Which city should host the 2009 Loeries?

Concerning the latest announcement regarding the possible change of host city/location for the 2009 Loeries, we are asking you, the industry, what your preferences are. After reviewing a long list of possible towns, The Loerie Awards has invited these four host cities/locations to submit proposals to host the 2009 Awards ceremony. The tender deadline is the last week of September 2008, after which the Loeries Committee will review the pitches. A final decision will be made in October this year.

When making your decision, keep in mind the following factors:

• accessibility in terms of time travelled and cost
  
• accommodation (the 2008 Loeries had over 4000 delegates)
  
• clashes with other major events (impact on transport, accommodation and venues)
  
• overlap with other major industry events (eg Design Indaba)
  
• decent weather for that time of year
  
• large enough venue for the awards ceremony
  
• venues for after-parties
  
• “business tourism” activities for during the day
  
• infrastructure (eg transport, catering, media)
  
• the pros and cons of a big city versus small town environment
  
• safety requirements
  
• etc