Frequently Asked Questions

A team retreat is a full-bodied escape from the usual. Not a break; a breakthrough. A place where culture, creativity, mindset and strategic alignment roll the dice together. Gather the crew offline to reconnect. So you can bring back magic to the online, as the collective united. Nature-fueled brainstorms, adventure afternoons, surf sessions between strategy and brekkie or dinner. Not too shabby right? It's hard to beat the momentum of shared laughter and new experiences together. It's a moment to stand still and celebrate, creating an ever lasting bound travelling years, places, and rooms where the walls may not whisper but your employer brand does: chanting emotions, opportunity and impact.

I mean.. Why wouldn't you? Do you really think a Slack thread will save your company culture? Time to embed story telling and intention by default. You need real trust. Creative fuel and eye openers. A space for laughter, not burnout pressure. Live the roots of your company culture or reinvent them? Retreats are where you: → Celebrate the wins together → Sync vision, energy, and direction → Step back to move forward faster, stronger, aligned It's a funny thing that cognitive thinking machine up there. Anybody home? Thinkers and those with agency ideally.

Team Retreat: Focused, small-unit, often department-level or leadership-based. Intimate, intentional, culture-deepening. Healthy confrontations and challenges. Uplifts of momentum and spirits that even a wolfpack may find challenging to beat. Company Offsite: Full org-wide gatherings; a chance to align vision, share wins, set future sails. Your internal un-conference with a heartbeat. Distributed teams become a full force collective. Both are transformative. The difference lies in scope, scale and purpose. If you're really honest with yourself.. What is it that you truly desire to achieve? Say no more, we got you.

Jump onto that rocket launch because we just hit the fast-forward button! In the future of work, we have been gifted with the ability to bring our office wherever the Wi-Fi twinkles. A workation means to combine work with travel whilst working remotely, meaning to be location independent indefinitely or for a period of time. It creates opportunities to take balanced and well-deserved quality time off, whilst having the ability to manage responsibilities. Travel has never been more accessible for those working in corporate jobs. This trend has become one of the most sought-after company benefits.

→ Get inspired during leisure, gain new perspectives, and spark your creativity → Go on an adventure and be more active → Explore nature and deep dive culture → Create a balanced and healthy lifestyle → Become more productive and feeling more relaxed → Make the most of your time, save time on commutes, access holiday mode in a heartbeat → Reuniting with co-workers, friends or establishing new connections

Plan and organize your workation wisely! It's important to know where you will be staying, and if there is a steady Wi-Fi speed so you can be productive. Workations generally provide a lot of opportunities to travel during the off-shoulder season. This is decreasing pressure on tourist hot spots, resulting in lesser crowds and reduced costs. Make sure to double-check: → Flight schedules and options → Legislation for your passport/visa/work status → Travel and cancellation insurance → If employed, discuss with leaders and HR in timely manner

Entrepreneurs and employees at companies with remote and hybrid work strategies tend to have access to workations. Jobs & roles with high potential: → Management and Consulting → Internet and Technology (IT) → Sales and Customer Success → Recruitment → Personal Assistance → Marketing More people continue to get access as employees want more flexibility and employers see the benefits too.

The duration depends on your personal wishes, possibilities, and limitations. However, the most common is between 2 and 4 weeks. Consider: → When and where are you planning to go? → How long do you feel comfortable leaving for? → Do you have any restrictions due to schedules or laws? → What does your budget look like? Companies allowing workations tend to apply a maximum of 30/45 workdays per country to avoid tax residency complications.

According to Forbes research: → Productivity increases by 35-40% → Better performance because of stronger autonomy → Increased engagement, resulting in 41% lower absenteeism → Companies become more profitable due to increased outcomes and potentially less costs for in-office activities Workations & retreats are seen as one of the best perks out there for attracting and retaining top talent.

Are you feeling stuck in the 9-5, feeling like you're missing out, or like you're trapped? Not taking any breaks or is the winter depression hitting you hard? Are you feeling: → Stressed or unbalanced → Anxious or uninspired → Burned out or working overtime → Having a hard time focusing → Disconnected from working at home Or... you're just simply ready to hit the road dipping into culture, nature, adventure, and explorations!

Driftawave is your full-service, end-to-end partner for team retreats, group workations, and company offsites; trusted by founders, leaders in HR and People Operations. For Companies - Why Driftawave is the Smart Choice: → One Partner. One Invoice. Zero Hassle — saves 40-100+ hours of internal admin → Fully Legal & Risk-Covered — AON Travel Liability, VZR Garant, Calamiteitenfonds, ANVR Member → Simple Finance Setup — streamlined or direct participant invoicing → Scalable & Flexible — 12-500+ attendees → Trusted Global Network — vetted venues and expert facilitators → Culture With ROI — measurable post-retreat impact → Tailored, People-First Design — neurodiverse-friendly, no cookie-cutter agendas → White-Glove EA & Chief of Staff Support — planning decks, itineraries, dietary flows → Ethical & Sustainable — local sourcing, ocean sustainability focus

Because you're not just planning 'a trip'. You're setting the stage for a culture shift. We bring a rare fusion of skill, global fluency and fueled experience: → Years of experience in international travel consultancy, with awards won → A background in tech talent solutions & future of work trends → Countless hours of craftsmanship in hospitality & events → A marketer's mind with a global creative lens Not a toolkit. A full ecosystem for you to tap into. So you focus on what matters most: People. Culture. Evolution. Thanks to our global network, we've got feet, eyes, and ears on the ground across multiple continents and cultures.

We protect your company and your people with: → AON Travel Liability Insurance → VZR Garant Insolvency Protection → Calamity Fund (Calamiteitenfonds) for unforeseen emergencies → ANVR Member — the leading Dutch trade association for licensed tour operators We also guide B2B clients in formally mitigating company risk, giving Legal, HR, and Finance full peace of mind.

Easy peasy, no worries: we got your back. Schedule a complimentary call so we can get crystal clear on what you're looking to create. What could be useful to know during our call? → Any desired outcomes (vision, vibe, goals) → Specific wishes — activities, venue types, facilities → Any logistical limitations (visas, passports, travel time) → A budget ballpark — we love clear guidelines to craft within Whether it's: ✨ 10 bold leaders in Lisbon ✨ 50 top performers deep in the jungle ✨ 200 legends rising in the Azores ✨ 500 champions in a wooden mountain village We're ready. Tuned in. Locked on.