Up Norway, the leading curator in Scandinavia of sustainable luxury travel, has launched a series of work retreats to help remote teams connect in person while exploring the natural and culture beauty of Norway. These remote workations range from a takeover in a mini-fishing village to a creative Lofoten Islands getaway, to a secluded writing and music retreat. They are aimed at corporate, entrepreneurial and nomad groups of 1-100 people.
Up Norway’s bespoke work getaways aim to showcase Norway’s beautiful locations while introducing its unique cultural flair and ethos. Employers seeking to bring employees together, both through work and an unforgettable experience exploring Norway’s fjords, villages, culinary scene, and sustainability-forward lifestyle, are encouraged to do so with these combined work and leisure getaways.
Group Retreats/Workcations for Remote Teams: Mini Fishing Village Takeover – 50 to 100 guests
Remote companies can take control of a Norwegian fishing community for larger teams. Remote workers will be immersed in Norwegian nature and clean air while working and living in one of Norway’s historical fishing villages. This will increase productivity, creativity, and wellness. The year-round coastal destination of Knutholmen in Kalvåg offers a variety of activities to break up the work day, including boat trips with archipelago sightseeing, sea rafting with a beachside lunch, crab and sea fishing, sailing, kayaking, a floating sauna, boat trip to the historic Vingen rock carvings, and more. Each activity is designed to be two to four-hours long and takes place close to the accommodations.
Employees can enjoy refreshing breaks in an authentic village setting. Guests can take part in art and cooking workshops, Norwegian cooking lessons, and enjoy freshly prepared seafood during their stay. The village property offers 124 single hotel bedrooms, apartments, and “rorb” units, renovated versions traditional fisherman’s accommodations to accommodate up 100 employees. The facility has several meeting rooms, including one that can accommodate 200 people. Teams can also book a private boat to Fedje Island, where they can visit the Feddie Distillery. This female-founded distillery is a great example of female leadership and ownership. Companies can customize their retreats with personalized signage, local specials, custom menus and welcome bags.
Bespoke Social in the City: Oslo and Eastern Norway – 15 to 30 guests
Oslo, the capital city of Nordic cool, is a great place for groups of up to 30 people to enjoy a modern, creative and social retreat. Remote teams can stay in the Revier Hotel’s modern social space, with its fresh rooms and apartments and flexible meeting and working spaces. Up Norway will tailor the itinerary based on the group’s goals to include themes such as Norwegian sustainability, happiness and women’s equality.
Proposed daily activities include customized workshops and remote working days, sightseeing in Oslo, an excursion to The Plus, a trip to an organic dairy farm to learn about Norway’s “Happy Cow” philosophy, an outing to a women’s museum showcasing Norway’s efforts in leading the world on equality measures, a sauna and fjord bath experience tapping into the wellness cold plunge trend, organic local farm meals, and more. A half day guided walking tour of Oslo will also showcase the city’s architecture and design icons, including The Deichman Library, the Opera House, circular buildings, the Munch & National Museum, and more.
Creativity within Nature on Steroids: The Lofoten Islands – 5 to 12 guests
Up Norway’s Lofoten Island itinerary encourages C-Suites to embrace unbound creativeness within nature. Hattvika Lodge offers authentic fisherman’s cottages, with a view over the harbor, for guests to immerse themselves in the local fishing culture. A gourmet restaurant on the property and knowledgeable hosts will make your group’s stay in one of Norway’s most adventurous and foodie destinations an unforgettable experience.
Outside of the lodge guests can choose from guided hiking, fishing and kayaking. Yoga, efoiling and guided tours are also available. Foraging on the islands is another option. The retreat’s focus is on the food, with multi-course dinners at local favorites. A fishing trip led locally will end with a freshly prepared meal. The Up Norway travel curators will tailor the activities and excursions to fit your group’s mission and theme.
Themed Remote Adventures for Individuals and Couples: Music & Writing retreat on the Western Coast – 12 to 20 guests
Up Norway has created a getaway for couples, individuals or small groups who want to collaborate on a music- and writing-centered retreat. It is located on an isolated island between Stavanger, Norway and Bergen. This rustic yet modern space has a variety spaces that are suitable for meetings, remote working, writing workshops, social events, and collaboration. A small breakout room, gameroom, yogadome, and fireplace round out the lodge’s offerings, providing spaces for jam sessions, writing workshops and wellness experiences with views of the incredible coastal nature of Karmøy.
In the retreat, creatives will be led by knowledgeable hosts in a range of workshops depending on their goals. Guests can choose to explore the islands between work sessions with surfing, stand up paddling, fishing, bonfires and coastal nature walks. The collaborative getaway’s open sign-up allows travelers to meet new friends in a relaxed but professional environment. Up Norway takes care of the bulk of the planning.
These bespoke retreats and workations combine nature with Norwegian culture and are available all year long for groups of every size. The travel curators at Up Norway will work with companies of all sizes and budgets to create customized and impactful trips for teams.
