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We offer over 100 carefully curated small-group photo tours in over 40 countries. Our authentic adventures offer you a chance to combine a spectacular vacation with a wonderful creative learning experience. We blend travel, culture, photography, cuisine, and more. Our casual format provides a unique blend of hands-on learning techniques and skills mastered over many years, including our exclusive “The Art of Seeing” approach. Whether you are a beginner, an enthusiast, or a professional, we invite you to join us on a truly amazing photographic and cultural adventure of a lifetime.

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Our Art Vacations

Jeannette and Suzy set a new high standard of travel. I joined an ArtWalk Greece with 3 girlfriends. We left Greece with a whole new appreciation of seeing the world by traveling “at the speed of you.” They are fabulous tour leaders. They have a depth of knowledge of the local towns and sites that I have never before experienced. We always felt so well taken care of. We did a lot of walking and art-making. I am looking forward to another Blue Walk in the future!

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Travel Journal Art Vacations

Create an experience to remember.

You’ve daydreamed of this: a vacation with time each day to simply create. The destinations are beautiful. The accommodations are welcoming. All the details are taken care of. In the company of like-minded travelers you savor the wonder of the present moment. And you capture it all through your art.

Create as You Travel

Our Art Walk art vacations are the perfect tours for artists of all levels. Talented and engaging teaching artists offer daily classes inspired by stunning locations. Equal parts journey and learning, our art vacations are based on a travel journal format. Art classes are mostly on site. Some programs have “studio” time at our hotels. Space is almost always limited, so you will learn to work with what is available, being able to create wherever and however you may find yourself. Sketchbook, watercolor, collage, and multimedia workshops are all represented in our schedule.

Everyone is Welcome

Join us. Solo travelers love the easy camaraderie our tours provide. First time European travelers and budding artists love the safe, supportive, and welcoming atmosphere. The main requirements are a desire for adventure and gratitude for the opportunity to pursue it. 

Travel at the speed of you.

Stretch your legs and expand your experience.

Find a community. Receive and share inspiration.

Return home renewed, accomplished, and feeling better than ever.

Keeping an illustrated travel journal enhances your trip and opens your mind. Everything around me is fresh and beautiful because I’m drawing it, seeing it truly for the first time.    

Once you return from your trip, your mind remains full of wonder. A quick flip through your journal’s pages keeps those memories alive.  

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The Art of Keeping a Travel Sketchbook

Explore Our Art Workshops & Retreats

Sketchbook Travel Journal Vacation in Greece with Koosje Koene

Sep 24-Oct 6, 2024 join Koosje Koene’s island-hopping sketchbook journal vacation in Greece.

Art Journal Workshop in Paris, France with Betsy Beier

Sep 16-23, 2024 join Betsy Beier’s art journal workshop in Paris, France. Fill your sketchbook as we walk the neighborhoods of Paris!

Watercolor Sketchbook Art Workshop in Italy

Ohn Mar Win teaches a 7-night watercolor sketchbook art workshop in Italy. We will tour the Italian Riviera and stunning Lake Como. Join us October 2024.

Art and Creativity Workshop in Italy

Join Jill Badonsky for an art and creativity workshop on the Italian Riviera in October 2024. Write, paint, and sketch for an inspired week.

Art workshop in Venice, Padua, and Parma, Italy

Oct 21-27, 2024 Anne Leuck teaches her art workshop in Venice, Padua and Parma, Italy. See Venice like a local! Taste the best of Parma!

Watercolor Workshop in Greece with Angela Fehr

April 22 – May 4, 2025

Mixed Media Art Workshop in Portugal with Tammy Gilley

March 30-April 5, 2025

Mixed Media Art Workshop in Portugal with Mary Beth Shaw

April 6-12, 2025

Art Workshop Vacation in Paris, France with Tammy Gilley

April 12-19 , 2025

Watercolor Workshop in Italy with Angela Fehr

May 5-11, 2025

Mixed Media Art Workshop in Italy with Tiffany Goff-Smith

May 11-18, 2025

Collage Travel Journal Workshop in Greece with Karen Stamper

May 20-June 1, 2025

Sketchbook Art Workshop in Portugal with Anne Leuck

June 9-15, 2025

Watercolor Journal Workshop in Spain with Ohn Mar Win

June 30 – July 6, 2025

Travel Journal Art Workshop in Spain with Julie Snidle

Sep 8-14, 2025

Sketchbook Art Workshop in Spain with Koosje Koene

Sep 14-20, 2025

Mixed Media Art Workshop in Sicily, Italy with Mary Beth Shaw

Oct 19-Nov 1, 2025 (Coming Soon)

Art Workshop in Spain: Barcelona and Costa Brava

Join artist Mary Beth Shaw for a mixed media art workshop in Spain September 2024. Get inspired and renewed in Barcelona and Costa Brava.

