Corporate Travel Destinations

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention have released a statement warning travelers to the island of Bali in Indonesia of a rabies outbreak throughout the island. The most recent update to the outbreak notice was posted on the CDC website on March 29 with an additional notice that this information is still current and the outbreak notice remains in effect.

A rabies outbreak in dogs was first reported by the Indonesian Ministry of Agriculture in December 2008, with a reported 15 deaths associated with this outbreak as of November, 2009. While most corporate or incentive travelers will not likely be adopting animals or working with animals during their stay in Bali, they may come in contact with infected animals during outdoor activities, such as hiking or camping. The majority of cases reported thus far are located near popular tourist areas in the southern portion of Bali; however, the CDC warns travelers that precaution should be taken regardless of where they are traveling on the island.

According to the CDC, travelers planning a trip to Bali who anticipate coming in contact with animals should consider a three-shot, pre-exposure rabies vaccine. Whether or not they receive vaccinations, travelers should seek immediate medical attention if they are scratched or bitten during their stay in Bali.

If you are planning corporate travel to Bali in the near future, visit the CDC website at www.cdc.gov for more information.

Bulgaria is growing in popularity as a destination for business and leisure travel; however, it is still in its teenage years of this growth. This provides the perfect opportunity for corporate travel planners to take advantage of exceptional meeting planning packages and travel deals, while allowing attendees to enjoy a distinctive European culture without the crowds of more established tourist areas.

Bulgaria is one of the few places in Europe where travelers can still experience life as it was in old-world villages 150 years ago, while still being just a short drive away from major cities, seaside resorts and all of the modern conveniences to which we have grown accustomed. Coastal resort towns along the Black Sea are ideal for corporate travel, with new resorts springing up on a regular basis. There are several options with rooms and meeting spaces for large groups, as well as many that can accommodate smaller groups of attendees.  In addition, the Black Sea is an excellent destination for an incentive cruise.

Aside from the glorious beaches on the Black Sea coast, there are also mountain ski resorts offering skiing, snowboarding, snowshoeing and other snow sports, as well as luxury spas, including the two most popular mountain resorts: Bansko and Borovets. Bulgaria is also perfectly positioned for excursions to nearby countries, including Turkey, Romania, Serbia, Macedonia and Greece, making this affordable destination a great choice for international corporate travel.