To celebrate its 100th anniversary and the establishment of its municipality on 1 October 2009, Hua Hin is preparing various festivities throughout this year, according to Hua Hin Mayor Mr. Jira Pongphaiboon, members of Hua Hin Municipality and the Nation Group Managing-Director Mr. Thanachai Theerapattanawong.
Now, the organizers are planning several activities for the occasion. To name but a few are Hua Hin VIP Train Live Concert, Hua Hin Fair and Hua Hin Film Festival. Besides, there will be a concert on the beach in which over 100 artists from Thailand and many other countries are joining.
The Hua Hin VIP Train Live Concert, organized by Oriental Express Standard, will provide a luxurious trip around Hua Hin. A banquet will be held during the trip to many well-preserved architectural heritage of the city.
The Hua Hin Fair, starting from April to May, will see a show of both traditional and current fashion trends in Thailand.
The Hua Hin Live Concert will see the biggest car rally ever from Bangkok to Hua Hin. Music lovers will enjoy a concert performed by many fine artists in romantic atmosphere.
Movie buffs will be pleased to join in the Hua Hin Film Festival where short films using Hua Hin as a shooting location are screened. There is also a movie competition and the awarding winning film will be showed in Hua Hin and the upcoming World Film Festival in Bangkok.
Besides the festive activities, Hua Hin authorities will carry out a project of tree planting as a humble offer to His Majesty the King. Also, a book to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Hua Hin will be released. The publication recounts the history of this beautiful beachfront town much favored by Thai and foreign vacationers and gives detailed information on local tourist attractions.
The festivities aim to commemorate both the 100th anniversary and founding of the municipality of Hua Hin.
Hua Hin municipality to celebrate 100th anniversary
Hua Hin municipality to celebrate 100th anniversary
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A train journey around Hua Hin?The Hua Hin VIP Train Live Concert, organized by Oriental Express Standard, will provide a luxurious trip around Hua Hin. A banquet will be held during the trip to many well-preserved architectural heritage of the city.
I hope I’m out for that because I’m curious to see how that would work.
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Hua Hin Heavy Half Marathon to Celebrate its 100th Anniversary
The Preserve Hua Hin Group, in collaboration with Prachuabkhirikhan province and Hua Hin Municipality, is setting up a half marathon on Hin Lek Fai Hill to celebrate Hua Hin’s 100th anniversary.
The event, which is expected to attract 3,000 participants from Thailand and other countries, especially those of Africa, will be held on 5 April at 5.30 a.m. from Hin Lek Fai Hill to Wangkrata Village in Thab Tai and back to the Hill again, said Mr. Krip Rojanasathira, Chair of Preserve Hua Hin Group.
The half marathon will be divided into 2 categories: 21.1-kilometer half marathon and 10.5-kilometer quarter half marathon. Prizes value from 5,000 Baht, 3,000 Baht, 2,000 Baht to 1,000 Baht with a plaque.
A press conference for this event has already been held and was participated by Prachuabkhiriphan Governor Mr. Parnchai Bowornrattanaparn and Hua Hin Mayor Mr. Jira Phongphaiboon.
“It is the 6th year that this activity has been organized,” said Mr. Krip. “Despite hot weather and economic downfall, we would like to boost body and mind of the participants so that they are physically and emotionally strong enough to fight problems.”
“Since the event will celebrate the 100th anniversary of Hua Hin, I’d like to invite everyone to join,” concluded Mr. Krip.
Registration and more info:
- The Hua Hin Municipality Office, telephone 032-511 041 Ext. 101-102
- The Preserve Hua Hin Group, telephone 032-536 536
The Preserve Hua Hin Group, in collaboration with Prachuabkhirikhan province and Hua Hin Municipality, is setting up a half marathon on Hin Lek Fai Hill to celebrate Hua Hin’s 100th anniversary.
