To find the best meeting cities for event planners, we focused on the availability of event industry amenities and services, and quality of life attributes. And here are our top picks and what they have to offer. Keep reading!
Tokyo
Voted the best experience for tourists and as the country with the most helpful locals, best taxi service, and cleanest streets, it’s safe to say that Tokyo is accustomed to hosting visitors. In addition to large conference venues, the city’s well-known hotels have plenty of meeting space. Oakwood Premier Tokyo Midtown Hotel caters specifically to expatriates who will be in the country more than thirty days. They can accommodate up to 200 people in their largest conference room. For another option, consider the Ritz-Carlton of Tokyo.
Beijing
The Beijing Convention & Visitors Bureau (BCVB) was launched in 2012 by the Beijing Municipal Commission of Tourism Development to help China’s capital city gain more large-scale international meetings, events and conventions. The MICE industry in China, much like the country’s economy, is fast growing and has an estimated value of $150 billion annually.
Vienna
Rich with history, incredible views and excellent restaurants, Vienna is a wonderful spot for your next meeting. And one of the most famous meeting cities in the world. Hold your conference in one of the 18 meeting rooms at the Messe Wien Exhibition and Congress Center, or consider one of the boardrooms at the Hilton Vienna Danube Waterfront for a smaller gathering. The Hilton Vienna Danube Waterfront features spectacular views of the water and is a short drive from the airport.
Istanbul
Straddling Europe and Asia, Istanbul, Turkey, served as the capital of four empires for nearly 16 centuries: Roman, Byzantine, Latin and Ottoman. Istanbul is still a world center, especially for meetings, with seven purpose-built convention centers, three exhibition centers and 94 five-star and deluxe hotels. And the Istanbul Convention & Exhibition Centre (ICEC) has a seating capacity of 3,050 people and 1,300 persons in classroom.
Paris
Home to the Eiffel Tower, the Louvre, and Notre Dame, Paris remains one of the world’s top places to visit. Schedule your event at the gorgeous Le Palais des Congres de Paris. The space can hold up to 400 guests and is known for hosting international conferences. Planning a large exhibition? Try the Paris Porte de Versailles. This venue is close to the Orly Airport and train stations, making it easy for guests who are just coming in for the day or staying nearby.
London
Considered the most influential city in the world and home to 2,000 of the world’s top companies, it’s no surprise that London is one of the best places to hold a meeting or conference. The ExCel London Convention and Exhibition Center is the most popular place to host an event. With a variety of rooms and spaces, they can accommodate a small meeting or a massive conference in their auditorium.
Choose the right location
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