This post features Alvie Balayo, a holistic business consultant who helps entrepreneurs build a conscious and intuitive business by assisting them in navigating their business with more integrity and creativity.

Thanks to The Break Fellowship, Alvie and I met in Spain in the Spring of 2023…

Every detail matters in the realm of event planning and hosting special occasions. From the venue to the décor, creating an immersive experience for guests is key. One project that stands out in the pursuit of elevating these moments is our friend, Ruma – a brand dedicated to the art of Tablescape…

The holiday season is approaching, bringing with it the anticipation of joyous celebrations and festive gatherings. Planning the perfect holiday event, be it a family reunion, corporate party, or a lively get-together with friends, requires attention to detail and the right team of event suppliers.…

Oh Halloween! Observed annually on October 31st, it has a rich history that piques my curiosity. How long has this festive tradition enchanted us, and what are its deep-seated origins?

For some, Halloween is a night of spirited revelry, where friends transform into their whimsical alter eg…

At Venopi, we are deeply committed to sustainability principles within the events we facilitate. We not only advocate for sustainability but also aim to empower our suppliers and fellow industry professionals to embrace and enact these principles effectively.

We believe in equipping event …

I am sharing my honest thoughts about The Break Fellowship I experienced in May - June 2023. I aim for this post to be a helpful resource for those planning to join the program or anyone contemplating similar fellowship opportunities.

Some of you might read a post with a critical title called "The…

We are delighted to introduce GPi DMC as a valued partner in our quest to redefine event experiences. As a dynamic destination management company, GPi DMC brings a wealth of expertise, innovation, and a commitment to sustainability to our collaborative efforts. With a robust presence spanning Spain…

Planning a wedding is a transformative journey, a chance to weave your unique love story into an unforgettable tapestry of celebration. For those seeking to honor their identities, values, and the planet, an inclusive and sustainable wedding is the ultimate expression of love. In this comprehensive…

Setting the right price for your band's performance at an event is crucial for success. To ensure fairness and competitiveness, consider multiple factors when determining your rate. In this guide, we'll walk you through the key steps to effectively pricing your band's performance. Additionally, we'…

Organizing a conference is a complex task that requires careful planning and execution. To ensure success, follow this detailed checklist that covers all the essential aspects of conference planning. From defining goals and selecting a venue to crafting a captivating program and managing logistic…

Looking for a top-notch cover band to bring the party to life at your next event? Look no further than Plunck! With their dynamic energy, extensive repertoire, and years of experience in the event industry, Plunck is the go-to choice for a memorable and exciting musical experience.

Plunck …

This post features Carlos Aguirre Díez — an architect and co-founder of OpenOrbi, a rural coworking & coliving in Soria (Spain)⁣. We connected through The Break Fellowship program in spring 2023, where Open Orbi hosted our cohort. I was lucky enough to experience their space, excursions and kindnes…

This post features the one and only Savvoula Oikonomou—Venopi's EU Fundraiser.

Originally from Athens, Greece, Savvoula is the founder of Huemaniser. They provide consulting services for equality, working with women entrepreneurs, NGOs/CSOs, local grassroots organisations, and SMEs to help…

This post features the one and only Jennifer Hopelezz—the proud mom of the House of Hopelezz, promoter of 'safe & sensible' sex and party scene, and a strong supporter of sexual diversity and personal responsibility.

Originally from Sydney, Australia, Jenny moved to the Netherlands in the …

This post features Roos (She/Her), aka DJ Doornroosje, whom I have known personally for years! We first met when I started volunteering at De Trut, an Amsterdam queer disco that has been 100% organized by volunteers for 37+ years and whose profits go to LGBTQI + projects worldwide.

This post features Puspita Rahutomo, aka "Pita", one of the owners of Rocking Chair Utrecht. Located in Willem van Noortstraat 88 Utrecht, Rocking Chair has many loyal customers praising their excellent coffee, delicious bites and outstanding services.

This post features Sean & Clarence, the owners of Small World Catering in Amsterdam. Located in Binnen Oranjestraat 14 Amsterdam, Small World Catering is one of our favourite places to eat whenever we crave homemade-style food! The taste and quality of their food are mind-blowingly good, and their …

Companies have never been challenged to create events for their employees more creatively. Not only has the pandemic changed how momentous corporate events matter, but employees have also shifted their focus to more important things. Both combinations are great recipes for companies to organize mor…

In deze post hebben we het over Maikel, de eigenaar van Pipes and Beans, die momenteel bezig is met zijn volgende onderneming, Het ArbeidersPaleis.

Sommigen van jullie die in de buurt van de Hoofddorppleinbuurt, Schinkelbuurt en Vondelparkbuurt wonen, kennen Pipes & Beans misschien al,…

In this post, we are featuring Maikel, the owner of Pipes and Beans, who is currently busy with his next venture, Het ArbeidersPaleis. 

