Saturday, March 12, 2011

Pattaya Lighthouse Club enjoys magical evening at the Hilton Hotel’s Drift

The Lighthouse Club Pattaya broke its own record for attendance at March’s networking night at the Hilton Hotel’s Drift lounge with over 300 guests, including Pattaya Mayor Itthiphol Kunplome, coming out to enjoy themselves and raise money for charity.


Full story and images from The Pattaya Mail please click here

Friday, January 28, 2011

The Latest Pattaya Lighthouse Club Charity Event

Please join us on the 11th of February for the latest Lighthouse Club Charity event in the Havana Bar at the Holiday Inn located on Pattaya Beach Road. More details at the end of the article. If you haven't heard of the Lighthouse Club here is a little history first.

So what is the Lighthouse Club?
The Club has its origins in Newcastle in England, where in 1956 a group of exhibitors got together at the Rex Hotel after a construction exhibition. A certain Eddie Ward decided it would be a good idea to form a club, which would meet regularly between exhibitions, to continue the goodwill and co-operation enjoyed during the exhibition. The club was named after Saint Mary's Lighthouse clearly visible from the Rex Hotel. With this in mind a Benevolent Fund was formed in the early 1960s whose objective is to give financial help to the victims of accident and illness within the construction industry and to dependants after a fatal accident. Sadly, Eddie Ward died in 1993. Each year the Hong Kong Branch holds a dinner in honour of Eddie Ward, usually during July.
The Lighthouse Club chose as its motto the Latin expression “Aliis cum Humanitate”, which translates as “Consideration for Others”. 
The Lighthouse Club has become its own legend. The Club has grown from a small clutch of members to envelope branches not only in the UK, but also in South East Asia, Europe and South Africa. In this region there are branches in Hong Kong, Singapore, Malaysia, Thailand and the Philippines.

And what about the Pattaya Lighthouse Club?
The Lighthouse Club branch Pattaya started a few years ago around 2007. All proceeds from the events go to the Melissa Cosgrove Children Foundation (MCCF) the LHC charity-cause. It consisted of network functions rotated between a few of the leading Irish bars in town: Shenanigans and Jameson's The Irish Pub at Nova Park. The monthly gatherings focused on property-industry professionals and were quite successful at a glance. It was decided to interest a few new committee members to join and throw in some fresh ideas and efforts. The new committee was formed mid-2010 and a different selection of more attractive venues and a much more active marketing approach. This resulted quite effectively in corporate network gatherings with an almost ideal mix of business professionals active on the Eastern Seaboard with a growing interest of Bangkok based business owners.
Most of the LHC meetings at present attract an approximate number of 200-plus guests. What a great incentive for charity!
The LHC Pattaya events are now being regarded as one of the most prominent corporate network gatherings on the Eastern Seaboard of Thailand!
The Lighthouse Club Pattaya is 'operated' on a 100% voluntary bases by individuals that “make a living by what they get and make a life by what they give”
The Lighthouse Club is now leading on the Eastern Seaboard for the best quality charity-network events!

A little about The Melissa Cosgrove Children's Foundation
The Melissa Cosgrove Children's Foundation is a non charitable, not-for-profit organisation founded in 2003. It was set up primarily to provide education, shelter and care for children of migrant workers who live on large construction sites throughout Thailand. The Foundation works throughout Thailand bringing hope and happiness to disadvantaged children. Much of the work of The Melissa Cosgrove Children's Foundation is based in the labour camps set up by developers to service their building projects. It is very difficult in the 'civilised' West to to realise the terrible conditions under which these people live. Large galvanised iron compounds are filled with 2 storey galvanised buildings which are then divided into sections. Each family is allocated one section. How big is a section?? - 2 metres x 2 metres, with no windows, no cooking facilities, communal toilets for over 2,000 people.
The Melissa Cosgrove Children's Foundation team is working alongside the booming construction industry to continue giving hope and improving the lives of children living with their parents in the many squalid labour camps around the cities of Pattaya and Bangkok.
Most of these charity events are sponsored by these developers and associated companies.
We hope you have been inspired by the initiatives the Foundation is involved with at present and can identify with the need to help disadvantaged children in Thailand.
We want and need your help.  e-mail : travelswithmum@aol.co.uk  or Call Tracy : 08-47785476

Best way to help the charity for the children? 
Join us at the Holiday Inn on the 11th February from 6.00 pm until 8:30 pm. 
All are welcome, smart casual dress, admission fee : 300 baht for ladies and LHC members, 600 Baht for non-members.
Free flow of beer and nice finger-snack food; plus the special FREE Lighthouse wine! 
All available as long as stock lasts!
After 08:30 pm the show goes on...
Special promotion: 1/2 pint ice-cold draft beer ONLY: THB 50.00!
Red and white wine / whiskey mixer: THB 100.00!
Special party-snack/food promotion...
The event is sponsored by : Montpelier Group, The global wealth management and tax planning company.  
www.montpeliergroup.com
Look forward to seeing you there...and the children will love your help also...

