USC EMBA CLASS 37

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Hotel Information in Bangkok

 

Mandarin Oriental
  • Check in:  Saturday, May 27th
  • Check out:  Saturday, June 3rd
  • Address: 48 Oriental Avenue, Bangkok 10500, Thailand
  • Phone: +66 (0) 2 659 9000

 

Inspired by the hotel’s riverside location and reflecting the spirit of Bangkok and the hotel’s iconic history, designer Jeffrey Wilkes transformed all of the River Wing’s rooms and suites, the hotel’s restaurants and swimming pools, making them more luxurious and comfortable than ever before. You can enjoy 11 outstanding restaurants and bars, from traditional Thai cuisine to two-Michelin starred French fine dining. Private teakwood shuttle boats provide access to the award-winning The Oriental Spa, the hotel’s Fitness & Wellness Centre, The Oriental Thai Cooking School and Sala Rim Naam and Terrace Rim Naam – the hotel’s Thai restaurants located across the river.

Your class reservations at the Mandarin Oriental are Deluxe Premier Single Rooms for seven (7) nights with daily breakfast for 1 person.  Deluxe Premier Room is 43 sqm and has elegant décor with city and river views.  If you wish to:

  • Add a second person in the room, there is a supplement charge of $225 for the week (breakfast & taxes).
  • Upgrade your room or extend your accommodations, please request through our office and we can arrange this for you.  This must be prepaid to our office to confirm and guarantee the group rate.  You may also include this request on the Registration Page.

If you have any questions, please send an email to: [email protected]

To request additional night(s) & room upgrade or add guest(s) to your reservation, please proceed to the Registration Page.

 

FLIGHT OPTIONS TO BANGKOK

Crown International Travel Inc. have access to all the airline reservation systems.  We don’t offer a discounted fare for individual tickets but we always do our best to find the best available airfare.  If you have at least 10 people interested in traveling together, please contact our office and we can check the price for a group rate.

Please plan to attend a reception in Bangkok on Sunday evening, October 20th and farewell reception in Singapore on Saturday evening, October 26th.  Your accommodation is from October 19th, check out October 27th.  Please visit the HOTEL INFO page for details.

EMBA students are responsible for their own airfare to Bangkok and leaving Singapore.  Crown International Travel can assist you with flight arrangements and ground travel.

  • Arrival transfer and Fast track service on October 19th from the airport in Bangkok to the Mandarin Oriental will be covered by the EMBA Program.
  • EMBA will also cover your arrival transfer and fast track service if you’re arriving before October 19th and will stay at the Mandarin Oriental
  • Group flight on October 23rd from Bangkok to Singapore will be arranged and covered by the EMBA Program.  If you plan to bring guests/spouse, you must reserve a spot on the group flight on or before July 19th.  This is also the deadline to cancel if you have already reserved a spot, if canceled after July 19th, it will be 100% non-refundable.  See below for flight details.
  • Departure transfer service on October 27th from the Four Seasons Singapore to the airport will be covered by the EMBA Program.
  • Please note, if you’re traveling with guests/spouse, arrival and departure transfer service for your guest will be at your own expense.

Airport Information

There are two airports in Bangkok: Don Mueang Airport (DMK) & Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK).  Suvarnabhumi is Thailand’s main airport and handle most of the international travels to and from Thailand.

Here you can check the most current Travel requirements and restrictions

Here are suggested flights and fares on the following airlines on economy class.  There are no non-stop flights to Bangkok:

U.S. Carriers:
American Airlines Partner:
  • Cathay Pacific fares start at $1,751.00 roundtrip with all taxes & fees
United Airlines Partners:
  • All Nippon Airways fares start at $1,746.00 roundtrip with all taxes & fees
  • Eva Airfares start at $1,459.00 roundtrip with all taxes & fees
  • Singapore Airlines fares start at $1,422.00 roundtrip with all taxes & fees
Delta Airlines Partner:

 

If you wish to join the optional tours in Bangkok before the program starts, please plan to arrive earlier.  You have a free day on Sunday, May 28th.  You can check available tours on the TOUR INFO page.

Above fares are subject to change unless ticketed.  If you’d like to check for a Premium Economy class, Business Class ticket and  for other flight and airline options, please send an email to: [email protected] We would be happy to assist finding the most economical fare and routing for you. 

To make your airline reservation, please proceed to the Registration Page.

EXTENSION TOURS

Thailand  is a country known for its beautiful nature, stunning beaches and spectacular islands.  It is also known for its delectable local food, unique culture & history making it one of the Southeast Asia’s most popular destinations for tourists.

