May 31st, 2022

Uruguay makes mark as safe destination for events

Remo Monzeglio, vice minister of tourism, Uruguay, explained that his country’s fast, assertive reaction to the pandemic helped establish its reputation as one of the safest events destinations, ranking in the top five globally. With 80% of its 3.5 million population fully vaccinated, Uruguay has hosted a series of large business and sports events, each with over 50,000 participants. More recently, UNESCO’s World Press Freedom Day took place at Punto del Este, widely known as the Saint Tropez of South America.

Remo Monzeglio, vice minister of tourism, Uruguay, explained that his country’s fast, assertive reaction to the pandemic helped establish its reputation as one of the safest events destinations, ranking in the top five globally. With 80% of its 3.5 million population fully vaccinated, Uruguay has hosted a series of large business and sports events, each with over 50,000 participants. More recently, UNESCO’s World Press Freedom Day took place at Punto del Este, widely known as the Saint Tropez of South America.

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Welcoming friends from Ukraine to IMEX in Frankfurt: Kyiv Tourism & Promotion Board and Lviv Convention Bureau.

Welcome, Ukraine!

The delegation of St. Louis visitors to IMEX included Kitty Ratcliffe, president of Explore St. Louis; Tim Nowak, executive director of the World Trade Center St. Louis, plus representatives from the Office of the Mayor of St. Louis; Bank of America St. Louis; St. Louis Economic Development Partnership; Lufthansa Airlines; St. Louis Lambert International Airport; Missouri Chamber of Commerce; Missouri Dept. of Economic Development; U.S. Consulate Frankfurt.

St. Louis launches new connection to Europe via Frankfurt

The Maldives has one of the most delicate environments anywhere on the planet, with coral reefs as the foundation of the islands.

Think meetings, think Maldives!

The Panama Convention Center, located on the Pacific Ocean at the entrance to the Panama Canal, has an exhibition hall that is 15,400 square metres and offers 16 meeting rooms. It is the largest convention centre in the region and can accommodate up to 23,000 people.

Panama: Live for more

The Canadian Business Events Sustainability Plan will build on an evidence-based foundation established through a national destination assessment study.

Destination Canada announces first-ever Canadian Business Events Sustainability Plan

A new campaign promotes Australia as a destination that is home to friendly people with fresh perspectives, coupled with diverse and iconic landscapes and world-class venues.

Business Events Australia launches the second phase of its campaign

According to the International Congress and Convention Association (ICCA), Bogotá, Medellín, and Cartagena were among the top 10 cities in the world for number of events hosted in 2019.

Colombia sees a 123% increase in meetings tourism

Brighton is an exuberant blend of colour, culture and trend-setting vibes, and the perfect setting for a guided bike tour around the city.

Brighton has a passion for sustainability and creativity

Turtle Beach at the five-star Shangri-La Barr Al Jissah resort promises an unforgettable setting for a gala dinner. Groups of up to 80 people can enjoy a dinner underneath the stars with banquet seating.

Scenic diversity and originality await guests in Oman

Budapest has plenty to offer both in terms of the natural surroundings, as well as many options for sports and activities in the city.

Experience Hungary’s rich cultural heritage

Peat bogs and mires cover one-fifth of mainland Estonia, and visitors can experience bog walking, made possible with the help of wooden boardwalks or special bog shoes.

Be inspired by nature in Estonia

Pattaya offers a vibrant seaside location and the magic of local charm on the island of Koh Lan, where travellers can exercise their creativity with a tie-dye cloth workshop.

Experience the magic of local charm in Thailand