TICA E-News

Vol 6, February 2009

Thailand Incentive & Convention Association (TICA)

99/7 The Legacy Vipawadee, Ladprao Soi 8, Ladyao, Chatuchak, Bangkok 10900 , Thailand

Tel: 66 (0) 2 938 6590 -5, Fax: 66 (0) 2 938 6594-5, E-mail: info@tica.o.r.th, Website: http://www.tica.or.th

 

Dear Corporate Executive,

 

TICA would like to thank you for having participated in our activities. TICA E-news is designed as a communications tool for the association to keep in touch with you on a regular basis and we hope you will find the various special packages and promotions useful.

 

Please do feel free to contact us directly at info@tica.or.th should you require any assistance in putting together your next Meeting or Incentive Group. We will be more than happy to assist you where possible.

Enjoy reading !

 

Yours sincerely,

TICA

 

In this issue of TICA Update

Message from the Executive Committee

 

TICA Activities

· 2009 TICA Annual General Meeting & BOD Elections

· 2009 Domestic Corporate Familiarisation Trips Schedule

 

 

TICA News

· Star Choice 2008: Domestic Corporate Familiarisation Trip

 

New Product

· Prince of Songkla University International Convention Center

 

Press Releases

· Gift for Children: Queen Sirikit National Convention Center

· Baht 1 million Donation to the Thai Red Cross Society’s Chulalongkorn Craniofacial Center Project: Siam City Hotels & Resorts

 

Recent Appointments

· Senior Training and HR Appointment: Rembrandt Hotel & Towers

 

Special Promotional Packages

 

Bangkok

· Bangkok is Value Than Ever Meeting & Events in 2009: Plaza Athenee Bangkok A Royal Meridien

· Beneficial Banyan: Banyan Tree Bangkok

· Business Meeting Package: Rembrandt Hotel, Bangkok

· Greet & Meet @ AM: The Ambassador Hotel, Bangkok

· Made for Business Package: JW Marriott Bangkok

· Meeting and Conference Special: Grand Sukhumvit Hotel Bangkok Managed by Accor

·  Pullman Class: Pullman Bangkok King Power Hotel & Resort

· Premier Suites Package 2009: Hotel Windsor Suites Bangkok

· Premium Value Meeting Packages: Eastin Hotel Makkasan Bangkok

· SMART Package: Holiday Inn Silom Bangkok

· The Sukhothai Residential Meeting Package: The Sukhothai Bangkok

· Value Packages For All Kinds Of Events: Novotel Bangkok on Siam Square

· Visit Bangkok: Dream Hotel Bangkok

 

 

Central

Hua Hin

· Thailand, Where the World Wants to Meet… It’s Business As Usual: Sheraton Hua Hin Resort & Spa

 

East

Pattaya

·  Radiance Package: Hard Rock Hotel Pattaya

 

Rayong

· MICE Package “Thailand, Where the World Wants to Meet”: Novotel Rim Pae Rayong

 

North

Chiangmai

· Meetings On Mountain: Suanbua Resort & Spa Chiangmai, Thailand

 

South

Khao Lak

· Stimulating Offer, Inspiring Destination: Le Meridien Khao Lak Beach & Spa Resort

 

Phuket

· Meeting Package: Novotel Phuket Resort

 

Trang

· Smart Seminar in Trang: Thumrin Thana Hotel

 

 

Message from the Executive Committee

 

Being the first e-newsletter from TICA for 2009, the Executive Committee would like to say, “Welcome to 2009” !

 

2009 is an important year for us as it marks TICA’s Silver Jubilee. On 9 September 2009, TICA will turn 25 years – an impressive legacy of industry solidarity. If you have any old photographs of TICA’s activities, please do e-mail them over to TICA so we may compile them for our historical records and in order to launch our commemorate newsletter in September.

 

Also up this year is the TICA Annual General Meeting which has been scheduled for 20 March 2009 at The Landmark Hotel. 2009 is also a voting year so be sure to start thinking of who you would like to nominate for the upcoming TICA elections. As we are all aware, 2009 and the foreseeable future will be a very trying and challenging year and TICA will be launching a series of campaigns which will hopefully help Thailand ’s MICE industry maintain its foothold in the world market, the first of which was launched in late January 2009 tagged…..

 

“ Thailand , Where the World Wants to Meet

…. Its Business as Usual”

 

We hope to launch other similar campaigns to induce MICE groups to keep Thailand on their itineraries; both locally and internationally. These projects will be launched in close co-operation with TCEB as well as the TAT, where relevant and applicable.

 

One of our efforts to aid the industry was the decision to put on indefinite hold, the approved TICA membership fee increase for certain membership categories, subject to review when the world economy show signs of recovery.

