International Jewellery London VIP Experience 2012 is launched

A competition has been launched to win a VIP experience ahead of leading UK jewellery event International Jewellery London 2012. Visitors who register to attend by 5pm on 30th July will be entered for the prize draw.

The winner and a guest will enjoy a one night stay at a London 4 star hotel so they can relax in style following their visit to the show, and they will also receive train or air tickets to London. The VIP experience will start from the minute they arrive at the show, with a Champagne welcome at the Boulevard Bar by the IJL team. The impressive IJL seminar programme features industry experts and top trend and retail forecasters, and the prize includes reserved seating in as many of the seminars as the winner would like to attend.

“IJL has a luxurious look and feel, and we aim to ensure every visitor feels important in the stylish setting of the show. Everything is designed to enhance the visitor experience – f rom the layout to the quality jewellery and watches presented by the high standard of exhibitors. The IJL VIP Experience takes this one step further and is an excellent prize for the winner, treating them to an exceptionally enjoyable visit,” commented Event Director Syreeta Tranfield.

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