
Suwanthep Malhotra
An exclusive launch party of the newest five star
beachfront condominium was held on February 4 at the project site in Na
Jomtien. In attendance were more than 1,800 invited guests who came to
celebrate the launch of Centara Grand Residence Pattaya, the latest
world-class development in Pattaya by the renowned developer, the Tulip
Group.
CEO Kobi Elbaz and VP Jason Payne, along with their team
from Tulip Group were readily available to welcome everyone to their
beautiful show suites.
Dignitaries and celebrities who graced the party included
Israeli Ambassador to Thailand HE Itzhak Shoham, Khunying Rose
Boribalburibhand, Mayor Itthiphol Kunplome, Bundit Sirithunyhong, Charoonsri
Sukhanil, Yachitr Yuvaboon, Runcha Boribalburibhand, Romanee Thienprasiddhi,
Pornpan Jiranansuroj, Iadsiri Ritthepamorn, Songsak Visudharomn, Napatsawan
Chillanond, Nuchanaat Raveesangsoon, Thanong Purananda, Byron and Cindy
Bishop, Emi and Jimmy Apichairuk, Kamala Kamphu Na Ayudhaya and many more.

Upon arrival guests were greeted by beautiful hostesses,
followed by photo sessions by the paparazzi. Fresh Signature CGR vodka
cocktails were served while each guest toured the luxurious show suites.
Three dazzling mermaids, with tails and flowing hair at
the show suites pool caused everyone to pause and admire them on their way
into the party. A large video screen projected presentations of the stunning
Centara Grand Residence features, alternating with the live feed from the
main stage.
The non-stop flow of fine wine, great cuisine and
delicacies, catered by Centara Grand Mirage Beach Resort Pattaya contributed
to the excellence of the night. Combined with great entertainment from the
finest professional dance and performance art group, Bangkok Dance Legends,
it was a night to remember for all. Bangkok Dance Legends cover every style
of dance and theme including hip hop, jazz, funky, Broadway, belly dance,
contemporary, tap, ballet, salsa, tango, acrobatics mime and street theatre.

On the main stage, which was set up on the beach in front
of the show suites, jazz tunes played while the guests, dressed up in their
stylish outfits, continued to enjoy their cocktails in good company. Then
began the important part of the evening when HE Itzhak Shoham, Kobi Elbaz,
Mayor Itthiphol Kunplome, Khunying Rose Boribalburibhand, Jason Payne and
Bundit Sirithunyhong presided over the ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially
launch the Centara Grand Residence Pattaya.
The exciting night continued with an extravaganza
Regardez-Moi bikini and beach wear fashion show by Pattaya based designer
Louisa Cunningham Girod. Founder of Regardez-Moi Fashion Brand, Louisa
brought with her the complete beach ensemble starting with bikinis, wraps
and beach bags and carrying through to women’s business accessories,
including purses, planners and laptop accessories.
Spectacular fireworks lit up the sky while
internationally-renowned DJ Nakadia with her great talents kicks the party
up a notch until after midnight.

