Nationwide

• Save 20% on Group Bookings: Marriott Hotels Thailand

Bangkok

• Achieve & Relax Package: Bangkok Marriott Resort & Spa

• Chatrium Meeting Package: Chatrium Suites Bangkok, A Dusit Thani Hotels Partner

• Live In Conference Package: Montien Riverside Hotel, Bangkok

• Meet at the Met: The Metropolitan Bangkok

• Rembrandt MICE Promotion Package: Rembrandt Hotel & Towers, Bangkok

• Resident Meeting Package: Grand Sukhumvit Hotel Bangkok Managed by ACCOR

• Sensory Meeting Package: The Westin Grande Sukhumvit, Bangkok

• SMART Meeting Plus: Holiday Inn Silom Bangkok

• The Special Group Promotion 2010: Pan Pacific Bangkok

Central

Kanchanaburi

• Meeting @ Felix: Felix River Kwai Resort Kanchanaburi

Hua Hin

• All in One Meeting Package: Hua Hin Marriott Resort & Spa

• THE BARAI Corporate Retreat Package: Hyatt Regency Hua Hin and THE BARAI

• Inspire Meeting Package: Sofitel Centara Grand Resort & Villas Hua Hin

• Sheraton Sea Breeze Meeting: Sheraton Hua Hin Resort & Spa

East

Pattaya

• Full Day Meeting Package, Half Day Meeting Package: The Zign Hotel

• Sabai Sabai & Relax Package: Montien Hotel, Pattaya

North

Chiangmai

• Business Man Meeting Package: Holiday Inn Chiangmai

Northeast

Khao Yai

• Weekday Special: Kirimaya Golf Resort Spa

South

Krabi

• Rayavadee Group Offer: Rayavadee, Krabi

Phuket

• Meeting Package: Novotel Phuket

• Summer Package: Alpina Phuket Nalina Resort & Spa

• Supalai Meeting: Supalai Resort & Spa Phuket

Message from the Executive Committee

Thank you to all members for attending the TICA Annual General Meeting (AGM) on 31 March 2010. We appreciate you giving us some of your precious time from work to attend our most important meeting of the year where we update you on the association’s activities as well as vote on membership related issues.

As reported at the AGM, TICA’s President, has been appointed as Chairman of TCEB’s Strategic and Planning Sub-committee which is in charge of putting together the Bureau’s marketing plans and strategies for Thailand. This is a good step forward for both TCEB and TICA to help formulate plans that help compliment and elevate Thailand’s MICE industry to greater heights.

As you have heard and read from TICA’s 2009 Annual Report, we have been extremely active in 2009 and with the recent placement of TICA’s President to TCEB’s Strategic and Planning Sub-committee, the industry shall be well represented in the overall planning and policy establishment, for sustainable and meaningful progress.

The Executive Committee is upbeat with the prospects of working even closer together with TCEB and we are confident that we will be able to bring Thailand back to the forefront of the MICE world, as well as helping with the recovery of the country’s image through the strong industry bond within TICA’s fellow members.

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TICA News

TICA Annual General Meeting

31 March 2010: The Imperial Queen’s Park Hotel

The TICA Annual General Meeting conducted on 31 March 2010 at the Imperial Queen’s Park Hotel was attended by a total of 104 TICA members.

TICA 2009 activities were reported at the AGM by its relevant Committee Chairpersons and members of the Executive Committee.

The full report on TICA’s various activities can be found in the 2009 TICA Annual Report circulated to registered members prior to the actual AGM in March.

If you have not received your copy of the report and would like to have one, please do feel free to write to TICA at E-mail: info@tica.or.th.

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Training Course

“Sales Techniques for the Conferences, Corporate Meetings and Incentives (CMI) Markets”

By Khun Eunice Gan

20 – 21 May 2010: Amari Orchid Pattaya

Be sure to sign up for the upcoming TICA Training Seminar by Khun Eunice Gan entitled, “Sales Techniques for the Conferences, Corporate Meetings and Incentives (CMI) Markets” at the Amari Orchid, Pattaya from 20 - 21 May 2010.

The seminar will focus on teaching best practices of sales techniques and group work assignments to sharpen their creative thinking, marketing and project management skills. The course is tailor made for teams who are new to selling their products and services to the conference, meetings and incentives markets, in both the Thai and overseas markets and is ideal for sales personnel from hotels, convention centres, destination management companies, event management companies and other major suppliers to the CMI events markets. This programme will be conducted in Thai with Power Points and handouts in English.

Participation requirement: Minimum 6 months to 1 year of experience in sales within the MICE industry

Participation is limited to 30 persons !   Registration deadline: Monday, 17 May 2010.

All applications need to be accompanied by full pre-payment. For the full programme details and registration form, contact TICA at E-mail: info@tica.or.th.

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TICA Activities Report

TCEB-TICA Domestic Corporate Familiarisation Trips

The famtrip project is a joint collaboration between TCEB and TICA, under the auspices of TICA’s Marketing Committee. These trips also receive support and co-ordination with the Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) who brief invited buyers on the various attractions and activities feasible within the area. The TAT also helps recruit local suppliers to exhibit at the Table Top Sales Exhibition.

