GIBTM 2008 Unveils Its Global Research Results At The Show

GIBTM 2008 Unveils Its Global Research Results At The Show The results of the region’s second Industry Survey will be presented on the first day of the show.
Home Brisbane Takes Centre Stage with International Conventions Brisbane has been selected to host a number of major international conventions ... Brisbane Takes Centre Stage with International Conventions Brisbane has been selected to host a number of major international conventions ... Cape Town and Dubai Join BestCities Alliance BestCities.net has added two new partners, boosting representation within the... Cape Town and Dubai Join BestCities Alliance BestCities.net has added two new partners, boosting representation within the... Cape Town and Dubai Join BestCities Alliance BestCities.net has added two new partners, boosting representation within the... Johannesburg's Convention Centers: The Four Big Ones Johannesburg is unique in having four major venues as other cities only have one... Johannesburg's Convention Centers: The Four Big Ones Johannesburg is unique in having four major venues as other cities only have one... Crystal Palace Builds New Conference Room Crystal Palace Hotel will have a new conference room with a... Crystal Palace Builds New Conference Room Crystal Palace Hotel will have a new conference room with a... Joburg's Status as Conference Hub Grows Since the city's successful hosting of the Rugby and Cricket World Cups, and the... Joburg's Status as Conference Hub Grows Since the city's successful hosting of the Rugby and Cricket World Cups, and the... IDI Named US Johannesburg CVB Sales/Service Office International Destinations, Inc. has been selected to be the North American sales... IDI Named US Johannesburg CVB Sales/Service Office International Destinations, Inc. has been selected to be the North American sales... Johannesburg Tourism Company Joins the Broadband Boom The Johannesburg Tourism Company has recently launched their own website as... Johannesburg Tourism Company Joins the Broadband Boom The Johannesburg Tourism Company has recently launched their own website as... For The Second Consecutive Year, Cititravel Spain Was Awarded The Title of Best DMC ! On an annual basis, M&IT magazine recognises excellence within the industry by... For The Second Consecutive Year, Cititravel Spain Was Awarded The Title of Best DMC ! On an annual basis, M&IT magazine recognises excellence within the industry by... For The Second Consecutive Year, Cititravel Spain Was Awarded The Title of Best DMC ! On an annual basis, M&IT magazine recognises excellence within the industry by... Johannesburg Aims to Host International Gay Games The Johannesburg Bid to stage the eighth Gay Games Sports and Cultural Festival will... Johannesburg Aims to Host International Gay Games The Johannesburg Bid to stage the eighth Gay Games Sports and Cultural Festival will... 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JMIC Launches Web Site for "Profile and Power" Program The Joint Meetings Industry Council (JMIC) announced that they have created a new... JMIC Launches Web Site for "Profile and Power" Program The Joint Meetings Industry Council (JMIC) announced that they have created a new... National FFA Organization Selects Register123 FFA signs eight-year contract with Certain Software to use its online registration... National FFA Organization Selects Register123 FFA signs eight-year contract with Certain Software to use its online registration... Brisbane Marketing Appoints New Convention Staff Brisbane Marketing’s Director of Business Development Paul Lewin has welcomed two new... Brisbane Marketing Appoints New Convention Staff Brisbane Marketing’s Director of Business Development Paul Lewin has welcomed two new... ACTE Tackles The Meeting Industry & Turns An Eye Toward Procurement The Association of Corporate Travel Executives (ACTE) on June 2 will move... ACTE Tackles The Meeting Industry & Turns An Eye Toward Procurement The Association of Corporate Travel Executives (ACTE) on June 2 will move... A New Era For Business Tourism In Lyon In 2007, one year after its extension, the Lyon Convention Centre has taken on a new dimension. A New Era For Business Tourism In Lyon In 2007, one year after its extension, the Lyon Convention Centre has taken on a new dimension. A New Era For Business Tourism In Lyon In 2007, one year after its extension, the Lyon Convention Centre has taken on a new dimension. Cartagena De Indias To Host MITM Americas 2008 The fourteenth edition of MITM