SMU Trip Advice

April 18-23rd, 2022 TSSTRMUIDUPY

TRAVEL ADVICE

Course:
Sustainability and
Business Opportunity

Organized by SASIN

ITINERARY APRIL 19th, 2022 (DAY2)

APRIL 18th, 2022 (DAY1) Field trip - Corporate Sustainability and
Diversity
Lecture at SASIN : Introduction, Trends in
Sustainability Dress Code Smart casual with a comfy pair of shoes.
08:00 – 08:15 a.m. – Meet at the hotel lobby,
Dress Code : Smart casual 08:15 – 09:30 a.m. – Travel to Asia Aviation Academy
08:00 – 08:15 a.m. - Meet at the hotel lobby 09:30 – 12:00 p.m. – Asia Aviation Academy
09:00 – 10:30 a.m. - Introduction to Course
10:30 – 12:00 p.m. - ASEAN Business Overview ▪ Talk (Resilient Strategy)
12:00 – 01:00 p.m. – Lunch 12:00 – 02:00 p.m. – Lunch time at Anchan Cafe
01:00 – 01:30 p.m. - Sustainability Concept 03:30 – 05:00 p.m. – Visiting Ananda Development

▪ Net ZERO goal of 2030 - End -
01:30 – 02:30 p.m. - Driving Thailand's Innovation

Business"
02:45 – 04:15 p.m. - Talk : Smart City Thailand
05:15 – 06:00 p.m. - Visiting Jim Thompson Museum
06:00 – 08:00 p.m. - Welcome Dinner at

Jim Thompson House

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The schedule may be subject to change

APRIL 20th, 2022 (DAY3)

Field Trip - Family Business

Dress Code : Smart casual with a comfy pair of shoes.

08:00 – 08:15 a.m. – Meet at the hotel lobby
08:15 – 09:00 a.m. – Depart to Sasin
09:00 – 11:30 a.m. – Talk : Family Business
11:30 – 01:30 p.m. – Lunch at Central world
02:00 – 03:00 p.m. – Visiting Central Tham Office
03:00 – 04:00 p.m. – Visiting Siam Piwat

at Siam Discovery
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APRIL 21st, 2022 (DAY4)

Lecture at SASIN : Innovation, Marketing, and
Sustainable Tourism

Dress Code : Smart casual
08:00 – 08:15 a.m. – Meet at hotel lobby,

Depart to Sasin (Room 502)
09:00 – 09:30 a.m. – Warm-Up Activity
09:30 – 11:45 a.m. – Investment Opportunities in Thailand
12:00 – 01:00 p.m. – Lunch time
01:00 – 02:45 p.m. – Talk : Digital Entrepreneurship,

Healthcare Industry and Digital
Health and Wellness in Thailand
03:00 – 04:30 p.m. – Panel Discussion: Doing business
in Thailand by Foreigners
05:00 – 06:00 p.m. – Depart to the Cruise for
farewell dinner
07:00 – 09:00 p.m. – Farewell Dinner on Cruise

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The schedule may be subject to change

APRIL 22nd, 2022 (DAY5) APRIL 23rd, 2022 (DAY6)

Lecture at SASIN : Social Enterprise Inspiration and Lecture at SASIN : Presentations and Wrap Up
Communication
Dress Code : Smart casual
Dress Code : Smart casual 08:00 – 08:15 a.m. – Meet at hotel lobby,
08:00 – 08:15 a.m. – Meet at hotel lobby,
Depart to Sasin
Depart to Sasin (Room 502) 09:00 – 09:45 a.m. – Project Brainstorm among
09:00 – 09:30 a.m. – Warm-Up Activity
09:30 – 10:30 a.m. – Talk : Thai Social Enterprise the group (40min)
09:45 – 10:45 a.m. – Project Presentation
Inspiration Forum
10:45 – 11:45 a.m. – Talk : Sustainable Tourism Forum (15 min / group ,5 group)
11:00 – 11:45 a.m. – Discussion and Peer Feedback
▪ Economy Philosophy 12:00 – 01:00 p.m. - Lunch and transfer to hotel
12:00 – 01:00 p.m. – Lunch time
01:00 – 02:45 p.m. – Branding and Communication with - End -

