Participants Info

Venue

Tianmu Melody Convention Exhibition Center

Location: Artificial Island, Tianmu River, Hengqin Island, Zhuhai, China

Tianmu Melody Convention and Exhibition Center is a landmark in Hengqin, located between the Dahengqin and Xiaohengqin mountains along the Tianmu River.

The venue offers versatile event spaces, including the 1,140㎡ Tianmu Hall, the 1,000㎡ Muhe Hall, and multiple meeting rooms of different sizes. Facilities include AI‑powered video tracking cameras and simultaneous interpretation systems.

On‑site catering can serve over 1,000 guests. The building also houses Hotel Indigo (201 rooms) on floors 9–15.

Convenient transportation: 5 minutes to Hengqin Port, 25 minutes to Hong Kong‑Zhuhai‑Macao Bridge, and 30 minutes to Zhuhai Airport.

Accommodation

Hotel Indigo Hengqin

Website: https://www.ihg.com/hotelindigo/hotels/us/en/zhuhai/zuhhq/hoteldetail

Booking for Hotel Indigo Hengqin: coming soon!

Perched atop Tianmu Qintai Island at the heart of Tianmu River in the Hengqin Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone, the hotel lobby artfully blends the World Tree, representing economic vitality, with the nautilus emblem. Each of the 201 guestrooms — resembling branches of the World Tree — offers sweeping views of Tianmu River, warmly welcoming every guest. The rooftop lounge overlooks the entire Hengqin Island, inviting guests to savor and celebrate the region’s economic achievements.

Transport

I. Traveling from Hong Kong

• Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge Shuttle Bus (Gold Bus): Take the Citybus Airport Express to the Hong Kong Port of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge. After clearing immigration, transfer to the Zhuhai-bound Gold Bus to the Zhuhai Port of the Bridge. From there, proceed to the venue by taxi. (~25 mins)

II. Traveling from Macau

• Macao Light Rail: Take the Macao Light Rail Hengqin Line to Hengqin Station. After clearing immigration, take a taxi to the venue. (~10 mins)
• Local Buses: Take Macao public buses (e.g., routes 25B, 50, 102X, 701X) via the Hengqin Port. After clearing immigration, take a taxi to the venue. (~10 mins)
• Hotel/Casino Complimentary Shuttles: Use free shuttle buses provided by major casinos to reach the Hengqin Port. After clearing immigration, take a taxi to the venue. (~10 mins)

III. Traveling from Zhuhai

• Zhuhai Jinwan Airport: Take a taxi or ride-hailing service to the venue. (~30 mins, ~60 CNY / 9 USD)
• Self-Drive/Taxi: Drive via the Pearl River Delta Ring Expressway and exit at “Hengqin,” or take a taxi/ride-hailing service directly to the venue.

What to Do in Hengqin

Chimelong Ocean Kingdom, Zhuhai

• Admission: RMB 370 (Weekdays) / RMB 450 (Holidays)
• Opening Hours: 09:30–21:00

Covering 1.32 million square meters, Chimelong Ocean Kingdom is a premier destination for family vacations and marine exploration. The park features 8 themed zones, including Dolphin Cove and Ocean Wonders, and houses signature attractions such as the Whale Shark Aquarium, Penguin Pavilion, and Polar Bear Exhibit. The Whale Shark Aquarium holds five Guinness World Records, including the world’s largest aquarium window. Visitors can enjoy a wide range of rides and shows, including the Rainforest Drop Tower, a 5D Castle Theater, and animal performances featuring belugas, dolphins, and sea lions.

Chimelong Theatre, Hengqin, Zhuhai

• Admission: RMB 380
• Opening Hours: 15:30–18:30

Located within the Chimelong International Ocean Tourist Resort, Chimelong Theatre is a world-class venue with a total area of 71,000 sqm. It features a 270-degree panoramic stage, a 360-degree aerial track, and three surrounding water routes, offering a unique water-land-air performance space. Its resident production, The Chimelong Show, brings together over 300 top performers from more than 20 countries. In 2024, it received the Thea Award for Outstanding Achievement from the Themed Entertainment Association.

Traditional Chinese Medicine Science & Innovation Museum

• Admission: RMB 60 (Students: RMB 30)
• Opening Hours: Tue–Sun 09:00–17:30 (last entry 16:30)

Also known as the Traditional Chinese Medicine Cultural Experience Center, this immersive museum spans 19,000 sqm and is a key project of the Guangdong-Macao TCM Science and Technology Industrial Park. Combining cultural heritage, science education, and tourism, the museum was creatively designed under the supervision of Sir Richard Taylor, co-founder of Weta Workshop and five-time Academy Award winner for visual effects (e.g., The Lord of the Rings, Avatar). Themed exhibits explore the origins, development, and modern applications of TCM through lifelike sculptures, herbal specimens, detailed CG visuals, and interactive multimedia.