MELBOURNE - Crocodiles, pirates, a Showgirl direct from Las
Vegas, one of Australia's leading female vocalists and a
range of prizes valued up to $5,200 are just some of the
unique attractions and entertainment on offer at the
Asia-Pacific Incentive & Meetings Expo (AIME) 2008 in
Melbourne next week. "This year we're seeing a real influx
of new exhibitors and a wider range of exhibiting
companies. We've also noticed that this year exhibitors
themselves are going to new heights to entertain and engage
visitors," said AIME event director Rosemarie Sama.
Capricorn the crocodile will be greeting visitors to the
Capricorn Tourism stand. Used as the organisation's mascot,
the croc is from a working croc farm on the Capricorn Coast
near Rockhampton in central Queensland. On the Las Vegas
stand, a Las Vegas Showgirl is being flown in especially
for the event and will be handing out game cards for a draw
to win a $500 prize. From Queensland, Tall Ship Sailing
Cruises will have a roving pirate on its stand and is
running a competition for a trip for two to the Gold Coast.
Novotel Melbourne St Kilda is running a promotion for a
trip for two people to Mt Buller for five nights at the Mt
Buller Grand Chalet with ski passes and lessons included,
valued at more than $5,200. The Melbourne booth will offer
samples of local cuisine and regional wines while Sydney
has unveiled plans for an exclusive cocktail party
featuring Australian singer Deni Hines. Fresh from her
latest national tour, Hines will perform on the Sydney
stand at an invitation-only event. AIME 2008 will be held
at the Melbourne Exhibition Centre on February 19 and 20.
AIME is organised by Reed Travel Exhibitions. For further
information visit: www.aime.com.au.