Top 3 MICE Venues In Phnom Penh
The MICE industry (Meetings, Incentives, Conventions, and Exhibitions) in Cambodia generated a revenue of USD $229 billion in 2017, and pre-pandemic was predicted to grow at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.6% and reach USD$441.1 billion by 2025.
MICE venues that are of international standard could attract tourism and business events and activities such as meetings, incentives, conferences, and exhibitions to Cambodia and are thus an important part of the ecosystem in driving tourism and the economy.
There are also guidelines for businesses in the travel sector on how to apply for the ASEAN MICE (meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions) standard certification.
Ho Vandy, an adviser to the Cambodia Association of Travel Agents said, “Achieving the ASEAN MICE Standard certification, its logo and the ASEAN Sustainable Tourism Award is not merely a matter of prestige for the businesses, but also a mark of distinction for the nation.”
THACH Chenda, Founder and CEO of Wowee Advertising said of the venues in Phnom Penh, "5-star hotels and AEON Malls have proven successful for road shows. But exhibitions are generally in halls that don’t seem to be purpose-built for these events. I think it’s a good opportunity for someone to bring more venues like this to the market and I think it will attract more international events to Cambodia and increase the quality of locally-run expos.”
With tourism a key component of the Cambodian government’s Pentagonal Strategy implemented in 2023, this sector will become increasingly important as tourism and events rebound and one of the more recent trend changes has seen 5-star hotels and the new larger megamalls be used for roadshow events.
Top 3 MICE Venues In Phnom Penh
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Diamond Island Convention and Exhibition Center (DICE) - Koh Pich Exhibition Centre
The popular and centrally located Diamond Island Convention and Exhibition Center (DICE) was established in October 2009 and is owned by the Canadia Integrated Enterprise Group.
It is a huge exhibition space and the largest international convention and exhibition centre in Phnom Penh, which offers wedding halls, the Diamond Island Theater and Diamond Island City Hall. Located on Koh Pich, the venue has ample parking and is situated close to the AEON Mall Phnom Penh.
The venue is regularly used for exhibitions, wedding reception, parties & birthdays, conferences, seminars and other MICE activities.
NagaWorld
NagaWorld M.I.C.E. facilities at the only legally allowed casino venue in Phnom Penh and offer some of the best-in-class meeting spaces at its central location.
With a grand ballroom and several meeting spaces across its two properties, NagaWorld has hosted many conventions, exhibitions, and events over the past two decades.
With a range of packages which include gala dinners, cocktail receptions, and weddings, onsite there are several entertainment and restaurant options as well as 5-star accommodation and associated resort facilities.
The Premier Centre Sen Sok
Located to the northwest of the capital, The Premier Centre Sen Sok is within a short distance of a number of residential and commercial hubs and close to the AEON 2 (Sen Sok) Mall.
The large venue space has been used for wedding receptions, business meetings, and exhibitions and has previously hosted the Realestate.com.kh EXPO in 2022.
The venue in Sen Sok covers more than five hectares of land and features a total of seven event halls, which can accommodate 5,000 guests, as well as offering parking spaces for 1,200 cars and 700 motorbikes.