MACAU, CHINA – Media OutReach – 4 August 2020 – Ahead of the highly anticipated opening of Galaxy International Convention Center (GICC) — Macau’s...

MACAU, CHINA – Media OutReach
– 4 August 2020 – Ahead of the highly anticipated opening of Galaxy
International Convention Center
(GICC) — Macau’s premier MICE destination — in
the first half of 2021, Galaxy Integrated Resorts will showcase this brand new
events facility and the Galaxy Integrated Resorts MICE Offer
at the IT&CM China 2020 virtual event in August.

“We look forward
to participating in IT&CM China’s new virtual event format this year,” Joey Pather, Senior
Vice President, MICE Operations and Sales, New Resort for Galaxy Entertainment
Group said. “With GICC as
the newest addition to Macau’s MICE scene next year, it will be one of the most
technologically advanced MICE destinations in Asia, offering 5G for high-speed
connectivity and live streaming of content. We are witnessing an accelerating
trend of more hybrid events, where people meet both on site at events venues
and online. Meeting organizers who take advantage of the digital hybrid format
will undoubtedly create innovative events in future. GICC will soon have the
infrastructure and technology in place to become best in class in global
digital and simulcast communication.”

Seamlessly situated within
the Galaxy Integrated Resorts precinct, GICC will offer 40,000m2 of versatile meeting
space, a 650-seat auditorium, the 16,000-seat Galaxy Arena and a luxurious new
700-room Andaz Macau hotel — all in one location. For large-scale exhibitions,
GICC offers 10,000m2 of pillar-less convention
and exhibition areas that can cater for 7,000 delegates. Galaxy Arena will play
host to major sports events, world-class concerts, thrilling fight nights and
corporate launches. The
arena’s impressive design, state-of-the-art audio-visual, lighting and
communication systems set the stage for events of any kind.

GICC and the
Galaxy Arena are also pleased to unveil their own distinctive logos featuring
Galaxy Integrated Resorts’ iconic cupola symbol, in a nod to the company’s rich
heritage. The elegant and contemporary designs of the logos convey the
uniqueness of the Galaxy Integrated Resorts experience and are closely linked
to the architectural design of the original property in Macau — Galaxy Macau™.

Galaxy Integrated Resorts offers a variety of
versatile venues

Galaxy
International Convention Center connects seamlessly with multiple award-winning
Galaxy Integrated Resorts, with Macau’s largest collection of luxury hotel
brands in one destination– StarWorld Hotel, Banyan Tree Macau, Galaxy Hotel™,
Hotel Okura Macau, JW Marriott Hotel Macau, The Ritz-Carlton, Macau and
Broadway Hotel.

Poised
to open a new chapter for MICE tourism, guests also enjoy easy access to 1.1 million m² of unique
entertainment, shopping and leisure attractions. These include 120 dining
optionsf, some of which have been garnered such prestigious accolades as the
Michelin Stars, and Broadway Food Street at Broadway Macau™ which is just a
link bridge away from Galaxy Macau.

Blending
business and leisure, GICC also provides guests easy access to The Grand Resort
Deck, a unique rooftop “tropical beach” experience with the world’s longest
Skytop Aquatic Adventure Rapids and a 150-meter beach front Wave Pool with
white sand beach. Leisure attractions extend to The Promenade Shops of 200
international brands, a 3D Cineplex with state-of-art 4K laser experience, and
award-winning spas.

Stunning
poolside cabanas, pristine beaches on the Grand Resort Deck, a festive Broadway
Food Street featuring local Macau cuisine, the chic China Rouge and many more
venues create distinctive settings for teambuilding activities, networking
events, gala dinners and a host of other events. All venues are within
convenient walking distance to one another so that meeting organizers need not
worry about the logistics of arranging transportation, and the variety of
venues offer new experiences for delegates each day.


The Galaxy Integrated
Resorts MICE Offer

Meeting organizers
who book an event at GICC or at any of the 8 luxury hotels at the resort precinct
before December 31, 2020 can enjoy discounts off the master bill, refreshing
welcome drinks, complimentary coach transfer, suite upgrades, complimentary rooms
and 15% off on dining for hotel guests of Galaxy Macau and Broadway Macau.

With just 25 room
bookings, meeting organizers may choose from two of the following offers, and
those who book 401 rooms or more on peak may select 5 of these exclusive
benefits:

  • 5% off the master bill
  • Refreshing welcome drinks at China Rouge, Belon, JW
    Marriott Lounge or Nagomi Bar & Lounge
  • Complimentary single-trip 38/45-seater coach transfer
  • One complimentary upgrade to a suite for every 25 rooms
    booked
  • One complimentary room for every 25 rooms booked
  • Galaxy Macau and Broadway Macau hotel guests will receive
    a 15% discount on dining
  • More room bookings lead to greater benefits:
  • Earn
    2 benefits for 25-100 rooms booked on one night
  • Earn
    3 benefits for 101-200 rooms booked on one night
  • Earn
    4 benefits for 201-400 rooms booked on one night
  • Earn
    5 benefits for 401 or more rooms booked on one night

This resort-wide MICE offer is for events booked within this year and
held before December 31, 2021. A minimum stay of two consecutive nights with 25
rooms per night is required with the purchase of one full-day standard meeting
package or standard banquet dinner menu for all attendees.

Partner with our “EVENT
STUDIO” for creative events

The Galaxy Integrated Resorts precinct offers
its own in-house team of event planners known as “EVENT STUDIO” to co-create
customized events with organizers. Organizers now have access to a one-stop shop
of experienced planners who are familiar with all of the venues across the integrated
resorts.