 

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TICA Activities

 

 

 

2009 TICA Annual General Meeting & BOD Elections

20 March 2009: The Landmark Hotel

 

TICA is pleased to announce that the 2009 TICA Annual General Meeting (AGM) has been scheduled for 20 March 2009 at The Landmark Bangkok Hotel.

 

This year’s AGM will include the election for New Board of Directors members. Nominated BOD members shall serve a 2-year term, starting from April 2009 – April 2011.

 

Also included in the AGM’s itinerary is the formation of new committee members for the 3 committees namely, the Marketing Committee, Membership & PR Committee and the Services Development Committee.

 

More information concerning the AGM shall follow soon. If you have any questions concerning the upcoming elections, please do feel free to contact TICA directly.

 

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2009 Domestic Corporate Familiarisation Trip Schedule

The Services Development Committee who is in charge of TICA’s various Domestic Familiarisation Trips has set-up a Famtrip schedule for 2009 which will be organized in close co-operation with TCEB as follows:

 

  • Ang-khang, Chiang Mai, 20-22 March 2009 (30 persons)
  • Nakhon Ratchasima, April 2009 (30 persons)
  • Had-Yai, May 2009 (20-30 persons)                      
  • Pattaya, June 2009 (50-60 persons)
  • Phuket-Krabi-Pang-nga, July2009 (20 persons)
  • Khon Kaen, August 2009 (30 persons)
  • Kanchanaburi, September 2009 (50-60 persons)
  • Sukhothai-Pitsanulok, November 2009 (30 persons)

 

TICA members who are interested to be part of the above famtrips when the invited corporate buyers are in your area/region, please do feel free to contact TICA at info@tica.or.th.

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TICA News

 

Star Choice: Domestic Familiarisation Trip

Chiangmai: 19 - 21 December 2009

By invitation of the Thai Hotels Association - Northern Chapter, TICA in co-operation with TCEB and Thai Airways International organized a famtrip inviting a total of 36 invited buyers who are domestic corporate executives to the Rose of the North - Chiangmai. This trip was dubbed “Star Choice” as it focused on inviting only the top Buyers who organize a high number meetings and incentives annually.

 

Among the invited buyers were:

1.       AB Food & Beverages ( Thailand ) Ltd.

2.       Accenture Solutions Co.,Ltd.

3.       Aeronautical Radio of Thailand

4.       Amata Power Limited

5.       American Standard B&K ( Thailand ) Plc.

6.       Amway ( Thailand ) Ltd.

7.       Bangkok Area Revenue Office 7

8.       Bangkok Insurance Plc.

9.       Bridgestone Sales ( Thailand ) Co.,Ltd.

10.    Bristol-Myers Squibb thai Ltd.

11.    Caterpillar ( Thailand ) Ltd.

12.    Colgate-Palmolive ( Thailand ) Limited

13.    Deloitte Touche Tohmatsu Jaiyos Co.,Ltd.

14.    Ford Leasing, a division of Primus Leasing Co.,Ltd.

15.    Ford Motor Company

16.    IBM Thailand Co.,Ltd.

17.    Interlink Communication Public Ltd.

18.    Kanoksin Export Import Co.,Ltd.

19.    Kasikorn Plc.

20.    KGI Securities ( Thailand ) Plc.

21.    Kiatnakin Bank Plc.

22.    Mitsubishi Electric Kang Yong Watana Co.,Ltd

23.    MKV-Boeki Co.,Ltd.

24.    Office of the National Culture Commission Minsitry of Culture

25.    Siam Commercial New York Insurance Pcl.

26.    Siam Kraft Industry Co.,Ltd.

27.    SONY Manufacturing Systems Corporation

28.    Sony Thai company Limited

29.    Southeast Insurance Co.,Ltd.

30.    Srisiam Mongkol Co.,Ltd.

31.    Summit Auto Body Skill Development Center Co.,Ltd.

32.    Summit Laemchabang Auto Bodywork Co.,Ltd.

33.    TBIC Co.,Ltd.

34.    Thai Asia Pacific Brewery Co.,Ltd.

35.    Thanachart Fund Co.,Ltd.

36.    Wunderman

 

 

The 3-day famtrip took participants to a number of “unseen” Chiangmai products which both amazed and exhilarated all attendees. Among the key highlights were the Horizon Village & Resort – a resort which manages and operates a privately owned botanical garden with over a thousand types of trees and plants, and the Royal Flora Ratchapruek Exhibition – now open for public viewing on a permanent basis. Only included in the itinerary was a 60-minute traditional Thai “Spa” treatment for all delegates.

 

Among the programme was also a table top exhibition session where invited buyers were given the opportunity to meet and discuss possible business with TICA and THA North Chapter members; total 26 exhibiting organisations.

