HONGKONG
Hong Kong is recognised as the home of an enormous number of China- and internationally-affiliated professional associations, making it the perfect choice for knowledge sharing and the ideal convention destination. Hong Kong’s strategic location close to the world’s fastest-growing economies provides an deal platform for international organisations and professional bodies to work with Mainland China and other Asian counterparts. Even the biggest conventions are at home in Hong Kong. More than 57,000 hotel rooms – from super deluxe hotels to approved budget hostels – are available to suit every need, taste and budget. Small and medium sized groups can also find world-class accommodation to meet their needs.
No conference is complete without experiencing some of the more spectacular entertainment programmes, diverse shopping opportunities and great food that Hong Kong offers. A wide selection of tours, ranging from sightseeing harbour cruises to a heritage tour, are also available for delegates to join before and after meetings. Situated on the doorstep of Southern China, Hong Kong is also a stone’s throw from a variety of exciting Mainland cities, including the burgeoning metropolis of Shenzhen and the provincial capital, Guangzhou. A convenient visa system allows foreign visitors in Hong Kong to visit Guangdong Province for a maximum of six days (144 hours).
Leisure Tips for Conventions and Exhibitions Visitors. Hong Kong truly is a shopping paradise. From glitzy malls to funky street markets, to traditional and themed shopping districts, you can find everything from the latest designer fashions and electronic gadgets to best-value antiques and collectibles.
Renowned as the culinary capital of Asia, and the second city in Asia being awarded for its own Michelin Guide. Hong Kong boasts more than 11,000 restaurants, many of them clustered in defined food districts. Apart from enjoying the best Cantonese and regional Chinese food, visitors can
sample a full choice of authentic Asian cuisines and Western fare. Local must-try dishes are dim sum and fresh seafood, with some of the top examples found in Best of the Best award-winning restaurants
Don't miss the fun at Hong Kong's trendy night districts. You'll find the place that fits your mood: happening bars, neighbourhood pubs, funky nightclubs, hostess bars, sophisticated wine bars, and many places where you can wine and dine.
CONFERENCE VENUE
The Conference venue will be at Hong Kong Convention and Exhibition Ccentre(HKCEC). Framed by Hong Kong’s skyline, HKCEC is a magnificent, multi-use venue located right in the heart of Hong Kong on its famous Victoria Harbour. The Centre is one of the largest multi-use venues in Asia and continues to be a globally recognized landmark complimenting Hong Kong’s cityscape.
The HKCEC is also linked to two hotels: the Grand Hyatt Hong Kong and the Renaissance Harbour View Hotel, Hong Kong by covered footbridges and walkways. In addition to a total over 1,400 rooms available at the Grand Hyatt and the Renaissance Harbour View, there are over 5,000 hotel rooms available within 5 to 15 minutes walking distance to the HKCEC.
Subway transport is only minutes away, and it serves Hong Kong’s major urban areas. The airport can readily be reached by road or express rail link in 30 minutes. For more information on HKCEC, please refer to its website: www.hkcec.com.hk
Opening and Closing Ceremony; keynote speeches; plenary and award presentation will be hold in Convention Hall. Registration, cocktail parties, social buffet will be in the Convention Foyer. 19 meeting rooms with various sizes for accommodating 20 to 300 people will be reserved for structured parallel technical sessions of the conference.
