IT&CMA and CTW Asia-Pacific September 26, 2017 • Bangkok, Thailand

taking the opportunity to con- sider that for the 2024 meet- ISMRM Annual Meeting ing,” she shared. Crockett who was in HIGHLIGHTS Bangkok for the PCMA Global Professionals Conference Asia TODAY shops for Asian host Pacific in late-August, had also 09.00 to 10.00 taken the chance to “check Lotus Suite 7, Level 22, BCC By Karen Yue that supports an exhibition of expenses. An average room out” the city for its suitabil- ASEAN MICE Forum 1 The International Society about 9,290m2 in size. rate of US$250 is ideal, but we ity as host destination for the NTOs and CVBs - for Magnetic Resonance in “Easy access is another thing certainly look for properties meeting. Collaborator or Competitor? Medicine (ISMRM) has started we will look at,” said Crockett, that are less expensive for our The ISMRM Annual Meet- Join moderator Mike Williams investigating potential desti- who added that ISMRM does residents and students.” ing and Exhibition rotates of Gaining Edge as he leads nations in Asia for its An- not use shuttle buses for its ISMRM has investigated Ja- in a compulsory sequence – his panel of industry leaders nual Meeting and Exhibition meeting delegates, so venues pan, Hong Kong and Malaysia North America, Europe, North in a discussion on South- in 2024, when the event’s and hotels must be within as possible host destinations America and Asia. Its last Asian east Asia’s state of business compulsory rotation takes it to walking distance or conveni- for previous meetings, and edition was held in Singapore events. this part of the world. ently connected by public is “starting to look at South in 2016. Kerry Crockett, ISMRM’s transport. Korea”. 16.10 to 17.10 associate executive director, She said: “The hotel package “We may do a workshop in World Ballroom A&B, told TTG Show Daily that her comes next, and it is something South Korea, so we are also Level 23, BCC team is “now looking at getting we are very careful about. We Keynote Address together an RFP to send out for have a ceiling budget for hotel The Next Wave of Growth the meeting”. room rates because we have “(Our delegates) pay for for the Asia-Pacific MICE To qualify, the destination residents and students in at- their own travel, meeting Industry must satisfy “the basics”. tendance, all the way through registration fees and accom- The Asia-Pacific MICE One of the basics is a senior people in their field, so industry has undergone convention centre that can we need a wide range of qual- modation, so we need to be tremendous transformation accommodate 6,000 attendees ity properties that are afford- sensitive to their expenses.” over the past decades and from all over the world, has able for all. They pay for their is the fastest developing, sufficient breakout rooms for “a own travel, meeting registration Kerry Crockett overtaking North America to tremendous amount of concur- fees and accommodation, so Associate executive director become the second largest rent sessions”, and has a hall we need to be sensitive to their ISMRM market worldwide. As IT&CM Asia marks 25 successful years, join a panel of industry tours; and conduct joint advertising tion chapters a fee for compiling bid experts who will look back { In brief } for magazines, online marketing, documents or a visa facilitation fee. at the success factors and webzine and newsletter distribu- The restructuring will also involve predict what will drive the TTG Travel Trade Publishing is a business group Seoul MICE Alliance grows tion. They will also participate in hiring marketing professionals who next wave of growth for the of TTG Asia Media Seoul MICE Alliance (SMA)’s mem- official events such as SMA member will participate on ICPB’s behalf in region. Editorial bership pool has increased by 38, meetings, business conferences, and all international tradeshows and Karen Yue Group Editor taking its total membership to 260 SMA annual meetings. organise roadshows in India as well 18.30 to 21.30 Xinyi Liang-Pholsena Deputy Editor, members. as engaging an intelligence agency Dusit Thani Bangkok TTG Asia New members include five hotels, ICPB restructures to help shape ICPB’s efforts in at- S Puvaneswary Editor, four PCOs, seven travel agencies, The India Convention Promotion tracting business events to India. Opening Ceremony & Malaysia/Brunei Bureau (ICPB) will complete its Welcome Reception Mimi Hudoyo Editor, Indonesia two transportation provides, two ser- Pamela Chow Reporter, Singapore vice providers, three entertainment restructuring process by the end of CWT appoints new APAC head Still On My Mind Rachel AJ Lee, Yixin Ng Sub Editors companies, two shopping locations, this fiscal year, and with that gain Carlson Wagonlit Travel (CWT) Let the Thailand Convention Redmond Sia, Goh Meng Yong and 15 unique venues. a new capability to bid for interna- has named Bindu Bhatia the new And Exhibition Bureau wine, Creative Designers New members will collaborate tional association events. managing director, Asia-Pacific. dine and entertain you at Caleb Richard Lai Photographer with the Seoul Tourism Organization A division will be created to han- Bhatia now sits in CWT’s Asia-Pacific Lina Tan Editorial Assistant IT&CM Asia and CTW Asia- in bidding, attracting, and host- dle bid document preparation and headquarters in Singapore, and Pacific’s opening ceremony to assist in visa applications. ICPB is oversees 3,000 people across nine Special Projects Division ing international business events; and welcome reception. Paige Lee Pei Qi Assistant Editor, collaborate on PR activities such looking at ways to generate revenue countries. She reports to Kelly Kuhn, Special Projects as overseas media/buyer fam such as by charging local associa- chief customer officer.

CONTRIBUTORS Prudence Lui, Rohit Kaul, Julian Ryall, Rosa Ocampo, Marissa Carruthers,

sales & marketing IMPACT to debut two new exhibitions Michael Chow Group Publisher Ar-lene Lee Senior Business Manager IMPACT Exhibition Manage- SILMO international, a joint along with a strong regional would compete with existing Pierre Quek Publisher, Online Section ment, which manages the venture company between representation of visitors. We tradeshows, Loy said IMPACT’s Ingrid Chung Business Manager massive IMPACT Muang Thong the French Association SILMO will conduct delegate boosting approach to show organiser Cheryl Lim Advertisement Thani convention and exhibition and COMEXPOSIUM Group, to activities for them. In fact, run- Administration Manager customers has always been a Cheryl Tan Corporate Marketing centre in Bangkok, Thailand, launch SILMO Bangkok (June ning alongside both exhibitions collaborative one. Manager will bring two new-to-market 20-22), a spinoff from SILMO will be many related seminars, “These events are new to Kwek Wan Ling Marketing Executive tradeshows into South-east Asia Paris which is a trade event for conferences and workshops the market and do not compete publishing services next year. the optics and eyewear industry. (which will then drive partici- with our existing clients. We Tony Yeo Division Manager In partnership with Messe Loy Joon How, general pants to the main event).” do not compete and prefer to Lynn Lim Web Executive Hannover, IMPACT will launch manager of IMPACT Exhibi- “We are looking at launch- Katherine Leong sit down with our customers to Circulation Executive CEBIT ASEAN Thailand (Octo- tion Management, said: “They ing CEBIT ASEAN Thailand explore how we can collaborate ber 18-20), a regional edition of are positioned as regional as a 15,000m2 show, while the on trade events (we are keen on TTG Asia Media CEBIT which is a major trade- shows, organised to serve the inaugural SILMO Bangkok will launching). All the exhibitions Darren Ng Managing Director 2 Raini Hamdi Senior Editor show and conference in Europe South-east Asian market. We be about 5,000m ,” he added. that IMPACT does, are not done that focuses on digitisation. are expecting a lot of interna- When asked if CEBIT ASEAN entirely ourselves. We do them IMPACT is also partnering tional exhibitors to take part Thailand and SILMO Bangkok with partners.” – Karen Yue Profile

up new propositions to offer our clients. Meet the buyers and David Luyckx, account manager, corporate travel managers Thomas Cook, Belgium We are looking for high stand- ard hotel & conference venue We speak to buyers and corporate travel managers from across the world partners and professional AV to find out why they are motivated to attend IT&CM Asia and the business and entertainment operators goals and objectives they are looking forward to achieve this year for our clients to ensure suc- cessful and memorable confer- ence events. I am looking forward to find Asia is always of big interest Indonesia, as well as compa- David Lim, regional director of out more about new desti- for our clients in the search nies that provide team-build- operations, Trusted Events Asia, nations like Koh Samui and for high quality and prod- ing activities. Singapore Chiang Mai for MICE, and I ucts that are good value for Hiro Itoh, sourcing manager, Expe- am especially interested to money. We are interested to rient, Asia Pacific learn more about beaches, look for high quality accom- treks, golfing and entertain- modation, boutique hotels We are always scouting ment options available along and unusual venues. across Asia for great incen- with adventure activities for Lonni Gulliksen, CEO, Congress tive options for our mid-to- corporates. Consulting Management Group, high end corporate and NGO Denmark Jitesh Khanna, director, Advaita clients. We are looking for Showbiz, India unique experiences that will We are looking for exotic hotel impact lives for the better. I locations for MICE, golf pack- We are looking for cost-effec- would like to look at providers ages, cruise tours and adven- tive DMC vendors in Asia to of accommodation, transpor- ture activities that can make provide our clients with high tation, unique venues, team our offerings to our clients look quality service. We are look- building, and F&B operators. wide and diverse. A mix of fun ing to organise events in new Kristen Douglas, owner, KNECT and learning is always a combi- markets like Vietnam and Events, USA nation which most clients looks Malaysia so these are new for. I am expecting this year’s I am looking for a destina- areas we want to learn more IT&CM Asia to be grander and tion where I can partner to about. As we are having increased even more engaging. create a study tour program Bina Cho, creative manager, Chris requests for the Asian mar- Manish Raj, vice president & for schools, colleges and & Partners, Korea ket we are looking especially business head – corporate travel, VIA.com, India universities here in the Philip- into Thailand, China, Japan, pines and let the students Korea, Vietnam, Laos, India, experience and understand Sri Lanka and Indonesia. We Since ADFIAP holds annual in- that destination’s culture and are keen to establish contacts ternational events twice a year, offerings. In addition, I am with local DMCs, and with I would be most interested in looking forward to meet Japa- hotels and resorts as well. talking to suppliers handling nese operators as we aim to Krzysztof Kolacz, director, MAC- TOUR, Poland the following destinations: Ja- specialise in that destination pan, Belarus, China, Germany, since the trend and demand I will be looking for new India, Indonesia, Malaysia, in my country is high for and surprising destinations, Thailand, Turkey, Vietnam. I am Japan. venues and activities for our interested in companies han- I hope to meet a pool of future incentives in Asia. dling exhibits and land tours in reliable and trusted suppliers Bart De Swaef, managing director, these countries. Delta 3, Belgium to partner with as we have a Sandra Lim, executive of member- strong market for outbound ship services and events manage- ment, Association of Development travel. Financing Institutions in Asia and Jobelle Lim, general manager, I am greatly interested in des- the Pacific (ADFIAP), the Philip- Belle Horizon Travel Ventures, the pines Philippines tinations in South-east Asia. We currently already have a lot of clients for Thailand The International Epilepsy but countries like Vietnam, Congress will be held in Cen- Malaysia and Cambodia are We often source for hotels tara Grand, Bangkok in 2019 relatively newer so I am look- and venues throughout vari- with an attendance of 4,000 ing for possibilities for new ous destinations in Asia and delegates. I am looking forward business incentives, hotels I hope to meet and connect to meeting many suppliers for and tourist boards to work with various people in the this congress and sales teams with there. As a MICE buyer, we are industry. from hotels in Bangkok. I am also looking for op- always researching for new I have special interest in Richard Holmes, international interesting destinations for hotels and venues located in portunities for food trips and director of meetings, International our corporate clients. MICE is Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, dive trips as we are starting League Against Epilepsy, Ireland

