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The post Bright future for Asian MICE sector – Hilton chief appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. The MICE sector will continue to expand globally, despite perceived threats, and Asia Pacific will lead the way. This is the view of Paul Brown (pictured), Hilton Worldwide’s President of Brands & Commercial Services, who addressed buyers at ITB Asia this morning as the event’s opening keynote speaker.
The post MBC reports “solid momentum” in MICE sector appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Eighteen months after opening, Marina Bay Sands (MBS) has quickly solidified itself as an international MICE destination. George Tanasijevich, President and Chief Executive Officer of the integrated resort said; “Marina Bay Sands is experiencing solid momentum in our MICE business.
The post Marina Bay Sands reports strong growth in MICE sector appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Eighteen months after opening, Marina Bay Sands (MBS) has quickly solidified itself as an international MICE destination. George Tanasijevich, President and Chief Executive Officer of the integrated resort said; “Marina Bay Sands is experiencing solid momentum in our MICE business.
The post MICE as a vehicle of growth for Indonesian tourism appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. A Korean tourism official has advised Indonesian authorities to focus efforts on MICE infrastructure to spearhead wider tourism development. Korea is the third largest MICE destination in Asia and this sector is a major contributor to the country’s tourism status.
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The post MICE sector growing strong in China appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Events companies have been capitalising on growth in China’s business environment this year and are optimistic about the future of the MICE industry. Reed Exhibitions has taken on a number of new shows across the country this year, reporting increased attendance in most cases.
The post South Korea plans MICE drive in 2012 appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. The South Korean government will focus on the MICE industry next year, with the launch of the ‘2012 Korea Convention Year’ The scheme was devised to further the development of the country’s events industry, which the Korean government has been nurturing as one of its strategic new-growth industries.
The post Middle East MICE industry remains positive for year ahead appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Delegates at the Gulf Incentive, Business Travel and Meetings Exhibition (GIBTM) have predicted that MICE business will continue to grow despite the trouble faced in the region. More than half (53 percent) of delegates said they were positive that the political unrest had not affected their business dramatically, although 41 percent said they had faced cancellations and fewe
The post Middle East MICE industry remains positive for year ahead appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Delegates at the Gulf Incentive, Business Travel and Meetings Exhibition (GIBTM) have predicted that MICE business will continue to grow despite the trouble faced in the region. More than half (53 percent) of delegates said they were positive that the political unrest had not affected their business dramatically, although 41 percent said they had faced cancellations and fewe
The post MICE enquiries booms at Great Hotels of the World appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Great Hotels of the World has seen a 89% year-on-year rise in enquiries for June. The hotel group generally saw a 31% increase during the first six months of the year with a shorter lead time of six weeks. Armand Guillemot, director of MICE sales at Great Hotels of the World said that companies are booking late to avoid hefty fees incurred for cancellations or postponements. “
The post KLM aims to boost Amsterdam MICE market appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. KLM has signed a new partnership agreement to boost the MICE market in Amsterdam. The Dutch airline penned a multi-year contract with Amsterdam RAI, the Netherlands’ largest exhibition centre, which will see the two parties work together on bids for around 25 large international events every year.
The post New GM for Al Rostamani Travel & Holidays appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Al Rostamani Group has appointed Vik Naidu general manager of Al Rostamani Travel & Holidays.Naidu has been with the Al Rostamani Group for the past three years as group chief marketing officer, a position he will continue to hold along with his new responsibilities at Al Rostamani Travel & Holidays.
The post GIBTM set to ‘raise the bar’ for MICE sector appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. This year’s education programme at GIBTM is set to raise the bar with the announcement of eight confirmed sessions run by top speakers from across the industry. The sessions will take place over three days at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) from the 28 to 30 March.
The post MICE sector key to Abu Dhabi economic growth: ADTA appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority is projecting a 15% growth in business related visitors to the emirate this year rising by 200,000 on last year to 1.5 million – some 225,000 of which are likely to be in the destination as part of the Meetings, Incentives, Conventions and Exhibitions (MICE) segment.
