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Top tips for organising group travel
Recent research conducted by Good Travel Management looks at the top 5 tips for executing a successful group travel plan.
5 ways to incorporate DEI into large-scale events
Large-scale events have an extensive planning process, meaning DEI can sometimes get sidelined as a nice-to-have. Here are some top tips for making sure inclusion is included.
10 reasons to attend The Meetings Show 2023
The event app is live, hundreds of appointments have been pre-booked, and The Meetings Show 2023 is now just a few days away…
Charting a course for a more diverse sector with REACH
Recipients of the REACH scholarship and industry leading supporters explain why the programme is important as part of the long-term change required for a fully representative workforce.
Best MICE destinations according to AI
A recent study by Forbes Advisor surveyed each AI platform to find out the best European destinations for 2023…
Head of Events on the Olympic Homecoming and ITV’s New Years Eve Show
TBI Media discusses how 20 years of local radio led to producing the Queen’s Jubilee and multi-artist arena shows.
5 reasons employees now picking events over holidays
According to hot new research, a fifth of Brits prefer spending their annual leave on events rather than jet-setting holidays.
Record-breaking numbers at the weekend’s star-studded Borders Book Festival
A packed programme of stars from the worlds of stage and screen, current affairs, politics, literature, and sport, as well as four sun-drenched days, brought the crowds flocking at the weekend to the Borders Book Festival in Melrose, in the Scottish Borders. A record-breaking footfall of almost 40,000 came through the gates of Harmony Garden, a huge 23% increase on last year, whilst ticket and book sales were up by 13%. Events over the four days were well attended, with almost a third sold-out, demonstrating audience confidence and an appetite for live events has, at long last, returned following the years of the Covid-19 pandemic.
Behind the scenes at the Royal Highland Show build
The Royal Highland Show is an annual showcase for rural and agricultural products, produce and lifestyle. As the largest agricultural show in Scotland, the event draws enthusiasts and industry professionals from far and wide to the magnificent Royal Highland Centre in Scotland. Locally based Field & Lawn Ltd are responsible for the monumental task of constructing a remarkable array of marquees and temporary structures for the event. Building around 14,000m2 (3.5 acres) of covered space.
HebCelt Islands Stage to have zero carbon footprint for second year
HebCelt will once again be significantly powered by green hydrogen thanks to funding from EventScotland’s National Events Programme, as it continues its commitment to sustainability and innovation. Recently named one of the top 10 sustainable events in Europe, 2022 saw the festival utilise PlusZero’s innovative technology for the first time, with the Islands Stage in the main arena powered by zero-emissions energy during the three day event.
BBC Studios’ Executive Producer announced for Festival of Forums
The Eurovision Song Contest’s Executive Producer will open a Q&A keynote on the 5th July at C&IT’s inaugural Festival of Forums.
In Pictures: C&IT Corporate A-List Awards 2023
The C&IT Corporate A-List 2023 winners gathered in London recently to celebrate and receive their awards.
What Boomers, Millennials and Gen Z look for in a MICE trip
A new survey reveals what the different generations want from their MICE trip itinerary.
9 reasons why event websites are crucial
Bespoke event websites make your event accessible to your audience as well as keeping your attendees engaged with your event, says First Event.
In Pictures: Incentive A-List 2023 Awards
Here’a a look at The C&IT Incentive A-List 2023 party, where winners gathered in London to celebrate and receive their awards.
Spotlight’s Head of Events discusses working with Jennifer Saunders and partying with actors
The biggest casting platform used by actors and casting directors across the UK discusses celebrity hosts, inclusivity and how events are in fact a performance.
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