CIM NEWS MAGAZINE Issue 4 2017 | Page 3

CONTENTS On the cover 10 As Asia’s leading destination for business, leisure and entertainment, Marina Bay Sands is home to multiple unique and vibrant attractions and a creator of world-class experiences for its guests. REGULARS 04 Publisher’s word 06 News 24 Event report Sydney shines for AIPC 2017 14 FEATURES 18 Talking point Getting your speakers stage ready Print Post Approved PP100008072 Canberra on the menu Stars align for Adelaide Samoa’s South Pacific charm CIMi317.indd 1 27 Q&A Angela Sciacca, AIME 30 Venue update 33 Meeting people 34 PCO Association 08 Cover story The best of Singapore in one venue 10 Darwin Redefine your possibilities 14 North Queensland P&O Cruises 2/06/2017 10:42 am To ensure you never miss out there are now more ways to enjoy CIM. As well as the bimonthly magazine, CIM is also available online packed with exclusive extras. Riding a wave of investment 20 Thailand Great food making waves Marriott International goes TED Don’t miss 22 New Zealand Kiwis on show at CINZ 26 Industry update BECA heads to Canberra for pollie talkfest 28 Food trends 20 Key trends fuelling delegates 32 Profile Look out for these topical news-based video stories at www.cimmagazine.com to delve deeper into the issues behind the print stories. Fiona Batten, cievents www.cimmagazine.com   Convention & Incentive Marketing, Issue 4, 2017  3