special dishes are made with key ingredients and harvest-fresh local produce sourced locally from Royal Project farms established under the patronage of H.M. the late King Bhumibol Adulyadej.

Embrace and help support the Royal Projects, the late King’s programme that has changed lives and produced some amazing food, and join us for a culinary feast during March in Saffron, Romsai and Apsara Dining Cruise.

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HOT AROUND BANGKOK SPECIAL OFFER

A SEAFOOD CELEBRATION Visit 57th Street restaurant for a seafood extravaganza. Every Friday and Saturday, we celebrate the end of the week with a variety of delightful delicacies including all-you-can-eat fresh seafood on ice, sushi and sashimi and grilled lobster tails. Savor madeto-order dishes such as tom yum with tiger prawns, pan-fried sea bass and steamed king mackerel. Pair your meal with endless wines and take your dining experience to the next level.

Friday – Saturday, 6 pm – 10.30 pm THB 1,950 net per person THB 650 net additional for free-flowing wines Bangkok Marriott Hotel Sukhumvit Sukhumvit Road Soi 57, Klongtan-Nua, Wattana, Bangkok 10110 Tel: +66 2 797 0013

EXTRAVAGANZA OF THEMED BUFFETS @ CHATRIUM RIVERSIDE'S RIVER BARGE RESTAURANT

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Chef Andrew Brown and his team have gone mad as March hares and come up with even more enticingly delicious dishes at what must surely be Bangkok’s very best themed buffet at the River Barge restaurant on the lobby floor. Available every night of the week the buffet line will be groaning under the weight of Chef’s signature specials, artisanal delicacies, premium imported meats, lavish local and international faves, fresh seafood and a dessert selection crammed with creamy goodness. And that’s not forgetting the stunning river views provided with our compliments.

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MICHELIN-STARRED CHEF NICOLAS ISNARD AT THE DISTRICT GRILL ROOM & BAR The Bangkok Marriott's District Grill Room & Bar welcomes French Michelinstarred Guest Chef Nicolas Isnard to excite Bangkokians with his fresh and sumptuous savors from Southern France to the heart of Thailand. Starting from 15 to 18 March 2017, Chef Nicolas will be bringing his Mediterranean and Italian influences to serve up some delectable flavors in classic French style.

Chef Nicolas co-owns the Auberge de la Charme restaurant at Prenois, France, which earned him a Michelin star in 2009 within a year that he and his three partners began operation and boasted four Gault & Millau toques. Since then, he has become a globally sought after

culinary consultant to major cities like Beijing, Singapore, Dubai, Moscow, Abu Dhabi, Jakarta, Ho Chi Minh, Casablanca, Macau and many more.

Chef Nicolas’ Southern French cuisine combines tradition and innovation, discipline and creativity with a mix of distinctive rustic flavors and provincial produce. Some of his specialties include Vichyssoise oysters, Carbonara 2016, Côtelettes d'agneau and French Onion Soup.

Bangkok Marriott Hotel Sukhumvit 2 Sukhumvit Soi 57, Klongtan Nua, Wattana Tel: 02-797- 0400

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TRUE ARENA NEWS SUN’S OUT – GO RUN You’ve been determined to get your weight down and your fitness up since the beginning of the year, the weather is definitely better so running has been your go to program, yet every time you hop on the scale, the results have been disappointing. Why is this so? While running does burn mega calories, here are some reasons you may not be seeing the weight-loss results you're after.

YOU BINGE AFTER A RUN Although a postrun snack is essential, make sure it's packed with protein and carbs and does not exceed 150 calories. If you exercised before a meal, enjoy a well portioned plate, and don't go overboard as a way to reward your efforts.

NOT ENOUGH MILEAGE If you're running and not seeing results, you might not be doing enough runs. Doing one 45-minute run or a couple 20-minute runs a week won't burn enough calories to lose weight. In order to lose a pound a week, you'll need to cut 500 calories each day, through a combination of diet and exercise. If

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losing weight is your goal, run three to four times per week and include strength training on the other days to boost metabolism.

