Tawandang German Brewery in Bangkok .. oh so good ... cheers!!!!

1st visit in 2008, in good company of three good Thai friends.

Reporter Phill Smith

We were dressed casual and threw ourselves into the mix, well actually they were auto drive and I was quickly consumed by the Thai social culture (a few drinks, food and music and away you go – the genuine smiles creates a happy fever and it’s so contagious).

In 2010 I visited again, this time in formal clobber after an AustCham members Sundowner. Our surviving group of 4 decided on a “roadie”, our Thai team delivered us here and we protested that our formal attire was not in sync (cultural difference).. we had a great time absorbing the happy fever!

I’m reminded "T.I.T." (This is Thailand) as long you smile and show politeness your welcome from anywhere and dressed in anything!  (but be polite).

I'm back in 2015 and it's bigger and better, infact they just opened another branch with seats for 2,000 patrons .. what the !

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Music

The backing band is large the range of music took us from 'sipping ripple wine down in the lightnin' bar' to a Thai country style tune. The various singers were all talented with good strong voices that suited the style of music they performed. The girls wore tiny skirts and showed enough bare waist and navel to be considered on the cutting edge of modern.

Patrons
Mainly conservative middle class audience fill the cavernous room, the younger guys had the right haircuts (look like Japanese cartoon characters) whereas the Thai folk and morlam singers looked either like poor or successful country bumpkins. Make no mistake: this was a good show. The delivery was akin to being in the ring with Mike Tyson in his prime, but without the risk of having your ear bitten off.


Entertainment
The audience was not allowed a moments rest and the amount of dunkels being downed did their bit to contribute to the party atmosphere. The Thais know how to enjoy their music, actually any music just the loud sound and seeing anyone smile is enough to get them jigging and it’s most contagious. The girls have an outstanding ability to be innocent yet so sassy in their dance moves, I'm not so sure if some parents would approve. Despite the slight disappointment in the not so authentic German taste of the viands and brew, I had a blast watching the people genuinely having inspired fun and could not help but laugh in wonder at the play list and the way it was put together. If you want to impress look no further for dinner and entertainment under one roof.

The centre room is bulked with Tables and the wing area is 2 storey all having good view onto the stage show which never ends. The night engulfs you and everyone us standing at their table jigging along to their favourite tune or they wonder to the narrow dance area in front the stage to dance more or offer rewards to the entertainers (free drinks).


Food may be an afterthought to the 40,000 liters of lager and other beers brewed here each month, but the kitchen turns out decent Thai food, with some German and Chinese fare thrown in for good measure.



The taproom (which is really why you should come) especially boisterous when the Band is performing its fusion of Thai and Western music. On nights that the band's not playing, local singers perform Thai and Western favorites. Established 1999, Tawandang is a large venue and you guessed it: is very popular with the locals due primarily to the right kind of entertainment. There are three types of beer brewed on the premises, Lager, Dunkel and Weizen. They are available in containers that range from 0.33L to 5L.

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The ultimate Hospitality Experience for the Achiever ประสบการณ์จากการต้อนร้บที่ดีที่สุดสำหรับผู้ที่ประสบความสำเร็จ.

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The ultimately reward for anyone, anytime is Coco’s Restaurant in South Perth W.A.

รางวัลในท้ายที่สุดสำหรับทุกๆคน ทุกเวลา คือ ร้านอาหารโคโค่ ทางใต้ของเพิร์ธ ออสเตรเลียตะวันตก.

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Reporter Arwee

For the tourist visiting Perth is a wonderful adventure to visit Perth, the most beautiful and cleanest city in Australia, then jump on the ferry at Barrack street for a 15 minute journey across the Swan River to arrive at Mends St Jetty, on the way you are likely to see a few dolphins in the river or glance up to Kings Park which is the most popular vantage point to view the city (the view at night is spectacular).

