The New Year is here and with it the perfect time to start planning thrilling new adventures and discovering unforgettable employee rewards in the US.
With a host of over 5,000 experiences on offer and some fantastic new additions to the range, Virgin Experience Gifts is ready to inspire your team’s unforgettable activities in 2023. We’ve rounded up our top picks but fear not, all the latest and greatest experiences can be found right here.
Escape Room
📍 San Francisco, CA
One of our favorite employee rewards in the US, nothing says team-building quite like an escape room. Look underneath the rug and sift through the bookshelves to reveal hidden clues that will help you and your team solve the challenging puzzle. Perfect for corporate team building, escape rooms require speed, teamwork, creativity, and patience!
Personal Chef In-Home Dining Experience For Two
📍 Select States Nationwide
This year, we’re all about expanding culinary horizons and this dining experience guarantees a feast of epic proportions. A local chef will join your lucky employees’ in the comfort of their own home to create a delicious meal for them to enjoy. The five-course dining experience involves a choice of dishes from fully a la carte menus, designed to fit any taste, palate and preference. The hired chef will take care of everything, from prep to clean-up, ensuring them a dinner like no other.
Seattle Coffee Culture Tour
📍 Seattle, WA
Calling all your coffee fans! Give them the chance to sip on the city’s best brews as they take a deep dive into Seattle’s famous coffee scene. Their 2-hour walking tour begins when they meet up with the expert local guide. Strolling through the Capitol Hill neighborhood, they’ll learn all about the history of coffee in Seattle, its roasting and creation process, and the wide variety of offerings, from a regular cup of joe to the specialty drinks that were invented in Seattle.
Majestic Sedona Airplane Tour
📍 Sedona, AZ
This is great if you’re looking for a reward that’s going to quite literally broaden your colleagues’ horizons. They’ll soar high above the rugged landscapes of Northern Arizona on this thrilling 30-minute air tour! Departing from Sedona Airport, they’ll witness the natural wonders of Cathedral Rock, Bell Rock, and Courthouse Butte from a whole new perspective. Glide through the picturesque Oak Creek Canyon and over the towering pines of Coconino National Forest. Circle near the awe-inspiring San Francisco Peaks, Arizona’s highest mountains, before making their way back to Sedona.
Paint and Sip Class for Two
📍 Dedham, MA
Why not inspire your workers to unwind creatively post-workday with this 2 hour 30 minute Paint & Sip Class led by an artist instructor. Great for both beginners and pros, class themes range from classic landscapes to seasonal designs to fun and funky themes. No art experience is required and there’s plenty of delicious food and beverages to help fuel creativity.
Massage and Facial Treatment with Champagne at Allure Day Spa in NYC
📍 New York, NY
Tell your recipients to say goodbye to stress and hello to the perfect pampering session in NYC! Nestled in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, Allure Day Spa is a premier full-service wellness destination. With an array of beauty and relaxation treatments, it’s the ultimate urban oasis. Upon arrival, they’ll unwind with a luxurious duo of services, all performed by skilled and attentive therapists.
Private Northern Lights Dogsled Tour
📍 Fairbanks, AK
Full of unique charm, adventure and beauty, this 3-hour private tour captures authentic Alaska. Your workers will enjoy a serene mush through a frozen utopia while listening to the jingle of dog harnesses and chasing the elusive Aurora. Warming up in a Mongolian yurt, they’ll listen to stories of the off-grid life with dogs and munch on local snacks before heading home with a host of epic memories. This is truly one of the most unique employee rewards in the US.
All-Day Canyoneering Adventure in Stone Hollow Canyon
📍 Zion, UT
Encourage your team to get out there and make the most of the great outdoors with this exciting rappelling excursion into Southern Utah’s famous slot canyons. Entirely customized to their interests and skill level, they’ll enjoy an invigorating hike through their choice of water or dry ground. The guide will regale them with insightful details about the area’s geological formations before introducing fantastic red rock canyons like Water Canyon and Birch Hollow.
Kona Manta Ray Night Snorkel
📍 Kailua-Kona, Hi
2023 is all about getting out there and exploring the world as well as what lies beneath. Send your lucky employees on a once-in-a-lifetime snorkel adventure into Hawaii’s warm waters, where they’ll swim alongside gentle manta rays. Boarding a comfortable boat, they’ll have the choice of departing at either sunset or moonlight, each offering spectacular views.
Skip Barber Formula Car Racing School
📍 Lakeville, CT
Your colleagues can get the chance to harness their inner racing driver and let off some steam from behind the wheel with this unforgettable experience at Skip Barber Racing School! Founded in 1975, the Skip Barber Racing School is the largest racing school in the world. Their graduates include four-time Indianapolis 500 winner, Helio Castroneves, plus NASCAR Cup Series’ legends Jeff Gordon and Jimmie Johnson. And now, your colleagues can experience it for themselves at the legendary Lime Rock Park!
The Virgin Gifts eGift Card
Not sure exactly what your colleagues might like? Let them unlock the world of experiences with a Virgin Gifts eGift Card so they can choose a gift that is truly unique and unforgettable. Your recipient will be able to choose from experiences all across the country including adventure activities, driving experiences, spa, scenic cruises and so much more! As well as being able to choose from any of the new year’s employee rewards in the US. Find out more below:
