ITB Asia News 2022 - Day 1 Edition

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I NEWS I Morning Briefing ITB ASIA NEWS is a CLEVERDIS Publication. 439 Route de la Seds, 13127 Vitrolles, France • Tel: + 33 442 77 46 00 SAS capitalised at €155,750 • VAT FR 95413604471 • RCS Salon de Provence 413 604 471 • info@cleverdis.com • www.cleverdis.com • www.itb-asia-news.com • President & Publisher: Jean-François Pieri • Senior Project Manager: Veronika Verzhak • Account Managers: Bettina Badon, Philipp Schiberna • Event Manager: Zineb Elhabiri • Head of Editorial Team: Emiliana Van Der Eng • Senior Editor: Thomas Campbell • Editors: Luc Citrinot, Laura Sharman • Art Director: Hélène Beunat • Design & Page Setting, Webmaster: Guillaume Vinrich. • With the participation of: Benjamin Klene >>> To contact them: first name.last name@cleverdis.com Cover: © Messe Berlin GmbH © CLEVERDIS 2022 - Registration of Copyright october 2022. Information presented in this publication is purely indicative in order to illustrate subjects contained therein. 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If any of these risks or uncertainties materialises or any of these assumptions proves incorrect, actual results could differ materially from the expectations outlined in these statements. Cleverdis assumes no obligation and does not intend to update these forward-looking statements during the period of publication. Photo Credits and Copyright: All Rights Reserved. Where the world meets Welcome to the 15th edition of ITB Asia. The trade show is welcoming buyers, exhibitors, speakers and convention delegates from around the world to ITB Asia, the largest travel trade show on the continent. But this 2022 edition is particularly special. ITB Asia has returned as a physical event after the virtual formats of the Covid-19 pandemic. Looking at the number of companies and visitors who registered for ITB Asia, it is clear that this in-person edition has been eagerly awaited. Tourism is all about discovering other cultures, other countries, learning and meeting people, and ITB Asia 2022 certainly gives visitors this opportunity. The show welcomes over 13,000 travel professionals from around the world, who will fill the halls and conference rooms of the Sands Expo and Convention Centre at Marina Bay Sands over the next three days. Once again, ITB Asia aims to be the place where the world meets, where all the different stake holders discuss the issues and trends of the travel and tourism sector. This year's conference programme reflects the optimism of the industry. The anchor theme is “Go Big & Go Forward: Travel Industry on the Road to Recovery and Growth”. All the signs point to a sharp bounce back of the travel industry and experts at the conference will help decipher the main trends. A big thank you to the show's official partners who decided to accompany the first Post- Covid in-person edition of ITB Asia. Also to the Saudi Tourism Authority, the show's official Official Partner Country, to Berlin Brandenburg Airport, the Official Partner Airport and to Marina Bay Sands, the Official Partner Hotel. As part of the collaboration, these key exhibitors occupy very prominent booths at the show and bring key outbound buyers to ITB Asia. They are also taking an active role, participating in several sessions of the ITB Asia Conference cycle 6 ITB ASIA NEWS • WEDNESDAY 19 OCTOBER 2022 www.itb-asia-news.com

I NEWS I ADVERTORIAL Be amazed by Sentosa Island's latest activities and attractions STAND G31 Sentosa is back at ITB Asia to promote its latest attractions, offering visitors unique nature and wellness experiences while meeting high sustainability standards... With Sentosa being one of Asia’s leading destinations today, filled with world-class attractions, ITB Asia visitors can learn about some of the latest add-ons to its portfolio at the stand (G31), including: SentoSights Featuring more than 10 unique guided tours, SentoSights is an initiative under the Sustainable Sentosa strategic roadmap showcasing the island’s unique heritage and natural assets while helping guests gain insights into the importance of sustainability and conservation programmes. Thanks to SentoSights, travellers can explore the hidden gems of Sentosa and experience the island on another level. SkyHelix Sentosa SkyHelix Sentosa is Singapore’s highest open-air panoramic ride and the first carbon-neutral attraction on Sentosa. Situated at the Imbiah Lookout zone, the vertical 40-metretall helix-like structure is a short stroll from the Singapore Cable Car’s Sentosa station. It is one of the highest vantage points on the island, providing 360° view across the Strait. Scentopia Scentopia goes to another aspect of Singapore heritage : the floral one. The attraction aims to educate guests on the history of Singapore's floral heritage on a botanical exploration through fun and interactive activities. There are four free interactive tours throughout the day, allowing visitors to learn about unique scents and even craft their own perfume. Central Beach Bazaar Last but not least, Central Beach Bazaar is the bustling, one-stop ultimate entertainment beach destination located in the prime centre of the popular Siloso Beach. Asia's Premier MICE show is back as an in-person event at ITB Asia, with three days of business meetings and thoughtprovoking conferences. MICE Show Asia 2022 is a threeday exhibition for the meetings industry in Asia Pacific (APAC) that aims to redefine industry practices and identify new trends that will shape the future of MICE. The fourth edition of MICE Show Asia returns as an in-person event held at Marina Bay Sands from October 19 to 21. The event, organised by Messe Berlin (Singapore), is situated alongside ITB Asia and Travel Tech Asia, and aims to identify new trends that shape the future of this important travel segment. Over the three days, more than 30 exhibitors from Convention and Opened in September, Central Beach Bazaar introduces three new attractions and a new multi-F&B concept, including the spectacular 80-metre high Sentosa SkyJet, the tallest fountain in Southeast Asia MICE Show Asia 2022 returns with strong line-up of exhibitors and partners Visitor Bureaus (CVB), MICE buyer organisations, destinations, MICE tech companies and start-ups from all over the world including the USA or Europe, are showcasing their products and services. "With the industry's revival and positive signs, MICE Show Asia is a must-attend for the meetings industry to get the latest insights and strategies and capture the immense growth of the Asian MICE market”, says Katrina Leung, Managing Director of Messe Berlin (Singapore). The MICE & Corporate Travel Conference has a strong international participation from speakers and partners. Topics range from “Emerging Trends Shaping the Future of Events”, “Digital Nomads- A New Type of Corporate Traveller”, “Duty of Care for All: The Extended Read full article online Role of Travel Managers with Travel Risk Management”, “Experiences Reimagined: The New Growth Indicator” and “Emerging Focus on Sustainability and Wellness for MICE Travel” ITB ASIA NEWS • WEDNESDAY 19 OCTOBER 2022 7 © Sentosa Development Corporation