FAMTRIP MICE UK
6th to 9th May 2016
Mallorca is the largest island in the Balearics Islands, located in the Mediterranean. It's location means it is no more than a three hour flight from northern Europe, making it easily accessible for those in search of a little piece of paradise. With it's historic past, the city has many wonderful buildings and its capital city Palma has impressive architecture, dating from medieval times through to the modernist era. Palma is also home to the most varied nightlife, with top quality restaurants and a host of late night bars & clubs. It is also a place steeped in history, with a rich artisan and cultural scene and excellent gastronomy. Add to that the glorious beaches and majestic mountains, wealth of historical buildings and cultural experiences, you will soon see that Palma is a buzzing and cosmopolitan city. The island also offers theme parks for all the family and all the shopping you could care to do whilst on holiday. So whether you want to visit one of the beautiful country houses, enter some remarkable caves, or chill out in a beach, Majorca has it! The island is well-known for its purpose built resorts and package holidays, being a destination where everyone can find their own spot, whether that be a quiet coastal village, a party-central beach resort, a mountain hideaway or a rural
idyll. With over 500km of coastline, the are over 200 beaches to choose from on Mallorca. The east coast is filled
with little
sandy coves, ideal for sailing and snorkelling. The west coast may lack sandy beaches but more than makes up for it with dramatic cliffs and stunning scenery. Welcome to an island with 300 days of sunshine a year, hot summers and mild winters, would you need more?
FAMTRIP MICE UK
6th to 9th May 2016
Ibiza has been a popular tourism destination for its beach and clubbing tourism, as well as to a lesser extent for being a family resort in which the majority of these stays have been based on a mass standardised product basis. However, recently high end and MICE tourism has become a competing market and the centre of interest for development. There is a clear attempt and opportunity to offer an alternative product to the standardized and established sun and sea tourism which has long dominated the island. Many travellers know little of the scenery and the unique cultural heritage that led UNESCO to include the island on the World Heritage list in 1999. An historic date in which the biodiversity and ibicencan culture achieved international recognition. Far away from the sun, the beach and the clubs… The narrow, winding streets of Dalt Vila (Ibiza’s old town), full of picturesque nooks that seem to be
suspended in time, are a good example of all there is to discover. The area is full of bohemian ambiences, romantic spots, and stunning views over the city and the sea. The island hosts an exceptional coastline with some of the world’s most beautiful beaches. The sea, uniquely clear and with reflections of bright turquoise, and the fine sand of the beaches combine to make one of the most idyllic landscapes on the Pitiusa islands (Ibiza and Formentera). Ibiza’s oceanic Posidonia beds (seagrass) are the best preserved beds in the Mediterranean basin!
Ibiza will seduce you with its scenery, climate and people; but also because it offers the best Mediterranean cuisine right on the beach, in historical places, in the countryside or under a starry sky. Welcome to a journey for the all senses…
ME IBIZA, ROOM
Friday, 6th May 2016 13.10
BA450 Flight from London Heathrow to Palma de Mallorca Airport. Please proceed to check in and meet your hosts Maria Yacoub at the departure gate (or in the arrivals hall in Palma, if we miss one another!). * Dress code: Comfortable/Casual for travelling.
16.35
Arrival at Palma Airport and transfer to Port of Palma.
17.35
Catamaran sailing trip with drinks on board.
19.00
Arrival to Calvia Bay Beach (500 metres walk to the hotel)
19.15
Check in at the ME Mallorca, 4* and overnight accommodation.
21.30
Site visit followed by dinner in our Pez Playa Restaurant, where you will experience fantastic views of the Mediterranean and innovative, unique and contemporary culinary dishes! Our ME Mallorca is ideally located by the beach, surrounded by a great variety of Mediterranean pines and palms and connected to the world famous Nikki Beach. You will discover a hotel perfect for your incentive groups. It has 4 meeting spaces and one large space with 130m2 with direct access to the pool area overlooking the sea! The maximum capacity of their meeting spaces is 120 delegates in theatre style.
ME MALLORCA, OUTSIDE
ME MALLORCA, RESTAURANT
ME MALLORCA, MEETING
Saturday, 7th May 2016 09.00
Breakfast at the ME Mallorca. *Dress code: Comfortable / Casual
10.00
Check out and transfer to Gran Melia de Mar, 5*.
