South East Queensland is basking not only in the warmth of the sun but also in the announcement of increased flight routes into the Sunshine Coast and Gold Coast, offering greater opportunity to tap into the inbound tourism dollar, according to Queensland’s largest accommodation provider, Mantra Group – who operate the Peppers, Mantra and BreakFree […]
Accor and A|Club will launch a new meetings and incentive promotion at AIME in Melbourne this year, rewarding planners who book a conference at its extensive range of hotels and resorts across Asia this year. A bonus 10,000 Meeting Planner Points and a complimentary welcome reception will be extended to every planner that books a […]
Conventions worth an estimated RM382 million in economic impact heading to Malaysia A total of 49 international and regional conventions have been secured for Malaysia by the Malaysia Convention & Exhibition Bureau (MyCEB) with industry partners in 2011. Malaysia’s stellar performance and the strong display of commitment by Ministry of Tourism, various government agencies, Sarawak […]
A one of a kind convention centre, currently under construction at the RNA Showgrounds in Brisbane, has been officially launched to the industry during the Asia-Pacific Incentives and Meetings Expo in Melbourne today. RNA Chief Executive Jonathan Tunny was joined by Brisbane Marketing Convention Bureau Director Annabel Sullivan to unveil Brisbane’s newest convention centre, which […]
Preferred Hotel Group™, a leading provider of sales and marketing support to independent hotels around the world, announced the launch of PHG Meetings (www.PHGMeetings.com). A comprehensive online RFP management system, PHG Meetings connects corporate sales managers, Global Sales Offices (GSOs), property level sales professionals and meeting planners with one convenient and powerful tool. PHG Meetings, […]
The historic Rendezvous Hotel Melbourne is currently undergoing a significant restoration and refurbishment program of its guestrooms and suites, food and beverage venues and conference and meeting facilities which will cement the Hotel as the smart choice for the MICE market. Last year, RHG announced a multi-million dollar rebranding initiative uniting Rendezvous Hotels and Marque […]
The award winners for the Asia-Pacific Incentives & Meetings Expo (AIME) 2012 were announced last night at a jazzy event, Nightcap Networking, held at the Australian Centre for Contemporary Art (ACCA) and hosted by the Melbourne Convention + Visitors Bureau (MCVB) and the Atlantic Group. The awards, presented by Sally de Swart, recognised excellence in […]
Launched just over a year ago by Heritage Hotel Management, the new Heritage Boutique Collection (HBC) is already offering a delectable portfolio of New Zealand properties suitable for an incentive or corporate retreat. This exclusive collection includes the Waterfront Suites Bay of Islands, Sea Spray Suites Bay of Islands and Tuscany Villas Rotorua in New […]
Hilton on the Park-Melbourne is delighted to announce three new distinctive enhancement packages now available to all meetings and event clients that will give them space to breathe in the city. To celebrate the hotel is offering all guests the chance to win a glamorous rooftop cocktail party worth $5,000. The new enhancement packages make […]
The Asia Pacific Incentives & Meetings Expo (AIME) celebrates 20 years of success this week at its home in Melbourne. Karen Bolinger, Chief Executive Officer of the Melbourne Convention + Visitors Bureau (MCVB), owner of the exhibition, said the milestone recognises the achievements of the region’s most productive and long-standing meetings and incentives show. “This […]