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Why Georgia? 4 Introduction 7 UNESCO Heritage Sites 8 Airports 11 Tbilisi Hotels 13 Batumi Hotels 27 Regional Hotels 35 DMCs & PCOs 41 Expo Georgia 50 Black Sea Arena 52 Special Venues 54 Incentive Tips 56 Travel Information 60

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Great Food, Restaurants Endless Tourism and Cafes Possibilities

The country offers a delicious variety of dishes, highlighted From adventure tourism to discovering the art of wine-making, with distinctive herbs and spices. Georgian food and drinks Georgia has something to delight every visitor. Take advantage were ranked 4th in Europe, right behind Italy, France and Spain of the least expensive heli-skiing in Europe, or tour some of the (Thrillist 2015). finest medieval architecture in the world, investigate ancient subterranean cave cities, or relax at beach resorts – in Georgia, Throughout the cities you can find fine restaurants and cozy, everything is just a step away. uniquely styled cafes and bars. Why High Level of Top Economic Safety

Ratings Georgia was ranked among the top countries in terms of safety According to the World Bank in 2016, Georgia ranks 16th in the by numerous publications (view the links below). The World Georgia? Economic Forum (WEF) “Competitiveness Index 2014-2015” world in “Ease of Doing Business,” and the Heritage Foundation places Georgia 23rd on its “Index of Economic Freedom”. ranked Georgia 28th out of 148 countries for reliability of police services, and the 23rd for least amount of irregular payments Over the past few years the Government has implemented and bribes. Easily Accessible numerous progressive reforms to ease the tax regime, simplify licensing regulations/procedures and set up a “one window Destination approach” system for many business activities.

Georgia is well connected to the world with up to 39 direct flights to various destinations and over 31 airlines operating in Unique Culture, the country from three international airports - Tbilisi, Batumi and Kutaisi. Folklore and Art “Top 12 Safest “Top Safest “Top 10 Safest Countries in Countries in Countries to Georgia upholds a visa-free regime with 97 nations and Resident Georgia is a country with ancient, rich and unique culture the World” the World” live in the Permit Holders of 50 states, including GCC and European nations. Value which dates back for millennia. In 1977 the golden recording World” An e-visa option is also available (evisa.gov.ge), and holders of a onboard of the U.S. spacecraft Voyager carried the traditional valid visa for the United States, EU member states, Japan, Korea for Money Georgian song “Chakrulo” to the far reaches of our solar system, and the UAE may enter the country without a visa. as a part of the world’s cultural heritage. Georgia offers a range of budget hotels, inexpensive attractions, and low-cost local transportation. Furthermore, there are Today, the Georgian polyphonic music and the Georgian Modern Infrastructure endless tourism possibilities: skiing, hunting, beauty and alphabet are acknowledged by UNESCO as “a masterpiece health spas, rafting and kayaking - all at a fraction of the cost of the world’s cultural heritage”. Georgian dance, similar to and Unique Venues of European countries and without compromising on quality. polyphonic songs remain a major cultural attraction. “Top 10 Safest Crime Index Georgia offers some of the most unique venues, ranging from Countries in for Country modern to traditional, and a multi-functional exposition center Hospitable and Birthplace of Wine the World” 2016 –“Expo Georgia” right in the heart of the city. Generous People Wine has been produced in Georgia for over 8,000 years; this The hotels in Georgia are perfect for conventions, seminars, is what the BBC referred to as “the world’s longest-running workshops and a variety of other events. New major brands, The Georgian people embrace a unique culture of hospitality; unbroken wine tradition.” Today, over 500 varieties of grapes such as Sheraton, Radisson, Marriot, Rixos, Holiday Inn, Hotels for Georgians being a host is not only a privilege, but a sacred are grown throughout the country and Georgian wines are and Preference, Mercure, Best Western and more provide all tradition passed down for centuries. These traits are best famous for their unique properties and character. Furthermore, the resources necessary to accommodate various needs and exhibited during a traditional feast – a supra, which involves a the Georgian way of winemaking - in clay pots called Qvevri – preferences. toast master (tamada) and vibrant polyphonic music. is on UNESCO’s list of Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

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RUSSIA UKRAINE KAZAKHSTAN

RUSSIA SEA OF AZOV BLACK SEA GEORGIA CASPIAN SEA Batumi Tbilisi BLACK SEA

GEORGIA Batumi Tbilisi ARMENIA ARMENIA TURKEY AZERBAIJAN AZERBAIJAN Yerevan Ankara Baku TURKEY Introduction IRAN

Located at the crossroads between Europe and Asia, Georgia has seamlessly integrated aspects of various cultures, while at the same time retaining its own unparalleled identity.

Covering a territory of only 69,700 sq. km., the country is renowned for its fascinating history, majestic Caucasus Mountains, the Black Sea coastline, curative climate, healing mineral waters, national parks and UNESCO Heritage Sites. For centuries Georgia has been the cultural, educational and transportation center for the Caucasus region; with some of the most famous trade routes like the Silk Road.

The country’s consecutive integration into the European Union represents one of the most important directions of the nation’s political and economic development. In 2014, Georgia signed an Association Agreement with the European Union and to further contribute to the nation’s safety, security and integrity, the country has undertaken an initiative to become a member of NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization).

Today, Georgia ranks among the most prospective countries in Europe; with the World Economic Forum Competitiveness Index 2014 -2015 placing the nation 23rd out of 144 countries with the least amount of irregular payments and bribes, and 37th out of 148 countries in reliability of police service. Hereby, CNN named Georgia one of Top 16 Up-and-Coming Destinations. The authenticity and unique cultural heritage, alongside top rankings in the world’s most prestigious indexes have turned Geor- gia into a premier travel destination in the region. The number of visitors to the country has been growing drastically for the past 7.3% 1.7mil. USD 6.35 mil. decade and for the third year in a row international arrivals have exceeded the 5.5 million mark, which is considerably more than Share of tourism in GDP International receipts Number of visitors in the population of the country. 2016 (I-III quarter) from tourism 2016 2016 (I-III quarter)

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UNESCO World Heritage Sites Katskhi Pillar

Georgia is home to three UNESCO World Heritage Sites:

1 Gelati Monastery – dating back to the 12th century, is a memorizing example of medieval architecture.

Kazbegi 2 Historic Monuments of Mtskheta 2 – the Jvari Monastery dates back to the 6th century, and the Svetitskhoveli Cathedral is one of the most majestic sites in Georgia.

3 2 Ushguli – one of the highest pop- ulated areas in Europe is located at an elevation of 2000 – 2200 meters above sea level; the area is renowned for its unique tower- houses and unparalleled natural beauty. 1 3

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Tbilisi Batumi Kutaisi Airport Airport Airport

Located just 20 km from the city, Tbilisi Located just 2 km from the city, Batumi King David the Builder Kutaisi Interna- International Airport (TBS) offers inter- International Airport (BUS) serves both tional Airport is located 14 km west of national, domestic and cargo flights. The international and domestic flights. The Kutaisi. The runway has a length of 2,600 Airport has been operated by TAV since new terminal, which opened in 2007 has meters and fully complies with modern 2005. In 2007, a new international termi- 6 check-in desks and 4 passport stations. standards. The goal of the Kutaisi Inter- nal was opened, which can accommo- Hereby, Georgia and Turkey have signed national Airport is to attract low-cost date up to 2.8 million passengers a year. an agreement whereby Batumi Airport airlines and create a competitive envi- ICAO quality standards and services is considered part of Turkey’s domestic ronment. make it one of the most reliable destina- network, creating favorable environ- tion points in the region. ment for flights between the two countries.

