Editor’s Picks

Festivities for this Christmas: Top Recommendations

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Festivities for this Christmas are in full swing. Get ready to celebrate Christmas in style with PA Life’s ultimate guide to the most exclusive properties in the UK. Whether you’re dreaming of fine dining, stunning towers, or breathtaking terraces. We’ve got the perfect destinations to make your festive season unforgettable. From luxury experiences to magical […]

Restaurant Review: Kapara, London’s best kept secret

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This weekend, our feature writer visited London’s best kept secret, Kapara in Soho. Spending a Christmassy Saturday evening tasting her way around the Middle East with exotic tapas style dishes and signature cocktails, all designed by the iconic chef Eran Tibi. Tucked within the lively heartbeat of Soho, one of London’s most enchanting districts, lies […]

10 minutes with Andy Barnsdale, GM at The Milner York

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PA Life talks to Andy Barnsdale, General Manager, The Milner York about his lifelong love of the hospitality industry and what the recent renaming of his hotel from The Principal York means for business… “I have been in the hospitality industry for over 30 years, starting behind the bar at a hotel on the Isle […]

Santa’s Dray returns to London to support Wrap Up London winter coat campaign

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Spread warmth and cheer this festive season as Young’s Pubs returns to the capital with its own version of Santa’s sleigh as a horse-drawn carriage, which will make its grand tour of London on Thursday 5th December. In the spirit of giving as part of the Wrap Up London winter coat campaign, look out for […]

Hospitality Action 2024 Winter Auction with unforgettable experiences on offer

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Get bidding for great Christmas presents that will give your loved ones a fantastic memorable experience!  You’ll be giving twice as you’ll also be supporting a vital cause with the industry charity Hospitality Action 2024 Winter Auction. This is a much-loved annual auction, in association with payment solutions company, Square. The auction will run from […]

Restaurant Review: A journey through the streets of Asia UBA London

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PA Life visited UBA London, a blend of east London’s dynamic spirit with the ‘exotic allure’ of Pan Asian flavours. We booked a Wednesday evening, a mid-week luxury to enjoy as we head into the dark winter months. The restaurant is located, very appealingly just a 10 minute walk from London Liverpool Street, in the […]

Top tips to keep your meetings on track

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You don’t need us to tell you how much work goes into organising in-person meetings as an Executive Assistant (EA) or meeting planner. Nikki Stimson from TROOP shares great tips on how to keep your meetings on track… Organising and running a meeting that is thoughtful, purposeful, and efficient takes time and skill, especially one […]

Where to party in style in London this Halloween

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As the air becomes crisp, we begin to head towards the end of October meaning the annual PA Life Halloween round up is due. London’s Top chic parties this Halloween creates a playground for Halloween enthusiasts. London’s cultural scene offers an array of events which we are excited to share. That is ultimately perfect blend […]

What’s on this October half-term

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As we enter the cosy season the air becomes crisp and the leaves turn golden, October half-term is just round the corner! PA Life have created a roundup, from spooky festivities to vibrant autumnal activities. All of which are accessible in London. Whether your looking for family friendly event. Or arts and craft work shops […]

Common pitfalls business make in the journey to growth

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It can often be appealing for businesses to focus on generating short-term profit and driving sales at any cost. Sometimes it is essential to do so, but in many cases, this can take precedence over implementing and developing more sustainable medium or longer term initiatives to grow your business. Peter Ahye, CEO at leading business […]

Preview of Christmas menu at NYnLON Hyatt Regency Blackfriars

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PA Life had a chance to sample the Christmas menu at Hyatt Regency Blackfriars‘ NYnLON restaurant, ahead of the launch on December 1st. The hotel opened recently in a beautiful Grade II listed building on the former grounds of King Henry VIII’s Bridewell Palace, a great location just by Blackfriars Bridge… What’s the Christmas menu […]

The House of the Dragon shows Wales off as a key player in the creative industries

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Wales’ strengths in the creative industries were showcased through Conference Ambassadors. The Nature, landscape and scenery of ‘Destination Wales’ are big draws for the creative industries, including big budget film projects such as The House of the Dragon series… Meet In Wales has announced the next evolution of its Sector Strategy campaigns, this time focusing […]

Interview with Allianz Stadium’s Business Development Manager Vincent Coles

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PA Life sat down with Allianz Stadium’s Business Development Manager Vincent Coles to learn about the recent changes to the home of England rugby stadium since it’s re-naming to Allianz Stadium, and what sets this iconic sporting venue apart from other stadiums… Let’s start with the rebranding of the world-famous stadium and the Home of […]

PAs call for more” inclusive and modern” event-planning practices

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Allianz Stadium in Twickenham, the home of England Rugby, recently hosted a FAM Trip and roundtable discussion for PA Life Club members, where the PAs’ event-planning practices were shared on everything from top tips for Christmas party planning and inclusive events to emerging trends like low-and-no alcohol gatherings.  Christmas Party planning tips In the warm […]

PA Life visits Straits Kitchen

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PA Life were invited to indulge in Straits Kitchen, trying the Experience Menu. This hidden hotspot is located at the Pan Pacific Hotel in London Liverpool Street. It is safe to say, this tucked away treat, exceeded all our expectations. The restaurant is located on the top floor of the hotel. As we ascended the […]

Restaurant review: business over lunch at Lanes of London classic Mayfair restaurant

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PA Life visited Lanes of London, a classic Mayfair restaurant on Park Lane, for a working lunch. We’ve purposefully booked Friday to have ample time to catch up and enjoy what this renowned restaurant had to offer… The appeal as a great place to book executives for a lunch or dinner was evident as soon […]

What business professionals can learn from a sports mindset

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PA Life speaks to world-renowned sport and business mental coach Paddy Upton, who has helped guide British boxer Hamzah Sheeraz to the European middleweight title, India to the ICC Cricket World Cup title and the Indian hockey team to the bronze medal at the recent Paris Olympics. Here, he explains what business and sport coaching […]

PA Life are invited to London Fashion Week

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London Fashion Week took the capital by storm. PA Life had the pleasure of attending London Fashion Week last week, experiencing the artistry of two remarkable designers. On the opening day, we witnessed Justin Cassin’s transformative menswear presentation, alongside the breath-taking creations of Samira Ebrahimi, a high-fashion brand making waves in London. Sienna had the […]