We all remember conferences that, at 5 pm, decamp to the bar for a post-event drink and lively conversation over the day’s activities. Not long after, a pre-dinner drinks reception follows, and then your choice of red or white wine with your meal. Not to mention the post-dinner cocktails at the bar!  These may have […]

As an EA or PA, you need to know which airlines to book your executives and teams on. You may be surprised by the results of a recent survey which asked travellers who they trust… Ryanair tops the list of the least trusted airline The budget airline Ryanair is revealed as the least trustworthy airline […]

The London Christmas Party Show 2026 is just around the corner, taking place on 16-17 June at the industrial-chic Shoreditch venue, Protein Studios.  A key date in the diary for anyone responsible for planning corporate events, this is where festive season inspiration begins in earnest. Created exclusively for PAs, EAs and event professionals, the two-day […]

PA Life had a pleasure of joining EAs, PAs and other event organisers at a recent relaunch of the Tower Suite – the Tower Hotel by Thistle’s dedicated events space… It was exciting to see how the Clermont Hotel Group (CHG) has reimagined The Tower Suite, the event suite at this landmark hotel. And we […]

Every PA knows the moment. The executive strolls over with a smile that can only mean trouble and says something like, “We need to be in Paris tomorrow morning. Can you sort it?” It is the kind of request that would send most people into a panic but with access to flexible charter flight solutions, […]

Calling all Executive and Personal Assistants, Virtual Assistants, Office Managers and other business support professionals! If you – or your execs and colleagues – consider you as an outstanding assistant then the PA Life Star Awards 2026 are for you… We are looking for EAs, PAs, VAs, Office Managers, and other business support professionals to […]

Last Friday, May 8th, was a definite highlight in the PA Life Club’s diary this spring. A group of our EA, PA, VA and Office Manager members were hosted by Balfour Winery in Kent on a truly memorable Fam Trip… The welcoming hospitality started as soon as we arrived at Marden station where a minibus […]

One of the things PA Life enjoys writing about is great meetings and events venues. As a trusted source, we are here to make the busy lives of EAs and PAs a little easier. Venue recommendations are a valued way to do just that. Here we bring you the latest on what’s going on at […]

To help EAs and PAs to source sustainable suppliers for their execs and teams, we are pleased to share the news of the Radisson Hotel Group achieving a Verified Net Zero badge… Radisson Hotel Group’s 2025 Responsible Business Report demonstrates how the Group is turning its Net Zero transformation into real, measurable progress across its […]

Crowne Plaza Newcastle has captured fresh insight at a recent ABPCO Festival of Learning into the current event landscape in the UK. EAs and PAs are at the heart of the events function in most organisations and need to know what’s shaping event priorities right now… Clear focus on value, engagement, and evolving delegate expectations […]

One of Britain’s most important maritime sites, The Commissioner’s House at The Historic Dockyard Chatham is set to reopen this July following a remarkable £3.5 million restoration, unveiling a refined heritage destination for corporate events and celebrations. EAs and PAs, plus other business support professionals have a unique chance to visit this historic events venue […]

The Betfred Derby Festival at Epsom Downs Racecourse is one of the UK’s most established flat racing events, combining a high-profile sporting occasion with a setting just outside London that feels both open and distinctive.  For organisers, including EAs and PAs, it offers a format that is straightforward to manage, while still delivering a strong guest experience.  […]

Formula 1 is no longer simply a race. It is a travelling city of power, part engineering lab, part fashion week, part global business forum. Each summer, it arrives at the most iconic circuit in the world. EAs and PAs – The Vale is one to book for your execs and clients at the British […]

A group of Executive Assistant, Personal Assistant and other event organisers had a fantastic time learning about hosting events at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium. This was our second Fam Trip hosted by the UK’s most technologically advanced stadium and venue on April 21st. If you missed this, you have a chance to join the third PA […]

Geopolitics, soaring costs and rising duty of care pressures are increasing. New data from Business Travel Show Europe reveals the biggest challenges facing European travel managers in 2026. EAs and PAs need to be aware of the key factors behind todays’ business travel landscape… At a time when European airline carriers are cancelling hundreds of flights due to the soaring price […]

ARC sees audiences redefine the office Christmas party as planners embrace “the anti-ordinary”. Festive season parties are evolving, and that’s influenced by a new generation of attendees. How can EAs, PAs and other event organisers move away from traditional formats in favour of more flexible, inclusive, and experience-led celebrations… Insight from Arena Racing Company (ARC) […]

Thanks to our friends at ABBA Arena in London, we are delighted to be able to offer our May competition winner a fantastic experience. The lucky winner will receive two Dance Floor tickets to ABBA Voyage, granting access to the Oceanbird Lounge as well. Win 2 tickets to ABBA Voyage – it’s a concert like […]

During PA Life’s 15th anniversary year, we feature 15 amazing assistants. The interview series fits perfectly within our core purpose of supporting EAs, PAS, VAs, Office Managers, and other business support professionals. Here we talk to Abigail Jones, a senior EA, and founder of her own coaching and mentoring business who discusses the importance of […]