The post ADTA to work with key stakeholders at GIBTM appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Abu Dhabi is going all-out to win meetings industry business at this week’s Gulf Incentive, Business Travel & Meetings (GIBTM) exhibition running at ADNEC from Monday until Wednesday night.Some 45 of the destination’s stakeholders are packing a pavilion being mounted by Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority (ADTA) and together they have attracted over 1,400 pre-scheduled industry ap
The post Oman to showcase MICE offerings at GIBTM appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. The Sultanate of Oman’s Ministry of Tourism is showcasing the county’s MICE attractions at GIBTM 2011, which kicks off at Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) today. Representatives of the Ministry of Tourism will be participating in the various sessions of the exhibition, while Ministry officials will be attending a number of pre-arranged meetings with various MICE trave
The post Report finds rising confidence among event organisers at GIBTM appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. A new report published on the first day of GIBTM in Abu Dhabi predicts the Middle East meetings sector is set for rapid growth over the next two years.The fifth annual Middle East Meetings Industry Research report, conducted by The Right Solution and Nicholas Publishing, found that 89 percent of 555 buyers expect to arrange at least the same, if not more meetings and ev
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The post Ferrari World showcases unique MICE offerings at GIBTM appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Ferrari World Abu Dhabi is showcasing its unique corporate offering at GIBTM, which is currently being staged in Abu Dhabi.”Where else can a company organise a training conference and then have delegates race against each other on a Ferrari driving simulator,” said Troy Lindquist, director of Sales & Marketing, Ferrari World Abu Dhabi. “To inspire their te
The post GIBTM numbers up on 2010, claim organisers appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Organisers of this year’s Gulf Incentive, Business Travel and Meetings Exhibition (GIBTM) in Abu Dhabi have revealed that visitor numbers on the first day of the event eclipsed the 2010 instalment.”We are very happy that the first day was so successful, we received positive feedback from exhibitors and buyers as well as from visitors.
The post Middle East MICE sector upbeat about future appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. The overall outlook for the Middle East Meetings Incentives Conferences and Exhibitions (MICE) industry is upbeat, despite recent regional political upheaval, according to a survey conducted at GIBTM in Abu Dhabi last week.At a panel discussion entitled ‘What is happening in the World of Meetings?
The post GIBTM tackles rise of social media appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Another key discussion topic at GIBTM this year was the effect that Social Media plays in promoting MICE business, increasing awareness, improving and maintaining a high level of customer service, and communicating directly with target audiences. When the participants at the seminar ‘What is happening in the World of Meetings?
The post WTM Vision speakers announced appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. The organisers of this year’s inaugural World Travel Market WTM Vision Conference, which will be staged in conjunction with Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2011 on 3 May, have confirmed this year’s line-up of high-calibre speakers.The event, hosted at WTM’s sister event Arabian Travel Market, includes two thought-provoking sessions, including a panel debate entitled Is Green the new cutti
The post Dusit Princess City Centre targets MICE business appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. While many may escape the heat during the summer, it is business as usual for many more in Dubai. For those still here throughout June, July and August the Dusit Princess City Centre Dubai is offering a host of attractive options for meeting planners.Organisers who book eight deluxe rooms for just Dh349 including one breakfast per room per night can enjoy one complimentary night in a
The post Dubai RevPAR to rise in 2011 appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. A new report by Deloitte & Touche predicts Dubai hotels will increase their revenue per available room (RevPAR) by about 10% in 2011. “Thus in terms of RevPAR, we would see Dubai hotels clocking between 5% and 10% growth this year – largely occupancy driven and not rate driven,” Alex Kyriakidis, global managing director for tourism, hospitality and leisure at Deloitte & Touche,
The post Abu Dhabi on the US MICE radar appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority (ADTA) and a delegation of its stakeholders have made key contacts in the US as they made their debut at the first American Incentive, Business Travel and Meetings exhibition in Baltimore last week.The delegation conducted more than 200 presentations to US buyers – many who were getting their first briefing on the emirate and its meetings industry facilities.ADTA and
The post Dusit launches new MICE programme appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Dusit International has launched its Meet to Maximise programme, a simple solution for meeting planners and group organisers to deliver a selection of choices and enhanced value for their groups. With every meeting or event booked at Dusit Best Rate, guests will receive 25 percent of the first night rate as a credit against additional privileges during a group visit at participating hotels and reso
The post Coral Fujairah offers meetings specials appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Coral Suite Fujairah has launched a new meetings package offering discount rates of AED99per person.The ‘Business Plus’ package provides comprehensive business facilities with value-added extras for meetings involving 10 or more people.