Approximate duration Origin Distance (km) Distance (miles) of flight

Istanbul, Turkey 1 515 823 2 hours

Tusheti/Dartlo Athens, Greece 1 844 1 146 3 hours

Warsaw, Poland 2 140 1 330 3 hours

Dubai, UAE 2 067 1 284 3 hours

Vienna, Austria 2 340 1 454 3 hours

Munich, Germany 2 693 1 674 4 hours

Amsterdam, Netherlands 3 203 1 990 5 hours

London, UK 3 545 2 203 6 hours Ilia Chavchavadze National Parliamentary Library Parliamentary National of Georgia Ilia Chavchavadze

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The legendary capital city of Tbilisi has a charming of modern lifestyle – leisure areas, restaurants, cafes, history dating back to the 5th century (A.D.). It is striking shopping facilities and nightlife. Over the centuries, the how the city encompasses ancient architecture, beautiful famous sulfur baths located at the heart of the city have scenery and cultural centers with all the amenities hosted various poets, writers, musicians and kings.

City Logo: DISCOVER Tbilisi Area: 350 km 2 (219 sq miles) Total population: 1,118,035 Time zone: GET (UTC +4) Calling code: +995 322 Official website: www.tbilisi.gov.ge

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Wi – Fi bar

air conditioning restaurant

business class entertainment

money exchange office golf

pool tennis

spa bicycle

sauna wheelchair

massage cleaning

gym iron

no smoking room media & technology

horse riding pets

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11 Apakidze Str. Tbilisi 29 Rustaveli Ave. Tbilisi +995 322 30 07 77 +995 32 2 72 72 72 [email protected] [email protected] www.bestwesterntbilisi.ge www.millenniumhotels.com

The Biltmore Hotel Tbilisi The Biltmore Hotel Tbilisi is the upscale luxury hotel which is occupying the historical building known as the former Institute of Marxism and Leninism (IMEL) and a striking glass skyscraper, cleverly marrying history and modernity. The Highest Hotel in Georgia is ideally situated within the historic and cultural center of the capital city. It comprises 214 spacious rooms and suites, each boasting state-of-the- Best Western art facilities and postcard views of the city. Guests have the choice of eight room categories, including the exclusive Royal Suite, which offers the epitome of luxury. Best Western Tbilisi Art Hotel Located in the business district of Tbilisi, offers 45 The Hotel offers collection of six exquisite restaurants and bars including a rooftop different types of rooms with all the amenities required to accommodate business - XEME. The Biltmore Hotel Tbilisi provides a perfect setting for corporate events, and pleasure travelers. Design of Best Western Tbilisi Art hotel attracts a niche of business meetings, lively parties and spectacular weddings. Hotel offers a one-of-a- customers looking for a special property able to fulfill their individual needs, making kind historic amphitheater, “The Guild”, lovingly restored to become one of the city’s every single stay unique. Offers cozy and safe place for business people according most enigmatic destinations, an opulent Grand Royal Ballroom (550 Sq. Meter / 9.5 to the brand standards. ceiling) and 4 fully equipped meeting rooms providing comfortable environment for The Best Western Tbilisi Hotel offers spacious meeting venue equipped with state of high-end business meetings. Other highlights of the hotel include a health club with art equipment. indoor swimming pool and fully-equipped gym, whilst a luxurious SPA provides a Best Western Tbilisi is a perfect place for large corporate events, boardroom meetings haven of tranquility, with an extensive treatment menu allowing guests to relax and and seminars. rejuvenate. Total Number of Rooms 214 Total Number of Rooms 45 Standard Single Room 144 Standard Single Room 18 Standard Double Room 98 Standard Double Room 27

Schoolroom U Shape Boardroom Cinema Banquet Dimensions Layout Layout Layout Layout Layout Schoolroom U Shape Boardroom Cinema Banquet Dimensions Layout Layout Layout Layout Layout ROOM NAME ROOM NAME № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates L W Conference Hall #1 10 5.3m 5.5m № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates L W Conference Hall #2 10 5.5m 6.6m Grand Ballroom 50 40 50 120 120 22m 6m Conference Hall #3 30 30 20 70 4.5m 13.5m 13m 7m Board Room 25 30 Conference Hall #4 40 40 30 100 5.7m 16m Private Business Room 12 13 8m 5m Congress Hall 130 130

Ball Room 400 100 84 550 400 29m 19m

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4 Freedom Sq. Tbilisi 1, 26 May Sq. Tbilisi +995 322 77 91 00 +995 322 30 00 99 [email protected] [email protected] www.courtyardtbilisi.com www.ihg.com

Courtyard by Marriott Holiday Inn Tbilisi Courtyard by Marriott Tbilisi hotel is located in the cultural and business center of At Holiday Inn Tbilisi we believe the joy of travel is for everyone. the capital. The hotel is within a walking distance from main tourist attractions such Close to Heroes Square, this emblematic location lends our hotel accessibility to as Town Hall, Museums, Opera House and Rustaveli Theatre. Tbilisi’s chief business focus as well as an easy and fast connection to other districts. Being far from home is not always that easy, so we would love to invite you to rest Whether you’re traveling for work or taking a vacation from it, Courtyard helps you in one of our 270 Standard, Business of Executive Rooms replete with natural light put more play in your stay. Because travel should be fun, even when you’re working. thanks to floor-to-ceiling windows that will also let you enjoy outstanding panoramic From our redesigned guest rooms to our dynamic lobbies and outdoor spaces. city views.

Total Number of Rooms 270 Total Number of Rooms 118 Standard Single Room 193 Standard Single Room 75 Standard Double Room 77 Standard Double Room 43

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ROOM NAME № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates L W

Grand Ballroom 200 90 110 360 230 17.6m 16.9m

The Ballroom I-II 100 60 60 150 110 17.6m 8.4m № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates L W

Meetin Room II 45 30 35 80 60 14.9m 5.7m Idea Meeting Room 30-35 30-35 30 60-70 60-70 11m 7.3m

Meetin Room III 28 20 24 48 30 8.2m 5.7m Business Boardroom 8 10 10 15 15 5.6m 3.46m Board Room A 12 12 6.8m 5.7m Living Room 30 30-34 30 60 80 12m 7.6m Board Room B 10 10 7.6m 3.8m Glass Meeting Room 20-25 30 30 50 40-50 10.3m 6.9m Adjara Conference hall 120 70 70 250 100 21m 12m

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Tbilisi Sea New City 9 Gorgasali Str. Tbilisi +995 32 2 50 50 25/ 2 97 32 97 +995 322 00 60 60 [email protected] [email protected] www.hotelspreference.ge www.mercure.com

Mercure The Gorgasali Street is a place which has a long history. It was here, in one of the oldest parts of Tbilisi, was made construction of “Mercure Tbilisi Old Town”. On the site of the former spa building clinic – Gorgasali Street N9, international equipped Hotels and Preference hotels is opened. New hotel in the group of “Accor” originates by the new brand Hôtels & Préférence Hualing Tbilisi is a 5 star Hotel with French touch located on the name of “Mercure Tbilisi Old Town”. There are placed 102 rooms in the modern hotel. shorelines of the famous Tbilisi Sea, a perfect gateway to clean, fresh air, relaxing Here are all conditions created that people at the same time to take a vacation and atmosphere and an exceptional panoramic view of Tbilisi hills. The Hotel is mainly business meetings. created for business and leisure purposes, offering remarkable services in Georgia. The “Mercure Tbilisi Old Town” is a four-star category hotel. This will be the only hotel The Hotel’s objective is to provide luxury services in Leisure, Corporate and MICE in the old part of Tbilisi which will offer high quality services to tourists and also hospitality industry and continue to approach products in a very authentic, submit great contribution to the development of the history of this district of Old contemporary and innovative style. Tbilisi. The company “Accor” is French hotel group which is owner of 3645 hotels in the 92 Total Number of Rooms 246 countries. It shows the power of its 50-year history and achieved worldwide success. Standard Single Room 113 Standard Double Room 227

