A Sensory Italy – the Five Senses
Italy. What do you think of? Can you feel the soft white sand between your toes, see the rolling countryside, or smell the fresh crisp air of the mountainous ski slopes…or do you imagine tasting the iconic food and wine whilst listening to a live jazz band? Either...
Activities for conferences
Conferences are fast changing and innovating. The days that we’ll get participants into the room to listen to an expert and have coffee breaks in between are over. Today’s conferences are innovating in many aspects. These include education formats, networking,...
Team building: thinking outside the box and inspiring your next event in Italy
Are you looking for a creative, interactive, engaging, memorable and fun team building activity? Should the team building activity strengthen the bonding between team members and foster their personal development? Way too often, we can be too comfortable organising...
How Italian Special Occasions DMC can help you get most out of your event budget
Today, more than ever before, corporate events have a budget they must adhere to. Some industries, such as the pharmaceutical or finance, have strict compliance regulations in terms of venues, accommodation or hospitality they can book for an event. Organising an...
How Italian Special Occasions DMC is innovating
When I founded Italian Special Occasions DMC in 2014, innovation was in the core of our mission and vision. Before launching the company, I worked and travelled all over the world. I lived in London, Spain and Brazil. I had the opportunity to develop the product in...
Incentives and team building in Maremma, Tuscany
Did you know that Italian Special Occasions DMC is based in Maremma, Tuscany? Only one hour away from Fiumicino Airport, Maremma is an excellent and less expensive alternative to Rome if you are looking for a new destination for your next corporate event. Corporate...
Common myths about corporate events in Italy
When you start planning an event abroad, the first thing that comes to mind probably is event logistics. How am I going to get attendees from A – B? Does the hotel have enough capacity? How far is the venue from the hotel? Will the delegates love the chosen...
Case study conneXion Rome – corporate event in Italy
In 2016 we had the pleasure working with the leading technology provider LS Retail and organising their annual event conneXion Rome. LS Retail is a world-leading provider of all-in-one business management software solutions for retail and hospitality companies of all...
Italian ski resorts for summer corporate retreats
We are working with our clients on the best region and season combination for summer events. Here are our top tips for venues off the beaten track among ski resorts that are ideal for summer corporate retreats in Italy. Corporate retreats This time we want to talk...
Our year in overview
With an eventful year coming to a close, we are looking back at all the wonderful events we organized and attended and finalizing plans for 2017. When Italian Special Occasions DMC was launched in 2014 we put an innovative concept in place – presenting what Italy has...
#ElevateYourSenses – Winter Weddings in Aosta Valley, Italy
Getting married in winter is becoming more popular as couples recognise the benefits of this magical season to celebrate their special day. The beauty of snow, open fires and the festivity of the approaching Christmas and New Year make it even more exciting and...
Italian Special Occasions DMC at the International Luxury Travel Market – our takeaways
From 5 – 8 December I attended the International Luxury Travel Market (ILTM) in Cannes. A yearly event, it offers a platform for travel agents, event organisers, luxury hotels and venues, transportation companies and other service providers for the luxury market to...
Beautiful Christmas Markets in Italy, between craftsmanship & flavors
The aroma of cinnamon and vin brulè (mulled wine) fills up the crisp air of December; handmade items including timber toys, seasonal decorations and local crafts are on display in pretty wood houses or stands; children play on the merry-go-round as their laughter...