Americas, Meetings and Incentive Trade Market, will take place in Cartagena de Indias, Colombia. Cartagena De Indias To Host MITM Americas 2008 The fourteenth edition of MITM Americas, Meetings and Incentive Trade Market, will take place in Cartagena de Indias, Colombia. SITE NITE: The Incentive Industry Gathers To Celebrate 35 Years SITE NITE, to be held in Chicago on 22 September 2008, the night before the opening of The Motivation Show has been designed as a time of celebration and unity. SITE NITE: The Incentive Industry Gathers To Celebrate 35 Years SITE NITE, to be held in Chicago on 22 September 2008, the night before the opening of The Motivation Show has been designed as a time of celebration and unity. Orlando CVB Unveils $3.5 Million Marketing Campaign Dubbed "Orlando, Where Creative Minds Meet," the $3.5 million campaign is designed to keep Orlando among the top U.S. markets for the meetings and convention business. Orlando CVB Unveils $3.5 Million Marketing Campaign Dubbed "Orlando, Where Creative Minds Meet," the $3.5 million campaign is designed to keep Orlando among the top U.S. markets for the meetings and convention business. EFAPCO Extends Its Global Network Julio Abreu addresses the tricky subject of “Challenges for PCOs in the 21st Century” to delegates attending the 25th Annual Congress of COCAL in Montevideo, Uruguay. EFAPCO Extends Its Global Network Julio Abreu addresses the tricky subject of “Challenges for PCOs in the 21st Century” to delegates attending the 25th Annual Congress of COCAL in Montevideo, Uruguay. EFAPCO Extends Its Global Network Julio Abreu addresses the tricky subject of “Challenges for PCOs in the 21st Century” to delegates attending the 25th Annual Congress of COCAL in Montevideo, Uruguay. Meet Europe: How To Make A Journey All Over Europe In A Single Day European Cities Marketing (ECM) organized another “Meet Europe” event, this time in Brussels, Belgium. Meet Europe: How To Make A Journey All Over Europe In A Single Day European Cities Marketing (ECM) organized another “Meet Europe” event, this time in Brussels, Belgium. Explore Portland (DMC) Fills Void In Oregon’s Tourism Industry New Full Service Destination and Event Management Company spins off from 30-year company to maximize value and minimize hassle for meeting and event planner. Explore Portland (DMC) Fills Void In Oregon’s Tourism Industry New Full Service Destination and Event Management Company spins off from 30-year company to maximize value and minimize hassle for meeting and event planner. Tara Thomas, CMP, Explore Portland Planning Partners Achieves DMCP Status Tara Thomas, CMP, was recently awarded the Destination Management Certified Professional (DMCP) classification by the Association of Destination Management Professionals. Tara Thomas, CMP, Explore Portland Planning Partners Achieves DMCP Status Tara Thomas, CMP, was recently awarded the Destination Management Certified Professional (DMCP) classification by the Association of Destination Management Professionals. MPI To Introduce New Spotme® Devices At European Meetings And Events Conference Meeting Professionals International (MPI) will introduce the award winning New Spotme devices at its European Meetings and Events Conference in London during April. MPI To Introduce New Spotme® Devices At European Meetings And Events Conference Meeting Professionals International (MPI) will introduce the award winning New Spotme devices at its European Meetings and Events Conference in London during April. MPI To Introduce New Spotme® Devices At European Meetings And Events Conference Meeting Professionals International (MPI) will introduce the award winning New Spotme devices at its European Meetings and Events Conference in London during April. MPI To Introduce New Spotme® Devices At European Meetings And Events Conference Meeting Professionals International (MPI) will introduce the award winning New Spotme devices at its European Meetings and Events Conference in London during April. Research Experts Launch STR Global Three of the most successful names in the market - Smith Travel Research (STR), Deloitte’s HotelBenchmark™ and The Bench - have launched STR Global. Research Experts Launch STR Global Three of the most successful names in the market - Smith Travel Research (STR), Deloitte’s HotelBenchmark™ and The Bench - have launched STR Global. Research Experts Launch STR Global Three of the most successful names in the market - Smith Travel Research (STR), Deloitte’s HotelBenchmark™ and The Bench - have launched STR Global. MPI & ACTE Co-locate