Conference Venue
Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC)
60 New Rachadapisek Road, Klongtoey,
Bangkok 10110, Thailand
Tel : (662) 229-3000 Fax: (662) 229-3001
www.qsncc.co.th
Language
The official language of the Conference will be English.
Insurance
We recommend that all participants take out personal travel and health insurance for their trip
Visas
Generally, a foreign citizen who wishes to enter the Kingdom of Thailand is required to obtain a visa from a Royal Thai Embassy or a Royal Thai Consulate-General. However, nationals of certain countries do not require a visa if they meet visa exemption requirements. Please click here to view the lists of countries with agreements on visa exemption with Thailand.
For more information on Visa requirements for Thailand, please visit the Ministry of Foreign Affairs Kingdom of Thailand website www.mfa.go.th.
Airport Transfers
Suvarnabhumi International Airport is one of the regional air transport hubs in Southeast Asia welcoming several hundred international and domestic flights a day. Upon arrival at Suvarnabhumi International Airport, you have several transportation options to take you from the airport to your hotel. They are:
1. Public Taxi
Metered taxis are available one level below the Arrival Hall. There is a 50 baht surcharge on top of the meter. The trips to the city will cost between 200 – 400 baht (plus highway tolls of 65 baht) and will take about 30 – 40 min. depending on traffic. Please note that passengers will be responsible for paying the toll fees.
2. AOT Limousine Service
Additionally, flat-fare limousines are available at the Arrivals Level (2nd floor). The limousines cost 1,000 baht.
3. Airport Rail Link
Two train services are currently in operation:
- the non-stop Express Line trains run between Suvarnabhumi International Airport and Makkasan station (15 minutes travel time)
- the commuter City Line trains run between Suvarnabhumi International Airport and Phaya Thai Station, calling at all stations (27 minutes travel time).
The Airport Rail Link operates daily from 6 a.m. to 12 midnight. Promotional fares have been introduced and are expected to last at least until the end of 2010. At present, a single-trip journey costs 15 Baht and 100 Baht on the City Line and Express Line service, respectively. Journeys on an Express Line train (non-stop to Makksan) and the City Line train (six stops to Phaya Thai) takes 15 and 27 minutes, respectively. Suvarnabhumi station is located right under the main terminal building (B1 Level, two floors below the Arrival Hall).
4. CityBus
The airport operates 4 airport express bus routes to downtown Bangkok. The buses are air-conditioned with ample luggage space. The fare is 150 baht for the entire route. Passengers can get on the bus on the first floor of the terminal.
Registration Opening Hours
Registration desks will be open on the following dates and time:
Wednesday, 16 February 2011 15:00 – 18:00 hrs (for Groups only)
Thursday, 17 February 2011 07:00 – 20:00 hrs
Friday, 18 February 2011 06:00 – 19:30 hrs
Saturday, 19 February 2011 06:30 – 19:30 hrs
Sunday, 20 February 201 06:30 – 16:00 hrs
Exhibition Opening Hours
Thursday, 17 February 2011 19:30 – 21:00 hrs
Friday, 18 February, 2011 10.30 – 17.30 hrs
Saturday, 19 February, 2011 09.00 – 17.00 hrs
Sunday, 20 February, 2011 10:00 – 12:30 hrs
Welcome Reception
Registered participants are invited to attend the Welcome Reception Cocktails which will take place on Thursday, 17 February from 19:30 – 20:30 at the Exhibition Hall.
Opening Ceremony
Registered participants are invited to attend the Opening Ceremony, which will take place on Friday, 18 February from 09:30-10:00 hrs. at Hall A.
Refreshments
Refreshments will be served as per the coffee breaks indicated in the timetable. Lunch boxes will be served during the sponsored satellite symposia.
Internet Cafe
An Internet Cafe will be available for participants’ use in the Exhibition Area during exhibition hours. Wifi cards are also available for sale at the Registration Desks.
Certificate of Attendance
You may collect your Certificate of Attendance at the Registration Counter starting February 19th, from 13:00 hrs.
No Smoking Policy
Smoking is prohibited at all times in the meeting halls, exhibition halls, and restrooms. Your compliance is appreciated.
Climate
The weather in Bangkok during the month of February is cool and dry with temperatures ranging from lows of 21˚C to highs of 28 ˚C.
Electricity
Electrical outlets are 220 volts, 50 cycles and accept flat-pronged plugs. Adapters are available upon request in most hotels.
Currency
The Thai baht is divided into 100 satangs. Paper denominations consist of 1,000- (gray), 500- (purple), 100- (red), 50- (blue), and 20-(green) baht notes. Coins consist of ten-, five-, one-baht disks, as well as 50- and 25-satang brass disks. Foreign currency changers are available at the airport and provide the same rates as in town and better rates than hotels.
ATMs & Credit Cards
ATMs are available in many public areas. All major establishments accept American Express, Diners Club, Mastercard and Visa cards. Expect a 3 to 5 percent surcharge.
Internet Access
Most hotels now have Internet access either directly from the room if you plug in your laptop, or from their business centre. Charges vary from around 100 Baht for the first 15 minutes with lower charges afterwards. Additional surcharges times apply, so check first. There are also Internet cafes in most shopping areas.
Useful Telephone Numbers
Police Hotline 191
Fire 199
Highway Police 1193
Tourist Hotline 1155
Tourist Police 02-652-1721
Tourist Assistance Center 02-281-5051
Thai Immigration Office 2-287-3101
Metropolitan Patro-Police 0-252-1222, 0-252-8111
Weather Forecast 0-2258-2056
Suvarnabhumi Airport Call Center 0-2132-1888
Thailand Yellow Pages 1188
Green Policy
The eco-friendly conduct of APASL 2011 includes:
Green Print – for all printed materials, the paper is made from 50-100% paper waste or paper that is PEFC approved.
Recycling – this conference is recycling plastics, glass, cans, and papers. Please drop your badges in the designated drop boxes before you leave the conference.
Offset your Carbon Footprint – you can contribute to our ecological efforts by offsetting the carbon footprint of your travels to APASL 2011. Visit www.carbonfund.org for more details.
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