Outdoor meetings are continuing to grow in trend with additional wellbeing benefits according to Ruslana Yarmolyuk, the new General Manager at The Mercure Kenwood Hall Hotel & Spa in Sheffield. โRooftop bars, tipis, to curb-side dining areas that channel Parisienne cafรฉ culture is a surprising trend to emerge from the pandemic. Many hotels, including ours, […]
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Planning the Perfect Staff Christmas Party
If you still haven’t planned your staff Christmas Party, then donโt worry, youโre not the only one. However, as the clock is ticking, you really do need to find an organisation that can deliver a safe, enjoyable, all-inclusive package with great food options and entertainment. At YourVENUE, weโve got a variety of Festive options at […]
Hugggโs festive gift guide is here
This year Huggg is making it easier than ever to send the best Christmas gifts to your staff. Their 2022 selection of festive gifts is the biggest and best yet. Download Huggg’s brand-new interactive festive gift guide. What gifts can I send with Huggg’s festive gift guide? Hugggโs range of thoughtful, sustainable and cost-effective Christmas […]
Making meetings more sustainable
Sustainability has become a major consideration for every business. Whatever we do, there is a responsibility to reduce our impact on the environment. And meetings are no different. In fact, Marriott Bonvoy Events conducted research with meeting bookers revealing that over 60% of them consider sustainability when they choose a venue. Sustainability in meeting venues […]
IBTM World visitor registrationย is now open
IBTM World launches visitor registration as the organisers report strong support for the event that’s theme is culture creation this year. Visitor registration is now open for IBTM World 2022, which will take place at Fira, Barcelona, from the 29th of November to the 1st of December, with the worldโs leading buyers and suppliers expected […]
UK pensions need to be reformed by the Government
The Pensions and Lifetime Savings Association (PLSA) has called on government to reform the UK pensions system through recommendations that could see median earnersโ savings boosted by 25%. Under the current system the association has warned that more than 50% of savers will fail to meet pensions saving targets set by the Pensions Commission in […]
How minicabit for Business can help solve your cab travel challenges
Need help getting your colleagues from A to B? Is the reliability of your regular cab provider under strain? minicabit for Business is the UKโs largest, rated cab network, enabling you and your colleagues to easily book cab travel online in over 550 towns & cities UK wide. No more juggling different cab suppliers and […]
Branded Christmas Crackers are real multi-taskers
Looking for a way to promote your venue for Christmas Parties? Perhaps youโre organising the Christmas lunch this year and need to sort those little nick-nacks like table dรฉcor and small gifts. Maybe youโre looking for a creative way to invite your employees to the Christmas party. If so, bespoke branded Christmas Crackers might just […]
PA Life Club Meet Up: The Fellows House, Cambridge – November 17-18th
The Fellows House, part of the Hilton Group, has the pleasure of inviting PA Life Club Members for a Meet Up and an overnight stay at their central Cambridge hotel. DATE AND ITINERARY: 17-18 November 2022 Check-in from 6:30pm Dinner in the restaurant Tour the next day after breakfast Check out is at 11am About […]
PA Life Club Meet Up: The Eastside Rooms & Aloft Birmingham Eastside
The Eastside Rooms and Aloft Birmingham Eastside invite PA Life Club members to Birmingham for an overnight experience of their events venue and accommodation. You will be welcomed on arrival with an arrival drink from our on-site W XYZ Cocktail Bar. A guided tour of the venue will follow and it will showcase all that […]
5 office friendly yoga poses for improving your mental healthย
With 74% of the UK โoverwhelmed or unable to cope at some point in the past year, taking care of your mental health has never been more important. Yoga has been scientifically proven to relieve stress, improve mental health and reduce anxiety*, and there are several feel-good stretches you can do at your desk. Office […]
Off to Work Event Photography Awards return with a Cherry-picked Winner
The fun and fast-paced Off to Work Event Photography Awards ceremony made a successful and highly enjoyable return to the plush Mayfair townhouse venue No.4 Hamilton Place on Tuesday 4th October after a virtual event in 2020 and pandemic-enforced pause in 2021. The not-for-profit competition was open to images captured during both 2020 and 2021 […]
Celebrate Christmas at Strand Palace
Host your Christmas Celebrations at the historic Strand Palace, located just a stoneโs throw away from the beloved Covent Garden, ideally based along The Strand. Christmas at Strand Palace is always festive whether you choose drinks, canapes and dining at Haxells restaurant or opt for exclusive private hire options, perfect for more intimate occasions. View […]
Christmas at Ascot
Feel like royalty with Christmas at Ascot, a celebration hosted in the impressive surroundings of the worldโs most famous racecourse. This year, the festive season is back, bigger and better than ever at Ascot with a range of options for your seasonal celebrations. Our popular shared party evenings promise a night to remember as guests […]
Expert tips for asking for a pay rise during the cost of living crisis
During the current cost of living crisis, there are very few people who arenโt anticipating a drop in disposable income as the cost of energy bills, petrol and everyday grocery items continue to rise.ย ย As a result of this, many workers may be considering asking their employers for a pay review or salary increase, […]
The Super-Helper Syndrome – A Survival Guide for Compassionate People
Humans love to help. Itโs in our DNA, but what happens when our urge to help others takes over. This new book, based on studying the psychology of helpers, is here to help the helpers. NEW BOOK: Chartered Psychologists Jess Baker & Rod Vincent studied the psychology of helpers โ what motivates them and why […]
5 Incredible Travel Experiences Personal Assistants Should Tryย
Personal Assistants are the heart of organisations, working side by side with executives and company leaders and playing an essential role in supporting decisions. While it’s a very fulfilling job, it can also be stressful. Personal Assistants should, therefore, take some time off and travel to some beautiful destinations as a way to relieve stress.ย […]
The Best Destinations for Personal Assistant Workations
For Personal Assistants who can work remotely, consider going for a workation. Besides, why work from an office when you can work at a beach or a cosy cafe in some of the world’s most remote destinations? With a workation, you’ll be holidaying at some beautiful places while still fulfilling your work responsibilities. Between working, […]