The role of EVENT STUDIO is to go beyond
conventional event planning by pushing the envelope to develop creative
concepts that make events truly impactful. This innovative team will partner
with meeting organizers every step of the way to assist with venue selection,
conceptualizing themes, décor, entertainment and marketing coordination to
create events that are bespoke and tailor-made for the needs of delegates.

Comprehensive
“Health and Safety” measures

The primary focus at Galaxy Integrated Resorts is to ensure the
continued health and safety of all guests. Recently, a “We Are Ready” campaign was
launched to inform guests about enhanced health and safety measures at the
resorts.
The aim of
this initiative is to protect the health and safety of visitors in three major
ways: health screening; comprehensive disinfection measures and taking extra
precautions to protect every guest. The Galaxy Integrated
Resorts
continues to explore and introduce new technology to safeguard
each guest. The following is an overview of new measures in place:

  • Temperature
    screening at all main entrances and exits at the resorts
  • Macau Health Codes
    must be presented upon entry
  • UV light to
    sterilize hotel room key cards
  • Nano-coating
    technology for long-lasting, self-disinfection of surfaces
  • The use of
    hospital grade disinfections
  • Galaxy Integrated
    Resorts is also the first and only resort in Macau to house its own laboratory
    certified by the China National Accreditation Service for Conformity Assessment
    (CNAS) for food safety
  • Hotels guests will
    receive complimentary hygiene kits with masks and sanitizers
  • All team members
    attend regular health and safety training programs

Learn
more at IT&CM China

From August 3 — 5, 2020, buyers and exhibitors are
invited to engage with Galaxy Integrated Resorts online at the IT&CM China
virtual event to learn more about the opening of GICC and the entire resorts precinct.
Buyers have an opportunity to arrange Pre-Scheduled Appointments (PSA) by
“Perfect Match” during the 2nd week of July and by “Buyer/Seller
Request” from the 4th week of July until August 5. In addition to
PSAs, buyers can also take part in exclusive “Walk-In” meetings with Galaxy
Integrated Resorts for a more in-depth discussion. For more information, please
visit:
www.itcmchina.com; or to contact the
Galaxy Integrated Resorts’ sales team directly, please
e-mail:
sales@galaxyentertainment.com or call: +853 8883 1628.

Galaxy International Convention Center

Creatively
designed for bespoke meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions, GICC is
the latest addition to GEG’s ever-expanding integrated resort precinct in
Macau, which will set a new standard for Macau, while supporting the city’s
vision of becoming a “World Center of Tourism and Leisure”. Offering 40,000
m2 of MICE space, the
venue will feature advanced facilities and be equipped with immersive
technology, state-of-the-art audio-visual and lighting, the latest communication
systems, and flexible event space catering to multiple configurations and
set-ups.


GICC
will offer a 10,000m2 pillar-less Exhibition Hall for trade shows;
an Auditorium seating 650 guests for keynote sessions, ceremonies, performances
and product launches; a Banquet Hall seating 2,400 guests; a 4,000
m2 Conference Hall
consisting of 3 partitionable spaces; a Ballroom catering for over 1,000
guests; a diverse selection of dining options and Andaz Macau, a luxury
lifestyle hotel with over 700 rooms and suites.

Galaxy Arena

The 16,000-seat Galaxy Arena is set to become the
most technologically advanced event and entertainment facility in Asia when it
opens in the first half of 2021.


Galaxy Arena is the place where spectacular events
come to life – from world concert tours to thrilling fight nights. Our arena
offers center-stage, end-stage or boxing ring set-ups, all of which are
customizable for your event. With unobstructed views and high-definition
broadcasting enabled by advanced technical infrastructure, every guest will
enjoy amazing 360° views and high quality surround sound. The arena also
features 8 Hospitality Suites for guests to relax and network in luxuriously
private surrounds.


Galaxy Arena’s impressive design, state-of-the-art
audio-visual, lighting and communication systems set the stage for events of
any kind. The new and immersive digital technology at Galaxy Arena is designed
to boost engagement between fans and organizers.


Galaxy Arena is seamlessly integrated with the
Galaxy International Convention Center and Galaxy Integrated Resorts.

Andaz Macau

Andaz Macau, a vibrant luxury lifestyle hotel
rooted in local art and culture, will become the first Andaz hotel joining
GEG’s ever-expanding Galaxy Integrated Resorts precinct in Macau.


Andaz Macau will feature a dedicated check-in
lounge catering to large MICE group, over 700 rooms and suites, an Andaz
lounge, a bar and restaurant, state-of-the-art fitness center and an indoor
pool. Andaz Macau will be connected to the multiple award-winning integrated
resort Galaxy Macau™, offering 1.1 million m2 of unique
entertainment, shopping with over 200 world renowned luxury brands and leisure
attractions.


The addition of the Andaz brand will solidify
Galaxy Integrated Resorts precinct’s position as Macau’s leading integrated
resorts offering the largest collection of luxury hotels – including StarWorld
Hotel, Banyan Tree Macau, Galaxy Hotel™, Hotel Okura Macau, JW Marriott Hotel
Macau, The Ritz-Carlton Macau, Broadway Hotel.


Andaz Macau will bring the distinctive Andaz style
to Macau, immersing business and leisure guests in a stimulating environment
inspired by the city’s colorful heritage that is a blend of Chinese and
Portuguese cultures. This will include the vibrant interior design, local
tastes and aromas with a twist and experiences that will satiate the curiosity
of inquisitive guests.

For more
information, please visit:
www.galaxyicc.com

Please also follow the GICC official LinkedIn page for
the latest news and happenings:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/galaxy-international-convention-center/

Source:: Media Outreach

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