MICE Tourism: An Opportunity for Corporate Events in Nature
MICE tourism, or business tourism, is a key sector of the economy that encompasses all travel and stays made for professional purposes, such as meetings, congresses, conferences, or trade fairs. This type of tourism has a significant economic impact, as it generates revenue for hotel, catering, transport companies, and other related sectors.
However, today we want to talk to you about the social impact of these meetings and team-building activities, and how holding them in the heart of nature helps strengthen the bonds between a company’s employees. These informal gatherings, away from the work environment, can help create a more positive and cohesive atmosphere within the organization.
Difficulties of Organizing Corporate Activities in the Workplace
What company wouldn’t want a motivated, connected, and harmonious team? Strengthening the bonds between team members is a major challenge, and it’s often difficult to achieve within the daily routine and the confines of the regular workspace.
One of the main obstacles is that employees are often more focused on their tasks than on interacting with their colleagues, which can cause team-building activities to take a back seat.
On the other hand, within the work environment, it is more difficult to encourage role changes or deeper reflections, which can hinder connection between people from different departments or hierarchical levels.
That’s why more and more companies are choosing to organize meetings and events in nature — in spaces specifically designed to host corporate groups and located in exceptional natural settings.
Benefits of Organizing Gatherings in Nature
Disconnecting, breathing fresh air, changing the setting and dynamics — these are the main benefits of holding corporate gatherings in the heart of nature. Replacing concrete with greenery allows us to see the horizon from a new perspective, which can be a source of inspiration and creativity.
Meetings in natural environments help employees think “outside the box” and generate new ideas, promoting both innovation and team cohesion.
How to Choose the Best Venue for Meeting Tourism
When selecting a venue for corporate activities, it is essential to consider the following factors:
- Location: The venue should be situated in a place that is accessible for all participants.
- Facilities: It should have the necessary infrastructure for the event, such as conference rooms, meeting spaces, restaurants, or leisure areas.
- Services: It’s important to define the needs of the event to ensure the venue offers all the required services. What type of event is it? How many people will attend? What facilities and resources are needed?
- Experience: Choosing a venue with a strong track record in organizing events ensures greater success and smoother execution of the gathering.
El Jou Nature: the Ultimate MICE Venue in the Heart of Berguedà
Hotel El Jou Nature offers an ideal natural setting to host meetings and corporate events. Located in the heart of Berguedà, it’s the perfect space to organize the event your company needs.
We offer you a wide range of incomparable indoor and outdoor spaces, surrounded by nature. Our hotel is ideal for organizing all types of events, such as:
- Meetings
- Incentive trips
- Conferences, trainings, and team-building activities
- Exhibitions, presentations and congresses
One of our greatest assets is our unparalleled landscape: over 1,400 hectares of nature in the heart of the Pre-Pyrenees, in a peaceful setting with all the facilities and services needed to ensure the success of your event.
At El Jou Nature, we offer:
Event coordinator: A professional dedicated to your company to manage every detail.
7 meeting rooms with capacities ranging from 20 to 400 people.
40 comfortable and cozy rooms, designed with noble materials and wood.
Restaurant offering a varied and high-quality cuisine, prepared with fresh local products.
In-house audiovisual equipment and customized setup according to the needs of the event.
Commitment to sustainability: We are a Green House Hotel with a genuine and honest dedication to respecting the environment.
Additional services: We organize activities within the hotel, offer guided excursions, and manage extra services such as transfers.
Connection, well-being, and nature: the key to success in MICE events
Engaging in team activities in nature, especially in the workplace context, is a proven way to enhance employee connection and overall well-being.
If you’re looking for the ideal venue for your MICE tourism event, trust the experience of Hotel El Jou Nature.
We’d love to help you organize it!
