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www.travelweeklyweb.com www.travelweeklyweb.com 14 | ■ TRAVELWeekly AsiA | MAY 2014 Mice HONG KONG – Banyan Tree Hotels & R e s o r t s h a s l a u n c h e d a n e w g l o b a l meetings and events concept, Meaningful Connections, combining business with the rejuvenation of mind, body and soul. W i t h t h e c o n t i n u e d g r o w t h o f t h e meetings and events market around the world, Meaningful Connections has been developed to cater to the needs of event planners and organisations as they seek new destinations and different experiences. To help event and meeting planners find that perfect location for their next occasion, Banyan Tree's new Meaningful Connections microsite has been developed in English and Chinese. This microsite features extensive information detailing k e y B a n y a n T r e e d e s t i n a t i o n s , s e a t i n g capacity and styles, unique experiences and dining options for groups, large and small. A request for proposal option ensures p e r s o n a l i s e d a n d t a i l o r e d i n f o r m a t i o n is communicated to the event planner promptly. The philosophy behind every Banyan Tree resort is to create a Sanctuary for the Senses, a place to rejuvenate mind, Banyan Tree launches new MICE concept The concept, Meaningful Connections, combines business with the rejuvenation of mind, body and soul. Banyan Tree Shanghai On the Bund. body and soul. This is the ethos from which Banyan Tree's meetings and event programmes are developed. Along with unique event and dining options, an array of team-building pursuits is on offer. Delegates and attendees can discover a wide variety of activities, from world-renowned spa treatments at Banyan Tree Spa and early morning yoga sessions; to extreme activities such as ATV rides and watersports; from Bedouin-inspired BBQs in the desert and cooking classes MACAO – Conrad Macao, Cotai Central h a s l a u n c h e d i t s n e w T a k e M e t o B e d c a m p a i g n g i v i n g m e e t i n g p l a n n e r s t h e chance to receive their very own Conrad Bed* valued at US$5,000 for free when they book a residential meetings group v a l u e d a t U S $ 4 0 , 0 0 0 t h a t i n c l u d e s a minimum of 100 cumulative room nights and a full-day meeting package at HK$680 (around US$87) per room, by 31 July 2014 for arrivals until 31 December 2015. G u e s t s w h o s t a y a t C o n r a d M a c a o consistently rate the hotel's beds as one of the best they have ever experienced. Conrad Macau launches "Take Me to Bed" MICE promotion It is the largest meetings hotel in Hilton's Asia Pacific region offering 6,500sqm of meeting facilities. The Conrad bed is custom designed by Serta to meet Hilton Hotel's exact specifications with an innovative, patented quilt design and inviting plush top mattress giving the most refreshing, restful slumber imaginable. T o b a l a n c e w o r k a n d p l a y , C o n r a d M a c a o , a s p a r t o f C o t a i S t r i p R e s o r t s M a c a o , o f f e r s a n a b u n d a n c e o f d i n i n g , entertainment, luxury shopping and leisure options, including a health club and the award-winning Bodhi Spa. In March, Conrad Macao will also unveil a luxurious new Conrad Club Lounge with panoramic views overlooking the pool and Macao skyline. Conrad Macao, the largest meetings h o t e l i n H i l t o n ' s A s i a P a c i f i c r e g i o n , offers the perfect location for residential meetings with 654 guestrooms and suites. Conrad Macao offers 6,500 square metres of meeting facilities which includes 53 s e p a r a t e c o n f e r e n c e s , m e e t i n g s a n d boardrooms to cater to functions of varied sizes and needs. The hotel also offers access to an additional six junior ballrooms and one grand ballroom spanning 13,500 square metres available within Sands Cotai Central. with executive chefs; to giving back to the environment and communities via the numerous sustainability projects supported and managed by Banyan Tree. Whatever the event, from a corporate retreat, business meeting, teambuilding get- away or sales incentive, the experienced Banyan Tree events team in each of the 22 resorts worldwide can bring any vision to life to create a seamless, unique event which encompasses stunning locations, natural beauty, and unique experiences.