When it comes to planning a conference or event, there are other aspects to consider.
Once we have found a suitable venue for your event, you may wish to contact the following suppliers to obtain quotes for their services.
Destination Management Company
pilipalatravel.com
Pili Pala are incoming agents that assist you with all ground handling activity in Wales. We arrange transportation to and from Great Britain for your guests by plane, ferry, Eurostar or coach. Locally our destination specialists take care of accommodation bookings, onward transport, sightseeing, activities, event visits and culinary highlights. Pili Pala designs themed sightseeing, self-drive and cultural tours as well as activity based or pure relaxation holidays, according to our clients' requirements. Whether you have a group or individuals interested in travelling to Wales, Pili Pala will make it happen.
- Pili Pala provides a booking service for flights, ferries and coaches, for accommodations, tours, activities, attractions, events and theatre tickets in Wales. We also arrange for time in London and South England en-route.
- Pili Pala operates a number of pre-organised group tours in Wales on fixed departure days throughout the year (in English, Welsh and German language).
- Pili Pala handles enquiries for bespoke tours from the initial supplier sourcing, itinerary planning and quoting process up to the organising and operating of the tours. Pili Pala tours can be tailor-made for groups and individuals alike.
- Pili Pala offers Meet and Greet Services in England and Wales (service available in English, Welsh and German language).
- Pili Pala offers guiding services in English, Welsh and German language.
Caterers
sugarloafcatering.co.uk
Sugarloaf Catering is a family run company based in Abergavenny, we can provide a range of menus and products aimed at people who enjoy good food but haven't got the time to make it. The company is owned by Mark & Claire Coulton and we have been trading since March 2005. Mark has over 18 years experience as a chef and met Claire in the early 1990's while working for Franco Taruschio at the celebrated Walnut Tree Inn.
About four years ago we identified that there was a gap in the market for a company providing good quality meals made from local produce as an alternative to the mass produced meals sold in supermarkets. It was then that we developed the idea and with the contacts Mark had with local suppliers, started developing a range of dishes using the best produce.
Our philosophy is to support the local economy where possible so if we can't buy a product from a local producer we will buy it from an independent local retailer. We also support the local economy by selling our products to customers at Abergavenny and Usk Farmers Markets as well as from our kitchens at Saint Michaels Centre in Abergavenny.
Besides producing ready prepared meals we have also diversified into other catering services and can offer buffets, dinner parties & children's party food delivered directly to your door. We also cater for weddings, christenings, parties and funerals. Or for special occasions you can hire Mark to come & cook your dinner party for you. For larger functions we can now provide bar services and can usually provide all the equipment needed. We can supply all linen, crockery, cutlery & glasses for functions up to 200 people.
If you are looking for unusual gifts we can supply personalised gift vouchers for any amount.
Overall Sugarloaf Catering can offer a range of products & menus of high quality with a personal service.
Event Production & AV Services
genero-productions.co.uk
Genero is a one stop solution for your client's event production and staging. We specialise in crafting live events and will help bring your services, products, brand, vision and values to life. Our services can be tailored to meet your exacting requirements from the delivery of an exhibition display or plasma screen hire, to the planning, production and delivery of your client's annual conference.
We will pull together end-to-end solutions, from event theming, brand awareness and creative design to the supply of set and stage, projection, lighting, sound, communication and presentation equipment.
Tour Guiding
walestourguides.com
Members are the only guides officially recognised by Visit Wales to guide in Wales.
Many have the prestigious 'Blue Badge' guide qualification, a mark of quality, expertise and, for over 50 years, the model for guide training courses worldwide. Others operate under the 'Green Badge', a qualification of similar standing, but restricted to a specific region of Wales.
All have undergone extensive training, passing both practical and academic guiding examinations.
They are people, from all walks of life, with a great interest in the past, present & future of Wales.
Members must adhere to a 'code of conduct' and will negotiate their own guide fees. They offer the professionalism to represent your organisation with clients.
They know the 'hidden gems' normally found only by locals, and provide you with fun and enlightening commentaries.
