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Top 10 Hospitality Deals Under $150, part 1

In today's economic climate, there is a growing need for corporate entertainment to deliver value, create a point of difference in the marketplace, and above all, to deliver a unique and memorable experience for their guests. At these times of economic restraint, it is probably even more important to ensure the relationships you do have are solid enough to withstand the potentially rough ride ahead in the market. So companies are just being a little smarter and thinking outstide the square for value, without compromising on 'experience'.

So I have put together a list of top 10 deals under $150 per person, which is quite cheap in the scheme of things! Here's the best deals 6-10.

Let me know what you think, and any other great ideas that deliver fantastic value and a memorable entertaining experience!

6. Rooftop Cinema

Just named 'Bar of the Year' (Cheap Eats Guide), the rooftop bar on top of Curtain House in Swanston St (above 'Cookie') is the place to be. Complete with Director's Chairs, a bar area and a magnificent cityscape to view the film! MELB Cost est. under $100

7. Yachting on the Bay

Learn to sail in high performance racing yachts on the harbour. You can compete with and against your colleagues and clients, it's fun and exciting and certainly a different experience for most people. SYD / MELB Cost est. $100-150

8. Casual Cocktail at the AFL

Watch premiers the Hawks at the MCG or Aurora Stadium in Launceston for just $135. The Hawks have a cocktail package perfect for young corporates or mates wanting a better experience at the footy, with food and drink. A great option. MELB / TAS Cost $135

9. Cooking Day

Cheeky Food Group deliver an award-winning day of team building in the kitchen. They can come to you, or you to them, or can even set up in a more creative 'out of office' location. Guests will learn many skills, they will cook and enjoy the fruits of their labour, literally. The ideal 'leveller' with no leaders and no followers. SYD / MELB / BRIS /ADEL Cost est. $100-$150

10. Clipsal 500

Adelaide's biggest event. This is the official Holden Racing Team event with a special deal for the Thursday only. Guests rub shoulders with the HRT drivers, team members, Grid Girls, and can experience an exclusive Pit Tour, plus food and drink all served with great views near the start / finish. ADEL Cost $150

Next week....the top 5 deals under $150!

Networking Groups all the rage, be involved.

OK, there's special interest networking groups popping up everywhere, particularly in Melbourne and Sydney...usually entrepreneurial networks, digital, mobile, even twitter groups and lots more I am sure, and that I am completely unaware. Below is a few to check out. Please add to the list!

It's definitely worth finding a group you think may suit, and being involved . I went to my first 'The Hive' function last night (hmmm, it's being going for a year apparently!)...guest speaker was Pete Williams - CEO of Deloiite Digital, founder of many very successful start-ups, previous CEO Eclipse (web dev co) and widely considered one of the best digital / online brains in the country.

Very fascinating and refreshing talk! Here's a pic of the scene last night at city bar Red Hummingbird.

   

Below are some groups worth checking out. I'll be at the next Domain event on Thursday night, 26 Feb.

Silicon Beach Australia (Melb, Sydney)

The Hive (Online, digital, entrepreneur networking, Melb)

The Domain ('internetworking', Melb)

Online Divas (online, digital women, Syd)

Melbourne Social Media Breakfast (online, social media, Melb)

Melbourne Jelly (weekly work share group, Melb)

Mobile Monday Melbourne (mobile, technologists, Melbourne)

The Churchill Club (community of technologists, entrepreneurs, innovators)

Pitch Club (national, ideas pitching to investors, angels etc)

Credit Ross Hill for most of these!

See you at the next event!!