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Relocate your office for a week to stunning Gran Canaria, escape European winter and work from the beach.
Develop powerful new ideas through a company retreat at one of the world’s top urban beaches, Las Palmas de Gran Canaria.
Gran Canaria is the third-largest island in the Canaries’ archipelago, and locals call it a miniature continent.
It sounds cliché to amazed tourists in travel catalogs, but when you spend some time here, you realize that it’s far from a cliché – mountains, desert, beaches, forests, colonial cities, and small hidden villages. Sound too good to be true? It’s not!
The islands belong to Spain and are not far from the mainland, making them easy to get to from around the world. You don’t need a visa if you’re a European Union resident and you can pay in €.
Known for its excellent year-round weather, Gran Canaria is a great escape, no matter what season you’re considering your company getaway in.
Las Palmas de Gran Canaria is the city from which Christopher Columbus planned his voyage to America, and so Gran Canaria is a colonial city that beams with history, and colors.
There is plenty to do and explore in the capital city, such as street concerts, restaurants, and the local night-life and surfers call it a paradise.
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We've put together a list of
team-building activities for company retreats in
Gran Canaria
, including options that work well for both small and large teams.
From Las Canteras beach to Vegueta’s historic streets and the Maspalomas coastline, this Gran Canaria retreat agenda unfolds through relaxed team sessions, playful beach challenges, and easygoing evenings by the ocean.
Yes, Gran Canaria is one of the most versatile corporate retreat destinations in Europe, offering beaches, mountains, and warm weather year-round, making it ideal for both work sessions and outdoor activities.
Gran Canaria Airport (LPA) is about 20 minutes from Las Palmas and 40 minutes from southern resorts like Maspalomas. It has direct flights from most major European cities, making group travel simple.
Gran Canaria is a year-round destination, with an average temperature of around 22°C. Spring and autumn offer the best balance of warm weather and fewer crowds, while winter is popular for escaping colder climates.
Popular activities include:
Most retreats last 4 to 5 days, slightly longer than mainland destinations due to travel time, allowing teams to balance work, activities, and relaxation.
Gran Canaria is often described as a “mini continent” because it offers beaches, dunes, mountains, and villages all within short driving distances, giving teams a wide variety of experiences in one trip.
Yes, it’s one of the best winter retreat options in Europe, with warm temperatures and sunshine when most of the continent is cold and rainy.
The island is compact, with most key locations reachable within 30–60 minutes by car, making logistics relatively simple compared to larger destinations.
We couldn't do it without you. You were a huge support for us. We did a feedback survey asking the team how everything was, asking about the hotel, the food, the program etc. and they were able to rate from 1 to 10, & overall we have a 9.5 So it was really really successful!
The expectations were really high. We put a lot of pressure on you since the start, telling you about our last events in the Moroccan desert and in Eiffel Tower. But it was great. The organization was really smooth. The event was beyond expectation!
We did a survey with the guys, we have like mostly 9/10, or 10/10. People were really having so much fun… they were very happy with the choice of the place. The venue, the weather, the team dynamics, it all came together really well.
I really felt having you being part of it was such an asset. Just knowing that you were point in organizing this and then also if there was a question or problem we could just reach out directly was really helpful.
Everybody loved it! We did a post-offsite survey, and it was all vibes! Everything went to plan. One thing that we were all saying internally as well is like - I honestly don't think we would have made happen unless we had Surf Office.
It was great! People loved the balance of free time and activities. They loved that we gave them options on activities.
We have been doing this since 2008, so it was the 17th event this year. And the consensus was that this was the best ever. Everybody was super happy, they had lots of fun. So it was great.
People got together, people got to see each other. We had really good internal sessions, and also a lot of off time sessions. I feel Surf Office thought of a lot of things that one would not think when you're planning an off site in another country.
We have grown so much since our last event, so were a lot of people, and we needed those three days to talk, to interact with everyone... You handled it so beautifully. We did not have to worry about organizing or arranging anything. You guys did an amazing job.
The most popular team building activities are surf lessons, SUP lessons and tapas night but there are plenty more to choose from.
Ondrej is an online entrepreneur based in Las Palmas de Gran Canaria. His passion is exploring Canary Islands on motorcycle while searching for authentic gastronomy experiences. He is the first who knows about newly opened restaurants and we always consult with him the best local tips.
Our recommendations for restaurants come from a global network of experts. They share their insider knowledge of the places they live in and visit, and based on your unique preferences, we will give your tailored recommendation during the retreat planning.
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