Up in the Alps
Meeting on piste
CMW, IN COLLABORATION WITH ATOUT FRANCE
(THE FRENCH CVB), LED A CONTINGENT OF AGENCIES TO
MEGÈVE IN THE FRENCH ALPS FOR A TASTE OF CHEESE, WINE…
AND SLEDGING DOWN A MOUNTAIN IN THE DARK.
MARTIN FULLARD REPORTS
What the
agencies say
Tim Collett, head of creative, WRG
Megève is a truly stunning place, it is easy to understand why
many people regard it as one of the most pre-eminent villages in
amiliarisation trips can be
quite par for the course, but
ones that involve skiing
always have an extra edge.
Of course, there is no shortage of ski
resorts which offer delegates the chance
to hurtle down the slopes, so destinations
must find activities that add variety to
the conventional ski trip.
At little more than a one-hour drive
from Geneva Airport, Megève is a quaint
town in the shadow of Mont Blanc.
CMW and senior personnel from
leading UK agencies were given an
opportunity to explore the region. Here
is a taste of what incentive activities are
on offer:
Skiing
No trip to the Alps would be complete
without the option of going skiing. There
is a variety of slopes suitable for skiers of
all abilities.
Beginners will be pleased to know that
there are dedicated slopes available to
them at town-level, free from advanced
skiers, who will no doubt be exploring
the vast network of exciting red slopes.
Instructors are easily booked.
Snowmobile dining
Going out for dinner may seem like a
straightforward exercise, but what about
dining up one of the mountains, in a
small restaurant, at night? Take a
snowmobile ride up a ski trail in the
dark.
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Mildly hair-raising, it is a
tremendously innovative and fun way to
get your delegates talking and laughing,
although not for the faint-hearted.
the Alps.
Simon Hambley, CEO, Strata Creative communications
It was my first time in Megève and I was impressed. Perfect for a
corporate group: accessible, high-quality hotels, intimate, and great
Sledging with a difference
Once dinner is over and snowmobiles
have departed, how about sledging back
down the mountain afterwards? It’s not
as crazy as it sounds.
Once you and your delegates are
wearing head torches, an experienced
guide will lead you down the mountain,
initially on foot, before showing you and
your delegates how to ride a ‘yooner’ – a
single-ski sledge, on which you balance.
It is hilarious good fun and a great
icebreaker for delegates in more ways
than one.
skiing.
More importantly, much wider choice of activities that I expected
beyond the skiing. Great potential for some amazing incentives and
smaller conferences.
Ben Turner, MD, WONDER London
I had never heard of Megève but I was amazed with what it had to
offer in terms of hotels, restaurants and a vast tree-lined ski area
which suits any level of ability.
The proximity to Geneva airport means this is a great location
for short trips, both business and pleasure. I’ve already started
planning our 2019 family ski trip to Megève and can’t wait to go
again.
Dina Green, MD, Corporate & Agency, Freeman EMEA
A flight around the Alps
For the ultimate view of Mt Blanc why
not take a flight? No, not on a
commercial airliner, but in single-prop,
four-seater light aircraft.
A qualified pilot will take you on a
40-minute trip alongside mountains and
high above the skiers in what CMW’s
delegation described as one of the best
experiences they had ever had. What a stunning place to be. Easy to reach, easy to navigate, loads
And more...
There is far more to do in Megève,
including activities such as curling,
ice-skating, a traditional horse-drawn
carriage ride around the town, golf,
mountain biking, and paragliding. Douglas O’Neill, CEO, Inntel
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to do with great facilities to suit most client requirements.
Lizzy Dring, Director, Right Angle Corporate
Megève is a stunning location which I would have no hesitation in
recommending to our corporate clients.
It’s perfect for both small and large groups and would suit both
the incentive market as well as being ideal for large conferences
and team events. Megève is certainly on our radar as a ‘hot’
location for 2019.
Megève is a wonderful resort, not only does it have great skiing but
plenty of activities for those that do not ski or want to enjoy a little
less skiing such as the ice rink, a charming village, flights around
the mountains and of course plenty of restaurants and bars.