Despite the Association only having been formed in 2008, its members managed to pack out the venue to enjoy good music, good food and plenty of friendly banter.  Music was supplied by talented singer songwriter: Nick Crook: nickcrookbooking@gmail.com. 

ARA was started by Sudeep Shah from Orient International Relocations in Nepal, and eight other founding members to provide Asian moving and relocation companies with a tailor-made service.  They recognised that Asia is different from the rest of the world, with each country having its own culture and language.  Perhaps this is why there had not been an Asian association in the past. 

ARA held its first meeting in Phuket in March 2009 with 28 attendees.  Today it has members in most Asian countries and many associate members elsewhere in the world.  Every application is thoroughly vetted and only trusted applicants are allowed to join.  

The next ARA convention will be held in Penang, Malaysia, from 25-27th March 2016.7

Photo: ARA party at the Hard Rock Cafe, San Diego.