Conscious and persistent
Recent challenges have only made Marriott International far more aware of the need to advance sustainability and drive social impact, and the company is ever more resolute in its commitment to serving the world, says Rajeev Menon, president for Asia Pacific (excluding China)
A force for good
In response to travellers’ growing determination to travel responsibly, tourism players are making sustainable, guilt-free options more identifiable and accessible, discovers Karen Yue
Catch up with Gad Permata
The vice president of Adhouse Clarion Events recalls his entry into the events business and the many challenges that shape his love for bringing people together.
Monaco’s MICE aspirations
Focused marketing campaigns, and heavy investment into carving out new business events venues and meeting spaces, are contributing to Monaco’s business events edge post-lockdown.
Visions of the future
Scattered with the remnants of the Lanna civilisation, historical Chiang Mai also boasts top-class MICE facilities, a welcoming atmosphere, and a cooler climate.
Bringing back the magic
New Zealand’s southern regions are bursting with inspiration for business events after a long hiatus, and not all for pandemic reasons.
Look to the North
The Northern Territory is working to woo back international business and pick up the momentum it was building before the pandemic hit.
More to the Maldives
amous for romantic getaways and honeymoons, the Maldives is gaining popularity as a family destination.
Regional foray
Australia’s tourism engines have been in high gear since lockdowns ended, but international travel has not fully returned to the Hunter Region. Stakeholders are confident that numbers will increase as traveller confidence improves.
Co-living gets crowded
The pandemic has shown stronger value in extended stay business, with the co-living model in particular attracting investors big and small. Raini Hamdi finds out how sustainable this trend is in Asia




















