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(TOP LEFT) ILLUSTRATION: GETTY IMAGES CREDIT: PIXABAY Checklist Planner's Portfolio creative transportation ideas for your next event 22 NOV-DEC 2019 MEETINGS & CONVENTIONS MCMAG-ASIA.COM H ow individual attendees and groups get from point A to point B during the course of a multi-day meeting is an important, if less heralded, aspect of the event experience. Even a single nightmare cab or bus ride can cast a pall over the entire program. Happily, most taxis and shuttle buses get the job done without a problem. But if you really want your meeting to stand out, you might want to think outside the box-shaped vehicle. Here are ve ideas that will "drive" your imagination. Classic Cars You don't have to be a car nut to appreciate the splendor of a 1967 Ford Mustang, a 1951 Chevy pickup truck or a 1963 Volkswagen Bus. These Instagrammable rides promise to transport attendees in style, and will have them buzzing both oine among each other and online among their friends. WORDS MATT ALDERTON Move your meeting attendees around in style with these creative approaches Bicycles Attendees of business events these days are particularly fond of events that incorporate sustainability and wellness. Bicycle transportation checks both boxes. Plus, in destinations where cycling is popular, it can be a great way for groups to connect with the local culture. Pedicabs If you like the idea of bicycle transportation but don't want to make your attendees sweat, consider pedicabs, which are a fun and sustainable way to see a city without having to pedal your way through it. River Taxis Taxis on land may be standard fare, but taxis on water are special. The great part of riding these river taxis is that you can enjoy the city with a dierent perspective, and take in the stunning sights on both sides of the river while the gentle breezes are playing with your hair. Horse-Drawn Carriages Horse-drawn carriages aren't just for fairytales or rst dates. They also can be a charming way to transport attendees during private events – especially in destinations that have an Old World appeal or a slower pace of living. Classic cars are great for social media. "You don't have to be a car nut to appreciate the splendour of (classic cars). These Instagrammable rides promise to transport attendees in style, and will have them buzzing both o•ine among each other and online among their friends."

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