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While it may take time before Hua Hin International Airport will take on more flights, travel to Thailand’s south may improve thanks to the construction of the country’s inaugural seaplane terminal at Phuket Airport. Seaplanes are airplanes that can land on sea and on conventional runways. Seaplane terminals are already frequently used in the Maldives, Vancouver, Canada, and other places worldwide. With the new terminal in Phuket, which is scheduled to open in 2025, Thailand will be added to this list. Seaplanes are scheduled to fly between Phuket and other tourist destinations, including Hua Hin, Koh Samui and Pattaya. Thanks…
A major pain point for Hua Hin is the road connection to Bangkok. While the town is only 2.5 hours from Bangkok in case of little traffic, road travel time can double in weekends or around public holidays. The good news: Thailand’s transport minister, Suriya Jeungroongruangkit, has vowed to speed up the construction of the Nakhon Pathom to Cha-am expressway. The 109-kilometer expressway is set to significantly ease traffic congestion at two bottlenecks: Rama II Road and Phetkasem Road. The M8 will thereby significantly reduce travel times between Bangkok and Hua Hin. Minister Jeungroongruangkit has detailed the ministry’s strategy to…
Looking for a new perspective on Hua Hin? Buckle up in a sidecar! Explore beautiful landscapes, turn onlookers’ heads, and capture great photos. Sidecars are fun on wheels, guaranteed! A sidecar is basically a motorbike with a passenger seat on the side and a third wheel for extra stability. Unlike a motorbike, where the passenger sits behind the rider, a sidecar provides a comfortable and enclosed seating area for your passenger. This is especially great if you travel with children or adults who might not be comfortable riding on the back of a motorbike. With three wheels, a sidecar motorcycle is more stable and easier…
Tickets for the “Thailand Open 2024 presented By EA” are now available. Held from 29 January to 4 February 2024 at Arena Sports Hua Hin (formerly True Arena), the women’s tennis tournament sees some of the women’s best tennis players compete for a prize pool of 300,000 U.S. dollars, or about 10 million THB. The WTA Thailand Open is part of the WTA Tour and is expected to see 32 players. This includes at least four of the world’s Top 50 players. 2023 Australian Open semifinalist Magda Linette from Poland, China’s Lin Zhu who won the Thailand Open in 2023,…
Tee off for a good cause on Saturday, February 3rd, 2024, at the Hua Hin Heroes Charity Golf Cup. The first golf event by the local foundation will take place at Banyan Golf Club, renowned for its challenging layout and beautiful setting. Beyond friendly competition between teams of four players, the event supports the well-being of children in the local community. The Hua Hin Heroes Foundation provides scholarships, food, medical and educational support, and English education for local schools. Following breakfast and a Bloody Mary bar from 10:00 am, the tournaments starts with a 12:00 pm shotgun start. After post-golf…
Get ready to lace up your shoes for the Hua Hin Marathon 2024 on Sunday, May 12th, 2024. Registration for the 4th edition of the event has opened. Runners can choose from a variety of distances to suit their experience and fitness level. The main event is the 42.195 km full marathon, followed by a 21.1 km half marathon, a 10.5 km mini marathon, and a 5 km fun run. Participants can expect a picturesque course that winds along the coastline, past historical landmarks, and through quiet neighborhoods. The start and finish line is near Wat Khao Krailart, a Buddhist…
On Sunday, January 14th, Thailand celebrates Children’s Day. Here are the best places to join ‘Wan Dek’ in Hua Hin. Thailand has celebrated Children’s Day since 1954 already, on the birthday of former Prime Minister and children’s advocate, Jawaharlal Nehru. Today, the day is marked by fun activities for the whole family across the country. Blúport Hua Hin is hosting a rock-paper-scissors tournament with a grand prize of THB 10,000, this Saturday, January 13th, from 10:00 to 16:00 hrs. This is a fun and unique way for kids to compete and win some prizes. Saying that, participation is open for…
Hua Hin has traditionally played on the safe side when it comes to food. Especially healthy dishes have been hard to get by. But it’s changing: from vegan cafes to organic farms dishing up healthy twists on Thai classics, a wave of health-conscious culinary options has entered the coastal town. Thai cuisine is world-famous for its great variety of delicious dishes, but some aspects carry potential health risks. High sodium in sauces, prevalence of fried food, taste enhancer MSG, and added sugars are concerns for long-term health. Unless you ask “no sugar please”, your ‘healthy’ fruit juice or shake comes…
VIVIN Grocery is bringing the cheese party to a whole new level with the Thai Cheese Tour 2023-2024 – a rockin’ adventure that celebrates the best of Thai artisanal cheeses across stunning destinations. The next stop on this tasty journey is Hua Hin, arriving at Nómada at Dusit Thani on January 27th, 2024. VIVIN Grocery, already a Bangkok legend for its exclusive Thai Cheese Buffet, is taking its passion for local producers and sustainable practices on the road. Each pop-up event will be a delightful feast with a selection of Thai cheeses, cold cuts, jams, chutneys, and artisanal bread. Paired…
As the weather is cooler and the holidays are behind us, there is no better time to go outdoors and lace up your running shoes than now. These are some of the most iconic short runs in Hua Hin. Hua Hin beach run• Distance: 5 km (one way)• Terrain: Soft sand, flat and scenic• Atmosphere: tranquil, refreshing• Highlights: listen to the soothing rhythm of the waves• Logistics: start at Hua Hin Beach near the pier and run south towards Khao Takiab, enjoying the gradual change in scenery from bustling beachfront to quieter shores. Wear sandals or trail shoes for better…