Gulf Events The Association of Corporate Travel Executives (ACTE) is co-locating it’s Executive Forum with Meeting Professionals International’s (MPI) first Gulf Meetings and Events Conference. MPI & ACTE Co-locate Gulf Events The Association of Corporate Travel Executives (ACTE) is co-locating it’s Executive Forum with Meeting Professionals International’s (MPI) first Gulf Meetings and Events Conference. UK IMEX Delegates Make Their Flights To Frankfurt Carbon Neutral UK hosted buyers are being invited to carbon offset their flights to Frankfurt, courtesy of Rotterdam and The Hague. UK IMEX Delegates Make Their Flights To Frankfurt Carbon Neutral UK hosted buyers are being invited to carbon offset their flights to Frankfurt, courtesy of Rotterdam and The Hague. UK IMEX Delegates Make Their Flights To Frankfurt Carbon Neutral UK hosted buyers are being invited to carbon offset their flights to Frankfurt, courtesy of Rotterdam and The Hague. UK IMEX Delegates Make Their Flights To Frankfurt Carbon Neutral UK hosted buyers are being invited to carbon offset their flights to Frankfurt, courtesy of Rotterdam and The Hague. New Clarion Congress Hotel In Prague Opened The hotel has five hundred and fifty-nine rooms and over two and a half thousand congress or conference spaces. New Clarion Congress Hotel In Prague Opened The hotel has five hundred and fifty-nine rooms and over two and a half thousand congress or conference spaces. New Sarawak CVB Website Offers Online Support For Meeting Planners The new look corporate web site acts as a one stop destination portal for local and international meeting planners. New Sarawak CVB Website Offers Online Support For Meeting Planners The new look corporate web site acts as a one stop destination portal for local and international meeting planners. “Responsible Meetings” Theme Of National Meetings Industry Week In Finland The theme of the third annual National Meetings Industry Week to be held in Finland and organised by Finland Convention Bureau will be “Responsible Meetings”. “Responsible Meetings” Theme Of National Meetings Industry Week In Finland The theme of the third annual National Meetings Industry Week to be held in Finland and organised by Finland Convention Bureau will be “Responsible Meetings”. Free Internet For Events At Radisson The Rezidor Hotel Group announced free high-speed Internet access for all participants of meetings and events in a Radisson SAS hotel in Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Free Internet For Events At Radisson The Rezidor Hotel Group announced free high-speed Internet access for all participants of meetings and events in a Radisson SAS hotel in Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Sydney Told To Look To China For MICE Growth Some of Australia’s leading business events figures met in Sydney at a special forum to discuss how Sydney can attract more global business events and the challenges the industry faces. Sydney Told To Look To China For MICE Growth Some of Australia’s leading business events figures met in Sydney at a special forum to discuss how Sydney can attract more global business events and the challenges the industry faces. ICC Berlin Nearly Booked Up For 2008 Its conference calendar has 81 large-scale congresses scheduled for 2008 and 2009 alone, with around 320,000 attendees. ICC Berlin Nearly Booked Up For 2008 Its conference calendar has 81 large-scale congresses scheduled for 2008 and 2009 alone, with around 320,000 attendees. Mandarin Oriental, Manila Launches Special Meetings Package With its Meet East package for either residential or daily meetings, the Mandarin Oriental, Manila is hoping to respond to the modern-day business demands of its customers. Mandarin Oriental, Manila Launches Special Meetings Package With its Meet East package for either residential or daily meetings, the Mandarin Oriental, Manila is hoping to respond to the modern-day business demands of its customers. Events To Drive Stronger UAE-China Trade Ties China continues to play a significant role in trade events that are focused on priority sectors for Dubai. Events To Drive Stronger UAE-China Trade Ties China continues to play a significant role in trade events that are focused on priority sectors for Dubai. Kimpton Hotels Signs On To StarCite Small Meeting Solution Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, a leading collection of boutique hotels throughout the United States and Canada, has signed on to StarCite's Small Meeting Solution. Kimpton Hotels Signs On To StarCite Small Meeting