Long Stay Thailand

Long Stay Thailand

It is easy to see why Thailand continues to increase in popularity for long stay visitor; good weather, inexpensive cost of living, high quality of medical services, recreational facilities and Thai hospitality. Retirees of 55 years + are able to apply for a visa allowing them to stay in Thailand for up to a year, renewable on the condition that they show proof that they can support themselves during their stay in Thailand. The visa can be applied for at Royal Thai embassies or consular offices abroad.

Three major groups dominate the Bangkok serviced apartment market, Centre Point, Ascott Group, President Group, and Hope Land.

The trend for long stay apartments is taking off around the world with many of the big players in the hospitality industry seeing great opportunities. In Asia, the Singapore-based hospitality company, Ascott Group, has steadily introduced the concept of branded serviced apartments across the globe and has met with great success. The Ascott Group is the largest international serviced residence owner-operator outside the United States, with about 19,000 serviced residence units in key cities of Asia Pacific, Europe and the Gulf Region. The group currently has a presence in 47 cities across 21 countries under three brands; Ascott, Somerset and Citadines.

Ascott specifically targets high end business travelers, such as corporate CEOs while Somerset is a more upscale brand. Citadines is a mid-scale brand targeted at both the business and leisure market. The Ascott Group's achievements have been recognised internationally and it has received numerous awards including 'Best Serviced Residence' award, top honour at the World Travel Awards, the Business Traveller Asia Pacific's 'Best Serviced Residence Brand', the 'Most Outstanding International Brand' award from Apartment Living magazine in Thailand, and many more.

The President Park Executive Apartments, for example, occupy prime locations off Sukhumvit Road, a thriving business, shopping and entertainment district. These elegant and spacious apartments provide contemporary furnishings and traditional home comforts. Each one has been carefully designed and features a lounge, dining room, kitchen area and study. Equipped with the latest entertainment system, direct telephone lines and high-speed internet access, guests can relax, work from home and stay in touch with friends and relatives.Each studio and suite kitchen comes complete with a full-size refrigerator, microwave oven, hot plates, chinaware, cutlery, glassware and cooking utensils. President Park features tennis and squash courts, swimming pool, a fully equipped gym with personal trainers and a rock-climbing wall.At the President Park, safety and security are of paramount importance. The property benefits from 24-hour security, modern fire safety devices, in-room electronic safes and electronically controlled access to rooms and elevators.

Hope Land Executive Serviced Apartments offer 187 luxurious rooms, ideal for an extended stay in Bangkok. Whether working in the city or simply enjoying a long break, these elegant serviced apartments provide for your every need. The comfort of guest is paramount and English, Thai and Japanese speaking staff ensure that they receive the best service possible.

Hope Land is conveniently located in the heart of Bangkok’s Central Business District on Sukhumvit 24, close to the BTS Skytrain and the Metro underground system. Apartment sizes start at a comfortable 40 square metres up to a generous 112 square metres and include studios, one bedroom units and two bedroom suites. Studios provide a single bedroom, compact living space and a pantry. Studios are available from 40 square metres up to 45 square metres with a balcony. One bedroom suites are suitable for a young family and provide a comfortable living and dining space with a kitchen corner. Sizes range from 50 square metres up to 65 square metres with balcony. Two bedroom suites offer a generous living space, ranging in size from 85 square metres up to 112 square metres with a balcony. Fully furnished and equipped

Website: http://www.the-ascott.com