August 8, 2022
With heatwaves scorching the country and record temperatures hit this summer, there is no better time to start planning your Christmas party. In fact, the importance […]
August 1, 2022
Last month we shared Kira’s insight into her journey on our Emerging Talent programme which takes three employees through a dedicated training programme. Next up, Nicky […]
July 26, 2022
In recent years, we have turned science fiction concepts into real, widely accessible technology. Using this technology when organising events is essential to keep up with […]
July 18, 2022
First launched in October 2020, our Emerging Talent programme takes three employees through a dedicated training programme. The programme exposes them to different areas of the […]
July 7, 2022
With events back in full swing and confidence returning for events with high delegate numbers, it’s important to consider the right venue and how this will […]
July 5, 2022
Emma, one of our Account Managers at ACE, recently visited Oslo as part of a trip sponsored by Thon Hotels. She had an amazing time, jam-packed […]
June 30, 2022
To continue expanding client services, we’ve partnered with HotelMap – a global technology platform focused on automating hotel booking processes in the events sector. HotelMap specialises […]
June 29, 2022
Last month, one of our fabulous Account Managers, Tracy Finnigan, travelled to Frankfurt for IMEX. She packed a lot into her two-day trip, battling the infamous […]
June 9, 2022
We have partnered with Greengage Solutions to launch a new sustainable initiative for clients – EVENTsmart. EVENTsmart is a carbon calculator powered by Smart Carbon that measures […]
June 7, 2022
Located west of the Italian Peninsula, Sardinia makes an appearance as a destination feature. Sardinia is the second-largest island in the Mediterranean Sea and is known […]
May 23, 2022
A micro event is a traditional event that has been adapted to be smaller in size and number of guests. These events have boomed since the […]
May 16, 2022
As the Safety & Health Expo, the UK’s largest dedicated health and safety event, approaches in the next few weeks, we’re taking a look at health […]
May 11, 2022
Here at Venues and Events International, we are delighted to announce the appointment of Claire Churchill as our new Finance Director. Claire joins us with more […]
May 4, 2022
We are delighted to say that we have achieved the ISO 27001 and We Invest in People accreditations. The ISO 27001 is a standard of information […]
May 3, 2022
Meeting and event enquiries are continuing to soar. Up by 66% in Q1 of 2022 compared to Q4 of 2021, according to combined figures from Joint […]
April 25, 2022
The Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions (MICE) industry has been a huge part of many country’s tourisms for many decades. But as the world comes back […]
April 20, 2022
Our Venue Spotlight this week, chosen by Trudi, is the stunning Mount Juliet Estate. The venue is located 90 minutes from Dublin, driving through the beautiful […]
April 11, 2022
In the 21st century, information has never been more accessible. If there’s not information on company websites, it’s on their social media, in their mission statements, […]
March 23, 2022
Last month we were ecstatic to receive the news that our ‘We Invest in People’ accreditation awarded by Investors in People, has been renewed for another […]
March 16, 2022
With daily flights, and less than 2 hours from London, Copenhagen is a great incentive destination for your next group. With all restrictions now lifted locally, […]
March 14, 2022
The 4th of March marked Staff Appreciation Day in the USA. A day for recognition and rewarding employees for all their hard work and dedication. Americans […]
March 10, 2022
For our venue spotlight this week, Natalie has chosen Hotel Café Royal in central London. This traditional hotel is the definition of elegance. This beautiful 5-star […]
March 9, 2022
A huge topic of conversation in the events industry right now is sustainability. Events organisers are paying more attention to the sustainability of their events than […]
March 9, 2022
There is no such thing as a typical event – we all know that no two events are ever the same. And when we talk about […]
March 8, 2022
Katie, can you give us an introduction to you and your role at Sage. Yes, of course, I am the Event Director. I sit in the […]
March 3, 2022
Work Based Learning opportunities like placements and internships are a practical way of learning and putting theory into practice. They allow students to gain valuable industry […]
March 2, 2022
Hiring an apprentice is a productive and effective way to grow talent and develop a motivated, skilled, and qualified workforce. Employing apprentices is a fantastic way […]
March 1, 2022
To celebrate St. David’s day, we have put together a list of some of our favourite venues, to celebrate our friends in Wales. Celtic Manor, Newport […]
February 17, 2022
Success is the ultimate target for every business. Regardless of how each company defines what success means for them it is safe to say that success […]
February 9, 2022
The Emerging Talent Programme, originally launched in October 2020, takes employees through a dedicated training programme, exposing them to different areas of the business they wouldn’t […]
February 7, 2022
A special thanks to Tracy who took the time to tell us about her trip to Lausanne and Montreux. Tracy visited an array of amazing locations and has […]
February 4, 2022
Last year the UK saw the biggest conference and exhibition they had ever hosted with COP26. With over 40,000 registered participants, and 14,124 observers, this was […]
January 31, 2022
That was the key outcome following the Partner Engagement Day with Venues and Events International and Absolute Corporate Events (ACE) and Absolute Digital Communications (ADC). Held […]
January 26, 2022
Two years on into the pandemic, and signs that we’re finally entering the endemic phase where we must learn to live and work with Covid-19, together […]
January 19, 2022
The end of 2021 saw enquiries boom for us, with clients enthusiastic to get back into a meeting room. But it’s not just meetings their enquiring […]
January 5, 2022
The CN 30underThirty initiative recognises the industry’s exceptional talent; showcasing their achievements and rewarding their passion, creativity and brilliance that makes them the leaders of tomorrow […]
January 4, 2022
As the year is coming to an end, planning and preparation for the new business year and new projects are well underway. A great way to […]
December 15, 2021
Despite restrictions being lifted since the 19th of July in the UK, the industry continues to face new challenges as we continue to work alongside Covid-19. […]
December 8, 2021
Your questions answered. At Venues and Events International we are passionate about our venue knowledge. Over the years we have developed relationships with thousands of hotels, […]
November 29, 2021
The Covid-19 pandemic has forced millions of people to work from home for the best part of over a year. This has had a massive impact […]
November 24, 2021
Climate change is the greatest risk facing us all The race to create a net-zero futureproof world is on. As countries begin to recover from the […]
November 18, 2021
A special thanks to Marlene who took the time to tell us about her trip to Budapest. Marlene visited an array of amazing locations and has […]
November 4, 2021
Venues and Events International acquisition of Absolute Corporate Events (ACE) has seen the two agencies thriving, three months on. While mergers and acquisitions don’t always go […]
October 28, 2021
By Chris Parnham International travel incentive programmes have always been one of the most effective ways of motivating a workforce to reach for more challenging targets, […]
October 21, 2021
With Christmas fast approaching you may be thinking of organising a party for your employees. But did you know there is a reasonably generous tax exemption […]
October 18, 2021
Events can be expensive and take a lot of time and resource to organise. So how do you know if it’s all been worthwhile? It’s all […]
October 14, 2021
At the start of 2021, there was still uncertainty for the future of the meetings and events as the world continued to come to grips with […]
October 11, 2021
On Friday 8th October, we finally dusted off our glad rags and joined hundreds of event professionals for the biggest awards night in our industry, the prestigious […]
October 6, 2021
Event planning never goes exactly as it should. Even if people tell you the event was delivered precisely to plan, the chances are that something would […]