Udon Thani – Nong Khai: 19 - 21 March 2010

TICA and TCEB took a group of 19 invited buyers, who consisted of buyers from government agencies and corporate buyers, as well as 7 publications on a 3-day trip to the Northeast of Thailand for a familiarisation of the potentials of Udon Thani and Nong Khai as a MICE destination.

No doubt, most buyers find Northeastern Thailand a mystery when it comes to organising Meetings & Incentives. The trip was a definite eye opener as to the possibilities for M&I in the Esarn region where the group of 26 guests were surprised by the range of activities that can be created in this far-off region of the Kingdom.

An Amazing Race style of team building activities gave participants the opportunity to experience culture and history of Udon Thani within half a day, which got the adrenalin pumping for all involved; participants got to go through 6 main attractions of the city within the flash of the morning. The Amazing Race of course had a little local flair, participants zipped around town on-board the Skylab; Udonthani’s version of tuk-tuk’s.

The trip also included some breathtaking breaks, case in point, the stop at Pha Sadet (ผาเสด็จ). Our guests were also charmed and overwhelmed by the Jungle Trek of the Phu Pi Pob – Phu Pak Paen Community Forest (ป่าชุมชนภูผีปอบ-ภูปักแป้น) which was led by villagers and “young local guides”; local children who have trained themselves to guide tourists and also help protect the forest within the community.

The CSR (Corporate Social Responsibility) activity for this trip was building water dykes at Moo Ban Wang Nam Mok (หมู่บ้านน้ำหมอก) followed by a charming Bai Sri ceremony and a down-to-earth dinner within the village, joined by the locals who also provided traditional folk entertainment and dances. Also at Ban Wang Nam Mok, participants were able to experience handmade fabric weaving –  Ban Wang Nam Mok is also known as the OTOP village for handmade fabrics.

The Udon Thani – Nong Khai itinerary was filled with a wonderful array of Esan tradition, culture, history and reverence to local temples within the area due to their firm respect for religion, as well as site visits to hotels within both cities. Indeed a memorable trip for all!

Also included in the trip was a Table Top Sales Exhibition where buyers met 1 TICA member within the area, as well as 16 local suppliers within the area.

Brainstorming was also conducted where invited buyers participated in a lively and highly inter-active experience sharing session. This exotic Northeastern trip was conducted by NS Travel & Tours.

Our thanks to the following TICA member and local supplier who graciously invited this group of buyers for inspections of their properties:

• Udon Thani: Centara Hotel & Convention Centre Udonthani

• Nong Khai: Budsabong Fine Resort

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Chiangmai – Chiangrai: 26 – 28 March 2010

Indeed an impactful and active month, TICA and TCEB took yet another group of invited buyers and members of the press (total of 26 invited guests) to a 3-day trip to Chiangmai – Chiangrai for a reintroduction of this MICE destination, as well as, some new “incentive” ideas for meeting and incentive groups.

The trip kicked-off at the Doi Tung Development Project in Chiangrai with visits to the Hand Woven Fabric Factory, Sa Paper (handmade paper) Factory and Ceramic Production, as well as the Doi Tung Royal Villa and a briefing on the Royal Project at the Hall of Inspiration located within the same area.

Participants were then transferred to the boat pier by tri-cycles where they boarded long tail boats on the Kok River to Chiangmai. Enroute, was a stop at the Hill Tribe Village where the group was welcomed by villagers and a troop of elephants, as well as earthy hill tribe performances.

Within the itinerary was a visit to the renowned Elephant Nature Park at Mae Taeng District which is a centre established by Khun “Lek” Sangduen Chailert, Thailand’s leading elephant rescue activist. The CSR activity for the trip was conducted here where the buyers contributed medical supplies to the park.

The main highlight for this trip was the theme dinner conducted at the romantic Royal Flora Ratchapruek where the park came alive with wonderful stalls of local cuisine and traditional dance troupes performing the graceful traditional dances Northerners are famous for. The impressive Hor Kham Luang Pavilion provided the backdrop to this magical evening which left the group with a memorable impression of the enchanting North.

Also included in the trip was a Table Top Sales Exhibition where buyers met 16 TICA members within the area, as well as 15 local suppliers.

The ever energetic Khun Prachoom Chayabonges, Chairperson – TICA Marketing Committee, also headed a short seminar for invited buyers entitled, “How to Create a Wow”.

Certainly a “Wow” 3-day itinerary, the trip was conducted by Creative Destination Management (CDM).

Our thanks to the following TICA members and local suppliers who opened their doors to this group of buyers for inspections of their properties:

Chiangrai:

• Dusit Island Resort Chiang Rai

• The Legend Resort

• Le Méridien Chiang Rai

Chiangmai:

• Alpine Golf Resort

• The Empress Hotel & Convention Centre

• Le Méridien Chiang Mai

• Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi, Chiang Mai

• Shangri-La Hotel, Chiang Mai

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Training Seminar

Conference & Exhibition Management Training Seminar

17-18 March 2010: JW Marriott Bangkok

TICA conducted a 2-day training seminar for PCOs and PEOs during 17-18 March 2010 at the JW Marriott Bangkok which was inaugurated by TICA’s President, Khun Sumate Sudasna.

