Emirates Palace showcases superior MICE facilities at GIBTM

A shining example of Arabian culture and hospitality at its finest, Emirates Palace is a welcoming destination for business and leisure travelers from all over the world, a fact that has not escaped the notice of corporate bookers and conference organisers attending the Gulf Incentive, Business Travel and Meetings exhibition (GIBTM)

'Emirates Palace is the recognised leader in the conference hotel sector, unmatched in distinction and elegance. The meetings industry is an ever growing area of business for us, and with our exceptional service, attention to detail, and technologically-advanced facilities, we are swiftly evolving as the venue of choice for leading businesses worldwide,'

said General Manager, Hans Olbertz.

Tying in with GIBTM and valid until May 31st 2008, conference and meeting guests can indulge in the 'Pure Arabian Hospitality' package with complimentary leisure activities; such as the exhilarating Desert Safari package incorporating dune bashing and sand skiing. The package comprises of tailored refreshment breaks, a working lunch and hire of a meeting room. In addition, for every 20 rooms booked, based on the best available rate, one complimentary room will be provided.

The preferred venue for government receptions, visiting dignitaries as well as regional and international conventions, Emirates Palace always rises to the occasion, whether it is a low-key meeting of executives or a large scale conference.

The Palace Conference Centre offering in excess of 6,000 square metres of space for events and exhibitions, it is one of the largest and most opulent meeting and conference venues in the Middle East and North Africa.

The luxury resort hotel boasts a state-of-the-art auditorium with a seating capacity of 1, 100. It has been the venue of choice for numerous performance events such as the Opera 'Carmen', Puccini's 'Madame Butterfly', Broadway hit musical 'Chicago', Prokofiev's Romeo and Juliet ballet and performances by Jose Carreras. The auditorium features a built-in theatrical stage, a cinema quality theatre system with a 35mm film projector, in-house broadcast and editing facilities, simultaneous translation booths, and professional sound systems, thus producing an exceptional audio and visual experience.

Emirates Palace also houses a magnificent ballroom that can accommodate up to 2,400 guests and can be separated into three sections. The ballroom includes a professional video conference system, which is ISDN-based and may multicast a conference call with locations around the world. Customization is possible through the sophisticated lighting facilities that can ingeniously create an enchanting atmosphere, making it the ideal venue for gala dinners, seminars, product launches and exhibitions. Special induction loops are installed within the ballroom for the hearing impaired. The grandiose foyer can hold up to 300 guests and can be used as a separate event space if so required.

The diversity of bespoke packages paired with the most advanced technology, makes Emirates Palace the ideal venue for all kinds of business meetings and conferences. With over 40 meeting rooms of different capacities and configurations to choose from, the options are endless. The meeting and conference rooms are equipped with a projector, motorized screen, plasma screens, wired and wireless microphones, audio-visual systems, wireless and wire data system, IP cameras, broadcast camera connectivity, video conferencing system and audio conferencing system. The meeting and conference facilities are also conveniently located near the high-tech Media Centre and Business Centre.

With 3,000 square metres of sprawling green lawns and lush landscaped gardens, Emirates Palace offers spectacular outdoor venues for gala dinners and events. The expansive and lavish grounds have hosted thousands of guests for events such as renowned opera 'Aida', and exceptional live concert performances by 'Justin Timberlake' and 'Sir Elton John'. In addition there are six large terraces and a variety of pre-function settings that provide many possibilities for break-outs, cocktail receptions and banquets.

For every occasion Emirates Palace has a dedicated event and conference planner who will work in partnership with guests to ensure that all elements are considered for the perfect event at Abu Dhabi's iconic landmark, the Emirates Palace.