Top London Hidden Attractions Revealed

There's so much more to London than palaces, gardens, and hotels; it has a very fun, playful side that most tourists overlook. "Visit the Queen's Royal Park and ride the London Eye," advises Amandeep Kukkar, Software Engineer of the Global Hospitality Services.

There's so much more to London than palaces, gardens, and hotels; it has a very fun, playful side that most tourists overlook. "Visit the Queen's Royal Park and ride the London Eye," advises Amandeep Kukkar, Software Engineer of the Global Hospitality Services.

There's so much more to London than palaces, gardens, and hotels; it has a very fun, playful side that most tourists overlook. "Visit the Queen's Royal Park and ride the London Eye," advises Amandeep Kukkar, Software Engineer of the Global Hospitality Services.

There's so much more to London than palaces, gardens, and hotels; it has a very fun, playful side that most tourists overlook. "Visit the Queen's Royal Park and ride the London Eye," advises Amandeep Kukkar, Software Engineer of the Global Hospitality Services.

There's so much more to London than palaces, gardens, and hotels; it has a very fun, playful side that most tourists overlook. "Visit the Queen's Royal Park and ride the London Eye," advises Amandeep Kukkar, Software Engineer of the Global Hospitality Services.

There's so much more to London than palaces, gardens, and hotels; it has a very fun, playful side that most tourists overlook. "Visit the Queen's Royal Park and ride the London Eye," advises Amandeep Kukkar, Software Engineer of the Global Hospitality Services.

There's so much more to London than palaces, gardens, and hotels; it has a very fun, playful side that most tourists overlook. "Visit the Queen's Royal Park and ride the London Eye," advises Amandeep Kukkar, Software Engineer of the Global Hospitality Services.

There's so much more to London than palaces, gardens, and hotels; it has a very fun, playful side that most tourists overlook. "Visit the Queen's Royal Park and ride the London Eye," advises Amandeep Kukkar, Software Engineer of the Global Hospitality Services.

There's so much more to London than palaces, gardens, and hotels; it has a very fun, playful side that most tourists overlook. "Visit the Queen's Royal Park and ride the London Eye," advises Amandeep Kukkar, Software Engineer of the Global Hospitality Services.

There's so much more to London than palaces, gardens, and hotels; it has a very fun, playful side that most tourists overlook. "Visit the Queen's Royal Park and ride the London Eye," advises Amandeep Kukkar, Software Engineer of the Global Hospitality Services.

There's so much more to London than palaces, gardens, and hotels; it has a very fun, playful side that most tourists overlook. "Visit the Queen's Royal Park and ride the London Eye," advises Amandeep Kukkar, Software Engineer of the Global Hospitality Services.

There's so much more to London than palaces, gardens, and hotels; it has a very fun, playful side that most tourists overlook. "Visit the Queen's Royal Park and ride the London Eye," advises Amandeep Kukkar, Software Engineer of the Global Hospitality Services.

There's so much more to London than palaces, gardens, and hotels; it has a very fun, playful side that most tourists overlook. "Visit the Queen's Royal Park and ride the London Eye," advises Amandeep Kukkar, Software Engineer of the Global Hospitality Services.

There's so much more to London than palaces, gardens, and hotels; it has a very fun, playful side that most tourists overlook. "Visit the Queen's Royal Park and ride the London Eye," advises Amandeep Kukkar, Software Engineer of the Global Hospitality Services.

There's so much more to London than palaces, gardens, and hotels; it has a very fun, playful side that most tourists overlook. "Visit the Queen's Royal Park and ride the London Eye," advises Amandeep Kukkar, Software Engineer of the Global Hospitality Services.

There's so much more to London than palaces, gardens, and hotels; it has a very fun, playful side that most tourists overlook. "Visit the Queen's Royal Park and ride the London Eye," advises Amandeep Kukkar, Software Engineer of the Global Hospitality Services.

There's so much more to London than palaces, gardens, and hotels; it has a very fun, playful side that most tourists overlook. "Visit the Queen's Royal Park and ride the London Eye," advises Amandeep Kukkar, Software Engineer of the Global Hospitality Services.

Worst Wedding Nightmares

Afraid to rest your eyes at night after all those dress fittings and venue visits? Trust us, you’re not alone -- check out these wedding nightmares from fellow sleepless brides.