The event, which is expected to attract 3,000 participants from Thailand and other countries, especially those of Africa, will be held on 5 April at 5.30 a.m. from Hin Lek Fai Hill to Wangkrata Village in Thab Tai and back to the Hill again, said Mr. Krip Rojanasathira, Chair of Preserve Hua Hin Group.
The half marathon will be divided into 2 categories: 21.1-kilometer half marathon and 10.5-kilometer quarter half marathon. Prizes value from 5,000 Baht, 3,000 Baht, 2,000 Baht to 1,000 Baht with a plaque.
A press conference for this event has already been held and was participated by Prachuabkhiriphan Governor Mr. Parnchai Bowornrattanaparn and Hua Hin Mayor Mr. Jira Phongphaiboon.
“It is the 6th year that this activity has been organized,” said Mr. Krip. “Despite hot weather and economic downfall, we would like to boost body and mind of the participants so that they are physically and emotionally strong enough to fight problems.”
“Since the event will celebrate the 100th anniversary of Hua Hin, I’d like to invite everyone to join,” concluded Mr. Krip.
Registration and more info:
- The Hua Hin Municipality Office, telephone 032-511 041 Ext. 101-102
- The Preserve Hua Hin Group, telephone 032-536 536
Who is the happier man, he who has braved the storm of life and lived or he who has stayed securely on shore and merely existed? - Hunter S Thompson
As I'm playing a bit of golf again these days, it's just struck me that some kind of organised event could be arranged by the Tessabahn at Hua Hin golf course. After all, it's Royal and the oldest course in Thailand. Seems sort of fitting to me as part of a range of wider activities and events.
Who's going to suggest it to the powers that be and Boon Rawd Brewery (Singha beer family who own the land)?
Who's going to suggest it to the powers that be and Boon Rawd Brewery (Singha beer family who own the land)?
Thailand's oldest and most traditional beach resort celebrates her centenary.
This year, the coastal town of Hua Hin in Prachuap Khiri Khan province marks its 100th anniversary and, as befits this grand old lady of resorts, has chosen to celebrate the occasion with a series of cultural events and activities.
"We're beginning with the annual jazz festival next month and the party will carry on until December," reveals Jira Phongphaiboon, the mayor of Hua Hin.
Tucked away to the south of Bangkok, the coastal town, once known to locals as Samore Liang, has changed considerably since the arrival of the first train from Bangkok back in 1909. Fishing shacks soon gave way to the mansions of Bangkok nobility and the virgin sands of Samore Liang became known as Hua Hin Beach.
The coastal town was developed carefully with, perhaps, the French Riviera in mind. In 1923, the State Railway of Thailand opened the Railway Hotel close to the beach, and in 1928, King Prajadhipok (Rama VII) built a summer palace - Wang Klai Kang Won.
Nowadays, the "beautiful people" still flock to Hua Hin to spend weekends among the boutique spa resorts, chic restaurants and fashionable coffeehouses, stopping off for succulent seafood snacks at the night market.
And while Hua Hin has completely changed over the years, it has managed to retain much of its charm, making it a classy destination for the visitor with taste.
"What people enjoyed 100 years ago, such as the elegant railway station, the country's first golf course and the Railway Hotel [now Sofitel Centara Grand Resort] are still in service," says the governor of Prachuap Khiri Khan. "There is no better time than this year to return to Hua Hin and enjoy a large dose of nostalgia."
Certainly, the festivities have been planned to offer something to suit all tastes. Next month, the annual Jazz Festival promises plenty of good music from both local and international artists.
From July to September, a photo exhibition looks back at Hua Hin's history, while September brings Hua Hin Fashion Week, under a "retro" theme. The Film Festival follows in November.
"One hundred years ago, Bangkokians boarded the train to Hua Hin and enjoyed their very first weekends off, after the government introduced the five-day working week to Siam," says the mayor. "Visitors will be able to recapture the fun people experienced on their first train ride, as the State Railway of Thailand is organising a special Orient Express journey in November."
Gourmets travellers should mark December in their calenders, when the coastal town is hosting the Hua Hin Food Festival.
