Bali, the 'Island of the Gods, is the destination for next year's annual awards.
It's the most anticipated event in a Concierge's diary and now the date has been confirmed for the 68th International UICH Congress in Bali, Indonesia.
Schedule
The event will take place between the 21 - 26 April, 2024 and a tentative schedule has been released which includes:
- The Opening Gala and Welcome Dinner at the Gamelan Ballroom & Retreat Garden, Sofitel on 21 April.
- First-Time Attendees Meeting and Board of Directors Meeting on 22 April.
- Education Day and the much anticipated Country Dinner on 23 April.
- General Assembly on 24 April.
- Bali Grand Tour and Gala Dinner on 25 April.
- Departure of all delegates on 26 April.
“I extend a warm and joyful welcome to all of you as we gather for the 68th UICH International Congress amidst the breathtaking and wonderful nature of Bali. Our dear friends from Les Clefs d’Or Indonesia are bubbling with excitement as they prepare to welcome you and provide an opportunity to experience the natural beauty of this enchanting Island.”
Randy Villanueva Santos. President, UICH
Speakers
As always the speakers have been chosen to ensure both an informative and engaging Congress. For the 68th International UICH Congress, speakers include:
- Manny Judge - Talent Acquisition Strategy & Recruitment - Fairmont Hotels
- Pinar Kartal Timer - NEXT PHASE Hospitality Management Consultancy
- Hermann Elger - CEO | Forbes Travel Guide
- Sharon Brambrut - Senior Director, Operations - Four Seasons Hotels & Resorts
- Mark Patterson (left) - moderator at the Education Day.
Les Clefs d’Or Young Concierge Award
The Young Concierge Award keeps growing every year since its first edition back in 2008 and the committee will soon start accepting candidates for this 15th edition.
The Award Committee
Magalí Brandariz – Les Clefs d´Or Argentina – Chairperson
James Ridenour – Les Clefs d´Or Australia – 1st Vice President
Colin Toomey – Les Clefs d´Or Australia – Member of the Conseil des Sages
Borja Martin Guridi – Les Clefs d´Or Spain
Jerome Uy – Les Clefs d´Or Philippines
Saida Loutou – Les Clefs d´Or Morocco
Accommodation
Sofitel Bali Nusa Dua Beach Resort is a French-inspired luxury 5-star beachfront resort with tropical gardens and sophisticated, modern architecture.
Nestled on the white sands of Nusa Dua Beach, The Westin Resort Nusa Dua, Bali offers contemporary, five-star luxury.
Please find more details on the Congress, including discounted rates on hotels and a comprehensive Bali visitor guide, here.