 

A short workshop on “Available Market Segments & How to Capture Them” was organized for suppliers participating at the exhibition as well as an inter-active workshop for Buyers to evaluate Chiangmai as a MICE destination as well as a discussion session on some of the “best” and “worst” experiences for these premier MICE planners.

 

A Lanna Theme Welcome Dinner & Reception on Friday, 19 December was hosted by Imperial Chiangmai Resort in a garden setting where participants were able to experience the cool winter climate of the North.

 

Hosted accommodations were provided by 4 TICA member hotels namely Shangri-La Chiangmai, The Empress Chiangmai, Imperial Mae Ping and Le Meridien Chiangmai. As well as breakfasts on Saturday, 20 December 2009 hosted by the Empress Chiangmai Convention Centre and Sunday, 21 December 2009 hosted by the Imperial Mae Ping.

 

Lunch as well as Team Building Activities on Saturday, 20 December 2009 was hosted by the Horizon Village & Resort.

 

TICA would like to take this opportunity to thank all members for their support to the famtrip, as well as our sincere appreciation to the THA North Chapter for their hospitality and kind invitation to the Star Choice group of buyers.

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New Product

 

Prince of Songkla University International Convention Center

Established in commemoration of the 60th Anniversary of H.M. the King’s Accession to the Throne, the Prince of Songkla University International Convention Center is Thailand ’s newest international convention center and the largest in the country’s southern region. This new convention center is situated within the Hatyai campus of Prince of Songkla University on Punnagun Road in Southern Thailand .

 

Located just nine kilometers from Hatyai International Airport , the Center is in close proximity to the full spectrum of modern amenities and features splendid southern-style architecture.

 

Blending southern-style architecture with leading-edge construction technology, the Prince of Songkla is a distinguished example of local traditions seen through contemporary eyes. Commanding a 54-rai expanse, the totally over 15,000 sqm utilized area can accommodate up to 4,000 people and can be adapted to host everything from seminars and conferences to national and international-scale trade fairs. In all, the state-of-the art convention center is the pride of the south.

 

The Center comprises:

Zone A: 960 sqm featuring six Conference Halls

Eight Seminar Rooms covering 40 sqm and 60 sqm

Activity Zone A: 930 sqm

Zone B: 3,930 sqm Activity Zone B

Zone C: 3,300 sqm Conventiona Hall

 

NCC Management & Development Co.,Ltd. has been entrusted to manage the Prince of Songkla University International Convention Center.

 

The NCC Management & Development Co., Ltd. has had over 16 years of remarkable success in managing other conventions/exhibitions facilities such as, the prestigious Queen Sirikit National Convention Center in Bangkok, the Golden Jubilee Convention Hall, Khon Kaen University and Thailand Science Park Convention Center , Rangsit.

 

NCC’s aim for the southern star convention center is to fulfill its destiny to provide an international scale convention center capable of hosting the full rang of leading –edge local and international events.

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Press Releases

 

Gift for Children

Queen Sirikit National Convention Center

Flg. Off. Kamolnai Chaixanien, President of NCC Management & Development Co., Ltd., the manager of Queen Sirikit National Convention Center in cooperation with Matulee Enterprise Co., Ltd., recently presented gifts and learning kits to needy children of Thepprathan Community and Lumpini Police Station, on the occasion of Children’s Day 2009 at Queen Sirikit National Convention Center

 

For more information, please contact the Public Relations and Communications Department, Busakorn Keawmorakot, Warakamon Sakpaisal, Wipapat Chansuwit and Somkamon Rungruangpattana at Tel: 02-229-3043-45 or, E-mail: prc@qsncc.com. 

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Baht 1 million Donation to the Thai Red Cross Society’s Chulalongkorn Craniofacial Center Project

Siam City Hotels & Resorts

 

Mrs. Kamala Sukosol, President of Siam City Hotels & Resorts and Boon Rawd Brewery Co., Ltd. presented a cheque for 1 million baht to Dr. Charan Mahatumarat; the Director of Chulalongkorn Craniofacial Center, King Chulalongkorn Memorial Hospital for the Thai Red Cross Society’s Chulalongkorn Craniofacial Center Project at Siam City Hotel recently.

 

Pictured right are Mrs. Kamala Sukosol (left) presenting the cheque to Prof. Dr. Charan (centre) and Assoc. Dr. Nond Rojvachiranonda (right) looks on. 

  

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Recent Appointments

 

Senior Training and HR Appointment

Rembrandt Hotel & Towers

 

Bangkok , January 2009. Howard J. Openshaw has been appointed Training and Human Resource Consultant, at the award winning Rembrandt Hotel & Towers with immediate effect.