2 SEPTEMBER 26, 2017 • TTG SHOW DAILY IT&CMA AND CTW ASIA-PACIFIC The event will provide a great learning that I hope to take I hope to network with the par- opportunity to meet suppli- away with me will be to un- ticipants attending the show so ers and travel managers from derstand the ways to leverage I have the opportunity to learn various parts of the world, and innovative cost saving opportu- and share about the latest to listen to industry experts nities in the travel industry. trends in the travel industry. discuss their challenges and Prabhu Chandrashekaran, head Freddy Loh, sales and operation I hope to be informed about priorities, as well as share the administration & facilities, IMS manager, Chem-Fil Laundry the latest industry updates. latest industry news. The key Health India Services, Malaysia Technology companies which specialise in sourcing and bidding for hotel rates are very popular now, and I look forward to find out more on how they can provide the best rates. Brian Gao, indirect procurement supervisor, Cordis Medical De- vices, China

This show offers the opportu- nity to be introduced to sever- al industry experts in a short amount of time, which allows us to network efficiently. I enjoy the platform the show provides to meet new and old suppliers as well as vendors. I also look forward to the semi- nars that will provide us with beneficial insight. Rahman Habeeb, director, Cosmac Computers, India

This is a one-stop solution for me to meet the suppliers to discuss about our travel requirements, and I am able to learn and share with the stalwarts in the industry. Jani Jermans, consultant of mobility, United Spirits, India

This show is a great platform to network with Industry peers and suppliers to have insights on new develop- ments in the industry, paving the way to improvise overall corporate travel and meeting programmes. Rajesh Gupta, consultant of global LagunaPhuket LagunaPhuketResort travel and meeting services, Eli Lilly and Company, India

SEPTEMBER 26, 2017 • TTG SHOW DAILY IT&CMA AND CTW ASIA-PACIFIC 3 Host city Never-ending fun in Bangkok Pick a fresh bouquet at Pak Khlong Talat, marvel at the restored Wat Arun, or savour gourmet creations of new-gen Thai chefs. Xinyi Liang-Pholsena picks out a few things you should do before leaving Bangkok

From left: Cruise Chao Phraya River over home-style Thai food; Yunnam from Issaya Cooking Studio

vibrant marketplace. Any visitor, no Soothe travel-weary performances and an exhibition on the matter how brief their visit to the city temple’s history. MUST DO is, will surely be tempted to pick up a muscles at Chi, The Spa gorgeous bouquet. No visit to Thailand is complete without a spa treatment, and which other place Live the high life at Cruise Chao Phraya Cook up a storm at to do it than Chi, The Spa at Shangri-La MahaNakhon Hotel, Bangkok? Expect to rejuvenate Bangkok’s newest – and tallest – architec- River over home-style Issaya Cooking Studio your inner chi from the variety of tural icon cuts an arresting figure in the Thai food Learn to cook like homegrown celebrity signature therapies, spanning from Thai city’s CBD with its shimmering pixelated herbal press to hot stones massage, in One of Bangkok’s hottest tables, Supan- chef Ian Kittichai, the name behind façade twisting 77 floors (314m) into treatment suites overlooking the Chao niga Eating Room, is now offering its Issaya Siamese Club and Hyde & Seek, the sky. The mixed-use development Phraya River. The 1,000m2 spa, with delectable cuisine aboard its 40-seat at Issaya Cooking Studio. From mix- will house the five-star Edition Hotel by a design inspired by Tibetan temples, dinner cruise along Chao Phraya River. ology to Issaya recipes to sous-vide Marriott International (opening 2018), is a sanctuary of tranquility with its The six-course programme will feature techniques, participants can expect to Ritz-Carlton Residences, plus a multi-level subdued lighting, understated décor and the restaurant’s popular dishes such as sharpen their repertoire of Thai dishes rooftop bar and observation deck launch- aromatic oils indulging the senses. chi. moo cha muang (stewed pork with local as well as pick up cooking tips in the ing next year. Several high-profile res- [email protected] leaves) and hor mok puu (steamed crab kitchen. Choose from a daily selection taurants like Morimoto, L’Atelier de Joel curry paste in banana leaf), in addition of three classes, or opt for specialised or Robuchon and Dean & Deluca’s Thailand to drinks and cocktails from Vesper’s classes for bigger groups. flagship store have already opened. bartender team plus Taittinger cham- Website: www.issayastudio.com MUST SEE pagne. Shorter cocktail and evening A look at Bangkok’s champagne cruises are also available. Vintage shopping at Ghost Tower Website: www.supannigacruise.com Bangkok’s night markets See Wat Arun in its While MahaNakhon is Bangkok’s latest Buy fresh flowers at Pak While most visitors to Bangkok are glory, not too far off stands The Sathorn already aware of Chatuchak Weekend restored glory Unique, an unfinished luxury condo- Khlong Talat Market, fewer people know about One of Bangkok’s most prominent tem- minium complex whose construction Bangkok’s most famous streetside the booming night markets that have ples, Wat Arun – also known as Temple was halted during the 1997 Asian finan- flower market is a veritable trove of sprouted across the city. The Rod Fai of Dawn – will soon complete its most cial crisis. Today, the 49-storey derelict orchids, roses, marigolds, jasmine and Train Market near Seacon Square Shop- extensive restoration that started over building by the Chao Phraya River is a fa- flowers of any shade and type imagina- ping Mall is among the biggest, offer- three years ago. The completion of vourite haunt for urban explorers (note: ble. This 24-hour market is at its most ing a retro vibe with items like vintage renovations will be commemorated in the compound is off-limits to the public) bustling around midnight, where boats clothing, antique toys and jewellery a 10-day long celebration from Decem- although we advise you to keep your and trucks converge with flowers from for sale, not to mention street food ber 27, 2017 to January 5, 2018. The distance by viewing it from the nearby nearby provinces and florists wander and drinks too. The newer but smaller festivities will include a tribute to King Saphan Taksin BTS station. Otherwise, the narrow alleyways for the freshest Ratchada Market, behind Esplanade Taksin, who ordered the previously there’s The Promise, a new Thai hor- picks. Although the market has since Shopping Mall, is a more centrally mentioned restoration of the temple ror movie inspired by Bangkok’s Ghost moved indoors last year, it is still a located choice. during his reign, along with Thai dance Tower.

From left: Chi, The Spa at Shangri-La Hotel, Bangkok; Wat Arun

4 SEPTEMBER 26, 2017 • TTG SHOW DAILY IT&CMA AND CTW ASIA-PACIFIC BUSINESS EVENTS IN SURPRISING TAIWAN TAIWAN’S (BEST) REWARDS PROGRAM IF YOU HAVE GROUPS, IF YOU HAVE ENJOY: FREQUENT INCENTIVE TRAVEL GROUPS, MICE INDUSTRY GROUP PACKAGE ENJOY MORE REWARDS WITH: MEET TAIWAN BEGINS SOUTHWARD PUSH welcome letter and banner PARTNER PACKAGE Taiwan has established a New Southbound Policy for FOR PLANNERS the country. Taiwan’s MICE Promotion Program calls MEET TAIWAN VIP card for more cooperation on investment, trade, industrial Taiwan Excellence Welcome kits for awarded product development, tourism, culture, and talent exchange group members with 18 countries. The countries are the 10 ASEAN Inspection subsidy members, six South Asian countries, as well as VIP souvenirs Australia and New Zealand. Visa application SENSE Taiwan Tour counselling complimentary pass

tour to experience Taiwan’s companies experienced what in 13 national scenic areas, major PROMOTING TAIWAN abundant beauty and high-quality Taiwan has to offer in MICE. It has mass transportation stations, ACROSS ASIA MICE services. Taking on the transformed how international and other public places. Also, theme “SENSE Taiwan” earlier business travelers think about there are “pork free” and “non- 1. MEET TAIWAN launches roadshows in South-east Asia in June this year, the fam trip MICE in Taiwan, and created a alcoholic” signs seen in night Sponsored by Taiwan’s Bureau invited 14 guests from ASEAN new model for B2B marketing. markets island-wide. of Foreign Trade (BOFT) and countries and India to explore Asia Super Team has since organised by the Taiwan External Taiwan’s creative offerings through received notable recognition from Trade Development Council a themed itinerary. Participants not the Society for Incentive Travel (TAITRA), networking events only gained a full understanding Excellence and Stevie Awards. kicked off earlier in June this year of Taiwan’s MICE environment, including venues, transportation Taiwan's MICE Promotion Program (MEET TAIWAN) across the Philippines, Singapore FOSTERING A Sponsored by the Bureau of Foreign Trade, MOEA and Vietnam. Scheduled to take options and related services MUSLIM-FRIENDLY Organized by Taiwan External Trade Development Council Ad. by Bureau of Foreign Trade, MOEA place later in the year in Malaysia accompanied by other MICE ENVIRONMENT and Indonesia, these roadshows professionals, but also enjoyed aim to foster greater interaction the opportunities for networking, Taiwan hopes to bring in more FOR MORE INFORMATION VISIT and understanding between the matchmaking, and establishing Muslim buyers and visitors from MEETTAIWAN.COM trade partners. friendships. countries such as Indonesia and Malaysia, by sharing information on ABOUT MEET TAIWAN the country’s Halal-certified food, Taiwan’s Bureau of Foreign Trade (BOFT) under the 2. Sensing Taiwan with 3. Corporate challenge: Ministry of Economic Affairs (MOEA) has been sparing familiarisation trips Asia Super Team restaurants, and facilities. no efforts to improve Taiwan's MICE industry since Every year, MEET TAIWAN invites Since 2014, MEET TAIWAN has There are nearly 100 halal 2009. Taiwan's MICE Promotion Program (MEET 20 decision makers of association organised an annual international certified restaurants and hotels in TAIWAN) was launched to steer Taiwan’s MICE industry to shine on the global stage. Taiwan External Trade meetings and incentive travels to corporate competition, Asia Taiwan and Muslim prayer rooms Development Council (TAITRA) was authorized by the attend a customised familiarisation Super Team. Through contests, and related facilities are available BOFT to take charge of the MEET TAIWAN program.