YOU MIGHT BE BURNING LESS THAN YOU THINK You just got back from a run, you're covered in sweat, and you're convinced you burned over 500 calories. But did you really? Typically, a 150 lbs. woman will burn approximately 495 calories running 45 minutes at a 10-minute-permile pace. If you didn't run for that long or that fast, then you're not burning as many calories as you thought. It's best to track your workout just to be sure, using a heart rate monitor or download an app that will help you keep track.

SAME DAILY WORKOUT The problem lies with continually doing the same running workout.

Your muscles will quickly adapt to the demands you're placing on them, which will promote a weight-loss plateau. Mix up your running workouts: include speed intervals, hills, long runs, and short runs, and run on different surfaces and in new places to keep your

muscles guessing and continuously strengthening. As mentioned earlier, it’s important to include strength training into your weight loss program and not solely relying on running.

DITCH THE SCALE Running is one of the best ways to tone your lower body because it helps burn fat. Once fat is reduced, muscles pop out. Muscle tissue is more dense than fat tissue, so it takes up less space. This means that although your weight might not decrease (and might even go up a little), other body measurements will change, such as waist and bra size, or the shape of your bum. Numbers on the scale isn't always the best way to monitor your progress. Even though the scale's not budging, you might be able to fit into your favorite jeans.

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Women’s Muay Thai World Championship at True Arena Hua Hin

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n January 28th, Blood, Sweat and Tears appeared at True Arena in Hua Hin. Not the iconic 60’s Rock Band but the Women’s Fight Muay Thai World Championship. His Excellency Suwat Liptapanlop, former Deputy Prime Minister of Thailand presided over the opening ceremony.

Muay Thai, also known as Thai Boxing, is a national sport and cultural

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martial art of Thailand. Referred to as “The Art of Eight Limbs”, it uses eight points of contact to mimic weapons of war. The hands become the sword and dagger, the shins and forearms hardened to act as armor against blows, the elbow to fell opponents like a heavy hammer, the legs and knees the axe and staff. The body operates as one unit. The knees and elbows constantly searching and testing for an opening while grappling and

trying to spin an enemy to the ground for the kill.

In 1238, the first Thai army was created in the northern city of Sukhothai, Siam being its capital. The recorded history shows that a need to defend the capital city was spawned by many wars being fought between neighbouring tribes and kingdoms. The Siamese army was created to protect the government and its inhabitants within the city and

surrounding villages. Soldiers were taught hand-to-hand combat and how to use weapons, as well as how to use the entire body as a weapon. Their training is what eventually evolved into Muay Thai and Krabi Krabong.

Learning the military arts or “Muay Thai� became engrained in the culture of the early Siamese people. With the constant threat of war, training centers slowly began to appear throughout the

kingdom. These were the first Muay Thai camps. Young men practiced the art form for various reasons: selfdefense, exercise, discipline; monks even instructed at many Buddhist temples, passing down knowledge and history from one generation to the next.

As Muay Thai became popular with the poor and common people, it also became a required staple for the highclass and royalty. The two sons of King

Phokhun Sri In Tharatit, the first King of Sukhothai, were sent to learn at the Samakorn training center. The common idea was that good warriors made brave leaders and this would prepare them as future rulers of the kingdom.

Phokhun Ram Khamhaeng university is named after the writer of the first ancient text of Muay Thai. It is located in Bangkok along with the Sport Authority of Thailand.

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Apart from carrying on the legend of previous Kings Fighters and Thai heroines, this championship was purposely held to support and promote Women's Muay Thai fighters who have increasingly developed boxing skills and gained worldwide recognition.

True Arena’s sunken center tennis court was transformed for the evening into a classic Thai boxing stadium.

