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Trinity Visit Eibtm
The Trinity team was at EIBTM last week to improve their knowledge of international venues. I think it’s fair to say that we’ve got great knowledge of the city and managed to see a lot of the hotels and know how it works for our clients.
EIBTM is a regular event in our calendar and we always make new contacts and it’s a great opportunity to find out what’s going on in the events industry. It was a tag-team operation, with Jacqui and Katharine going to Barcelona on Monday-Tuesday, Debbie, Laura & Russell on Wednesday-Thursday.
Between us we attended 77 appointments, but there was also time to visit other stands and get ideas.
Katharine also managed to see three unusual venues for dinners in Barcelona and carried out a site visit at the Fairmont Rey Juan Carlos. Debbie stayed at the Crowne Plaza Fira Centre, hosted by Millenium Hotels and dined at Café Emma and then went on to the Hilton Barcelona on Thursday night so that she could visit key venues in the city Barcelona to extend her appreciation of what is available for our clients. Laura stayed at the Melia Sky Barcelona & Hotel Silken Diagonal, hosted by Hotel Republic. Russell stayed at the Majestic, then travelled to Madrid afterwards for site visits and get and understanding of how the city works for our clients.
Many thanks to Ellicis, Leading Hotels of the World, Fairmont, Hotel Republic and Millennium for hosting us.
Photo – view of Barcelona from the Hotel Rey Juan Carlos I
http://www.ellicishotels.com/
http://www.fairmont.com/
http://www.millenniumhotels.co.uk/
http://www.hotelrepublic.com/
http://www.lhw.com/
Nh Collection Eurobuilding In Madrid Using New 3D Holographic Technology
As well as this the NH Hotel Group’s on-going ‘Living Lab’ scheme aims to continue the forward thinking, technological approach. Currently being tested in four bedrooms at the NH Eurobuilding in Madrid include a bedside table that can wirelessly charge mobile devices and a video link that can connect guests to the hotel’s reception.
The hotel, which has 32 state-of-the-art meeting rooms able to accommodate anywhere from 10 to 1000 delegates, also has other new technology throughout the hotel including the second largest domed LED screen in the world, which can show bespoke images for corporate events.
As well as this the NH Hotel Group’s on-going ‘Living Lab’ scheme aims to continue the forward thinking, technological approach. Currently being tested in four bedrooms at the NH Eurobuilding in Madrid include a bedside table that can wirelessly charge mobile devices and a video link that can connect guests to the hotel’s reception.
The hotel, which has 32 state-of-the-art meeting rooms able to accommodate anywhere from 10 to 1000 delegates, also has other new technology throughout the hotel including the second largest domed LED screen in the world, which can show bespoke images for corporate events.
As well as this the NH Hotel Group’s on-going ‘Living Lab’ scheme aims to continue the forward thinking, technological approach. Currently being tested in four bedrooms at the NH Eurobuilding in Madrid include a bedside table that can wirelessly charge mobile devices and a video link that can connect guests to the hotel’s reception.
The hotel, which has 32 state-of-the-art meeting rooms able to accommodate anywhere from 10 to 1000 delegates, also has other new technology throughout the hotel including the second largest domed LED screen in the world, which can show bespoke images for corporate events.
As well as this the NH Hotel Group’s on-going ‘Living Lab’ scheme aims to continue the forward thinking, technological approach. Currently being tested in four bedrooms at the NH Eurobuilding in Madrid include a bedside table that can wirelessly charge mobile devices and a video link that can connect guests to the hotel’s reception.
The NH Collection Eurobuilding Hotel in Madrid is leading the way with technology at their hotel. The 4* hotel is one of four NH properties currently piloting a new 3D holographic telepresence system, with another 20 NH properties due to incorporate the technology into their hotels in the next year. This system will allow speakers and presenters to be streamed live, in real time, into the conference room from offsite multiple locations.
The hotel, which has 32 state-of-the-art meeting rooms able to accommodate anywhere from 10 to 1000 delegates, also has other new technology throughout the hotel including the second largest domed LED screen in the world, which can show bespoke images for corporate events.
As well as this the NH Hotel Group’s on-going ‘Living Lab’ scheme aims to continue the forward thinking, technological approach. Currently being tested in four bedrooms at the NH Eurobuilding in Madrid include a bedside table that can wirelessly charge mobile devices and a video link that can connect guests to the hotel’s reception.
