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JUNE 2019, PAGES 36 VOL. 2, ISSUE. 5
HOTELS CAPITALISE ON
GROWING MICE OPPORTUNITIES
UNCONVENTIONAL CONVENTIONS
The new addresses for your next MICE trip
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Gagneet Kaur Dear Readers,
ASST. EDITOR With the advent of summer in India, the
Sayanti Halder country progressively witnesses the rise in escape from the scorching heat and that is
the temperature of MICE tourism and how where, we brought a tactfully-crafted list of
REPORTER it’s business flows. Providing state-of-the- places one may get lost to at the “Land of
art convention centers, unparalleled hotels Temples”, Uttarakhand. From ice-capped
Kritika Dua
and resorts and class-apart technological mountain peaks to the flower bed on the
facilities, India, unquestionably, can become valley below, the state of Uttarakhand is a
REPORTER & MARKETING ANALYST
one of the top global MICE tourism players “must-visit” for a quick escapade, at any
Lokesh Tuli for fetching the maximum number of time of the year.
convention and business travellers, in no
BUSINESS HEAD time. And to heighten this status, the top Followed by which, we talk business!
Shilpi Sharma metro cities of India aren’t leaving a single As the convention season emerges, the
stone unturned in giving the best-of-the- tour operators must be scratching their
AGM SALES & MARKETING (MUMBAI) best MICE amenities, especially through heads and notepads in order to provide
Aarti Rajkhewa its hotels. The metro cities have already an uniqueness in their tour planning,
seen their fair share of the business and henceforth. As today travellers are more
MARKETING EXECUTIVE are now nothing but saturated in terms of experimental, possessing the hunger of
Bhavini Srivastava development and expansion. Filling this newness, we give to you a list of the lesser-
very deficit and bolstering the hospitality known yet wonderfully suitable convention
CONSULTANT business, are the emerging cities/ states if centres from around the world that is all
Anindya Malhotra, Jitin Mann India that are leveling their presence with set to host your next planned meeting and
that of the big bosses of MICE hospitality. In therefore, offering a whole new destination
ART DIRECTOR our July issue of MICEInsiders, which is also to explore.
Rakesh Kumar our ‘Hospitality Special’ issue, we exchanged Other than this, we bring to you the latest
thoughts and opinions with representatives and on-going news from across the
ACCOUNTS of some of the leading MICE hotels in the segments of the industry including the
developing sites in India, understanding how names that join the travel and tourism clan.
Saroj Thakur
these respective destinations have geared
up to take hold of a major chunk of the I thank you all again for your kind support.
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Spotlight Page No. 8
HOTELS CAPITALISE ON GROWING
OPPORTUNITIES
CONSTRUCTIVE IMPACT OF THE RISING
STATES SHARING THE MICE LOAD
MICE Industry in India is well-equipped to cater to the upward demand of business travellers seeking all-inclusive destinations. There’s a reason to rejoice
as recent reports indicate that the Indian MICE industry is estimated at USD 1.3 Billion. The Union Government has set an ambitious target for MICE
INDIA to achieve two per cent of the global MICE market share by 2025. With that vision, we have to also address the fact that the hospitality industry
is impacted by business tourism to a large extent and the same is witnessed in the evolution of the urban centres such as Delhi and Mumbai. They
are already attracting a large sum of business travellers, however, the emerging states have upped their ante and are catching up to them to bolster
the business tourism in India. We get in touch with the spokespersons of the leading MICE hotels in the developing Indian states to discern how these
respective destinations are prepared to take hold of a chunk of the rewarding meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions business
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TRADE
TCEB holds roadshows in Qrius Connect to organise its
Hyderabad and Jayapura MICE CONNECT 2019 in Colombo
Thailand Convention & Exhibition During March to April, two road Qrius Connect recently announced
Bureau (TCEB) taps into secondary shows were held. The first show its MICE CONNECT 2019 Sri Lanka
MICE cities in India with the herald was in Hyderabad and Jayapura, edition, which was scheduled to be
of MICE roadshows, eyeing to attract as these two are big cities with the held on May 9 and 10, is now going to
over 13,000 visitors into Thailand to readiness of MICE travel agents. Also, be held on July 2 and 3, 2019 at the
boost meetings and incentives market these two cities are distinct with Hilton, Colombo. The re-scheduling
by which they can generate over 1,000 high potentiality and tendency to has been considered due to the recent
MB of revenue. Chiruit Isarangkun Na encourage working people to have bomb attacks that took place in Sri
Ayuthaya, President,TCEB disclosed their meetings and incentives events Lanka on April 21. Since the incidents,
that TCEB has been thinking highly in Thailand. The second roadshow authorities have moved quickly to
of MICE markets in India, which is happened in Kolkata and Lucknow, strengthen the security situation
considered a MICE market with the which are secondary cities with a in Colombo and across the country confidence booster among all the
second largest number of MICE small number of MICE travellers. and according to security officials, participating sellers and buyers. I
travellers after China. As a market Interestingly, there are a good number everything is being done to ensure the wish to urge everyone to be united
with high potentiality in terms of of travel agents with high potentiality safety of all visitors in the future. and promote Sri Lanka as a beautiful
population and economic growth, qualified to develop as MICE travel “I firmly believe that this show will destination as always. I share the
TCEB recognised the cities and thus agents in the future. TCEB realises be utmost beneficial to build and immense gratitude to our official
joined forces with Thai entrepreneurs that the preparation of networking strengthen the relations between partners who have been with us as
to hold roadshows that expect to with agents at the early stage in the Indian buyers and the hospitality our strength,” said Nishant Gulliya,
promote meetings and incentives in secondary cities will help to form a brands from Sri Lanka who will be Managing Director and CEO, Q’rius
secondary cities of India. long-term business relationship. participating and it will also be a Connect, the organisers of the show.
Ithaka Travel adds eight European
countries to its list
Ithaka Travel, which offers
personalised travel planning
platform has added European
countries to its list of destinations.