Mixed Media Art Workshop Vacation in Nice, France

Join Tammy Gilley for a mixed media art workshop in Nice, France June 2-8, 2024. Follow in the footsteps of the Matisse, Monet, and Van Gogh.

Mixed Media Art Workshop in Switzerland

Join Mary Beth Shaw on her mixed media art workshop in Switzerland June 2024.

Art Vacations Schedule

This is a list of our public art vacations. The Blue Walk offers private and custom small group tours in addition to our advertised tours. 

There is a separate Blue Walk schedule for our walking vacations. 

2024 Art Vacation Workshops

• April 14-21: Collage journal with Karen Stamper on the Italian Riviera and Lake Como, Italy (7 nights) from $3795 (1 space available)
• May 14-26: Watercolor with Angela Fehr in Greece (12 nights) from $4595 SOLD OUT (waiting list available)
• Jun 2-8: Mixed media with Tammy Gilley on the French Riviera (6 nights) from $3495 SOLD OUT (waiting list available)
• Jun 9-16: Mixed media with Mary Beth Shaw in Switzerland (7 nights) from $4845  (1 space available)
• September 7-14: Mixed media with Mary Beth Shaw in Spain (7 nights) from $3695 SOLD OUT (waiting list available)
• September 16-23: Sketchbook journal with Betsy Beier in Paris, France (7 nights) from $4295
• September 24-October 6: Sketchbook journal with Koosje Koene in Greece (12 nights) SOLD OUT (waiting list available)
• October 7-14: Sketchbook journal with Ohn Mar Win on the Italian Riviera and Lake Como (7 nights) from $3795 SOLD OUT (waiting list available)
• October 14-20: Art and Creativity workshop with Jill Badonsky on the Italian Riviera (6 nights) from $3595 SOLD OUT (waiting list available)
• October 21-27: Sketchbook journal with Anne Leuck in Venice and Parma, Italy (6 nights) from ($3745)

2025 Art Vacation Workshops

• March 30-April 5: Mixed Media Workshop Vacation in Portugal with Tammy Gilley (6 nights) from $3495
• April 6-12: Mixed Media Art Workshop in Portugal with Mary Beth Shaw (6 nights) from $3395
• April 12-19: Art Workshop Vacation in Paris, France with Tammy Gilley (7 nights) from $3995
• April 22 - May 4: Watercolor workshop with Angela Fehr in Greece (12 nights) from $4745
• May 5-11: Watercolor workshop in Italy with Angela Fehr (6 nights) from $3445
• May 11-18: Mixed media art workshop in Italy with Tiffany Goff-Smith (7 nights) from $3795
• May 20 - June 1: Collage Travel Journal Workshop in Greece with Karen Stamper (12 nights) from $4745
• June 9 - 15: S ketchbook Workshop in Portugal with Anne Leuck (6 nights) from $3495
• June 30 - July 6: Watercolor journal workshop in Spain with Ohn Mar Win (6 nights) from $3595
• September 8-14: Travel Journal Art Workshop in Spain with Julie Snidle (6 nights) from $3445 
• September 14-20: sketchbook workshop in Spain with Koosje Koene (6 nights) from $3445
• Oct 21 - Nov 1: Mixed Media Art Workshop in Sicily, Italy with Mary Beth Shaw (11 nights) Details coming soon. Join interest list.

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4 Tour Guide Training Programs to Improve Your Skills

By Kyla Steeves

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Being a successful tour guide doesn’t happen overnight. You can’t just snap your fingers and wake up as Kelsey Tonner. If you want to differentiate your tour business from others, double your tips, and become a tour director one day, you have to improve your tour guide skills. 