 

Howard brings to this new assignment more than 20 years of experience and broad ranging responsibilities in deluxe 5-star international hotel and resort companies.

 

Howard's most recent senior appointments included Director of Human Resources at the 5 star deluxe Hanoi Daewoo Hotel, Corporate Learning and Development Director for Six Senses Resorts & Spas based in Bangkok, and Regional Training Manager for Le Meridien Hotels & Resorts based in Singapore.

 

Howard is a British national having worked in the United Kingdom, Taiwan, Thailand, Indonesia, France, Bahrain, Egypt, Singapore, Kuwait, UAE, the Maldives and Vietnam.

 

For more information, please contact Nareerat Thongsook, Public Relations Manager, Rembrandt Hotel, Bangkok , A member of Warwick International.

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Special Promotional Packages

 

Bangkok

 

Bangkok is Value Than Ever, Meeting & Events in 2009

Plaza Athénee Bangkok A Royal Méridien

Validity: Until 31 August 2009

 

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Celebrate 2009 with unbeatable value for meetings ! Plaza Athénee Bangkok is offering a special package for 1 day meetings at Baht 4,800++ per person that include one night’s accommodation in a Deluxe room with buffet breakfast. The meeting packages on offer are:

Full Day Meeting – 1 night Package: Starting from Baht 4,800++ per person/day

Half Day Meeting – 1 night Package: Starting from Baht 4,400++ per person/day

Special Pre + Post night: Baht 4,200++ per person/day

 

The Full Day Meeting package features coffee breaks and lunch, plus a bundle of extras - complimentary use of one set of LCD projector, whiteboard, flipchart with markers, drinking water, writing pads, and pencils.

 

For more information on specific terms and conditions, call Tel: 66 (0) 2650 8800 or, E-mail: sales.bangkok@lemeridien.com.

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Beneficial Banyan

Banyan Tree Bangkok

Validity: Until 30 April 30 2009

(weekdays only: Monday – Friday)

 

The Banyan Tree Bangkok is offering a Beneficial Banyan promotion for meeting planners for weekday meetings held between Mondays to Friday at the following prices.

 

Full Day Meeting Package: Baht 1,500 net per person

Half Day Meeting Package: Baht 1,200 net per person

 

The Beneficial Banyan package is valid for meeting groups of at least 10 persons and includes free flow of soft drinks and mixers for functions of minimum 30 persons.

 

Lunch options include International Buffet Lunch at Romsai Restaurant on Lower Lobby Level, Dim Sum all you can eat or Chinese set lunch at Bai Yun Restaurant on 60th floor or, a Private lunch in function room (for mini mu m 30 persons).

 

For specific information on terms and conditions, contact the Events Office at Banyan Tree Bangkok at Tel: 66 (0) 2679 1200, Fax: 66 (0) 2679 1188 or, E-mail: events-bangkok@banyantree.com.

 

 

 

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Business Meeting Package

Rembrandt Hotel, Bangkok

Validity: Until 31 December 2009

 

The Business Meeting Package at the Rembrandt Hotel, Bangkok offers special accommodation rates in a Superior Room at Baht 3,900 net (single) and Baht 4,500 net (twin or double) for a minimum booking of 10 rooms per group with a required 2-nights consecutive stay.

 

Among its privileges are 1 full day meeting package (includes two coffee breaks and one lunch), complimentary internet access in guest room, complimentary laundry 3 pieces a day except Dry Cleaning & Press Service and Late check out until 18:00 hours (subject to availability).

 

To obtain more information on specific terms and conditions, as well as other applicable privileges, contact Ratchanikrit Khankath at Tel: 66 (0) 2261 7100, Fax: 66 (0) 2261 7042 or, E-mail:sales@rembrandtbkk.com.

 

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Greet & Meet @ AM

The Ambassador Hotel, Bangkok

Validity: Until 31 December 2009

 

Organise a meeting at The Ambassador, Bangkok and be overwhelmed with its renowned bakery and international buffet lunch.  

 

Priced at Baht 888 net per person per day, the package includes 2 wonde rf ul coffee breaks featuring Thai dessert and bakery items and herbal juice together with international buffet lunch, complimentary use of meeting room, LCD projector, group photo (A5 size photo), room set up with banner and flower, and candy.

 

Also included in the package is a 5-minute spa aroma massage for head and shoulders for participants.

 

For more information concerning specific terms and conditions, contact Wattanee Uttabolyukol, Mobile Tel: 081-441-1600, E-mail : ssm1bkk@amtel.co.th.

