The secret of a day at a Thai golf course
I know quite a few people who play a game of pool billiards in Megabreak Poolhal, whether or not in a tournament context, but who are also avid golfers. Sometimes once a week, sometimes several times a week, they board a minibus to play a round of golf somewhere near Pattaya (where dozens of golf courses are available).
Tour of Thailand cycling race
Quite by accident, I found out, via the path of Pathiu, that an international cycling race would be coming to Pathiu on Thursday, 8/10. The cycling race, Tour of Thailand, although it takes place almost entirely in the South, is officially called “Princes Maha Chakri Sirindon's Cup Tour of Thailand.
A fast prince in Pattaya and eleven other Siamese
Prince Bira, in full HRH Prince Birabongse Bhanubandh, was born in 1914 as the grandson of King Mongkut (Rama IV). During his studies in London (visual arts!) he became addicted to fast cars and started a career as a racing driver.
Pool hall Megabreak in Pattaya opens again!
After being closed for more than 6 months, the doors of the popular pool hall Megabreak will open again for pool enthusiasts.
Information about golf in the Pattaya area
Thailand is known as a golf country par excellence. Many excellent golf clubs offer this option. A clear guide "Golf Guide 2019" provides a clear overview in Pattaya and "Eastern Seaboard".
Agenda: Jet Ski World Cup races at Jomtien Beach
December is an interesting month in Pattaya, with many events both nationally and internationally. In Pattaya and the surrounding area, flyers have been distributed at various locations for a sporting event on December 5: the international Jet Ski World Cup competitions at Jomtien Beach, opposite the Night Market.
F1 Vietnam Grand Prix 2020: Ticket sales started
Those who want to admire our Max in Vietnam must order tickets now. Last week the tickets for the F1 Vietnam Grand Prix 2020 went on sale. The cheapest tickets cost around $30. The Vietnamese capital will host the street race from July 24 to 30, 2020.
Making a difference – Panyee FC
A nice video that you should definitely watch. The special thing is that this film is based on a true Thai story.
Thailand at the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup
As a Dutchman, our interest is of course primarily in the Dutch women's football team, but Thailand is also present in France. The Orange Lionesses narrowly won the first game 1-0 against New Zealand, but the Thai team was unable to do that.
Curaçao wins King's Cup in Buriram
As we reported earlier, Curaçao participated in a mini-tournament in Buriram in recent days. The hosts Thailand, India and Vietnam were the three other teams that competed for the King's Cup.
There is still a nice prospect for football fans in and around Buriram, because next Wednesday, June 5 and Sunday, June 8, a mini-football tournament will take place in the Chang Arena in Buriram under the name “The 2019 King's Cup”
Are you watching the Champions League final today?
Today in Madrid the final of the most important club competition, the Champions League, will be played between Liverpool and Aja… sorry Tottenham Hotspur. Well, the dramatic loss of Ajax in the semi-final still makes many tongues loose, many prominent people, including Jurgen Klopp, think that not Spurs but Ajax should have been in the final.
Agenda: National Muay Thai day on March 17
March 17 is National Muay Thai Day. This is not an official holiday, but a day to reflect on the most important sport in Thailand: Thai boxing or Muay Thai.
Bicycle track around Suvarnabhumi Airport
Since the beginning of this year, the bicycle track around Suvarnabhumi airport has been reopened after a six-month renovation.
Thai Alexander Albon makes his debut in Formula 1 with Toro Rosso
The 22-year-old Alexander Albon, son of a British father and Thai mother, will make his debut for the Torro Rosso racing team in Formula 1 this year and will thus become a colleague of our Max Verstappen.
Chee Chan Golf Resort, newest addition to Chonburi
Chonburi is a golf resort richer. Number 27 in the wider area. Construction took three years and the official opening took place on 13 December.
Skating fun in Phuket
Skating is almost second nature to many Dutch people. You can skate on many artificial ice rinks almost all year round and – it is now December – it will not take long for a lot of fun to be experienced again on natural ice on ponds, canals and landscaped ice rinks.