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Hosted by
PATA Youth Sponsors
Aug 27, 9:30 AM - 4:00 PM |
Srinakarin Hall, Dusit Thani College @ PATA Travel Mart 2024
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The PATA Youth Symposium & Career Fair 2024, organised by PATA and graciously hosted by Dusit Thani College, spotlights the critical importance of nurturing the next generation of tourism leaders. The event gathers international thought leaders, tourism educators, and the future leaders of the tourism industry: Youths.
Organised alongside the PATA Travel Mart 2024, this platform enables young people to engage with industry leaders, share insights, and learn the latest tourism trends through expert presentations, panel discussions, roundtable talks, and mentorship opportunities. It also offers industry leaders a chance to hear directly from the youth, the future of the industry. Additionally, this event pioneers the integration of a Career Fair segment, giving students a head start in their tourism careers.
Programme
Keynote Presentations
Panel Discussion with Industry Experts
Roundtable Discussion
NEW!
Career Opportunities
Agenda
Welcome by Master of Ceremony
0930-0940
Joey Meng
Student, Dusit Thani College
Natnicha Sompornsuksawad
Student, Srinakharinwirot University
0940-0950
Opening Remarks by Pacific Asia Travel Association (PATA)
Peter Semone
Chair, PATA
0950-1000
Simon Lloyd, Dean, International Programs, Dusit Thani College
Opening Remarks by Dusit Thani College
Presentation: Current and Future Trends of AI & Technology
1000-1015
Sonal Patel
Vice President, APAC, Quantcast
Presentation: Top Ten Power Skills for Hospitality Career
1015-1025
Niramol Jindanuwat
Chief People Officer, Dusit International
Coffee Break
1025-1055
1055-1140
Roundtable Discussion + Youth Presentation on Stage
Question #1: Are you interested in pursuing a career in tourism and hospitality-related sectors?
Question #2: Why are you interested/not interested in pursuing a career in tourism and hospitality-related Sectors?
Question #3: What is the #1 topic that the youths want to discuss with the industry?
1140-1150
Presentation: Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) at Workplace
Rika Jean-François
Head of International Business Relations, Queer Destinations
1150-1200
PATA Youth Programme and PATA Internship Programme
Nick Chun
Executive -Membership & Youth Programme, PATA
Panel Discussion: Various Hidden Careers in the Tourism Industry
1200-1230
Moderator:
Pichaya Noranitiphadungkarn Director of Industry and International Relations, Dusit Thani College
Panellists:
Andrew Jones
Guardian, Sanctuary Resorts
Mike Stewart
GM Thailand and Laos, Intrepid Travel
Nerea Caldes
Senior Software Developer, Travel Compositor
Ravindran Veeraperumal Regional Manager Asia Pacific, SriLankan Airlines Limited.
1230-1330
Lunch
Panel Discussion: How Do I Get a Job in the Tourism Industry?
1330-1400
Thet Hnin Ko Ko
Student, Dusit Thani College
Moderator:
Aljoscha Benjamin Keller
Marketing & Sales Manager, DTH Travel Thailand
Panellists:
Nicha Ratanakul Senior Manager – Talent and Career Development, Dusit International
Kongkiat Damraks Human Resource Management Director, Thai Airways International
1400-1500
Recruiter Session / Presentation on Opportunities
1500-1600
Career Fair / at leisure
Registration is open and complimentary for all.
Registration is on a first come first served basis due to limited capacity.
Please note that the registration only includes the access to the PATA Youth Symposium 2024. To attend the PATA Travel Mart 2024, please visit the event page here.
Registration
Career Fair: Participating Recruiters
Sponsorship
PATA Youth Sponsorship is awarded to students of our Education-Premium Members and/or Official PATA Student Chapter Members, providing them with funding to attend PATA Annual Events Worldwide
Who Can Apply?
Students of PATA Education-Premium Members, based worldwide
Official PATA Student Chapter Members, based worldwide
Want to become a PATA Youth Sponsor?
