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The floods have more or less gone in Hua Hin now and it is unlikely to be flooded in December

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Festive Family Feasts and Seasonal Specials at Hua Hin Marriott Resort & Spa

 

 

Hua Hin Marriott Resort & Spa is gearing up for a bumper Christmas and New Year with a series of exciting festive dining experiences.

 

Guests and diners will have plenty of opportunities to celebrate this jolly season in style, with an extensive calendar of family feasts and bountiful buffets. Events will take place at Amber Kitchen, the resort’s stylish all-day dining restaurant; Big Fish, the stunning seafront grill; and directly on the soft sands of Hua Hin Beach, overlooking the Gulf of Thailand.

 

The fun starts on 24th December 2017, as Hua Hin Marriott Resort & Spa celebrates Christmas Eve in spectacular fashion with a choice of fantastic festive feasts. At Amber Kitchen, the Christmas Eve Buffet Dinner includes traditional turkey with all the trimmings, Boston lobster, black tiger prawns, foie gras and much more! Every guest will also receive free-flow soft drinks and a welcome glass of glühwein.

 

Alternatively, Big Fish is serving an exquisite five-course dinner on Christmas Eve, including salmon cannelloni with caviar, poached lobster with truffle celeriac cream, a choice of Iberico pork loin, veal tenderloin or Atlantic loup de mer, and a delectable dessert. This delightful dining experience also includes free-flow soft drinks and a glass of glühwein.

 

 

Then on Christmas Day, gather your family and friends for a choice of culinary festivities. On 25th December, Amber Kitchen is hosting a Family Christmas Lunch, complete with classic Christmas roasts such as turkey, pork, beef and lamb, plus freshly-prepared Wiener schnitzel and indulgent truffle pasta. This amazing occasion also features free flow soft drinks, music and children’s entertainment.

 

Later that evening, join us on Hua Hin Beach for Christmas Live! Our spectacular, luxury beachfront barbecue. This glamorous white-themed party will include a whole pork roast, cooked to perfection on an open fire, plus plenty of live cooking stations, fresh seafood and prime meats barbecued under the stars, with live entertainment!

 

This spectacular Christmas banquet includes a “White Christmas” welcome drink for every guest and free flow soft drinks.

 

From 25th to 30th December, guests can also enjoy a sumptuous daily International dinner buffet at Amber Kitchen, with a full selection of various dishes from around the world.

 

“Life’s a Circus” beachfront party

 

And as 2017 draws to a close, Hua Hin Marriott Resort & Spa will ramp up the festivities with a choice of fun-filled culinary experiences on New Year’s Eve!

 

The last day of the year is always best enjoyed in the company of your loved ones, and our “Life’s a Circus” beachfront party allows families and friends to come together for an extravagant evening of food, drink and entertainment on the soft sands of Hua Hin Beach. Highlights include a range of Western, Thai and Indian delicacies, live music, Thai dancing and more! And of course, we’ll usher in the New Year with a countdown fireworks.

 

“Life’s a Circus” beachfront party

 

Couples seeking a more intimate year-end experience can opt for our “Wine & Dine” experience at Big Fish - a delectable five-course dinner perfectly paired with wine. Having enjoyed a romantic evening in each other’s company, couples can then head to the beach to join the fun at the New Year’s Eve countdown party.

 

Finally, what better way to spend the first day of 2018 than with a sumptuous buffet dinner on 1st January?

 

Put your resolutions on hold and indulge in a full feast for the whole family at Amber Kitchen, including a sushi and salmon bar, noodle soup and fresh, charcoal-grilled meat and seafood.