The evenings highlight match was a defending title fight which pitted Thailand’s Ticha Rongraenkeela Korat, the World Muaythai Council WMC Champion against Lisa Wor Santai from England. The 5-round bout saw Thailand’s Ticha, aka “Wai Jadjan,” scoring with her left kicks and left punches and in the last 3 rounds her peak conditioning was too much as she kept up her fast attack allowing her to successfully defend her title.

True Arena Hua Hin, a premier sports complex and state of the art fitness center has announced that they will establish a world-class Muay Thai Development Center to train Muay Thai fighters to compete internationally.

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Colorful and alluring, gateway to India, Delhi is located in the northern part of India, confidently standing on the west bank of the Yamuna River which is bounded by Uttar Pradesh on the

north and west and south by the city of Haryana. With an incredible population of 35 million inhabitants spread out over an area of 1483 square kilometers, the effervescent city offers a range of attractions for anyone and everyone, making a visit to Delhi an unforgettable journey.

Delhi is a city that may be hard to digest at first glance with its chaotic lifestyle reflected in the somewhat outrageous traffic circulation, its extensively crowded areas and the mixture of distinct aromas and sounds that cloud over the buzzing streets.

Delhi is filled with people whichever way you turn and wherever you go, a clear reflection of the capital city of India being one of the most populous cities of the country. Its long historic

association as the capital gives Delhi a peculiar culture which is exemplified in the roughly 1200 heritage buildings and as many as 175 important monuments declared national heritage sites that can be found around the city. The city is known to be a melting pot of culture and religion, all of which is reflected in its infrastructure, its people and many of its outstanding architectural creations. Some of the national heritage sites with diverse and special architectural significance include India’s largest mosque, the Jama Masjid, the India Gate, the 18th century astronomical observatory known as the Jantar Mantar, the Lotus Temple built in a notable flower-like shape which has won several architectural awards and a marvelous 15th century fortress named Purana Qila.

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f travelling is your passion and passion for a city is what you want to experience, you have not yet seen anything, till you have finally been to the chaotic yet exotic city of Delhi.

Just 4 hours by air from Bangkok, the fervent and hospitable city is one that encompasses deep-rooted culture, unique tradition, and an everlasting history through a clearly distinguishable multidimensional metropolis divided between the vastly distinct areas of what is known as New Delhi and its counterpart the mysterious and picturesque Old City.

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Just a few of the “must see” sights include the many beautiful Hindu temples spread out around Delhi, the extensive Parliament of India, some incredible palatial residences known to locals as havelis and memorials of Mahatma Gandhi, Indhira Gandhi and Jawaharlal Nehru. These 3 are some of India’s greatest and most impactful leaders. Memorial’s to other notable Indian personalities can be found at the Raj Ghat. Most of the historical sights are in the Old City area of the Capital. In New Delhi, one can observe a significant number of government buildings and official residences that are prevalently inspired on regal British Colonial architecture.

For those who wish to dive into Indian culture, Chandni Chowk is a must visit.

This 17th century market is one of the most frequented for the specific purpose of buying jewelry and the traditional attire for Indian women, the sari. This bazaar area is filled with the buzzing vibrancy of Indian locals and the curious aromas that linger in the air. In this market one can discover India’s richness in fabrics and design as well as observe Delhi’s unique and majestic arts and crafts. Zardozi for instance is the art of embroidering with a gold or metallic colored thread as well as studded pearls and precious stones, a type of clothing embellishment that used to be used on the attire of the Rajas and Maharanis of India. Meenakari too is another craft which consists of the art of enameling, coloring and ornamenting the surface of 46

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metals, a beautiful process which the results of can be enjoyed at metal shops selling varied metal ornaments decorated in this crafty style.

Chandni Chowk is a fascinating place which also boasts of one of the most popular streets for amazing Indian food eateries known as the Gali Paranthe Wali which can be translated to the street of flat bread, a street which has been there since the 1970s, offering customers Indian fast food sold by street vendors or small local dining places known as dhabas. Street vendors sell their vegetables by simply laying them on large cloths on the floor and the hustle and bustle of buyers around, as well as the rickshaw drivers, create a constant traffic chaos that is a unique and unforgettable experience.