Sustainability
03:00 – 04:00 p.m. – Panel Discussion : Social listening

and Social Analytic
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The schedule may be subject to change

What to bring?
Climate

What's the Weather Like in Bangkok in April? How Warm Is Bangkok in April? April sees the hottest
average temperature of the year in Bangkok, Thailand. The daily average temperature for Bangkok
during April is around 31°C, which is extremely warm. But temperatures at the hottest part of the day
can each 35°C. Overnight lows are around 26°C. Does It Rain in Bangkok in April? There's generally
110mm of rainfall with a 32% chance of rain in Bangkok, which falls in heavy but short-lived bursts and
skies clear quickly. April Sunshine Hours in Bangkok. Bangkok has a healthy eight hours of sunshine
each day. Highest and Lowest April Temperatures in Bangkok. The highest ever recorded temperature
in April for Bangkok is a scorching 40°C with the lowest being 22°C.

Electricity Currency

The electricity in Thailand is 220 volts, 50 cycles/sec. The photo to the The Thai Baht is the
right shows the wall receptacle design usually found in Thailand. They only currency used in
accommodate both flat prongs (like in the U.S. and Japan) and round
Thailand.
prongs (like much of Europe and Asia).

Essential Items

• Valid Passport and Visa ‼
• Thai Baht for personal expenses
• Casual business attire for class and company visits
• Summer attire

• Workout clothing for hotel gym‼
• Laptop
• Notebook and pen/pencil
• Universal travel adapter (if needed)
• Electric power converter (if needed)
• Personal medicines (especially for personal illnesses
plus, colds and upset stomach)
• Mosquito repellent
• Hand sanitizer
• Umbrella

Accommodation

Banyan Tree Bangkok

21/100 South Sathorn Road, Sathorn, Bangkok 10120
TEL: +66 (0) 2 679 1200 / EMAIL: [email protected]

Classroom

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Sasin Graduate Institute of Business
Administration of Chulalongkorn University

Classroom ,5th floor, Sasa Patasala Building Soi Chula 12, Phyathai Road
Bangkok 10330 TEL: +66 (0) 2-218-4001 to 4009 www.sasin.edu

How to get around?

Source: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Travel-g293916-s302/Bangkok:Thailand:Getting.Around.html

BTS (Skytrain)

The BTS is an efficient and convenient way to navigate around the inner city, at a cost low
enough to relax and enjoy the ride. It is an elevated train that runs through the main business
districts, but doesn’t go ’everywhere’ (i.e taxis and tuk tuk rides are still needed). Train stations
are well marked and well-tended.

MRT (Subway)

The MRT is a welcome addition to the Skytrain and gives access to more areas. There are
interchange stations at Silom and at Asoke where you have the possibility to change from the
subway to the Skytrain and the other way around. Magnetic chips and cards can be bought at
the counter or the available machines. Cards can be recharged at the counter with any amount
once they are used up. Further Information and Official Website.

Taxi

Taxis are cheap and fares start at 35 Baht - about 1 USD. Make sure the meter is on and
showing 35 baht. All taxis are metered but some drivers will try to negotiate a fixed fare with
tourists. This is not allowed and should not be done. In this case leave the taxi immediately and
find another one. There are enough taxis available everywhere. At night time, taxis are the most
convenient, as the Skytrain and Subway do not operate after midnight.

Grab

Grab in Bangkok is available is several forms. Grab Taxi allows you to order taxi through mobile
app and pay a 20 Baht on top of your taxi fare for the service. This can be an easy option to
avoid taxis, which refused to go to your destinations. Grab Car is much like Uber where you
order a personal car to drive you to your destinations.

