BUSINESS EVENTSINSPIRING CONFERENCESAND INNOVATIVE INCENTIVESWe offer some of the world’s mostdazzling locations for memorablemeetings and off-piste activities.Venice Simplon-<strong>Orient</strong>-<strong>Express</strong>, EuropeWhat better way to reward an individual or groupthan with a journey aboard this legendary train.Ubud Hanging Gardens and Jimbaran Puri Bali,Bali, Indonesia.These twin hotels in Bali form an ideal two-centreconference venue. Meet beside a beautiful beach,then move to the island’s cultural hub in the hills.Take over a carriage—or the entire train: the VeniceSimplon-<strong>Orient</strong>-<strong>Express</strong> is made for movies and events.The Inn at Perry Cabin, Maryland, USABecome an apprentice for a day and learn to builda Chesapeake Bay boat, a fun activity for bothindividuals and teams. This spacious, historic hotelalso boasts great conference facilities.interiors of ‘21’ also put in appearances in the 2010comedy Morning Glory, with Harrison Ford andRachel McAdams, and 2008’s Sex and the City.Showcasing the islands of Thailand in all theirpristine, white-sand glory was Danny Boyle’s TheBeach, the 2000 adaptation of Alex Garland’s novelin which backpackers, led by Leonardo DiCaprio,get more than they bargained for when searchingfor an earthly paradise. The group first meets in KohSamui, on the Gulf of Thailand, home to the secludedNapasai resort and a genuinely idyllic beach. Morerecently, Eat Pray Love provided us with a feast forthe eyes and a taste of Balinese heaven. Starring JuliaRoberts on a spiritual quest, the 2010 film is all aboutthe island’s lush vegetation, rice terraces and stonetemples. Stay at Jimbaran Puri Bali, on one of theisland’s best beaches, or the jungle retreat of UbudHanging Gardens for your own uplifting experience.For more information, please visit:orient-express.com/businesseventsHotel Caruso, Ravello, ItalyGo on a treasure hunt through lemon-scentedtrails. Crest the waves along the Amalfi Coast ina glamorous boat. Or learn to cook local cuisine.Incentive activities abound at this clifftop hotel.Mount Nelson Hotel, Cape Town, South AfricaPositioned in vast gardens at the historic centreof the city, this is a magical venue for gatheringsof every size. Whether indoors or out, it has longbeen the go-to address for great get-togethers..Copacabana Palace, Rio de Janeiro, BrazilWith its marble staircase, sparkling chandeliersand fabulous view over Copacabana beach,this celebrated hotel is hugely sought after forincentives, intimate meetings and major events.orient-express.com/conferencesorient-express.com/incentives58
FAMILY & FRIENDSUNFORGETTABLEGET-TOGETHERSMeet up with your nearest and dearest for great occasions or arelaxing few days of fun activities that you’ll always remember.CELEBRATE SPECIAL DATESIN MEMORABLE STYLEMother’s Day and Valentine’sDay are just two occasionswhen you can show your lovedones how much you care. Ourspecial day excursions aboardthe beautiful British Pullmanand Northern Belle trainsenable you to mark these andother landmark dates in style.SMALL PLEASURES FORTINY TRAVELLERSYoungsters of all ages enjoytailor-made fun at Reid’s Palace,Madeira. Little ones have theirown pool, local-style mini-houseand play area, while teenagersboast their own technology suite,with everything from computersto a sound-proofed room toset up their own rock band.ALL THE MAGIC OF THEMEXICAN RIVIERAMaroma Resort and Spa offers awealth of thrilling activities, botharound its own jungle-fringedestate and at cultural attractionsfurther afield. The beach leads toa range of watersports, or headinland for Mayan temples andnature reserves: there’s somethingfor everyone in your group.59
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