So far, the platform has catered
to users travelling to Thailand,
ICPB’s Conventions India
Bali, UAE, Singapore, Malaysia
and Turkey. With the addition of
Conclave will be held in Kochi Europe, it will now cover eight
more countries, namely France, from a web portal. Realising that
The India Convention Promotion 2X growth in just four years” - A Netherlands, Germany, Austria, there was a greater need for Visa
Bureau (ICPB) is set to organise Hard talk with Joint Secretary, Italy, Switzerland, Czech Republic and Forex related services for
its flagship ICPB is headed by Ministry of Tourism, Govt. of India and Spain. The platform has travellers going to Europe, Ithaka
Suman Billa, Joint Secretary – and Secretary Tourism, Govt. of officially launched its Europe launched their Europe services
Tourism, Government of India. As Kerala. The official statement offerings with their Travel in partnership with Thomas Cook
the theme of the 2019’s conclave revealed that Ministry of Tourism, Influencer community from May India. Rahul Singh, Co-Founder
is ‘Mapping the sustainable Govt. of Kerala is the ‘Platinum 20, 2019. and CEO, Ithaka Travel said, “We
MICE future of India’, the focus Sponsor’ of the event as a ‘State In 2018, over a million are thrilled to have added Europe
area during the conclave will Partner’ and Hotel Grand Hyatt applications were filed in India for to the list of destinations Ithaka’s
be on India aiming to be the top Kochi is the ‘Venue Partner’ short-stay visas to the continent’s travellers can plan for. We had run
10 meeting destinations in the for the forthcoming CIC. The Schengen Area, a 17 per cent a survey of our customers asking
world by 2023. The two-day conclave will provide the perfect increase from the previous year. which destination they would want
event will witness sessions and forum of opinions, views and The number has almost doubled to travel next and Europe was the
panel discussions on various standpoints on India’s meeting since 2014, almost 1.2 million overwhelming favourite choice so
topics, “Can India spearhead this and convention industry. travellers annually, as per data we knew where we had to go next.”
6 JUNE 2019
JUNE 2019 7
Spotlight
HOTELS CAPITALISE ON GROWING
OPPORTUNITIES
CONSTRUCTIVE IMPACT OF THE RISING
STATES SHARING THE MICE LOAD
MICE Industry in India is well-equipped to cater to the upward demand of business tourism to a large extent and the same is witnessed in the evolution of the urban
travellers seeking all-inclusive destinations. There’s a reason to rejoice as recent centres such as Delhi and Mumbai. They are already attracting a large sum of
reports indicate that the Indian MICE industry is estimated at USD 1.3 Billion. India business travellers, however, the emerging states have upped their ante and are
occupies the 31st position in the world among global MICE organisers, according to catching up to them to bolster the business tourism in India. We get in touch with
the list of global ranking published by ICCA (International Congress and Convention the spokespersons of the leading MICE hotels in the developing Indian states to
Association). The Union Government has set an ambitious target for MICE INDIA to discern how these respective destinations are prepared to take hold of a chunk of the
achieve two per cent of the global MICE market share by 2025. With that vision, we rewarding meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions business.
have to also address the fact that the hospitality industry is impacted by business
By Kritika Dua
MICE tourism in Odisha stands for a well- Swosti Group, the first choice for any mega- or
strategic deal mini-conferences held in Odisha
The Meetings, Incentives, Conferences and Exhibitions Swosti Group (Hotels-Resorts-Travels-Education) has
(MICE) segment has shown a growth route across the become the epicentre of MICE business in Odisha with the
globe. Corporates from all sectors are now willing to shell largest convention hall (Chanakya) at Swosti Premium
out the extra money required to travel out of their home Bhubaneswar, which is now classified as five-Star and
space to host an event in a destination that offers state- Swosti Chilika Resort is an exclusive MICE venue in one of
of-the-art facilities, new experiences and added value of the most pristine locations in the country on the banks
travel. of the largest lake in Northern Hemisphere (Chilika Lake).
As far as MICE tourism in Odisha is concerned, it stands Swosti Chilika Resort is the perfect venue for planning
for a very successful and well-strategic deal. In Odisha, your conferences, meetings, corporate get-togethers, MICE
numerous hotels have come up with different five-star and events or other business meetings. Its conference hall and
J K Mohanty deluxe to luxury and budget hotels in different cities and meeting room is furnished with modern amenities and
CMD, Swosti Group these renowned hotels and resorts are also known for the accompanied by our dedicated team, promises to create
best MICE facilities in Odisha where new wings can be given all your corporate events seamless and successful. Swosti
to the business growth. Group has remained the first choice for any mega- or mini-
conferences held in Odisha.
8 JUNE 2019
Spotlight
Hyatt Place Hampi caters to the ever For any other activities such as outdoor team building
discerning clientele looking for a meeting games, cricket, volleyball and basketball and more, our
space with a difference guests are free to make requests and we accommodate
Hyatt Place Hampi caters to the ever discerning clientele them in our lawns spread across the hotel. We also provide
looking for a meeting space with a difference. Our Meeting excursions to the majestic ruins of Hampi or boulder
Places offer flexible spaces and support from our Gallery climbing experiences. Our biggest advantage is the location
Host to make meetings and events a success. We have itself, as the hotel is situated right next to Vidyanagar
two Meeting Places, wherein Meeting Place 1 is a banquet Airport connecting directly to Bengaluru and Hyderabad
hall spread over 3,300 sq. ft and can accommodate up to which in turn is well-connected with all major cities in India
200 people in a theatre setup. The hall has an adjacent making this a perfect destination for conferences across
Banquet Patio Lawn spread over 4,000 sq. ft and is ideal for India.
weddings or corporate dinners overlooking the lush green
gardens. On the other hand, Meeting Place 2 is a dedicated Achieving guests’ loyalty by delivering
Shalabh Verma conference room with a boardroom setup that measures uncomplicated experiences, purposeful service
General Manager, Hyatt Place Hampi
470 sq. ft, equipped with the finest hi-tech accessories and and being business casual
can accommodate up to 18 persons. Hampi has now become one of the must-visit global
Besides the Meeting Places, we have four banquet lawns destinations and we aim to achieve our guests’ loyalty by
ranging from 5,000 to 12,000 sq. ft, which are the largest delivering uncomplicated experiences, purposeful service
banqueting spaces in Hampi. Whether it is a group of 20 and being business casual. With the help of our guests, we
or 500 attendees, our team will coordinate every last have reimagined the select service experience and focus
detail and will provide all the support to organisers and on creating a place that offers 24 / 7 convenience, stylish
attendees for a successful and productive meeting or spaces and casual, modern comforts; a place inspired by a
social experience. conversation with our guests- imagined by them, for them.