Chao Phraya River Express Boat

Chao Phraya Express boats run along the river in both directions. A boat runs every 20
minutes, but in the rush hours they run about every 5 minutes. For 20 Baht you could ride the
express boat from the "Central Pier" (Ta Sathorn Pier, under the Saphan Takin BTS station) all
the way to the end of the line at Nonthaburi, a fascinating journey of about an hour. It’s also a
fast way to get to the Grand Palace at Ta Chang Pier, and other interesting locations.

Motorcycle Taxis (Win)

For shorter distances motorcycle taxis can be found on many street corners. This is helpful
especially for accessing the Skytrain or the Subway. Prices normally range between 15 and 40
Baht. However, as a foreigner, you are 99% likely to be overcharged. Just walk up to the driver,
tell him where you want to go. The driver is supposed to supply you with a helmet and you are
supposed to wear it.

Tuk Tuk

Your Bangkok trip would be incomplete if you did not ride, just once, in a Tuk Tuk. This is a
motorized three-wheeler which is seen all over the city. Since it does not have a meter, all the
กprice has to be negotiated. Be aware of those around the main tourist areas, some Tuk-Tuk
drivers are not honest and will lead you into a shopping or other type of scam. And as a
foreigner, you are 99% likely to be overcharged.

Airport Rail Link (ARL)

The Airport Rail Link (ARL) is a sub-urban train service that takes you directly from
Suvarnabhumi Airport to the city center (directly to Phaya Thai BTS Skytrain station) and vice
versa. There are three services: City Line train, Phaya Thai Express and Makkasan Express. The
City Line trains departs at every 20 minutes and stops at all stations on the way to and from the
airport. The total travel time between Phaya Thai terminal station and the airport is
approximately 30 minutes. The maximum fare on this local route is 45 baht. Phaya Thai Express
is a non-stop service between Phaya Thai station and the airport. Trains depart every 30 minutes
and the travel time is 17 minutes. Further information or Official Website

Where to go?

Temples

Wat Phra Kaew (Temple of Emerald Buddha) Within the grounds of the

Grand Palace, Wat Phra Kaew or 'The Temple of the Emerald Buddha' is the most

important and most visited temple in Bangkok. One of the most significant features
of Wat Phra Kaew is the Emerald Buddha, carved into a 66 cm tall block of Jade.
This highly revered icon was first discovered in 1464 in Chiang Rai when the Wat
sheltering it was struck by lightning.

Source: http://www.bangkok.com/attraction-temple/wat-prakaeo.htm

Strict Dress Code: no short pants/skirts, no sleeveless t-shirts, no flip-flops
Opening Hours: 8.30 am to 3.30 pm
Entrance Fee: THB 500 (including Vimanmek Mansion).
Location: Na Phralan, Phra Nakorn (inside Grand Palace complex), Old City (Rattanakosin)
How to get there from hotel: Take the BTS - Silom Line and get off at Saphan Taksin Station
(or S6 Station), and go out through Exit No. 2. Then, take Chao Phraya Express Boat to Ta Chang Pier and walk to the temple.

Wat Pho (Temple of the Reclining Buddha) Wat Pho is home to the 15-meter

high, 43-meter-long Buddha image, covered with gold leaf and baring four-meter-long
feet encrusted with exquisite mother of-pearl (or nacre) decorations. Located just next
to the grand palace, Wat Pho is also home to the first Thai massage school where Thai
massage is taught at the Traditional Medical Practitioners Association Center.

Source: http://www.bangkok.com/attraction-temple/wat-po.htm
Strict Dress Code: no short pants/skirts, no sleeveless t-shirts.
Opening Hours: Daily 08:00 - 17:00 (Massage available until 18:00)
Entrance Fee: THB 100
Location: Maharat Road. Close to the river (about a half mile south of the Grand Palace), Old
City (Rattanakosin)
How to get there from hotel: Take the BTS - Silom Line and get off at Saphan Taksin Station
(or S6 Station), and go out through Exit No. 2. Then, take Chao Phraya Express Boat to Ta Tien Pier and walk to Wat Pho.

