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Bangkok Northern <strong>Thai</strong>land Northeastern <strong>Thai</strong>land Central <strong>Thai</strong>land Eastern <strong>Thai</strong>land Western <strong>Thai</strong>land Southern <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
<strong>Thai</strong>land Standard Hotels Directory 2011<br />
Message from the Governor<br />
<strong>Tourism</strong> <strong>Authority</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
The <strong>Tourism</strong> <strong>Authority</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Thai</strong>land (TAT) is pleased to introduce<br />
“<strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel <strong>Standards</strong>”. This is an exciting development for the<br />
tourism industry in <strong>Thai</strong>land for tourists visiting the Kingdom. This new<br />
programme aims to provide a consistent, dependable star rating <strong>of</strong><br />
one to five for hotels and resorts throughout the country.<br />
Because <strong>Thai</strong>land is not only a premier tourist destination, but also a<br />
year-round one, tourism is a major key to the Kingdom’s economy<br />
and to many people’s holiday enjoyment. Being assured <strong>of</strong> obtaining<br />
the type <strong>of</strong> accommodation the holiday-maker is seeking and that<br />
guests know what a hotel <strong>of</strong>fers is a win-win situation for the hoteliers<br />
and tourists alike.<br />
<strong>Thai</strong>land has various types <strong>of</strong> accommodation to suit everyone from<br />
back-packers, business travellers, to those for whom only the most<br />
luxurious settings will suffice. Whether visiting a golden temple or<br />
white sandy beaches, the new star rating ensures that there is no<br />
question regarding the quality or standard <strong>of</strong> service.<br />
<strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation History | <strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation Overview | <strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation Objectives and Goals | Hotel Ratings’ Benefit to the Industry | Hotel Ratings’ Benefit to Consumers<br />
Levels & Symbols Used at <strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation | Major Factors to Determine Hotel Rating | <strong>Tourism</strong> in <strong>Thai</strong>land | When to Visit <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
SURAPHON SVETASRENI<br />
Governor
Bangkok Northern <strong>Thai</strong>land Northeastern <strong>Thai</strong>land Central <strong>Thai</strong>land Eastern <strong>Thai</strong>land Western <strong>Thai</strong>land Southern <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
<strong>Thai</strong>land Standard Hotels Directory 2011<br />
Message from the President<br />
<strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation<br />
<strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation plays a unique role in the promotion<br />
and development <strong>of</strong> the country’s tourism industry. Since its establishment,<br />
the objective is to raise the standard <strong>of</strong> the overall hotel business with<br />
the aim to ensure uniform standardization used in <strong>Thai</strong>land is consistent<br />
nationwide and aligned with international standards. In this context, the<br />
hotel standard in <strong>Thai</strong>land has so far exceeded quality standards in view <strong>of</strong><br />
the fact that many hotels <strong>of</strong>fer style, elegance and distinctive service and<br />
design which have captured the attention <strong>of</strong> both <strong>Thai</strong> and foreign visitors.<br />
When it comes to authentic <strong>Thai</strong> style hospitality, the hotels <strong>of</strong>fer visitors<br />
prestigious luxuries to choose from. There is a wide choice <strong>of</strong> hotel<br />
accommodations throughout all the regions. Many hotels are located in the<br />
heart <strong>of</strong> business and diplomatic districts within easy access to the vibrant<br />
commercial centers, business venues, exotic beaches and lush green golf<br />
courses. It is an opportunity for everyone to experience the superlative<br />
comforts, superior amenities, specialty cuisine for which <strong>Thai</strong>land is known<br />
all over the world and, above all, a special personal touch <strong>of</strong> <strong>Thai</strong> hospitality<br />
that will make any visitor’s stay in this country a truly memorable occasion.<br />
In terms <strong>of</strong> <strong>Thai</strong>land’s many diverse culture, activities and world class amenities it<br />
<strong>of</strong>fers a perfectly designed setting for the requirements <strong>of</strong> any event or conference.<br />
The latest issue <strong>of</strong> <strong>Thai</strong>land Standard Hotels Directory 2011 is for ease <strong>of</strong><br />
reference and I hope you will find it useful in planning your trip to any part<br />
<strong>of</strong> this amazing land.<br />
<strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation History | <strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation Overview | <strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation Objectives and Goals | Hotel Ratings’ Benefit to the Industry | Hotel Ratings’ Benefit to Consumers<br />
Levels & Symbols Used at <strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation | Major Factors to Determine Hotel Rating | <strong>Tourism</strong> in <strong>Thai</strong>land | When to Visit <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
CHANIN DONAVANIK<br />
President
Bangkok Northern <strong>Thai</strong>land Northeastern <strong>Thai</strong>land Central <strong>Thai</strong>land Eastern <strong>Thai</strong>land Western <strong>Thai</strong>land Southern <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
“Distinctively Different”<br />
Located in the northern end <strong>of</strong> Pattaya’s majestically curving bay. A small and<br />
charming family owned 4 stars hotel set amid a peaceful tropical garden.<br />
Woodlands Hotel & Resort / Woodlands Suites Serviced Residences<br />
164/1 Moo 5 Pattaya-Naklua Road, Pattaya City, Chonburi 20150, <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
Tel: +66 38 421 707 Fax: +66 38 425 663<br />
Email: res@woodland-resort.com<br />
Website: www.woodland-resort.com, www.woodlandssuites.com<br />
Baan Amphawa Resort & Spa<br />
Escape and let the rewards come to you<br />
At its heart is Baan Amphawa Resort & Spa. Featuring a cluster <strong>of</strong> traditional <strong>Thai</strong> houses, the<br />
atmosphere and ambience <strong>of</strong> the resort is truly unique and <strong>of</strong>fers a glimpse into a hidden<br />
world. The resort is located in the heritage town <strong>of</strong> Amphawa, only 63 kms South <strong>of</strong> Bangkok.<br />
Various activities are available both within the resort and nearby. For example, you can visit the<br />
well known Dumneon Saduak floating market or the cultural site <strong>of</strong> Amphawa Floating Market,<br />
stroll around local temples and observe the local people’s way <strong>of</strong> life. This exceptional resort<br />
provides a chance to experience the <strong>Thai</strong> way <strong>of</strong> life and enjoy an unf<strong>org</strong>ettable experience.<br />
22 Bangkapom-kaewfah, Amphawa, Samut Songkhram 75110 <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
Tel: (66 34) 752 222 Fax: (66 34) 752 229 Email: reservations@baanamphawa.com<br />
<strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation History | <strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation Overview | <strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation Objectives and Goals | Hotel Ratings’ Benefit to the Industry | Hotel Ratings’ Benefit to Consumers<br />
Levels & Symbols Used at <strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation | Major Factors to Determine Hotel Rating | <strong>Tourism</strong> in <strong>Thai</strong>land | When to Visit <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
www.baanamphawa.com
Bangkok Northern <strong>Thai</strong>land Northeastern <strong>Thai</strong>land Central <strong>Thai</strong>land Eastern <strong>Thai</strong>land Western <strong>Thai</strong>land Southern <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
2 Taweewong Road, Patong, Kathu, Phuket 83150 <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
Tel: +66 76 341300-4 Fax: +66 76 340103<br />
Email: info@seaviewphuket.com<br />
www.seaviewphuket.com<br />
The Star <strong>of</strong> Patong Beach, Phuket<br />
<strong>Thai</strong>land with superbly located at the<br />
quiet end <strong>of</strong> Patong.<br />
Patong Hotel And Resort:<br />
Seaview Patong Hotel<br />
Patong Hotel located right on Patong<br />
Beach front, sea access right in front <strong>of</strong> the<br />
hotel Phuket<br />
Hotel Seaview Patong is superbly located<br />
at the quiet end <strong>of</strong> Patong beach 3 meters<br />
accross from the beach.<br />
All guest rooms facing the sea and Patong<br />
bay. With in a short walking distance<br />
<strong>of</strong> the shopping and evening area. The<br />
distance from Phuket International airport<br />
is 45 minutes and from Phuket town 25<br />
minutes. Indulge in magnificent views <strong>of</strong><br />
Patong Beach, picturesque scenery, and<br />
exciting recreation for the entire family at<br />
Patong Seaview Hotel.<br />
<strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation History | <strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation Overview | <strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation Objectives and Goals | Hotel Ratings’ Benefit to the Industry | Hotel Ratings’ Benefit to Consumers<br />
Levels & Symbols Used at <strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation | Major Factors to Determine Hotel Rating | <strong>Tourism</strong> in <strong>Thai</strong>land | When to Visit <strong>Thai</strong>land
Bangkok Northern <strong>Thai</strong>land Northeastern <strong>Thai</strong>land Central <strong>Thai</strong>land Eastern <strong>Thai</strong>land Western <strong>Thai</strong>land Southern <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
SUITES<br />
IN THE CENTER<br />
OF BANGKOK SHOPPING<br />
AT THE CENTER<br />
OF FASHION CITY<br />
888 Petchburi Road, Petchburi, Rajthevi, Bangkok 10400 <strong>Thai</strong>land Tel: (662) 656-6888-98 Fax: (662) 656-6899 Email: info@granddiamondsuites.com<br />
www.granddiamondsuites.com<br />
Luxury Accommodation Finds<br />
A New Expression In Bangkok<br />
InterContinental Bangkok<br />
973 Ploenchit Road Bangkok, 10330 <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
Tel: +66 (0) 2 656 0444 Fax: +66 (0) 2 656 0555<br />
<strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation History | <strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation Overview | <strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation Objectives and Goals | Hotel Ratings’ Benefit to the Industry | Hotel Ratings’ Benefit to Consumers<br />
Levels & Symbols Used at <strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation | Major Factors to Determine Hotel Rating | <strong>Tourism</strong> in <strong>Thai</strong>land | When to Visit <strong>Thai</strong>land
Bangkok Northern <strong>Thai</strong>land Northeastern <strong>Thai</strong>land Central <strong>Thai</strong>land Eastern <strong>Thai</strong>land Western <strong>Thai</strong>land Southern <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
Contents<br />
<strong>Thai</strong>land Standard Hotels Directory 2011<br />
Message from <strong>Tourism</strong> <strong>Authority</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Thai</strong>land Governor<br />
Message from <strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation President<br />
Map <strong>of</strong> <strong>Thai</strong>land/ Fast Facts<br />
<strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation History<br />
<strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation Overview<br />
<strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation Objectives and Goals<br />
Hotel Ratings’ Benefit to the Industry<br />
Hotel Ratings’ Benefit to Consumers<br />
Levels & Symbols Used at <strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation<br />
Major Factors to Determine Hotel Rating<br />
<strong>Tourism</strong> in <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
When to Visit <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
Destinations<br />
Bangkok<br />
Northern <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
Northeastern <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
Central <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
Eastern <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
Western <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
Southern <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
Editorials<br />
Dusit Thani Bangkok<br />
InterContinental Bangkok<br />
Ramada Menam Riverside Plaza<br />
S<strong>of</strong>itel Silom<br />
dusitD2 chiang mai<br />
Baan Talay Dao<br />
Holiday Inn Phuket<br />
Royal Crown Hotel & Palm Spa Resort<br />
The Royal Paradise Hotel & Spa<br />
Directory<br />
<strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation Members<br />
A STYLE TO REMEMBER<br />
123 Charoen Prathet Road T.Changklan A.Muang Chiang Mai 20100 <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
Tel: (66 53) 253 333 • Fax: (66 53) 253 352 • Email: chedichiangmai@ghmhotels.com<br />
www.ghmhotels.com<br />
<strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation History | <strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation Overview | <strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation Objectives and Goals | Hotel Ratings’ Benefit to the Industry | Hotel Ratings’ Benefit to Consumers<br />
Levels & Symbols Used at <strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation | Major Factors to Determine Hotel Rating | <strong>Tourism</strong> in <strong>Thai</strong>land | When to Visit <strong>Thai</strong>land
Maehongson<br />
Phangnga<br />
Ranong<br />
Krabi<br />
Phuket<br />
Loei<br />
Mahasarakham<br />
Roi Et<br />
Nakhonsawan<br />
Chaiyaphum<br />
Amnatcharoen<br />
Uthaithani<br />
Chainat<br />
Yasothon<br />
Singburi<br />
Nakhonratchasima<br />
Ropburi<br />
Buriram<br />
Angthong<br />
Surin<br />
Saraburi<br />
Supanburi Ayuthaya<br />
Nakornnayok<br />
Ubonratchathani<br />
Srisaket<br />
Kanchanaburi Prathumthani<br />
Nonthaburi Prachinburi<br />
Nakhonpathom<br />
BANGKOK<br />
Sakaeo<br />
Ratchaburi<br />
Chachengsao<br />
Samut<br />
Samutsongkram sakorn Samut<br />
prakan<br />
Chonburi<br />
Chumphon<br />
Suratthani<br />
Bangkok Northern <strong>Thai</strong>land Northeastern <strong>Thai</strong>land Central <strong>Thai</strong>land Eastern <strong>Thai</strong>land Western <strong>Thai</strong>land Southern <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
<strong>Thai</strong>land Standard Hotels Directory 2011<br />
Map <strong>of</strong> <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
Chiangmai<br />
Lamphun<br />
Tak<br />
Lampang<br />
Phrae<br />
Sukhothai<br />
Kamphaengphet<br />
Phichit Phetchabun<br />
Phetchaburi<br />
Prachuapkririkhan<br />
Nakhonsithammarat<br />
Trang<br />
Phatthalung<br />
Satul<br />
Chiangrai<br />
Phayao<br />
Utharadit<br />
Phitsanulok<br />
Songkhla<br />
Pattani<br />
Nan<br />
Rayong Chanthaburi<br />
Yala Narathiwat<br />
Trat<br />
Nongkhai<br />
Udonthani<br />
Regions<br />
Bangkok & Centre<br />
Eastern<br />
Western<br />
Northern<br />
Northeastern<br />
Southern<br />
Khonkaen<br />
Karasin<br />
Nakhonphranom<br />
Sakonnakhon<br />
Mukdaharn<br />
Full Country Name: Kingdom<br />
<strong>of</strong> <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
(Prathet <strong>Thai</strong>, meaning “land <strong>of</strong> the<br />
free”)<br />
Capital: Bangkok (Krung Thep,<br />
meaning “city <strong>of</strong> angels”)<br />
Location: Southeast Asia, bordering<br />
the Andaman Sea and the Gulf <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>Thai</strong>land, southeast <strong>of</strong> Myanmar<br />
Neighboring countries:<br />
1) Myanmar - west and north<br />
2) Lao P.D.R. - north and northeast<br />
3) Cambodia - southeast<br />
4) Malaysia - south<br />
Population: 65,068,149<br />
Ethnic Groups: <strong>Thai</strong> (75%),<br />
Chinese (14%), Others (11%)<br />
Languages: <strong>Thai</strong>, English (as a<br />
foreign language), ethnic and regional<br />
dialects<br />
Religions: Buddhist (94.6%), Muslim<br />
(4.6%), Christian (0.7%), others (0.1%)<br />
Head <strong>of</strong> State: H.M. King Bhumibol<br />
Adulyadej (Rama IX <strong>of</strong> the Chakri<br />
Dynasty)<br />
Head <strong>of</strong> Government: Prime<br />
Minister Abhisit Vejjajiva<br />
Administration: 76 provinces,<br />
each subdivided into amphoe (district),<br />
tambon (sub-district) and muban<br />
(village)<br />
National Flag: The red, white,<br />
and blue stripes symbolize the<br />
nation, Buddhism, and the monarchy,<br />
respectively.<br />
Time: The time in <strong>Thai</strong>land is seven<br />
hours ahead <strong>of</strong> Greenwich Mean Time<br />
(+7 hours GMT).<br />
Climate: February-May (hot<br />
and dry, average temperature 34<br />
degrees Celsius and 75% humidity);<br />
June-October (rainy with plenty <strong>of</strong><br />
sunshine, average day temperature 29<br />
degrees Celsius and 87% humidity);<br />
November-January (cool, temperature<br />
range from 32-20 degrees Celsius with<br />
a drop in humidity)<br />
Clothing: Light, cool clothes are<br />
sensible and a jacket is needed for<br />
formal meetings and dining in top<br />
restaurants. Shorts (except knee length<br />
walking shorts), sleeveless shirts, tank<br />
tops and other beach-style attire are<br />
considered inappropriate dress when<br />
not actually at the beach or in a resort<br />
area.<br />
Electricity: 220 volt AC (50 cycles)<br />
throughout the country<br />
Telephone Services: The<br />
international dialing code for <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
is 66. When making international<br />
calls to <strong>Thai</strong>land, add 66 and<br />
omit the leading 0. When making<br />
international calls from <strong>Thai</strong>land,<br />
first dial 001+country code+area<br />
code+telephone number.<br />
“The land <strong>of</strong> beautiful mountains and riverine<br />
<strong>of</strong> Western <strong>Thai</strong>land “<br />
Pung-Waan Resort has been created as a sanctuary for your retreat on the bank <strong>of</strong> the Kwai Noi River,<br />
the famous river <strong>of</strong> Westerm <strong>Thai</strong>land, which can be easily accessed by private cars , buses and train,<br />
Varieties <strong>of</strong> room types are in multiple natural settings and carefully decorated with grass-leaf ro<strong>of</strong>, bamboo<br />
walls, private balcony and open-air bathroom in order to bring you close to nature as much as possible.<br />
Enjoy numberless activities and facilities within the resort such as <strong>Thai</strong> traditional massage,pot plant creations,<br />
cliff climbing and etc. Moreover, relish your private dinner with top-quality <strong>Thai</strong> & International cuisines<br />
at very affordable prices.<br />
Bangkok Sales Office: 6/10 Soi Are 5, Phaholyothin Rd., Samsennai, Phayathai, Bangkok 10400 <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
Tel: (66 2) 278 0878 ( 10 online ) Fax: (66 2) 278 5060 Email: pungwaan@pungwaanriverkwai.com<br />
Location: 123/3 Tumbol Thasao, Amphur Saiyoke, Kanchanaburi 71150 <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
Tel: (66 34) 634 295 - 300 Fax: (66 34) 634 302<br />
www.pungwaanriverkwai.com<br />
<strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation History | <strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation Overview | <strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation Objectives and Goals | Hotel Ratings’ Benefit to the Industry | Hotel Ratings’ Benefit to Consumers<br />
Levels & Symbols Used at <strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation | Major Factors to Determine Hotel Rating | <strong>Tourism</strong> in <strong>Thai</strong>land | When to Visit <strong>Thai</strong>land
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<strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation History | <strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation Overview | <strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation Objectives and Goals | Hotel Ratings’ Benefit to the Industry | Hotel Ratings’ Benefit to Consumers<br />
Levels & Symbols Used at <strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation | Major Factors to Determine Hotel Rating | <strong>Tourism</strong> in <strong>Thai</strong>land | When to Visit <strong>Thai</strong>land
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<strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard<br />
Key to the Symbols<br />
Internet<br />
Restaurant<br />
Meeting Room<br />
Spa<br />
Fitness Center<br />
Swimming Pool<br />
Disabled Access<br />
<strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation History | <strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation Overview | <strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation Objectives and Goals | Hotel Ratings’ Benefit to the Industry | Hotel Ratings’ Benefit to Consumers<br />
Levels & Symbols Used at <strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation | Major Factors to Determine Hotel Rating | <strong>Tourism</strong> in <strong>Thai</strong>land | When to Visit <strong>Thai</strong>land
Bangkok Northern <strong>Thai</strong>land Northeastern <strong>Thai</strong>land Central <strong>Thai</strong>land Eastern <strong>Thai</strong>land Western <strong>Thai</strong>land Southern <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
<strong>Thai</strong>land Standard Hotels Directory 2011<br />
The History <strong>of</strong> <strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard<br />
Developing a system <strong>of</strong> hotel standards in <strong>Thai</strong>land began as a desire <strong>of</strong> the<br />
<strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Association (THA) and as a desire <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Tourism</strong> <strong>Authority</strong> <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>Thai</strong>land (TAT). In 1999, Mr. Chanin Donavanik <strong>of</strong> the THA and Mr. Pradech<br />
Phayakvichien <strong>of</strong> TAT initiated the project <strong>of</strong> developing a “World Class<br />
Standard” for <strong>Thai</strong>land’s tourism industry. The goal was to establish and<br />
meet these standards by the year 2012.<br />
THA thus began a pilot project to standardize<br />
a rating system for hotels in <strong>Thai</strong>land.<br />
Subsequently the THA asked for the assistance<br />
<strong>of</strong> ATTA (Association <strong>of</strong> <strong>Thai</strong> Travel Agents), and<br />
developing a <strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard became a<br />
joint project <strong>of</strong> THA, TAT and ATTA. The initial<br />
task force assigned to draft the <strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel<br />
Standard was established with personnel <strong>of</strong> the<br />
above-mentioned <strong>org</strong>anizations plus personnel<br />
from large and small hotels throughout the<br />
Kingdom, with the actual drafting <strong>of</strong> the<br />
“<strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard” being given to Mrs.<br />
Piyaman Kanathanavanich<br />
Two laws that impacted the work <strong>of</strong> this pilot<br />
project were passed in 2002. These were the<br />
Public Administration Acts 2002 (5th issue) and<br />
the Ministries and Departments Reform Act<br />
2002. One result <strong>of</strong> these laws was the <strong>of</strong>ficial<br />
establishment <strong>of</strong> the Ministry <strong>of</strong> <strong>Tourism</strong> and<br />
Sports. Two further impacts on the <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
Hotel <strong>Standards</strong> Project were the two following<br />
Royal Decrees: The Royal Decree <strong>of</strong> Official<br />
Transference <strong>of</strong> the Administration, <strong>Authority</strong><br />
and Function <strong>of</strong> Governmental Organizations<br />
in Accordance with “The Reform Acts <strong>of</strong><br />
Ministries and Departments” 2002 and The<br />
Royal Decree <strong>of</strong> Reform Acts concurring<br />
with the transference <strong>of</strong> <strong>of</strong>ficial authority <strong>of</strong><br />
all government <strong>org</strong>anizations. These laws and<br />
decrees resulted in Hotel <strong>Standards</strong> becoming<br />
the top priority <strong>of</strong> the Office <strong>of</strong> <strong>Tourism</strong><br />
Development. Prior to this, the Hotel Act<br />
<strong>of</strong> BE 2478 (1935) provided the legislative<br />
framework and regulatory provisions under<br />
which hotels in the Kingdom operated.<br />
The information-gathering phase <strong>of</strong> the<br />
project was carried out in 2002 and 2003.<br />
Sixty hotels were surveyed. Information<br />
was solicited concerning the standard <strong>of</strong><br />
construction and facilities, the standard <strong>of</strong><br />
maintenance and the standard <strong>of</strong> services. “The<br />
Foundation <strong>of</strong> Standard and Human Resources<br />
Development in Service and <strong>Tourism</strong> Industry”<br />
was established to oversee the administration<br />
and certification process. This is a non-pr<strong>of</strong>it<br />
<strong>org</strong>anization representing both the public<br />
and private sectors. The first major step in<br />
the <strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel <strong>Standards</strong> project was<br />
accomplished in March 2004 when 84 hotels<br />
throughout <strong>Thai</strong>land voluntarily participated<br />
in the Kingdom’s first ever hotel standard<br />
certification program. Each <strong>of</strong> these 84 hotels<br />
was given a star rating <strong>of</strong> one to five, with five<br />
being the highest available rating. There were<br />
116 participating hotels and resorts in the star<br />
rating program as <strong>of</strong> September 2005.<br />
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The work <strong>of</strong> the initial project is complete.<br />
Official standards have been established,<br />
including a point system for each area <strong>of</strong><br />
concern for each <strong>of</strong> the five ratings, but the<br />
work <strong>of</strong> the foundation continues as more<br />
hotels apply for certification and previously<br />
certified hotels are recertified or apply for an<br />
additional star. Currently there are 16 five-star<br />
hotels, 18 four-star hotels, and 14 three-star<br />
hotels in Bangkok. In Chiang Mai there is one<br />
five-star hotel, 5 four-star hotels, and 4 threestar<br />
hotels. There are five-star hotels in Chiang<br />
Rai, Phuket, Pattaya, Prachuab Khiri Khan, and<br />
Surat Thani, and four-star hotels in Ayutthaya,<br />
Chiang Rai, Pattaya, Krabi, Loei, Phetchaburi,<br />
Phuket, Surat Thani, Khon Kaen, Pattani and<br />
Songkhla.<br />
As more hotels choose to take advantage <strong>of</strong><br />
the Hotel Standard System, the hotels and their<br />
customers alike will benefit from the work<br />
<strong>of</strong> the foundation. The above-mentioned goal<br />
<strong>of</strong> achieving a Kingdom-wide system <strong>of</strong> hotel<br />
ratings by 2012 seems very achievable.