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Clockwise from left: Muay Thai Live: The Legend Lives; Chicken meatballs from Little Beast; TCDC library; House of Sathorn

Check out Thai art and performed in English and Thai, ac- of street food cart vendors and eats. Hit but stay for the picturesque food that companied with English, Chinese and this area with an empty stomach in the tastes as good as they look. Turkish design at TCDC Japanese subtitles. evening, as that’s when the streets come chef Fatih Tutak takes inspiration from Heralded as a great showcase of Thai Website: www.muaythailive.com alive with vendors and diners. T&K his peripatetic background to deliver innovation, Thailand Creative & Design Seafood, Kuay Jab Uan Pochana (rice visually stunning dishes with stories to Center (TCDC) moved to its previous noodle rolls with pork) and Nai Mong tell – for instance, Unami of Anatolia location at Emporium to its current Hoy Tod (oyster omelette) are some pairs feta dashi with tomato in a novel address at the 80-year-old Grand Postal MUST EAT of the all-time favourites in this lively broth form. Listed in Asia’s 50 Best Building on Charoenkrung Road. Spread district. Restaurants 2016, signature restaurant across five floors and 9,000m2, the new Dining Room, a handsome bar and an al TCDC is home to a well-stocked design Savour new-gen Discover Thai alchemy fresco courtyard make up the House of library, exhibition space, co-working Sathorn. space, rooftop garden, among others. Thai cuisine in a glass Website: www.thehouseofsathorn.com Still can’t get enough of Thai art and Armed with experience honed in Think laab moo (spicy minced pork design? Charoenkrung Road, Bang- world-class restaurants overseas and salad), miang kham (betel leaf- kok’s oldest road, is fast turning into a bellies full of passion, a new genera- wrapped snack) or kaeng tai pla Indulge in traditional creative hub with recent cool bars and tion of young Thai chefs are making (fermented fish entrails curry) are Thai sweets in modern galleries like Warehouse 30, Soy Sauce seismic changes to Bangkok’s dining reserved for dining plates only? Bang- Factory and Speedy Grandma. scene with their culinary ventures. kok’s longstanding restaurant-and-bar guises Website: www.tcdc.or.th Earlier entrant Bo.Lan has already Eat Me earlier this year brought its For those with a sweet tooth, do not made its mark in the city, but now newest alcoholic concoctions to a new miss out Thai classics repackaged in Watch Muay Thai Live: there’s Le Du, where Thitid Tassan- level by infusing Thai ingredients like modern interpretations. The newly akajohn focuses on French-influenced roasted chilli, shallots and toasted rice. launched After You Durian, just next The Legend Lives dishes made from seasonal Thai It’s Thai alchemy in a glass, thanks to door to ever-popular sister café After Tony Jaa fans can head over to The ingredients while Rangsima Bunyasa- talented mixologist Buntanes Direkrit- You at Siam Paragon, features the king Stage at Asiatique The Riverfront, ranand roars with her playful French- tikul. of fruits in signature treats like durian where the nightly 90-minute live stage American interpretations of comfort sticky rice honey toast and kakigori show (except Mondays) presents jaw- food and drinks at Little Beast. Tuck into a meal at topped with durian cream and sauce. dropping Thai martial arts moves in five House of Sathorn Otherwise, get a scoop of Thai tea exhilarating acts. The production is the Graze on street food soft-serve ice cream from the coun- brainchild of Ekachai Uekrongtham, the Come for the century-old colonial house try’s most iconic tea brand ChaTraMue acclaimed director of Beautiful Boxer at Yaowarat (whose low-rise, yellow-and-green (available at Terminal 21 and Don and Singapore musical play Chang & Bangkok’s Chinatown, otherwise façade stands in stark contrast to the Mueang Airport). Eng – The Musical. The production is known as Yaowarat, is an epicentre adjacent glass-and-steel W Bangkok), Website: www.afteryoudessertcafe.com

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Breed size: 390mm x 270mm Trim size: 380mm x 260mm Text size: 356mm x 236mm Features Unique heritage venues in Asia There are some event venues that can’t be replicated, and heritage sites are prime examples, with their unique history and timeless charm. TTG Show Daily reporters pick out a few such places across Asia

MACAU MALAYSIA by Prudence Lui by S Puvaneswary and Karen Yue

Albergue 1601 Fort Cornwallis, Penang What makes it special Opened six What makes it special With a rich years ago, the restaurant is located history spanning more than two in the Macau Holy House of Mercy, a centuries, the building was in the 18th privately-owned complex with three century commissioned by Sir Captain blocks built respectively in the first, Francis Light from the British East India second, and fourth decade of the past Company to defend Penang from Kedah century. Showcasing traditional Macau pirates and military forces. Today, Fort architecture, the complex is today con- Cornwallis is the largest standing fort in sidered a cultural icon in the territory. Malaysia.

How to use it The two-storey outlet How to use it The site is great for features four different zones, each with heritage/colonial themed dinners and capacity for 12 people. The exterior din- cocktail events. Located near the sea, ing area can take 30 people, but there’s Fort Cornwallis offers a beautiful event also patio adjacent to the restaurant can backdrop complete with gentle sea be rented from the private owner. breeze. A short walk away, there is an Albergue 1601 offers one-stop service outdoor stage, also available for book- to facilitate the booking, from venue ing. To leave a lasting impression on application, entertainment and onsite guests, organisers can also mount the catering for 200-300 people. It normally company’s name and logo on a boat. takes around a month to get approval, Fort Cornwallis can hold 139 tables in but this depends on whether there are banquet seating. any other events like art exhibitions Website: www.pceb.my going on. Email: [email protected] Candi Prambanan Temple, Central Java, Indonesia Website: www.scmm.mo/frontend/ content/index.php?id=16&hl=en Level 2@Wisma Yeap Chor Ee, Penang www.facebook.com/ALBERGUE1601/ What makes it special Standing HONG KONG ing, projector and screen and basic majestically at the intersection of China by Prudence Lui audio equipment. Clube Militar De Macau Street Ghaut and Weld Quay, Wisma The Back Courtyard and the Hidea- What makes it special Located in Yeap Chor Ee is a magnificent exam- Hullett House way seating area could also be booked downtown Macau, this 19th century ple of Penang’s colonial architecture. for outdoor events, with capacity for What makes it special The property is patrimonial heritage building was origi- The pristine white colonial giant was 40 to 80 people and 20 people respec- housed within a building dating back to nally a private club for military officers. built in 1922, playing an integral part tively. 1881, which at one point served as the Clube Militar De Macau now houses a in Penang’s past as a thriving port-city. Food catering from the retro-styled Marine Police Headquarters. Today, the restaurant serving authentic Portuguese The building used to house mercantile café House 41 can be arranged upon hotel in the heart of Hong Kong stands food and wines, bars and a ballroom. offices that traded at the harbour. additional charge. as an example of magnificent colonial Its restaurant has been open to the pub- The Heritage of Mei Ho House mu- architecture, celebrating East-meets- lic since the 1990s, and is highly rated How to use it Sandwiched between seum showcases housing development West heritage in its revitalised spaces on TripAdvisor. the Penang Science Cluster on Level 1 in the 1950s and 1970s. Local groups including a hotel, seven restaurants and and the Penang Accelerator for Creative, may apply for private tours. bars, and a souvenir store. How to use it Clube Militar can host Analytics and Technology on Level 3, Website: www.yha.orh.hk/mhh special functions at four different the second floor of Wisma Yeap Chor Ee Email: [email protected] How to use it All seven F&B outlets venues, namely the Stanley Ho Room, boasts a collection of events spaces to- could be used for a range of events. Bridge Room and two bars. Other talling 929m2. This makes the venue one Culinary choices including all-day din- INDONESIA suitable events include receptions and of the largest heritage colonial spaces in ing, Chinese cuisine and western fine cocktail parties for up to 160 people, or Penang dedicated to business events. It dining. Each has a different size to suit by Mimi Hudoyo lunch/gala dinners with fine Portuguese features two large events rooms, each versatile needs. For instance, The Par- food and wines for groups of 12 to 120 with capacity for 300 people in theatre 2 Candi Prambanan Temple, lour offers 283m of space for up to 20 guests. seating, and an open-layout room that 2 Central Java people (cocktail style) while the 35m Website under renovation can accommodate 30 tables in banquet. Stables Grill offers 24 seats (banquet What makes it special A ninth- Email: [email protected]; Website: www.pceb.my style). Event planners may also opt for century Hindu temple compound, this Tel: (853) 2871 4009 Email: [email protected] the 200m2 The Garden and the 315m2 UNESCO World Heritage Site is the 50 Pigeons Courtyard for larger events largest in Indonesia and one of the big- with over 200 people. gest in South-east Asia. The temple has Website: www.hulletthouse.com been a major tourist attraction since the Email: [email protected] 1960s, not only for its majestic architec- ture but also the Ramayana Epic dance YHA Mei Ho House Youth Hostel, drama, performed during full moons at Kowloon the open-air stage with the temple as its What makes it special Revitalised backdrop. The performance now takes from Mei Ho House, the only surviving place three times a week. Mark I H-shaped resettlement block built in 1954, the hostel provides 129 How to use it There are three open rooms renovated from the original spaces on the temple grounds that are units, a retro-styled café and heritage available for hire. They are good for museum to introduce the district’s events like dinner parties for 300 to unique culture. 1,000 people. On performance days, groups can start with cocktail or early How to use it The hostel features dinner before moving to the amphithea- various facilities for public rental as tre for the dance drama, which runs well as a function room suitable for from 19.30 till 21.30. conferences, meetings or events for 60 Website: www.borobudurpark.com people. All prices include air condition- Email: [email protected] Albergue 1601, Macau

