Pai Reggae Music Festival 2009

Date : 24 - 25 January, 2009
Venue : Pai Tree House Resort ,Pai, Mae Hong Sorn 

An unusual music festival is scheduled in the far north western province of Mae Hong Son, 24 to 25 February. The tiny village of Pai, a favourite destination with travellers who are eager to exchange their worries and work stress for a peaceful laid-back vacation, is not your standard venue for a Reggae music festival. Surrounded misty mountains Pai is better known for its idyllic environment and natural beauty where you can enjoy a simple guesthouse scene, treks to hill tribe villages and white-water rafting.
Now Pai is also the venue for the annual Reggae Musical Festival hosted at the quaint Pai Tree House.  Here Reggae musicians from Pai and neighbouring districts will entertain visitors and locals just for the fun of playing their favourite music for friends and visitors alike. 

Welcome to Reggae Music Festival 2009 
"GREEN WORLD PAI SEASON"
The concept and theme behind this year Pai Reggae Festival is Global Warming. We want to make everyone aware that it is a problem that won’t go away. Everybody needs to make some effort, never mind how big or small. We want to spread the word to the world that Pai is a place to put on your holiday agenda, visit us, visit a place some call heaven, any time of the year. We join together with tour companies and travel agents and welcome their support for the party of the year. Set on 24-25 January 2009 at Pai Tree House Resort (Public area, Nong Krating Domain, Vieng Nei , Pai Mae Hong Sorn) 
 
Free!!  Member card in which you in green season (June-Aug) 
will get free Shuttle bus and 25-50 % discount on room and adventure.

Pai Maehongson Thailand Reggae Festival 24-25 Jan 2009 # 4
Ticket price 390 Baht/day and receive premium gift at the event.
• Receive 1 Drink Free!
• VCD Pai Maehongson Reggae Festival 2008
• CD’s UTOPAI
• Premium Postcard 2009
• Premium Handbill 2009
• Get discount 40 % for book shop at this event and BANANA WORLD FESTIVAL
• Special!!..2 in 1 of ticket (Pai Maehongson Thailand Reggae Festival  &BANANA WORLD FESTIVAL)
- Ticket of Pai Maehongson Thailand Reggae Festival  
- Get discount 20-50 % for booking at resort and adventure activity in “GREEN SEASON 90 DAYS” JUNE-JULY-AUGUST
- Ticket of GREEN WORLD SEASON & BANANA WORLD FESTIVAL Since 3-7 JUNE 2009

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1. Green Season Card Credit able to use on Green season only.
2. Member settle from 1 June 2009 – 30 September 2009

Online Booking www.thaiticketmajor.com
Call Center 02-262-3456 
Due to 17 Jan 09 
 
For more information call
• Pai Arts Club : 081-4931246
• Tourism Pai 053 699 935
• Travel Police 115 ,1699 , 053 611 812
• Pai Police Station 053 699 218 
http://paireggaefest.com

Aka Hill Tribes Mini Light and Sound Presentation

Date : Saturday 10 January / 14 Febuary / 14 March /11 April 2009
Venue : Chiang Rai Social Development Centre 12 on the Doi Mae Salong road 
             in Pa Sang Sub-district of Mae Chan, Chiang Rai

Chiang Rai province hosts its annual light and sound show that presents insights into the culture and daily life of the Aka hill tribes, resident in hilltop villages in Mae Chan District.  First introduced in 1999, the show is now staged once a month during the tourist high season from January to April. This month, the show will be presented, 10 January, 14 Febuary, 14 March and then finally on 11 April, at the Chiang Rai Social Development Centre 12 on the Doi Mae Salong road in Pa Sang Sub-district of Mae Chan.

Aka hill tribe villagers perform at the centre demonstrating authentic renderings of their culture and lifestyle to visitors. There are also handicrafts on display.  The centre is also considering the introduction of home-stay accommodation that will focus on international tourists to encourage community-based tourism. It will allow visitors, who are interested in Aka traditions, to study the village up close with village elders providing instruction and insights into cottage industry and cultural activities. The light and sound show is presented in both Thai and English, and runs from 1730 to 1930. Tickets cost Bt150 per person and the show with dinner is priced at Bt300 per person.

