Discover how to ‘wow’ a client at your next meeting with these luxury business destinations.
The luxury travel industry doesn’t discriminate. Some destinations stand out from the crowd, whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure. When you’re traveling for business, however, there are some things that you need to pay close attention to. You need to consider how that location will better your chances of closing a deal and how the attractions will put your client at ease and make them feel you’re invested in their comfort and success. Consider how your travel experience will leave the best and most lasting impression on those you work with. These luxury travel destinations will make you look like the host with the most when you take your business trips this year.
1. Amsterdam
If your business leads you to the Netherlands or the clients you’re dealing with have a penchant for delicious chocolate and beautiful scenery, Amsterdam is one of the best locations you could choose. For good reason, Amsterdam is the biggest luxury and tourist destination in the Netherlands. Amsterdam Airport Schiphol is perfectly set up to facilitate the landing of any private plane. The airport has VIP services for high-end customers: you and your clients will be well taken care of whether you’re arriving or departing.
The cultural attractions in Amsterdam will keep you and your clients entertained while you’re not in the boardroom. The art, in particular, is a draw card when visiting this beautiful city. There is the Museum van Loon in Keizersgracht, which was once the home of Willem van Loon – the founder of the Dutch East India Company. Not only does this location house lovely art, but it’s one of the most stunningly restored homes in the canal district.
If wining and dining is the order of the day, Amsterdam will rise to the occasion magnificently. Amsterdam has it covered whether you’re wooing a prospective client, celebrating a big win, or simply looking for some good food. Flore offers seasonal tasting menus, Pesca is a club-come-restaurant that provides the best fresh seafood, and De Kas is the place to go if you want to wow clients with a lovely location.
2. Hong Kong
The vibrant culture of Hong Kong, both during the day and after dark, makes it an ideal location for luxury business travel. Enjoy five-star dining experiences and more luxury hotels than you can count — perfect for the best possible client experience.
Since the beautiful culture is one of the major draw cards in the city, why not invite your clients to experience it by indulging in an evening cruise on a traditional junk boat? Take in the dazzling skyline and treat your guests to the best food and drinks while on board.
One surefire way to ensure the highest level of comfort and that your clients will be in an excellent mood is to book the best hotel available: the Mandarin Oriental. The spacious suites offer views of both the harbor and skyline, and the nine hotel bars and restaurants (including one with two Michelin stars to its name) offer the best Asian cuisine. The Shanghainese-inspired spa will keep guests at their most relaxed: the perfect end to a long day of business talk.
3. Madrid
Madrid is a city that is made for luxury. Everywhere you look, there’s something to feast your eyes upon. From architecture to art, delectable delicacies to natural beauty, there’s something in this city for everyone. A business trip to Madrid is one in which you can not only experience Spanish culture at its best but also relax and experience true beauty.
If your clients are connoisseurs of art and history, there are several ways to entertain them. Spend an entire day (as art appreciation cannot be rushed) visiting the Prado Museum and the Sofia Modern Art Museum to enjoy the works of masters like Picasso, Dali, and Velasques. For the luxury experience, book a private tour and fill your clients in on absorbing details about the artists and their works. Leaving the city for the day could be an exciting way to relax yourselves and your clients before an important meeting: why not take them to the historic town of Toledo?
Madrid has luxury locations for holding meetings or attending conferences in high style. The AC Hotel Atocha by Marriott is well known as a plush location for large gatherings, as is the Ayre Gran Hotel Colón.
4. London
Last but not least, the one and only London. Well known as a city where luxury is king, London is a beautiful place to schedule training, meetings, or deal signings. From high-end shopping (because everyone needs something to occupy their hours outside the boardroom) to Michelin-starred food experiences, London is a business mecca.
Landing at Heathrow is a luxury experience, as the VIP lounge awaits discerning travelers. Have a chauffeur collect you from VIP and take you directly to your first meeting, but only after you have a meal crafted by Michelin-starred chef Jason Atherton. Relax after you’ve talked business for a while by attending a performance at the Royal Opera House — the epitome of class and refinement. Include a private tour of the building to learn about its illustrious history. If you want to indulge in English culture, sign a deal over afternoon tea (including champagne): book a table at the Ritz and devour the tiniest sandwiches and most delicious cakes ever made.
Business Concluded
A trip to any of these luxurious international destinations will leave you, your staff, and your clients all feeling like you’ve experienced something extraordinary. A luxury business trip should relax and reassure all parties. These locations are the ultimate in tastefulness and a perfect way to ensure your clients return to you repeatedly.
