TICA E-News

Vol 8, June/July 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

 

 

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In this issue of TICA Update

Message from the Executive Committee

TICA News

• New TICA Members

Domestic Corporate Famtrip: Pattaya

• Thailand Wins Bid for 2011 IFALPA Meeting

• TCEB Domestic MICE Project

TICA Activities

• TICA President & Committee Chairpersons Meet Members in Phuket: 10 July 2009

FINAL REMINDER Training Seminar: “Selling to the Corporate Meetings & Incentives Markets: Quality Sales Techniques” by Eunice Gan: 10-11 July 2009

Tour Packages

• Meeting in Paradise (2 days & 3 days options): NS Travel & Tours Co Ltd

 

Other Services

• i-Con Package: IMPACT  Exhibition and Convention Center: IMPACT  Exhibition and Convention Center

• International Relocation & Moving Services: Trans-Link Express (Bangkok) Co Ltd

 

 

Special Promotional Packages

 

Bangkok

All-in-one Conference Package: The Ambassador Hotel Bangkok

• Amazing Suite Meeting Plus & Premier Meeting Plus: The Imperial Queen’s Park Hotel

Corporate Group Promotion: Pan Pacific Bangkok

• Executive Meeting Package: The Siam City Hotel, Bangkok

• Manohra Dining Cruise - Silver Package: Bangkok Marriott Resort & Spa

• MICE Package: Sofitel Centara Grand Bangkok

• TICA E-News Package: Ramada Plaza Menam Riverside Bangkok

 

Hua Hin / Cha-Am

Amazing Hua Hin: Hua Hin Marriott Resort &Spa

 

Pattaya

• All in One Meeting Package: Pattaya Marriott Resort & Spa

• Meeting Package: Royal Cliff Beach Resort

 

Chiang Mai

• Meeting Package: dusitD2 chiang mai

• Special Meeting Package: Shangri-La Hotel, Chiang Mai

 

Phuket

• 3 Days / 2 Nights Indigo Pearl MICE Package: Indigo Pearl

• Executive Full Day Package: Mission Hills Phuket Golf Resort & Spa

Reserve Experience: Phulay Bay, A Ritz Carlton Reserve

• Stay 4 Room Nights, Pay for 3 Room Nights Only: Royal Phuket City Hotel

• Supalai Meeting Package: Best Western Premier Supalai Resort & Spa, Phuket

 

Samui

• Meeting Package: Renaissance Koh Samui Resort & Spa

Special MICE Package: Q Signature Samui

 

Trang

• Thumrin Thana Light Corporate Package: Thumrin Thana Hotel

 

 

 

Message from the Executive Committee

 

TICA’s first elected President from the private sector, Khun Sumate Sudasna and Chairpersons of TICA’s 3 Working Committees, are proud to announce that they will be travelling to Phuket to visit members in Southern Thailand on Friday, 10 July 2009 at the Metropole Hotel, Phuket.

 

During this Social Gathering, the President will present TICA’s mission for 2009-2010 and the “8 National Strategic Plans to Reinvigorate the Tourism Industry 2552 – 2555 (2009-2012)”proposed by the Ministry of Tourism & Sports.

 

The Chairpersons of the Marketing, Services Development and the Membership & PR Committees will also be at the gathering to present TICA’s activity plans for 2009-2010.

 

This social gathering may be of particular interest to Senior Level Executives to attend as an “Open Floor Forum” will be held after the presentations to discuss key MICE issues of the times and, the path and positioning members would like TICA to head towards for the coming year.

 

We encourage TICA members in Phuket and nearby to participate in the social gathering which will include dinner and will commence from 19:00 hours onwards.

 

In order to get the forum started, we would like to encourage members to send in your questions or topic you would like to discuss at the forum to TICA in advance, either through E-mail: info@tica.or.th or Fax: 02 938 6594.

 

We look forward to seeing you in Phuket !

 

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TICA News

 

 

 

 

New TICA Members

 

 

TICA is pleased to announce the inclusion of the following new members to the TICA family.

To date, TICA membership stands at 295 organisations.

 

 

Hotel in Bangkok :

Le Meridien Bangkok

Hotels in Phuket:

Absolute Chandara Resort & Spa

 

Alpina Phuket Nalina Resort & Spa

 

Patong Paragon Hotel

 

Phuket Graceland Resort & Spa

Hotel in Krabi:

Phulay Bay , A Ritz-Carlton Reserve

Hotel in Chonburi:

Ravindra Beach Resort & Spa

DMC in Bangkok :

Travel Center Asia Ltd.

DMC in Phuket:

Oriental Leisure Co.,Ltd.

PCO in Chiangmai:

Southeast Asia Marketing Co.,Ltd.

