CIM NEWS MAGAZINE Issue 6 2017 | Page 11

Combining the three destinations, we introduce aspects of the Thai journey through luxury, cultural, culinary, and CSR experiences to show that Thailand can transform ordinary business events into a memorable and endearing success.” Supawan Teerarat, vice president of TCEB’s Strategic and Business Development. Pattaya Recognised as one of Thailand’s leading leisure cities, Pattaya is also a MICE hotspot and home to a multipurpose convention facility, a myriad of meeting venues, hotels, and seaside attractions, as well as some of the most ‘colourful’ nightlife in Thailand. New facilities in Pattaya include the Nongnooch International Convention and Exhibition Centre, with a large auditorium and more than adequate seating capacity for seminars. Hua Hin The Hua Hin Ferry Service was launched at the beginning of 2017, marking the first ferry route across the Gulf of Thailand linking Bali Hai Pier in Pattaya to the royal hideaway of Hua Hin. Offering a much quieter side of Thailand than the more boisterous Pattaya, it’s a two hour trip on the new fast ferry service. Renaissance Pattaya Resort and Spa (pictured below) opened in September in the Na Jomtien district. The 257- room Renaissance Pattaya Resort & Spa offers four room categories, two outdoor swimming pools and a luxury spa. With the brand’s ‘Business Unusual’ meetings philosophy, groups can expect a non-traditional experience, ‘rooted in creative sensory meeting design’ in event spaces that can accommodate up to 600 people. Hilton Pattaya Hotel is situated in the middle of one of Thailand’s largest beachfront, shopping and entertainment centres. Stylish rooms, an Insta worthy infinity pool and flexible meeting space top off the package. Dusit Thani Hua Hin Hotel does welcomes like no-where else. Step off the coach and be greeted by a song and dance welcome from the entire staff, it’s like walking into your own musical. A royal boat themed gala (pictured above) based on Rama legend performed on the hotel’s ornamental lake is the showstopper though. Meetings are covered with a grand ballroom catering to 1000 pax as part of its over 4000sqm of meeting space. Hua Hin Marriott Resort & Spa Hotel has been newly renovated, offering four meeting spaces catering up to 280 people in the largest. www.cimmagazine.com   Convention & Incentive Marketing, Issue 6, 2017  11