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The first “Thailand MICE Virtual Expo: The River of New Era” organized by Thailand Convention and Exhibition Bureau (TCEB) on 24-25 February.

Business opportunities for the national and international MICE industry stakeholders. Two days online event with virtual pre-schedule appointments, online workshops, panel discussion, webinars and more than 30 exhibitors, including Convention and Exhibition Venues, DMC’s, Incentive Travel Companies, Hotels and Resorts, PCO’s, Technology, etc.

TCEB is focusing on the increase of domestic MICE, both the private sector and government agencies to drive the economy of the country.

For more information: https://www.thailandmicevirtualexpo.com/e/ThailandMICEVirtualExpo

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Global Experience Specialists (GES) launched the Interactive Global Event Tracker. It tracks key activities and indicates which destinations that can host face-to-face events for instance trade shows, conferences, live sports, corporate events, etc.

The tool is very interactive and clearly displays a traffic light signals where green light shows that events are occurring with more than 2,000 attendees, yellow light events are occurring with more than 250 attendees with strict mitigation and red light no events.

The tool also presents the opening guidelines and information, the status of professional sports (venue capacity, limited capacity, number of pax allowed, etc.), examples of events, opening guidelines and the city guidelines that directs to the conditions, rules and regulations in effect in the city or region.

GES is a well-recognized leading provider of exhibitions, live event and marketing services with 90+ years of experience, 85+ global locations, with 4,000 live events managed annually, multi awarded company with locations all around the world.

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This week Department Of Tourism (DOT) announced that Joy Nostalg Hotels & Suites Manila and Grand Hyatt Manila are the first hotels in the Philippines to obtain the Safe Travels Stamp by the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC).

With this stamp, it is easier for travelers and tourism stakeholders to identify those destinations and companies that are complying and have implemented the health and hygiene protocols providing consistency to ensure the safety of travelers.

Joy Nostalg Manila & Suites Manila is a deluxe residence with 229 five-star rooms and spacious suites with world class amenities, located in Ortigas in Pasig City.

Grand Hyatt Manila has 461 guest rooms and occupies the top 25 floors located in Bonifacio Global City.

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Shangri-La Group announced this week by an Official Statement that Makati Shangri-La is closing temporarily due to the pandemic, the last day of operations is February 1^st., 2021.

As many other companies in our industry, Makati Shangri-La has mitigated the financial impact with salary reduction at the management level, shorter work weeks, supporting their employees but after all the efforts the hotel make the decision to close temporary until the business conditions improve.

The luxurious hotel located in the central business area started operations on April 27, 1993. “The Shangri-La Makati was known as one of the first International five-star properties at a time where few large chains were present in the Philippines capital.”

The complex features 696 guest rooms and suites in area, the hotel was designed by Kanko Kikaku Sekkeisha, Yozo Shibata & Association & G. Formoso & Partners.

To mention a few of its worldwide recognition for the exceptional hospitality:

• Best Business Hotel in Manila, Business Traveller (Asia Pacific), 2016, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010, 2009.
• One of the 500 Best Hotels in the World, Travel + Leisure “T+L 500” (USA), 2014, 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010.
• Best Business Hotel in Manila, Finance Asia Business Travel Poll, 2015, 2014, 2013, 2012.
• Top 5 Luxury Hotels in the Philippines,  TripAdvisor Travellers’ Choice, 2014, 2013.
• Top 25 Hotels for Service in the Philippines, Trip Advisor Travellers’ Choice, 2015, 2014, 2013.
• Best Eco Initiative for a Hotel, Asiarooms.com, 2013.

Makati Shangri-La hotel is one of the most important hotels in the Philippines built on warm hospitality, great amenities and extraordinary staff, employees and colleagues.

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For the second consecutive year, IMEX Group has announced the cancellation of IMEX Frankfurt 2021 due to the pandemic, the event was scheduled for May 12-14 at Messe Frankfurt in Germany

Since their first show in 2003, IMEX Frankfurt has been the largest and it is the most important show in the Meetings and Events Industry with 3400+ Exhibitors, 170+ countries, 250+ Educational sessions.

The dates for the show on 2022 are set for 26-28 April and IMEX America 2021 is expected to happen on November 9-11 in Las Vegas.

The announcement has surprised the entire industry, but the actual situation is forcing the organizers and parties involved to make important decision. We cannot wait to get back to business and meet again.

