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ICMM roadtrip

VKOZ visits the museums of the ICMM congress

For our client ICMM, the multi-day congress will take place from 15 to 21 September 2024. We are busy preparing for this, and that also includes site visits. Since the participants will be visiting different museums spread over the days, we did this too. Sanne went on a road trip to all the museums!

The Zuiderzeemuseum Zuiderzeemuseum

The road trip started in Enkhuizen, at the Zuiderzeemuseum. A long drive from Rotterdam: almost two hours. It was all worth it. The Zuiderzeemuseum is not a museum as you would expect. It has an extensive outdoor museum with all the houses as they used to look. The volunteers take on a role and tell how things used to be. You can also get on a boat and do all kinds of activities. Something for everyone!

We were given a tour of the outdoor museum and visited the rooms where the participants will follow the workshops. After this we discussed all the parts of the day program and the long drive back to Rotterdam awaited us. It was all worth it.

Museum aan de Stroom Openingsuren & bereikbaarheid | MAS | Museum aan de Stroom

The next day we visited our southern neighbours. This time we went to the Museum aan de Stroom in Antwerp. It was nice to see that this is a completely different museum. It is built high up and is divided into several smaller museums. A number of these are free to visit and for most of them you pay an entrance fee. The museums are divided into various subjects and there are all kinds of works of art that have to do with this. In the museum you also have access to a beautiful panoramic view of Antwerp.

Here too we were given a tour of, among other things, the catering areas and we also discussed the day’s programme and other logistical matters. We visited the museums and enjoyed the beautifully designed and furnished building.

Het Scheepvaartmuseum Over ons | Het Scheepvaartmuseum

A week later we continued our road trip to Amsterdam. We had agreed to meet at Het Scheepvaartmuseum. This museum is completely surrounded by water and is focused on ships. On the platform at the back you can also visit a ship. This museum is divided into wind directions and in each wing there are museums. You will find original attributes that were used on ships in the past and there are various other works of art to admire.

The participants will be in Amsterdam for two days. We therefore had a few things to discuss for these days. We mainly talked about the AV, we were able to see the rooms and discussed the plenary parts of the program. Another useful day and certainly nice to have visited the museum!

Maritime Museum Rotterdam Museumhaven - Maritiem Museum Rotterdam

We had visited the Maritime Museum several times before and so we already know it a bit. There are many outdoor activities to do in the Maritime Museum. It is a spacious museum with various sights. There are also many ships and there are workshops that can also be visited. It is also very nice to view the museum from the water. This can be done with a tour or from the water taxi that departs from the back. A diverse museum with a lot to do.

We have had a few meetings here and have already seen the museum from the outside and inside. With the various possibilities and large reception hall, we can see how it will look during the conference days. The first days will take place in Rotterdam and we expect it to be a good kick-off.

Want to know more about our client ICMM or do you want other tips for organizing an event? VKOZ events & communication is happy to think along with you. Call 010-2107961 or send an email with your (request) to info@vkoz.nl.

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pegasus events

Pegasus Events as Your DMC Rotterdam

Pegasus Events organizes team building activities in Rotterdam. As a DMC, they help you with all the local knowledge needed to make your event one to remember. In this blog you can read what Your DMC Rotterdam entails and how your wishes can be fulfilled.

Activities in the City Center

Meet the team of Your DMC Rotterdam. They are a diverse group of individuals with different backgrounds and skills, but one thing unites them: their passion for creating unforgettable experiences in our city Rotterdam.

Whether it’s an incentive, business jubilee, or rewarding your employees, they translate your wishes into surprising programs with the vibrant city of Rotterdam as your decor. Their goal is to give your guests a great experience and put a smile on their face with events to remember as long as possible.

Why Rotterdam?

As local enthousiasts, they are welcoming guests from all over the world to our authentic city for 20 years now. They love to talk about all the possibilities the city and it’s surroundings has to offer. To show it’s architecture, harbor, great food and friendly locals. You could say we’re Rotterdam ambassadors!

Welcome to Rotterdam.

 

– Pegasus Events

 

www.pegasusevents.nl | https://www.yourdmcrotterdam.com

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Verhuisd naar het industriegebouw

We have moved to Het Industriegebouw!

We started the new year with a fresh start in our new office. We have brewed many creative events in the Heineken Building Rotterdam in recent years. Now it’s time for a change. We are making a new start in Het Industriegebouw!

After five years of being located in the Heineken Building, which was actually a temporary office, we moved from one national monument to another in Rotterdam. Het Industriegebouw offers many possibilities for VKOZ. As the only event agency among the tenants, great collaborations may arise. Stay tuned to learn more about our neighbors!

We have made a lot of progress. Our unit itself is not much bigger, but a lot nicer. A lot of time and love has been put into the design and we hope to become even more creative! The windows offer an open feeling and therefore more interaction with our neighbors. The collective building also offers calling and meeting rooms where we can retreat. In the Maaskantine on our floor we have a ping-pong table and there is more than enough opportunity to get something to eat or drink. In addition to work, there is plenty of room for relaxation!

