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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
AHIC 2021 returns to Dubai
AHIC 2021 returns to Dubai
Arabian & African Hospitality Investment Conference (AHIC) is preparing to return in-person from 20-22 September this year, at Madinat Jumeirah in Dubai.
Malaysia’s convention centres at the forefront of pandemic battle
Malaysia’s convention centres at the forefront of pandemic battle
As Malaysia went into full lockdown starting yesterday to 14 June, leaving just 17 essential services open, streets continue to lay quiet and empty — except for select major convention centres where people are streaming in for their Covid-19 vaccination jabs.
Embrace a “grollaboration” mindset
Embrace a “grollaboration” mindset
Evenesis CEO, Yusno Yunos, reflects on how he's found strength — and success — in collaboration.
Rosewood expands China footprint
Rosewood expands China footprint
Rosewood Hotels & Resorts continues to expand its footprint in China with Rosewood Hangzhou, slated to open in 2026.
Marriott: Hotel group and hybrid meetings instructor?
Marriott: Hotel group and hybrid meetings instructor?
Since February this year, more than 2,400 meetings professionals have undergone Marriott International's Hybrid Learning Labs in the US to understand the ins-and-outs of planning and executing a successful hybrid meeting.
New Covid-19 tests could spur travel and in-person events
New Covid-19 tests could spur travel and in-person events
Swabs may soon be skipped, as countries around the world test out faster, easier and novel ways of detecting Covid-19.
Strong showing at Penang's inaugural virtual China roadshow
Strong showing at Penang's inaugural virtual China roadshow
The Penang Convention & Exhibition Bureau has successfully completed its inaugural Penang Virtual Roadshow to China 2021, which connected 92 buyers with 26 local exhibitors over 311 video meetings.
Google and UNWTO join forces to aid travel recovery
Google and UNWTO join forces to aid travel recovery
Google and the United National World Tourism Organization will work together on a multi-pronged strategy intended to help the global travel and tourism industry recover.
Event tech: Meeting in the metaverse
Event tech: Meeting in the metaverse
Se-Je Lee is a software developer whose Seoul-based company, Salin Co., specialises in building VR/AR platforms. He creates a 'metaverse' where avatars communicate with each other.
Hyatt's Alila brand to debut in Shanghai
Hyatt's Alila brand to debut in Shanghai
Hyatt has signed a conversion deal to plant the brand's first Alila flag in Shanghai, with a planned 2023 launch.
Arabian Travel Market marks 'necessary push' towards recovery
Arabian Travel Market marks 'necessary push' towards recovery
While the Arabian Travel Market in Dubai wasn’t as busy compared to previous years, the overall sentiment was that those who were there went with intent and purpose.
Get ready to 'Reboot, Reimagine, Redesign' travel
Get ready to 'Reboot, Reimagine, Redesign' travel
From 2-4 June, SHATEC will host the APacCHRIE Conference 2021, a virtual gathering of top industry voices and academia from Asia Pacific to discuss the way forward in a post-pandemic MICE and travel world.
"Incredible response" as Art Basel goes hybrid in Hong Kong
"Incredible response" as Art Basel goes hybrid in Hong Kong
Art Basel Hong Kong 2021 (ABHK) made a successful return this month, gathering 104 galleries from 23 countries and territories.
Architecture & Building Services postponed
Architecture & Building Services postponed
The Architecture & Building Services (ABS) 2021 trade fair, originally planned for 30 June to 2 July, will be postponed to November.