Letter from Bridge Representation
Welcome to the 3rd Annual Nordic Forums!
It is with great excitement that we welcome you to the 3rd Annual Nordic Forums, organized by Bridge Representation. Following the tremendous success of our previous editions, we are proud to establish Nordic Forums as a cornerstone in the travel industry calendar.
At Bridge Representation, our mission is to foster meaningful connections between exceptional hotels, DMCs, and other tourism companies, and discerning Scandinavian buyers. Nordic Forums offers a platform that seamlessly integrates high-quality suppliers with MICE and leisure professionals, creating an environment ripe for innovation and collaboration.
This year's edition brings together a truly diverse lineup of participants. Our exhibitorsincludeoutstandinghotels,transportationproviders,andtourism companies, all showcasing the richness and variety of the hospitality industry. This reflects our ongoing commitment to presenting a comprehensive platform for every facet of the travel sector.
Whether you’re a returning buyer or joining us for the first time, Nordic Forumsoffers auniqueopportunityto network,collaborate, and stayahead of the latest industry trends. We encourage you to explore the exhibits, engage in meaningful conversations, and find inspiration for crafting exceptional travel experiences for your clients.
Thank you for being part of this event. Together, we continue to bridge the gap between outstanding tourism providers and the dynamic Scandinavian market.
John Migliorini CEO Bridge Representation
Michael Buisson
Director of Sales AC HOTEL NICE
E: michael.buisson@acnicehotel.com
T: +33 4 93 97 93 10
AC by Marriott Nice is a 143-room hotel located a few steps from the famous Promenade des Anglais.
Ideally located 15 min walks to the centre of Nice and the main tourist attractions, and 10 minutes from Nice International Airport, this middle size hotel is a little jewel hidden in the city.
The Zen Garden and amazing rooftop terrace with its 360° views over Nice are both ideal spaces to organise private events (cocktails parties & dinners) for up to 200 guests, these spaces can also be used as coffee breakout areas during your seminars.
AC Nice has also a brand-new conference centre, open in August 2024. The new centre with 7 meeting rooms ranging from 60 to 200 sqm, all with natural day light, will be perfect to host your events and seminars from 20 to 150 people. Your guest will feel comfortable in this warm and cosy environment, with the Marriott’s standard of quality and services.
• A New Conference centre with a total of 590 sqm meeting room space.
• A Summer Roof top terrace with view 360° over Nice and its swimming pool, solarium, and private “ZEN” garden of 500 sqm.
• Private Parking available (60 spaces) and a Fitness room open 24/24.
• An ideal location between Airport and City centre.
Lorena Isabel Lühmann
Cluster Director of Sales & Marketing
E: lorena.luehmann@nso-hamburg.com
T: + 49 160273 9592
Borealis Hotel Group (“Borealis”) is a fast-expanding European hospitality company which develops, owns, operates and manages focus-serviced, full-serviced and extended-stay hotels, which are all branded by international hotel chains like Accor, Hilton, IHG Hotels & Resorts, Marriott and Choice. Founded in 1997, backed by strong institutional investors and headquartered in Amsterdam the group is active across Europe with a strong ambition to further grow its portfolio.
Next to the secured pipeline of additional hotels across continental Europe, the experienced and passionate team envisages growth by realizing and initiating new hotel projects, conversions of existing assets as well as portfolio add-ons to the platform.
Christopher Huxdorf
Senior Regional Sales Manager Nord
E: c.huxdorf@gsh-hotels.com
T: + 49 172 1047 639
Gorgeous Smiling Hotels GmbH acts as a multi-brand operator with numerous brands and operating companies in the international hotel industry.
Our brand portfolio comprises numerous brands. It covers the entire spectrum and ranges from budget hotels to serviced flats and upscale star hotels. 39 hotels, 6 brands, in 3 countries (Germany, Austria and Switzerland).
Maritha Nerstad
Senior Sales Executive
E: Maritha.nerstad@emirates.com
Oscar Bueno Martinez
Senior Sales Executive
E: oscar.buenomartinez@emirates.com
Christina Bødker
Sales Executive – Denmark & Baltics
E: christina.boedker@emirates.com
+47 90015491 Oslo
+46 762679766 Stockholm
+4570715507 Copenhagen
Emirates is one of the world’s largest airlines and we connect the world to, and through, our global hub in Dubai. We operate a modern, efficient, and comfortable fleet of aircrafts and our culturally diverse workforce delivers award-winning service to our customers across six continents every day. Emirates offers daily flights from Copenhagen, Oslo and Stockholm to Dubai and beyond to more than 140 destinations worldwide. We offer high quality service and comfort throughout our Economy, Business and First-Class cabins and our inflight entertainment system offers more than 6000 channels of entertainment. Reach out to us to find the best possible solution for you and you customers. Why only fly when you can Fly Better.
