Choosing a foreign MICE destination can be a stressful decision – especially if your event takes place in winter. We’ve collated some of the best MICE destinations for business trips during the winter period.
Top MICE destinations for winter
Choosing a foreign destination for a business meeting, incentive, conference or exhibition (MICE) can be a stressful decision – especially if your event takes place in winter. For inspiration, we’ve collated some of the best MICE destinations for winter that offer the infrastructure, space and activities required for an unforgettable business trip.
Once you’ve made your choice, call one of our team to organise your private jet or group charter there and back. Our charter experts will take care of everything from start to finish and are available 24/7 to handle your requests.
Innsbruck, Austria
Nestled at the foot of the Alps, the Tyrolean capital is a great destination for winter MICE trips. This thriving mountain resort sits in close proximity to Germany, Italy and Switzerland and offers a state-of-the-art conference centre and several business hotels located within easy reach of the city’s heart.
Your group can spend their downtime skiing, exploring the historic old town and discovering sights like the Golden Roof and Imperial Hofburg. In the evenings, Innsbruck’s many bars and restaurants are perfect for networking drinks and other corporate events.
To book your exclusive group or private charter to Innsbruck, talk to one of our team who will organise your air travel from start to finish and tailor them based on your requirements.
Zurich, Switzerland
Switzerland is one of Europe’s go-to destinations for winter meetings, incentives, conferences and events. The easily accessible country takes just four hours to cross from east to west and three hours from south to north, and is home to an array of popular cities for business travel including Davos, Geneva, Lucerne, Interlaken, Montreux and Bern.
Zurich is Switzerland’s top spot for MICE trips, thanks to its famous shopping district and buzzing nightlife. Many of the city’s hotels have luxury suites and event spaces perfect for hosting small- to medium-sized events, while the convention centre’s famous gold-ceilinged music hall holds larger functions. In the winter months, business visitors can ski and unwind in mountain spas between meetings.
If you’re planning a MICE trip to Zurich or elsewhere in Switzerland, contact us today to book your exclusive group or private jet charter.
Reykjavík, Iceland
Business Destinations Magazine named Reykjavík ‘Best MICE Destination in Europe 2017’ and the Icelandic capital remains a popular choice for corporate travel. Easily accessible by air from over 80 cities across Europe and North America, this vibrant cultural centre can host a range of events from its award-winning conference centres and first-class hotels.
Extend your business itinerary to include a tour of the explosive geysers, waterfalls and volcanic craters found in Iceland’s breathtaking Golden Triangle. Visiting in the winter also gives your clients a better chance of spotting the Northern Lights, which can be sought out on a guided excursion or admired from the warm waters of the famous Blue Lagoon.
To book your exclusive group or private charter to Reykjavík, talk to one of our team today.
Oslo, Norway
Norway's capital is a fantastic winter MICE destination where you’ll find a range of conference venues, cultural events and entertainment. The forests of Nordmarka are just a 20-minute tram ride from the city centre, or you could tie in a stay in nearby Lillehammer for top-class skiing and beautiful scenery that will certainly get your group talking.
Known as the ‘Gateway to the Fjords’ and home to a UNESCO-listed medieval wharf, Norway’s second city of Bergen on the west coast is another great location for corporate trips. Or for something a little different, base your group in the vibrant city of Bodø, where you can combine business meetings with extraordinary adventures on day-trips to nearby fjords, mountains, glaciers and beaches.
If you’re planning a winter MICE trip to Oslo or elsewhere in Norway, talk to one of our team to arrange your group or private jet charter there.
Marrakech, Morocco
Boasting more than 300 days a year of sunshine, Marrakech is a fantastic location for winter MICE travel. Along with the world-class Palais des Congrès convention centre, the city centre is home to numerous four- and five-star hotels geared up to support large events. For something more secluded try the Palmeraie Golf Palace Resort, which hosted part of the UN COP22 climate change conference and is a short drive from the city centre.
The less crowded cooler months are a great time to travel to this eclectic hub. Along with exploring the endless souks on guided tours of the bustling Djemaa el-Fna market square, the city’s rooftop cafés are perfect for informal networking drinks and dinners. Excursions can also be arranged to traditional Berber villages in the Atlas Mountains.
To book your exclusive group or private charter to Marrakech, talk to one of our team today.