Wat Rong Khun, or the White Temple, is one of the most beautiful temples in Thailand. (Photo by Xu Lin/China Daily)

It's open to the public every Thursday and Friday, with guided tours at 11am, 2 pm and 4 pm. Its rooms and lawn are available for events such as weddings and conferences.

For unique dining experience, you can visit Flow House. It's equipped with a simulated wave surfing machine imported from San Diego, the United States. You can have a good view of the starry sky above and those who are itching to try surfing or bodyboarding. The green hands may fall after keeping balance for a few seconds. It's thrilling to join the fun water sports in the bustling city. You can also play billiards,ping-pong and darts.

As for hotels, Pullman Bangkok King Power Hotel offers good guest rooms and 16 meeting rooms including two ballrooms, which are suitable for conferences or wed-dings. Located in the city's business area, the hotel has easy access to Bangkok Mass Transit System station and the airport. Guests can enjoy fresh seafood and cuisine in other countries such as Peking duck.

As for the country's northernmost province Chiang Rai, it is about 80 minutes by air from Bangkok.

Home to several hill tribes that still maintain their traditional lifestyles, Chiang Rai is an emerging destination for business travellers, with its good facilities and infrastructure, natural beauty and cultural heritage.

Among its attractions is the Choui Fong Tea Plantation in Mae Chan district.