 

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Made for Business Package

JW Marriott Bangkok

Validity:  Until 31 May  2009

A special for business travellers, the Made for Business Package at the JW Marriott Bangkok offers guests the opportunity to a guaranteed upgrade to an oversized corner Deluxe Room by paying an additional Baht 800 per day on top of the room rate.

 

Other privileges include:

·          Guaranteed upgrade to an oversized or corner Deluxe Room

·          Free high speed Internet access in room and business center

·          Free local calls and local fax

·          Complimentary Business center services;

- 20 pages photocopying per day

- 20 pages scanning per day

- 20 pages in room printing per day

 

For more information concerning specific terms and conditions, call Tel: 66 (0) 2656 7707 or,  Fax: 66 (0) 2656 7711.

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Meeting and Conference Special

Grand Sukhumvit Hotel Bangkok Managed by Accor

Validity: Until 31 March 2009

The Grand Sukhumvit Hotel Bangkok managed by Accor is offering a Meeting and Conference Special.

 

The Meeting and Conference Special is priced at Baht 4,999 net per person per day and includes daily buffet breakfast at Café de Nimes, complimentary internet usage in all guest rooms and one full day conference (1 lunch and 2 coffee breaks) as well as 1 complimentary internet access in the meeting room and Free one time per day 15 minutes Head & Shoulder Massage during coffee break.

 

If you book accommodations for the Silver rooms, all rooms will be upgraded to the Platinum Suite; a 54 sqm suite with one bedroom and living room.

 

For groups staying a minimum of 3 consecutive nights, a 1-hour Farewell Cocktail will be provided on complimentary basis (snacks & drinks at poolside or Petrus).

 

This special promotion is valid for group bookings of minimum 10 rooms.

 

For more details concerning the Meeting and Conference Special, contact Voravit Panichakrai, Director of Sales Corporate  at Tel: 66 (0) 2207 9999 ext 5200, Fax: 66 (0) 2207 9432 or,

E-mail: dos-corporate@grandsukhumvit.com.

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Pullman Class

Pullman Bangkok King Power Hotel & Resort

Validity: Until 31 December 2009

 

Organise a Pullman Class meeting at the Pullman Bangkok King Power Hotel & Resort and receive the following special rates:

Half Day Meeting: Baht 1,550 net per person

Full Day Meeting: Baht 1,700 net per person

 

The package includes 1 buffet lunch at Cuisine Unplugged restaurant, welcome coffee or tea with pastries upon arrival, theme coffee break menu (includes fruit juice or soft drink), complimentary LCD projector and motorized screen as well as High – Speed wireless internet access.

 

For bookings of every 50 persons, receive a voucher for lunch or dinner for 2 persons. For more information concerning terms and conditions of this package, contact Thanyadar Komolsiripakdee, Senior Corporate Account Manager at Tel: 66 (0) 2680 9999, Fax: 66 (0) 2680 9998 or, E-mail: hotel@pullmanbangkokkingpower.com

 

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Premier Suites Package 2009

Hotel Windsor Suites Bangkok

 

The Hotel Windsor Suites Bangkok’s Premier Suites Package 2009 is value for money promotion for meeting planners that offer meeting packages combined with special accommodation rates. The promotion is valid for groups of minimum of 20 persons.

 

The Full Day Meeting is priced at Baht 900 net per person and include 2 coffee breaks, 1 lunch and complimentary early morning tea or coffee with lunch options at any of the following hotel outlets:

·          International buffet at Windsor Suites Cafe

·          Dim - Sum Buffet at Golden Palace Chinese Restaurant

·          Buffet Japanese food at Youzen Japanese Restaurant

 

Privileges include the opportunity to book Premier Suites (50 sqm) at Baht 4,000 net per room night for single occupancy rooms or Baht 4,300 net per room night for twin occupancy; breakfast included. Also part of the privilege are free use of in-room hi-speed internet and complimentary laundry (3 pieces per day). Benefits are inclusive, non transferable and non refundable.

 

For more information concerning terms and conditions, contact Chakkrachai Suno, Assistant Director of Sales-MICE Market, Tel: 66 (0) 2262 1234 ext 1223, Fax: 66 (0) 2258 1522, E-mail: suno@windsorsuiteshotel.com.

 

Or visit www.windsorsuiteshotel.com to view more details concerning the hotel.

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Premium Value Meeting Packages

Eastin Hotel Makkasan Bangkok

Validity: 31 October 2009

The Eastin Hotel Makkasan Bangkok is offering Premium Value Meeting Packages for meeting groups with minimum 10 room bookings at the following rates:

  • Full Day Meeting: Baht 750 net per person (2 coffee breaks and 1 Lunch)
  • Half Day Meeting: Baht 650 net per person (1 coffee break and 1 Lunch)

 

As part of the meeting package, a special accommodation rate of Baht 2,600 net per room night if offered for a Deluxe Room (single/twin) which includes daily American breakfast.

