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Abu Dhabi
You take care of business,
We’ll take care of everything else.
www.halaabudhabi.com
WHO WE ARE
Abu Dhabi is regarded as one of the world’s most exciting new destinations for corporate
conferences and events. With a tremendous choice of venues, from city centre hotels and
authentic deserts to natural islands, golf courses and beaches, you can rely on us as the
Professional Conference Organizer (PCO) who knows Abu Dhabi better than any other.
Established in 2010, Hala Abu Dhabi is wholly owned by Etihad Airways and sits within the
Commercial Division of the airline. As both a Professional Conference Organizer (PCO) and
Destination Management Company (DMC), Hala Abu Dhabi offers complete event and leisure
planning services, delivered by a team of multilingual MICE experts - from venue sourcing and
delegate registration right through to production and service delivery by our in-house team.
By delivering customised add-ons, which include flights, visa processing, accommodation, inhouse operated tours & safaris with multi-lingual male and female tour guides, Hala Abu Dhabi
provides MICE organizers with a One-Stop-Shop solution.
Our dedicated multilingual MICE, Sports and FIT teams are dedicated to service the inbound
markets with the appropriate language skills, experience and expertise to deliver the best-in-class
ground experience to your guests. We aim to provide you with international expertise to ensure
that Abu Dhabi is the number one choice for your next meeting, incentive, conference, sporting
event or team building exercise.
WHY BRING YOUR
EVENT
TO ABU DHABI?
Strategically positioned
Geographically positioned in an ideal location
between the East and the West, Abu Dhabi is easily
accessible to delegates from all over the world.
Given that the city is connected to more than 90
global destinations on all continents and is within
an eight-hour flying time for around 60 percent
of the world’s population, it is easy to see why the
UAE capital is being talked about as the next big
destination in the global meetings sector.
Perfect MICE destination
Pristine beaches, record-breaking theme parks,
luxury retail shopping experiences, award-winning
hotels and sporting facilities that are the envy of the
world are just some of the ingredients driving Abu
Dhabi’s new-found confidence as a tourism hub and
a global centre of the meetings and conventions
industry. The UAE capital’s blend of business
dynamism and visitor appeal is attracting meeting
and incentive planners in record-breaking numbers.
The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort
Event Infrastructure
The city has made it to the top 100 global
city rankings for association meetings by the
International Congress and Convention Association
(ICCA). The meetings sector has also been boosted
by the arrival of a number of upscale hotels recently,
many of which offer premium conference, meeting
and boardroom facilities. From an experiential
perspective, Yas Island boasts a Formula 1 circuit,
the Middle East’s only genuine links golf course, a
waterpark and a concert venue that has attracted
talents. Saadiyat Island, meanwhile, offers azure
waters and refined retreats and will also soon be
welcoming the Guggenheim Museum and the
Louvre, which will provide two of the largest cultural
magnets in the region.
Hyatt Capital Gate
Golf in Abu Dhabi
“
Abu Dhabi is an emerging emirate that is becoming increasingly
important as a leisure and business travel destination, especially for
Germans. We are sure that we, as an industry association, who decided
to hold our annual meeting in Abu Dhabi will make a contribution to
bringing the emirate into even sharper focus among German travelers
and that the number of visitors from our country as a result will
increase.
Sibylle Zeuch, Press Officer
Deutscher Reiseverband – German Travel Association
”
High standard accommodation at
affordable rates
Abu Dhabi continues to surprise visitors with
its large variety of world-class 3, 4 and 5-star
accommodation options at affordable rates.
Delegates and guests can enjoy the tranquility
of the Emirate in full luxury with a wide choice of
competitively priced activities.
Climate & Weather
Year-round sunshine, blue skies, and warm
conditions make every event in Abu Dhabi a real
pleasure. Enjoy an impressive choice of outdoor
venues in winter and most of the year. For your
summer events, all establishments are equipped
with air-conditioning.
Stunning Nature
With over 200 natural islands, more than 400
kilometers of pristine coastline, tranquil oases,
UNESCO World Heritage Sites, modern cityscapes,
rocky, mountain-like heights, and awe-inspiring
deserts, Abu Dhabi is a treat for any nature fan.
A world of unique activities
With such variety of nature and attractions, Abu
Dhabi has so much to offer to visitors. Impress
your guests with a desert safari, a city tour, a visit
to the mosque and the heritage sites. Your clients
can tour former palaces, forts, one of the world’s
largest mosques, renovated oases, desert camps,
and indulge in experiences such as falconry, camel
trekking and Arabia’s famed hospitality.
Safety and Security
Abu Dhabi is one of the world’s safest destinations,
and has been named by Mercer Consultants as the
‘Safest City in the Middle East’, delivering a secure
environment for residents and visitors alike.
Qasr Al Sarab Hotel, Al Gharbia
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OUR MICE
EXPERTISE
Our events and leisure planning
services are delivered by a team of
multilingual and culturally experienced
destination experts and event
professionals with a strong network of
carefully vetted suppliers.