Of course, that might happen naturally as you gain experience over time — especially if you do a self-evaluation at the end of every tour. But one of the best and fastest ways to fine-tune your skills is to take a few tour guide training courses.

By learning directly from the experts, you can get insider tips on real-life scenarios so that you know how to lead tours like a pro, which will help you feel more competent and confident as a tour guide. Not to mention, spruce up your LinkedIn profile with a snazzy tour guide certification to add credibility to your skillset. 

So, where can you get started? We break down the top 4 tour guide training programs in the industry right now. Specifically, those that offer online courses, so that you can level up your tour guide skills in your pajamas during this unsolicited downtime.

(P.S. if you are a tour operator reading this, you can better support your tour guides by offering intensive, in-house tour guide training and encouraging professional development with the following courses below)

Top tour guide training courses

1. TripSchool

If Shane Whaley from Tourpreneur gives something his stamp of approval, you know it has to be good. After taking one of the TripSchool workshops, Shane shared that the learning experience was intense , brutally honest , no sugar coating , and well worth the time and money . (You can see the full review in the Tourpreneur Approved Directory ).

In other words, TripSchool isn’t kidding around. Combining over 40 years of experience in the industry, the founders, Mitch Bach and Alan Armijo, are passionate about helping tour guides grow their skills based on everything they’ve learned first-hand. In fact, they’re often described as the Dynamic Duo by their long list of graduates. 

With TripSchool, you can choose your own training adventure. Between live, interactive workshops, self-paced online courses, and in-person classes, there’s an option for almost any learning style. TripSchool also has a library of tour guide handbooks , written by tour guides, that provide insight on how to lead tours in the most in-demand tourist hot spots of the United States. 

For new tour guides, you might want to start with the Tour Director & Guide Certification . In this course, you’ll learn how to improve your tour guide skills by completing a three-step process:

• Online course: 10 days of covering essential terminology and concepts behind tour directing
• Boot camp: 6 days of applying what you learned to the field with a small class size
• Work and mentorship: TripSchool won’t leave you hanging. After completing the course, you’ll get access to continued education and graduate support to help you succeed in your career

That’s not all, TripSchool also offers a Getting Hired Series, with real critiques from tour operators on what they look for in a resume and interview, as well as short destination training sessions (2-3 hours of jam-packed tips). I can go on and on; you’ll just have to see yourself by checking out the Online Tourism Training Library . 

2. International Tour Management Institute

Around since 1976, the International Tour Management Institu t e (ITMI) is one of the longest-running tour training programs in the industry. Over 8,000 tour guides and travel leaders have graduated from ITMI, who, as alumni, enjoy exclusive access to an online community of tour professionals, the industry’s largest database of tour resources, and the annual ITMI Symposium — a networking and educational event. 

Like the TripSchool, ITMI’s Tour Certification Program breaks up the curriculum into three sections over the course of two months:

• Tour Leading Fundamentals: learn all about the key concepts and skills required in the field (3 weeks of online classes and assignments)
• Learning Lab: spend a full week with your classmates in-destination, and apply what you learned to practical, real-life scenarios (8-day in-person intensive training)
• Career Launchpad: get the support you need with a career action plan and online coaching (3 weeks of one-on-one sessions)

ITMI values the entire program at over $14,000, but tuition is less than half of that. If you’re unsure about investing that much money, think of it like a college degree. An ITMI certificate is recognized internationally, and they partner with over 1,000 tour companies worldwide, so they can help jumpstart your career with suitable job opportunities. 

Don’t wait to apply for admission . ITMI only takes 175 students into the certification program. Or check out what other courses they offer, like the Student Tour or National Parks Master Class. (P.S. if you’re a tour operator, you can work with ITMI to design a customized training program for your tour guides). 

3. International Guide Academy

Like ITMI, the International Guide Academy (IGA) has been around for a long time. First established in 1973, IGA has 47 years of experience training tour guides and directors in four continents, including places like Australia, Hong Kong, and even at sea on a cruise ship.

IGA offers both a tour director and tour guide course, which you can take back to back and receive a tuition discount. It’s important to note that tour guides and tour directors require different knowledge and training, so being able to get both certifications at a lower cost is a double whammy. 