 

Special privileges include:

·       Book 20 rooms per night for 2 nights and receive 1 Executive Deluxe and 1 Suite upgrades plus welcome one hour cocktail at ATTICA Sky Lounge.

·       Book 40 rooms per night for 2 nights and receive 2 Executive Deluxe and 2 Suite upgrades plus welcome one hour cocktail at ATTICA Sky Lounge

·       Book 80 rooms per night for 2 nights and receive 3 Executive Deluxe and 3 Suite upgrades plus welcome one hour cocktail at ATTICA Sky Lounge

·       Book 100 rooms per night for 2 nights and receive a complimentary return air tickets for 2 persons to Hong Kong or Singapore   

·       Value offer of pay 9 rooms delegates rate and 10th is free an unlimited basis.

 

For more information on specific terms and conditions, contact Parcharaporn Kirdchana, VP Sales and Oratai Therakijmanuntachai, Reservation Manager at E-Mail: rsvn@eastinbangkokhotel.com.

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SMART Package

Holiday Inn Silom Bangkok

Validity: Until April 30  2009

The Holiday Inn Silom Bangkok is pleased to offer the SMART package for meeting planners. The package is inclusive of American breakfast, full day meeting, 2 coffee breaks, buffet lunch, 10% discount for usage of the restaurant & bar and the Business center.

 

The SMART package offers accommodation in single occupancy rooms in either a Superior Room at Baht 3,300 net (single occupancy) and/or a Premier Room at Baht 3,900 net.

 

For more information, contact Tel: 66 (0) 2238 4300 Ext 4505 or, E-mail: events@holidayinnsilom.com

 

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The Sukhothai Residential Meeting Package

The Sukhothai Bangkok

Validity: Until 30 September 2009

The Sukhothai Residential Meeting Package starts from Baht 6,800++ per night (single occupancy) and requires a minimum booking of 10 rooms per night to apply qualify for these special rates.

 

The package includes buffet breakfast at Colonnade, 1 full day meeting (complimentary meeting room from 08:00 – 17:00) with standard audio visual equipment, morning and afternoon tea breaks with a selection of bakery and savoury items and a choice of set lunch or international buffet (excluding Sunday Brunch).

 

Also included is complimentary internet access, welcome fresh fruit platter and chocolates as well as 20% discount on all Spa Botanica á la carte treatments.

 

For more information concerning the terms and conditions, call Tel: 66 (0) 2344 8888, Fax: 66 (0) 2344 8899, E-mail: info@sukhothai.com.

 

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Value Packages For All Kinds Of Events

Novotel Bangkok on Siam Square

For 2009, Novotel Bangkok on Siam Square is offering some great packages for all kinds of functions -- from alumni homecoming balls and retirement parties to product launches -- from only Baht 690 net per person (minimum 50 persons) -- and wedding banquets -- only Baht 800 net per person (cocktail style).

 

And if you want a meeting to impress, choices on offer are the Civil Servant Package at only Baht 950 net/person/day.

 

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Both offers include 2 coffee breaks, international buffet lunch or Chinese set lunch, standard audio visual equipment, eco-friendly backdrop lettering, 15% discount for business center services and 30% discount coupon for The Square or Lok Wah Hin.

 

For any inquiries, call Tel: 66 (0) 2209 8888 ext Banquet Sales.

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Visit Bangkok

Dream Hotel Bangkok

Validity: Until 31 March 2009

Have a Dreamy 3-day stay in Bangkok for a special Visit Bangkok package at the Dream Hotel Bangkok at special promotional prices of:

 

Classic Room: Baht 6,600 per package

Deluxe Room: Baht 7,500 per package

Junior Suite: Baht 10,800 per package

 

The package includes 3 consecutive nights stay in a single or double room inclusive of daily breakfast, complimentary welcome drink at Flava Bar, complimentary high speed internet access in room and all hotel area (WiFi and LAN) and Dream evening turn down service with snack.

 

Also included are a host of discounts on the hotel’s food and beverage and the Avatar Spa. All Dream Hotel rooms are equipped with 42”/32” plasma television as well as a host of other 5-star facilities and services.

 

For more specific details on terms and conditions, contact Tel: 66 (0) 2254 8500 and Fax: 66 (0) 2254 8534.

 

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Central

 

Hua Hin

 

 

 

Thailand , Where the World Wants to Meet… It’s Business As Usual

Sheraton Hua Hin Resort & Spa

Validity: Until 30 June 2009

 

As part of the association’s Thailand , Where the World Wants to Meet… It’s Business As Usual promotion, the Sheraton Hua Hin Resort & Spa is proud to feature special weekday stays (Sunday – Thursday nights only) at the resort at Baht 4,200 net per room night in a Garden View room (breakfast included). A minimum 2 night stay is required in order to apply for this promotion.

