5 ideas to make your company retreat feel special

Activities
Written By Victoria Kwon

Offsites are an opportunity to show teammates they’re valued. Small ways of making people feel special can make a major impact. Here are 5 simple, surprising ideas to try at your next company retreat.

Creating small, special moments of surprise and delight can take a well-planned team offsite to the next level. Personal touches go a long way—so let’s go through some easy ideas for your next event.

  1. Hotel Room Drops

    Coordinate with your hotel to have a surprise gift and note in each room for when attendees check in. This unexpected touch will kickoff the offsite on a high note and leave attendees feeling warmly welcomed. 

  2. Gift Boxes

    Include unique personalized swag, memorable gifts that they’ll actually use, and a thoughtful card. If attendees are flying in, make sure they’ll be able to easily carry everything back home. Avoid bulky, heavy items that might bump luggage weight too high on a return flight.

  3. Weather Prep

    Packing the appropriate gear for new climates can be challenging. Show your attendees you’re thinking one step ahead by having umbrellas handy if it rains or portable fans if it’s warm. These small touches are sure ways to make attendees feel comfortable while away from home, and they show you’ve thought through every little detail.

  4. Arrival Messages

    Schedule messages to your team for when they arrive welcoming them and giving addresses and directions on where to go. Any attendees who may have travel anxiety will instantly feel a little more at ease knowing they have such a thoughtful point of contact. You can even create a welcome packet with tons of helpful info!

  5. Know Preferences

    Prior to the offsite, gather your attendees’ food preferences and allergies, flight seat preference, and hotel floor preference. Make sure you accommodate everyone to the best of your ability, and be ready with alternatives and solutions when necessary.

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