As event planners, we always strive to propose destinations that can stir passion among attendees—with their varying tastes and imagination. Rarely does a destination offer a wide range of offerings to appeal to everyone in the group. In the case of this particular corporate group that was before they had the good fortune to be invited to an incentive program in Peru—a destination that checks so many bucket lists. From awe-inspiring ancient history to deep-rooted culture, from majestic landscape to sumptuous cuisine at every turn, and from the most hospitable population to rich traditions, Peru offers transformative and unforgettable experiences that can’t be replicated anywhere else.
The primary point of entry to Peru for our group was the Jorge Chavez International Airport in Lima—which everyone found it to be both a friendly as well as an efficient gateway. The group was quickly whisked away to waiting vehicles—and on their way to discover a land like no other.
The first stop was the Westin Lima for the overnight stay. Located in the vibrant San Isidro financial and shopping district, The Westin Lima Hotel & Convention Center is minutes from splendid restaurants, galleries, and parks. The hotel’s elegant atmosphere, complete with a fire pit and a sleek bar known for its Negroni, added to the luxury that the group was expecting.
After enjoying a mix of Peruvian and international mix of delightful breakfast, the group was ready to discover the charming capital city, Lima. Lima is blessed with so many cultural and architectural gems that make it hard which way to turn. A cosmopolitan capital city, Lima displays its history through its rich culture and people.
On Day 2, we were already on the go to discover some of the unique destinations within this rich land. First stop: Arequipa known as “the White City.” A colonial city located among the most imposing volcanos, Arequipa has a balmy climate throughout the year, making it an ideal destination for an incentive program all to itself. The day was spent mostly exploring the spectacular landscape and sampling some culinary masterpieces.
Day 3 was reserved for Cusco, where the group was treated to an unforgettable experience. It is not an overstatement to say that everyone was left breathless by one of the wonders of the world—Machu Picchu. In this elegant and relaxed city, everyone seemed to have been submerged in history and the mystical Valle Sagrado.
On Day 4, we headed to Ica, a four-hour drive from Lima. Ica is an oasis in the middle of the desert shrouded in mystery. While in Ica, we headed to Paracas, where the group enjoyed the calming breeze from the ocean while exploring nearby islands inhabited by exotic species.
Before you knew it, the last day was upon us, and we had to trek back to Lima for the last night’s stay and departure on the following day. It is fair to say that Peru lived up to its reputation as a magical land where unforgettable events await those who are willing to go beyond the tried-and-true destinations elsewhere. To our delight, there was no one in the group that was not completely fascinated by this magical land. Needless to say, we got plenty of kudos along with heartfelt hugs as we parted at the Lima Airport.
For your next out-of-the-ordinary incentive destination, let creative geniuses at the Maxxus Group pull together a magical program for your superstar performers.