1st Offical Delegate Booklet (3rd Round)
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Contents
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Greetings Magic Map Payment Policy Visa Guidance Communication Platform About Thailand Hotel Info Arrival Conditions Pre-stay & Post-stay Main Events Logistic Form
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CONGRATULATIONS Welcome our beloved Official Delegates
“ Our Registration booklet is made to give any information about our Asia Pacific Conference 2019 held in Bangkok , Thailand Our CCs are preparing to deliver the most amazing and memorable experience to you all We hope to see everyone soon in Thailand!
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Hey AIESEC in AP, This is my honor to welcome you as a part of the biggest conference in Asia Pacific region Asia Pacific Conference 2019! Everyone is eagerly looking forward to meeting every single one of you. For AIESEC in Thailand, APC is the opportunity for us to display our potential to develop youth leadership of this country. Right now, things are well-cooked and ready to be served by our CC team. We are ready to deliver you the best conference experience ever! Make sure you are ready and see you all in Thailand !! CCP BRIGHT
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What is Asia Pacific Conference ? The Asia Pacific Conference is one of the largest regional conference organized by AIESEC. The conference will host over 250 delegates from more than 25 countries in the Asia-Pacific region and across the globe to celebrate youth leadership, cultural diversity and global togetherness. This conference will be the unique platform where AIESEC’s leaders of the whole region can gather together to align the direction, learn how to address the world issues, improve skills, increase knowledge, activate leadership, interact with partners and enhance the cooperation between networks. In the year of 2019, Thailand will not be the only host of the Asia Pacific Region but also the home for everyone for the conference from March 24-28, 2019.
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CHECKLIST Be an official delegate Read this booklet carefully Join the Official Delegate Facebook Group ● http://bit.ly/APCGroup2019 Book the flight and get the insurance Submit the Logistics form ● http://bit.ly/APC2019_Logis ● Deadline: March 1st , 2019 23:59 GMT+7 Book Pre/Post stays (if needed) Pay 10,400THB delegate fee to chief delegate Be off to Thailand Make the best memory together at APC 2019
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Payment Policy Payment amount: The total payment per delegate is 10,400 THB This includes: 1) Delegate Fee 9,500 THB 2) Damage Fee Deposit 900 THB (Damage Fee is refundable after the conference if no damage is made) Payment process: 1) Delegate accepts terms and conditions regarding the payment process (Already sent to email the delegate uses to sign up for APC). 2) Delegate gives the total amount of payment to the chief delegate of the entity. 3) Chief delegate will be selected by the MCP. Total payment of the country will be collected from the Chief Delegate of each country at the registration table on 24th of March. Please ensure to make the payment in Thai Baht, or else the payment will not be received. 8
Cancellation Policy: Cancellation procedure: For cancellation, please send an official email to asiapacific.conference@aiesec.net and with “Delegation Cancellation_Your AIESEC Member Committee_Your Name� as the Email subject. CC will then, confirm each cancellation via email. Cancellation fee: The delegate is still required to pay the Delegate Fee (9,500 THB) in case that the delegate fails to turn up at the conference and does not inform the CC of the cancellation before the deadline. Cancellation deadline for the second round application is 23:59 March 1st GMT+7
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Visa Guidance For International Delegates Catagories and Visa Information 1. Green - Visa Exemption 2. Pink - Apply for Tourist Visa at The Royal Thai Embassy in your country 3. Yellow - Online applicants for Visa on Arrival No.
Country
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Afghanistan
Tourist Visa (at Pakistan)
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Australia
Free 30 days
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Bangladesh
Tourist Visa (via VSF)
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Bhutan
VoA (15 days)
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Brunei
Free 30 days
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Cambodia
Free 14 days
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Canada
Free 30 days
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Mainland of China
VoA (15 days)
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Chile
Free 90 days
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Egypt
Tourist Visa
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Fiji
VoA (15 days)
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Hong Kong
Free 30 days
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India
VoA (15 days)
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Indonesia
Free 30 days
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Japan
Free 30 days
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No.
