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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.

What it really takes to pull off a mega convention in Asia
Edward Snoeks takes the helm at new Chiang Mai hotel
Edward Snoeks takes the helm at new Chiang Mai hotel
Edward Snoeks has been appointed General Manager at the soon-to-open Meliá Chiang Mai.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | July 23, 2021
Kayak for Business is now live
Kayak for Business is now live
Kayak is fully launching its free corporate travel solution, Kayak for Business.
By Mitra Sorrells | July 23, 2021
Covid travel and events: country updates from A to Z
Covid travel and events: country updates from A to Z
A comprehensive list of the latest re-opening statuses round the globe. 
By Northstar Meetings Group | July 23, 2021
Virtual teambuilding ideas to beat Zoom fatigue
Virtual teambuilding ideas to beat Zoom fatigue
As virtual teambuilding takes off, we sniff out some fun ideas that can help combat Zoom fatigue.
By Yixin Ng | July 23, 2021
Redesigning the shared experience for business events
Redesigning the shared experience for business events
The industry-leading partnership between Intrado Digital Media and Encore allows event planners to deliver unmatched event experiences for virtual and in-person audiences.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | July 19, 2021
Virtual event explosion spawns data hotbed
Virtual event explosion spawns data hotbed
New digital footprints can reveal which booths, networking connections and speakers are valued by individual event attendees.
By Yixin Ng | July 19, 2021
Pact to harmonise ASEAN tourism workforce expands to MICE
Pact to harmonise ASEAN tourism workforce expands to MICE
An ASEAN agreement to harmonise the region's tourism workforce has been expanded to cover MICE and event professionals.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | July 19, 2021
Sri Lankan event association pleads for equal treatment
Sri Lankan event association pleads for equal treatment
Sri Lanka’s Event Management Association (EMA) is making a plea for the government to extend sectoral re-opening to corporate events, claiming that its ongoing appeals have gone unheard.
By Yixin Ng | July 19, 2021
When vaccines spell closed doors in travel
When vaccines spell closed doors in travel
The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is warning that a lack of one universally accepted list of approved Covid-19 vaccines is impeding the restart of international travel.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | July 19, 2021
South Korea gets its first Hilton Garden Inn
South Korea gets its first Hilton Garden Inn
Hilton Garden Inn Seoul Gangnam has opened in the Gangnam Business District, marking the brand's South Korea debut.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | July 19, 2021
Companies can now offer carbon offsets via Lufthansa start-up
Companies can now offer carbon offsets via Lufthansa start-up
Lufthansa has developed a sustainability solution for the travel and transport industry as part of its innovation hub.
By Linda Fox | July 19, 2021
Fancy holding an event in the world's deepest pool?
Fancy holding an event in the world's deepest pool?
The world's deepest pool has opened in Dubai, offering event spaces and dive experiences in a "sunken city".
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | July 16, 2021
New operator bails out Auckland conference venue after bankruptcy scare
New operator bails out Auckland conference venue after bankruptcy scare
The show will go on at ASB Showgrounds for now, with NZ Exhibition and Events Company (NZEEC) appointed as its new operator under a one-year license.
By Meetings & Conventions Asia | July 16, 2021
M&C Asia Connections unites MICE players
M&C Asia Connections unites MICE players
The second edition of M&C Asia Connections Virtual (MCAC) returned on 15 July 2021, bringing together APAC's event professionals as they prepare for the future.
By Natalie Joy Lee | July 16, 2021
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