Useful tips and helpful advice for Hua Hin newbie

[pinkpanther99]

Hi residents of Hua Hin

What hints, tips and useful bits of advice would you like to share with someone who has just moved to the area.

It could be absolutely anything from the best coffee shop, gym/fitness centre, beach or noodles to the best place to get a haircut or my motorbike serviced - if you think it is worth mentioning then share it here.

Think back to when you just moved to HH what bits of info would you wish that someone had told you in the early days of you living in the city.

FYI - I have moved to the Tippawan village area

Thanks in advance

[ExpatOilWorker]

Good food at: http://www.all-in-huahin.com/

[Bazw57]

This is also a useful resource with some good maps and helpful info on the night life in Hua Hin as well as lots of other stuff.

http://www.huahinafterdark.com/

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[Bazw57]

I also have an Aussie friend living in the Tippawan area if your interested in a Farang contact who has lived there for a while.

Let me know

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[hhfarang]

When I think back to when I first moved here I was just wishing there was a (real) supermarket and a hardware store besides the small Thai ones. You'll have no problem finding (almost) whatever you want now in Hua Hin.

[RickvanHeijningen]

I am also living in Tippawan area. I have many Facebook pages that can help you, you can also chat via Facebook.> https://www.facebook.com/rick.vanheijningen

My other pages;

https://www.facebook.com/groups/hofvanholland/

https://www.facebook.com/groups/asiavacationrentals

https://www.facebook.com/groups/huahinmarketing/ https://www.facebook.com/pages/Hua-Hin-Station-Property/453911541308172

https://www.facebook.com/groups/1411744682370576/ try before you buy

https://www.facebook.com/groups/434943913191894/ (Thailand Travel info)

https://www.facebook.com/groups/oodytravel/

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Backpackers-revolution/149667095057096

Facts about Hua hin

In Hua Hin you can find everything that you can expect from a vacation and even more. Hua Hin is located 200 kilometres south of Bangkok, in the province of Prachuabkirikhan, on the west side of Siam bay.

The city is characterized strongly by it’s royal relations. Already 1920 King Rama VII built his summer resort Klai Kangwon Palace (“far away from worries”). The name does well agree with the city pulse of today, who has continued it’s development as a seaside resort for the Thai upper class. Here you can relax on shallow white beaches, enjoy the food on a local Thai restaurant or play golf on one of many beautiful golf courses nearby.

The harbour is the heart of the city. Here you can find a long row of fish restaurants and here, as well as in all Thailand, you can eat both very tasty and cheap. After a tasty dinner many people visit the “Night market” – the best place to shop T-shirts, “pirate copies”, souvenirs, electronics and much more.

If you want to make an outing there are much to see and do in the surroundings. Fore example: two of Thailand’s biggest Nationals parks; the river Kwai with it’s famous iron bridge (built by Japanese prisoners during world war two); the old town Petchaburi with beautiful temples, wood made houses and buildings are not to forget.

Population:

45 000 inhabitants (488 477 lives in entire Prachap Khiri Khan).

Area:

6368 km²

Constitution:

Monarchy, king Bhumipol rules since 1946.

Restaurants and shopping

Almost all nationalities are represented in the range of restaurants, as well as Sweden. Since Hua Hin is a fishing village you can find plenty of nice fish restaurants that serves delicious plates to beneficial prices. If you wish to try the original Thai kitchen – why not try a Thai tavern right on the street!

In Hua Hin you can also find entertainment with pubs, discos, Thai boxing, traditional Thai dance and much more.

Shopping

There are a lot of shopping in Hua Hin. You can find shopping centres as well as the daily “Night market” located in the middle of Hua Hin city. It is very cheap to buy clothes and there are many tailors with high quality.

Play golf

Hua Hin has seven golf courses nearby. Each one with it’s own character and charm in various difficulties – from easy park courses to demanding championship courses. Our own favourite, Springfield, is designed by Jack Nicklaus.

The closest one is Hua Hin Royal Golf Course who is located near the railway station in the middle of the city. The other five courses are located no longer than 20 minutes from the area. You can also find several more courses within decent distance.

Courses nearby

Dargon Hills

Bangkok Golf Milford & Resort

Imperial Lake View Hotel & Golf Club

Palm Hills Golf Resorts

Royal Hua Hin GC

Springfield Royal CC

The Majestic Creek CC

Black Mountain.

Living in Thailand

Thailand can offer everything! From beaches with crystal clear water, rainforest and Paradise islands to amazing golf courses and city pulse. The climate is tropical, which gives a pleasant temperature all year around.

Live safely and experience the country side!

Criminality in Thailand is among the lowest in the world. You can feel safe when you visit Thailand. You are always welcome here – and will always be faced with a big smile.

Communications:

Airplane: Bangkok - Hua Hin 30 min

Bus: Bangkok - Hua Hin 3 ours and costs 130 Baht

Train: Bangkok Hua Lampong - Hua Hin 4 oursc

Direct flight Stockholm - Hua Hin

Hua Hin Airport will within short be a direct flight destination from the Scandinavian countries. The airport has just opened and is ready for these kind of flights.

Direct flight Bangkok - Hua Hin

Airline SGA now has four daily flights between Bangkok Airport and Hua Hin and four daily flight from Hua Hin to Bangkok.

The first flight from Bangkok leaves at 08:00

SGA Reservation Center Bangkok +66-(0)2-535 7050 First Floor Domestic Terminal +66-(0)2-535 7051

SGA Reservation Center Hua Hin +66-(0)32-522 300 First Floor Hua Hin Airport +66-(0)32-522 301

Climate:

Average temp is 27,5.