Lighthouse is now leading on the Eastern Seaboard for the best quality charity-network events!
Join Lighthouse Club Pattaya on Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/lhcpattaya 

NOTE:
MEMBER-VOUCHERS [12 per booklet]
LHC "Member-vouchers" available in a member-booklet with 12 coupons.
Each coupon/voucher will entitle you to the reduced entrance fee at Lighthouse Club Pattaya Network Events.

1 Membership-booklet cost: THB 1,500
3 Membership-booklets cost: THB 4,500 AND GET 1 FOR FREE!!!

[For those that have an individual- or corporate LHC membership-card: You will be contacted by LHC-ADMIN to redeem your LHC card-privileges and convert them into MEMBER-VOUCHERS!]



Main-sponsor: MONTPELIER GROUP
The global wealth management and tax planning company

From its headquarters in the Isle of Man The Montpelier Group is a world leader in the provision of composite financial services focusing on the two key demands of private clients namely independent investment and financial advice and tax planning. These key activities are supported by in house Chartered Accountancy, a mortgage division and trustee services.
Operating through 52 offices in over 20 countries with over 700 staff Montpelier prides itself on being a truly independent supplier of financial services with no external influence over the advice given to clients.
We are truly innovative in our service and product offerings encapsulated in the Montpelier vision of " think smart- act smart "
Bangkok Office





Sunday, January 16, 2011

Movers & Shakers Pattaya





A section of an article with images by John Milkovich 


Rain or shine? Well I’ll take sunshine anytime, sorry Jamie. In late November 2010, Neel and I scheduled a business trip to Thailand to finish a client project and oversee business opportunities for expansion in the Land of Smiles. Jamie was stuck in cold miserable Vancouver coding away, we needed him to maintain headquarters while Neel and I took on this mission. In between our meetings and networking we did find some time for a few nights of liquid enjoyment. So finally after settling in Pattaya and finding a rhythm we were fortunate to attend and volunteer our services to the annual Movers & Shakers network charity event for business professionals on the Eastern Seaboard and Bangkok. 

The event is organized by founder, Cees Cuijpers whose Town & Country Property company is one of the founding sponsors along with JVK International Movers, and  Real Estate Magazine Thailand . This year  Movers & Shakers welcomed new sponsors RSM Advisory Thailand and Bangkok Trader to the annual charity network function which donates all contributions and proceeds to charitable causes.

The Movers & Shakers 2010 event chose to support the Lighthouse Club of Pattaya Branch, a charitable group, that backs the Melissa Cosgrove Children’s Foundation (MCCF) run by Melissa’s mother Tracy. MCCF is a not-for-profit organisation founded in 2003. The foundation works in Thailand, Myanmar (Burma) and Pakistan bringing hope and happiness to disadvantaged children.

This year’s turnout of more than 500 attendees establishes a strong following and a community of supporters who believe in donating for a worthwhile cause. M&S Founder Cees Cuijpers built the show around a mid-day golf tournament after which welcoming all players and guests to partake in an evening of pleasure in a corporate charity network gathering.
Making our way to the network gathering we arrived at the Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya. This place was incredible, it resembled a Lost World themed hotel. Walking the grounds in amazement, the detailed design and sense of adventure the resort emanates was impressive. I started to wonder if there was a petting zoo for dinosaurs?
 A 5 star resort facing the ocean where the guests gathered on the terrace in anticipation of what the night would hold. Drinks and appies were served and the Movers & Shakers event was just beginning.
The Centara staff punctually rung the bells and greeted everyone into the main ballroom. Lighthouse Club of Pattaya Chairman, Cees Cuijpers was delighted to inform everyone linked with Movers & Shakers that additional charitable bodies, the British Chamber of Commerce Thailand (BCCT) and the Austcham – Australian Chamber of Commerce have decided to merge their share of the charity proceeds giving the Melissa Cosgrove Children Foundation, the chosen charity of the Lighthouse Club Pattaya, no less than Bt210,000 from the event! A great donation to charity! This is in part due to the overwhelming support and success of the event and achievements made by the LHC Pattaya network events of this year.