Food is most definitely one of the important components to look forward to obsessing over, after a memorable trip to Delhi. Delhi cuisine is something which you can never get enough of and which you will seek to find in your home country and may even succeed. However, the authenticity of the spices, the way and the order in which the different tastes melt in your mouth within the confines of a friendly Indian joint will never be replaceable. Delhi’s classic dishes include the famous butter chicken, a curry blended with butter and spices that has an incredibly fluffy texture and his combined perfectly with large juicy chunks of chicken. Delhi also offers the perfect snacks such as the Aloo Samosa which is like a Spanish empanadilla with spice rich potatoes on its inside or the typical street food; aloo chat, a combination of potatoes, beans and spices served in little plates and mixed with a blend of masalas and a special yoghurt chutney or sauce. This snack, light meal or side dish is the perfect blend of flavors in one sole dish.

And if rich in spices and potent tastes is not part of your jam, Delhi’s sweets will never disappoint. For instance, the traditional sweet lassi is a drink made from a mix of sweetened yoghurt and water in which you can also add a fruit. Popular versions of lassi that exist are banana lassi, mango lassi, or plain sweet lassi with no fruit. The sweet lassi is most definitely the perfect cool drink to accompany a meal or to end it on a sweet note and at the same time beat the harsh Delhi heat.

Getting around Delhi can be quite challenging as the city is so vast and street names are not necessarily as available to the naked eye as one would like. So, although India has an extensive metro system and one can chose to ride on the rickshaws driven by locals for short distance journeys, we recommend Uber and Grab Taxi as the best way to get around Delhi as one can enjoy the services of English speaking drivers who are well familiarized with the trending places and the touristic spots in the city that you mustn’t leave without visiting.

Delhi’s majestic buildings, the artistic décor of adorned walls and ceilings, its inexplicable attractive pandemonium of cars, bikes, rickshaws, people, and animals make it a once in a lifetime trip to a city that is unlike any in the world.

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hen visiting Delhi, we recommend that you stay at the luxurious and regal five-star hotel that is the Hyatt Regency in Gurgaon New Delhi.

The hotel provides the largest number of available rooms in Gurgaon, with 451 well-appointed and extremely spacious guestrooms which include 37 luxurious and personalised suites. All the Suites are designed with a delicate elegance aiming

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to provide absolute comfort with a wide range of amenities, services and high speed internet access to suit the needs of the sharp business traveller or customers that like to stay connected always. The hotel has four dedicated Regency Club floors which aim to offer additional privileges and facilities for the Regency Club and Suite guests such as express check- in, access to a private lounge and a host of other complimentary services

such as limited access to a private boardroom and high speed internet access throughout the hotel.

The Hyatt Regency is conveniently and strategically located in the rapidly expanding corporate and residential hub of India, off the Delhi-Jaipur National Highway number 8. The hotel is located at a mere thirty-minute drive from the Indira Gandhi International Airport and fifteen minutes from Gurgaon city centre.

Its perfect location makes the hotel an ideal weekend getaway for Delhi residents and offers a convenient lay over for tourists from all over the world who are covering what is known to be the ‘Golden Triangle’ of India, the perfect trifecta of Delhi, Agra and Jaipur.

Not only is the hotel conveniently located and offers a range of rooms for all possible guests, in this luxury hotel, guests can enjoy many other facilities

to make their stay as comforting as possible. Activities within the hotel grounds for leisure include the Shvasa Spa which offers a lifestyle choice of relaxing encompassing spa treatments.

The word Shvasa is inspired from the Sanskrit word 'Shvasan' which translates directly to 'breathing or breath' which the spa believes is the core of our existence.