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World tourists are familiar with star rating systems for hotels, restaurants and<br />
frequented tourist sites. As tourism is a major sector <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Thai</strong> economy and as the<br />
hotel business is one <strong>of</strong> the most important sectors <strong>of</strong> the tourism industry, setting a<br />
consistent standard for hotels and resorts has long been a concern <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Thai</strong> tourism<br />
industry. The first step in this direction was taken in March 2004, when 84 hotels<br />
voluntarily participated in the country’s first ever hotel certification program.<br />
The <strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard is a nonpr<strong>of</strong>it<br />
foundation and a joint endeavor <strong>of</strong> private and<br />
public sectors. The <strong>org</strong>anization’s full, <strong>of</strong>ficial name is:<br />
The Foundation <strong>of</strong> Standard and Human Resource<br />
Development in Service and <strong>Tourism</strong> Industry. The<br />
Hotel Standard Certifying Committee is comprised<br />
<strong>of</strong> ten persons: the Director-General <strong>of</strong> the Office<br />
<strong>of</strong> <strong>Tourism</strong> Development, the Governor <strong>of</strong> <strong>Tourism</strong><br />
<strong>Authority</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Thai</strong>land, a representative (president<br />
or vice president) <strong>of</strong> ATTA (Association <strong>of</strong> <strong>Thai</strong><br />
Travel Agents), a representative <strong>of</strong> the associations<br />
<strong>of</strong> domestic tourism, one public university member<br />
and one private university member from Faculty <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>Tourism</strong> (hotel curriculum), the President <strong>of</strong> THA<br />
(<strong>Tourism</strong> <strong>Authority</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Thai</strong>land), the Secretary<br />
General <strong>of</strong> THA, the Chairman <strong>of</strong> Membership <strong>of</strong><br />
THA, and the Vice President <strong>of</strong> THA.<br />
Recognizing that <strong>Thai</strong>land’s competitive potential<br />
in international tourism could be enhanced by<br />
establishing a “precise, accurate and reliable”<br />
hotel standard, it was decided that adopting<br />
an internationally recognized practice <strong>of</strong> hotel<br />
standards and certification was an important<br />
step. European models provided the conceptual<br />
framework for the current <strong>Thai</strong> Hotel Standard and<br />
are based on the “star rating” concept that already is<br />
familiar to international travelers.<br />
The guidelines for creating the <strong>Thai</strong> Hotel Standard<br />
included several key policies: a clear and accurate<br />
classification standard, transparent and verifiable<br />
criteria, re-evaluation must result in a consistent<br />
standard, the standard is protection for both the<br />
hotel and its customers, and cer tification <strong>of</strong> standard<br />
is open to all hotels with or without membership<br />
in THA.<br />
As with any industry, competition makes for<br />
improvement. By establishing a rating system,<br />
hotels wishing to be given an additional star in<br />
their rating must compete and raise standards<br />
to achieve this goal. The result is better services<br />
for tourists and a clear understanding <strong>of</strong> the<br />
services and characteristics <strong>of</strong> competitor hotels.<br />
This healthy competition encourages not only a<br />
higher quality <strong>of</strong> service, but also a higher quality <strong>of</strong><br />
management.<br />
In order to receive a star rating <strong>of</strong> from one to five<br />
stars, with five being the highest standard, hotels<br />
are given points for three aspects – standard <strong>of</strong><br />
construction and facilities, standard <strong>of</strong> maintenance<br />
and standard <strong>of</strong> ser vices. Any hotel must achieve<br />
above the minimum<br />
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number <strong>of</strong> points in all three categories for any<br />
specific star rating. As more hotel owners and<br />
operators become aware <strong>of</strong> the benefits <strong>of</strong> a star<br />
rating by the <strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard, participation<br />
will increase, thus the overall standards will improve<br />
what is already an excellent service industry.<br />
To ensure that both local and international travelers<br />
are aware <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard program, a<br />
guide to the participating hotels has been produced<br />
and is being distributed worldwide. A hotel’s<br />
certification is displayed either at the entrance in the<br />
lobby in the form <strong>of</strong> a certificate or plaque. Certified<br />
hotels are being promoted by the TAT and the travel<br />
industry.<br />
Confidence in <strong>Thai</strong>land as a world-class tourist<br />
destination and endeavoring to make <strong>Thai</strong>land the<br />
“<strong>Tourism</strong> Capital <strong>of</strong> Asia” are worthy goals. To that<br />
end the <strong>Thai</strong> Hotel Standard is pursuing the goal <strong>of</strong><br />
complete certification throughout the industry by<br />
the end <strong>of</strong> 2012. Amazing <strong>Thai</strong>land has just become<br />
more amazing.
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Goals and Objectives<br />
The <strong>Thai</strong> Hotel Standard committee is<br />
entrusted with the task <strong>of</strong> developing a<br />
model for star rating certification <strong>of</strong> hotels in<br />
<strong>Thai</strong>land. While based on the internationally<br />
accepted European model <strong>of</strong> star ratings, the<br />
ultimate goal is to ensure <strong>Thai</strong>land’s place on<br />
the world stage <strong>of</strong> international tourism and<br />
at the forefront <strong>of</strong> Asian tourism. In an effort<br />
to raise overall hotel standards throughout<br />
the Kingdom, the <strong>Thai</strong> Hotel Standard has<br />
adopted several <strong>of</strong>ficial objectives and goals.<br />
The six major objectives <strong>of</strong> <strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard are:<br />
To establish a tangible and reliable hotel standard. Many<br />
tourists have said to themselves, “It’s a three-star hotel,<br />
how bad can it be?” only to discover that three-star can<br />
mean anything in certain places. <strong>Thai</strong>land wishes its tourists<br />
to have a clear understanding and no disappointments with<br />
the standard <strong>of</strong> hotel they are reserving.<br />
To promote superior service, efficient administration and<br />
efficient and effective utilization <strong>of</strong> natural resources. The<br />
world can no longer use resources without consideration<br />
for the sustainability <strong>of</strong> those resources or for the<br />
consequences to the environment. Luxury does not have<br />
to be denied, but eco-friendly tourism is also required.<br />
To develop a set <strong>of</strong> standards that accurately reflects the<br />
physical characteristics <strong>of</strong> a property and <strong>of</strong>fers a clear<br />
indicator if its “marketing value”. Tourists and hoteliers alike<br />
have the right to know they are being fairly treated and<br />
that marketing is accurate and beneficial.<br />
To encourage fair practice and equally protect consumers<br />
as well as hotels. This is a further safeguard throughout the<br />
tourism industry.<br />
To raise awareness <strong>of</strong> the ongoing development <strong>of</strong> the<br />
<strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard. Travel agents worldwide need to<br />
be aware that there is a reliable and accurate star rating<br />
system in place.<br />
To build a firm foundation and promote the sustainable<br />
growth <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Thai</strong> hotel industry. Improving this sector <strong>of</strong><br />
the tourism industry is vital to economic growth.<br />
The <strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard also has five major goals.<br />
1.) Align local standards to international standards to raise<br />
hotel standards in <strong>Thai</strong>land overall.<br />
2.) Promote competition within the <strong>Thai</strong> hotel industry<br />
while creating a higher standard <strong>of</strong> service and<br />
management.<br />
3.) Encourage hotel participation in the program<br />
throughout <strong>Thai</strong>land.<br />
4.) Inspire international acceptance and confidence in<br />
<strong>Thai</strong>land’s hotels.<br />
5.) Raise awareness both nationally and internationally <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>Thai</strong>land’s certification <strong>of</strong> hotels, star ratings.<br />
Building standards throughout the tourism industry, builds<br />
<strong>Thai</strong>land. Hotels are the “stars” <strong>of</strong> the industry.<br />
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Hotel Ratings’ Benefits to the Industry<br />
Whenever any new system is implemented, questions arise as to why it is necessary<br />
and what are the benefits. This is a normal part <strong>of</strong> human nature and a necessary one.<br />
Questions require answers that require thoughtful consideration. The <strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel<br />
Standard, being recently introduced, may cause hoteliers, the hospitality industry in<br />
general and tourists to ask, “Why is this important to me?” There are several benefits<br />
to this star rating system, for the certified hotels, for the hotel / hospitality industry in<br />
general and for the tourist.<br />
Hoteliers can benefit tremendously from the<br />
<strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard. Independent hotels,<br />
in particular, but large name brand luxury<br />
hotels also benefit from a standard definition<br />
<strong>of</strong> “quality service”. The hotel industry is highly<br />
competitive. The star system is a clear indication<br />
<strong>of</strong> the services a hotel <strong>of</strong>fers and what services<br />
are required for an additional star rating. It also<br />
is <strong>of</strong> comparison value with other hotels. By<br />
striving for excellence and a higher standard<br />
<strong>of</strong> certification, the value <strong>of</strong> products and<br />
services can only increase. This is a win-win<br />
situation for all. Efficiency in management and<br />
administration not only increases the quality<br />
<strong>of</strong> the product, but also reduces investment,<br />
leading to more efficiency. Because the hotel<br />
standard system is designed to be fair and<br />
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transparent, hoteliers can better understand<br />
the current market, develop the physical<br />
characteristics <strong>of</strong> the property and meet<br />
customers’ needs. Possibly <strong>of</strong> greatest value to<br />
certified hoteliers is the opportunity for public<br />
relations and advertisement through <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
Hotel Standard.<br />
For the hotel industry in general there are<br />
additional benefits. Information based partially<br />
on staff efficiently aids in developing internal<br />
and external education programs for hotel<br />
personnel. By stressing efficient use <strong>of</strong> human<br />
and natural resources, the goal <strong>of</strong> sustainable<br />
growth can be met. Hotels do not want<br />
disgruntled customers and customers do not<br />
want substandard accommodations. The star<br />
rating system ensures both the hotel and the<br />
guests know what is being <strong>of</strong>fered and what<br />
is being paid for. <strong>Thai</strong>land’s reputation as an<br />
international travel destination partially depends<br />
on developing a standard <strong>of</strong> hygiene, safety and<br />
service. Standardization eliminates the variables,<br />
making tourism more viable. This also applies<br />
to having standards to which a tourist can refer<br />
and that are accepted as true and accurate.<br />
Most importantly, because <strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel<br />
Standard disseminates information worldwide,<br />
the entire industry benefits from positive<br />
publicity due to higher, consistent standards.<br />
Tourists benefit anytime standards are set and<br />
met. Tourists will continue to choose <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
as a destination when their expectations are<br />
guaranteed.
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Hotel Ratings’ Benefits to Consumer<br />
When booking a hotel, most tourists, business travelers and holidaymakers have a certain standard that they require<br />
and can afford. Knowing whether one is actually going to receive the required standard at a previously unvisited hotel<br />
can be tricky. Star ratings, a relatively new <strong>of</strong>ficially applied policy <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation, aim to<br />
ensure that customers benefit from a consistent definition <strong>of</strong> standards.<br />
What are the benefits to the customer? Because<br />
the <strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard Foundation will be<br />
the only <strong>org</strong>anization bestowing ratings, in <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
the standard for every three-star hotel will be<br />
the same. Unlike Europe or the United States <strong>of</strong><br />
America, where regional <strong>org</strong>anizations rather than<br />
national <strong>org</strong>anizations sometimes make a rating<br />
determination, <strong>Thai</strong>land will <strong>of</strong>fer a consistent<br />
standard. The greatest benefit to the customer is<br />
knowing exactly what is being paid for and being<br />
able to choose the type <strong>of</strong> accommodation that<br />
best suits.<br />
What can one expect from each level?<br />
A one-star hotel is strictly economy. This does not<br />
mean substandard, ill kept or dirty. It simply means<br />
the basics – a clean comfortable bed with a shower<br />
and toilet – are all that are provided. Breakfast is not<br />
included; there is no weight room or even an on site<br />
eatery. A reasonable restaurant is generally within<br />
walking distance. Usually the hotel will be managed<br />
and operated by the owner, so service could be<br />
more personalized.<br />
A two-star rating obviously will provide a higher<br />
standard, but still limited amenities. Often part <strong>of</strong><br />
a chain <strong>of</strong> hotels, the rooms will be small or midsized<br />
and will provide a television and telephone. A<br />
serviceable restaurant will be located on sight, but<br />
most likely will not <strong>of</strong>fer 24/7 service.<br />
Three-star hotels are moderately priced, comfortable<br />
and adequate. They will not <strong>of</strong>fer the luxury <strong>of</strong> a four<br />
or five-star hotel, but this is the range that those<br />
looking for room service, in room movies, a fitness<br />
center, a swimming or internet connections should<br />
explore. These hotels will be located in business and<br />
shopping areas <strong>of</strong> a city and will have a restaurant<br />
serving all three meals.<br />
If luxury is important, four-star hotels will provide<br />
top-notch service. Not personalized, like the ownermanaged<br />
hotels, nevertheless, all needs should be<br />
met with above average service. Usually located<br />
in dining, shopping and entertainment areas, these<br />
hotels are more formal and usually much larger with<br />
similar level hotels nearby. Rooms will be attractively<br />
furnished and one can expect valet service, room<br />
service, a choice <strong>of</strong> restaurants, fitness center,<br />
swimming pool and in room amenities and toiletries.<br />
If only the best <strong>of</strong> the best will suit, a true<br />
five-star luxury hotel awaits. These are generally the<br />
highest end chains or boutique hotels that come<br />
with a premium payment. Style, elegance and a high<br />
degree <strong>of</strong> personal service characterize these hotels.<br />
A choice <strong>of</strong> gourmet<br />
dining venues, a VCR, CD stereo, 24/7 room service,<br />
along with all the features <strong>of</strong> a four-star hotel will<br />
be on <strong>of</strong>fer.<br />
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For the tourist who probably has looked at<br />
websites and travel guides that assign their own<br />
ratings to hotels, being able to check those<br />
ratings against a definitive standard in <strong>Thai</strong>land’s<br />
hotels is a tremendous benefit. No longer is<br />
the tourist at the mercy <strong>of</strong> guessing what it means<br />
when a website says three stars while a travel guide<br />
says two stars for the same establishment. The<br />
<strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel <strong>Standards</strong> Foundation is endeavoring<br />
to <strong>of</strong>fer each and every customer the assurance <strong>of</strong><br />
knowing exactly what a three-star hotel will <strong>of</strong>fer. It<br />
further assures that the standard will be maintained<br />
for the customer’s next visit due to its recertification<br />
policy.
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<strong>Thai</strong>land Standard Levels<br />
Everyone knows that a five-star hotel has a higher level <strong>of</strong> service and<br />
accommodations than a three-star hotel. But what exactly does that mean?<br />
In <strong>Thai</strong>land, the <strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard has adopted the internationally<br />
recognized 1 through five star system for hotels and resorts. They are in<br />
ascending order <strong>of</strong> excellence from one at the lowest and five at the highest.<br />
The star system defines the qualities and<br />
characteristics <strong>of</strong> the hotel. The three broad<br />
areas that are defined by the star system are: the<br />
standard <strong>of</strong> construction and facilities, the standard<br />
<strong>of</strong> maintenance, and the standard <strong>of</strong> services.<br />
Further considerations include the location and<br />
surroundings, as every restaurateur and hotelier<br />
will acclaim the three keys to success are location,<br />
location, and location. The physical structure and<br />
security system are important. Guests must both be<br />
comfortable and feel they and their possessions are<br />
secure. Handicapped friendly access is increasingly<br />
important in the global society. Hotels have guests<br />
that rent rooms and guests that use other facilities<br />
and services such as restaurants, bars and business<br />
centers. The variety, esthetics and quality <strong>of</strong> all <strong>of</strong><br />
these services are factors in determining a star rating.<br />
One <strong>of</strong> the first questions many potential hotel<br />
guests ask concerning a hotel is, “How clean is it?”<br />
<strong>Standards</strong> <strong>of</strong> hygiene along with helpfulness and<br />
friendliness <strong>of</strong> staff greatly enhance the standard <strong>of</strong><br />
a hotel. It is not enough to build good facilities; the<br />
facilities must be maintained. An ongoing system<br />
designed to maintain standards is essential.<br />
Generally speaking, a one-star hotel is for the<br />
budget traveler. It is expected to be clean,<br />
basic accommodation, with no frills. Two-star<br />
establishments are best described as limited<br />
service hotels. Accommodations are basic and<br />
clean while some business services may be<br />
<strong>of</strong>fered. The rooms usually include private<br />
bath, telephone and TV. Three-star hotels<br />
tend to emphasize style, comfort and service.<br />
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The tourist may expect to find on-site dining,<br />
a swimming pool, conference rooms and<br />
business services. Some will have fitness centers<br />
and gift shops. If paying for four-star accommodation,<br />
the tourist can expect a fine-dining restaurant,<br />
bar/lounge, up-to-date technology services,<br />
full amenities and detail to style and comfort.<br />
Obviously, five-star hotels <strong>of</strong>fer the finest<br />
luxury appointments. Superlative service and<br />
style are a must. Architecture and design are<br />
<strong>of</strong> the greatest importance as is the finest in<br />
furnishings and abundance <strong>of</strong> space. Expect tennis<br />
courts, pools, fine-dining options and more.<br />
Tourists should keep in mind that one-star does not<br />
mean inadequate. It means basic. Five-star definitely<br />
means luxury.
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Major Factors Determining<br />
Hotel <strong>Standards</strong><br />
Beauty is in the eye <strong>of</strong> the beholder and one person’s esthetic perfection might be<br />
another person’s esthetic nightmare. So how and what is considered when determining a<br />
hotel’s star rating? What questions are asked and who does the asking? There are major<br />
factors to consider for each hotel and resort.<br />
Onsite inspections are conducted by both a<br />
central and regional unit from the <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
Hotel Standard. Each inspection is conducted<br />
by no less than 4 persons representing a<br />
minimum <strong>of</strong> three <strong>org</strong>anizations. The criteria for<br />
standards have been approved by the <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
Hotel Standard Task Force.<br />
The inspecting units will first consider then<br />
general physical aspects <strong>of</strong> the property. Is this<br />
a site that is easy to find and requires a minimum<br />
<strong>of</strong> travel time from a point <strong>of</strong> entry, i.e. airport, train<br />
station, etc.? Are the surroundings conducive to a<br />
pleasant stay? Factors such as noise and air pollution<br />
must be considered as does standing/ stagnant<br />
water, grounds and access to public transport.<br />
Construction <strong>of</strong> the physical structure must be<br />
taken into account. Can unauthorized individuals<br />
gain access to rooms without passing through<br />
a public space? Are elevators secure? Are there<br />
adequate safety facilities such as fire alarms, fire<br />
exits, sprinkler systems and guards? Facilities and<br />
service are what hotels and resorts are all about.<br />
Will a dining experience be comfortable and<br />
esthetically pleasing as well as <strong>of</strong>fering great food?<br />
Are accommodations made for special diets? Do<br />
the rooms feature amenities and pleasant/ stylish<br />
décor or are they merely functional? What other<br />
services are provided? Valet parking? Fitness center?<br />
Concierge service? Swimming pool? Are the child<br />
facilities friendly? Are there baby-sitting services?<br />
What technology services are supplied? Wi-fi? Free<br />
Internet? Is there a choice <strong>of</strong> dining venues? Is there<br />
a bar/ lounge?<br />
Often the first impression a tourist has <strong>of</strong> a hotel<br />
or resort is the doorman. Is the staff courteous,<br />
helpful and friendly? Does the staff speak a variety <strong>of</strong><br />
languages to accommodate international travelers?<br />
Are tourists to <strong>Thai</strong>land truly experiencing “The<br />
Land <strong>of</strong> Smiles”? Cleanliness and hygiene cannot be<br />
over emphasized.<br />
It is not enough to achieve a star rating, it must<br />
also be maintained. Continued staff training and<br />
evaluation along with efficiency in management and<br />
resources are a priority. One <strong>of</strong> the major goals <strong>of</strong><br />
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<strong>Tourism</strong> in <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
<strong>Tourism</strong> is a major part <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Thai</strong> economy with 13.5 million visitors in<br />
2009 and with tourism accounting for 6.5% <strong>of</strong> the nation’s gross domestic<br />
product. It is <strong>Thai</strong>land’s single largest foreign-exchange earner. According to<br />
the “World <strong>Tourism</strong> Rankings”, <strong>Thai</strong>land was the 18th most visited country in<br />
2007. In the 2008, according to Euromonitor International’s list <strong>of</strong> “Top City<br />
Destinations”, Bangkok ranked third behind London and New York.<br />
In 2010 foreign tourist arrivals increased almost<br />
14% from January to June. Almost 49% <strong>of</strong> all visitors<br />
came from East Asia, the three main groups being<br />
Malaysian, Japanese and Chinese. European visitors<br />
were second, with majority visitors from the UK,<br />
Germany and Russia. Seventy percent <strong>of</strong> visitors<br />
from the America’s are United Stated citizens.<br />
Indians are the largest group <strong>of</strong> tourists from South<br />
Asia, while the fastest growing sector <strong>of</strong> tourists is<br />
from the Middle East.<br />
The popularity <strong>of</strong> <strong>Thai</strong>land as a tourist destination<br />
is most <strong>of</strong>ten attributed to its diversity. In terms <strong>of</strong><br />
landscape, <strong>Thai</strong>land <strong>of</strong>fers mountains, valleys, plains,<br />
jungle, cities and beaches. Because <strong>Thai</strong>land has<br />
never been colonized it <strong>of</strong>fers the tourist a unique<br />
opportunity to experience a mostly unchanged<br />
Asian culture that is rich in diversity. While mostly<br />
Buddhist, other influences include the Chinese and<br />
the Islamic southern regions. Architecture, temples,<br />
food and nightlife all reflect this diversity.<br />
Due to its ever increasing standards, the<br />
hospitality industry in <strong>Thai</strong>land <strong>of</strong>fers the perfect<br />
accommodations and services for every type <strong>of</strong><br />
traveler, from the budget backpacker, to the business<br />
class travel through to the very top end luxury<br />
traveler. Its nightlife is legendary, as is its food.<br />
By far the biggest tourist attraction in <strong>Thai</strong>land is its<br />
people. <strong>Thai</strong>land is rightfully known as the “Land <strong>of</strong><br />
Smiles”. The <strong>Thai</strong> people make the <strong>Thai</strong> experience<br />
special. Westerners <strong>of</strong>ten learn a new definition <strong>of</strong><br />
tranquility.<br />
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<strong>Thai</strong>land is a preferred destination on its own. It<br />
is also the starting point and returning point for<br />
many tourists doing a wider tour <strong>of</strong> South East Asia.<br />
<strong>Thai</strong>land is perfectly situated for travel to Malaysia,<br />
Vietnam, Myanmar, Singapore, Cambodia and Laos.<br />
Many new initiatives are endeavoring to ensure<br />
that the tourism industry <strong>of</strong> <strong>Thai</strong>land experiences<br />
increasing yet sustainable growth. To this end Green<br />
Leaf is certifying hotels and other tourist institutions<br />
as ecologically friendly. The <strong>Thai</strong>land Hotel Standard<br />
is certifying quality <strong>of</strong> hotels using the European star<br />
rating model.<br />
<strong>Thai</strong>land is “Amazing”. It deserves its well earned<br />
reputation as a preferred tourist destination.
