Jobs in Hua Hin City

Introduction

Hua Hin is a seaside resort city on the Gulf of Thailand. It is a great location for a quick beach holiday for the locals of Bangkok as well as for foreigners and is also popular as a location for holiday homes.

The local job market that foreigners usually target are

• English teaching in schools
• Work in resorts

The most popular industry in Hua Hin is the tourism industry. The influx of tourists has been on the rise in the past decade. With more tourists coming to visit Hua Hin, resorts and hotels are developing at a rapid pace and adding to the economy of the city.

Popular Areas In Hua Hin

1. Hua Hin Beach-which is the only beach in the city and it has a lively ambiance since there are many resort hotels and opportunities for water sports on the beach. It is a pristine white sand beach that is lined with sea pines. There are deck chairs that you can rent on the beach to unwind in. Foreign expats spend quality great time on this beach.
2. Khao Takiab- is a lively little village situated about 8 Kms from Hua Hin. You can avail of the bus service from the seashore of Hua Hin to reach Khao Takiab Mountain which is also the highest point in the resort city of Hua Hin. While you go uphill, you will be able to view the entire city. The food at the hilltop also deserves a special mention.
3. Klai Kangwon Palace-This palace was built in the year 1929, following the Spanish architectural style of a summer palace. It faces the sea and has a beautifully maintained garden. You can visit the palace when the Thai Royal family is not in residence.
4. Sam Roi Yot National Park- is located around 60 Km away from the city of Hua Hin. The special attractions are the mountains made of limestone, the mangrove swamps and the various migratory birds that come visiting every year.

There are many pre-paid taxis and private cars that will take you to this park from Hua Hin. You could also book a motor yacht charter or a cruise from Phuket, Pattaya or Koh Samui to reach this park from the seaside.

Weather And Climate In Hua Hin

The best time to visit Hua Hin is from December to February. The temperature is lower and consistent and there are occasional showers that clear up very quickly. The average temperature in Hua Hin is mostly consistent all through the year. There are a few variations in the months of April and May when it tends to get very hot and humid.

If extreme heat is not what you enjoy, then avoid visiting Hua Hin in the months of April and May. Hua Hin is more or less centrally located and thus enjoys three distinct seasons.

• There is a cool and dry season that lasts from November to February. There is enough sunshine and strong winds and showers are rare. Temperature is around 26 degrees.
• The hot summer season lasts from March to June. The heat and humidity are at its peak but occasional showers bring down the temperature. The temperature ranges between 29-35 degrees.
• July-October is the wet season. Showers do not last long and the average temperature hovers around 28 degrees.

Getting Around In Hua Hin

The nearest airport is the Suvarnabhumi International Airport of Bangkok. Hua Hin is around 200 Km away from Bangkok. The distance can usually be covered by a taxi, a minivan, a bus or a train. However, there are regular flights to Bangkok airport from almost all parts of the country. Hiring other vehicles to reach Hua Hin from BKK airport is not a difficult task.

The central area of Hua Hin that includes hotels, hospitals, night market, and the popular bars are not too spread out. You can cover the distance on foot. You could also take a songthaew or go on a guided tour to see the tourist spots a little further away from the city. Renting motorcycles is also an option to find your way around in Hua Hin.

Work Visas In Hua Hin

You must have a Work Permit in order to carry out any form of business or indulge in any employment in Hua Hin. Even before you apply for a work permit, having a Non-Immigrant visa is essential.

You can obtain this visa from the Royal Thai Embassy. Your employers should write a letter on your behalf, stating that they have offered you a job and are awaiting the visa. You must have this letter when you visit for the application of the visa.

When you enter Hua Hin, you will be allowed to stay for 90 days. Once you have the work permit, you can extend your stay in the city.

Your employer will have to submit the following papers for your work permit:

• A copy of your Passport.
• A copy of your Non-Immigrant Visa
• A medical certificate to prove that you are in good health
• A copy of the entry stamp
• Passport size photographs
• The fee for the permit

Additional Information

The economy of Hua Hin has shown a significant improvement in the last decade due to a significant rise in tourism revenues which has contributed to the economy in several ways. Medical tourism is on the rise due to the high standard of Hospital and the services that they offer. Most tourists that visit Bangkok are now considering Hua Hin as a better and cheaper beach option than other places like Pattaya and Koh Samui.

The local currency of Hua Hin is the Thai Baht. 1 USD equals to 31.6 Thai Baht. The Thai Baht has shown a remarkable 4% rise against the strongest currency across the globe, the US Dollar.

The people in Hua Hin speak basic English. However, the local language is Thai. Since all official communication is carried out in the English language, there are a lot of expats who do not invest any time in learning the Thai language.

There is a laidback work culture in the city of Hua Hin. Although schools and institutions follow strict teaching methods, there is an air of relaxation around most workplaces.

The important public holidays in Hua Hin are New Year’s Day on 1st of January, Chakri day on 6th of April, Songkran Festival from 13th to 15th April, Constitution Day on 10th on 10th of December and New Year’s Eve on 31st December.