 

Meetings and incentives groups of minimum 30 persons will be eligible for the following services:

1.       One room upgrade to Suite for the delegates of your choice (subject to availability)

2.       One complimentary room for every 10 paying guest rooms

3.       Two complimentary rooms for 2 nights during site inspection

4.       20% discount for dinner (dine-around)

5.       Complimentary pre cocktail function for 30 minutes

6.       Complimentary standard AV equipments for meeting session (1 set of LCD with screen)

7.       Complimentary 24 hour Hi-Speed Internet for one line during group stay

8.       Souvenir or giveaway for event participants

9.       Private Area for group check- in with complimentary welcome drink

10.   A group welcome by hotel’s Executive Management

 

A supplement of Baht 1,500 net will apply for weekend stays (Friday and Saturday nights); minimum stay of 2 nights is required.

 

To qualify for this offer, the Group/Event/Meeting contract must be signed before 30 April 2009 and rooms block must be utilised by 30 June 2009.

 

Rates include breakfast for two persons, and are non-commissionable, net inclusive of service charge and VAT. Not valid with any room blocks or meetings currently booked, under negotiation or that have already occurred. Black-out dates apply to customary holidays, festive seasons, long weekends, and the peak period between 15-18 April 2009.

 

For more information on specific terms and conditions, contact Dhiti Chumsaratoon (Kevin) at Tel: +66 (0) 2168 7805, E-mail: dhiti.chumsaratoon@sheraton.com.

 

Or, contact the Sales Office at Tel: 66 (0) 2168 7800 – 2, Fax: 66 (0) 2168 7803 or, E-mail: sales.huahin@sheraton.com.

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East

 

Pattaya

 

 

 

Radiance Package

Hard Rock Hotel Pattaya
Validity: Until 31 March 2009

For a fun summer meeting, book The Hard Rock Pattaya’s Radiance Package (minimum 40 persons) at the following rates:

 

Weekend (Friday – Saturday)

Superior TWIN: Baht  7,000 net / person / 2 nights
Deluxe TWIN: Baht 7,600 net / person / 2 nights

Weekday (Sunday – Thursday)
Superior TWIN: Baht 5,800 net / person / 2 nights
Deluxe TWIN: Baht 6,600 net / person / 2 nights

 

The above rates include daily breakfast at the Star Diner as well as other benefits such as a Welcome Banner and Welcome Drinks as well as a Full Day or Half Day Meeting Packages.

 

Hard Rock Hotel Pattaya

The meeting packages include, apart from complimentary usage of a meeting room and standard equipment and stationary, a number of fun activities for the group as follows:

·          Complimentary 4 games of Team Building

·          Complimentary 2 Shows during Dinner Party by Rock Agent Team of Hard Rock Hotel

·          One time Complimentary 60 Minutes of Thai Massage or Foot Massage per person per stay

 

To apply for these special rates, full pre-payment is required as well as a minimum 14 days lead time before the group’s arrival.

 

For specific information on terms and conditions, contact Sasapinth Ningsananda (Sasha), Senior Sales Manager at E-mail: sales8.pty@hardrockhotel.net, Tel: 66 (0) 38 428 755 - 9 ext 8003 or, Fax: 66 (0) 38 426 721.

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Rayong

 

 

 

MICE Package “ Thailand , Where the World Wants to Meet”

Novotel Rim Pae Rayong

Validity:  Until 30 June 2009

 

As part of TICA’s Thailand , Where the World Wants to Meet… It’s Business As Usual promotion, the Novotel Rim Pae Rayong is offering special promotional prices for meeting packages as well as accommodations.

 

Half Day Meeting: Baht 750  (includes 1 coffee break & 1 Lunch)

Full Day Meeting: Baht 1,000 (includes 2 coffee breaks & 1 lunch)

Accommodations: Baht 2,800 (single/twin occupancy, breakfast included)

 

Privileges include:

1.       One room upgrade to Suite for the delegate of your choice (subject to availability)

2.       One complimentary room for every 10 paying guest rooms

3.       Two complimentary rooms for 2 nights during site inspection

4.       20% discount for dinner (dine-around)

5.       Complimentary pre cocktail function for 30 minutes

6.       Complimentary standard AV equipments for meeting session (1 set of LCD with screen)

7.       Complimentary 24 hour Hi-Speed Internet for one line during group stay

8.       Souvenir or giveaway for event participants

9.       Private Area for group check- in with complimentary welcome drink

10.   A group welcome by hotel’s Executive Management

 

For more information on specific terms and conditions, contact Sawalee Dapui, Senior Sales Manager at Tel: 66 (0) 38 648 008 – 12, Fax: 66 (0) 38 647 882 or, E-mail: Sales@novotelrimpaerayong.com.

