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Wellness column: City or country โ€“ the outdoors is your wellness resource

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Julia Green,โ€ฏSales & Commercial Managerโ€ฏatโ€ฏCenterโ€ฏParcs Conferences & Eventsโ€ฏwelcomes the first signs of spring, inspiring her to step outside, breathe deeply, and recalibrate after the winter.ย  This wellness column by Julia was first published in the PA Life spring 2026 issue.ย  For all of us with busy lives, carving out intentional time outdoorsย isnโ€™tย just a pleasant bonusย –ย itโ€™sย a […]

Summer parties, reimagined

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Summer parties have evolved, and in PA Life Spring Issue we share top venues the from riverside icons to countryside escapes, these standout locations turn summer celebrations into unforgettable experiencesโ€ฆย  Lead image of an al-fresco summer party at Tewinbury Farm & Hotel Summer parties have evolved far beyond drinks on a terrace or a predictable […]

Why smarter venue finding starts with experience

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PA Life speaks with Aimee Cloona and Nicky Brown, co-founders and directors of HeyVenues, a new addition to their smarter venue finding portfolio, about lessons learned, smarter technology and how EAs and PAs can source venues with confidence, speed and insightโ€ฆ What gap in the market prompted you to launch your second venue-finding platform, and […]

The Ritz-Carlton, Berlin

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Our five-star luxury corporate stay at The Ritz-Carlton Berlin started at the airport, where The Ritz-Carltonโ€™s smart driver met us to take us in chauffeur-driven comfort to the hotel, located in Potsdamer Platz, in the centre of the city. You can read the full Meet in Europe feature in the PA Life Spring 2026 digital […]

Meet in Europe: Why going continental still delivers

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As organisations continue to rethink how and where they bring people together, Europe remains a powerful draw for corporate conferences and meetings. For more insights and industry updates, check out the Meet in Europe feature in the new PA Life Spring 2026 Issue… For British-based and international businesses alike, hosting events on the continent offers […]

Love what you do and do what you love

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We are delighted to introduce Lindsay Taylor FInstAM, Director at Your Excellency Limited, as our 2026 Professional Development columnist. February is one of her favourite monthsโ€”not least for Valentineโ€™s Dayโ€”and her article is particularly fitting as it highlights the importance of aligning your values with your EA/PA role. You can read her insights and more […]

PA Life at The PA Show Spring: A meeting place for the modern executive support profession

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The PA Show Spring brings together thousands of business support professionals from across sectors and career stages. It is a space designed not only to inform, but to energise โ€” combining education, peer connection and access to trusted suppliers who understand the realities of modern executive support. The show continues to evolve alongside the roles […]

Trust your instincts, master the skills: Career advice from Oprah Winfreyโ€™s former Chief of Staff

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In senior EA and PA roles, success is rarely about task management alone. Itโ€™s about judgement, timing, emotional awareness and the ability to read situations before they fully unfold. Few people understand this better than Libby Moore, former Chief of Staff to Oprah Winfrey and now a coach and speaker working with high achievers around […]

English wine at the heart of Balfour Hospitality

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Balfour Hospitality brings together an award-winning winery in Kent, a small collection of country pubs close to home, and a couple of well-placed outposts in London. The common thread? English wine. PA Life speaks to Amie Rozan, Head of Events at Balfour Hospitality, who gives us an incredible insight on their venues… Since 2002, Balfour […]

Game on at Clays: an adrenaline-fuelled experience of clay shooting

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If you’re looking for an adrenaline-fuelled experience, step into Clays and take a shot at six thrilling interactive games including clay shooting. It’s the perfect way to bring fun, competition, and socialising to any team-building session or large corporate group. Clays has locations in Birmingham, Soho, The City of London, and Canary Wharf… PA Life […]

Inside The July Hotel, where apartment living meets boutique luxury

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Inspired by the nearby theatres, The July Hotel in London Victoria offers Art Deco spaces, bringing old-world cool to your everyday. The July Hotel is where apartment living meets boutique luxury. Need to work? Thereโ€™s a co-working area and bookable meeting rooms. Want to move? Thereโ€™s a Gym, Sauna and Cold Room all in one […]

Host, dine and celebrate with panoramic views in the Blue Sky Suite at Hyatt Place London Heathrow

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Newly reopened and ready to host, the Blue Sky Suite at Hyatt Place London Heathrow Airport offers event bookers a refreshed, flexible venue with a dramatic difference, including, sweeping runway views… Meeting with a view like no other at the Blue Sky Suite at Hyatt Place London Heathrow Airport Offering, what could quite possibly be […]

Hotel review: H4 Hotel Wyndham Paris, bleisure with a French twist

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Our feature writer, Sienna Shipton, joined five fellow journalists from the corporate travel and MICE industry for a Parisian adventure to explore Saint-Denis, a gorgeous commune that neighbours Paris. They checked in for the weekend at the newly opened H4 Hotel Wyndham Paris Pleyel Resort, a striking vertical landmark that rises above the northern skyline, […]

London’s best winter terraces and pop ups

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From alpine hideaways to heated igloos, PA Life have put together the top seasonal spots that promise magical evenings and plenty of festive cheer. For families and friends, weโ€™ve handpicked some of Londonโ€™s best winter terraces and pop-ups for you. Embrace the spirit of the season in style and celebrate with a cocktail or two. […]

Beating the winter blues & coping with SAD (Seasonal Affective Disorder)

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Imagine stepping into the office on a bleak winter morning. The skyโ€™s grey, the sunโ€™s barely up, and youโ€™re dragging yourself through the morning with coffee. You tell yourself itโ€™s just โ€œwinter bluesโ€. But for some of us, the feeling lingers and growsโ€”day after day. Thatโ€™s what Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) can look like. Itโ€™s […]

Twist your perspective: How immersive venues like Twist Museum are redefining corporate events

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In a city overflowing with event spaces, few can claim to truly change your perspective, but thatโ€™s exactly what Twist Museum does. One of PA Life’s recommended suppliers, we are excited to share the unique aspects of this immersive venue. It is fast becoming a favourite among EAs and PAs looking to elevate their events. […]

Career confidence for EA’s and PAs: Insights from LiveCareerโ€™s Jasmine Escalera

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In an era where technology and workplace expectations are rapidly evolving, career empowerment has never been more essential. Especially for executive and personal assistants navigating increasingly strategic roles. To explore how professionals can strengthen their personal brand and stay ahead of change, we spoke with Jasmine Escalera, Career Expert at LiveCareer. Jasmine shares her insights […]

What makes Travel Counsellors for Business your valuable travel partner

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Travel Counsellors for Businessโ€™ Director of Corporate, Mel Quinn, discusses the latest insights from the companyโ€™s SME Travel Survey โ€“ an annual barometer of SME business travellers and bookers โ€“ and how EAs and PAs can deliver smarter, more sustainable trips that support business goals and traveller wellbeing in equal measure. Travel is central to […]