Are you thinking of surprising your guests at your next corporate event? Without doubt, a rural event would be the perfect way to do this. The benefits of being in contact with nature, for organisers, people at conventions, or corporate meetings, are countless. And here at the Costa del Sol Málaga Convention Bureau, we have a few tips to share with you. Bank on a rural setting for your business events and enjoy the incredible nature that surrounds you: the perfect backdrop for your work get-togethers.
Advantages of organising corporate events in the Costa del Sol countryside
1. The natural environment
Rural areas in the Costa del Sol offer an impressive natural environment to hold meetings and corporate events, whether you choose the mountains, or somewhere by the sea. Your guests will be able to enjoy the landscape in all its beauty while working and relaxing.
2. Privacy
Staying in a rural property offers a lot more privacy than the conventional meeting venues, so that people can concentrate better on their work and also on the interpersonal relationships that are so important to build.
3. Space for large groups
Rural or country houses often have plenty of space to accommodate big groups of people, which can be a great advantage for event organisers. What’s more, these places tend to have open spaces so you can enjoy outdoor activities.
4. Relaxed atmosphere
Accommodation in a rural setting provides a relaxing and comfortable atmosphere that can help stimulate creativity and fuel collaboration between colleagues. The natural calm environment reduces stress and improves the emotional well-being of your guests.
5. Recreational activities
Rural houses in the Costa del Sol are normally located in areas with a wide range of recreational activities nearby that you can enjoy, including hiking, cycling, cave exploring, swimming, and water sports. These activities can be the ideal way to break the ice, create a friendly atmosphere, and encourage collaboration.
Rural events: activities that get the most out of the natural environment
As you can see, there are so many advantages to organising rural corporate events. If we’ve convinced you to try some out for yourself, here are some activity ideas for your business meetings in nature in the Costa del Sol.
1. Outdoor workshops and activities
Ensure your guests get to enjoy the sun and fresh air. The Costa del Sol has truly exceptional weather, with an average annual temperature of 20 degrees and more than 320 days of sun each year. Organise workshops and activities in the open air to make the most of these incredible weather conditions, while also ensuring the activities are fun and informative at the same time. An idea could be to organise a cooking workshop where people learn how to prepare typical dishes from the area using or even foraging for local ingredients. Or you could organise a photography workshop to capture the beauty of the rural location.
2. Team building
Team building activities are an excellent way to promote collaboration and teamwork amongst colleagues. You can organise activities such as building bridges, orienteering races, or even outdoor sports competitions.
3. Cultural events
The Costa del Sol is so rich in culture and heritage and you can use this as inspiration for your event. For example, you could organise a themed party in honour of local culture.
4. Yoga and meditation
Yoga and meditation can be excellent ways to relax and alleviate stress. An outdoor yoga class at sunrise or sunset, or a guided meditation session right in the centre of the calming and natural environment, could both be options to make your corporate event that bit more special.
5. Día de campo Day out in the countryside
Another way to take advantage of the natural environment around you is to organise a day out in the countryside with activities like hiking trails, ball games, and to end the day, a barbecue of course.
6. Evening events
Organising events in the countryside doesn’t mean that all the fun has to take place in the day time. You could also include nighttime events like dinners in a relaxed and bubbly atmosphere, live music, or an outdoor cinema experience with a film screening.
To sum up, work meetups in the countryside can be a great way to encourage collaboration, creativity, and emotional wellbeing amongst colleagues. What’s more, it's a way to show off the area’s beautiful natural landscapes: places like the Sierra de Las Nieves national park, the Gran Senda - a famous footpath - Bosque de Cobre - copper forest - or the incredible beaches in the Costa del Sol, not to mention the countless leisure activities available. All this makes the Costa del Sol a very attractive choice when looking for a rural setting for your business meetups. And the possibilities of how you connect with nature during the event are endless. But remember, when you’re planning a corporate event in the Costa del Sol, to make sure the atmosphere is relaxed and comfortable for your guests, and that they are surrounded by beautiful nature, which is steeped in heritage.They’ll certainly have an unforgettable experience.