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From left: National Gallery Singapore; Samcheonggak, Seoul

Majestic Theatre, Penang Daigoji Temple, Kyoto National Gallery Singapore the Ilhwa Hall Front Yard, which can What makes it special Built in 1929 What makes it special Dating back What makes it special The National accommodate a standing reception for by philanthropist Khoo Sian Ewe, the to 874, Daigoji Temple is today a Gallery Singapore is a new visual arts 300 people. Majestic Theatre was the first cinema UNESCO World Heritage Site that institution housed in two beautifully Website: www.samcheonggak.or.kr in Penang to screen Chinese talkies, offers visitors the chance to experi- restored national monuments — the Email: [email protected] or motion pictures with synchronised ence the spirit and beauty of ancient former Supreme Court and City Hall — sounds. As modern entertainment Kyoto. The vast, mountain-top temple and offers unique event spaces which Mugyewon, Seoul took over, the Majestic Theatre lost its complex incorporates breathtaking blend history with modernity. What makes it special Mugyewon shine and was abandoned in 1980 until architecture, traditional gardens and is a beautiful wood-and-stone hanok Singapore-based Ministry of Design Buddhist art. The temple houses up to How to use it The auditorium, which built in 1910 and had served as a restored it and gave it a new lease on 69,420 items that have been desig- seats 208 delegates, is its largest space restaurant from 1953 and as a yojeong, life as a multipurpose events space. The nated Japanese National Treasures and comes with a state-of-the-art audio- an upscale club for society’s elite, in black-and-white exterior is conserved and a further 6,521 Important Cultural visual system. the 70s and 80s. It is a place of great while the interior bears tribute to the Properties. Another venue worth highlighting historical significance, having hosted building’s cinematic heritage. is the Supreme Court Terrace, which many important national events. How to use it The Daigoji museum serves as an ideal setting for cosier Today, it serves as a high-quality How to use it The Majestic Theatre hall and the Reihokan can accommo- gatherings of up to 130 people. Situ- educational and cultural space and is is now a versatile space perfect for date around 1,000 people for standing ated under a skylight roof, the terrace operated by the Jongno Foundation for events such as meetings, seminars and receptions. Daigoji also has ample space sits around the iconic Rotunda dome Arts & Culture. networking parties. The main space to host dinners of up to 750 people, al- of the former Law Library, allowing The building used to be located in on the ground floor has a stage area though as this is a place of prayer, some guests a glimpse into the old Supreme Ikseong-dong, Jongno District, but was and can accommodate 400 people in a restrictions on usage apply. Court. moved to Buam-dong in 2014 and part banquet setting or 600 people in theatre- Event attendees using the facility Various F&B establishments, such of it was renovated. style seminar. Upstairs, The Circle is can also stroll through the manicured as Yàn, Aura and National Kitchen by ideal for pre-dinner cocktail events for gardens, admire the ponds and visit a Violet Oon, sitting within the National How to use it Mugyewon’s main build- 100 standing guests. The venue comes five-storey pagoda constructed in 951. Gallery Singapore are also attractive ing can accommodate standing gather- with a VIP box and holding room, a Cherry-blossom season, in April, unique venue alternatives. These offer ings of 60 people or 40 seated, while green room, a backstage area, among would be a particularly impressive guests a spectacular view of Singa- rooms Sarangchae and Haengrangchae other spaces. time to stage an event in the sprawling pore’s skyline. – both on the first floor – can take 60 Website: www.lokethyekee.com grounds of the temple, although the Website: www.nationalgallery.sg and 50 standing guests respectively. Email: [email protected] autumn foliage of russet, red and gold is Email: [email protected] The courtyard and backyard are good also impressive. for standing receptions of 100 and 200 Website: www.daigoji.or.jp/index_e.html people respectively. JAPAN Email: [email protected] SOUTH KOREA Website: www.jfac.or.kr by Julian Ryall by Karen Yue Email: [email protected]

Ishikawa Prefectural Noh Theatre, SINGAPORE Samcheonggak, Seoul TAIWAN Kanazawa City by Paige Lee Pei Qi What makes it special While not the What makes it special The Ishikawa most ancient of all heritage venues in by Prudence Lui Prefectural Noh Theatre in Kanazawa, Capitol Theatre South Korea, Samcheonggak – con- regarded as the place where “Noh What makes it special This historic structed in 1972 – holds a special place The British Consulate at Takow, chants fall from heaven”, is used icon in North Bridge Road was first built in the country’s history as it was built Kaohsiung City every month for performances of this as a theatre in the 1930s and reopened to host the North-South Red Cross What makes it special In 1865, this uniquely Japanese form of drama. in 2015 as part of a major heritage rede- Conference that year. The venue sym- building became the first official British Performances involving gods, ghosts velopment project. The Capitol Theatre bolises the unification of three poles: Consulate in Taiwan, with the British and superstitions handed down is now hailed for marrying luxury and North and South; Tradition and Moder- Consular Residence at Takow designed in through centuries take place on the old-world glamour, while also integrat- nity; and Korea and the World. Today, Baroque style. The panoramic sunset sea traditional stage – simple, elegant and ing state-of-the-art facilities. Samcheonggak is a public cultural view makes it one of Taiwan’s popular traditional. space offering a wide range of cultural scenic attractions. How to use it The 900-seat Capitol education and experience programmes How to use it The bare-wood Noh stage Theatre boasts an advanced rotational using the four seasons as its backdrop. How to use it The British Consulate’s can be covered in carpet and has previ- floor system for different configura- Rose House can be booked for after- ously been used for forums involving a tions suitable for various event types. How to use it Event planners will noon tea parties or gala dinners. Indoor number of speakers. The stage – with The foyer, with its dome-shaped ceiling appreciate the collection of six hanok spaces Afternoon Tea Lounge and Sea decorated wood panelling and a pillar and sculptures of winged horses, also (traditional Korean houses) and two View Veranda can accommodate about beneath a traditional up-curving roof – provides a perfect space for pre-event outdoor areas that can be used for a 48 people; while the Consular garden injects a certain majesty to speeches and cocktails. Event planners will appreciate variety of functions, from banquets can accommodate up to 400 people. presentations. There is fixed seating for that spaces are equipped with modern and performances to seminars and Guided tours are also available. 400 people in the theatre. lighting, staging and soundproofing business meetings. Website: www.hot-ishikawa.jp/kanko/ systems. The largest indoor space is the Website: britishconsulate.khcc.gov.tw/ english/20053.html Website: www.capitolsingapore.com Ilhwa Hall, which can seat 70 to 150 eng Email: [email protected] Email: [email protected] people. The largest outdoor venue is Email: ervice.khcc.gov.tw

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A Business Group of TTG Asia Media Destination: Australia Beyond the bricks and mortar Some of Australia’s convention centres have completed their constructions and expansions, with more in the thick of refurbishments. Rebecca Elliott reports on how revitalisation has helped and what the future holds Ijansempoi/shutterstock over 66,800 delegates to the state over Talking numbers the coming years. Most recently, the bureau announced it had secured the Lions Clubs International Convention 2024 (LCIC24), forecast to be A$393 million largest conference ever won for Victoria, The tracked expenditure, equivalent with 13,000 delegates expected to attend to US$314 million, from Chinese busi- the event at the Melbourne Convention ness events in Australia in the year and Exhibition Centre (MCEC). MCEC’s ending March 2017, according to the expansion is well underway and due for International Visitor Survey completion in mid-2018. “MCEC will essentially act as one big clubhouse, with LCIC24 taking over our The number of entire 70,000m2 of event space,” said 60,000people who can Peter King, chief executive of MCEC. be accommodated in the public event “Despite increased competition both space, part of the A$3 billion (US$2.4 nationally and internationally, and an billion) Queens Wharf Brisbane operating construction site, the venue has project which is scheduled to open in International Convention Centre Sydney (pictured) opened in December 2016 maintained a full events calendar and 2022 business as usual approach to achieve a t’s been just over nine months since From an incentives perspective, Lewis- high customer satisfaction rating of 85 the highly anticipated opening of Smith reported an increase in business per cent and a A$3.1 million increase in The number of incen- the A$1.5 billion (US$1.19 billion) from India, with the number of trips revenue,” added King. 3,000 tive delegates from International Convention Centre doubling in the past 24 months. Over in South Australia, The Adelaide Perfect China who descended on Sydney (ICC Sydney). “We are seeing significant growth Convention Centre (ACC) also recently Adelaide at the end of June this year I“Targets have both been met and from the Indian market in terms of both completed its A$397 million, two-stage exceeded in what has been overwhelm- number of events and number of event redevelopment, which boosted its space ingly positive for the first official period participants. So far, we have welcomed 10 by 20,000m2 over three buildings. of operation,” said chief executive Geoff events, three with over 1,000 delegates,” “New facilities are creating their own Viewpoints Donaghy. “ICC Sydney has delivered 350 said Lewis-Smith, attributing the increase interest and momentum. We’re now events and welcomed over 750,000 visi- to Sydney’s appeal and improved air forecasting not only increased levels of Which geographical markets will shine tors through its doors.” access. events, but also increased size of events for your company in 2018? Following a three-year hiatus while Down south in Melbourne, Japan is due to our new capabilities,” said ACC’s under construction, the venue now has emerging as a growth market for incen- chief executive Alec Gilbert. “Looking We’re continuing to focus a number of high profile events under tives according to CEO of the Melbourne ahead, we have 30 events on the books on China, with major in- its belt including the Amway China Convention Bureau (MCB), Karen with 1,000 delegates or more.” centive business from Leadership Seminar, Australian Tourism Bolinger. Bolinger said that Victoria has Meanwhile, the Cairns Convention this market booked Exchange and TEDxSydney, all held in seen a 20 per cent increase, year ending Centre in Queensland is set to undergo a for next year. In May 2018, 1H2017. March 2017, in visitation from Japan. A$176 million overhaul, and is expected 2 Infinitus China will CEO of Business Events Sydney, Lyn “The increased air capacity between to deliver an additional 3,000m of exhi- bring 8,000 delegates Lewis-Smith, concedes that while the Japan and Melbourne is driving a boom bition space, a plenary hall and meeting over three weeks in six past three years have been challenging, in visitation. We are seeing it expand rooms. waves – the largest business event we’ve “the future for business events in Sydney into the business events sector, provid- Its general manager Ross Steele said: ever hosted on the Gold Coast. Momentum is strong”. ing more business opportunities for the “The centre’s expansion allows it to is building with this market and we’re very As of now, the organisation has se- state.” grow in line with the aspirations of the confident in our offering to host successful cured over 155 events that will see over The 2016/17 financial year saw MCB city. The project will act as a catalyst for events for major incentives out of this region. 156,000 delegates visit Sydney and New secure 194 international and national further investment in the region and will We’re also experiencing increased interest out of South Korea and expect growth in this South Wales over the next seven years, business events for Victoria, with a also support the new hotels, aquarium, market in 2018. and other business events infrastructure which is anticipated to contribute an esti- forecasted economic impact of more than Anna Case, director, Gold Coast mated A$533 million to the economy. A$321 million, and is expected to bring already under development.” Business Events On the shelves