Dress-less

"I kept dreaming that I was standing in my room in everything but my wedding dress…boots, garter, veil and unmentionables…but no dress. I kept on yelling, 'I can't get married today. I don't have a wedding dress!'" --rjwhitton

Bad Blowout

“I was forced to walk down the aisle with a Diana Ross-style Afro. Everyone kept telling me it was fine, that I was a beautiful bride, but I was horrified." -- Erin&Bill

Unfashionably Late

“I dreamt I was unshowered and dressed in hideous clothing when a friend would run over to me to tell me that I was late for the wedding and would have to get married as-is. I went through the painfully embarrassing ceremony in the dream every time and always woke up in a cold sweat!" -- maggiegran

http://www.buzzfeed.com/emilycleaton/10-wedding-nightmares-to-make-you-pee-your-pants-1dlk1

Grand Office Opening Party Ideas: Things to Remember

 

Opening a new office in London is a big and adventurous step for every entrepreneur. It implies that your business is on the upward swing. As such, it is good news; you should celebrate it with an office opening party. An office opening party is a great way to spread the word about your business ventures and to forge formidable relationships with your present and prospective clients.

However, planning assumes an utmost importance in corporate parties, whatever their nature may be. More so, if the party is related to your new business ventures in London. These parties can be a springboard for your business development. Choosing the best London corporate venues is not the only thing, which you have to do to make your office opening party a grand affair in London. There are some other factors too which you should keep in mind.

Formulate the Basics (Four Ws)

You should have a thorough knowledge of the four Ws i.e. Why, Who, When and Where.

Why: What is the objective of your office opening party? Do you want to strengthen the ties with your present business partners or you have potential partners in mind? Sorting this question in your mind will help you in identifying the potential invitees.

Who: As mentioned above, the invitees to your office party in London will depend on the objective of your party. Most probably, you will have both the present business partners and the prospective ones in your mind. Therefore, keep a list handy well in advance and plan according to it.

When: This is probably the most important thing to consider. You should keep in mind that your invitees are businesspersons. Therefore, plan your party between Tuesday and Thursday, as Monday and Friday are the busiest days of the week.

The time of your party should also be coordinated with your invitees’ schedule. The period between mid-mornings and mid-evenings is the best time to hold an office opening party as your invitees will have sufficient time to attend your affair.

Where: A corporate venue will be ideal for hosting your office opening party. Because it is a corporate affair, therefore, you should choose a venue, which has all the facilities coupled with the facility of an in-house catering and management staff. Corporate venues like Lion Court Conference Centre, Grand Connaught Rooms, The City of London Club and so on can be chosen for your corporate affair in London.

Make the Affair Fun-Filled

Having an office opening party does not mean that all the time at the party is devoted to the flattering praises for your ventures. This creates a negative perception about the company. Instead, inculcate the touch of festivity to your corporate affair. You can hire a DJ or may opt for some stand-up performers. This will ensure that your party does not bore your invitees.

Appreciate the Time Given by your Invitees

Let the centre of your party be your business partners and not your company. Handing down some promotional incentives will go a long way in securing goodwill amongst your partners especially the potential ones. You can give discount coupons to your invitees. However, make sure that your business cards are placed on the samples and the coupons.

Office opening party is a great way to strike new business alliances. Take a clue from these ideas and make sure that your affair results in new business opportunities for your company.

Historic Buildings as Conference Venues in London

London is the city of palaces, castles, and buildings of historic significance. Since the city was under the monarchical rule for so long, abundance of historic buildings comes as a no surprise. In fact, some of these historic buildings are in such a good shape that they are used as London conference venues. Apart from being palatial, these historic venues offer splendid, state of the art facilities and comfort. The next time you plan to host a conference in London do consider these regal venues.

The Brewery
This historic, Grade II listed building boasts six extravagantly designed rooms, each filled with historic character and force. With a diverse range of capacity (from 60 to 1000), this venue can easefully hold corporate affair of any character. Whether you want to hold a conference or plan a successful business networking event in London, this venue can pull off every event quite smoothly. Excellent facilities like an integrated DB audio PA system in each room, free Wi-Fi services, in-house catering, and an organised event management team are ideal for your corporate affair. In addition to this, the venue is well connected through a sprawling road and public transport network.

Gibson Hall
A historic bank building reflecting classical elegance, Gibson Hall is located in the heart of the City of London. The three spaces (Garden Room, Main Hall and the Garden), can be hired for holding your conference. The Main Hall has the maximum capacity of 600. Apart from it, this venue comes with facilities like excellent sound systems, in-house catering, and AV. As far as meal aspect goes, the award winning caterers Kudos are the onsite caterers, providing delicious British, International  cuisines to your delegates.
 
Skinners’ Hall
This celebrated ancient monument has two rooms, The Great Hall and the Old Court Room. The Great Hall is ideal for holding conferences. With a maximum capacity of 170, this hall boasts of facilities like in-house catering, sound systems, outside spaces, in house staff, and lighting specialists. Being fairly close to the Mansion House tube station is also a comforting aspect to the attendees. The in house caterer here serves mainly International cuisines made from the best produce. So, quality is not an issue here.

These historical buildings are not only rich in history but also rich in facilities. Hire one of these venues and make your conference successful and historic both.