Schoolroom U Shape Boardroom Cinema Banquet Dimensions Layout Layout Layout Layout Layout Total Number of Rooms 102 Standard Single Room 6 Standard Double Room 96 ROOM NAME

Schoolroom U Shape Boardroom Cinema Banquet Dimensions № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates L W Layout Layout Layout Layout Layout

Grand Ball room ‘’Hualing’’ 500 150 160 600 500 33m 24m

Narikala Meeting Room 80 45 48 140 90 9m 13m ROOM Mtatsminda Meeting Room 60 34 36 110 80 9m 11m NAME Meidan Meeting Room 60 34 36 110 80 9m 11m Rustaveli Meeting Room 99 45 40 160 100 17m 12.5m Metekhi Meeting Room 99 45 40 160 100 14m 15m № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates L W Gorgasali Meeting Room 60 40 30 130 60 17m 9.5m Conference Hall #1 30 30 10 65

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1 Rose Revolution Sq. Tbilisi 13 Rustaveli Ave. Tbilisi +995 322 402 400 +995 322 77 92 00 [email protected] [email protected] www.radissonblu.com/hotel-tbilisi www.tbilisimarriott.com

Radisson Blu Iveria Tbilisi Marriott Found in the heart of Georgia’s capital city, Radisson Blu Iveria Hotel is nestled between Tbilisi Marriott is a luxury hotel in the capital of republic Georgia, Located at 13 the beautiful Mtkvari River and nearby mountain ranges, offering splendid views over Rustaveli Avenue, just in the heart of downtown and is known for its elegant, historic Tbilisi. Enviably located at the Rose Revolution Square on Main Avenue, our hotel is furnishings, including a grand lobby with crystal chandeliers and gilded columns. in the centre of the business and commercial district of the city. Step outside to find All rooms and suites boast a variety of amenities to ensure a rejuvenating stay in dining, shopping and nightlife on Rustaveli Avenue. You can visit nearby attractions Georgia, such as deluxe bedding, stately marble bathrooms, 24-hour room service like Old Town and the Narikala Fortress. and superb entertainment options. We also showcase first-class on-site restaurants, Savor Italian dishes at Filini Restaurant, Asian fusion fare at Umami or pastries and a fitness center, a sauna and over 6,000 square feet of stylish venue space; we can coffee at Iveria Café. Outdoor dining is a pleasure at Iveria Terrace during summer. provide a spectacular backdrop for your meeting or social gathering. Enjoy signature cocktails at 18th-floor Oxygen Sky Bar. The world-class spa (including indoor and outdoor pools) will pamper you with premium treatments from Anne Semonin. Total Number of Rooms 127 Standard Single Room 95 Total Number of Rooms 249 Standard Double Room 32 Standard Single Room 146 Standard Double Room 180 Schoolroom U Shape Boardroom Cinema Banquet Dimensions Layout Layout Layout Layout Layout

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№ of delegates № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates L W ROOM NAME The Ballroom 100 60 180 120 19.8m 9.9m King David IV 16 7.3m 7.5m

King Mirian 16 15 30 20 4.9m 7.1m № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates L W King Giorgi V 16 15 30 20 4.9m 7.1m Meeting Room #4 20 18 22 30 20 3.2m 302.4m King Giorgi V +King Mirian 40 30 70 40 14.2m 9.8m Grand BallRoom 200 100 120 350 250 6m/25 13.4m Queen Tamar 40 30 70 40 6.5m 9.9m Meeting Room #6 45 35 40 70 35 3.2m/8 20m King Gorgasal 6 3.2m 3.5m King Parnavaz 6 3.5m 3m

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Located along the Black Sea coast, Batumi has become the Black Sea Jazz Festival, International Film Festival BIAFF, key seaside destination for business, entertainment and Classical Music Festival, Animated Films Festival “Topuzi”, leisure on the Black Sea. The city was built by European International Theatre Festival etc. architects and represents a symbol of many innovations in its style of construction. This beautiful city is situated on the Hereby, with new high-end hotels, such as: Radisson, crossroad, which leads to Europe and Asia. Sheraton and Hilton, the city is rapidly becoming a destination for all types of travelers. With this, quality This popular tourist destination hosts many local and nightlife, gambling opportunities and new restaurants international, cultural, sports and other events, including: have given the city its fresh character. City Logo: DISCOVER Batumi Area: 64, 9 km 2 (25, 1 sq miles) Total population: 180,000 Time zone: GET (UTC +4) Calling code: +995 422 Official website: www.batumi.ge

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40 Rustaveli Str. Batumi 16 Sh. Khimshiashvili Str. Batumi +995 422 22 22 99/422 22 87 90 +995 422 244 400/01 [email protected] [email protected] www.batumi.hilton.com www.colosseummarina.ge

Hilton Batumi All New Hilton Batumi boasts 247 rooms and suites, at our beachfront location with easy access to the city center. Upgraded Executive Rooms and suites offer access to Colosseum Marina our Executive Lounge on the 16th floor. 7 meeting rooms and Rustaveli Ballroom Hotel Colosseum Marina is located on the first line of black Sea coast in Batumi. cater for 375 guests. Lobbies provide for a relaxed aura. Tandila Café and terrace Our hotel offers 101 modern, comfortable rooms of following categories: Standard, serve quality refreshments all day. Pelion restaurant offers contemporary Georgian Superior, Family Connected Rooms, Executive Suite, Colosseum Terrace Suite. All the delicacies. Nephele Sky Bar with terrace is the place to spend an elegant evening rooms have balcony with beautiful sea view. amongst the stars. Eforea spa offers the global spa experience, combined with For a variety of leisure Hotel Colosseum Marina offers to the guests: Outdoor and practices from all around the world. Indoor Pool, SPA and fitness center, tennis courts (outdoor and indoor) restaurants Total Number of Rooms 247 with Traditional Georgian and European cousine. Hotel Colosseum Marina takes care Standard Single Room 99 of your comfortable, safe and unforgettable holidays. Standard Double Room 164

Schoolroom U Shape Boardroom Cinema Banquet Dimensions Layout Layout Layout Layout Total Number of Rooms 101 Layout Standard Single Room 45 Standard Double Room 56 ROOM NAME

Schoolroom U Shape Boardroom Cinema Banquet Dimensions № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates L W Layout Layout Layout Layout Layout Lazika 40 25 24 80 40 12.2m 7.2m

Ushba 30 15 14 40 n/a 6.7m 5.6m

Kazbegi 30 15 14 40 n/a 6.7m 5.3m ROOM NAME Egrisi 40 25 20 70 40 9m 8.3m Aragvi 24 15 14 30 n/a 9m 4.1m

Petra 24 15 14 30 n/a 9m 4.1m № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates L W Armazi 60 40 36 100 60 13.6m 9.2m Collegeum 60 50 100-200 17m 6.8m Rustaveli 180 108 92 400 240 30m 13m Meeting Room 12 20 7.6m 3.3m Rustaveli I 60 40 36 100 60 13m 10m Rustaveli II 60 40 36 100 60 13m 10m Rustaveli III 60 40 36 100 60 13m 10m

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1 Ninoshvili Str. Batumi 28 Rustaveli Str. Batumi +995 422 25 55 55 +995 422 22 90 00/29 [email protected] [email protected] www.radissonblu.com/hotel-batumi www.sheraton.com/batumi