ICC Ferry The Star Sydney Delegates can tick an item off their bucket Three new Studios – 70s Glam, Cyberpunk list while on the way to a conference thanks and Dark Romance – have been unveiled at to Captain Cook Cruises’ new Sydney The Star Sydney in a bid to offer guests an Harbour ferry service. The service links the experiential hotel stay. International Convention Centre to the city’s Part penthouse, part suite, the 70s Glam central ferry hub, Circular Quay, and the in- and Cyberpunk Studios have been designed ner city suburb of Barangaroo. for groups of up to 25 guests (but only two Operating daily from early morning into can sleep in the room overnight). As its name the evening every 30 minutes, two-, three- suggests, 70s Glam features neon lights, a and five-day delegate eTravelPasses are disco ball and karaoke lounge, while Cyber- available via a smartphone app, with prices punk is a high-tech headquarter with the latest ranging from A$25 (US$20) to A$85. in gaming and virtual reality, complete with a dedicated Tech Butler. China Southern Airlines From above: MACq 01’s lounge; ICC Ferry China-Cairns service MACq 01 Cairns will receive its first direct connection Situated on the working docks of Hobart’s Mantra Hotel at Sydney Airport from China when China Southern Airlines Old Wharf is Tasmania’s latest opening, a Sydney Airport has gained a third onsite begins its thrice-weekly flights from Guang- storytelling hotel. hotel following the opening of Mantra Hotel zhou on an Airbus A330-200 aircraft this The property offers 114 rooms and suites, at Sydney Airport in July. December. each inspired by a Tasmanian character The new build, eight-storey property fea- Established under the Queensland whose story is conveyed through the design tures 136 rooms – many with runway views Government’s A$33.5 million (US$25.7 – think unique illustration on every door and – a 24-hour reception, and restaurant. The million) Advance Queensland: Connecting artefacts relating to that character inside. hotel is located less than a kilometre from with Asia initiative, this will be the first direct Facilities on-site include a gym on the the two domestic terminals and 600 metres year-round service from mainland China to third floor, a lounge complete with a fireplace, to the Airport Link Train Service for travel to Cairns. It ill deliver a total of 33,852 seats. The Story Bar and the Old Wharf Restaurant. the international terminal.

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The Intelligence Centre for Business Events in Chiang Mai Chiang in Events Business for Centre Intelligence The Chiang MICE Chiang

Asia-Pacifi c’s Only Doublebill Event An Anniversary Special Make Your Mark On Our Anniversary Photo Wall 25 to 28 September 2017 Opposite the IT&CMA and CTW Asia-Pacific Registration Counters PEN YOUR PROFESSIONAL AND PERSONAL MILESTONES On 2 futuristic light up displays that will recollect the history and evolution of IT&CMA and CTW Asia-Paci c since their respective birth 25 and 20 years ago. This is your time to let the words  ow and share your stories with other in uencers and decision-makers from MICE, Associations, and Corporate Travel industries. Visit Every Booth For These Anniversary Treats 26 to 28 September 2017 | IT&CMA and CTW Asia-Pacific Exhibition Hall

THAILAND, B1 CONNECT WITH THAILAND THROUGH THESE SENSORY EXPERIENCES • DIY your personal Thai Handicraft Painting • View Thailand like never before in 360 panorama with the latest VR360 series • Taste famous Coconut Crispy Rolls and unique Thai Cookies made from 100% natural ingredients

BUYERS LOUNGE EXCLUSIVE Make your very own adorable Bamboo Mini Purse, Pop Up Post Cards, and Elephant Smartphone Holders!

CULTURAL GIFTS MADE SPECIALLY WITH TRADITIONAL TEXTILES FUKUOKA, Japan, B4 While at the booth, learn more about this leading Japan MICE destination with strength in Innovation, Creative, Food and Medical industries.

MEET Fukuoka Convention & Visitors Bureau, Japan Izumi Shimada, Director, Marketing, Sales & Business Development [email protected] | [email protected]

EXPERIENCE UNIQUE GYEONGGI CULTURAL ACTIVITIES SUWON CITY, South Korea, B6 Also discover incentive tour programmes of Suwon City and the brand new Suwon Convention Center to open in 2019!

Suwon City, South Korea MEET Jinny Hyojin Lee, Senior Program O cer [email protected]

SAVOUR THE WARMTH OF INDONESIA THROUGH COFFEE INDONESIA, B9 CHIANG MAI & LANNA, Thailand, A3 Delicious bean varieties from Aceh, Java, Toraja, Sumatra, and Luwak! UNCOVER NORTHERN THAILAND’S Wake up your senses, bring home a traditional souvenir too, and explore 7 TRADITIONAL HOSPITALITY Wonderful Indonesia destinations – Bali, Bandung, Jakarta, Makassar, Medan, • Cultural performances of Lanna region Surabaya and Yogyakarta – for your next MICE event. • DIY handicrafts you can take home

Chiang MICE Ministry of Tourism, Republic of Indonesia The Intelligence Centre for Business Events in Chiang Mai MEET Chiang Mai and Lanna, Thailand Dusep Mulya, Deputy Director of Promotion for MEET Pairach Piboonrungroj/ Thiranun Khamhom, South East Asia Directors [email protected] [email protected]/ [email protected]

SAPPORO, Japan, B5 TAKE A TOTALLY INSTRAGRAMABLE SELFIE PERTH, Western Australia, C6 BE THE LUCKY WINNER AT WITH THE WORLD’S HAPPIEST ANIMAL SAPPORO’S GRAND DRAW Grab the perfect sel e with the Quokka (plushie), native to Enjoy a delightful glimpse of picturesque the beautiful Rottnest Island, and famous for posing with Sapporo and take part in a game of chance their happy, friendly faces. on 27 Sep, between 1530 – 1600. Perth Convention Bureau, Australia MEET Sapporo Convention Bureau, Japan Tracey Cinavas-Prosser, Executive Director Stakeholder Relations MEET Ayako Kurosawa, Incentive Coordinator [email protected] [email protected]

PHILIPPINES, A2 IT’S DEFINITELY MORE FUN IN THE PHILIPPINES Feel like you’re already on your way to the country’s 7,641 alluring islands with the latest immersive augmented-reality, motion-tracked experience at the Chromaless photo booth and try out the “Wall Alive” interactive green wall. Tourism Promotions Board, Philippines MEET Raquel A. Tria, O cer-in-Charge, Events Marketing and Services Division, MICE Department [email protected]

TAIWAN, C2 ALL DAY BLESSINGS FROM TAIPEI1, GLOVE PUPPETRY2, HIGH FIVE TAIWAN3 & MORE • Taiwan Happy Hour4: Xiao Long Bao 27 Sep | 1200 – 1300 By Ding Tai Fung & Pearl Milk Tea By CoCo • DIY Fan Drawing and Table Mat4 27 & 28 Sep | 1000 – 1200, 1300 – 1700 (Till 1500 On 28 Sep)

Taiwan Convention & Exhibition Association, Taiwan MEET Paul Wang, Secretary-General [email protected]

Courtesy of 1Department of Information and Tourism, Taipei City Government, 2Economic Development Bureau, Kaohsiung City Government, 3Meet Taiwan, and 4Taiwan Tourism Bureau

MACAO, A1 HAVE YOUR 2018 FORTUNES READ, A GREAT TIME PREDICTED During the networking cocktail session for buyers on 27 Sep, 1500 – 1630. These additional treats are also available anytime during the exhibition: • Grab an instant souvenir at the interactive photo booth • Bring home iconic Macanese gifts Macao Trade and Investment Promotion Institute (IPIM), Macao MEET Irene Va Kuan Lau, Executive Director [email protected]

OTHER CVBS AND NTOS AT IT&CMA YOU DON’T WANT TO MISS Dubai Business Events, C4 | India Tourism, C3 | Korea Tourism Organisation, B8 | Malaysia Convention & Exhibition Bureau, C1 | Osaka Convention and Tourism Bureau, B3 | Pattaya MICE City, B10

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ITCMA & CTW 2017 - Show Preview.indd 13 15/9/17 1:34 pm The 25th IT&CMA and 20th CTW Asia-Pacifi c

Legend ● IT&CMA / CTW Asia-Paci c Exhibitor ● IT&CMA Buyer (Association) ● IT&CMA Buyer (MICE and Luxury Travel) ● Media ● CTW Asia-Paci c Corporate Travel Manager Event Highlights ● CTW Asia-Paci c Conference Delegate ● Speaker ● Trade Visitor Correct as at 15 September 2017

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Sept 1130 – 2000hrs | Nikanti Golf Club Sept IT&CMA and CTW Asia-Pacific 2017 Friendly Golf Game Registered Delegates 0900 - 1800hrs | Exhibition Hall, Level 22 Exhibition ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● 1230 - 1730hrs Pre-Show City Tours ● ● ● ● IT&CMA Business Appointments ● ●

0900 - 1230hrs | Lotus Suites 1 & 2, Level 22 IMEX - MPI - MCI - IT&CMA 26 ASEAN MICE Lotus Suite 7, Level 22 Forum ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Future Leaders Forum Sept Invited Delegates

0900 – 1000hrs ● NTOs and CVBs – Collaborator Media Briefings or Competitor? (Part 1) 0930 - 1030hrs | Lotus Suite 11, Level 22 1000 - 1030hrs | Outside Lotus Suite 7 Thailand Convention & Exhibition Bureau Networking Coffee Break 1030 – 1130hrs 1030 - 1100hrs | Lotus Suite 12, Level 22 NTOs and CVBs – Collaborator Penang Convention & Exhibition Bureau or Competitor? Case Studies (Part 2) 1130 - 1200hrs | Lotus Suite 12, Level 22 See page 16 for synopsis & speaker details Tourism Promotions Board Philippines

