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Belgium & Luxembourg – Pepper and Salt Events Ltd

Pepper and Salt Events take it to top gear

The Benelux countries of Belgium, Luxembourg and Holland offer a beautiful backdrop for an incentive program, and besides the many specialities offered in the region (think beer, chocolate, castles, canals and tulips), are an excellent option for automotive incentive groups.

Pepper and Salt are establishing themselves as the experts in automotive programs throughout the region, and here are just a few examples of recent programs they have organised for automotive clients from around the world:

So if you have automotive clients (or any others who might like to look at this region) click here to find out what Pepper & Salt can do for you.

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The annual Dubai Rugby 7s held every December at the Dubai Exiles Rugby Ground, is the first round of the International Rugby Board 7s World Series.

The three-day event is world-class rugby at its best featuring a carnival-like environment that attracts fans from around the globe.

Tie in the Rugby 7s or another element of traditional Arabian style to your next incentive program!

To contact Gulf Dunes for more information or a customised proposal, please click here.

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In a recent gala ceremony that included travel experts, travel agencies, DMC’s and event organisers, Emeco Travel was awarded the Best Inbound Incentive Program Award in the MENA region by Meet Middle East. The Emeco incentive program that won the company the award was considered one of the richest and most rigorous programs held in Egypt in recent years, crisscrossing the whole country and encompassing more than 17 events in 9 days from welcome dinners to        large-scale sophisticated and exclusive events.

To book your own award winning incentive program or receive a customised proposal contact Emeco Travel by clicking here.
 

Paris is many things to many people, whether for the food and wine, the galleries and museums, the fashion or the simplicity of the nearby rolling hills. LSO International can organise an itinerary that compromises each or every one of these experiences. This is just a taste of what your itinerary could comprise of:

• Champagne and Foie Gras tastings

• Tour through Paris on a vintage coach

• Visit the Moulin Rouge

• Take a private dinner cruise along the Seine River

• French cooking classes

• Pick one or all of the infamous museums, The LOUVRE, The Orsay Museum, Army Museum

Give your event that special Parisian touch by contacting LSO International. For more information or a customised proposal please click here.

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Munich celebrates its 850th anniversary in 2008!

Munich, situated in the south of Germany and near the Bavarian Alps, is a sophisticated city that offers something for everyone, big-city style and rural charm, alpine character and Mediterranean verve, art treasures and the Oktoberfest, traditional customs and high technology, beer gardens and haute cuisine, operas and in-bars – these are all ingredients of the special “Munich mix” that makes Bavaria’s state capital so endlessly fascinating, and so popular with visitors from all over the world.

To contact INVENT for more information or a customised proposal, please click here.

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Something new on the Horizon

Horizon Travel has capitalised on an increasingly successful and in-demand component of their business, events, with the launch of a dedicated division Events Plus. Boasting a team of event specialists who use a common sense methodology, helping clients to design, implement and leverage their investment for their every event need.

To take advantage of Horizon Travel’s tradition of excellence click here.

Something Old is New Again

Across Greece, a process of renewal is taking place with renovations to hotels being completed just in time for the summer season. Two of the distinctive new additions to the portfolio are:

“Out of the Blue” Capsis Elite Resort, Crete

The 5–star, 465-room deluxe resort hotel complex is situated on a private peninsula next to a traditional fishing village. It was recently awarded the 2008 Star Diamond Award for its commitment to excellence in luxury and service. The resort complex – renovated and operating since last year – offers a multitude of individual accommodation styles: an all-suite corner, a thalassic therapy neighborhood, a boutique hotel or even villas and maisonettes nestled in nature. With a variety of conference facilities also available Capsis Elite Resort offers sophisticated choices for your next event or meeting.

“To Spiti”: face lift for a grand old lady

“To Spiti”, a stone house built in 1835 within the historic and commercial triangle of Athens, is one of the very few remaining buildings from the time of King Otto. Today it has been renovated into a private residence and an Interior Design Showroom but can be used for private functions such as cocktails for 120 guests and dinners for 10 to 80 guests. With stylish surrounds and outstanding catering and service facilities “To Spiti” is the ideal location for a welcome function.

For more information on these properties or to receive a sample itinerary on any destination within Greece please contact Horizon Travel by clicking here.

