26 Jul 10 Themed Events, Colors, and Relaxation Are All Important Aspects to Consider
Companies do not have to ensure that all meetings and events are completely bland and uninteresting, even if that does have a certain old-guard appeal. Instead, consider the possibility that meetings can have elements of a party and that events could be given a theme to follow. The following ideas are not necessarily appropriate for all businesses at all times, but they may just make the daily grind a little less stressful for some:
• Holidays can be fun – Holidays can be fun, but do not go overboard. Not everyone seems to agree that celebrating holidays is fun, and some people seem more interested in complaining about cultural and religious influences than they do on having a good time. Colored napkins and other basic items that lack iconography could be appropriate and thematic.
• Colors for other purposes – There are many different non-holiday applications for colors as well. Colors can be chosen by departments or as part of promotions, and placing those colors everywhere can help build a sense of visual continuity.
• Events – Remember to take a break from the norm and relax a little bit. Some companies have discovered that short rest periods built into meetings or other events actually improve productivity instead of taking away from productivity as one might normally assume.
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14 May 10 Doing More with Less
One of the obstacles that planners with corporations and organizations face with event planning is being asked to do more with less. That is a common phrase heard among meeting planners, and many times these individuals feel that their hands are tied. They have to be creative within a budget, and sometimes they are unsure of how to plan a memorable meeting while saving the company money. An incentive cruise may be an excellent option when event planning requires a strict budget. Cruise meetings are an ideal way to motivate and reward top-quality employees without breaking the bank.
Meetings at sea provide employees and customers with a break from the norm. Instead of the hustle and bustle of big cities, groups can enjoy the quiet and beauty of the seas. They can experience exotic locations, enjoy the sun and breezes, and refresh their senses. Cruise meetings provide much needed relaxation, which often helps employees think outside the box and come up with fresh, innovative ideas. Cruise meetings are not simply about fun and entertainment. From meeting space to entertainment, everything is inclusive with meetings at sea. A meeting planner will find that meetings at sea will come in below budget and provide the company or organization with all its meeting needs and more.
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26 Apr 10 SeaDream I and II: the best of the Boutique Ships
If your idea of a dream vacation includes fine dining, good conversation, and relaxation then the SeaDream Yacht Club may be a perfect fit. Every passenger is treated as a VIP and the atmosphere is casual and sophisticated. Structured activities are kept to a minimum, enabling passengers to spend their time as they wish. Small gyms are available for the health conscious traveler. Each yacht is equipped with a spa that offers massages and beauty treatments using the best Asian techniques and products. Both of these boutique ships make Caribbean, Trans-Atlantic, and Mediterranean trips.
The SeaDream yachts accommodate 110 passengers each and have 55 cabins. The yachts have an excellent library and computers for anyone who cannot function without an Internet connection. Guests can check out movies to watch on the flat screen television in their suites. Passengers can choose to eat inside or al fresco and room service is available at all times. There is no smoking inside the cabins. Each vessel has an open-bar policy throughout the ship, but keep in mind, drinks ordered for your room are charged separately.
An intimate, boutique yacht with ports of call such as Rome, Venice, Athens, Istanbul, and Spain may be the perfect place to have the next corporate meeting. The SeaDream line is idea for business cruise meetings, family reunions, or vacations of any kind.
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15 Mar 10 All Inclusive Cruises – Best Choice on Land or Sea
If you want your next meeting to impress and still be affordable, an all-inclusive cruise is the right choice. There’s something special about a cruise: the ritual of bon voyage to the work-a-day world and life on land, the great food, the smell of fresh sea air, and the relaxing movement of the ship riding the waves. Cruise ships offer the latest in audio-visual technology and meeting rooms that can accommodate small intimate business meetings or larger groups with the same high level of service.
An all-inclusive cruise may include the price of airfare for your group, healthy activities, and entertainment. Don’t forget food – no one ever complained about too little food on a cruise! Many cruises offer gourmet options along with bountiful buffets of beautifully presented food.
Cruise ship atmosphere is perfect for work and play. Intensely focused meetings easily shift into team building activities while leaving time for relaxation in exotic ports of call. Many cruise lines offer fantastic entertainment that may not be available on land. Interests as diverse as fitness training and casino games are all part of the mix on a cruise ship. Ultimately, an all-inclusive cruise is an exciting, more productive, and more affordable plan for your next meeting.
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