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Domestic Corporate Famtrip

Pattaya: 29-31 May 2009

 

TICA in close co-operation with TCEB recently led 40 invited buyers to Pattaya for a familiarisation trip where the group was welcomed by Pattaya Governor, Ittiphol Khunplearm.

 

The trip featured products and services available in Pattaya such as the PEACH, Royal Cliff Beach Resort, 4 Regions Market, The Zign, Dusit Resort Pattaya, Amari Orchid Resort & Tower, dusitD2 Pattaya, Rawindra Beach Resort & Spa and Sea Sand Sun Resort & Spa.

 

Enroute to Pattaya, the group also visited Khao Kiew Open Zoo and Es-ta-te Resort.

 

Also part of the itinerary was Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) activity which took this group of buyers to help cultivate coral at Samae Sarn, Sattaheep.

 

As before, the famtrip included a Table Top Sales session for TICA members to meet and negotiate possible business with the invited buyers which attracted as many as 83 organisations.

 

Also included was a free seminar for members, “Flexible Sales & Marketing During Volatile Times” prior to the table top session.

 

NS Travel & Tours was the officially appointed DMC for this trip.

 

The next famtrip will be to Hadyai from 26-27 June 2009 featuring one of Thailand ’s latest convention venues, the Prince of Songkhla University International Convention Centre (PSUICC).

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Thailand Wins Bid for 2011 IFALPA Meeting

Press Conference: 1 June 2009

Thai Airways International Head Office

 

The Thai Pilots’ Association (THAIPA) has successful bidded for the 2011 International Federation of Air Line Pilots’ Associations (IFALPA) Annual Meeting at the recent IFALPA meeting in Auckland, New Zealand this year.

 

TICA’s President, Sumate Sudasna, participated at the recent IFALPA Press Conference held at the Thai Airways International Head Office that announced Thailand as the official host. The meeting is expected to attract as many as 600 participants from 102 countries. IFALPA is the “Global Voice of Airline Pilots” and has as many as 100,000 members worldwide.

 

The Thai Pilots’ Association (THAIPA) is a 20-year organisation with more than 1,000 members in the country.

 

The 2011 IFALPA Meeting is confirmed to be held at the Shangri-La Chiangmai Hotel between 8-12 April 2011.

 

TICA is part of the IFALPA Local Organising Committee responsible for assisting with the bidding for the 2011 event as well as for organising the meeting in Thailand .

 

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TCEB Domestic MICE Promotional Drive Project

ประชุมเมืองไทย ภูมิใจช่วยชาติ

Friday, 19 June 2009

Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre

 

The Thailand Convention & Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) officially launched their Domestic MICE Project at the Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre on 19 June 2009.

 

The one day event included a forum discussion on the MICE industry in general as well as work shop sessions concentrating on various aspects of event organisation and management.

 

The event was inaugurated by Deputy Prime Minister Major General Sanan Kajornprasart. The highlight event for the day featured Prime Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva as keynote speaker for the event.

Amongst its activities was a table top exhibition session where TICA members along with travel related industry members were given the opportunity to present their products and services to the 300 invited buyers who were mainly from government agencies and associations, as well as corporate buyers.

 

TICA’s President, Sumate Sudasna, was a member of the panel of speakers for the plenary session, “The National Policy and the Private Sector’s Response”.

 

TICA’s Marketing Committee Chairperson, Prachoom Chayabongse, spoke on, “Organising a Conference to Impress” during the workshop session.

 

An exhibition on Royal Initiative Development Projects was on display to educate participants on the various projects implemented by His Majesty the King.

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TICA Activities

 

 

 

TICA President & Committee Chairpersons Meet Members in Phuket

Friday, 10 June 2009

Metropole Hotel, Phuket

 

If you are located within Phuket or nearby, do drop by at the TICA President & Committee Chairpersons Meet Members” this coming Friday, 10 July 2009 at 19:00 hours at the Metropole Hotel Phuket.

 

The social gathering includes dinner and will feature the following sessions:

·   Meet TICA’s First President from the Private Sector, Khun Sumate Sudasna of CDM – Creative Destination Management

·   “The 8 National Strategic Plans to Reinvigorate the Tourism Industry 2552 – 2555 (2009-2012)”  proposed by the Ministry of Tourism & Sports: Session conducted by TICA President, Khun Sumate Sudasna

·   TICA Activity Report by Chairpersons of the Working Committee

·   Open Floor Forum: “Discuss Key MICE Issues of the Times and the Path & Positioning TICA Should Head Towards”

 

We would like encourage Senior Level Executives to attend the gathering so as to receive your input concerning the current trends, both local and international, that are affecting the local MICE industry. Please do also feel free to send in your questions ahead of the social gathering on 10 July 2009 by e-mail: info@tica.or.th.