For more information, please call TAT Chiang Rai Office Tel. 66 (0) 5374 4674-5, 66 (0) 5371 7433 Chiang Rai Social Development Centre 12 Tel. 66 (0) 5391 4471

 

 

Ayutthaya

		Phranakhonsriayutthaya was the former capital of Thailand established on the bank of Chao Phraya River since the Buddhist Era 16 - 18. The traces of ancient cities and ruins, stories, chronicles, historical annals and stone tablets can be found at present. Prior to the establishment of Ayutthaya Kingdom in 1350, the town called "Ayothaya City" or "Ayothaya Srirama" or "City of King Rama" had been already constructed. In the east of the island. Ayutthya City was very prosperous in administration, politics and culture. At that time, three laws were used in the administration, that is, all-inclusive laws, slavery laws and loan laws.
	King Ramathibodi I or King Uthong established Ayutthaya City as the capital in 1350. Ayutthaya had been the center of Siam for 417 years. The kingdom had been ruled by 33 kings from 5 dynasties, that is, Uthong Dynasty, Suphannabhumi Dynasty, Sukhothai Dynasty, Prasatthong Dynasty and Ban Plu Laung Dynasty. The kingdom lost the independence to Burma 2 times in 1569 where King Nereesuan the Great could redeem the independence in 1584 and the second time in 1767 where King Taksin could redeem the independence at the end of the same year. In addition, King Taksin also migrated people from Ayutthay Kingdom to establish Thonburi Kingdom, the new capital of Siam. However, Ayutthya was not deserted as some people still lived there. Thus, the city was appointed as the fourth-level city called "Muang Krung Kao."
	King Bhuddhayodfah Chulalok the Great appointed Muang Krung Kao as the fourth-level city like in the reign of Thinburi dom. Later, King Rama V reformed the central and regional administration. The administration of "Theesapibarn" was established for the regional government. Namely, 304 cities in the same area were grouped as the county ruled by the commissioner. In 1895, the county of Krung Kao was established. Such county consisted of Ayutthaya, Angthong, Saraburi, Lopburi, Phromburi, Indraburi
	and Singburi. Later, Indra City and Phrom City were included in Singburi. The county office was established in Ayutthaya. Later, in 1926, the county of Krung Kao was renamed as Ayutthaya County. As a result, Ayutthaya played more significant role on the administration. The construction of infrastructure influenced the development of Ayutthaya City. After the cancellation of Theesabibarn system in 1932, Ayutthay was changed to Phranakhonsriayutthaya Province until today.
		In the period of the Prime Minister Field Marshal Por. Pibulsongkram, the policy was established to renovate the historic sites in Ayutthaya in order to celebrate the 25th anniversary of Buddhist century. In addition, in 1955, the Prime Minister of Burma visited Thailand and gave money in the sum of 200,000 Baht for the improvement of the temple and Phra Mongkholbopit. It could be mentioned that the significant renovation of ancient sites in Ayutthaya was seriously performed. Later, the Department of Fine Arts was responsible for the renovation. On 13 December 1991, the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization or UNESCO then resolved and registered the ancient city of Ayutthaya as the "World Heritage."
	Ayutthaya Kingdom had been established as the capital since 3 April 1350 and the kingdom was ended on 7 April 1767. During 417 years of the kingdom, there were a lot of stories related to the administration, independence redemption, heroic deeds, culture and tradition. Moreover, the city was abundant with plants and foods as the statement that ?There were fishes in water and rice in the fields.? In addition, Phranakhonsriayutthaya Province was full of temples, palaces and historical sites. During the reign of Ayutthaya, the kingdom was totally ruled by 33 kings from 5 dynasties as follows: 1. Uthong Dynasty, 4 kings 2. Suphannabhumi, 13 kings 3. Sukhothai Dynasty, 7 kings 4. Prasatthong Dynasty, 4 kings 5. Ban Plu Laung Dynasty, 6 kings from ayutthaya.go.th

