It’s the little things that matter and it comes down to amenities.
A flat-screen television or speakers will bring people years of enjoyment. But studies have found that experiences may provide more enduring happiness and so merchandise can provide a richer and more satisfying experience for attendees than a gift alone. As a result, meeting and incentive planners are embracing customized, interactive gifting experiences.
Whether intuitive or creative, there are certain amenities that can be easily and cheaply be implemented, while also keeping your guests delightfully happy from arrival to departure. Providing a welcome amenity for your participants upon arrival will set a positive tone for your program and provide your guests with lingering memories of their stay.
It’s important to make the merchandise offered local and relevant to the destination. It should connect to the memory of the trip. We recommend you to incorporate something local from the destination. If you are in Mexico for example, you can set up a market with Mexican typical crafts and souvenirs.
Other great ideas and commonly used are technology items. They work well, like Bluetooth speakers, headsets, and GoPro video cameras with accessories. These are always fun to give on site as people start to use them immediately.
Branded merchandise typically works best for meetings. Water bottles, tote bags, battery chargers, and international power adapters are popular.
Wellness is taking a growing role in customized gifting experiences. It is a great idea to have mountain bikes, beach cruisers, fitness, or commuter bikes on hand for attendees.
Providing a unique gift and distributing it in a unique way, creates excitement and memories that are talked about for years amongst colleagues.
We have a wonderful array of items sure to please the most discerning traveler, besides we have alliances and contacts with key suppliers. Ask for the many offerings available we can include in you meeting events.