 

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REMINDER: “Selling to the Corporate Meetings & Incentives Markets: Quality Sales Techniques”

10-11 July 2009

Metropole Hotel, Phuket

 

This is your final reminder to to sign up for the latest TICA training course “Selling to the Corporate Meetings & Incentives Markets – Quality Sales Techniques” by Eunice Gan on 10-11 July 2009 at the Metropole Hotel, Phuket.

 

The programme is designed especially for SALES TEAMS responsible for sales in the CORPORATE MEETINGS AND INCENTIVES MARKETS. Participants should have minimum 1 year experience in sales in order to sign up for the course.

 

The 5-session programme will include training games that enhance creative thinking, effective listening skills, and motivation skills. Among the featured topics are:

·         Macro Dynamics – Selling to the Corporate Market

·         Leads Generation

·         Prospecting

·         Database Management

·         Effective Telephone Sales Techniques (especially related to Hotel Sales)

·         Planning the Sales Visit

·         Towards Higher Sales Productivity

 

The registration fee for the course is Baht 1,391 net for TICA Members and Baht 2,140 net for Non TICA Members.

 

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Tour Packages

 

 

 

Meeting in Paradise (2 days & 3 days options)

NS Travel & Tours Co Ltd

Validity: 31 October 2009

 

NS Travel & Tours is offering a wonderful short 2/3 days itinerary for MICE Planners, called the Meeting in Paradise package.

 

The Meeting in Paradise package is a perfect blend of activities in an ideal environment of unspoiled tropical seas and green lush nature of Koh Chang.

 

Meeting In Paradise : 2 day programme

(rate quoted per person)

Meeting In Paradise : 3 day programme

(rate quoted per person)

-          Group of 18 persons: Baht 5,190

-          Group of 40 persons: Baht 4,620

-          Group of 50 persons: Baht 4,520

-          Group of 80 persons: Baht 4,570

-          Group of 100 persons: Baht 4,510

 

Programme includes:

-          Roundtrip transportation for Bangkok / Koh Chang (including ferry)

-          Thai Speaking Guides (English speaking guides available with supplement charge)

-          1 night (twin) at Koh Chang Tropicana in a Superior Room – Chalet Wing (includes American breakfast)

-          1 Lunch (Salad + Soup + 5 Dishes Menu + Dessert)

-          1 Dinner (Salad + Soup + 6 Dishes + Barbecue Corner + Dessert)

-          Half Day Meeting + 1 Coffee Break

-          Half Day Tree Top Canopy Activity

 

-          Group of 18 persons: Baht 6,510

-          Group of 40 persons: Baht 5,870

-          Group of 50 persons: Baht 5,760

-          Group of 80 persons: Baht 5,820

-          Group of 100 persons: Baht 5,900

 

Programme includes:

-          Roundtrip transportation Bangkok / Koh Chang (including Ferry)

-          Thai Speaking Guides (English speaking guides available with supplement charge)

-          2 nights (twin) at Koh Chang Tropicana in a Superior Room – Chalet Wing (includes American breakfast)

-          1 Lunch (Salad + Soup + 5 Dishes Menu + Dessert)

-          1 Dinner (Salad + Soup + 6 Dishes + Barbecue Corner + Dessert)

-          Full Day Meeting + 2 Coffee Breaks

-          Half Day Tree Top Canopy Activity

-          Vehicle at disposal on the island

-          Half Day Jungle Trek

-          Other Meals optional

 

For further information on specific terms and conditions, contact Georges Colin at Tel: 66 (0) 2642 6627, Fax : 66 (0) 2642 6626 or, E-mail: Info@Nstravel.Com.

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Other Services

 

 

 

i-Con Package

IMPACT  Exhibition and Convention Center

Validity: Until December 2010

 

Impact Exhibition & Convention Center is offering a special package for 3-day meetings.

 

The i-Con Package, offers complimentary use of breakout rooms, room usage with refreshment for you pre-conference, a pre-function cocktail for your welcome reception and a gift voucher for organisers.

 

For further information on specific terms and conditions, contact Kunyanat Dacanay (Exhibition and Convention Section) at Tel: 66 (0) 2833 5257, Fax: 66 (0) 2833 5253 or, E-mail: kunyanatd@impact.co.th.

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International Relocation & Moving Services

Trans-Link Express ( Bangkok ) Co Ltd

Validity: Until 31 August 2009

 

Trans-Link Express ( Bangkok ), TICA’s freight forwarding expert is offering promotional shipping services for TICA Members Only.