 

For full details of the festive dining calendar at Hua Hin Marriott Resort & Spa, please see below:

 

Christmas Eve Dinner
When: 24th December 2017, from 18.30 to 22.30 hrs
Where: Amber Kitchen
Price: THB 2,700++ per person, including free-flow soft drinks and a welcome glass of glühwein

 

Five-Course Christmas Dinner
When: 24th December 2017, from 18.30 to 22.30 hrs
Where: Big Fish
Price: THB 1,900++ per person, including free-flow soft drinks and a welcome glass of glühwein

 

Family Christmas Lunch
When: 25th December 2017, from 12.30 to 15.00 hrs

Where: Amber Kitchen
Price: THB 1,500++ per person, including free-flow soft drinks, music and kids’ entertainment

 

Christmas Live! Luxury Beachfront Barbecue
When: 25th December 2017, from 18.30 to 22.30 hrs
Where: Beach
Price: THB 3,500++ per person, including free-flow soft drinks and welcome drink

 

International Buffet
When: 25th – 30th December 2017, from 18.30 to 22.30 hrs
Where: Amber Kitchen
Price: THB 1,300++ per person

 

New Year’s Eve Wine & Dine
When: 31st December 2017, from 18.30 to 22.30 hrs
Where: Big Fish
Price: THB 2,900++ per person, including a welcome glass of glühwein
(Includes entry-fee to the Countdown party)
THB 5,900++ per person, including four paired wines and a welcome glass of glühwein
(Includes entry-fee to the Countdown party)

 

Life’s a Circus! New Year’s Eve Beachfront Barbecue & Countdown Party
When: 31st December 2017, from 19.00 to 02.00 hrs (1st January 2018)
Where: Beach
Price: THB 6,500++ per person, including a welcome drink and free-flow soft drinks
THB 8,900++ per person, including free-flow soft drinks, beer, plus red, white & sparkling wine all night long!

 

New Year’s Day Dinner
When: 1st January 2018, from 18.30 to 22.30 hrs
Where: Amber Kitchen
Price: THB 1,300++ per person

 

Marriott Rewards, SPG and Club Marriott discounts apply, and early birds who book any of these festive feasts before 15th December 2017 will get 20% off!

 

For more information or reservations, please call 032 904 666 or email [email protected].

 

 

 

Want to gain more exposure for your blog or website? 

 

We are looking for guest bloggers to produce original, fun and interesting content related to Thailand and/or expat life.

 

Content will be featured on our Inspire websites and shared on our numerous social media pages. 

 

Each guest blog post will contain a bio section to tell others a little bit more about yourself and links to your website and social media accounts.

 

If your content is a success, we may offer you the chance to become a regular contributor.

 

We are particularly interested in working with people who have an established blog or have an engaged audience and/or social media presence.

 

This is a fantastic opportunity to put your blog or website in front of hundreds of thousands of expats in Thailand.

 

For more details please email: [email protected]

Fly your loved ones to Hua Hin with Baan Phu Thara Villas Promotion

 

 

Baan Phu Thara have teamed up with Thaivisa and Inspire to offer a very seasonal promotion for you. At Christmas it's a time for family and so they want to help bring families together with this special offer.

 

When you buy a villa direct from Baan Phu Thara (so not via an agent) then they will fly 2 people from anywhere in the world on return flights to Hua Hin.

 

This could be your very own booking or maybe even 2 members of your family.

 

For more information email [email protected] 

 

Offer ends 31st December 2017 and this must be a direct purchase with Baan Phu Thara developers and no third party real estate agent.

 

Discover and learn to harness the power of the Law of Attraction in this 3-step seminar!

 

 

Step 1: Learn the Secret – the Law of Attraction and discover how your thoughts cause your reality.

Step 2: Go deep with The Secret guru Dr. Joe Vitale.

Step 3: Unlock your full potential with the world’s top coach who has led legions to break through obstacles.

 

ABOUT THE SPEAKERS

 

SPEAKER ON DAY 1 - DR. JOE VITALE

 

Dr. Joe Vitale has a communication style that grabs you and sucks you in. His charismatic and hypnotic pull makes him a great communicator and marketer.

 

He was recently featured on the best-selling program, The Secret, teaching people how to have, do, or be anything they want and to achieve their goals in every single area of life.

