It has been nearly five years since my wife and I first moved to Hua Hin, Thailand. At the beginning it was hectic, where to rent, place the kids in school, get to know the neighborhood, find a job, and so much more. With a bit of effort we were able to settle in nicely. We rented a house on soi 27 for the first year while our house was being built. We are still friends with the owner and now help her to find good tenants. When friends I stay in touch with using facebook send me a message asking if I am ever coming back to Canada or why I love Thailand so much , the reasons are endless or ever changing as to why I have made Hua Hin my home.
Here are some of the reasons:
Hua Hin, Thailand is promoted by the Tourism Authority of Thailand as The Paradise City of Thailand. This transformation began a couple of years before the 60th anniversary to honor his majesty the King’s ascension to the throne. Better roads, a new modern hospital for the King, Improvements to the Parks and such to pay respect to the King.
As well the number of activities to do in Hua Hin is growing every year. Some of my favorites are jogging on the beach, Mountain Biking, Trekking at Pala-Au Waterfall, or grabbing s bite to eat at one of the many night markets. Some of the new activities are ATV racing, Paint Ball, and More Challenging Golf Courses and Driving Ranges. As well, a new cinema in the Market Village Shopping Mall.
One of my favorite spots is Hin Lek Fai Mountain. It is a rather steep walk up or you can easily drive to really see the best panoramic views of Hua Hin. Another great place is the Queen’s Park on the beach with a new Kids playground: Take Naebkehars Road to get there. A few food vendors are stationed there as well for a nice snack after play.
Cheers
Geoff