Sheraton The Sheraton Batumi Hotel features 202 rooms and suites including a 300 sq. meters penthouse suite with a 360 degrees view or the Black Sea and the city of Batumi. All rooms and suites are equipped with the latest technologies and the Sheraton Sig- nature Sleep Experience Beds. In the lobby you will find the internet connection cen- Radisson Blu tre - a complimentary communications hub where in-house guests can check their The ideal choice for a getaway, Radisson Blu Hotel, Batumi stands near Black Sea emails, surf the internet and stay connected to friends and family while on the road. beaches and the thriving city center. Striking views and amenities like Free high- A 750-square meter Shine Spa for Sheraton has been implemented together with speed, wireless Internet welcome guests to our 168 modern rooms and suites. indoor and outdoor swimming pools, saunas and incredible Turkish Hamam. Indulge in Turkish specialties or tasty grilled dishes before stopping by one of our The hotel’s ballroom is one of the largest in Batumi at 1,000 square meters and is bars for a refreshing drink. You can keep in shape with a visit to the fitness center and ideal for weddings or corporate events. take a dip in our indoor and outdoor pools. Our Anne Semonin Wellness & Spa Total Number of Rooms 202 Center offers massages and a wide range of treatments. Be sure to try your luck at Standard Single Room 119 the exciting games in our on-site casino. Standard Double Room 137

Total Number of Rooms 168 Schoolroom U Shape Boardroom Cinema Banquet Dimensions Standard Single Room 81 Layout Layout Layout Layout Layout Standard Double Room 102

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№ of delegates № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates L W Schoolroom U Shape Boardroom Cinema Banquet Dimensions (Begonia+Camelia) Layout Layout Layout Layout Layout 540 175 850/950 600 9m 36.35m Begonia 180 70 280 180 9m 11.93m

Camellia 380 105 570 420 9m 24.43m

ROOM Lilium 18 18/20 35 20 3.95m 7.07m NAME Orchid 18 18/20 35 20 3.95m 7.07m

Rose 22 15 22 10 3.95m 4.32m

№ of delegates № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates L W Mimosa 22 15 12 22 10 3.95m 6.49m

Grand Ballroom 170 80 100 350 220 3.2m 343m Dahlia 36 35 32 56/60 40 3.95m 4.24m

Meeting Room #3 65 45 45 120 100 3.2m 132m Tulip 36 35 32 56/60 40 3.95m 4.24m

Meeting Room #2 50 25 25 80 50 3.2m 83m Boardroom 10 10 3.95m 4.24m

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28 Shervashidze Ascent. Batumi 2/4 Shavsheti Str. Batumi +995 577 65 08 08 +995 422 24 20 20 [email protected] [email protected] www.hotel-sputnik.com www.leograndhotel.com

LeoGrand LEOGRAND Hotel & Casino Batumi is 7 km away from the International Airport. It takes only 5 minutes’ walk to the city center & Batumi sightseeing. Featuring 194 Sputnik Hotel Batumi comfortable Superior & Suite Rooms with luxurious bedding, wide range of amenities and breathtaking panoramic views. Room space with 42 m2 capacity, featuring Sputnik Hotel Is located in Batumi. City Center is 2 km far from the Hotel. Sputnik a queen sized or twin comfy beds, with sitting area of an armchair and a coffee table. Hotel is Located on Batumi Hill, it has an unique panoramic view of whole Batumi and LUNA Restaurant & TERRACITY Bars & Restaurants, (2200 m2) designed especially for the Black Sea. The resort is surrounded by a garden with tropical plants and trees, marvelous buffet breakfast, healthy lunch and nutritious dinner; offering the pano- where You will get unforgettable memories. This amazing combination of sea and ramic views of mountains and black sea. Two storeyed GRAND SPA (1800 m2) of- mountain climates gives you a possibility to have a pleasant rest and to get healthy fering wide range of rehabilitation services: Turkish bath, 2 Saunas, 2 steam rooms, at the same time. Our 152 rooms are Specially designed for Your Comfortable and fitness Centre with 132 m2, indoor swimming pool. five meeting rooms, including Memorable stay. In Sputnik hotel You can find Meeting Rooms and Ballrooms where the fairy-tale grand Ballroom that make it efficient for all manner of Corporate Events, we can organize different events from 25 up to 300 guests. Sputnik Hotel Batumi Conferences, Social Events, Anniversaries, Weddings or Banquets. The first giant Ca- offers You the most delicious Georgian Cuisine, flavored with hospitality and high sino in Caucasian countries with the capacity of about 3000 m2 with VIP area of 500 International Standards. We do our Best to make You feel like Home. m2 space. Total Number of Rooms 152

Standard Single Room 35 Total Number of Rooms 180 Standard Double Room 117 Standard Single Room N/A Standard Double Room 146 Schoolroom U Shape Boardroom Cinema Banquet Dimensions Layout Layout Layout Layout Layout Schoolroom U Shape Boardroom Cinema Banquet Dimensions Layout Layout Layout Layout Layout

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№ of delegates № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates L W № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates L W Antika 120 100 340 150 250 17m 20m Ball Room 550 120 800 550 34.01m 24.81m Pirosmani 120 100 270 180 150 27m 9m Meeting Room I 60 35 80 60 12.45m 6.5m Meeting Room 30 30 80 50 30 12m 6m Meeting Room II 130 50 200 130 16.9m 13m Vip Salon 30 30 80 50 30 12m 6m Meeting Room III 20 10 20 7m 6m Small Meeting room 30 30 50 50 30 8m 6m Meeting Room IV 18 15 20 7m 5m

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275 Aghmashenebeli Str. Kobuleti 9 Baratashvili Str. Borjomi +995 322 24 24 00/03 +995 322 221 221 [email protected] [email protected] www.gph.ge www.crowneplaza.com

Crowne Plaza Borjomi Crowne Plaza Borjomi is situated in the heart of borjomi, a picturesque Georgian spa and resort town well known for its artesian natural springs. Located on Baratashvili Street nearby Borjomi Historical Park, hotel is perfectly positioned to welcome both leisure and corporate travellers. Georgia Palace Hotel & SPA The hotel features 101 well-appointed guest rooms and suites with an extensive city ‘’Georgia Palace, Hotel & Spa’’ , located in the small resort town of Kobuleti, on the or greenery view. Complimentary Wi-Fi and a collection of specialty pillows are on Adjarian Black Sea coast, is the first 5 Star Georgian Resort Hotel and is distinguished offer. Club block with 12 rooms offer personalized service and additional privacy for by a unique microclimate which benefits cardiovascular, respiratory and nervous the needs of today’s busy executives. system. Modern guest rooms with many of an unusual and different size, terrace café (sea- 157 elegantly designed and spacious rooms, all with private balconies, open the sonal), two restaurants, lobby bar and Wine bar , Club Lounge and gym are nicely wonderful views of the sea, the surrounding mountains or our beautiful garden. combined with the exclusive Wellness & Spa Centre (2.400 m2) offering leisure facili- “Georgia Palace Hotel” offers the first Indian Ayurveda Health Care Center in Georgia ties like: Swimming Pool, Floating Pool, Saunas and different relaxing areas as well and guarantees you the best Ayurveda Panchakarma treatments with high quality as an array of health treatments to satisfy the most discerning tastes and tailored to herbal products. suit individual needs. Total Number of Rooms 157 Standard Single Room 41 Standard Double Room 103

Total Number of Rooms 101 Schoolroom U Shape Boardroom Cinema Banquet Dimensions Standard Single Room 30 Layout Layout Layout Layout Layout Standard Double Room 23

