How ‘Traveling Offices’ Could Help Reignite Corporate Travel

Traveling offices, or micro offices, could be the panacea for companies that face remote work challenges, but few corporate travel agencies seem to have caught up so far. The premise is simple. A company shifts the location of its headquarters to a new destination on a regular basis — blending the power of face-to-face interaction with tourism and the excitement of discovering new places to revitalize the workforce. "It’s challenging to keep team members excited, engaged and passionate about a company’s mission," said Martin Studencan, CEO of booking platform NextRetreat. "Gym memberships, office dogs, free beer and other perks can make a small difference, but there is a unique energy and motivation that develops when teams travel and work together in an inspiring environment."

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