Here's TTGmice's weekly round-up of MICE developments outside of Asia-Pacific.
Messe Frankfurt’s Hall 12 commences operations
Messe Frankfurt’s new Exhibition Hall 12 has been completed on the western grounds of the exhibition centre.
The hall boasts a total exhibition area of 16,800m2, with a hall height of 10 metres. The space can be divided further. The second level holds 13 offices. Other facilities include a multistorey carpark with 800 spaces, as well as two bistros that can seat 75 and 135 people respectively, and two restaurants that can seat around 200 each.
Air France debuts new lounge in Paris
Air France has opened a new business lounge in Hall L of Terminal 2 E at Paris-Charles de Gaulle Airport.
Facilities in the 3,158m2 space include a Clarins spa, two private saunas, sleep suites and a detox bar that offers massages for a fee. In addition, a bespoke cocktail menu created by Hotel Lancaster in Paris is available at Le Balcon – the lounge’s centrepiece dining room created by designer Mathieu Lehanneur.
Andaz to set up camp in the Caribbean
Hyatt Hotels has announced plans for Andaz Turks & Caicos at Grace Bay, a hotel and residences development expected to open in 2021.
This is the Andaz brand’s first property in the Caribbean, and it will be situated on the western end of Grace Bay Beach.
The resort will comprise two buildings – the 59-key hotel and the 74-unit branded residences – with co-located amenities. Andaz Turks & Caicos Residences at Grace Bay will include studios, one-bedroom, two-bedroom and three-bedroom units, as well as penthouses with four bedrooms. Facilities include a gym, outdoor yoga studio, spa, four restaurants and bars, as well as a function venue featuring panoramic views.
