Heineken, the Dutch brewing company, turned to Naboo to organize a corporate retreat for 18 people, with a brief for a focused, professional gathering that would remove the team from daily routines and create space for reflection and improved internal cohesion.
The client’s expectations were practical: a two-day stay in late May, at a venue about an hour from Madrid, with individual rooms for each participant, a meeting room equipped with reliable Wi‑Fi and AV support, and on-site catering for breakfasts and lunches while the evening meal would take place off-site. Travel arrangements were not required, so accessibility and proximity were important, and the overall atmosphere needed to balance productivity with a friendly tone to support open discussion and collaborative work.
Naboo managed the logistical details to meet those needs: securing accommodation close to Madrid with the required number of rooms, preparing the meeting space and connectivity, and coordinating catering for breakfasts and lunches alongside the planned off-site dinner. By anticipating operational bottlenecks and providing on-the-ground coordination, Naboo kept the retreat aligned with the client’s goal for an efficient, welcoming setting, reinforcing its role as a strategic, reliable partner for corporate events.
Meliá Alicante
Nestled along the coast, Meliá Alicante provides a relaxed backdrop for a corporate retreat. Surrounded by beaches and the sound of waves, the venue gives attendees a change of scene intended to support creativity and strengthen team ties. From the moment you arrive, the atmosphere helps you shift focus from routine tasks to meaningful connections.
The venue offers a variety of workspaces designed to balance professional activities with downtime. Meeting rooms are equipped for focused sessions, and communal areas encourage informal conversations. This mix of spaces helps teams move from strategic discussions to casual reflection, making it suitable for collaborative work and relationship-building.
Heineken delivers a coordinated corporate retreat experience
The two-day corporate retreat held in may 2025 followed a focused, efficiently delivered programme. Naboo’s operational management ensured the event ran according to the brief, with accommodation for all participants and a schedule that balanced structured work time and shared social moments. The tone of the retreat was professional and goal-oriented, reflecting the company’s objectives.
Naboo coordinated and ensured workspaces were ready for morning sessions. This on-site coordination reduced disruptions and allowed facilitators and participants to focus on the retreat’s objectives.
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For efficiency, accessibility, and convenience, a focused Team-building in the city is a strategic choice, provided the venue supports professional focus. Naboo helps you identify and book urban venues that balance easy travel with high-tech, quiet meeting spaces. We offer multiple locations for Team-building in the city, allowing you to stop worrying about travel logistics and start planning for productive sessions. Keep the logistics simple and the impact high. Find out more about our Team-building in the city here.