ROOM NAME Schoolroom U Shape Boardroom Cinema Banquet Dimensions Layout Layout Layout Layout Layout

№ of delegates № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates L W

Gonio 40 35 32 60 13.1m 4.35m ROOM NAME Petra 200 120 108 300 140-180 27m 12m Aieti 30/35 30 26 50 17.3m 10.1m

Board Room 12 10 8 4.75m 7m № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates L W Ponto 30 30 26 50 8.5m 13.5m Ballroom I&II 108 57 68 185 110 16m 11m Roof Garden 30 60 50 80 9.8m 17m Meeting Room I&II 70 42 42 70 50 16m 6m

Georgian Meeting Room 48 42 80 50 18m 8m

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Kakheti, Village Napareuli +995 322 400 400 1 Gorgasali Str. Stepantsminda, Kazbegi [email protected] +995 322 40 00 99 www.lopota.ge [email protected] www.roomshotels.com

Lopota Lake Resort & Spa Rooms Hotel Kazbegi ‘Lopota Lake Resort & Spa’ has an extensive experience hosting all types of event. Nestled in the Caucasian uplands, Rooms Hotel Kazbegi is situated in Stepants- Whether you’re hosting a business meeting, a casual family reunion, a formal wed- minda, the capital of Georgia’s Kazbegi Region. Reminiscent of a classic mountain ding or something else. Discover flexible spaces that adapt perfectly to your meeting retreat, the interiors of Rooms Hotel Kazbegi are studded with natural materials. The goals.High tech facilities and a dedicated events team help ensure that everything spectacular landscape takes centre stage in careful design of Rooms Hotel Kazbegi’s goes smoothly. Tailored to each occasion, these can range from interactive off-site 156 rooms. Hotel’s subterranean wellness area takes on an almost alpine feel while team-building activities through to stimulating local speakers, or the opportunity 30ft heated pool is ideally positioned to take in the stunning views over the sur- for delegates to contribute to projects that benefit the surrounding community and rounding mountainside through the floor-to ceiling windows. Talking advantage of environment. its unique position amid mountains, forests and streams, Rooms Hotel Kazbegi offers The team of experts with it’s round the clock personalized services will meet and ex- a seemingly endless list of outdoor pursuits – from horse riding, to quad biking and ceed your expectations helping you make each occasion of yours a memorable one. mountain biking. ‘Lopota Lake Resort & Spa’ offers spaces with 300 m², specializing in conferences and events. With the flexibility of choosing from 4 meeting rooms, the facilities can accommodate up to 200 guests.

Total Number of Rooms 156 Standard Single Room 76

Total Number of Rooms 108 Standard Double Room 80 Standard Single Room 30 Standard Double Room 33

Schoolroom U Shape Boardroom Cinema Banquet Dimensions Schoolroom U Shape Boardroom Cinema Banquet Dimensions Layout Layout Layout Layout Layout Layout Layout Layout Layout Layout

ROOM ROOM NAME NAME

№ of delegates № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates L W № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates L W Conference Hall #1 60 55 200 90 3.5m 11m Meeting Hall No.1 50 55 60 150 120 3m 12.3m Conference Hall #2 30 36 60 50 3.5m 8m Meeting Hall No.2 18 24 20 46 20 3m 5.6m Conference Hall #3 30 30 50 40 3.5m 8m Meeting Hall No.3 18 24 20 46 20 3m 5.6m Conference Hall #4 30 36 43 40 17.3m 10.1m Meeting Hall No.4 18 24 20 46 20 17.3m 10.1m

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23 Rustaveli Str. Tskaltubo +995 599 09 16 10 [email protected] www.sanatoriumi.ge DMCs & PCOs Tskaltubo Spa Resort Hotel-convention center “Tskaltubo Spa Resort” is located in the center of Tskaltubo, in just 23km from Kutaisi international Airport. Currently, the hotel comprises 141- 4 star standard rooms, More than 16 hectares of recreation area, park, Wood with 1 km long path for driving bicycle or walking. Fountains, SPA service, Restaurant for 350 persons. Bars, Tearoom, Club, Billiard, 25m. Open swimming pool, conference halls & concert hall. Many sightseeings like “Prometheus cave”, “Staphlia” reserve, “Okatse” and “Martvili” canyons are nearby to the hotel. We are in subtropical area, which is perfect place for meetings, incentives, conferences and events all over the year.

Total Number of Rooms 140 Standard Single Room 72 Standard Double Room 72

Schoolroom U Shape Boardroom Cinema Banquet Dimensions Layout Layout Layout Layout Layout

ROOM NAME

№ of delegates № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates № of delegates L W Grand Admiral 350

Admiral 86 44 36 122 90 11.9m 8.8m

Admiral + Vice Admiral 138 72 64 194 140 19.1m 8.8m

Commodore 54 40 36 106 70 11.9m 7.3m Patrona 38 34 36 74 72 11m 7.3m Captain 42 28 28 58 48 8.8m 5.9m

Shipman 18 20 20 27 20 7.3m 3.4m Cadet 18 20 20 27 20 7.3m 3.4m Vice Admiral 52 28 28 72 50 6.9m 8.8m

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BTL – Business Travel Leisure Caucasus Travel BTL is represented in Georgia since 2011. The international experience and team Caucasus Travel Ltd is incoming tour operator specialized in Cultural and Adventurous of local professionals created company image of a trustworthy organization with tours for Groups and Independent Travelers to South Caucasus countries: Georgia, high service standards. BTL Georgia is providing its business travel services to Armenia, and Azerbaijan since 1991. The Company is a first private enterprise in the corporations of various scales and from different industries, organizations incoming tourism business in Georgia. and companies in Georgia. Another expertise of BTL is local and inbound travel- Caucasus Travel Major products: organizing group and individual events in Georgia. • All-Inclusive tours: Cultural, Adventurous (trekking, hiking, mountaineering, BTL team is involved in the process of the development and implementation of horseback, rafting), Crafts, Religious, Photography and filming, Ecological. Wildlife, Georgia’s touristic potential. In 2013 as a result of cooperation of BTL Georgia’s with Scientific expeditions, Youth camps, 4X4 Jeep Safari etc; Russia publishing house, Georgia’s travel guide books was published and distributed • Business Travel Assistance & FIT services: hotel reservation, guide service, car for sales to World’s different markets. rental, technical assistance; Company was honored with business and MICE tourism awards several times; • Management of the Events, Incentive Groups & Conferences 76 Vazha Pshavela B Ave. Tbilisi 22 Peritsvaleba Str.Tbilisi including the Best Business Tourism nomination of the first national travel awards • Cruise Ship services, etc. +995 322 20 75 47 +995 322 98 74 00 Welcome Georgia, in 2015. [email protected] [email protected] Since the beginning of 2016 BTL global team has overall 5 offices: BTL Ukraine, BTL www.btl-company.ge www.caucasustravel.com Georgia, BTL Italy, BTL Azerbaijan, and BTL USA. Company Information: Primary focus areas: Founded 1991 • Meetings Company Information: Primary focus areas: Number of employees: 20 • Incentive Tours Founded 2011 (Georgia Office) • Meetings Language support: • Conferences Number of employees: 25 • Incentive Tours • Georgian • Leisure Tours Language support: • Conferences • English • Different kinds of events • Georgian • Exhibitions • Russian • English • Different kinds of events • Russian