Wat Arun (Temple of Dawn)Wat Arun, the most iconic temple of Bangkok is

located on Thonburi side of Bangkok, almost opposite to the Grand Palace and Wat
Pho. Built during seventeenth century on the bank of the Chao Phraya River. The
distinctive shape of Wat Arun consists of a central 'Prang' (a Khmer style tower)
surrounded by four smaller towers all incrusted with faience from plates and
potteries. Despite its name, the Temple of Dawn looks amazing at sunset.

Source: http://www.bangkok.com/attraction-temple/wat-arun.htm
Strict Dress Code: no short pants/skirts, no sleeveless t-shirts.
Opening Hours: 07:30 -17:30
Entrance Fee: THB 100
Location: Located on the west side of Chao Praya River (opposite Tha Thien Pier)
How to get there from hotel: Take the BTS - Silom Line and get off at Saphan Taksin Station (or S6 Station), and go out through Exit No. 2 Then, take Chao Phraya
Express Boat to Ta Tien Pier, followed by a ferry boat to Wat Arun Pier.

Shopping

MBK Centeris popular with both tourists and locals, and busy with shoppers

every day. There are eight floors packed with 2,000 shops that sell everything
from clothing, fashion accessories, handbags, leather products and luggage
to furniture, mobile phones, electric appliances, cameras, stationery and
DVDs. It's not as up-market or stylish as neighboring Siam Discovery, Siam
Centre and the glitzy Siam Paragon, but it is considerably less expensive.

Source: http://www.bangkok.com/shopping-mall/mbk.htm
Opening Hours: 10:00 - 22:00
How to get there from hotel: Across the street from the hotel or BTS -
National Stadium Station (Silom Line).
Leave via Exit 4 and take the direct link to Tokyu Department Store
(Part of MBK)

Chatuchak Weekend Market’s sheer size and diverse collections of

merchandise will bring any seasoned shoppers to their knees – this is where
you can literally shop ‘till you drop’. The 35-acre (68-rai) area of Chatuchak
is home to more than 8,000 market stalls. On a typical weekend, more than
200,000 visitors come here to sift through the goods on offer. Veteran
shoppers would agree that just about everything is on sale here.

Source: http://www.bangkok.com/shopping-market/popular-markets.htm
Opening Hours: The weekend market is open on Friday Saturday and Sunday
05:00 am - 09:00 pm , Plant sections are also open on Tuesday 09.00 am –
08.00 pm Wednesdays and Thursdays, from 05:00 - 18:00.
How to get there from hotel: Take the BTS to Mo Chit Station (Sukhumvit
Line), Take exit 1 and walk straight 100m to Chatuchak Park on your right.

Asiatique The Riverfront This once-bustling international trade port has

been transformed, with over 1,500 boutiques and 40 restaurants housed
under a huge replica warehouse complex. A wonderful place to spend an
evening: you’ll have good fun browsing the boutiques, picking up gifts or
something for yourself; find something to eat and if this isn’t enough
entertainment, shows are performed nightly: Calypso cabaret and soon, a
classic Thai puppets performance.

Source: http://www.bangkok.com/shopping-mall/asiatique.htm,
http://www.thaiasiatique.com/
Location: Chareonkrung Soi 74-76
Operating Hours: Mon – Fri 04.00 am – 00.00 am Sat – Sun & Public Holidays: 12.00 am – 00.00 pm
How to get there from hotel: Take the BTS to Saphan Taksin and jump on the free shuttle at the end of the pier. It only takes ten minutes, and the boat
runs until 23:00. Taxis are not recommended as the traffic can be terrible in this area.

Central Silom Complex Silom Complex is a shopping

mall that’s only metres away from the BTS at Sala Daeng
in Bangkok. It provides an air-conditioned space in which
to shop, grab a bite to eat and escape from the hustle and
bustle of the street outside. Owned by the Central Group, it
is relatively smaller than the other shopping centres around
Bangkok but still offers a nice variety of international and
local boutiques together with the multi-levelled Central
Department Store.

