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 The
below information is from Thailand
Incentive and Convention Association or TICA.
TICA is a non-profit organisation established in
1984 jointly by the government (the Tourism Authority
of Thailand and Thai Airways International Plc)
and the private sector. TICA's function is to aid
the growth of Thailand as a preferred destination
for meetings, incentives, conventions and exhibitions.
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Why Thailand and MICE?
Every
year growing numbers of travellers discover Thailand
to be a fun place to visit. In 2001 the number topped
10 million, an increase of 5.82% over 2000. This
is showing remarkable growth.
Why
are so many MICE delegates focusing on Thailand?
Because, it is an exotic, hospitable and friendly
destination, with a growing reputation for hosting
exciting, well-run and successful MICE events. Most
importantly, they come because Thailand offers a
vastly different and enjoyable experience. |
With
the advent of five international standard convention
centers, superb hotel accommodation with their own
meeting facilities, plus a growing number of experienced
PCOs, event organisers and DMCs, Thailand is becoming
an attractive meeting and conference destination.
The International Congress and Convention Association
(ICCA) currently ranks Bangkok 23rd and Chiang Mai
75th most popular destinations for international
meetings.
Incentive
travelers, on the other hand, find the excitement
and surprises they crave for a memorable experience
- from pristine beaches and tropical islands, to
dense jungles, elephant treks and soft adventure,
plus myriad theme dinner opportunities in the most
unusual places. |
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If
that's not enough to entice you, here's 10
extra good reasons why you should bring your MICE
event to Thailand:
- Access - Bangkok is a regional aviation hub,
served by 60 international airlines on a daily
basis. Wherever you are in the world, it is
easy to get here.
- Accommodation - A superb range of hotels and
resorts at the major MICE destinations of Bangkok,
Phuket, Chiang Mai, Pattaya and Hua Hin, with
service and room rates that are hard to beat.
- Activities - A never-ending array of social
activities from visiting temples and palaces,
jungle trekking on elephants, luxury spa programs
to stunning theme dinners in old houses, on
beaches, or among World Heritage ruins.
- Cuisine - Marvellous Thai food, tropical fruit,
and many international cuisines are a big plus
for conference banquets, theme dinners and other
dining options.
- Culture - A unique blend of art, music and
dance, of temples and palaces, or friendly people
and ethnic hilltribes, means wherever you go
in the Kingdom you enjoy a quintessential Thai
experience.
- Destinations - So much exotic scenery for
pre and post tours, from tropical beaches and
islands to jungle treks, amazing Khmer ruins,
and hilltribe villages.
- Hospitality - Thai hospitality is legendary.
Service is always friendly, with that unique
Thai smile and grace.
- Professionalism - Staff working in the MICE
industry have considerable experience at staging
well-organised, stylish and popular events.
- Safety - Thailand is a politically stable,
Buddhist nation where peace and friendliness
are a way of life, and guests enjoy a safe and
enjoyable visit.
- Shopping - Bangkok is the shopping center
of Asia, with brand name goods, designer labels,
high quality jewelry and inimitable silks, all
at highly competitive prices. While northern
Chiang Mai is the undisputed center for remarkable
handicrafts.
Most importantly of all, Thailand offers great
value for money, from deluxe hotel rooms at
discounted rates to inexpensive dining, transport
and shopping. Your MICE budget will certainly
go a very long way.
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