¶ IETF 122 
Bangkok, Thailand
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¶ Meeting Venue
Marriott Marquis Queen's Park
199 Sukhumvit Alley 22,
Khlong Tan, Khlong Toei,
Bangkok 10110,
Thailand
¶ Map
The following link is a map of restaurants, attractions, hotels, etc. in the Bangkok area surrounding the IETF venue.
IETF 122 Map of Bangkok
¶ Side Meetings
For IETF 122 we are changing how side meetings are scheduled. The Secretariat will now manage room allocation. Please see the Side Meeting Request Form and the Side Meetings Schedule for more details.
¶ Airport Transportation 
There are two major airports located in Bangkok; Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) and Don Mueang Airport (DMK). Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK) is closer to the meeting venue, located about 1 hour away by car.
Most popular forms of transit to get you from the airport to the IETF meeting venue:
- Taxi Service
- Shuttle Bus
- Airport Rail Link (ARL)
- The ARL City line departs from the basement of BKK and connects to the MRT at Makkasan and BTS at Phaya Thai, fare is 45 baht and takes about 30 minutes. This is the recommended way to get into town to avoid traffic.
- Private Airport Transfers
- Airport Limousine - luxury option, you can get a comfortable car (Toyota Camry to Mercedes Benz), prices are 800 Baht up.
¶ Rideshare 
Please note that Uber nor Lyft are operating rideshare services in Thailand. The taxi service at BKK is easy to use.
The public taxi stand is located on the ground level (level 1) of the airport. To get a taxi, locate the taxi kiosks. There are two lines: small/regular-sized taxis and large SUV-sized taxis. Go to the appropriate kiosk to get your printed ticket and proceed to the lane number shown on your ticket. Your taxi will be ready for you or arriving shortly. Simply inform your driver of your destination, and you're on your way. Note they only take cash, you need to pay for the expressway, and there is a 50 baht surcharge. Travel time is approximately 45 minutes to 1 hour and expect to pay around 300 - 500 Baht depending on your destination.
Taxi fares are metered by the traveling distance plus a 50 Baht airport surcharge. Taxi drivers must be certified by Airports of Thailand and operate a taxi less than 5 years old.
¶ Rideshare: Grab, Bolt
BKK Airport is serviced by Grab, Bolt, and other ride-hailing apps. Grab is popular, accepts credit cards and is reasonably convenient.
¶ Customs & Immigration
Thailand Customs & Immigration
Upon arrival in Thailand, foreign citizens must hold a valid passport (with at least six months validity), a valid Thai visa, and proof of onward travel. Visitors from ASEAN, Western countries (including most Europeans), Commonwealth, and North American citizens, are not required to have a Thai visa for visits less than 30 days in Thailand.
Immigration policies are subject to change: check with the Thai Embassy or The Ministry of Foreign Affairs (www.mfa.go.th) for the latest information.
¶ Arrival Coordination 
¶ Departure Coordination 
¶ Language 
Thailand's official language: Thai
¶ Money Conversion ฿
The official (cash) currency of Thailand is the Thai Baht (international abbreviation THB฿).
XE Currency Conversion Website
¶ Electrical Plug / Outlet
Electrical Plug and Voltage Information for Thailand
In Thailand, power plugs and sockets (outlets) of type A, type B, type C, type F, and type O are used. You also need a voltage converter. The standard voltage is 220 V at a frequency of 50 Hz.
More Information on Electrical Sockets in Thailand
Document provided by the Marriott Marquis Queen's Park regarding the power outlets throughout the venue.
electricity_in_thailand.pdf
¶ Weather 
Current weather conditions in Bangkok, Thailand
¶ Emergency Assistance
In case of an emergency situation, the emergency number in Thailand is 191.
A selection of Hospitals are pinned in the above map.
