Hua Hin rolls out the Red Carpet

On Wednesday, Thailand's revered king, Bhumibol Adulyadej, the world's longest-reigning monarch, turns 80. To say that the Thais worship the man is an understatement. Read full story

Land prices in Hua Hin soar up to 50%

Land prices in the resort city of Hua Hin have increased by 25 to 50 per cent so far this year following huge investment by local and foreign land developers, according to Double 8 Realty, a licensed partner of German-based real estate firm Engel & Volkers (Thailand). Read full story

A LOVE AFFAIR CONTINUES - HAAD SAI NOI BEACH - KHAO TAO VILLAGE

Nearly 20 years have passed since my first stroll along my own private Thai beach where not another soul could be found - aside from a few cows grazing in a beach front pasture. Miraculously, enchanting Khao Tao Village's Haad Sai Noi Beach is still a peaceful retreat from the world, even though these days the cows are long gone and people have definitely discovered my secret beach of years past. Read full story

Resorting to music
The 'I Love Hua Hin Concert' is a fun way to raise awareness of the town's environmental issues.
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The beach gets an edge
Some people think the new-look Hua Hin is more fun, convenient and comfortable. Others can't believe the idyll is over. Read full story

Chiva-Som Sets a New World Standard

Dedicated to total well-being and harmony of mind, body and spirit, Chiva-Som is alwayslooking at ways to improve our service.
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SOUTHEAST ASIA ATTRACTS FOREIGN HOMEBUYERS

Countries like Thailand and Malaysia are waking up to the benefits that second-home buyers can bring to the economy. Read full story