Ayutthaya Garden River Home

Ayutthaya Garden River Home

Ayutthaya Garden River Home is like a Gateway to Ayutthaya World Heritage, the glorious historic capital city of Thailand. Here you will experience high quality healthcare services for your physical as well as mental relaxation including our weight loss programs designed to help decrease the risk of major illness. The fitness programs will allow guests to get away from day to day stresses and be recovered by complete happiness, peace of mind and relaxation. All set amidst pristine natural beauty in lush and green environment surrounded by the cool and refreshing Chao Phraya River. Amazingly, you can experience this tranquility only 45 mins north of Bangkok.



More Information Click
www.ayutthayagardenriverhome.com

Natural Wing Health Spa & Resort

Natural Wing Health Spa & Resort

Natural Wing Health Spa & Resort are located at north West end of Koh Samui, like a Natural Preserve on the incredibly beautiful Island. Detox to Cleans and Slimming your body are served for your health

We boast the title of the "Most popular Spa on Koh Samui", as recommended in CNN’s world report. We also appear in numerous international and local media for offering outstanding Spa treament services.

Our Spa’s standardization was certified by Ministry of Public Health, the goverment of Thailand

The team at Natural Wing would like to warmly welcome you to Koh Samui to enjoy our natural healing spa services for a day or longer-come and stay with us and enjoy own private Thai style villa nestled in our beatiful landscaped grounds. Experience nature at its best here with our endless gardens, waterfalls and numerous goldfish pools.

More information www.naturalwing.com

Festival & Event

International Street Show in Bangkok
Date : 19th - 21st December, 2008 at 3 p.m. - 9p.m.
Venue : Lumpini Park, Bangkok

At Lumpini Park from December 19-21, 2008, the Bangkok Metropolitan Administration and Workpoint Entertainment Public Company Limited together with Ministry of Tourism and Sports, Tourism Authority of Thailand and Beauti Drink product, our main sponsor, proudly present "Festival of Happiness" to be a ’Gift’ for Thai and also our beloved tourists for Happy New Year season. There will be 40 national and international group performers joining the session for free entrance. And this will be the first time in Southeast Asia! From this year on, the event will be annual in every 3rd week of December. We aim "International Street Show in Bangkok" for world famous festival within 3 years from 2008.

Interview on Fishing in Phuket, Thailand With Wahoo's John Pearce

Simon: What changes have you noticed since you started sport-fishing in Phuket?
John: Over the past two decades Phuket has earned the right to be classed as a true big game fishing destination, offering boats, an infrastructure and hotels of the standard well-heeled anglers expect. Over the last eighteen years that I have lived and fished the waters around Phuket as a fishing-charter captain I have seen many changes, some for the better, some for the worse - and also some things that have not changed at all.
Simon: Has the fishing got worse?
John: It hasn't got worse, it's got different as the fish have changed from always being at one island to suddenly appearing at one island or another in greater numbers. My own personal observation on what is happening is that we have seen a massive increase in the number of commercial boats chasing what I call 'baitfish', not only for human consumption, as in fish sauce, but also for making animal feeds for chickens. Fish are creatures of habit and if suddenly the food that they have been used to getting in a particular spot is not there any more they will move and find another source.
Simon: So, with all that happening, is Phuket a good fishing destination?
John: Absolutely, yes it is! Many of our anglers have had the best battles of their lives, especially with the large numbers of sailfish around the Islands of Racha Yai and Racha Noi, even in the low-tourist season of May- September. Some lucky anglers have even gone home having had the thrill of catching one of the decent-sized black marlin that appear between October and April.
Simon: Why come to Phuket?
John: I have been lucky enough to have visited some of the great fishing capitals of the world, so I am confident in giving you these main reasons why you should put Phuket on your map of destinations if you are a fishing enthusiast. Let's start with the international airport, which is very close to most of our two-star to five-star and above hotels and which is linked to most countries, either directly or through Bangkok. Thai people are the friendliest and smiliest folk on the planet. They serve superb, mouth-wateringly delicious and varied food. The island is blessed with lovely beaches and offers excellent and extremely varied alternative activities for non-angling companions. Phuket offers some of the best fishing to be found in Asia, on good boats which are reasonably priced and which have friendly crews, many of whom can speak reasonable English. So if you are on holiday and fancy a day or a week's fishing, get in touch with one of the local operators and have yourself a ball. And I almost forgot: we have award-winning cold beer as well!
Simon Ramsden is resident in Ao Nang, Thailand and runs Thailand climbing trips to Koh Lao Liang, Koh Yao Noi, Koh Phi Phi and Railay/Tonsai.
By Simon Ramsden