We provide tailor-made experiences,
from visa processing, transportation,
accommodation and tours, to venue
selection and conference logistics. So
when it comes to your next corporate
event we’ll take care of everything, and
you can get straight down to business.
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Team Building
Award Ceremonies
Gala Dinners
Social Events
DRV Annual Congress 2014, The Ritz Carlton Grand Canal, Abu Dhabi
OUR MICE
SERVICES
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Our expertise in all areas of corporate travel logistics, combined with our unrivalled knowledge of the region,
makes us your perfect partner for planning your MICE projects in Abu Dhabi. We’ll be with you every step of the
way, to ensure a unique and smooth experience for you and your business.
FROM A-Z
Accommodation
Accounting and Finance Management
Airport Meet & Greet Services
Audio Visual Solutions
Conference Secretariat and Registration
Entertainment and Cultural Displays
Exhibition Stands Design and Fabrication
Flights
Freight Forwarding and Transportation
In-House Production Team
Local Staffing Solutions
World Travel and Tourism Summit 2013
Marketing and PR Services
Meet & Greet Services
Pre- and Post-Tours
Project Management
Post Conference Management
Printing and Design of Publications
Signage and Décor
Social and Spouse Programmes
Supplier and Venue Management
Simultaneous Translations
Stage Design and Fabrication Services
Sponsorship and Industry Liaison
Transportation and Ground Logistics
Visa Facilitation
Venue Selection
Website Development and e-solutions
Meet & Greet Services
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ALTERNATIVE
VENUES
MEETINGS TO REMEMBER
Ferrari World Abu Dhabi
DU Forum Yas Island
Catamaran Rental & Cruises
A variety of venues with a difference - Hala Abu Dhabi presents new and innovative ways to host meetings and
incentive trips that provide great alternatives to hotels and convention centres.
Open your mind to a world of exciting new opportunities. Surprise and impress your delegates and guests with
an extraordinary venue, all of which offer diverse and flexible meeting and event facilities all year round.
Al Falaj, Qasr Al Sarab
Saadiyat Beach Club
Arabian Nights Village
Emirates Palace Hotel
OTHER
VENUES
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Selecting the right venue to match your event is a critical decision. Abu Dhabi has a tremendous variety of
highly competitive and innovative business, tourism and meetings facilities.
Our experienced team will be there to guide you every step of the way and recommend the perfect combination
of event facilities and accommodation.
Jumeirah at Etihad Towers Hotel
Whether in downtown Abu Dhabi on the Corniche, midtown Abu Dhabi, on the Grand Canal, Yas Island or
Saadiyat Island, some of the most stunning hotels also offer state-of-the-art meeting room facilities, sponsor
areas, opulent and spectacular ballrooms and delightful outdoor areas for gala dinners and social networking.
Abu Dhabi National Exhibition Centre (ADNEC) provides meeting and event organisers interconnected, flatroofed indoor floor space. This is the most modern facility of its type in the Arabian Gulf which also houses the
International Convention Centre Abu Dhabi.
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MAKE THE
MOST OF THE
DESTINATION
Work hard means play hard in Abu Dhabi!
The Emirate has an impressive array of
attractions suitable for visitors of all ages
and tastes.
Our pre-and post-tours for delegates,
spouse programs or destination workshops
can be tailored to your needs. Whether
you’re seeking thrills, or favor rich heritage
& culture, we make sure you get the most
enjoyment from your trip to the capital.
Sheikh Zayed Grand Mosque
Wadi Adventure, Al Ain
The St. Regis Saadiyat Island Resort
Abu Dhabi Falconry
Mulitlingual Guest Guides
Hala’s Sunset Desert Drive & BBQ
Hala’s Story of Abu Dhabi
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WHAT OTHERS SAY ABOUT US
Thank you very much for your outstanding efficiency. Your team’s pre-event preparations and on-the-ground logistics played a big part in the
seamless delivery of the Summit on the Global Agenda 2013, and a positive participant experience. All of our stakeholders and partners –
World Economic Forum – were so complimentary of your team. Please pass along our congratulations to your colleagues.
Christine Gotz, Director Strategic Communications Affairs Unit, Executive Affairs Authority Abu Dhabi
World Economic Forum, Summit on the Global Agenda, 2013
”
The service offered by Hala Abu Dhabi was highly professional, as were the team deployed to manage the various aspects of the Summit. The team
was a joy to work with, highly efficient and without their hard work, the Summit would not have been a success. Hala Abu Dhabi directly contributed to
ensuring that the Summit was the most successful to date, with the highest levels of delegate satisfaction. WTTC operates its Summits to a very high
standard, Hala Abu Dhabi delivered above and beyond those high standards. If WTTC were to hold an event in Abu Dhabi, in the future, we would insist
on working with Hala Abu Dhabi to ensure its success. We would highly recommend the organization to anyone wishing to host an event in Abu Dhabi.