The NH Collection Eurobuilding Hotel in Madrid is leading the way with technology at their hotel. The 4* hotel is one of four NH properties currently piloting a new 3D holographic telepresence system, with another 20 NH properties due to incorporate the technology into their hotels in the next year. This system will allow speakers and presenters to be streamed live, in real time, into the conference room from offsite multiple locations.
The hotel, which has 32 state-of-the-art meeting rooms able to accommodate anywhere from 10 to 1000 delegates, also has other new technology throughout the hotel including the second largest domed LED screen in the world, which can show bespoke images for corporate events.
As well as this the NH Hotel Group’s on-going ‘Living Lab’ scheme aims to continue the forward thinking, technological approach. Currently being tested in four bedrooms at the NH Eurobuilding in Madrid include a bedside table that can wirelessly charge mobile devices and a video link that can connect guests to the hotel’s reception.
New Hotel And New Flights For Lisbon
The Skyna Hotel is due to open in March 2015 in the Baixa district of Lisbon. It is a four-star hotel aimed at the business traveller, with 105 bedrooms and one meeting room that can be divided in to three sections.
Ryanair has announced six new routes from Lisbon which will start operating next year. The new destination are Hamburg, Bremen, Milan, Rome, Eindhoven and Warsaw. Flights on existing routes to London, Pisa, Manchester and Porto will be increased.
Europe’S Highest Hotel Opens
The Meliá Vienna opened on the 26th February 2014, in the Danube City (DC) Tower, making the property the highest hotel in Europe.
Designed by Parisian architect Dominique Perrault, the tower is 250 metres tall, and is currently Austria’s highest skyscraper. Behind the spectacular glass facade, guests will find calm, subdued colors, fine materials and a purist ambience. Across 15 floors the hotel boasts 253 exquisite bedrooms (including 40 suites and a 200 sqm Presidential Suite with 180 degree panoramic views). All are equipped with the latest technical equipment. Guests can enjoy a spectacular 360-degree view from the top of the tower and culinary delights in the “57 Restaurant & Lounge,” which occupies the top two floors of the DC Tower.
Courtesy of the Vienna Convention Bureau
Budapest Voted Best Value For Money
The list showing some of the awards that Budapest achieved over the past 12 months puts it high on the agenda as a destination well worth considering for your next conference or event.
Number 1 – Best value for money city in the world / 2014 -Tripadvisor
Number 2 – Best city in the world / 2013 – Conde Nast Traveller
Number 6 – Most popular European travel destination / 2014 – Travel and Leisure
Number 11 – Friendliest cities in the world / 2014 – Conde Nast Traveller
Number 17 – Conference city of the world / 2013 – ICCA
The Intercontinental Budapest has also been awarded Hungary’s Leading Business Hotel 2014, a prestigious award presented by the World Travel Awards TM and voted for by senior professionals working within the travel and tourism industry.
What’S New In Lisbon This Month
Hotel Britania, a Boutique Art Deco hotel in the centre of Lisbon has been recognised in Expedia’s Insider’s Select annual awards for exceptional customer service. The hotel dates from the 1940’s and was designed by the famous Portuguese modernist architect Cassiano Branco and is the only hotel of that period to have survived intact.
Helicopter tours over Lisbon are the latest tourism attraction. There are various options: regular, customized for any location in Portugal and thematic experiences. The service will operate from Lisbon’s heliport in the Port area and prices start from 35 euros.
TripAdvisor has awarded the Certificate of Excellence 2014 to the No.28 tram and the São Jorge Castle. Both are iconic symbols of Lisbon and great experiences.
News Of Luxury European Hotel Refurbishments
Similarly, two other luxury European venues have recently undergone major changes to the facilities and services that they offer. Forte Village Resort in Italy has seen its convention centre be completely redesigned, and now boasts a total of 18 conference rooms, and 4 large meetings rooms with impressive state-of-the-art technology features. Extra luxury accommodation has already been added, with further refurbishments to rooms scheduled for 2015, and two brand new restaurants will soon be opening.
Meanwhile Hotel Dubrovnik Palace in Croatia has been fully reopened as of April this year, following various renovations to its rooms and main restaurant, Elafiti. The new look of the rooms has been designed to reflect the coastline, which can be seen from every room and suite thanks to the private balconies offering a stunning view of the sea. As a meeting venue, there are 8 flexible conference and meeting rooms available.
We posted a blog back in May reporting on the extensive renovations and refurbishments made to the newly named Puente Romano Beach Resort Marbella, including an overhaul of its conference centre, and the transformations of its 8 restaurants, one of which being the two Michelin starred Dani Garcia Restaurante.