Laguna Phuket Triathlon 2008

Laguna Phuket Triathlon 2008

Date : Sunday, 7 December 2008
begining at 7.00 am Registration open 1 April 2008
Venue : The upscale Laguna Phuket Resort occupies 600 acres of tropical beachfront parkland on the northwest coast of Phuket island in Southern Thailand.

The competition among the "iron men" from Thailand and international countries includes swimming, cycling and marathon racing. Also, there are activities to encourage the participants to experience the adventure routes along Phuket’s tourist attractions.

		COURSES 1.8k Swim The swim course comprises two bodies of water. Starting on the beach between the Dusit Laguna Resort and Laguna Beach Resort near the LBR Marine Centre, competitors swim 1,180 metres in the sea before sprinting 100 metres across the beach to swim the last 620 metres in a lagoon finishing at the Laguna Beach Resort Y-junction. Wetsuits are not allowed.
		55k Bike The bike course takes competitors out of Laguna Phuket onto narrow, winding roads. The course will be the same as in 2007, with some steep hilly sections on the road to Naithon Beach north of Laguna Phuket. Drafting is illegal. Suggested equipment includes a minimum of two water bottle cages. Athletes should consider a 24-28 tooth rear cassettes to ease the difficulty of hill climbs. Some of the road surfaces may be rough and athletes should use durable tires. The bike course will have 2 aid stations.
		12k Run The run course will be similar to the 2007 course. It is flat and leads runners north through the Laguna Phuket resort complex and onto the award-winning Laguna Phuket Golf Course, before looping back past the Wedding Chapel through Canal Shopping Village and finishing at the Laguna Beach Resort Y-junction. The course will have three aid stations approximately 2km apart that runners pass twice.

COMPETITOR INFORMATION

PRE-RACE INFORMATION
Registration - 6 December
10:00am - 3:00pm, Saturday, 6 December (See schedule for venue details). Please bring proper identification and a 500 Thai Baht deposit for your timing chip with you to claim your race kit.
Your race kit will include:
- Race number for bike & run
- Race belt
- Swim cap
- Competitor’s T-shirt
- Numbered bag for race gear
- (1) Invitation to the Pasta Party

Race Briefing - 1 December
A mandatory course briefing in English and Thai will be held on Saturday 6 December. See Race Week Schedule for details. There will be 3 sessions conducted in English as follows:
4:00pm-5:00pm for relay teams and first time triathletes
5:00pm-6:00pm for individual triathletes
6:00pm for professional triathletes

Awards and Professional Prize Purse
Equal men’s and women’s prize money will be awarded as follows:

1st	2nd	3rd	4th	5th
US$ 3,000	US$ 2,500	US$ 2,000	US$ 1,500	US$ 1,000

All contestants wishing to race for prize money must register as "pro" at race registration. Contestants registered as "pro" are not eligible to win age group awards. Contestants registering as "pro" are advised to check with their country’s national triathlon governing body to determine the impact of racing "pro" on amateur standing.

