Discover the perfect blend of business and leisure at Merusaka Nusa Dua

July 15, 2024

The Lobby Garden makes for a stunning backdrop for outdoor events

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Located on the serene shores of Bali’s southeastern end, Merusaka Nusa Dua stands out as a premier destination for Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE).

Combining world-class amenities with stunning natural beauty, the resort is designed to cater to both leisure and business travellers, offering a blend of relaxation and productivity.

Unmatched venues for every occasion

Merusaka Nusa Dua boasts a range of versatile venues inspired by the beautiful beaches of south Bali. The Mengiat Ballroom, named after the picturesque Mengiat Beach, is a grand space capable of accommodating over 1,000 guests, making it perfect for large-scale conferences, corporate events, and weddings.

For more intimate gatherings, the resort offers several other fully-equipped meeting rooms — Balangan, Pandawa, Suluban, Sawangan, and Padang-Padang. These rooms can be arranged in various styles including classroom, u-shape, or theatre, ensuring flexibility for any event needs. Additionally, the Melasti VIP Room provides an exclusive space for distinguished guests to relax and prepare.

Cutting-edge facilities

Each meeting room is equipped with the latest technology to support seamless presentations and communications. High-speed Wi-Fi, state-of-the-art audiovisual equipment, and professional support services ensure that every event runs smoothly. Whether hosting a high-stakes business meeting or an elaborate themed function, Merusaka Nusa Dua provides the tools and expertise to make every event a success.

Breathtaking outdoor venues

For those looking to host events with a touch of nature, Merusaka Nusa Dua offers stunning outdoor venues. The Main Garden can host more than 1,500 guests, providing a lush, expansive setting for gala dinners, receptions, and grand celebrations.

Ja’Jan by The Sea Garden, with its panoramic sea views, offers a picturesque backdrop for weddings and cocktail parties, whereas the Lobby Garden is ideal for private or personal events, offering an intimate setting surrounded by tropical beauty.

Tailored experiences

At Merusaka Nusa Dua, every event is tailored to meet the specific needs and desires of the host. The experienced event planning team works closely with clients to create bespoke experiences that leave lasting impressions. From large-scale conferences to intimate weddings, each event is executed with meticulous attention to detail.

A sanctuary for leisure and business

Beyond its exceptional event facilities, Merusaka Nusa Dua provides a tranquil retreat for guests. The beachfront location allows visitors to unwind and enjoy the natural beauty of Bali. Luxurious accommodations, world-class dining, and a range of recreational activities ensure that both business and leisure travellers have an unforgettable stay.

Merusaka Nusa Dua is more than just a venue; it is a sanctuary where business meets paradise. Its unique combination of advanced facilities and stunning natural settings makes it the ideal choice for MICE events in Bali. Whether planning a corporate retreat, a conference, or a special celebration, Merusaka Nusa Dua promises an extraordinary experience.

Meet the team at IT&CMA 2024

Merusaka Nusa Dua will be joining IT&CMA from September 24 to 26, 2024 in Bangkok, Thailand. This prestigious event is a fantastic opportunity to connect with industry leaders and explore our offerings in person. Meet the team at the event to discuss opportunities on how to make your next event truly exceptional.

Merusaka Nusa Dua

Ready to plan your next event in paradise? Visit Merusaka Nusa Dua WhatsApp +62-8113895552 or email merusaka.mice-grp@meruhotels.com for more information.

MCET paves the way for inclusive events with new Accessibility Action Plan

By TTGmice

July 12, 2024

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INSAR_20Conferenc_640 — Welcoming visitors from diverse backgrounds, MCET is committed to providing safe spaces to connect and engage

Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Trust (MCET), operators of Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre (MCEC) and the future Nyaal Banyul Geelong Convention and Event Centre have launched a new Accessibility Action Plan.

The Plan focuses on four key goals; improving employment opportunities for people with disabilities; improving access to goods, services and facilities at MCEC and Nyaal Banyul; collaborating with event organisers to ensure everyone can meaningfully participate and engage in events; and changing discriminatory attitudes, behaviours and practices.

