Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 18, 2022

of meeting space, nine event rooms or 16 acres of retreat grounds. Hotels to Thrill Meeting Attendees appeared first on Smart Meetings. More can be learned during the property’s paranormal tours. Meeting profs need not deal with spiritual maids or gamblers when planning an event in the property’s 11,000 sq. Congress Plaza Hotel.

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Smart Meetings

DECEMBER 3, 2024

But designing events to support our attendees’ mental and physical being is much more than a trendy concept—it’s a transformative approach to how we live, work and connect. Or host an event where attendees can unwind at a juice and smoothie bar while learning about adaptogens. Wellness isn’t just something we do; it’s how we live.

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 4, 2023

Corporate retreats have long represented occasions for staff members to gather in relaxed settings to conduct work duties. 7 Company Retreat Steps. The new trend with retreats is a 50/30/20 formula. Working with an outside facilitator will bring new ideas that can be infused into the retreat. Who’s responsible for them.

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Eventbrite

DECEMBER 7, 2021

Looking for inspiration for your next spiritual retreat? Here are five fun activity ideas, plus a few promotion tips to help you get the word out.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 14, 2024

It’s time to treat your attendees to something special. Planning an incentive or executive retreat? These three new and renovated properties each offer their own distinct style—so whatever experience your attendees are looking for, you’ll be sure to walk away with top-notch approval ratings. Start here.

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Business Traveler USA

OCTOBER 13, 2021

Chopra Global is announcing a line-up of integrative health retreats that may become life savers and life boosters. The exclusive retreats will offer immersive, one-of-a-kind programming and curated experiences that bring ancient practices backed by science into modern life for a wholistic approach to wellness.

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Convene by PCMA

DECEMBER 12, 2022

The Pink Retreat. Attendees: ~500. After finding that others in the group felt the same way, Williams, who said she had no experience in event planning “other than my wedding,” launched The Pink Retreat, a celebration of Lilly Pulitzer that she advertises as “the most colorful girls’ getaway” in Palm Beach, Florida.

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Achieve Incentives

JUNE 28, 2023

A corporate retreat is a perfect way to build rapport within your organization while reenergizing your employees. You are ready to invest significant funds and employee time into a retreat. Do you want business to be the main focus of your retreat? Travel days can be one of the most hectic parts of the attendee experience.

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 11, 2022

Between networking, listening to speakers and more, meeting attendees often end their days overwhelmed by the day’s events, especially when not given ample time to process and reflect. The calming ocean sounds that appear in Miller’s music allow one to be an attentive and engaged attendee for the rest of the day’s events. .

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Convene by PCMA

JULY 18, 2022

The 500-acre Cedar Lakes Estate in upstate NewYork has seen a huge bump in inquiries for corporate retreats — 150 percent more inquiries than in 2019. “If It was unusual and yet right on trend: A potential client wanted to take their team to Barcelona for what would be the company’s first-ever retreat in its 16-year history.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 2, 2022

After a long day of conferences, meetings and activities, attendees often flock to the hotel bar to grab a drink before retreating to bed for some much needed rest. The hotel offers the option for a full property buyout for executive retreats or incentive trips. Alila Napa Valley. There are 68 rooms and suites with 5,000 sq.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 13, 2024

Take a further trip for more reward in Spring, 2024 With travel continuing to open up and return to natural form after years of Covid, the world is once again an oyster for meeting professionals looking for an international incentive trip or executive retreat that will be memorable and expand geographical and cultural horizons of attendees.

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Endless Events

OCTOBER 23, 2020

Wellness: Retreats For Event Profs: Do We Need Them? ? We are sharing six tips on how to keep your attendees interested and happy! How To Use Event Gamification and Boost The Energy Of The Attendees. Virtual Audience Engagement: Keep Your Remote Attendees Happy! Retreats For Event Profs: Do We Need Them? (40

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Smart Meetings

AUGUST 21, 2024

Blend wellness with corporate events For many groups and attendees wellness is a priority. SM How can meeting planners blend wellness and meetings together, so attendees are able to experience the best of both worlds? These elements help attendees feel better physically and mentally, which can enhance their overall experience.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Incentivize your attendees with soothing new and renovated boutique hotels It’s time to stop daydreaming and start living the dream. With a meeting, event or incentive retreat at any of the following new and renovated hotels, it’s easy for your and your attendees to do so.

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inVOYAGE

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

From breathtaking coastal retreats to iconic city landmarks, IHG Hotels & Resorts have just landed an impressive new lineup of luxury properties around the globe with plenty of exciting new opportunities for the incentives industry. Hot off the press!

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 6, 2024

This approach, when executed with sincerity, enriches the event experience, fosters a positive atmosphere and promotes lasting impacts on attendees’ lifestyles. Simple additions like hydration stations with water and herbal teas can significantly enhance attendees’ well-being.

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Smart Meetings

MARCH 12, 2024

Next Goal: “As the director of business development at Miraval Resorts & Spas, I will focus on elevating our Wellbeing Retreats and their transformative nature, inclusive offerings and the lasting positive impact they provide for corporate groups. They are not simply a group retreat, it is a well-being journey.