Thai Athlete Prize Money
The first Thai male and female amateur athletes will each receive 10,000 baht in prize money. Trophies will be awarded to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place Thai male and female athletes.

Age Group Awards
First, second and third finishers in each age group category will receive a trophy at the Awards Banquet.

Label Gear
Label every piece of clothing and gear, including both shoes, before coming to Laguna Phuket.

Weather Conditions
Average air temperature for December in Phuket is 27°C/81°F with 85% humidity. Contestants MUST hydrate properly during race week, race morning and throughout the race. Bikes should be equipped with at least two water bottle cages.

Personal Safety
Always train with another person, especially in the water. While in the water, please wear a brightly coloured swim cap. When biking and running, please take precautions as Phuket drivers and motorcyclists are unpredictable. Take extreme caution when biking on ALL public roads. On Thursday and Friday of race week, organised rides on the bike course will depart from the Laguna Beach Resort Y-Junction at 8:00am, led by a police escort vehicle. It is strongly recommended that contestants train on the bike course only during one of these organised rides.

Pasta Party
Triathletes and relay teams are invited to attend the Pasta Party free of charge, upon presentation of an invitation please remember to bring your tickets to the event. Additional tickets for family and friends will be on sale during Registration on 1 December (Saturday). Ticket cost Baht 600.

Awards Banquet
An Awards Banquet will be held after the race. Tickets will be pre-sold online - please remember to bring your tickets to the event. If not sold out, additional tickets will be on sale at Registration on 1 December (Saturday). Ticket cost Baht 1,000.

Bike Storage
Bikes will be permitted to be stored in athlete’s hotel rooms. However, all maintenance must be done in hotel car parks in order to prevent damage to room furnishings.

Bike Shop / Bike Mechanic (4 December - 7 December)
It is NOT possible to rent racing or mountain bikes in Phuket. CYCLISTS MUST BRING BIKES WITH THEM. Athletes are encouraged to bring spare bike parts with them. A bike mechanic will be stationed at the Y-junction from Thursday, 4 December to Sunday, 7 December. The bike mechanic opens at 7.00am on Thursday and Friday, at 9.00 am on Saturday and 5.30 am on Sunday.

RACE DAY

Parking - 7 December
Competitors and spectators driving to Laguna Phuket on race morning should follow all signs and volunteer directions for available parking areas. Please arrive no later than 6:30am.

5:30am-6:45am - 7 December
Transition Area opens at Laguna Beach Resort Y-junction for check-in, numbering and placing equipment.

From the Transition Area at the Y-junction, athletes will be transferred to the Swim Start. Free shuttle buses will circulate every 10 minutes between the hotels. Fill bike bottles from your hotel room or home before arriving at Transition. Pre-race aid stations will be available at the Transition Area and the Swim Start. In addition, there will be 2 aid stations on the bike course, 3 aid stations on the run course and a post-race aid station and medical facilities at the finish area.

Race Start - Triathlon Wave #1 and Wave #2
7:00am and 7:10am - 7 December
Please see maps for course details.

Finisher Medals
Will be presented to every athlete who completes the race at the finish line.

Athlete Hospitality & Massage
09:30am - 1:00pm
Post race hospitality shall include a lunch box and a complimentary 15-minute massage behind the finish line. Note: Massage services are only available for triathletes.

Medical Tent
6:00am - 2:00pm
A Medical Tent will be located in the Finish Area at the Y-junction for athletes who require medical attention before and after the race. This area will be closed at 2:00pm. Any athletes in need of medical attention after 2:00pm should go to the Bangkok Hospital Phuket clinic at Canal Village shopping centre.

Post Race Equipment Pick-Up
In your registration pack, you will receive one numbered bag to be used for gear after the completion of the swim and the bike. Numbered bags will also be available at the Swim Start if you want to leave warm-up gear. This bag will be collected after the swim start and deposited at the Equipment Check-in/Information tent at the Athlete Only area at the main Transition Area.

All bags, equipment and bikes must be claimed and removed from the Transition Area by 2:00pm on race day.