Although it is only a fifteen minute walk from our old office, we are closer to the city center. A bit busier, but we like the bustle. In any case, we are really looking forward to brainstorming in our new office and building our network!

Would you like to come by and admire our new office?

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creatieve ideeën

13 creative components as part of your business event

A business event is no longer the same as it used to be. The main goal of your business event could be: sharing knowledge, networking, looking back and ahead or celebrate successes. These goals can be reached with creative components as part of your business event. For an attractive event, there are multiple creative possibilities for your next event. Read 13 ideas to add to your event.

Interactive food stations
How cool is it to place several interactive and/or do-it-yourself stalls for food and drinks throughout the location of your event. From a customizable bar for champagne and cocktails, a fruit stand to create your own smoothies, to a gigantic wall of donuts. There are many creative ways to offer food and drinks to your participants in a surprising way.

Photobooths
People have been crazy about taking photos in photo booths since 1925 and that hasn’t changed in the past 98 years. What has changed? The technology that makes these photo booths possible. Today’s photo booths give your visitors the ability to easily take photos, videos or GIFs and share the images directly via social media accounts. You can also make the setting as creative as you want.

Make-your-own-goodies stall
Everyone loves free stuff, but this only applies to the things we really want. Most giveaways given out during events end up in the trash can because they are not useful. A goodie stall with cool items that participants can make their own will certainly ensure that your visitors go home with something they will keep.

Gamification
A little competition in a fun atmosphere can take your business event to a new level. Consider, for example, a treasure hunt, caption contest or pub quiz with questions about your event.

A comedian
Make sure you hire a comedian who specializes in corporate performances. This will most likely result in slightly more appropriate language and jokes about business-related topics and situations that your visitors will recognize.

A magician
Thanks to artists like the Dutch Hans Klok, magicians and illusionists have grown from birthday party entertainers to professional performers. A good magician can make a big impact on your event. If you have an international audience, chances are this will go down well with everyone.

Circus performance
Thanks to circus performances such as Cirque du Soleil that have turned circus as an art into an immersive experience, circus acts, like magic tricks, have undergone an image change. Add some of this mystique to your own event by hiring contortionists and acrobats.

A caricaturist
Caricaturists are a guarantee of success at any event, but you can go one step further by choosing an artist who uses the latest technology. For example, hire a caricaturist who uses a tablet to create drawings and projects them onto large screens in real time during your event.

A graffiti artist
It’s quite impressive to see a large work of art. If you have the space, consider hiring a graffiti artist to create a mural during your event. In the form of 3D street art on the ground, you can also use this, for example, to make the entrance to your event more interesting.

Cover band
If the visitors to your business event are largely in the same age group, then a cover band is always a good idea. Your attendees will love hearing their favorite songs from the good old days and because the performance is live, the room will be full of energy.

Casino
You can also create a casino with gaming tables, slot machines and professional dealers. This is a simple way to provide entertainment for your visitors. It is best to choose to rent these items instead of arranging everything yourself.

Singalong
At a singalong there are 2 pianos on stage, both played by professionals who sing and entertain. This idea requires a lot of space, but it can be very successful if done right. The advantage of this entertainment is that you can also transform it into a stylish form of karaoke.

Artists with fire
Whether it is a fire eater, a dancer or a juggler, fire eaters can add spectacle and sensation to your event. And these performances provide a great opportunity for beautiful photos. The photos of this performance will guaranteed be shared via social media. So make sure that the #hashtag of your event is clearly displayed everywhere. Please check in advance with your location whether you can and may arrange this type of entertainment.

Want to know more about creative components or would you like other tips for organizing an event? VKOZ events & communications is happy to think along with you. Call 010-2107961 or send an email with your question to info@vkoz.nl.

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Rotterdam evenementenlocaties

Unique and inspiring event venues (part 3)

In addition to the unique and inspiring event locations that we have discussed in part 1 and 2 of this series, we have recently been able to visit a number of beautiful event locations. Below you will find an overview of locations where we have been able to organize an event or would like to!

Schielandshuis RotterdamSchielandshuis
In the middle of the city center is the Schielandshuis established. De beautiful details on the outside can also be seen on the inside. More than 350 years ago, the building of the property is finished. Perfect for organizing a smaller event: during a meeting or presentation there is room for a maximum of 34 persons and for a reception there is room for a maximum of 50 persons.

 

De Kuip rotterdamDe Kuip
Did you know that De Kuip is not only a football stadium, but also an event location? Besides concerts and other music events, there can be organized business events. We already organized various events at De Kuip! In the Maasgebouw, there is a possibility to use the rooms as break-out sessions for inspiration sessions or workshops.

