IGU-CGE Conference
Welcome to the IGU-CGE Conference,
Bangkok, Thailand
Educating for Sustainability: Integrating Geographical and Interdisciplinary Knowledge, Practice and Innovation
Event Details
Join us for the International Geographical Union – Commission on Geographical Education Conference, bringing together educators and researchers from around the world.
Key Dates
- Call for abstracts opens: January 15, 2026
- Call for abstracts closes: March 5, 2026
- Registration opens: March 2, 2026
- Early-bird registration fees deadline: March 30, 2026
- Pre-conference fieldtrip: June 9, 2026
- Conference dates: June 10–12, 2026
Conference Highlights
Networking
Connect with educators, researchers, and exhibitors/sponsors from around the world who have a vested interest in Geography Education.
Want to become a sponsor & exhibitor?
Please contact the organisers:
Conference Costs
Includes: Daily coffee breaks & lunch, venue costs, and Conference Dinner
Registration Fees
| Category | Early Bird | Standard |
|---|---|---|
| Full participant | 7000 THB | 8000 THB |
| Student and retired | 5500 THB | 6500 THB |
| Local (pre-service/in-service) teachers | 3100 THB | 4000 THB |
| Accompanying person | 1000 THB | 1500 THB |
Optional Fieldtrip
Field trip to Bang Krachao
Extra charge for registration
The fee includes transportation, food, bicycle rental, and a site visit fee.
Field trip capacity is limited to 50 participants.
Contacts
Organising Committee
Fuangarun Preededilok Fuangarun.P@chula.ac.th
Doungkamol Bangchuad Doungkamol.B@chula.ac.th
Tricia Seow tricia.seow@nie.edu.sg
Martin Hanus martin.hanus@natur.cuni.cz
Gillian Kidman gillian.kidman@monash.edu
Xin Miao xmiao@geo.ecnu.edu.cn
Nina Scholten scholten@geographie.uni-kiel.de
Clinton van der Merwe clinton.vandermerwe@up.ac.za
Join Us in Advancing Geographical Education
Be part of this prestigious international gathering of geography educators and researchers.
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Early Bird Registration Benefits
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Accommodation in Bangkok
Accommodation options Near Chulalongkorn University
All hotels within 5 km from Faculty of Education
15 Hotels Available
Free Chulalongkorn electric bus no.4 from BTS Siam Station to the faculty. More
information and photo of bus and university map, download here.
| Name | Address | description | transport | Website |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Samyan Serene Hotel | 38 Si Phraya Rd, Mahaprutharam Bangkok 10500 | Comfortable, modern hotel close to Samyan MRT station and Samyan Mitrtown shopping areas. Features spacious rooms, free Wi-Fi, and on-site cafe. | 10-minute walk from hotel, or short bus/taxi/MRT ride to Sam Yan station | Visit |
| iSanook Bangkok | 118, 118/8 Trok Songpra, Siphaya Road, Khwang Mahapruttaram, Khet Bangrak, Bangkok 10500 | Modern hotel with outdoor pool, fitness centre, and restaurant. Walking distance to Silom and Chinatown. | 10-15 minute walk, or short taxi/tuk-tuk/MRT to Sam Yan Station | Visit |
| Mandarin Hotel Managed by Centre Point | 662 Rama IV Road, Bang Rak, Bangkok 10500 | 4-star hotel near Sam Yan MRT with contemporary rooms, outdoor pool, spa, and fitness centre. | 10-15 minute walk, or short taxi/tuk-tuk ride | Visit |
| Novotel Bangkok on Siam Square | 392/44 Siam Square Soi 6, Rama I Road Pathumwan 10330 | 4-star hotel in heart of Siam Square, steps from BTS Siam. Features pool, restaurants, near major malls. | 10-15 minute walk or short Grab/taxi. Public buses run frequently | Visit |
| Montien Hotel Surawong Bangkok | 54 Surawong Road, Silom, Bangrak, Bangkok 10500 | Five-star hotel with Thai hospitality, outdoor pool, fitness centre, near BTS and MRT stations. | 0.8 km (10 minutes walk) or short taxi ride | Visit |
| dusitD2 Samyan Bangkok | 333 Si Phraya Rd, Si Phraya, Bang Rak, Bangkok 10500 | Stylish modern hotel with outdoor pool, fitness centre, close to Sam Yan MRT and food spots. | 9-minute walk, or short taxi/tuk-tuk/bus | Visit |
| Pathumwan Princess Hotel | 444 MBK Center, Phayathai Road, Wang Mai, Pathum Wan District, Bangkok 10330 | Upscale hotel connected to MBK Center, near BTS Skytrain. Features outdoor pool, spa, fitness facilities. | 5-10 minute walk or short taxi ride | Visit |
| Crowne Plaza Bangkok Lumpini Park (IHG) | 952 Rama IV Road Bangkok 10500 | Luxury 5-star hotel with rooftop pool, spa, multiple restaurants. Steps from BTS Sala Daeng. | 3 km away, 10 min taxi/ride-hail or 25-30 min walk | Visit |
| Triple Y Hotel | 948 Rama IV Rd, Wang Mai, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330 | Modern 4-star hotel connected to Samyan Mitrtown shopping complex. Free Wi-Fi and easy transit access. | 5-minute walk or nearby Sam Yan MRT | Visit |
| The Rose Residence Bangkok | 124 Surawong Rd, Si Phraya, Bang Rak, Bangkok 10500 | Stylish boutique hotel with garden, outdoor pool, and café. Close to nightlife and shopping. | 10 min taxi/tuk-tuk or MRT/BTS to Sam Yan Station | Visit |
| Bangkok Marriott Hotel The Surawongse | 262 Surawong Rd, Si Phraya, Bang Rak, Bangkok 10500 | Luxury 5-star hotel with spacious rooms, multiple restaurants, spa, infinity pool, and city views. | 10-15 min taxi/ride-hail to Sam Yan area | Visit |
| Siam Kempinski Hotel Bangkok | 991, 9 Rama I Rd, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330 | Five-star luxury hotel with landscaped gardens, multiple pools, spa. Connected to Siam Paragon. | 1.1-1.2 km (10-15 min walk) or short taxi/BTS ride | Visit |
| Holiday Inn Express Bangkok Siam by IHG | 889 Rama I Rd, Wang Mai, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330 | Value-focused hotel with complimentary breakfast, free Wi-Fi, fitness centre, near major malls. | 5-10 min taxi/ride-hail or public bus from National Stadium BTS | Visit |
| Siam At Siam Design Hotel Bangkok | 865 Rama 1 Road, Opposite National Stadium, Wangmai, Patumwan, Bangkok 10330 | Design-focused hotel with artistic interiors, rooftop pool, city views. Near shopping and transit. | 1 km away, 5 min taxi or bus from National Stadium/Siam BTS | Visit |
| Hua Chang Heritage Hotel | 400 Phaya Thai Rd, Wang Mai, Pathum Wan, Bangkok 10330 | Boutique luxury hotel with Thai-contemporary style, outdoor pool, garden. Walking distance to major shopping. | 5-10 min taxi or BTS/MRT transfer to Sam Yan | Visit |
Please research your own choices of accommodation if none of the above meets your requirements.
We recommend booking accommodation early or as soon as your attendance is confirmed.