The course was lead by Khun Phenthip Chomprang, Managing Director, EQ Equinoctial Co., Ltd. (a consultancy firm), who is a TICA member and a member of TICA’s Services Development Committee, as well as a team of seasoned Conventions & Exhibitions organisers namely:

• Khun Benjawan Wisootsat, Managing Director - Optimum Group Co., Ltd.

• Khun Eunice Gan, Freelance Consultant & Trainer

• Khun Patitta C. Adinolfi, Asst Director of Marketing - Montien Riverside Hotel

• Khun Perapan Angkhasuko, Senior PCO Manager - NCC Management Co., Ltd.

• Khun Sukumal Phadungsilp, Senior PCO Manager - NCC Management Co., Ltd.

The objective of the course was to provide an overall picture of all aspects of PCO and PEO work, both planning and management, as well as marketing and operating conferences and exhibitions – a course for newcomers of the C&E fields who aspire to become Managers in the future.

The seminar also covered practical operational aspects of C&E management such as reviewing supplier contracts and how to work with the various types of suppliers such as hotels, travel agents, staging, performance, etc.

The course received overwhelming interest from members; participation originally limited to 20 persons had to be expanded to fit all 42 participants from within the TICA family, as well as non-members.

The success and popularity of the course was due to the well balanced curriculum with the array of highly experienced professionals within the field.

Khun Sumate also conferred certificates to all participants upon their achievement of completing the course. TICA’s training and educational curriculum are put together by the TICA Services Development Committee.

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Members’ News

Reed Tradex to Open ASEAN’s #1 Manufacturing Expo in June

24-27June 2010: BITEC, Bangkok

The number one exposition on manufacturing and processing technologies, “Manufacturing Expo 2010” will be organised by Reed Tradex, Thailand and Vietnam’s leading exhibition and conference organiser, during 24-27 June 2010 at BITEC, Bangkok. The expo will serve the widest range of manufacturing sectors comprising of 4 international exhibitions on manufacturing machinery and technologies for 4 different sectors; namely “InterPlas Thailand” for plastics and rubber manufacturing, “InterMold Thailand” mold and die, “Automotive Manufacturing” auto parts, and “Assembly Technology” automation and processing technologies.

Over 35,000 visiting industrialists from around the world will discover new innovations from 1,300 leading brands from 25 countries as well as new experience and knowledge in the expo’s concurrent activities namely, “Automotive Summit,” “Robot Demonstration Zone,” “Composites Showcase,” etc.

Visitors will also gain maximum business and networking opportunities like no other event can offer as the expo will also be co-located with 3 other manufacturing events namely, “Industrial Components & Subcontracting 2010,” ASEAN’s most complete industrial parts and components sourcing exhibition, “Industrial Energy & Environment Asia 2010,” ASEAN’s   only   exhibition   on   renewable energy  and   

environmental management technologies for manufacturing industry, and “Furnitech Asia 2010,” Thailand’s only furniture production technology event.

From 1-4 July 2010, Reed Tradex will also be organising another international event, “GFT 2010,” Thailand’s only trade event for garment and textile manufacturing industry, at BITEC, Bangkok (www.garmenttextile.com).

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Meetings & Incentives Package

Meeting 2 / 3 Days In Paradise

NS Travel & Tours Co Ltd

Validity: 01 May – 30 Jun 2010

The ideal short and inexpensive MICE (meetings, incentives, conventions & exhibition) package for any occasion – a perfect blend of MICE activities in the ideal environment of unspoiled tropical see and green lush nature of Koh Chang.

‘Meeting 2 Days In Paradise’

‘Meeting 3 days in paradise’

• Group of 18 pax: Baht 5,650

• Group of 40 pax: Baht 4,900

• Group of 50 pax: Baht 4,750

• Group of 80 pax: Baht 5,100

• Group of 100 pax: Baht 5,050

• Group of 18 pax: Baht 6,800

• Group of 40 pax: Baht 6,300

• Group of 50 pax: Baht 6,150

• Group of 80 pax: Baht 6,650

• Group of 100 pax: Baht 6,750

Package includes:

• roundtrip transportation by air conditioned coach (including ferry)

• English speaking guides

• 1 overnight (twin sharing) in a Superior Room (Chalet Wing) at Koh Chang Tropicana, include American Breakfast

• 1 lunch (salad, soup, 5-dish menu, dessert)

• 1 dinner (salad, soup, 6-dish menu, BBQ corner,  dessert)

• half day meeting and 1 coffee break

• half day tree top canopy activity

Package includes:

• roundtrip transportation by air conditioned coach (including ferry)

• English speaking guides

• 2 overnights (twin sharing) in a Superior Room (Chalet Wing) at Koh Chang Tropicana, include American Breakfast

• 1 lunch (salad, soup, 5-dish menu, dessert)

• 1 dinner (salad, soup, 6-dish menu, BBQ corner,  dessert)

• full day meeting and 2 coffee breaks

• half day tree top canopy activity

• vehicle at disposal on the island

• half day jungle trek

• other meals optional

For more details on specific terms and conditions, contact Georges Colin at Tel: 66 (0) 2642 6627, Fax: 66 (0) 2642 6626, Mobile: 66 (0) 81 439 4013 or, E-mail: info@nstravel.com.