Bangkok is the capital city of Thailand with modern skyscrapers, temples, famous street food and massive malls and outdoor markets.  You can explore the city on your own and  our local guides can suggest sites you can visit during your free time.  If you prefer a guided tour of the city, we are happy to set this up for you.

On this page, we have listed available Pre-Program Optional Day Tours, Evening Tours, Post Program Extension Tours outside of the city and outside of Thailand.  We can make adjustments if you prefer to add more sites, combine itineraries or extend these visits. If you wish to extend to other exciting or exotic destinations, we would be pleased to assist you in planning post program visits to Cambodia, Laos, Vietnam and other countries in Asia. Please contact our office for assistance.  These tours are exclusive for your group only.  You will be accompanied by an English-speaking guide and private transportation.

Available Optional Tours

Your accommodation starts on Saturday, May 27th.  You have a free day on Sunday, May 28th. If you plan to arrive before the 27th, then you’ll have more time to explore Bangkok.

Half Day Tours:

Bangkok’s Grand Palace Complex and Wat Phra Kaew (8:30am – 12:00pm or 1:00pm – 4:30pm)

Meet with your guide at the hotel lobby for a half day tour of Bangkok City.  Before entering the main gate to the temple of the Emerald Buddha, stop by the Royal Regalia Museum to see the beauty of decorative jewelry, which used to be ornament of the royal officers and consorts. Walk in to enjoy the beauty of the temple of The Emerald Buddha. Visit the most sacred Buddha statue of the nation there, and enjoy the stunning buildings which you cannot miss taking photos of, every time you turn around. Get into the second court where the major throne halls are located. Visit inside the Amarin Tharawinitchai throne and the Dusit Mahaprasart throne.

Price:

    • 1 pax = $110.00
    • 2 – 5 pax = $70.00 per person
    • 6 – 10 pax = $55.00 per person
    • 20 pax = $52.00 per person

Price includes: English speaking guide, A/C private transportation, Admission fee

Full Day Tours:

Trip to Ayutthaya (7:30am – 5:00pm)

After breakfast, meet with your guide at the hotel lobby and drive to the ancient city of Ayutthaya (111th World Heritage by UNESCO), located 71km north of Bangkok (about 2hours drive). Ayuthaya offers a fascinating glimpse on ancient Siam’s splendor. Both ruins and reconstructed sites abound in the area.  You will visit and learn the history of famous temples such as Wat Prasrisanphet, Viharn Phra Mongkolborphit, Wat Mahathat, Wat Ratchaburana, Wat Lokayasutharam, Wat Chai Wattanaram and a wonderful Ayutthaya historical park.  Lunch will be at a local restaurant.

Price:

    • 1 pax = $250.00 per person
    • 2 – 5 pax = $160.00 per person
    • 6 – 10 pax = $80.00 per person
    • 20 pax = $70.00 per person

Price includes: English-speaking guide, private A/C transportation, lunch at local restaurant, admission/parking fees.

Trip to Kanchanaburi, Death Railway & Elephant Bathing (6:00am – 7:00pm)

Meet your guide at the hotel lobby and take a trip to Kanchanaburito and visit interesting places such as the Allied War Cemetery, Thailand-Burmese Railway Center and the Bridge over River Kwai. Also, take a ride on a scenic train across the Kwai River. After lunch at local restaurant, enjoy elephant bathing activity.  Make sure to bring your own towels, swimsuit and change of clothes.

Price:

    • 1 pax = $285.00
    • 2 – 5 pax = $195.00 per person
    • 6 – 10 pax = $104.00 per person
    • 20 pax = $95.00 per person

Price includes: English-speaking guide, private A/C transportation, lunch at local restaurant, admission/parking fees, elephant bathing (30 – 45 minutes)

Elephant Sanctuary in Kanchanaburi with driver (pick up at 6:am, travel time is around 2 1/2 – 3hours)

You’ll start your adventure with an early pickup from your hotel. Meet your driver at the hotel lobby.  ElephantsWorld is a conservation organization dedicated to helping these intelligent and proud creatures. Once there, you’ll listen to an introduction and safety briefing before preparing food for the elephants. You will assist in giving the elephants a mud bath before heading to the river to rinse them off. There will be some time to shower before a delicious buffet lunch. After helping yourself to delicious Thai dishes, feed the elephants the food you prepared earlier.