Capital Georgia Travel Colour Tour Georgia CAPITAL GEORGIA TRAVEL is a young dynamically developing tour operator in Colour Tour Georgia, inbound tour operator and DMC in Georgia operates on Georgia, which already more than 5 years has been successfully working at the Georgian travel market since 2010 and during this time gains good reputation as Georgian tourism market as well as more than 3 years in MICE. reliable travel agency for business tourism, MICE services. Customer focused services We provide full range of MICE services: and tailor made solutions for all our partners in MICE tourism is main sign of Colour • Group and individual trips for employees Tour Georgia. Flexible conditions targeted on requirements of our B2B partners, high • Different kinds/formats of the events arranged (festivals, corporate parties, standards of any sort of business travel services makes the company one of the most conferences, master classes, gourmet-wine interactive events, sport interactive attractive B2B partner in Georgia for MICE tourism. Colour Tour Georgia’s dedicated events, etc.) travel team of passionate experts makes business travel some sort of personal trip • Events organization of different levels (VIP and budgetary) for all our partners. • Preparing events from A to Z • Siting of the event and development of a detailed program During last 15 years development of touristic infrastructure of Georgia gives 29 Tabukashvili Str. Tbilisi 27 Kote Apkhazis Str. Tbilisi • Reserving of restaurants of any level, arrangement of drink receptions, business possibility to plan in Georgia any sort of important business travels, like meetings, +995 322 36 32 24/2 36 32 25 +995 32 2920 520 banquets and gala dinners incentive and conferences. Georgia’s attraction as touristic destination is also raising [email protected] [email protected] • Booking and sale of air and railway tickets in last two decades due to its attractive location at the crossroad of Europe and Asia, http://capitaltravel.ge www.colourtourgeorgia.com • Booking of hotels of any category within Georgia and abroad unforgettable nature of Great Caucasus mountains and Balack Sea shore with lovely • Transfer / transport service / car rental and others. city of Batumi.

Company Information: Primary focus areas: Company Information: Primary focus areas: Founded 2012 • Meetings Founded 2010 • Meetings Number of employees: 15 • Incentive Tours Number of employees: 6 • Conferences Language support: • Conferences Language support: • Incentive Tours • Georgian • Leisure Tours • Georgian • Congresses • English • English • Leisure Tours • Russian • Russian • Different kind of events • German • German

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Georgian Events ltd GDM – Georgia Destination Management Georgian Events Limited, a full Service Events management company, PCO and Tourist Company “GDM” (Georgia Destination Management) was established in DMC was founded in 1998, Member of Georgian Hospitality Group and American 2010 and has managed to secure its deserved place in the tourism industry. GDM Chamber of Commerce. team guarantees a sound professional knowledge of our destination, creativity, In Georgian Events, we understand that every event is unique and pride ourselves in dedication and genuine enthusiasm for each and every project we undertake. GDM’s understanding the unique thinking behind each event. Whether your event requires flexible and efficient solutions save time, costs and resources for our partners. The sensitivity, high security, tight budget management, exclusivity or public exposure company constantly undergoes renewal process by strengthening a broad network we can deliver Conference and Event Management from A to Z: logistic services, of reliable partners worldwide. From design to implementation GDM develops each complete set up in and outdoor including tents, tables ,chairs, red carpet, stages, concept and expectation into an unforgettable experience. We are proud of the fact audio equipment, visual effects, technical assistance, catering services, media our customers return year after year in order to benefit from our superior services. exposure, design and printing, incentive tours/team buildings. We set the goal: We focus on all aspects of the management for the public, private, NGO, and • To provide customers with the best possible conditions for travel; 22 Peritsvaleba Str. Tbilisi 33e Chavchavadze Ave. Tbilisi diplomatic sector events, and have a particular expertise in strong and timely • To meet all their demands and make their visit comfortable and unforgettable; +995 32 2999 000 +995 322 24 01 00 communication with our clients. • To meet the criteria of reliability and professionalism of business tourism in the [email protected] Primary focus areas: [email protected] conditions of the business schedule; www.events.ge • Meetings www.gdm.ge • To help customers feel Georgian spirit: peerless nature, cultural heritage, unique Company Information: • Congresses people. Founded 1998 • Conferences Number of employees: 10 • Incentive Tours Company Information: Primary focus areas: Language support: • Corporate Events Founded 2010 • Meetings • Georgian Number of employees: 70 • Private Events • Incentive Tours • English Language support: • Outdoor Events • Conferences • Russian • Georgian • Concerts • Leisure Tours • German • English • Gala Dinners • Exhibitions • Russian • Different kinds of events

Georgian Travel Group Grata DMC Georgian Travel Group is DMC based in Georgia (Tbilisi, with the branch in Batumi) The word ‘grata’ means ‘welcome’, and this friendly and welcoming attitude lies at the and its main target is organizing different kinds of MICE services in Georgia and also core of our company vision and philosophy. Our efficient and experienced team aims Armenia and Azerbaijan. to provide a unique and unforgettable travel experience to all of our customers. We Since the very day of its establishment, the special priority within Georgian Travel work closely with our clients and offer individual solutions based on their real needs. Group has always been given to meeting the needs of the incoming clients of the We are proud of our extensive experience and success founded on the highest levels travel market. GTG plans every tour individually taking into consideration every of customer service and referral. small detail. At the same time, it is able to remain flexible and make any kind of Grata DMC is one of the leading companies on the Georgian MICE market, offering changes in the program in accordance with the desire of the customers. a complete range of services in organizing business events, as well as individual and GTG organizes MICE tours since 2012. During These years. The company organized incentive tours, corporate and private events. about 50 different MICE events. All of them passed successfully. As evidence of Since 2015 Grata DMC exclusively owns franchise for the Caucasus Region for this, serve positive feedbacks from our partners and clients. Our employees’ high 50 Mickiewicz Str. Tbilisi 5/A Dolidze Str. Tbilisi operating teambuildings of international company Catalyst Teambuildings. professionalism and their flexibility in dealing with clients is a strong point of our +995 32 2240 440 +995 322 10 30 02 http://www.catalystteambuilding.ge company. [email protected] [email protected] Since 2016 Grata DMC started operating in Azerbaijan, offering full range of services Now GTG, relying on its long-term experience in the travel business, has succeeded www.cometogeorgia.net www.grata.ge for organizing business events in the Oil Capital of Caucasus. in obtaining the leading positions in such spheres of tourism as leisure and business travel, operating of charter tours, FIT and group incentive and corporate events. Company Information: Primary focus areas: Founded 2013 • Meetings Company Information: Primary focus areas: Number of employees: 9 • Incentive Tours Founded 2011 • Meetings Language support: • Conferences Number of employees: 32 • Conferences • Georgian Language support: • Exhibitions • Incentive Tours • English • Georgian • Different kinds of events • FIT and group leisure pro- • Russian • English grams • German • Russian • VIP services • Arabic • German/Hebrew/Japanese • Different kind of events 44 www.meetgeorgia.ge www.meetgeorgia.ge 45 Meetings & Events Catalogue Meetings & Events Catalogue