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When to Visit <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
Like any popular tourist destination, <strong>Thai</strong>land has a “high season” and a “low<br />
season”. In reality there is no best time to visit <strong>Thai</strong>land. Even the rainy season<br />
is no real deterrent, as unlike sub-Saharan Africa, the rain is not constant. It<br />
comes and goes and even cools things down, making the heat much more<br />
tolerable. The rainy season is roughly July through October.<br />
A traveler to <strong>Thai</strong>land should consider what one wishes<br />
to travel to and what one wishes to travel away from.<br />
Avoiding extreme winter weather in North America<br />
and Europe accounts a great deal for <strong>Thai</strong>land’s “high<br />
season”, roughly November through March. For the<br />
budget traveler this may not be the best time as, <strong>of</strong><br />
course, prices are higher and tourist attractions are<br />
more crowded.<br />
No matter what time <strong>of</strong> year one comes to <strong>Thai</strong>land,<br />
conditions are perfect somewhere in the Kingdom.<br />
If one’s destination is Central <strong>Thai</strong>land and the East,<br />
November to mid February is best. If the destination is<br />
the beaches on the east coast – Pattaya, Rayong, or Koh<br />
Chang - the best time is December to May.<br />
If headed to the old Lanna Kingdom <strong>of</strong> Northern<br />
<strong>Thai</strong>land and to the Northeast, it should be noted that<br />
winter temperatures sometimes reach zero degrees<br />
centigrade in the mountains. It, however, is still the<br />
best time to visit (November through February). For<br />
those interested in experiencing the <strong>Thai</strong> New Year<br />
or Songkran in all its modern raucous glory and in its<br />
traditional glory, Northern <strong>Thai</strong>land in April is a must.<br />
Just keep in mind that it is a water festival and you will<br />
be drenched.<br />
While the other regions <strong>of</strong> <strong>Thai</strong>land experience<br />
three seasons – summer, rainy and winter – Southern<br />
<strong>Thai</strong>land really only has two seasons – summer<br />
season and rainy season. If the islands <strong>of</strong> the Andaman<br />
Sea are the preferred destinations mid November<br />
through April are best. East <strong>of</strong> the <strong>Thai</strong> peninsula, the<br />
destinations <strong>of</strong> Koh Samui and Hat Yai are best visited<br />
from December to June.<br />
Bargain hunters should consider visiting <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
from June through September. There are some great<br />
discount deals for the budget traveler and the crowds<br />
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<strong>of</strong> the winter months are avoided. No matter<br />
when one visits <strong>Thai</strong>land, it is a good time. The<br />
average temperature range throughout the<br />
Kingdom varies from 15 degrees to 37 degrees<br />
centigrade. While there is a rainy season, it can<br />
rain any time <strong>of</strong> year and never rains constantly.<br />
Why choose <strong>Thai</strong>land as a holiday destination?<br />
The Kingdom has just about anything any<br />
tourist could wish for. The food is fantastic and<br />
varied. It is possible to experience another<br />
culture and even several different cultures while<br />
still having the comforts <strong>of</strong> home. Swimming,<br />
beaches, water sports, island shopping are<br />
all year round attractions. Museums, temples,<br />
historical buildings and unique architecture<br />
abound. Orchids, butterflies, and a further wide<br />
range <strong>of</strong> flora and fauna can be experienced<br />
by nature lovers. There are hills and mountains<br />
in the north, tropical jungle, mangroves and<br />
pristine white sand beaches. Not only can the<br />
tourist experience <strong>Thai</strong>land today, but also the<br />
ancient sights <strong>of</strong> Ayutthaya, Sukhothai and Si<br />
Satchanalai beckon.<br />
Two further reasons to visit <strong>Thai</strong>land include<br />
golf and nightlife. <strong>Thai</strong>land is referred to<br />
as the “golf paradise <strong>of</strong> Asia”. There are<br />
several championship courses throughout the<br />
Kingdom. Two favorite golf destinations are<br />
Phuket and Hua Hin. Phuket has been host to<br />
the Johnny Walker Classic while Hua Hin just<br />
hosted the Europe versus Asia competition.<br />
<strong>Thai</strong>land is renowned for the variety and<br />
abundance <strong>of</strong> its nightlife.<br />
<strong>Thai</strong>land is a perfect destination year round.
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<strong>Thai</strong>land <strong>Tourism</strong> Award<br />
The <strong>Thai</strong>land <strong>Tourism</strong> Awards aims to promote and<br />
sustain international standards in the <strong>Thai</strong> tourism<br />
industry and helps ensure <strong>Thai</strong>land’s popularity as<br />
well as increase credibility among both domestic<br />
and international tourists.<br />
The awards are divided into five categories:<br />
tourist attraction, tourist accommodation, tourism<br />
development and promotion <strong>org</strong>anizations, tour<br />
programs, and health tourism.<br />
Green Leaf Certification<br />
Green Leaf hotels are recognised for their<br />
commitment to environmental conservation through<br />
the implementation <strong>of</strong> a stringent in-house programme<br />
that fosters environmentally-friendly practices, such<br />
as the efficient use <strong>of</strong> energy and water, water<br />
management, recycling, proper waste management,<br />
and policies that favour the purchase <strong>of</strong> products and<br />
services from equally committed environmentallyfriendly<br />
companies.
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It is if all the smells, tastes and sounds<br />
<strong>of</strong> <strong>Thai</strong>land converge in Bangkok,<br />
the country’s Capital, and one <strong>of</strong><br />
the most cosmopolitan cities in the<br />
world. Whether you are browsing<br />
at Chatuchak (the world’s largest<br />
outdoor market), visiting some<br />
<strong>of</strong> Bangkok’s famous temples, or<br />
partaking in the nightlife at Patpong,<br />
Soi Cowboy and Nana Plaza you will<br />
never be bored in Bangkok.<br />
Bangkok<br />
The city’s expressways, subway and Skytrain systems<br />
make it easy to get around and Bangkok’s wide selection<br />
<strong>of</strong> fine restaurants make it a food lover’s delight.<br />
Bangkok’s proper name is, “Krungthep mahanakhon<br />
amonratanakosin mahintra ayuthaya mahadilok<br />
popnopparat ratchathani burirom udomratchithaniwet<br />
mahasathan amonpiman avansathit sakkathattiya<br />
witsanukamprasit”. It’s a mouthful, but ask a <strong>Thai</strong> student<br />
to recite it for you and they will, they must learn it in<br />
school.<br />
Film buffs can delight in the number <strong>of</strong> world-class<br />
theatres Bangkok has – there’s a cineplex in every<br />
major mall. The movies turn over quick quickly and few<br />
cities stage more film festivals than Bangkok does. The<br />
city regularly hosts a number <strong>of</strong> plays, operas, musicals<br />
and ballet performances and if you are a historical buff<br />
the National Museum, the Vimanmek Teak Museum,<br />
the Royal Barges Museum and the Grand Palace will<br />
keep you busy.<br />
Jim Thompson’s House is also usually a must visit for<br />
anyone travelling to Bangkok. The man who brought<br />
<strong>Thai</strong> silk to the world disappeared without a trace<br />
in the Cameron Highlands in Malaysia back in 1967.<br />
And if you are into snakes, then you should visit the<br />
Snake Farm at the Queen Saovabha Memorial Institute,<br />
where you can watch daily milkings and feedings <strong>of</strong><br />
the reptiles.<br />
Bangkok is truly a shopper’s cornucopia: starting at<br />
the Emporium on Sukhumvit Road, then moving<br />
west you’ll find Central Chitlom, Gaysorn and Amarin<br />
Plazas, Central World Plaza, Siam Paragon (featuring an<br />
IMAX theatre and Siam Ocean World), and the Siam<br />
Discovery Centre - all within short Skytrain distance<br />
<strong>of</strong> one another. You’ll be hard pressed to find a better<br />
selection <strong>of</strong> high-class shopping malls in any other city<br />
in Southeast Asia.<br />
Only In Bangkok<br />
Bangkok has three spectacular ro<strong>of</strong>top restaurants:<br />
Vertigo, the stunning open-air al fresco bar, 61 floors<br />
up in the Banyan Tree Hotel on Sathorn Road is a great<br />
place to dine, but be careful when the wind kicks up.<br />
Sirocco, 65 floors up, at the top <strong>of</strong> the State Tower at<br />
the bottom <strong>of</strong> Silom Road is another spectacular openair<br />
spot to take a loved one for a romantic evening. And<br />
Red Sky, sitting 56 floors up on the Centara Grand, has<br />
succulent cuisine and its open-air happy hour is a great<br />
way to see the city.<br />
Local Knowledge:<br />
Public Transport – There is a BTS Skytrain and MRT<br />
Underground rail systems that provide easy accessibility<br />
to shopping, entertainment and business areas. There<br />
are express boats and river taxis that can be used to<br />
see cultural and riverside attractions. Taxis, buses, BRT<br />
(Bus Rapid Transit), tuk tuks, and motorcycle taxis are<br />
other alternatives. The new Suvarnabhumi Airport Rail<br />
Link connects the airport to central Bangkok.<br />
Area Code – 02 is the local area code used to dial to<br />
Bangkok<br />
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Seasons – Bangkok can be visited anytime,<br />
although it can be hot throughout the year.<br />
The coolest and driest months to visit are<br />
November to February. April is hot and dry<br />
with the rains beginning in May and continuing<br />
until October.<br />
Getting There<br />
Almost all major airlines fly into Suvanabhumi,<br />
Bangkok’s international airport. Don Muang, the<br />
old international airport, situated across town<br />
still services some domestic flights. And a rapid<br />
transit link has just opened up making getting<br />
back and forth from Suvanabhumi into the city<br />
that much easier.<br />
<strong>Thai</strong>land’s train system, originating out <strong>of</strong> the<br />
Bangkok terminus, Hualampong, covers almost<br />
<strong>of</strong> the whole country except for the area<br />
around Phuket, Phang Nga, Krabi and Ranong,<br />
where no track was ever laid.<br />
Bangkok has three major train stations: Ekamai<br />
(covering Pattaya, the Eastern Seaboard, and<br />
some spots in the east) Sai Dai (covering al<br />
points west & south) and Mochit (covering all<br />
points north & northeast).
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Dusit Thani Bangkok<br />
Dusit Thani Bangkok, the 40-year old “social and business”landmark<br />
continually delivers distinctive <strong>Thai</strong> graciousness and hospitality in the country.<br />
Dusit Thani Bangkok, which means “a town in heaven”, is ideally located in<br />
the heart <strong>of</strong> Bangkok and is within easy proximity to major business, shopping<br />
and entertainment centers.<br />
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There are 517 rooms and executive suites at the Dusit<br />
Thani Bangkok. The guestrooms are stylishly-appointed<br />
with well-designed facilities and a distinctive <strong>Thai</strong> touch<br />
using traditional materials such as silk and teakwood.<br />
Modern in-room conveniences are air conditioning,<br />
alarm clock, cable TV with free in-house movies/ world<br />
news, direct dial telephone with voice mail, high speed<br />
and mobile internet, hair dryer, private safe, tea/ c<strong>of</strong>fee<br />
making facility, and more.<br />
Appropriately suited for the modern business travelers,<br />
The Dusit Club Deluxe and Dusit Grand Rooms<br />
include the facilities: Dusit Club Lounge with a Business<br />
Center and a Boardroom.<br />
Taste Test<br />
To provide convenience to their guests, Dusit Thani<br />
provides a wide array <strong>of</strong> dining choices within the<br />
hotel. D’Sens <strong>of</strong>fer French delights while il cielo serves<br />
Italian dishes. For traditional Vietnamese fare, head to<br />
Thien Duong or The Mayflower for classic Cantonese.<br />
The pride <strong>of</strong> Dusit Thani Bangkok, Benjarong <strong>Thai</strong><br />
restaurant provides authentic and innovative <strong>Thai</strong><br />
cuisine.<br />
For live entertainment or chill out bars over a drink<br />
or a canapé, check out MyBar, Lobby Lounge and the<br />
Champagne Bar or the ro<strong>of</strong>top D’Sens Bar.<br />
Service Deluxe<br />
Dusit Thani Bangkok also caters to meetings,<br />
conventions, banquets and events. Other facilities and<br />
services it provides are butler service, room service,<br />
barber shop and beauty salon, babysitting service,<br />
concierge, currency exchange, daily newspapers and<br />
magazines, Dusit Club, gift shop, in-house shopping<br />
arcade, laundry and valet service, limousine and<br />
transportation services, and a private <strong>of</strong>fice for rent.<br />
To keep guests entertained, there is an outdoor<br />
swimming pool with sun deck, outdoor golf<br />
driving range, DFiT fitness studio and Devarana<br />
Spa. Dusit Thani Bangkok also provides roundtrip<br />
daily transportation services with Dusit Sprinter<br />
from Dusit Thani Bangkok to Dusit Thani Hua Hin<br />
or Dusit Thani Pattaya.<br />
Local Delights<br />
Dusit Thani Bangkok is located in a prime location;<br />
it is within close proximity to the Suan Lum Park,<br />
shopping malls and bazaars, and in the business districts<br />
<strong>of</strong> Silom and Sathorn.<br />
Easy Access<br />
Located in the heart <strong>of</strong> Bangkok, Dusit Thani is adjacent<br />
to both the BTS Skytrain Sala Daeng Station and MRT<br />
Underground Silom Station.<br />
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• Dusit Thani Bangkok is perfectly located<br />
in major shopping, business, and<br />
entertainment areas and is adjacent to<br />
both the sky train and subway stations.<br />
We <strong>of</strong>fer flexible meeting configurations,<br />
which includes the Napalai Ballroom<br />
with a capacity up to 1,500 persons and<br />
12 additional meeting rooms as well as<br />
business suites that can be deployed<br />
for additional meeting or ‘break out’<br />
space. Its reputation for staging theme<br />
party events has made it a favourite<br />
in Bangkok.<br />
• Complementing the excellent<br />
accommodation is an unrivalled choice<br />
<strong>of</strong> eight signature dining experiences,<br />
whilst the Devarana Spa and DFiT<br />
<strong>of</strong>fer state-<strong>of</strong>-perfection facilities ready<br />
to help you wind down or wind up.<br />
Dusit Thani Bangkok<br />
946 Rama IV Road, Bangkok 10500<br />
Tel: +66 2 200 9000<br />
Fax: +66 2 234 6400<br />
E-mail: booking@dusit.com<br />
Website: www.dusit.com
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InterContinental Bangkok<br />
Luxury Accommodation Finds<br />
A New Expression In Bangkok<br />
Where You Need To Be<br />
InterContinental Bangkok puts you where you need<br />
to be–right in the center <strong>of</strong> Bangkok’s top location<br />
for business and leisure. A directly adjacent skytrain<br />
station provides fast travel throughout Bangkok<br />
and easy connection to the airport. Close by stand<br />
headquarters <strong>of</strong> many international corporations<br />
in addition to numerous embassies, while likewise<br />
within quick reach are the city’s renowned medical<br />
facilities. Major shopping destinations abound at mere<br />
walking distance. The hotel’s technologically advanced<br />
accommodation is complemented by highly versatile<br />
event space including a ballroom and exhibition area.<br />
Moreover, amenities such as SPA InterContinental<br />
perched high above Bangkok will further confirm<br />
you’re not just where you need to be, but where you<br />
want to be as well.<br />
We Bring The City To Life<br />
InterContinental Bangkok <strong>of</strong>fers 381 luxury guest rooms<br />
along with more than 20 meeting and event venues.<br />
The look and feel emerges throughout the hotel, in<br />
every refurbished guest room and suite, in the dine<br />
and drink venues and on high to Spa InterContinental<br />
and Infinity Fitness with their panoramic views <strong>of</strong><br />
Bangkok. The Club InterContinental Lounge on the<br />
37 th floor <strong>of</strong>fers the same far-reaching views <strong>of</strong> the city<br />
skyline. Renewal reaches all the way to the ro<strong>of</strong>top<br />
free-form swimming pool. Back down at Lobby level,<br />
clean lines and subtle textures abound throughout the<br />
elegant Lobby to create an ambience <strong>of</strong> understated<br />
luxury. the adjoining Concierge Lounge is certainly<br />
where innovative new concepts come to the fore.<br />
Within a glass-enclosed setting with views onto one<br />
<strong>of</strong> Bangkok’s liveliest districts, guests benefit from a<br />
consultative approach wherein knowledgeable team<br />
members provide expertise and share valuable insights.<br />
InterContinental Dining Experience<br />
InterContinental Bangkok is now positioned as a<br />
leading food and wine hotel in Bangkok and the “place<br />
to be”. A team <strong>of</strong> culinary experts hails from around<br />
the globe to create true InterContinental Dining<br />
Experiences at all <strong>of</strong> the hotel’s restaurants and bars.<br />
New to the hotel is Grossi Trattoria and Wine Bar–a<br />
partnership with Guy Grossi, Australian restaurateur,<br />
author and celebrity chef–which brings Italo-Australian<br />
cucina to the city. Along with existing venues such<br />
as Bangkok’s most renowned steak house- Fireplace<br />
Grill where superb fare and fine wines have been<br />
specialities for more than 40 years and Summer<br />
Palace for elegant Cantonese and seafood dining.<br />
InterContinental Bangkok features Espresso restaurant<br />
for international buffets and an innovative Sunday<br />
Brunch concept as well as The Deli, a neighbourhood<br />
favourite for gourmet light meals, snacks and drinks. A<br />
new element to the revamped Balcony Lounge is our<br />
Humidor, Bangkok’s first real cigar bar.<br />
Meeting And Convention Centre<br />
The hotel’s adept application <strong>of</strong> its through market<br />
knowledge. InterContinental Bangkok has long<br />
specialised in regional and overseas MICE, group<br />
bookings and FITs, and will continue to do so. Flexible<br />
conference and event space is fully integrated on a<br />
single floor, making the hotel a premier venue for<br />
multi-purpose and themed events.<br />
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The year 2010 saw InterContinental<br />
Bangkok realize significant accomplishments<br />
and garner much acclaim.<br />
Indeed, respected industry observers<br />
confirmed as much throughout the year.<br />
For example, InterContinental Bangkok<br />
was named “<strong>Thai</strong>land’s Leading Hotel<br />
2010” by the World Travel Awards,<br />
considered the Oscars <strong>of</strong> the industry.<br />
InterContinental Bangkok likewise took<br />
a second-place award as “Best Individual<br />
Hotel in Asia 2010” by Global Traveler<br />
magazine, the hotel remaining the only<br />
<strong>Thai</strong>land hotel ever to make the list <strong>of</strong> ten.<br />
An especially noteworthy accomplishment<br />
came with the hotel’s attaining Hazard<br />
Analysis and Critical Control Point (HACCP)<br />
certification. HACCP certification ensures<br />
effective food management systems<br />
and the safety <strong>of</strong> all foodstuffs. Hotels<br />
meeting all assessment requirements must<br />
demonstrate food handling and hygiene<br />
practices to the very highest standards.<br />
InterContinental Bangkok<br />
973 Ploenchit Road Bangkok, 10330 <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
Tel: +66 2 656 0444<br />
Fax: +66 2 656 0555<br />
E-mail: intercon@ihgbangkok.com<br />
Website: www.intercontinental.com/<br />
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Ramada Plaza Menam Riverside Bangkok<br />
Set right on the river’s edge in the heart <strong>of</strong> Bangkok, Ramada Plaza Menam<br />
Riverside Bangkok <strong>of</strong>fers everything you need to make your visit to the “City<br />
<strong>of</strong> Angels” one to remember.<br />
Forty Winks<br />
All 525 guestrooms are tastefully decorated and <strong>of</strong>fer<br />
all the modern facilities you would expect from an<br />
international 5-star hotel. The hotel <strong>of</strong>fers dedicated<br />
smoking and nonsmoking floors as well as rooms that<br />
are easily accessible for the disabled and elderly.<br />
Most <strong>of</strong> the rooms & suites overlook the River <strong>of</strong><br />
Kings, the Balinese style garden and swimming pool.<br />
The top two floors <strong>of</strong> the hotel are reserved for<br />
Executive Club guests; when booking a room on<br />
the Executive Club you will enjoy private check in/<br />
out, and the complimentary use <strong>of</strong> the Executive<br />
Club lounge <strong>of</strong>fering breakfast, afternoon snacks and<br />
evening cocktails.<br />
Taste Test<br />
Ramada Plaza Menam Riverside <strong>of</strong>fers a varied choice<br />
<strong>of</strong> international restaurants, bars & lounges featuring<br />
a wide range <strong>of</strong> cuisines from light snacks to fine<br />
gourmet dining.<br />
Modern yet sophisticated décor and ambience are<br />
evident throughout the hotel and the spectacular<br />
views from the riverside venues will leave you with a<br />
lasting impression.<br />
Service Deluxe<br />
Facilities include an outdoor pool, a sun terrace, a<br />
Luxurious Massira Wellness & Spa, a great choice <strong>of</strong><br />
international restaurants, a bar & lounges, meeting<br />
& banquet rooms which can accommodate from<br />
10 to 650 people, a business centre and parking for<br />
1,000 cars.<br />
Local Delights<br />
Ramada Plaza Menam Riverside Bangkok is located<br />
by the Chao Phraya River where many cultural and<br />
historical attractions such as the Grand Palace, Temple<br />
<strong>of</strong> the Dawn, churches and local markets can be found.<br />
Easy Access<br />
Traveling around Bangkok is easy as the hotel is located<br />
close to the expressway, the international airport is<br />
only 40 minutes away, and the complimentary shuttle<br />
boat service connects you in minutes to the Saphan<br />
Taksin Skytrain station.<br />
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Hospitality <strong>Standards</strong><br />
• Five-Star Rating Year 2008 – 2010,<br />
2011 – 2013 by Office <strong>of</strong> <strong>Tourism</strong><br />
Development, Ministry <strong>of</strong> <strong>Tourism</strong> and<br />
Sport <strong>of</strong> <strong>Thai</strong>land (www.mots.go.th)<br />
• Green Leaf Hotel Certificate<br />
(Four Leaves) Year 2011 – 2013 by<br />
Green Leaf Foundation <strong>of</strong> <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
(www.greenleafthai.<strong>org</strong>).<br />
• Best Facilities Geared towards<br />
Accommodating Handicapped Persons<br />
Year 2009 by National Office for<br />
Empowerment <strong>of</strong> Persons with<br />
Disabilities (www.nep.go.th)<br />
Ramada Plaza Menam Riverside<br />
Bangkok<br />
2074 Charoenkrung Road, Bangkorlaem,<br />
Bangkok 10120<br />
Tel: +66 (0) 2688 1000<br />
Fax: +66 (0) 2291 1048<br />
E-mail: menam@ ramadaplazamenamriverside.com<br />
Website: www.ramadaplazamenamriverside.com
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S<strong>of</strong>itel Bangkok Silom<br />
This 5-star hotel where one is greeted with “bonjour” is located between the<br />
entertainment and the business areas <strong>of</strong> Silom Road. It is modern, elegant,<br />
sophisticated and cosmopolitan.<br />
Forty Winks<br />
All 469 guest rooms, including 128 Luxury Club<br />
Rooms, 31 Prestige Suites and the majestic Imperial<br />
Suite, are light and spacious with spectacular views <strong>of</strong><br />
the city and a working space enclave. Luxurious finishing<br />
touches include Hermès and L’Occitane amenities<br />
and S<strong>of</strong>itel’s signature ‘MyBed TM ’ - an exclusive divan<br />
mattress with an eiderdown top. The in-room amenities<br />
include broadbrand internet access, satellite/cable TV<br />
and entertainment system, safety box, c<strong>of</strong>fee and tea<br />
facilities and 24-hour room service.<br />
Taste Test<br />
At the S<strong>of</strong>itel Hotel, the restaurants and bars provide<br />
the ideal setting for dining, chilling and meeting friends.<br />
With an array <strong>of</strong> choices, the guests can select as to<br />
what kind <strong>of</strong> food or ambience they prefer.<br />
Shanghai 38 is an elegant Art Deco fine dining venue<br />
located on the 38 th floor <strong>of</strong>fering delicious Contemporary<br />
and Cantonese fare with beautiful panoramic views <strong>of</strong><br />
the city. It is a great place to enjoy a dim sum lunch or a<br />
sumptuous Chinese dinner. For an International cuisine,<br />
Mistral on the hotel’s second floor serves a buffet<br />
with a selection <strong>of</strong> worldwide specialties and main<br />
dishes meticulously prepared in the open kitchen.<br />
V9 Wine and Dining has a spectacular view <strong>of</strong> the<br />
Bangkok skyline. Open for dinner, it provides a musttry<br />
array <strong>of</strong> international cuisine; all wines on <strong>of</strong>fer are<br />