Best Halls for Hire for your Conference in London

A conference is usually a meeting of several people discussing a particular topic. As such, it is a formal affair; therefore, your hired venue should reflect that sense of formality and seriousness. And what better place to hold your conference than halls. These London conference venues, apart from being quite spacious, provide you exceptional facilities to make your conference a successful affair. Hire from the halls given below and give your conference the right amount of formality and significance.

Lion Court Conference Centre
25 Procter Street, WC1V 6NY
Conveniently located (just a 2 minutes’ walk from the Holborn tube station), Lion Court Conference Centre is one of the best conference centres in the city. There are 22 various sized meeting rooms apt for 2 to 100 delegates. As far as catering aspect is concerned, this service is quite impressive too. The menu includes both vegetarian and non-vegetarian meals, whereas drinks include champagne, bottled beers and spirits. Free internet access, light projector and the availability of the state-of-the-art equipment makes it an ideal place for holding conferences.

Watermen and Lightermens Hall
18 St Mary-at-Hill London, EC 3R, 8EE
Want to take your conference to an eighteenth century old Georgian construction? Then hire Watermen and Lightermens Hall. This architectural wonder is well equipped with Wi-Fi and full AV equipment. Although all the rooms of this hall are quite good, the Freeman’s Room is the best place to hold a conference here. With its timeless grace and the availability of all the modern facilities, Freeman’s Room is ideal for holding your corporate affair. Recently, INN or OUT has joined this elegant place to be its catering partner. Therefore, catering wise too, you will get the best possible experience. Located ideally in the heart of the city, the nearest tube station to this venue is the Monument. So, if you are looking for an elegant, easily accessible, and comforting conference venue, book this hall.

Venues can either make or break your conference. Hire from the venues mentioned above. The facilities here will make sure that your conference is a successful affair.

Give Your Meetings a Twist with Unusual Corporate Venues in London

Corporate meetings can be a monotonous affair. The dull ambience, the inherent formality of the usual venues, infuses boredom in every attendee. If you want to give your meeting a unique feel, then book with unusual corporate meeting venues in London. In addition to providing your audience with an air of rejuvenation, these venues also boast of excellent facilities. Here is the list of some of the venues where you can find a perfect mix of quirkiness and remarkable facilities.

HMS Belfast

It is an ex-royal navy cruiser, now transformed into a museum. It is anchored at the Thames River, offering some swooning, panoramic views. Two decks and two function rooms added with boardroom facility makes it an ideal for holding corporate meeting. Book this venue and enrich your official chore with a fresh new air of rejuvenation loaded with the unceasing freshness of the Thames.

Tower Bridge and Walkway

Adding an unparalleled charisma to your meeting is not an impossible task with this venue. Set 45 metres above the river Thames, the 4 astonishing spaces add that “wow” factor to your official meeting. The North tower lounge especially is a magical space. The nerve soothing ambient lighting here suffuses you and your audience with an ethereal calmness. Hire any one of the four mesmerising spaces of this venue and add that scintillating touch to your dull corporate affair.

Little Ship club

The name of this place may seem quite paradoxical in comparison to the heights of fame it has achieved. It is quite a popular venue for private and corporate affairs. Enrich your meetings with a dollop of historical splendour and chic charm. Supplementing your meeting would be excellent facilities of this venue. Carrying out a corporate meeting at this venue would be as imposing as carrying out a royal meeting. With boardroom facilities available in almost all of the rooms here and a dedicated staff, your meeting will run as smoothly as the waters of river Thames.

Hire with these unusual meeting venues in London and give your corporate affairs a quirky punch.

Vital Tips to Select Ideal London Conference Venues

The success of your conference depends on so many things. Selecting an ideal conference venue is also an important aspect to that. Very often, we discard this aspect, considering it as quite trivial in comparison to other big things. However, it should not be the case. A perfect venue can add that right amount of sophistication to your corporate meeting. Here are some things you should keep in mind while selecting the venue for your conference.

Ideal Location
Your conference venue should be centrally located and conveniently connected through the public transport system. So many business event venues in London are located in the heart of the city and are easily accessible. Book those venues, as they will impart minimum discomfort to the attendees coming to the conference.

Number of People Attending
Before booking a venue in London, keep in mind the number of people who will be attending the conference. A small venue for a large number of people can drown your reputation. Therefore, it is better to keep a count on this.

Equipment Facilities at the Venue
Thoroughly check for the vitalities of the equipment facilities. A conference, as we all know, is a formal event with lot of discussions accompanying it. The venue with latest sound equipment, overhead projectors, and state-of-the-art AV facilities is the most desirable one.

Staff Mannerism
Many corporate often ignore this. However, it is of prime importance. If the invitees to your conference are not satisfied by the hospitality of the venue staff, then they might not want to attend your next conference. Therefore, do make sure that the venue where you are planning to host your conference has hospitable staffs, which serve the attendees in the most pleasing manner.

Venues can make or break your conference. Keep in mind these aspects before you choose a venue for your conference.