Edward Clayton 
Corporate getaways can be a mixed bag. Successful getaways leave employees feeling motivated, positive, and excited, while others may not be as impactful. The outcome often hinges on budget and the time invested in planning the getaway.
The most successful type of getaways are often when people are trying something new, getting active and going on an adventure. Yes, a meal in your local city is nice, but going away and trying something new such as a Camino de Santiago can be a big success and motivate staff, upon their return – when you try something new, it can help build confidence, reduce the chances of people thinking it’s boring and it add a level of discovery.
Below we look into three different activity-based corporate getaways for you to consider on your next outing.
Hiking Trip
Booking a hiking getaway has become increasingly popular for businesses. On a hike, you’ll spend plenty of time with your colleagues, walking, which gives you a chance to bond and get to know each other better, in a scenic environment which isn’t work.
It’s not too exhilarating, making it friendly to most age groups and with breathtaking views all over the world, the destination possibilities are endless. You can go for a day, two days, mid-week, a week or more.
Watersports Trip
Slightly more exhilarating than hiking, watersports trips will have your employees problem-solving whilst getting active in different ways. On your corporate getaway, you could be kayaking, wakeboarding, surfing, swimming and more. Pretty much most countries offer water sports trips, meaning you visit somewhere nearby or further afield – this depends on how much time off you can offer.
Plus, nearby countries are often more affordable to get to, than further afield ones. Water sports trips can be dedicated to one type of watersport, such as a kayaking trip, or they can involve various watersports, such as rowing, surfing and diving. When booking a trip, remember to read the reviews to ensure the provider is reputable and that previous customers have enjoyed the experience.
Cycling Trip
If you have a team who are into their fitness, then a cycling trip could be a great activity-based corporate getaway for your business. Cycling trips are often more enjoyable if more employees than not, enjoy being active as it can be exhausting. For most trips, you’ll visit multiple destinations and have several accommodation options, this way you can travel further and see more. Depending on the provider, they normally state a difficulty level, from entry to advanced, this way you don’t challenge yourself to something harder than what the majority of your employees can do – remember, you may be a keen cyclist, but some of your team may cycle very little.
What is your favourite activity-based corporate getaway that you have been on before? Have you tried any from our guide above? Is there something that is missing in our article that you think we should be adding? Let us know in the comment box below, we look forward to hearing from you.
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