{"id":3218,"date":"2023-01-30T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2023-01-30T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/siteglobal.com\/52-places-to-go-with-an-incentive-travel-twist\/"},"modified":"2025-08-27T14:17:07","modified_gmt":"2025-08-27T14:17:07","slug":"52-places-go-incentive-travel-twist","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/siteglobal.com\/blog\/52-places-go-incentive-travel-twist\/","title":{"rendered":"\u201c52 Places to Go\u201d with an Incentive Travel Twist"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">It\u2019s one of the most popular travel pieces published each year that no doubt inspires countless trips: the New York Times has published their list of\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.nytimes.com\/interactive\/2023\/travel\/52-places-travel-2023.html?smid=url-share\">52 places to go in 2023<\/a>, with tons of fascinating\u00a0selections\u00a0making this year\u2019s cut.<\/h2>    <p>Many of these destinations, too, seem like perfect incentive travel destinations \u2014 and\u00a0align\u00a0with emerging incentive travel trends, too. Here\u2019s what\u00a0stands\u00a0out for\u00a0the\u00a0SITE community.\u00a0<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"c-type__emphasis\">#1: Palm Springs,\u00a0California,\u00a0USA<\/span><\/h3>    <p><strong>What the SITE community has to say<\/strong>:\u00a0\u201cGreater Palm Springs is a hidden treasure that\u2019s not so hidden,\u201d says\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/siteglobal.com\/chapter\/site-southern-california\">SITE\u00a0SoCal<\/a>member Tammy Bucklin, also the associate director of sales for Visit Greater Palm Springs.\u00a0\u201cWe are an incentive-friendly destination but are not always recognized as one.\u00a0The options for accommodations and experiences are so varied, it truly meets any group\u2019s needs.\u201d\u00a0<\/p>    <p>Experiences\u00a0are not limited to golf and signature events, Tammy says. Two of her top incentive\u00a0favorites\u00a0include the BMW Performance\u00a0Center\u00a0(where attendees can get their adrenaline-pumping with a day at one of only two BMW driving tracks in the country) and a Jeep Tour to the San Andreas Fault.\u00a0<\/p>    <p>\u201cTake it off-road,\u201d says Tammy, \u201cand explore the twisted and tormented landscape of the San Andreas Fault.\u201d\u00a0She also pointed out these tours are\u00a0good\u00a0opportunities to learn about Native cultures, plants, animals, and geology.\u00a0<\/p>    <p><strong>Also good to know<\/strong>:\u00a0This\u00a0is\u00a0a destination\u00a0with\u00a0the potential to\u00a0take\u00a0your incentive literally out of this world, with the New York Times write-up\u00a0also\u00a0calling out the rise of\u00a0astrotourismin the region.\u00a0<\/p>    <p>They specifically pointed to Joshua Tree National Park\u2019s status as a designated International Dark Sky Park, officially one of the darkest skies in California\u00a0(Tammy from SITE\u00a0SoCal\u00a0also included this as a final pro tip, with\u00a0a\u00a0suggestion\u00a0totake\u00a0an evening Jeep tour \u201cas another see the stars in all their glory\u201d). It all\u00a0certainly sounds inspirational to us!\u00a0<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"c-type__emphasis\">#2: Kerala, India\u00a0<\/span><\/h3>    <p><strong>What the SITE community has to say<\/strong>:\u00a0Rajeev Kohli, a past SITE president and Joint Managing Director of Creative Travel India is\u00a0also\u00a0the winner of two SITE Crystal Awards for programs in this destination \u2014 putting him \u201cway ahead of the curve,\u201d as he proudly shared.\u00a0<\/p>    <p>Says Rajeev: \u201cKerala is a magnificent destination blessed by Mother Nature. It\u2019s polar opposite of the traditional forts and palaces of the North.\u00a0<\/p>    <p>Kerala allows for a truly elegant experience\u00a0\u2014\u00a0its lush green landscapes chill the mind. The variety of cuisine is filled with the freshest seafood. The centuries-deep history tells of times when this region commanded the ancient Spice Route.\u00a0<\/p>    <p>Things we love to deliver for incentives \u2014\u00a0a relaxing cruise on the fabled backwaters of Kerala; a hearth-thumping re-enactment of the famed Kerala Snake boat races; and of course, Ayurveda, the 5,000-year old practice of extreme wellness that offers the ultimate in pampering.\u201d<\/p>    <p><strong>Also good to know<\/strong>:\u00a0\u201cWe travel to immerse ourselves in other cultures,\u201d says the New York Times. We couldn\u2019t agree more, with authentic cultural experiences increasingly important no matter the incentive destination.\u00a0The NYT\u00a0also\u00a0points to this Indian state\u2019s\u00a0beaches, backwater lagoons, cuisine, and rich cultural traditions, including an award-winning regional festival that supports village life and local communities in the destination.