The Fern- An Ecotel Hotel, Ahmedabad Environment-friendly celebrations, the
presents one of the best options for hosting surfacing trend
mid-size functions A popular business hotel in Ahmedabad, The Fern- An
The Fern- An Ecotel Hotel, Ahmedabad is the city’s only Ecotel Hotel, Ahmedabad is the ideal choice for all your
environment-friendly property. We are also Gujarat’s first meetings, events, conferences, banquets and gala affairs
ecotel hotel. The hotel does a lot of MICE business due from presentations to celebrations. The hotel offers the
to its strategic location as well as the kind of services additional USP of hosting the most environment-friendly
provided by the hotel. Ahmedabad has been recognised as celebrations, meetings and conferences in Ahmedabad
a UNESCO World Heritage Site, making it the first Indian courtesy the award-winning environment sensitive
city to be added to the coveted list. Ahmedabad as a practices we undertake that reduces tons of garbage
location boasts of some of the biggest events of pharma, from local landfills and contributes to the city’s water
technology, F&B industry and more. For events of very large and electricity resources. The hotel delivers exceptional
scale, the city has a few bigger venues including Mahatma service, artful decor and an array of luxury amenities with
Rakesh Dogra Mandir Convention and Exhibition Centre, GMDC Ground unparalleled environment responsibility. The hotel’s award-
General Manager, The Fern- An Ecotel Hotel, and Helipad Ground. However, we present one of the best winning experience includes an exclusive club service,
Ahmedabad
options for hosting mid-size functions. The Fern- An Ecotel executive lounge, spa and indoor swimming pool which
Hotel, Ahmedabad has three modern and classy venues attracts a major chunk of business travellers.
for hosting these events. Conference halls in our hotel are We believe in not only handling any event organised at our
equipped with all the latest services and facilities including hotel in the best possible way but also try to give them
easy internet connectivity, projector for slide show a different experience. Food is our strength due to our
presentation and other crucial means of communication, professional team of the two award-winning speciality
among others. Our conference halls can accommodate restaurants. We offer theme-based lunches and hi-teas
delegates ranging from 25 to 250 persons coming here during such events. We also have a location advantage as
to attend the conferences. You can easily rely on us for almost everything including some of the biggest landmarks
holding key corporate meetings and conferences of the of the city are within the vicinity. Gujarat Science City,
business travellers. ISKCON Temple, Gandhi Ashram at Sabarmati, Ahmedabad
One Mall, Sunset Drive-In-Cinema are very close to the
hotel. Once the business traveller has finished his work,
he can explore the city in the evening as most of the
attractions are close by.
JUNE 2019 9
Spotlight
JW Marriott Kolkata is the ultimate trainings and sessions, through the philosophy of Meetings
destination to host larger than life MICE Imagined concept.
events, conferences and dream weddings
JW Marriott Kolkata, located 16 km away from Netaji Compiling distinctive services which are
Subhash Chandra Bose Airport, equidistant to the city appropriate for the substance of their
centre and old business district that embodies luxury and gathering
elegance. The hotel offers personalised service, coupled JW Marriott Kolkata, renowned for its extensive splendid
with one of the largest banqueting facilities of 38, 370 sq. ballroom, also offers a 3200 sq. ft. Living Room. This is
ft. area, making it the ultimate destination to host larger a residential-style venue comprising multifunctional
than life MICE events, conferences and dream weddings. meeting studios, dining areas and an open kitchen, enabling
With major locations in proximity to the hotel, the venue is guests to seamlessly accommodate business meetings,
easily accessible by the guests and vendors enhancing the casual breaks, wedding rituals or host the multifarious
utilisation of the area to host various gatherings and events occasions.
Gaurav Singh under the same roof. We believe in strong marketing attributes of our
General Manager, JW Marriott Kolkata
The magnanimous pillarless grand ballroom, Sangam is products and facilities achieving greater awareness and
spread across an area of 13,450 sq. ft. and accommodates visibility globally through various MICE forums helping us in
up to 1,500 to 2,000 guests approximately. The hotel also generating queries on a wider scale. We engage with local
has 281 spacious rooms with luxury amenities, which make tourism bodies and associations to bring our offerings to
it a remarkable accommodation or venue choice for large the forefront through roadshows in various source markets.
scales residential conferences and weddings. Also, the As business travellers are mostly running on a schedule,
banquet spaces can offer voluminous work areas with we compile distinctive services which are appropriate
wireless high-speed internet access enhancing the quality for the substance of their gathering. In-house dedicated
of stay of our guests at the hotel. culinary team to design bespoke menus, meeting planners
Our culinary expertise lies in captivating guests with supporting the event with the Meetings Imagined concept,
tailor-made bespoke menus to suit the guest palate distinctive meeting set-up fulfilling guest expectations,
and event type. We have speciality chefs from myriad video wall with multiple LED panels for multi-dimensional
experiences with Marriott brand strength to fly in chefs presentations, events team help in elevating themed set
from across the globe, crafting every delicacy to perfection up and decor elements, state-of-the-art video conferencing
in absolute par with the choice of the patrons. The hotel facilities for vast audiences and dedicated concierge team
ensures thematic set up planed intuitively for different to organise heritage walks of the city.