As one of our valuable trade partners we encourage you to register in our Emirates Partner Portal to receive all the latest news, updates and invites to trade events and competitions.
Register easily at www.emirates.partners
Gabrielle Johansson Qvist
Global Sales Account Manager Nordics – MICE & Leisure
E: gabrielle.johansson-qvist@int.hworld.com
T: + 45 4015 5715
H World International is a leading global hospitality company based in China, with a strong presence in Asia and expanding operations worldwide, catering to various market segments from luxury to budget accommodations. The company acquired formerly Deutsche Hospitality in 2019, to significantly expanded H World's presence in Europe, adding prominent hotel brands like Steigenberger, IntercityHotel, Jaz in the City, Maxx and Zleep Hotels to its portfolio.
The move helped H World to strengthen its global footprint and diversify its offerings in the international hospitality market. The https://hrewards.com/en/all-hotels website offers hotels in: Austria, Belgium, Cambodia, Czech Republic, Egypt, Germany, Hungary, Netherlands, Oman, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Singapore, Spain, Switzerland, Tunisia and United Arab Emirates. However, approx 50% of all hotels are based in Germany, with a strong presence. The loyalty program is called Hrewards.
Manuel Lara De Miguel
Business Development Manager
E: mlara@ilunionhotels.com
T: +34 627 818 357
Welcome to a different world, welcome to Ilunion Hotels!
ILUNION Hotels is a Spanish hotel chain that currently manages 31 properties, mainly four stars, with presence in major MICE & CORPORATE Spanish destinations such as Madrid, Barcelona, Valencia, Sevilla, Málaga, Zaragoza and Bilbao. We are specialized in MICE business (more than 4200 rooms and 11.000 sqm meeting spaces), also we have Incentives and Leisure hotels in Málaga, Badajoz, Mérida, San Sebastián, Cádiz, Huelva, Menorca, Lanzarote and Girona, all about our hotels-
Did you know that ILUNION Hotels is the only hotel chain in the world awarded with the Universal Accessibility certificate (UNE 170001)? ILUNION Hotels has a unique business model in the world, based on sustainable, social commitment and formed by extraordinary people. A new model for integration in the tourism sector and our objective in the development of our activity is to be social, environmental, and economically sustainable, giving the best services to our customers (QSUSTAINABLE).
Porus Pesi Guzder
Owner and CEO
E: porus@incentiveconnections.com
T: (971) 55 440 7959
We are the leading full-service Destination Management Company, located in Dubai with expanding market coverage of Abu Dhabi, Oman and Qatar.
We deliver bespoke solutions for international conferences, incentive meetings, executive retreats, incentive programs and corporate events. We bring together years of rich experience, trust and dependability to create a culture of transparency, receptiveness, responsiveness, ingenuity, professionalism and true partnership.
WE OFFER
▪ Personalized service and consultation
▪ Dedicated project manager
▪ Timely correspondence 24x7
▪ Planning and creating customized events with given budget and preferences.
▪ Effective negotiations and preferential rates
▪ Seamless program execution
▪ Full reconciliation & cost analysis
Jean-Baptiste Marin
Director of Sales & Marketing
E: jb.marin@jivahill.com
T: +33 (0)4 50 28 48 13
The Jiva Hill Resort***** - Relais & Châteaux is set on a vast estate just a 15 minutes’ drive from Geneva Airport GVA, bracketed by the Mont Blanc and the Jura Mountains.
A destination in its own right, this five-star Relais & Châteaux Resort combines the joys of sports (Golf, Tennis, Water-skiing) wellness (indoor and outdoor heated pools, Nordic Sauna, Steam bath, Jacuzzi and 5 cabins for spa treatments), gastronomy (French gastronomic restaurant & Italian fine food Cuisine), Meeting facilities (5 meeting rooms up to 80 attendees) in a breath taking and well-preserved natural setting.
The 50 rooms and Suites are distributed in different buildings, elevated in the style of South African lodges and boasting an architectural style that allows them to blend in with their natural surroundings.
Arva Gilbey-Jones
Global Sales Manager – Groups; UK, Ireland and Scandinavia E: Arva.Jones@jumeirah.com
T: +44 7799 138 881
Today, Jumeirah Group is a Dubai national champion, a member of Dubai Holding and global luxury hotel company, which operates a world-class 6,500+-key portfolio of 28 luxury properties across the Middle East, Africa, Europe and Asia.