\u00a0<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"c-type__emphasis\">#3: Louisville, Kentucky, USA<\/span><\/h3>    <p><strong>What the SITE community has to say<\/strong>: \u201cLouisville is an entirely different type of Southern,\u201d says\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/siteglobal.com\/chapter\/site-southeast-usa\">SITE Southeast<\/a>Chapter President\u00a0Suzanne\u00a0Strealy, on behalf of the chapter.\u00a0<\/p>    <p>\u201cWith a booming bourbon renaissance, iconic attractions, world-class hotels &amp; venues and a renowned culinary scene, Louisville is an experience like no other city. SITE Southeasthosted\u00a0our\u00a02022 Education Summit\u00a0here\u00a0and we were all pleasantly surprised and delighted to what this beautiful city has to offer our incentive groups.\u201d<\/p>    <p><strong>Also good to know<\/strong>: While flagging its status as a destination that often flies under the radar, the NYT acknowledges the expected city staples \u2014 its \u201cbourbon-fueled\u00a0convivial spirit,\u201d a 19th-century park system designed by Frederick Law Olmsted (who also designed Central Park, Boston\u2019s Emerald Necklace, and many other US public park systems), and the 150th\u00a0running of the\u00a0Kentucy\u00a0Derby taking place in 2024.<\/p>    <p>However, it also\u00a0highlights Louisville\u2019s\u00a0\u201cthriving\u201d LGBTQ scene,\u00a0noting that\u00a0two community\u00a0centers\u00a0are set to open this year\u00a0\u2014 that\u00a0could make excellent CSR\u00a0partners\u00a0for groups eyeing the destination for their next incentive.\u00a0<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"c-type__emphasis\">#4:\u00a0Salalah,\u00a0Oman<\/span><\/h3>    <p><strong>What the SITE community has to say<\/strong>:\u00a0Al\u00a0Baylasan\u00a0Essa,\u00a0Head of Incentives and Meetings\u00a0for the\u00a0Oman Convention Bureau\u00a0(a sponsor for this year\u2019s SITE Global Conference and a 2023 strategic partner) says Salalah is a destination where \u201cIncentive groups can immerse themselves in an authentic Arabian experience.\u201d<\/p>    <p>Furthers\u00a0Al\u00a0Baylasan: \u201cSalalah\u00a0scores with its scenic diversity and unspoiled nature. Incentive groups will find a comprehensive infrastructure for a wide variety of events. Beautiful nature and wide-open spaces,\u00a0while preserving heritage and precious wildlife,\u00a0will be the backdrop for your events.\u00a0<\/p>    <p>Known as the Land of Frankincense, Salalah, located in Oman\u2019s southernmost region, hosts many unique attractions, making it the perfect incentive destination since it appeals to adventurers and new experiences. In the summer months, when most of the Arabian Peninsula experiences soaring temperatures, Salalah experiences the monsoon season, bringing lush greenery, cooling rains, and pleasant temperatures.\u201d<\/p>    <p><strong>Also good to know<\/strong>:\u00a0The Middle East continues to be an exciting emerging destination for incentives. But a destination that also treats qualifiers to gorgeous natural beauty? Seems like a\u00a0winner\u00a0to us!\u00a0<\/p>    <p>\u201cSeaside Salalah\u201d offers\u00a0participants\u00a0a chance to experience an area of immense natural beauty in the Persian Gulf States, according to the New York Times. Lush green landscapes, sunshine and sea-infused breezes, and tranquil beaches with crystal-clear waters are just some of what await, as both sources have teased.\u00a0<\/p>    <h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"c-type__emphasis\"><strong>#5: Charleston,\u00a0South Carolina,\u00a0USA<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>    <p><strong>What the SITE community has to say<\/strong>:\u00a0SITE CEO Annette Gregg shared some of the inspiration she soaked in during her time in Charleston.\u00a0<\/p>    <p><a href=\"https:\/\/siteglobal.com\/Join\">SITE members<\/a>\u00a0will get to read her full piece in our first February 2023 edition of\u00a0SITESource, but Annette writes in part, \u201cI was drawn there by stories of cobblestone streets and oak-filled parks, and the parts of American history that can only be found in the deep South\u00a0\u2026\u00a0But even more important, experiencing different cultures can help us understand and appreciate them better. This is the gift this trip to Charleston gave me: perspective.\u201d<\/p>    <p><strong>Also good to know<\/strong>:\u00a0Firmly established as\u00a0a\u00a0solid option for\u00a0US-based organizers looking to source\u00a0domestic\u00a0incentives,Charleston is\u00a0certainly an\u00a0increasingly diverse destination.\u00a0<\/p>    <p>The NYT cited plans by the Charleston tourism board to launch \u201ca comprehensive guide to Black-owned businesses to elevate the overlooked successes of creative locals\u201d\u00a0this year. We\u2019d encourage incentive planners to tap into this resource\u00a0as part of\u00a0sourcing\u00a0equitable, inclusive\u00a0incentive programs.<\/p>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>It\u2019s one of the most popular travel pieces published each year that no doubt inspires countless trips: the New York Times has published their list of\u00a052 places to go in 2023, with tons of fascinating\u00a0selections\u00a0making this year\u2019s cut. 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