Algarve

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M&I Flagship Algarve | UK & EU buyers | 4 – 7 Oct | Portugal

Our Flagship event heads to a dynamic, evolving MICE powerhouse

After 20 years, M&I Flagship continues to be one of the MICE calendar’s unmissable dates. This time, our unrivalled event format heads back to the Algarve — a popular destination that’s evolving into one of the world’s leading MICE and diverse travel hubs. Designed to meet every face of the MICE industry, our Flagships connect top buyers and suppliers for 3 days of targeted 1-2-1 meetings and immersive networking.

40 pre-scheduled meetings with key decision-makers who matter most to your business

Buyers of the highest quality from Europe and the UK

Suppliers - The best UK & EU MICE properties, destinations, and DMCs

Why attend M&I Flagship

Our intelligent matchmaking software uses your pre-event preferences and AI-driven recommendations to connect you with the right people 

You’re guaranteed 40 high-impact, pre-scheduled meetings and our onsite meeting management delivers a <1% no-show rate

Through a combination of our high-quality attendees, well-matched meetings and more relaxed networking opportunities, our exhibiting partners receive on average 6 RFPs

Our buyers are pre-qualified through a meticulous vetting process that ensures the high relevance of their business for you

Skip the weeks of planning and research – we’ve done it all so you can enjoy a fully managed experience that frees up your time and drives real ROI 

M&I events allow you to connect with buyers in a deeper, more meaningful way, through a carefully curated programme which give opportunities for more personal interactions

Benefit from a meetings schedule that’s built around your preferences, bringing you relevant business connections and return on time

Make new business partners through our guaranteed 1-2-1 meetings with hotels, hotel groups, CVBs, DMCs and more

Our carefully curated programme allows you to connect with other delegates in a deeper, more meaningful way

Discover the Algarve’s MICE highlights firsthand through immersive site visits and destination discovery – deepening your understanding and connections within the local area

Receive a personalised buyer package, including airfare or train credit, as well as complimentary accommodation, transfers and F&B

Who’s attending

Event agencies, corporate planners, independent planners & association planners

UK
Germany
Benelux
France
Scandinavia
Switzerland
USA
Other

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BUYERS WHO ARE ATTENDING OUR EVENTS

Tourism boards, CVBs, hotel brands, independent hotels, DMCs, conference centres & technology suppliers

SUPPLIERS WHO ARE ATTENDING OUR EVENTS

What to expect

M&I Flagship Algarve is host to some incredible networking opportunities, here's a taste of what you can expect.

SAMPLE PROGRAMME

DESTINATION

Algarve, Portugal

IN PARTNERSHIP WITH

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What our clients say

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Become a healthcare verified venue

Open your property up to a new range of events and opportunities by taking advantage of an online assessment created by our event partner, Healthcare Venues, which will determine if your venue is capable of hosting healthcare meetings and events.

 If your property passes, you’ll receive Healthcare Venue certification, verifying you to our buyer network as a specialist healthcare venue.

What’s included?

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Our Compliant Venues assessment and training appears to have given bookers in the healthcare industry increased confidence in us. Knowing that we have been assessed and trained in the regulatory and compliance rules of their sector, they feel more reassured than ever that we are best placed to manage their events with expertise and sensitivity.

Tim Chudley
Managing Director, Sundial Group

Find out more about our partner, Healthcare Venues, and how to get verified.