SHOP ! SHOP ! SHOP !

For those who enjoy shopping, Thailand is heaven.

From the latest designer brands to some of the most exquisite handicrafts ever produced, Thailand is a cornucopia of all things to buy. And not only choice-you will be truly amazed by the inexpensive prices too.

Bangkok is the capital of shopping malls, open-air markets, road-side vendors, charming side street antique shops and art galleries. And best of all, Thai handicrafts, the most famous of which is Thai silk.

Unsurpassed in the world of fabrics and gracing the runways of high fashion around the world, where better to make your selection than in the home of this regal cloth?

If you are looking for something else, try the cool green glaze of Celadon ceramics, the fantastic five colours of ornate Benjarong pottery, or maybe your own hand-painted umbrella.

For connoisseurs of fine jewellery, Thailand is recognized as one of the world's leading gems and jewellery centres-and again, all at surprisingly affordable prices.

Shopping is made so easy. All major credit cards are accepted. English is widely spoken along with some other languages and whether you arrange a shopping excursion for your delegates or simply leave them to themselves, they are bound to return with bargains galore.

Wherever you are in Thailand there are endless opportunities select the perfect souvenir of a memorable visit. Just remember to tell delegates to bring an empty suitcase with them.