The Sana Beach Resort
In the chaos of corporate life, sometimes all a team needs is fresh air, a change of scenery and waves touching the feet. Team building weekends are not only about games and enjoyments- they are about bonding and growing alongside your colleague.
Recently I had the opportunity to organize a team building weekend for my company. As a first time planner for a retreat, I contacted a Mandarmani resort near beach – The Sana Beach Resort. I want to share my experience and guide you through the full process- from planning to execution and enjoying every bit of it.
If you are a team leader, an HR executive or just someone who is assigned to plan a cool team-building retreat, here is how you can make it more enjoyable at The Sana Beach Resort.
Why The Sana Beach, Mandarmani?
As someone who has visited multiple resorts across company, I can confidently say that The Sana Beach stands out for several reasons:
- Location:
Realistically, the resort is about 22 km away from the Digha station. Overseeing a beautiful blue Bay of Bengal, the beachfront is commendable.
- Accessibility:
The location of The Sana Beach made it easier for all the team members to join without a problem. Well connected highways, frequent bus services, and a nearby railway station are some of the best things about the resort.
- Infrastructure:
The resort offers modern rooms with free Wi-Fi, a beautiful swimming pool, spacious lawns, indoor and outdoor games, and many more.
- Staff & Services:
A 24*7 open front desk and friendly staff to assist anyone in need are in par with top hospitality services
Step by Step Guide to Plan a Weekend
- Setting Objectives
Initially, we planned the goals that we wanted to achieve:
- Increase communication and bonding
- Celebrate recent project achievements
- Help team relax and enjoy
Having clear, planned out aims to achieve helped the session successfully.
- Booking the Venue in Advance
We contacted The Sana Beach directly booked for the team before 2 months. We got:
- Group accommodations, with complimentary breakfast.
- A banquet was set up for the team in Dewan-E-Khas banquet.
- Pre-discussed games and activities for the team.
- Access to the swimming pool and spa treatments.
- The Right Weekend
We chose a Friday to Sunday space. So that people can take an early leave on Friday and can return refreshed by Sunday. We booked two mini buses and drove in the evening from the office. The Resort had a parking area so it was easy to park the bus for return.
- Itinerary
Creating a perfect itinerary is the key for a balanced weekend team meeting. The itinerary was planned in such a way that everyone had equal amounts of entertainment and the work done to prevent exhaustion. The aim of the weekend trip was to boost energy and a busy itinerary would actually not be successful.
- Accommodation and Amenities
Our team stayed at a mix of premium cottages and sea-facing rooms. The rooms were clean with regular room services, it was air conditioned, and had free Wi-Fi.
- Swimming Pool
- Shrimp Cocktail – A Multi Cuisine Restaurant
- Cafes- Cafe Reflect, The Shack, Friterie.
- Indoor Outdoor Games
- Boating and /or Angling at sea
- Car parking / Car Rental
- Team Activities that Worked Best
- Water Volleyball
- Treasure hunt
- Indoor games such as carrom and chess
- Trust circle
- Two truths and a lie
The games enabled team engagement and collaboration among each colleague.
Final Reflections
What started as a simple team building weekend ended up as the most memorable, bonding and energizing experience for the team. The ocean, the breeze and The Sana Beach’s warm hospitality made everything better.
If you are looking for a simple yet professional service that would provide just the right setting for work and play, The Sana Beach – the best resort in mandarmoni, should be at the top of your list. A team building event should not be a stressful fact. With the right location and intention it can be a successful event. I speak not only as a planner but also the participant who can back energized, thanks to The Sana Beach.
rob pat