recommended for food pairing. The more casual Silom<br />
188 is the hotel’s mezzanine lounge bar, the perfect<br />
setting for a rendezvous.<br />
Service Deluxe<br />
From contract signings and seminars to conferences<br />
and banquets, the sophisticated S<strong>of</strong>itel Bangkok Silom<br />
is the preferred choice for pr<strong>of</strong>essional meetings and<br />
event planners, as well as discerning business executives.<br />
The hotel features its own extensive business facilities,<br />
with 12 luxuriously-equipped meeting rooms and a<br />
conference capacity <strong>of</strong> up to 250 guests. Other services<br />
and facilities include a state-<strong>of</strong>-the-art fitness suite, with<br />
sauna rooms and a Jacuzzi. The secluded outdoor pool<br />
with sun deck lies perched over the city below, <strong>of</strong>fering<br />
a carefree escape. The Anne Sémonin Spa, a candle-lit<br />
sanctuary, <strong>of</strong>fers a variety <strong>of</strong> treatments inspired by a<br />
unique, holistic synergy <strong>of</strong> Paris and the Orient.<br />
Local Delights<br />
A short stroll in any direction brings one a wealth <strong>of</strong><br />
pleasures, from the enchantment <strong>of</strong> the Chaophraya<br />
River.<br />
• Bangkok’s ancient lifeline studded with<br />
golden stupas and ornate palaces.<br />
• To the bustle <strong>of</strong> Patpong’s night market and a host<br />
<strong>of</strong> award-winning <strong>Thai</strong> and international restaurants<br />
in between.<br />
Easy Access<br />
The S<strong>of</strong>itel Bangkok Silom is just a few minutes from<br />
a Skytrain station and from the pier. The financial and<br />
business center <strong>of</strong> Bangkok is at your fingertips.<br />
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• Five-Star Rating Year 2008-2010 by<br />
Office <strong>of</strong> <strong>Tourism</strong> Development,<br />
Ministry <strong>of</strong> <strong>Tourism</strong> and Sports <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>Thai</strong>land (www.mots.go.th)<br />
• Green Leaf Hotel Certificate<br />
(Four Leaves) by Green Leaf Foundation<br />
<strong>of</strong> <strong>Thai</strong>land (www.greenleafthai.<strong>org</strong>)<br />
• Smoke Free Hotel Cerfiticate<br />
(Gold Type) by Green Leaf Foundation<br />
<strong>of</strong> <strong>Thai</strong>land (www.greenleafthai.<strong>org</strong>)<br />
S<strong>of</strong>itel Bangkok Silom<br />
188 Silom Road, Bangkok 10500<br />
Tel: +66 2 238 1991<br />
Fax: +66 2 238 1999<br />
E-mail: H3616@s<strong>of</strong>itel.com<br />
Website: www.s<strong>of</strong>itel.com
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Chiang Mai, the hub <strong>of</strong> the north,<br />
and <strong>Thai</strong>land’s second largest city<br />
is the former capital <strong>of</strong> the ancient<br />
Lanna kingdom. The Night Bazaar,<br />
a shopper’s cornucopia, and Doi<br />
Suthep, a temple sixteen kilometres<br />
outside <strong>of</strong> town that provides<br />
magnificent views <strong>of</strong> Chiang Mai, are<br />
favourites spots for tourists. The old<br />
town itself is surrounded by a moat<br />
and its ancient temples and history<br />
lend itself to great walking tours.<br />
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Many superb five-star resorts and hotels such as the<br />
Mandarin Oriental Dhara Dhevi, and the Four Seasons<br />
Chiang Mai have opened in and around Chiang Mai<br />
proper. The city has an international airport and a<br />
number <strong>of</strong> budget airlines service it domestically.<br />
Along the west bank <strong>of</strong> the Ping River, just north <strong>of</strong><br />
the Nawarat Bridge lies a trendy area featuring the<br />
Good View, Gallery and Riverside eateries, all are<br />
worth a gander as is the nightclub La Brasserie. And<br />
Nimanhemin Road has become a hot spot for trendy<br />
furnishings and design items for up-market homes and<br />
villas. For the kids, the Chiang Mai Night Safari with its<br />
wide selection <strong>of</strong> animals is a big hit.<br />
Songkran, or Buddhist New Year, has a history <strong>of</strong> being<br />
wet, wild and wholly in Chiang Mai as everybody just<br />
gets into a gigantic water fight for three or four days<br />
in mid-April.<br />
Chiang Mai has long been known for its elephant<br />
camps and treks and 100 km south, just outside <strong>of</strong><br />
Lampang, lies the Elephant Conservation Centre,<br />
where you can learn to be a mahout, and the world’s<br />
first elephant hospital, run by Soraida Salwala. Lampang<br />
is the only town in <strong>Thai</strong>land to still <strong>of</strong>fer horse-drawn<br />
carts as a mode <strong>of</strong> transportation.<br />
South <strong>of</strong> Lampang lies Sukhothai, the country’s first<br />
capital and home to Sukhothai (meaning the Dawn<br />
<strong>of</strong> Happiness” and Si Satchannalai-Chaliang National<br />
Parks, both UNESCO World Heritage sites. Bangkok<br />
Airways flies to Sukhothai and it’s a 5-6 hour bus ride<br />
from Bangkok, or it can be accessed from the nearby<br />
train station in Phitsanuloke.<br />
And if you happen to be near Pichit in early September<br />
check out their annual long-boat races, which are always<br />
good fun for the entire family.<br />
Many come to Mae Hong Son to get a glimpse <strong>of</strong> the<br />
Padauang or “long-necked” women, the majority <strong>of</strong><br />
who live in the village <strong>of</strong> Nai Soi, 35km northwest <strong>of</strong><br />
town. The coil around their neck can weigh between<br />
5-22kg and stretch up to 30cm long and there is a<br />
long running debate as to their exploitation for tourist<br />
purposes.<br />
Doi Inthanon (<strong>Thai</strong>land’s highest mountain), situated in<br />
a national park, is a popular day-trip destination and a<br />
favourite for birdwatchers and naturalists because <strong>of</strong><br />
its many species <strong>of</strong> plants, animals and birds. Nearby,<br />
the meditation retreat at Wat Phra That Si Chom<br />
Thong is quite popular and draws students from all<br />
over <strong>Thai</strong>land and around the world. The circular drive<br />
from Chiang Mai, past Chom Thong, the entrance to<br />
Doi Inthanon, Mae Sariang, Mae Hong Son, through<br />
Pai back to Chiang Mai is also quite interesting. And<br />
a couple hours south <strong>of</strong> Mae Sariang in the Mae Sot<br />
area lie a number <strong>of</strong> Karen & Burmese refugee camps,<br />
where many volunteers have <strong>of</strong>fered their services<br />
over the years.<br />
Chiang Rai is itself a much more laid back town than<br />
Chiang Mai. Traffic jams are not a major concern yet<br />
and it still has that small-town feel to it. Trains don’t<br />
run to Chiang Rai, but domestic airlines and a busy<br />
bus network service it.<br />
From Chiang Rai, you can visit the old Kuomintang<br />
sanctuary <strong>of</strong> Mae Salong, now a hill station, teaming<br />
with tea plantations, and providing wonderful views<br />
<strong>of</strong> the surrounding countryside. If you get a chance to<br />
do this trip by motorbike, by all means do as you will<br />
find it an exhilarating experience. A short trip away<br />
from Mae Salong is Doi Tung and the Queen Mother’s<br />
Mae Fah Luang Foundation with its beautifully tended<br />
gardens.<br />
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A little north <strong>of</strong> Chiang Saen, lies the Golden<br />
Triangle where Burma, Laos and <strong>Thai</strong>land meet<br />
at the junction <strong>of</strong> the Mekong and Nam Ruak<br />
Rivers.<br />
Further south and a nice spot to relax for a<br />
few days is Chiang Khong. Across the river from<br />
this town in Laos lies Huay Xai, where you can<br />
take a longtail boat or ferry to Luang Prabang<br />
(the whole town is a UNESCO World Heritage<br />
site). Chiang Khong is also a major conduit for<br />
goods moving between <strong>Thai</strong>land and China.<br />
The temperatures tend to be cooler in Chiang<br />
Mai and the north, so check the weather before<br />
you go and be prepared to bring some chilly<br />
weather gear.<br />
The tourist infrastructure is back in place. And<br />
the panorama from the viewpoint atop Phi<br />
Phi Don overlooking Ao Ton Sai and Ao Lo<br />
Dalam is still one <strong>of</strong> the most photographed<br />
in the region.
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In 2009, the hotel was selected as one <strong>of</strong> the “top 40 city hotels in Asia”<br />
by Travel & Leisure magazine and Conde Nast Traveller placed it in their 10th dusitD2 chiang mai<br />
annual “hot list” <strong>of</strong> top hotels.<br />
Striking a pose between convenience and desire,<br />
dusitD2 chiang mai sits in a perfect spot to lure the<br />
modern traveller <strong>of</strong> today into experiencing both a<br />
city <strong>of</strong> mystical charm and a hotel brand that fuses<br />
irresistible temptation with ultimate delight.<br />
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Forty Winks<br />
Guests are welcomed by a warm chic interior that<br />
represents the refreshing urbane face <strong>of</strong> contemporary<br />
<strong>Thai</strong> design. 131 rooms and suites are simple, stylish<br />
and comfortable. Modern amenities such as flat screen<br />
TV, DVD player, safety box, complimentary high speed<br />
internet access are available.<br />
Taste Test<br />
Moxie, the hotel’s signature restaurant, has been<br />
recognized for its exceptional cuisine and service.<br />
Serving a wide selection <strong>of</strong> <strong>Thai</strong> and international<br />
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cuisines, the chef regularly updates the recipes and uses<br />
only the freshest and best quality ingredients. Mix Bar<br />
is the best place to relax, meet friends or just watch<br />
people while enjoying refreshments.<br />
Service Deluxe<br />
To make a holiday more relaxing, visit Devarana Spa for<br />
a <strong>Thai</strong> massage or work out at DFiT health club. The<br />
multi-function club lounge is best for those who want<br />
to use the computer or the meeting facilities.<br />
For the business travelers, there are meeting and<br />
conference rooms that can cater to different kinds<br />
<strong>of</strong> events, either small seminars or regional meetings.<br />
Equipped with state-<strong>of</strong>-the-art audio visual equipment,<br />
complimentary high-speed internet access throughout<br />
the hotel is also available.<br />
Local Delights<br />
Chiang Mai is the gateway to Northern <strong>Thai</strong>land with<br />
the walled city as its main focus. The Night Bazaar is<br />
within close proximity to the hotel. Visit the Buddhist<br />
temples, Doi Suthep and the Chiang Mai Arts and<br />
Cultural Centre to discover the local history and<br />
heritage.<br />
Easy Access<br />
Located just <strong>of</strong>f the famous Chang Klan Road, the 131room<br />
dusitD2 sits in the heart <strong>of</strong> downtown Chiang<br />
Mai, with the bustling night bazaar, restaurants and<br />
entertainment at its doorstep.<br />
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• dusitD2 chiang mai has fulfilled high<br />
expectations <strong>of</strong> leading Chiang Mai into<br />
a new era <strong>of</strong> modern lifestyle hotels with<br />
a strong commitment to continually<br />
mark on all guests’ hearts the unique<br />
dusitD2’s experience and international<br />
standard <strong>of</strong> service that delightfully<br />
surprises through quality and creativity.<br />
dusitD2 chiang mai establishes many<br />
environmental programmes related to<br />
global warming to becoming recognized<br />
as one <strong>of</strong> the leading hotels in sustainable<br />
development and operations.<br />
• Certified by Hotel Standard as 5 stars<br />
and certified by Green leaf Foundation<br />
as Smoke-Free Hotel since 2009.<br />
Successfully achieved the Bronze status<br />
recognized by EarthCheck, the world’s<br />
leading sustainable travel and tourism<br />
certification <strong>org</strong>anization in 2010.<br />
• dusitD2 chiang mai was featured in ‘Top<br />
500 World’s Best Hotels’, honourable<br />
recognitions voted by Travel + Leisure<br />
magazine’s respective readers from all<br />
over the world.<br />
dusitD2 chiang mai<br />
100 Chang Klan Road, Tambol Chang Klan,<br />
Amphur Muang, Chiang Mai 50100<br />
Tel: +66 53 999 999<br />
Fax: +66 53 999 900<br />
E-mail: d2cm@dusit.com<br />
Website: dusitd2chiangmai.dusit.com
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Northeastern <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
The Northeast (or Isarn) is known for its<br />
friendly people, who make up the bulk<br />
<strong>of</strong> <strong>Thai</strong>land’s service industry. The area<br />
has an extensive network <strong>of</strong> ancient<br />
Khmer temples, the most impressive<br />
being Phanom Rung (the largest and<br />
best restored Khmer temple in <strong>Thai</strong>land),<br />
Prasat Khao Phra Wihan (located on the<br />
Cambodian border) and Phimai (located<br />
just outside <strong>of</strong> Nakhon Ratchasima, or<br />
Korat, as it is called by locals).<br />
Khao Yai, which is <strong>Thai</strong>land’s oldest and most famous<br />
national park, is situated an hour outside <strong>of</strong> Korat<br />
and is a great place to see varied and many species<br />
<strong>of</strong> wildlife. There is accommodation in the park<br />
and nearby Pak Chong also has a number <strong>of</strong> small<br />
resorts.<br />
Further north, the hike to the high-altitude peak<br />
<strong>of</strong> Phu Kradung in Loei Province, one <strong>of</strong> the most<br />
photographed spots in <strong>Thai</strong>land, is a great adventure.<br />
Ubon Ratchathani’s Candle (Buddhist Lent in July),<br />
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the Naga Fireballs near Nong Khai and the Yasothorn<br />
Rocket Festival (in late May) are also worth a look, if<br />
you happen to be in country at the time.<br />
The best way to travel to Isarn’s ancient temples<br />
and national parks is to rent a car and/or a driver,<br />
especially if you want to visit Prasat Khao Phra<br />
Wihan. This temple provides a spectacular outlook<br />
over the plans <strong>of</strong> northwest Cambodia from the cliff<br />
<strong>of</strong> the Dongrek escarpment.<br />
Khon Kaen is the centre <strong>of</strong> the northeastern silk<br />
industry with numerous villages producing their<br />
own mudmee designs. One town in particular,<br />
Chonnabot , is known for producing high-quality silk.<br />
Every December the city hosts a Silk Fair, where all<br />
the local villagers bring their best wares to market.<br />
The remmants <strong>of</strong> a civilisation dating back 7,500<br />
years can be found in Ban Chiang, about 50km east <strong>of</strong><br />
Udonthani. Over 50 human skeletons can be seen in<br />
the excavation pit along with many pieces <strong>of</strong> pottery.<br />
The museum on site gives a fine historical record <strong>of</strong><br />
the Ban Chiang era.<br />
The town <strong>of</strong> Nong Khai has surprisingly been a<br />
popular spot for Western retirees to settle down<br />
in. From there, you can zip over the <strong>Thai</strong>-Laos<br />
Friendship bridge into Laos, Vientiane is only a half-<br />
hour away. The sculptures in the Sala Kaew Sculpture<br />
Park, just outside <strong>of</strong> Nong Khai are bizarre and<br />
fascinating and worth a visit.<br />
The residents <strong>of</strong> Nakhon Pathom celebrate Loy<br />
Krathong by building 6-metre longboats out <strong>of</strong><br />
bamboo and banana bark. The boats are then<br />
elaborately adorned and paraded through the<br />
streets, then at night they are illuminated and<br />
launched into the Mekong River.<br />
Surin is a probably most famous for its elephant<br />
roundup, held every November where the<br />
pachyderms do everything from playing football to<br />
taking part in beauty contests. The elephants walking<br />
the streets <strong>of</strong> Bangkok tend to be rented out by<br />
families from the Surin area.<br />
The northeast is famous for its spicy <strong>Thai</strong> salad<br />
(somtam), grilled spicy chicken (gai yang) and grilled<br />
insects, yes grilled insects. The region is <strong>Thai</strong>land’<br />
poorest and suffers from bad drought at times, but<br />
it does have a rich and fascinating history, which<br />
included US air bases in Korat, Ubon Ratchathani<br />
and Udonthani during the Vietnam War.<br />
All the major urban areas in the northeast have<br />
domestic flights and can be accessed by road and<br />
rail.
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About an hour outside <strong>of</strong> Bangkok<br />
sits Ayutthaya Historical Park, a<br />
former <strong>Thai</strong> capital and UNESCO<br />
World Heritage site. Renting a<br />
bicycle is the best way to see these<br />
ancient ruins, some <strong>of</strong> which are<br />
spectacularly lit up at night.<br />
Central <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
Close by is the Bang Pa-In Summer Palace and a fun<br />
way to visit Ayutthaya and Bang Pa-In is by going up<br />
the Chao Phraya River in a refurbished rice barge.<br />
River taxi is also a good way to see Bangkok – as many<br />
commuters still take these express boats to work every<br />
day and you can rent long-tail boats to tour the many<br />
canals that shoot <strong>of</strong>f from the main river. A little further<br />
north (or a seven-hour bus ride) lie Sukhothai and Si<br />
Satchanalai, both also World Heritage sites. Sukhothai<br />
was in the 13th and 14th centuries, and features the<br />
remains <strong>of</strong> a royal palace and 26 temples. Si Satchanalai,<br />
which is home to 19 monuments, can be reached from<br />
Sukhothai by car in about an hour. Bangkok Airways<br />
flies to Sukhothai daily, or can be accessed by train from<br />
nearby Phitsanulok.<br />
Four hours north <strong>of</strong> Bangkok lies Lopburi, whose city<br />
core is inhabited by hundreds <strong>of</strong> wild monkeys. Lopburi<br />
has even established its own monkey hospital to deal<br />
with these primates. This former summer capital <strong>of</strong><br />
Siam was the favourite <strong>of</strong> King Narai, who kept his<br />
palace, Phra Narai Ratchaniwet there. While you are<br />
walking around Lopburi, dodging the monkeys, you can<br />
sitll see the remains <strong>of</strong> Constantine Phaulkon’s home,<br />
Chao Phraya Wichayen. Phaulkon, a close advisor<br />
to Narai, was the only foreigner to hold a mistrial<br />
position and was executed by Narai’s successor <strong>of</strong> King<br />
Phetracha as Narai lay on his deathbed.<br />
Nakhon Nayok has developed into somewhat <strong>of</strong><br />
an adventurer’s paradise. Located only a couple<br />
hours northeast <strong>of</strong> Bangkok, guest houses and tour<br />
agencies have sprung up dealing with everything from<br />
whitewater rafting and kayaking to ATVs and rope<br />
courses through the jungle. Many resorts have also<br />
been built over beautiful sweeping vistas, so if you<br />
just want to kick back, read a book and enjoy nature<br />
there is plenty <strong>of</strong> opportunity to do that as well<br />
Saraburi is one <strong>of</strong> the central provinces in <strong>Thai</strong>land.<br />
It is surrounded by Lopburi, Nakhon Ratchasima,<br />
Nakhon Nayok, Pathum Thani and Ayutthaya. It has<br />
been an important town for centuries and believed<br />
to have been constructed in 1548 during the reign<br />
<strong>of</strong> King Maha Chakkraphat <strong>of</strong> Ayutthaya as a centre<br />
for recruiting troops.<br />
Located on the east side <strong>of</strong> the Chao Phraya river<br />
valley, Saraburi is covered by high plains and plateaus,<br />
while the western part is mostly low flat plains.<br />
Strategically located, it is only 110 km from Bangkok,<br />
the town is a gateway to the northeast.<br />
Today, Saraburi is famous for its cement<br />
manufacturing and the elephant fight scene in the<br />
move Alexander was staged in its jungles.<br />
The most important Buddhist temple is Wat Phra<br />
Phutthabat, built under King Songtham in the 17th<br />
century. It is the most popular pilgrimage site within<br />
central <strong>Thai</strong>land. The temple houses the footprint <strong>of</strong><br />
Lord Buddha found on a stone panel near Suwan<br />
Banpot Hill. The footprint was found in the reign<br />
<strong>of</strong> King Songtham <strong>of</strong> Ayutthaya. A cone-shaped<br />
structure or mondop was built to cover the<br />
footprint.<br />
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Nonthaburi is situated on the banks <strong>of</strong> Chao Phraya<br />
River. This province has fertile soil good for growing<br />
fruits and flowers. There are also many historical<br />
sites in this area. Located just 20 kilometres from<br />
Bangkok, Nonthaburi can be reached by car or by<br />
boat. The temples that can be found here are Wat<br />
Amphawan which houses a wooden Ho Trai Kiang<br />
Nam (a hall for keeping a scripture by a pond), Wat<br />
Sao Thong Thong, built in the Ayutthaya period; it has<br />
a beautiful <strong>Thai</strong>-style golden cone above the Buddha<br />
image, and Wat Khema Phirataram located by the<br />
river. Koh Kret, a tiny island by the Chao Phraya River,<br />
is famous for its fine, red-glazed pottery.
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Pattaya is the entertainment and<br />
tourist hub <strong>of</strong> this region. U-Tapao<br />
Airport services international and<br />
domestic flights to Pattaya and<br />
you can actually catch a train from<br />
Bangkok as well, but the trip is slow.<br />
Buses to Pattaya from Bangkok leave<br />
from Ekamai and Mochit bus stations<br />
and from the bus terminal attached<br />
to Suvanabhumi Airport.<br />
Eastern <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
Pattaya is really divided into three parts: Naklua (or<br />
Pattaya North), Central Pattaya (Party Central) and<br />
Jomtien Beach in the south. Naklua is a lot quieter and<br />
more family oriented, anything goes in Central Pattaya<br />
and Jomtien has always been a weekend retreat for<br />
<strong>Thai</strong>s and it is packed on the weekends. More and<br />
more condominium developments are springing up,<br />
particularly in Jomtien.<br />
Tennis courts, go-kart tracks, fitness center and<br />
<strong>Thai</strong>-boxing gyms are all available in Pattaya as are<br />
elephants rides, motorscooters, monster motorbike,<br />
and convertible Jeeps.<br />
To keep the adrenaline pumping shooting ranges are<br />
available as is scuba diving (there are many ship wrecks<br />
in the area), snorkeling, jet-skiing, cable skiing, deepsea<br />
fishing, windsurfing, speed boating, water-skiing,<br />
parasailing, and aerial sports such as gliding ultra-lights<br />
and flying motor-propelled gliders. The city also has<br />
its own Ripley’s Believe It or Not Museum, bungee<br />
jump, open-air zoo (outside <strong>of</strong> town), tiger zoo, and<br />
aquarium.<br />
There are also numerous restaurants, bars, theaters,<br />
cabaret shows, night clubs, bowling halls, billiard &<br />
snooker clubs, discos, sauna & massage parlors, not to<br />
mention the incredible shopping opportunities, which<br />
are always available.<br />
Koh Samet, which is only a short drive from Bangkok,<br />
and accessed by the pier at Ban Phe has some <strong>of</strong> the<br />
finest white sand in the country and many Bangkokians<br />
chose to make this their weekend getaway because <strong>of</strong><br />
its accessibility.<br />
Koh Chang, the country’s second largest island is<br />
now much more accessible since Bangkok Airways<br />
starting flying to Trat. Its sunsets are superb, and the<br />
more adventurous may want to explore some <strong>of</strong> the<br />
remote islands in nearby Cambodia.<br />
The lesser known Koh Si Chang, accessed by boat<br />
from the town <strong>of</strong> Sri Racha, features Hat Tha Wang<br />
Palace, the former summer palace <strong>of</strong> King Rama V.<br />
Summiting its Tham Yai Phrik Vipassana Monastery,<br />
you can get a great view <strong>of</strong> the surrounding ocean,<br />
which is full <strong>of</strong> tankers on one side and glorious<br />
empty ocean on the other.<br />
Chantaburi is known for its gemstones, as it is the<br />
centre for buying rubies and sapphires from across<br />
Southeast Asia. The town also has a significant<br />
Vietnamese population with their own fascinating<br />
history. And if you happen to be in Chonburi in<br />
October check out the water buffalo races, great fun<br />
for all involved.<br />
This area also has one <strong>of</strong> the greatest concentrations<br />
<strong>of</strong> good golf courses in the world and as such has<br />
been dubbed a “golfer’s paradise”. You can play on a<br />
different spectacular course each day, without having<br />
to change hotels.<br />
The <strong>Thai</strong> government has spent a lot <strong>of</strong> time, money<br />
and effort trying to tout the Eastern Seaboard as<br />
the “Detroit <strong>of</strong> the East” and many <strong>of</strong> the world’s<br />
biggest car manufacturers have established factories<br />
in this region.<br />
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And for those <strong>of</strong> you enjoying your time in <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
who want to remain in the country, but need a<br />
new visa to do so, the most convenient border run<br />
is to Aranyaprathet, about five hours by bus from<br />
Bangkok.