Country
Note
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Kazakhstan
VoA (15 days)
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Laos
Free 30 days
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Malaysia
Free 30 days
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Myanmar
Free 14 days (intl. airport only)
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Nepal
Tourist Visa
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New Zealand
Free 30 days
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Pakistan
Tourist Visa
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Peru
Free 90 days
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The Philippines
Free 30 days
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Singapore
Free 30 days
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South Korea
Free 90 days
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Tourist Visa
28 Taiwan
VoA (15 days)
29 Vietnam
Free 30 days
* Check for the Visa condition at http://www.consular.go.th/main/contents/filemanager/VISA/Visa%2 0on%20Arrival/VOA.pdf
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HOW TO APPLY 1. Visa on Arrival (VoA): “Online Application for Visa on Arrival� service is now available only for passengers arriving in Thailand via Suvarnabhumi Airport. The online application may be made prior to arrival at https://extranet.immigration.go.th/voaonline/voa online/VoaonlineAction.do Qualification required: For passengers arriving via other immigration checkpoints, hard copies of application form will be available at the checkpoints and is available to download here https://www.immigration.go.th/content/online_se rivces
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2. Apply Tourist Visa at the Royal Thai Embassy in your country The documents and fee are subject to change anytime and without prior notice, so it is a good idea to be updated by visiting the nearest Thai Embassy or consulate in your area or Thai Embassy website of your country (check on http://www.thaiembassy.org/main/) Documents required: 1. Passport or travel document with a validity not less than 6 months 2. Visa application form (filled out) 3. Recent (4x6cm.) photographs of the applicant 4. Round-trip air ticket or e-ticket (paid in full) 5. Proof of financial means (20,000 baht per person/40,000 baht per family) US $ 30.00 per entry or equivalent. 6. Invitation Letter (Preferred) 7. Acceptance Note (Preferred)
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Special Reminder 1)The CC team suggests that all the delegates to visit the website relating to Royal Thai Embassy or Consulate General before applying for VISA. Royal Thai Embassy or Consulate General reserves the right of final interpretation, our guidance is only for the reference. 2)The Invitation Letter or the Acceptance Note will be sent to delagates via email on February 28th,2019 If you need it urgently, please inform us on Asia Pacific Conference page.
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Communication Platform Let’s get in touch! ● The main communication platform for all official delegates and our CC team will be on Facebook Group. ● CC team will deliver important information and update all the latest news on the group. So, it is necessary for all the delegates to join the group. ● Please join our official facebook group here : http://bit.ly/APCGroup2019
For any further questions and updates about APC 2019 ● You can visit our Official Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/asiapacificconference ● You can also contact our CC team via our official email: asiapacific.conference@aiesec.net ● Do not forget to check out our official APC 2019 website: https://asiapacific2019.wixsite.com/apc2019
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About Thailand SA WAS DEE WELCOME TO THE LAND OF SMILE :) One of the fascinating places and destinations. Thailand is a fun, friendly, loving country and home to 1430 islands. Located in the center of Southeast Asia Peninsular filled with charms of rich historic and cultural stories Capital City: Bangkok Currency: Thai Baht Weather: Average temperature ranges from 26°C in December and up to 36°C in the summer from March to August. Rainfall season generally occurs from May to October. Outfits: Light and not-too-revealing clothings are advised when visiting.
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Are you ready to discover this sensory overload all in one with magnificent golden hue from grittery temples, contrast of the big cities’ nightlife, tranquil fields and forests, astonishing tropical beaches and mouth-watering traditional dishes ?
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ATTRACTIONS Wat Phra Kaew
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This temple is more commonly known as Temple of the Emerald Buddha; it is one of the city's most historic temples and is located close to the Grand Palace. The temple's claim to fame and main attraction is the Phra Kaew Morakot, the Emerald Buddha which was carved out of a single piece of jade.
The Jim Thompson House The Jim Thompson House stands on the Saen Saeb canal across from Bangkrua. The building was constructed by Jim Thompson who wanted a home where he could showcase his incredible collection of Asian art.
