The
inspirational Dance Troupe ‘Sachoom Dance Musical’, mini-robots dancing to
‘Gangnam style’, a stylish PowerPoint presentation and a first prize of BA
flights to Seoul with Hyatt hotel accommodation were just some of the
ingredients that combined to create a wonderful
evening recently at ‘Claridge’s Hotel’ for the Korea Tourism
Organisation’s MICE Road show.
The Korean
government declared this year ‘2012 Korea Convention Year’ in recognition of
the enormous value of the meetings and convention industry provides the
economy. Since 2000 the country has achieved significant growth in the sector and
the MICE Road Show was a clear indication of how seriously Korea wants to
become the primary meetings destination in the world.
A number of
Korean based PCO/tour operators were on hand to create a mini travel mart
during the champagne reception that greeted guests on their arrival. The
evening continued in the Grand Ballroom of the hotel, where guests’ listened to
how Korea’s MICE portfolio really can play host to every type and style of
event, incentive and conference that is hosted on the peninsula.
The Korea
Tourism Organisation in London is planning more events in 2013 to showcase the
many facilities and opportunities open to MICE planners from this market. For
those who were unable to attend our event on the 14th November 2012
– please follow the link below to see how Korea can inspire your event!