¶ Pharmacy
Many things you might expect to find at 7/11 or a grocery store might only be available in pharmacies. Think of the square green cross with some variation of "Apoteka". There are many near the hotel. It's going to be 95 Farenheit / 35 Celsius during this week. This might lead to "athlete's foot" and related conditions. The remedy goes by the name "Canesten" here (the US brand is Lotrimin). Written here so you don't have to ask.
¶ Transportation
- BTS Skytrain (Bangkok Mass Transit System)
- MRT System (Metropolitan Rapid Transit)
- Tuk Tuks
- Boats
- Taxi
The best way to get around Bangkok is by using the BTS Skytrain (Bangkok Mass Transit System) or the MRT (Metro).
The BTS covers much of central Bangkok, including popular areas like Siam, Sukhumvit, Sathorn, and Silom. The BTS Skytrain is ideal to avoid traffic congestion and connect to major shopping centers and attractions and it is affordable (around 17-62 THB per trip). Consider purchasing a Rabbit Card for convenient, cashless travel on the BTS.
in March there is a special promotion, 10 rides for 390 thb, if one remains in the central region of the bts system: https://www.bts.co.th/eng/news/news-marketing-view.html?id=7qT9j5oW7m4zQ2J/7mG5ww==
The MRT extends the reach of Bangkok’s public transport network, covering areas not served by the BTS. It is particularly useful for reaching locations like Chinatown, Chatuchak Weekend Market, and the cultural heart of Rattanakosin Island. The advantages of the MRT are that it is air-conditioned, clean, connects with the BTS at several interchange stations, and is affordable (around 16-42 THB per trip). For convenience consider using your Master or Visa to pay for the trip directly by scanning it at the turnstile. This will save you time from queuing at the ticket counter.
¶ Taxi Services
As additional BTS Skytrain and MRT subway stations are added each year, Bangkok neighborhoods are becoming more connected than ever before. However, the downside is that mass transit systems in Bangkok are becoming increasingly crowded. For this reason, many first-time visitors opt for one of the easiest modes of transportation: the taxi.
Bangkok’s taxi cabs are (sometimes) new, colorful, and (mostly) comfortable. The drivers are generally courteous and helpful making them an excellent and cost-effective way to get around.
¶ Tipping Culture
Tipping in Bangkok is not required or expected but is appreciated. Normally, a service charge will be added to your final bill. The service charge will usually be declared on the menu if you’re in a cafe or restaurant and is paid directly to the company rather than to an individual member of staff.
Here is a simple breakdown of when and how much to tip:
Restaurants
- If the restaurant doesn't add a service charge to the bill, a 10% tip is standard, but you can tip up to 15% for exceptional service.
Bars
- You can round up the bill or leave a small tip for each drink. If you're at a table and a staff member brings drinks to you, a 10% tip is standard of the total bill.
Hotels
- You can tip 1 THB per bag if the bell staff helps you with your luggage. You can also tip the same amount if you request bell staff service when checking out.
- You can leave a 5–10 THB tip in an envelope daily for the room cleaning staff.
Taxis
- It’s common to tip 10% for a longer journey, and if you were helped with your luggage. For shorter journeys the easiest option is to round up the bill to the nearest significant amount in Thai bahts.
- 50 Thai bahts taxi bill = 5 Thai bahts tip for a longer journey
- 7.50 Thai bahts taxi bill = 0.50 Thai bahts tip for a short journey
You should always tip in the local currency (THB). Tipping is not mandatory, but is appreciated and could potentially get you better service.
¶ What is this place supposed to be called?
A good question. The name "Bangkok" is sort of like calling "New York City" by the name "Brooklyn". Locals say "Krung Thep", short for "Krung Thep Maha Nakhon", and an even longer formal name. It is not offensive to say "Bangkok", because the local term requires some tonal pronunciation that most will probably miss. In informal written communication, it is ok to write "BKK".
¶ Fun Stuff
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GameBar Odyssey - Reddit thread, Google map; a retro video game bar with lots of variety