The Shvasa Spa promotes wellness by helping to rediscover the calm ritual

of breathing, indulging in stress-free workouts and personal development.

The array of luxury spa treatments offered include full body massage, body scrubs, body wraps, facials and of course manicure and pedicure services. The hotel also offers a fully equipped Fitness Centre facility for guests to maintain their physical health and a refreshing outdoor swimming pool to stay cool in the harsh Indian summers.

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If proximity to local attractions is an important variable when choosing your accommodation in Delhi, fret not.

Near the hotel, one can find many local attractions including various shopping malls, popular market places, Connaught Place, an important point in Delhi, the renowned India Gate, the Red Fort, as well as various temples such as the Chatterpur Mandir, the Sulatanpur Bird Sanctury, and various heritage monuments such as the Neem Raana Fort and the Qutab Minar.

The hotel is also near many great eateries, however the culinary experience at the Hyatt Regency Gurgaon in itself, is also as unique and authentic as it gets.

The five-star hotel houses distinguished restaurants and bars each styled and designed keeping in mind the taste of a seasoned traveller providing exceptional food and beverage offerings. Lavana is one of the restaurants in the hotel which offers Nawabi delicacies as it is an Awadhi cuisine restaurant allowing guests to davor royal tastes through an authentic dining experience by the Master chef Jaynandan Bhaskar.

Another one of the eateries at the hotel is The Lounge, where one can enjoy a perfect intimate setting or lounge around for casual relaxed meetings. The Lounge offers a range of both local and international appetizers and refreshing bevarages. The Long Bar is where guests can kick off the perfect evening in the setting of a stylish contemporary bar which offers an exquisite selection of premium spirits and adventurous cocktails. Finally, guests can enjoy at the Kitchen District, a multi-cuisine restaurant which aims to create a unique and singular culinary experience.

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for individuals or families to casually travel back in time, all in the style of King Rama V of Thailand at only two and a half hours by car from Thailand’s modern capital city, Bangkok.

This theme park allows visitors to travel back to the Chakri Dynasty ‘s days, meaning it takes you back all the way to roughly the years 1850 to the 1900.

The Siamese living heritage town makes visitors have a first-hand experience of the lifestyle back then, with exposure to anything and everything one can think of from that time; the first thing visitors are required to do is to exchange their

current money to currency used during the old days. In addition, one must change their modern attire to typical Siamese clothing of the 1900s. The town takes you back in every aspect possible; this includes the people walking around, the cultural aspects of that time, the environment, the food and the many activities that were popular during those days.

The little settlement is a tranquil area surrounded by peaceful water bodies, lots of tall trees and breath-taking greenery which adds to the vivid and picturesque environment of the past

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ave you ever dreamt of time travelling to the simplicity of a beautiful ancient city? If history fascinates you and you wonder how on earth people survived in the past and what wearing their shoes might have felt like, the Muang Mallika Project, also known as The Siamese Living Heritage Town, will most definitely entice you.

This little town, situated in the Sai Yok District of the Kanchanaburi Province, around 150 Km's west of Bangkok city, is similar to a market and is a unique representation of what living a century ago in Thailand may have felt like. The little heritage town is the perfect place

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and which we very much lack in our modern cities. The essence of the 1850s is brought alive with the richness of vintage architectural style throughout the heritage town, with predominantly buildings made from wood and lots of open spaces built specifically for the natural ventilation of the houses.

While walking around, one can observe the various activities which have been brought back from the past; from canoe trips through a little lake, to rickshaw rides throughout the city and women creating flower crowns and necklaces, the town is truly captivating to the imaginative mind.

With the money exchanged at the entrance, one can enjoy traditional dances of the Siamese in the evening, purchase goods sold around the town, all of which are fit to the period, as well as get cooking classes to learn the culinary specialties of the 1850s.

