Corporate Travel Destinations

You want to create an incentive event that you can be proud of.  You want your event to be a great success so that you can be excited and happy about all the hard work that you have put into the event.  You will want to make sure that you have the best strategy so that you are creating exactly what you want and need.

1. You want to picture yourself creating the best event that you can.  You will want to allow yourself a lot of time to prepare for the event.  If you are not giving yourself enough time to make the event great, you will not have the best situation that you can.
2. You want to make sure that you are sending out the invitations in plenty of time to all the guests. If you are expecting a rasp, you need to make sure that you are giving the guests enough time to do so.  This will help you be better prepared for the special event so that you can get ready to have a great and successful time.
3. Be ready for mistakes. Everyone makes a mistake and you need to be prepared for him or her.  Things can go wrong at anytime and you want to be sure that you are allowing yourself the time and the help that you need to make it all right.  There are things that you can do to get ready for anything that can happen. You want to always have a back up plan ready and waiting for you. 
4. Being organized is a great way to avoid pitfalls when you are planning an event. You will want to make sure that you have everything ready for your event. You need to be sure that you are able to get things ready for the big event so that you are not forgetting to do something.  You can write things down and make sure that you are crossing them off your list as you go.  This is something that will help you keep on track and ready.
5. Create a time line. You should do this for any event that you are planning. You will want to have everything written out so that you are going to be able to expect things that happen. You want to have the time allotted for all the things that are going to happen during the event. You want to allow time in between for the other things that are going to be done during the event. 
6. Keep on your budget.  If you are not giving yourself a budget at the very beginning of your event, you may be heading for a pitfall. You need to have a set budget so that you are aware of the money that you have to spend. You need to go through and decide what you need and what the cost of everything is going to be.  You will then want to shop around and find bargains that will get you the best prices to fit your budget plan.  You will find it a lot easier to stay on track and keep your event going as planned.
7. Keep everyone on your staff happy. You want everyone involved getting along and making things run as smoothly as possible. You will feel better and be able to get things moving in the right direction and keep everyone working together.  Make the planning environment a great place to be so that everyone is up beat and ready to make this a great event planning process. 

Planning a great incentive event is something that you can depend on when you are using all the tools and method needed to make it great. You will be happy and so will your guests with the great presentation on which you have worked so hard. 

Hard Rock International is planning a Hard Rock Hotel and Casino in Hungary, near the Austrian and Slovakian borders.

They expect to open in early 2012, and the hotel will have more than 600 guest rooms. 

Beautiful Acapulco has been attracting visitors since the Spanish arrived in the early 1500's.  For more than 200 years, the city's geography provided an ideal haven for Spanish galleons loaded with precious cargo, which prompted an annual merchant fair.  It's a tradition that has continued, with the city playing host to many large conferences at meeting hotels and the Acapulco Convention Center, which features more than 180,000 sq.ft. of total event space.

Acapulco is the original Mexican resort, linked to the Hollywood jet set of the 1950's and '60's, and still features a vibrant nightlife. 

Acapulco is still one of the exotic and popular corporate travel destinations that your incentive trip winners will love.

Looking for a new venue for your next incentive trip?  Or maybe you would prefer a "tried and true" destination.  Here are some great ideas, presented in the Showreel Incentive Destination videos. 

Alaska is one of those dream destinations.  Imagine seeing the aurora borealis, or magnificent glaciers.  During the summer it is the land of the midnight sun, while in the winter months, there is little or no sunlight in many areas of Alaska – making summer the more popular time for visitors, although those wishing to see the aurora borealis will have to brave the winter months.

Why not think about hosting your next corporate meeting event in Alaska?  There is something for everyone.  Outdoors men will be in heaven!  Fishing, hunting, hiking, and many more activities are available.  Want to hunt for gold?  You can do that too.  Or why not book a group cruise through the inside passage to see glaciers and whales? 

The sky's the limit, and Alaska cruise events are always popular, especially for those attendees with families.  So give it some thought for your next corporate meeting event.  Cruise events are generally much more economical than land based events, since cruises are all inclusive.  So you can stay within your budget and plan a meeting event that your attendees will be talking about for the next year.

The South Pacific is a destination that never fails to fascinate and attract visitors looking for spectacular natural settings.  The major destinations – Cook Islands, Fiji, Tahiti and New Caledonia – each have their own allure for capturing your particular client.   Give these spots consideration when planning your next incentive trip:

The Cook Islands

With direct, non-stop flights from Los Angeles, and a good exchange rate and hotel specials, the Cook Islands are a popular destination in the South Pacific.  There is only a 3-hour time difference from the West Coast of the U.S. A beautiful escape from the  rush and everyday stresses, attendees will enjoy the natural environment, beaches, and unique culture.

Fiji

Forbes.com recently rated Fiji among the top 15 cheapest countries for American travelers.  Affordability, good exchange rate, great airfares, and hotel specials  have made Fiji an attainable destination for travelers in the current recession.  

Tahiti

The friendly Polynesian people, cultural experiences, over the water bungalows, extraordinary cuisine, and activities in a pristine environment re just a few of the factors that fill out the image of a South Seas paradise for a vacation to Tahiti.

New Caledonia

One of the best kept secrets in the South Pacific, New Caledonia has a sophisticated French atmosphere, year-round tropical climate, fine gourmet dining, and a variety of accommodations.  The capital, Noumea, a cosmopolitan city, offers an aquarium, museums, historic sites, good nightlife with 2 casinos.  At the same time, there are extensive wilderness areas within 43 Parks and Reserves ideal for eco tours.  

Give the South Pacific some consideration when planning incentives and corporate events.  You'll be glad you did.

The Warwick Melrose Hotel in Dallas completed a multi-million dollar renovation this year that touched every room in a different way.  Styled after 1920's era Hollywood, the hotel is a Four-Diamond resort where no two guest rooms are the same.  The Warick Melrose offers 184 luxury guest rooms including 21 suites and a Presidential Suite, many with a dramatic view of the city.

The Warwick Melrose is convenient choice among Dallas TX hotels, centrally located in the Uptown Oak Lawn and Turtle Creek area, five minutes from Love Field Airport and twenty-five minutes from D/FW International Airport. Within minutes from the Market Center, Downtown, the Convention Center as well as the West End and McKinney Avenue entertainment areas.

With 6,000 square feet of meeting space, the hotel and Four-Diamond Landmark Restaurant can accommodate your groups of up to 300 people.  

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