Source: Silom Complex in Bangkok - Shop for Old Clothes, New Bags and Quirky Sunglasses - Go Guides (hotels.com)
Location: 191 Silom, Bang Rak, Bangkok 10500, Thailand
Operating Hours: Daily from 10.30 a.m. to 9.30 p.m.
How to get there from hotel: Take taxi or walking from the hotel around 800 metres to Silom road.

Siam Discovery Opened in 1997, Siam Discovery
ushered in the first lifestyle destination for Bangkok’s
elite urbanites. It remains unique and innovative in
concept, housing one-of-a-kind stores, entertainment
venues and trendy beauty and fashion brands.

Source: Siam Piwat
Location: 989 Rama 1 Road, Pathumwan, Bangkok 10330,
Thailand
Operating Hours: Everyday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
How to get there from hotel: Take MRT Lumpini station and take of at Siam Station

Siam Center In 1973, Siam Piwat Siam Group launched

Siam as Thailand’s first international standard shopping
center with the aim to introduce the shopping mall business
to Thai retail market.  It has since been Thailand’s best-loved
mall and also a birth place of top Thai designers - many of
whom started their careers at Siam Center. Despite being the
first shopping center for 4 decades, Siam Center is
undoubtedly one of the most innovative shopping
destinations as it has always been renovated to lead the
changing trends and customers’ demands through time. In
2013, Siam Center underwent a total renovation and reopened
as “Siam Center: The Idea polis”-

Source: Siam Center
Location: 989 Rama 1 Road, Pathumwan, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
Operating Hours: Everyday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
How to get there from hotel: Take MRT Lumpini station and take of at Siam Station

Siam Paragon is the first and the biggest world-class

shopping and entertainment phenomenon in Thailand that
has become a legend and a must-see Bangkok landmark for
both local and international visitors. Attracting millions of
visitors annually, Siam Paragon has made a significant
impression on visitors around the world and is ranked
among the top ten most checked-in places on Facebook and
Instagram. 

Source: Siam Center
Location: 991/1 Rama 1 Road, Pathumwan, Bangkok
10330, Thailand
Operating Hours: Everyday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m.
How to get there from hotel: Take MRT Lumpini station and take of at Siam Station

Central World mega-shopping complex in Bangkok offers

one of the most exciting shopping experiences in the Thai
capital. It has everything from brand-name clothing
boutiques, funky fashion, high-tech gadgets, bookshops
and designer furniture to imported groceries, a lineup of
banks, beauty salons, gourmet eateries and even an ice-
skating rink. With so many tantalizing options to explore,
you could easily spend half a day here. It will come as no
surprise to anyone who's experienced the incredible size of
Central World that this is, in fact, one of the largest malls in
Thailand.

Source: CentralWorld Bangkok - Shop at One of Bangkok's Largest Shopping Malls - Go Guides (hotels.com)
Location: 999/9 Rama I Rd, Pathumwan, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
Operating Hours: Every day at 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
How to get there from hotel: Take MRT Lumpini station and take of at Siam Station

Central Chidlom Store has a long and illustrious history,

helping to shape the retail industry in Thailand. The Central
legacy started in 1947, with Tiang and Samrit Chirathivat
bringing in innovative ideas with new merchandise lines of
ready-made clothing and cosmetics to offer alongside
newspapers and magazines to the Thai public. Throughout
the following decades, Central grew with new stores
opening across Bangkok, bringing in pioneering ideas to
the Thai retail industry, such as merchandise displays, fixed
pricing systems and linking supermarkets to their stores
brought new ideas and standards to their customers.

Source: เซ็นทรลั ชดิ ลม | แผนทหี่ ้าง & ข้อมลู รา้ นค้า | Central Department Store

Location: 1027 Phloen Chit Road, Lumphini, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330
Operating Hours: Every day at 11 a.m. - 8 p.m.
How to get there from hotel: Take MRT Lumpini station and take of at Chidlom

Central Embassy Located in the vibrant heart of

Bangkok’s hippest neighborhood and surrounded by a
thriving cultural quarter, Central Embassy sets the
standard for urban retail and shopping in South-East
Asia. As daring as it is original, Thailand’s leading
department store offers a unique space for inspiration,
where families, individuals, and values converge into one
community of joie de vivre. Driven by an ethos of quality
and class, this is where boundless imagination and
luxury blend seamlessly to create a multi-faceted
rendezvous point for Bangkok residents and visitors
alike. Offering exclusive fashion brands, global cuisines,
comprehensive services, and a state-of-the-art cinema, Central Embassy aims to be the shopping hub and style face of Thailand
while cultivating life’s infinite possibilities inspired through chic style, creativity, and innovation. At Central Embassy, unparalleled
discovery and delight awaits you.

