Rotary International Bangkok Convention 2012

R egister now for the 2012 RI Convention in Bangkok, Thailand, 6-9 May, and enjoy an unforgettable experience in the Land of a Thousand Smiles! Enjoy Thai hospitality. Make friends with fellow Rotarians from around the world. Take in spectacular sights. Taste delicious Thai cuisine. Experience a vibrant culture. Renew your commitment to Service Above Self. And have fun in a world class city.

To attend the convention and experience the fellowship of Rotary at an International level, follow these steps.

Step 1: Consider options before registering

Decide if you'll register with a group or as an individual. You can register yourself and up to four guests online , but if you have a group of six or more, you'll need to submit a paper registration form .
Check the preliminary schedule and decide the preconvention activities and RI-ticket events you wish to attend. RI-ticket events include three luncheons open to all convention registrants. Before you register, you may also want to check pricing and find information on visa requirements

Step 2: Register and reserve your room.

• Register for the convention and RI-ticketed events .
• Register for host-ticketed events . Local Rotarians on the Host Organization Committee (HOC) have arranged several cultural excursions and host hospitality events to help visiting Rotarians enjoy their stay in Bangkok. Continue your convention experience by taking a host-sponsored tour before or after the convention. Register online or download the interactive host event  form . Questions? e-mail the HOC .
• Reserve your hotel room  through Experient. Reservations are taken on a first-come, first-served basis, so please book early to secure your preferred hotel. Download the group housing form  for a block of 15 rooms or more. Please submit requests by 2 September for the best availability. Full prepayment is due on 2 December. If you are not booking online, return your completed reservation form  to Experient by 17:00 Central Daylight Time 6 April 2012 .You may also want to explore alternative housing opportunities

Step 3: Make travel arrangements after registering.

Discounts are available on select airlines for Rotarians traveling to Bangkok for the 2012 convention. Learn more .

New to RI conventions? Read information for first time convention attendees .