- Royal Varuna Yacht Club
The Royal Varuna Yacht Club (RVYC) is a
yacht club inPattaya , a popular tourist destination inThailand . This club is named afterVaruna (IAST : IAST|varuṇa), the Vedic divinity that rules the oceans.The RVYC was first established in 1957 as the Varuna Marine Club. Walter Meyer was the first Flag Commodore and Prince Bhisadej was in charge of the sailing programme. It was bestowed Royal Patronage by HRH the
King of Thailand in April 26, 1965, becoming the Royal Varuna Yacht Club.The Royal Varuna is a well-equipped yacht club, with its own delimited area located outside Pattaya town in a secluded beach limited by rocky cliffs on one side. The club's facilities include boat storage, boat repair, parking, a beach bar and a swimming pool. It also includes accommodation with rooms of different standards.
The new club's premises formally opened in 2003. Their main feature is a wide reception area (known as the 'Club House') where most socializing and official business takes place. There is also a restaurant, cafeteria and bar in the facility. Next to the Club House is a "Kid's Club" for the children. The second floor of the Club House has offices and a television room.
The RVYC is located near other tourist facilities, such as a
kart racing zone and the Pattaya Water Park. [ [http://www.pattayapark.com Pattaya Water Park] ]Activities
The Royal Varuna Yacht Club is an internationally recognized yacht club that regularly organizes sailing events.
Regatta s occur most weekends and there are annual competitions that include competitors from other parts ofAsia .It is possible to rent boats at the RVYC, and instructional courses are provided by the club.
References
* [http://www.royal-varuna-yacht-club.com Official website: Royal Varuna Yacht Club]
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