Outrigger Resorts and Hotels is known globally for its authentic cultural programs and one-of-a-kind guest experiences offered in extraordinary beach destinations and now, meeting and event planners are incentivised even further to choose Outrigger with the brand’s latest initiative, ‘Meetings Promise’.
Outrigger’s Senior Vice President – Global Sales, Chris Riccardi, said authentic, custom itineraries are made readily available at Outrigger’s premier beach resorts and hotels, and packages are thoughtfully designed to capture the essence of each location.
He said no matter the size or occasion, meeting and event attendees are guaranteed to find world-class hospitality infused with authentic cultural experiences, community engagement opportunities, environmental protection activities and more.
Outrigger’s unique offerings for groups make it easy for planners to create memorable and one-of-a-kind experiences at its properties throughout Hawai’i, Fiji, Mauritius, Thailand and the Maldives.
“Whether it is a special occasion for 10 or an event for 250, we are in the business of creating memorable experiences for our guests,” he said. “At Outrigger, we strive for attendees to leave richer through these experiences – and our dedicated cultural practitioners make it easy to do just that.”
Exceptional events curated through Outrigger’s Meetings Promise include a memorable welcome ceremony with the group’s designated cultural advisor.
In Hawai‘i, he said Outrigger hosts will dazzle guests upon arrival with a fresh flower lei, musicians, hula dancers and more. Attendees can also expect hands-on, independently curated Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) activities such as beach cleanups, a backpack drive or presenting a charitable donation to a local non-profit organisation on behalf of one’s company.
Riccardi said at Outrigger, there is great significance given to honouring the “place” in which it operates; these values are showcased during meetings, large and small, allowing guests to leave with a richer appreciation and understanding of the world around them.
“We created the ‘Meetings Promise’ to streamline these amazing offerings and help planners around the world curate unforgettable meetings with purpose, with Outrigger,” he said.
According to Riccardi, planners will enjoy an enhanced service level under the Meetings Promise, including a pre-event planning meeting with a knowledgeable cultural advisor, private check-in, guaranteed room upgrades for planners and VIPs, dedicated 24-hour on-site support, an introduction to the property general manager before arrival and dedicated ESG support. Groups can go above and beyond with ESG activities for maximum community engagement.