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Welcome to the latest edition of the Inntel Innsider. You’ll find details on the latest business travel news, industry insights, event highlights and venue inspiration, including our Instant Book Meetings venue of the month.
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easyJet has announced a new route between Belfast City Airport and London Southend Airport, launching on 25th October 2026. The service will operate three times a week, further strengthening domestic connectivity from Belfast City.
Virgin Atlantic has introduced mandatory autism awareness training for all cabin crew in partnership with Autism Double-Checked. The programme is designed to help staff better support autistic passengers by recognising sensory sensitivities, adapting communication styles and providing reassurance throughout the in-flight experience.
IHG Hotels & Resorts has announced the signing of Canary Riverside Plaza, Vignette Collection – the brand’s first hotel in London. Opening in summer 2026, the 142-room property will bring premium accommodation, flexible event space for up to 200 guests, and riverside views to the heart of Canary Wharf.
More than 200 students attended the inaugural Generation BTA LIVE event in Manchester, designed to showcase the wide range of career opportunities available across the business travel sector. Featuring travel management companies, hotels, airlines and industry professionals, the event gave students valuable insight into the diverse roles, career pathways and future opportunities available within the industry.
Organisations now have a rare opportunity to host events inside the iconic BT Tower before it leaves the BT family. With exclusive access to the famous revolving restaurant, private event spaces and panoramic views across London, the venue offers a once-in-a-generation setting for memorable meetings, dinners and celebrations.
Interested in hosting an event at this landmark venue? Speak to Inntel’s Meetings & Events team to explore availability and discover how we can help bring your event to life.
Clermont Hotel Group has unveiled the newly refurbished Tower Suite at The Tower Hotel London. Located beside Tower Bridge, the venue offers stunning skyline views, a private entrance and capacity for up to 500 guests, making it ideal for conferences, gala dinners, product launches and celebrations. The refurbishment includes enhanced AV technology, digital signage and flexible production capabilities, giving organisers greater scope to create immersive event experiences. The relaunch forms part of a wider investment programme across the hotel, including upgrades to guest rooms, public spaces and food and beverage offerings.
Located near Warrington, the M56 and Manchester Airport, Park Royal offers 146 bedrooms and 15 meeting spaces. Available through Instant Book Meetings are the Willow Suite, which accommodates up to 40 delegates, and the Tatton and Ash boardrooms, ideal for smaller meetings of up to 18 and 20 attendees respectively.
Book this venue in just a few clicks via our Instant Book Meetings platform.
From defining your brief to uncovering hidden gems, Sharon Bannister, Inntel’s Head of MICE Sales & Account Management, shares her advice on making venue sourcing simpler, faster and more effective. Click here to read the blog.
With excellent transport links, a thriving business community and a wide range of event spaces, Leeds is a popular choice for corporate events of all sizes. In our latest blog, we highlight some of the city’s top conference and team-building venues, from landmark hotels and dedicated conference centres to unique spaces such as the Royal Armouries Museum and First Direct Arena. Whether you’re planning a residential conference, training event or team-building activity, discover our top venue recommendations. Click here to read.
In the meantime, if you’d like to explore how we help organisations meet, travel and rest better – we’d love to hear from you.