 

Promotional shipping prices for TICA Members are:

·         Bangkok United Kingdom : Baht 211 per cubic foot

·         Bangkok Australia : Baht 279 per cubic foot

 

Trans-Link’s services includes international relocation & moving services, door-to-door or door-to-port moving, fine art packing, pet transportation, home search, immigration (work permit & visa), cross-cultural orientation, settling-in or settling–out, departure programmes, etc.

 

To inquire on shipping cost for other destinations or any other services, contact Tiddy S. Teerawit, Director at Tel: 66 (0) 2681 2000, Mobile: 66 (0) 81 843 0786 or, E-mail: teerawit@translink.co.th.

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Bangkok

 

 

 

All-in-One Conference Package

 The Ambassador Hotel Bangkok

Validity: Until 31 October 2009

 

The Ambassador Hotel Bangkok has launched an All-in-one Conference Package that includes accommodations in the newly renovated Superior Room and a full day meeting package (one lunch and two coffee breaks).

 

The All-in-one Conference Package is priced at US$ 99 net per day (single occupancy) and US$ 125 net per day (double occupancy).

 

Applicable for a minimum of 30 persons, the package also features a host of complimentary items such as group photo A5 size (half A4), welcome banner, herbal juice, candies and hot or cold towels during meeting sessions, flower decorations and 5 minutes the Spa Aroma therapy massage for the head & shoulders as well as usage of standard equipment.

 

For more information please contact Knun Wattanee, Asistant Director of Sales at Tel: 66 (0) 2254 0444 ext 1620 or, E-mail: ssm1bkk@amtel.co.th.

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Amazing Suite Meeting Plus & Premier Meeting Plus

The Imperial Queen’s Park Hotel

Validity: Until 30 September 2009

 

The Imperial Queen’s Park Hotel is offering a fantastic double promotion for its Suite and Meeting Package as follows:                           

  • Amazing Suite Meeting Plus: Baht 3,999++
  • Premier Meeting Plus: Baht 3,999 net

 

The above rates includes daily breakfast, 2 coffee breaks and 1 lunch, and free internet usage and is applicable to group bookings of minimum 10 paying rooms.

 

For more information concerning specific terms and conditions, contact Catering Sales at Tel: 66 (0) 2261 9000 ext 4133, 4205.

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Corporate Group Promotion

Pan Pacific Bangkok

Validity: Until 31 August 2009

 

Special promotional accommodations discounts are on offer for Corporate Groups at the Pan Pacific Bangkok.

 

Discounts start from 10% up to 30% for Superior room bookings at Baht 5,000++ (room only) and can be applied for group bookings of a minimum of 10 paying rooms.

 

For more information on specific terms and conditions, contact Thawee Kugasemrat Tel: 66 (0) 2632 9000 ext 4115.

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Executive Meeting Package

The Siam City Hotel, Bangkok

Validity: Until 31 October 2009

 

The Executive Meeting Package on offer at the Siam City Hotel, Bangkok offers special promotional prices for both accommodations and meeting packages.

 

The Executive Meeting Package is priced at Baht 1,200 net per person that include one gourmet lunch in any of the Siam City’s award-wining restaurants, 3 meeting breaks with free flow coffee and tea, and meeting amenities and equipment, with LCD projector.

 

Special accommodations rates are offered for Deluxe Rooms at Baht 4,200 net per night (single) and Baht 4,500 net per night (double). These rates include daily breakfast and unlimited complimentary usage of broadband internet.

 

This promotion is valid for groups of minimum 20 persons. Flexible arrangements possible for smaller or larger groups with or without accommodation.

 

For more information on specific terms and conditions, call Tel: 66 (0) 2247-0123 ext 1914 or, E-mail: sales@siamhotels.com.

 

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Green Leaf Meeting Package

Century Park Hotel

Validity: Until 01 August 2009

 

The Green Leaf Meeting Package at the Century Park Hotel offers Full Day Meeting packages at Baht 750++ per person per day for a minimum of 35 persons per day.

 

The package includes a Herbal Welcome Drink, 2 Coffee Breaks & Buffet Lunch, Thai Herbal Drink during the Afternoon break, usage of Meeting room, 1 LCD projector with screen and backdrop.

 

Special room rate for meeting participants are offered at Bht. 2,250++ per room night for accommodations in a Deluxe room (single/twin); includes buffet breakfast and a Green Leaf Souvenir.

 

For more information on specific terms and conditions, contact Pharanya Kaewwilai, Director of Sales, at Tel: 66 (0) 2246 7800 ext 4417, Fax: 66 (0) 2246 4583 or, E-mail: pharanya@centuryparkhotel.com.