In addition to The Secret, Dr. Vitale has been featured in a total of 15 movies so far. Some of them include: Try it on Everything, The Opus, Leap!, The Meta Secret and his latest film is titled The Abundance Factor.

 

Dr. Vitale discovered that there is a “missing secret” to success. He says many people do everything right but still don’t get great results. Why not? He says there are counter-intentions you need to clear.

 

Joe’s marketing methods have made people millionaires. He’s been involved with every aspect of marketing, from traditional direct mail to publicity to infomercials.

 

He is the president of Hypnotic Marketing, Inc. and is the world’s first hypnotic writer. He created a home-study course called Hypnotic Selling Secrets — and made $450,000 in 3 days selling it online.

 

SPEAKER ON DAY 2 - MICHAEL BOLDUC

 

Michael’s goal is to help you achieve your goals faster and easier than you ever imagined.

 

Michael has privately coached 2,432 people with a 99% success rate.

 

Brian Tracy says, “Michael Bolduc is the world’s #1 coach to set and achieve goals.”

 

Michael is the creator of the Science of Achievement which is currently being used by over 1 million people to achieve goals.  He is the author the bestselling book “The Ultimate Success Formula.”

 

Michael Bolduc is the founder and partner of more than 7 successful companies generating millions in sales every year.

 

Michael is an active philanthropist: He helps orphan children by providing toys, food, clothing and the connection of a caring person that is missing in these children’s life.

ANDRES PIRA - Facilitator

Real Estate Developer – Philanthropist – Co-Founder of Success Gurus

PRAYA NATAYA LUNDBERG 

TV host, author, dancer, model, and beauty queen who won Miss Universe Canada 2005 and later that year won Miss Universe 2005 in Thailand.

Buy tickets here

 

 

Best toilets of 2017 to mark World Toilet Day?

 

What a time to be alive

Biggest world travel event of the year - special report

 

 

 

Annual world travel market event that attracts over 40,000 delegates and representatives from all countries. 

 

Of course, Thailand is also here with one of the largest areas at the event. 

 

Thaivisa and Inspire media were there in London to take a look round.

Are you looking for a car to rent this November?

 

Vios, Yaris, Fortuner we have many cars to choose from at great rates for Thaivisa readers.

 

Inquire now.

 

VERY special discounts available on vehicle rental this month (November) contact us for details: 
E-mail:- [email protected]
Telephone: - 038 – 252 275 / 038 – 252 001 / 038 – 364461.

 

This is an exciting time for us, with several new projects in the pipeline.

 

Our third office on Chiaypruk ‘1’ will be re-opening shortly.

 

Also a new location in Huay Yai.

 

The ever popular Toyota Vios. Available now with our November discounts.

 

 

Toyota Yaris a great little car, also with great November discounts.

 

 

Toyota Fortuner, affordable luxury

 

 

All latest (automatic) models.
 

What is true health?

 

 

 

If you are the typical person, you might define HEALTH as the absence of pain or sickness. 

 

This is what most people think. But, in fact, the real definition of TRUE HEALTH, as defined by the WHO (World Health Organization), is when all physical, mental, and emotional aspects of a person are working together at full capacity and in complete harmony. 

 

This means that most of us are not in TRUE optimum health. So what can we do to help. Well, studies have shown that good sleep is one of the foundations of good health and significantly affects longevity. 

 

So first start with improving the quantity and quality of your sleep. Several hours of deep sleep are essential to repair cellular damage suffered during your waking hours. 

 

This can be achieved by having a more regular life schedule where you go to sleep at a regular time. 

 

Also, not eating big meals at night and reducing caffeine intake could help, as well as regular low impact exercises like walking and swimming.

 

Underpinning all of this is having a properly functioning nerve system, since nerves control and coordinate virtually all of your body’s functions. A comfortable and effective way to do this is having your spine biomechanics checked by a Doctor of Chiropractic. 

 

Spinal irritation, which may not be symptomatic, can still affect your body’s function. You see, only about 10% of your nerves deal with symptoms like pain. 