In just seven days, the Tour Guide Class goes over everything you need to know, including travel industry terminology, conduct and ethics, commentary skills, your role as a local expert , and so much more. As a graduate, you also receive lifetime job placement assistance and access to a detailed list of 200+ tour operators and their contact information.

With instructors from all over the world and different cultural backgrounds, IGA is looking to expand its number of international locations where you can do your training. But for now, they’re holding the tour guide programs entirely online, so be sure to check their website for upcoming class dates. 

4. EastguidesWest

Accredited by  ILM  — Institute of Leadership & Management —  EastguidesWest  offers coaching for tour leaders worldwide, especially remote and emerging destinations. Founded by two tour directors who are both ITMI-certified, Sjannie Hulsman-Louwers and Barnaby Davies strive to make tourism education more accessible to all by passing on their knowledge and expertise online and on-site. 

While they invested thousands in their own tourism training, they generously share their insights and how-to at a fraction of the cost in as little as three days. With a primary focus on Western tourism expectations and sustainability, EastguidesWest’s  field training  covers  cultural sensitivity , body language and public speaking, pricing with a business mindset, personalized guest attention, and so much more.

Now, don’t worry if you can’t travel for training. EastguidesWest also has budget-friendly  online tour guide courses  you can work through on your own time, which are currently on sale due to COVID-19. There are twelve courses in total (with more to come), so that’s twelve certifications to spice up your resume and help you land a job with a tour operator.

Speaking of, EastguidesWest connects local tour guides to Western tour operators through an ever-growing global network of tourism professionals. Not to mention, they’ve recently launched a program to help tour guides in need where tour guides can get support from donations. So if you could use some assistance paying for basic necessities right now, send in your tour guide crisis application form.

Other fantastic courses for tour guides

We already know that tour guides wear many hats. They must know how to make a commentary in tour guiding , handle large groups, and have exceptional time management and navigational abilities. But what really makes a tour guide stand out to both tour operators and their guests? Being prepared for almost anything that comes your way with a diverse skillset. 

So, it’s good to take courses outside of guiding to become a more well-rounded and successful tour guide. Here are a few ideas to start you off:

• Improvisation: tour guides have to be on their toes from check-in to check-out. Learn how to keep the funny tour guide jokes going in-between your scripted bits by taking on online class with Second City Works — the largest school of improvisation and sketch comedy in the world.
• Public speaking: most of the above tour guide courses will go over effective techniques here, but if you want to fine-tune your public speaking skills to make the tour less of a presentation and more of a conversation, consider taking this LinkedIn course .
• Marketing: many tour operators have enough on their plate already, and could always use some marketing help. Show how invaluable you can be to the operation’s success by helping to grow its online presence. The Tourism Tribe offers a bunch of affordable digital marketing courses for the tourism industry, including Blogging for Tourism , Facebook Ads 101 , and a short Instagram workshop . 
• Videography: tour operators love getting their hands on content to attract and engage social media followers. Help them out by getting incredible footage of their tours (ones you aren’t leading). Here’s an excellent cinematography course on SkillShare with a focus on travel filmmaking. 

Final thoughts

Don’t forget to check out if there are any certification programs offered in your country to improve your tour guide skills. And if you are looking to become an adventure guide, you’ll want to look for specific courses and licenses in your niche. Best of luck in your career as a tour guide!

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Tourism is among the most important economic drivers in many world regions, and Mallorca is no exception. With its natural beauty, rich culture and wide range of services, the island has become an attractive destination for travellers from all over the world.

In this context, the fifth edition of the  MallorcaLeads International Workshop, sponsored primarily by the Calvià Town Hall and Funddació Calvià 2004 , stands out as a  crucial event for the promotion of the destination and strengthening of the tourism sector in Mallorca .

What is a Tourism Workshop?

Tourism workshops are events that put meeting planners, tour operators, tour wholesalers and travel organisers into contact with  tourism service providers . The aim is to establish strong business relationships, promote new destinations and products, and foster collaboration in the travel and events industry.

A platform for networking

Tourism workshops are more than trade fairs; they are professional meetings designed to connect key players in the sector. At tourism workshops, event organisers can meet directly with travel suppliers and those responsible for event venues on the island. Travel organisers can discover new opportunities and experiences to offer their customers, and this often includes FAM trips (familiarisation trips) and press trips (press trips) to get to know the destinations thoroughly.