สำหรับนักท่องเที่ยวที่กำลังจะมาเที่ยวที่เพิร์ธ เป็นอะไรที่น่ายินดีที่จะได้ผจญภัยในเมืองที่สวยงามและสะอาดที่สุดในออสเตรเลีย เมื่อไหร่ที่คุณได้มีเวลาเที่ยวชมเมืองลองนั่งเรือเฟอรารีจากถนน Barrack เพียงแค่สิบห้านาทีในการนั่งเรือข้ามฟากแม้น้ำสวอนมาที่ท่าเรือที่ถนน Mends ระหว่างทางคุณอาจจะโชคดีเห็นปลาโลมาว่ายน้ำเล่นก็เป็นได้ หรือชำเลืองงมองขึ้นดูคิงส์ปาร์คสักนิด ซึ่งเป็นสวนสาธารณะบนเขาจุดชมวิวมี่สวยที่สุดในพิร์ธ โดยเฉพาะอย่างยิ่งช่วงเวลากลางคืน.

When you arrive at Mend St Jetty (it’s the same route to visit Perth’s Zoo) then walk 100 mtrs to elevated street frontage entrance to Coco’s Riverside Bar and Restaurant..

เมื่อไหร่ที่คุณข้ามฟากมาถึงท่าเรือถนน Mendหรือสวนสัตว์เพิร์ธ ให้เดินตรงมาประมาณ100เมตรทางถนนที่เป็นเนินสูง คุณจะเห็นทางเข้าของร้านอาหารและบาร์โคโค่ ซึ่งตั้งอยู่ริมแม่น้ำสวอน.

From the moment you arrive you just know it’s special and my Boss had a meta message to share about this place.
เมื่อไหร่ที่คุณมาถึงและคุณจะรู้ว่ามันพิเศษแค่ไหน และเจ้านายของฉันก็มีนิยามสั้นๆมาแชร์เกี่ยวกับร้านนอาหารนี้เช่นกันค่ะ.

Introduction to Pattaya

Pattaya (sometime spelled “Pataya” or “Phattaya”)

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Pattaya lies around 150km to the southeast of Bangkok, Thailand. This is Less than 2 hours by road, and stretches for some 15km along the Eastern Seaboard. Thailand ’s Largest resort, it shares the coast with traditional a fishing villages, other resorts such as Bang Saen and Rayong, new industrial centers, the town of Chonburi and Sriracha, and the port and naval base of Sattahip.

Pattaya in the past was just a little fishing village. Until 1960s, American servicemen form the U. S. Air Force base at Utapao in neighbouring Rayong Province began using the area for “Rest and Recreation” (R&R) , causing a huge boom in entertainment business.

When the Americans left following the end of the Vietnam War, the city fell into a crisis. However, modern mass tourism brought a new life to Pattaya. The city is considered heaven or hell on the Earth, depending on how you look at it.

More than 35,000 hotels’ rooms were available in Pattaya. It is an eapecially popular vacation destination for families from Russia, Eastern Europe, Scandinavia and other countries. It also a large international expatriate population and many services meet international standards In recent years, new shopping malls, outlet stores and jewelry stores have sprung up like mushrooms, which have helped in increasing the length of stay of visitors to the city.

The Ultimate Golf Facilitator in Thailand

It's easy to rely on the Neon sign


Quality Care and Convenience
if only it was true, if they only understood it means all day every day.

Well, good news our search for the "Holy Grail" has discovered yet another Amazing Thailand Experience "Golf in a Kingdom"


They are the Premier golf facilitator and backed their sister company GolfAsian connecting golfers to the most popular Asian golfing regions - Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam.

So what’s “oil” on GolfAsian

In business for over 12 years

American owned & managed, 25 full time staff

Customer base of 17,361 satisfied golfers
Publish Thailand golf book and Asia golf directory
Operations in all Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia golf destinations
Endorsement and licenses from Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT), Association of Thai
Travel Agents (ATTA), International
Association of Golf Tour Organizations (IAGTO)
First hand experience and knowledge golfing at all Thailand, Vietnam, and Cambodia premier golf resorts

Tailor‐made and group golf packages in Thailand, Vietnam, & Cambodia

Experienced golf and travel advice and expert golf travel tips Invaluable Services

Why Golf in Thailand? The People, Culture, & Customs

The Places: Beaches, Mountains, Cities, Countryside Quite Towns & Bustling Centers Something For Everyone!!!