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Kanchanaburi is a very pleasant place to hang out<br />
and relax for a few days as there are many affordable<br />
places to stay like the Felix, Cum Saed, Camelia and<br />
the Riverkwai Bridge Resorts. A number <strong>of</strong> guest<br />
houses are built right on the River Kwai and its<br />
tributaries, and a little further north near Sai Yok<br />
(where the river scenes in The Deer Hunter were<br />
filmed), the Yoko River Kwai Resort and others<br />
provide for a great getaway from Bangkok.<br />
<strong>Thai</strong>land’s Tiger Temple (Wat Pa Luangta Bua<br />
Yannasampanno) is also located in Kanchanaburi<br />
Western <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
Kanchanaburi, and its infamous “Bridge on the River Kwai”, is one <strong>of</strong> the prime tourist attractions in western <strong>Thai</strong>land. This quaint<br />
little town with its Kanchanaburi and Chung Kai war cemeteries and its JEATH and <strong>Thai</strong>-Burma Railway Centre museums is a living<br />
memorial to the anguish Allied POWs and forced Asian labour had to endure trying to build a railway through to India during<br />
WWII. And Hellfire Pass, 80km up the road, built the Australian-<strong>Thai</strong> Chamber <strong>of</strong> Commerce, is a testament to man’s tenacity<br />
under the most strenuous <strong>of</strong> wartime conditions.<br />
province. Seventeen fully grown tigers and their cubs<br />
live within the temple grounds after being rescued<br />
from poachers in the nearby <strong>Thai</strong>-Burmese border<br />
jungle.<br />
Kanchanaburi is only a two-hour journey by car or<br />
bus from Bangkok, but the train trip is much more<br />
enjoyable and leaves from the Thonburi station three<br />
times a day.<br />
Half way between Kanchanaburi and Bangkok lies<br />
Nakhon Pathom, home <strong>of</strong> Phra Pathom Chedi,<br />
the tallest Buddhist monument in the world. It is<br />
also home to Sanam Chand Palace, a favourite<br />
residence <strong>of</strong> King Rama VI. The town also lays claim<br />
to <strong>Thai</strong>land’s Human Imagery Museum, where you<br />
can see life-like resin sculptures <strong>of</strong> famous figures in<br />
<strong>Thai</strong> history. And it was the location for much <strong>of</strong> the<br />
filming <strong>of</strong> the movie, Good Morning Vietnam.<br />
The Rose Garden is a nice place to stay if you are<br />
planning to spend any time in this area as it has a<br />
Cultural Village featuring elephant rides, displays <strong>of</strong><br />
classical <strong>Thai</strong> dancing, martial arts and handicrafts, all<br />
surrounded by some 20,000 rose bushes.<br />
About halfway between Nakhom Pathom and<br />
Bangkok lies <strong>Thai</strong>land’s most famous Floating Market,<br />
Damnoen Saduak — pictures <strong>of</strong> which can be seen<br />
almost anywhere in the world.<br />
On the Gulf <strong>of</strong> <strong>Thai</strong>land side, Hua Hin has long been<br />
thought <strong>of</strong> as the weekend retreat for <strong>Thai</strong>s (the<br />
Royal Family maintains its Klai Kangwon residence<br />
here), but more and more foreigners have started<br />
going there as it is only a 3 & ½ hour drive from<br />
Bangkok.<br />
Just north <strong>of</strong> Cha Am lies Petchaburi, which is chock<br />
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full <strong>of</strong> ancient Buddhist temples. Great sunsets can<br />
be seen by climbing Khao Wong, a hill in the centre<br />
<strong>of</strong> town, which is home to one <strong>of</strong> King Mongkut’s<br />
(Rama IV) palaces. Kaeng Krachan, <strong>Thai</strong>land’s largest<br />
national park is 55 km away from Petchaburi. Its twin<br />
waterfalls <strong>of</strong> Pa La-U with their 15 tiers are very<br />
impressive sights indeed. The park is also noted for<br />
its multiple species <strong>of</strong> butterflies.<br />
There are a number <strong>of</strong> excellent golf courses in and<br />
around the Hua Hin area, including <strong>Thai</strong>land’s oldest,<br />
the Royal Hua Hin Golf Club. Many <strong>of</strong> these courses<br />
have been promoting golf/spa packages, so you can<br />
combine time on the greens, with staying in a fancy<br />
resort and partaking in a traditional <strong>Thai</strong> massage or<br />
spa treatment.<br />
And just south <strong>of</strong> Prachuap lies the narrowest<br />
stretch in <strong>Thai</strong>land. Starting in Wang Duan you walk<br />
across <strong>Thai</strong>land in a day to the Burmese border. As<br />
the crow flies its 11km, but hiking it, depending on<br />
your route takes between 15-18km.<br />
Khao Sam Roi Rot National Park (Three Hundred<br />
Peaks) makes for an interesting visit given its<br />
abundance <strong>of</strong> limestone cliffs, beaches, and caves. Its<br />
coastal marshlands and lagoons make it a great place<br />
to birdwatch. Serows have been spotted on Khao<br />
Krachom (605 metres), while Irrawaddy dolphins<br />
have been seen <strong>of</strong>f the coastline. The Dolphin Bay<br />
Resort in Pranburi is a good place to stay if you are<br />
intent on doing some serious dolphin watching.<br />
Legend has it King Rama IV died from malaria<br />
a couple months after contracting malaria from<br />
mosquito bites while observing a solar eclipse with<br />
foreign and <strong>Thai</strong> guests in Khao Sam Roi Yot. The<br />
Phraya Nakhon Cave contains a royal sala built for<br />
King Rama V, as he stopped over there on his voyages<br />
between Nakhon Si Thammart and Bangkok.<br />
All main areas in the western region are accessible by<br />
either road or rail.
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Baan Talay Dao<br />
Located on the white sandy beaches <strong>of</strong> Hua Hin, Baan Talay Dao, which is aptly<br />
named “home between the sea and the stars”, is the perfect retreat for relaxation<br />
peace and privacy. Despite its close proximity to downtown Hua Hin and Bangkok,<br />
the guests will surely be treated with lush, natural surroundings in an exclusive and<br />
rustic atmosphere.<br />
Family-owned and operated, Baan Talay Dao caters<br />
to those who appreciate simple elegance and<br />
personalized touch.<br />
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Forty Winks<br />
With 32 properly laid out and well-designed<br />
guestrooms, the different types – Studios, Pavilion<br />
Villas, Duplex Suites and Pavilion Suite are complete<br />
with a DVD player, cable TV, mini-bar, refrigerator,<br />
modern bathroom, private balcony, air conditioning,<br />
and hair dryer. The guests are guaranteed comfort and<br />
relaxation while staying at any <strong>of</strong> the rooms and suites.<br />
Taste Test<br />
The resort’s centerpiece is an authentic<br />
90-year old <strong>Thai</strong> teak house which is home to the Club<br />
House and restaurant. The international restaurant<br />
serves a wide array <strong>of</strong> culinary delights from <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
and International favourites. However, dining is not<br />
limited to the restaurant as guests can enjoy meals at<br />
their rooms, by the pool or on a platform with a vista<br />
overlooking the sea.<br />
Service Deluxe<br />
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With a direct access to the white sandy beaches, the<br />
guests can enjoy swimming, basking under the sun<br />
or doing some water sports. Other activities such as<br />
horseback riding along the beach, banana boat rides<br />
and night fishing activities can be <strong>org</strong>anized for the<br />
guests as well. There is also an infinity swimming pool<br />
and a spa. The Club House can also cater to special<br />
occasions like parties or weddings.<br />
Local Delights<br />
To the golf enthusiasts, Hua Hin is home to many<br />
excellent golf courses. Notable local attractions<br />
include the popular Hua Hin Night Market with stalls<br />
selling souvenirs, clothes and general goods; Wat Khao<br />
Takiap, a temple-topped hill with Buddhist shrines and<br />
panoramic views; and the Hua Hin Railway Station, one<br />
<strong>of</strong> the oldest railway stations in <strong>Thai</strong>land, featuring a<br />
unique Royal waiting room.<br />
Easy Access<br />
Hua Hin is only a three-hour ride from Bangkok. It can<br />
also reached by air, bus, train, and shuttle van.<br />
Hospitality <strong>Standards</strong><br />
• Baan Talay Dao strives to improve<br />
continuously to meet international<br />
standards in service and facilities,<br />
especially environmental conservation<br />
for sustainable growth.<br />
• Certified by Hotel Standard as 3 Stars<br />
since 2007” and “Certified by Greenleaf<br />
Foundation as Greenleaf Hotel 3 leaf<br />
since 2010<br />
• The continuing improvement in service<br />
and facilities to meet international<br />
standards is utilised as a marketing tool<br />
in creating everlasting impression to our<br />
guests. Thus they come back to stay with<br />
us again or stimulate word <strong>of</strong> mouth.<br />
Baan Talay Dao<br />
2/10 Soi Takiab Village, Phetchkasem Road,<br />
Nong-kae, Hua Hin, Prachuap Khiri Khan 77110<br />
Tel: +66 32 536 024-30<br />
Bangkok Reservation Tel : +66 2 751 6854,<br />
+66 2 739 9004<br />
Fax: +66 2 751 6853<br />
E-mail: baantalaydao@baantalaydao.com<br />
Website: www.baantalaydao.com,<br />
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If you do end up visiting Phuket, try some sea<br />
kayaking for a change <strong>of</strong> pace and the June Bahtra<br />
cruise up to James Bond Island is definitely worth the<br />
trip. And if you visit the island mid-to-late October<br />
make sure you take in the island’s Vegetarian Festival.<br />
Devotees somehow manage to pierce their skin with<br />
the strangest <strong>of</strong> metallic objects, and perform other<br />
acts <strong>of</strong> self-mortification that will leave you shaking<br />
your head in disbelief.<br />
To the south <strong>of</strong> the island Nai Harn and Rawai<br />
Beaches are nice places to spend time and Laem<br />
Promthep is a great spot to watch the sun rise<br />
Southern <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
Phuket, on the country’s Andaman coast, is <strong>Thai</strong>land’s wealthiest and largest province and it has made a spectacular recovery from<br />
the 26 December 2004 tsunami. Home to some <strong>of</strong> the most luxurious resorts in the world and its towns such as Patong, Karon and<br />
Kata can provide you with almost every type <strong>of</strong> entertainment imaginable. If you crave a more laid-back vacation beaches further<br />
north like Kamala, Surin, Bang Tao, Nai Yang, Nathon and Mai Khao can provide that as well. And Phuket’s golf courses like Blue<br />
Canyon and Mission Hills are some <strong>of</strong> the finest in the land.<br />
and set. There is also a movement afoot to have<br />
the old town centre <strong>of</strong> Phuket Town declared a<br />
UNESCO historical site because <strong>of</strong> its surviving<br />
Sino-Portuguese architecture.<br />
The Racha Islands just <strong>of</strong>f <strong>of</strong> Ao Chalong in southern<br />
Phuket are known for their proximity to big game<br />
fish like the billfish, black marlin and sailfish, as well as<br />
several varieties <strong>of</strong> tuna such as the yellowfin, longfin,<br />
dogtooth and skipjack. The Racha resort is also a<br />
very comfortable place to spend some time and the<br />
snorkeling and diving in the area is quite good.<br />
Further south, Koh Lanta features ten beautifully<br />
flat white-sand beaches on the western side <strong>of</strong> the<br />
island. The island is a good spot to get in some great<br />
diving, snorkeling and island hopping and a large<br />
national park on the southern island is a great spot<br />
for trekking and wildlife spotting.<br />
Before the 26 December 2004 tsunami, Khao Lak<br />
was seen as the “in” place to build a resort, and<br />
many <strong>Thai</strong>s did so. The problem was that many <strong>of</strong><br />
them built on flat land, near the water’s edge without<br />
any kind <strong>of</strong> natural or man-made barrier between<br />
their resort and the sea, so when the tsunami hit,<br />
it hit hard.<br />
But despite the trauma it experienced, Khao Lak<br />
remains an incredibly beautiful and serene place. This<br />
is Phuket, Koh Samui and Koh Phi Phi 30 years ago.<br />
Opportunities for adventure sports or eco-tours<br />
abound: trekking in Khao Sok and Khao Lak National<br />
Parks, river canoeing, kayaking, mountain-biking,<br />
and scuba-diving in the nearby Similans and Surins,<br />
generally regarded as the most beautiful diving spots<br />
in the Andaman Sea.<br />
If you happen to make it to Ranong, a couple hours<br />
north <strong>of</strong> Khao Lak, and a want a true adventure<br />
head out to the Mergui Archipelago, which consist <strong>of</strong><br />
800 uninhabited islands in Burmese waters. Facilities<br />
are few and far between, but these have been<br />
called “the world’s last islands in tropical waters,<br />
still in pristine conditions.” While in Ranong, make<br />
sure you pay a trip to the Raksawarin Hot Springs,<br />
located a kilometre outside <strong>of</strong> town. Boats can be<br />
chartered from Saphan Plaa (Fish Bridge) to visit<br />
the surrounding islands and the casino at Thahtay<br />
Kyun Island.<br />
The karst topography <strong>of</strong> Krabi Province is<br />
breathtaking and a must see for any traveller to<br />
<strong>Thai</strong>land. Krabi has quickly developed into a worldfamous<br />
rock-climbing locale. Tourist Krabi is really<br />
divided into two different areas: Ao Nang, which you<br />
can access by road; and Railay Beach, which you must<br />
access by water. The province is also known for its<br />
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cave temples, many <strong>of</strong> which make for an interesting<br />
day trip, especially Wat Tham Sua (the Tiger Cave<br />
Temple), a 1,237 step mountaintop shrine with<br />
spectacular views <strong>of</strong> the surrounding area.<br />
Further south, Kradan Island in Trang province<br />
annually stages the world’s largest underwater<br />
marriage ceremony every Valentine’s Day. This event<br />
is sponsored by the <strong>Tourism</strong> <strong>Authority</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>Thai</strong>land.<br />
Three <strong>of</strong> <strong>Thai</strong>land’s most famous islands: Koh Samui,<br />
Koh Phangnan and Koh Tao lie on the Gulf <strong>of</strong><br />
<strong>Thai</strong>land side. “Discovered” by Western backpackers<br />
in the early 1970s as a cheaper alternative to Phuket,<br />
Samui changed considerably when Bangkok Airways<br />
put in its airport and started frequent flights to<br />
the island. Today, you’ll find every kind <strong>of</strong> tourist<br />
imaginable – Eastern and Western alike. Chaweng<br />
and Lamai are the island’s most popular beaches,<br />
where practically everything is available, but if you<br />
want to relax and kick-back Mea Nam and Bophut<br />
Beaches <strong>of</strong>fer relaxing alternatives.<br />
Samui is a good jumping <strong>of</strong>f spot to reach Koh<br />
Tao and Koh Phangnan. And a boat ride away lies<br />
Angthong National Park, comprised <strong>of</strong> more than<br />
than 40 islands. This was the inspiration for Alex<br />
Garland’s The Beach, later made into a film starring<br />
Leonardo DiCaprio.<br />
Koh Phangnan is famous for its full moon party,<br />
staged monthly on Had Rin, which has attracted<br />
many over the years. So much is said about this<br />
party, that many f<strong>org</strong>et that is a truly glorious island<br />
to explore and spend time on.<br />
As <strong>Thai</strong>land is the world’s largest seafood exporter<br />
and much <strong>of</strong> the fish comes from the south, you are<br />
bound to experience some <strong>of</strong> the finest seafood<br />
you have ever tasted while travelling down here. And<br />
as you get closer and closer to the Malay border,<br />
you will no doubt notice the Malay influence on the<br />
exquisite curries and foods <strong>of</strong> the southern region.
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Holiday Inn Resort Phuket<br />
Holiday Inn Resort Phuket is located in one <strong>of</strong> the most popular and biggest islands in<br />
<strong>Thai</strong>land, where it lies in a superb location in the vibrant Patong Beach.Nestled comfortably<br />
amidst beautifully landscaped gardens, Holiday Inn Resort Phuket provides a haven <strong>of</strong><br />
tranquility while it is only a few steps away from the beach and the action!<br />
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Holiday Inn Resort is the perfect destination for<br />
couples and families, business and leisure travelers;<br />
they can choose their preferred accommodation<br />
located in two wings– Main Wing and Busakorn<br />
Wing. All guestrooms come with private balconies<br />
while the villa rooms have direct pool access.<br />
Modern conveniences are furnished in each room.<br />
The Superior Rooms, Deluxe Seaview Rooms,<br />
Family Suite and Kids’ Suite at the contemporary-styled<br />
Main Wing is ideal for families and groups while the<br />
Busakorn Wing comfortably combines traditional <strong>Thai</strong><br />
traditions with modern elements in spacious villas and<br />
studios evoking an undeniably romantic atmosphere.<br />
Taste Test<br />
To satisfy all tastes and appetites, Holiday Inn Resort<br />
has a wide array <strong>of</strong> dining choices providing different<br />
cuisines all day. Sea Breeze Café & Terrace serves<br />
an expansive buffet and a la carte menu. For Italian<br />
fare, Terrazo Ristorante & Bar features a full Italian<br />
menu including antipasti, salads, pastas and main<br />
courses. Pizzas from a wood-fired oven and delicious<br />
desserts are also available. Sam’s Steak House serves<br />
exceptional food and wine in a sophisticated and<br />
intimate setting. They <strong>of</strong>fer sumptuous US and<br />
Australian cuts cooked to perfection. For authentic<br />
and fresh <strong>Thai</strong> cuisine, Charm <strong>Thai</strong> Restaurant is open<br />
all day serving a great variety <strong>of</strong> dishes and delicacies.<br />
The more casual The Bar, is perfect for meeting with<br />
friends and enjoying post-dinner drinks. Room service<br />
is also available for 24 hours.<br />
Service Deluxe<br />
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To keep guests relaxed and entertained, there are<br />
many facilities and activities <strong>of</strong>fered at the resort: two<br />
swimming pools with swim-up bar, Busakorn Wing<br />
swimming pool and Jacuzzis, Aspara Spa, beauty salon,<br />
laundry and dry cleaning service, fully-equipped fitness<br />
centre, mini-mart, portrait painting, <strong>Thai</strong> cooking<br />
lessons, car/ limousine rental, business centre, and<br />
meeting and conference facilities.<br />
Local Delights<br />
There are many things to do and see in Patong, with<br />
many excellent restaurants, various shopping centers<br />
and vibrant nightlife. Many travel agencies <strong>of</strong>fer<br />
sightseeing tours within Phuket and the nearby islands.<br />
Easy Access<br />
Holiday Inn Phuket has a perfect location that is<br />
convenient and accessible. It is located along the main<br />
beachfront and within close proximity to shopping<br />
and nightlife.<br />
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• Ideally situated on across Patong Beach<br />
with convenience with its entertainment<br />
and shopping area, a perfect choice for all<br />
with two distinct wings to choose from.<br />
• Holiday Inn Resort Phuket is certified<br />
as an <strong>of</strong>ficial 4-star hotel, and achieved<br />
Bronze Benchmark since 2009 for<br />
environmental and social policies by<br />
EarthCheck.<br />
• Nominated in the 2010 Travelers’<br />
Choice Award Winner on TripAdvsior<br />
as Top 10 family hotels in Asia Pacific.<br />
Holiday Inn Resort Phuket<br />
52 Thaweewong Road, Patong Beach,<br />
