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28th May 201928th May 2019

Radisson Hotel Group launches incentives offering for event industry

The hotel group’s five-year plan includes the ambition of becoming the market leaders in the meetings and events industry.

An important components is Radisson Rewards for Business, the group’s loyalty program for event planners. Members can earn points toward rewards for all bookings at all Radisson Hotel Group brands.

Eric De Neef, Radisson Hotel Group’s executive vice president and global chief commercial officer stated that the offering was in response to changing market trends and expectations.

“We are investing in our meeting venues at our 1,100+ hotels worldwide, in training of our teams, and in technology. A state-of-the-art IT infrastructure and distribution platform are core elements helping us to deliver our brand promise. Finally, all Radisson Meetings are carbon neutral – we are the only hotel group worldwide to automatically offset any carbon footprint at no cost to our customers.”

Excellent customer service is one of the factors that matters most to event planners when selecting a venue.

To this end, the hotel group to making a multi-million investment across its portfolio in new audio-visual technology and improved facilities. Implementation has already been completed in 55 properties across 11 countries in EMEA and will be progressively rolled out globally across the group’s portfolio by the end of the five-year operating plan in 2021.

Sustainability is also a key area, and Radisson Hotel Group has teamed up with FirstClimate, one of the largest carbon offsetting organisations in the world.

For each meeting, the carbon footprint is calculated and then offset through First Climate by supporting projects that combat climate change and have a positive sustainable development contribution in Peru, Kenya, and India or invest in wind energy in Turkey and the USA.

Radisson currently has 500 hotels in their portfolio, across 80 countries in Europe, the Middle East and Africa. Half of the portfolio is in emerging markets such as Africa, the Middle East and Russia, whilst the other half is in mature markets such as the UK, Germany, France, Spain, Italy and Scandinavia.

23rd May 2019

Meet Bristol launches new incentive travel campaign

Meet Bristol has launched a new incentive travel digital campaign aiming to bring new business to the city.

Ranging from lemur feeding and cemetery tours to chocolate workshops and futuristic farming, the city’s convention bureau has added more than 100 incentive experiences to its website.

The campaign comes after the bureau observed an increased demand for second tier destinations to present bookable experiences with a creative flair for the incentive travel market, reflecting the destination’s passion and style.

Kathryn Davis, head of tourism at Destination Bristol, said: “Bristol is open for business and the region continues to develop its offer to the corporate and association markets. This campaign focusses on the more unusual opportunities for incentive travel, including many unique to Bristol. By providing a wide range of experiences, event organisers can select those of interest and combine them with meetings to develop exciting and innovating programmes.”

The Bristol incentives website invites visitors to discover a range of Bristol-bred activities, with experiences divided into eight categories.

Uniquely Bristol includes hard-hat tours of the hidden vaults at the Clifton Suspension Bridge, behind-the-scenes theatre tours at Bristol Old Vic and a peek at the University of Bristol’s ornate 18th century gardens at Goldney Hall.

The other seven categories are Food and Drink, Creative Experiences, Luxury Experiences, Culture, Outdoors, Accommodation Experiences and Beyond Bristol.

These offer the chance to explore a host of venues across the city and wider region, including The New Room, the oldest Methodist building in the world; Brunel’s SS Great Britain, the world’s first luxury cruise liner dating back to 1843; and sailing on The Matthew, a replica of the 15th century ship that John Cabot sailed from Bristol to discover North America.

Other incentive experiences available include the opportunity to spend the night in an ‘industrial designer apartment’ or in a rooftop retro caravan; stay in a floating hostel, sleep in the UK’s largest four-poster bed or ‘get close to the animals’ at Wild Place Project’s Camp Baboon.

12th February 201912th February 2019

New partnership between London and Paris for joint incentive experience

The official convention bureau for London and Paris have announced a new partnership which they claim will see the two cities working together for the first time to deliver a “unique two-in-one incentive trip”.

The agreement is aimed at inspiring North American incentive buyers to book a 2-in-1 trip for their clients.

The itineraries have been curated to showcase how easy it is to enjoy both cities in one incentive trip and includes an official partnership with Eurostar.

Joshua Novick, VP Business Tourism at London Convention Bureau said: “London and Paris are two of the world’s top business and leisure travel destinations, making this a really powerful offer for incentive planners. With so many great hotels, cultural attractions, parks, restaurants and experiences, we are excited to be able to bring such a unique incentive offering to the market. London is open to collaboration with other likeminded, global cities and by working together as we are doing in this way, we can offer a once-in-a-lifetime incentive travel experience that allows delegates to experience two amazing cities in one epic trip.”

Corinne Menegaux, general manager of the Paris Convention and Visitors Bureau added: “Paris & London are an ideal 2-in-1 destination to hold a conference or an incentive. These cities are internationally renowned for numerous reasons such as the quality of their infrastructures, their trendy hotels and innovative activities. Both cities combine leisure & business attractions that are the keys to successful events and they have a constantly evolving offer to make the ‘Old World’ very attractive! If you’re looking for an unusual place to organize a meeting or a dinner, the two capitals are available for private hire, with a wide range of venues ranging from iconic museums to cutting-edge galleries and revolutionary conference centres.”