Boosting the brand image

Brand image is a valuable asset in the tourism industry. Event planners, travel organisers and travel managers rely on the reputation of destinations and service providers to deliver exceptional experiences to their clients. Events such as the  MallorcaLeads International Workshop play a vital role in enhancing Mallorca’s image as a top tourist destination.

A diversity of services for different segments

The  MallorcaLeads International Workshop covers a wide range of the tourism sector’s segments, from corporate events and incentives to conventions and business travel. This means that tourism professionals can find the best opportunities and partnerships to suit their areas of expertise. Offering a wide range of services is essential to attract different types of travellers and meet their needs.

Building customer trust

Trus is an essential asset in the tourism sector. Travellers rely on professionals to provide them with unforgettable and safe experiences. Tourism workshops allow tourism professionals to get to know each other and share knowledge and experiences, which helps build customer trust.

Mallorca: a very versatile destination

Mallorca is much more than a sun a beach destination. The island offers a wide variety of activities and experiences, from corporate events in exclusive event spaces to adventure travel in the outdoors. This professional workshops allows participants to discover the richness and diversity of Mallorca and promote it as an attractive destination for all types of travellers.

The MallorcaLeads Internation Workshop is a key event to strengthen Mallorca’s tourism sector. Supported by  Calvià Town Hall and Fundació Calvià 2004 , this workshop is the perfect platform to boost Mallorca’s brand image, connect tourism professionals and build customer trust.

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Welcome! Highlights in Istanbul was established in Galata in 2022. Our goal is to introduce Turkish culture to the world and provide our guests with unforgettable experiences.

Every day, we welcome visitors from all around the world and Turkey. We organize a " Qualified Turkish Coffee Making on Sand and Fortune Telling " and a  "Traditional Turkish Mosaic Lamp Workshop" for you.

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Qualified Turkish Coffee Making on Sand and Fortune Telling Workshop: ​​

Learn the history, characteristics, and brewing technique of Turkish coffee with expert moderators.

Experience making "Special and Authentic" Turkish coffee in our gourmet workshop.

Choose from different varieties of coffee beans and create your own Turkish coffee.

Conclude the activity with a fun fortune-telling session using traditional methods.

Participants receive a personalized gift set with a cezve, cup, and coffee.

Suitable for group or individual participation, ideal for birthdays or corporate events.

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Explore the history and craftsmanship of mosaic lamps with expert moderators.

Select your own design and attach manually cut glass pieces to the lamp.

Design your lamp with odorless silicone that dries quickly.

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We can come to venues for special events upon invitation.

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Travel Photography Workshops are a great experience, offering exceptional photo-ops, first-rate instructors, 4-star accommodations, delicious food and interesting companions. Your package price for each workshop includes tuition, hotel accommodations for the entire workshop period, breakfast, lunch and dinner daily, guide service, ground transportation and admission fees for specific area attractions. These prices are subject to change. Please check our web site for all updates as to prices and dates of departure. We select destinations based on their appeal for photographers of all styles and interests; the cultural locations we visit provide a wide array of vistas and cultures. Centre workshops abroad offer the same quality and professionalism you receive at our home in West Palm Beach. Our tour leaders lead you toward one-of-a-kind images of subjects ranging from flowers to faces, from landscapes to architecture. We limit most workshops to 10 participants in order to guarantee hands-on individual instruction.

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Hotel accomodations for travel workshops.

FOTOtravel Workshops cater to participants who appreciate quality accommodations. Though each itinerary varies depending on the location and trip details, the Centre books mostly 4 star hotels. Some remote locations do not have a 4 star hotel, in which case we will book the best available. You may request single or double occupancy, but there is an additional charge for single occupancy. Where double-room occupancy is requested, the Centre will pair roommates on a first-come, first-serve basis. If a roommate is not available, you will be charged the single occupancy rate. Accommodations at some of our remote destinations may not allow for single occupancy, in which case you will have to share a room on those nights. If you would like additional nights, please contact us so that we can arrange it for you.

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What is a workshop event, why is a workshop event valuable, 19 workshop event ideas, key takeaways: master the art of workshop events, 19 high-impact workshop event ideas.

Workshops have long been a great way to communicate ideas, bring people together, or get closer to accomplishing business goals. But as events have moved online, the status quo doesn’t work anymore.

