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Destination Airport (BKK)

Bangkok Palace Hotel/Samui Palm Beach

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Location: Bangkok

Bangkok is one of South East Asia's biggest, busiest and most vibrant cities. Ride a noisy Tuk Tuk through the busy streets, shop for beautiful Thai silks in one of the city's colourful markets or marvel at the beauty of the stunning Grand Palace on the banks of the legendary Chao Praya River. In a city that never sleeps the choices for sightseeing, shopping, dining & exploring are endless.

Your holiday price includes: Flights, transfers and 3 nights accommodation in Bangkok and 7 or 10 nights accommodation in Koh Samui on a bed & breakfast board basis.

Accommodation description in Bangkok

3* Bangkok Palace Hotel - 3 nights – bed & breakfast

Close to the city’s main commercial, shopping and entertainment districts, the Bangkok Palace Hotel is only minutes away from the expressways leading to and from the international airport. The Hotel offers 644 recently refurbished air conditioned rooms and suites that are well appointed and decorated in contemporary Thai fashion. Suitable for both leisure and business travellers alike.

After a hectic day soaking up the sights and sounds of Bangkok, what better way to unwind than to swim a lap or two in our swimming pool, take a soak in the spa, or work-out in our new Fitness Centre equipped with state-of-the-art facilities or even try a traditional Thai massage. If bargain hunting is your preference, the World Trade Centre and Pratunam Market, famous for their excellent assortment of shops and bargains, are just a short walk from the hotel.

Hotel facilities

2 restaurants
Bar
In-house shopping arcade
Beauty salon
Photo/film processing shop
Book shop
Bi-lingual staff
Foreign exchange
Gift shop
Travel and tour desk
Barber shop
Outdoor swimming pool
Jacuzzi
Sauna
Fitness centre
Traditional Thai massage
Business centre
Car park
Dry cleaning service
Laundry service
Safe deposit boxes
24-hour room service
Transfers
Baby sitting (by arrangement)
Limousine service

Room facilities

Individually controlled air conditioning
Private bath room and bath tub
Fully stocked minibar
Telephone with ISD service
Remote controlled television with satellite channels

Location: Koh Samui

The island of the coconut trees is the third largest island in Thailand. The area is 247kms. It is located 700kms south of Bangkok. The most well known beaches are Chaweng, Lamai, Bophut, Big Buddha and Maenam. Samui has many sister islands. Well known are Koh Tao (one of the best diving islands in Asia) and Koh Phangan.

Accommodation description in Koh Samui

3* Samui Palm Beach Resort– 7 or 10 nights – bed & breakfast

Enjoy the natural splendour and tropical atmosphere of Thailand's most exotic holiday destination at Samui Palm Beach Resort.

Samui Palm Beach Resort is set at the heart of unspoiled Bophut Beach on Koh Samui’s spectacular northern coast - now wildly reckoned to be the island’s most beautiful area. A mere ten minutes drive from the airport, it is conveniently located amid groves of Palm trees and acres of tropical gardens. The Resort overlooks magical Koh Phangan Island, famous for its pristine beaches and full moon parties

Hotel facilities

Beach
4 restaurants
- Tom Yam Thai Restaurant
- Guilin Chinese Restaurant
- Pizzeria Restaurant
- Trade Wind International Restaurant
Bar
Room service
Pools
Fitness centre
Massage
Snooker
Table Tennis
Water sports
Internet – pay
Business centre
Laundry service

Room facilities

Air conditioning
Satellite TV
IDD phone
Minibar
Hairdryer
Balcony/deck
Coffee/tea maker
Safety deposit box

Please note

The following extra charges will apply when booked by credit card: Visa/MasterCard - 3%, Amex - 4%, Diners - 4%.
Child prices are only applicable when sharing with 2 full fare paying adults.
For any bookings made within 10 days of departure, there will be a Ticket on Departure charge of £15 per person levied by the tour operator.

Ticketing information: You will be contacted by the tour operator after making your booking.

