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Fun Events Corporate Services Limited
Choice of The Professional
We define fun events as "shared memorable group activities"
that "enhance greater communication" between all participants |
Note: Funevents.Com and Samson Travel are trading divisions of Fun Events Corporate Services Limited. We aim to offer a complete global event service by helping design unique creative proposals that create a fun and memorable experiences for all delegates. Our proposals are obligation free thus allowing any key decision makers the freedom of choice and availability.
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We have over 20 years experience in organised group activities |
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We always tailor events to meet client requirements |
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We offer a fast friendly and professional service |
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We handle Itineraries from the UK, mainland Europe and other worldwide destinations as far a field as Australia |
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Our buying power enables you the client to get the best Competitive Quote |
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Our in-house travel centre is a member of the Association of British Travel Agents (ABTA). We are also accredited agents of IATA,(This allows us to issue flight tickets) |
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We are members of the Meeting Industry Association that was set up to ensure we are regulated and offer best practice to all our clients |
We are always making a concerted effort to maintain high standards and professional work practices that complement the goals set by our clients. We are also aware that it's the final results that really count !
References are always available from any of our previous clients.
We have outlined the following in particular categories in-order to help you establish a better understanding on what we can offer.
Thank you. |
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Packaged Itineraries - events
Why do so many events differ in price? |
The secret is finding a venue that offers the right rate. Quite often, its not the event that fluctuates in price but the venue's own rates charged for room hire, otherwise known as a daily delegate rate (DDR). The DDR may vary between £35 per person to over £100 per person. These rates vary due to venue location, star rating and of course the venues own pre-set rates.. When you are talking about twenty, thirty or more delegates, its not hard to see where this saving can be made, by either negotiating or even looking to consider an alternative venue at a cheaper price.
Factors that influence the price for things like team building & conference events are mainly (1) Location, (2) Total Number of People, (3) Duration of event being staged/hosted (4) Time of year the event is being held, and of course... (5) Client Budget...
As we are used to sourcing suitable venues and negotiating special rates on behalf of all clients, often when selecting multiple activities, it may be more economical for Funevents.Com to offer a fix cost within a given package, thus offering one price. All final costs will be based on per person costs excluding VAT (Please note, that Its our buying power that always enables you to get the best price !) |
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Fees charged on Group Incentive Packages
What fees do you charge to organise a group incentive proposal ? |
We at Fun Events believe that it is a better to have an open policy on fees. Our fees for organising a tailor-made logistical packages comprising of a full travel itinerary (air tickets), accommodation, all entertainment including site seeing and team building activities, airport transfers both sides, and any conference and meeting requirements is set at only 15% plus VAT |
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We thought that we don't need your service anymore, as you provided what "we" needed on your web site. . .
But... why did our event fall flat . . .? |
Our office is always helpful in offering assistance to anyone planning an event regardless of location. We do remind everyone to note:... "Having the right ingredients to make a cake does not guarantee its perfection !". Planning large scale events are a little similar in that without someone to co-ordinate the whole project, you will often have (from our experience) a mix of timings between with artistes, performers, production teams and even set designers who will no doubtlessly be helplessly looking at someone on-site for some kind of event direction. There is a good reason we have many repeat clients that trust us.
Contact: Admin Team at Funevents.Com |
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Team Building, Confidence & Motivational Activities
Can the tax man pay for this...
We are looking at encouraging our existing departments to bond together and enhance communication between offices and are Team Building events classed as Entertainment or Training ? |
Team Building events are classed as training activities geared to enhance working relationships between employees within any given department . There are no restrictions as the value one can place on training so long as corporations can justify that the event is staff bonding related.
Team Building is a specialised resource that looks in to the world of corporate development and communication. Our aim being enhance better productivity within your work place. Having dealt with various management consultants and key players within today's industry, our advise on team bonding has proved to work successfully to their advantage. Why not take a closer look at our Team Building section as it looks at various key ideas that may even help you! The minimum number accepted for any team building event is 10 people.
