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Meet anD Mingle:

how to Plan

a fun event

Although you may be a MICE planner
organising an event for a corporate audience,
keep in mind that your incentive events don’t
have to be too serious or stuffy. Here are a few
simple guidelines to make your event stand out
and leave a lasting impression.

1. Choose a Venue Wisely
Make sure the venue is in a location that is
easily accessible. If you’re planning a team
bonding event, opt for a venue with lots of nat-
ural lighting, which helps to inspire creativity.

2. Incorporate the Local Culture
The best events are those that have an
element of authenticity. The best part of
hosting an event here are the range of local
activities you can incorporate, like Thai cooking
classes or traditional dance lessons for a more
hands-on experience.
5. Consider the F&B
3. Start Things Off on the Right Foot
As an event organiser, keeping your guests This is perhaps the best way to highlight the
entertained is perhaps the most difficult of all. uniqueness of Thailand’s culture. Do surveys be-
Start your occasion with a bang by incorporat- forehand to find out the dietary requirements
ing a fun group bonding activity. Music is of your guests. Be careful as Thailand’s food is
another way to loosen up delegates, and set traditionally quite spicy, so make sure you dis-
the right tone for the rest of the event. cuss these prerequisites ahead of time.
6. Make the Memories Last
4. Get Active!
With fitness becoming such a huge part of Ideally, the best incentive events should
everyone’s lives, it’s not uncommon to find become a talking point for future team build-
incentive events that offer early morning yoga ing sessions. Create fun photo opportunities
sessions. Organisers can also consider cycling through the use of photo booths or backdrops
trips around local attractions to let attendees with the company logo clearly visible.
stretch their legs. Alternatively, encourage the use of social media
posting with a unique hashtag and don’t forget
to set up a photo sharing contest.

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