 

The greater portion, about 90%, deal with body FUNCTION, which directly impacts your overall health. 

 

So checking your spine can have great health benefits beyond just getting rid of aches and pains.

 

To learn more, visit our website at: www.thaichiro.com

Still no news from Interpol members on Yingluck’s location

 

 

The more than 190 members of Interpol seemingly still have no information to offer in regard to the whereabouts of former prime minister Yingluck Shinawatra, who fled Thailand more than two months ago.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1010245-still-no-news-from-interpol-members-on-yingluck’s-location/

Still no news from Interpol members on Yingluck’s location

 

 

The more than 190 members of Interpol seemingly still have no information to offer in regard to the whereabouts of former prime minister Yingluck Shinawatra, who fled Thailand more than two months ago.

 

Pol Colonel Krisana Patanacharoen, deputy spokesman of the Royal Thai Police, said on Tuesday that none of the 192 member countries had informed the Bangkok Interpol office of any clues as to the location of the fugitive politician. 

 

However, Thai police are gathering more evidence to send to Interpol in order to get a blue notice issued on her, he said, adding that they are continually coordinating with the international crime agency. The blue notice is used for requesting help to collect information regarding a criminal’s whereabouts or related crime activities. 

 

“If she is located in any country, the Interpol member would notify Thai authorities immediately,” he stressed. It has been more than a month since the Bangkok Interpol office sent the request for a blue notice to the France-based agency.

 

Thai police requested Interpol’s assistance in late September after Yingluck was sentenced in absentia to five years in jail following her trial for negligence of duty in regard to her administration’s rice-pledging scheme. 

 

The latest news of her whereabouts was disclosed by Thai authorities early last month, when they said that Yingluck had left Dubai for London. 

 

Late last month, all four Thai passports held by Yingluck were revoked by the Foreign Ministry, as a result of which the former premier will no longer be able to travel from one country to another using those documents. Rumours have been circulating that Yingluck plans to seek political asylum in the United Kingdom. 

 

Last week, the UK authorities informed Thailand that if she came to stay in the country, she would need to follow the normal immigration process, but there would not be an issue of political asylum. 

 

Yingluck fled Thailand on August 23 and has been wanted since August 25, when she failed to show up to hear the final ruling in the negligence case against her. She was sentenced in her absence a month later to five years in jail. Yingluck has neither been heard from nor seen since she fled the Kingdom.

 

Source: http://www.nationmultimedia.com/detail/breakingnews/30331042

 

Huge crowds gather for free "herbal remedies for cancer"

 

Image: Thairath

 

There were huge crowds at the home of a self styled "doctor" in Prachinburi at the weekend.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1010111-huge-crowds-gather-for-free-herbal-remedies-for-cancer/

Huge crowds gather for free "herbal remedies for cancer"

 

Image: Thairath

 

There were huge crowds at the home of a self styled "doctor" in Prachinburi at the weekend.

 

"Dr Saeng" - real name Saengchai Haelerttrakun was handing out the latest batches of capsules for treating cancer.

 

He is not charging but the health authorities have made him label the "medicine" as a food supplement.

 

Thousands have descended on the home of "Dr Saeng" over the last nine years. 

 

His herbal remedies have even encouraged criminals to fabricate his products and sell them to the gullible.

 

On Sunday hundreds of hopefuls came from Chiang Mai to his home in Muang district of Prachinburi - such is the demand that each time he hands out his wares a different area of Thailand is chosen to avoid a mad scramble.

 

But the health authorities are quick to point out that the capsules should not be considered a cure for cancer.

 

Testing has shown them not to contain steroids so they are considered OK for distribution.

 

But the department of public health has said they should be considered as a food supplement designed to improve general health for cancer sufferers.

 

While the public are advised to continue with more recognized treatment of cancer and its symptoms.

