Trend cluster
Category

Office
Expedition

Modern workplaces integrate extracurricular activities to encourage bonding.

Eco Team-Building RetreatsTech-Free Team Building EventsAnti-Tech Nature RetreatsCo-Working Retreats

What's Happening

What is the Office Expedition trend?

Office Expedition: Recognizing the importance of workplace bonding, employers are integrating activities and expeditions that go outside the office for experiential appeal. Bringing employees to out-of-office destinations for leisurely activity as opposed to work-related events, employers are showcasing a willingness to reward their staff while also encouraging a sense of communication among fellow peers.

Workshop question

How often does your team get a chance to interact outside of the office?

Trend themes

Themes within the Office Expedition trend

Three behaviours holding the trend together
01

Workplace Bonding Expeditions

Employers are integrating out-of-office activities and expeditions to encourage bonding among employees.

02

Digital Detox Retreats

Initiatives like Digital Detox offer tech-free, nature-based retreats and workshops for unplugging and reconnecting with oneself for urban professionals.

03

Eco-Friendly Team Building Activities

Outdoor team building activities, which teach skill building and encourage connection among peers in the great outdoors, are becoming increasingly popular, with initiatives such as Long Point Eco Adventures which provides eco-friendly experiences and excursions for public and companies.

Industry implications

What the Office Expedition trend means for industry

Where the trend changes the playbook
For

Human Resources and Talent Management

HR and Talent Management professionals can use workplace expeditions as a way to create a more cohesive and productive team.

For

Wellness and Personal Development

Wellness and personal development organizations can leverage Digital Detox retreats and workshops as a method for teaching mindfulness, relaxation, and connection in today's technology-dependent world.

For

Tourism and Hospitality

Tourism and Hospitality industries can take advantage of the growing demand for eco-tourism and outdoor experiences by offering activities, retreat and workshops such as those offered by Long Point Eco Adventures.

Trend signals

Trend signals for Office Expedition

Trend score 3.1 out of 10, from popularity 40%, activity 45%, freshness 8%.

Popularity40%
Activity45%
Freshness8%
Audience
50%Men
50%Women
  • Gen Alpha (not a primary audience)
  • Gen Z
  • Millennial
  • Gen X
  • Boomer (not a primary audience)
Market
North America
Europe