The courses: 260 Golf Courses
Bangkok ‐ Over 30 excellent courses, bustling city with superb dining and entertainment, hub for Southeast Asia
Phuket –Island beach resort, 8 top courses including world famous Blue Canyon, direct overseas flights
Pattaya ‐ Beach & golf destination with vibrant nightlife, over 20 fine courses
Hua Hin – Beach resort town well suited for families and couples, 2 hours from Bangkok, 8 golf courses
Chiang Mai / Chiang Rai – 7 top courses all with unique scenery, famous for hill tribes and the Golden Triangle
Koh Samui –Tropical island, one of the most challenging and spectacular courses, also good for couples
River Kwai –Rich in nature and history, Bridge Over The River Kwai, 10 golf courses –all remote
Khao Yai –Largest national park with waterfalls, vineyards, and pleasant surroundings, 9 golf courses

Don’t forget: the Caddies – the are polite, patient.. they don’t carry a compass but they will find your ball.

and the Tourism: Shopping, Golf Shopping, Spa, Massage, Food, Nightlife Non



History of Golf in Thailand

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1906: played at the Royal Bangkok Sports Club
1924: His Majesty King of Thailand Vajiravudh granted permission for the construction of the Royal Hua Hin Golf Course
1964-1975: Thailand Golf Association formed;1st Thailand Open (1964), World Golf Championship
(1975), Siam CC opens
1985-1995: Over 200 courses open for play
2009: Banyan GC, Thailand’s 260th course opens

And how about the History of Mark Segel
My background is Engineering, I visited Thailand for a golf trip some 5 years ago, and like so many wanted to be part of it.
Picture Phill Smith AusWaThai and Mark Segal CEO AsianGolf.


The opportunity to buy GolfAsian came up, at that time the company's focus was Golf Publications with a handful of staff and a humble client base, around 100 golfers per year.

"We saw the gaps in the market and decided to deliver a facility that meets the needs of the golfer". "I’m a golfer, so I regularly play the courses in Thailand, Cambodia and Vietnam to experience all aspects of our tours and test our infrastructure to ensure it suits the end user". Now 7 years later we have 25 full time staff and recognised as Thailand’s premiere golfing facilitator.

How does “Golf in a Kingdom” add value for the golfer

With our volume and buying power we can get you on the Premier and private member golf clubs , value‐for‐money and boutique resorts. We have reliable transportation backup up with 24/7 service by knowledgeable staff. Our experienced travel consultants are focused on delivering Golf arrangements, Itinerary and activity suggestions – we guarantee the service satisfaction. We co ordinate more than 4,000 flights per year, the flights range from a single golfer for a single game to large groups, tours, tournaments and all aspects complimenting the experience.

People are welcome to DIY and save but when it goes wrong and it can and does in a foreign country it means disaster to your holiday.

We really exist for the upper market customer that is committed to enjoying themself, when you consider how much they already saved (compared to home) on accommodation, food and great shopping bargains there is not much to haggle over a green fee, but boy try to overcome the costs of “damage control” and you’ll wish to thought about quality rather than price.

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We regularly have tried and tested tours within Thailand and cross Boarders Thailand, Vietnam and Cambodia, they are quite spectacular and offer unique memories.

We recognise the significant benefits available at “Golf in a Kingdom”. They are now prominently featured in our “Business Exec Tours - Golf” Bangkok website. This site is a display of Value added features of Thailand,. the toll fee to access the Network is - up to you.

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Dr. Golf has a resolution “play without Pain”

Dr. Golf aka Dr Nanthadej is an experienced orthopaedic specialist and himself an excellent golfer. He coordinates Bumrungrad's Doctor Golf services.

Bumrungrad International is Asia’s Leading Hospital with in excess of 430,000 international patients ..

