Julia Mafcher | Jan 17, 2013
No one willingly attends a MICE gathering to be bored or disappointed. We all attend and participate in sessions, summits, forums, conferences, launches and the like with expectations of being entertained as well as enthralled to the point of...
Julia Mafcher | Jan 17, 2013
Johannesburg, South Africas official business hub can be likened to cities such as New York and Hong Kong: never a dull moment, always a bustling hive of activity. Yet, on the quiet tree-lined avenues of Saxonwold, a stones throw from the...
Julia Mafcher | Jan 17, 2013
Most hotel STAFF could write books about the strange side of human nature they see at work, but since discretion is the watchword none of those experiences are ever likely to see the light of day except on the Protea Hospitality Groups annual list...
Julia Mafcher | Jan 17, 2013
Markex World of Events, South Africas definitive marketing, promotions, and special events trade exhibition, is upping its game in 2013 and is dividing the now renowned exhibition in two distinct shows the Promotional Gifts and Clothing Trade Show...
Julia Mafcher | Jan 10, 2013
Just as accountants, lawyers, doctors have to keep up-to-date with developments within their sphere of professionalism the same has been recognised for marketing, PR,risk management, hospitality and the like. The MICE industry has lagged behind in...
Julia Mafcher | Jan 10, 2013
There’s a light at the end of the tunnel it seems. A tough year for most, 2012 wasn’t all that hard to say goodbye to for many people. It’s a new year, a clean slate and 2013 brings with it many exciting opportunities, especially...
Julia Mafcher | Jan 10, 2013
A one-of-a-kind expo which is all about reaching the right market and facilitating face-to-face interaction is returning to Johannesburg in March 2013 at the Sandton Convention Centre – with a few surprises in store. With a solid and trusted...
Julia Mafcher | Jan 10, 2013
Africa is a market of untapped opportunities with demand for electrical transmission and distribution infrastructure and equipment set to increase significantly as the global economy recovers and electricity consumption is expected to grow at a...
Julia Mafcher | Jan 1, 2013
For conferences, incentives or just a great vacation, go cruising Give you and your team a ‘lifestyle of the rich and the famous’ incentive travel experience on board one of MSC Cruises luxury liners. The price? Suits any budget, yes really. A...
Julia Mafcher | Jan 1, 2013
The ins and outs of city, urban, cultural and close to airport venues Whether you’re a city slicker, culture vulture, or airport proximity and location is your number one priority, you’re in for a real treat as Meetings SA explores the top local...
Julia Mafcher | Jan 1, 2013
A golden opportunity The Highveld, the big smoke, Egoli, whatever you choose. It may be the smallest province in the country, but with the highest number of people, it’s no wonder the business tourism and MICE industries’ are booming in Gauteng....
Julia Mafcher | Jan 1, 2013
Mauritius in all its splendour It’s known for vast white sandy beaches, clear turquoise water and lush green forests but there’s more to the spectacular island than that. A business meeting in tropical paradise? Yes please. Towards the end of last...
