PAs are responsible for overseas travel and event management – yet risk and security management remains a grey area. David Curran, Director of Edson Tiger, advises how to deal with such arrangements Why now? The world is becoming a more complex and challenging place for business travellers and those organising events overseas. At the same […]
PA Life is proud to announce it is an official media partner of the Business Travel Show, taking place at Olympia London from 22-23 February. The Business Travel Show, held annually in London for more than 20 years, is Europe’s largest specialised exhibition and conference bringing together 7,730 European travel professionals. This long established and […]
Leading train company CrossCountry has enhanced its commitment to customer service by launching a 24-hour, seven day a week online customer contact service. CrossCountry is now contactable 24/7 on the company’s Twitter and Facebook channels to aid passengers with their queries. CrossCountry’s Twitter and Facebook account was previously monitored between 6am and 10pm Monday to […]
Today, more business travellers are looking for alternative office space and accommodation options. Serviced apartments are well furnished apartments that are available for short or long-term stays (starting from five nights up to years), and provide amenities for daily use. Many come with a housekeeping service, reception and other extras such as a concierge and […]
ASAP and STR are pleased to confirm that the serviced apartment sector in the UK has achieved full year occupancy of 81% in 2016. While 2016 was widely recognised as a more challenging year for the sector, particularly in the first quarter, it’s very encouraging to see the sector achieve an overall performance of 81%, […]
Organising transportation for your company’s clients doesn’t need to a be a hassle. With Uber all you have to do is tap your mobile and a car will come directly to you. From now until 24 October, the firm is offering PA Life readers £15 off their first ride. Uber is one of the smartest […]
Manchester’s first ever luxury serviced apartments, CitySuites, opened its doors yesterday, as VIP guests made their first move into the exclusive new accommodation in the heart of the city. Unlike anything else that exists in Manchester, the serviced apartment offering sees the city upping its game as a centre for business and tourism. Headed up […]
More than three quarters (79%) of travel buyers have reviewed their traveller risk strategy in the last 12 months to ensure they provide greater duty of care. The new research results are from a survey commissioned by the Business Travel Show, which quizzed 178 European buyers about their risk management policies. In the last 12 months, fewer […]
The north of Portugal offers a stunning backdrop for corporate retreats and international events of any kind. Molly Dyson explores Porto and the Douro Valley Porto’s history stretches back thousands of years, with major events throughout the centuries carving out a rich heritage of hard work and pride in the region. In fact, the Portuguese […]
UK business travel buyers are facing higher prices thanks to Brexit. Seven months to the day Britons voted in the European Referendum and less than a week since Prime Minister Theresa May set out her stall for a hard Brexit, a Business Travel Show poll has revealed that prices have already increased for 16% of […]
Seasoned PAs will know that work doesn’t stop just because you’re travelling with your boss. While you can’t always get everything done on the road, you can still maintain a decent level of productivity. Here are a few tips from The Muse for staying on top of everything remotely. 1 Spend a bit extra If […]
Every year businesses spend too much time and money on sourcing and booking business travel. The responsibility for arranging business trips for your boss and other execs can prove to be far from smooth sailing for even the most proficient PA. What if you were told that by making a simple switch you could save […]
In a rail industry exclusive, leading train company CrossCountry has today announced it has removed the administration fee charged when customers need to change the date or time of their Advance ticket. Because Advance tickets are intended for specific trains and set times, the rail industry charges a £10 administration fee if a customer needs […]
The number of business travel buyers with flourishing budgets is on the increase for the first time in four years. The results of the seventh annual Business Travel Show forecast reveal that 32% of buyers will have more money to spend in 2017, compared with 29% last year. This follows successive annual drops since 2013. […]
Opening in summer 2017, the highly anticipated Bürgenstock Resort Lake Lucerne will herald a new era in Swiss hospitality. While modern in aesthetic and outlook, The Bürgenstock Resort is steeped in a fascinating history with its beginnings dating back to 1868. The original resort has been a favourite destination for numerous Hollywood stars including Sofia […]
Welcome back to our weekly spotlight on helpful apps. We focus on a variety of products that are useful for work, personal use, or both, providing our own thoughts on the apps and what you can do with them. This week we plan stress-free journeys with Moovit. An intro to Moovit Available on the Apple App […]
Travel safety specialist beTravelwise has appointed a new LGBT travel advisor and developed an enhanced corporate travel safety programme designed to help mitigate the dangers facing LGBT business travellers. LGBT travellers are often faced with a myriad of legal and safety issues when visiting certain countries, whether for work or leisure. There are 75 countries […]
Discover the ingredients that make Abu Dhabi the ideal MICE destination for business travellers. Amelia Walker reports When Abu Dhabi climbed into the International Congress and Convention Association’s (ICCA) top 100 busiest meeting destinations in 2012, CEO Martin Sirk advised the destination not to solely focus on specific rankings, but instead aim for business that […]
