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AIME 2026: Traditional conferences face “immersive” overhaul as attendee expectations evolve
While the sound and fury of AIME 2026 has calmed down since it closed its doors on 11th February, the Asia-Pacific’s first major event for the year has imparted several vital lessons for the tourism, travel, hospitality, and MICE communities to ponder on as they move forward.
Oceania sets global event pace as planners swap volume for quality
High impact, purpose-driven, and sustainable: this perfectly describes the MICE sector in Oceania.
Accor pivots to carbon-neutral meetings as AIME 2026 highlights green travel demand
Accor unveils future-focused events at AIME 2026
AIME 2026 pivots to behavioral science as event industry faces high-pressure burnout
Insights on human resilience and the priorities that matter were what AIME 2026's Knowledge Monday imparted to attendees on 9th February at the Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre.
Qantas Launches Major Regional Lounge Refresh Program Across Seven Australian Airports
Qantas has announced a significant upgrade to its Regional Lounge network, with refurbishments beginning across seven key locations throughout February
BCEC partners with Life Sciences Queensland to boost bio-innovation as venue marks 30 years
Brisbane Convention and Exhibition Centre announced that it is partnering with Life Sciences Queensland for a bio-innovation bursary.
Virgin Australia Launches ‘Extra Comfort, Zero Imitation’ Sale With Economy X Upgrades From Just $15
Virgin Australia has kicked off February with a major win for travellers, unveiling a nationwide sale on its popular Economy X seating—offering
MCB celebrates diamond jubilee as Melbourne secures first-ever NFL game for September
2026 promises to be an exceptional one for the Melbourne Convention Bureau (MCB) as it celebrates its 60th anniversary.
AIME 2026 begins in Melbourne as Asia-Pacific MICE industry eyes full recovery
AIME has today opened its 2026 edition, recording record growth in buyers and exhibitors and highlighting strong progress toward its
‘Our biggest show yet’: CEO Matt Pearce hails record growth at AIME 2026 opening
"Quality is what drives us" were the words used by talk2media CEO Matt Pearce as AIME 2026 opened.
Carnival’s New Zero Proof Drink Package: What Aussie Cruisers Need to Know for 2026
Carnival’s new Cheers! Zero Proof Drink Package is now officially available to book on all 2026 Carnival cruises homeported in
Australian Open boosts Accor’s Melbourne hotel bookings
Australian Open boosts Accor's Melbourne hotel bookings
Luxury Reimagined: Emirates’ Iconic Wolgan Valley Resort Returns as the World’s First Ritz-Carlton Lodge
After a three-year hiatus, one of Australia’s most beloved luxury eco-retreats is making a grand return — but with an
Qantas Doubles Sydney-Sapporo Flights for 2026/27: More Seats to Hokkaido’s World-Class Ski Slopes
Qantas is ramping up its popular Sydney-Sapporo route with a 50% capacity boost for the 2026/27 Northern Hemisphere winter season,
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- Indonesia expands tourism footprint beyond Bali as government targets ‘under-visited’ provinces
- Tourism firms retool value propositions as safety outpaces price for solo female travelers
- Cruise industry faces hygiene scrutiny amid rising viral threats
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- Knighthood Global’s James Hogan to address attendees aboard WTTC Global Leadership Cruise
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