23rd Global Gypsum Conference, Exhibition & Awards
22 - 23 October 2025 - Amsterdam - NH Leeuwenhorst Hotel, Noordwijkerhout
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Full details of the spouse tours in 2025 will be posted here closer to the event.
22nd Global Gypsum Conference, Exhibition & Awards
13 - 14 November 2024, Bangkok, Thailand
Royal Orchid Sheraton Hotel, 2 Charoen Krung 30, Bang Rak, Bangkok 10500, Thailand
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Spouse Tour Programme
A spouse tour programme will be organised during the conference, including attendance at the Gala Dinner and Farewell Party. The spouse programme is charged, at cost, at UK£345 - please book during registration.
We will be very pleased to welcome back all our fabulous spouses from around the world, to greet old friends and to make new ones, while having a ball and seeing the world!
The Spouse Tour programme includes attendance at the Global Gypsum Awards Dinner. Please register for the Spouse Tour online, during the conference registration process. Otherwise, please contact amanda.crow@propubs.com.
Please pick up your 'Spouse Tours' badge and programme at the conference registration desk, from 16:00 - 20:00 on 12 November 2024.
Tuesday 12 November 2024: 16:00 - 20:00: Welcome cocktails, Exhibitor Area
Dress code for tours: You will be visiting temples on the tours, so please make sure you dress respectfully and ensure your shoulders and knees are covered. No sleeveless tops, tank tops, short skirts or shorts. It is advised to wear loose-fitting and comfortable clothing. You will be asked to take your shoes and hats off when entering the temples.
Wednesday 13 November 2024:
7:45 Meet in hotel lobby
8:00 Departure for Day 1 tour in A/C minibus
8:30 See the gold Buddha at Wat Traimit
9:00 Visit the narrow alleys of Chinatown and do some shopping at the markets
10:00 Enjoy the ancient architecture and Buddhist monasteries in the old town, home to several attractions
11:00 Visit unique temples and hidden gems in the city with the local tour guide
12:00 Visit the Jim Thompson House Museum, a traditional Thai wooden house with a beautiful garden, where a collection of Thai art and antiques are displayed. Learn some history about the local area from your guide
13:00 Return to the hotel for lunch
All entrance fees and a bottle of water are included.
Wednesday 13 November 2024: 17:00: Global Gypsum Awards Gala Dinner on board a luxury dining yacht, cruising along the Chao Phrya River in Bangkok. Return to conference hotel by 11pm latest.
Thursday 14 November 2024:
7:45 Meet in hotel lobby
8:00 Departure for Day 2 tour in A/C minibus
Visit the flower market, where you can see colourful flowers as well as fresh tropical fruits and vegetables
Visit Wat Pho, or the reclining Buddha. Here you will enjoy a 30 minute traditional Thai massage.
Next is Wat Arun, or the Temple of Dawn. Gain some insight into the history of the structure from the local guide
Enjoy a freshly cooked Thai lunch at a riverside restaurant (lunch is included). A few vegetarian meals will be provided, but please inform us before the tour begins if you have any dietary requirements.
After lunch, you will board a traditional long-tailed boat to see the local life in the ‘Venice of the East’. Explore the canals and enjoy the view of the wooden houses on stilts.
15:00 (approximately) Return to the hotel
All entrance fees, soft drinks at lunch, a bottle of water and cool towels are included.
Thursday 14 November 2024: 18:00 - 20:00: Farewell reception, conference hotel