Sheraton Grand Bangalore Hotel at Brigade to our focus on food quality and hygiene, all guests are
Gateway is considered to be amongst the treated with our fabled Indian Hospitality, which is an
choicest destinations for large scale events experience, we’ve learned, they have held dear over the
Bengaluru is the MICE destination to be looked at in years.
India. The city has a large number of convention spaces
that can host events to the tune of 8,000 to 10,000 plus Creating themed experiences for our
people. These convention spaces have the infrastructure customers to suit the mood of the event and
to cater to all needs from high-speed internet and parking the flavour profile of the attending guests
to other house-keeping and hygiene facilities as well. Sheraton Grand Bangalore Hotel at Brigade Gateway, being
Bengaluru also has the room inventory in and around part of the Marriott family has been instrumental in driving
these convention centres ensuring accommodation for all a lot of business travels into the city as we cater largely
delegates with multiple budget options. to the IT and financial conglomerates that have set up
Some five-star hotels also provide catering services, their base in Bengaluru. We offer a gamut of services on
Rishi Kumar among which Sheraton Grand Bangalore Hotel at Brigade the property which include accommodation in tastefully
Director of Operations, Sheraton Grand
Gateway has carved itself a niche, earning recognition appointed rooms and suites, variety of delectable cuisines
Bangalore Hotel at Brigade Gateway
in the market owing to expertise honed over four years in dining options, large banqueting options for guests to
of outdoor catering experiences at large format outdoor host conferences and social gatherings to the tune of 1000
catering events, at these convention centres. Our Grand guests.
Ballroom is among the largest pillarless ballrooms in In addition to our above mentioned on property features,
the city and is considered to be amongst the choicest we create themed experiences for our customers to
destinations for large scale events. We are also among suit the mood of the event and the flavour profile of the
the only hotels to have a pre-function area as large as attending guests. These experiences include but are
our grand ballroom in addition to nine break-out venues, not limited to, curated menus, flamboyant displays and
making it an ideal MICE venue, adding to the Bengaluru impeccable service to ensure unforgettable events for both
MICE landscape in our signature Grand way. In addition the host as well as their guests.
10 JUNE 2019Spotlight
Grand Hyatt Kochi Bolgatty’s location and Offering curated destination experiences to
event venues are the distinguishing factor our guests
With Kochi being a prime destination, new flights are The large conferences and meetings hosted at the
being added to Goa, Guwahati, Bhubaneshwar, Hubli, convention centre make it possible for us to act as
Kolkata, Lucknow, Nagpur, Trichy, Ahmedabad and Jaipur. aggregators for the city’s other five-star hotels contributing
Very recently Air Arkia has connected Israel and Cochin to the overall healthy growth of hospitality in Cochin.
with direct flights to and from Tel Aviv. The destination is We have flexible indoor and outdoor event spaces. There
connected to all major cities of India and abroad. We are are curated destination experiences suited for families
purpose-built for destination weddings and large events. with kids, couples and women travellers such as sunset
Our location and event venues are our distinguishing factor cruises on the traditional houseboats, treks to Thattekad
for MICE owing to the backwaters, large lawns, indoor Bird Sanctuary, private visit of the majestic Athirapally
spaces and more. The hotel is simply a 45-minute drive waterfalls and customised heritage tours of Fort Kochi and
from the airport. We have customised activities, dedicated Mattancherry. There are customised activities for groups
food tasting sessions, expansive cuisine options, detailed and business meets.
Anish Kuttan
Director of Operations, Grand Hyatt Kochi packages and curated menus for the guests. A multi-
Bolgatty cultural team contributes to the overall experience of
event planning and execution.
ITC Gardenia has the city’s largest MICE venue MICE Promotional Offers are personalised
which is the key USP according to the ever-changing demands of
ITC Gardenia is an extremely MICE friendly hotel and the corporate or social segments
our banquet offerings have been designed keeping the ITC Gardenia offers the best-in-class facility and features
target consumers’ requirement in mind. The hotel takes that the city has to offer. We have undertaken certain
its inspiration by the Garden City that Bengaluru is initiatives under our Responsible Luxury umbrella, each of
referred as and conceived architecturally as a distinct which is unique to the brand and the city of Bengaluru, to
building set in a garden atmosphere, with the interiors cater to the ever-growing MICE requirement. Alert Meets
and exteriors amalgamating onto each other within the is a signature menu offering for Meetings & Conventions,
realm of aesthetics and landscaping sensibilities. The is aimed at enabling guests with the luxury of making
property is also Asia’s first LEED PLATINUM certified hotel, informed choices from a signature menu that focuses
located centrally in the heart of Bengaluru’s central and on delicious, hearty and healthful, revitalising gourmet
Debopriyo Sen commercial business district. We present our guests with preparations that use seasonal produce and the finest of
Sales and Marketing Manager, ITC Gardenia distinctive rooms, culinary offerings and overall safety and ingredients. One Bite Wonder is bite-sized snacks, which
Bengaluru security. are unique, small tastings of ‘Caringly sourced; mindfully
We take pride in our large and versatile range of prepared’ snacks that underscore a well-being philosophy.
banqueting facilities over two levels with independent MICE Promotional Offers personalised according to the
access and the largest MICE venue in the city, The Mysore ever-changing demands of the corporate or social segment
Hall, spread across an area of 5885 sq. ft. with five breakout we cater to, while offering the best of culinary showcase
rooms, among which two are spacious boardrooms and signature service. Botania, The Terrace Garden sized
equipped with the best audio-visual facility. at 732 sq. m is an outdoor banqueting venue offering
beautifully manicured gardens that emphasise upon the
true beauty of Bengaluru.
