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Danish volunteers feted at the Captain’s Corner
Did you know that there are thousands of caring Danish
young people who have aspired to come to Thailand to do volunteer work at
the Pattaya Orphanage?
(L-R)
Louise, Katrine, Camilla, Ina, Christine, Louise, Camilla, Katrine, Carina,
Susanne, Anja and Ken enjoying Thai style-Danish hospitality.
“Father Ray is so well known and loved in Denmark,”
said Susanne, one of the volunteers from Copenhagen. “A great number of
Danes have pledged themselves to do whatever they can to help him in his
most noble cause to care for orphans. It may seem strange to some people to
hear that young individuals such as ourselves would want to fly half way
across the world, give up our time and money, abandon all the luxuries and
comforts of home, just to take care of these unfortunate children. But to us
it’s just our way of saying that we are aware of the hardships and
sufferings of so many children in the world and want to play our small part
in helping to lighten their burden and bring some happiness into their
hearts.”
Last week, Ib and Kannikar Ottesen hosted a dinner for the volunteers at
the Captain’s Corner to say, we care for you too.
The Ottesens Recognized
Alvi Sinthuvanik, immediate past president of the Rotary
Club of Jomtien-Pattaya presented a certificate of appreciation to Kannikar
and Ib Ottesen, owners of the Residence Gardens, Captain’s Corner and the
soon to be opened Jomtien Boat House.
The Ottesens, considered to be one of the most benevolent families in
Pattaya, have always supported Rotary’s worthwhile projects. They were
thanked for their kind support and generous donation towards the H.R.H.
Princess Soamsawalee Trophy, Rotary Charity Bowling Tournament held earlier
this year. All the proceeds were provided to schools in the community to
support the Education and Development of Morals and Ethics among the Young
People in our Community.
B ... 22 ... Bingo! AFT-ERC holds annual Bingo fun night
The Association of
Filipinos in Thailand - Eastern Region Chapter (AFT-ERC) held their annual
Bingo Night on September 29 at the residence of Stella, a very active
Filipino club member. Picture shows (from left): consolation prize winners
Rey & Rolly Perez; Rose Gamito, 2nd prize winner; Analisa Victorino,
the lucky winner of the grand prize, and Bilma Tamdell, 3rd prize winner.
Shenanigans heads for the high seas
On Sunday 13th October, Shenanigans Pattaya will be having its first
fishing trip. This family day out has the following itinerary: All meet at
Shenanigans before 10 a.m., take a bus to the pier, and upon boarding a
luxury cruise boat, set sail out to sea. On board will be plenty of scuba
diving equipment, fishing tackle, a light finger buffet which will run all
day, and unlimited beer, soft drinks, red and white wine. At lunchtime the
boat will pull into an island for a barbeque lunch, and in the afternoon
take a leisurely cruise back to the pier, arriving back at aprox. 6 p.m.
The cost per person is 1500 baht inclusive (no further hidden charges)
with all children accompanied by adults free. Fishing and swimming not
compulsory, having fun is.
Rotary Club of Pattaya holds social dance party to raise funds for kids’ bicycles
Vichan Pladplueng
President of Rotary Club of Pattaya, Nit Duangdee
presided over the opening of a Rotary social dance party at the Banglamung
Vocational College in Chonburi where members and guests kicked up their
heels for charity. The funds raised will go towards the purchase of bicycles
for children who have difficulty traveling to school in rural areas.
Honored
guests take to the floor to kick up their heels for the Rotary Bikes for
Kids project.
Held on September 30th, many Rotary Club members in the
Pattaya and Chonburi region, including past district governor of 3340,
Premprecha Dibbayawan, and past district governor, Som Intrapayung, and many
distinguished guests joined the party.
Past district governor of district 3340, from years
1999-2000, Somchai Jiaranaiphanit, initiated the Bicycles for Kids project.
The campaign aims to raise money to buy 10,000 bicycles
to present to children who have to travel daily over a distance of 3
kilometers to schools. The youngsters will return the bicycles when they
finished their schooling. That way the bikes can be passed on to others who
need them. The club believes that well-behaved children who study hard
should be rewarded by getting assistance to continue their education.
The Bikes for Kids project is also a tribute to president of Rotary
International Bhichai Rattakul, who is the first Thai to hold this honorable
position.
BCCT AMCHAM Eastern Seaboard Networking
The BCCT and AMCHAM in cooperation with Hemaraj Land and
Development PCL and Grant Thornton Thailand invite one and all to a joint
BCCT/AMCHAM Networking Evening on the Eastern Seaboard on Friday 11th
October 2002.
6 p.m. - Visit to Grant Thornton’s office (1st Floor -
opposite L’Opera, Eastern Seaboard Industrial Estate (ESIE), Pluak Daeng).
6.30 p.m. - Networking Evening at L’Opera.
All are very welcome to attend regardless of nationality.
The main objective is to provide an opportunity for networking for business
people based in the Eastern Seaboard area with members of the BCCT and
AMCHAM.
Hemaraj and Grant Thornton are sponsoring beverages and
snacks on a first-come, first-served basis from 6.30 pm. All other beverages
are at standard prices, as will be the rest when sponsored supplies have run
out.
There is no entry fee, but only those with business cards
will be supplied with sponsored beverages and food. Name card holders will
be provided on the door.
Please note that anyone planning to attend this event
must give advanced notice. Contact: British Chamber of Commerce Thailand,
Attn: Khun Nongyao Bousri, fax: +66 (0) 2651-5354, tel. +66 (0) 2651-5350-3,
email: [email protected]
New kid on the block - Tip Real Estate officially open for business
As Pattaya grows, so does the need for property. With the
increase in property turnover the need for reputable agents has also
increased. Tip Real Estate has now officially opened its doors for business.
The staff, whose office is located on Thappraya Road in Jomtien, has set
their sights on developing the Jomtien Market.
Managing Director Rob Denham said, “We would like to
keep our market in the Jomtien area, more people are moving here away from
the hustle and bustle of Pattaya.”
Soros
Kajohnprasart (center) cuts the ribbon. Joining the ribbon cutting ceremony
are Chollaa Limsawat (far left), sales consultant at Tip Real Estate;
Prathuangthip Kiyaphaet, owner (2nd left); Rob Denham, managing director
(back left); Krisanan Phruksaphong (2nd right) former MP of Thonburi and
Michael Webb (far right), head of the construction division.
The idea began with local businesswoman and owner of Tip
Real Estate, Prathuangthip Kiyaphaet who purchased her first property in
Pattaya over 20 years ago and now has great deal more on offer.
Khun Tip, as she is known, said, “I started my business
25 years ago. We now have many properties and thought that it would be a
good idea to add this too.”
On Tuesday October 2nd, local businesses and other
realtors in Pattaya battled the torrential downpours to wish Rob and Tip
good luck in their new business venture.
Business partner and son of the former minister of
interior, Soros Kajohnprasart performed the official ribbon cutting
ceremony, after which a delicious lunch and refreshments were provided for
guests.
Tip Real Estate not only deals with buying, selling and
renting but deals in construction and renovations with professional builder,
Michael Webb at the helm of the construction division.
For those looking for classical Thai furniture, there is
also a wide selection of beautiful hand-made Thai furniture available. Items
can also be made to order direct from the factory in Chiang Mai.
Tip Real Estate is located in the Foodmart complex in front of View Talay
Condos in Jomtien.
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