Tony Thompson, Events Director
World Travel & Tourism Council, 2013
”
The 64th DRV Annual Convention is now over and I would like to assure you that the Convention we were able to hold in Abu Dhabi will be
remembered as a very interesting and successful Annual Convention of the German Travel Association. The feedback we have received from the
participants is downright positive and very impressive. With a perfect organization, excellent hospitality and outstanding locations our hosts in Abu
Dhabi have enthralled the German travel industry and won it over. The German Travel Association owes this to a large extent to Hala Abu Dhabi and
its team. Thanks to their professionalism and outstanding commitment, they have made a major contribution towards the success of the Convention.
”
Norbert Fiebig, President and Dirk Inger, Managing Director
DRV – German Travel Association, 2014
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ETIHAD AIRWAYS
Your MICE support from the UAE’s national carrier
Etihad Airways is highly committed to the MICE sector and has developed comprehensive offers for your events.
Conferences & Exhibitions
For events with more than 100 passengers, travelling individually from multiple points of origin:
- Comprehensive discount programmes for delegates travelling individually to conferences and exhibitions worldwide
- Air tickets will be facilitated on the conference website for ease of booking
- Benefits for event management companies and professional conference organisers
- Preferential Etihad service offers include: Meet & Greet across our network and your choice of any requested client / conference branding both on
the ground and whilst onboard.
Meetings & Incentives
For event with 10 passengers or more, travelling in groups from multiple points of origin:
- A dedicated manager will facilitate the air pricing of your groups across your entire network.
- Flexible incentive group conditions to maximize the smooth running of the client’s trip.
- Assistance with site inspection tickets to any chosen destination across your network.
- Preferential Etihad service offers include: group seating, Meet & Greet across our network, and your choice of any requested client branding both on
the ground and whilst onboard.
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Book Etihad For Your MICE Projects
As the World’s Leading Airline*, we are continuing our rapid expansion into the MICE business sector. Promoting the exciting sphere of business
tourism, Etihad is capitalising on the burgeoning and vibrant city of Abu Dhabi.
Our new MICE programme provides an unparalleled service to help facilitate organisers and MICE companies extend their business opportunities to
not only Abu Dhabi, our hub, but also to any of our rapidly growing destinations around the globe.
We offer a triple daily service from London and double daily service from Manchester to Abu Dhabi and beyond to over 90 destinations across the
Middle East, Americas, Africa, Australia and Asia.
All guests benefit from complimentary transfers from Abu Dhabi International Airport - First and Business Class guests benefit from our Etihad
Chauffeur service to any address in the UAE, and Economy Class guests enjoy our luxury coach service to Al Ain or the Etihad Travel Mall in Dubai.
* World’s Leading Airline at the 2013, 2012, 2011, 2010 and 2009 World Travel Awards
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FLYING REIMAGINED
Our pioneering spirit and traditions of hospitality, drawn from our home Abu Dhabi, have been harnessed to create contemporary living spaces in the
air, and provide all guests with unparalleled comfort and service. Across all cabins guests enjoy award-winning service with a selection of restaurant
quality food. Stay entertained with over 750 hours of on-demand films, TV shows, music and games delivered via noise-cancelling headphones.
Business Class
The luxury, comfort and service we offer in business equates to that of first class on other airlines. The Business Studios on our A380 and B787, and
the Business Flat-Bed on our wide body fleet are the embodiment of style, simplicity and functionality with direct aisle access and fully flat beds. Enter
a world of choice and comfort with our intuitive service and warm hospitality with luxury chauffeur service, premium lounge access and our onboard
Food & Beverage Manager.
First Class
From the First Apartment on our A380, which offers a living space for the discerning traveller to the exclusive space of the First Suite on the rest of
our fleet, you can enjoy uncompromised privacy and exquisite features. Indulge in a private world of indulgence with our luxury chauffeur service,
premium lounge access, as well the expertise of our Inflight Chef and a signature bedtime turn-down service on board.
Economy Class
Experience an economy class that is simply smarter. The Economy Smart Seat on our A380 and B787 is the ultimate in clever design, with a unique
‘fixed wing’ headrest that will make your journey even more comfortable. The Economy Seat on the rest of our fleet is ergonomically designed to offer
a greater level of comfort. Enjoy a choice of three main courses and unique café service on board. Relax with full blankets and proper pillows.
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ADVANTAGE ABU DHABI
Your MICE support from Abu Dhabi Convention Bureau
Hala Abu Dhabi works closely with the Abu Dhabi Convention Bureau, a government arm dedicated to support any MICE activities in the capital.
Advantage Abu Dhabi is a Convention Bureau initiative which catalyses and seeds innovative and viable business events aligned to the Abu Dhabi
Government’s 2030 Economic Vision. Business event organisers with a viable proposal can apply to this initiative for start-up financial grants,
government endorsement, cost rebates and marketing support among others.
Abu Dhabi’s refreshed and expanded offering features a range of enticing incentives to make your corporate gatherings productive, memorable and
affordable.
Hala Abu Dhabi is pleased to assist you with your application for incentives and / or funding.
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Front picture: Traditional Sailing, courtesy of Abu Dhabi Tourism Authority