New data reveals sector-wide ignorance of global business travel risk management standard ISO 31030 New data captured from Business Travel Show Europe reveals a concerning fact of widespread ignorance of ISO (International Organization for Standardization) 31030. This is the new global standard for managing business travel risk, which is there to help ensure best practices […]

PA Life chatted to Stephanie Betts, Event Sales Manager at Port Lympne Hotel and Reserve, a wildlife park in Kent. How excited are you about 2022 now that hospitality and events have opened up fully? The team here at Port Lympne are very excited to continue to host events on site without restrictions again.  And […]

Congratulations to our winners! PA Life is pleased to announce the winners of our recent prize draw that was open to all PA Show attendees. A big thank you to Lawyers Travel, part of American Express (GBT) who were the generous sponsors of the prizes in our March competition. The first prize of an amazing […]

Who doesn’t enjoy an evening of fun and relaxed wine tasting?  At Club Vino we know how important it is to organise an event that ticks every box and let’s be honest who doesn’t love a fantastic glass of wine? If you are looking to organise a corporate event that everyone will enjoy, then we […]

PA Life chatted to Per Gavelius, CEO of GO Sport Travel about getting back to business in 2022 and the importance of working with reputable, and always official sports hospitality agents. How excited are you about 2022 now that business travel and events have opened up almost fully? We’re genuinely excited about the situation in […]

A group of our PA Life Club members got together to experience East London’s favourite Latin bar and restaurant on Thursday 24th of March. We were welcomed to Barrio Shoreditch by their friendly team – Liz, Shayne, Khy and Rebecca who had reserved a great area for us by the brand new outdoor bar in […]

At Jet Companion’s office in Canada, one PA’s dilemma in particular sounds very familiar: “We are booking an international trip for a client, with severe health issues. He doesn’t need an air ambulance, but he definitely can’t fly alone with his medical needs!” As a provider of travel companions for hire and low-complexity aeromedical care, […]

The attitudes of UK workers returning to the office working have changed since before the pandemic. Office design now needs to take into account the needs and desires of individuals to have more privacy at the office reports eFax. Their latest research conducted by eFax who offer cloud-based fax solutions for businesses found that 42 […]

London Bushcraft team-building events are a great way to reconnect with colleagues and partners in nature. Let us plan your next team building event and have an unforgettable day. Let us know your requirements and we will plan the rest… we are also offering 10% discount on all booking made by 31st May 2022! London […]

Robert Half FTSE 100 CEO Tracker reveals ongoing lack of diversity at the top as there are currently only nine women CEOs.  Despite numerous gender inclusivity initiatives to increase diversity at the top, only nine women CEOs run FTSE 100 companies today Two thirds (68%) of CEOs appointed though internal promotion, up from 46% in […]

In a recent study by HR and payroll software provider CIPHR into pay rises in the UK, it was revealed that women were less likely than men to have been awarded a salary increase that was in line with or above the rate of inflation for 2022 (14% compared to 22% respectively). Let’s look at […]

2022 has already brought a mix of new opportunity and fresh business challenges. PAs are looking to plan exciting live events that unite, reward and inspire teams after an extended period working remotely. But this must now also be balanced with budgets that are starting to feel the pinch, as the cost of living and […]

The Kia Oval London and WPP’s Metro Production Group (MPG) have announced a strategic partnership for the delivery of event production services at the iconic cricket venue. The Kia Oval has now signed a three-year partnership agreement with MPG which has more than 40 years’ experience of supplying event production and broadcast services. MPG supply […]

Wine has long been regarded as a gift that’s appreciated by many. But to get your wine gift just right you need to consider who the receiver is carefully. That’s why we can say with confidence that you could really benefit from our tailored ‘Gifts for Business’ service. We’d like to share our gifts selection […]

Recognising and rewarding your team is important and Molton Brown has made it a lot easier for you to select employee gifts that get the thumbs up. Their exclusive shopping webpage, filled with indulgences, has a great selection of products to enrich employees’ working day or to enjoy at home. The gifts create luxurious moments […]

    You’ve probably noticed that rail fares have gone up by an average of 3.8% – just as more and more people are returning to the office. With further possible increases in the price of fuel, train travel could be a cheaper option and one that’s certainly more sustainable. Let’s look at how you […]

Perhaps it’s a friend who needs a bit of TLC? Your brilliant team at work, who have carried each other through the uncertainty of the last couple of years? Or your customers, just to say Happy Easter? There’s something really delightful, really kind and really Swedish about Easter gifts. Swedes are famously good gifters. Not […]

1 in 6 parents felt their career opportunities reduced after simply requesting parental leave. A new study reveals widespread bias against those taking parental leave in the UK, as 1 in 6 parents felt their career opportunities reduced after simply requesting parental leave. Almost a quarter of employees (23%) said that the stress of work […]