Welcoming visitors from diverse backgrounds, MCET is committed to providing safe spaces to connect and engage

According to the World Health Organisation, 16 per cent of people worldwide have a severe disability, while almost 20 per cent of Australians have a disability according to the Australian Human Rights Commission. This is a significant number of people who experience barriers to accessing public spaces and events.

As such, the Accessibility Action Plan addresses physical and non-visible barriers.

For example, MCEC has a range of accessible features available to support visitors with mobility needs, vision impairment and assisted hearing.

MCEC’s new website launched last year was designed with inclusivity in mind, complying to WCAG 2.0 Level AA Accessibility Guidelines, and providing information about accessible features as well as virtual tours of the venue, allowing visitors to explore, navigate and plan their visit. Over the next three years, MCET has committed to further enhancing accessibility at the venue.

Construction of Nyaal Banyul, which is set to open on the Geelong waterfront in 2026 is currently underway. MCET is working closely with the Victorian Government and the consortium led by Plenary Conventions to ensure Universal Design principles are embedded throughout the venue, ensuring accessible gathering spaces for all who visit.

In addition, the Positive Impact Guide was launched last year to provide event organisers with tangible resources to embed corporate social responsibility into their events. The guide includes information on accommodations that can be made to support attendees, as well as partnerships with leading disability service providers, Travellers Aid and Alkira.

MCET’s Accessibility Action Plan was developed with input from people with lived experience along with expertise from accessibility consultants in the tourism industry. This included support from the City of Melbourne Business Capacity Program.

The Accessibility Action Plan has also been designed specifically with accessibility and reasonable reading levels in mind, and is available in Plain Language and Easy English formats on the website.

Centara Hotels & Resorts appoints GM for Maldives, Samui

By TTGmice

July 10, 2024

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Andrew Jansson has been named cluster general manager of the soon-to-be opened Centara Mirage Lagoon Maldives and Centara Grand Lagoon Maldives, while Neil Li joins is the new general manager of Centara Reserve Samui.

In his new role, Jansson will oversee the pre-opening and strategic development of Centara Grand Lagoon Maldives and Centara Mirage Lagoon Maldives. With nearly 30 years as a seasoned hospitality professional, Jansson has held leadership roles in 14 countries with renowned hotel chains such as Hyatt and Shangri-La.

Li brings over a decade of hotel management experience from top international five-star hotels in Shanghai, China. He was previously serving as assistant vice president at Shangri-La Circle.

Gateway Narita unveils plans for an R&D centre, conference facilities

By Kathryn Wortley

July 10, 2024

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A new 456,000m² multipurpose complex catering to business events and leisure travellers is set to open a three-minute drive from Narita International Airport in 2027.

The landmark facility of Gateway Narita will be the DigiDome, a high-specification arena designed for entertainment and business use. In addition to a 6,000m² screen, top-class audio-visual capabilities and seating for 5,000 pax, the dome will have showrooms and other spaces designed to host international meetings.

An aerial rendering of the new development

Another core aspect of the development will be a food technology R&D centre that aims to develop and promote Japanese food culture. Modelled on Food Valley, a region in the Netherlands where food companies and research institutes drive innovation in F&B, the centre aims to attract leading domestic and international food tech companies that can help grow the popularity of Japanese cuisine overseas by building a cold chain and expanding Japanese F&B exports.

The centre will house an international exhibition centre, an international conference centre and a kitchen studio – facilities that developers hope will be particularly attractive to business events and meetings related to F&B.

There will also be a test marketing restaurant where business and leisure visitors can try new dishes created by the food tech companies based at the centre before they are sold globally.

To support domestic and international visitors, Gateway Narita will also feature a hotel, whose rooms will be equipped with large screens displaying content from the DigiDome, and a large bus terminal designed to strengthen transport connections to stations nearby and to central Tokyo.

BEIA launches fresh website with planning tool

By TTGmice

July 10, 2024

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BEIA launches guide_640 — A screenshot of the new website

Business Events Industry Aotearoa (BEIA) has launched a new website for members and clients which includes a comprehensive digital planning tool.