 

Source: Thairath

 

Gang faking vehicle registration documents and plates busted in Bangkok

 

Image: Daily News

 

Police announced the arrest of two men in Bangkok faking vehicle registration documents and plates.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1010108-gang-faking-vehicle-registration-documents-and-plates-busted-in-bangkok/

Gang faking vehicle registration documents and plates busted in Bangkok

 

Image: Daily News

 

Police announced the arrest of two men in Bangkok faking vehicle registration documents and plates.

 

Arrested were 34 year old Chanon Phongpin and Suphat Ratnodom, 43, Daily News reported. 

 

Police concerned with vehicular crime said yesterday at metropolitan HQ that the men were running a Facebook page advertising fake documents for registering cars and motorbikes that had been purchased illegally.

 

A sting had been set up that trapped the pair. Suphat was responsible for the finances and Chanon for taking orders and mailing the documents through the post.

 

There were plenty of takers - the bankbooks showed dealings between one and two million in value while the police put the total turnover of the gang in excess of 10 million baht.

 

Investigations continue to round up other members of the gang. 

 

 

Video: Monks behaving badly - abbot's assistant kicks fellow monk in head as he counts Loy Krathong "takings"

 

Image: Thairath

 

A video posted on Facebook was yet another example of the monkhood behaving like hooligans.

 

Full story: https://www.thaivisa.com/forum/topic/1010107-video-monks-behaving-badly-abbots-assistant-kicks-fellow-monk-in-head-as-he-counts-loy-krathong-takings/

Video: Monks behaving badly - abbot's assistant kicks fellow monk in head as he counts Loy Krathong "takings"

 

Image: Thairath

 

A video posted on Facebook was yet another example of the monkhood behaving like hooligans.

 

An assistant to an abbot at a Nonthaburi temple is upset with an underling as he counts money taken during Friday's Loy Krathong festival.

 

But the altercation - caught at a distance on CCTV - soon turns very nasty as the bigger monk kicks out at the other catching him around the neck, Thai Rath reported. 

 

The monk goes sprawling to the floor and appears momentarily unconscious. 

 

But after a few moments he recovers to continue the counting as the assistant abbot continues ranting.

 

A post in the comments section on a Facebook page said the incident happened in Ban Mai sub-district of Pak Kret in the area to the north of Bangkok.

 

The post claimed that the aggressive monk was into gambling on the underground lottery and cock fighting.

 

It claimed he had assaulted monks before and the clergy at the temple was suffering because of him.

 

At one point a very rude Thai swear word almost never used for monks was only half scribbled out indicating extreme dissatisfaction with the monk's behavior.

 

Source: https://www.thairath.co.th/content/1118694

 

 

 

 

 

 

Thailand to roll out biometric checks for SIM cards nationwide

 

 

BANGKOK (Reuters) – Thailand will introduce biometric checks nationwide for mobile telephone users to register their SIM cards from Dec. 15, the telecoms regulator said on Monday, in a bid to stamp out fraudulent electronic transactions.

 

The new rules require users to either have their fingerprints verified or their faces scanned.

 

The regulator first launched the system in June in Thailand’s troubled south where a separatist insurgency has persisted for more than a decade, killing more than 6,500 people since 2004.

 

Officials say insurgents in the largely ethnic Malay Muslim provinces of Yala, Pattani and Narathiwat have used pre-paid SIM cards to trigger bombs.

 

Biometric registration in the south was adopted for national security reasons but elsewhere in Thailand it is aimed at mobile banking security, regulatory official Takorn Tantasith told a news conference on Monday.

 

Full story: https://tech.thaivisa.com/thailand-roll-biometric-checks-sim-cards-nationwide/25450/

 

 

 

Thailand to roll out biometric checks for SIM cards nationwide

 

 

BANGKOK (Reuters) – Thailand will introduce biometric checks nationwide for mobile telephone users to register their SIM cards from Dec. 15, the telecoms regulator said on Monday, in a bid to stamp out fraudulent electronic transactions.

 

Full story: https://tech.thaivisa.com/thailand-roll-biometric-checks-sim-cards-nationwide/25450/