The post PATA forum appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. PATA is initiating a forum on practical ways to apply research and intelligence to execute commercially successful marketing strategies. “The 2008 PATA Tourism Strategy Forum is a must-attend opportunity for senior-level research and marketing professionals from tourism boards, airlines, hotels, airports and operators,” said PATA Associate Director SIC Oliver Martin.
The post Dusit focuses on MICE appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Dusit International is looking to expand its MICE operations, the Bangkok Post has reported. The Thailand-based hotel group believes that the Thai MICE market is a more attractive, cost-effective option that rivals in Singapore or Hong Kong, and the group’s Global Director of Sales, Simon Burgess has said that Dusit are in an ideal position to capitalise. “Thailand is value for mone
The post SCVB to become Business Events Sydney appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. The Sydney Convention and Visitors Bureau is changing its name to Business Events Sydney as part of its drive to win more business meetings for the Australian city. SCVB Managing Director Jon Hutchison said the changes would build on the organisation’s new alliance with Events NSW (New South Wales) and help provide the flexibility required to reach its goal of making Sydney one of the wor
The post Meeting trade show targets new frontiers appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. The combined IT&CMA (Incentive Travel & Conventions, Meetings Asia) and CTW (Corporate Travel World) Asia-Pacific, the region’s premier MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conventions, Exhibitions) and Corporate Travel event is set to advance to a new phase with a slew of “new frontiers” and “green” initiatives.
The post Green meetings take off in Singapore appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. More event organisers in Singapore are heading the environmental call, incorporating green elements into their meetings. According to a Straits Times report, the explosion of green meetings was also the result of companies incorporating eco-friendly ideas into their social responsibility policies.
The post TCEB launches new MICE incentives appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) has announced new incentive programs to help organisers with confirmed events in Thailand from September to December 2008. The program is expected to help sustain growth in MICE visitor numbers in Thailand during the current climate of political uncertainty.
The post US meetings demand to fall appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Meetings, conferences and conventions in the US in the coming months may get smaller and less lavish with airlines trimming domestic flights, amid rising travel costs rise and a slowing economy, a USA Today report said. At the Pro Football Hall of Fame in Canton, Ohio, for instance, companies are starting to reduce budgets for everything from management meetings to rallies for sale
The post FCm launches CiEvents in China appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. FCm Travel Solutions has introduced its CiEvents business to China’s event management industry. The event specialist business of FCm Australia, which handles group travel, conference logistics, event management and incentive travel business, will become the first Australasian-based, full-service event management company to operate in China.
The post Laguna Phuket to showcases weddings appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. The Laguna Phuket will showcase its Chapel-on-the-Lagoon at the UK’s National Wedding Shows in Earls Court London on 28 September and at Birmingham’s NEC on 10-12 October. Attendees at both events will have the opportunity to enter a prize draw to win a dream wedding and honeymoon at Laguna Phuket.
The post New MICE venue for Laguna Phuket appeared first on TD (Travel Daily Media) Travel Daily. Laguna Phuket is planning to launch a permanent 1,500m. The post New MICE venue for Laguna Phuket appeared first on Travel Daily.
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