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Special Promotional Packages

Nationwide

Save 20% on Group Bookings

Marriott Hotels Thailand

Validity: Until 31 May 2010

Marriott Hotels Thailand is offering a Special Meeting Promotion to any booking made from today until 31 May 2010 and receive 20% discount off your master bill or, individual bill; applicable to actual stays starting today until 15 January 2011.

Participating Hotels under the Marriott brand include:

• JW Marriott Bangkok

• JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa

• JW Marriott Khao Lak Resort & Spa

• Renaissance Bangkok Ratchaprasong

• Renaissance Koh Samui Resort & Spa

• Renaissance Phuket Resort & Spa

• Courtyard by Marriott Bangkok

• Courtyard by Marriott Hua Hin at Cha-am Beach

• Courtyard by Marriott Phuket at Surin, Kamala and Patong Beach

For more information, proposals and reservations, contact the Event Booking Centre at Tel: 66 (0) 2656 7700 ext 4430, Fax: 66 (0) 2656 9831 or, E-mail: rakklaw.t@marriotthotels.com.

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Bangkok

Achieve & Relax Package

Bangkok Marriott Resort & Spa

Validity: Until 30 June 2010

Schedule your next meeting at Bangkok Marriott Resort & Spa, the city’s only paradise resort with the Achieve & Relax Package and discover the true beauty of relaxation. The package offers special accommodations price for a Deluxe room starting at Baht 3,400++ per night.

Book now until 30 June 2010 for this special privilege. Actual group stay can be made from today until 31 October 2010.

The Achieve & Relax Package provides a host of special benefits, including:

• Daily American buffet breakfast

• Free internet in guest rooms and meeting rooms

• Unlimited complimentary room upgrades for every 10 rooms reserved

• One complimentary room with daily American buffet breakfast for group meeting planner

• Enjoy a special welcome dinner price of Baht 1,250 net per person for our BBQ and international buffet, inclusive of free flow draught beer plus traditional Thai performance

• PPC Bonus of 30 points when a minimum of 50 room nights are booked for a group stay

This special rate is applicable for group bookings of minimum 10 rooms per night. When placing your booking, please refer to the Achieve & Relax Package.

For more information or reservation, call Tel: 66 (0) 2476 5005 or E-mail: marriottevents@minornet.com or, visit Marriott.com/BKKTH.

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Chatrium Meeting Package

Chatrium Suites Bangkok, A Dusit Thani Hotels Partner

Validity: Until 30 June 2010

The Chatrium Suites Bangkok is pleased to offer the Chatrium Meeting Package that offers accommodations in a Grand Room (single occupancy) at Baht 4,200++ per room night, breakfast included, and a full day meeting package from 08:80 – 17:00 on a complimentary basis.

The meeting package includes lunch (western or Thai set) and includes breakfast at the River Barge Restaurant and 2 coffee breaks per day.

Supplement charge of Baht 1,200 ++ per person per room night is chargeable for additional person in the room. Other privileges include complimentary internet usage in room. This special package is applicable to group bookings of minimum 20 rooms.

For more information on specific terms and conditions, contact Khun Wannasiri Kaewmanee, Associate Director of Sales, at Tel: 66 (0) 2307 8888, Fax: 66 (0) 2307 8899 or, E-mail: wannasiri.kae@chatrium.com.

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Live In Conference Package

Montien Riverside Hotel, Bangkok

Validity: Until 31 December 2010

The Live In Conference Package on offer at the Montien Riverside Hotel, Bangkok is offering the following accommodations rates:

• Single: Baht 4,200 net per room night (breakfast included)

• Double: Baht 6,200 net per room night (breakfast included)

The package includes:

• Daily American breakfast at the Café

• Welcome Coffee and Tea with Hot Buttered Muffins in the morning

• Morning and afternoon coffee/tea with fresh pastries and selection of finger sandwiches or hot snacks

• One International Buffet Lunch at the Café

• Complimentary usage of meeting room during 08:00 - 17:00 hrs

This rate is applicable for group bookings of minimum 15 persons. For more details on specific terms and conditions, contact Yudhapong Buranasilpin, Director of Sales, at   Tel: 66 (0) 2292 2999 or, Fax: 66 (0) 2292 2829.

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Meet at the Met

The Metropolitan Bangkok

Validity: Until 31 October 2010

The Metropolitan‘s fully inclusive meeting package, offers the best value in town and sets the scene for stress-free meetings in a stylish environment.

Now available at the Metropolitan is the Meet at the Met package at Baht 5,500++ per person per room night (single occupancy) that include:

• Welcome cocktail in the exclusive Met Bar

• Overnight accommodation in an oversized Metropolitan Room

• Complimentary Internet access in room

• Breakfast at Glow

• Full day meeting package (2 coffee breaks and lunch, herbal tea on arrival, fresh tropical fruit plate)

• Complimentary use of gym, hydro pool, steam rooms and outdoor lap pool

• Complimentary Yoga/stretch class

Late check-out until 14:00 hours is also possible, subject to availability. Groups utilising this package are also eligible to special prices for selected drinks at the Met Bar from 16:00 – 21:00 hours.

To apply for this package, a group booking of minimum 10 rooms is required. Twin occupancy rooms are available at additional charge of Baht 2,000 per person per room night and Baht 700 per person for additional breakfast.

