Managing meetings in… Paris
Despite the disappointment of failing to secure the 2012 Olympics, Gallic pride has been assuaged as Paris continues to attract events of all sizes. Jonathan Hart reports DUE TO PRIDE, politics or...
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Managing meetings in… Vienna
As the meetings and incentives sector goes from strength to strength, Jonathan Hart asks how Vienna manages to keep its corporate offering fresh THE MAXIM ‘ADAPT OR DIE’ has probably...
Managing meetings in… Abu Dhabi
The UAE’s capital has invested a lot in its hotel and event space in recent times. Jonathan Hart takes a look at what it can offer the meetings industry THE GUILD OF TRAVEL MANAGEMENT...
Managing meetings in… Madrid
Jonathan Hart sees the Spanish capital waking up after an extended siesta to its true potential as a meetings destination. TO SUPPLEMENT AN OLD ADAGE, familiarity can breed both contempt, and...
Managing meetings in… Berlin
Berlin is emerging as one of Europe’s hippest M&E destinations. Jonathan Hart explores the German capital Defying the bland or boring is a priority for Berlin. Even the faintly cheesy...
Managing meetings in… Liverpool
Jonathan Hart finds out why the northern port city is a rising star in the European meetings and events market Yeah, yeah, yeah…but it’s no longer just about The Beatles, or...
The ‘Stans: From Rags to Riches
The ‘Stans are still something of an unknown quantity, but Mark Frary finds out why they have a bright future If you have seen the film Team America: World Police, you will know of the Central...
Far East: Mystique of the Orient
The east – they do things differently there, says Jonathan Hart, but daring to dip your toe into this unpredictable and energetic area can reap rewards. Frequently jumping economic warning...
Africa: World Cup Fever
As South Africa limbers up for the 2010 FIFA World Cup, Bob Papworth looks at how football’s premier tournament will benefit the entire continent … From the beginning of May –...
Destination report: London
Jonathan Hart talks to industry experts about how London’s diverse hotel scene has had to adapt to survive the recession Contrary to abject fury in some circles, news that bankers have again...
Middle East: In the fast lane
With Abu Dhabi hosting Formula 1 and hotel prices in the region hitting an all time high, Jonathan Hart asks – will nothing stop the growth of the Middle East? Despite these supposed times of...
Asia: Business as usual?
Check out the almost daily openings of stylish new restaurants and cocktail lounges across the Far East and you might think it’s freewheeling business as usual in the adopted home of daredevil...
Africa: Fingers crossed
Africa is a challenging place to do business, but Jonathan Hart finds many positives in a continent rich with opportunity Hope springs eternal and it’s not only South Africa pinning future...
India: Indomitable spirit
Despite the global downturn and problems closer to home, says Jonathan Hart, India’s unique qualities will ensure its survival The Slumdog Millionaire of the business world, India has been...
Destination report: Australasia
A “can-do” attitude coupled with healthy financial prospects makes Australia and New Zealand great place to do business, says Jonathan Hart It was a gloomy Monday during the last...
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