With an integrated design that seamlessly connects three vast hotels, Sands Resorts Macao allows for start-to-finish customisation and control of events.
At the heart of Macao's Cotai Strip, Sands Resorts Macao stands as an iconic integrated resort complex. Offering over 10,000 hotel rooms and suites, 150 dining options, 720 duty-free shops, and meeting and exhibition spaces spanning 150,000 sqm, it’s a prime destination for both leisure and business travellers.
The recent M&C Asia Connections, held in Macao for the first time from 3-4 September 2024, brought over 100 delegates to The Londoner Macao. With a mix of impactful meetings, business networking, and curated site visits, MICE planners from around the world experienced Sands Resorts Macao firsthand and discovered an impressive destination for their next business event.
A one-stop MICE destination
For Rhanee Palma, CEO of US-based Rhanee Palma & Co., the variety of accommodations, leisure, and entertainment options under one roof is a key advantage. “The concept of an integrated resort is exceptional in the Sands Resorts Macao. There’s something for everyone, from students to corporate executives, at different price points and preferences. It’s a one-stop shop,” she noted.
US-based Damien Veal, senior vice president of planning at UEL eSports, also praised the resort’s versatility, seeing it as a good fit for gaming conferences he organises. “With the range of venues available, we can easily host multiple events of different sizes here,” he said.
Planners can feel supported no matter the type or scale of event with Sands Resorts Macao’s diverse offerings of solutions and venuesThanks to its integrated design that connects the three vast hotels – The Venetian Macao, The Parisian Macao, and The Londoner Macao – via picturesque covered walkways, Sands Resorts Macao offers ease and convenience for event attendees. Planners, too, appreciate the control this provides, allowing for seamless events no matter the weather.
Desmond Wong, managing director of Borneo International Enterprise, said: “You don’t have to worry about weather disruptions. Everything is so well controlled that it makes the space conducive for flawless execution.”
Tech-driven event expertise
Sands Resorts Macao offers some of Asia’s most technologically advanced event venues. From the 15,000-seat Cotai Arena and 6,000-seat Londoner Arena to the Smart Stage at The Londoner—the first hybrid event space in Macao with live broadcast capabilities—the resort is equipped to handle any event.
Seeing the utilisation of the Smart Stage during M&C Asia Connections, Hanny Yauw, operation manager at Jakarta-based Silver Horse Travel, feels assured that planners will get strong support for any event held at Sands Resorts Macao. “The tech support is top-notch, with everything handled in-house. It gives us confidence that our events will run smoothly without needing to outsource.”
Service that stands out
With top-of-the-line technology and equipment, every event can be a digital showcase to wow attendees.Paitara Chaochalard, project manager at Neat Event and Consultant in Thailand, is excited about the prospect of organising an event at Sands Resorts Macao after experiencing its outstanding service. “The reception and service staff were incredible from start to finish, ensuring that everything ran smoothly. I’m confident that the same high standard of service would be delivered if I were to host my event here.”
Borneo International Enterprise’s Wong highlighted the ease of communication for attendees from diverse countries and cultures. “Everybody here speaks perfect English,” he said. "If I were to bring any non-Chinese guests into the Sands Resorts Macao, they would be well supported.”
Many event planners who attended M&C Asia Connections left with plans to return to Sands Resorts Macao for future events. Palma shared her enthusiasm, “There are so many opportunities here. I’m confident that Sands Resorts Macao will continue to deliver an elevated experience, and I look forward to partnering with them for many years to come.”
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