The Muang Mallika Project is a culturally rich space which aims at educating the youth and demonstrating to all what life in the 1900s in Thailand might have been like; a period in which slavery had been brought to an end and slight foreign cultural influences began to enter the great kingdom of Siam. The Siamese Living Heritage Town has been the backdrop of famous movies such as the film series King Naresuan and will likely be fit as the backdrop of a culturally rich and educating weekend getaway.

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ravelling to what many may see as the capital of Asia, Bangkok city offers a wide range of accommodation types. However, if you’re looking to be situated at one of the hottest spots in town, the Marriott Hotel Sukhumvit is the one for you.

Located in Bangkok’s buzzing lifestyle district, Thonglor, the hotel’s location is only the icing on the cake when it comes to reasons to stay at the Marriott.

The hotel overlooks one of Bangkok’s iconic districts promoting the somewhat upscale yet attainable lifestyle of Bangkokians through its emblematic boutiques, mouth-watering eateries and memorable cocktail bars. The Marriott is located at a walking distance from the BTS Sky train as well as at a point made accessible to all major roads and highways.

The Marriott Hotel Sukhumvit boasts of 295 refined guest rooms out of which 197 of them are Deluxe rooms, 24 are corner rooms, 54 of them are executive rooms and 21 of those are exclusive suites; all made perfectly for both busy business travellers and curious new tourists. The luxury filled rooms have outstanding facilities such as high definition LCD televisions with satellite channels, electronic in-room safes, ironing facilities, high speed internet access, and of course a minibar to make guests’ stay as pleasurable as possible.

In addition, guests may also count with a 24-hour in-room dining service, newspaper delivery, laundry services, and wake-up call facilities.

There is no doubt about the Marriott Hotel’s thoughtful location which makes everything as accessible as possible.

However, the hotel also makes sure that guests’ pallets are pleased at the hotel itself. 57th Street is the hotel’s all-day dining restaurant which offers a wide range of a la carte specialities as well as a vast buffet of local and international delicacies both of which are just as satisfying as each other. The District, is another one of the restaurants at the hotel, and offers fish and grilled beef; a showcase of classic dishes cooked and served just the way they were always meant to. The third out of the 6 dining venues at the hotel itself is the Great Room, located at the very heart of the lobby, making this transitory area not merely that, but a unique zone in the hotel to enjoy a cool refreshment or your afternoon tea.

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The hotel’s signature rooftop bar, famous amongst Bangkokians, is the Octave Rooftop Lounge and Bar. This venue is undoubtedly one of the places to be if great views and cocktails align in your vision of a great holiday or a good way to end a tiring day. The Octave Rooftop Bar not only offers a range of signature cocktails but also classic Asian food on shared platters perfect to combine with your drink of choice.

Finally, of all the eateries at the hotel, is the Chocolate Cake Company, one of the warm spots of the hotel offering a wide array of gourmet coffees, freshly baked pastries, breads, cakes and many other refreshing drinks and delicious snacks.

In addition to gracing you with a convenient location, the luxury of a multitude of different room choices, and six different dining and drinking spots, the Marriott also ensure that guests’ leisure and recreation time is

well spent on the grounds of the hotel itself. The luxurious Marriott has a fully equipped fitness center and spa with a wide range of massage therapies, a delightful wooden sauna and of course, a memorable outdoor swimming pool to help guests beat the Bangkok heat.

For those accommodated at the Marriott Hotel for business purposes, the hotel has 6 innovative meeting venues especially designed to inspire greater productivity, and dedicated conference services personnel available to support the facilities. The largest is the Grand Ballroom, with breakout salon facilities made perfect for grand conferences and larger-than-life weddings. The smaller meeting rooms are equally impressive, ideal for product launches and intimate galas. High-speed Wi-Fi and the latest in audio-visual technology is provided throughout these areas. In addition, guest entrepreneurs can make

use of the business center at the hotel which provide fast, efficient and highly professional business services such as translation and secretarial services.

The center is fully equipped with both PC and Apple iMac workstations as well as photocopying, printing and fax machines.

