Hataw, Hanep, HERO! - the aftermath!

Hataw Hanep HERO 3! The event was 60% bigger in size this year, had a lot more participants, greatly increased its attendance and had many, many more activities for all the visitors. The objective was to make H3 the Biggest and the Best Anime Convention and by all measures, it was a huge success!

Cosplay or Costume and Play continues to be the heart and soul

of H3 and this year, the cosplayers came full force. The quality of costumes are also getting more and more impressive

making them the true stars of the show, attracting the most attention

L - The crowds did not disappoint us as they came in huge numbers

R - A lively new addition to H3 is the cheer dance competition

L - Celebrity sightings like Super Inggo helped make it more special

R - From small kids to adults, there was something for everyone

Side note:

Of all the times for my trusty old camera to konk out, it was during H3 so had to grab some photos from the bloggers out there - hope you don't mind. Thanks :)

8 Hong Kong Fairs Back-To-Back-To-Back ....

Hong Kong recently offered a smorgasbord of trade shows with 8 different shows held con-currently in two huge venues, the Hong Kong Convention Center and the AsiaWorld Expo. We walked miles and miles of floor space to get the latest trends and to get ideas on further improving exhibit services in the country.

Lighting Fair

Hardware & Home Improvement Fair

Sports Source Asia

Furniture Fair

Mega Show

Table Object Asia

Building Materials and Construction Equipment Fair

Eco Expo Asia

Canton Fair

The Canton Fair in Guangzhou China is firmly established as one of the biggest trade shows in the world. With 2 huge venues, each venue about 10 times the size of our World Trade Center, it was a sight to behold! Thousands of exhibitors, visitors from all over the world, and literally millions of products to view, it is amazing that done twice a year, this fair is major business hub for the whole of China.

L - Huge, well-designed booths compete with one another for attention

R - X'mas spirit was all over the place, being so close to the holidays

L - Chalk Mug - one of the very cute finds in the fair

R - After 2 days, felt like we walked to the moon so massage was good

L - Booth after booth after booth, almost everything under the sun

R - Retro toys seem to be the in thing as many had them on display

L - Another interesting find, ice cream with a chocolate bar inside, yum!

R - Lighted booths neatly showcase products on display

PSME National Convention

The Philippine Society of Mechanical Engineers had their 55th PSME Annual National Convention and the 4th International Expo on Mechanical Engineering at the Megatrade Hall of SM Megamall amidst a jam-packed crowd and wall-to-wall exhibition.

Big names supported the event: Former Senator Lina, Napocor Pres.

del Callar, Mandaluyong Mayor Abalos & Congressman Nantes

Showing strong support for the organization, members from all over the

Philippines came over to attend the national convention

L - Winners of the PSME Student Unit National Quiz Contest

R - A fitting ending to a succesful event - a fun-filled send-off party!

PEP Study Tour - Hong Kong (4 of 4)

Last Stop, the Medical & Health Care Fair back-to-back with the Chinese Medicine Exhibit. This is of particular interest to us because of the booming wellness and medical tourism happening in the Philippines. This is an industry on its way up in the country.

A virual hospital offering all kinds of different medical services was

the main focal point of the show.

From womb to tomb, all services involved in the birth of a child to the

death of a person - and everything in between - were on exhibit. Chinese herbal medicine is fast gaining acceptance in the world of

medicine with its natural and often cheaper alternatives to branded

western medication.

. . . Lan Kwai Fong : Been to Hong Kong more than a dozen times but first time to finally go see the famous night life of Lan Kwai Fong ... a reward after a tiring trip!

It's certainly the "happening" place! It's Malate at its peak! Filled with

the hippest and trendiest set of Hong Kong (both foreign and locals),

Lan Kwai Fong is nightlife - Hong Kong style!

PEP Study Tour - Hong Kong (3 of 4)

For our main agenda - Hong Kong - to attend several trade shows. This always opens everybody's minds to possibilities in terms of improving our own shows to world-class standards. First of the shows, the Food Expo at the Hong Kong Convention Center.

L - Arriving at a gloomy Hong Kong due to the rainy weather.

R - At the huge lobby of HK Convention Center's new wing.

L - Giant cup noodles surely attracted a lot of attention, and buyers

R - An interesting find is this flavored straw - soon to hit Manila

L -Ice Cream Pizza - amazingly long lines - everybody wanted a piece!

R -The venue was crowded to the hilt, brings back memories of WOFEX

L - The stage was of great interest because of the design & activities

R - Chunky Fresh fruits mixed into soft serve ice cream - yummy!

L - Mooncakes were everywhere, some extremely expensive

R - Impressive booths, mostly multi-level, had us green with envy