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App, App, and Away

by Monica Li | February 15,2016
With smartphone usage taking off like a rocket, mobile capabilities have taken on phenomenal possibilities, with none as versatile as that for apps. In the meetings arena, apps development has been enjoying impressive growth; we take a look at 10 innovative apps that could transform your event.

Hospitality

History made at inaugural Malaysia Business Events Awards 2019

by S.S. Yoga | December 03,2019
KUALA LUMPUR – In conjunction with the fourth BE Forum (BEF) 2019 organised by the Malaysian Association of Convention and Exhibition Organisers and Suppliers (MACEOS) the first ever Malaysia Business Events Awards (MBEA) 2019 was handed out.

The Sky's the limit

Asia looks set to welcome a staggering inventory, with top hotel chains introducing new brands and reinventing space usage and designs

Ideas and Planning

Maximum mind-body energy in minimum break time

by Catharine Nicol | January 07,2019
Tea breaks have evolved, offering inspiring journeys of taste, culture and wellness.

How to Prepare Your Meeting Staff for an Emergency

by Matt Alderton | May 25,2018
Learn how to help your team plan for potential emergencies at your next meeting.

Destinations

West Bengal warming up to MICE tourism

KOLKATA – MICE tourism is gaining momentum in Kolkata and other parts of West Bengal on the back of improved connectivity, the presence of several 5-star hotels...

Japan gets creative in attracting MICE tours

TOKYO — Campaigns to attract visitors for meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions are under way in more parts of Japan, with such MICE tours seen as...

International Focus

Australia speeds up

A ramp-up of new flights, hotels, and exhibition and convention centres to woo groups.

Barcelona: Big on Congress

Consistency is the name of the game for this popular city that has delegates and tourists alike making a beeline for its shores. Barcelona led the way in 2013...

Management

The future of incentive travel rewards

NEW YORK – Budgets are expanding for incentive programmes, and companies are appreciating the "soft-power" objectives programmes deliver -- aiming, for...

One size doesn’t fit all

Long seen as a role for generalists, event planners are gaining recognition as specialists with unique skill sets. Meetings & Conventions Asia takes a look...

On Location

Countdown to the 2018 Winter Olympics

Pyeongchang gets ready for sports fans and corporate groups.

South Korea: Vital signs

South Korea’s kaleidoscopic landscape of contrasting cultures and vibrant modernity enrich the social and business experiences of delegates.

Technology

App, App, and Away

With smartphone usage taking off like a rocket, mobile capabilities have taken on phenomenal possibilities, with none as versatile as that for apps. In the...

The Truth About Hotel Wi-Fi Pricing

How and why hotels charge for bandwidth and access, and what planners can do to negotiate for this indispensable service.

Venues and Events

Hospitable Kaohsiung — the New MICE Landmark in Asia!

A rising star in the global business events market, Kaohsiung is shining bright as an international MICE harbour city in South Taiwan. With a spate of...

Building blocks of success

From business meetings and team-building activities to after-hour entertainment, integrated resorts throughout the region are pulling out all the stops to...