Press Room

The tourism exhibition is set to be held at Xi’an Qujiang International Conference and Exhibition Center from August 26 to 28. The three-day exhibition, organised by Shaanxi Provincial Tourism Administration, and managed by Conference & Exhibition Management Services Pte Ltd and CEMS (Beijing) Conference & Exhibition Co., Ltd, is estimated to attract 600 exhibitors from 30 countries and 24 provinces, with some 5,000 local and international trade visitors, as well as 50,000 public visitors.

Features and activities that exhibitors and visitors can benefit from the show include: destination presentation sessions; buyers-sellers meeting sessions; on-site activities and performances; educational seminar and talks; and extensive media coverage and publicity.

“Xi’an Silk Road International Tourism Expo will create a perfect platform for interaction and networking, promoting inbound and outbound tourism and Silk Road tourism. This exhibition is strongly supported by the China National Tourism Administration and the United Nations World Tourism Organization,” said Chen Mengyu, deputy director of Shaanxi Provincial Tourism Administration in a press conference held on March 22.

Shaanxi province plays an integral part in Chinese history, being the political, economic and cultural capital of 14 ancient dynasties, including the famous Zhou, Qin, Han and Tang dynasties. Xi’an, formerly known as Chang ’an, is one of the four major ancient civilisation capitals of the world. The historical buildings and natural scenic spots of Xi’an make it an ideal destination for both local and international tourists, helping to boost tourism for the Shaanxi province.

The Xi’an Silk Road International Tourism Expo (XSRITE) was previously known as the China Xi’an Silk Road International Tourism Expo (CXSRITE).

MICE in Asia is a media partner of Xi’an Silk Road International Tourism Expo (XSRITE) 2016.

In spring from March 12 to 21, the halls at the Taiwan Orchid Plantation in Tainan is filled with a variety of colourful orchids that are artistically displayed, with some of which are rare. Every year, Tainan play host to orchid growers, buyers and enthusiasts or fanciers of this flower who come to view, meet, conduct business and compete for the best orchid breed trophy.

Aside from the decorative displays and competition, the annual orchid show also features international orchid symposium with talks by world-renowned speakers and expert orchardists. There is also business matchmaking and orchid growers meeting, sale of orchid related materials, presentation of orchid art design, social activities and tours of orchid nurseries.

Taiwan is the largest producer and exporter of orchids. The annual international orchid show in Taiwan is said to attract about 300,000 visitors of which 3,000 are floral experts and buyers from abroad. Now in its 12th year, the show is considered to be the top three orchid exhibitions in the world, with orchids becoming a tourist attraction in Tainan.

This show is the single and most professional exhibition of all ranges of yachts, sailboats and motor boats, machinery, equipment, parts, accessories, and related design, shipping services as well as associations of the Marine industry in Taiwan. It is also the largest indoor boat exhibition in Asia which showcases, a wide variety of powerboats and a myriad of vessels of varying design, sizes and applications.

Jointly hosted by the Bureau of Foreign Trade of the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Kaohsiung City Government, and organised by The Taiwan External Trade Development Council (TAITRA), with the support from the Taiwan Yacht Industry Association (TYIA).

The show is held biennially, and this year it ran from March 10-13 was held at the Kaohsiung Exhibition Center (KEC) of the Horizon City Marina.

MATTA is the largest non-governmental organisation for travel in Malaysia with over 3,200 members. Indonesia well known for its breath-taking tourist attractions and diverse geology and natural landscapes, is occupying a total of 36 booths at Hall 3 of the Putra World Trade Centre (PWTC) in Kuala Lumpur during the MATTA Fair from March 11 to 13.

Arief Yahya, the Minister of Tourism of Indonesia mentioned that the country has identified three most important destination entrances into Indonesia: Great Bali, Great Jakarta and Great Batam. These gates contributed to almost 90 percent of the total foreign tourists visiting Indonesia. Top five countries of tourists to Indonesia he stated, are from Singapore, Malaysia, China, Australia and Japan.

According to Datuk Hj Hamzah Rahmat, President of Malaysian Association of Tour and Travel Agents (MATTA), Indonesia’s attractive tourist offers will be a crowd-puller to the visitors of the MATTA Fair.
For more information on the MATTA Fair 2016, please visit www.mattafair.org.my

A joint press conference between MATTA and Indonesia Tourism.

The conference hosted by HVS, brought together close to 180 industry stakeholders, business leaders and key decision-makers from across 14 nations. The two-day conference lived up to its reputation of being a one-of-a-kind hospitality event in Sri Lanka, creating a unique platform to deliberate on the development and direction of the hotel and tourism industry in the region.

