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TEAM EXPERIENCES
Discover how to build a unique program that resonates in collaboration, engagement, and culture.
ORGANIZING A TEAM EXPERIENCE THAT DOESN'T END WHEN EVERYONE RETURNS HOME
A few days away with your team or your entire company is, of course, a welcome reward. But what if it also changes how people collaborate, think, and feel connected to your organization?
A employee trip an interruption of work. It is an opportunity to bring your people closer together and create something that resonates for a long time.
The destination doesn't make the difference. It's what happens between people along the way and afterward. What do you want a trip to spark within your organization?
WHEN A FEW DAYS AWAY WITH YOUR TEAM TRULY MAKES A DIFFERENCE
Many organizations want to do something for their people as a token of appreciation, to strengthen mutual connections, and to boost energy.
But how do you make it more than just a few days away?
- When people truly get to know each other differently because they are cooking a meal together.
- When conversations arise that you don’t have at the office, because you’re going on an expedition in nature with people from another team.
- When the impact doesn’t stop upon returning home because the cultural experience left an impression.
When that succeeds, a staff trip is more than just an outing. It becomes a moment that resonates in how people collaborate, make choices, and feel connected.
FOUR CHOICES THAT MAKE A STAFF OR TEAM TRIP TRULY SPECIAL
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WHAT YOU'LL SEE IN THE WEEK AFTER THE TRIP
You often only realise the true value of a staff trip when you see the changes it brings about afterwards: in teamwork, connection and commitment.
Teams that find each other faster and collaborate better
Employees who feel visibly more engaged
More energy and ownership within the organization
A shared experience that is talked about for months
A culture that grows stronger because people know each other in a different way
WHAT OUR CUSTOMERS SAY
From the very first meeting through to the final wrap-up of the trip, communication with BARENTSZEN was clear and professional. We received not only great tips about the destination (hotel/restaurants/experiences) but also excellent advice on the structure and logic of the program. During the trip, the local guides hired by BARENTSZEN and our tour leader Jiska’s sharp eye for detail made all the difference. She managed to guide our group of 26 people smoothly and graciously, allowing us to focus entirely on the experience. The result: an inspiring, unique, and connecting study trip where everything was safely and superbly organized.
The best moment? When you notice the energy flowing, without having to push.
From the very first introductory meeting, they truly listened to our wishes for the ideal office weekend. Djuna and Frederiek took care of every detail, ensuring the program perfectly aligned with our company and team. Our thanks to Djuna, Frederiek, and the entire team for the fantastic organization and this unforgettable weekend. We hope to work together again in the future!
Our company trip to Berlin was a success, thanks in part to the professional guidance of BARENTSZEN. They have excellent local connections and responsive, friendly, and knowledgeable staff.
For the anniversary trip to Reims, we worked closely with BARENTSZEN to create a memorable journey that would bring all colleagues closer together. Thanks to their creative and seamless organization, it became exactly the kind of trip people will be talking about for years to come.
Such an eye for detail, such a high level of flexibility and customer focus, and such a tight internal organization are things we rarely experience from suppliers. We would therefore like to wholeheartedly recommend Barentszen to any organization that wants to make their group trip a resounding success.
THE TEAM THAT ONLY SHARES IDEAS AFTER LISTENING
When creating a team experience, our team looks beyond the program itself. We ask questions before sharing ideas because we want to understand what characterizes your organization, how people collaborate, and what you want to achieve.
Emma
Maxime
Marisa
Nicolien
Annemiek
Frederiek
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT ORGANIZING A TEAM OR STAFF TRIP
How do you ensure a staff trip delivers more than just a nice experience?
By getting clear beforehand on what you want to change. That determines how the trip is structured, which moments you build in, and how you stimulate teambuilding, connection, and collaboration. This could be an adventurous multi-day trip abroad, but just as easily a special location closer to home where people get to know each other in a different way.
How does a team experience work for large and diverse teams?
Not by having everyone do the same thing, but by designing moments that bring people together despite their differences. Think of a market visit in Marrakech where small mixed groups put together a dinner for the whole party, a music workshop in Naples where no one knows in advance what is expected of them, or a joint challenge in the Ardennes where mixed teams must collaborate. It is precisely that shared surprise that creates a connection you can’t organize at the office.
What makes a team experience different from a company outing or event?
The duration and the different environment make it possible to connect more deeply. We often see that on day one, people are still themselves, just as they are at the office. But on day two (after a shared evening in a masseria in Puglia or a night in a lodge tent in the Norwegian fjords), people have conversations that would never have taken place at a one-day event. That is not a byproduct of a beautiful location, but of what time and context do to people.
How do you ensure the impact of the trip resonates after returning?
By thinking about what you will do afterward even before the trip begins. A team that has explored the Azores together and worked out a joint issue there has something to fall back on. A small intervention after returning, such as a follow-up moment two weeks later or a photo installation at the office that keeps the trip alive, can make the difference between a nice memory and a lasting impact.
Is a staff team experience the right choice for celebrating or motivating?
Not always. Sometimes an incentive trip, corporate event, or strategic session better fits what you want to achieve. An organization ready for a cultural shift benefits more from a multi-day trip through Georgia with conscious reflection moments than from a festive staff event. But a team that has simply worked hard and deserves appreciation might benefit more from a great weekend in Lisbon without too much content. The goal determines the form, and we are happy to advise on that.
ensure your people show up to work differently on Monday?
Tell us what you want to achieve within your team or organization, and we will brainstorm with you about a staff trip that truly contributes to that.
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OTHER WAYS TO MOTIVATE TEAMS
INCENTIVE TRIPS
When you want to do more than just connect, but also reward and deepen the relationship on a personal level. Especially effective when relationships are already strong and you want to strengthen them further.
corporate events
When you have something to celebrate. An anniversary, a milestone, a new chapter. Not every moment requires a strategic goal. Sometimes coming together and celebrating is enough.
anniversary events and trips
When there is something to celebrate that deserves more attention than just a drink. A milestone that calls for a moment people will talk about for years to come, because they experienced it together in a beautiful place.
Custom event or custom trip
When you don't yet know which format fits the goal of highlighting your company or giving your people the attention they deserve.