Source: เซน็ ทรัล ชดิ ลม | แผนทหี่ ้าง & ขอ้ มูลรา้ นค้า | Central Department Store
Location: 1031 Ploenchit Road, Pathumwan, Bangkok 10330, Thailand
Operating Hours: Every day at 10 a.m. - 10 p.m.
How to get there from hotel: Take MRT Lumpini station and take of at Ploen Chit Station

Emquartier is Thailand’s leading department store

(Trading) and shopping center (Real Estate) developer
by The Mall group, The Emporium, The Emquatier,
Siam Paragon, Bluport HuaHin and many more
projects in the future. We are aiming to build retail
professionals to the international level. By offering
stable job positions, Opportunities to grow and
develop in the career path and challenging work
experiences to new generation. Our human resource
policy holds corporate culture ‘M Culture: We Are
Professional & Family’ from recruitment process,
personnel training and developing, include providing
the best welfare to every level of staffs. Come join us to learn and grow together with The Mall family.

Source: EMQUARTIER DEPARTMENTSTORE
Location: 693,695 Sukhumvit Road, Bangkok, Thailand 10110
Operating Hours: Every day at 10 a.m. - 09 p.m.
How to get there from hotel: Take MRT Lumpini station and take of at Phrom Phong Station

Eats

Yaowarat Road (Chinatown Bangkok) is one of a few tourist areas in

Bangkok that has not succumbed to a degree of urbanization. The area was
once renowned for being home to a dense warren of opium dens, gambling
joints, brothels and pawnshops. Today is the great food, fabric and gold

market. It largely consists of well weathered shop houses and market stalls
that sit below illuminated and painted signs – promoting food, pawnshops
and in particular, gold.

Source: http://www.bangkok.com/top10/top10-attractions-chinatown.htm
How to get there from hotel: Taxi is the easiest way but you can take the BTS

to S6 Saphan Taksin Station (Silom Line). Take Exit 2 to Chao Phraya Express
Boat Sathorn Pier (Central Pier) Take boat upriver to RatchawongsePier (N.5)
Then straight on Ratchawongse Rd. until intersecting Soi Wanit 1 (Sampeng
Lane), about 350 m. Turn left walk along Soi 550 m to Khlong Ong Ang and markets lining its banks or continue across the Khlong to adjacent Pahurat
Indian cloth market. To visit Nakhorn Kasem Market, turn right on Soi Chakkrawat which intersects Sampeng lane 300m before Khlong Ong Ang. Walk

ahead 200m to intersection with Yaowarat Rd. cross Yaowarat and Proceed straight. Market on left between Yaowarat & Charoen Krung Rds. Or, take
Skytrain to W1 National Stadium Station & take public transport to Chinatown.

Khao San Road If Bangkok is a city where East greets West, then Khao

San Road is the scene of their collision. With travelers from every corner of
the modern world, sleek clubs playing sophisticated sounds, eclectic market
stalls, converted VW cocktail bars, and foods tamed to suit the Western
palate. Its irrepressible energy and carefree vibe make it well worth a visit.

Source: http://www.bangkok.com/area-khao-san-road/review.htm
How to get there from hotel: Getting to Khao San by taxi. If you'd like to go
on afun and exciting tuk tuk ride, it is recommended to fix the price for
service before hopping on.

