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Joy's Bangkok Travel Notes

Bangkok is one of the most popular holiday destination among my friends, and definitely one of my "to-visit" places. And why not? It's near (to SIngapore), it's cheap (with all those great Bangkok deals). But best of all, it's where you shop for bags, clothes and shoes at steal prices. And after that, indulge in a Thai massage, before you tuck into some spicy Thai food.
 
 

Bangkok Airport Transfers

Bangkok's Social Norms

Bobe Market

Bangkok Business Travelers

Chatuckak Market

Chao Phraya River boat rides

Bangkok Chinatown

Cycling in Bangkok

Day Trips from Bangkok

Dive With Sharks in Bangkok

Durian

Events in Bangkok

Exotic Food

Family Friendly Hotels

Family Fun

Fitness

Floating Market

Fun Facts

Good Eats

 

Good Golf Sports in Bangkok

Health Land and Spa

Honeymoon

Khaosan Road

Lumphini Park

Luxury Hotels

Money and Banks

Mooncakes

Museums

Nightlife in Bangkok

Notes About Bangkok

Palaces

Phahurat

Public Transport in Bangkok

Renting a car

Safety

Sightseeing spots in Bangkok

Silom

 

Shopping in Pratunam

Shopping in Ratchaprasong

Spas

Suan Luang Rama IX Park

Suan Lum Night Bazaar

Sukhumvit

Suvarnaburi Airport

Tailors

Teaching English

Thai Boxing

Thai Desserts

Thai Food

Thai Names

To Hua Hin

Traditional Dance-Drama

Useful Food Phrases

Using Mobile Phones

Work or Stay Visas

 
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Bangkok Business Travelers

 
If you plan to do business in Bangkok, these tips may come in helpful. 
 
Firstly, Bangkok can be a highly attractive place to do business beaucse it’s a major transport hub.  So it’s easy to get to other Asian business centers from here.  And of course, the vibrant entertainment options mean that it won’t be a case of ‘all work and no play’ for Jack.
 
However, doing business here may prove trying.  Sources say "they are keen to learn Western ideas and technology, but may not believe that these same ideas will work in Thailand".   A common reply they’ll give you is “This is Thailand.”
 
Time and Working Hours:
  • Same as in most other countries.
  • Also common for companies to work half-day on Saturdays
  • Generally, business meetings will not be on Saturdays.
  • Thais are less concerned with punctuality than most Westerners
 
Dress
Shirt and tie for men in general, and a jacket for meetings with higher management. Pants, shirt or skirt for women are ok.
 
Class and Respect
Thais are generally still quite class conscious, so how you dress will affect their reaction or response to you.
One backlash: if you are treated with much respect, you may not be given full information or told things that disagree with you, as many white-skinned bosses have found out.
 
Negotiations
Can be challenging again because of the lack of English skills. Even if a company has someone who speaks English, the person may not know the contact you are trying to reach, or they may be empowered to make decisions.
 
Once a contact, negotiations can be slowed down as most companies need to have a consensus before actions can be taken.
 
Payment:
Payment can be another lengthy process. If you are exporting to Thailanand expect a Thai company to transfer payment overseas to you, it is strongly advised that you insist on a letter of credit so that you can be paid promptly.

 

Here are some Bangkok Business Hotels

Millennium Hilton Hotel Bangkok Riverside

Contemporary, located along the Chao Phraya River
 

Sheraton Grande Sukhumvit Bangkok

Enjoys a fantastic Sukhumvit Road location

 

Westin Grande Sukhumvit Bangkok

Located on Ratchadapisek Road, 20 minutes from the capital’s airport.
 

Plaza Athenee Bangkok - A Royal Meridien Hotel

 

Courtyard By Marriott Bangkok Siam

Located in Siam Square.
 

JW Marriott Hotel Bangkok Sukhumvit

Offers personalized environment with ample choices of dining
 

Intercontinental Bangkok Hotel Plaoenchit

Occupies a prime location at the core of the city`s thriving business and commercial districts,
 

Holiday Inn Bangkok Plaoenchit

Conveniently located in the downtown area close to upscale shopping, business and diplomatic venues
 

Holiday Inn Silom Silom

Located on bustling Silom Road, in the heart of Bangkok's commercial, shopping and entertainment district.
 
 
 
 
Tags :   Bangkok   Business Traveler   Business Hotel   
 
 
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