Phuket, 83150 <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
Tel: +66 76 340 608-9 Fax: +66 76 340 435<br />
Email: holiday@phuket.ksc.co.th<br />
Website: www.phuket.holiday-inn.com
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Royal Crown Hotel &<br />
Palm Spa Resort<br />
Ideally located among ten acres <strong>of</strong> lush tropical foliage, the Royal Crown<br />
Hotel & Palm Spa Resort <strong>of</strong>fers a picturesque view <strong>of</strong> the Patong hillside.<br />
The luxurious hotel and resort is a favoured destination for that well-<br />
deserved rest and recreation.<br />
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Royal Crown Hotel & Palm Spa Resort comprises <strong>of</strong><br />
151 well-appointed rooms and chalets featuring stylish<br />
interiors and modern conveniences. The guestrooms<br />
come in different types – Standard Room, Palm<br />
Deluxe, Hotel Building, and Bungalow. With a balcony<br />
in each room, it is possible to unwind while watching<br />
the sun set or admiring the well-manicured gardens<br />
and the free-form pool.<br />
Taste Test<br />
The poolside restaurant set within the hotel’s premises<br />
is the best place to sample popular <strong>Thai</strong> dishes as well<br />
as International favourites.<br />
Service Deluxe<br />
To provide guest convenience, there are many ways<br />
to keep them entertained and relaxed. Traditional <strong>Thai</strong><br />
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massage is on <strong>of</strong>fer as well as an open concept fitness<br />
center with a sauna/ herbal steam bath. The guests<br />
can also play tennis, snooker, and table tennis or do<br />
some laps in the different swimming pools. To those<br />
who want to explore the nearby attractions, they can<br />
inquire at the tour desk.<br />
Local Delights<br />
There are many attractions within a 30-minute drive or<br />
taxi ride from Patong. Check out the Phuket Butterfly<br />
Farm & Insectarium, <strong>Thai</strong> Village and Orchid Farm,<br />
Snake Farm, Chalong Temple and other sights to know<br />
more <strong>of</strong> the local culture.<br />
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Surrounded by trees and plants, the hotel and resort<br />
evokes an ambience <strong>of</strong> relaxation and comfort.<br />
Surprisingly, the vibrant nightlife, shopping and dining<br />
attractions <strong>of</strong> Patong Beach are within close proximity.<br />
Hospitality <strong>Standards</strong><br />
• Certified by Hotel Standard as 3 stars<br />
since 2008<br />
Royal Crown Hotel & Palm Spa Resort<br />
31 Nanai Road, Patong, Kathu, Phuket 83150<br />
Tel: +66 76 340 975-7, +66 76 340 463<br />
Fax: +66 76 340 376<br />
E-mail: info@royalcrownphuket.com<br />
Website: www.royalcrownphuket.com
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The Royal Paradise Hotel & Spa<br />
Ideally located in Phuket’s vibrant Patong Beach, The Royal Paradise Hotel &<br />
Spa is a certified four-star hotel which embodies the best in <strong>Thai</strong> hospitality<br />
and international standards. Although it is conveniently close to shopping<br />
and entertainment centers, it has maintained a paradise-like atmosphere<br />
throughout the hotel. From its sky lounge, the breathtaking view <strong>of</strong> the<br />
Andaman Sea and its nearby islands and mountain ranges can be enjoyed.<br />
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The hotel’s Royal Wing houses 102 well-appointed<br />
rooms while the Paradise Wing comprises <strong>of</strong> 248<br />
superior rooms and suites. The guest rooms come<br />
in different types depending on the needs and<br />
preferences <strong>of</strong> their guests. Most <strong>of</strong> the rooms have<br />
their own private balconies overlooking a panoramic<br />
view <strong>of</strong> Patong Bay or lush tropical foliage. Modern<br />
amenities furnished in each room are cable TV,<br />
tea/ c<strong>of</strong>fee making facilities, air conditioning, IDD<br />
telephone, personal safe, refrigerator, mini-bar, and<br />
wireless internet access.<br />
Taste Test<br />
For exciting gustatory delights, the hotel boasts <strong>of</strong><br />
three restaurants that serve different cuisines. Fueng<br />
Fah serves authentic <strong>Thai</strong> dishes, The Royal Kitchen<br />
<strong>of</strong>fers the best Cantonese cuisine overlooking Patong<br />
Bay and for exotic Arabic fare, Casablanca Restaurant<br />
prepares them. The Coconut C<strong>of</strong>fee Shop serves an<br />
a la carte menu <strong>of</strong> Asian and international favorites.<br />
For a live band entertainment or after dinner drinks,<br />
head to the Fountain Lounge overlooking the pool<br />
and gardens. Or choose the panoramic view <strong>of</strong> the<br />
Andaman Sea from the Sky Lounge at the tallest hotel<br />
tower on Phuket to accompany your drink.<br />
Service Deluxe<br />
To guests who want to experience holistic healing,<br />
the hotel has its own spa with a wide variety <strong>of</strong> body<br />
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and facial treatments. For recreation and outdoors,<br />
there are swimming pools, fitness center with sauna,<br />
diving shop and water sports. Other services include<br />
currency exchange, laundry service, postal service,<br />
florist, boutique and gift shop, 24-hour room service,<br />
hotel clinic and a parking area for 200 cars. They<br />
also <strong>of</strong>fer airport transfers and excursions to nearby<br />
islands.<br />
Business meetings and social functions can<br />
accommodate as many as 400 persons in the grand<br />
ballroom, but it can also cater to small and private<br />
functions. The state-<strong>of</strong>-the-art meeting rooms and<br />
grand ballroom have wireless internet access and<br />
are equipped with modern audio visual equipment<br />
and visual aids. Its business center also provides<br />
photocopying, printing and typing services.<br />
Local Delights<br />
The vibrant Patong area is home to the beach, shops,<br />
restaurants, clubs and bars where it is especially lively<br />
come nighttime. It is also the ideal place from which to<br />
go island hopping in the Andaman Sea.<br />
Easy Access<br />
The Royal Paradise Hotel & Spa is located within<br />
walking distance to the beach, nightlife and shopping<br />
center. It only takes 15 minutes to Phuket Town and an<br />
hour to Phuket International Airport.<br />
Hospitality <strong>Standards</strong><br />
• <strong>Thai</strong>land is known as “Land <strong>of</strong> Smiles”,<br />
an impression THE ROYAL PARADISE<br />
HOTEL & SPA happily use to promote<br />
tourism by focusing on its people’s<br />
hospitality. And if you spend any amount<br />
<strong>of</strong> time in, THE ROYAL PARADISE<br />
HOTEL & SPA you will understand why<br />
this slogan has stuck for so long,You<br />
can smile at a <strong>Thai</strong> and you can almost<br />
guarantee to get a smile back.<br />
• The Royal Paradise Hotel & Spa has<br />
been certified ISO 9001. The hotel<br />
has been awaeded by the Green Leaf<br />
Foundation for its strong commitment<br />
to the protection <strong>of</strong> environment. Our<br />
mission statement is to provide quality<br />
service, practical advice and flexible<br />
products that meets the need <strong>of</strong> our<br />
clients.<br />
The Royal Paradise Hotel & Spa<br />
135/23, 123/15-16 Rat-U-Thit 200 Pee Road,<br />
Patong, Kathu Phuket 83150<br />
Tel: +66 76 340 666<br />
Fax: +66 76 340 565<br />
Email: info@royalparadise.com<br />
Website: www.royalparadise.com
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Khao Lak Seaview Resort & Spa<br />
“Luxury Holiday in an<br />
Unspoiled Paradise”<br />
18/1 Moo 7 Nang Thong Beach, Petchsem Rd., Kukkak, Khaolak, Takuapa,Phang Nga, 82190 <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
Tel: +66 76 429 800 (Auto 30 Lines) Fax: +66 76 429 819<br />
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A unique tropical island experience with a panoramic<br />
Andaman sea view on Panwa beach, Phuket <strong>Thai</strong>land.<br />
7/6 Moo 6, Soi Bor-rea, Sakdidech Road, Muang, Phuket 83000 <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
Tel. +66 76 200282<br />
Fax. +66 76 200990<br />
Email: info@bytheseaphuket.com<br />
www.bytheseaphuket.com<br />
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Tastefully designed with some enchanting Sino-Portuguese<br />
influence on Karon beach, Phuket <strong>Thai</strong>land.<br />
1 Soi Karon Soi 4, Karon Road, Muang, Phuket 83100 <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
Tel. +66 76 398111 • Fax. +66 76 398177 • Email: info@andamanphuket.com<br />
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Holidays Fulfilled...<br />
113 Moo2 Ao Nang Beach, Muang, Krabi 81000<br />
Tel: +6675 637 270-4 Fax: +6675 695 072 E-mail: info@aonangvilla.com<br />
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Chic, Contemporary and Secluded-<br />
Mai Samui Beach Resort & Spa is<br />
the peaceful resort on Laem Yai<br />
beach, Samui <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
Welcome to MAI Samui Beach Resort & SPA<br />
Mai Samui Beach Resort & Spa, Koh Samui -<br />
Rated internationally as a 5-star resort.<br />
Our Samui Beach Resort is chic, contemporary and<br />
secluded, the Mai Samui Beach Resort & Spa brings new<br />
style and standards to <strong>Thai</strong>land's favourite island getaway.<br />
This exceptional resort occupies a prime location beside<br />
the renowned Laem Yai Beach.<br />
Mai Samui Beach Resort & Spa <strong>of</strong>fers luxurious rooms<br />
and suites just steps from the sands <strong>of</strong> Laem Yai Beach on<br />
the west <strong>of</strong> Samui Island...<br />
2/6 Moo 5, Laem Yai, Angthong, Koh Samui, Suratthani 84140 <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
Tel. +66 77 914 600-4 Fax. +66 77 914 611 Email: info@maisamui.com<br />
www.maisamui.com<br />
Best Western Phuket<br />
Ocean Resort<br />
Best Western Phuket Ocean is situated at Karon beach on the<br />
hillside among the coconut groves overlooking Karon beach and<br />
Karon lagoon. We <strong>of</strong>fer the utmost comfort accommodations amid<br />
the lavish setting <strong>of</strong> Karon beach. We are proud to be one <strong>of</strong> the<br />
best-valued vacation resorts in Phuket. You will truly enjoy seeing<br />
the sunset beyond Karon lagoon and walking along the beautiful<br />
fine sand beach <strong>of</strong> Karon beach. Resign yourself to the comfort <strong>of</strong><br />
an exclusively appointed hillside resort hotel.<br />
562 Patak Rd., Karon Beach, Phuket <strong>Thai</strong>land 83100<br />
Tel: +66 76 396599, +66 76 286100-1<br />
Fax: +66 76 396470, + 66 76 396177<br />
Email: info@phuketocean.com<br />
www.phuketocean.com<br />
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Best Western Premier Bangtao<br />
Beach Resort and Spa<br />
“Relax and play in paradise at our full-service beach resort<br />
located directly on the white sand beach <strong>of</strong> Bangtao bay <strong>of</strong> Phuket.<br />
Enjoy spacious rooms with private balconies and stunning Andaman<br />
sea views. There’s plenty to keep you occupied while visiting us.<br />
Whether you’re planning a romantic get-away or family vacation,<br />
there’s something for everyone.”<br />
124/29 Moo#3, T. Cheung Thalay, Thalang, Phuket <strong>Thai</strong>land 83110<br />
Tel: +66 76 270680-5<br />
Fax: +66 76 270679, +66 76 270686<br />
Email: info@bangtaobeach.com<br />
www.bangtaobeach.com
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Amari Watergate Bangkok<br />
847 Petchburi Road, Bangkok 10400<br />
Tel: +66 2 653 9000 Fax: +66 2 653 9045<br />
E-mail: watergate@amari.com<br />
Website: www.amari.com<br />
Banyan Tree Bangkok<br />
21/100 South Sathorn Road, Sathorn, Bangkok 10120<br />
Tel: +66 2 679 1200 Fax: +66 2 679 1199<br />
E-mail: bangkok@banyantree.com<br />
Website: www.banyantree.com<br />
Bangkok Marriott Resort & Spa<br />
257 Charoennakorn Road, Bangkok 10600<br />
Tel: +66 2 476 0022 Fax: +66 2 476 1120<br />
E-mail: bangkokmarriott@minornet.com<br />
Website: www.marriott.com/BKKTH<br />
Centara Grand at CentralWorld<br />
999/99 Rama1 Road, Pathumwan, Bangkok 10330<br />
Tel: +66 2 100 1234 Fax: +66 2100 1235<br />
E-mail: cgcw@chr.co.th<br />
Website: www.centarahotelsresorts.com<br />
Conrad Bangkok Hotel<br />
All Seasone Place, 87 Wireless Road, Pathumwan, Bangkok 10330<br />
Tel: +66 2 690 9999 Fax: +66 2 690 9000<br />
E-mail: info@conradbangkok.com<br />
Website: www.ConradHotels.com<br />
The Imperial Queen’s Park Hotel<br />
199 Sukhumvit Soi 22, Bangkok 10110<br />
Tel: +66 2 261 9000 Fax: +66 2 261 9530-4<br />
E-mail: queenspark@imperialhotels.com<br />
Website: www.imperialhotels.com<br />
Dusit Thani Bangkok<br />
946 Rama IV Rd., Silom, Bangrak, Bangkok 10500<br />
Tel: +66 2 200 9000 Fax: +66 2 236 6400<br />
E-mail: dtbkdosm@dusit.com, dtbkprmgr@dusit.com<br />
Website: www.dusit.com<br />
InterContinental Bangkok<br />
973 Ploenchit Rd., Lumpini, Phathumwan, Bangkok 10330<br />
Tel: +66 2 656 0444 Fax: +66 2 656 0555<br />
E-mail: intercon@ihgbangkok.com<br />
Website: www.intercontinental.com/icbangkok<br />
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JW Marriott Bangkok<br />
4 Sukhumvit Soi 2, Bangkok 10110<br />
Tel: +66 2 656 7700 Fax: +66 2 656 7711<br />
E-mail: bookmarriott@marriotthotels.com<br />
Website: www.marriott.com<br />
The Peninsula Bangkok<br />
333 Charoennakorn Road, Klongsan, Bangkok 10600<br />
Tel: +66 2 861 2888 Fax: +66 2 861 1112<br />
E-mail: pbk@peninsula.com<br />
Website: peninsula.com/bangkok<br />
Mandarin Oriental, Bangkok<br />
48 Oriental Avenue, Bangkok 10500<br />
Tel: +66 2 659 9000 Fax: +66 2 659 0000<br />
E-mail: mobkk-enquiry@mohg.com<br />
Website: www.mandarinoriental.com<br />
Pullman Bangkok King Power<br />
8/2 Rangnam Road, Thanon-Phayathai, Ratchathewi, Bangkok 10400<br />
Tel: +66 2 680 9999 Fax: +66 2 680 9998<br />
E-mail: rsvn@pullmanbangkokkingpower.com<br />
Website: www.pullmanbangkokkingpower.com<br />
Ramada Plaza<br />
Menam Riverside Bangkok<br />
2074 Charoenkrung Rd., Bangkorlaem, Bangkok 10120<br />
Tel: +66 2 688 1000 Fax: +66 2 291 9400<br />
E-mail: menam@ramadaplazamenamriverside.com<br />
Website: www.ramadaplazamenamriverside.com<br />
Shangri-La Hotel, Bangkok<br />
89 Soi Wat Suan Plu, New Road, Bangrak, Bangkok 10500<br />
Tel: +66 2 236 7777 Fax: +66 2 236 8579<br />
E-mail: slbk@shangri-la.com<br />
Website: www.shangri-la.com<br />
Royal Orchid Sheraton Hotel<br />
& Towers<br />
Bangkok<br />
2 Charoenkrung Soi 30, Captain Bush Lane, Sipraya, Bangrak, Bangkok<br />
10500 Tel: +66 2 266 0123 Fax: +66 2 236 8320<br />
E-mail: info@ sheraton.com Website: www.sheraton.com/bangkok<br />
Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit<br />
250 Sukhumvit Road, Bangkok 10110<br />
Tel: +66 2 649 8888 Fax: +66 2 649 8000<br />
E-mail: grande.sukhumvit@luxurycollection.com<br />
Website: www.sheratongrandesukhumvit.com<br />
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Siam City Hotel<br />
477 Si Ayuthaya Road, Bangkok 10400<br />
Tel: +66 2 247 0123 Fax: +66 2 247 0165<br />
E-mail: siamcity@siamhotels.com<br />
Website: www.siamhotels.com<br />
S<strong>of</strong>itel Bangkok Silom<br />
188 Silom Road, Bangkok, 10500<br />
Tel: +66 2 238 1991 Fax: +66 2 238 1999<br />
E-mail: H3616@s<strong>of</strong>itel.com<br />
Website: www.s<strong>of</strong>itel.com<br />
S<strong>of</strong>itel Centara Grand Bangkok<br />
1695 Phaholyothin Rd., Chatuchak, Bangkok 10900<br />
Tel: +66 2 541 1234 Fax: +66 2 541 1087<br />
E-mail: scgb@chr.co.th<br />
Website: www.centarahotelsresorts.com<br />
The Sukhothai Bangkok<br />
13/3 South Sathorn Road, Bangkok 10120<br />
Tel: +66 2 344 8888 Fax: +66 2 344 8899<br />
E-mail: info@sukhothai.com<br />
Website: www.sukhothai.com<br />
Swissotel Le Concorde Bangkok<br />
204 Ratchadapisek Road, Huay Kwang, Bangkok 10320<br />
Tel: +66 2 694 2222 Fax: +66 2 694 2223<br />
E-mail: bangkok-leconcorde@swissotel.com<br />
Website: www.swissotel.com/bangkok-le concorde<br />
The Westin Grande Sukhumvit,<br />
Bangkok<br />
259 Sukhumvit Road, Klongtoey Nua, Wattana, Bangkok 10110<br />
Tel: +66 2 207 8000 Fax: +66 2 255 2441<br />
E-mail: bangkok@westin.com Website: www.westin.com/bangkok<br />
VIE Hotel Bangkok<br />
117/39-40 Phaya <strong>Thai</strong> Road Ratchathewi, Bangkok 10400<br />
Tel: +66 2 309 3939 Fax: +66 2 3093838<br />
E-mail: info@viehotelbangkok.com<br />
Website: www.viehotelbangkok.com, www.accorhotels.com<br />
Amari Atrium Bangkok<br />
New Petchburi Road, Bangkapi, Huaykwang, Bangkok 10310<br />
Tel: +66 2 718 2000-1 Fax: +66 2 718 2002<br />
Website: www.amari.com<br />
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Amari Boulevard Hotel<br />
2 Soi 5, Sukhumvit Road, Bangkok 10110<br />
Tel: +66 2 255 2930 Fax: +66 2 255 2950<br />
Website: www.amari.com/boulevard<br />
Ambassador Hotel Bangkok<br />
171 Sukhumvit 11 Bangkok 10110<br />
Tel: +66 2 254 0444 Fax: +66 2 253 4123<br />
E-mail: info@amtel.co.th<br />
Website: www.amtel.co.th<br />
Amari Don Muang Bangkok<br />
333 Moo 10 Chertwudthakas Rd., Srikan, Don Muang, Bangkok 10210<br />
Tel: +66 2 566 1020 Fax: +66 2 566 1941<br />
Website: www.amari.com<br />
A-One Bangkok Hotel<br />
9 Soonvijai 4, New Petchburi Road, Bangkok 10329<br />
Tel: +66 2 718 1030-43 Fax: +66 2 718 1044<br />
E-mail: a-onehotel@a-onehotel.com<br />
Website: www.a-onehotel.com<br />
Arnoma Hotel Bangkok<br />
99 Ratchadamri Road, Pathumwan, Bangkok 10330<br />
Tel: +66 2 655 5555 Fax: +66 2 655 7555<br />
E-mail: arnoma@arnoma.com<br />
Website: www.arnoma.com<br />
Bangkok Hotel Lotus<br />
Sukhumvit Managed by Accor<br />
1 Soi Daeng Udom, Sukhumvit 33 rd., Klongton Nua, Wattana,<br />
Bangkok 10110 Tel: +66 2 610 0111 Fax: +66 2 262 1700<br />
E-mail: res@hotellotussukhumvit.com<br />
Website: www.hotellotussukhumvit.com<br />
Asia Hotel, Bangkok<br />
296 Phaythai Road, Ratchathewi, Bangkok 10400<br />
Tel: +66 2 217 0808 Fax: +66 2 215 4360<br />
E-mail: Bangkok@asiahotel.co.th<br />
Website: www.asiahotel.co.th<br />
Century Park Hotel<br />
9 Ratchaprarop Rd., Victory Monument-Pratunam,<br />
Makkasan, Ratchathewi, Bangkok 10400<br />
Tel: +66 2 246 7800 Fax: +66 2 246 7197<br />
E-mail: info@centuryparkhotel.com<br />
Website: www.centuryparkhotel.com<br />
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Dusit Princess Srinakarin, Bangkok<br />
53 Srinakarin Rd., Nongbon, Pravet, Bangkok 10250<br />
Tel: +66 2 721 8400 Fax: +66 2 721 8432-3<br />
E-mail: dpsb@dusit.com<br />
Website: www.dusitprincesssrinakarin.dusit.com<br />
The Four Wings Hotel, Bangkok<br />
40 Sukhumvit Soi 26 Road, Klongtoey, Bangkok 10110<br />
Tel: +66 2 260 2100 Fax: +66 2 260 2343<br />
E-mail: info@fourwingshotel.com<br />
Website: www.fourwingshotel.com<br />
Eastin Hotel Makkasan Bangkok<br />
1091/343 New Patchburi Road, Makkasan, Rajthevee, Bangkok 10400<br />
Tel:+66 2 651 7600 Fax: +66 2 251 7588<br />
E-mail: rsvn@eastinbangkokhotel.com<br />
Website: www.eastinbangkokhotel.com<br />
Golden Tulip Sovereign Hotel<br />
– Bangkok<br />
92 Soi Saengcham, Rama 9 Road, Huay Kwang, Bangkok 10320<br />
Tel: +662 641 4777 Fax: +662 641 4884<br />
E-mail: info@goldentulipbangkok.com<br />
Website: www.goldentulipbangkok.com<br />
Grand Diamond Plaza Suites Hotel<br />
888 Petchburi Road, Pratunam, Rajthevi, Bangkok 10400<br />
Tel: +66 2 656 6888 Fax: +66 2 656 6557<br />
E-mail: info@granddiamondsuites.com<br />
Website: www.granddiamondsuites.com<br />
The Imperial Tara, Bangkok<br />
18/1, Sukhumvit Soi 26, Bangkok 10110,<br />
Tel: +66 2 259 2900 Fax: +66 2 259 2896<br />
E-mail: pr@imperialtara.com,<br />
Website: www.imperialtara.com<br />
Holiday Inn Bangkok Silom<br />
981 Silom Rd., Bangrak, Bangkok 10500<br />
Tel: +66 2 238 4300 Fax: +66 2 238 5289<br />
E-mail: reservations@holidayinnsilom.com<br />
Website: www.holidayinn.com/silom<br />
Indra Regent Hotel<br />
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Bangkok<br />
120/126 Rajaprarop Rd., Bangkok 10400<br />
Tel: +66 2 208 0022, +66 2 208 0033 Fax: +66 2 208 0388-89<br />
E-mail: sales@indrahotel.com<br />