The group boasts some of the most prestigious and captivating properties in the world, from the iconic flagship hotel and timeless pinnacle of luxury, Burj Al Arab Jumeirah, and lavish Arabian palaces across Dubai’s Madinat Jumeirah, to its contemporary Maldivian island paradise at Olhahali Island and art-inspired dolce vita on the island of Capri. Whether a modern twist on a British classic in the heart of Knightsbridge at The Carlton Tower Jumeirah, or a futuristic setting at Jumeirah Nanjing, Jumeirah’s name is synonymous with service excellence, crafting exceptional experiences for everyone who walks through its doors.
Beyond its properties and resorts, Jumeirah Group is also dedicated to destination dining experiences, combining the most authentic and diverse cuisines with spectacular settings to create those unforgettable moments worth sharing. With over 85 restaurants across its portfolio, Jumeirah Group’s award-winning homegrown concepts including Sal, KAYTO, Shimmers, Pierchic and French Riviera The group also has two Michelin starred restaurants – L’Olivo and Al Muntaha.
Brice Bonnenfant
Sales Manager Scandinavia
E: brice.bonnenfant@lemeridien.com
T: +377 6 78 63 13 81
Welcome to Monaco, the famous Principality situated between the French Riviera and the Italian border. Le Méridien Beach Plaza is the only one hotel in Monte-Carlo with a private beach and bay and offers unlimited opportunities to explore. The 4-star premium seaside hotel is just a few minutes from the main attractions (Casino square, luxury shops, Monaco harbour). Its 398 rooms including 18 suites and 1 brand-new apartment offer spectacular views of the Mediterranean Sea and Monte-Carlo.
Its 3000 m2 conference centre Sea Club facing the sea, the biggest one integrated in a hotel of the whole region, offers 2 main plenary rooms of 580 & 550 m2 with full sea-view and 14 breakout rooms including 12 facing the sea. It is the perfect location for organizing meetings and events, also on the various terraces, by the pool or the private beach.
Enjoy our new outdoor beach club summer restaurant Muse & cocktail bar opened last summer and our new indoor Belgian brasserie Smakelijk! opened last spring with the finest Art Deco style & its amazing terrace overlooking our private bay.
Francis Bertrand
Area of Sales Lifestyle Hotels and Leng’s Collection EUROPE & UK
E: Francis.Bertrand@millenniumhotels.co.uk
T: +33 (0)1 49 49 16 18
Millennium Hotels and Resorts (MHR) manages, and operates nearly 140 Hotels worldwide, offering over 39,000 rooms in business and leisure destinations in Asia, Australasia, Europe, the Middle East and North America. MHR is a dynamic hospitality Group with an outstanding reputation for excellence and taking pride in exceeding the needs of business and leisure travellers. It has several distinct hotel brands, including Grand Millennium, Millennium, The Biltmore, M Social, Studio M, M Hotel, Leng’s Collection, Copthorne and Kingsgate. Situated in prime locations across the world, such as London, New York, Los Angeles, Paris, Dubai, Beijing, Shanghai, Seoul, Tokyo, Singapore, and Hong Kong our hotels provide superb accommodation, fine cuisine, excellent transport links and a high quality of service for meetings, events, and conferences.
London - Millennium Hotels and Resorts have 6 amazing hotels in London, all conveniently located in the trendy districts of Chelsea and Fulham, Knightsbridge, Kensington, and Chelsea Harbour - Millennium Hotels and Resorts have the perfect accommodation option for all occasions!
Rome - Grand Hotel Palace is a boutique five-star hotel, with 86 luxury guest rooms, including 13 suites. The hotel was designed by architect Marcello Piacentini and is adorned with stunning frescoes by Venetian artist, Guido Cadorin. Superbly located in the centre of historic Rome, the Grand Hotel Palace has 2 meetings and events spaces which cover 200m² and offer modern and versatile venues, as well as a dedicated reception and foyer.
Paris - The M Social Paris is a newly refurbished four-star hotel, located in the heart of Paris, just a few minutes away from the Opera Garnier and the Main Department stores. The hotel has 163 rooms and is a fantastic blend between Art Nouveau with some trendy lifestyle touches. M Social has 5 meeting and event spaces which covers 24Om² and offers high tech, versatile, reception, catering options.
