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Ayana Resort Bali new facilities for meetings and events
Ayana Resort Bali has opened several new facilities for corporate gatherings: the Saka Museum, After Rock, and Tevanna Garden. Saka Museum offers two indoor function areas. A bridge connects the museum to After Rock, a night lounge. Tevanna Garden, a Japanese-inspired garden for teambuilding activities, is adjacent to Saka Museum.
GCCEC appoints new General Manager
Gold Coast Convention and Exhibition Centre (GCCEC) appointed Nick Jeffery as its new General Manager. He has been with GCCEC for seven years, and as Acting General Manager for five months. In the past five months, he has been instrumental in ensuring continued smooth operations of the business, exceptional service delivery and ongoing client satisfaction.
Thailand surpasses 2024 arrivals targets
Thailand has already surpassed its arrivals targets for 2024, with 35 million visitors. International tourist arrivals generated 1.8 trillion Baht (US$53 billion). For 2025, the tourism authorities have set targets of between 36 and 39 million in international arrivals, generating 1.98 to 2.23 trillion Baht (US$58-66 billion) in tourism revenue.