Over the past five years, the resort town has built a reputation for its chic restaurants as well as the great food found at the vibrant night market. For a more laid-back ambience, visitors sip wine or beer under white sunshades on the golden sands.
"Hua Hin is full of surprises when it comes to dining," says the governor. "People might rave about our seafood and fusion restaurants, but we also have the best [if not the most pungent] durian in Thailand, and our mango and sticky rice is second to none."
Recently, the beach town launched "360 Hua Hin", a guidebook to the best places to eat and visit.
Source: The Nation
This year, the coastal town of Hua Hin in Prachuap Khiri Khan province marks its 100th anniversary and, as befits this grand old lady of resorts, has chosen to celebrate the occasion with a series of cultural events and activities.
"We're beginning with the annual jazz festival next month and the party will carry on until December," reveals Jira Phongphaiboon, the mayor of Hua Hin.
Tucked away to the south of Bangkok, the coastal town, once known to locals as Samore Liang, has changed considerably since the arrival of the first train from Bangkok back in 1909. Fishing shacks soon gave way to the mansions of Bangkok nobility and the virgin sands of Samore Liang became known as Hua Hin Beach.
The coastal town was developed carefully with, perhaps, the French Riviera in mind. In 1923, the State Railway of Thailand opened the Railway Hotel close to the beach, and in 1928, King Prajadhipok (Rama VII) built a summer palace - Wang Klai Kang Won.
Nowadays, the "beautiful people" still flock to Hua Hin to spend weekends among the boutique spa resorts, chic restaurants and fashionable coffeehouses, stopping off for succulent seafood snacks at the night market.
And while Hua Hin has completely changed over the years, it has managed to retain much of its charm, making it a classy destination for the visitor with taste.
"What people enjoyed 100 years ago, such as the elegant railway station, the country's first golf course and the Railway Hotel [now Sofitel Centara Grand Resort] are still in service," says the governor of Prachuap Khiri Khan. "There is no better time than this year to return to Hua Hin and enjoy a large dose of nostalgia."
Certainly, the festivities have been planned to offer something to suit all tastes. Next month, the annual Jazz Festival promises plenty of good music from both local and international artists.
From July to September, a photo exhibition looks back at Hua Hin's history, while September brings Hua Hin Fashion Week, under a "retro" theme. The Film Festival follows in November.
"One hundred years ago, Bangkokians boarded the train to Hua Hin and enjoyed their very first weekends off, after the government introduced the five-day working week to Siam," says the mayor. "Visitors will be able to recapture the fun people experienced on their first train ride, as the State Railway of Thailand is organising a special Orient Express journey in November."
Gourmets travellers should mark December in their calenders, when the coastal town is hosting the Hua Hin Food Festival.
Over the past five years, the resort town has built a reputation for its chic restaurants as well as the great food found at the vibrant night market. For a more laid-back ambience, visitors sip wine or beer under white sunshades on the golden sands.
"Hua Hin is full of surprises when it comes to dining," says the governor. "People might rave about our seafood and fusion restaurants, but we also have the best [if not the most pungent] durian in Thailand, and our mango and sticky rice is second to none."
Recently, the beach town launched "360 Hua Hin", a guidebook to the best places to eat and visit.
Source: The Nation
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Thanks Buksida for posting this article!
Seems like there are many things in planning for our lovely Resort town. I think I get me the bool 360 degrease Hua Hin. it should keep me busy when I'm traveling abroad again in July and keep me from getting withdrawal Symtoms from being away from Hua Hin for so long!
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Seems like there are many things in planning for our lovely Resort town. I think I get me the bool 360 degrease Hua Hin. it should keep me busy when I'm traveling abroad again in July and keep me from getting withdrawal Symtoms from being away from Hua Hin for so long!
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(My fable for All Things Japanese knows no boundaries!) Proud Student of Stamford University Hua Hin Campus from 1999 to 2004 (5th Batch of Graduates.)
“Once you survive Stamford U Hua Hin Campus only you can survive anything!!!”