Some of you who live around Hoofddorppleinbuurt, Schinkelbuurt and Vondelparkbuurt might already be familiar with Pipes & Beans, a super cosy and…

Unveiling Bali's Finest: The Top 5 Wedding Planners for Your Dream Celebration. Bali's breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural tapestry make it a sought-after destination for couples looking to exchange vows in paradise. To turn your dream wedding into a flawless reality, the expertise of a skill…

Hello, everyone! I'm Melody, a proud member of Venopi. I want to take a moment to share something close to my heart. As an ally of the LGBTQIA+ community, I've come across many struggles they face. It's disheartening to hear how some families refuse to accept them, leading to a painful experience o…

"Feeling safe should not be a privilege but a right."

Being a part of the LGBTQIA+ community, we have experienced that reality is not how we anticipate it to be. Sometimes we don't feel safe to open up about our identities. This happens when people are ignoring our pronouns, when we have to ask ex…

We are committed to building a more diverse and inclusive platform, and gender pronouns play an essential role in creating a welcoming community for members of all gender identities. 

Note: We are improving the gender pronouns feature regularly. Feel free to contact us if you have any feedbac…

The LGBTQ+ community is known to host memorable events, whether a birthday, bachlorx, or wedding, and as an ally, I am still learning all about being mindful, inclusive and thoughtful to my friends from the LGBTQ+ community. This brings me to the topic of event vendors! How can event vendors be mor…

Amsterdam has been long considered the birthplace of LGBTQ+ rights, and though the community is tight, it is still an obstacle to finding LGBTQ+ friendly vendors. As an ally, I have heard many stories from my friends in the queer community about how hard it is to find venues that are inclusive, con…

It's no doubt that the pandemic makes it hard for musicians and creative individuals who work in the event industry to earn a living.

In this blog post, we want to share our tips and tricks to help musicians like yourself to earn money with NFT. This post is part of complete series of "How to dive…

You might have heard about Web 3.0 and are wondering, is it real or just a buzzword? How can it help you and your business? What does it mean for the event industry? In this post, we will explain concisely so you can understand and benefit from it!

March 2021 was an interesting month for NFT. Jack Dorsey sold his first-ever tweet as an NFT for nearly $3 million ($2,915,835.47 to be precise) after more than two weeks of bidding, which he committed to converting the winning bid into Bitcoin and donating it to charity.

Meanwhile, the art world …

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmaaaas ~ The most beautiful day of the year is right around the corner and we just can't wait to feel the festive spirit all around us! If you’re thinking about throwing a Christmas party but don’t know where to start, we have you covered with all…

Diwali comes from the Sanskrit word dipavali, meaning “row of lights”. During Diwali people celebrate new beginnings and the triumph of good over evil, and light over darkness, when the return of Lord Rama and his wife Sita from an exile is celebrated.

When it comes to Halloween, not so many people know why we celebrate the day with dress up in costumes and go house to house asking for candy. If you think about it, it's rather an odd way to celebrate a holiday.

As much as I know, there's no other holiday that "allows" strangers to knock on some …

We are thrilled to announce we have been featured in the Best Startup EU Magazine as one of the top Communities Startups in the Netherlands 2021.

Meet our newest vendor, a creative space in Surabaya called n0lkecil located in the heart of the city, Jalan Untung Suropati 85. This creative space provides a bright space with modern vibes, yet gives an intimate feeling. It’s open for anyone who wants to collaborate in various forms of acti…

Planning an event and looking for a caterer? Read this to find out exactly what to do to avoid any unexpected problems. 

When discussing a dream wedding, most of us can agree that the venue makes one's wedding unforgettable. I asked a couple one day, "What is an ideal wedding for you?" and the first thing that came into their mind was where they would hold their wedding at. What venue is considered the perfect one? H…

Wedding is a beautiful event, yet when it comes to organising it, many find it "stressful" and "overwhelming". In this blog post, we want to help you to understand and plan one of the most stressful aspects of organising a wedding - budgeting.

YAY You got a Lead from a potential customer! The event request fits your venue and you'd love to "Accept" the Lead. How do you do that? What is a Lead even? Everything is answered on this blogpost.

If you are a venue owner, you might want to give away a digital voucher to attract more customers.

Digital voucher is a digital piece of paper that entitles the holder to a discount, or that may be exchanged for goods or services.

On this post, you could learn how to create a digital voucher on y…

Wilt u meer klanten aantrekken? Maak een voucher voor uw locatie. Deze voucher kunt u aan klanten weggeven tijdens de boeking.

Lees hieronder hoe u een voucher online kunt aanmaken.

Giving away a discount could help you win over new customers!

On Venopi, we enable venue suppliers to give discount on their packages on monthly basis. Learn how to do that on this article.

