Now at El Portal Sedona Hotel - Business Meetings & Retreat Events

Business meetings and retreats are great motivational tools. They can build team spirit and get the creative juices flowing again. With all it has to offer, Sedona makes a great destination for business meeting travel.

Sedona, Arizona (I-Newswire) October 26, 2012 - Choosing the right location for off-site company meetings is critical to the success of your venture. Whether you are planning a corporate board meeting, annual sales event or specialized training session for your organization, it’s imperative to put attendees in the frame of mind and atmosphere that will enhance productivity and motivate them.

When you stop to look at all Sedona, Arizona has to offer, the possibilities for your corporate meeting are diverse and plentiful. Who wouldn’t love the thought of a few rounds of golf surrounded by majestic red rock vistas, a trail ride, an exhilarating jeep tour through spectacular canyons and rock formations, and relaxing strolls through Sedona’s many shops and galleries? Add a selection of Arizona’s best dining and spa destinations and Sedona really shines.

Business meetings held outside of the office can be great motivational tools. An off-site conference can rejuvenate, revitalize and reenergize employees. They can build team spirit and get the creative juices flowing again. A meeting “away from home” is often the best way to generate new enthusiasm, new ideas, and a renewed commitment to company goals.

Luxury boutique hotel, El Portal Sedona, is the perfect spot to host your business meeting. An inviting, friendly meeting space can make for a more relaxed, conducive and productive environment for focus groups, planning sessions, corporate meetings and more. With its highly personalized service and friendly atmosphere, this Sedona hotel is a unique retreat for business travelers. Guest rooms are spacious, beautifully designed and all feature modern amenities. Each guest suite includes a private entrance, patio, fireplace, whirlpool, bath, entertainment center with DVD, free wireless and more.

El Portal staff members are experienced in event planning and specialize in guest relations. Owner Steve Segner is a former corporate executive and understands of how important each detail of your meeting is to the success of the event. “I know from experience that every business meeting has a specific goal. It’s important for the meeting venue to keep participants motivated and productive,” says Segner. “When you’re asking employees or associates to travel to the meeting, it’s also key to give them time to explore the area when working hours are over.” Segner is accustomed to creating itineraries of local activities for his guests and business clients, from hiking or mountain biking treks to jeep tours and cowboy cookouts. The staff can also arrange team building activities in Sedona or a group excursion to the Grand Canyon for added inspiration. Businesses have access to excellent concierge services for the Sedona area.

El Portal starts off the day of motivational meetings and employee gatherings with inspiring, made-to-order gourmet breakfasts or a custom-designed breakfast bar. There are several options for meeting space, both on and off-site, with opportunities for refreshing downtime. When meetings are wrapped up and employees are on their own, it’s an easy stroll over to the shops and restaurants at historic Tlaquepaque Arts and Crafts Village. Businesses can host a dinner at Oak Creek Brewery then return to the luxury inn for time around the campfire or relaxing in the great room.

Why host a meeting at an impersonal chain hotel in an ordinary setting, when you can put together a destination meeting in one of the most beautiful places in the world? With all it has to offer, Sedona makes a great destination for business meeting travel. Its unique spirit has inspired visitors for centuries, and today Sedona is sure to add its own special energy to your next corporate event.