0900 – 1730hrs | Lotus Suites 1 & 2, Level 22 1400 - 1430hrs | Lotus Suite 12, Level 22 IMEX - MPI - MCI - IT&CMA Future Leaders Forum Bay Hotels & Resorts Invited Delegates

1500 - 1530hrs | Lotus Suite 12, Level 22 1400 – 1500hrs | Lotus Suite 12, Level 22 Taiwan Official Press Conference ● • TTG Asia Media 1545 - 1615hrs | Lotus Suite 12, Level 22 • Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau Thai Airways International • Thai Airways International Public Company Limited

1630 - 1700hrs | Lotus Suite 12, Level 22 1500 – 1530hrs | World Ballroom A&B, Level 23 Macao Trade and Investment Promotion Institute Briefing for Exhibitors, Buyers and Corporate Travel Managers ● ● ● ● 1230 – 1345hrs Hosted Luncheons ● ● By Invitation Only 1530 - 1600hrs | Lotus Suite 11, Level 22 Meet-Your-Peers Session ●

Chiang MICE 1530 – 1600hrs | Pre-Function Area Outside World Ballroom, Level 23 The Intelligence Centre for Business Events in Chiang Mai Networking Coffee Break ● ● ● ● ● ● Dubai Business Events Chiang Mai and Lanna Perth, Western Australia Lotus Suite 3, Level 22 Lotus Suite 7, Level 22 Lotus Suite 4, Level 22

1600 – 1610hrs | World Ballroom A&B, Level 23 Opening & Welcome Remarks ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Darren Ng, Managing Director of TTG Asia Media Dream Cruises & Star Cruises Seoul Tourism Organization 1610 – 1710hrs | World Ballroom A&B, Level 23 Lotus Suite 13, Level 22 World Ballroom A, Level 23 Keynote Address ● ● ● ● ● ● ● The Next Wave of Growth for the Asia-Pacific MICE Industry 1500 - 1630hrs | Booth A1, Exhibition Hall, Level 22 See page 16 for synopsis & speaker details Networking Cocktail by Macao Trade and Investment Promotion Institute ● ● 1830 - 2130hrs | Dusit Thani Bangkok Invited Delegates Opening Ceremony & Welcome Reception – Still On My Mind ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Association Day 1 Hosted by Thailand Convention & Forums Exhibition Bureau Lotus Suite 5, Level 22 Unforgettable moments captured, told in a thousand stories, and cherished by the 0930 - 1030hrs | Navigating the Changing Landscape for Thai MICE industry, led by TCEB. Let us Association Meetings and Events welcome you to a party of your memorable Hosted by IAPCO moments in Thailand where your memories will literally ll-up the night. No matter how old, post pictures of your 1100 - 1200hrs | Fostering Greater Regional Association business events or trip in Thailand on Facebook, Twitter, or Instagram with Collaboration #ThailandStillOnMyMind and you will be eligible to win special gifts. See page 16 for synopsis & speaker details

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1415 - 1435hrs | Taiwan 1440 - 1500hrs | Macao Trade and Investment Promotion Institute 1505 - 1525hrs | Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau Business Appointment Sessions ● ● 1230 – 1345hrs | Networking Lunch Area, Exhibition Hall, Level 22 NEW 16th Sticky Awards Lunch & Travel Marketing FORMAT 1530 - 1630hrs | Exhibition Hall, Level 22 Excellence 2017 ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Campfire Knowledge The annual Sticky Awards applauds the ingenuity and innovative e orts of Presentation Area, Exhibition Hall, Level 22 IT&CMA and CTW Asia-Paci c delegates who have delighted their peers with ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Sessions unforgettable exciting exhibits, booths, functions, promotions, individual 1555 - 1615hrs personalities and green e orts at the year’s event. Find out who will be our Making The Most Out Of Your Participation At newest 2017 winners! Trade Shows In Collaboration with Gaining Edge Forums ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Association Day 2 Lotus Suite 5, Level 22 1620 - 1640hrs Creating A Strong Foundation For A High Performance 0930 - 1030hrs | Leveraging Digital Technologies in your Bureau Audience Engagement In Collaboration with Gaining Edge Hosted by IAPCO 1100 - 1200hrs | The Way To Winning An Association’s Heart 1640 - 1700hrs See page 16 for synopsis & speaker details Designing Your Incentive Travel Programme In Collaboration with SITE Destination Presentations ● ● ● ● ● See page 17 for synopsis & speaker details Presentation Area, Exhibition Hall, Level 22 1415 - 1435hrs | India Tourism CTW Asia- CTW Asia-Pacific Knowledge Hub, Exhibition Hall, Pacific Level 22 1440 - 1500hrs | Perth, Western Australia Conference Sessions ● ● ● Business Appointment Sessions ● ● 0900 – 1000hrs 1530 - 1630hrs | Exhibition Hall, Level 22 The State of the Market: Asia- Campfire Knowledge Pacific Corporate Travel Outlook Presentation Area, Exhibition Hall, Level 22 Sessions ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● 1030 – 1130hrs The Future For Payment and 1505 - 1525hrs Expenses Making The Business Case For Incentive Travel (Part 1) In Collaboration with SITE 1130 – 1230hrs 1530 - 1550hrs Mitigating Risks from the Sharing Economy Making The Business Case For Incentive Travel (Part 2) 1350 – 1450hrs In Collaboration with SITE Redefining Business Travel Through Disruptive Technologies 1550 - 1610hrs ● ● ● NEW Nurturing and Growing Your Future Local Hosts Tech Showcase In Collaboration with Gaining Edge 1530 - 1630hrs See page 17 for synopsis & speaker details Tech Trends Defining Business Travel Presented by FCM Travel Solutions CTW Asia- 0900 – 1100hrs | Exhibition Hall, Level 22 See page 17 for synopsis & speaker details Pacific CTW Asia-Pacific Business Appointments ● ● 1000 - 1030hrs, 1450 - 1520hrs | CTW Asia-Pacific Pavilion, Exhibition Hall, Level 22 Coffee Break ● ● ● 1100 - 1130hrs, 1500 - 1530hrs | CTW Asia-Pacific Pavilion, Exhibition Hall, Level 22 Coffee Break ● ● ● 1230 - 1345hrs | World Ballroom C, Level 23 Hosted Luncheon by Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park ● For CTW Asia-Paci c Corporate Travel Managers

1530 – 1730hrs | CTW Asia-Pacific Pavilion, Exhibition Hall, Level 22 Conference Sessions ● ● ● ● ● Business Appointments CTW Asia-Pacific Knowledge Hub, Exhibition Hall, Level 22 1130 – 1230hrs | Smart and Flexible Travel Management 28 Policies Sep 0900 – 1700hrs | Exhibition Hall, Level 22 1400 – 1500hrs | The Growth of Bleisure - Should Travel Exhibition ● ● ● ● ● ● ● ● Managers Be Concerned? IT&CMA Business Appointments ● ● 1530 – 1630hrs | Negotiating Your Preferred Supplier Policy 1630 – 1730hrs | Impact of Millennials on Business Travels Media Briefings ● Lotus Suite 12, Level 22 See page 18 for synopsis & speaker details

0930 – 1000hrs | Perth, Western Australia 29 Sep - Post-Show City Tours ● ● ● ● 1015 - 1045hrs | FCM Travel Solutions 7 Oct

Chiang Mai Trang Philippines 1145 - 1215hrs | Dream Cruises & Star Cruises

IT&CMA and CTW Asia-Pacific Media Feedback Session 1400 – 1500hrs | Lotus Suite 12, Level 22 ●

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Education Highlights KEYNOTE ADDRESS | 26 SEPTEMBER | 1610 - 1710hrs | World Ballroom A&B, Level 23

The Next Wave of Growth for the Asia-Pacific MICE Industry The Asia-Paci c MICE industry has undergone tremendous transformation over the past decades and is the fastest developing, overtaking North America to become the second largest market worldwide. As we mark 25 successful years, join our panel of veteran industry experts as we look back at the success factors and predict what will drive the next wave of growth for the region. Moderator: James Latham, The Iceberg on behalf of the Joint Meetings Industry Council (JMIC) Panellists: Chiruit Isarangkun Na Ayuthaya, President, Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau | Jason Yeh, President, ICCA Asia Pacific and Taiwan Convention and Exhibition Association (Association President and Destination Marketing) | Koichi Gono, Chief Executive, Economy, Tourism & Culture Bureau of Fukuoka City Government

ASEAN MICE FORUM | 26 SEPTEMBER | Lotus Suite 7, Level 22

0900 - 1000hrs | ASEAN MICE Forum 1 | NTOs and CVBs – Collaborator or Competitor? (Part 1) 1030 - 1130hrs | ASEAN MICE Forum 2 | NTOs and CVBs – Collaborator or Competitor? Case Studies (Part 2) What is the state of the MICE industry in the region? What are the key di erences that distinguished each, are there overlapping roles which may cause friction and how can we overcome them? How can we stimulate greater collaboration between the di erent practitioners and boost the growth of MICE events in the region? How can we identify common goals and complementary roles to deliver a seamless market approach? Moderator: Mike Williams, Senior Consultant, Gaining Edge Panellists: Ashwin Gunasekeran, CEO, Penang Convention & Exhibition Bureau

ASSOCIATION DAY FORUM | 27 - 28 SEPTEMBER | Lotus Suite 5, Level 22

27 September | 0930 - 1030hrs | Association Day Forum 1 | Navigating the Changing Landscape for Association Meetings and Events (Hosted by IAPCO) As the industry undergoes evolution from organisational restructuring and downsizing, budget cuts and increasing diversi ed needs, association event planners now face new considerations and priorities in destination selection. How are hoteliers, CVBs and PCOs adjusting to the new demands in meeting space and design requirements and how are they catering to the needs of both younger and older planners who have diff ering preferences. Moderator: Oscar Cerezales, Chief Operating O cer, MCI Group Asia Pacific Panellists: Richard Holmes, International Director of Meetings, International League Against Epilepsy | Jia Xiao Fang, President, China International Health and Medical Tourism Association and Vice President, Global Health Travel Council | Allroy Augustine, Head Administration, Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce and Industry, India