Solution Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, a leading collection of boutique hotels throughout the United States and Canada, has signed on to StarCite's Small Meeting Solution. Kimpton Hotels Signs On To StarCite Small Meeting Solution Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants, a leading collection of boutique hotels throughout the United States and Canada, has signed on to StarCite's Small Meeting Solution. Spectacular New Convention Centre In The Heart Of Europe The Monarch Hotel attracts visitors from all over the world to the Bavarian resort town of Bad Goegging - Munich with a modern international Convention Center. Spectacular New Convention Centre In The Heart Of Europe The Monarch Hotel attracts visitors from all over the world to the Bavarian resort town of Bad Goegging - Munich with a modern international Convention Center. The Budapest Congress And World Trade Center Completes A 10 million Euro Makeover Offering a main room for up to 2000 people, 18 additional meeting rooms, exhibition space and the 4 star hotel facilities of the renewed Novotel Budapest Congress the complex offers everything under one roof and one management. The Budapest Congress And World Trade Center Completes A 10 million Euro Makeover Offering a main room for up to 2000 people, 18 additional meeting rooms, exhibition space and the 4 star hotel facilities of the renewed Novotel Budapest Congress the complex offers everything under one roof and one management. Business Visits And Events Partnership Adds New Member Conference Centres of Excellence becomes the first new additional member of the Business Visits and Events Partnership, formerly the Business Tourism Partnership. Business Visits And Events Partnership Adds New Member Conference Centres of Excellence becomes the first new additional member of the Business Visits and Events Partnership, formerly the Business Tourism Partnership. TEC Video Embraces High Definition Technology Whether 2008 is the breakthrough year in South Africa, or whether we’ll have to wait a bit longer, it seems as if HDTV is here to stay. TEC Video Embraces High Definition Technology Whether 2008 is the breakthrough year in South Africa, or whether we’ll have to wait a bit longer, it seems as if HDTV is here to stay. Trinity Students Present CVB Project In Greece’s Crete vA student group from Trinity International School of Tourism Management in Greece presented a project for the establishment of a Convention & Visitor Bureau for the Municipality of Hersonissos. Trinity Students Present CVB Project In Greece’s Crete vA student group from Trinity International School of Tourism Management in Greece presented a project for the establishment of a Convention & Visitor Bureau for the Municipality of Hersonissos. CIC Welcomes New Member Organizations The Green Meeting Industry Council (GMIC) and the International Association of Professional Congress Organizers (IAPCO) join the Convention Industry Council (CIC). CIC Welcomes New Member Organizations The Green Meeting Industry Council (GMIC) and the International Association of Professional Congress Organizers (IAPCO) join the Convention Industry Council (CIC). Focus On Environmental Responsibility Within Finnish Meetings Industry Finland Convention Bureau (FCB) has carried out the first survey of its kind in Finland into corporate social responsibility within the meetings industry. Focus On Environmental Responsibility Within Finnish Meetings Industry Finland Convention Bureau (FCB) has carried out the first survey of its kind in Finland into corporate social responsibility within the meetings industry. Focus On Environmental Responsibility Within Finnish Meetings Industry Finland Convention Bureau (FCB) has carried out the first survey of its kind in Finland into corporate social responsibility within the meetings industry. New Infrastructure Developments Enhance Meeting Friendly City Following the recent trend of increased hotel construction throughout Europe, Aberdeen, Scotland is flourishing with new infrastructure developments, including several major hotel developments. New Infrastructure Developments Enhance Meeting Friendly City Following the recent trend of increased hotel construction throughout Europe, Aberdeen, Scotland is flourishing with new infrastructure developments, including several major hotel developments. Qatar Captures International Interest Opening in 2010, the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC) will feature a 2,500-seat auditorium, 500 seat theatre, 15 meeting rooms, a