A Boutique Destination
Laos’ appeal for incentive and event planners is in the genuineness of the Lao people. Laos is still very “raw”,... Read More
Browsing Opinion
Down To Earth
It’s been an unpredictable and unstable year for the business events industry and destination management companies (DMCs). In the face... Read More
Social media: World at your fingertips
There is no escaping its reach. The age of social media is upon us. According to Erik Qualman in his... Read More
Act local, think global
It is time for a new strategic approach to destination marketing. Business tourism has been identified as a key element... Read More
Water – Go With The Flow
Whether you are sailing on a yacht in Phuket, a junk in Hong Kong, swimming in the Pacific Ocean or... Read More
History Lessons
“Those who fail to learn the lessons of history are doomed to repeat it” is an oft-quoted remonstration when things... Read More
Climbing the Mountain
What a view from the top it will be! I have seen a plethora of destinations and venues and produced... Read More
Keep it small, simple and local
I like to refer to food as a single language with many dialogues. It is the one medium that can... Read More
Heavy Metal
What are the defining characteristics of metal in our everyday world? It is a strong substance, rigid and supportive. In... Read More
Creating Extraordinary Experiences
Beyond ordinary is passé. It’s now the age of Beyond Extraordinary. Not only do incentive travel specialists have to deliver... Read More