Why Iceland is the Perfect Location for Conferences & Meetings
Meeting with clients or partners can often require spectacular settings, whether the meeting is routine or a more momentous occasion. When there is business to be done or important conversations to be held, the backdrop can sometimes be neglected. However, a great destination can make all the difference to a corporate atmosphere.
A meeting in itself is often just a fraction of a business trip, and Iceland can offer something unique and extraordinary for all interests. Whether you’ve visited a hundred times or have never been before, there is always something to enjoy here. Let’s take a look at some of Iceland’s winning qualities for your next conference destination.
Natural Beauty of Iceland
This should come as no surprise as a reason to visit Iceland, but why is it important for corporate getaways? With the abundance of outdoor activities to get your heart racing, there are countless opportunities for team-building experiences that are a little out of the ordinary. If your team is up for it and has the time, ice hiking, ice climbing, hiking, caving, and more are all excellent activities to allow your team to spend some time away from the meeting rooms. These experiences are also a great opportunity to treat your clients.
If excitement isn’t something you’re looking for on a team trip or conference, the Golden Circle provides some stunning natural sites very accessible from the capital. This is a good way to get people out and about and make lasting memories with clients or colleagues. Getting out in nature like this can release stress and relax minds so that people feel ready to tackle big challenges back in the boardroom.
Unique Culture
Incorporating the values and cultural elements of your destination into your corporate event can elevate the occasion. The history, food, and language in Iceland are all fascinating to experience first-hand. Reykjavík has many examples of all three and wider cultural aspects for visitors to enjoy. Museums and galleries around the capital are excellent ways to educate your teams and employees about the finer points of Icelandic history and add something a little different to your meeting-packed days.
Perhaps most notably, the culinary scene offers a huge range of cuisines, formalities, and price ranges, so you can really choose the establishments that best reflect your company values or client relationships. There are also bars and pubs for socialising later into the evening, where firmer friendships are developed and future conversations can be made easier.
Emphasis on Wellness
Its unique geology influences more than just the landscapes of Iceland. With the water being some of the cleanest in the world and geothermal energy in abundance, you’ll find an incredible number of spas and swimming pools to enjoy. So if your meetings are anticipated to be stressful environments or you think your visitors deserve a wellness treat, Iceland is the perfect place to go. Plan a trip to the Blue Lagoon or lesser-known Sky Lagoon for your teams to indulge in an hour or two of dreamy relaxation.
Sustainability Efforts
If one of your core values or aims as a company is to be as green as possible, you might want to choose a location that shares this dedication. With so much geothermal energy to make use of, Iceland is a wildly sustainable destination. From powering large cities to heating water, Reykjavík is a location that can’t be faulted for its sustainability. So if you’re looking to make more of an effort towards your sustainability policies, Iceland is your dream location.
Accessibility
Aside from all that Iceland has to offer, its accessibility cannot be understated. Located strategically between Europe and the United States, it is incredibly easy to get to for your European or North American connections. For large events, it's important to consider this as an important factor, as you’ll want to maximise the amount of people in attendance for large occasions.
What’s more, the distance between the international airport in Keflavík and the centre of Reykjavík is very short. The capital is reachable by public transport, shuttle, or taxi at all hours, making reaching the conference or event facility that much simpler.
Why Choose Íslandshótel For Your Event?
If you’re already considering Iceland as a conference or meeting destination, you may be browsing for corporate venues in Reykjavík. Íslandshótel has over 25 meeting and event venues in downtown Reykjavík and all around Iceland. Our business facilities are part of the Reykjavík Convention Bureau, so you can be sure of the quality of what we offer. Grand Hotel Reykjavik is also certified by the Nordic Swan Ecolabel, making us the only hotel in Reykjavík to conform to their criteria for hotels. Book your meeting or event in Iceland with us today.