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Manohra Dining Cruise - Silver Package

Bangkok Marriott Resort & Spa

Validity: Until 31 October 2009

 

The Bangkok Marriott Resort & Spa invites you to a pleasant river cruise on board the Manohra rice barge with its capacity of 70 guests.

 

The Manohra Dinner Cruise – Silver Package costs Baht 1,250++ per person for joining dinner on board the barge. The Manohra may also be chartered for private parties.

 

The cruise features dazzling Thai delicacies that make for a delightful, cultural dining experience.

 

A romantic venue for that introduces you to the City of Angels by night…a spectacular and memorable experience!

 

During the cruise you will experience a variety of river life, passing significant historical sites such as the Wat Arun (The Temple of Dawn), the magnificent Grand Palace , the Royal Barges boat-house as well as numerous other temples.

 

The Manohra Dinner Cruise sets out from the Bangkok Marriott Resort & Spa pier at 19:30 hours nightly.

 

For more information, contact Mayuree Luangpaiboonsri at Tel: 66 (0) 2476 5005 or E-mail: marriottevents@minornet.com.

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Meeting Package

Pan Pacific Bangkok

Validity: Until 31 December 2009

 

The Pan Pacific Bangkok has launched 2 packages simultaneously for both meeting packages and accommodations for corporate groups.

 

The Meeting Packages includes, apart from coffee and tea, 3 kinds of snacks and soft drinks and meeting room usage, applicable for meeting groups of minimum 15 persons.

 

The coffee break price quoted below is applicable for groups of minimum 20 persons.

 

Lunch options for the meeting packages are either an International Buffet Lunch at Height Cafe, Chinese Set Lunch at Hai Tien Lo or a Japanese Set Lunch at Keyaki.

 

The promotional prices are as follows:

·         Coffee Break: Baht 500 net per person

·         Half Day Meeting: Baht 1,000 net per person (meeting room use from 8:00 - 12:00 noon or 13:00 - 15:00 hours)

·         Full Day Meeting: Baht 1,200 net per person (meeting room use from 8:00 - 17:00 hours)

 

Meeting room charge will be applied should participants are less than minimum requirement stated above.

 

For more information on terms and conditions, contact Khun Jidapa at Tel: 66 (0) 2632 9000 ext 4120.

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MICE Package

Sofitel Centara Grand Bangkok

Validity: Until 31 December 2009

 

The Sofitel Centara Grand Bangkok is offering promotional prices for Meetings Organisers for accommodations bookings, meeting packages as well as dinner and activities as follows:

 

Accommodations

·   Deluxe Single (room only) Baht 4,500 net per room night

·   Deluxe Twin (room only) Baht 5,000 net per room night

 

Special Morning Activities Supplement

·   Breakfast at hotel garden, additional Baht 600 net per room night

·   Breakfast & cycling in the garden, additional Baht 700 net  per person

 

Other Services

·   High tea theme color Baht 650 net per person

·   Lunch Baht 950 net per person

·   Exhibition booth installation Baht 4,500 net per booth

 

Reception & Dinner

·   Welcome Reception & Signature Dishes Baht 1,450 net per person

·   Farewell Theme party (minimum 300 persons) Baht 3,500 net per person

·   BBQ buffet at hotel garden Baht 1,600 net per person

 

Unique experiences: Spouse Programme

·   Thai cooking class with market tour (6 hours) Baht 1,950 net per person (minimum 4 persons)

·   Fruit & vegetable carving class (2 hours) Baht 600 net per person (minimum 10 persons)

·   Thai flower arrangements (5 hours) Baht 4,180 net per person (minimum10 persons)

 

For more details and information on services offered at the Sofitel Centara Grand Bangkok, call

Tel: 66 (0) 2541 1234ext 4210, Fax: 66 (0) 2541 1089, E-mail: cpbsales@chr.co.th or micesales@chr.co.th.

 

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TICA E-News Package

Ramada Plaza Menam Riverside Bangkok

Validity: Until 30 September 2009

 

Stay 2 consecutive nights at the Ramada Plaza Menam Riverside Bangkok at Baht 3,400 per room night and get 1 night’s accommodation for free (room only, additional charge for American breakfast at Baht 690).

 

Also on offer are Full Day Meeting Packages priced at the following prices:

·   Baht 1,200 net per person: includes 2 coffee breaks, 1 Lunch

·   Baht 2,100 net per person: includes 2 coffee breaks, 1 Lunch with Seafood & International Buffet

 

The meeting package includes complimentary usage of a meeting room with standard equipment.

 

For more details on specific terms and conditions, call Tel: 66 (0) 2688 1000 ext 232-236 or, E-mail: menam@ramadaplazamenamriverside.com.

