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CJ Express Plans 4 Billion THB Investment

Hua Hin TodaySeptember 1, 2017Comments Off 2017-09-01T17:27:43+00:00

CJ Express Co, the operator of CJ Express convenience stores and CJ supermarkets, plans to invest 4 billion THB as part of a plan to double the size of...

Wooden Shutters in Hua Hin; Fashionable Then & Fashionable Now

Hua Hin Today September 1, 2017 Comments Off2017-09-01T16:28:47+00:00

Wood shutters are not new innovations for window treatments in Thailand or internationally. They became a feature of royal palaces which have stood the test of time and remain...

Lessons from a Mediterranean Sailing Star

Hua Hin Today September 1, 2017 Comments Off2017-09-01T16:25:02+00:00

After a sailing lifestyle based on the Spanish Mediterranean coast at Valencia, young yachting star Eva Gil Talay has surfaced in Hua Hin to help Club Members at the...

Letters to the editor

Hua Hin Today September 1, 2017 Comments Off2017-09-01T14:31:54+00:00

Traditionally newspapers around the world have published letters received by readers as their opinions about a variety of subjects. In recent years social media may have overshadowed this outlet...

Why it’s OK to Charge Tourists More

Hua Hin TodayAugust 5, 2017Comments Off 2017-08-15T16:13:57+00:00

The subject of Thailand’s 2 tiered system with foreigners charged more for certain goods and services than the local population is often a source of angst. This abridged version...

Thailand’s ‘Super-Baht’ May Be Too Strong For Its Own Good

Hua Hin Today August 5, 2017 Comments Off2017-08-05T13:49:42+00:00

Two decades ago, Thailand became ground zero of the Asia financial crisis, when its government scrapped a dollar peg with the baht, a devaluation that unleashed a wave of...

28.8 Million THB from Auction of 32 “Beautiful” Phone Numbers

Hua Hin Today August 5, 2017 Comments Off2017-08-05T13:40:40+00:00

The National Broadcasting and Telecommunications Commission (NBTC) earned 28,844,999 THB from an auction of 32 “beautiful” mobile phone numbers. Altogether 168 “beautiful” phone numbers were put on public auction...

Rail Projects Progress

Hua Hin Today August 5, 2017 Comments Off2017-08-05T13:36:09+00:00

The cabinet has approved the proposed construction of the first section of the Thai-Chinese high-speed train project with budget of 179 billion THB. The project will be 100% government...

Golf & Sports

Golf Tip September

Hua Hin TodaySeptember 1, 2017Comments Off 2017-09-01T17:22:39+00:00

Playing a Plugged Ball from the Bunker We have all encountered the dreaded plugged ball in the bunker. Here is a simple way of getting the ball back in...

‘Gimme Golf’ – The Putt You Will Never Miss

Hua Hin Today September 1, 2017 Comments Off2017-09-01T17:17:52+00:00

Succinctly, a ‘gimme’ is a putt so short golfers consider it unmissable, so if conceded by another player, it can be picked up and counted as a holed putt....

Opportunities Abound for Young Footballers at the Dusit Thani Hua Hin Soccer Academy

Hua Hin Today September 1, 2017 Comments Off2017-09-01T17:14:54+00:00

From playing on the manicured grounds of the Dusit Thani to the less than elegant fields of Pala U Noi village. From playing against other football academies to taking...

The Most Celebrated Football Competition in Town! The 23rd Confederation Cup

Hua Hin Today September 1, 2017 Comments Off2017-09-01T17:12:28+00:00

Teams from nineteen Hua Hin and Cha-Am resorts and hotels have put their best foot forward at the 23rd annual Football Federation Cup kick-off commencing last month as a...

Food & Wine

Northern Thailand A Foodies Guide

Hua Hin TodaySeptember 1, 2017Comments Off 2017-09-01T16:17:26+00:00

If you have travelled and eaten Thai food in the northern region of Thailand, you will have experienced how good the flavours of this region are. Outside of this...

The chef’s favorite menu item to impress your dinner guests

Hua Hin Today September 1, 2017 Comments Off2017-09-01T16:01:49+00:00

Name: Fish À la carte Description: A simple salad and garnish buffet with a choices of whole fish, freshly chosen at the market with herbs and seafood sauce. Ingredients:...