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North

 

Chiangmai

 

 

 

Meetings On Mountain

Suanbua Resort & Spa Chiangmai , Thailand

Validity: 1 March – 31 October 2009

Interested to Meet on the Mountain? If you’re planning for a meeting, why not consider meeting at the Suanbua Resort & Spa Chiangmai.

 

The Meeting on Mountain offers a special promotional offer for groups of minimum 40 persons at Baht 1,400 per person (twin sharing) and Baht 2,050 per person (single occupancy).

 

The package includes 2 days/ 1 night accommodation in a Deluxe room, 1 breakfast, 1 lunch, 2 coffee breaks and 1 dinner.

 

For more information on specific terms and conditions, contact Rungtip Mahattanawat, Marketing Manager at E-mail: reservations@suanbua.com

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South

 

Khao Lak

 

 

 

Stimulating Offer, Inspiring Destination

Le Meridien Khao Lak Beach & Spa Resort

Validity: 19 April – 31 October 2009

Head for the sunny beaches ! The Le Meridien Lhao Lak Beach & Spa Resort is offering a Stimulating Offer, Inspiring Destination package for both accommodations and meeting packages.

 

Priced at Baht 2,900 net per room night (single or double), the package includes accommodation in a Deluxe Garden Viewroom inclusive of breakfast buffet, one complimentary room for every 15 paying rooms and one room upgrade to a Villa for every 20 paying rooms.

 

To apply for these rates a minimum 10 rooms booking is required. Complimentary room is limited to 3 rooms per group.

 

The Meeting Packages are priced at:

Half day: Baht 1,250 net per person (one lunch, a coffee break,  meeting room hire and standard AV system)

Full day: Baht 1,500 net per person (including one lunch, two coffee breaks, meeting room hire and standard AV system)

 

For specific details on terms and conditions, contact Usa Boonchalakulkosol (Aye) at Tel: 66 (0) 2639 5200 or, E-mail: lemeridien.khaolak@lemerdien.com.

 

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Phuket

 

 

 

Meeting Package

Novotel Phuket Resort

 

The Novotel Phuket is pleased to announce the following Meeting Packages for 2009; prices are quoted are net per person per day.

 

Silver Package

Full-day Meeting: Baht 850 net

Half-day Meeting: Baht 650 net

                                                                                 

Gold Package

Full-day Meeting: Baht 1,150 net

Half-day Meeting: Baht 950 net

 

Platinum Package

Full-day Meeting: Baht 1,350 net

Half-day Meeting: Baht 1,150 net

 

Full Day Meeting Packages includes 2 coffee breaks and 1 lunch.

Half Day Meeting Packages includes 1 coffee break and 1 lunch.

 

For lunch, meeting planners are given the option to dine at either the Coffee House (capacity 100 seats) or, Ruen Thong Restaurant (capacity 70 seats). Buffet lunches require a minimum guarantee of 25 persons.

 

Meeting packages include complimentary usage of standard audio visual equipment.

 

For more details on specific terms and conditions, contact Ratphim Onkliang, Assistant Sales Manager at Tel:  66 (0) 76 342 777 ext 2303, Fax: 66 (0) 76 341 110, E-mail: marketing@novotelphuket.com.

 

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Trang

 

 

 

Smart Seminar in Trang

Thumrin Thana Hotel

Validity: Until 31 May 2009

 

Organise a Smart Seminar at Thumrin Thana Hotel at the promotional price of Baht 1,500 per person in the southern province of Trang and receive privileges that include a meeting package (1 ABF, 1 lunch, 1 dinner, and 2 coffee breaks) with one complimentary 24-hour Hi-Speed internet line, souvenir for participants (Trang’s specialties) and complimentary welcome drink and pre-check in service.

 

The Smart Seminar is applicable for meetings or incentives groups of minimum 30 participants.

 

Other privileges include

  1. One complimentary room for every 10 paying guest rooms.
  2. Two rooms upgrade to Junior Suite for the group of 30 delegates.
  3. Two complimentary rooms for 2 nights during site inspection

 

A supplement charge of Baht 1,000 applies for 1-night in a deluxe room (applies to single stay only).

 

For more details on specific terms and conditions, contact Maywika Thuekaew, Sales Manager, Thumrin Group of Hotels at Tel: 66 (0) 2439 3195 – 6, Fax: 66 (0) 2438 0286, or E-mail: bkk@thumrin.co.th.

 

To obtain more information concerning the hotel, visit www.thumrin.com.

 

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