Lisa Hopkins, BEIA chief executive said organisers will be able find everything they need to know about planning a business event in New Zealand.

For instance, event planners can find and select regions and suppliers based on their individual requirements.

Membership information, regional insights, news updates, events and programmes, industry stats and other useful resources can also be easily accessed via the new site.

This online planning tool replaces the printed Event Planners’ Guide, which has been produced for 30 years.

BEIA is inviting feedback on the new planning tool. Anyone interested in more information can contact BEIA’s member relationship manager, Nicky Tilsley.

Malaysia Airlines hosts inaugural summit

By TTGmice

July 10, 2024

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Captain_Izham_Ismail,_Group_Managing_Director_of_MAG_640 — Izham: commited to driving growth both domestically and globally

Malaysia Airlines recently hosted the largest airline trade event ever held in Malaysia, the first Malaysia Airlines Trade Elevation Summit 2024, in collaboration with Tourism Malaysia, and the Malaysia Convention & Exhibition Bureau (MyCEB).

This inaugural event, from June 24-26, 2024, brought together 300 delegates to Kuala Lumpur, including over 200 international attendees from 48 cities and 21 countries.

Izham: commited to driving growth both domestically and globally

The summit marked a significant milestone for Malaysia Airlines as it advances the goals of Visit Malaysia Year 2026, and positions Kuala Lumpur as a gateway for Asia and beyond, establishing Malaysia as a true South-east Asian tourism and aviation hub.

This event also underscored Malaysia Airlines’ commitment to leveraging its role as the national carrier to support national tourism objectives.

Group managing director of Malaysia Aviation Group (the parent company of Malaysia Airlines), captain Izham Ismail, commented that the group will continue to advance tourism objectives through strategic alliances, collaborate with travel agents worldwide, and local stakeholders like Tourism Malaysia and MyCEB.

The summit also featured the prestigious Golden Wau Awards, the first of its kind hand-made with the Golden Wau for top performing sales agents who demonstrated exceptional achievements in driving revenue.

By introducing this award, Malaysia Airlines aims to set new industry standards and inspire excellence among all trade partners, thereby significantly contributing to Malaysia Airlines’ growth and enhancing Malaysia’s presence on the global tourism stage.

Maximum engagement

By TTGmice

July 10, 2024

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Encore Event Technologies Incentive Program for Asian Paints India

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Event brief
Encore Event Technologies recently redefined personalised event experiences with a cutting-edge incentive programme for Asian Paints India, spanning across Australia and New Zealand.

The programme, which was the largest back-to-back activity event Encore has ever managed, served 700 top sellers from Asian Paints India with 16 hours of activities each day over a period of 10 days.

Event highlights
The mammoth event spanned from April 18 to May 2, 2024, taking place across multiple venues in Queenstown and Auckland, New Zealand, and included a special extension to Sydney in Australia for a select VIP group.

Over these two weeks, participants enjoyed a curated lineup of more than 32 events across 17 different venues, designed to immerse and ignite all the senses in unforgettable experiences tied to the theme of Unstoppable.

Participants were flown in two waves and treated to nine-day programmes that included team-building exercises, high teas, and themed gala dinners. These events were strategically aligned with the company’s objectives of celebration, brand engagement, and motivation for future sales achievements.

Technologically, the events showcased groundbreaking applications including advanced hologram animations, expansive LED screens over 30 meters, kabuki drops, and dynamic pyrotechnics, emphasising Encore’s expertise in global creative and event production.

Scott Nodsle, managing director international at Encore Event Technologies, commented on the event’s success: “This event truly exemplified how innovative technology and strategic event design can transform a standard corporate retreat into an unforgettable experience and beautifully showcases the host city’s culture and capabilities.”

Challenges
Coordinating such an extensive programme across multiple locations and two countries posed significant logistical challenges. To address this, Encore leveraged strong collaboration with local suppliers and resources, tapping into New Zealand’s rich culture and effectively rooting the event in the local environment.

The success of the event was by strategic partnerships with local culinary talents, bringing in 24 chefs from India and Dubai to ensure that food offerings were both comforting and delicious, as well as maintaining a taste of home with traditional flavours.