JUNE 2019 11In Conversation
DBE DECIPHERING THE GROWTH CODE OF
DUBAI’S DIVERSIFYING BUSINESS SCENE
Intended towards further establishing Dubai’s repute as a premier
business event destination, Dubai Business Events (DBE) is constantly
working on raising the benchmark for hosting business events in
the emirate. Steen Jakobsen, Assistant Vice President, DBE
speaks about the convention bureau’s focus on attracting regional
and international associations as they gear up to host a robust
portfolio of business events in the year ahead. He also highlights that
DBE while moving forward in tandem with an ever-evolving landscape
of Dubai, has also ramped up efforts for its top source market India
By Gagneet Kaur
meetings, conferences and incentive programmes to market for visitors for the 4th consecutive year, with
the emirate. We are constantly working on raising the over two million overnight visitors. This position is also
benchmark for hosting business events in the city. A reflected in business events visitation, with India being
few years ago, DBE established the Dubai Association the number one source market.
What are the main aims and objectives Centre (DAC) as a joint initiative of the Dubai Chamber DBE has a dedicated representative office and team
of DBE for strengthening the MICE of Commerce and Industry, the Dubai Department in India that is constantly working and connecting
landscape in Dubai? of Tourism and Commerce Marketing (DTCM) and with planners, buyers and industry professionals
Dubai Business Events (DBE), the city’s official Dubai World Trade Centre (DWTC). DAC’s aim is to from across the country to extend our efforts. Over
convention bureau and a division of the Dubai become a gateway for international associations that the course of 2019, the DBE team and stakeholders
Corporation for Tourism and Commerce Marketing, are looking to tapping into the rapidly transforming from Dubai is visiting cities in India including
aims to attract business events from around the city and establish regionally headquarters in Dubai. Chennai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Kolkata, Mumbai,
globe. Our aims and objectives include partnering with This December, DAC will host the second Dubai Pune, Ahmedabad and New Delhi. In addition, DBE
local stakeholders, hosting international planners and Association Conference. participates in several industry specific conferences
decision makers from the business events industry, and workshops across India to promote the emirate as
attending relevant international trade and business Kindly elaborate on DBE’s newest host city for meetings and incentive programmes.
events and enhancing our network globally. DBE also initiative of online venue finder. How is it
offers corporations and associations, guidance and supposed to assist travel trade fraternity? What all do you look forward to from 2019?
support in planning international business events in We are currently developing an online venue directory 2018 was a record year for DBE with a 62 per cent
the emirate. for the city. The directory will offer a new city-wide tool increase in the number of delegates that will come
To reach out to Indian meetings industry for meeting and conference planners to search for to Dubai over the next few years as a result of bid
professionals, we have both inbound study missions, suitable venues for events of all kinds and sizes across wins. A 13 per cent growth in bids won indicated a
giving planners and agents an opportunity to explore Dubai. In addition to standalone venues, it will also shift towards larger-scale events, and the estimated
the latest offerings in Dubai, as well as roadshows incorporate meetings spaces across the city’s hotels. economic impact these successful bids are set to have
across key cities in India itself, allowing us to engage The development of this tool will give stakeholders will be AED 1.2 billion over the coming years. Dubai won
with them in their home market. In addition, we have across the city a new way of keeping their offerings on major bids last year including the World Congress of
offices in India to ensure we are at hand to offer the radar of business event professionals while at the Gastroenterology set to take place in 2021 with a total
advice and support to meeting and event planners same time giving the planners themselves a simple way of 6,000 delegates in attendance and many more.
based in India who are interested in bringing their of finding options that meet their needs. Dubai is set to host a robust portfolio of business
events to Dubai. events in 2019 which include: World Conference on
What is the current position of India as Desalination and Water Re-use from October 20th to
What are the new projects that DBE is a source market for DBE? What share of 24th, World Congress of Neurology from October 27th
working on, in order to raise the benchmark revenue does India offer, at present? to 31st, International Academy of Astronautics Human
of doing MICE business in Dubai? During the first quarter of 2019, Dubai welcomed in Space Symposium from November 11th to 14th,
As the city’s official convention bureau, Dubai Business 565,000 overnight visitors from India. This built on the IFHIMA International Congress November 17th to 21st,
Events’ main goal is to position Dubai as the premier 15.92 million international overnight visitors in 2018, as well as the Amway APAC Expo from December 9th
host city for international business events and attract with India retaining its position as the largest source to 14th, among others.
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INBOUND
Kerala records seven pc rise in tourist Goa embraces India’s first
Electric Vehicle Tourism
arrivals in January to March 2019
As Goa welcomes India’s maiden Electric
Tourist arrivals in Kerala shot Vehicle initiatives, the tourism sector in the
up by 6.82 per cent in the first state witnesses a surge. Samarth Kholkar,
quarter of 2019, as compared CEO and Co-founder, B: Live explains the
to the statistics recorded last idea behind the initiative. B: Live is India’s
year. The total number of tourist first Electric Vehicle tourism venture.
arrivals (both domestic and foreign) “Our objective is to create a scalable and
during January to March 2019, was profitable business by driving sustainable and
46,12,937 as compared to 43,18,406 Experiential tourism on electric Vehicles. We
during the same period in 2018. are in the business of creating remarkable,
The number of domestic tourists authentic and unique experiences through
arriving in the state was 41,90,468 swathes of the state, affecting its the confidence of tourists,” said sustainable mobility on electric vehicles.
as against the figures of 38,77,712 infrastructure that had a bearing Tourism Minister Kadakampally Our company offers experiential tours on
during the corresponding period on the tourism sector. There Surendran. “The uptick in domestic electric cycles for tourists who are looking
in 2018, registering an increase of was rampant apprehension that tourist arrivals is a strong for authentic and immersive experiences in
8.07 per cent. However, the arrival Kerala’s tourism would take a testimony to it.” Ernakulam, with Goa. This service has unique curated routes
of foreign tourists suffered a dip long time to recover. But we were an increase of 108,169 domestic and experiences which allow the tourists to
of 4.14 per cent. “Last year’s floods able to allay these apprehensions tourists, registered the highest discover the hidden gems with well-qualified
were unprecedented in fury and by swiftly putting in place an growth among the 14 districts of tourist guides. The Electric Cycles ensure the
devastation and it battered large effective action plan to win back the state. service is more inclusive,” said Kholkar.