Just ask anyone who has been to Bumrungrad Hospital, I don’t mean for treatment, I mean simply just visited, they will tell you it’s “out of this world”.


It’s out of this world because it’s more like a 5 star hotel and 1/3rd of the price and twice the level comfort and can Convenience. Their Logo does get it right “World Class Care”.

Most visitors (patients) become addicted (to the care) and find themselves going back for more (rather than suffer in silence).

I admit, I’m addicted so I keep going back. As I had nothing wrong with I find the resolution Dr. Golf.

Now I’ve had my “hit” I’m smiling and keen to share the wellness. I recently visited Bumrungrad International seeking an audience with Dr. Golf aka Dr. Dr Nanthadej

In fine Thai style I was greeted by Khun Palmy, Public Relations Coordinator. By chance we also meet with Khun Siti Survo, Expat Marketing Executive for brief chat about the recent Expat expo at the Hospital. Details of that event are covered in another media article at this link.

Khun Palmy kindly provided a brief tour of the hospital (5 star hotel). The more we toured the more I was questioning the theme of a Hospital. There is a soft harmony about the place, it has that “vibe” thing we talk about when we become attracted to the place and feel at ease.

They, the genius behind the scenes have created a culture that is very special, the U.S. Management team have infused their intel with the smiles of Thai to create a truly remarkable environment.

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International Patient consultation and language translation

Our tour lasted for about 30 mins ( I could have just sat down somewhere and enjoyed the passing smiles for the afternoon) we made our way to orthopaedic section, it’s Dr. Golf’s other home.

I should add that I (like most people) don’t like hospitals as a rule, but Bumrungrad is a worthy exception.

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one of many reception areas in the Hospital

Dr. Nanthadej (Dr. Golf) was quick to receive me in the waiting room, drats I was just starting to enjoy the surrounds. Khun Palmy escorted me to the Dr. Examination room where I was welcomed by the man and rebuilds broken golfers.

Dr. Nanthadej is well versed at his trade, that was clear, but more he as a passion about his art of wellness and a keen golfer as well so he has prospective.

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We shared our common knowledge aspects of golf which lead us to and more intricate elements of golf motor mechanics and what causes those nagging injuries and worse how simple they are to treat but can’t because we don’t have his knowledge “everything is easy once you know how”

I learnt so much in such a short conversation. I could see Dr. Nanthadej was enjoying my attention but the increasing frequency of visitors meant I was running out of time. Khun Palmy showed remarkable patience, I dare say it’s not much fun watching 2 guys gorge themselves on golf swing and muscle ache revelations, nonetheless she was not letting the team down.

Did I mention Dr. N is a keen golfer (keep that in mind if you find yourself in a round of golf, his knowledge of your ailments might be the source of mind games).

We synchronised watches and rationialised we have limited time for an inspection of the golf clinic so I should come back another day. I agreed but noted I’m out of days so t must be next month and then it was decided no it shall be now!

Dr. Golf co ordinated instructions to Khun Palmy and I was led to the elevator while Dr. G delivered instructions to about 10 support staff that were queued and waiting. A few moments later we were across the driveway an entering an auxlliary building. The building is infact the residence facilities for patients (5 start private hotel) , what a great place to house a golf clinic.

The customary Wai received by fine tailored wait staff to the private apartments and through a side door on the ground floor and you enter something that looks like a fitness club.

The unique golfing clinic is well established and very very well appointed. It’s probably just as well the golf clinic is not in the hospital because when you go there it’s hard to get past all the care and smiles. The worst part must be the outpatient section because they know they are suppose to leave, I dare say many contemplate a slip and fall, not to sue but for the addiction of smiles and care.

Picture below: Dr.Nanthadej with Phill Smith from AusWaThai in the Golf Clinic

Now back at the Golf Clinic, as I wondered I was mystified by the various mechanic contraptions. They were neither nor old and dated, more like something from NASA.

The Doctor kindly explained their application and invited me to test (I did ok on the reflex and balance thingo), I really have forgotten the tech terms.

