*** “We have negotiated special rates at The InterContinental Hotel and Holiday Inn Bangkok. We will send you instructions on how to book your accommodation upon registration.”
InterContinental Hotel Bangkok, Thailand
“COSMOPOLITAN CLASS IN THE CENTRE OF IT ALL “
InterContinental Bangkok rises above the skyline in an arc of gleaming glass – a perfect profile for the new face of Bangkok. Ideally located in Ploenchit, the hotel is across from the Erawan Shrine, next to the prestigious Gaysorn shopping centre and a short walk from the CentralWorld shopping complex, the Jim Thompson House and the Bangkok Skytrain station.
Address: 973 Ploenchit Road, Patumwan, Bangkok 10330 THAILAND
Front Desk: +66-2-6560444
Fax: +66-2-6560555
Website: http://www.ichotelsgroup.com
Holiday Inn Bangkok (Chidlom-Pleonchit), Thailand
Located across the famous Bangkok Central World Plaza. Other nearby attractions include; Siam Paragon, Siam Square, Chidlom Skytrain Station, Panthip IT City, Gaysorn Boutique Mall and the Erawan Shrine. Holiday Inn Bangkok's interior styling evokes a sense of home and welcome.
The hotel offers modern amenities, state-of-the-art facilities and attention to detail, important to discerning travelers. Guests will find relaxation in the expansive Lobby Bar; the most suitable venue for work or conversation. Guests may also try our new inviting all day dining venue, Cafe G, or speciality Thai restaurant, Charm Thai.
Address: 971 Ploenchit Road, Pathumwan, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
Front desk: +66-2-656-1555
Fax: +66-2-656-1666
Website: http://www.ichotelsgroup.com/h/d/hi/1/en/home
Ground transfer
Delegates have an option of hiring other ground transfer service provider from Suvarnnabhumi Airport to InterContinental Hotel/ Holiday Inn Hotel (Chidlom-Pleonchit). Please directly contact the desire service provider for reservation. Below are the companies with their negotiated special rates:
Vehicle type
(Prices are net cost/car/ way) |
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MB E-Class
BMW 5 Series
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1,870 Bht. |
Japanese
Luxury Car |
1,275 Bht. |
VIP van
(5 pax) |
2,295 Bht. |
VIP van
(10 pax)
|
2,125 Bht. |
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The Kingdom of Thailand is located at the heart of the Asia-Pacific region, and its strategic location makes it as a natural gateway facilitating to the countries of the Greater Mekong Sub region, Southeast Asia, South Asia, East Asia, Australasia and the Pacific. Consisting of 76 provinces and embracing a rich diversity of cultures and traditions, The Kingdom of Thailand is a constitutional monarchy with His Majesty the King recognised as Head of State, Head of the Armed Forces, Upholder of the Buddhist religion and Upholder of all religions. |
Bangkok is the capital of Thailand, and is located in the central part of the country on a low-flat plain of the Chao Phraya River, which is the most important river that can be compared to the main artery of the nation. Additionally, Bangkok is also the centre of politics, economy, education, culture, and transportation.
For Bangkok itself, it is a rich destination in heritage and culture, and there are many unrivalled and exotic attractions, where the treasures of the nation's artistic and cultural endeavour that typify the land and the people are presented, for instances, Wat Arun, Khao San Road (a crossroads for world’s young travellers), National Gallery Museum as well as lots of memorials and temples to visit.
The most famous place that tourists always visit is the Grand Palace, located in the centre of ancient area of Bangkok. Since the founding of Bangkok as the Nations capital by King Rama I, the Grand Palace has been the major symbol of The Thai Royal Family.
For people who loves to do shopping has a variety of choices to go, for examples, Jatujak weekend market for Thai souvenirs with cheap price, or many fabulous shopping malls on the Sukhumvit area (one of Bangkok’s premier commercial and business districts). Both sites are easy to access with the BTS and the MRT which also provides convenient links to and from many major hotels around town. Not only places to visit, but there are also a range of activities to do in Bangkok. There are many golf courses, spas and herbal treatments as well as ancient Thai massage.