27 September | 1100 - 1200hrs | Association Day Forum 2 | Fostering Greater Regional Association Collaboration The increasing economic ties among ASEAN, China and the EU have opened doors of opportunity for greater collaboration, integrated activities and information-sharing by associations worldwide. These stronger partnerships also lead the development of a more vibrant and independent association landscape in the Asia-Paci c region. How can international associations bene t from fostering closer ties with counterparts from the Asia Paci c? What bene ts can associations in the region o er to their international partners? Moderator: Noor Ahmad Hamid, Regional Director, Asia-Pacifi c,International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA) Panellists: Alicia Yao, Director, China Social Organization, International Department | Edathil Vijayan, President, Society of Biotechnologists India | Qiao Yu, Deputy-Secretary General, China Electronic Chamber of Commerce

28 September | 0930 - 1030hrs | Association Day Forum 3 | Leveraging Digital Technologies in Your Audience Engagement (Hosted by IAPCO) How are associations utilising social media, digital apps and other new forms of technologies like event tech, to build a closer relationship with the audience and create sustainable communities? What are the success stories of those who have used these solutions to develop hybrid, multidisciplinary approaches that o er increased bene ts and privileges to their target audience? Moderator: Oscar Cerezales, Chief Operating O cer, MCI Group Asia Pacific Panellists: Christina Gitsaki, Secretary-General, International Association of Applied Linguistics, UAE | Is Gilada, President, AIDS Society of India | Prashant Agarwal, Treasurer, Indian Society of Transfusion Medicine

28 September | 1100 - 1200hrs | Association Day Forum 4 | The Way To Winning An Association’s Heart The session will discuss what a trade association looks for in a destination and a destination CVB, and what a CVB needs to do to win its way into the heart of the association. Moderator: Karen Yue, Group Editor, TTG Travel Trade Publishing Panellists: Iain Bitran, Executive Director, The International Society for Professional Innovation Management (ISPIM) | Koichi Gono, Chief Executive, Economy, Tourism & Culture Bureau of Fukuoka City Government

Adriana Alicia Yao Ashwin Bertrand Saillet Carlo Bezoari Chiruit Isarangkun David Chia Edathil Vijayan Frederic Saunier Hugo Slimbrouck Nainggolan Gunasekeran Na Ayuthaya

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ITCMA & CTW 2017 - Show Preview.indd 16 15/9/17 1:35 pm CAMPFIRE KNOWLEDGE SESSIONS | 27 - 28 SEPTEMBER | Presentation Area, Exhibition Hall, Level 22 27 September | 1555 - 1615hrs | Campfire Knowledge Session 1 | Making the Most Out of Your Participation at Trade Shows (In Collaboration with Gaining Edge) A trade show is an opportunity to generate new leads from a targeted audience, nurture existing client relationships and introduce your new products and services. Developing business potential from trade shows is a medium to long term strategy. It is not a three to four day e ort, but often a year-long e ort. Presenter: Mike Williams, Senior Consultant, Gaining Edge 27 September | 1620 - 1640hrs | Campfire Knowledge Session 2 | Creating A Strong Foundation For A High Performance Bureau (In Collaboration with Gaining Edge) Many cities and countries are moving toward establishing convention bureaus because increasingly governments are understanding that hosting conventions is important to economic transformation. What steps can be taken to engage the interest and support of governments and other stakeholders towards the MICE industry? Presenter: Mike Williams, Senior Consultant, Gaining Edge 27 September | 1640 - 1700hrs | Campfire Knowledge Session 3 | Designing Your Incentive Travel Programme (In Collaboration with SITE) Incentive travel works—but only if you’re doing it right. You’ll learn about the importance of designing your incentive programme to engage every one of your participants. For successful events, the majority of the heavy lifting isn’t done while just onsite. It’s done ahead of time. Attend this session to make sure your trip gets the most engagement possible. Presenter: Hugo Slimbrouck, Past President and Director Of Business Development, EMEA region, Society For Incentive Travel Excellence (SITE) 28 September | 1505 - 1525hrs | Campfire Knowledge Session 4 | Making The Business Case For Incentive Travel (Part 1) 1530 - 1550hrs | Campfire Knowledge Session 5 | Making The Business Case For Incentive Travel (Part 2) (In Collaboration with SITE) In an age where digitalisation in the working is evolving, the bene ts of incentive travel seem obvious to incentive travel specialists. But do companies understand the power of incentive travel? This session will equip participants with the “whys” of incentive travel and what power it has to attract, develop and retain sta at all levels. Why incentive travel works as vehicle for loyalty and engagement, and how it can be used as a tool to foster behaviour change. Presenter: Hugo Slimbrouck, Past President and Director Of Business Development, EMEA region, Society For Incentive Travel Excellence (SITE) 28 September | 1550 - 1610hrs | Campfire Knowledge Session 6 | Nurturing and Growing Your Future Local Hosts (In Collaboration with Gaining Edge) What are the best practices and how can bureaus embark on association development programmes that strengthen their host communities – national associations and academic institutions – and make them better resourced to host international conferences. Presenter: Mike Williams, Senior Consultant, Gaining Edge CTW ASIA-PACIFIC SESSIONS | 27 - 28 SEPTEMBER | CTW Asia-Pacific Knowledge Hub, Exhibition Hall, Level 22 27 September | 0900 - 1000hrs | CTW Asia-Pacific Session 1 | The State of the Market: Asia-Pacific Corporate Travel Outlook Results from our Asia-Pacifi c Survey – What are the trends most impacting travel management as the year unfolds, and do they infl uence the priorities of corporate travel managers in 2017 and beyond? Moderator and Presenter: David Chia, Regional Business Development Director, Solutions Group, Asia Pacifi c,Carlson Wagonlit Travel Panellists: Kishore Rames, Travel Manager Asia Pacifi c,National Oilwell Varco | Peter Koh, Asia Strategic Sourcing Manager, Travel & Professional Services, Corning Inc. | Li Lei, Founder, Youli Consulting 27 September | 1030 - 1130hrs | CTW Asia-Pacific Session 2 | The Future for Payment and Expenses The automation of payment and expenses has helped many companies achieve greater savings and process e ciencies. What new tools or innovation are we likely to see in the year ahead? Have the increased use of mobile tools made payments more seamless in transactions and reporting? How can travellers’ preferences be aligned with corporate requirements? Moderator: Stella Chew, Director, Partner Sales, Asia, Fraedom Panellists: Kenji Mirassou, Director of Global Sales, APAC, Egencia | Summer Ye, Global Travel Manager, General Procurement, Lenovo 27 September | 1130 - 1230hrs | CTW Asia-Pacific Session 3 | Mitigating Risks from the Sharing Economy Many companies still do not have a clear policy around alternative accommodation and transport services for business travel. How are decision makers weighing the risks and advantages of sharing economy services against traditional providers with higher security and reputation standards? Do sharing economy services bring value to your travel programme? Moderator: Adriana Nainggolan, Travel Program Manager, APAC, Autodesk Panellists: Jani Jermans, Travel Manager, United Spirits Ltd. | Li Lei, Founder, Youli Consulting 27 September | 1350 - 1450hrs | CTW Asia-Pacific Session 4 | Redefining Business Travel Through Disruptive Technologies With greater mobility, social media, increasing use of big data, new online payment platforms and traveller tracking going digital, how are decision makers leveraging new technologies and rede ning the way they plan their business travel? How much has technology reduced their transaction and operational costs? What are the pitfalls or challenges of managing the fast-speed, ‘on-the-go’ travel needs of the workforce? Moderator: Manish Raj, Honorary Board Member, The Infrastructure, Facility, Human Resource & Reality Association (INFHRA) Panellists: Carlo Bezoari, Director of Sales, Southeast Asia, FCM Travel Solutions | Oscar Cerezales, Chief Operating O cer, MCI Group Asia Pacific 27 September | 1530 - 1630hrs | CTW Asia-Pacific Tech Showcase | Tech Trends Defining Business Travel (Presented by FCM Travel Solutions) What will the future of tech travel look like? How can technology bridge the gap between the travel manager and business traveller? The speaker will show how you can create an end-to-end experience using the latest technology tools to maximise cost optimisation, while enabling compliance and duty of care. A demo of the chat bot, Sam, will also be showcased. Presenter: Bertrand Saillet, General Manager, Asia, FCM Travel Solutions

Jani Jermans Jia Xiao Fang Karen Yue Kenji Mirassou Kishore Rames Koichi Gono Li Lei Manish Raj Michael Valkevich Noor Ahamad Hamid

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28 September | 1130 - 1230hrs | CTW Asia-Pacific Session 5 | Smart and Flexible Travel Management Policies The days of a single travel policy are coming to an end as organisations gain better insight of their traveller segments. What key considerations do companies have for setting corporate travel policies? How can they better assess the di erent traveller segments? How do they balance control and  exibility while ensuring compliance? Moderator: Shiva Ponnuchamy, Director and Head B2C Southeast Asia Operations, VIA.com Panellists: Michael Valkevich, Vice President Global Sales and Program Management, Asia Pacifi c,Carlson Wagonlit Travel

28 September | 1400 - 1500hrs | CTW Asia-Pacific Session 6 | The Growth of Bleisure - Should Travel Managers Be Concerned? As Bleisure becomes more prevalent, travel managers face even greater di culty in discerning the blurred lines between business and leisure activities. How is this trend impacting issues surrounding duty of care, traveller tracking and insurance? What must be done to prevent negative impact on business travel budgets and result in out-of-policy travel arrangements? Moderator: Hugo Slimbrouck, Past President and Director of Business Development, EMEA region, Society For Incentive Travel Excellence (SITE) Panellists: Sandra Francis, India Travel Manager, Amazon Development Center India | David Chia, Regional Business Development Director, Solutions Group, Asia Pacifi c, Carlson Wagonlit Travel

28 September | 1530 - 1630hrs | CTW Asia-Pacific Session 7 | Negotiating Your Preferred Supplier Policy An essential piece of a well-run travel programme is the negotiated discounts and/or bene ts put into place with travel suppliers which can lead to increased business travel savings. What considerations should bear in mind when setting objectives for purchase negotiations, and how do you ensure you get the most out of preferential rates and contractual obligations with chosen suppliers? Moderator: Pulak Bhaumik, Associate Director – Supply Chain Management & Procurement, CBRE South Asia Pvt Ltd