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Endless Events

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

It works both as an event planning app and an app that attendees can use throughout the event for a connected experience. Attendees can use the app to network, share pictures and comments, and give feedback about sessions. Attendees can use the app to network, share pictures and comments, and give feedback about sessions.

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ADMEI

AUGUST 27, 2024

Today's successful corporate gatherings are all about creating immersive, memorable experiences that resonate with attendees long after the event has concluded. Imagine holding a team-building retreat in a treehouse village, conducting a brainstorming session in an art gallery, or hosting a product launch in a vintage airplane hangar.

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Smart Meetings

OCTOBER 3, 2023

Destinations that make you want to unplug Staying connected to technology and committing to constant communication can feel as though its pertinent to incentive recipients and corporate retreat attendees.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 28, 2022

One of the long-tail effects of the pandemic could be a downsizing of average meeting attendee lists as some big events go hybrid and bring parts of their audience together in person while larger audiences access content online. Hotel Zetta (3,010 sq. of event space and 166 guest rooms in SoMa) Hotel Zelos (5,000 sq.

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

When it comes to protocols, fortunately we are in New York, where the Key to New York mandate requires that all meeting attendees are vaccinated. We have seen that this instills confidence amongst the attendees and puts them at ease. Each person is required to show proof of vaccination before entering the meeting space.

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Social Tables

JANUARY 26, 2023

If so, it may be time to start discussing how to plan a company retreat! In this article, we’re going to break down everything you need to know about planning a corporate or company retreat. Planners may face an immense amount of pressure from their management team or corporate office to plan a monumental retreat on a miniscule budget.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 3, 2023

That included a gifting experience at registration that allowed all attendees to choose their own swag from a shopping lounge, feathered friends both evenings and a light show that highlighted the fun of the destination care of Go Drone Shows. Smart Meetings Florida Experience elevated the gathering at every turn.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 28, 2021

We are also seeing a dramatic increase in 2022 bookings from a wide range of groups from small executive retreats to full buyout opportunities. Instead, they are focused on letting their attendees explore the destination during their days onsite and just gather for lunches and dinners.

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Smart Meetings

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

For meetings with a sense of adventure With the rising desire among travelers to trek to never-been-before destinations, planners looking to give their attendees the experience of a lifetime have a wealth of choices.

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Smart Meetings

FEBRUARY 5, 2025

Whether youre drawn to the fresh coastal air or dream of exploring expansive valleys, there are plenty of ways to soak up the sunshine; and we all know that working that natural light into your meetings not only makes them completely beautifulit makes for happier attendees with healthy circadian rhythms.

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Smart Meetings

JULY 3, 2024

Take three new and renovated hotels, three of these charismatic towns, and find yourself putting together the perfect New England boutique incentive experience you and your lucky attendees have longed for. Read More: Falling for New England The post New and Renovated: New, New England appeared first on Smart Meetings.

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Endless Events

MARCH 15, 2019

We don’t see these robots of the future walking around passing out drinks or registering attendees just yet. However, thanks to recent developments in technology, event automation can help both event profs in the planning and execution of events and attendees have the best event experience possible. Event Automation. That is huge!

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 20, 2018

Or, visit Gurney’s Montauk Resort and Seawater Spa for a four-season Hamptons retreat with private beach access and 25,000 sq. An AAA Four Diamond, Forbes Five Star Napa Valley retreat, Solage intimately blends wine, health and relaxation with 4,000 sq. Ponte Vedra Inn & Club , Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida—Free Golf.

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Convene by PCMA

JANUARY 25, 2022

When gathering in Greater Phoenix, meeting attendees don’t have to put their wellness goals on hold. It’s the ideal destination for small groups interested in a wellness itinerary—as well as larger groups that want to ensure attendees have ample opportunity to stay energized and focused. “Our

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Smart Meetings

JANUARY 18, 2024

Maybe a hybrid board travels to one member’s city of residence for a meeting and team building; maybe, with increased numbers of remote workers, meeting attendance drops as the option to attend remotely becomes more available—how do meeting planners then incentivize attendees to show up in person? Is incentive travel out?

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Smart Meetings

APRIL 22, 2024

This summer is looking at experiential travel—whether that be a relaxing health and wellness retreat, a culturally rich destination or an environmentally conscious and responsible gathering, summer 2024 trends are geared towards progressive practices.

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Smart Meetings

MAY 8, 2024

The hotel, in turn, has launched special packages for corporate travelers, executive retreats and strategy sessions, through which the group can enjoy savings and benefits such as complimentary upgrades and activities. The Think Tank meeting space is elevated with a new table, chairs, buffet table and modernized AV equipment.

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Endless Events

MAY 10, 2021

“Now that our events are hybrid, everyone has to be on their phones to connect with the attendees virtually. ” Benefits For Company Retreats & Remote Workers. “You have a company retreat and you go to an obscure place. What happens when the internet goes down?”

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Smart Meetings

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

These properties—and their exciting destinations—are certain to thrill your attendees. This 36-guestroom townhouse hotel offers a chic neighborhood retreat with the feel of a private, elegant home. If you prefer the quiet intimate atmosphere of a small boutique hotel, get ready for a relaxing garden escape.

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