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SMX Convention Center Manila has once again emerged as the Philippines’ Best Convention Center during the recently concluded World MICE Awards. After being recognized at the ASEAN Tourism Standards Awards under the MICE Venue Award category, SMX Convention Center Manila has taken its name in the MICE industry to a global standard.  The World MICE Awards recognize the best industry…

SMX Convention Center Manila has established its name in the MICE industry not only inthe Philippines but also in Southeast Asia as it received the Association of Southeast AsianNations (ASEAN) MICE Venue Award in the Exhibition Venue category held at Vientiane,Laos PDR, last 26 January 2024. Mr. Michael Jaey Albaña, Vice President and General Manager of SMX Convention Center,represented SMX…

Pico Sands Hotel and Pico de Loro Beach and Country Club strengthen its commitment to environmental responsibility as they continue to make significant changes to promote eco-friendly practices throughout the property. For this year, the holiday decors are themed “Joys of the Sea,” which feature different sea creatures to promote marine protection.  Giant Christmas Tree The 30 ft giant Christmas…

On November 25, 2023, Pico de Loro Cove officially ushered in the Christmas season with a  festive tree lighting ceremony held at Pico Beach. The event was led by Pico de Loro Beach  and Country Club Chairwoman Ms. Elizabeth T. Sy, Pico de Loro Beach and Country Club  President Ms. Rita Dy, and SM Hotels and Conventions Corporation Senior Vice…

2023 July, Clark – SMX Convention Center Clark supports the MICECon 2024. The bustling city of Clark in Pampanga is set to host the highly anticipated M.I.C.E.Conference (MICECon) 2024 after a decade. MICECon will bring together professionalsfrom the Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (M.I.C.E.) industry taking placein 2024 from 10 to 12 July. SMX Clark plays host to the three-day event, with over…

2023 June, Clark – SMX Convention Center Clark proudly announces the first anniversary of its grand opening, marking a successful year of hosting events in the heart of Clark in Pampanga. Since it opened, SMX Clark has emerged as a premier destination in Central Luzon for meetings, incentives, conventions, and exhibitions contributing to the growth of the local economy and…

SMHCC reaches an important milestone as it commemorates the 10th Anniversary of Park Inn by Radisson Davao, the very first Park Inn by Radisson hotel property to open in the Asia Pacific region. The partnership between SMHCC and RHG began in 2010 with the launch of Radisson Blu Cebu in 2010. Soon after, Park Inn by Radisson Davao opened in…

Owned by Space Exploration Technologies Corp. (SpaceX), Starlink is the world’s first and largest satellite constellation using a low Earth orbit to deliver broadband internet capable of supporting streaming, online gaming, video calls, and more making it perfect for critical business operations. Leveraging advanced satellites and user hardware coupled with deep experience with both spacecraft and on-orbit operations, it delivers…

SM Hotels and Conventions Corp. (SMHCC) launches ParcelExcellence™ in partnership with Airspeed, a subsidiary of SM Investments Corp. that provides end-to-end logistics solutions and express courier services. Available in all SMHCC hotel properties as well as SMX Convention Centers, ParcelExcellence™ aims to be a total service and logistics solutions as part of its roster of services. Business or professional travelers…

SM Hotels and Conventions Corp. (SMHCC) announces the appointment of Michael Jaey C. Albaña as Vice President/General Manager of SMX Convention Center (SMXCC). Mr. Albaña has over two decades of experience in the hospitality industry from reputable hotel brands here and abroad. Prior to joining SMXCC, he was the Commercial Director of SMHCC’s luxury property Conrad Manila. He previously held…