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The beginning of a new year has arrived and with it all Event Professionals, Stakeholders and Third parties involved in the sector hope for a better year for the Events Industry.

Regardless if it is face-to-face, virtual or hybrids events you Should mark your calendar and save the dates to participate in the coming events listed below:

1. PCMA Convening Leaders, January 11-15.
2. SITE Hybrid Conference, February 2-3.
3. PATA Beyond: Travel Recovery Solutions, February 8-11.
4. Travel Meet Asia Southeast Asia Virtual, February 24-25.
5. Event Production Show, March 21-24, United Kingdom.
6. WTTC Global Summit, March 23-25, Cancun, Mexico.
7. FITUR, May 19-23, Spain.
8. IMEX Frankfurt, May 25-27, Germany.
9. ACE of MICE Exhibition, June 2-4, Istanbul.
10. IBTM Asia Pacific, June 8-9, Marina Bay Sands Singapore
11. Travel Meet Asia MICE & Corporate Virtual, June 9-10.
12. MPI World Education Congress, June 14-17, Las Vegas.
13. International Travel Expo & MICE, June 17-20, Hong Kong.
14. SISO CEO Summit, August 24-26, United States.
15. IT&CMA, September 28-30, Bangkok, Thailand.
16. 60th ICCA Congress, October 24-27, Cartagena de Indias, Colombia.
17. ITB Asia, MICE Show Asia and the inaugural Travel Tech Asia, October 27–29, Singapore.
18. 88th UFI Global Congress, November 3 – 6, The Netherlands.
19. IMEX America, November 09–11, Las Vegas.
20. IBTM World, 30th November to 2nd December, Barcelona, Spain.
21. Expo! Expo! IAEE’s Annual Meeting & Exhibition, December 7-9, United States.

Do you know other events? Share them with us!

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The 31st Philippine Travel Mart (PTM) with the theme Fostering Sustainable and Inclusive Tourism took place last weekend from 4-6 December at SM Megamall Megatrade Hall.

The three day live broadcast through Facebook Livestreaming presenting from different locations in the Philippines, showcasing new and emerging destinations highlighting different destinations within the country and the various activities that the travelers could explore enjoying the Filipino culture.

The Exhibition took place following the health and safety protocols at the Convention Center were Exhibitors such as tours and travel agencies, hotels and resorts, theme parks, airlines, etc. offered products, services and tour packages from the different regions of the country.

The biggest annual travel exhibition in The Philippines is organize by The Philippine Tour Operators Association (PHILTOA). PHILTOA was founded on 12 June 1986, organization of tour and operators and active members with the advocacy of responsible tourism, committed to the promotion of domestic and inbound tourism.

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The first virtual “Show for shows” is organized by The International Association of Exhibitions and Events® (IAEE) for exhibition and events industry professionals, the event provides a diverse marketplace to plan and manage well organized trade shows and events.

Expo! Expo! IAEE’s Annual Meeting and Exhibition with three days online event from December 8 – 10 where professional can connect with key players, meet new clients and network with experts in the field. Exhibitors have access to the largest group of show organizers worldwide and this year Swapcard is the platform partner who will power the virtual experience of the event.

Participants will be able to learn the industry trends through the educational program, seventy-five sessions including the virtual event production, safely reopening exhibitions and events, wellness and personal development, leadership and business for young professionals and for executives. Followed by Q&A discussions and The IAEE Asia Hybrid Forum will be broadcasted during the virtual show on 8th December.

The International Association of Exhibitions and Events® is the leading association for the global exhibition industry representing 12,000 individual in over 50 countries and M&SE is a proud member of IAEE!

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IBTM World is the leading exhibition dedicated for the global meetings, incentives, conferences and events industry.

Three days virtual event from 8-10 December. The Program will address the issues of the actual situation for the industry, future trends, technology through panel sessions, keynotes, inspire masterclass with exciting networking opportunities.

The show has evolved into a complete experience with top class exhibitors and global suppliers including Airlines and Cruise Line, Attractions and Entertainment, Conference and Meeting Venues, DMC’s, Hotels, Resorts and Spas, Technology Providers, etc.

IBTM is organized by Reed Exhibitions, Event Organizer with a global reach and extensive portfolio of approximately 500+ events in 40 countries covering 43 industry sectors and this year IBTM celebrates its 33rd edition virtually.

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