We are delighted to have received the Gold Award from Greengage ECOsmart Hotels and Venue accreditation in 2024! Working to become more environmentally sustainable is key to our commitment to responsible and ethical business practices at ISH. Caring for our planet also ties directly to...
Creating a comprehensive event budget is crucial for ensuring the optimal performance of any type of event. It serves as a financial roadmap, providing a clear view of all expenses and revenues associated with the event. By creating an effective event budget plan, organizers can...
There’s no denying the value of face-to-face interaction, and in-person events have been used for years to create meaningful connections and bring people together. However, with lockdowns, social distancing and the lack of confidence amongst attendees of in-person events, virtual events have soared in popularity...
What do your attendees think about your event? How about sponsors? Are they likely to support your event next year? What was the experience like for in-person versus virtual attendees at your hybrid event? It’s hard to measure how well an event went when you only...
When February comes around, one thing is clear: love is very much in the air. What better way to capture that feeling than by organising a themed event? There are so many great Valentine’s Day event ideas to be inspired by – from playing Cupid for...
There’s a lot to manage when planning an event, so it’s important to have a list of everything you need to include in your event management plan. The following is a general event planning checklist to help you get started. The top seven most important...
The events industry has seen many changes over time, especially in the last couple of years. As new technologies continue to disrupt how people experience events, the industry is reinvented to keep up with these improvements. From virtual and hybrid events to artificial intelligence, event...
Outstanding food is often the thing many attendees will remember from an event. Knowing what will appeal to a large and diverse group might seem impossible, but as a general rule, you want catering options that are delicious and definitely not ordinary. Food trends change constantly,...
It’s that time of year – you’re tasked with organising the big Christmas party. The venue is booked, the band is booked, the food is arranged, and the only thing remaining is the decoration. You’re looking at the big empty room and you need some...
The end of the year is a busy one for everyone, whether you’re selling, fundraising, or buying. And despite everyone’s best efforts, January comes much sooner than we ever want it to. That’s why, if you have any intentions of hosting an end-of-year event that...