Not only had the tourist attractions that can bring the impression of tourists to Bangkok, a diversity of Thai food is one of the destination appeals. Thai food, such as Tom Yum Gung, Pad Thai, is well-known and delicious for international tourists, and Thai food is always required to be served in every meal.
Language
Thailand’s primary language is spoken and written Thai, although English is widely understood, with Thai-English road and street signs found nationwide.
Local time
GMT +7 hours
Climate
Thailand has a tropical climate with three seasons: summer (hot and dry) from March through May, rainy (hot and wet) from June to October, and winter (cool and dry) from November through February.
The average annual temperature is 28 degrees centigrade (83 degrees Fahrenheit), with summer highs topping 37 degrees centigrade and winter lows reaching 20 degrees centigrade.
The humidity is from 66% to 82.8%.
Currency
The Thai unit of currency is the baht with 1 USD = approx 32 THB
Major currency bills and travellers cheques (passport required) can be cashed at hotels, banks, tourist shops, shopping centres and money changers, with banks or authorized money changers usually offering the best conversion rates.
Tipping is not required, but seen as a complimentary gesture in Thailand. Some hotels and restaurants add 10% service charges to bills. The Thai baht (THB) is divided into 100 satangs.
Paper denominations consist of
1,000- (gray),
500- (purple),
100- (red),
50- (blue), and
20- (green) baht notes.
Coins consist of ten-, five-, two- and one-baht disks, as well as 50- and 25-satang brass disks.
Electricity
Electrical outlets are 220 volts, 50 cycles and accept flat-pronged plugs.
Transportation
Transportation within the Bangkok city or between cities are various since there are inter-linked of expressway, motorways and highways where tourists can be transferred by luxury coach and limousine between hotels and the destinations.
Bangkok is fully completed with local transportation system as well as a wide range of choices, thus there is no worry for tourists going anywhere in Bangkok. Wider choices of transportation including buses, taxis, Tuk-tuk or three-wheeled motorised taxis (popular vehicles especially for international tourists to try once) as well as river taxis plying the Chao Phraya River, or some are just cross river ferries are offered.
Furthermore, Bangkok is the only city in South East Asian region with both overhead and underground mass transit systems (the BTS sky train and the MRT underground. Both the BTS sky trains and the MRT underground currently are two routes covering much of the central city and its many commercial, residential, entertainment and tourist areas.
Health and Medical Facilities
Bangkok has numerous clinics and hospitals catering to a variety of needs. Major public and private hospitals are equipped with the latest medical technology and internationally qualified specialists. Almost all pharmaceuticals are widely available. Drinking of tap water should be avoided.
General Business/Trading hours
Standard commercial business hours are Monday to Friday, 8 am to 5 pm.
Banks are open Monday to Friday, 9.30am to 3.30pm (except public holidays).
General Government Departments hours are Monday to Friday, 8.30am to 4.30pm (12–1pm lunch break).
Many of Bangkok stores are 7 days a week 10am to 10pm.
Emergency Calls:
Visitors needing assistance relating to safety, unethical practices, or other matters, should contact their local embassy where appropriate or:
Mobile Police: 191
Fire Brigade: 199
Ambulance (BKK): 02-252-2171-5
Tourist Information (TAT Head Office): 02-250-5500
Tourist Police: 1155
Tourist Service Centre: 1155
Tourist Assistance Centre : 02 356 0655
Tourist Police: 02-678-6800-9 or 1699 or 1155 (English, French & German spoken)
Departing Bangkok & VAT refunds
Goods purchased in Thailand include VAT. Visitors to Thailand can receive a 7% VAT refund on certain goods purchased from those shops participating in the ‘VAT Refund For Tourists’ scheme.
References:
http://thai.tourismthailand.org/ |
