Emirates scores a double with first-ever A380 services to Bangkok and Toronto 04/07/2009
Emirates has scored a double as two of its A380 super jumbos jetted off from Dubai to the opposite ends of the globe, marking the aviation world?s first A380 commercial services to Bangkok and Toronto. The launch of the Emirates A380 daily flights ...

East Meets West Special at Novotel Suvarnabhumi Airport Hotel's Vous Spa in June and July 03/07/2009
Novotel Suvarnabhumi's airport hotel spa, 'Vous', has enjoyed excellent international publicity for its traveler-oriented relaxation and rejuvenation treatments. The Bangkok airport hotel has launched a new East Meets West package at the spa for ...

AOT chief airs expansion plans 02/07/2009
Newly appointed Airports of Thailand (AOT) president Serirat Prasutanond announced he would focus on raising non-aviation revenue and developing facilities at Suvarnabhumi Airport as his first priorities. The Bt77-billion airport development is ...

Warning: Suvarnabhumi-Scam with terrible consequences 02/07/2009
An increasing number of tourists has been subjected to a very severe scam in Suvarnabhumi airport in Bangkok, where they are accused for theft and held back until a considerable bribe is paid. According to the British newspaper the Times, the ...

Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport is located around approximately 40 minutes drive South East from the old Bangkok Don Muang International Airport. It is build on 3100 hectares of land in the Samut Prakarn province which you may know is where the famour crocodile farm is located. The main access road is an elevated 10 lane highway which is connected to the outer ring road network and also directly connects to the Bangkok - Chonburi (Pattaya) motorway. Pattaya is now around a 1 hour and twenty minute drive.
Rail Network - Under construction is the new 26.6 kilometer high speed rail link from the airport to City Airport Terminal in Makkasan. The City Airport Terminal network is connected to BTS (Bangkok Mass Transit System) Sukhumvit Line and MRT (Mass Rapid Transit) Blue Line at Phaya Thai and Phetchaburi stations respectively (see Skytrain & Metro Map). The total journey will take approximately 15 minutes. Until then: Bangkok Taxi Transfer

Recommended Hotels near Suvarnabhumi Airport

BS Residence Suvarnabhumi
BS Residence Suvarnabhumi is just a few minutes drive from Suvarnabhumi Bangkok International Airport and offers contemporary styled, sound insulated, superior and deluxe guestrooms. It offers warm traditional Thai hospitality with its personalised ...
Thong Ta Resort And Spa Suvarnabhumi Airport
Surrounded by lush gardens, this relaxing spa resort is conveniently located just 5 km from Suvarnabhumi International Airport. With the kind smile of your hosts, you will be made to feel special and welcome to live out the holiday of your dreams. ...
Novotel Suvarnabhumi Airport Hotel
Novotel Suvarnabhumi Airport is situated only 300 metres from Bangkok?s new International Airport. The hotel features a swimming pool, fitness centre, health spa and a free 24-hour airport shuttle bus. The shuttle bus operates from exit 4 on level ...

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Pattaya boasts an incredible choice of accommodation to suit every pocket. Facilities range from air conditioned opulence to basic simplicity. Essentially, the visitor has the choice of luxury hotels with private-beaches; bayside hotels and bungalow; and "inland" economy-class hotels and guest houses.

Pattaya offers some of Thailand's choicest seafood in several specialty restaurants. Steak houses and fast-food outlets provide attractive alternatives and gourmets and gourmands alike find satisfaction in restaurants featuring French, Italian, Swiss, German, Hungarian, Scandinavian, English, Indian, Moslem, Japanese, Chinese and Thai Cuisines. (more on: Pattaya Dining out)

From families to individual visitors, Pattaya offers something for everyone and all the ingredients for a truly memorable holiday.

Also worth a look is close by Jomtien beach about 3 kms south. This is a rapidly developing area with emphasis on beach life rather than sleaze. There are several excellent golf courses within 15 minutes taxi ride including the 27 hole Phoenix Golf & Country Club, and the excellent Pattaya Country Club (check for sport days which include a free lunch and a round for 15 dollars) Further south (30 mins) is the Navy course near Sattahip, this is beautiful and still cheap (18 holes for 25 dollars).

Suvarnabhumi holds plenty of promise Facilities/Data

New international airport is expected to spur major development in the area

By Kanana Katharangsiporn

Suvarnabhumi Airport, scheduled to open in September 2005, will not be only be Thailand's second international airport and a regional aviation hub but also a value-adder to neighbouring areas as the new airport has brought with it transport network and utilities system development.

The new airport, with a total area of 20,000 rai, is located near Km 15 on the eastbound Bang Na-Trat Highway in Bang Phli District, Samut Prakan province and is about 25 kilometres from downtown Bangkok. Five access routes to the new airport with a total of 26 traffic lanes will include:

1. North access: an eight-lane elevated road linking the Bangkok-Chon Buri highway leading to the passenger terminal.

2. Northwest access: a six-lane elevated road linking an elevated route from Rom Klao and King Kaew Road.

3. South access: a four-lane road linking the Bang Na-Trat highway and the Buraphavithee (East Route) Expressway.

4. Northeast access: a four-lane road linking Onnuj Road.

5. West access: a four-lane road linking

Bangkok Post: Business 

Vat Refund For Tourists

Since 1 June 1999, all tourists traveling to Thailand, who purchase goods from the stores and shops & retail outlets labeled with "VAT REFUND FOR TOURISTS" are able to receive value added tax (VAT) refunds before departing from Thailand. The Tourists will immediately receive cash refunds at the tax refund counter in the departing hall of Bangkok, Chiangmai, Phuket, Hat Yai International Airports.

Visitors who wants to claim value-added tax refunds starting in June 1999 can obtain application forms when walking purchases at stores displaying the VAT Refund for Tourists logo.

Prior to airport departure, visitors must present a completed form, plus passport information and goods purchased to customs officer. Certain Luxury goods must also be shown to a revenue officer. Refunds will be in draft form or credited to credits card.

For more information, please contact VAT Refund office at Bangkok International Airport Tel. 0-2535-6576-79.