multi-purpose hall for 4,000 and expansive exhibition space. Qatar Captures International Interest Opening in 2010, the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC) will feature a 2,500-seat auditorium, 500 seat theatre, 15 meeting rooms, a multi-purpose hall for 4,000 and expansive exhibition space. Qatar Captures International Interest Opening in 2010, the Qatar National Convention Centre (QNCC) will feature a 2,500-seat auditorium, 500 seat theatre, 15 meeting rooms, a multi-purpose hall for 4,000 and expansive exhibition space. Cape Town Offers Fresh, New Alternative For Business Travel In The Middle East Cape Town and the Western Cape province of South Africa, as a sought-after meetings, incentives, conference and events destination, is entering new markets. Cape Town Offers Fresh, New Alternative For Business Travel In The Middle East Cape Town and the Western Cape province of South Africa, as a sought-after meetings, incentives, conference and events destination, is entering new markets. AMC v. PCO: Similarities and Differences? The on-going debate amongst Local PCOs, Core PCOs and AMCs continued during the IAPCO and AMC Joint Seminar on this week. AMC v. PCO: Similarities and Differences? The on-going debate amongst Local PCOs, Core PCOs and AMCs continued during the IAPCO and AMC Joint Seminar on this week. Singapore’s Formula 1 Grand Prix Draws Visitors At ATM 2008 Replica of First-Ever F1 Night Circuit Steals Spotlight at Exhibition. Singapore’s Formula 1 Grand Prix Draws Visitors At ATM 2008 Replica of First-Ever F1 Night Circuit Steals Spotlight at Exhibition. Meetings Technology Expo Chicago Makes Planners Experts in One Day MTE 2008 Series Delivers Technology Knowledge, Networking, and Hands-On Tech Demos. Meetings Technology Expo Chicago Makes Planners Experts in One Day MTE 2008 Series Delivers Technology Knowledge, Networking, and Hands-On Tech Demos. Meetings Technology Expo Chicago Makes Planners Experts in One Day MTE 2008 Series Delivers Technology Knowledge, Networking, and Hands-On Tech Demos. Amanresorts And GHM To Create Unique Lifestyle Resort In Dubai Leaders in Luxury Hospitality Collaborate on Signature Development at the Helm of Dubai’s Landmark Commercial Destination. Amanresorts And GHM To Create Unique Lifestyle Resort In Dubai Leaders in Luxury Hospitality Collaborate on Signature Development at the Helm of Dubai’s Landmark Commercial Destination. Hyatt Hotels To Dramatically Increase Number Of Global Properties “Hyatt will continue to grow significantly over the next decade, the number of worldwide properties expected to double in the next five years.“ Hyatt Hotels To Dramatically Increase Number Of Global Properties “Hyatt will continue to grow significantly over the next decade, the number of worldwide properties expected to double in the next five years.“ Hyatt Hotels To Dramatically Increase Number Of Global Properties “Hyatt will continue to grow significantly over the next decade, the number of worldwide properties expected to double in the next five years.“ JMIC Unity Award for 2008 Announced Hans Friis of Brähler ICS announced winner of the 2008 Joint Meetings Industry Council (JMIC) award. JMIC Unity Award for 2008 Announced Hans Friis of Brähler ICS announced winner of the 2008 Joint Meetings Industry Council (JMIC) award. JMIC Unity Award for 2008 Announced Hans Friis of Brähler ICS announced winner of the 2008 Joint Meetings Industry Council (JMIC) award. Amsterdam RAI Builds For The Future Amsterdam RAI achieved a net turnover of € 133.3 million in 2007, which was 15.3% more than in 2006. Amsterdam RAI Builds For The Future Amsterdam RAI achieved a net turnover of € 133.3 million in 2007, which was 15.3% more than in 2006. Is Your Meeting Running Out of Gas? Spice Up Local Meetings in times of Economic Downturn. Is Your Meeting Running Out of Gas? Spice Up Local Meetings in times of Economic Downturn. Bavaria Executive Suites Dubai Appoints Director Of Sales - MICE Mr Savio Marker announced as Director of Sales – MICE at Bavaria Executive Suites Dubai. Bavaria Executive Suites Dubai Appoints Director Of Sales - MICE Mr Savio Marker announced as Director of Sales – MICE at Bavaria Executive Suites Dubai. HKECE To Host Asia’s Two Biggest Conferences The Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC), will host the World Ophthalmology Congress 2008 and Evolution – Asia Yoga Conference in June and July 2008. HKECE To Host Asia’s Two Biggest Conferences The Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC), will host the World Ophthalmology