Final Offical Delegate Booklet
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Content
Greetings (P.4) About Thailand (P.9) Special Events (P.14) Timeline (P.23) How to apply for VISA?(P.25) Communication Platform (P.28) Pick-Up & Arrival Condition (P.30) Currency Exchange (P.33) Transportation (P.37) Venue (P.46) Pre-stay & Post-stay (P.49)
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Content
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Greeting
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CONGRATULATIONS Welcome our beloved Official Delegates
“ Our Delegate 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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2019 Asia Pacific Conference General Information
Time: 2019 March 24th-28th City: Bangkok, Thailand Location: Twin Towers Hotel Scale: Around 300 International delegates
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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 300 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 24th-28th, 2019.
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About Thailand
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Thailand SA WAS DEE WELCOME TO THE LAND OF SMILE :) Thailand, located in the South-East Asia, is the home for 70 million individuals. Thailand is well known for the beautiful natures, either the Northern stunning mountains or the Southern lively beach. The smiles of Thailand and hospitality are recognized abroad, and so do the cuisine. Distinctive spicy and full-flavoured taste are the signatures of Thai foods which can easily meet in all the places. Come and experience it with yourself Capital City: Bangkok Currency: Thai Baht (THB) 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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Agenda
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Events Summary 24
Registration start at 7.30 AM Dress code: No requirement
Opening Ceremony, WLL, YSF and Global Village
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Dress code: - WLL shirt (provided) with long pants. - Global Village: Traditional clothe
Party Night
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Dress code: No requirement
Gala night
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Dress code: Formal dress
Thai Night
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Special Events
24th March (Sunday) Thai Night Thai Night is an Event that will let you experience variety of Thai cultures. You will have the chance to see Thai traditional performances as well as visit various booths of Thai workshop along with engagement with AIESEC alumni. Dress Code: Casual 14
Special Events
25th March (Monday) Opening Ceremony Opening Ceremony is an official opening of Asia Pacific Conference 2019 where representatives of various organization will welcome you to the conference including government sectors, non-profit organizations and corporate partners. Dress code: World's Largest Lesson T-shirt (will be given on arrival), long skirt or pants, NO shorts or slippers !
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Special Events World’s Largest Lesson World’s Largest Lesson is an event where you will have a chance to outreach future young leaders and engage them in our vision and thereby address the current global issues. You will deliver education on Sustainable Development Goal (SDG) # 12: Responsible Consumption and Production to students from international School Around Bangkok. You will have some preparation time and guideline on the night before as well as content and materials for teaching Dress code: World's Largest Lesson T-shirt (will be given on arrival), long skirt or pants, NO shorts or slippers !
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Special Events
Youth Speak Forum "Youth Speak Forum" or "YSF" is an official event which brings together both young and senior leaders. It is a diverse space for inspiring conversations around pressing global issues, with the aim to generate new ideas, and finally creating impact around the world. Dress code: World's Largest Lesson T-shirt (will be given on arrival), long skirt or pants, NO shorts or slippers !
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Special Events The forum will consist of 3 sessions which are: “Get inspired” by listening to professional and inspirational speakers. “Engage” and discuss relevant global issues with other youths from different backgrounds. “Take action” through participation in workshops prepared by well-known companies. This year we come with the theme of “Youth Leadership taking part of disruptive growth in Asia Pacific”. Right now Asia Pacific region has been growing disruptively that it may bring changes to our regions and generations in the future. We believe that "Youth" is a very important force who can potentially drive our future to the way we want it to be, so we want YOU to be a part of our forum and share your thoughts. Together with many voice of determining youths, our voice could be heard and our will could be taken to shape our future.