Panel discussion – Global Leaders Check-In.

Panel discussion – The View from the Top: Creating Meaningful Partnerships.

In conversation with John Amaratunga, Minister of Tourism Development and Christian Religious Affairs Sri Lanka and P M Withana, Chairman of Sri Lanka Tourism.

MICE in Asia is a media partner of THINC Sri Lanka 2016

The Malaysian International Chamber of Commerce (MICCI), celebrated the Chinese New Year, with a gathering of its members, business associates, friends and the media at the Malaysian Petroleum Club which is located on the 42nd level of the Petronas Tower 2 of the Kuala Lumpur City Centre. In Chinese astrology, each year is associated with the Chinese zodiac animal sign. Begining from February 8, 2016 to January 27, 2017 is the year of the monkey.

The Sunway Lagoon, a multi park destination in Malaysia with the collaboration of Viacom International Media Networks has opened the first Nickelodeon themed attraction in Asia. The Nickelodeon brand complements the existing attractions available at the Sunway Lagoon which has become a tourist venue for the country.

Visitors can look forward to 14 of the Nickelodeon Lost Lagoon hit properties among which are: SpongeBob SquarePants; Dora the Explorer; and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Climbing ancient temple steps, explorers will pass by pineapple columns and intricate carvings leading all the way up to the magnificent SpongeBob SquarePants structure. The adventure continues with geysers, sprouting water cannons, walks along cascading falls, and gooey moments with the signature green slime.

Running deeper into the forest are suspended bridges over rivers with more thrilling wet and wild activities, as well as gravity defying rides that twist around trees and hills. Visitors are greeted by breath-taking views of lush greenery, and can also choose to dine and relax by the lakeside restaurant. They might even have the opportunity to meet their favourite Nickelodeon characters.

Sunway Lagoon was named Asia’s Best Attraction by International Association of Amusement Parks and Attractions (IAAPA) for four years in a row since 2007.

Opening hours of the Nickelodeon Lost Lagoon is from 10.00 am to 6.00 pm every Monday to Sunday. www.sunwaylagoon.com

Tourism players can look forward to three international tourism exhibitions in China this year, that is: Beijing International Tourism Expo (BITE), China Xi’an Silk Road International Tourism Expo (CXSRITE) and Chengdu International Tourism Expo (CITE).

At an appreciation reception in Beijing on January 18, Edward Liu, group managing director of Conference & Exhibition Management Services (CEMS) Pte Ltd (Singapore) and CEMS (Beijing) Conference & Exhibition Co., Ltd, launched all three of the international tourism exhibitions which are aimed at, capturing China’s outbound tourism industry.

He also announced some improvements in the interaction and networking opportunities which will be undertaken by the company during the three exhibitions. The first two days of the exhibitions will be dedicated to trade visitors, destination presentation sessions, buyer-seller meeting sessions, seminars and hosted buyer programme.

There are also some changes in the dates of the exhibitions. The 13th Beijing International Tourism Expo 2016 is now scheduled to be held from May 20 to 22. The fourth edition of Chengdu International Tourism Expo will be held from December 1 to 3. Meanwhile, the third China Xi’an Silk Road International Tourism Expo 2016 has been moved back to August.

For more information on the various tourism exhibitions, please contact Conference & Exhibition Management Services Pte Ltd at (65) 6278 8666 or email info@cems.com.sg.

MICE in Asia is the media partner of the 13th Beijing International Tourism Expo 2016, Chengdu International Tourism Expo and the 3rd China Xi’an Silk Road International Tourism Expo 2016.

Location wise the hotel, is on a prime site of the Changkat Bukit Bintang which is, right in the centre of the commercial district of the city of Kuala Lumpur (KL), within walking distance to shopping and entertainment outlets, banks and office buildings.

The Changkat Bukit Bintang is one of KL’s most trendy areas, popular for the number of bars and restaurants found here. At the same time, it is also known for its historical pre-war and colonial shop houses, with many converted into up market food and beverage outlets.

Elegantly decorated, the Kuala Lumpur Journal caters to modern day travellers who, not only want an accommodation that is comfortable but also functional. Ranked as a four-star, with 112 rooms, it has a sun terrace, a bistro and restaurant, fitness centre and a rooftop infinity pool with a vista of the city.
www.kljournalhotel.com

Cocktail Party to Celebrate the Opening of KL Journal