DESTINATION REPORTS

City of Culture (11-Feb-2009)

Jordan offers corporate groups a unique blend of meeting and incentive travel options in a country with a rich history and deep religious roots. Claire Hill takes a look at the capital city Amman, one of the world’s most ancient civilisations

Far Eastern promise (11-Feb-2009)
Eager to ride out the economic storm and power above its rivals, the Hong Kong Tourism Board is pulling out all the stops to ensure the meetings and exhibition industry doesn’t falter amid turbulent times. Claire Hill reports from this dynamic city READ MORE...

Capital Retreat (11-Feb-2009)
With vast plains of unspoilt desert, rugged mountain scenery coupled with ambitious plans for the MICE industry, Abu Dhabi provides the perfect setting for a business getaway. Claire Hill looks at what the emirate has to offer and reveals the plans on its horizon READ MORE...

The lion roars (15-Dec-2008)
The Southeast Asian island of Singapore has some incredibly ambitious plans for the MICE industry. Not content with already being recognised as one of the best conference cities in Asia, work has begun on building two unprecedented integrated resorts. Claire Hill visited this tropical green haven to explore its meeting venues and reveals what’s in store for the future READ MORE...

Mega metropolis (15-Dec-2008)
The term MICE is a relatively unknown term in Mumbai, but this bustling city welcomes any corporate group with an interest in exploring its rich and varied history. Jethu Abraham checks out the facilities on offer in one of the world’s most populated urban hubs READ MORE...

Oriental persuasion (15-Dec-2008)
Shanghai is one of China’s most commercial cities and is so full of life it’s practically bursting at the seams in terms of culture, attractions and people. Its sheer scale and variety make it a strong contender as a MICE destination. Claire Hill details some of the highlights on offer READ MORE...

Unspoiled Arabia (15-Oct-2008)
Once the Middle East’s answer to a serene family getaway, Oman is now increasingly being chosen by corporate groups as a relaxed setting for high-profile meetings. Jethu Abraham reports READ MORE...

Ancient wonders (15-Oct-2008)
The tales and mystery surrounding Cairo make it a fascinating MICE destination. Delegates can sit back in five-star luxury as they marvel at the wonders of this heritage-rich city. Claire Hill takes a glimpse past the mighty pyramids and into the heart of this legendary capital READ MORE...

Celtic connections (15-Oct-2008)
Known as the fair city, Dublin certainly has more than its fair share of fantastic meetings venues. Colette Doyle takes a trip to the Irish capital and has a look round some inspired options for your next corporate event READ MORE...

An inspiring destination (15-Oct-2008)
With its exciting mix of traditional life and modern facilities designed to blend in with the picturesque landscape, Thailand is justifiably basking in its position as one of the most sought-after incentive destinations in Southeast Asia. Jethu Abraham reports READ MORE...

The pleasure principle (15-Oct-2008)
Why not inject some adrenaline into your company’s next corporate event by blasting off into space or away into fantasyland? Claire Hill investigates six thrilling venues that are waiting to take your MICE group to a whole new world READ MORE...

Twice as nice (13-Aug-2008)
Imagine attending a meeting within the plush interiors of Dubai’s Madinat Jumeirah and then just 90 minutes later diving beneath the deep blue waters of the Arabian Gulf. Jethu Abraham discovers some great MICE combinations across the globe READ MORE...

Winning formula (12-Aug-2008)
Few market sectors are as intrinsically important to Bahrain as the meetings and events industry, and more capacity is earmarked to keep up with the spiralling demand, reports Dominic Ellis READ MORE...

Magic Kingdom (12-Aug-2008)
To outsiders, Brunei is a country where the wealth of the king is probably more famous than the destination itself. The kingdom may not have been noted as a MICE destination previously, but it is now emerging as a place of potential interest for meetings – and it has an intriguing incentive offer too, says Jethu Abraham READ MORE...

Rural retreat (12-Aug-2008)
Renowned as God’s own country, the coastal strip of India that is Kerala is now aiming to become an event organiser’s first choice as well, discovers Jethu Abraham READ MORE...

The past preserved (3-Jun-2008)
Jordan is a country where history is not just relegated to the textbooks. The destination can count a number of cities that display an astonishing assortment of proud relics from its past. Middle East Mice & Events explores Jordan’s national treasures READ MORE...

A strong foundation (3-Jun-2008)
The recently founded Qatar MICE Development Institute is forging ahead to develop Qatar as a meetings and events destination par excellence, says Jethu Abraham READ MORE...

Best of British (3-Jun-2008)
Due to its infinite variety and endless visitor attractions, London might appear initially to be the ideal choice for MICE groups as far as the UK is concerned. But the north of England, plus Scotland and Wales, all offer superb venues and world-class installations definitely worthy of a second look, as Chris Breese discovers READ MORE...

Island itinerary (3-Jun-2008)
Executive groups are bound to find the Maldives a relaxing yet exhilarating destination. Sarah Hollyer reports on the MICE market potential of this Indian Ocean idyll READ MORE...

Six of the best (3-Jun-2008)
While there are numerous venues in Cyprus that boast impressive conferencing facilities and high standards of service, Middle East MICE & Events has narrowed the field down to the following six properties READ MORE...

Middle Eastern promise (3-Jun-2008)
Sri Lanka is making its first foray into the Gulf’s MICE market with the imminent opening of a new tourism office in Dubai. Organisers will find that the size of this small island belies the infinite variety of meetings and incentive options that the destination has to offer, reports Jethu Abraham READ MORE...

Mighty Aphrodite (3-Jun-2008)
Be it a full-scale conference for more than a thousand people or an innovative incentive programme that is destined to create some unforgettable memories, Cyprus is proving to be a popular MICE destination. Jethu Abraham visited the Mediterranean island to find out more READ MORE...

Berlin beckons (1-Apr-2008)
David Watson explores the brave new world of Berlin. The city may have been divided in the past, but today it is united by futuristic vision of the future. Surreal architecture is just the start… READ MORE...

Outer Africa (1-Apr-2008)
Tunis offers a techicolour big screen clash of cultural influences. Roman ruins provide the backdrop, the Mediterranean the inspiration, souk sellers and farmers are the stars and the musical score sounds frighteningly like 50 Cent. Andy Round avoids dancing on the table READ MORE...

Alexandria the great (4-Feb-2008)
With history that dates back to the time of Alexander the great, and less congestion and pollution than Cairo, Kevin Cole visits Alexandria to find out what this Egyptomania fuss is all about READ MORE...