Sample Proposal for Copenhagen
2013
Submitted by
ICS – Motivational Events P.O. Box 41, Strandvejen 169-171
DK-2900 Copenhagen, Denmark Tel.: +45 3946 0500 - Fax: +45 3946 0515
COPENHAGEN INTRO…
…Cool, Cultural, Ecological and Cosmopolitan
Vibrant trendy and full of a warm and welcoming
atmosphere, cosmopolitan Copenhagen has become an ever
popular destination.
The city centre of Copenhagen is one of the most beautiful quarters of Copenhagen with its
impressive palaces, churches, castles, narrow streets and exquisite small townhouses. Not to
mention Strøget - the longest pedestrianised shopping street in Northern Europe.
The area of Vesterbro is another exciting quarter and has been promoted
the most trendy and creative area in Copenhagen. Here cafés and fashion
shops literally have set up all over the place creating one of the hippest
places in the city – not just to live in, but to shop, eat, drink and have a
great night out.
Surely you have heard about Nyhavn - the oldest part of the Copenhagen
Harbour. It is a popular meeting place, and perfect for enjoying a drink in
one of the many open air cafes, restaurants and bars. As soon as the sun is
out in early spring, the Danes move the chairs and tables outside and from
the first summer day the quay is crowded with people who can enjoy the
view of the moored wooden sailing boats.
The water is present everywhere in Copenhagen, and another great place to enjoy the beautiful
canals and charming ambient is the quaint quarter of Christianshavn, where you will also find
Christiania – the free town built on the dreams of a life of freedom and the notion of a town run by
the residents themselves. With ICS´s assistance, you will be sure not to miss the many exciting and
varied possibilities: Activities, restaurants & cafés, venues and shops on offer here!
HOTELS
First Hotel Skt. Petri (5*)
First Hotel Skt. Petri is Copenhagen’s leading design hotel, located centrally in the Latin Quarter, close to prime boutiques, cafés, restaurants, galleries and museums. Near the hotel you will also find the Round Tower, and the Church of Saint Petri. The metro and train station is only a 2 minute walk from the hotel. The modern Scandinavian décor and personal, highly professional service, always makes guests feel at home, and makes Skt. Petri the perfect place to stay while enjoying Copenhagen.
The hotel offers 268 rooms, of which 27 are suites. 55 of the rooms have wonderful rooftop views of central Copenhagen from private terraces or balconies. The hotel provides superb conference facilities, including the bright and new conference room Centre Stage, which seats up to 240 participants. The combination of the comfortable rooms, the amazing lobby, the splendid brasserie, the trendy café and the famous cocktail bar makes First Hotel Skt. Petri unique in every detail.
Kong Arthur Hotel (4*)
Withits back to the city, its front pointing towards a beautiful string of lakes and with four stars above the door, the family-run Hotel Kong Arthur sits majestically above the hustle and bustle of the city. The style is antique with a twist; with its roots dating all the way back to 1882. The facilities are however, yet all modern and the welcome so warm and genuine, that you will immediately feel right at home.
The Hotel has 107 fully equipped rooms, 24 hours room service, a cozy bar and 4 restaurants: A Spanish tapas restaurant, a Japanese Sushi bar, a traditional Italian restaurant and finally a glass covered breakfast restaurant overlooking an idyllic patio. Hotel Kong Arthur has conference facilities for up to 40 participants and car parking facilities.
Day 1
Meet and greet at the Airport and transfer to Toldboden in Ribboats
Ribboat to Toldboden
Wind turbines are the future of energy and a visit to them provides an exciting and magnificent sensation.
Only a few people have the imagination to imagine how an offshore wind turbine looks from close range. We are located directly below the turbines and sense their colossal dimensions. The tour starts with visits of the 48 giant wind turbines installed on Lillegrund south of the Øresund Bridge. It’s an incredible experience to be surrounded by rotating 10 tons of wings.
Lunch at Toldboden
Toldboden is a house with a large room ideal for middle sized events, kept in a neutral and aesthetic form, with white walls and a floor made of concrete, that have been chosen to transform the room to focus on the 42 meter panorama to the waterfront.
The view provides inspiration and brings simultaneously a special tranquillity with them, providing space for
contemplation. The water also enriches Toldboden with a very special light that created the sea and sky in a great collaboration - a scene that changes colour depending on time and weather.
The house can be divided into compartments 36 to 800 square feet. These can be arranged with chairs and tables in all shapes and set in a circle, horseshoe, a row or haphazard depending on the purpose, taste and imagination.
Check in at hotel
Rickshaw to Grilleriet and cooking dinner in Grilleriet
Cooking course on a grill
Going through Copenhagen by Rickshaw will make you feel that you are one of the locals; most Danes use the bike as transportation when they move around the city. In a rickshaw you will get the opportunity feel the atmosphere and the life around Copenhagen while seeing the major sights of the city.
Grilleriet is just the right pace for a person who appreciates high quality food and wine. The atmosphere is there, the aroma in the air makes it simply impossible not to feel welcome and in a good mood. After a nice welcome drink the group will be divided into smaller groups and then let the competition begin.
Who makes the best plate?
We guarantee an unforgettable evening and promise new ideas for your cooking at home. Professional cooks will be ready to give you a hand and the challenge will be big.
Have a great evening
*This service can be provided directly from Hotel Royal or Skt Petri.
