With a group of 31 participants, the team traveled to Amsterdam for a weekend full of new impressions, inspiring encounters, and shared experiences. The goal was clear: to thank employees for their efforts while simultaneously creating new energy for the future.
Because motivation doesn’t just come from hitting targets. It also grows when people feel valued, experience special moments together, and take a break from the daily routine.
Why this incentive worked
A successful incentive isn’t just about the destination, but primarily about what people experience together.
For Carglass Portugal, we developed a program where discovery, connection, and relaxation naturally alternated. The combination of Amsterdam and Rotterdam offered participants the chance to experience the Netherlands from different perspectives: from international trade and innovation to culture, hospitality, and ‘gezelligheid’.
It was precisely this variety that made the trip special. During the day, participants were surprised by new insights and impressive locations. In the evenings, joint dinners created space for conversations that often don’t happen at the office.
The program
Day 1 – Welcome to the Netherlands
After arriving at Schiphol, the group was welcomed and taken to their hotel in Amsterdam. For many participants, this was their first introduction to the Netherlands. The evening was entirely dedicated to relaxation and connection. During a group dinner, colleagues came together outside the daily work environment, exchanged experiences, and set the tone for a weekend full of inspiration and connection.
Day 2 – Discovery and inspiration in Rotterdam
The second day took the group to Rotterdam for an exclusive exploration of one of the largest port areas in the world. Guided by an expert, participants were introduced to the impressive scale of the Botlek, Europoort, and Maasvlakte. The visit offered a surprising look at the Netherlands’ international trade position and sparked interesting discussions within the group.
Afterward, the group stepped on board for a lunch cruise along the Rotterdam skyline. As iconic locations like the Erasmus Bridge and the harbors passed by, there was room to reflect on the morning and enjoy the city from the water.
After returning to Amsterdam, a free afternoon followed, after which the day concluded with an atmospheric group dinner in the historic heart of the city.
Day 3 – Experiencing Amsterdam
On the final day, a visit to the Heineken Experience was on the agenda. Here, participants discovered the story behind one of the Netherlands’ most famous brands and gained an interactive insight into the history of Heineken.
The incentive concluded with a group lunch at the Vondelpark. A relaxed moment to look back on a weekend full of new impressions, valuable conversations, and shared memories. Afterward, the group departed for Schiphol for their return flight to Porto.
The impact
For the 31 participants, this incentive became more than just a weekend away.
The trip provided space to celebrate successes, get to know colleagues better, and gain new experiences together. By visibly showing appreciation for employees, Carglass Portugal invested not only in a special trip but also in engagement, motivation, and team spirit.
That is what makes an incentive powerful: not because people visit a destination, but because they create memories together that last long after the event.
"Everyone was enthusiastic about the trip. I want to thank you for all the support throughout the entire process. The incentive was excellently organized, the restaurants were very good, and everything went perfectly."
Creating meaningful encounters
At BARENTSZEN, we believe that the most valuable incentives go beyond a reward. They create moments where people get to know each other better, recharge, and return home with renewed motivation.
For Carglass Portugal, this incentive became an investment in people. And that is exactly what makes the impact lasting.
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