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Moscow City Tourism Committee will host the BRICS+ Tourism Forum from 20 to 21 June this year, in Moscow. They expect to welcome 9 tourism ministers and 18 delegations from countries from the Middle East and South East Asia with over 300 delegates. It was revealed at the conference ‘Shaping the MICE Future,’ held recently.  

“NIMA Members and other M!CE operators sitting in tier II, III cities are contributing a lot to the M!CE business. Business from these cities has increased by 15 – 20 per cent as compared to 2022 – 2023,” says Gajesh Girdhar, Founder & National Coordinator, NIMA (Network of Indian M!CE Agents).

Ranjana Sharma, Managing Director, Trav n Tours International (TNTI) said, “River cruises is gaining popularity nowadays. While the other major cruises are primarily for summer seasons, river cruises cater more to niche markets. Additionally, emerging trends include Scandinavia experiencing a strong emergence, ski resorts gaining popularity, and an increase in M!CE groups considering cruises for hosting events. Indeed, many M!CE events are taking place on cruises due to their all-inclusive nature and convenience for organizers. However, river cruises are more geared towards the leisure market.”

MOT has launched ‘Meet in India’, a distinct sub-brand under ‘Incredible India’ to position the country as a M!CE destination. This was shared during India’s participation at AIME 2024. It will highlight exclusive features: excellent connectivity, world-class infrastructure, a knowledge hub, and unique tourist attractions.

“To maximize the benefit, TAT divides the allotted incentive budget for the MICE group into tier II and tier III cities along with tier I cities,” Siriges-A-Nong Trirattanasongpol, Director, Tourism Authority of Thailand, responded when asked about the initiatives Thailand is taking to attract MICE groups to the country.

Datuk Musa, DDG of Promotion for Malaysia said, “Incentives are offered to travel agents to organize charter flights from India to Malaysia, targeting MICE segments. With an aim to attract more tourists, not only via commercial flights but also specially arranged charters.”

IDMC World Celebrates Success in Showcasing B2B Packages for Indian Destinations and MICE, Including Destination Weddings. IDMC World, a leader in providing B2B packages for Indian destinations, MICE, and destination weddings, is delighted to highlight its achievements following a series of successful road shows in Uttar Pradesh and Bihar. The recent road shows held in Lucknow, Varanasi, Gorakhpur, and Patna showcased IDMC World’s commitment to offering exceptional B2B solutions tailored to the unique and vibrant Indian market. These events served as a platform for industry professionals, event planners, and partners to discover the rich array of opportunities provided by IDMC World. As a leading provider in this segment, IDMC World has demonstrated its dedication to facilitating memorable experiences for clients looking to explore India as a destination for business events, incentives, conferences, and the increasingly popular trend of destination weddings. Vikas Gupta, Director of IDMC World commented, “We take pride in our role as facilitators of unforgettable experiences”. “Our B2B packages are designed to make Indian destinations and the concept of MICE, including destination weddings, more accessible and appealing to a global audience. The success of our road shows reflects the growing interest in India as a top choice for various events and celebrations.” During these road shows, attendees had the opportunity to engage with IDMC World’s team of experts, gaining insights into the diverse packages and services available. The company’s comprehensive offerings range from tailored event planning and logistics to exclusive cultural experiences and breathtaking wedding venues. IDMC World expresses its sincere appreciation to all those who attended and contributed to the success of these road shows. The company remains dedicated to nurturing partnerships, creating memorable experiences, and continuing …

Tourism New Zealand will bring together three convention bureau experts from the cities of Auckland, Rotorua and Queenstown live on 14th June at 11am. They will help attendees learn more about the MICE offerings in New Zealand. For more information, write to jaspreet.kaur@ddppl.com or 9650196532 to register.

STIC Travel Group partners with Take-A-Break (TAB) Consulting to launch StepUP Xperiences – a one-stop shop for international all MICE requirements. The headquarters of the company is Cyber City, Gurgaon and it plans to offer services from travel logistics and accommodation to event planning and execution. Subhash Goyal, Chairman, of STIC Travel Group said, “As the demand for outbound MICE travel from India continues to soar, we recognized the need for a specialized brand that can cater to the unique requirements of Indian corporate clients. This company is the result of our vision to create a dedicated and independent brand that combines the rich experience of STIC Travel Group, and the dynamic team at TAB”. Isha Goyal, the CEO, of STIC Travel Group, speaking on mentioned that, “outbound MICE is one of the fastest-growing segments in India today and part of the growth is demand driven for new experiences. Abhimanyu Khanna, CEO of TAB showed excitement and said, “STIC has played a monumental role in driving trends in travel over the past fifty years and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to outbound travel. We believe that our combined expertise and common corporate values will enable us to create truly unforgettable experiences.”

Naveen Kundu, MD, Ebixcash predicts that India will have a vast network of convention centers in 30 cities over the next decade, which will be a great attraction for global incentive travel, meetings, and conferences. Kundu highlighted India’s flourishing exhibition market and said, “It is very optimistic that India is going to be a booming MICE over the next 10 yrs.”