The Bangkok Marriott Hotel Sukhumvit lacks nothing but words of praise. Luxury undergoes in all the services provided and the hotel screams choice as their motto to make guest’s stay as comfortable and custom made as possible.

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Baths : 4 Living area : 160 m2

7,000,000 THB

#AG-B4065

• 10 minutes south of Hua Hin’s Center • Close to 2 great beaches and 2 golf courses • Euro Kitchen, large covered terrace, Poo

• 10 Minutes West of Hua Hin Center • Outdoor covered Bar, Built-In Outdoor BBQ • Large covered Terrace, Pool, Euro Kitchen

• Located Approximately 10 minutes from Hua Hin • Euro Kitchen, Air Con in every room • Pool, Covered Terrace, 5 minutes to great beach

Beds : 3 Land Area : 1,157 m2

Beds : 4 Land area : 900 m2

Baths : 5 Living area : 233 m2

Beds : 3 Land area : 700 m2

Hua Hin West

Start at 4,950,000 THB

Hua Hin West

Black Mountain

Baths : 4 Living area : 250 m2

11,300,000 THB

Contryside

AG-B133

Contryside

#AG-B121

Beachfront

Baths : 3 Living area : 295 m2

15,500,000 THB

#AG-B137

• 15 minutes West of Hua Hin’s Center • Large land, privacy, built in 2015 • Euro Kitchen, large covered terrace, Pool

• 10 minutes west of Hua Hin’s Center • Euro Kitchen, Air Con, Security System • Covered Terrace, pool, Extras available

• 15 minutes West of Hua Hin’s Center • Large 5 X 50 meter covered Terrace, Lg. Pool • Euro Kitchen, Covered parking X2, Storage Rm.

Beds : 3 Land area : 1,600 m2

Beds : 3 Land area : 464 m2

Beds : 3 Land area : 2400 m2

Baths : 3 Living area : 350 m2

Baths : 2 Living area : 150 m2

Baths : 4 Living area : 400 m2

Tel: +66 (0) 84 387 5699 (Eng), +66 (0) 94 960 4959 (Thai) • Email: January 15 - February 15 , 2017

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HUA HIN’S BEST BUYS Hua Hin West

9,500,000 THB

Countryside

#AG-B138

7,500,000 THB

Countryside

#AG-B80

8,900,000 THB

Countryside

#AG-B80

• 10 Minutes SW of Hua Hin Center • Highly Desirable Dev., Full Furnished • Large covered Terrace, 4X10 Pool, Euro Kitchen

• Located 10 minutes West from Hua Hin • Euro kitchen, air con and fans throughout • 5 X 10 Master pool, garden, alarm system

• 10 minutes South of Hua Hin Center • Close to 2 great beaches and 2 golf courses • Euro kitchen, Air con, Pool

Beds : 4 Land Area : 630 m2

Beds : 4 Land area : 648 m2

Beds: 3 Land area : 690 m2

Hua Hin West

Baths : 3 Living area : 189 m2

9,000,000 THB

City

#AG-B86

Black Mountain

Baths : 3 Living area : 299 m2

34,000,000 THB

Hua Hin South

#AG-B4084

Countryside

Baths: 4 Living area : 180 m2

15,500,000 THB

#AG-V169

• 5 minutes West of Hua Hin • Euro kitchen, air con and fans throughout • Pool, spa, carport, shuttle bus service

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

• Located approx. 5 minutes South of Hua Hin • Fantastic Euro Kitchen, Air Con, Fans • Pool, garden, large covered terrace & Sala

Beds : 3 Land area : 650 m2

Beds : 4 Land area : 1800 m2

Beds: 3 Land area: 1200 m2

Hua Hin South

Countryside

Beds : 4 Land area : 1,120 m2

Baths : 4 Living area : 250 m2

9,700,000 THB

#AG-B89

Baths : 5 Living area : 300 m2

Hua Hin South

Baths : 4 Living area : 355 m2

11,500,000 THB

# AG-B134

Countryside

January 15 - February 15 , 2017

Hua Hin Center

Countryside

Baths: 4 Living area: 320 m2

12,500,000 THB

#AG-B136

• 5 minutes South of Hua Hin’s Center • Large landscaped land, Elevated Sala • Euro kitchen, large covered terrace, pool