Soms is korting geven belangrijk voor uw business. U kunt ook hiermee nieuwe klanten aantrekken. Wilt u weten hoe u een korting op uw locatie kunt geven? Lees hieronder, stap per stap, hoe u korting op uw listing vermeldt. 

Ah, wedding…a major milestone in life. It’s an extraordinary moment when two people decide to tie the knot. It needs to be celebrated. Small or big, it doesn’t matter. Because what matters is to celebrate it with people you love and cherish.

Just like any other events, wedding n…

Ever since COVID-19 and lockdowns all over the world, many of us have had to pick up the skill of cooking (though some of us can’t even boil water) to the point where we have really learned how to appreciate good food. Though a lot of our restaurants are still closed, many individuals have de…

Looking for the perfect venue to host your baby shower? Here are the top 5 venues in Bali.

Hosting a baby shower is fun, but it could be stressful too. Not to mention when you want to surprise the mom to be. To be able to plan it well, you need a checklist when hosting a baby shower. The secret of a successful event lies in planning it well.

Will the pandemic ever coming to an end? Or are we required to live side by side with COVID? We’re past the stage where we were confused, refused when we’re told not to leave the house and did everything from home. Now it’s the stage where we have accepted that this pandemic will …

Many of us have friends who have missed the chance to celebrate their birthdays due to the pandemic. Though we can’t physically be there for our friends, there are many different ways we can show our love for them of their special day. (Click here to read my previous article on ways you can c…

Children love to celebrate their birthdays, either with a small party or a big party, with families or just friends. However, most of the times parents feel overwhelmed when planning a birthday party for their beloved child.

Celebrating your birthday in Bali can be a tough choice. There are so many options to choose from! Whether it’s spending your day under the sun by the beach or enjoying a luxurious dinner with your loved ones, Bali has it all! Here are my top 5 picks of where to celebrate your birthday!

In a normal situation, we celebrate birthdays like how we want to. But in a less normal condition-like this pandemic- we have to be more creative than usual. We’ve been celebrating birthdays with our families and friends, but social distancing has prevented us from celebrating like we used to

What is a Third Culture Kid? Third culture kids (TCK) are individuals who are (or were as children) raised in a culture other than their parents or the culture of their country of nationality, and live in such an environment during a significant part of their early development years.

Many of us have missed the chance to celebrate the best day of the year, our birthdays due to the pandemic. Celebrating our birthdays makes us feel good, especially when the cake is delicious and you’re surrounded by all your favorite people. 

During this tough time, people are searching for help, businesses are looking for supports, governments are working with the private sector, etc. We help one another, support each other, to be able to go through this crisis and disruption.

Everyone loves a good meal surrounded by our friends and family. It gives us a sense of belonging, happiness, and fullness. This is why brunch is the best meal and a good way to strengthen communities.

Many people celebrate King’s day but not necessarily know the story or (fun) facts behind the celebration. On this blog post I’d like to share 7 facts of one of the most celebrated days in the Netherlands!

Ahh, how we miss Sunday Brunches, sipping on a warm cup of coffee, freshly squeezed orange juice, or even cocktails for the brave ones! Filling our bellies with the aromatic layout of the delicious brunch meals, all in the comfort of our favorite restaurant and the delightful company of our closest…

How sharing spaces through a digital platform contributes to a better environment

Online retailers are currently facing a shortage of distribution centers during this lock down. The reason is apparent, many people stay in as much as they can; thus, they buy less in physical stores.

In a world of social distancing, self quarantine, toilet paper hoarding, the thought of sharing spaces and organising an event or an off-site meeting may seem to be the last thing in our minds.

Are you looking for a casual, home-like, and affordable location for your next meeting or birthday party around Amsterdam West? Eetcafé Landlust is exactly what you have been waiting for!

Sometimes you come across a venue where the possibilities of what to do with it, are endless. That’s the case with BeatZone.

Company culture has the power to make or break your business. Team-building events are as important as they are cliché. In a time where people change jobs more often than I wash my hair, or at least that’s what it feels like. The work culture has become more critical than ever bef…

Meet our founder, Ivana. Some of you might recognize her as a participant at hack battles, a speaker at Technical conferences or as one of the finalists of TEDx Amsterdam Women Startup 2018. On this blog post, we ask her 6 questions to get to know her better.

What happens when you drop two fierce Venopis right in the middle of the Battle of the Sensors? They get to the finals of The Next Web 2017 hackathon, that’s what happens! We are pretty proud of this, and here’s a little sneak peak in what we worked on. As you m…

No, no, this is not your random hipster laptop-screen-lit-in-the-dark stock photo. Truth be told, we do work mostly at night. Well, at least most of us do. We are a busy bunch, trying to make a damn fine idea happen. And so our after-work hours tend to get busy. Those are great evenings filled with…