Go To: Team Building |
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Corporate Hospitality
We are looking at organising some hospitality at a sporting event for some of our clients, we want someone to organise the whole days agenda. Where do we start? |
Our Corporate Hospitality section has a list of some recent event fixtures. Ideal for planning your next event. As we often design bespoke events, our suggestion would be for clients to recommend to us what type of activity they prefer. Our office will only be too pleased to offer a tailored package that will leave YOU pleasantly surprised. Our job is to make the whole event very memorable.
Go To: Corporate Hospitality Section |
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Tailored Group Travel & Overseas Incentives
Worldwide Programs
Can you assist us in organising a fun event for our staff. We need to find a suitable conference venue with accommodation and possible breakout rooms , we also need help to plan the evening entertainment or perhaps create some fun activities for the group? Above all... It must be fun ! |
With regular communication between partnership offices worldwide, we can provide detailed incentive travel programmes that are specifically tailored for your group. Group sizes can start from as little as 10. With us you receive a range of exciting agendas that average tourists never see. ( Fun comes as standard ! )
Go To: Group Incentive Travel |
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How can I get your services at reduced costs?
Our company has a restricted budget and really liked what your company offers, would it be possible for us to establish a working relationship where we can benefit from each other ? |
We are always happy to oblige within reason, so we would at times consider arranging a contra deal whereby a proportion of the event costs may be off-set against goods or services being provided by the company looking to use our service. We always like to try and establish a win win situation. For further details, please contact our events dept. Unfortunately we can can not offer any service absolutely free.!
Contact: Admin Team at Funevents.Com |
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Airline Ticketing and Accommodations Quotes via Samson Travel Online
Do you have an On-line Web site where I may see various travel packages for our group and does this contain any special rates ? |
We like many other professional event advisors do carry an on-line search facility where you can get access to various worldwide travel packages at special rates. Our travel division namely "Samson travel" would be more than happy to offer any assistance. Please note that packages currently displayed on the Samson travel web site are geared towards the private leisure consumer rather than the corporate market. We request that any group enquiries be handled on a direct one to one basis through a qualified travel professional.
Go To: Samson Travel On-line |
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FREE Venue Finding Service - Conferences & Meetings
Can you find me a venue where we can have our next sales conference. I want a venue with accommodation. We have some prices already but would be even happier if you are able to save us even more money. |
We are able to offer our clients a comprehensive and FREE venue finding service; Our aim being to simply find venues that match specific event requirements and individual needs. We also aim to help you buy ensuring that you get to pay the lowest prices and the beauty is, that our venue finding service will cost you nothing!
We save you time and money.
Contact: Admin Team at Funevents.Com |
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Artistes and Performers - WORLDWIDE
We have already organised our event but require a magician, perhaps a cartoonist. What do you think will best improve our event and make it better than the year before ? |
Over the years we have managed to build a database of various acts worldwide that have made us look good. These individuals have shown talent and performed at various locations around the globe. They have earned success in their own right and in doing so, have also helped us expand our corporate brand awareness within the events business. If they can make us look good........ imagine what they can do for you !
Go To: Artistes & Performer Section |
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Hire Supplies That Enhance Corporate Events
I have been asked to organise our company fun day? We are looking at hiring some games that will enhance team spirits like, perhaps a large Jenga and a human table football. We may also need to theme the area with balloons buntings and banners. |
With an extensive supply of corporate equipment at hand, we confident enough to be able to offer a unique service that can enhance any event.
Go To: Equipment & Supplies |
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Pre-event Site Visits
I have been asked to look in to organising an overseas conference, I need someone that understands events, to go to several locations and report back real time with various pictures and video clips via the Internet so I can plan the logistics of the conference with ease and confidence. |
Funevents.Com have both the technology and the qualified man power to help enhance any future conference. When time isn't on your site and when you need someone to do your leg work for you... there's only one answer.
Contact: Admin Team at Funevents.Com |
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Travel Insurance
Who is responsible for Travel Insurance for our group or does Insurance get included in your final costs ? |
Travel Insurance is compulsory on all Funevents.Com trips and is a condition of booking with all travel itineraries designed via Funevents.Com. Please note that we do not include costs for insurance within any proposal. Therefore, you are strongly recommended to take out cancellation insurance at time of booking which will cover cancellation penalties in certain circumstances (note: such insurance will not cover a change of mind). When selecting a travel insurance policy we require that at a minimum you are covered for medical expenses including emergency repatriation. We strongly recommend that the policy also covers personal liability, cancellation, curtailment and loss of luggage and personal effects.
