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Hua Hin Golf Courses, a golf lover’s dream

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Golf-loving visitors to the attractive town of Hua Hin in Thailand will be enthralled by the numerous fine golf courses to be found in the environs of the town. Basing yourself at a conveniently located hotel Hua Hin offers such as the Anantara Hua Hin Resort & Spa will enable you to easily access these quality golf courses. This fine resort offers attractive accommodations with a selection of attractive amenities.

With so many world class golf courses on offer in the vicinity of Hua Hin, the golf aficionado will be spoilt for choice here. The Imperial Lake View Resort & Golf Club provides a full 36 holes for golf enthusiasts. This is a much admired course that is framed by mountains and lakes, and located amongst orchards and modestly sized farms. Meanwhile the Palm Hills Golf Resort & Country Club offers a picturesque palm-lined golf arena which has the distinction of being the very first course to have been constructed in Hua Hin.

Not to be missed is the fine Springfield Golf & Country Club, an outstanding course that was conceived by the famous golfer Jack Nicklaus. This meticulously laid out course has been praised for its well-proportioned layout. On the other hand the Majestic Creek Country Club is a demanding golf course that brings out the best in talented players. Many expatriates as well as locals rate this course very highly.

Another local highlight is the Black Mountain Golf Club, a premier course that was created from an area of pineapple plantations and thick jungle. This splendid course is located in a picturesque valley, with rolling fairways, dog legs and very fast greens. The time-honoured Royal Hua Hin Golf Course is another attraction, having the distinction of being the oldest established international level golf course in the entirety of Thailand. With so many quality golf arenas to choose from, lovers of the sport will be delighted in the attractive town of Hua Hin.

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Indulge in a Golfing Holiday across Hua Hin’s Rolling Greens

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Visitors in search of a luxury hotel Hua Hin counts among its finest will find no finer alternative to the Anantara Hua Hin Resort & Spa. Offering gests a plethora of healing treatments this premier spa resort pulls out all the stops when it comes to unforgettable vacations in Hua Hin.

Revered as one of Southeast Asia’s true blue golfing heartlands Hua Hin is a one stop golf Mecca for the masses. With breathtaking courses and rolling greens scattered across mountainous and beachfront location this idyllic touristic haven is a dream come true for golf enthusiasts the world over. Littered with world class golf resorts a golfing retreat in Hua His offers the perfect beach getaway with plenty of opportunities to tee off in the city’s championship courses and greens.

Known as one of the few locales in Asia where one can tee-off on a budget Hua Hin houses more than 22 golf clubs to suit every budget. Whether one’s a seasoned pro on a novice looking to make the most of a beach holiday Hua Hin’s eclectic collection of clubs offers something for everyone. Some of the must-experience highlights include the Black Mountain Golf Club and the Banyan Estate and Golf Club where ocean vistas and mountain views are on offer in addition to exquisite courses. The Hua Hin Milford Golf Club and Resort in contrast is popular for its charming fairways and affordable golf packages while the Royal Hua Hin Golf Course is an iconic establishment that is home to a 240 acre course that is regarded as one of the finest 72-par courses in Thailand. Opened to the public in 1924 this reputed establishment has hosted evens the likes of the King’s Cup as well. The Majestic Creek Country Club on the other hand is perfect for those who love a challenging course with natural obstacles such as brooks and streams while the Jack Nicklaus designed Springfield Royal Country Club is a treat for serious golfers as the venue hosts coveted events such as the Thai Open and countless other in its breathtaking greens.

Thanuja Silva is a travel writer who writes under the pen name Auburn Silver. She has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world.
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Water Sports in Hua Hin – fun all the way!

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The wild roaring beaches, the surrounding party ambience and the superb resorts in Hua Hin make the city a paradise for water sports. You can soar, surf and glide; Hua Hin will keep that adrenaline level of yours kicking throughout. To explore the waters of Hua Hin and choose from the many water sports offered, stay at Anantara Hua Hin Thailand Resort & Spa which provides an ideal base in this enchanting region.

Amongst the popular options that many visitors to Hua Hin opt for is jet skiing and parasailing. There is one particular water sports centre in Khao Takiab where you can rent out the best jetski and parasailing equipment. Other interesting activities you can try out from this sports centre is doughnut and water skiing; both high on the thrill scale. Here one can also find the famous banana boat ride which can be enjoyed by the whole family.

The waves are not that wild, so surfing really is not the best option. However, certain periods of the year do boast excellent wind speeds; especially further into the ocean where wind surfing is quite popular. You can however body board when a couple of good swells are noticed. Perhaps the most popular water sport is kite surfing. Both kite surfing and kiteboarding have attracted a plethora of visitors year after year so much so that now even several schools have been set up along the coastline for those who aspire to try the sport especially from December to April. Kayaking, canoeing and fishing are also other sports you can try out while holidaying here.

 

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Mountain Biking Hua Hin – An Adventure like No Other!

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The city of Hua Hin with all its exquisite sceneries never fails to mesmerize its many visitors. There are so many interesting ways you can explore the city, but nothing really quite tops the experience of a fun and intense bike ride. Through biking across Hua Hin’s many paddy fields, winding mountains and grassy landscapes you can smell and feel the magic of the city and the best part about this activity is that it gives quite a satisfactory workout; the perfect compensation after devouring Hua Hin’s delicious cuisine!

Hua Hin is adorned with plenty of fantastic scenic spots perfect for downhill mountain biking. Several hotels and resorts and even biking rental companies promote biking and the best spots for the sport such as the quaint little seaside resort called Prachuap Khiri Khan. Another spot worth heading to is Khao Hin Lek Fai. From up above it looks like a tiny terrain painted in green but explore atop a mountain bike and you will see all that Khao Hin Lek Fai has to offer. It is a mosaic of twists and turns and steeply slopes; quite the paradise for those who enjoy downhill biking. Amidst all this adventure there is unmatched scenery giving your soul just as much relaxation as adventure. Cycle up the narrow trail that leads right to the top of the mountain and enjoy unparalleled views of the Northern part of the town and the magnificent sea beyond.

While basking in the relaxing ambience of the region, stay at one of the most popular Hua Hin hotels; Anantara Hua Hin Thailand Resort & Spa offers an idyllic getaway from which to set off on your adventures.

Thanuja Silva is a travel writer who writes under the pen name Auburn Silver. She has a passion for fashion and a deep interest in admiring new and exotic attractions around the world. Google+

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