ICCA’s Association Meetings
Close to 150 association planners from 32 countries gathered in Fukuoka, Japan, this past month for the International Congress and Convention (ICCA) Association's Association Meetings Program (AMP).
Nose-to-Nose Meetings Surpass ‘Business As Usual’ in New Zealand
This is the norm for New Zealand business events: a sense of place and authenticity that “entices people to do things beyond the conferences they are here for,” explains Tourism New Zealand’s Director of Trade and Major Events, Rene de Monchy.
Cultural Group Programming Is on the Rise in Macao
Cultural group programming abounds in Macao, the "Las Vegas of the East," which is also home to 20 UNESCO World Heritage sites.
The Festivalization of Events Sparks Singapore Rebranding
Stirring the imagination through transformational experiences has long been the mainspring of Singapore’s approach to meetings, and a recent rebranding explains why.
Meliá Hotels International Grows Asia Pacific Portfolio to 45 Properties
Meliá Hotels International grew its portfolio to a total of 45 hotel properties (existing and upcoming) in the Asia Pacific region.
5 “Jungle Book” Experiences in The Heart of India
The state of Madhya Pradesh—known locally as "The Heart of India" and globally as the setting for “The Jungle Book”—is innovating meetings design by reimagining its heritage.
Coming This Year in Melbourne
Melbourne, Australia continues to attract groups in 2018 with a wide range of new group offerings.
4 New Luxury Properties Attracting Groups to New Zealand
To accommodate smaller groups amping up their luxury meetings, New Zealand’s South Island debuted these four new properties and villas in 2017.
3 Personalization Techniques
Personalizing the attendee experience within a larger group setting is on the agenda for this year's meetings and incentives.
4 Hawaii Corporate Retreats
Organize your corporate retreat in Hawaii at one of these four unique venues that leverage the authentic cultural heritage of the islands for immersive group experiences.
Electrify Attendees With a New Zealand Adventure
Hold on to your hats in New Zealand, where the beauty, mystery and magic amaze at every turn.
Australia Incentives
Australia’s considerable credentials as a modern business events gem only continues to grow.
Banyan Tree Expands in China & Malaysia
Banyan Tree is rapidly expanding its portfolio of about 40 resorts and hotels this year, with eight properties scheduled to debut under the Banyan Tree name in this second half of 2018.
Melbourne Debuts Convention Center Expansion
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) debuted its much-anticipated $152.2 million expansion, increasing its event space by 25 percent.