Vertigo Rooftop @Banyan Tree (Western with Rooftop) Vertigo
offers an alfresco dining experience set atop a roof terrace
overlooking the glittering cityscape of Bangkok – a grill-and-bar
rooftop experience that is Asia's first. Dine on fork-tender
seafood and premium steaks while feasting your eyes on the
city's vast skyline, and enjoy cocktails from the Moon Bar.

Source: Vertigo | Dining in Bangkok - Banyan Tree
Opening Hours: 6:00 pm – 10:30 pm
How to get there from hotel: Use hotel elevator and select the floor no.61

Nahm (Thai Authentic) Thai brings all the best of Thai food
culture to Coomera. Our menu was carefully crafted to include
traditional authentic dishes that is hard to find in other
restaurants to the familiar classics we all know and love, all the
while keeping the price affordable.

Source: Nahm Thai Coomera – Authentic Thai Food with Style in Westfield Coomera
Opening Hours: Lunch: 11 a.m. – 4 p.m. | Dinner: 5 p.m. – 9 p.m.
How to get there from hotel: At front of the hotel, you should turn left and
walk to the restaurant about 130 meters.

Baan Somtum Bangkok's somtum is an acquired taste - it's

not always love at first bite. But with the help of restaurants who
can curate amazing somtum varieties, love at first bite can be
possible. No better place to have your first taste of somtum than
at Baan Somtum. This Michelin-recommended restaurant is
known for their extensive choices for somtum - there are 29
varieties to choose from. Each papaya salad is paired with either
pork, chicken or seafood delicacies. Other items on the menu
include Isaan cuisine - dishes from Northern Thailand which are
popular for their strong, savory and spicy flavors. The ambiance is a bit fancy in this place. Don't get intimidated though, because
prices are cheap.

Source: Som Tum (Papaya Salad) - Top 10 To Do List

Opening Hours: 11:00 – 09:00 p.m.

How to get there from hotel: Not far frokUsing a Taxi ot Motorbike Taxi to get there

Tenyuu Grand (Top Japanese) Located in the heart of prime

business area, TENYUU Grand is the one and only premium
authentic Japanese restaurant that is surrounded by and exquisite
Japanese garden and large parking space. Embellished with wood
and sakura trees as interior high lights, we offer stunning
Japanese sceneries and a welcoming atmosphere with attentive
staff and first class Japanese cuisine. Our wide range of day from
Japan, confirming our slogan as "Sushi Heaven" for every
Japanese food lover as we serve only the best and delectable
creations from our top professional chefs. Our name "TENYUU"
means "wealth from heaven". It is reflected that we are and expert in Japanese cuisine with rich experience in creating the b est
Japanese foods that will make you feel like tasting superb menus from heaven.

Source: ขอ้ มูลบัญชี | Tenyuu Grand | LINE Official Account

Opening Hours: Open: Everyday 11.00-02.30 pm, 05.30-10.00 pm

How to get there from hotel: Start from front of the hotel, you should turn left and walk to the restaurant about 650 meters.

Museums

Nitasrattanakosin Exhibition Hall Bangkok’s old town has an interesting history, and the most entertaining way to discover more about it is with a

visit to the Rattanakosin Exhibition Hall. Experience many things that make
Bangkok great through creative presentations to better understand of the
palace, temples and neighborhoods of Rattanakosin Island. Audio guides
are available for a nominal fee of THB100 with THB1,000 returnable deposit.
Source: http://www.bangkok.com/magazine/rattanakosin-exhibition-hall.htm
Opening Hours: Tuesday - Sunday and Public Holidays 09.00 - 07.00 pm
Location: 100 Ratcha Damnoen Klang Avenue, Bawonniwet Sub-District,
Phra Nakhon District, Bangkok 10200 Tel: +66 (0)2 621 0044
Entrance Fee: THB 100, Free of charge for:- Bachelor Degree Student (in
uniform and upon presentation of Student ID Card)
- Elderly people (aged over 60 Years old and upon presentation of ID Card)
Additional headset rental at 1,000 Baht for non-Thai speaking

Bangkok National Museum In the former grounds of the 18th Century

Wang Na Palace, The Bangkok National Museum houses the largest
collection of Thai art and artifacts in the country. It's definitely worth a
visit, especially if visiting nearby Wat Phra Kaew or the Grand Palace.
Opened by King Rama V to exhibit the antiques and gifts bestowed to him
by his father, the exhibits arranged into three areas consistent with Thai
history, and good English-language descriptions available. Free English-
language tours given by volunteers are available.