To claim left items show race number which must correspond to the number on the bag(s). You will be responsible for transporting your own gear back to your hotel after the race.

Lost and Found
This will be located at the Transition Area at the Y-junction and will be open until 2:00pm on race day. After this time, any remaining lost property items will be transferred to the race office. Please remember to label all of your equipment before the race.

Finisher Certificates
A desk will be set up at the Awards Banquet for athletes to pick up their finisher certificates. Certificates will not be posted to athletes.

Pre-Awards Cocktail Party
5:00pm - 6:00pm - 7 December
Outside the marquee at the Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket beach garden.

AWARDS BANQUET
6:00pm - 11:00pm - 7 December
The Awards Banquet will be held in the marquee at the Sheraton Grande Laguna Phuket beach garden. All athletes are invited to attend by purchasing tickets in advance online. Tickets must be presented to gain entry to the Banquet. If not sold out, tickets will be sold at Registration and possibly at the door.

Privacy Contact Information
If you have any questions, concerns, or comments about our privacy policy you may contact us using the information below:
By e-mail: webmaster@lagunaphukettriathlon.com
By Phone: +66 76 362 300
Website : www.lagunaphukettriathlon.com

Thailand International Balloon Festival 2008

Thailand International Balloon Festival 2008

 Date : 3^rd – 7^th December 2008

Venue : Khao Yai (War Dog Battalion, Pak Chong), Nakhon Ratchasima

The event is expected to attract over 300,000 spectators to witness a colourful showcase of hot air balloons from all over the world, including the USA, UK, Germany, France, Italy, Japan and Malaysia.

The first Festival, held in 2007, attracted over 150,000 Thai and foreign spectators and received wide coverage in all media.

The Thailand International Balloon Festival builds international awareness of Thailand, showcasing the wonderful weather conditions for balloon flying and the country’s unique and beautiful hinterland, proving that Thailand is more than a sunny beach!

Live Concerts; Farmers Fair; Fun Games/ Races; Fireworks; Wine Tasting; Food Tasting; Horse Shows; Dog Shows; Cowboy Shows; Archery; Marching Bands; and the Musical Balloon Glow & Festival Of Light & Fire.

Contact :

Earth Wind and Fire Company Limited

158/60 Moo 6 Cheungdoi, Doi Saket Chiang Mai, Thailand 50220

Tel : +66 53 - 292 - 224

Fax : +66 53 - 292 - 226

Website : www.thailandballoonfestival.com

Email : info@wind-and-fire.com  

 

 

2008 Phuket King's Cup Regatta

2008 Phuket King's Cup Regatta

Date : 29th November - 6th December 2008

Venue : Phuket, Thailand

The Phuket King’s Cup Regatta is Asia’s biggest and most popular regatta. More than a regatta, the week long event consists of great parties, great sailing and lots of fun.

Inaugurated in 1987 to celebrate the 60th birthday of His Majesty the King of Thailand, the event has been held every year since during the first week of December. In 2006, the event was voted as Yatching Event of the Year at the Christofle Asia Boating Awards. This honour follows a record year in December 2006 with over 100 boats entering the event and with a record media turnout. It is the second consecutive year the Phuket King’s Cup Regatta won this prestigious award.

With the Royal Patronage of His Majesty the King, the Regatta is organised by the Phuket King’s Cup Regatta Organizing Committee under the auspices of the Royal Varuna Yacht Club, in conjunction with the Yacht Racing Association of Thailand, the Royal Thai Navy and the Province of Phuket.

 

 

 

For more information contact :

Regatta Office, Tel. +66 (0) 7627 3380

e-mail : info@kingscup.com

website : www.kingscup.com 

(The regatta  is  where further information and Notice of Race can be found.)

