Meetings Blog Jul 09, 2019
“The part can never be well unless the whole is well”
This famous line by ancient Greek philosopher Plato has certainly stood the test of time, and when organizing a meeting or event, no matter the size, it is always worth considering how you can add wellness to the experience of your attendees. Fortunately, at NH Hotel Group we are always looking at ways to make this easier for event planners to build in. It’s a multi-trillion dollar industry, and allows you to align the personal objectives of body, mind and health to the professional commitments.
Beginning with the body we should remember that much of the benefit we provide for it also has a positive effect on our cerebral health. And getting your heart rate moving is easy when you’re in one of our hotels. Fully equipped, state-of-the-art gyms are available no matter what your schedule is, open 24/7 and offering a wide variety of ways to work out. Whether fitness forms part of an attendee’s normal life, or if this business trip affords the freedom to get involved, there is something for everyone, and a comfortable, friendly setting in which to do so. From lifting weights to taking a virtual walk, run or cycle, a guaranteed good feeling awaits you at the end of your session, as any stress or anxiety drifts away.
As well as our internal gyms, NH Hotel Group also encourages a wide range of other activities to get your endorphins flowing. A lung-expanding round of golf at the NH Sotogrande would clear away any cobwebs, or maybe a more sedate yoga session in our nhow Milano would be preferred. Then, due to our carefully chosen venue locations, you can choose to include a stroll along the banks of the River Garonne in Toulouse, a cycle down eye-catching streets in Naples, or an ascent to Monserrate in Bogotá’s Eastern Hills for a breathtaking view. Cardio with benefits!
A healthy body leads to a healthy mind, they correctly say, and that can be further enhanced with a number of activities focused solely on the brain. We’ve already mentioned yoga, which works a treat on both the body and your mental state, while other forms of meditation can bring on a freshness and positivity to aid your sessions. Look also at how the attendees will interact while they are at the event. How often do they work in groups? Are they given an appropriate balance of concentrated effort and a fun release? These exchanges can have a significant effect on the working day. Remember too that breaks should be built into the day’s activities to allow your attendees to refocus their mind and come back fully engaged.
With the NH Hotel Group’s health spas and wellness centers, true relaxation is on hand whenever it is desired. Take our NH Atlantic Den Haag hotel, for example. A sauna, steam bath, and solarium await you, along with a beauty salon offering personalized treatments and massages. An absolute bliss under one roof.
Body. Tick. Mind. Tick. Now it’s time to look at the incredible value of the fuel that keeps everything going. Advances in nutritional science continue to drive our best behaviors and shifts trends accordingly. Staying on top of those tendencies is key for any venue provider.
From the tempting treats that adorn the break out areas, to the lavish plates that arrive in the evening banquet, considerations have to be made. Ensuring fresh ingredients, lean meats, low sodium, reduced salt, and potential use of organic products, are all worth deliberating with your venue catering team. And that conversation should include the antioxidant-filled detox available in delicious fruits and vegetables. Then there are the more specific food and drink restrictions that must be taken account of, such as vegetarian or vegan options, and religious, lifestyle and ethical choices.
At NH Hotel Group we pride ourselves on our focus on responsible eating alternatives while also striving to excite and inspire through culinary creativity. And our much-complimented selection of tasty, healthy breakfasts is the perfect start ahead of the business sessions ahead. It is, after all, the most important meal of the day!
The factors that allow you to integrate wellness into your attendees’ experience can be accompanied by a similar message being consistently adhered to throughout the day or days. Linking up with event experts like NH Hotel Group can ensure that the mind, body and dietary needs are all taken into account, and your guests leave fully refreshed and ready for the next challenge.
