Cruising for corporate events: Why local businesses should consider the high seas for their next corporate retreat
Companies large and small are increasingly choosing cruising as the ideal corporate event venue
WITH ALL THE hustles of day to day business life, at times it becomes imperative for teams to break away from their workplace in order to get to know each other better outside the office walls.
Boston, Massachusetts is a top destination for corporate party cruise rentals, and given that many businesses have adopted hybrid workforce practices, in-person cruise corporate events are fast gaining in popularity.
And what better setting than having a roundtable conference overlooking turquoise waters for creative innovation, with the Boston skyline receding in the distance.
Next enjoy a few hours of sunbathing on the deck, watch a cabaret at night and before you can say ‘good night’ over dinner, you are well on the way to Canada and New England.
Before boarding in Boston, remember to encourage the employees to spend some quality time on the historical cobblestone streets and narrow brick alleys of the Historic North End.
Anything a resort can do, a corporate cruise can do better
Land-based corporate event venues don’t have the sweeping panoramic views of the ocean or the ability to start the day in a new destination, experience new horizons on a holiday with views.
For the meeting planner, a cruise is easier to book and plan for a large event than a land-based vacation as virtually everything is included which makes the budget go the extra mile.
From sales seminars, conferences,incentive programs to executive retreats and client appreciation cruises, corporate groups come in all shapes and sizes. A meeting at sea, is therefore the ideal solution for all these objectives.
This is why a cruise offers an exciting and motivating venue and a program that won’t blow your budget or complicate your agenda, provide world-class accommodation, delicious cuisine and intuitive entertainment.
Companies, large and small, are choosing cruise ships to hold corporate event venues, partly because meals, presentations and meeting space are all taken care of, and partly because an all-inclusive cruise package saves up to 30%.
How a cruise differs from other event venues
The unique experience and value that a cruise ship offers, makes hosting a corporate event at sea a convenient and fantastic choice for planners.
Unlike most land-based spaces, holding conferences and events on the water are inspiring, dynamic and diverse. Availability of a flexible dedicated spaces for events of all sizes, indoors or outdoors, all with stunning ocean views are a great bonus.
Imagine holding a cocktail party on top deck of the cruise ship as soon as it leaves port with the sun setting behind in the background and the stars appearing to twinkle in the sky. Can there be a more incredible experience?
A big advantage of holding an event on sea is the freedom you get to customize every element, right from room decor to meals, experiences and pillow gifts.
Your cruise operator will be able to guide you in implementing these themes in the best venue space and take care of all the fine details that your event desires.
Moreover, top class entertainment is integrated into the overall cruise experience which just as same for corporate guests as cruise ships literally roll down the red carpet for this theme.
Also, in land-based events the entertainment is organized at a late stage, whereas on cruise ships it is always in place and even extra performers can be arranged for private events.
The entertainment ranges from Broadway style shows, cabaret performances, jazz singers, DJs, wine tasting and much more.The list is endless.
Event catering on land can be a challenge, especially if the group is very large.The budget and creativity also requires a careful consideration. This is not the case on a cruise ship as all the wining and dining options come with curated menus, crafted by top chefs.
A cruise menu also offers greater diversity to allow the guests to savor dozens of meal choices, from light bites to major meals, while taking part in a corporate event.
Once the business events for the day are over, the guests can freely socialise in lively bars and lounges of the ship.
The stateroom and suite accommodation can be rearranged to embody an elegant lifestyle to give the board members or highest achievers the sense of staying in a five-star floating hotel.
Add to this sumptuous beds, attentive service that focus on guest experience and luxury bathroom amenities that are pleasurable and stress-free.
Last, but not the least, health and safety protocols are adhered to strictly and are considered of paramount importance on cruise ships, which is another compelling reason to hold your next event at sea.
From touchless stateroom entry to UV sanitizing of all high-touch zones to public places and guest rooms that are cleaned to the highest standards, ships maintain a strict practice for health care.