After too many Zoom calls and webinars, we’re tired. We need something new. So we started digging into how we could make virtual or hybrid workshop ideas more engaging and productive. What surprised us was that, even though the human connection might feel different online (or just awkward at times), there are many benefits to virtual workshops.

So whether you’re preparing for in-person workshops again or if you plan on running virtual breakout sessions this year, we’ve put this list of workshop ideas together to inspire your next event.

A workshop — often used in B2B event marketing   — is an event that gives attendees hands-on experience with the subject matter. Workshop topics or themes are often specific to a certain industry or niche. Attendees participate in workshops to acquire a new skill or specialized knowledge that they can apply to their day-to-day life or profession.

Workshop events are valuable because they enable attendees to learn new skills and work toward their goals. This can include certification courses or unique networking opportunities. Workshops also provide opportunities to break up larger events — virtual or in-person — into smaller sessions with more hands-on and interactive activities.

It can be overwhelming to start planning an engaging workshop from scratch. After you’ve identified the goals and desired outcomes for your workshop, read this list of ideas to inspire your next event.

1. Get Personal

Nike has gone all-in by offering personalized experiences and workshops to its large fanbase. After downloading the Nike app, fans don’t only have access to personalized promotions or new products. They also receive personalized invites to upcoming events and workshops. Nike’s workshops are both online and in-person, depending on the purpose of the workshop.

Source: Nike

For one virtual event, Nike created personalized welcome pages for its attendees with tailored messaging from keynote speaker and tennis pro Serena Williams.

Source: Nike News

For one of its biggest events of the year, Air Max Day 2021 , Nike hosts an immersive virtual experience with keynote speakers, musical performances, product drops, and creative workshops. Attendees will get the opportunity to learn from Nike collaborators and designers in smaller groups even though the event is global and all-virtual.

2. Blend the Physical and Virtual

Virtual reality (VR) used to be an expensive idea for workshops, but over the years the sticker price has gone down. For marketing teams using account-based marketing , sending a VR set to a list of top accounts could be a great way to impress and interact virtually with key decision-makers.

VR still might be slightly obscure, but it won’t be that way forever. About 20% of Facebook’s employees now work on VR and AR technology. The social media company plans on greatly accelerating the technology over the next few years.

Source: Youtube

The use cases for VR are vast and vary greatly across industries. For B2B companies working across manufacturing, energy, or complex fields, the technology could be used for improving training workshops. VR will help workshop organizers train attendees in a safer environment while lowering costs.

3. Teach By Doing

Source: Facebook for Business

The best way to learn new skills is often by doing them. At Facebook Blueprint Live workshops , Facebook leaders teach agency leaders how to best leverage Facebook for their clients. Together, they engage in interactive experiences and build media plans for theoretical clients. There is no sitting back in these invite-only, one-day workshops. Participants are expected to collaborate and apply their learning in real-time.

4. Leverage Social Media

If your workshop is designed for marketing purposes on some level, remember to tie it together with your other channels. Social media skills are extremely helpful when it comes to promoting your workshop, but they also are beneficial for creating engagement and participation opportunities during the workshop.

Add interactivity to the workshop by enabling Live Q&A on your streaming platform, offering rewards and incentives for sharing content or hashtags, polling your audience, or more.

5. Build Connections

In a similar fashion to networking, B2B businesses can provide clients with direct access to new leads or prospects by bringing together individuals in their network. Base your workshop on a common interest they share and coordinate scheduling so that businesses and potential customers have plenty of time to meet.

The premise behind Wine Pleasures: Buyer Meets Cellar  is to bring together boutique wine producers and serious wine importers. To facilitate personal discussions, the organizers behind Buyer Meets Cellar set up one-on-one business meetings between attendees according to mutual interests. Post-workshop networking events serve as an additional opportunity for attendees to expand their networks within the industry.

6. Add to Your Conference

If you’re hosting a conference or summit, consider implementing a few workshops into your schedule. Workshops serve to fill slow event times with high-value content, and as an event type, these are completely flexible to any space. This strategy works as part of a broader multi-touch event marketing plan or the idea that a variation of event types can be strategically placed throughout the multi-touch funnel for each one to be most effective.