 

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Hua Hin / Cha-Am

 

 

 

Amazing Hua Hin

Hua Hin Marriott Resort &Spa

Validity: Until 31 October 2009

 

The Amazing Hua Hin package offered by the Hua Hin Marriott Resort & Spa is a special package designed for excitement and fun featuring accommodation in a Deluxe Garden View Room with daily American breakfast as well as:

·         Option of Amazing Race Hua Hin (half day outdoor team building) OR Half Day Meeting

·         One Beach Theme Dinner: food only, set menu will be arranged for 10-29 people and buffet for 30 people and above

 

Priced at Baht 5,200 net per person (Deluxe Single) and Baht 3,600 net per person (Deluxe Double), the package is applicable to groups with minimum 10 paying rooms per night.

 

Pre/Post stay (without activity and dinner) is available at Baht 3,400 net with breakfast (Deluxe Garden View Room). For more information or reservations, call the Sales Center at Tel: 66 (0) 2 476 5005 or E-mail: marriottevents@minornet.com.

 

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Pattaya

 

 

 

All in One Meeting Package

Pattaya Marriott Resort & Spa

Validity: Until 31 October 2009

 

The Pattaya Marriott Resort & Spa proudly presents the All in One Meeting Package priced at Single: Baht 5,400 per person and Double: Baht 3,700 per person.

 

This package includes accommodation in a Deluxe Room with American buffet breakfast, free in-room internet access usage throughout your stay, a Half Day or Full Day Meeting Package inclusive of standard audio visual equipment and 1 internet line for the meeting room.

 

Other benefits include a one 1-hour cocktail inclusive of soft drinks, draught beer, house wine and dry snacks at the Moooore Bar & Grill and the option of dinner at the Marriott Café or, a 30-minute shoulder massage at the Royal Garden Spa.

 

This package is applicable for bookings of minimum 10 paying rooms per night, subject to availability at time of confirmation.

 

A special pre/post meeting stay is offered at Baht 3,800 net (single/twin) inclusive of American buffet breakfast (room only).

 

For further information, contact Kerati Chantaravisutlert, Director of Sales at Tel: 66 (0) 38 412 120 Ext 1021, Fax: 66 (0) 38 710227 or, E-mail: Kerati_ch@minornet.com.

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Meeting Package

Royal Cliff Beach Resort

Validity: Until 20 December 2009

 

The Royal Cliff Beach Resort is offering a special meeting package for meeting planners at Baht 950 net per person.

 

The quoted price includes 1 Lunch, Coffee Breaks with snacks and complimentary use of 1 Meeting room.

 

For further information on specific terms and conditions, E-mail: bangkoksales@royalcliff.com.

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Chiang Mai

 

 

 

Meeting Package

dusitD2 chiang mai

Validity: Until 31 October 2009

 

The dusitD2 chiang mai is offering special meeting packages for group bookings with minimum 10 paying rooms per night as follows:

 

 

Package A: Baht 4,000 net per person

Package B: Baht 5,000 net per person

·         Deluxe Room

·         Breakfast for 1 person

·         Full Day Meeting Package for 1 person

·         Welcome drink upon check-in

·         Free roundtrip transfer

·         Deluxe Room

·         Breakfast for 1 person

·         Full Day Meeting Package for 1 person

·         Welcome drink upon check-in

·         Free roundtrip transfer

 

For more information on specific terms and conditions, contact Salisa Sangyimphan, Sales Manager at E-mail: salisa.sy@dusit.com or call, Tel: 66 (0) 2200 9999 ext 3899.

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Special Meeting Package

Shangri-La Hotel, Chiang Mai

Validity: Until 31 October 2009

 

The Shangri-La Hotel, Chiang Mai’s Special Meeting Package features privileged accommodations and meeting package rates as follows.

·         Accommodations: Deluxe Room Baht 2,800 net per room night

·         Meeting Package:

-          Baht 1,000 net per person: 2 Coffee Breaks with International Buffet Business Lunch

-          Baht 800 net per person: 1 Coffee Break with International Buffet Business Lunch

 

The package includes daily Buffet Breakfast, Welcome Drink upon arrival, complimentary use of Broadband Internet in both guest room and function room, and 1 LCD projector.

 

For more information on specific terms and conditions, contact Rattana Boonsiri, Senior Sales Manager-Corporate/M.I.C.E. at Tel: 66 (0) 2236 7777 ext 6902, Fax: 66 (0) 2237 3750 or, E-mail: Rattana.Boonsiri@Shangri-La.Com.