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Wednesday, January 12, 2011

La Royale Beach Condominium, Jomtien Beach



We have a number of luxury condos available in La Royale Beach Condominium now at greatly reduced prices. Links to images and full details on our main website further down the page.Located at the far end of Jomtien Beach, La Royale Beach condominium offers residents the ‘Ultimate Seaside Living’ experience. The development offers a comprehensive choice of units to meet the individual needs of buyers. Enjoy the pleasure of living in a peaceful and serene beachfront condo, with all the benefits of being just a short distance from the busy and exciting center of Pattaya City Thailand’s most popular beach resort.





Facilities include :
2 Lap pools
Children's pool
2 Beachfront Pools
Fitness/Aerobics club/changing rooms and toilets/sauna
Landscaped gardens
Dry dock and boat storage
Convenience store
Coffee shop
Jogging track
Driveway and pedestrian walk



Covered driveway at lower ground floor
Pedestrian walk at ground floor level
Beach front Sala and direct access to beach
Pools - fresh water system
Water reticulation systems
Energy saving air conditioning
Biological septic tank









Most of these condos are unfurnished, the images are showroom furnished condos to give you an idea what can be achieved.
If you need any help in the interior design we have professional staff who can help.


We have three Type B, 2 Bedroom Superior condos for sale all with the same specifications and as shown in these images. All kitchens and bathrooms are fully fitted.

Specifications 

Kitchens and built-in furniture:
Cabinets: European style
Appliances: Imported hob, hood, oven, refrigerator
Hot, cold water and waste pipe
Built-in furniture: Hard wood veneer

Bathrooms:
Luxury sanitary fixtures and fittings: American Standard or similar
Frameless glass shower enclosure
Concealed electric water heater







We have the following Condos for Sale


Type B, 2 Bedroom Superior 
Located on the 6th floor
Living Area : 148 Square metres
Living & Dining area
Master Bedroom with closet and ensuite Bathroom
Second Bedroom with ensuite Bathroom
Fully fitted European kitchen
Balcony with sea views
Outdoor Jacuzzi
Telephone
Hi-Speed Internet (ADSL)
Unfurnished so you can furnish to your own taste.
Registered in a Foreign Name
Reduced Price : 11,900,000 Baht, reduced from 18,204,000 Baht 
Ref : JTC11977




Type B, 2 Bedroom Superior 
Located on the 23rd floor
Living Area : 148 Square metres
Living & Dining area
Master Bedroom with closet and ensuite Bathroom
Second Bedroom with ensuite Bathroom
Fully fitted European kitchen
Balcony with sea views
Outdoor Jacuzzi
Telephone
Hi-Speed Internet (ADSL)
Fully furnished
Registered in a Foreign Name
Reduced Price : 12,500,000 Baht, reduced from 20,424,000 Baht.  Ref : JTC11978


Further Details and Images.... 


Type B, 2 Bedroom Superior 
Located on the 30th floor
Living Area : 148 Square metres
Living & Dining area
Master Bedroom with closet and ensuite Bathroom
Second Bedroom with ensuite Bathroom
Fully fitted European kitchen
Balcony with sea views
Outdoor Jacuzzi
Telephone
Hi-Speed Internet (ADSL)
Unfurnished so you can furnish to your own taste.
Registered in a Foreign Name
Reduced Price : 12,900,000 Baht, reduced from 21,608,000 Baht
Ref : JTC15973



The Ultimate in Luxury


Type A , 3 Bedroom Superior
Located on the 20th floor
Living Area : 268 Square metres
Living & Dining area
Master Bedroom with Walk-in closet and ensuite Bathroom
Second Bedroom with ensuite Bathroom
Third Bedroom 
Third Bathroom
Maid & Utility area/Bathroom 4
Fully fitted European kitchen
Balcony with sea views
Outdoor Jacuzzi
Telephone
Hi-Speed Internet (ADSL)
Unfurnished so you can furnish to your own taste.
Registered in a Foreign Name
Price : 21,900,000 Baht, reduced from 35,912,000 Baht






































Further Details and Images.... 
If you would like further details or view any of these luxury condos please visit our website : Town and Country Property 
or
e-mail us : info@towncountryproperty.com