A Newsletter for IT&CMA and CTW Asia-Pacific 2005. No. 3 ( July 2005)

Swing it in Pattaya | Travel Oscars in Pattaya | Carry for Kids | Pre and Post Show Tours | PSA & Online Diary | Media Registration| Spotlight on Pattaya| Marketing Ideas | Exhibitor Line-Up | Official and Supporting Hotels| Project Team 

Swing it in Pattaya Work and Play at IT&CMA/CTW 2005 This October, Pattaya will be in full swing as travel tradesmen from all over the world convene for three days of dynamic commerce, conference and training.  Among our distinguished speakers is Mr Rohit Talwar, global futurist and CEO of Fast Future, who will be conducting a keynote session on mega trends in the BTMICE industry and the effects of recent pricing and travel distribution developments in the corporate travel and MICE industries.  From the latest Conference Programme, some notable updates include a Special Industry Presentation by Hong Kong Disneyland, a Risk Management Seminar by Asst. Professor Thitivadee Chaiyawat and Workshops on Sales Excellence by Mr Michael Podolinsky, CEO, Podolinsky International.  The Opening Ceremony Dinner will be held at the spectacular Alangkarn. There will also be a Hosted Luncheon by Hong Kong Tourism Board, a Cambodia Night by Cambodia National Tourism Authority and not forgetting, the prestigious TTG Travel Awards on the last day of IT&CMA/CTW 2005..  As we continue bringing you more updates, be sure to refer to  the latest Event Programme to find out what is happening at IT&CMA/CTW 2005!

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Voting Categories: Travel Supplier Awards and Travel Agent Awards
Best Asian Low-Cost Carrier New
Best Airport Hotel  New
Best New Beach Resort  New
Best New Resort Hotel (Non-Beach) New
Best Serviced Residence  New
Best Spa Operator  New
Best New Spa  New
Best BT MICE City  New
Best Convention & Exhibition Centre  New
Best Convention & Exhibition Bureau  New
Best Corporate Travel Agency  New

Non-Voting Category
Travel Entrepreneur of the Year  New
Most Environmentally Friendly Travel Company  New

 

VOTE FOR YOUR FAVOURITES NOW!
                                                                                                                                                                                                                                

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For delegates who wish to contribute towards this cause and do their bit for these children, read on how you can make up a Shoebox of Love for the Pattaya Orphanage.  

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Pre and Post Show Tours See and experience Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam. Have some fun watching rare tigers performing tricks in the Sriracha Tiger Zoo. Soak in the sun, air and sea on Koh Larn (Coral Island). What better ways to kick-start IT&CMA/CTW 2005 than go on the Pre-Show Tours specially arranged for hosted buyers, travel managers and media?  That is not the end. After three days of hard work at IT&CMA/CTW 2005, you can extend your stay by signing up for one of the Post-show Familiarisation Tours. In Thailand, you can choose to visit bustling Bangkok, discover heritage treasures in Chiang Mai and Chiang Rai, or simply relax on the beach resorts of Koh Chang, Koh Samui, Krabi, and Phuket.  Trips to famous Vietnamese cities of Hanoi and Ho Chi Minh are a must for lovers of old-world charm and beauty. Myanmar also beckons with its mystical Pagodas and beautiful culture of lacquer works and handicrafts.  Find out how you can join a pre-show and post-show tour here.

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Media Registration

Members of the Media can now register their interest to attend IT&CMA/CTW 2005 and stand to be fully hosted with complimentary flight, accommodation and function passes.

The Organiser reserves the right to accept or reject any application. All successful applicants will be notified.

Click here for online Press/Media Registration.                                                                                                                                           

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Alangkarn 
Combining traditional dances and state-of-the-art technology, Alangkarn presents a larger-than-life rendition of colourful Thai culture.

Where: 155km Sukhumvit Highway

Go-Karting @
Pattaya Kart Speedway and K.R. Go-Kart Grand Prix
A great way to fulfil your speeding urges on the tracks and get your adrenaline pumping.

Where: Thep Prasit Road

Mini Siam
A one-stop location to see almost 100 miniature models of famous landmarks and architectural heritage structures in Thailand and Europe. 

Where: 143km Sukhumvit Highway
Open: 7.00am to 10.00pm daily

Pattaya Water Park
  A fun attraction for kids to cool down and splash around while adults enjoy panoramic views of Jomtien Beach and Pattaya City at the top of Pattaya Park Tower. 

Where: 345 Jomtien Beach

Sanctuary of Truth 
Thailand's biggest wooden sanctuary where The Seven Creators wooden sculptures are housed. 

Where: 206/2 Moo 5 Naklua, 12 Naklua Rd
Open: 9.00am to 6.00pm daily

Three Kingdoms Park
            A park inspired by a great classical Chinese novel with rich oriental architecture reflecting Buddhism and the culture and philosophy of  Thais and Chinese.

Where: 100 Moo 9 Tambon Pong
Open: 10.00am to 5.00pm (Mon to Fri); 10.00am to 6.00pm (Sat & Sun)
                           

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Marketing Ideas for Higher Visibility
Calling all exhibitors! Here is your chance to boost your corporate branding and profile at IT&CMA/CTW 2005 with a variety of advertising, promotions and sponsorship opportunities. Increase your corporate visibility, let your product and services stand out and  win more business during the show and even after it is over!

Selected Items Available for Sponsorship
Delegate Bags
Sponsor and show logos will be prominently featured on delegate bags for more than 1,600 buyers, corporate travel managers, exhibitors and media. 

Welcome Packs
In addition to having sponsor logo on the Welcome Pack, the sponsor will have the privilege of inserting promotional literature and additional premiums. 

Hosted Luncheons
An excellent social and networking platform for sponsors to play host to a captured audience of hosted buyers, travel managers and media.

Networking Coffee Breaks
Display products, conduct demonstrations, and cultivate business relations in coffee break areas.

Conference Folders
Given to all conference delegates, a back-cover advertisement on the folders will provide great visibility and branding during and after the show. 

Directional Signages/"You Are Here" Boards
Sponsor logo will be placed on a variety of country/booth banners and directional signages around the exhibition centre. 

Read more on IT&CMA/CTW 2005 marketing and  sponsorship opportunities. 

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 Exhibitor Line-Up
 Buyers can expect to meet and do business with a range of quality exhibitors worldwide at IT&CMA/CTW 2005!

TTG Asia Project Team

Phila Anne Tan, Manager (Exhibitions/Events) 
(65) 6395 7595  phila.tan@ttgasia.com

Jonathan Sim, Operations Manager
(65) 6395 7511  jonathan.sim@ttgasia.com

Siti Banding 
Asst. Project Manager  (Buyers Hosting Programme)
(65) 6395 7517  siti.banding@ttgasia.com

Monica Tew, Asst. Project Manager
(65) 6395 7512  monica.tew@ttgasia.com

Ng Whey Whey, Project Executive
(65) 6395 7529  whey.ng@ttgasia.com

Wendy Chan, Marketing Executive
(65) 6395 7513   wendy.chan@ttgasia.com

Ginny Tan, Project Coordinator
(65) 6395 7515   ginny.tan@ttgasia.com

Charmayne Neo 
Project Coordinator (Buyers Hosting Programme)
(65) 6395 7510  charmayne.neo@ttgasia.com 

Melinda Mak, Consultant

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