28 September | 1630 - 1730hrs | CTW Asia-Pacific Session 8 | Impact of Millennials on Business Travels By 2020, millennials are expected to account for half of business travel spend globally. How are organisations adjusting their corporate travel programmes to accommodate their younger employees? How di erent is the approach to Millennial travellers when compared to their more senior travellers? How do you strike a balance between their needs and expectations? Moderator: Karen Yue, Group Editor, TTG Travel Trade Publishing Panellists: Frederic Saunier, Head of Corporate IT APAC, Amadeus Asia | Stella Chew, Director, Partner Sales, Asia, Fraedom | Leon Verghese, Assistant Vice President, Global Travel Safety Program, Bank of America Merrill Lynch

Oscar Cerezales Peter Koh Pulak Bhaumik Richard Holmes Sandra Francis Shiva Ponnuchamy Stella Chew

A Diverse Selection of Networking Engagements at New Enhanced Industry Component at 16th Sticky IT&CMA and CTW Asia-Pacific 2017 Awards to Showcase Travel Marketing Excellence

Feeding o last year’s increase in sponsored engagement sessions, new The annual Sticky Awards rewards the ingenuity and innovative e orts and returning destinations and corporate suppliers have recognised the of IT&CMA and CTW Asia-Paci c delegates who have delighted their advantages of leveraging on targeted activities to entice buyers and media peers with unforgettable exhibits, booth displays, functions, promotions, in more ways than one. Captive sessions such as destination presentations, personalities, and green e orts at the 2017 edition. collaborative education sessions, hosted luncheons and cocktails, plus pre- This year’s Sticky Awards anniversary edition and post-show FAM trips and corporate retreats have become anticipated will explore a new format with an inspiring events at this year’s IT&CMA and CTW Asia-Paci c. case study presentation to showcase standout marketing initiatives launched by tourism Exclusive luncheons aimed at di erent scopes of MICE and corporate travel organisations around the world. The case- buyers by Dubai Business Events, Chiang Mai and Lanna, Perth, Western studies were hand-picked from CVBs and Australia, Seoul Tourism Organization, and Dream Cruises & Star Cruises. NTOs who submitted their digital marketing Macao Trade and Investment Promotion Institute (IPIM) will also host a mid- campaigns that ran in the past 12 months. afternoon networking cocktail at their pavillion for invited buyers. The awards luncheon will also incorporate a Thailand will sponsor the pre-show Bangkok tour to Sampran Riverside live voting element. The following coveted and two post-show tours to Trang and Chiang Mai. Philippines continues list of awards will also be announced at the with a week-long post-show FAM covering Manila, Cebu, and Boracay. 16th Sticky Awards Luncheon.

CTW Asia-Paci c delegates can look forward to Platinum Sponsor FCM • Stickiest Function Travel Solutions’ dedicated Tech Showcase as part of the pumped • Stickiest Marketing & Promotion • Stickiest Buyer up education line-up this year. Panellists from Silver Sponsor Carlson • Stickiest Corporate Travel Manager Wagonlit Travel amongst others will impart their expert knowledge at the • Stickiest Guru conference. • Stickiest Corporate Booth (Gold, Silver, Bronze) Bangkok Marriott Marquis Queen’s Park (Silver Sponsor) will host a pre- • Stickiest National Pavilion show 3D2N work-and-play retreat for the CTW Advisory Board and select (Gold, Silver, Bronze) Corporate Travel Managers (CTMs) to refresh before CTW Asia-Paci c. They • Stickiest Social Sharing will also sponsor a luncheon for all CTMs during the show. Information on ‘How to Vote’ and ‘How to Qualify’ is included as an insert in your

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ITCMA & CTW 2017 - Show Preview.indd 18 15/9/17 1:35 pm Destination: Cambodia A new dawn for business events Upcoming convention and event facilities could mark a turning point for Cambodia’s business events sector, which is seeing growing interest from regional and domestic markets. Marissa Carruthers reports karinkamon/shutterstock ambodia’s business events Viewpoints sector is looking set to rebound in 2018 with major developments soon to hit the Which geographical markets will shine market. for your company in 2018 and why? CPierre-Andre Romano, general man- ager of EXO Cambodia, said: “MICE The domestic market business was (slightly) better this year is expanding as the than the last, but still not at the level of economy grows and more international 2014-15. companies open in “A positive point is the increase in Cambodia. Interest requests for 4Q and next year; 2018 will from Vietnam and Sin- be a good year for MICE in Cambodia, gapore seem to be growing. (which) is becoming more competitive We expect ASEAN interest to continue with many inbound travel agencies (en- growing with easier access, more high-end tering the business).” products and more told about Cambodia as He attributes the slowdown in tradi- a business events destination. tional Western markets earlier this year Seng Volak, founder of Palm Travel to political events of 2016 and 2017, such Stone gate of Angkor Thom in Cambodia as elections, Brexit and terrorist attacks. Asia-Pacific and Nordic countries will shine in However, signs of recovery have been from the recovering markets of Italy and ings and MICE events after our (official) seen in the last few months. 2018. As a new rising Spain. opening.” star of the region, Europeans have increased their aver- But it is the regional market that is And by the end of the year, Naga- age stay from four to six days, compared Cambodia appeals to booming, with Romano seeing bright World’s expansion in Phnom Penh is the international mar- with three to four. The longhaul MICE spots in Vietnam, Hong Kong, China and slated for completion, doubling hotel ket. Everyone wants to market is dominated by Europe, with India. “These tend to (book) more last capacity and adding a ballroom boasting come and see Angkor Wat France and the UK topping the table. minute but with big groups.” seating capacity of over 2,000 pax in once in their lifetime, but we also have beau- EXO is further reporting an increase in Next year is expected to be a big one theatre style. tiful beaches and other attractions, which will requests from Southern Europe, such as for Cambodia’s burgeoning business Improvement to infrastructure, includ- influence more business visitors who want to events sector. A series of international ho- ing road upgrades linking the country’s extend their stay. Sinan Thourn, CEO of B2B Cambodia tel chains are slated to open their doors major hubs, increased air connectiv- Talking numbers from this year, with two major event ity (both domestic and international), spaces soon to come online. efforts being ploughed into human The number of people In October, homegrown brand Sokha resources, as well as new products, have the country’s next major MICE hub, and Sokha Siem Reap Re- Hotel & Resorts will unveil its latest helped plant Cambodia on the regional All Nippon Airways’ Phnom Penh-Tokyo 2,000 properties in the form of Sokha Siem services. sort and Convention Center’s 2,190m2 MICE map. Reap Resort and Convention Center and “Additional air connections offer “Cambodia is a great playground for Grand Ballroom can accommodate, Sokha Palace Siem Reap. Touted the greater access from many international MICE,” said Romano. “It (offers) a nice making it the largest in the city city’s largest event space, the conven- destinations,” said Charles-Henri Chevet, mix of culture and nature, authenticity tion centre comprises a 2,190m2 Grand general manager at Sofitel Phnom Penh and good infrastructure... and reasonable The number of Ballroom, 1,150m2 of pre-function space, Phokeethra, observing continued growth prices. DMCs, agents and clients can be 36,236 rooms across the eight meeting break-out rooms and VIP in business events business especially at creative, and there is always a way to country’s 647 licensed hotels rooms with private restrooms and storage the brand’s Siem Reap location. make it happen.” facilities. In July, Emirates launched daily However, further efforts to clean up Marketing manager, Bunnich Samrith, flights from the capital to Dubai, which the capital, more options for activities said: “In 2017, we are seeing Phnom is expected to boost longhaul appetite. and entertainment and improved expo- 1.2 million Penh and Siem Reap MICE markets Other connections include AirAsia’s sure through more effective promotion The number of visitors to Angkor Wat increase by 10 per cent. We are anticipat- flight connecting Kuala Lumpur and is necessary to help the destination truly Archaeological Park in 1H2017 ing double-digit growth in room book- Sihanoukville, which is being pitched as shine, added Chevet. On the shelves

Uy Kuyteav NagaWorld 2 connecting NagaWorld to the new property The Lounge and offers duty-free shopping. Cambodian master chef Luu Meng has Slated to open in 4Q2017, the NagaWorld The Lounge is Kep’s latest sunset and late expanded his Uy Kuyteav restaurants to the expansion project in Phnom Penh will see evening cocktail bar, located at Knai Bang upmarket BKK1 area of the capital. Located the hotel and casino resort’s capacity double, Lumiere Hotel Chatt’s The Sailing Club. It is a modern in a stunning colonial villa, the stylish eatery alongside the addition of new facilities. These Having opened in the capital in March, open space that combines the rich architec- boasts indoor eating areas, as well as shel- include F&B outlets, an international food Lumiere Hotel is geared towards the increas- tural history of the region with a minimal- tered gardens. The venue can cater for up court, luxury spa and meeting and event ing number of business travellers to Phnom ist approach. Boasting views of Bokor to 200 guests, serving breakfast, lunch and facilities. The capital’s first underground Penh. The 88-room property offers a variety Mountain and Phu Quoc, it offers signature dinner, as well as refreshments throughout shopping mall, NagaCity Walk, was recently of business facilities, event space and meet- cocktails, high-end spirits and fine wines, the day. unveiled as an underground retail walkway ing rooms, a gym and the city’s first rooftop as well as a selection of share plates that Jacuzzi. F&B options include the Bean Scene incorporate local ingredients with modern Café, which serves coffee, pastries and des- European tastes. It is available for private serts. The rooftop Illuma Tapas & Lounge hire. offers tapas and cocktails, with an indoor and outdoor area overlooking the city. Sunset Restaurant Sunset Restaurant recently opened at Dara Rosewood Phnom Penh Independence Beach Resort and Spa in Slated to open towards the end of 2017, Sihanoukville. Situated on the shoreline, it Rosewood Phnom Penh sits in the growing takes full advantage of the views and sea Central Business District, taking up the top breezes, with folding picture windows to let 14 floors of the capital’s tallest building, the in the cooling air. The canopied roof terrace 39-storey Vattanac Capital Tower. The hotel looks across the ocean, and a swimming has 175 rooms and suites, five bistros and pool is set to open soon among the nearby restaurants, a sky bar with stunning views, rocks. The menu ranges from light snacks and a spa, gym and swimming pool. Rose- to re-energising meals, taking in the fresh wood Hotels and Resorts hopes to extend its catches of the day available at the market. From left: Nagaworld Cambodia; The Lounge, Kep Cambodian offerings to Siem Reap in 2019. Set and à la carte options are also available.

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