AIME kicks off next week – be there and see the big ideas first

AIME 2007 opening in Melbourne next week and running for two days only on 13 & 14 February at the Melbourne Exhibition Centre, is a really great way to start the year, especially with this year marking AIME’s 15th anniversary.

AIME is also the only major international business tourism industry event in Australia and the organisers, Reed Travel Exhibitions are expecting a record 850 exhibitors from 50 countries, including 125 new exhibitors.

Rosemarie Sama, AIME Event Director said, “We are looking forward to an excellent event this year, with bigger exhibits from Hong Kong, Visit Britain, Hawaii, Canada, China, Czech Tourism, Dubai, Oman and Indonesia, “ adding, “There are also a number of new exhibitors including Finland, Egypt, Tomfoolery, Fosters Group, GHM Hotels, Laotai-Shan, A Journey to India, President Hotels (Ukraine), Creative Travel India, Sky Air World, Mackay Tourism and Wendy Wu Tours.

New AIME 2007 exhibitors are coming from far and wide including the United Arab Emirates, Malaysia, Canada, Vietnam, Argentina, China, Finland, United States of America, Korea, India, France, Singapore, Mauritius, Thailand, Hong Kong, Czech Republic, Brazil, Russia, Philippines, Turkey, Japan and of course Australia.

Rosemary said, “While AIME includes many international exhibitors there is also an enormous showing from Australia, with the Gold Coast increased its space, Tasmania doubling its stand, Northern Territory having its biggest presence to date, Townsville Convention Bureau also increasing in size and Melbourne expanding to cover the largest space at AIME – an enormous 337.5 square metres”.

“Overall the exhibition will cover 12,000 square metres with the international and Asian sections larger in size.”

Exhibitor News

Emirates to land in the Blue Mountains

You have to visit the Emirates stand at AIME 2007 to find out more about the recent launch of Emirates Hotels & Resorts, a premium hospitality division of the Emirates Group.

The company is investing US$50 million building Emirates Wolgan Valley Resort and Spa, a luxury, conservation-based resort in Australia, the company’s first hospitality development outside Dubai, where Emirates operate the stunning Al-Maha Resort.  Emirates Wolgan Valley Resort is expected to open in mid 2008.

Fed Square launches event planner

Fed Square Pty Ltd has developed an innovative online corporate events planner enabling clients to view the variety of venues at Melbourne’s Federation Square and actually plan an event. Federation Square boasts a range of world class restaurants and function venues embraced by some of the world’s most stunning architecture.

Program Manager, Marketing and Tourism Development, Ms Melanie McVey said, “The online corporate planner enables users to create their desired event using a variety of function spaces which is then sent automatically to our events team for their consideration, availability and quoting purposes. It couldn’t be easier to find out what is available within Federation Square”.

Let MTA entertain you at AIME

A visit to AIME is not only a bustling, vibrant and colourful experience, but thanks to an array of performers roving around the exhibition stands it will also be very entertaining. 

Music Theatre Australia (MTA) One Stop Entertainment is AIME’s Entertainment Sponsor for the seventh year in a row and will once again supply the entertainment at AIME, providing opera, music theatre, illusion, magic and circus.   MTA One Stop Entertainment works with a huge selection of performers Australia-wide and sends world class artists and groups to major events and conferences in Asia and neighbouring regions!

Visit stand 1210 at AIME to meet the MTA Team and be thoroughly entertained.

Be captivated by South America

It’s feisty, it’s colourful……… Yes, it’s South America, which is captivating the imagination of PCO’s who can’t get enough of the enigmatic ruins, lost civilizations and dramatic panoramas of this amazing destination. 

Interest has increased so much that group and incentive arrivals over the next two years to South America are expected to escalate to spectacular heights.

Backed by LAN’s introduction of a sixth weekly service to Santiago from Sydney with a seventh expected to commence in 2007, many organisers are now stating that the demand for group seating is finally being met.

Lars Olofsson from LAN Airlines said, “What LAN is offering are flexible solutions for Australian groups, which includes well scheduled connections to Santiago and beyond, as well as combination charter options.”  Operating a fleet of A-340s in three class services, LAN also offers low seasonal fares from May to July, an ideal time for groups travelling to Rio, Machu Picchu as well as blazing the Inca Trail.