Hua Hin Marriott Resort & Spa Wins Two Awards at Exotiq Thailand Awards 2017

Hua Hin Today September 1, 2017 Comments Off2017-09-01T15:46:45+00:00

Hua Hin Marriott Resort & Spa has won a pair of prestigious honours at the 2017 Exotiq Thailand Awards. The upscale beachfront resort, which opened in 2016, was named as...

A Beginners Guide to the Secrets of Thai Street Kitchens

Hua Hin Today September 1, 2017 Comments Off2017-09-01T15:42:06+00:00

As a traveller to Thailand, you are often confronted with a multitude of food options when you are in markets or around the streets; often it is quite challenging....

Real Estate

Urban Living: Investment Assets in the Heart of Bangkok

Hua Hin TodaySeptember 1, 2017Comments Off 2017-09-01T16:47:38+00:00

Urban living has been getting more and more popular among the young, successful, and rising generations of adults around the world. They want to live in city centres where...

Absolute Hotel Services Announces U Resort in Hua Hin

Hua Hin Today August 7, 2017 Comments Off2017-08-15T11:24:25+00:00

Absolute Hotel Services Group’s CEO Jonathan Wigley has announced the latest portfolio expansion with U Hua Hin, targeted to open in early 2020. U Hua Hin, which will located...

Russian Arrivals Rebound in 2017

Hua Hin Today June 8, 2017 Comments Off2017-06-08T11:56:24+00:00

Russian tourist arrivals to Thailand have continued to rebound in 2017, as the Russian ruble stays stable compared with other world currencies, including the Thai short, Russia’s long...

Researchers Succeed in Creating Artificial Mangroves

Hua Hin Today June 8, 2017 Comments Off2017-06-08T11:35:09+00:00

Thai researchers have succeeded in creating a substitute for mangroves to slow down coastal erosion and restore marine life. Researcher, Thanadon Sattabongkot said this week that it took his...

Spa & Health

Fitness, Fun and Luxury at the Lotus Sports Club

Hua Hin TodayAugust 7, 2017Comments Off 2017-08-15T10:56:20+00:00

Muay Thai and Mixed Martial Arts (MMA) are amongst the most popular sports in the world. But these sports are not just recognised for combat, but also for fitness....

Taking Care of Cancer

Hua Hin Today August 5, 2017 Comments Off2017-08-05T14:16:55+00:00

Cancer is getting a lot of attention on social media nowadays, especially when it comes to light with the passing away of a celebrity. Two recent late celebrities died...

Why Are You a Mosquito Magnet?

Hua Hin Today August 5, 2017 Comments Off2017-08-05T12:22:15+00:00

You’re trying your best to enjoy an evening barbeque, but a constant swarm of mosquitoes follows you from grill to poolside. As you swat madly at the pests, you...

Have You Ever Felt Like You Didn’t Get Enough Sleep?

Hua Hin Today July 3, 2017 Comments Off2017-07-03T14:46:23+00:00

How many of you started your day off by saying; “I didn’t get enough sleep. I want to sleep more?” We think many of you are familiar with the...

Entertainment

Mrs Noble Queen Thailand 2017

Hua Hin TodaySeptember 1, 2017Comments Off 2017-09-01T15:51:22+00:00

Last month the Blúport Resort Mall was crowded with many people and honorary guests attending the “Mrs. Noble Queen Thailand 2017” contest. Many beautiful women, media, sponsors, local organisations...

LTD Aims to be the Best Chino Pants Manufacturer

Hua Hin Today September 1, 2017 Comments Off2017-09-01T14:59:34+00:00

We want to introduce you to All-In-One Chino pants; the 3 perfect fit pants for men, featuring smart career options and relaxed weekend favourites. Selected styles of new type...

The Newest F.Fashion Fall 2017

Hua Hin Today August 5, 2017 Comments Off2017-08-05T16:22:42+00:00

is pleased to announce the launch of its Fall 2017 collection, where a true classic is perfectly blended with a touch of feminine to create a modern style...

