Fast cars, polo and parties: Thai 'High Society' flourishes in unequal kingdomThailand reportedly boasts 50 billionaires and is one of the world's most unequal countries. Some of that cash paid for the play at a recent charity event at the Thai Polo & Equestrian Club, an unexpected oasis of immaculate lawns, wood-panelled changing rooms and stables a stone's throw from the raucous "Sin City" of Pattaya. Yes, you cannot deny it is a very elite sport," says Nunthinee Tanner, the club's convivial co-founder and doyenne of the Thai equestrian scene. "A small group play across the world because it's very expensive and takes a lot of practice." As she speaks, Thai "HiSo" (High Society) women in striking millinery and high heels pick their way over the soft turf.

Source: Standard Digital March 14, 2019 02:37 UTC