Website: www.indrahotel.com
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Montien Hotel- Bangkok<br />
54 Surawongse Rd., Siphaya, Bangrak, Bangkok 10500<br />
Tel: +66 2 233 7060-9 Fax: +66 2 236 5218-9<br />
E-mail: bangkok@montien.com Website: www.montien.com<br />
Novotel Bangkok On Siam Square<br />
392/44 Siam Square Soi 6, Bangkok 10330<br />
Tel: +66 2 209 8888 Fax: +66 2 255 1824<br />
E-mail: reserve@novotelbkk.com<br />
Website: www.novotelbkk.com<br />
Narai Hotel<br />
222 Silom Road, Bangrak, Bangkok 10500<br />
Tel: +66 2 237 0100 Fax: +66 2 236 7161<br />
E-mail: narai@naraihotel.co.th<br />
Website: www.naraihotel.co.th<br />
Novotel Bangna Bangkok<br />
333 Srinakarin Road, Nongbon, Pravet, Bangkok 10250<br />
Tel: +66 2 366 0505 Fax: +66 2 366 0506<br />
E-mail: reservations@novotelbangnabangkok.com<br />
Website: www.novotelbangnabangkok.com<br />
Pathumwan Princess Hotel<br />
444 MBK Center, Phayathai Rd., Wangmai, Phathumwan, Bangkok<br />
10330<br />
Tel: +66 2 216 3700 Fax: +66 2 216-3730<br />
E-mail: ppmb@dusit.com Website: www.pprincess.com<br />
Rama Gardens Hotel Bangkok<br />
9/9 Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Laksi, Bangkok<br />
Tel: +66 2 558 7888 Fax: +662 558 7899<br />
E-mail: rama@ramagardenshotel.com<br />
Website: www.ramagardenshotel.com<br />
Prince Palace Hotel<br />
488/800 Bo Bae Tower Damrongrak Road, Klong Mahanak, Pomprab,<br />
Bangkok 10100<br />
Tel: +66 2 628 1111 Fax: +66 2 628 1000<br />
E-mail: info@princepalace.co.th Website: www.princepalace.co.th<br />
Rembrandt Hotel & Towers Bangkok<br />
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Bangkok<br />
19 Sukhumvit Soi 18, Sukhumvit Road, Klong Toei, Bangkok 10110<br />
Tel: +66 2 261 7100 Fax: +66 2 261 7011<br />
E-mail: reservations@rembrandtbkk.com<br />
Website: www.rembrandtbkk.com
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Royal Princess Larn Luang Hotel,<br />
Bangkok<br />
269 Larn Luang Road, Pomprab, Bangkok 10100<br />
Tel: +66 2 281 3088 Fax: +66 2 280 1314<br />
E-mail: benjarat@royalprincesslarnluang.com<br />
Website: www.RoyalPrincessLarnLuang.com<br />
all seasons Bangkok Sathorn Hotel<br />
31 South Sathorn Road, Thungmahamek, Sathorn, Bangkok 10120<br />
Tel: +66 2 343 6333 Fax: +66 2 343 6335<br />
E-mail: contact@allseasons-sathorn.com<br />
Website: www.allseasons-sathorn.com<br />
Alexander Hotel Bangkok<br />
1 Ramkhamhaeng 83/3 (Alexander), Ramkhamhaeng Rd., Huamark,<br />
Bangkapi, Bangkok 10240 Tel: +66 2 715 8888 Fax: +66 2 715 8899<br />
E-mail: reservation@alexanderhotel.co.th<br />
Website: www.alexanderhotel.co.th<br />
Bangkok Rama Hotel<br />
1546 Pattanakarn Road, Suan-Luang, Bangkok 10250<br />
Tel: +66 2 722 6602-10, +66 2 322 7723-7 Fax: +66 2 722 6612<br />
Website: www.bangkok-hotel.com<br />
Grande Ville Hotel<br />
903 Mahachai Rd., Wang Burapa, Bangkok 10200<br />
Tel: +66 2 225 0050 Fax: +66 2 225 7593<br />
E-mail: marketing@grandevillehotel.com, Sales@grandevillehotel.com<br />
Website: www.grandevillehotel.com<br />
S.D. Avenue Hotel<br />
94 Borommarat Chachonnani Road, Bang Bamru,<br />
Bang Phlat, Bangkok 10700<br />
Tel: +66 2 813 3111 Fax: +66 2 813 3131<br />
E-mail: hotel@sdavenue.com, Website: www.sdavenue.com<br />
Pinnacle Lumpinee Hotel & Spa<br />
17 Soi Ngam Du Pli, Rama 4 Road, Sathorn, Bangkok 10120<br />
Tel: +66 2 287 0111-21 Fax: +66 2 287 3420<br />
E-mail: pinhl@loxinfo.co.th<br />
Website: www.Pinnaclehotels.com<br />
ST. James Hotel<br />
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18 Sukhumvit Soi 26 Rd., Klongton, Klongtoey, Bangkok 10110<br />
Tel: +66 2 261 0890-7 Fax: +66 2 261 0902-3<br />
E-mai: reservation@stjamesbangkok.com<br />
Website: www.stjamesbangkok.com<br />
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Viengtai Hotel<br />
42 Rambuttri Road, Banglampu, Pranakorn, Bangkok 10200<br />
Tel: +66 2 280 5434-45 Fax: +66 2 281 8153<br />
E-mail: info@viengtai.co.th<br />
Website: www.viengtai.co.th<br />
City Lodge Soi 9<br />
Sukhumvit 9, Sukhumvit Road, Bangkok 10110<br />
Tel: +66 2 253 7705 Fax: +66 2 255 4667<br />
Website: www.oamhotels.com/citylodge9<br />
City Lodge Soi 19<br />
8 / 2-6 Sukhumvit Soi 19, Sukhumvit Road, Wattana, Bangkok 10110<br />
Tel: +66 2 254 4783-5 Fax: +66 2 255 7340<br />
Website: www.oamhotels.com/citylodge19<br />
Malaysia Hotel<br />
54 Soi Ngam Duplee, Rama 4 Rd., Sathorn, Bangkok 10120<br />
Tel: +66 2 679 7127-36 Fax: +66 2 287 1457-58<br />
E-mail: info@malaysiahotelbkk.com<br />
Website: www.malaysiahotelbkk.com.<br />
Baan Amphawa Resort and Spa<br />
22 Bangkapom-kaewfah, Amphawa, Samut Songkhram 75110<br />
Tel: +66 34 752 222 Fax: +66 34 752 229<br />
E-mail: reservations@baanamphawa.com<br />
Website: www.baanamphawa.com<br />
Ayutthaya Grand Hotel<br />
55/29 Moo 1, T. Tanoo, A. U-<strong>Thai</strong>, Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya 13000<br />
Tel: +66 35 335 483-89 Fax: +66 35 335 492<br />
E-mail:rsvn@aygrandhotel.com<br />
Website: www.aygrandhotel.com<br />
Novotel Suvarnabhumi Airport Hotel<br />
999 Suvanaphumi Airport Bldg., Nongprue, Bangplee, Samut Prakarn<br />
10540 Tel: +66 2 131 1111 Fax: +66 2 131 1178<br />
E-mail: info@novotelairportbkk.com<br />
Website: www.novotelairportbkk.com<br />
Pasak Hillside Resort<br />
11 Moo 1, Nikom Lumnarai, Chaibadan, Lop Buri 15130<br />
Tel: +66 2 833 8212-14 Fax: +66 2 833 8211<br />
E-mail: pasak_resort@betagro.com<br />
Website: www.pasakhillside.com<br />
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Anantara Golden Triangle<br />
Resort & Spa<br />
229 Moo 1, Chiang Saen, Chiang Rai 57150<br />
Tel: +66 53 784 084 Fax: +66 53 784 090<br />
E-mail: goldentriangle@anantara.com<br />
Website: www.anantara.com<br />
dusitD2 chiang mai<br />
100 Chang Klan Road, Chiang Mai 50100<br />
Tel: +66 53 999 999 Fax: +66 53 999 900<br />
E-mail: d2cm@dusit.com<br />
Website: http://dusitd2chiangmai.dusit.com<br />
The Chedi Chiang Mai<br />
123 Charoen Prathet Road, T.Changklan, A.Muang, Chiang Mai 50100<br />
Tel: +66 53 253 333 Fax: +66 53 253 352<br />
E-mail: chedichiangmai@ghmhotels.com<br />
Website: www.ghmhotels.com<br />
Dusit Island Resort,Chiang Rai<br />
1129 Kraisorasit Road, Vieng District, Amphur Muang,<br />
Chiang Rai 57000<br />
Tel: +66 53 607 999 Fax: +66 53 715 801<br />
E-mail: dicr@dusit.com Website: http://dusitislandresort.dusit.com<br />
Four Seasons Resort Chiang Mai<br />
Mae Rim - Samoeng Old Road, Amphur Mae Rim, Chiang Mai 50180<br />
Tel: +66 53 298 181 Fax: +66 53 298 189<br />
E-mail: reservations.@fourseasons.com<br />
Website: www.fourseasons.com/chiangmai<br />
Rati Lanna Riverside<br />
Spa Resort, Chiang Mai<br />
33 Changklan Road, Muang, Chiang Mai 50100<br />
Tel: +66 53 999 333 Fax: +66 53 999 332<br />
E-mail: info@ratilannachiangmai.com<br />
Website: www.ratilannachiangmai.com<br />
Iyara Park Hotel & Resort<br />
55 Moo 4, Hattanong, Muang, Uthai Thani 61000<br />
Tel: +66 56 516 333 Fax: +66 56 516 222<br />
E-mail: reservation@iyarapark.com<br />
Website: www.iyarapark.com<br />
Shangri-La Hotel, Chiang Mai<br />
89/8 Changklan Rd. Muang, Chiang Mai 50100<br />
Tel: +66 53 253 888 Fax: +66 53 253 800<br />
E-mail: slcm@shangri-la.com<br />
Website: www.shangri-la.com<br />
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Amari Rincome Chiang Mai<br />
1 Nimmanhaeminda Rd., Muang, Chiang Mai 50200<br />
Tel: +66 53 221 130 Fax: +66 53 221 915<br />
E-mail: reservations@rincome.amari.com<br />
Website: www.amari.com/rincome<br />
Chiang Mai Plaza Hotel<br />
92 Sridonchai Road, Night Bazaar, Chiang Mai 50100<br />
Tel: +66 53 903 161-80 Fax: +66 53 279 457<br />
E-mail: cnxplaza@loxinfo.co.th<br />
Website: www.cnxplaza.com<br />
Amora Tapae Hotel Chiang Mai<br />
22 Chaiyapoom Road, Changmoi, Muang, Chiang Mai 50300<br />
Tel: +66 53 251 531 Fax: +66 53 251 465<br />
E-mail: info-cnx@amoragroup.com<br />
Website: www.amorahotels.com<br />
The Empress Hotel<br />
199/42 Chang Klan Rd., Chiang Mai 50100<br />
Tel: +66 53 253 199 Fax: +66 53 272 467<br />
E-mail: info@empresshotels.com<br />
Website: www.empresshotels.com<br />
Golden Pine Resort & Spa, Chiangrai<br />
291 Moo 4 Baan Muang Kham,Tambol Nang Lae, Chiang Rai 57100<br />
Tel: +66 53 706270-9 Fax: +66 53 706280<br />
E-mail: rsvn@goldenpineresort.net<br />
Website: www.goldenpineresorts.com<br />
Panviman Chiang Mai Spa Resort<br />
197/2 Moo 1, Pong Yeang, Mae Rim, Chiang Mai 50180<br />
Tel: +66 53 879 540-50 Fax: +66 53 879 495<br />
E-mail: rsvn_chiangmai@panviman.com, reservations@panviman.com<br />
Website: www.panviman.com<br />
The Imperial Mae Ping Hotel<br />
153 Sridonchai Rd., Changklan, Muang, Chiang Mai 50100<br />
Tel: +66 53 283 900 Fax: +66 53 270 181<br />
E-mail: maeping@imperialhotels.com<br />
Website: www.imperialmaeping.com<br />
Wiang Inn<br />
893 Phaholyothin road, A. Muang, Chiang Rai 57000<br />
Tel: +66 53 711 533 Fax: +66 53 711 877<br />
Website: www.wianginn.com<br />
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Angkhang Nature Resort<br />
1/1 M.5 Baan Koom, Mae Ngon, Fang, Chiang Mai 50320<br />
Tel: +66 53 450 110 Fax: +66 53 450 120<br />
E-mail: angkhang@amari.com<br />
Website: www.oamhotels.com/angkhang<br />
Holiday Garden Hotel & Resort<br />
Address: 16/16 Huay Kaew Rd., Muang, Chiang Mai 50300<br />
Tel: +66 53 211 333, +66 53 210 901-4 Fax: +66 53 210 905<br />
E-mail: info@holidaygardenhotelandresort.com<br />
Website: www.holidaygardenhotelandresort.com<br />
Eurasia Chiang Mai Hotel<br />
1 Likkasithravidhee Rd., Nong Pakrang, Muang, Chiang Mai 50000<br />
Tel: +66 53 247 790-6 Fax: +66 53 247 797<br />
E-mail: chiangmai@eurasiahotels.com<br />
Website: www.eurasiahotelhotels.com<br />
The Imperial Golden Triangle Resort<br />
222 Golden Triangle, Chiang Saen, Chiang Rai 57150<br />
Tel: +66 53 784 001-5 Fax: +66 53 784 006<br />
E-mail: goldentriangle@imperialhotels.com<br />
Website: www.imperialhotels.com<br />
The Imperial Tara<br />
Mae Hong Son Resort<br />
149 Moo.8,Pang Moo, City District, Mae Hong Son 58000<br />
Tel: +66 53 684 444-9 Fax: +66 53 684 440<br />
E-mail: taramaehongson@imperialhotels.com<br />
Website: www.imperialhotels.com<br />
The Park Hotel, Chiang Mai<br />
444 Chang Klan Road, Chiang Mai 50100<br />
Tel: +66 53 279 948 Fax: +66 53 279 979<br />
E-mail: rsvnpark@empresshotels.com<br />
Website: www.empresshotels.com<br />
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Pullman Khon Kaen Raja<br />
Orchid<br />
9/9 Parchasamran Rd., Muang, Khon Kaen 40000<br />
Tel: +66 43 322 155 Fax: 66 43 322 150<br />
E-mail: pullman@pullmankhonkaen.com<br />
Website: www.pullmankhonkaen.com<br />
Dusit Princess, Korat<br />
1137 Suranarai Road, Naimuang District, Amphur Muang,<br />
Nakhon Ratchasima 30000<br />
Tel: +66 44 256 629-35 Fax: +66 44 256 601<br />
E-mail: dpko@dust.com Website: dusitprincesskorat.dusit.com<br />
Charoen Thani , Khon Kaen<br />
260 Srichan Road, Amphur Muang, Khon Kaen 40000<br />
Tel: +66 43 220 400-14 Fax: +66 43 220 438<br />
E-mail: rsvn@charoenthanikhonkaen.com<br />
Website: www.charoenthanikhonkaen.com<br />
Loei Palace Hotel<br />
167/4 Charoenrat Road, A.Muang, Loei 42000<br />
Tel: +66 42 815 668-73 Fax: +66 42 815 675-76<br />
E-mail: reservations@loeipalace.com<br />
Website: www.oamhotels.com/loeipalace<br />
Taksila<br />
1227/68 Somthawilrat Rd., Tumbon Talat, Amphoe Muang,<br />
Maha Sarakham 44000<br />
Tel: +66 43 719 999 Fax: +66 43 719 909<br />
E-mail: taksilahotel@gmail.com Website: www.taksilahotel.com<br />
Bussarakam Hotel<br />
68 Pimpasut Road, Muang, Khon Kaen 40000<br />
Tel: +66 43 333 666 Fax: +66 43 241 222<br />
E-mail: bussarakamhotel@yahoo.com, rsvn_bussarakam@hotmail.<br />
com,fosnplace@gmail.com Website: www.bussarakamhotel.com<br />
The Bonanza Khao Yai Hotel<br />
236 Moo 5 Tanarat Rd., Tambon Kanongpra, Pakchong,<br />
Nakhon Ratchasima 30130 Tel: +66 44 921 113-5<br />
Fax: +66 44 921 111 E-mail: service@bonanza-khaoyai.com<br />
Website: www.bonanza-khaoyai.com<br />
New Pattana Hotel<br />
227/68 Talat, Muang, Maha Sarakham 44000<br />
Tel: +66 43 719 900 Fax: +66 43 711 988<br />
E-mail: taksilahotel@gmail.com<br />
Website: www.taksila.com<br />
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Pattana Hotel<br />
45/6 Somthawilrad Rd.,Talad Munang, Maha Sarakham<br />
Tel: +66 43 711 979 Fax: +66 43 741 000<br />
Website: www.taksilahotel.com<br />
Aiyapura Resort&Spa,<br />
Koh Chang<br />
29 moo 3, Chang Island district, Trat 23170<br />
Tel: +66 39 555 111, +66 2 862 1611 Fax: +66 2 862 1050<br />
E-mail: rsvn@aiyapura.com Website: www.aiyapura.com<br />
Amari Orchid Pattaya<br />
(Ocean Tower)<br />
240 Moo 5, Pattaya-Naklua Rd., Tambon Naklua, Banglamung,<br />
Chon Buri 20150 Tel: +66 38 418 418 Fax: +66 38 418 410<br />
E-mail: orchid@amari.com Website: www.amari.com/orchid/<br />
Amari Emerald Cove Resort,<br />
KohChang<br />
88/8 Moo 4, Tambol Koh Chang, Koh Chang, Trat 23170<br />
Tel: +66 39 552 000 Fax: +66 39 552 001<br />
Website: www.amari.com/emeraldcove<br />
Dusit Thani Pattaya<br />
240/2 Pattaya Beach Rd., Pattaya City, Chon Buri 20150<br />
Tel: +66 38 425 611-7 Fax: +66 38 428 239<br />
E-mail: dtpa@dusit.com<br />
Website: www.dusitthanipattaya.dusit.com<br />
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Paradee<br />
Koh Samet 76, Moo 4 T. Phe, A.Muang, Rayong 21160<br />
Tel: +66 38 644 283-8 Fax: +66 38 644 290<br />
E-mail: reservation@paradeeresort.com, rsv@samedresorts.com<br />
Website: www.paradeeresort.com, www.samedresorts.com<br />
Pullman Pattaya Aisawan<br />
445/ 3 Moo 5, Wongamart Beach, Pattaya-Naklua Road, Soi 16, Pattaya,<br />
Chon Buri 20150 Tel: 66 38 411940-8 Fax: 66 38 411 949<br />
E-mail: info@pullmanpattayaaisawan.com<br />
Website: www.pullmanpattayaaisawan.com<br />
Pattaya Marriott Resort & Spa<br />
218 M.10, Beach Road, Pattaya, Chon Buri 20260<br />
Tel: +66 38 412120 Fax: +66 38 429 926<br />
E-mail: pattayamarriott@minornet.com<br />
Website: www.marriott.com/PYXMC<br />
Royal Cliff Hotels Group<br />
353 Phra Tamnuk Road Pattaya, Chon Buri 20150<br />
Tel: +66 38 250 421 Fax: +66 38 250 141<br />
E-mail: info@royalcliff.com<br />
Website: www.royalcliff.com<br />
The Zign Hotel<br />
555/65 Moo 5, 12 Naklua Road, Banglamung, Chon Buri 20150<br />
Tel: +66 38 909 800-20 Fax: +66 38 909 888-90<br />
E-mail: info@thezignhotel.com<br />
Website: www.thezignhotel.com<br />
A-One The Royal Cruise Hotel,<br />
Pattaya<br />
499 North Pattaya Beach Road, Pattaya, Chon Buri 20260<br />
Tel: +66 38 259 555 Fax: +66 38 424 242<br />
E-mail: a-onehotel@a-onehotel.com Website: www.a-onehotel.com<br />
Amari Orchid Pattaya<br />
(Garden Wing)<br />
Pattaya Beach, Pattaya, Chon Buri 20150<br />
Tel: +66 38 418 418 Fax: +66 38 418 410<br />
E-mail: orchid@amari.com Website: www.amari.com/orchid/<br />
Asia Pattaya Hotel, Pattaya<br />
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352 Moo 12 Pratamnak Road, Nongprue, Pattaya City, Chon Buri 20150<br />
Tel: +66 38 250 401-11 Fax: +66 38 250 496<br />
E-mail: pattaya@asiahotel.co.th<br />
Website: www.asiahotel.co.th
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Cholchan Pattaya Resort<br />
19 Moo 1, Nagulea, Banglamung, Pattaya, Chon Buri 20150<br />
Tel: +66 38 702 777, +66 83 888 1515 Fax: +66 38 702 778<br />
E-mail: cholchan@pattayaresort.com<br />
Website: www.pattayaresort.com<br />
Long Beach Garden Hotel & Spa<br />
499/7 Moo 5, Banglamung, Chon Buri 20150<br />
Tel: +66 38 414616-26 Fax: +66 38 424068-9<br />
E-mail: info@longbeachgardenhotel.com<br />
Website: www.longbeachgardenhotel.com<br />
Hard Rock Hotel Pattaya<br />
429 M.9 Pattaya Beach Rd., Nongprue, Banglamung, Chon Buri 20150<br />
Tel: +66 38 428 755-9 Fax: +66 38 421 673<br />
E-mail: rooms.pattaya@hardrockhotels.net<br />
Website: www.hardrockhotels.net<br />
The Montien Hotel Pattaya<br />
369 Pattaya 2nd Road, Nongprue, Banglamung, Chon Buri 20150<br />
Tel: +66 38 428 155 Fax: +66 38 423 155<br />
E-mail: pattaya@montien.com<br />
Website: www.montien.com<br />
Novotel Rayong Rim Pae Resort<br />
4/5,4/48 Moo 3, Pae-Klaeng-Kram Road, T.Chark Pong, A.Klaeng,<br />
Rayong 2119 Tel: +66 38 648 008 Fax: +66 38 648 002<br />
E-mail: reservations@novotelrayong.com<br />
Website: www.novotel.com/1130<br />
Siam Bayshore Resort & Spa<br />
559 M. 10 Pratamnak Road, Nongprue, Banglamung, Chon Buri 20150<br />
Tel: +66 38 428 678 Fax: +66 38 428 730<br />
E-mail: siambayshore@siamhotels.com<br />
Website: www.siamhotels.com<br />
Panviman Koh Chang Resort<br />
8/15 Moo 4, Klong Prao Beach, Koh Chang, Trat 23170<br />
Tel: +66 39 551 290-6 Fa x: +66 39 551 283<br />
E-mail: rsvn_kohchang@panviman.com; reservations@panviman.com<br />
Website: www.panviman.com<br />
Siam Bayview Hotel<br />
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Eastern<br />
310/2 Moo 10 Pattaya Beach Road, Nongprue, Banglamung, Chon<br />
Buri 20150 Tel: +66 38 423 877 Fax: +66 38 423 879<br />
E-mail: siambayview@siamhotels.com<br />
Website: www.siamhotels.com
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Sunbeam Hotel<br />
217/27 Moo9, Beach RD., Nongprue, Banglamung, Chon Buri 20150<br />
Tel: +66 38 427 120-9 Fax: +66 38 424 191<br />
E-mail: mart@sunbeamhotel.net, eaa@sunbeamhotel.net<br />
Website: www.sunbeamhotel.net<br />
Woodlands Hotel & Resort<br />
164/1 Moo 5, Pattaya-Naklua Road, Pattaya City, Chon Buri 20150<br />
Tel: +66 38 421 707 Fax: +66 38 425 663<br />
Website: www.woodland-resort.com<br />
<strong>Thai</strong> Garden Resort<br />
179/168 North Pattaya Rd. Naklua, Banglamung, Chon Buri 20150<br />
Tel: +66 38 370 614-8 Fax: +66 38 413 575, +66 38 426 198<br />
E-mail: reservation@thaigarden.com<br />
Website: www.thaigarden.com<br />
Best Western Pattaya<br />
38/32 M.5 Soi Naklua 24,Naklua, Banglamung,Chon Buri 20150<br />
Tel: +66 38 427 061-9 Fax: +66 38 427 070<br />
E-mail: reservation@bestwesternpattaya.com<br />
Website: www.bellavillapattaya.com<br />
Chon Inter Hotel<br />
934, Sukhumvit Road, Bangplasoi, Muang, Chon Buri 20000<br />
Tel: +66 38 283 111 Fax: +66 38 289 123<br />
E-mail: info@choninterhotel.com<br />
Website: www.choninterhotel.com<br />
JP Villa Hotel, Pattaya<br />
185/33 Moo 6, Soi Potisan, Naklue, Banglamung, Chon Buri, 20260<br />
Tel: +66 38 727 470 - 4, +66 38 727 476-8 Fax: +66 38 727 475<br />
E-mail: jp-jpvilla@hotmail.com Website: www.jpvillapattaya.com<br />
Island View Hotel<br />
401 Moo 12 Rachwaroon Rd., Nongprue, Banglamung, Chon Buri<br />
20260<br />
Tel: +66 77 250 813-16 Fax: +66 77 250 818<br />
Mercue Hotel Pattaya<br />
484 Moo10, Pattaya Second Road Soi 15, Pattaya 20150<br />
Tel: +66 38 425 050 Fax: +66 38 425 080<br />
E-mail: hotel@mercurepattaya.com<br />
Website: www.mercurepattaya.com<br />
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Anantara Hua Hin Resort & Spa<br />
43/1 Phetkasem Beach Road, Hua-Hin, Prachuap Khiri Khan 77110<br />
Tel: +66 32 520 250 Fax: +66 32 520 259<br />
E-mail: huahin@anantara.com<br />
Website: www.anantara.com<br />
Dusit Thani Hua Hin<br />
1349 Petchkasem Rd., Cha-Am, Phetchaburi 76120<br />
Tel: +66 32 520 009 Fax: +66 32 520 296<br />
Website: dusitthanihuahin.dusit.com<br />
Dhevan Dara Resort & Spa<br />
451 Moo 3, Huahin-Huaymongkol Rd., Hin Lek Fai, Hua-Hin,<br />
Prachuap Khiri Khan 77110 Tel: +66 32 576 300 Fax: +66 32 576 310<br />
E-mail: reservation@dhevan-dara.com<br />
Website: www.dhevan-dara.com<br />
Hua Hin Marriott Resort & Spa<br />
107/1 Petchkasem Road, Hua-Hin, Prachuap Khiri Khan 77110<br />
Tel: +66 32 511881-4 Fax: +66 32 512 422<br />
E-mail: huahinmarriott@minornet.com<br />
Website: www.marriott.com/hhqmc<br />
Sheraton Hua Hin Resort & Spa<br />
1573 Petchkasem Rd. Cha -Am, Phetchaburi 76120<br />
Tel: +66 32 708 000 Fax: +66 32 708 088<br />
Website: www.sheraton.com/huahin<br />
V Villas Hua Hin<br />
managed by Accor<br />
63/39 Petchkasem Road, Hua Hin, Prachuap Khiri Khan 77110<br />
Tel: 66 32 616 039 Fax: 66 32 512 043 E-mail: info@vvillashuahin.com<br />
Website: www.v-villashuahin.com, www.accorhotels.com<br />
S<strong>of</strong>itel Centara Grand<br />
Resort & Villas Hua Hin<br />
1 Damnernkasem Rd., Hua Hin, Prachuap Khiri Khan 77110<br />
Tel: +66 32 512 021-38 Fax: +66 32 511 014<br />
Website: www.s<strong>of</strong>itel.com, www.centararesort.com<br />
Wora Bura Hun Hin<br />
Resort & Spa<br />
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Western<br />