Mimino Travel Promethea Voyages Promethea Voyages Ltd was established in Tbilisi in 2010 on the base of representative Mimino Travel Georgia has been organizing MICE Tours since 2012, enriching of French travel company CGTT Voyages. From this French company, Promethea experience every year with attractive and creative ideas. MICE organized by our voyages inherited 10 years of experience, European style of working, qualified and company helps corporations improve sales and relationship with employees, well-trained staff. The team is oriented on quality of service and now is successfully business partners and clients. Creatively designed services, motivate the target working under the name of Promethea voyages. group through the activities chosen by clients. Our main concept is tailoring the Promethea voyages Ltd activity consists of tourism, the main departments are: most appropriate solutions considering the circumstances of our clients. incoming tourism – cultural, incentive and corporate tours, visa services and We offer the widest possible range of venues, ideas and settings to meet the needs organizing of conferences and events, outgoing tourism- reservation of airline of any event. Whether it’s corporate seminars, incentive programs, special interest tickets and hotels. tours, team building activities, outdoor explorations, pre and post incentive, The company has two heads – one French and one Georgian that is definitely the Miminotravel has the expertise to exceed all your expectations. key to success- both of them are working in various spheres with their experience 7 C.Dadiani Str. Tbilisi 4 Besiki Str. Tbilisi and competence. This will allow the company to be well-adjusted to maintain the +995 322 305 604 +995 322 22 14 25 quality with the European values. [email protected] Company Information: Primary focus areas: [email protected] www.miminotravel.com Founded 2012 • Meetings www.promethea-voyages. com Number of employees: 21 • Incentive Tours Company Information: Primary focus areas: Language support: • Conferences Founded 2010 • Meetings • Georgian • Exhibitions Number of employees: 6 • Incentive Tours • English • Different kinds of events Language support: • Conferences • Russian • Leisure Tours • Georgian • Exhibitions • German • English • Different kinds of events • French • Russian • Leisure Tours • Polish • French • Spanish

Premium Events Redix Travel Premium Events Ltd. is a corporate events management & production company “Redix travel” DMC was set up in March 2005 as a member of “Redix Group”, one of with an extensive experience in MICE industry throughout Caucasus region, offering the major holdings in Georgia. full event organisation with a ‘one-stop-shop’ operation, as well as list of services selectively: AV Systems & Visual Communication, Filming, Video Production and During these years, Redix Travel offered its customers efficient, reliable and high- Live Streaming, LED Walls, Lighting, Office Equipment, IT Infrastructure, Secretarial quality services, which were designed and customized for each traveler individually. Support, Meet & Greet, Staging, Banners, Decoration & Furnishing, Catering, Due to the high level of service provided and business network throughout the Logistics, Content Design, etc. providing systems of world leading brands as: Bose®, world, Redix Travel became one of the leading companies in MICE industry in Cisco, Bosch, Shure, Crestron, Avaya, ElementOne, NEC, dZine, Barco, Extron, Locatel, Georgia and throughout the Caucasus region. U-Touch, etc. Premium Events holds a strong partnership with brand hotels, as well as with Being the member of IATA Redix travel handle a wide range of services of any convention centers and expos in Georgia, Armenia and Azerbaijan. Premium difficulty. 85 Abashidze Str. Tbilisi 71 Vazha-Pshavela Ave. Tbilisi Events is partnering with governmental and commercial organisations in arranging +995 322 24 37 24 +995 32 2205 502 different master-classes and business forums. Premium Events is a member of ICCA, [email protected] [email protected] members of British-Georgian Chamber of Commerce and a Member of Georgian www.premiumevents.ge www.redixtravel.com Convention Bureau. Company Information: Primary focus areas: Company Information: Primary focus areas: Founded 2005 • Meetings Founded 2015 (GIS since 2008) • Meetings Number of employees: 10 • Incentive Tours Language support: Number of employees: 8 • Exhibitions • Gala Dinners • Georgian Language support: • Conferences • Conferences • English • Georgian • Different kinds of events • Different kind of events • Russian • English • Congresses • German • Russian • Gala Dinners • German

46 www.meetgeorgia.ge www.meetgeorgia.ge 47 Meetings & Events Catalogue Meetings & Events Catalogue TravelShop The Company is full service Destination Management Company that provides Voyager recreational and business travelers with professional service and travel advice. Our strong knowledge and skills in travel services enable us to provide our clients Voyager is leading tour operator company based in Georgia specialized in inbound with a comprehensive range of services and with high level of expertise in travel and outbound travel directions. Having years of experience in travel industry, highly management. Our objective is to provide our clientele with efficient and high- qualified staff, personalized attitude, knowledge of local as well as the international quality services for all travel related arrangements. The company provides individual travel and MICE market shapes up remarkable service experience for any type of and group travel leisure and corporate clients in both incoming and outgoing traveler. tourism sector. Being General Distributors of leading Airline Company – flydubai on Georgian Services and products provided by our company include: market, gives us flexibility to serve and exceed expectations of numerous travelers • Hotel bookings in Georgia and Worldwide from UAE, GCC markets and many more, and offer various travel destinations • Group and FIT travel arrangement in Georgia and worldwide throughout the world for travel inspired memories. 42a Abashidze Str. Tbilisi • Domestic and international airline tickets We define ourselves as hosts for our travelers, therefore each and every time we +995 322 42 04 20 • National and international railway tickets 10 Taktakishvili Str. Tbilisi strive to create breathtaking travel inspired memories by delivering personalized [email protected] • Any type of transportation service in Georgia +995 322 40 08 08/2 40 09 09 service experience for all types of travelers and the groups. www.travelshop.travel • MICE Travel Services (corporate events, conferences, presentations, etc.) [email protected] • Tours in different regions of Georgia and Worldwide www.voyager.ge Company Information: Primary focus areas: • Travel insurance Founded 2011 • Meetings Number of employees: 23 • Incentive Tours Company Information: Primary focus areas: Language support: • Conferences Founded 2009 • Incentive Tours • Georgian Number of employees: 16 • Exhibitions • Conferences • English Language support: • Different kinds of events • Different kinds of events • Russian • Georgian • Leisure Tours • Leisure Tours • Arabic • English • Russian • German / French

Visit Georgia “Visit Georgia” arranges MICE events of all size throughout Georgia. Whether it is corporate party, team building activities, classical tour program, conference or any other MICE event. We can help you achieve all of your aspirations, on time and on budget. We offer complete event management, from the development of innovative ideas and organization to the final implementation of the program. We provide pre and post event services, making your event complete The Name Inspires Trust and perfect. By listening to our clients objectives, by providing timely, creative, cost- effective proposals, and delivering those objectives with perfect execution, we are able to exceed the expectations of our clients. Our Mission is to create unforgettable events for your clients in Georgia and to turn their trip into exciting lifetime memory experience. 4a Ingorokva Str. Tbilisi We enjoy pleasant cooperation with our repeat international clients and always look +995 322 92 13 88/2 92 22 46/47 to expanding and developing new partnerships. [email protected] www.visitgeorgia.ge Company Information: Primary focus areas: Founded 1997 • Meetings Number of employees: 51 • Incentive Tours Language support: • Conferences • Georgian • Exhibitions • English • Different kinds of events • Russian • Leisure Tours • German • French • Italian / Chinese • Spanish / Japanese / Polish 48 www.meetgeorgia.ge www.meetgeorgia.ge 49 Meetings & Events Catalogue Meetings & Events Catalogue

118 Tsereteli Ave., Tbilisi, 0119 +995 322 34 11 00 www.expogeorgia.ge

ExpoGeorgia is a leading exhibition and convention center in Total space of the fairground is 140,000 sq.m. The site includes the Caucasus region. Being multi-functional business center, 11 halls, with a total indoor exhibition space of 10,000 sq.m, it is a place which hosts international trade fairs, congresses, with the capacity ranging from 300 sq.m. to 1,700 sq.m and conventions and conferences. The venue is located in post- with an open exhibition area more than 10,000 sq.m. industrial district of Tbilisi (the capital of Georgia), which is 10 In October 2005, ExpoGeorgia became full member of The minutes ride from the historical city center. Global Association of the Exhibition Industry – UFI. History of the Convention Center starts in 1958. At that time, Also all halls are situated at the ground level, open-air site can State has built temporary exhibition pavilions and organized be flexibly combined to meet customer’s individualneeds; also industrial exhibition to celebrate 1500 years’ anniversary of venue is available for any kind of special events. Event halls Tbilisi. Large-scale construction works began in 1961 and it have all the characteristics for the successful implementation resulted with a development of 11 pavilions, a green house, of events: location, different shapes and high standard pools and park. During the Soviet Period exhibition center equipment. was a place for permanent exhibition of industrial and agricultural achievements of the Soviet Republic. In 1994-1998 organization was privatized and transformed into a joint stock company.

