Intensive Meditation Training at a natural forest temple far from Pattaya (1-1/2 hours). Study with an instructor who has more than 40 years experience. Call Rizza, tel. 428626, 370178, 421919.

The Royal Garden Spa & Fitness Center is now running a host of daily activities: Monday: aromatic massage & Thai culture classes at 2 p.m. Tuesday: Thai cooking class at 11 a.m., children’s ballet class (Age 3-6) at 4 p.m. and (Age 6-9) 4:45 p.m., adult fencing classes 8:00 p.m. Wednesday: yoga class 11 a.m., line dancing 2 p.m., children’s tennis clinic 4 p.m. & Thai dancing 8 p.m. Thursday: Thai cooking class 11 a.m., Thai massage class 2 p.m., Thai language class 7 p.m. Friday: ladies tennis morning 9 a.m., aromatic massage class 2 p.m. Saturday: children’s activity camp 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday: children’s activity camp 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Thai massage class 2 p.m. And don’t miss the finals of the Royal Garden Tennis Tournament on Sunday, March 11. Contact the Royal Garden Spa for more details on 412 120 ext: fitness.

The Tequila Reef Cantina is now open on Soi 7 and serving a variety of Californian Tex-Mex food. Don’t miss out on the wicked margaritas.

The Ali Baba Restaurant is now serving South Indian cuisine. Never before tasted in Pattaya, they have introduced exclusive varieties of Dosa & Idlis - not to be missed! Make your reservations on 429 262 or 429 881.

Shenanigans Pattaya has a new Monday Special with home made soup, T-bone steak (400gms) with chips and mixed salad. Wednesday’s is the Great Irish Pig Out, roast pork, pigs liver, ham and lots more. All you can eat for 245 baht. Check out the Carvery Thursday-Saturday & Sundays from 12-3 p.m. & 6-11 p.m.

The Poppy Garden on the beach side of Soi 7 has re-opened the restaurant and is now serving great food. Pop in and enjoy some of the live entertainment as well.

Promotional price for Thai course only 900 baht per month on Saturdays or Sundays. Call B.E.C. School, tel. 421919, 428626.

Shenanigans Pattaya is holding a Quiz Night on Thursday March 8. The fun begins from 7 pm. Teams of four, no entry fee. All welcome to join. Lots of fun and prizes.

Show total! The O’ Zone Band is playing daily (except Sundays) at the Moon River Pub. Come and enjoy amazing entertainment at one of Pattaya’s best renowned pubs.

The Palladium Discotheque is featuring X-Tion House Party Special this Friday March 2. Special guest DJ Rob Sacred Grooves. This is for all Rave Fans and House lovers!

New! Treasure Hunt at the Thai Garden Resort! All kids aged between 7 and 14 years are welcome to join. The Treasure Hunt will be held on Sunday, March 4th, starting at 11:00 a.m. It gives any child the opportunity to use all his/her skills and get rewarded with the great treasure of Captain Mustache the Terrible. All other children will receive a small prize as well. Parents can enjoy a day at the pool while the kids are busy hunting. 98 baht per child includes buffet, drinks, Treasure Hunt, games and fun afterwards. 10 children from an orphanage will be invited to play for free. Sponsorships are highly appreciated. For reservations and sponsorship please contact Ms. Elfi at the guest services office or call her at tel. 370614-8.

“Mango!” Throughout March, all Amari restaurants will be serving a selection of delicious mango specialties. Be sure not to miss it! Where? The Amari Orchid Hotel.

Caf้ New Orleans on Soi Pattayaland 2 has a fine selection of Havana cigars. Tel. (038) 710 805.

The Chinese have been practicing Tai Chi as a fitness exercise for over 3000 years because of the wonderful sense of well being it gives them. Tai Chi is beneficial to the whole person, relaxing the mind as well as the body in that digestion, blood circulation and the functioning of the internal organs become more efficient. Dusit Resort Sports Club is hosting a regular Tai Chi program for all interested people. Tai Chi has no age, gender, work, status or language barriers. Classes are free for members and 100 baht for non-members. All are welcome to come along. Monday 19:45, Tuesday & Sunday 11 a.m.

Thai Garden Resort has started their LAWA Gymnastics - every Saturday beginning at 10 a.m. at the indoor swimming pool. Lawa gymnastics is a new kind of gymnastics, combining land and water exercises to keep body, inner organs and mind fit at the same time. Only 100 baht for 1 hour. Please make your reservations with Ms. Elfi at the guest services office, tel. 370614-8.

The Royal Garden Spa and Fitness runs 4 assorted aerobic classes per day including low impact, step, new body, body tone, and high/low impact. Call 412 120 ext. fitness for details and times.

Chi Kung training meets every Monday and Friday. Call Rizza, tel. 428626, 370178.

Experience authentic Thai culture: farming, gardening, life in a bygone era at Wanasin Farm. View ancient Thai houses and traditional handicrafts. Wanasin Farm is conveniently located on Soi Siam Country Club in Pattaya. Tel. 423 497.