IRCTC offers affordable Shillong, Orchha makes it to tentative list of
Guwahati Tour Package UNESCO World Heritage sites
IRCTC Tourism offers a a visit to Don Bosco Museum, The historical town of Orchha
range of tour packages to Lady Hydari Park and Wards in Madhya Pradesh has been
destinations within the Lake. On the second day, included in UNESCO’s tentative
country and abroad. IRCTC or travellers will proceed for a list of World Heritage Sites.
Indian Railway Catering and day trip to Cherrapunji. Visits Surendra Singh Baghel,
Tourism Corporation Tourism can be made to Elephanta Minister of Tourism & Narmada
is offering Splendour North Falls, Nawkhalikai Falls, Valley Development Authority
East Air Package - to Guwahati Mawsmai Caves Dwan Syiem (NVDA) shared in a statement
and Shillong from Kolkata at View Point, Eco Park, Seven that a detailed proposal
a starting tariff of INR 19,819 Sisters Falls and Ramkrishna was made by the tourism
per person, according to its Mission. Day three will include department in collaboration palaces: Jahangir Palace, Raj
website. The tour will be for a visit to Mawlynnong. In the with Archaeological Survey of Mahal, Sheesh Mahal, and Rai
four nights and five days and evening, travellers will return India (ASI) and was sent to the Praveen Mahal -- and for its
will commence from Kolkata back to Shillong for dinner UNESCO in this regard. Mandu concept of open bungalows,
on August 10. The package will and an overnight stay. On is already included in UNESCO’s stonework windows, and
include economy class flight the fourth day, they would tentative list. animal statues depicting the
bookings of IndiGo. be taken to Guwahati and Orchha near Jhansi is one of culture of Bundelkhand. It is
On the first day, passengers checked-in to the hotel. The the biggest tourist attractions the only place in India where
will be flown to Guwahati on passengers can go for local in Madhya Pradesh and home to Lord Ram is worshipped as a
an IndiGo flight from Kolkata sightseeing on this day. On some unique architecture and king with a dedicated temple
and transferred to Shillong the fifth day, travellers would buildings. Nestled on the banks in his name called Sri Ram
upon arrival at Guwahati. On check out from the hotel and of river Betwa, it was founded in Raja Mandir. The majestic River
way to Shillong, the travellers will be taken to visit Kamakhya the 16th century by the Bundela Betwa flows through the town
will be taken to Umiam Lake Temple. Later, they will be Rajput Chief, Rudra Pratap. of Orchha, enchanting visitors
in Shillong, following check-in transferred to the airport for The town is also famous for its with a picturesque sunset view
to the hotel, after which, the the return flight to Kolkata, two elevated minarets called while they explore the ruined
individuals will be taken for according to IRCTC Tourism. Saavan and Bhadon and its four settlement.
14 JUNE 2019Overseas
UNCONVENTIONAL CONVENTIONS
The new addresses for your next MICE trip
One of the most significant facets of MICE tourism, today, is the need of discovering an accurately-suited
convention centre. To accommodate this demand in today’s revived economy and a growing need for
venues with widely accessible technology, convention centres across the globe are expanding to stay
ahead of the curve. Incredible convention centres aren’t limited to the frequently-visited destinations
anymore; MICEInsiders shares a few of the favourites that are emerging yet making it big
By Sayanti Halder
Fira Barcelona Gran Via Conference Centre, Spain
It is a fact that Spain is beyond Churros, Paella, museums and flamingo dancing and the Fira Barcelona Gran Via Conference Centre is a perfect example of this
fact. The Fira Barcelona Gran Via Conference Centre is located in a new business development area, very close to Barcelona airport and connected to the public
transport network. It is a huge building with interesting modern designs and is one of the largest and most modern venues in Europe, designed by the Japanese
architect Toyo Ito. Its outstanding features are its architecture, functionality and commitment to sustainability; it has one of the largest rooftop photovoltaic
installations. The eight pavilions, connected by a walkway that channels the flow of visitors, provide cutting-edge services and logistics.
16 JUNE 2019Overseas
Milano Congressi or Milano Convention
Center, Italy
Milano Convention Centre (MiCo) or the popularly-
known Milano Congressi is the congress centre in
Milan, Italy. MiCo is home to the most important
international association and corporate events
that choose it for its features of 18.000 seats, 65
conference rooms and 50,000 square meters of
exhibition space, organisational skills and the
expertise, the cutting-edge technology, the variety
and flexibility of the offer and the services. The
spaces covering an area of almost 80,000 square
meters are designed for maximum flexibility and the
most intuitive connection of the areas, which is why
all the rooms are modular and can accommodate
from 20 to 4000 people in theatre style of seating.
Vancouver Convention Center, British
Columbia
Located on Vancouver’s waterfront with a dramatic
mountain backdrop, the award-winning Vancouver
Convention Centre offers one of the most beautiful
settings in the world and convenient access to all
the major visitor amenities in the downtown core.
As British Columbia’s flagship convention centre,
the facility hosts over 500 events and welcomes
thousands of attendees each year. Since its opening,
their mandate has been to generate economic and
community benefits for British Columbia through
the management and marketing of the province’s
premier convention and exhibition facility. To elevate
Vancouver as the preferred convention destination,
the Vancouver Convention Center is creating
inspiring and sustainable experiences for its clients
and visitors.