For more details on specific terms and conditions, call Tel: 66 (0) 2625 3432, Fax: 66 (0) 2625 3400 or, E-mail: sales.bkk@metroplitan.como.bz.

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Rembrandt MICE Promotion Package

Rembrandt Hotel & Towers, Bangkok

Validity: 1 May– 30 June 2010

The Rembrandt MICE Promotion package is offering accommodation at Baht 11,500 per person for 3-night’s stay at the Rembrandt Hotel & Towers, Bangkok.

This package includes 1 full day meeting package that includes 2 coffee breaks and 1 lunch, complimentary upgrade to Deluxe Room, welcome drink and fruit plate upon arrival, as well as, complimentary internet access in guest room during the group’s stay.

To qualify for this package, a group booking of 3 consecutive nights is required.

For more details on specific terms and conditions, contact Khun Krosakorn Rorungroj, Director of Sales at E-mail: dosm@rembrandtbkk.com.

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Resident Meeting Package

Grand Sukhumvit Hotel Bangkok, Managed by ACCOR

Validity: 30 June 2010

The Resident Meeting Package at the Grand Sukhumvit Hotel Bangkok if offering privileged meeting package prices at:

• Full Day Meeting: Baht 800 net per person per day

• Half Day Meeting: Baht 600 net per person per day

The meeting package includes usage of function room, international buffet lunch at Café de Nimes, complimentary usage of 1 LCD projector with screen, flip chart, white board, stationary, bottled drinking water and mints.

Also included is coffee breaks consists of 3 kinds of snacks, chilled orange juice, coffee and tea.

Other privileges include 20% discount for dinner buffet at Café de Nimes, as well as, Spa Treatments.

This package is applicable to group bookings of minimum 20 persons. Additional internet line is available at Baht 800 net per line per day.

Incentives for Bookers are as follows:

A-Club Special Offer for Meeting Planner

• Generosity 2Euro = 1 point

• No minimum amount, maximum of 100,000 points per meeting planner over the total period of the special offer

A-Club rewards system

• No blackout dates on Hotel rewards

• Convert to Hotel vouchers or Airline Miles that can be used at client’s convenience

• Privileged communication for cardholder with Special promotion

For more information on specific terms and conditions, call Tel: 66 (0) 2207 9999, Fax: 66 (0) 2207 9432 or,

E-mail: reservation@grandsukhumvit.com.

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Sensory Meeting Package

The Westin Grande Sukhumvit, Bangkok

Validity: Until 31 May 2010

The Westin Grande Sukhumvit’s fresh thinking and attention to detail will transform your business agenda and help maximise your success with the special Sensory Meeting Package.

Designed to meet the needs of today’s business traveller, The Westin Grande Sukhumvit provides services and amenities that take productivity to new levels. The Sensory Meeting Package is priced at:

• Full Day Meeting: Baht 1,300 per person per day

• Half Day Meeting: Baht 1,100 per person per day

The Sensory Meeting Package includes:

• a refreshing welcome with cold towels and soothing music

• complimentary refreshments to recharge in the morning and afternoon

• gourmet buffet lunch at the highly regarded restaurant, Taste

• sensory meeting room rental from 08:00 – 17:00 hrs

• data projector and screen, flip chart and whiteboard

• free wireless internet access throughout the hotel

• 25% discount at the rejuvenating Vareena Spa

• 1 complimentary drink at the chic Zest Bar & Terrace

• free karaoke room at Horizons Sky Lounge & Karaoke (minimum 10 persons, except Fridays & Saturdays)

This package is applicable to new bookings that materialises by 31 May 2010. Meeting room rental is included for groups of minimum 10 persons per day.

Make your event booking today by calling Tel: 66 (0) 2207 8113-5 or E-mail: onecall.bangkok@westin.com. For more details concerning The Westin Grande Sukhumvit, Bangkok, visit http://westin.com/bangkok.

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SMART Meeting Plus

Holiday Inn Silom Bangkok

Validity:  1 May – 30 June 2010

The SMART Meeting Plus at the Holiday Inn Silom Bangkok includes accommodations in a Premier Room (single occupancy) starting at Baht 3,500 ++ per room night that includes a Full Day Meeting Package.

This special rate includes 1 full breakfast and 1 full day meeting package with 2 coffee breaks and 1 lunch.

Supplement charge of Baht 1,000++ per room night is applicable for twin occupancy rooms (includes breakfast and meeting package).

Complimentary in-room internet access is provided for every 50 paid rooms per night. This package also features 1 complimentary upgrade to Executive Club Room for every 20 paid rooms per night.

Other privileges includes 10% discount on food only at the hotel’s 3 main restaurants, Bar and Business Centre.

This rate is applicable to group bookings of minimum 10 paid rooms per night, subject to availability. The hotel reserves the right to modify or cancel this promotion any time.

For more information on specific terms and conditions, contact Khun Warinthorn Rakitsara, Senior Sales Manager, at Tel: 66 (0) 2238 4300 ext 4303, Fax: 66 (0) 2238 5289 or, E-mail: warinthorn.r@holidayinnsilom.com or sales@holidayinnsilom.com.

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The Special Group Promotion 2010

Pan Pacific Bangkok

Validity: Until 31 October 2010

Enjoy special discounts according to the number of rooms you book!