Day 2
Viking morning and lunch
An event of this nature can involve about 80-100 people/actors. A living Viking marketplace from year 920 can be recreated, where the idea is that the guests (called "the travelers") should trade and negotiate with the Vikings! A day as Viking trader would give your "travelers" a totally unique “hands-on” experience of Viking life and culture.
There will be cattle, horses and other animals walking around, and music group playing music from the middle age and singers will be a part of the marketplace as well. Beer, Mjød (wine made by honey) will be available, as well as tasters of beef stew and other delicious food can be made over fire.
Program would be as follows:
10:00 arrival at the middle age town in Brøndby (20 minutes from the centre of Copenhagen),
10:15 Welcome, and games, traditional Viking games….. just to have fun - Splitting apples with sword
Archery – Rebinding - Pewter Molding in the smithy - Role Play Sword Fighting
Photo Stand starts - Get pictures taken with the reptile's animals - Instantly print
12:00 Lunch inspired from the Vikings, with entertainment during lunch and live music
13:30 Chain dance
14:15 Show in front of the tent with horses and Riders and good bye
Danish Design tour with a foodies twist and dinner at Oliver and the Black Circus
For years Danish designers lived in the shadows of such modern masters as Arne Jacobsen and Hans J. Wegner. Today this has radically changed, and the design scene is again flourishing. On our tour we will show the best of classic and contemporary Danish design, from teapots and chairs to hotels and supermarkets.
Sofas, chairs, teapots and door handles - Design plays a big role in Danish culture and in Copenhagen you will see the design shops and be told the story behind the many Danish design successes.
Right now Danish Design is going through an exciting period and the city is boosting with interesting design from the old functionalistic masters like Arne Jacobsen and Hans J. Wegner till young innovators like Henrik Vibskov and Hay Cph.
If you do not choose the Royal Hotel the tour will start showing the world’s first design hotel made by the functionalistic “starchitect” and designer Arne Jacobsen, who among other artefacts created the famous “Egg” chair for the lobby. Further we will move on, showing among other things bicycle design, the classic and poetic paper lamps of Le Klint as well as the ironic and eclectic universe of fashion designer Henrik Vibskov, a man who among other things has dressed an airplane in a knitted sweater! Along the way the group will also have the opportunity of learning more about the New Nordic Cuisine and its secret success. Tastings during this journey can also be offered, after the group´s preferences. This tour can be done by bus, bicycle, rickshaw or foot.
Dinner at Oliver & the Black Circus
Oliver and the Black Circus is a unique restaurant with an international atmosphere created with sustainable wisely. Oliver is located in a cozy setting in the heart of Copenhagen. During the sunshine hours you can enjoy the service of food and drinks outside, in their lovely courtyard.
An unpretentious approach to fine dining: At Oliver and the Black Circus the staff works hard to offer inspiring culinary experiences at affordable prices. The restaurant combines the delicious local products with solid craftsmanship to build a delicious and seasonal menu performing classic dishes inspired by Mediterranean a modern twist. For dinner, we suggest for you to enjoy their fine wines, good beer and delicious cocktails from the very trendy Oliver's Bar.
Day 3
Morning in Tivoli from 11:00
You cannot visit Copenhagen without entering the Tivoli Gardens. The park was built in the mid-nineteenth century and provides the perfect, fairy-tale setting for receptions and dinners at any time of year. This is not a park for those who seek big adrenaline rush. With its exotic buildings and beautiful gardens, Tivoli Gardens is among the world's ten most popular amusement parks. Thousands of colorful lights illuminate the enchanting garden and create a magical atmosphere around the Tivoli Lake. An activity called 5Games (consisting in bringing the kid inside of you back to life) can be set for the group to enjoy the magical spirit and atmosphere of this breath-taking site.
Lunch at Nimb Terrasse
Nimb Terrasse is located inside The Tivoli Gardens and is a french-inspired bistro. Besides the bistro, Nimb Terrasse also holds exclusive meeting and banquet facilities. The menu is bistro-style and the décor follows the style at Nimb with its simple Scandinavian flair and detailed English and French style. The name has its own history: when the Nimb Family first opened a restaurant in Tivoli in 1877 it was in Divan 2. The place was often referred to as Nimb´s Porch or Nimb´s Terrasse. In August 2011 Nimb Terrasse received a 5 star review from the food critics in Denmark, a must-do for food lovers!
Afternoon visit at Carlsberg
Carlsberg with your personal guide! Visit Carlsberg Breweries where we can offer an exciting guided tour for groups with interest in beer, history and architecture. Carlsberg Deluxe (45 - 60 minutes): Tour around Carlsberg, introducing the history of Carlsberg, beer brewing and the beautiful buildings. The tour begins at the visitors centre in the buildings of the Old Carlsberg
Brewery, which creates an authentic experience of brewing culture and bear witness to the importance of Carlsberg to Denmark's industrialization.
From here our guide takes you to the beautiful villa of J. C. Jacobsen, which is the honorary house for prominent scientists and for many years was the home of Danish Nobel Prize Winner Niels Bohr. Next stop on the tour is the central square of the Carlsberg area, the Brewer Square, where you learn the history behind the Star Gate, the Lighthouse and the Lotus Chimney. The tour ends by the Carl Jacobsen's opulent New Carlsberg Brewery and the Elephants Gate.
* An alternative for the lunch would be having it inside Carlsberg Museum. Danish traditional food vs. a deluxe menu in which beer is the connecting factor (being part of each dish as one of many other ingredients, matching also with a specific time of beer – Beer tasting during lunch). Even a picnic in the gardens if the weather
Transfer to the airport from Carlsberg