Aitor del Rio
Business & Events Sales Manager
E: aitor.delrio@portaventura.es
T: +34 977 77 92 06
Malin Nilsson
PortAventura Business & Events Director E: malin.nilsson@portaventura.es
Everything you need to transform any event into a resounding success, is within your grasp at PortAventura Business & Events. Your all-in-one venue located 60 minutes from Barcelona airport!
A large, versatile convention centre, fully equipped with the latest technology, with 24 multipurpose meeting rooms for up to 6,000 delegates.
2350 bedrooms across four 4-star hotels and one 5-star hotel.
High-quality in-house catering in over thirty restaurants. PortAventura Park and FerrariLand, two theme parks available for exclusive use, team-building activities, shows…and all immersed in the charm of Mediterranean surroundings.
Magali Kennedy
Head of Sales UK Ireland, Nordics Baltics
E: magali.kennedy@sncf.fr
T: + 44 7785 10 42 02
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Sandra Nabil
Cluster Director of Sales – Groups
E: Sandra.Nabil@thefirstgroup.com
T: +971 52 572 1326
The First Group Hospitality delivers an outstanding urban resort experience in the United Arab Emirates with our award-winning hotels and hotel apartments. Whether you're planning a staycation or a business trip, our upscale properties will let you experience the best of Dubai with complimentary benefits and world-class amenities.
We are strategically located around Dubai to offer guests a convenient base to tour the city. Our hotels comprise comfortable, fully equipped suites along with dining options for a relaxing stay in the heart of Dubai. From early check-in and shuttle transfers to the malls and Soluna Restaurants and Beach Club on the Palm Jumeirah, guests booking with us can enjoy it all.
The Hotels under The First Group Hospitality:
• The First Collection Jumeirah Village Circle - Tribute Portfolio (by Marriott)
• The First Collection Business Bay
• The First Collection Waterfront
• The First Collection Marina
• TRYP by Wyndham Dubai
• Hotel Avalon Jumeirah Village Circle
• The One Business Bay - Opening February 2025
• The One Jumeirah Village Triangle - Opening March 2025
• Ciel Marina - Opening September 2025 (officially recognized by Guinness World Records as World's Tallest Hotel)
Ana Benić
MICE Sales Senior Associate
E: ANA.Benic@valamar.com
T: +385 20 448 630
Karolina Gojtan
MICE Sales Manager
E: Karolina.Gojtan@valamar.com
T: +385 52 408 205
If you decide to organise a business event in Dubrovnik, you’ve chosen one of the most desirable MICE destinations. Direct flights from over 50 major cities worldwide make Dubrovnik ideal for all types of business meetings. Your delegates will be mesmerised by its historic charm spiced up with a vibrant cultural and gourmet scene to enjoy after a long working day. From modern design and top-quality conference amenities to impeccable service and gourmet menus made to perfection, Valamar hotels in Dubrovnik are investing their best efforts into organising meetings, seminars, congresses and other business events.
The location on the tranquil peninsula of Babin Kuk, just a 15-minute drive from the Old Town, offers more than a stimulating work environment. In addition to state-of-the-art multifunctional halls surrounded by the sea that will instantly create a positive work atmosphere, Valamar's highly professional staff is at your service at all times.
Istria’s mild climate, green forests, crystal clear Adriatic Sea and historic towns, make it a great meetings and event destination in Croatia. Diverse, with the coast full of alluring Blue Flag beaches and equally captivating mainland villages with dining delights, wine and olive oil roads, Istria offers an unparalleled array of activities to make your every business event an affair to remember. With its great selection of hotels and MICE facilities paired with experienced staff, Valamar Hotels and Resorts can accommodate your every need and they present a wonderful base to discover this Terra Magica and its pearls Poreč and Rabac.
There is no second chance for a first impression. Make it unforgettable at Valamar hotels in Croatia.
About Your Host : Bridge Representation
Bridge Representation, founded by industry expert John Migliorini, brings over a decade of experience in tourism and travel to help hotels, tourism destinations, and DMCs thrive in the Nordic region. With a proven track record, an extensive network, and deep market expertise, John is a trusted industry leader dedicated to driving success in this dynamic and rewarding market.
At Bridge Representation, we focus on understanding your unique needs and crafting tailored strategies to ensure your brand stands out. Our innovative approach, strategic insights, and unwavering commitment to excellence consistently deliver measurable results that resonate with Nordic audiences.
Partner with Bridge Representation to unlock the full potential of your brand in the Nordic market. Let us help you bridge the gap to new opportunities and meaningful growth.
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jm@bridgerepresentation.com
+45 5381 2480
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