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Business Meeting Incentives
- Cruise Meetings Are In StyleThe entire business world has been turned upside down and it is consequently time to look at a lot of old ideas and question them. One misconception that many people have is that cruises are only for personal pleasure. Au contraire mon frère, cruise meetings are certainly in style these days. Consider the following reasons: Employees [...] […]
- Using Travel Incentive Meetings as a ConcessionNot everyone in the office can get the big promotion and the corner office, but that does not mean that there are no other rewards to dole out to encourage performance and loyalty. In fact, some of those rewards can be tax deductible while simultaneously offering an immediate and direct benefit to the company, such [...] […]
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Best Plan for Meetings at Sea
Planning a meeting at sea is not as difficult or as different as it might sound on the surface but there are still a few key differences to be aware of. Some of the best meeting planners keep the following advice in mind: Equipment and space for equipment is at a premium – It might be tempting to get that new... »
The Secrets of Successful Meetings
Being a successful meeting planner entails knowing the secrets to creating successful meetings. If you do not happen to know those secrets, then read on: Time – The time that meetings are held has a huge impact on energy levels. Early AM meetings, especially on Mondays, tend to be less productive than those scheduled prior to lunch. Meetings immediately after lunch,... »
Common Questions About Cruise Events
Planning a cruise event can seem like a lot to handle, especially for anyone that happens to be someone that appreciates and/or requires control. Here are answers to common questions about cruise events: Q: Are passports and/or visas required? A: It depends, so be sure to ask the cruise line representative and/or the concierge service. In some cases it will be possible... »
Are Cruise Meetings Cost Effective?
Cruise meetings sound like great ideas, but they also sound financially irresponsible at times. The question that many business managers and other powers-that-be will invariably come up with is: are cruise meetings cost effective? The answer to that question will depend on two major factors: alternatives and the goal. The goal of most meetings is usually to make progress, but each... »
Cruise Ship Meeting Spaces
Cruise ships offer an assortment of venues from which organizations may conduct their meetings. Each of these locations offers organizations the use of complimentary audio visual equipment such as projectors, speaker's podium, wireless microphones, and professional lighting. Organizations that choose meetings at sea can select those locations on the ship that will best accommodate meeting attendees. Cruise ship meeting locations... »
Book an Incentive Cruise
Value is what everyone is looking for today. Now more than ever before, customers are asking, "What am I getting for my money?" A lot of them even analyze how many hours they had to work for the money compared to the value of goods they consider purchasing. So as soon as your customer questions you why their company should... »
Focus on Macau
One of the richest cities in the world is located 45 kilometers from Hong Kong and is a fascinating mixture of Chinese and Portuguese cultures. Macau, which has the distinction of being the first and last European colony in China, is wealthy, densely populated, and exotic. The Grand Hyatt Macau is the ideal location for high-powered business meetings, special events, and... »
Sanibel Island Well Suited for Conferences
Close your eyes and imagine that you are on a beach close to golf courses, bike paths, fine restaurants, tennis courts, and the Ding Darling National Wildlife and Bird Refuge. You’d be on Sanibel Island, one of the best-kept secrets in Florida. The laid-back atmosphere of the island makes it an ideal spot for a conference or meeting. Clients can unwind... »
Online Meetings
Traditionally, conferences are held in hotels meeting rooms or convention centers. That is no longer always the case. Utilizing today’s technology, conferences can be held without anyone leaving their base of operation. What makes up a good online meeting? Many of the same features as a face-to-face meeting, with the added challenge of IT equipment. Check your video stream and sound... »
Alternatives to Conference Centers
A client has called on you to schedule a small meeting. The conference centers in your town are simply too large, and the client doesn’t need all the high-tech ballyhoo going on in the background. All she needs is a white board, an overhead projector, or a way to project from a PC. Where do you turn? Small Event Centers Almost every... »