10.30
Site visit at the Gran Melia de Mar. The hotel has just been rebranded (from Melia de Mar). It is a luxury adults only hotel with privileged location. There are 144 rooms, all
with terraces and spectacular views. Perfect for high-end meetings (added value of Red Glove service
available) with natural daylight, sea views and a max capacity of 220 theatre style. 11.30
Site inspection of the TRYP Palma Bellver, 4* and Melia Palas Atenea, 4*. (walking distance). The two hotels offer panoramic views of the Bay and are located in the heart of one of the most important commercial and business districts of Mallorca. TRYP Bellver is a classic hotel perfect for small groups with up to 10 meeting rooms and 80 delegates in classroom set up. Definitely value for money! Melia Palas Atenea is a renovated hotel with 361 bright rooms with terrace. It is the perfect choice for business and groups of over 300 delegates offering 17 modern spaces (12 with natural daylight).
13.00
Lunch at Melia Palas Atenea followed by free time.
GRAN MELIA DE MAR, OUTSIDE
TRYP PALMA BELLVER, MEETING
MELIA PALAS ATENEA, ROOM
15.45
Meeting at the Melia Palas Atenea and walk to the Gran Melia Victoria, 5*
16.00
Site visit at the Gran Melia Victoria followed by refreshments. This luxury resort in Palma, with 171 rooms (the majority with stunning views of the Bay and the Cathedral) has a modern convention centre equipped with the latest technology and the Red Globe dedicated service. Perfect for incentives, meetings and congresses, with 11 meeting rooms up to 800 delegates in theatre style.
17.00
Transfer to Palma de Mallorca airport.
18.50
UX1710 Flight to Ibiza
19.30
Arrival to Ibiza airport where we will meet Monica Sanchez (Trade Relations & MICE Executive at Tour Spain) and transfer to the Sol Beach House Ibiza, 4*.
20.00
Check in and free time.
22.00
Dinner at our Shack Restaurant and overnight at the hotel.
23.00
One way transfer to Old Town or a Night Club.
GRAN MELIA VICTORIA, MEETING
GRAN MELIA VICTORIA, ROOM
SOL BEACH HOUSE IBIZA, OUTSIDE
Sunday, 8th May 2016 09.00
Breakfast at our Sol Beach House Ibiza. * Dress code: Comfortable clothes and swimsuit required.
10.00
Check out followed by a site visit of the hotel. The Sol Beach House is an ideal hotel for incentives located in Santa Eulalia, next to the Congress Centre. It is adults only with bright and cosy rooms and fantastic views and a Large meeting room which can be converted into 3 independent rooms up to 150 delegates.
11.00
Transfer to Santa Eulalia Port and sailing trip to discover the cost of the beautiful north of the Island and Tagomago Island.
13.45
Picnic lunch in a very special area
15.15
Transfer to the ME Ibiza , check in and time to change clothes.
16.00
Transfer to the Old Town of Ibiza (Dalt Vila) where we will have the chance to discover the main streets.
17.15
Cocktail with spectacular views to the city followed by discover y time at the market where you can buy artisan objects.
19.00
Transfer to the ME Ibiza, 5* and overnight stay.
20.30
Site inspection followed by dinner at our succulent Salt & Sea Restaurant. ME Ibiza offers a privileged location with direct access by boat. A place where sophistication blends with boho, where local culture welcomes lifestyle travellers and where the music beats you. With 205 minimalist, Ibiza-inspired dĂŠcor rooms and perfect for exclusive meetings and incentives with 2 multifunctional rooms up to 120 delegates in theatre style.
ME IBIZA, MODE ROOM
ME IBIZA, SUITE TERRACE
SOL BEACH HOUSE IBIZA, MEETING
Monday, 9th May 2016 Morning
Leisure time at the hotel.
10.30
Meeting at the lobby for a farewell brunch.
12.00
Transfer to the Sol House “Mixed by Ibiza Rocks” for a quick show around property prior to our arrival home.
12.45
Site visit to the property. Sol House “Mixed by Ibiza Rocks” has just been renovated and it is located right on Punta Pinet beach in San Antonio Bay with magnificent sea views and a unique selection of food and drink.
13.40
Transfer to Ibiza Airport.
16.05
BA 8462 Fight back to London City Airport.
In collaboration with:
Marcos Iriondo Director
Mónica Sánchez Trade Relations & MICE Executive
Conventions, Incentives, Product launches, Congresses, Special groups
Spanish Tourist Office 6th Floor 64 North Row, London, W1K 7DE Tel: +44 (0) 20 7317 2015
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UK GLOBAL SALES OFFICE - Your Hosts and Contacts
Neill Hendry Head of MICE UK Neill.hendry@melia.com
Maria Yacoub Global Account Manager Maria.yacoub@melia.com
Roger Bradley Senior Global Account Manager Roger.bradley@melia.com
Miriam Ferreiro Global Account Coordinator Miriam.ferreiro@melia.com
Alexandre dos Santos Global Account Coordinator Alexandre.santos@melia.com
Lisa Carter Global Account Manager Lisa.carter@melia.com
Marina Clapes Global Account Coordinator Marina.clapes@melia.com
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