Koh Samui Information

Nearest Airport : Bangkok (BKK)

Destination Airport

Bangkok International Airport

Airport Information

Country

Thailand

Address

Bangkok International Airport, 222 Moo 10 Vibhavadi Rangsit Road, Don Mueang, Bangkok 10210, Thailand

Country Code

Telephone

(0)2 535 1111 or 535 1004 or 535 1456

Fax

(0)2 535 4061 or 502 3846

E-mail

aatpr@airportthai.co.th or aotpr@airportthai.co.th

Website

www.airportthai.co.th

Location

The airport is located 24km (15 miles) north of Bangkok

Time Zone

GMT + 7

Number of Terminals

Transfer between Terminals

Free shuttle buses connect all three terminals.

Driving Directions

The main road linking the airport to central Bangkok is the Vibhavadi Rangsit Road; it is also possible to travel into Bangkok via faster toll-motorways.

Car Parking

A car park is located in the basement of International Passenger Terminal 1; in addition, there is a seven-storey car park next to International Passenger Terminal 2 and a three-storey car park in front of the Domestic Passenger Terminal.

Car Hire

Avis is located in the first floor meeting hall in Arrivals, between International Passenger Terminals 1 and 2. Other car hire companies, including Budget, have desks in the Arrivals area in the Domestic Passenger Terminal.

Public Transport

Rail: Trains run to Bangkok from Don Muang Station, opposite the airport, to Hua Lumpong Railway Station in central Bangkok, from where trains to destinations throughout the country can connect. Road: Taxi: Licensed metered city taxis (with black and yellow plates) can be flagged down outside Departures; passengers should make sure that the meter is switched on and never used unlicensed taxis. It is a good idea to have the destination required written in Thai. Limousine: Thai Airways International Public Company offers a limousine service. Bus: Air-conditioned airport buses leave from the front of the Terminal 1 Arrivals area; destinations served include several city hotels, the Grand Palace, Sukhumvit and Bangkok Railway Station. Regular public buses also run to Bangkok Railway Station, Silom Road and the Southern and Eastern Region bus terminals.

Information and Help Desks

Airport information counters are located in all Arrivals and Departures halls. The Tourism Authority of Thailand counters are located in the Arrivals halls .

Airport Facilities

Money and communications: Banks, bureaux de change and ATMs can be found throughout the terminals. A postal and telecommunications service is also available at the airport in all three terminals. Mobile phone hire is available in the International Passenger Terminal 1. Eating and drinking: Various restaurants, snack bars and fast-food outlets offer a wide variety of international cuisine in all terminals. Shopping: There are several gift and souvenir shops, as well as a duty-free shopping in the International Passenger Terminals. Luggage: Left-luggage facilities are available in all terminals. Other facilities: These include medical emergency clinics, chemists, a laundry, a baby care room, Muslim prayer rooms and entertainment areas.

Conference and Business Facilities

The airport has a business centre providing telephone, fax, computers and meeting rooms; a conference room is available to hire too. Internet services are provided in the CIP business lounges in the International Passenger Terminals. There are also VIP rooms. The Amari Airport Hotel (tel: (0)2 566 1020; website: www.amari.com) also offers business facilities, including a 24-hour business centre, Internet and e-mail service, banqueting and conference facilities, as well as a ballroom that can accommodate up to 1,000 people.

Disabled Facilities

Facilities for disabled travellers include lifts, accessible toilets and an electric car for transport around the terminals. Passengers requiring special assistance should inform their airline at the time of booking. Car parking for disabled travellers is also available.

Airport Hotels

The Amari Airport Hotel (tel: (0)2 566 1020; website: www.amari.com) is situated opposite the airport, connected by an air-conditioned footbridge. The Thai Hotel Association (tel: (0)2 996 7725/7 or 504 3880; website: www.thaihotels.org) has reservation desks in all terminals. Most major hotels are served by courtesy minibus routes; nearby hotels include Asia Airport Hotel (tel: (0)2 992 6999), Quality Suites Bangkok Airport (tel: (0)2 982 2022) and the Banyan Tree Bangkok (tel: (0)2 679 1200).