Nov. 27, 2024
London has flight connections to incredible incentive travel destinations, both near and far. Tempting as it is to look further and further for something unique, the truth is that we have more than enough on our doorstep to satisfy any incentive travel brief in any season. Between 1h 40m and 2h 40m, clients can escape to many stunning April incentive travel gems.
Sardinia is staggering, lapped by otherworldly waters and stunning islets, rugged interior mountains, and pulsating cities and resorts. Dining is extraordinary, even by Italian standards. The activities are remarkably diverse, from whitewater rafting and canyoning in the mountains to sailing regattas and coasteering on the coast.
The northern tip is punctuated by emerald coves and a scattering of islets and islands, offering unimaginably spectacular RIB and sailing tours. Dock, tie up and spend the afternoon feasting on a Sardinian waterfront terrace. Sardinia really is another world.
Easily reached from London by air or rail, Bordeaux is a staggering incentive travel destination. It has a wonderful history and cutting-edge urban venues side by side. It is a breeze to navigate and has a beautiful riverfront, pulsating harbour area, and endless squares and backstreets.
Famed for its vineyards, the wine region is located just outside the city and offers chateaux and landscapes that are the stuff of film sets. Arcachon, to the southwest, proudly claims to have the best seafood in the world, while directly west are some of the finest beaches and surfing conditions in Europe. Bordeaux is an incentive travel Mecca.
Those seeking some solar relief after the winter will discover an everpresent sun, in addition to one of Spain’s finest and most Spanish cities. Long overlooked by those flying in to access the region’s swathes of holiday resorts, Málaga is an extraordinary incentive travel destination. The city centre is a magic mix of culture and history. This resolutely Spanish city offers an authentic and affordable dining experience, and for those wanting fine dining, there are Michelin stars available.
Incentive trip activities take place on the water, with yachts leaving the harbour and on the city beaches bordering the centre of Málaga. The stunning mountainous northern edge of the city offers hiking, including the thrilling Caminito del Rey - a historic, elevated path that follows the mountain gorges.
From Málaga in the southern reaches of Europe to the northern latitudes of Bergen, it is hard to comprehend them as part of the same continent. In April, Bergen has woken up from its dark winter and is alive in the city, on the water, and in the mountains. The fjords are truly magical in spring as the snow melts under the rising sun.
Incentive event activities move back onto the water with cruises, sailing and some water sports, whereas the mountain action switches from skiing to hiking and biking.
Lisbon is the capital on the Atlantic. It has an enviable location, with the stunning Atlantic coast just west of the city and a harbour to the south. This is a city of water, with an airport located very close to the city centre. The vibrant city streets give way to the harbour, where drinking, dining, and sailing are highlights. Sailing regattas are all the more memorable for the stunning cityscape backdrop.
Before reaching the surf beaches west of the city, the rural plains are home to some spectacular golf courses and event venues. Beyond that are the rugged, pristine Atlantic beaches and the chance to learn to surf with colleagues. As incentive event programmes go, Lisbon is remarkable.
Innsbruck in April offers stunning contrasts. As the spring sun brings the crowds out onto the sunny city and mountain terraces, the local mountains are winding down their skiing and snowboarding activities. Hiking and biking are starting again for the summer, and whitewater rafts are being floated later in the month.
For those still needing their winter snow fix, the Stubai Glacier south of Innsbruck still offers superb conditions in April. Snow conditions on the 3200m+ slopes can be anything from great to sensational.
Whatever you need for an April incentive travel event, it is likely possible in Europe.