Why Thailand

(OCT22) Variety of Venues

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Thailand is undeniably Asia’s premier MICE destination. According to a survey of international MICE participants, Thailand is known for its diversity and range of international MICE venues, including newer venues located in all regions across the nation. Both MICE organisers and exhibitors from around the world see the readiness, capabilities, and charm of the assortment of venues that have attracted the attention of the international MICE community. They are well aware that MICE venues in Thailand offer safe, reliable, and truly unique opportunities that will impress the most discerning of MICE participants.

1. Conventional Venues

Queen Sirikit National Convention Centre (QSNCC)

Opening the new look as “The Ultimate Inspiring World Class Event Platform for All” that covers all types of events. The space is expanded from 25,000 m2 to 300,00 m2 or 5 times bigger than the current space. Moreover, the retail area is fully developed and promoted to be the “Bangkok Active Lifestyle Mall” (“BALM”) by adjusting the current area of 7,200 m2 to 11,000 m2, which attracts 13 million organisers and visitors per year. The convention centre is the largest venue in central Bangkok and is suitable for all types of MICE events. It will be fully opening in September 2022 as an official venue for the “Asia-Pacific Economic Cooperation or APEC 2022” in November which Thailand is a host.

More information: https://www.qsncc.com/

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Centra by Centara

Centra by Centara Government Complex Hotel and Exhibition Centre Chaeng Wattana sits in a strategic location close to the expressway, allowing easy access to the international airport, the business district, and shopping centres, and convenience and comfort especially for business travellers. The hotel is located within the Chaeng Wattana Government Complex, close to Impact Muang Thong Thani, one of Thailand’s premier MICE venues. In additional to its 212 contemporary rooms and suites, Centra Chaeng Wattana also boasts a convention centre which can accommodate up to 3,000 visitors plus a selection of smaller venues suitable for a wide range of functions, as well as banks, retail stores, and clinic.

More information: https://www.centarahotelsresorts.com/centra/th/cgc

United Nations Conference Centre (UNCC)

The United Nations Conference Centre is a modern conference and meeting venue with recently updated lighting, sound and video systems. It offers its facilities for international conferences in line with the standards of the United Nations headquarters in New York. The modernised facilities and communications technology systems can support the most advanced applications and requirements with the venue now featuring an adjustable live broadcasting system, digital photo publishing, multi-media displays, plus five additional meeting rooms able to accommodate from 152 to 902 attendees.

More information: https://www.unescap.org/uncc

2. Unconventional Venues

Ayutthaya City Park

Ayutthaya City Park is the largest shopping centre on Asia Rd. and a lifestyle centre for the upper central region of Thailand. The venue features fully-equipped meeting rooms for seminars and banquets, and is the only Thailand MICE Venue Standard (TMVS)-certified facility in Phra Nakhon Si Ayutthaya province. Its event spaces range in size from 70 to 2,000 square metres and can accommodate from 50 to 5,000 attendees. “The Hall” is ideally suited for medium to large-scale seminars, meetings, banquets, trade shows, product launches, weddings, concerts, presentations, and sporting events. There are an additional six smaller fully-equipped and modern seminar spaces that meet the needs of all kinds of event organisers. Ayutthaya City Park is also accredited as meeting the requirements of the Thailand Sustainable Event Management Standard (TSEMS).

More information: http://www.ayutthayacitypark.com/the-hall-convention.php

Crystal Design Center

Crystal Design Center (CDC) is the most complete furniture and home furnishings centre in Asia. It is also a centre for design information, and is truly a one-stop location for the selection and purchase of products and the most comprehensive decoration and design services. The CDC is perfect for all kinds of customers: architects, interior decorators, designers, business owners, project managers and exporters and importers, and offers insight into the most innovative and latest design trends, plus support and consultancy services. Aside from being the only design exhibition centre in Bangkok, it is also home to the CDC Crystal Grand Ballroom, a stunning venue and truly unique event space. Recipient of the Best Wedding Venue for two years running, the ballroom comes with a complete range of state-of-the-art facilities, perfect for hosting all manner of meetings, seminars or other events. As a venue for newlyweds, the CDC Crystal Grand Ballroom is perfect for everything from the engagement party through to the after-party, and can accommodate up to 1,000 guests.

More information: https://crystaldesigncenter.kegroup.co.th/

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C asean Ratchada

C asean Ratchada was established by Thai Beverage Public Co. Ltd. with a vision to create business, arts, and culture co-operation and connection among the ASEAN member nations under the theme of “Collaboration for the better of ASEAN”. The venue comes fully equipped with advanced lighting and sound systems, and is ideal for a wide range of international and local events including meetings, seminars, concerts and live performances. With a seating capacity of 333 in the auditorium, C asean Ratchada also boasts meeting rooms, seminar and multi-purpose rooms, and a media hub which is perfect for creative networking activities.

More information: http://www.c-asean.org/c-asean-ratchada

3. Unseen / Special Venues

Agape Garden

Enjoy the opportunity to organise events in a European-style garden at Agape Garden – a venue that will fire the imagination of MICE organisers looking for something different for their event. Perfect for parties or PR functions, the outdoor garden area is more than 3,000 square metres in size with manicured lawns and verdant trees providing an atmosphere that you’ll swear came straight out of a painting. It can host functions for 200 guests, or for extra privacy the all-white Agape Hall surrounded by the beautiful garden offers another option for smaller events. A balcony connects the space to the outdoor garden, and a living room offers additional relaxing space, with TV and internet connections. The car park offers space for more than 100 vehicles.

More information: https://www.agapegardenbangkok.com

noble PLAY

The concept behind the establishment of noble PLAY was to create an “Inspiration Playground” – a place that both creates and delivers inspiration, where visitors are encouraged to ‘be different, be noble’ and explore different and unique perspectives on everyday life. The adaptable venue is suitable for many kinds of functions whether they be art-related, chats over coffee, or special workshops. The space is divided into five zones: an Art Space with 3-monthly rotating exhibits; a restaurant; a pop-up café for coffee lovers which changes every two months; a co-working space where visitors can bring their coffee and sit and brainstorm ideas; and the workshop space for creative activities where participants can learn new experiences from a constantly changing range of topics.

More information: https://www.noblehome.com/nobleplay/en

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Escape Bangkok

Escape Bangkok is a trendy beach club-style rooftop bar located on the 5th floor at The EmQuartier. The bar’s interior evokes the coolest beach bar with its tropical decoration and relaxed atmosphere. The outdoor area offers great views of the Bangkok skyline while the indoor area is perfect for private parties, corporate functions, and MICE visitors. The extensive food and drink menus are a fusion of Thai favourites and Italian, and each day Escape Bangkok features a DJ and a live band adding to the venue’s cool chill-out atmosphere. The Insta crowd will find themselves spoilt for choice both inside, and outside with the romantic sunsets and the panoramic views of Bangkok lights.

More information: http://escape-bangkok.com/