Event Encore Event Technologies Incentive Program for Asian Paints India
Organiser Encore Event Technologies
Venue Multiple venues in Queenstown, Auckland, and Sydney
Dates April 18 to May 2, 2024
Attendees 700

Amara Singapore ushers in a new era of meeting possibilities

By TTGmice

July 10, 2024

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Amara_Singapore_Foyer_640 — Amara Singapore’s new foyer

Amara Singapore has unveiled its refreshed meeting and event spaces on Level 3, comprising a Grand Ballroom, four function rooms, and an elegant foyer that anchors the meeting spaces together.

This transformation was crafted in collaboration with renowned hospitality design firm Studio HBA, a division of Hirsch Bedner Associates.

The crown jewel of the property is the Grand Ballroom, a column-free space featuring a 38-metre-long aisle, accommodating up to 500 guests. Floor-to-ceiling windows flood the space with natural light, while a 7.6-metre-long LED video wall ensures attendees can view the screen from every corner.

Adjacent to the Grand Ballroom, are four Breakout rooms named Connection, ranging from 74m²to 108m². Each room is equipped with state-of-the-art audiovisual amenities, flexible seating arrangements and customisable layouts.

Central to the Grand Ballroom and Breakout rooms is a contemporary Foyer, which has built-in amenity counters and a modular seating element with a configuration that can be tailored for any event. The foyer is also adaptable for exhibitions, equipped with versatile ambient lights. At the heart of the conference area stands ‘The Locale’ bar which can provide everything from coffee to after-event cocktails.

On Level 17 of the property, The Parlor provides a more intimate setting for business events seeking a more versatile space, whether it be for product launches or business meetings. With a floor area of 63m², The Parlor can seat up to 20 guests within a space irradiated by ample natural daylight.

Photo of the day: MITEC shines at Perfect China’s 30th Anniversary celebration

By TTGmice

July 10, 2024

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The Malaysia International Trade and Exhibition Centre (MITEC) has set a record by hosting and serving 10,000 guests at a full-day conference, featuring an eight-course Chinese set menu.

The 2024 Perfect China International Convention and 30^thAnniversary celebration, supported by Malaysia Convention and Exhibition Bureau (MyCEB), attracted delegates from the Asia-Pacific region, including key markets like Hong Kong, Thailand, Indonesia, Singapore, Taiwan, and Vietnam.

The event generated an estimated economic impact of RM118.7 million (US$25.2 million) for Malaysia.

With a dedicated core team of 80 professionals, MITEC managed over 1,500 casual staff to ensure the event’s success. Locally-sourced ingredients – such as two tons of whole chickens, 1,200kg of pomfret fish, and 500kg of prawns – were also served.

“We are incredibly proud of the team at MITEC and the seamless execution of this monumental event,” said Jessie Tan, managing director at MITEC. “This accomplishment is a testament to MITEC’s dedication to providing world-class service and creating unforgettable experiences for clients and their guests.”

Mercure Singapore Bugis welcomes new GM

By TTGmice

July 9, 2024

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Mercure Singapore Bugis has named Dino Lim as its new general manager. He will be responsible for the overall strategic management and operations of the property, spearheading the corporate acquisitions, operational initiatives and long-term growth in his new role.

With over 27 years of experience in the hospitality industry, Lim was previously the general manager of Momentus Hospitality, where he took charge of the entire Momentus portfolio including Momentus Hotel Alexandra and Momentus Serviced Residences Novena.

Discover the perfect blend of business and leisure at Merusaka Nusa Dua

MCET paves the way for inclusive events with new Accessibility Action Plan

Centara Hotels & Resorts appoints GM for Maldives, Samui

Gateway Narita unveils plans for an R&D centre, conference facilities

BEIA launches fresh website with planning tool

Malaysia Airlines hosts inaugural summit

Maximum engagement

Amara Singapore ushers in a new era of meeting possibilities

Photo of the day: MITEC shines at Perfect China’s 30th Anniversary celebration

Mercure Singapore Bugis welcomes new GM

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