I concluded the array of fancy devices and contraptions would be common place in the worlds leading sporting corporations to ensure the million dollar athletes are fully functional.

The 6 most common golf injuries: causes, symptoms, solutions

Only about 40 percent of amateur golfers are injured while playing the sport. Research on golf-related injuries shows most of these injuries involve the back, elbows, shoulders, wrists/hands, knees or hips.

All golfers, regardless of the level at which they play, should know what causes the most common injuries, what their symptoms are, and when they should seek the help of a physician.
PREVALENCE OF INJURY FOR RECREATIONAL GOLFERS
Lower back 36%
Elbows 32%
Hands and wrists 21%
Shoulders, knees, and other injuries 11%
*Harvard Medical School Study (2004)

Name:
Dr. Nanthadej Hiranyasthiti
Specialty:
Orthopaedics (Bone) - Orthopaedic Surgery, Spine Surgery
Language:
Spoken: English,Thai
Qualifications:
Medical School: - M.D., Faculty of Medicine, Prince of Songkla University, Thailand, 1989Board Certifications:- Diploma of The Thai Board of Orthopaedic Surgery, 1995Fellowships:- Spine Surgery, Chicago, USA, 2001-2003Member of North American Spine SocietyMember of American Association of Orthopaedic Surgeons

It goes without saying we recommend you visit the land of smiles, book yourself in for a service at with Dr Golf, The Golf mechanic and extend your driving life

Please enjoy the facilities presented in our Business Executive Tour services Bangkok Thailand

We offer the solution so make a resolution

at http://www.tours.thaibis.com/

on this webpage we offer a special promotion of Dr. Golf as well as many Golf features and tours in Bangkok.

We also offer special features and benefits about Bumrungrad Hospital

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Australia versus Thailand .. the winner is ?

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Hedonism is a school of philosophy which argues that pleasure has an ultimate importance and is the most important pursuit of humanity.



lets explore this statement............................



Hedonism Basic conceptsThe basic idea behind hedonistic thought is that pleasure is the only thing that is good for a person. This is often used as a justification for evaluating actions in terms of how much pleasure and how little pain (i.e. suffering) they produce. In very simple terms, a hedonist strives to maximize this net pleasure (pleasure minus pain).

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The nineteenth-century British philosophers John Stuart Mill and Jeremy Bentham defended the ethical theory of utilitarianism, according to which we should perform whichever action maximizes the ggregate good. Conjoining hedonism, as a view as to what is good for people, to utilitarianism has the result that all action should be directed toward achieving the greatest total amount of happiness.

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Philosophy is the study of general and fundamental problems concerning matters such as existence, knowledge, truth, beauty, law, justice, validity, mind, and language.




Pleasure, a "state of mind", is commonly conceptualized as a positive experience,happiness, entertainment, enjoyment, ecstasy, and euphoria. Experience of pleasure is subjective, varying among individuals and typically stimulated by eating, exercise, sexuality, music, usage of drugs. The term analogously connotes a positive mental state arising from complex perception, writing or reading, accomplishment, recognition, service, indeed through any imaginable activity.

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Intrinsic value is an ethical and philosophic property. It is the ethical or philosophic value that an object has "in itself" or "for its own sake", as an intrinsic property. An object with intrinsic value may be regarded as an end or end-in-itself.



ultimate importance Intrinsic value is an ethical and philosophic property. It is the ethical or philosophic value that an object has "in itself" or "for its own sake", as an intrinsic property. An object with intrinsic value may be regarded as an end or end-in-itself.

humanity may refer to:

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· The human species
· The total world population of humans
· Human nature, psychological characteristics that all normal human beings have in common
· Compassion, altruism, or similar positive aspects of human nature along with aggression, fear, or similar negative aspects
· The human condition, the totality of experience of existing as a human
· The humanities, academic disciplines which study the human condition using analytic, critical, or speculative methods






Next lets visit the world happiness map - see the details...

It should be glaringly clear who the winner is .... . It's a Traveller, one one that can appreciate the difference.. which are you ?