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Chatuchak weekend markets The largest market in Thailand, and one of the largest weekend markets in the world, Chatuchak, also called J.J., is a treasure trove of stalls selling clothing, food, crafts, plants, jewelry, leather goods, hand-made goods, religious articles, collectables and household items.
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THAI FOOD Pad Krapow Moo Saap (Fried Basil and Pork) An incredibly popular ‘one plate’ dish for lunch or dinner, fried basil and pork is certainly one of the most popular Thai dishes. It is made in a piping hot wok with lots of holy basil leaves, large fresh chilli, pork, green beans, soy sauce and a little sugar. The minced, fatty pork is oily and mixes with the steamed white rice for a lovely fulfilling meal.
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Som Tum (Spicy Green Papaya Salad) Hailing from the Northeast state of Isaan, this outlandish dish is both great divider some can't get enough of its bite, some can't handle it - and greatly distinctive.
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Gaeng Keow Wan Kai (Green Chicken Curry) fresh chicken, eggplants, bamboo shoots, coriander, sweet basil. These elements form the body of this green curry.
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VENUE
The Twin Tower Hotel ADDRESS : 88 Rong Mueang Rd, Khwaeng Rong Muang, Khet Pathum Wan, Krung Thep Maha Nakhon 10330
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http://bit.ly/TheTwinTOWER
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Arrival Conditions â—? Airports : a)There are 2 mains international airports serving for Bangkok; Suvarnabhumi Airport and Don Mueang International Airport. b)Both have an easy access to our hotel. C)Suvarnabhumi Airport is closer and has more alternative ways of transportation to the hotel and venue.
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� Pick-up arrangement : 1)Pick-up service will be on : Saturday, March 23rd , 2019. From 08.00 am. - 08.00 pm. 2)CC will wait for you in the arrival hall and will provide printed transport guidance to the hotel at the conference 3)CC will help facilitate you but will not accompany and delegates are responsible for transportation payment 4)If the delegates don’t arrive within the above date and time, delegates can’t expect the presence of the CC and are required to take the transportation by referring to transport informations or reach out to CC through communication channel 5)More details about transportation will be provided in our next booklet
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Pre-stay & Post-stay â—? Since the suggested arrival date is on Saturday, March 23, 2019, every delegate may need to book a pre-stay because the Delegate Fee is only cover the hotel staying from the 24th-28th of March. â—? For those who may want a pre-stay or post-stay, we provide you the same hotel as the conference at a discount price(1,200 THB/room for two people). We also provide some other hostel information.
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The Twin Tower Hotel ● Price range : 1200 THB ● Accommodation Type & Price Superior Twin Room : 1200 THB ● More booking information with discount will be provided in our next booklet
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Hostel Information Cubic Tel : +6690 213 1132 Price range : Dorm 450 Private 1200 Rating (from Booking.com) : 9.4 Advantage : Cheap, very nice (500m. From Twin Tower / 4 minutes walk) Website : http://cubic-bangkok.bangkokshotels.com/en/ Accommodation Type & Price Private Double Room with Shared Bathroom : 1200 THB Bunk Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room : 450 THB Most popular facilities Non-smoking rooms / Family rooms / Free WiFi / Terrace / Air conditioning / Fabulous breakfast
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Siam stadium one Tel : +662 048 3955 Price range : Dorm 450 / private room 2000 THB Rating (from Booking.com) : 9.7 Advantage : Cheap, good location Website : https://siamstadium.com/en/ Accommodation Type & Price Bed in 6-Bed Mixed Dormitory Room : 450 THB Triple Room with Bathroom : 2000 THB Most popular facilities Non-smoking rooms / Free WiFi / Parking / Air conditioning / Daily maid service
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Logistics Form For all official delegates, please fill out this form after you have already booked your flights http://bit.ly/APC2019_Logis Before filling the form please prepare: ❏ Passport ❏ Book your flight and prepare flight Information ❏ Food Allgery Information (if any) ❏ Your Photo Deadline for form : March 1st , 23:59 GMT+7
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Contact Facebook page : ASIA PACIFIC CONFERENCE Email: asiapacific.conference@aiesec.net