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| Shaolin Kung Fu masters summer in Hong Kong
HONG KONG – The Ngong Ping 360 cable car and theme park will feature legendary Shaolin masters during the Ngong Ping Shaolin Kung Fu Showcase from July 1 to end August. Shaolin-inspired action movies have made the martial art form a global rage, and visiting groups to the venue will be able to participate in workshops which will be held every day during the showcase period.
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| Malaysia celebrates jump in ICCA standings
KUALA LUMPUR – Malaysia jumped to 28th position in the latest ICCA, International Congress and Convention Association country rankings. The number of meetings hosted grew 24 per cent, from 96 meetings (2009) to 119 meetings (2010). Malaysia retained its position as one of the top 10 meeting destination in Asia-Pacific.
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| Thailand eyes high-end MICE business
BANGKOK − The Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) has disclosed plans to focus on the highest end of the MICE market following steady growth in the segment.
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| Accor adds in Indonesia and Yunnan
JAKARTA – This year’s World of Accor kicked off its 11 city series in Hong Kong mid-April, and will end its tour in India staged at New Delhi on November 17 at the Pullman Gurgaon Central, and at the Novotel Mumbai Juhu Beach two days earlier. World of Accor will also be held in July 28 at the Pullman Auckland, and on August 4 at the Sofitel Sydney.
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| Butlers of St Regis in Bangkok
BANGKOK – Thailand’s first St Regis hotel has opened along Rajadamri Road. With its location across the road from exclusive Royal Bangkok Sports Club, the location offers rare vistas of green in the city centre.
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| | | | | | | | | | | | | Have a Work Party at The Regent
SINGAPORE − The Regent Singapore has introduced a Work Party package until year end, with an all-day serving at The Bar, for S$125++. Drinks, snacks, tea breaks and lunch are included.
Director of marketing, Anne Arrowsmith, said: “Companies invest a large amount of money to gather their global network together. We saw an opportunity outside the formal agenda where colleagues can come together in an unstructured, relaxed environment to foster collaboration and camaraderie. Companies can maximize their return on investment as The Bar is open from 9am to 5pm...The venue’s pockets of intimate spaces allow interaction and boosts creativity among participants’ peers and counterparts.”
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| Rosalind Ng takes over as SACEOS president
SINGAPORE − IIR Exhibitions managing director, Rosalind Ng, has assumed the role of Singapore Association of Convention and Exhibition Organisers and Suppliers (SACEOS) president, succeeding immediate past president, Edward Liu. IIR is part of the Informa Group.
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| THINK AFRESH
What will stay in your mind long after your conference at Sanya Marriott Resort & Spa is over? The feel of soft white sand beneath your feet and Yalong Bay’s crystalline blue waters before your eyes. Your latest idea, which came to you during a walk along the bay’s beautiful shores. An exquisite massage that left you tingling and rejuvenated for your morning meeting. The azure pool where you did your most creative thinking. No matter how much inspiration you seek you’re sure to find it everywhere you look.
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| Inspired by you, staged by us: Sofitel InspiredMeetings™
Bangkok – Sofitel Luxury Hotels offers meetings, conferences and events of distinction, with its InspiredMeetings™ concept with dedicated planner and team meaning no two events are alike, save for the seamless execution of each. Working with our InspiredMeetings™ Planner, meetings can be customised, with the latest in technology, tailored activities and fine dining. Even guest rooms can be individualised.
For more information on InspiredMeetings™, or to start planning your own event in one of 130 Sofitel hotels and resorts worldwide, visit the website.
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| Five-star comfort in Ho Chi Minh City’s hub
Hotel Equatorial Ho Chi Minh City is an international five-star hotel located where the borders of the city’s four main districts intersect, hence it is in the heart and true center of Ho Chi Minh City. Its world-class facilities and services makes it an ideal choice for business and leisure travellers.
The hotel features 333 beautifully designed guest rooms and suites including 72 Executive Club Rooms. Hotel facilities include seven f&b outlets with the signature restaurants Orientica and Chit Chat at the Café and a world-class recreational center. It can also host state-of-the-art meetings and conferences for up to 1,250 people.
Click here to visit the website.
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| IT&CMA and CTW 2011
IT&CMA and CTW 2011 | 4 to 6 October | Bangkok, Thailand is Asia’s Only Doublebill Event in MICE and Corporate Travel. IT&CMA offers the largest collection of Asia-Pacific MICE suppliers. It brings together suppliers and buyers in a 3-day exhibition + business event featuring MICE products, services and solutions. CTW Asia-Pacific is a conference and exhibition on Travel & Entertainment (T&E) management, attracting influencers and decision-makers of Corporate Travel functions, to keep abreast of the latest T&E knowledge and trends.
www.itcma.com | www.corporatetravelworld.com
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| micenet ASIA May/June 2011 edition
The May/June 2011 edition of micenet ASIA has hit the stands. This issue, our Influencer Samuel Koo asks: “Where is the industry’s West Point?” and we profile the leading Events With Edge in Asia.
Planners should look out for exciting features on South Africa, Vietnam, Singapore and Bali.
Finally, get the inside track on win-win buyer-seller negotiations by Symantec’s regional travel manager, Peter Koh; learn How To Develop Conference Programmes Which Deliver; and let mixologist Hayden Wood share his recipe for stirring up the best catering for events.
To order your copy and reserve future editions click here to register your details. And visit our website for regular updates.
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| CIBTM
August 30 - September 1, 2011
China National Convention Centre (CNCC), Beijing
| | ITB Asia
October 19 - 21, 2011
Suntec Singapore Exhibition & Convention Centre
| | EIBTM
November 29 - December 1, 2011
Fira Gran Via, Barcelona, Spain
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