Copies of your insurance policy will need to be made available by your leader on day one of your trip. Failure to do so may mean exclusion from the trip. Please ensure you have your policy number and emergency telephone number for your insurance company. If this is unavailable please ensure you have the necessary information required by your Insurance company in case of an emergency. We are happy to recommend an contact for Travel Insurance.
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Event Design ~ Production
We are looking to organising a road-show and would like assistance in putting together a project that will sell our message. What input can you offer that will improve the outcome of our event ! |
What makes an event outstanding is the ability for all parties concerned to understand the "real" purpose behind holding the event. Whether its an event that is being used to sell to key buyers like an exhibition or simply a fun activity geared for PR and promotion purposes. Our aim is help you stay one step ahead of your competitors by offering you creative suggestions that bring your concepts alive. Besides we do live in a society that's image driven !
Go To: Event Design |
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Low Budget Entertainment
With a limited budget, can you do something that will bring together the whole department? |
Most events when thought out need not be expensive, however please note that, the greater the budget, more the choice. We have a variety of programmes that could meet most briefs.
Contact: Admin Team at Funevents.Com |
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Professional Party Planning
We are looking at arranging a cocktail reception at our offices for our clients, presentation is important. How can we make our event special? |
We are happy to provide quotes for unique experiences from Breakfast Meetings to Gala presentations. We not only ensure that our menus always complement the occasion but equally important that every event is choreographed to perfection from menus to hostesses.
Contact: Admin Team at Funevents.Com |
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Hotel Reservation Service
Can I book a Hotel room any where in the World ? |
Our team have access to over 57,000 registered venues. Check with us today
They range from the economy 1 bedroom to luxury 5 star deluxe suits over-looking some of the worlds most glamorous sceneries. Our aim to provide you the best possible all-round service.!
Contact: Admin Team at Funevents.Com |
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Assistance for Charities
Like most Charities, we want to organise a fundraising event and need to establish a minimum threshold on money raised before we can think of paying anyone. What would you charge us...? |
We have a panel of keen marketing specialists that are dedicated to helping charities with this same issue. The beauty is that we do not take a fixed fee or any commission prior for this work. In fact, what we would ask the charity concerned what their threshold had been on previous fund raising events and use this as a bench mark. Anything above and beyond this figure would be considered access profit and its from this access profit margin that we would mutually agree a percentage for our services. With us, you have an experienced organisation on your side.
Contact: Admin Team at Funevents.Com |
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Direct Assistance to Organisations
We need to increase our public awareness but are reluctant to overload our current staff with extra responsibilities. It may deter them from their actual responsibility. Besides, there are times that we could always do with another pair of experienced hands !
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If your organisation has a department currently running training courses, team building activities, corporate hospitality, seminars and conference programmes, why not consider outsourcing this function to a company that can provide a fully integrated service at a fraction of the cost, thereby saving you valuable staff time.
We can offer online help and, ultimately, the services of one of our professional events team as a dedicated manager for your company, who can either work from our offices or on secondment within your own offices - thereby affording you a further saving on unnecessary overheads.
Funevents.Com have successfully implemented this service to cover periods of maternity leave and general company downscaling. A perfect solution to augment your Marketing Department – your own cost effective, professional and dedicated service a call away!
Contact: Admin Team at Funevents.Com |
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Business Development For Venues with Conference Facilities
We need to market our new conference suite to those that book Conferences within companies, what can you suggest? |
We have a very successful operation that is currently helping various venues by introducing their venue directly to key decision makers within the corporate arena. We believe that you can't beat the direct approach, especially if they are already on the Funevents data base !
Contact: Admin Team at Funevents.Com |
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With so many event specialists, who do you choose ?
We suggest that a good guide would be to see whether a particular company has worked within the particular area that you require. |
We are happy to select and recommend a service that will help you achieve the best for your event. Just ask.
Contact: Admin Team at Funevents.Com |
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