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EDITOR’S LETTER: Show us the value
If a 2014 global research from American Express Meetings and Events prediction were to hold true, the Asia Pacific region…

Bureau Briefs
Bureaus turn to double bill trade show THAILAND – Thailand Convention & Exhibition Bureau (TCEB), Tourism New Zealand, Fukuoka Convention…

NEWS
Brand USA reaches out at ITB Regional – As Asian outbound tourism continues to grow, the last quarter of 2013…

ASSOCIATIONS: Leading the future of MICE
With the publication of two industry textbooks under way, the Thailand Incentive and Convention Association are hopeful these educational materials…

ASSOCIATIONS: SACEOS’ route to the talent reservoir
Two membership categories launched this October aim to retain talent in the MICE industry and provide professional recognition for future…

EDUCATION: High expectations & Greek philosophy
Latest digital technology can turn events into immersive, powerful live experiences with the proper resourcing and an appetite for risk.…

Q&A: Strength in numbers
Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau president, Nopparat Maythaveekulchai, speaks of the country’s MICE triumphs and a 2014 further strengthened by…

Q&A: In the great outdoors
Sarawak’s portfolio of eco-tourism and culture-centric activity options makes it ideal as an incentive travel destination, but a glaring misconception…

COVER STORY: In the pink
Japan winning the bid to host the 2020 Olympics is an encouragement to its government and relevant stakeholders, as the…

THAILAND: Marching forward
Sporadic political conflicts have become commonplace in Thailand, but MICE business continues to flourish as the country grows into a…

THAILAND: Looking beyond Bangkok
Event planners may be well aware that Bangkok has a wide selection of quality event venues, but MICE offerings in…

MICENET EVENT: Bangkok shines light on lack of ethical MICE practices
Thailand-based DMCs tell micenet ASIA that suppliers in the country aren’t keeping up their end of the bargain. by Kristie…

MALAYSIA: A resounding rAWr
Players in Malaysia’s business events sector have gotten the recognition they deserve in the first awards ceremony dedicated to MICE…

CASE STUDY: KLCC exerts dragon strength
NAME OF EVENT 2013 International Dragon Award Annual Conference (IDA 2013) ORGANISER IMM International TYPE Conference VENUE Kuala Lumpur Convention…

TRENDING: It’s in the elements
Countries with top-notch MICE facilities and entertainment remain popular incentive destinations, but destinations offering a raw, novel charm are starting…

CASE STUDY: Grand Hyatt Macau takes client appreciation outdoors
By Kristie Thong NAME OF EVENT 2013 Appreciation Event ORGANISER Grand Hyatt Macau TYPE Corporate party VENUE Grand Hyatt Macau,…

TECHNOLOGY: Taking to the cloud
Event technology is slowly shaping the future of MICE in the region, but standing in the way are cost concerns…

TECHNOLOGY: arinex eases abstract and program headache
Australia-based PCO arinex has launched new software which the company says revolutionises managing abstracts and creation of the program, automating…

TRENDING: Events that pop!
The ephemeral nature of pop-up events often lures big numbers and big expectations. In this edition, we quiz three experts…

TRENDING: Shine from the rooftop
Sydney’s newest evening chill-out spot, a temporary rooftop bar at The Star, is available for private events. By Kristie Thong…

OPINION: Dwindling M&E figures not necessarily bad news
A slight decline is expected in the region’s meeting attendee numbers and expenditure for 2014, but the trend hints of…

PROFILE: Women of Inspiration
Eyes opened Currently the director of sales and marketing for Moevenpick Resort & Spa Karon Beach Phuket, Ailin Wong oversees…

CAREER STRATEGIES: Stop the brain drain
With the hospitality/events industry facing a major talent shortage, retaining existing employees can be equally, if not more challenging, than…

VENUE UPDATE
Hitting refresh Vietnam – Park Hyatt Saigon will be undergoing a luxury upgrade of all facilities and guestrooms in 2014…

PEOPLE
Compiled by Gina Sin CATHERINE LEE DUSIT FUDU HOTELS AND RESORTS VICE PRESIDENT SALES AND MARKETING, CHINA China – Dusit…

CURTAIN CALL: Events in a sketch
Sketch Post Studio’s Bernie Quah may be spotted in a conference or seminar making illustrations of speaker presentations with a…