Tivoli Congress Center, Denmark
Tivoli Hotel & Congress Center is designed by
Kim Utzon Architects and is one of Copenhagen’s
largest congress and conference venues. The
impressive Tivoli Congress Hall can accommodate
up to 2,400 people and is particularly suitable for
meetings, exhibitions, lectures and large company
parties. An additional 52 conference rooms and
two auditoriums of varying sizes can be combined
in a myriad of ways and thus cover every need for
events with a total of up to 5,500 participants. With
a location in the heart of Copenhagen, Tivoli Hotel &
Congress Center can give the meeting participants
direct access to shopping, rides, museums,
architecture and nature with minimal transport
time.
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OUTBOUND
Indian groups to visit Ireland with Thomas Cook and Tourism Ireland
Thomas Cook India is set to bring purposes spending almost three
650 Indian visitors to Ireland over times more than a leisure visitor – so
the coming weeks. Four groups, we are delighted that Thomas Cook
totalling 650, will travel to Ireland India has chosen Ireland for the
here between now and early July. 2019 reward trip for these business
The visiting groups represent MICE executives,” said Huzan Fraser
professionals and are made up of Motivala, Tourism Ireland-India. “We
top performing senior business know that companies such as Thomas
executives, who travel to different Cook India are looking for truly
overseas destinations each year, as a unique experiences for their reward
reward for their performance over the programmes, so this visit is good
previous year. In 2018, an estimated news indeed and presents us with an delighted with the amazing support handpicked unique inclusions and
45,000 visitors from India visited excellent opportunity to showcase from Huzan and Team Tourism engaging experiences that showcase
Ireland. Ireland as a premier destination.” Ireland, that has been invaluable in Ireland to this critical segment of
“Business tourism is one of the Rajeev Kale, President & Country our successful pitch and confirmation decision makers and travel influencers
most lucrative forms of tourism, with Head- Holidays, MICE & Visa Services, of four prestigious corporate MICE and we look forward to sending many
visitors travelling here for business Thomas Cook India, said, “I am groups to Destination Ireland. We’ve more such groups in future.”
Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre
reaches 15,000 events’ milestone
As the Kuala Lumpur Convention Centre gears report also saw Kuala Lumpur climb to 34th
up to open its expansion in July, the venue is for international meetings - up to four spots on
proud of its contribution to Malaysia jumping the previous year and retain its 10th position
one place to ninth in the Asia-Pacific and the in the Asia-Pacific and the Middle East region.
Hong Kong registers a
Middle East region according to the latest According to the Centre’s GM, Alan Pryor, “We
ICCA (International Convention & Conference are delighted that, of the 68 meetings held in the
growth of 7.3 per cent
Association) Country and City Rankings 2018. city, 32 per cent or 22 were held at the centre,
Malaysia held 134 meetings in 2018, which attracting more than 20,000 participants to
from India
moved the country up four places to 33rd Kuala Lumpur that contributed over RM 147
position in the overall ICCA rankings. The million in economic impact to Malaysia.”
Hong Kong had registered a growth of 7.3 per cent
from India as close to 83,000 Indian visitors arrived
Thailand Travel Mart Plus (TTM+) 2019 into Hong Kong in Q1 2019. While Delhi, Mumbai and
Bengaluru continue top three source markets; there
concludes in Pattaya is a growing demand from Ahmedabad, Cochin
and Pune. In 2018, 50 per cent of overnight visitor
Thailand’s most important B2B travel trade new sense of direction in a rapidly evolving arrivals were from the young mid-career segment
show, the Thailand Travel Mart Plus ‘Amazing and highly competitive global environment. and we also saw growth in a family segment that
Gateway to the Greater Mekong Subregion’ The overall focus of the show was Thailand’s contributed close of 34 per cent of overnight visitor
(TTM+) 2019, kick-started on June 5. Under emerging destinations nationwide, 55 arrivals from India with an average length of stay of
the theme of ‘New Shades of Emerging provinces with spectacular beauty, heritage, four nights.
Destinations’, TTM+ 2019 has attracted a total cultural and culinary attractions. Puneet Kumar, Director, Market Development
of 351 buyers (including 50 Indian buyers), Yuthasak Supasorn, TAT Governor said, “This (India) at Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) shared,
371 sellers, and around 130 international and year’s theme reflects a strong continuation “We want Hong Kong to stay on top of mind among
domestic media. For the second consecutive of our long-standing strategy to promote our Indian travellers and to continue building their
year, the event is being held at the Ocean emerging destinations with the aim of creating affinity towards Hong Kong. In 2019, our focus is to
Marina Yacht Club, Pattaya, the biggest marina jobs and distributing revenue nationwide, efficiently communicate and engage with the young
in Southeast Asia. The mart that lasted for from major cities to local communities, while affluent Indian travellers to bring alive Hong Kong’s
three days, came back this year in a bigger creating sustainability by balancing the core experiences such as living culture and festivals,
and brighter format that clearly reflects the number of visitors to the destinations.” rejuvenated local neighborhoods, soft adventure
and more.”
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OUTBOUND
Oman Tourism conducts three-city India roadshow
Continuing its outreach in India, the and inbound arrivals from India have
Ministry of Tourism, Oman conducted significantly increased in the last few
roadshows in Bengaluru, Pune and years. India represents a substantial
Mumbai. As part of this exercise, and vast market for Oman, given the
the Ministry along with destination high percentage of travellers willing
management companies, hotels, to travel abroad and experience new
attraction operators and Oman Air destinations. We have been observing
connected with over 200 notable a steady year-on-year increase in
travel and tour companies. The tourist arrivals to Oman from India
interactive platform, with pre-fixed and are extremely pleased with the
meetings, allowed trade partners consistent growth. While Mumbai is
s to network and learn more about one of our primary source markets, and Oman fits the bill perfectly.” In Keeping up with this growth trajectory,
the diverse product offerings and Bengaluru and Pune have shown 2018, Oman recorded 12.37 pc growth Oman has already witnessed a 17 per
experiences that Oman has to offer. immense potential as we see a rise in Indian tourist arrivals with 357,147 cent increase in the period of January
Lubaina Sheerazi, India in the number of outbound travellers travellers visiting the country vis-à- to April 2019 with 130,011 Indian
Representative, Ministry of Tourism, from these cities. They are constantly vis 317,844 in 2017 making India as visitors to Oman in comparison to
Oman said, “Tourism is on the rise on the lookout for unique destinations the second highest source market. 111,123 during the same period in 2018.