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Special Events
Global village Global Village is the cultural exposure space for all of us to be ourselves, showcase what we are and also get to know and learn the beauty from others in just one place . Dress Code: Traditional Code 19
Special Events What Delegates need to prepare for Global Village? ● Souvenirs or anything that showcase your Identity (prefer tiny stuffs which you can give to other delegates as a souvenir for example keychain,magnets or snacks . ● Stamps (from your home)or signet that represents your home that are ready to be given or stamp for visitors. ● Dances of the world (A performance from your entity 3-5 mins *prefer Dance routine ) ● Traditional costumes for you to wear during the performance and throughout the event
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Special Events
26th March (Tuesday) Party Night Party Night is an event that let you enjoy yourselves and get to know more about other delegates as well as CCs after long session during the day. This party will be hosted by the CC in which we will provide you a free drink and fun music. Extra drink will be available for purchase throughout the event. Dress Code: Casual
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Special Events
27th March (Wednesday) Gala Night Gala Night is an event that we celebrate our achievements for the term as well as the announcement of awards for Asia Pacific Region from Regional Office and AIESEC International. Enjoy Gala dinner, where we exclusively serve a buffet style dinner. It's an excellent chance for you to bond with people from different entities while also watching our musical performance during the gala dinner. Dress Code: Formal dress
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Timeline
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Timeline Become an official delegate Read this booklet carefully Join the Official Delegate Facebook Group â—? http://bit.ly/APCGroup2019 Book the flight and get the insurance Book Pre/Post stays (if needed) Chief delegate collect 10,400THB APC payment from delegates Arrive in Thailand within March 23
Make the best memory together at APC 2019 24
How to apply for VISA?
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HOW TO APPLY for VISA 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/vo aonline/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_s erivces
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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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Communication Platform
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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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Pick-Up & Arrival Conditions
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Pick-Up Arrangement 1)Pick-up assistance will be on : Saturday, March 23, 2019. From 08.00 am. - 10.00 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
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Arrival Conditions Attention! - On March 23rd, once you arrive at either Suvarnabhumi Airport or Don Mueang Airport, CC will be there waiting with an AIESEC sign. ** The CC will be standing by from 8:00 AM to 10:00 PM on March 23, 2019 Exact pickup location will be posted in delegate Facebook group
First Day of Conference All delegates must be arrived at The Twin Towers Hotel at 7:30 AM on March 24.
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Currency Exchange
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Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) There are Foreign Currency Exchange spots available on both the outbound and inbound message. Terminal 1 building, including: 1.Commercial Bank of Thailand - 3rd floor hallway outbound (north side). - Tier 3 international arrivals hall (in the zone). - Tier 1 international arrivals hall. (Belt bag) 2.Kasikorn Bank - 3rd floor hallway outbound (north side) - Tier 3 international arrivals hall (in the zone) - Tier 1 international arrivals hall. (Belt bag) - 2nd Floor Visa on arrival (the international zone) 3.TMB Bank - 3rd floor hallway outbound (north side) - 3rd floor hallway outgoing (to the south) - Tier 3 international arrivals hall (in the zone) - Tier 1 arrival hall. - Tier 1 international arrivals hall. (Belt bag) - 2nd Floor Visa on arrival (the international zone)
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Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) 4.Krungthai Bank - 3rd floor hallway outgoing (to the south). - Tier 3 international arrivals hall (in the zone) - Tier 1 arrival hall. - Tier 1 international arrivals hall. (Belt bag) 5.Bangkok Bank - 3rd floor hallway outgoing (to the south). - Tier 1 arrival hall. - Tier 1 international arrivals hall. (Belt bag) 6.CIMB Bank - Tier 3 international arrivals hall (in the zone) - Tier 1 international arrivals hall. (Belt bag) - 2nd Floor Visa on arrival (the international zone). 7.Islamic Bank Of Thailand - Tier 3 international arrivals hall (in the zone). 8.Government Savings Bank - Tier 1 arrival hall. 9.Bank of Ayudhya - Tier 1 arrival hall. Read more: http://donmueang.thailandairportshub.com/en/facility/bank_and_e xchanges
