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What it really takes to pull off a mega convention in Asia

High on the list? A venue that functions as a “super connector” – bridging organisers with unique experiences, local networks and the wider city.

New Queen Sirikit National Convention Center set to open

The Queen Sirikit National Convention Center (QSNCC) is expected to reopen in September 2022 with five times more venue space than before.

By Meetings & Conventions Asia | August 27, 2021

Say hello to IHG's newest luxury-lifestyle brand

IHG Hotels & Resorts is making a stronger push into the luxury lifestyle segment with its newest Vignette Collection.

By Meetings & Conventions Asia | August 27, 2021

Who are the expert teams behind your hybrid and virtual events?

As virtual and hybrid events continue to grow in size and frequency, Arinex CEO Nicole Walker sheds some insight on the expert teams who deliver these events.

By Meetings & Conventions Asia | August 27, 2021

Amex GBT awarded new tech patents

American Express Global Business Travel has been awarded two new US patents for technology designed for use by corporate travellers and travel managers.

By Adam Perrotta | August 27, 2021

Taiwan Incentive Talk spurs business recovery

Taiwan Incentive Talk wrapped up to resounding success on 26 August, a hybrid event that connected more than 100 Asia MICE planners from nine countries with 20 Taiwanese exhibitors.

By Natalie Joy Lee | August 27, 2021

Sarawak's latest MICE marketing campaign bags international award

BESarawak has bagged a Los Angeles Film Award for its humorous short film on Covid-safe protocols for MICE events in the new normal.

By Natalie Joy Lee | August 27, 2021

Remote working in, team building out?

With work-from-home here to stay, a new survey investigates the possible long-term impact and opportunities for event professionals.

By Natalie Joy Lee | August 24, 2021

Hyde Dubai Business Bay set for Q4 opening

Another new hotel is set to open in Dubai ahead of Expo 2020 — the Hyde Dubai Business Bay, which will open its doors in Q4 2021.

By Meetings & Conventions Asia | August 24, 2021

Singapore's iconic food fest gets a taste of hybrid

After transiting to a virtual event in 2020, the Singapore Food Festival (SFF) is back with new partner events and workshops to work up the appetites of both local and international foodies.

By Natalie Joy Lee | August 24, 2021

How about your next meeting in a business class seat?

Airlines release aviation-themed Zoom backgrounds and actual in-flight audio to help travellers relive the joys of travel.

By Meetings & Conventions Asia | August 24, 2021

New Mercure hotel for South Korea

Mercure Ambassador Jeju has opened in South Korea's Jeju Island, making it the eighth city on Accor Ambassador's expansion plan in the country.

By Meetings & Conventions Asia | August 24, 2021

Optimistic outlook for business events recovery: new study

In a new report, global business events leaders and decision makers may be deterred by Covid-19 restrictions, but general sentiments on the industry's future are still positive — and there are numbers to prove that.

By Meetings & Conventions Asia | August 24, 2021

CASE STUDY: How TTF 2021 danced with technology

The Tourism & Technology Forum in Manila embraced a hybrid format to encourage greater experimentation and pave the way forward.

By Lauren Arena | August 24, 2021

The gates have opened: Singapore launches first vaccinated travel lanes

Singapore's latest announcements on 19 August are buoying hopes that recovery is finally in sight for the battered business events and travel trade.

By Natalie Joy Lee | August 20, 2021

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