Top 10 reasons to attend GIBTM

GIBTM – the Gulf Incentive, Business Travel and Meetings exhibition opens at ADNEC in Abu Dhabi on March 29.

With more than 250 exhibitors and a number of international and regional Hosted Buyers already confirmed to attend, the focus this year will be on a unique insight into this sector of business.

“If you are in the business of organising meetings and events, if you come from an agency or an in-house team, or if business travel is your remit, GIBTM will give you unlimited solutions and inspiration - all at a time when the Gulf is fast becoming one of the best and most cost effective to put your ideas into practice,” said GIBTM event director Graeme Barnett.

RTE said it was time to take the opportunity to find the products and destinations that would make your next event “really memorable for your clients”

To register visit www.gibtm.com.

See below for RTE’s top 10 reasons to visit.

1. It’s the only event of its kind in the region for the MICE industry – GIBTM is all about business opportunities and now in its 4th year, is a catalyst for the region to meet with international planners and buyers.

As the pivot of a week that brings together a full programme of activities, GIBTM is totally focused on enhancing the potential of this lucrative global economic provider.

2. Learn from the professionals: international speakers bringing new ideas, discussing case studies and providing inspiration to event and meeting planners - GIBTM is working closely with the Abu Dhabi Travel and Tourism Agencies Committee (ATTAC) and Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority to bring specific education crating a huge advantage to international and regional visitors looking for the right solutions, facilities, venues and locations for their events.

Featuring seminars and workshops presented by international professionals who will give practical advice for meetings industry professionals at all levels of experience, those who visit GIBTM will obtain the knowledge they need to organise and plan their next meeting, conference, incentive or event.

3. Be the first to hear the annual Gulf Meetings Industry Research Survey results – The third Gulf region industry research survey clearly demonstrates what regional and international buyers and planners are looking for on behalf of their clients, and provides knowledge, ideas, information and a business solution based on both local and global expertise

4. If you have proven budgets and you specialise in this sector you could even apply to be a Hosted Buyer – Hosted Buyers receive many exclusive benefits such as return economy flights on Etihad Airways, free accommodation in a 4/5 star property, airport ‘Meet and Assist’ service on arrival, complimentary coach transfers throughout their stay, buyer-driven appointment systems and pre and post event tour options, including the ADTA sponsored ‘Abu Dhabi Day’. The appointment system is subject the buyers choice; each 20 minute appointment is arranged and organised in advance from a list of exhibitors that the Hosted Buyer selects.

5. If your job title is a Sales Manager, PR Director, Marketing Manager, Event Director, Meeting Planner, Conference Organiser then you must attend – GIBTM attracts local, regional and international venues, hotels, destinations, meeting facilities and suppliers, together with international and regional buyers, providing three days of real inspiration.

6. Visitors benefit from travel and accommodation special rates – more than 16 official GIBTM hotels are offering 4/5 star accommodation. For more information log onto www.gibtm.com/travel

7. Entry to the exclusive GIBTM networking event at Yas Island is free – your opportunity to see the F1 Yas Marina Circuit ahead of this year’s Grand Prix Final!

8. Complimentary Shuttle services - The shuttle bus service is complimentary for all GIBTM participants, including visitors, exhibitors and Hosted Buyers. These operate between ADNEC, the airport, the City centre and the official hotels on a frequent basis

9. GIBTM is FREE to attend – all you have to do is go online and register in advance at www.gibtm.com/register

10. You only get one chance – don’t let your business miss this opportunity!