• 2.5Km’s from New BluePort Shopping Mall • Brand new, ready to move in • Large covered Terrace, Pool, Euro Kitchen

Beds : 3 Land area : 1,400 m2

Beds : 3 Land area : 769 m2

Baths : 4 Living area : 300 m2

Tel: +66 (0) 84 387 5699 (Eng), +66 (0) 94 960 4959 (Thai) • Email: 78

Hua Hin South

Baths : 3 Living area : 245 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

5,950,000 THB

#AG-A56 Beds: 1 Baths: 1 Living area: 44 m2

2,950,000 THB

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

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

Hua Hin North

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

11,630,000 THB

Near Beach

#AG-A59

• 15 minutes North of Hua Hin’s Center • Ground floor unit with direct swimming pool access • Beach Front Complex, tremendous amenities

Khao Tao

Beds: 3 Baths: 3 Living area: 166 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

Tel: +66 (0) 84 387 5699 (Eng), +66 (0) 94 960 4959 (Thai) • Email: January 15 - February 15 , 2017

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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

Baths: 8

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

Hua Hin North

January 15 - February 15 , 2017

24,500,000 THB

Located in the desirable north end of Hua Hin is this 6 bedroom, 5 bathroom home on a very large land plot of 2,512 square meters. Three separate buildings are contained within the property. The main house features 3 bedrooms, all en-suite and a large open plan kitchen, dining room and lounge. A very large covered terrace provides great outdoor living along with an outside shower and bathroom, storage room and covered parking for two cars. A separate building contains two large bedrooms with a Jack and Jill bathroom, a storage room and a large office that could also be a bedroom. A spacious entertaining sala overlooking the ultra large 8 X 16 meter pool contains a bar with two wine fridges and plenty of seating. The lawn is immense with stunning landscaping. Additional amenities include a CCTV system, an internal and external alarm system featuring laser beam protection on the perimeter walls, 2 large storage areas and a separate washing machine room. The large executive home is ideal for entertaining many guests.

Beds: 6

Baths: 5

Hua Hin North

Living area: 411 m2

#AG-V170

Land area: 2,512 m2

25,000,000 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

Tel: +66 (0) 84 387 5699 (Eng), +66 (0) 94 960 4959 (Thai) • Email: 80

#AG-B135

Baths: 5

Living area: 650 m2 Land area: 2000 m2

HUA HIN’S BEST BUYS Hua Hin North

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

Hua Hin West

Beds: 5 Baths: 7 Land: 4,096 m2 Living: 728 m2

#AG-V160

60,000,000 THB

Located in Palm Hills,

#AG-B137

39,750,000 THB

Located 10 minutes west of Hua Hin city and equal distance to the two best golf courses in Hua Hin is this ultimate family and entertaining home. With an indoor kitchen fully fitted with high end appliances and an outdoor kitchen perfect for entertaining in Hua Hin’s ideal climate this home is luxurious without being ostentatious. The property features a swimming pool the size that would make a medium sized resort jealous of and a pool bar to service it. The large expansive lawn can accommodate almost any sport. This home was the personal home of one of Hua Hin’s best developers and has way too many options to list here. Contact for a personal tour.

Tel: +66 (0) 84 387 5699 (Eng), +66 (0) 94 960 4959 (Thai) • Email: January 15 - February 15 , 2017

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LIVE THE LIFE YOU LOVE We believe being 50+ is an opportunity to shine, to have the time you always wanted, to be surrounded by like minded people who inspire you in a resort style environment. A home that feels more like a luxury hotel than a residence.

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