Asking myself since last week what I can do, what we all can do more... so here I'd like to start a discussion thread of ways the tourism industry can help Ukraine 💛 💙- and everyone in travel who is affected. Hands-on and real. After all, travel is about people, cultures, peace and freedom. And tech is again a great accelerator for the 🌍 to work together.
Personally, I am offering a free guest room in my home to a tourism or any other Ukraine student in need. Maybe there are more of us with a similar wish.
So far I have found these platforms / initiatives to join & support, and in travel, I'm sure there is more!
Please add in the thread if you know of any or have further ideas:
• wehelpukraine.org/
• www.bg4ua.com/
• elinor.network/gastfreundschaft-ukraine/
• refugees.ro/
• www.supportukraine-eberswalde.de/
• www.facebook.com/groups/1012497419668646/
• airbnb.org/get-involved
"Peace works better than conflict, and on...
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Hi,
I am planning for a kick-off in Tokyo for one of my companies, Does anyone out there know who to contact for accommodation and event arrangements or is there one out there who might be an expert to handle this request?
Best,
Christian
Hi @christian.
Some time ago I posted a discussion about first time tips for Japan and I got a nice recommendation for a call with a local travel planner: www.thatch.co/seller/services/consultation/@kansai
You might find that helpful!
Hi Maria, thanks for the tip.
Hi Christian,
You'll just need to book a venue and perhaps catering, depending on the nature of the party. How many people are you thinking of? And what style? (casual, fancier, at a hotel, etc). I'm not an event planner, but I can help you navigate things around and connect you with other people who can help!
Hi Ally,
In all, there are 45 persons at the moment. They are looking for a accommodation (sgl-rooms), activities like a go-cart ride in the city, bar crawl, and an excursion to Mt. Fuji. As most of them are around 30 years of age it should be a quite casual style of accommodation and most of their free time is to have fun.
//Christian
Hi Christian, I'm really sorry for my late reply. With 40+ people, I think the best way is to reach out to a local tour organizer who can help you with everything from booking hotels to attractions and tours. There is a Facebook group of very friendly Japan-based tour operators who are always eager to help. Please post your query there and I'm sure you'll find the support you need. Here's the link: www.facebook.com/groups/380467466432796
Hi Ally, thanks for the tip
Hi Christian.
Have you contacted EXO Travel in Japan? They have a great MICE department.
Another option is Iain Bitran whos an official MICE Ambassador for Fukuako in Japan so probably has a varied network to help you with. www.linkedin.com/in/ibitran