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Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) Mostly the Currency Exchange shops are located on the B floor, near Airport Rail Link train including: 1. Super Rich 1965 (orange) Open: 5:30-23:00 2. Super Rich Thailand (Green) Open: 6:30-22:00 3.Yenjit Open:10:30-19:20 ** Close Every Saturaday & Sunday 4.Value Plus Open:6:00-23:30
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Transportation
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Transportation from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) 1
Don Mueang International Airport Travel by Public Bus No. A1, 29, 510, 59 BTS Mochit
BTS National Stadium 15 minutes Walk from BTS to the Hotel The Twin Towers Hotel
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Transportation from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) 2
Don Mueang International Airport Travel by Taxi Price 191 - 249 baht MRT Suan Chatuchak
MRT Hua Lampong 15 minutes Walk from MRT to the Hotel The Twin Towers Hotel
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Transportation from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) 3
Don Mueang International Airport
Travel all the way Taxi 278-362 Baht
The Twin Towers Hotel
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Transportation from Don Mueang International Airport (DMK) Note: There are 3 options to travel from Don Mueang International Airport to ‘The Twin Towers Hotel’. 1. Take the public bus (A1,29,510,59) from the airport to BTS skytrain at ‘Mochit’ station. then travel to ‘National Stadium’ station. Then exit the station and continue to walk for 15 minutes until reaching the hotel. 2. Take a taxi from the airport to MRT train at ‘Suan Chatuchak’ station. then travel to ‘Hua Lampong’ station. Then exit the station and continue to walk for 15 minutes until reaching the hotel. 3. Take a taxi from the airport and travel all the way to the hotel. 41
Transportation from Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) 1
Airport Rail Link Suvarnabhumi International Airport Station
Airport Rail Link Makkasan Station /MRT Phetchaburi
MRT Hua Lampong 15 minutes Walk from MRT to the Hotel The Twin Towers Hotel
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Transportation from Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) 2
Airport Rail Link Suvarnabhumi International Airport Station
Airport Rail Link Phaya Thai /BTS Phaya Thai
BTS National Stadium 15 minutes Walk from BTS to the Hotel The Twin Towers Hotel
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Transportation from Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) 3
Suvarnabhumi International Airport
Travel all the way Taxi 349-454 Baht
The Twin Towers Hotel
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Transportation from Suvarnabhumi International Airport (BKK) Note: There are 3 options to travel from Suvarnabhumi International Airport to ‘The Twin Towers Hotel’. 1. Take Airport Rail Link from ‘Suvarnabhumi International Airport’ Station to Airport Rail Link, ‘Makkasan’ station. Then, convert to MRT Train, ‘Phetchaburi’ station and travel to ‘Hua Lampong’ station. Exit the train and continue to walk for 15 minutes until reaching the hotel. 2. Take Airport Rail Link from ‘Suvarnabhumi International Airport’ Station to Airport Rail Link, ‘Phaya Thai’ station. Then, convert to BTS Sky Train, ‘Phaya Thai’ station and travel to ‘National Stadium’ station. Exit the train and continue to walk for 15 minutes until reaching the hotel. 3. Take a taxi from the airport and travel all the way to the hotel. 45
Venue
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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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Pre-Stay & Post-Stay
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Pre-stay & Post-stay â—? Since the delegate needs to arrive within Saturday, March 23, 2019, every delegate may need to book a pre-stay because the Delegate Fee is only cover 24th-27th nights 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. We also provide some other hostel information.
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3 Recommended Pre-Stay & Post-Stay 1. The Twin Towers Hotel 2. Cubic Hostel 3. Siam Stadium One Hostel
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The Twin Tower Hotel
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Tips for cheaper price! Make a pre-booking via E-mail: sales@thetwintowershotel.com rsvn@thetwintowershotel.com Rate Group: - Superior Room Single - 1,500 baht Inc.ABF - Superior Room Twin - 1,500 baht Inc.ABF - Executive Single - 1,900 baht Inc.ABF - Executive Twin - 2,100 baht Inc.ABF 53
Hostel Information Cubic Tel : 090 213 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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Cubic Hostel’s Map :
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Siam stadium one Tel : 02 048 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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P.S. For the delegates who’s expecting to join our ‘Post-Tour’, we are truly sorry to announce that this program has been CANCELLED. Despite the announcement, we will be sure to makes these 5 days conference memorable for all of you!
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Contact Facebook page : ASIA PACIFIC CONFERENCE Direct Message: m.me/asiapacificconference Email: asiapacific.conference@aiesec.net