History
The RVYC was first established in 1957 as the Varuna Marine Club. HSH Prince Bhisadej was in charge of the sailing programme and Swiss resident Walter Meyer was the first Flag Commodore. The club was bestowed Royal Patronage (ในพระบรมราชูปถัมภ์) by HM the King of Thailand on April 26, 1965, becoming the Royal Varuna Yacht Club.
The Royal Varuna is a well-equipped sailing 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.
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