Hua Hin has an average of 2 550 sun hours every year, which gives an average of 7 hours a day! This is one of the reasons why Thailand has more than 10 000 000 visitors every year.

Rainseason:

July - September

Even during rain season the sun shines most of the days, but with a few break-ups for some rain. The temperature is still high – around 30 degrees.

Best time to travel here:

December to April, e.g., when Europa is coldest.

General information about Thailand

Airport

Bangkok´s Internationel airport, Don Muang, is located just north of the city. A cheap and simple way for transport is to take a “Public taxi”.

Airplane taxes

For international departures the taxi fee is 500 baht, which will be paid upon departure. Please note that you should save some money together with your air ticket before departure.

Traffic rules

Its left-hand traffic! Watch out when you walk the streets. Some one-way streets has bus lines in the opposite direction. Driving in Thailand varies a lot from driving in Sweden and many of the car are not insured. Avoid renting cars from companies that does not guarantee complete insurance protection.

Banks and Exchange

Banks are open Monday to Friday 09:30 (in Bangkok 08:30 as well as in several other parts of the country) to 15:30. Exchange offices are open all days until 21:00 or 22:00. The hotels can also help you to change, but the give low exchange rate. With VISA and Mastercards you can withdraw money in most cash dispensers (ATM).

Credit cards

Larger hotels, restaurants and shops accept the most common credit cards. Visa and Mastercard are the most common, American Express and Diners are not always accepted. Cash is preferable when you shop on the market or in smaller boutiques. As always – be careful with the usage of credit cards. Banks and exchange offices takes travel checks, remember you passport!

Currency

The Thai currency is called Bath (Bt) = 100 stang. Coins are available in 25 and 50 satang, 1, 5, and 10 bath. Notes are in denominations of 10 bath (brown), 20 bath (green), 50 bath (blue), 100 bath (red), 500 bath (purple) and 1000 bath (gray).

Suan Son Beach

A great alternative to Hua Hin main beach

Suan Son Beach has now become a weekend getaway for Thai families as well as the top choice on the �place to visit� list of the foreigners who come to spend their leisure here in Hua Hin

Suan Son Pradipaht or Sea Pine Tree Garden is located in a military camp about 9km south of Hua Hin. This beach has long been accepted as one of the most popular beaches in Hua Hin. Belonging to the Army Welfare office, the beach is open from around 5.30 am until midnight.

How to go�

Suan Son Beach is located within easy reach. It is at Km. 241 on Petchkasem Rd. only 9km from the centre of Hua Hin. You can take Tuk-Tuk, Songtaew, motorbike or your own vehicle. There is a low entrance fee of 10 baht for motorbikes, 20 baht for cars and 40-80 baht for buses (depending on the size). Go get refreshed at this famous beach, relax and enjoy the view of this beautiful beachside area. It can be assured that it is the best way to spend any of your free days.

A tranquil and relaxing place to visit�

This amazing beach in Hua Hin gives you a glimpse of genuine Thai beach life. It is one of the places you might want to consider, when escaping from the commercial tourism. Suan Son Beach was officially opened to the public as a tourist destination at the end of 2001.

The beach is very good for swimming and other beach activities, with fewer rocks than there are at Hua Hin main beach. The remarkable feature of this beach, as the name suggests, is the Sea Pine trees (Son) that grow in rows giving an orderly look.

These Pine trees provide adequate shade for one to sit and relax while admiring the beauty of nature, cool sea breeze touching one�s face calmly. The vast area of Suan Son Beach makes it possible for various kinds of group activities such as football, which always is an almost permanent feature of this beach. Taking a walk on the white powdery sand along this beach is another almost certain thing one would to coming to this beach in Hua Hin.

Get a comfortable stay here�

Another reason why people keep coming to this Suan Son Beach is because of the variety of accommodation that is available here. Hotels and bungalows with required facilities in this delightful atmosphere is the ideal place to spend your time. You have a wide range of types and price of the room you want to stay in. The price of hotel rooms ranges between 1,600 baht to 7,000 baht per night for general people. As for bungalows, the price ranges from 1,800 baht to 3,400 baht. Get full rest in these well-maintained accommodations at Suan Son Beach and rejuvenate yourself, receive the fresh and cheerful feeling nature will provide. Though Suan Son Beach is billed as one of the most popular beaches in Hua Hin where people prefer to pay a visit and spend their time, it retains its beauty and freshness perfectly well.

Feel free to enjoy yourself in a safe place�

One major advantage of this place is the soldiers belonging to the military camp who take care of the place, so the tourists and the guests who stay in the area will feel safe. You may even take a tour around this spacious camp to get a better idea and feel of the place. The well-laid garden is another attractive element here. Various restaurants serve a wide variety of food at reasonable prices. Be happy and relaxed to the full extent, on the sandy beach that virtually connects to Khao Tao which is some 3 kilometers to the south. The sparkling sea in the front, Khao Tao on your right, Khao Takiab on your left is one of the rare views you can have only here

[Crazy chef 1]

immigration is quiet efficient,helpful and friendly- nice folks.

thaiwatsadu- great home improvement market.

[ableguy]

immigration is quiet efficient,helpful and friendly- nice folks.

thaiwatsadu- great home improvement market.

immigration are as if not more corrupt as the rest absolute bastards. In hua hin? PM me