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Phuket

 

 

 

3 Days / 2 Nights Indigo Pearl MICE Package

Indigo Pearl

Validity: Until 30 September 2009

 

The Indigo Pearl MICE Package is an attractive 3 days/2 nights package that includes daily breakfast, 1 reception cocktail at Tongkha Tin Syndicate per stay and a 10% discount for a 60-minutes spa treatment at In-Di-Go Spa, priced as follows:

·   Kelly Quarter room  @Bht. 7,800 net per package (extension night @Bht. 3,900.- net per room per night)

·   Pearl Bed Suite room @Bht. 11,800.- net per package (extension night @Bht. 5,900.- net per room per night)

 

This rate is applicable to leads through TICA with a minimum requirement of 15 persons with the following privileges:

·   Room upgrade to next category for every 10 paying rooms, maximum 3 rooms (subject to availability).

·   One complimentary room (with breakfast) for every 20 paying rooms, maximum 4 rooms

 

Meeting packages are also available at the following rates:

  • Full day meeting: Baht 1,400 net per person
  • Half day meeting: Baht 1,200 net per person

 

Group check-in room will be provided for group size of 30 persons upwards.

 

For MICE bookings starting from 20 rooms (twin/single), organisers will be provided a gift voucher for 2 nights accommodation with American breakfast for 2 persons.

 

For more information on specific terms and conditions, contact Thanaporn Trachoo, Assistant Director of Sales (Bangkok Office) at E-mail: thanaporn@indigo-pearl.com.

Bangkok Office: Tel: 66 (0) 2260 1022-6, Fax: 66 (0) 2260 1027, E-mail: bkkoffice@indigo-pearl.com

Phuket Office: Tel: 66 (0) 7632 7006, Fax: 66 (0) 7632 7338-9, E-mail: info@indigo-pearl.com

 

Or, visit www.indigo-pearl.com for more details concerning the hotel.

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Executive Full Day Package

Mission Hills Phuket Golf Resort & Spa

Validity: Until 30 April 2010

 

Take advantage of the Mission Hills Phuket Golf Resort & Spa’s Executive Full Day Package price starting from Baht 70 – Baht 1,290 per person for full-day meeting, which includes two coffee breaks and lunch.

 

The Executive Package includes complimentary use of one meeting room (from 08:00 - 17:00 hours), morning and afternoon coffee breaks with fresh pastries, choice of Thai or Western set lunch at International restaurant, complimentary use of standard equipment, complimentary use of hotel stationary and backdrop.

 

Minimum requirement 15 persons. For more information on specific terms and conditions, contact Jittima Choosombat at Tel: 66 (0) 76 310888, Fax: 66 (0) 76 310899 or E-mail: info@missionhillsphuket.com.

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Nalina Meeting Package

Alpina Phuket Nalina Resort & Spa

Validity: Until 31 October 2009

 

Book your meeting group at the Alpina Phuket Nalina Resort & Spa using the Nalina Meeting Package, and choose from either of the following meeting packages:

·         Baht 800 net per delegate: 2 tea/coffee break, lunch (minimum 20 delegates)

·         Baht 1,200 net per delegate: 2 tea/coffee break, lunch & dinner (minimum 20 delegates)

 

Special room rates for staying guests starts from Baht 1,800 (breakfast included). A 50% discount is also offered for delegates using the Gaia Spa (advance booking required).

 

For further information on specific terms and conditions, contact Vipaporn Phokhampa - Bangkok office or Supat Naoprai at the Phuket office.

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Reserve Experience

Phulay   Bay , A Ritz Carlton  Reserve

Validity: Various (see below for details)

 

Take advantage of the Reserve Experience package for your group stay at the Phulay Bay , A Ritz Carlton Reserve and enjoy these special promotional prices for following period:

 

Period 1: 1 November 2009 – 21 December 2009 & 5 January 2010 – 30 March 2010

                Price: Baht 13,700++ per room night (Single/Double) 

 

Period 2: 1 April 2010 – 31 October 2010

                Price: Baht 12,700++ per room night (Single/Double) 

 

This package is applicable for group bookings of minimum 8 rooms with 2 night’s consecutive stay.

 

Other privileges include:

  • Complimentary pavilion during group stay will be extended upon booking materialisation of 25 pavilions/villas 
  • with 2 nights stay.  
  • 1 Complimentary upgrade from Pavilion to Villa room category will be extended upon booking materialization of 15 pavilions/villas. 
  • Complimentary standard AV equipments for meeting sessions (1 set of LCD with screen) 
  • Complimentary 24 hours in-room WIFI High Speed internet access for all delegates 
  • Private area for group check in with complimentary signature welcome refreshment 
  • Warm welcome by hotel‘s executive management with traditional welcome fresh floral garland for all delegates  
  • Selection from music library on mini iPod which connects to in-room stereos 
  • Pack and unpack service by private butler 
  • Welcome in room amenities  

 

For more information on specific terms and conditions, contact Pongsakorn Latchapirom, Catering & Sales Manager at Tel: 66 (0) 75 628 111, Fax: 66 (0) 75 628 191 or, E-mail: Pongsakorn.latchapirom@ritzcarlton.com.