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About Bangkok, Thailand
As the capital city of Thailand, Bangkok is a popular tourist destination known for its vibrant street life, rich cultural heritage, and mouthwatering cuisine. The attractiveness of Bangkok proudly led to crowning the world's most visited city for tourists in 2023.
The cityscape is adorned with the boat-filled Chao Phraya River flowing past the Rattanakosin royal district, home to the opulent Grand Palace and its sacred Wat Phra Kaew Temple. Nearby is Wat Pho Temple with an enormous reclining Buddha and, on the opposite shore, Wat Arun Temple with its steep steps and Khmer-style spire.
Beyond its historical treasures, Bangkok vibrates with modern energy. Skyscrapers tower over traditional markets, bustling shopping districts like Siam and Sukhumvit offer endless retail therapy.
The city's nightlife scene is renowned globally. Whether you're exploring Chinatown's lively streets, cruising Thonburi's tranquil canals, or savoring Thai cuisine at local eateries, Bangkok promises an unforgettable journey into the heart of Thailand's cultural and economic hub.
Getting there: Suvarnabhumi Airport
Suvarnabhumni Airport is the primary airport serving Bangkok. It’s one of the biggest international airports in Southeast Asia and a regional hub for aviation.
The airport is conveniently located around 30 minutes drive from the city centre.
Visa Information
Please visit https://www.thaiembassy.com/travel-to-thailand/thailand-travel-restrictions for the countries that require a visa to enter Bangkok, Thailand, and contact your local embassy to apply for a visa if needed.
All visitors must hold a passport valid for at least six (6) months.
Electricity
Electricity in Bangkok is at 220V, 50Hz. The power plugs used in Bangkok, Thailand, types C and O are the official standards. American type A & B plugs can also be used, but their compatibility is going to be phased out in the long term. Virtually all sockets in Thailand are hybrid ones, compatible with all four above-mentioned plug types.
Type A
Type B
Type C
Type O
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Thailand Standard Time (THA) is 7 hours ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC+7).
The Thai Baht (THB) is the official currency in Thailand. 36.26 Thai Baht = 1 US dollar (Jul 11, 2024).
Cash is the preferred method of payment for most Thai people, so using an ATM to make withdrawals can be a convenient option for travelers.
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Spoken by the majority of the country’s population, the official language of Thailand is Thai. Although Central Thai is the most commonly used, English is widely spoken and understood in big cities like Bangkok and Phuket and popular tourist areas.
Practiced by 95% of the population, Thailand’s primary religion is Theravada Buddhism, and it has had a huge influence on many aspects of Thai tradition and culture, from daily routines to architecture.
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Bangkok is located in a tropical monsoon climate region, the weather is mainly hot all year round, with a lot of rain. The average temperature falls between 32 degrees Celsius (in December) and 35 degrees Celsius (in April). Here's an overview of the climate in Bangkok throughout the year:
1. January to May: ⭐️
From January to May, Bangkok falls into a hot and dry climate. The dry season is from January and February, and the hot season is from March to May. However, these are the months that attract the most tourists. That's because there is no rain from January to May, which is the appropriate time to organize important and unique festivals of the year.
2. June to October:
The rainy season in Bangkok starts from the end of June to the end of October. This is the moment when bustling Bangkok suddenly becomes romantic with sudden rain.
3. November to December:
November and December are the two coolest and most pleasant months of the year. Although it rains, it's very little, mainly light sunshine and wind. This is the perfect time to travel and discover unique cuisine with attractive Thai specialties. On afternoons in November and December, visitors will admire the long sunset over lively Bangkok, walk along the streets and feel the coolness and comfort.
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The Thailand country code +66 allows you to call Thailand from another country. To call Thailand (Bangkok), you would typically dial your country's exit code, followed by +66, and then the local number which is +66-2 for Bangkok.
The emergency hotline number for Bangkok is 191.
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