AWEX, Visit Brussels and Wallonia Belgium Tourism organised an
educational workshop
Wallonia in India (AWEX Mumbai), Visit Brussels and Wallonia Belgium Introducing Wallonia to the audience, Emmanuelle Timmermans, Trade and
Tourism jointly organised a destination training workshop in association Investment Commissioner from AWEX said, “We realised that even regular
with Maratha Chamber of Commerce Industry and Agriculture and TAAP in visitors to Belgium are not always aware of some of the hidden gems of
Pune, recently. The presentation highlighted the hidden gems of Belgium. Belgium. One of those is the new sensational city of Dinant, which was voted
one of Europe’s Best Destinations in 2019.”
She highlighted the most popular tourist attractions in Wallonia. Talking
on Belgium’s promotional goals for 2019 and 2020, Timmermans said,
“We would like to attract an increased number of visitors from India to our
Region. Wallonia tourism is truly hidden as many truths are unknown to the
world. Tourism trends are changing now, tourists believe more in unique
experiences such as amazing activities, beautiful memories and mysterious
places. Wallonia is one destination for all generation group and for all type
of tourism interests let it be, FIT, Luxury, family, MICE or educational tourism,
Wallonia has lots to offer to everyone.”
Botswana implored to adopt the MICE
strategy for the development
According to a recent report, MICE can make its potential benefits for Botswana is not only
Botswana a leading tourism destination, an African desirable, but also needful,” she added while
diamond capital and contribute to sustainable commenting that the growth of such segment had
tourism development, African Tourism Partners, made the development of MICE tourism relevant.
Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Kwakye Dankor Botswana was strengthened revenue could
has said. Speaking during the MICE symposium be earned and unemployment would be solved.
in Gaborone on June 3, 2019, Dankor said that Dankor pointed out that there was a lack of
worldwide practice showed that every fourth appreciation and understanding for the tourism trends in tourists’ demands created possibilities
individual out of tens of millions people goes abroad industry saying other countries especially the for many countries to be competitive in the
on a business trip once in a while. “International Asian and European countries had made the international market, adding that business travel
practice in Meetings, Incentives, Congresses, tourism industry a priority hence they received managers expected business travel to increase in
Exhibitions (MICE) tourism development and more arrivals of tourists. She stated that the new the coming years.
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IMEX FRANKFURT 2019
Redefining Purpose
and Partnerships
The worldwide exhibition for incentive travel,
meetings and events return to Frankfurt that
recreated a wider platform for the top MICE
players across the globe between May 21 and 23
2019, bringing together destinations, venues, tech
providers and more, recently at Messe Frankfurt,
Germany. Among the many exhibitors, New Zealand,
Senses of Cuba, Barcelona Convention Bureau, Visit
Brussels, Kempinski Hotels, Melia Hotels and Latvia.
During the three days of the trade show, planners
met with more than 3,500 suppliers from every
sector of the global meetings and events industry.
The event has been hailed as a success with
over and above 300 international key MICE players concern that greenwashing and the perception of preshow education day, ‘EduMonday’ that took
attending. Guests enjoyed networking with key events as wasteful and could decrease demand place on May 20 included ‘She Means Business’ - a
industry professionals and also experience a real for events in the future, particularly if these issues conference celebrating the role of women in the
hologram in action, sharing thoughts on the present become a political focal point around the world. A meetings industry. EduMonday began with a keynote
as well as the future MICE event technologies, common refrain across IMEX Frankfurt has been speaker after which, the programme offered
as well as win unique round trip to Oman. not only the value of events to destinations but also learning opportunities in the industry in both
IMEX Frankfurt 2019 was hosted at the Mantis the narrative that the sector will continue to grow German and English. Also, on May 21, Ovation Global
Roofgarden, Frankfurt. quickly in a time of relative economic uncertainty. DMC, Marriott International, Dorier Group and Oman
At IMEX Frankfurt this year, the usual parade of Not everyone buys into this narrative, though. Tourism Board (Ministry of Oman) hosted the second
promotion and celebration was on display around The four-day event of 2019’s edition of IMEX in edition of ‘TechnOvation’, the only tech after work
the show floor. Concern about the industry’s Frankfurt also featured many of the content ideas event at IMEX Frankfurt. Marriott International
future, though, was common in discussion with and feedback, received this year. Reflecting current together with Oman Tourism also offered a prize
leaders, particularly in the areas of sustainability trends within the events industry and the world of direct flight and accommodation for three-days
and the health of group bookings overall. This year, at large, topics such as diversity and inclusion, and night stay in the fabulous W Muscat in Oman,
sustainability became a stronger focus for the collaboration and co-creation plus the circular part of Marriott International. This prize enables the
meetings and events sector but some raised the economy were explored. In addition to this, IMEX’s winner to experience first-hand one of the premium
destinations offered by Ovation Global DMC.
IMEX Chairman Ray Bloom described the 2019
show in Frankfurt, which drew to a close on 23
May, as “an outstanding week of business, learning
and experiences to stir the imagination”. The
IMEX Chairman claimed the show as the largest
ever IMEX. “There had been approximately 4,500
exhibitors and 3,800 hosted buyers”, he said. IMEX
CEO Carina Bauer picked that the experiences in the
new Discovery Zone and fresh ideas in the Red Lab
and the new technology as show standouts. The
social side of the show included a five-kilometre
IMEXrun, Association Evening and SITE Nite, while
the gala dinner saw major industry awards handed
out. The dates for 2020’s version of IMEX Frankfurt
got announced as on May 12 to 14, 2020.
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