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Stay 4 Room Nights, Pay for 3 Room Nights Only

Royal Phuket City Hotel

Validity: Until 30 September 2009

 

Book your group at the Royal Phuket City Hotel to qualify for the special room promotion of either of the following options:

Stay 4 Nights, Pay for 3 Nights

OR

Book 4 Rooms, Pay for 3 Rooms

 

For more detailed information concerning this promotion, contact the Reservations Department at Tel: 66 (0) 76 233 333, Fax: 66 (0) 76 233 335 or, E-mail: reservation@royalphuketcity.com.

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Supalai Meeting Package

Best Western Premier Supalai Resort & Spa, Phuket

 

The Supalai Meeting Package offered by the Best Western Premier Supalai Resort & Spa is quoted at Baht 2,600 per person per day for groups stays of 3 days and 2 nights with accommodations provided in a Deluxe Seaview room (with breakfast).

 

The quoted rate is for double occupancy rooms (2 persons per room) and includes the following services:

  • Full day meeting (1 lunch 2 breaks)         
  • Free 1 hour kayaking at hotel’s beach front
  • Free scheduled shuttle boat to Naka Yai Island (depend on weather condition)
  • Free scheduled shuttle bus to Phuket Town
  • Free use of fitness and game area

 

For further information on specific terms and conditions, call Tel: 66 (0) 2725 8888 ext 177-180, Fax: 66 (0) 2683 0383, E-mail: sales@supalaiphuket.com or visit www.supalaiphuket.com.

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Samui

 

 

 

Meeting Package

Renaissance Koh Samui Resort & Spa

Validity: Until 31 December 2009

 

The Renaissance Koh Samui Resort & Spa is offering special Meeting Packages at Baht 1,500 per person per day for groups of a minimum 10 participants.

 

The Meeting Package includes full day meeting space with full set up (bottled water, notepads, pencils and candies), 2 coffee breaks, luncheon with organised menu offering at Banana Leaf restaurant and standard audio visual equipment.

 

For more information, contact the Event Booking Center at Tel: 66 (0) 2656 7700.

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Special MICE Package

Q Signature Samui

Validity: Until 31 October 2009

 

The Special MICE Package at Q Signature Samui offers discounted accommodations in a Deluxe Pavilion at Baht 2,400 net per room night (with American breakfast).

 

Also on offer are meeting packages at the following rates:

  • Half day meeting: Baht 850 net per person per day
  • Full day meeting: Baht 1,250 net per person per day

 

Dinner options (food only) are as follows:

  • Thai Buffet: Baht 900 net per person
  • International Buffet: Baht 1,200 net per person
  • BBQ Seafood Buffet: Baht 1,500 net per person

 

The above rates is valid for a group of for minimum 20 paying persons and includes complimentary welcome drinks and cold towels upon arrival, a room upgrade to a Pool Villa Room for VIPs (subject to availability) and a 20% discount at the Spa.

 

For further information on specific terms and conditions, contact Puntinee Konghirun, Sales Manager, at Tel: 66 (0) 2630 7022, Fax: 66 (0) 2630 7021, E-mail: puntinee_ko@myQhotels.com.

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Trang

 

 

 

Thumrin Thana Light Corporate Package

Thumrin Thana Hotel

Validity: Until 31 October 2009

 

The Thumrin Thana Light Corporate Package is on offer at the Thumrin Thana Hotel in Trang for corporate meetings or incentives groups with a minimum of 30 persons.

 

Priced at Baht 2,450 per person, the package includes:

  • 2 night’s accommodation in a Deluxe Room (breakfast included)
  • Baht 1,250 supplement charge for single occupancy
  • 1 full day meeting package (2 coffee breaks, 1 lunch and 1 dinner)

 

Other privileges include:

  • One day excursion to Trang’s famous attractions inclusive of lunch.
  • 2 rooms upgrade to Junior Suite for the group of 30 delegates.
  • 2 complimentary rooms for 2 nights during site inspection
  • Complimentary 24-hour Hi-Speed internet for one line during group stay and much more….

 

For full details on special privileges and terms and conditions, contact Maywika Thuekaew, Sales Manager, at Tel: 66 (0) 2439 3195 – 6, Fax: 66 (0) 2438 0286, Mobile: 66 (0) 81 924 1198 or, E-mail: bkk@thumrin.co.th.

 

Or visit www.thumrin.com for more information on the Thumrin Thana Hotel.

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