Aude Lhotelais Back in Town

Hua Hin Today July 3, 2017 Comments Off2017-07-03T16:13:47+00:00

Friday, 14th From 6:30 – 10:00 at Railway Restaurant. A tribute to the French National Day with Aude. Grand Railway Buffet at Bath 1,100++ per person. Saturday,...

Motoring

Traffic jams, inconsiderate drivers, even driving in bad weather

Hua Hin TodaySeptember 1, 2017Comments Off 2017-09-01T15:05:18+00:00

Traveling in a variety of road and congestion situations can make you feel stressed. We’ve all experienced it. You’re enjoying a nice, peaceful drive on a sunny day. All...

50 Years from the MGB to the MG3 Only The Badge Remains the Same!

Hua Hin Today August 7, 2017 Comments Off2017-08-07T14:36:08+00:00

The second car I owned was a Morris 850, then known by everyone as the Mini. Some years later another Morris-inspired car was my 1967 ‘baby blue’ MGB; dramatically...

Thailand’s Eco-Cars – A Good Deal for the Environment, the Economy & the Driver

Hua Hin Today August 7, 2017 Comments Off2017-08-07T14:33:09+00:00

The Thai government began the first phase of the eco-car program 10 years ago in July 2007, with stage two commencing in 2013 The Nissan March was the first...

World Car of the Year 2017

Hua Hin Today April 27, 2017 Comments Off2017-04-27T15:22:11+00:00

The Jaguar F-Pace has been voted World Car of the Year for 2017, the automotive industry’s top award. In doing so, the lightweight offroader has essentially come up from...

World

Singapore National Day

Hua Hin TodaySeptember 1, 2017Comments Off 2017-09-01T14:42:33+00:00

John W B writes: “On page 17 for August you mentioned National Days for Pakistan, India, Indonesia and Malaysia, but ignored your close neighbour Singapore! National Day on 9th...

Your Country’s National Day

Hua Hin Today August 5, 2017 Comments Off2017-09-01T12:51:50+00:00

If you are not Thai then you will probably want to acknowledge your home country’s National Day in one way or another. Try to find a restaurant featuring the...

Some Offbeat Days Celebrate in August

Hua Hin Today August 5, 2017 Comments Off2017-08-05T16:16:20+00:00

At first glance, August might seem light on the holiday offerings. We dug a little deeper to find a healthy helping of celebrations to help you beat the low...

Eurovision Song Contest Ukraine 2017

Hua Hin Today June 7, 2017 Comments Off2017-06-07T12:13:03+00:00

The 2017 Eurovision Song Contest took place in Ukraine’s capital city, Kiev, which previously hosted the competition in 2005. The International Exhibition Centre, the venue for the contest, was...

Bluport Hua Hin

Big Bike Community Organize 11th Hua Hin Big Bike Week

Hua Hin TodayJanuary 10, 2017Comments Off 2017-01-10T14:57:00+00:00

His Excellency Suwat Liptapanlop, Former Deputy Prime Minister of Thailand recently presided over a press conference of Community Service Campaign, a part of 11th Hua Hin Big Bike Week event,...

Blúport Hua Hin Resort Mall Holds Blood Donation Campaign

Hua Hin Today January 10, 2017 Comments Off2017-01-10T14:25:24+00:00

Blúport Hua Hin Resort Mall together with The National Blood Centre of the Thai Red Cross Society recently has held a blood donation campaign entitled ‘MHeart: Loyal Hearts United...

Blúport Hua Hin Resort Mall Presents The “BLÚ Winter Market”

Hua Hin Today January 9, 2017 Comments Off2017-01-09T15:49:58+00:00

Blúport Hua Hin Resort Mall has joined the Thai Life Insurance Company Limited (Public) to organise the “BLU Winter Market” under the concept of “Food-Fun-Fest”, to serve scrumptious food...

Hua Hin Bluport World Watercolor Arts Biennale 2016 Thailand

Hua Hin Today October 4, 2016 Comments Off2016-10-04T12:45:58+00:00

The international watercolor arts of the world by many professional artists from over 50 countries The Hua Hin Bluport World Watercolor Arts Biennale 2016 is an international event organized...