Meeting News - August 11, 2008 - (Page 58) chapter 4 2008 meeting planners handbook The Ins & Outs Of International Meetings W hether you are new to international meetings or an experienced hand, shipping and collecting Value Added Taxes (VAT) can be tricky. Shipping Abroad With Peace Of Mind I’m reminded of an incident that occurred at our 2006 Caribbean event: All of my boxes arrived in Grand Bahama a day late, sending us scrambling to reprint the materials and badges using what- ever items we could find. Although my boutique trade shows don’t require many materials, each box is certainly critical. And until I arrive at my next destination with my goods in tow, I won’t be able to rest assured. That’s not to say that meeting planners like myself, who organize international events, should simply cross their fingers and hope for the best. Unlike stateside events, meetings abroad require even more strategic planning, particularly when it comes to shipping materials. That’s why I’m arranging for an educational session at this year’s event to help planners navigate tricky international import and export laws, documentation requirements, and customs processes for trade shows, meetings, and conventions. All in the shadow of a mountain that naturally brings people together. Find your common ground. www.ExperienceColoradoSprings.com 58 MeetingNews August 11, 2008 www.meetingnews.com http://www.ExperienceColoradoSprings.com http://www.flycos.com http://www.ExperienceColoradoSprings.com http://www.meetingnews.com
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