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Making the right connection
(11-Feb-2009)
Conferences are becoming increasingly interactive thanks to the latest innovative technology. Claire Hill gets the lowdown on the hot gadgets that have meeting planners talking
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Mountain meetings
(15-Dec-2008)
Ski resorts offer fantastic opportunities for team building, meetings and incentive breaks. With the season in full swing, this is a great time to visit the Alps, or perhaps try out the pistes right here in the Middle East. Claire Hill heads for the slopes
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Rallying the troops
(15-Dec-2008)
Sometimes company morale falls a bit flat, colleagues feel deflated and it can be a struggle to get them through the day. If that’s true of your office, then consider putting your staff through their paces at a specialised business boot camp. Claire Hill tries out the latest corporate craze
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Spreading the word
(15-Dec-2008)
Dubai’s corporate travel market is constantly evolving with new and innovative ideas continuously coming on to the scene. Jethu Abraham talks to representatives from MMI Travel to find out their stance on the ever-changing incentives industry
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Design for living
(15-Dec-2008)
Dave Crane has been working in the MICE industry for 12 years but five years ago he decided to train as a life designer. He now helps businesses and corporate groups discover their true potential and find that all-important work-life balance. Claire Hill met up with him to discuss how his hypnosis and neuro-linguistic training is helping transform staff in the business world
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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Par for the course
(12-Aug-2008)
Incentive organisers who want to create fun and memorable corporate programmes find that the tried-and-tested golf package works well for several reasons. The golf course remains a great focal point for team activities and it is one place where swinging a heavy club might mean the start of a bonding experience, as Middle East MICE finds out
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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
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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
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Venues par excellence
(4-Feb-2008)
There may be more than 40,000 golf courses globally, but where do you go if you really want to impress your clubhouse friends back home? Andreas Loizou tees off on some of the strangest courses in the corporate MICE world
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Tusk Force
(4-Feb-2008)
Andy Round saddles up his elephant and lumbers on to the polo pitch for a clash of the titans in Thailand
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Destination Management Companies
(1-Dec-2007)
David van der Meulen looks at what a DMC is, how they can add value and make a difference for visiting MICE groups
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Incredible Karnataka
(1-Oct-2007)
Jethu Abraham discovers an unforgettable incentive destination in India’s southern state of Karnataka
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The Golden Apple beckons
(1-Oct-2007)
A trip to Cyprus might be just the right MICE idea this season. Jethu Abraham reports
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To dive for
(1-Oct-2007)
The obvious appeal of gaining a diving qualification is that a new world of wonder suddenly opens up. But to become a true connoisseur diver you really need to go to the ends of the Earth, says Andy Round
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EIBTM
(1-Oct-2007)
The city of Gaudi is to play host to this year’s EIBTM 2007, the European meetings and incentives exhibition, and it looks set to continue its growth in size, visitor numbers and worldwide reputation. The venue may be Barcelona, but the world will be watching and attending.
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All work and no play?
(1-Aug-2007)
Salalah’s the place for a late summer meeting or incentive
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Paying for keeps
(1-Jun-2007)
Castles are essential if you need somewhere to fight your executive battles or help fortify your staff morale. Middle East MICE & Events checks out Europe’s best castle venues for invading MICE groups
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Going it alone
(1-May-2007)
Individual incentive travel is becoming a vital ingredient in a large percentage of traditional sales and dealer enticement programmes
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Setting trends
(1-May-2007)
Today hoteliers are thinking so outside the box that they are turning it upside down, inside out even ripping it up and starting again. Middle East MICE & Events examines the top 10 trends checking into a hotel room near you
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