The Special Group Promotion 2010 at the Pan Pacific Bangkok is pleased to announce fantastic discounts equivalent to your room bookings as follows:

• Book 10 rooms, receive 10% discount

• Book 20 rooms, receive 20% discount

• Book 30 rooms, receive 30% discount

In order to apply for this promotion, a group booking minimum 10 rooms with 2 consecutive nights stay is required. All room rates are based on contract rates, maximum 30% discount per group arrival.

For more specific information on terms and conditions, contact the Pan Pacific Bangkok Reservations Team at Tel: 66 (0) 2632 9000.

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Central

Kanchanaburi

Meeting @ Felix

Felix River Kwai Resort Kanchanaburi

Validity: Until 30 June 2010

The Meeting @ Felix by the Felix River Kwai Resort Kanchanaburi is offering special meeting packages at:

• Single Occupancy: Baht 2,599 per person

• Twin Occupancy: Baht 1,799 per person

The package includes:

• 1-night’s accommodation in Superior room with breakfast

• Complimentary welcome drink upon arrival

• 1 full day meeting package (2 coffee breaks & 1 Lunch)

• Complimentary Dinner Cruise with Karaoke facility; minimum 30 persons

• Free usage of Internet access

• Standard equipment in meeting room

• Free use Sauna

For more information on specific terms and conditions, contact the Bangkok Sales Office at Tel: 66 (0) 2634 4111, Fax: 66 (0) 2634 4595-6 or, E-mail: sales@felixriverkwai.co.th. To learn more about the hotel, visit www.felixriverkwai.co.th.

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Hua Hin

All in One Meeting Package

Hua Hin Marriott Resort & Spa

Validity: Until 31 October 2010

The Hua Hin Marriott Resort & Spa is the perfect setting for business meetings with distinction. Starting today, a new package will be available that not only offers top facilities for busy executives but also incredible value.

The All in One Meeting at Hua Hin Marriott Resort & Spa costs Baht 5,400 net per person per night (single) and Baht 3,800 net per person per night (double) for accommodations in a Deluxe Garden View room (subject to availability).

The All in One Meeting package includes:

• 1 night accommodation in a Deluxe room with breakfast

• Choice of 1 full day meeting, 1 half day meeting or 1 time team building at the resort

• Selection of dinner or a 1-hour of shoulder massage at Mandara Spa

Other benefits include internet access (1 line per day) and 1 LCD projector per day in the meeting venue if the meeting option is selected.

Groups are eligible for 1 complimentary Deluxe Room for every 20 paid rooms per night, and 1 upgrade to higher category for every 15 paid rooms per night (maximum 2 rooms per night).

Additional nights for MICE groups are available at Baht 3,500 per room night (breakfast included). To apply for this package, a minimum of 10 paying rooms per night is required.

The Hua Hin Marriott is located on the beach with easy access to Central Hua Hin. The resort has four restaurants and two bars, a Kids Club, swimming pool, tennis courts, fitness center, and the Mandara Spa and attracts leisure travelers, especially golfers who enjoy the world-class championship golf courses around the city.

For more information or to place reservations, call Tel: 66 (0) 2476 5005 or E-mail: marriottevents@minornet.com.

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THE BARAI Corporate Retreat Package

Hyatt Regency Hua Hin and THE BARAI

Validity: Until 15 December 2010

Book THE BARAI Corporate Retreat package for Baht 140,000 net per day and enjoy all eight Barai suites and a fruitful meeting experience, as well as relaxation in resort style comfort.

THE BARAI is an award-winning resort spa featuring 8 exclusive residential spa suites: The Barai Suites, and 18 exotic treatment rooms are located on more than 4.5 acres (18,500 sq m) of serene beachfront land adjacent to Hyatt Regency Hua Hin - the ideal venue to host your next top management meeting or an event for your high net worth clients.

THE BARAI Corporate Retreat Package includes:

• Accommodation in all 8 Barai Suites, including breakfast and dinner

• Full-day Meeting Package with lunch at McFarland House or Talay Thai Restaurant

• A 60-minute daily massage (two persons per suite)

• Complimentary pre-dinner cocktails at the Tranquillity Court

• In-suite Aromatherapy Milk Bath and in-suite Aroma Steam prepared by your own Suite Butler

• Access to all other benefits and courtesies extended to guests of The Barai Suites and all-day Suite Butler services

• And much more…

This offer is valid until 15 December 2010, subject to availability of all eight Barai Suites. Special add-on prices are available to include accommodation in the 3-bedroom Presidential Villa.

For reservations and more information, contact THE BARAI at Tel: 66 (0) 32 511 234 or call your local Hyatt Hotel or Hyatt Worldwide Reservations Centre. Or, visit www.thebarai.com to view more.

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Inspire Meeting Package

Sofitel Centara Grand Resort & Villas Hua Hin

Validity: Until 30 September 2010

The Inspire Meeting Package by the Sofitel Centara Grand Resort & Villas Hua Hin offers special meeting packages for weekday use (Monday – Friday) as follows:

• Full Day Meeting: Baht 5,499 net per person per day

• Half Day Meeting: Baht 4,999 net per person per day

A surcharge of Baht 1,000 net per room night is applied for weekend usage (Saturdays & Sundays).

