Rhine cities join forces to showcase their wide range of “MICE” sector services
COLOGNE. Building on last year’s successful cooperation, the convention bureau DÜSSELDORF (cbD) and the Cologne Convention Bureau (CCB) will highlight Rhineland convention destinations in tandem again this year at IMEX. Together with their partners, the two cities will present their offerings from May 24 – 26, 2011 in Hall 8 at the fairgrounds in Frankfurt am Main. The Cologne-Düsseldorf open-design booth (G020) is part of the German Convention Bureau (GCB) exhibit. This year, over 3,500 exhibitors from over 150 countries will present their offerings at the most important trade exhibition for meetings and incentive trips in Germany.
Cologne is becoming increasingly popular as a destination for conventions, conferences and incentives. “Cologne’s central location at the heart of Europe, its multitude of excellent locations, its status as a media, business and university metropolis, and the open, friendly atmosphere all play a key role, and make the city the perfect environment for successful events”, says Stephanie Franke, Head of the Cologne Convention Bureau. At this year’s IMEX, the CCB is showcasing its wide range of conference and convention possibilities in Cologne together with four local industry partners: BROICH CATERING & LOCATIONS, Cölner Hofbräu Früh KG, KölnKongress GmbH und Radisson Blu Hotel Cologne.
From cookery events to teambuilding exercises or outdoor activities ranging from golf to rap jumping and soapbox derby— the CCB and its partners offer a wide variety of other novel ideas for supporting programmes and incentives. Visitors can book for example an individual performance of game show classic ‘Family Fortunes’ with original host Werner Schulze-Erdel or enjoy an exclusive silent picture classic with live music.
The Cologne Convention Bureau website www.conventioncologne.de provides all there is to know about the convention city of Cologne. “The aim of our website is to offer event planners a platform where all information relating to Cologne as an event location is assembled in one place”, explains Stephanie Franke. A digital meeting planner provides tailored solutions in relation to locations, hotels, agencies, caterers, technology, etc. for the scheduled event in Cologne.
At this year’s IMEX, the Cologne Convention Bureau will also showcase the new “Meeting Point Cologne” and accompanying CD hot off the press. The new edition of the brochure provides detailed information and addresses for the numerous venues available for conventions in Cologne. This and more information can also be found online at www.conventioncologne.de.
In addition to providing industry-relevant information and marketing concepts, the Cologne Convention Bureau and the convention bureau DÜSSELDORF will also be offering visitors a special evening highlight at IMEX 2011. There will be a special happy hour on May 24 starting at 16:30 at TW TagungsWirtschaft magazine’s booth (G215), where a raffle with loads of attractive prizes associated with the Rhineland cities of Düsseldorf and Cologne is waiting for the visitors.
In connection with IMEX, Cologne – together with Bonn and Düsseldorf – will also be the destination for a post-convention tour for hosted buyers from the United States. Organized by the German Convention Bureau and supported by the CCB and Cologne industry partners, the three-day stay for American event planners will give them an insight into the three cities at the Rhine.
Broich Catering & Locations
Contemporary catering for individual meeting and incentive requirements
Broich Catering & Locations numbers among Germany’s leading event catering companies.It has 10 venues of its own together with many partner locations for individual meeting and incentive concepts. Our company slogan “We grant moments”, motivates the team led by Georg W. Broich to make each event a unique and unforgettable experience.From a business dinner with clients and partners through company events and catering concepts for exhibitions and conferences, Broich Catering offers a multifaceted range of culinary services. From first-class traditional regional cooking through to “Belle Cuisine” or more contemporary and lighter crossover cooking.
Cölner Hofbräu FRÜH KG
FRÜH is your one-stop partner opposite the Cologne Cathedral: Typical “kölsch” hospitality, a stylish hotel, a breathtaking event location above the rooftops of Cologne, conference facilities and catering – the FRÜH Team offers you competent assistance for your event. Discover our variety from traditional brewhouse specialties to fine dining and exclusive fingerfood.
KölnKongress GmbH
With its wide range of unique venues all situated in Cologne city centre,
Cologne’s largest provider of event venues, KölnKongress, is the reliable and professional partner for events on location. From doctor’s conventions to rock concerts, event organisers can choose from ten extraordinary locations with over 60 rooms, all of which are equipped with the latest technology and are suitable for as few as eight people or as many as 9600.
Radisson Blu Hotel Köln
IMEX — THE PLACE TO BE — The IMEX in Frankfurt also provides the perfect platform for the Radisson Blu Hotel Köln to showcase its expertise. Its prime location directly opposite the Cologne trade fair centre and its perfect links to the A1, A3 and A4 motorways makes the Cologne hotel incredibly accessible. The Köln-Bonn Airport is also close by and is just 15 minutes by car. The S-Bahn is another convenient option; with Köln-Deutz station situated just a short walk away from the hotel. The hotel boasts ten well-lit conference rooms spread over 1000 sqm and a potential outdoor event space of 1500 sqm, making it the ideal venue for the widest range of events. To round off the package, the hotel serves high-quality cuisine and has a friendly, professional service.
