Funway Thailand 2008

Just two hours drive from Bangkok the resort city of Pattaya on the Gulf of Siam has long been famed for its eclectic and electric mix of nightlife. There are great resort hotels that offer an oasis of calm, bargain shopping of every kind, superb restaurants and astounding dining, championship golf courses, elephant trekking and even idyllic islands just offshore to explore. Pattaya truly has activities and options to suit every taste and budget. The gentle pace and somewhat refined atmospheres of the old fishing village of Hua Hin, and nearby Cha Am, are in true contrast to Pattaya. What you lose in endless activity you gain in perfect peace. Situated on the less developed western sweep of the Gulf of Siam, less than three hours drive from Bangkok, these resorts offer a sleepy ambience and seeming perfection for complete rest and relaxation. Whether your idea of heaven is sipping a cocktail, pool or beachside, a gentle swim, golf at a championship course, a visit to the spa or just chilling out, there is a choice of beach resorts to match your needs. pattaya hua hin& cha am holidays from £679 including non-stop flights, 8 nights pattaya hotel, transfers all airport taxes & fuel surcharges per night £27 from Aisawan Resort & Spa Pattaya ★★★★ Perfectly positioned on the golden sands of Wongamat Beach, just to the north of Pattaya. Close enough for the short taxi trip to the hubbub of vibrant downtown and the south beachfront, yet far enough away to maintain the peaceful tranquillity of the hotels’ delightful pool deck and gardens. Thai hospitality and a genuine smile combine with comfortable rooms and an amazing spa. Lanai rooms are highly recommended. Accommodation Superior rooms (sleep 3) with balcony, television, mini bar refrigerator, safe, hairdryer and tea & coffee making facilities. The more spacious Villa Lanai Rooms have ornate décor, afford views of the gardens and pool and include privilages such as free breakfast, cocktail hour and 1 hours daily internet use. Facilities 374 rooms • 3 restaurants • 2 bars • 2 swimming pools • Spa • Kids Club • Fitness Centre • Watersports • Gift Shop Monthly Averages Maximum Temperature (ºc) Sunshine Hours/Day Days with Rainfall Average Rainfall (mm) Average Humidity J 31 8 2 17 FMAMJ 31 8 2 41 32 8 3 46 33 8 8 66 32 6 17 186 32 5 19 9 102 JASOND 31 5 20 100 31 5 22 9 122 31 5 21 259 31 6 16 9 247 9 31 7 9 95 30 8 9 4 13 9 Aisawan Resort & Spa Pattaya/Cha Am/Hua Hin daily excursions Petchburi, Palace & Giving Merit The golden era of Ayuthaya ancient Siam seemingly lives on through the regions’ palaces and ancient temples. Visit the one thousand year old Khmer temple of Wat Mahatat Worahihan. We include a donation or ‘merit’ to give the monks to receive their blessing. Visits are also included to Phra Nakorn Kiri, or Palace Mountain by cable car. The summer palace of King Rama IV is at the summit. At Khao Luang there is a cave of 170 ancient Buddha images. Approx. duration 8hrs hotel to hotel, ex. Hua Hin or Cha Am, including lunch. £45 per person. pattaya/hua hin/cha am Coral Island Escape the excitement and bustle of Pattaya and cruise into the Gulf of Siam to Koh Larn Coral Island. The island is blessed with a coral reef and myriad marine life visible by glass bottom boat. After a sumptuous seafood lunch, the rest of the day is free for guests to relax on the island’s sandy beaches or take a dip in the turquoise blue waters. Approx. duration 7.5hrs hotel to hotel, ex. Pattaya, including lunch. £10 per person. Pa-La-U Waterfall Journey through rural scenery, villages, plantations and forests to the Pa-La-U Waterfalls. Eleven cascades are dotted with pools very suitable for a refreshing bathe, or simply relax feeding the fish. The verdant forest of the area is also home to a group of Karen Hill tribe people and a variety of wildlife. During the tour a stop at a plantation to learn about pineapple growing is also included. Approx. duration 8.5hrs hotel to hotel, ex. Hua Hin or Cha Am, including lunch. £42 per person. Nong Nooch Village Located just 20 minutes away from Pattaya in 600 acres of landscaped grounds there are a range of attractions and activities including orchid nurseries, an art and crafts centre, and an authentic Thai cottage. There are demonstrations of cultural dances, traditional ceremonies, martial arts, and a host of other interesting activities. Approx. duration 5hrs hotel to hotel, ex. Pattaya, morning or afternoon. £12 per person. • FREE Nights Stay 4 nights and receive up to 4 extra nights FREE room only, valid 16 Apr-31 Oct 08. For every subsequent night paid receive one additional night FREE • FREE Upgrade Receive a FREE upgrade to a larger Deluxe Room when you stay 7 nights or more, valid 01 Apr-31 May & 01 Sep-31 Oct 08 • Honeymooners Receive fruit and flowers and FREE upgrade to Junior Suite dates & prices Room only Superior Villa Lanai Elephant Trekking Thailand is famous for her elephants and they are adored by most. Spend the afternoon at an elephant village outside Pattaya. Watch elephants bathing, working with teak logs and see young elephants being trained. There is an opportunity to both ride upon and feed the elephants supervised by a mahout, the elephant rider. A truly memorable experience. Approx. duration 3hrs hotel to hotel, ex. Pattaya, afternoon. £25 per person. Prices are per adult or child. Excursions operate on a seat in minivan basis with a minimum of two guests, and depart daily from your Funway hotel. 01 Apr - 30 Jun 08 01 Jul - 31 Aug 08 01 Sep - 31 Oct 08 01 Nov - 25 Dec 08 26 27 26 28 44 46 45 47 thailand Prices are in £'s per person sharing a twin/double room. Single rooms are double the twin price. Third adult and child prices, if applicable, available on request. 12 travel agents - book online www.funway.co.uk http://www.funway.co.uk

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Funway Thailand 2008 Contents Getting to Thailand - EVA Airways & Etihad Airways Thailand Twin and Multi-Centre Tours by Air Bangkok Phuket Koh Samui Pattaya Hua Hin & Cha Am Chiang Mai, Northern Thailand Locally Escorted Tours How to Contact Funway

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