The Inspire Meeting Package includes 1 night accommodation with breakfast for 2 persons and the option of a full day or half day meeting.

For more details on specific terms and conditions, contact:

• Bangkok Office: Tel: 66 (0) 2769 1234, Fax: 66 (0) 2100 6228, E-mail: salesoffice@sofitel.co.th

• Hua Hin Office: Tel: 66 (0) 32 512 021 - 38, Fax: 66 (0) 32 511 014, E-mail: banquet@sofitel.co.th

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Sheraton Sea Breeze Meeting

Sheraton Hua Hin Resort & Spa

Validity:  31 November 2010

The Sheraton Sea Breeze Meeting is a Weekday Package (Sunday – Thursday) on offer at the Sheraton Hua Hin Resort & Spa that includes 50% discount off meeting packages and free internet access.

The meeting package includes complimentary use of meeting space including LCD, microphone, flip chart, back drop and standard equipment.

Other privileges include:

• 1 Complimentary Deluxe Garden View room for every 20 paying rooms

• 1 Complimentary upgrade to Deluxe Lagoon Access room for every 20 paying rooms, subject to availability

• Master bill charges are also eligible to earn Starwood Preferred Planner points

A minimum of 10 paying rooms are required in order to apply for this package; maximum group size to not exceed 120 rooms.

This promotion cannot be used in conjunction with other discount promotions for groups that have been   previously quoted, under negotiation, or confirmed and is subject to availability at time of confirmation.

For more details on specific terms and conditions, contact the Sales & Marketing Office, Bangkok at Tel: 66 (0) 2168 7800, Fax: 66 (0) 2168 7803 or, E-mail: sales.huahin@sheraton.com.

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East

Pattaya

Full Day Meeting Package, Half Day Meeting Package

The Zign Hotel

Validity: Until 30 June 2010

The Zign Hotel in Pattaya is offering privileged accommodation prices as follows:

• Superior City View: Baht 2,700 per room night

• Superior Sea View: Baht 3,200 per room night

• Flint Villa or Terra: Baht 3,800 per room night

Also on offer are meeting packages at:

• Full Day Meeting Package: Baht 1,000 net (2 coffee breaks, 1 lunch)

• Half Day Meeting Package: Baht 850 net (1 coffee break, 1 lunch)

The meeting package includes complimentary use of:

• Stage–of-the-art audio-visual equipment

• Wireless LAN

• Audio & light control along with sound-proofing

For more information on specific terms and conditions, E-mail: info@thezignhotel.com.

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** For Travel Industry Personnel Only **

Sabai Sabai & Relax Package

Montien Hotel, Pattaya

Validity: Until 31 May 2010

The Sabai Sabai & Relax Package at the Montien Hotel, Pattaya is being offered to Travel Industry Personnel only, for accommodations in a Superior room with a Beach View at Baht 2,000 net per room night (single/twin occupancy) with daily American breakfast, subject to availability.

Other privileges include free use of Tennis Court (day light), Fitness Centre (includes steam & sauna), as well as, welcome drink upon arrival and free use of coffee and tea making facilities in room.

The Sabai Sabai & Relax Package includes late check-out until 14:00 hours (subject to availability).

Hotel, Travel Agent or Airlines ID card must be presented upon check-in. Family members and accompanying guests who are travelling with travel industry personnel will receive the same room rate (up to maximum 3 rooms).

For more details on specific terms and conditions, contact the Reservations Department (Bangkok Office) at Tel: 66 (0) 2233 7060 ext 5206-8 or, E-mail: salepty@montien.com.

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North

Chiangmai

Business Man Meeting Package

Holiday Inn Chiangmai

Validity: Until 30 June 2010

The Holiday Inn Chiangmai has launched the Business Man Meeting Package that features accommodations in a Superior room at Baht 1,800 (single) and Baht 2,200 (twin); the hotel reserves the right to adjust the rates accordingly should there be any change on the government tax.

Room upgrades are available as follows:

• Superior River View Room: Baht 300 per room night

• Executive Room: Baht 800 per room night

Privileges included in the package are:

• Complimentary Daily International Buffet Breakfast at The River Terrace

• Complimentary Round Trip transfer Airport-Hotel-Airport (Joined VAN)

• Complimentary 12 hours internet access

• Complimentary Welcome tropical welcome fresh fruit

• Complimentary Welcome Drink voucher

• Free use of health club facilities and swimming pool

• Free In-room safe deposit box

• Free In-room coffee/tea making facilities

• Free English newspapers

Other privileges include 1 complimentary room for every 15 paying guest rooms and 1 complimentary room upgrade to higher room categories for VIP guest. A host of discounts are also applied, starting from 20% and up to 50% discount.

Also on offer are meeting packages at the following prices:

• Full Day Meeting: Baht 600 net per person per day (2 coffee breaks, 1 buffet lunch)

• Half Day Meeting: Baht 500 net per person per day (1 coffee break, 1 buffet lunch)

The meeting package also includes complimentary use of meeting room with standard, 1 LCD projector with screen, in-room internet usage and 1 complimentary meeting package for organiser.

The Business Man Meeting package is applicable to group bookings of minimum 30 rooms with 2 consecutive night’s stay.