Source: http://www.bangkok.com/attraction-museum/national-
museum.htm
Opening Hours: 09:00 - 16:00 (Wednesday - Sunday)
Location: Na Phrathat Road, near the Grand Palace, between
Thammasart University and the National Theatre, and opposite to
Phra Main Ground (Sanam Luang) Tel: +66 (0)2 215 8173
Entrance Fee: THB 200
How to get there from hotel: Taxi is probably the best way to go or embark the Chao Phraya Express Boat to Maharaj Pier, then walk about 20 minutes.

Museum of Siam is a surprising exhibition, it's a great introduction to

Thailand’s spirit and culture without ever being boring. And as it's located
not far from Wat Pho, it a nice addition to a day trip in this part of
Bangkok. While the Museum of Siam is set inside a very large
neoclassical house, the reception area, wooden stairs, ceramic tiles and
old-fashioned columns contrast with resolutely modern art and advanced
technology.
Source: http://www.bangkok.com/magazine/museum-siam.htm
Opening Hours: Tuesday - Sunday from 10:00 - 18:00 pm
Location: Phra Nakorn District, Rattanakosin Island, south of Wat Pho
Tel: +66 (0)2 225 2777
Entrance Fee: Free of charge for children aged below 15 years and height
below 150 centimeters, monks, the disabled, and senior citizens aged over 60
- 50 Baht for students aged over 15. 100 baht for Thai adult and 300 baht for foreign adult.
- Group of 5 people or more: 25 baht each for students, 50 baht for each Thai adult and 150 Baht for each foreign adult. Group of 20 people or more, please call: 0
2 225 2777 (Free of charge from 16.00hrs. - 18.00 hrs. on every operating day)
How to get there from hotel: Take the BTS Silom Line and get off at Saphan Taksin Station (or S6 Station), and go
out through Exit No. 2. Then, take the Chao Phraya Express Boat to Rajini Pier or Ta Tien Pier. Walk towards
Sanamchai Road for about 150 meters.Buses that Go There: Bus No. 3, 6, 9, 12, 47, 53, 82, and 524

What to learn?

A few handy phrases

Krab The polite word is used by MALE speakers, and they are added to the end of
every sentence to make it more polite and show respect to the listener
Ka
The polite word is used by FEMALE speakers, and they are added to the end of
Sawat dee every sentence to make it more polite and show respect to the listener
Sabai dee Mai
Sabai dee Hello
Khob khun
Chai How are you?
Mai chai
Dai Fine
Mai dai
Mai pen rai Thank you
Pood Thai mai dai
Kow jai mai Yes
Kow Jai Leaw No
Mai kow jai I can
Nee tao rai Can not
Pang It’s ok / never mind
Lot noi dai mai I cannot speak Thai.
Took Do you understand?
Mai Aow I understanded
Khor I do not understand
Gin How much?
Nid noi Expensive
Yer Yer Can you give a little discount
Lek Cheap
Yai I don't want
Naam Can I have? / ask for something
Naam keng Eat/drink
A little bit
A lot
Small
Large
Water
Ice

What to learn? Beef
Nua Pork
Moo Chicken
Gai Egg
Kai Vegetarian
Jay Hot
Ron Cool
Yen Good luck
Chok Dee Go
Pai Here
Tee nee Airport
Sanaam bin Toilet
Hong Naam Where is
Yu nai Where is the toilet?
<Hong naam yu nai> 0
Soon 1
Neung 2
Song 3
Sam 4
See 5
Haa 6
Hok 7
Jed 8
Paed 9
Gow 10
Sip

Source: https://www.tripadvisor.com/Travel-g293915-s604/Thailand:Important.Phrases.html