 

Inntel RotterdamInntel/Mainport
The Inntel has a lot of possibilities for a diversity of events. You can marry in the Inntel, but also organize business events. The unique location, in the city center and at the foot of the Erasmusbrug, makes the Inntel a suitable location. The location features enough parking facilities and public transportation nearby. In the panorama rooms on the 16th and 17th floor, with a capacity of 450 persons, you have a wonderful view over the Skyline of Rotterdam.
With the attached Mainport five-star hotel, there is enough space to allow guests to stay overnight at a -multiday event. De locations combined have a total capacity of 800 persons.

Heineken Building
The Heineken Building is the location where our office is located and where we brew our concepts. Did you know that events can also be organized here? For example, we organized the event for The Week of the Services on June 19, 2023. If you are curious, you can read the eventcase here. The meeting rooms can be used as break-out rooms and the largest room can be used as a plenary room. The national monument is a wonderful addition to your event and is centrally located in the city center.

 

Are you organising an event soon? VKOZ puts your goals first ánd thinks from the needs of your visitors. And finds the suitable location for your event! Contact VKOZ via info@vkoz.nl. 

This blog is part of a series. Check out our first blog and second blog with more unique and inspiring event venues.

Sanne Dits

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Rotterdam als congresstad

Unique and inspiring event venues in Rotterdam (part 2)

Last time we visited during our first location tour five inspiring event locations in Rotterdam: Kunsthal, Euromast, Wereldmuseum, ss Rotterdam and Hotel New York. This time we again visited five unique locations. Rotterdam has profile herself more strongly as an international congress destination and continues to rise in the world ranking of congress cities. We know why!

BlueCity in RotterdamBlueCity
BlueCity is, literally, a swimming pool full of possibilities. BlueCity is established in former Tropicana, a subtropical swimming paradise where entrepreneurs full of enthusiasm heading for an economy where one entrepreneur’s output is another’s input. In the midst of those pioneers, they offer various inspiring event spaces, workshops and tours. BlueCity is located at the Maas, near the city centre and Blaak station, with a brilliant view. With in total 12.000 square meters, BlueCity is very suitable for meetings and congresses, with separate rooms for break-out sessions. The unique view and the story make BlueCity the place for out of the box events.

bedrijfsfestival aan het waterRDM Events
With a various choice in rooms and halls, RDM Events offers an inspiring location for numerous business, cultural and other public events. In the multifunctional rooms of the RDM Congress centre and the RDM Onderzeebootloods meetings can take place, varying from 5 till 5.000 visitors. The combination of history and harbor, industry and innovation offers plenty of inspiration for various events. From workshops, meetings, fairs an congresses to festivals and exhibitions. The halls and rooms in the RDM Congress centre are provided with modern facilities without losing the authentic realm. Besides, the newly renovated RDM Onderzeebootloods has a raw and industrial character, which you can customize to your liking.

Cruise Terminal RotterdamCruise Terminal Rotterdam
The Cruise Terminal, located on the Wilhelminapier, used to serve as the arrival and departure hall of the Holland-America Line and is industrial heritage. The Cruise Terminal is still used by large passenger ships when they visit Rotterdam. Besides, it is a unique event location for parties, fairs and congresses. With a panoramic view and impressive architecture, it is the ideal Rotterdam decor for a successful event. The location is excellently reachable with all sorts of transport, is on walking distance from the bustling shoppingcenter and has two of the best Rotterdam 4-star hotels as neighbors.

evenementenlocatie Van Nelle RotterdamVan Nelle Fabriek
The Van Nelle Fabriek (1930) is seen as the most leading building from the movement ‘the New Building’. Since 1983 the factory is a national monument. In 2000, after the departure of the company Van Nelle, the complex is completely redeveloped, without losing her allure. Where before coffee, tea en tobacco were incorporated, are now businesses established who engage themselves with communication, design, architecture and media. More than 10.000 square meters is in use for business events, fairs, meetings and congresses. In total there are 12 different rooms available for events. And that makes the location suitable for meetings from 2 till 5.000 visitors.

Ahoy RotterdamRotterdam Ahoy
Rotterdam Ahoy is one of the largest indoor event halls from the Netherlands and an accommodation for fairs, events, concerts, congresses and meetings. Recently, in the end of 2020, Rotterdam Ahoy expanded with their Convention Centre. The convention centre has a unique hall, the RTM Stage, which can be used as an auditorium and concert hall. On the third and fourth flour are located 35 break out rooms, which can be used separate or together. With this convention centre, a new entrance has emerged.

Check out the beautiful promotion video from Ahoy and congress city Rotterdam:

Are you organising an event soon? VKOZ puts your goals first ánd thinks from the needs of your visitors. And finds the suitable location for your event! Contact VKOZ via info@vkoz.nl. 

This blog is part of a series. Check out our first blog with more unique and inspiring event venues.

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