Price:

    • 1 pax = $275.00
    • 2 – 5 pax = $180.00 per person
    • 6 – 10 pax = $145.00 per person
    • 20 pax = $125.00 per person

Price includes: Driver and private A/C transportation (no guide), lunch, admission fee

Evening Tours: 

Rooftop Bar & Temple from 4:00 – 8:00pm (4 hours)

Discover the beauty of old Bangkok in the evening with a professional tour guide.  Visit the flower market and historical temples like Wat Knlaya and Wat Arun.  Cool off with a beer at a rooftop bar while enjoying the sunset.  You can have dinner at a riverside hotel on your expense.

Price: $90.00 per person

  • Minimum 2 people required to operate the tour
  • Price includes: tour guide, boat to Wat Arun or MRT or Tuk Tuk

Tuk Tuk & Street Food from 5:00 – 9:00pm (4 hours)

Visit the three most famous sites of Bangkok by tuk tuk.  Explore Bangkok Chinatown and experience street food.  Continue trip to flower market and buy a bouquet of local orchids  for your room.  Last stop is a giant swing and try the noodles at pratupee area. Maximum 6 pax per tuk tuk.

Price: $100.00 per person

  • Minimum 4 people to operate this tour.
  • Price includes: tour guide, Tuk Tuk, beer + snack

Evening Canal Tour from  4:30 – 6:00pm (1.5 hours)

One of the best ways to explore Bangkok is by boat.  A cruise along the Chao Phraya River and the canals of Thonburi on the west side of the river reveal scenes at odds with the bustling, modern inner city.  Boat capacity is 8 – 10 people.

Price: $60.00 per person

  • Minimum 3 people to operate this tour.
  • Price includes: tour guide, long tail boat
  • This tour does not include temple stop

Note: Evening tours are available when you return to the hotel after your meetings/site visits.  Please contact our office for more information.

Post Extension Tours Outside of the City

Please contact Crown for more information and pricing for the following extension tour:

Bangkok to Chiang Mai: June 3rd – 6th, 3 nights: Itinerary

Day 1: 03 June, 2023          Flight Bangkok/Chiang Mai
Day 2: 04 June, 2023          Chiang Mai
Day 3: 05 June, 2023          Chiang Mai
Day 4: 06 June, 2023          Chiang Mai Departure

Note:

    • Suggested itinerary is flexible.  We can make adjustments at your needs.  You may skip one site or add another as you wish.
    • Hotel cost is not included, we can check hotel options based on your budget, preferred location, etc…
    • We can provide pricing for 1 person, 2 people, 3+ people traveling together.

 

Post Extension Tours Outside of Thailand

Please contact Crown for more information and pricing for the following extension tours:

Bangkok to Siem Reap, Cambodia: June 4th  – June 7th, 3 nights: Itinerary

Day 1: 04 June, 2022          Flight Bangkok/Siem Reap
Day 2: 05 June, 2022          Siem Reap
Day 3: 06 June, 2022          Siem Reap
Day 4: 07 June, 2022          Siem Reap Departure

 

Bangkok to Luang Prabang, Laos: June 4th – June 7th, 3 nights: Itinerary

Day 1: 04 June, 2022          Flight Bangkok/Luang Prabang
Day 2: 05 June, 2022          Luang Prabang
Day 3: 06 June, 2022          Luang Prabang
Day 4: 07 June, 2022          Luang Prabang Departure

 

Bangkok to Vietnam, June 4th – 7th or 4th – 8th: Itinerary
    • Option 1: to Saigon: June 4th – 7th, 3 nights

Day 1: 04 June, 2022          Flight Bangkok/Saigon
Day 2: 05 June, 2022          Saigon
Day 3: 06 June, 2022          Saigon
Day 4: 07 June, 2022          Saigon Departure

    • Option 2: to Danang – Hoi An: June 4th – 7th, 3 nights

Day 1: 04 June, 2022          Flight Saigon/Danang – Hoi An
Day 2: 05 June, 2022          Hoi An
Day 3: 06 June, 2022          Hoi An
Day 4: 07 June, 2022          Hoi an – Danang and Danang Departure

    • Option 3: to Hanoi: June 4th – 8th, 4 nights

Day 1: 04 June, 2022          Flight Saigon/Hanoi
Day 2: 05 June, 2022          Hanoi
Day 3: 06 June, 2022          Hanoi
Day 4: 07 June, 2022          Hanoi – Ha Long Bay, Overnight Cruise
Day 5: 08 June, 2022          Halong – Hanoi and Hanoi Departure

Note:

    • Suggested itineraries are flexible.  We can make adjustments to the tour at your needs.  You may skip one site or add another as you wish.
    • If you wish to extend your accommodation, let us know so we can check availability
    • We’ve provided pricing for minimum 2 people.

If you have any questions, please send an email to: [email protected]

To join us on these tours, please proceed to the Registration Page.