Congress 2008 and Evolution – Asia Yoga Conference in June and July 2008. HKECE To Host Asia’s Two Biggest Conferences The Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Centre (HKCEC), will host the World Ophthalmology Congress 2008 and Evolution – Asia Yoga Conference in June and July 2008. Encore Opens In The USA Australian destination management company Encore Business Tourism (ENCORE) has opened a sales and marketing office in the USA headed by Matthew Jones. Encore Opens In The USA Australian destination management company Encore Business Tourism (ENCORE) has opened a sales and marketing office in the USA headed by Matthew Jones. Hat Trick Award Win Leads To Hall Of Fame For GCCEC Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre Wins National MEA Award. Hat Trick Award Win Leads To Hall Of Fame For GCCEC Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre Wins National MEA Award. ICC Durban Voted " Africa 's Leading Conference Centre" International Convention Centre, Durban (ICC Durban) has been awarded 'Africa's Leading Conference Centre' for the 7th year running at the World Travel Awards Africa ceremony. ICC Durban Voted " Africa 's Leading Conference Centre" International Convention Centre, Durban (ICC Durban) has been awarded 'Africa's Leading Conference Centre' for the 7th year running at the World Travel Awards Africa ceremony. Green Globe Benchmark Endorsement For Brisbane Convention Centre The Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre (BCEC) has achieved international benchmarking status for its commitment to the environment. Green Globe Benchmark Endorsement For Brisbane Convention Centre The Brisbane Convention & Exhibition Centre (BCEC) has achieved international benchmarking status for its commitment to the environment. American Gentry (DMC) Expands Into Orlando Market American Gentry Destination Management Company finds niche with international market visiting U.S. American Gentry (DMC) Expands Into Orlando Market American Gentry Destination Management Company finds niche with international market visiting U.S. Dublin Wins Another Major International Conference The International Statistical Institute (ISI) will be holding its biannual session at Dublin’s new centre in August, 2011. Dublin Wins Another Major International Conference The International Statistical Institute (ISI) will be holding its biannual session at Dublin’s new centre in August, 2011.	The results of the region’s second Industry Survey carried out by the Gulf Incentive, Business Travel & Meetings Exhibition (GIBTM) taking place at ADNEC in Abu Dhabi, will be presented during a keynote session at GIBTM 2008 on the first day of the show, Tuesday April 8th at 13.00hrs. The research has been undertaken during January and February 2008 in conjunction with meetme NPI Publishing and Reed Travel Exhibitions, both sent to their combined regional and global databases of international meeting planners and suppliers. The survey was also available online on the event’s website after the seminar session. The seminar session will present the findings which will show several key economic indicators including; how buyers expect to place forthcoming business in the region, the volume of events they are planning to organise in 2008; the popularity of the Gulf, Middle East and North Africa destinations will be scrutinised with the top five most popular destinations unveiled; plus the projected top destinations chosen to hold business events in the next 12 months. The research also identifies the key influencing factors that sway buyers decisions when placing international events. Last year this part of the research revealed that cost and quality of accommodation were the main top two criteria. Paul Kennedy MBE, Group Exhibition Director commented: “This annual research is a key economic indicator for a sector of business tourism that has grown exponentially in the region over the past few years. The results will reveal some significant business patterns and identify how international and regional buyers and planners select their preferred destinations, venues and suppliers and which countries within the Gulf Region are the most popular choices and why". This seminar is free of charge to all visitors at GIBTM 2008 on Tuesday April 8th at 13.00hrs in Capital Suite 1. The second Gulf Incentive, Business Travel & Meetings Exhibition (GIBTM) is taking place from 8-10 April 2008 at the Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Company Centre (ADNEC).
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