To obtain more information on terms and conditions, as well as, special privileges, contact Khun Warissara Wongsanurug, Director of Sales, at Tel: 66 (0) 53 157 300, E-mail: warissara.w@hichiangmai.net or, sales@hichiangmai.net.

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Northeast

Khao Yai

Weekday Special

Kirimaya Golf Resort Spa

Validity: Until 30 June 2010

The Weekday Special at the Kirimaya Golf Resort Spa is offering accommodations starting from Baht 4,150 per person per room night (twin occupancy).

The package includes daily breakfast, full day meeting package (1 lunch, 1 dinner & 2 coffee breaks), free use of meeting room and complimentary theme dinner decoration.

Other privileges include 20% discount for usage of the spa and 50% discount off the Green fee.

For more details on specific terms and conditions, contact Khun Omapatt Nuntapanish at Tel: 66 (0) 2257 0455, Fax: 66 (0) 2257 0459 or, E-mail : omapatt@kirimaya.com.

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South

Krabi

Rayavadee Group Offer

Rayavadee, Krabi

Validity: 15 December 2010

The Rayavadee Group Offer at the Rayavadee, Krabi is offering special accommodations rates (breakfast included) in Deluxe Pavilion room for group bookings as follows:

• Group Bookings of 20 rooms or more: Baht 10,000++ per room night (single/double)

• Group Bookings of 10 – 19 rooms: Baht 12,500++ per room night (single/double)

The Meeting Package is also available at the following rates:

• Full day meeting (2 coffee breaks & one lunch): Baht 2,200++ per person per day

• Half day meeting (1 coffee break & one lunch): Baht 2,000++ per person per day

Also included in the package is roundtrip boat transfers for the group. The meeting room capacity at the Rayavadee, Krabi is 40 persons. Maximum allowed leisure group booking is 60 persons per group. Rates are non commissionable.

For more details on specific terms and conditions, contact Khun Wannapa Piriyawat, Assistant Director of Sales, at Tel: 66 (0) 2301 1850, 2301 1856 or, E-mail: ados@rayavadee.com or, sales@rayavadee.com.

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Phuket

Meeting Package

Novotel Phuket

Validity: N/A

The Meeting Package rate on offer at the Novotel Phuket offers a daily rate of 3 supreme packages as follows:

Silver Package

Gold Package

Platinum Package

Full Day Meeting:

Baht 850 / person / day

Baht 1,150 / person / day

Baht 1,350 / person / day

(2 coffee breaks & 1 lunch)

Half Day Meeting:

Baht 650 / person / day

Baht    950 / person / day

Baht 1,150 / person / day

1 coffee break & 1 lunch

The Meeting Package includes use of function room, coffee break with 2 kinds of snacks, coffee and tea.

Option of lunch to be organised at either the Coffee House (capacity 100 seats) for a buffet lunch or, a private lunch at the Ruen Thong Restaurant (capacity 70 seats); minimum 25 persons for buffet lunch.

Privileges includes standard meeting room equipment, podium with microphone, backdrop, stationary, drinking water and mints, and LCD projector.

For more details on specific terms and conditions, Khun Ratphim Onkliang (Kan), Assistant Sales Manager, at Tel:  66 (0) 76 342 777 ext 2303,  Fax:  66 (0) 76 341 110, Mobile: 66 (0) 84 691 2205 or,

E-mail:  marketing@novotelphuket.com.

To view more information on the hotel, visit www.novotelphuket.com.

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Summer Package

Alpina Phuket Nalina Resort & Spa

Validity:  Until 30 June 2010

The Summer Package on offer at the Alpina Phuket Nalina Resort & Spa includes accommodations starting from Baht 1,800 net per room night, breakfast included.

Also part of the Summer Package is a Full Day Meeting package at Baht 800 per person per day (includes 2 coffee breaks, 1 lunch or 1 dinner), for groups of minimum 40 persons.

Included in the meeting package are standard meeting equipment, backdrop, drinking water and mints.

Packages are negotiable. To discuss further details concerning this package, contact Khun Prachote Silawuttikul, Director of Sales & Marketing at Tel: 66 (0) 76 370 999, Fax: 66 (0) 76 370 915 or, E-mail: dosm@phuketnalina.com.

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Supalai Meeting

Supalai Resort & Spa Phuket

Validity: Until 31 October 2010

The Supalai Meeting at the Supalai Resort & Spa Phuket offers accommodations in a Deluxe Sea View room at Baht 1,600 net per room night (breakfast included) for minimum group booking of 10 rooms.

Groups bookings include welcome drinks and fruit basket upon arrival.

Other privileges include:

• Guaranteed Booking of 30 rooms, 2 free room upgrades to Grand Deluxe Sea View (public rate: Baht 6,000++)

• Guaranteed Booking of 60 rooms, 4 complimentary rooms, include daily breakfast

Meeting packages are also available at the following rates:

• Full Day Meeting: Baht 650 net per person per day

• Half Day Meeting: Baht 450 net per person per day

• Soft Drinks: Baht 80 net per person per day

The above meeting packages rates are applicable to group bookings of minimum 50 persons. For more details on specific terms and conditions, Khun Tassanee Punyanan at E-mail: se@supalaiphuket.com.

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