Has the British weather got you feeling a little blue this February? We understand that long commutes, dark days and the hustle and bustle of city life can sometimes leave us feeling a little under the weather. Stepping out of the office in these conditions can seem like a daunting task, which often leaves us day dreaming of more peaceful destinations to jet off to in our spare time. In this industry, spare time is hard to find (we know!), so why not consider incorporating work with play?
Imagine story conferences in a scenic Scandinavian setting, boardroom meetings overlooking the Mediterranean or even wrap parties in the Welsh mountains; with increased properties offering everything you need under one roof, why not make it your 2018 mission to escape the city more often, mixing up those monotonous meetings?
Here’s just a few of our favourites…
Location: Gävle, Sweden
Venue: Högbo Bruk
Access Loves: That you can skii in the winter or mountain bike in the summer, all inclusive in your DDR. The ultimate conference venue for those who like to play as hard as they work!
https://www.hogbobrukshotell.se/om-oss/bildgalleri/
Location: Aarhus, Denmark
Venue: Helsingør Theatre – The Old Town Museum
Access Loves: There’s no need for PA systems in this history-rich theatre!
http://www.visitaarhus.com/ln-int/central-jutland/theatre/theatres-aarhus
Location: Watergate Bay, Cornwall
Venue: Watergate Bay Hotel, Cornwall
Access Loves: That you can infuse business meetings with the energy of the beach and motivate colleagues with a taste of adrenalin sports.
https://www.watergatebay.co.uk/events/meetings/
Location: Chamonix, Mont Blanc, France
Venue: Mercure Chamonix les Bossons Hotel
Access Loves: With exposed woodwork and ample natural daylight looking out over the snowy scenery, you’ll feel like you’re in a cosy chalet during your meeting or event at this property!
https://meetings.accorhotels.com/gb/hotel-0411-mercure-chamonix-les-bossons-hotel/index.shtml#
Location: Portmeirion, Minffordd, Penrhyndeudraeth, Gwynedd
Venue: Portmeirion Village
Access Loves: Aside from its iconic architecture, scenic surroundings and vast woodland gardens, Portmeirion is home to hip hotels, a huddle of historic cottages, a spa and award winning restaurants.
https://www.portmeirion-village.com/gallery/photos/portmeirion/
Want to ‘Think Outside the City’ this year? From theatres to castles and all of the boutique hotels, apartments and studios in-between, no request is too unusual for our MICE department!