Similarly, two other luxury European venues have recently undergone major changes to the facilities and services that they offer. Forte Village Resort in Italy has seen its convention centre be completely redesigned, and now boasts a total of 18 conference rooms, and 4 large meetings rooms with impressive state-of-the-art technology features. Extra luxury accommodation has already been added, with further refurbishments to rooms scheduled for 2015, and two brand new restaurants will soon be opening.
Meanwhile Hotel Dubrovnik Palace in Croatia has been fully reopened as of April this year, following various renovations to its rooms and main restaurant, Elafiti. The new look of the rooms has been designed to reflect the coastline, which can be seen from every room and suite thanks to the private balconies offering a stunning view of the sea. As a meeting venue, there are 8 flexible conference and meeting rooms available.
We posted a blog back in May reporting on the extensive renovations and refurbishments made to the newly named Puente Romano Beach Resort Marbella, including an overhaul of its conference centre, and the transformations of its 8 restaurants, one of which being the two Michelin starred Dani Garcia Restaurante.
Similarly, two other luxury European venues have recently undergone major changes to the facilities and services that they offer. Forte Village Resort in Italy has seen its convention centre be completely redesigned, and now boasts a total of 18 conference rooms, and 4 large meetings rooms with impressive state-of-the-art technology features. Extra luxury accommodation has already been added, with further refurbishments to rooms scheduled for 2015, and two brand new restaurants will soon be opening.
Meanwhile Hotel Dubrovnik Palace in Croatia has been fully reopened as of April this year, following various renovations to its rooms and main restaurant, Elafiti. The new look of the rooms has been designed to reflect the coastline, which can be seen from every room and suite thanks to the private balconies offering a stunning view of the sea. As a meeting venue, there are 8 flexible conference and meeting rooms available.
New Las Vegas Hotel &Amp; Casino
Be among the first to book an event at the newest hotel in Las Vegas. Coming this August, the brand new SLS Las Vegas is a mixed-use resort and casino with more than 1,600 guest rooms and suites, and 30,000 sq ft of flexible meeting space. A stylish alternative to the Las Vegas Convention Center, SLS Las Vegas can host corporate luncheons and extravagant soirees and everything in between in its 16 meeting rooms. Other facilities include a collection of SBE’s acclaimed restaurant and nightlife brands including the restaurants The Bazaar by José André and Katsuya by Starck; multiple nightlife offerings; and high-end retail.
Exclusive Legendary Offers:
• 10 complimentary upgrades to Lux Tower rooms (all suites)
• $50,000 contracted revenue earns a one hour Hosted Wine and Champagne Reception
• $150,000 contracted revenue earns a complimentary One Day AM/PM Breaks Package
• $200,000 contracted revenue earns a private reception in the Sayers Club with in-house entertainment included
Courtesy of the Preferred Hotel Group 30/06/14
Portugal Tops The Awards
Portugal has been receiving a lot of international awards in the past few months and is a great destination for meetings and events. Take a quick look at the accolades …
Best European Country by readers of USA TODAY
“Much underrated Portugal has all the trappings of a pretty European country: cobbled villages beneath the shadows of medieval castles, sun-kissed beaches, a delectable culinary tradition and plenty of history to explore. Whether swimming in the turquoise waters of the Algarve, sipping a glass of port at a Porto cafe or listening to the melancholy lament of a fadista in Lisbon, Portugal’s understated beauty becomes obvious.”
http://goo.gl/pyB43f http://goo.gl/YP1Rm5
Number one country to travel to in 2014 by Condé Nast Traveler magazine (Spanish Edition)
“The Portuguese night, the tastiest coffees, the delight of fado, the cataplana or cod, wines … Portugal has remained true to its history and is deep into modernity.”
http://goo.gl/OwvKQO
Porto as best European destination by European Consumers Choice
“Porto is exceptional. In more ways than one. Elected Best European Destination 2014 by the european citizens, Porto, the “Cidade Invicta” (unvanquished city) is history, is architecture, culture, gastronomy, trade, encounters and discoveries.”
http://goo.gl/W0MzAM
10 of the world’s most underrated cities by CNN
“Lisbon is full of character and flanked by beautiful, un-crowded beaches, making it a good alternative to the touristy Algarve.”
http://goo.gl/j7CJk4
World’s top 20 places for the good life by The Telegraph
“Pretty Porto is a gourmet delight, serving everything from caldo verde, prince of cabbage soups, to spicy sausage dishes. All can be washed down by the wines of the Douro valley.”
http://goo.gl/xJIKuC