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Black Sea Arena, located on the Black Sea coastline of Georgia, is a unique and an exceptional venue in terms of its engineering, ar- Black Sea chitecture and design. The Arena encompasses an amphitheater with the capacity for 8,000 spectators. The venue’s design creates an innovative and multifunctional space which is suitable for various types of music and sporting events, theater plays, exhibitions, Arena conferences and other occasions. The venue also houses the following sections:

Food Court VIP Zones Dressing Rooms 4 Mini Cinemas

Herewith, considering the various commercial uses for the venue, it has been adopted to maximize the use of available space, with offering:

Parking Zones Traffic management for guests Sponsoring / media / technical / catering /commercial zones Advertising space Event production zone and office spaces

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Tbilisi Opera & Rustaveli Kote Kutaisi Meliton Ballet Theatre Theatre Marjanishvili Balanchivadze Tbilisi Zakaria Paliashvili Opera and Bal- The building was originally founded in State Opera & let State Theatre is a symbol of centu- 1879 as an “Artists’ Society”. The walls State Drama ries-old unique culture of Georgia. In of the basement of the building were Ballet 2001 was the 150th anniversary of the painted by famous Georgian artists. Rus- Theatre The Opera House was founded in 1969. Theatre. The eastern, Pseudo-Moresque sian theater set designer Serge Sudeikin Kote Marjanishvili State Drama Theatre Kutaisi is renowned for its musical tradi- style building, which is furnished by ar- and others. Unfortu-nately, this part was established in Kutaisi in 1928. It was tions. This is the place where Zakaria Pa- rowed arches, decorative towers, sta- of it was ruined during the Soviet rule. founded by a great director and reform- Batumi Art liashvili was born and where the famous Tbilisi lactite decorations and ornamental pat- In 1921, the building was renamed er of the Georgian theatre arts Kote Mar- Georgian song Suliko was performed for terns, can hold up to 1,200 spectators. Rustaveli Theatre. The building was thor- janishvili. There are three stages within & Music Centre the first time. The aforementioned build- Concert Hall oughly renovated during 2003-2005. the building: the main stage with 436 ing can host up to 418 persons. Batumi Art and Music Centre is located 25 Rustaveli Ave. Tbilisi The big hall has 786 seats, the small 300 seats, the roof with 102 seats and the Tbilisi Concert Hall, is the biggest con- on the seaside, in the historical part of +995 322 00 44 66 and the experimental182. new stage – 136 seats. cert hall in Georgia with a capacity of www.opera.ge 17 St. Nino Str. Kutaisi the city. It was reconstructed in 2011. over 2251 seats. Today, the property is +995 431 24 24 32 The exhibition hall, which is located on 17 Rustaveli Ave. Tbilisi 8 Marjanishvili Str. Tbilisi operated by the International Events www.kutaisiopera.ge the third floor of the building, can be +995 322 72 68 68 +995 322 95 35 82 company. The building was refurbished used as an exhibition space, as well as www.rustavelitheatre.ge www.marjanishvili.ge and equipped with modern sound and for hold- ing various events. The hall is lighting technologies a few years ago equipped with 1100 seats. and now is considered to be one of the Tbilisi Sports biggest and popular venues for events 1 Odissey Dimitriadi Str. Batumi in Tbilisi. Rose Palace +995 422 27 62 40/22 15 06/27 15 06 Tbilisi Sports Palace is an indoor sports www.muscenter.ge 1 Meliqishvili Str. Tbilisi Garden Hall arena situated in the center of Tbilisi. The +995 322 99 05 99 The “Rose Garden” offers a relaxing at- building usually hosts basketball, handball, www.tbilisiconcerthall.com mosphere for leisure activities. The area judo, tennis, boxing and other sports tour- of the garden also incorporates a mul- naments. It was constructed in 1961 and tifunctional “Garden Hall”, with the area renovated in 2007. Today, the building can of 500 square meters, which can accom- host up to 9,000 people over its area of modate up to 300 people. more than 10,000 square meters.

73 Agmashenebeli Ave. (Rose Garden) 1 Twentysix May Sq. Tbilisi +995 322 95 07 50/(591) 19 44 65 +995 322 33 33 11 [email protected] [email protected]

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58 www.meetgeorgia.ge Area: COMMUNICATIONS AND EMERGENCY CONTACTS: 2 Toll-free hotline for tourists: 69,700 km 0 800 800 909 Travel Emergency service number: 112 Information Country code: Georgian mobile operators +995 (Geocell, Magti and Beeline) Area code for Tbilisi: cover almost all of the country’s territory TIME ZONE: GEOGRAPHY: 322 and Wi-Fi zones are widely available. GMT/UTC Located on the coastline of the Black Sea Bordered by: Turkey, Armenia, Azerbaijan and Russia +4 SAFETY: TAP WATER It is safe to walk in the street during any hours is clean and of the day or at night; the Patrol Police service safe to drink. monitors the safety in Georgia 24/7. LANGUAGE: Official language is Georgian; however, English and Russian are also widely spoken POPULATION: TRANSPORTATION FROM THE AIRPORT: (Please note: unless stated otherwise, taxi fares can only be paid in cash, credit cards are not accepted) Georgia: Tbilisi (Capital): abgdevzTikl 3.7 million 1.2 million TBILISI KUTAISI BATUMI INTERNATIONAL INTERNATIONAL INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT AIRPORT AIRPORT Located 20 km from the city. Located 14 km from Kutaisi. Located 8 km f rom t he city center. Rate for the trip to the city Taxis are available near the CURRENCY: center is approximately GEL exit o f the terminal; it t akes Bus No10 has a fixed route National currency in Georgia is Lari (GEL) and current 25 - 35 ( $10-15) and the 20-25 min to get to the city and stops in front of the ter- exchange rate is approximately US $1 ~ 2 GEL. journey takes about 15-20 center and costs around GEL minal. It takes 20 minutes minutes. 20 ($8) for the bus to get to the city center. Travel fee is standard Bus No 37 has a fixed route Shuttles are available to travel and set a t less than GEL 1 and stops in front of the ter- from Kutaisi Airport to Tbilisi, ($0.5). Money can be exchanged WEATHER: the fee for the trip is GEL 20. Average temperature in minal. It takes 20 m inutes at exchange points, as well Card Payments are Taxis are available at the exit Summer ranges from 30 to for the bus to get to the city as banks. Both are widely accepted at most shops and of t he terminal; it t akes 10- 35°C, and in Winter from center. Travel f ee is s tand- available in the cities (note: restaurants in the country 15 minutes to drive to the (Visa/Master Card /American -2°C to 3°C. ard and set at less than GEL exchange rate may vary). 1 ($0.5). Operating hours: city center and the travel Express). Please note: extra cost will be approximately GEL from 6:00 AM until 10:00 PM. For more information charges may apply when 20 ($8). please visit: paying with Bank Cards. ELECTRICITY: EU standard plugs work www.nbg.gov.ge ATM machines are available throughout Georgia. VISA REQUIREMENTS: throughout major towns and Electrical current: Citizens of 9597 countries do not require a visa to enter Georgia.For more information please visit the cities. 220 Volts, 50 Hz. website of the Consular Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Georgia: www.geoconsul. gov.ge E-Visa option is also available, for more information please visit: www.evisa.gov.ge

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