Canberra has something for everyone

How about having your photograph taken with the Prime Minister John Howard?  Or, how about checking out the size of Lauren Jackson’s running shoes? Or, maybe you’d like to view a replica of the Mace of the House of Representatives?

If the answer is Yes, then visit the Canberra Convention Bureau at AIME 2007 for a few surprises and some serious fun.

Canberra is the national capital, the seat of the Australian Government and has world class national attractions and prestigious leaning institutes.

Find out how Canberra’s influence and knowledge centres can add value to the content of business events and increase the perceived status of your next event.

Northern Territory sets a new record at AIME 2007

The Northern Territory Convention Bureau will be co-ordinating the largest Northern Territory Stand ever seen at AIME, with the Bureau being joined by 15 industry partners, a very large contingent of Territorians will be spreading the word throughout the show that the Territory is one of Australia’s “hottest” new conference and incentive destinations.

Stand participants include: Discovery Ecotours Australia, Territory Discoveries, Darwin Entertainment Centre, Cobb & Co Coaches, Action Enterprises Event Management Company, Total Event Services, Crowne Plaza and Holiday Inn Hotels, Darwin Airport Resort, Dugong Beach Resort, Ooraminna Homestead, Alice Springs Helicopters, SKYCITY Darwin, Alice Springs Convention Centre, Darwin Convention Centre & the Northern Territory Convention Bureau.

Navigate your way around the Sunshine Coast

If you’re planning an event on the Sunshine Coast and don’t know where to start, you need look no further.  The Sunshine Coast Convention Bureau has all the answers with the release of its 2007-2008 Meeting and Incentive “Navigator” at AIME 2007, a 28 page definitive guide to sourcing products and services related to running a Business Event on the beautiful Sunshine Coast.

It includes detailed information on venues, support services, dining, incentive ideas plus an excellent planning “toolbox”.

What’s New at AIME

Put the AIME experts to the test

AIME 2007 has harnessed the knowledge of some of the world’s leading industry professionals to bring you Ask the Experts, a free advice service at AIME, with AIME Event Director, Rosemarie Sama saying, “At AIME 2007 we are providing the best in education with our Business Events Forums and our Success Series Seminars, but now we have gone even further by including a new free, unbiased advice service, with AIME ‘Experts’ including some of the notable local and international speakers at AIME and executives from some of the world’s leading meeting and incentive industry associations.

AIME Pamper Zone

Need a relaxing experience away from the hustle and bustle of the AIME exhibition floor? Then you must visit the new Pamper Zone, where you can indulge in beautiful pamper treats, that are guaranteed to re-energise you mind, body and soul.

Chuan Spa is a place designed to create an ambiance of tranquillity for both contemplation and inspiration. Combined with our exclusive treatments and exceptional service, they provide your sanctuary away from everyday life.

AIME Love Lounge – Capture your perfect match at AIME 2007 

With Valentine’s Day around the corner, love is in the air at AIME 2007! 

Visit Stand 1514 where our photographers are standing by to capture you and your valentine or special friends. 

You will be given a FREE souvenir photo to keep to remind you of this special day. 

Our photographer and imaging educator is Shelton Muller, whose passion for picture taking adds that ‘fun’ element to your corporate event.

Can’t find that exhibitor you most want to see?   Then go to the AIME 2007 Information Booth

The friendly staff at the AIME Information Booth, just inside the main entrance of AIME 2007 are there to answer all your questions.

AIME Internet Espresso Bar

Want to keep in contact while at AIME 2007, then visit the AIME Internet Espresso Bar to catch up with what is happening around the world, with internet connection, international newspapers and the best of CNN and other leading television news providers on hand.  Oh, and you can also get a caffeine fix while you’re there.

Register online today

Register now for the most time efficient way to plan all your events – AIME 2007.

You won’t be disappointed. With up to 850 exhibitors from 50 countries, seminars, forums, social events, networking, expert advice and a lot of fun to be had, how could you miss AIME 2007?

Click through to the AIME website now: www.aime.com.au

PS You can also register at AIME 2007 on Tuesday or Wednesday, 13 & 14 February.

The Mole will see you there!