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Join in Guinness’ 250^th birthday celebrations

Next year Guinness will be celebrating its 250^th birthday. There are few beers that can claim such an illustrious history as Guinness. In 1759 Arthur Guinness bought a four acre patch of land by the river Liffey in Dublin city to set up his brewery. 250 years later, you can still visit this same brewery, where you can savour the best pint of Guinness you have ever tasted. Enjoy that perfect pint at the very top of the Storehouse in the Gravity Bar, Ireland’s number one international visitor attraction. With the best panoramic views of Dublin, suites at the Guinness Storehouse are also available for exclusive hire for dinner and entertainment – perfect for incentive groups.

KILLARNEY – Dublin’s heaven on earth  

To complement any program to Dublin, what about a visit to Killarney, County Kerry? This area is a striking panorama of deep blue lakes, wild mountainous landscapes, rugged coastline and sub-tropical flora. It is often referred to as the kingdom, as it is believed to be the closest thing to heaven on earth. The Gap of Dunloe is a beautiful glacial valley in the Macgillacuddy Reeks mountain range, which dominates the skyline of Killarney. Enjoy an energetic walk or cycle its exhilarating path – the scenery all around the famous Lakes of Killarney is breathtaking.

To contact Odyssey Travel for more information or a customised proposal, please click here.

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Hot Deals from Rome!

Italy’s premier DMC, Fourth Dimension Italy, have put together some amazing specials to entice incentive groups to consider Rome – especially during the low season.

Rome, city of the Popes, with her ochre colour walls, winding medieval streets, magical fountains, clear blue skies and majestic monuments will overwhelm your senses.  

Capturing the imagination and soul of visitors with sophisticated restaurants, convivial trattorias, friendly cafes and enticing boutiques Rome tempts you with big events to enjoy all year round.

Five night packages are currently available which include:

• Round Trip Airport Group Assistance & Transfer by Deluxe Motor-coach

• 5 Nights accommodation at a nominated hotel
• Full American Breakfast daily
• Welcome Drink upon Arrival
• 1 Welcome Cocktail Party (Full Open Bar & Snacks - 1hr)
• 1 Welcome 3 course Italian Dinner in the hotel
• Hospitality Desk daily
• Rome city tour with English speaking guide and deluxe motor-coach (half-day)
• All taxes

And to make this an even more exciting program, a full day program to Capri, Venice or Florence is available at an additional cost.

Two hotels are available in conjunction with the package:

Westin  Excelsior Hotel - EURO 1213 per person
- Minimum of 50 guests in double occupancy
- Available: January, February, August & December.

Click here for additional information.

Exedra Hotel - EURO 1015 per person
- Minimum of 60 guests in double occupancy
- Available: January, February, July, August & December.

Click here for additional information.

To contact Fourth Dimension for more information or a customised proposal, please click here.

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Coming To Australia – July 2008

Good News for the Aussies. Davina Naiken, our charming Manager of the Groups and Incentive department will visit Australia in July for sales calls. If you would like to set up an appointment, please click here to contact Sue Gaddes.

New Properties Openings in Mauritius in 2008

The following hotels are new to Mauritius and would be great for your next incentive/conference:

• The Four Seasons Resort Mauritius: opening mid November 2008. This deluxe property is situated in a private sanctuary within the new Anahita Residential Estate on the East Coast near Ile Aux Cerfs. Four Seasons will also manage the 18 – hole golf course designed by South African Master Golfer, Ernie Els.
• The Luxury Collection is also opening its first property in the Indian Ocean and Africa in August 2008. The Grand Mauritian Resort & Spa is located on the Turtle Bay Marine National Park on the northwest coast.
• The third major hotel brand opening in Mauritius this year is InterContinental. This deluxe resort is scheduled to open early October this year. It sits on a prime beach and features a rooftop spa as well as one of the largest conference rooms on the island.

To contact Connections Tourism Management for more information or a customised proposal, please click here.

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Eurovision Meets Incentive

First United recently prepared a team building activity of a different kind. Think Eurovision meets Mozart meets incentive.

The result was a symphony orchestra!

An orchestra is perhaps one of the finest examples of combining together as a team. Not only do the musicians have to work alongside each other for long periods – they also have to communicate at a much deeper level than would normally be the case and they need to be "tuned in" to each other. The orchestral experience is, in other words, a rare learning opportunity.

The event is a powerful and emotional musical challenge, where the focus and the core approach is collaboration, culminating in complete cooperation under the conductor's baton.

To contact First United for more information on great incentive ideas click here.