Inge Bauwens, lead sales manager, Eurostar concluded: “It’s easy to fit the best of London and Paris in to a single trip, with a seamless Eurostar journey between the two cities in just over two hours. For those looking to make the journey even more enjoyable, groups that have booked an entire coach can add an exclusive experience on board, with themes ranging from food and drink to arts and culture available to entertain guests whilst they travel.”

7th November 20182nd December 2018

Greetings from The Barcelona EDITION

Having just opened this summer The Barcelona EDITION is thrilled to be welcoming their first guests through their doors and having a lot of fun doing so!

At The Barcelona EDITION, they can host an array of events including product launches, board meetings, incentives & social parties. With 5 spaces welcoming from 10 to 130 guests.

Here’s a sneak peak into some of the event space they have available…

PUNCH ROOM – The Barcelona EDITION

A fresh incarnation of The London EDITION’s award-winning Punch Room occupies the mezzanine floor. This space is adapted seamlessly to suit the Barcelona zeitgeist, with daily punch tasters and a creative menu using local spirits and ingredients.

During the day, Punch Room is a fantastic space for guests looking for a unique meeting experience. Welcoming up to 40 people sitting in lounge style (20 sitting in lounge style with screen) or 60 standing.

THE ROOF – The Barcelona EDITION

Located on the 10th floor, The Roof, offers an unparalleled panoramic view over the city and offers food and drinks throughout the day. The kitchen offers small plates of light, flavorful Latin-American dishes with an Asian influence. All designed to be shared and enjoyed amongst friends or colleagues.

For the cooler or rainy days, service continues as the glass sliding walls come to a close to offer guests one of the only year-round rooftops in Barcelona. The Roof can welcome up to 45 people for welcome receptions, cocktails or celebrations.

BAR VERAZ – The Barcelona EDITION

The restaurant offers all-day dining with a focus on Mediterranean fare, focusing on the freshest, seasonal ingredients to attract not only residents, but locals alike. Bar Veraz acts to unite the hotel’s reception with an informal all-day dining restaurant.

Overseen by executive chef and founder of the global movement ‘Cooking in Motion’, Sebastian Mazzola, formerly of Adria’s Tickets, Pakta and Bodega 1900. Bar Veraz can welcome parties of up to 25 people for receptions or 20 guests for lunch or dinner. Larger groups on request.

PENTHOUSES – The Barcelona EDITION

The penthouses are located on the 9th floor with expansive Santa Caterina market rooftop view and the Barcelona skyline. They feature private terraces furnished with dinning and lounge areas, spacious bedroom and a separate custom furnished living room. The fully equipped kitchenette even comes with a separate service entrance.

They welcome up to 8 people in boardroom, lunch or dinner or 25-30 people for drinks receptions and cocktails. With connecting options available, private events can encompass our entire 9th floor.

CABARET – The Barcelona EDITION

Cabaret is more than a restaurant, a supper club with a sultry lounge area, an impressive cocktail bar and a superior food experience based around a tasting menu concept. The long, velvet curtains at the far end of the dining room will be drawn back to reveal the stage, framed by a large archway and ready to expose the night’s entertainment. Anything from the hottest DJs and internationally renowned performers, playing out into the early hours of the morning.

Perfect for incentives, celebrations or product launches. Cabaret can welcome up to 80 people for lunch or dinner or 130 standing for parties and celebrations.

Find out more on EDITION Hotels here.

2nd November 20182nd December 2018

3 new hotels to watch out for in 2019

From discreet meetings in Paris and medical conferences in Amsterdam, to incentives in the South of France, the Far East, the Caribbean and beyond, Amplified Hotels represent hotels and brands who have the know-how to make your event a success and excited to announce 3 new hotels planned for 2019…

#1 Club Med Magna Marbella

From next summer, Club Med returns to Spain. Event planners can look forward to a ballroom for almost 900 delegates with two outdoor terraces, a dedicated events hub, 7 meeting rooms and almost 500 bedrooms. All set within 14 hectares of lush gardens at the heart of the Costa del Sol.

Fly to Malaga Airport Costa del Sol (AGP) – 40 minutes

#2 Leonardo Royal Amsterdam

Few hotels in Amsterdam can boast a ballroom that can seat almost 800 people, with 6 metre high ceilings, natural daylight and an adjoining outdoor terrace. In total, the new Leonardo Royal Amsterdam will offer 11 meeting rooms and 490 bedrooms. Opens April 2019.

Fly to Amsterdam Schiphol Airport (AMS) – 20 minutes

#3 Club Med Les Arcs Panorama

Set within one of the world’s largest ski areas, Club Med Les Arcs Panorama will open for winter and summer incentives from December. Surrounded by forest in the Tarentaise valley, the 4T resort will also feature an exclusive luxury 5T space – le Belvédère.

Fly to Geneva Airport (GVA) – 150 minutes