83/199 Soi MooBann Nonggare, T. Nonggare, Hun Hin,<br />
Prachuap Khiri Khan 77110 Tel: +66 32 536 999 Fax: +66 2 353 6752<br />
Website: www.worabura.com
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Haven Resort Huahin<br />
1449 Chala Samut Rd., Cha-Am, Phetchaburi 76120<br />
Tel: +66 32 523 023 Fax: +66 32 523 028<br />
E-mail: rsvn@haven-huahin.com, sales@haven-huahin.com<br />
Website: www.haven-huahin.com<br />
Purimuntra Resort & Spa<br />
97 Moo 4 Paknampran, Pranburi, Prachuap Khiri Khan 7720<br />
Tel: +66 32 630 550-3 Fax: +66 32 630 553<br />
E-mail: info@purimuntra.com<br />
Website: www.purimuntra.com<br />
Holiday Inn Resort<br />
Regent Beach Cha-Am<br />
849/21 Petchkasem Rd., Cha-am, Phetchaburi 76120<br />
Tel: +66 32 451 240-9 Fax: +66 32 471491-2<br />
E-mail: rsvn@holidayinnregentbeach.com<br />
Website: www.holidayinnresorts.com/chaam<br />
Tara Mantra Cha-Am Resort<br />
225/99 Beach Road (Ruamjitr), Cha-Am, Phetchaburi 76120<br />
Tel: +66 32 433 999 Fax: +66 32 433 989<br />
E-mail: Contact@taramantra-chaam.com<br />
Website: www.taramantra-chaam.com<br />
Baan Talay Dao<br />
2/10 Soi Takaib Village, Phetchkasem Road, Nong-Kae, Hua Hin,<br />
Prachuap Khiri Khan 77110<br />
Tel: +66 2 751 6854, +66 2 739 9004, Fax: +66 2 751 6853<br />
Website: www.baantalaydao.com<br />
www.baantalaydaowedding.com<br />
Kuiburi Hotel & Resort<br />
18/3, Moo 5, Bonok, Amphermuang, Prachuap Khiri Khan 77210<br />
Tel: +66 32 820 111- 4 Fax: +66 32 820 120<br />
Website: www.kuiburihotelresort.com<br />
Hua-Hin Grand Hotel & Plaza<br />
222/2 Petchkasem Rd. , Hua Hin, Prachuap Khiri Khan 77110<br />
Tel: +66 32 513 230-4 Fax: +66 32 511 765<br />
E-mail: info@huahingrand.co.th<br />
Website: www.huahingrand.co.th<br />
The Legacy River Kwai Resort<br />
129 M.2 Klondoe, Darnmakhamtia, Kanchanaburi 71260<br />
Tel: +66 34 673 635-40 Fax: +66 34 673 634<br />
E-mail: thelegacy@stc-group.com<br />
Website: www.thelegacyresort.com<br />
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Long Beach Cha-Am Hotel<br />
225/75 Beach Road (Ruamjitr), Cha-Am, Phetchaburi 76120<br />
Tel: +66 32 472 444 Fax: +66 32 472 287<br />
E-mail: Contact@longbeach-chaam.com<br />
Website: www.longbeach-chaam.com<br />
Pung Waan Resort, Kanchanaburi<br />
123/3 Tumbol Thasao, Amphur Saiyoke, Kanchanaburi 71150<br />
Tel: +66 34 634 295 - 300 Fax: +66 34 634 302<br />
E-mail: pungwaan@pungwaanriverkwai.com<br />
Website: www.pungwaanriverkwai.com<br />
Napalai Resort & Spa<br />
22/1 Hua-Hin Takiab Hua-Hin, Prachuap Khiri Khan 77110<br />
Tel: +66 32 527 555 Fax: +66 32 512 212<br />
Website: www.napalaihuahin.com<br />
River Kwai Hotel<br />
284/15-16 Saengchuto Rd., Baan Nua Muang, Kanchanaburi 71000<br />
Tel: +66 34 513 348-9 Fax: +66 34 511 269<br />
River Kwai Village Hotel, Kanchanaburi<br />
Baan Tahsao, Amphor Saiyoke, Kanchanaburi 70150<br />
Tel: +66 81 734 0667 Fax: +66 81 374 8638<br />
E-mail: rsvn@riverkwaijunglerafts.com<br />
Website: www.riverkwaijunglerafts.com<br />
Hadthong Hotel<br />
21 Susuk Rd., Muang ,Muang, Prachuap Khiri Khan 77000<br />
Tel: +66 32 601 050 Fax: +66 32 601057<br />
Website: www.hadthong.com<br />
Baan Duang Kaew Resort Hua Hin<br />
83/158 Hua-Hin-Khao Takiab, Nongkae, Hua-Hin, Prachuap Khiri Khan<br />
77110 Tel: +66 32 515 307 Fax: +66 32 515 532<br />
E-mail: bdresort@yahoo.com<br />
Website: www.baanduangkaewhuahin.com<br />
Malai Asia Resort<br />
53/2 M.2 Nahukwang Tabsakae, Prachuap Khiri Khan 77130<br />
Tel: +66 2 679 7127-36 Fax: +66 2 287 1457<br />
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Sun Hotel<br />
43/33 Moo 5, Baanmor, Muang, Phetchaburi 76000<br />
Tel: +66 32 400 000 Fax: +66 32 401 000<br />
E-mail: contact@sunhotelcom<br />
Website: www.sunhotelcom<br />
Anantara Bophut Resort & Spa<br />
99/9 Bophut Bay, Samui Island, Surat Thani 84320<br />
Tel: +66 77 428 300 Fax: +66 77 428 310<br />
E-mail: bophutsamui@anantara.com<br />
Website: www.anantara.com<br />
Bhundhari Spa Resort & Villas<br />
Samui, A Centara Resort<br />
111/1 Moo 5 Bophut, Koh Samui, Surat Thani 84320<br />
Tel: +66 77 915 000 Fax: +66 77 915 015<br />
E-mail: brs@chr.co.th Website: www.centarahotelsresorts.com/brs<br />
Anantara Si Kao Resort and Spa<br />
Western / Southern<br />
198-199 Moo 5, Had Pak Meng – Changlang Rd., Maifad, Si Kao , Trang<br />
92150 Tel: +66 75 205 888 Fax: +66 75 205 899<br />
E-mail: sikao@anantara.com Website: www.anantara.com<br />
Centara Grand Beach<br />
Resort & Villas Krabi<br />
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396-396/1 Moo 2, Tambon Ao Nang, Amphur Muang, Krabi 81000<br />
Tel: +66 75 637 789 Fax: +66 75 637 800<br />
Website: www.centarahotelsresorts.com
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Centara Grand Beach<br />
Resort Samui<br />
38/2 M.3, Chaweng Beach Rd., Bophud,Koh Samui, Surat Thani 84320<br />
Tel: +66 77 230 500 Fax: +66 77 422 385<br />
E-mail: csbr@chr.co.th<br />
Website: www.centarahotelsresorts.com<br />
The Imperial Resort & Spa,<br />
Koh Samui<br />
86 Moo 3 Chaweng Noi Beach, Bophut, Koh Samui, Surat Thani 84320<br />
Tel: +66 77 422 020-36 Fax: +66 77 422 396<br />
E-mail: samui@imperialhotels.com<br />
Website: www.imperialhotels.com<br />
Dusit Thani Laguna Phuket<br />
390 Moo 1 , Srisoontorn Rd., Cherngtalay District,<br />
A. Talang, Phuket 83110<br />
Tel: +66 76 362 999 Fax: +66 76 362 900<br />
E-mail: dtlp@dusit.com Website: www.dusit.com<br />
JW Marriott Phuket Resort & Spa<br />
231 Moo 3 Mai Khao, Talang, Phuket 83110<br />
Tel: +66 76 338 000 Fax: +66 76 348 348<br />
E-mail: jwmarriott.phuket@marriotthotels.com<br />
Website: www.jwmarriottphuketresort.com<br />
Le Meridien Khao Lak Beach<br />
& Spa Resort<br />
9/9 Moo 1, Tambol Kuk-Kak, Amphur Takua Pa, Phangnga 82190<br />
Tel: +66 76 427 500 Fax: +66 76 427 501<br />
E-mail: info.khaolak@lemeridien.com<br />
Website: www.lemeridien.com/khaolak<br />
Melati Beach Resort and Spa<br />
9/99 Moo5, Bophut, Thongson Bay, Koh Samui, Surat Thani 84320<br />
Tel: +66 77 913 400 till 20 Fax: +66 77 913 444 till 5<br />
E-mail: admin@melatiresort.com<br />
Website: www.melatiresort.com<br />
MAI Samui Beach Resort & Spa<br />
2/6 Moo 5, Laem Yai Beach, Angthong, Koh Samui, Surat Thani 84140<br />
Tel: +66 77 914 600-4 Fax: +66 77 914 611<br />
E-mail: info@maisamui.com Website: www.maisamui.com<br />
Muang Samui Spa Resort<br />
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13/1 Moo 2 Chaweng Beach, Bophut, Koh Samui, Surat Thani 84320<br />
Tel: +66 77 429 700-99 Fax: +66 77 413 225<br />
E-mail: rsvn@muangsamui.com<br />
Website: www.muangsamui.com
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Pimalai Resort & Spa<br />
99 moo 5, Ba Kan Tiang Beach, Koh Lanta, Krabi 81150<br />
Tel: +66 75 607 999 Fax: +66 75 607 998<br />
Website: www.pimalai.com<br />
Renaissance Koh Samui<br />
Resort & Spa<br />
208/1 Moo 4, Lamem Nam Beach, Lamai, T. Maret, Koh Samui,<br />
Surat Thani 84310 Tel: +66 77 429 300 Fax: +66 77 429 333<br />
E-mail: rhi.usmbr.rsa@renaisancehotels.com<br />
Website: www.renaissancekohsamui.com<br />
Rayavadee<br />
214 Moo 2, Tumbon Ao-Nang, Amphur Muang, Krabi 81000<br />
Tel: +66 75 620 740-3 Fax: +66 75 620 630<br />
E-mail: info@rayavadee.com<br />
Website: www.rayavadee.com<br />
Santhiya Resort & Spa<br />
22/7 Moo5 Sib. Bantai Koh, Phangan, Surat Thani 84280<br />
Tel: +66 77 428 999 / 238 333 Fax: +66 77 428 900<br />
Website: www.santhiya.com<br />
Sheraton Grande Laguna,<br />
A Luxury Collection Resort, Phuket<br />
10 Moo 4 Srisoonthorn Road, Cherngtalay, Thalang, Phuket 83110<br />
Tel: +66 76 324 101-7 Fax: +66 76 324 108<br />
E-mail: Reservation.Phuket@luxurycollection.com<br />
Website: http://luxurycollection.com/phuket<br />
Krabi Phokeethra Golf & Spa Resort<br />
S<strong>of</strong>itel Krabi Phokeethra<br />
Golf & Spa Resort<br />
200 Moo3, Klong Muang Beach,Nongtalay, Muang, Krabi 81000<br />
Tel: +66 77 627 800 Fax: +66 77 627 899<br />
Website: www.s<strong>of</strong>itel.com/6184<br />
Sheraton Krabi Beach Resort<br />
155 Moo 2 Nong Thale, Muang, Krabi 81000<br />
Tel: +66 75 628 000 Fax: +66 75 628 028<br />
Website: www.sheraton.com/krabi<br />
Sri panwa Estate<br />
88 Moo 8, Sakdidej Road, Muang, Phuket 83000<br />
Tel: +66 76 371 000 Fax: +66 76 371 004<br />
E-mail: Chill@sripanwa.com Website: www.sripanwa.com,<br />
www.babaphuket.com, www.coolspaphuket.com<br />
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Aonang Villa Resort, Krabi<br />
113 Moo 2, Aonang Beach, Muang, Krabi 81000<br />
Tel: +66 75 637 270-4 Fax: +66 75 695 072<br />
E-mail: info@aonangvilla.com<br />
Website: www.aonangvilla.com<br />
Amari Palm Reef Koh Samui<br />
14/3 Moo 2, Chaweng Beach, Bo Phut, Koh Samui, Surat Thani<br />
Tel: +66 77 422 015 to 9 Fax: +66 77 422 394<br />
E-mail: reservations@palmreef.amari.com<br />
Website: www.amari.com/palmreef<br />
Amari Coral Beach Phuket<br />
Patong Beach, Phuket 83150<br />
Tel: +66 76 340 106 - 14 Fax: +66 76 340 115<br />
Website: www.amari.com/coralbeach<br />
Andaman Beach Suites Hotel<br />
60/12 Rasutid 200 Pee Road,Patong Beach, Kathu, Phuket 83150<br />
Tel: +66 76 341 879-83 Fax: +66 76 340 893<br />
E-mail: rsvn@beachsuites.com<br />
Website: www.beachsuites.com<br />
Andaman Seaview Hotel<br />
Karon Beach Phuket<br />
1 Soi Karon Soi 4, Karon Road, Muang, Phuket 83100<br />
Tel: +66 76 398 111 Fax: +66 76 398 177<br />
E-mail: info@andamanphuket.com<br />
Website: www.andamanphuket.com<br />
Best Western Premier<br />
Bangtao Beach Resort & Spa<br />
124/29 Moo 3, T. Cheung Thalang, Thalang, Phuket 83110<br />
Tel:+66 76 270 680-5 Fax: +66 76 270 686<br />
E-mail: info@bangtaobeach.com Website:www.bangtaobeach.com<br />
Bandara Resort and Spa, Samui<br />
178/2 Moo 1, Bophut, Koh Samui, Surat Thani 84320<br />
Tel: +66 77 245 795 Fax: +66 77 427 340<br />
E-mail: rsvn@bandarasamui.com<br />
Website: www.bandarasamui.com<br />
C.S. PATTANI HOTEL<br />
299 M.4, Hnongjik Rd., Muang, Pattani 94000<br />
Tel: +66 73 335 093-4, +66 73 336 090-6<br />
Fax: +66 73 331 620 E-mail: info@cspattani.com<br />
Website: www.cspattani.com<br />
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Centara Karon Resort Phuket<br />
502/3 Patak Rd., Karon Beach, Amphur Muang, Phuket 83100<br />
Tel: +66 76 396 200-5 Fax: +66 76 396 491<br />
Website: www.centarahotelsresorts.com<br />
Chaba Cabana Beach Resort & Spa<br />
160 M.2 ,Bo Put, Koh Samui, Surat Thani 84320<br />
Tel: +66 77 231 350-8 Fax: +66 77 230 771<br />
E-mail: chaba@chabagroup.com<br />
Website: www.chabagroup.com<br />
Centara Kata Beach Resort<br />
54 Ked-Kwan Rd., Tambon Karon, Ampur Muang, Phuket 83110<br />
Tel: +66 76 370 300 Fax: +66 76 333 462<br />
E-mail: ckt@chr.co.th<br />
Website: www.centarahotelsresorts.com<br />
Cha-Da Beach Resort & Spa<br />
279 Moo 1, Tambol Saladan, Amphur Koh Lanta, Krabi 81150<br />
Tel: +66 75 668 124-7 Fax: +66 75 668 123<br />
E-mail: info_lanta@chadahotel.com<br />
Website: www.chadahotel.com<br />
Club Andaman Beach Resort<br />
2 Hadpatong Beach Road, Kathu, Phuket 83150<br />
Tel: +66 76 340 530 Fax: +66 76 340 527<br />
E-mail: rsvn@clubandaman.com<br />
Website: www.clubandaman.com<br />
Fairhouse Villas & Spa<br />
39 Moo 1, Maenam , Koh Samui, Surat Thani 84330<br />
Tel: +66 77 429 000 Fax: +66 77 429 099<br />
E-mail: info@fairhousevillas.com<br />
Website: www.fairhousevillas.com<br />
Duangjitt Resort & Spa<br />
18 Prachanukroh Road, Patong Beach, Phuket 83150<br />
Tel: +66 76 340 778 Fax: +66 76 340 288<br />
Website: www.duangjittresort-spa.com<br />
Holiday Inn Resort Phuket<br />
52 Thaweewong Road, Patong Beach, Phuket 83150<br />
Tel: +66 76 340 608 Fax: +66 76 340 435<br />
E-mail: holiday@phuket.ksc.co.th<br />
Website: www.phuket.holiday-inn.com<br />
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Novotel Phuket Resort<br />
282 Phrabaramee Rd., Patong,Kathu,Phuket 83150<br />
Tel: +66 76 342 777 Fax: +66 76 341 110<br />
E-mail: info@novotelphuket.com<br />
Website: www.novotelphuket.com<br />
Panviman Resort Koh Phangan<br />
22/1 Moo 5, Ban Tai, Koh Phangan, Surat Thani 84280<br />
Tel: +66 77 445 101-9 Fax: +66 77 445 100<br />
E-mail: rsvn_kohphangan@panviman.com; reservations@panviman.com<br />
Website: www.panviman.com<br />
Pakasai Resort<br />
88 Moo 3, T.Aonang, Muang, Krabi 81000<br />
Tel: +66 75 637 777 Fax: +66 75 637 637<br />
E-mail: pakasai@pakasai.com<br />
Website: www.pakasai.com<br />
Paradise Beach Resort, Koh Samui<br />
18/8 Moo 1, Maenam Beach, Koh Samui, Surat Thani 84330<br />
Tel: +66 77 247 227-32 Fax: +66 77 425 290<br />
E-mail: paradise@loxinfo.co.th<br />
Website: www.samuiparadisebeach.com<br />
Patong Beach Hotel<br />
124 Taweewong Road, Patong Beach, Phuket 83150<br />
Tel: +66 76 340 301 - 2 Fax: +66 76 340 541<br />
E-mail: patongbeach@see2sea.com<br />
Website: www.see2sea.com<br />
Q Signature Samui Beach Resort<br />
24/73 Moo 5, Bophut, Koh Samui, Surat Thani 84320<br />
Tel: +66 77 428 100 Fax: +66 77 428133<br />
E-mail: info@myqhotels.com Website: www.signaturesamui.com<br />
Patong Paragon Resort & Spa<br />
280 Prabaramee Road, Patong, Kathu, Phuket 83150<br />
Tel: +66 76 290 555 Fax: +66 76 290 530<br />
E-mail: dos@patongparagon.com Website: www.patongparagon.com<br />
Red Ginger Chic Resort<br />
168 Moo 3, Ao Nang Beach, Krabi 81000<br />
Tel: +66 75 637 999 Fax: +66 75 637 888<br />
E-mail: info@redgingerkrabi.com<br />
Website: www.redgingerkrabi.com<br />
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The Royal Paradise Hotel & Spa<br />
(Royal Wing)<br />
135/23,123/15-16 Rat- U-tit 200 Pee Rd.,<br />
Patong Beach, Phuket 83150<br />
Tel: +66 76 340 666 Fax: +66 76 340 565<br />
Website: www.royalparadise.com<br />
Seaview Patong Hotel<br />
2 Taweewong Road, Patong, Kathu, Phuket 83150<br />
Tel: +66 76 341300-4 Fax: +66 76 340 103<br />
E-mail: info@seaviewphuket.com<br />
Website: www.seaviewphuket.com<br />
Royal Phuket City<br />
154 Taladyao, Muang, Phuket 83000<br />
Tel: +66 76 233 333 Fax: +66 76 233 335<br />
E-mail: reservation@royalphuketcity.com<br />
Website: www.royalphuketcity.com<br />
Supalai Resort & Spa - Phuket<br />
69/9 Moo 6, Ao Po-Lang Daeng Rd., Thalang, Phuket 83110<br />
Tel: +66 76 302 302 Fax:+66 76 302 300<br />
Website: www.supalaiphuket.com<br />
Thara Patong Beach Resort & Spa<br />
170, 170/1 Thaweewong Rd., Patong Beach, Kathu, Phuket 83150<br />
Tel: +66 76 340 135, +66 76 340 520 Fax: +66 76 340 446, +66 342 945<br />
Website: www.tharapatong.com<br />
Ayara Villas<br />
53/2 M5 khukkak, Takuapa, Phangnga 82190<br />
Tel: +66 76 486 478-9 Mobile Phone +66 81 970 6301<br />
Fax: +66 76 486 480<br />
E-mail: info@ayara-villas.com Website: www.ayara-villas.com<br />
All Seasons Naiharn Phuket<br />
14/53 Moo1, Naiharn Beach, T. Rawai, Muang Phuket, Phuket 83130<br />
Tel: +66 76 289 327-33 Fax: +66 76 289 322<br />
E-mail: info@allseasons-naiharn-phuket.com<br />
Website: www.allseasons-naiharn-phuket.com<br />
Baan Khaolak Resort<br />
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26/16 Moo 7, Phetkasem Rd.,T.Khuk-Khak, A.Takuapa, Phangnga, 82190<br />
Tel: +66 76 4851 23-4 Fax: +66 76 485 125<br />
E-mail: rsvn.baankhaolak@gmail.com Website: www.baankhaolak.com
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Banburee Resort & Spa<br />
102/8 Moo 3 Laem Set Road, Namuang, Koh Samui, Surat Thani 84140<br />
Tel: +66 77 429 600 Fax: +66 77 429 649<br />
Website: www.banbureeresort.com<br />
Best Western Ban Ao Nang Resort<br />
211 Moo 2, Ao Nang, A.Muang, Krabi 81000<br />
Tel: +66 75 637 071-4 Fax: +66 75 637 070<br />
Website: www.anyavee.com<br />
Best Western Ao Nang Bay<br />
Resort & Spa<br />
31/3 Moo 2 Ao Nang, A.Muang, Krabi 81000<br />
Tel: +66 75 661 400-3 Fax: +66 75 661 399<br />
Website: www.anyavee.com<br />
Best Western Phuket Ocean Resort<br />
562 Patak Rd., Karon Beach, Phuket 83100<br />
Tel: +66 76 396 599-601 Fax: +66 76 396 470, +66 76 396 177<br />
E-mail: info@phuketocean.com<br />
Website: www.phuketocean.com<br />
Best Western Samui Bayview<br />
Resort&Spa<br />
104 Bophut, Koh Samui, Surat Thani 84320<br />
Tel: +66 77 413 540-5, +66 83 606 9000 Fax: +66 77 413 321<br />
E-mail: samuibayview@loxinfo.co.th<br />
Website: www.samuibayviewresort.com<br />
Chaba Samui Resort<br />
19 M.2 Chaweng Beach Rd., Bophud, Koh Samui, Surat Thani 84320<br />
Tel: +66 77 230 407-10 Fax: +66 77 422 380<br />
E-mail: chaba@chabagroup.com<br />
Website: www.chabagroup.com<br />
By The Sea Phuket Beach Resort<br />
7/6 Moo 6, Soi Bor-rea, Sakdidech Road, Muang, Phuket 83000<br />
Tel: +66 76 200282 Fax: +66 76 200990<br />
E-mail: info@bytheseaphuket.com<br />
Website: www.bytheseaphuket.com<br />
Duangjai Resort<br />
152 Moo 3 Ao-Nang, Muang Krabi, Krabi 81000<br />
Tel: +66 75 638 211-4 Fax: +66 75 638 215<br />
E-mail: info@duangjairesort.com<br />
Website: www.duangjairesort.com<br />
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Golden Crown Plaza Hotel<br />
42-44 Niphat-Uthit 3 Rd., Hatyai, Songkhla 90110<br />
Tel: +66 74 262 909 Fax: +66 74 262 908<br />
E-mail: fo.goldencrownplaza@live.com, gm.goldencrownplaza@live.com<br />
Website: www.goldencrownplazahotel.com<br />
Krabi Cha-Da Resort<br />
500 Moo 2, Tambol Ao-Nang, Amphur Muang, Krabi 81000<br />
Tel: 66 75 695 721-4 Fax: +66 75 695 720<br />
E-mail: info_krabi@chadahotel.com<br />
Website: www.chadahotel.com<br />
Hadyai Golden Crown Hotel<br />
12/8 Pracharak Rd., Hatyai, Songkhla 90110<br />
Tel: +66 74 246 777 Fax: +66 74 247 188<br />
E-mail: rsv.hadyaigc@live.com, hadyaigoldencrown@live.com<br />
Website: www.hadyaigoldencrown.com<br />
Phanganburi Resort & Spa<br />
120/10 Haad Rin Nai Beach, Koh Phangan, Surat Thani 84280<br />
Tel: +66 77 375 481- 89 Fax: +66 77 375 482<br />
E-mail: reservation@phanganburiresort.net<br />
Website: www.phanganburiresort.net<br />
Phi Phi Natural Resort<br />
53 M.8 Leamtong Beach, Phi Phi Island, Ao nang, Muang, Krabi 81000<br />
Tel: +66 75 819030-1 Fax: +66 75 819032<br />
E-mail: rsvn@phiphinatural.com<br />
Website: www.phiphinatural.com<br />
Pinnacle Samui Resort & Spa<br />
26/19 Moo 4, Maenam Beach, Koh Samui, Surat Thani 84330<br />
Tel: +66 77 427 308 Fax: +66 77 427 309<br />
E-mail: psmreserv@pinnaclehotels.com<br />
Website: www.pinnaclehotels.com<br />
Phra Nang Inn<br />
119 Moo2 , T.Ao Nang , A.Muang, Krabi 81000<br />
Tel: +66 75 637 130-3 Fax: +66 75 637 134-5<br />
E-mail: reservation@vacationvillage.co.th<br />
Website: www.vacationvillage.co.th<br />
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Royal Crown Hotel & Palm<br />
Spa Resort<br />
31 Nanai Road, Patong, Kathu, Phuket 83150<br />
Tel:+66 76 340 975 – 7, +66 76 340 463 Fax: +66 76 340376<br />
E-mail: info@royalcrownphuket.com<br />
Website: www.royalcrownphuket.com<br />
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Samui Natien Resort, Koh Samui<br />
101/1 Moo2 Chaweng Beach, Koh Samui, Surat Thani 84320<br />
Tel: +66 77 23 1340 , +66 77 231 345 Fax: +66 77 422 604<br />
E-mail: info@samuinatien.com Website: www.samuinatien.com<br />
KRABI ROYAL HOTEL<br />
403 Uttarakit Rd., Paknam, Muang, Krabi 81000<br />
Tel: +66 75 611 582-4 Fax: +66 75 611 581<br />
King’s Hotel<br />
126-134 Niphat Uthit Rd., Hat Yai, Songkhla 90110<br />
Tel: +66 74 261 700-7 Fax: +66 74 236 103<br />
E-mail: leelaporn_3@hotmail.com<br />
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Best Western Samui Bayview Resort & Spa<br />
104 Moo3, Chaweng Noi, T. Bophut, Koh Samui, Suratthani 84320 <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
Tel: +66 (0) 77 413 540-5 Fax: +66 (0) 77 413 321 Mobile: +66 (0) 83 606 9000<br />
Email: SamuiBayview@loxinfo.co.th<br />
www.SamuiBayviewResort.com<br />
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Bangkok Hotel Lotus Sukhumvit<br />
Managed by Accor<br />
1 Soi Daeng Udom, Sukhumvit Soi 33 Rd., Klongton Nua, Wattana, Bangkok 10110 <strong>Thai</strong>land<br />
Telephone : +66 (2) 610 0111 Fax: +66 (2) 262 1700 Email: res@hotellotussukhumvit.com<br />
www.hotellotussukhumvit.com<br />
Strategically located in the heart <strong>of</strong> Sukhumvit on Soi 33, one <strong>of</strong> the busiest and most prestigious business and entertainment district <strong>of</strong> Bangkok.<br />
‘The Emporium’ shopping mall and the sky train station are within 5 minutes walking distance.<br />
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