For racing inquiries, contact Simon James on racing@kingscup.com  

SKYDINE DESIGN ON 25 “A 360-Degree Experience”

Design Hotel and Spa
SKYDINE DESIGN ON 25 is Siam@Siam Design Hotel and Spa’s innovative concept of bar and restaurants on the 25th floor overlooking the center point linking the cosmopolitan business districts with skyscrapers in the east of Bangkok and the contrasting views of traditional Ratanakosin Island untainted by sky high towers. The project also provides magnificent views of several architectural landmarks, for instance, Golden Mountain at Wat Saket, Anata Samakom Throne Hall, Benchamapophit Temple (Marble Temple), Nang Leung Racecourse whilst unveiling the infinite views of the charming large green areas full of giant trees at Chitlada Palace. SKYDINE DESIGN ON 25 will dazzle all eyes with breathtaking 360-degree panoramic views of Bangkok, offering one of the most spectacular spots in Bangkok to enjoy the unusual late afternoon watching the sun gradually drop towards the horizon. Uniquely outstanding, SKYDINE DESIGN ON 25 features Industrial Hip structure and Industrial Art decorations using steel and stainless steel as the main construction materials in the columns, shoulder poles and balconies to reflect the powerful, highly stable structure. The colour schemes of brightened deep blue and bright deep red are designed to express the bright and lively emotions of a happy lady, the hidden charm of the space 915.69 square meters, covering 2 dining sections, namely La Vue and The Roof Restaurant along with The Roof Champagne and Wine Bar which open daily from 6 pm to midnight. La Vue The 50-seat upscale European restaurant offers classic French and Italian ambience through a spacious and private dining experience surrounded by panoramic mirror decoration to offer superb, uninterrupted views of Ratanakosin Island and several architectural landmarks of Bangkok by night. A myriad of Bangkok views looking out from the 25th floor were creatively used in the decoration to make a frame around the panoramic mirror imitating the world’s famous painting, La Vue, which stands for the name of the restaurant. La Vue’s menu is truly exquisite. Only the finest ingredients from around the world are used in the food preparation and cooked by renowned chefs with years of experience in Southern Mediterranean cuisine. The food is cooked at the Skydine Design Kitchen, a see-through kitchen that reveals the entire process in the making of the famous dishes. La Vue’s signature is the marriage of immaculate dishes with specific types of first-class wine for ultimate dining pleasure, for instance, pan-seared foie gras with cumquat and apple compote, served with Kabinett Halbtroken, Schloss Vollrads 2006, or a popular seafood menu like lobster bisque with XO Cognac served with Macon Villages,Chameroy,Louis Latour 2005, etc. The Roof Restaurant This multi-level design restaurant provides every seat on the roof top experience with remarkable angles of Bangkok by night. Designed to accommodate private dining and various parties or functions of up to 130 seated guests, The Roof is also Thailand’s first stone grill alfresco restaurant. Food is freshly cooked on volcanic stones which can retain the heat for a period of 20-minute cooking. With the inside temperature exceeding 400 degrees Celsius, customers will be able to cook the food by themselves and eat it right away, a chance to enjoy “Hot Stone Grill” for the first time. Apart from a variety of international dishes made from the world’s finest ingredients, the Roof’s monthly Full Moon Dining is the restaurant’s signature event. The Roof Champagne & Wine Bar This 60-seat bar will complement your pre and post-dinner drinking pleasure to perfection through top-of-the-line champagne and wine collections from around the world, and in particular, your personal Sommelier with years of expertise to cater for every drinking need. The bar is unmatched in choices of exquisite and stylish pre-dinner drinks to entertain the customers while watching the amazing sunset. § Personalised Martini: The only place to offer a unique martini made by a personal Sommelier who will provide advice and cater to every need. § A large collection of the finest red and white wine from Bordeaux in the South of France and Mediterranean countries i.e. Chateau Mouton Rothschild, Chateau Lafite Rothschild, Chateau Latour, Chateau Margaux and Chateau Haut –Brion and also first class wine from California and Australia. § The World’s Renowned Champagne such as Krung, Dom Perignon, Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin and Pommery, Cuvee Louise Millesime, etc.