Incentive Travel

Diverse, beautiful and inspirational Devon is somewhere that everyone should visit at least once in a lifetime, combining opportunities for adventure, fascinating attractions, world-class hospitality and fantastic events.

Whether you’re rewarding your team for their excellent results or an individual member of staff for going above and beyond, great experiences await. Take a closer look at Devon for incentive travel with a difference: alongside totally-one-off experiences and exciting events, Devon also offers historic landmarks, astonishing natural beauty, and some of the best dining experiences in the UK..

From unique country house hotels, to laid-back beachside retreats, luxury lodges to smart city centre hotels, there’s a huge choice of accommodation that’ll make an excellent base for your clients to discover Devon. There are also many properties available for exclusive use, if you’re looking for a totally one-off travel experience.

Thinking of choosing Devon as your incentive travel destination? Take a look at this sample itinerary for ideas.

Day 1: Discover Plymouth

Morning

Explore central Plymouth and the historic quarter of The Barbican and Sutton Harbour - the heart of the city's heritage. Around the Barbican you’ll find cobbled streets, narrow lanes and more than 200 Listed Buildings, housing cosmopolitan boutique shops, galleries, pubs, cafes and restaurants.

Afternoon

After lunch in one of Plymouth’s many restaurants, take a naval and harbour cruise. Sail across the Plymouth Sound and see both the beautiful Devon and Cornish coasts from one glorious vantage point. View Plymouth Hoe from the water, the famous Drakes Island, and head for the river Tamar where mighty warships and nuclear submarines await!

Evening

Take a guided tour of Plymouth Gin Distillery and learn about the art of making this award-winning drink. Enjoy a tutored tasting of the range and then relax with a cocktal in its Refectory cocktail lounge – where the Pilgrim Fathers are said to have spent their last night before setting sail in the Mayflower to the New World.

Day 2: Discover Dartmoor

Morning

Travel to Dartmoor National Park – remote and mysterious, yet less than 10 miles from central Plymouth. Here, you and your team can test your mettle at climbing, hiking, kayaking, cycling, riding, walking, fishing, all with expert guidance of course – and in the most stunning surroundings.

Afternoon

After your activities, retire to one of Dartmoor’s many country house hotels for a very well-deserved Devon cream tea of scones, cream, jam – and perhaps Champagne! If you’ve chosen one of the larger hotels perhaps relax in the in-house spa to soothe any aching muscles, before taking a stroll in the grounds and taking in some more of the spectacular Dartmoor scenery.

Evening

Head back in to Plymouth for dinner and a show. Plymouth has two large theatres and a number of smaller venues, where you could catch a play, show or gig from world-famous or emerging artists.