The 9 Hottest Destinations to Host Your Next Company Offsite
Whether you are planning your company offsite to celebrate a victory, reexamine long term strategy, develop company culture, or simply want an excuse to go on vacation without burning up PTO, you need a great location to get the most out of it.
As we’ve covered before, taking your team to an exciting new place is one of the best ways to supercharge your company. And finding the right locale is essential for creating that sense of a shared peak experience.
Below, you can find nine must see places that are perfect for a company offsite.
Denver, Colorado
Denver is a perfect destination because it offers access to two radically different things: urban excursions and stunning outdoor adventure.
There is always plenty of nightlife to enjoy, with a bustling culture that’s geared for fun. And with the Rocky Mountains so close, you can plan on spending at least a day drinking in the splendor of the great outdoors.
Denver International Airport also makes it an extremely convenient place for a team to converge — critical if your people are spread out.
Hawaii
Hawaii is relentlessly beautiful. It offers warm weather year round and the calm waters of the Pacific.
But what really sets Hawaii apart is the huge number of options for accommodations. Tourism is an important part of the local economy, giving you plenty of rock solid choices to host your retreat. And if your team is US based, this tropical getaway doesn’t even require passports.
Because of its popularity as a destination, the morale boost from your corporate event will start as soon as you announce that everyone is going to Hawaii.
Athens, Greece
Athens has been an important city of the world for a millennia longer than most cities have been around. It boasts countless historical wonders as well as a contemporary culture that is a joy to visit.
And being in Europe, the team is a short train ride away from many other can’t miss places. That makes it a great place to arrive early.
Athens is also competitively priced. You really don’t have to compromise on anything with this perfect company offsite city.
Iceland
Iceland has some of the most breathtaking views in the world. And its relatively fast access by air from Europe makes Iceland easier to visit than you’d think.
You can make your base near Reykjavik or go out into the many charming rural areas. No matter the exact details, the feeling of Northern adventure is palpable here, and it can lead to meaningful moments your team will talk about for years.
Plus, if your team works in or highly values sustainability, there are many places you can tour to see how this country runs electricity and heating virtually carbon-free.
Costa Rica
Rainforests, thriving local culture, and outstanding places to stay. Costa Rica really has it all.
If you venture out into a city like San José, you’ll find a positive atmosphere. And the hotels here are works of art unto themselves, giving you the jungle a run for its money.
A company offsite experience in Costa Rica is the ultimate tropical getaway for your team to regroup, celebrate, and launch your next big project.
Marrakesh, Morocco
Marrakesh is a city that merges today’s world with Medieval architecture. It is an oasis, with iconic views and fantastic hospitality.
The medina is like a labyrinth, with every step taking you by sellers of all kinds. The energy here is electric, and the opportunities for impactful experiences are off the charts. You have to visit it while you are in town, but there are plenty of other sights to see and things to do while you are here — like a trip to the Koutoubia Mosque.
It also works as a great introduction to Africa and an easy flight to and from Europe. That makes this global city a convenient and eye opening visit.
Puerto Vallarta, Mexico
Puerto Vallarta brings you everything you could want in a destination. It’s right on the achingly blue waters of the Pacific Ocean, and its nightlife is non-stop. If that isn’t enough, it’s a city with plenty of art and beautiful scenery.
The oceanside location keeps the climate stunning, and the wealth of historic landmarks and great restaurants gives your team plenty to do in their off time.
Located in Jalisco state, it’s not a very long flight for many teams in the US. It’s also a resort town, which means there are plenty of accommodations in many different styles.
Istanbul, Turkey
Sitting on the border of Asia and Europe, Istanbul is one of the most important cities in history. For that reason, it rocks a ton of impressive architecture — Roman, Egyptian, Byzantine, and beyond. The amount of cultural and historical activities here is staggering.
But this city isn’t living in the past. It has fully modern accommodations and a lot of fun to be had, all for a surprisingly low budget. Those upsides are critical for designing the perfect company offsite.
Given its reputation, the excitement for your team is going to start the moment they know they are heading to Istanbul.
Mykonos, Greece
Yes, we already have a location in Greece on the list, but the country is so jam packed with amazing locations for company offsites that we had to add in the island of Mykonos.
Right in the Aegean Sea, it boasts tons of paradisiacal beaches, absolutely awesome nightlife, and perfect spots to stay. The broad range of visitors and the easy going atmosphere make having adventures a given.
Because it’s an island, it also creates a feeling of intimacy for teams. The geography of a place really does make a difference, and at Mykonos you can feel the difference every second of your stay.
We are even hosting our signature entrepreneur retreats on Mykonos in September. Details are here.