The Adobe Max Conference for instance continuously hosts a “Community Pavilion” outside their main event. This space showcased a variety of vendors, interactive technology booths, and creative workshops for attendees to choose from.

7. Make Networking Natural

Using a dedicated networking platform or  event app , workshop attendees can upload their business headshots, bios, and interests into a LinkedIn-esque website. From there, participants can easily message and interact with each other before and after the event. Bringing together like-minded people is a great goal, but helping them stay in touch after the workshop ends is an even more challenging task.

Nanotexnology 2019’s B2B Matchmaking Event lets attendees upload their cooperation profiles. Through their system, users can request meetings and finalize agendas with help from event coordinators. Because their workshop participants are located all over the world, a dedicated communication tool helps overcome the barrier of costly international cell phone plans.

8. Champion Collaboration

People are tired of online meetings where the conversation is dominated by one or two people. Project development is optimized when multiple participants chime in. The challenge is that not everyone can contribute at once — especially using a video conferencing tool.

One solution is to use sticky notes. This is common practice in traditional workshops, but can also be applied virtually. Tools like Miro enable participants to create, organize, store, and export sticky notes created in a workshop.

Source: Miro

If you’re running internal workshops to build and develop projects, sticky notes are great because they add an asynchronous element to the meeting. Participants can add notes before or after the workshop to optimize the development process. Digital product agency Crema uses sticky notes to collaborate on projects , such as its webinar series, “Collaboration after COVID-19.”

9. Provide One-of-a-Kind Resources

One of the most important tools for any business regardless of their niche is real-world data and case studies. This information is often difficult to obtain. Hosting a workshop that offers these materials plus expert analysis on the given topics creates a truly unique experience for attendees and can easily be added to any of your corporate event ideas .

SmartCities’s Clean Air Through IoT Networks Workshop is dedicated to improving air quality with statistical data and examples of success stories they’ve personally witnessed. Part informational meeting, part brainstorm session, this workshop is a great example of just how important events of this kind can be.

10. Explore New Technologies

Not only is new technology incredibly interesting, but it’s also a lot of fun to use. Give workshop attendees firsthand experience with gadgets and software not yet on the market or newly launched. Once they’ve had a chance to experience it for themselves you can use the workshop to further explain how these tools can be integrated with their business practices shortly.

KneeVR’s Workshop on Virtual Reality in Healthcare helps professionals understand that VR is not just for gamers. Their workshop gives attendees a glimpse into the many practical uses for VR through speakers, inspiring cases, and live demos. This is just another example of how VR can be used in live events .

11. Foster Partnerships

Partnerships are a popular way to increase reach and revenue for any business type. At partnership workshops, attendees with similar interests and business goals have an opportunity to meet through these industry-specific events. Knowing who to invite will largely depend on your larger business goals. For instance, if you’re targeting specific accounts in a specific industry through an  account-based event marketing strategy, you may want to bring in a specific partner. As you’ll see in this next example, there are lots of ways to facilitate interactions with this goal in mind.

The Euregional B2B Brokerage Workshop uses speed dating to help entrepreneurs, SMEs, and institutions spark potential relationships. They also offer matchmaking services in the form of small-group workshops.

12. Get Educational

Your product or service can be the main theme for a series of workshop events. If your business is constantly updating or improving its offers, hosting educational workshops helps keep users engaged for the long term. Bonus points if you offer insider tips that will only be shared during the sessions.

13. Answer Burning Questions

No matter what profession you choose, they probably have a set of questions around their most challenging stumbling blocks that require advanced training. Workshops are a great way to give them the answers they so desire. ImpactHub’s Sales Workshop keeps this fact in mind as they walk participants through their biggest pain points and present a variety of solutions, tools, and tips. They even invite a panel of experts to weigh in on the issues.

14. Offer Mini-Workshop Sprints

Sometimes a topic will be important enough to do a workshop on, but so specific that it doesn’t fit into the standard 1 hour to 90 minute session time we’re all so accustomed to. The good news is you can offer a series of niche interest workshops in 20-30 minutes sprints in a single day. Covering a lot of topics in a short amount of time will be extra appealing to attendees who can cherry-pick the lessons most pertinent to them.

15. Make It Quirky

B2B workshops don’t have to be all business, all the time. Whether you choose a playful twist on a well-known topic or bring a fresh perspective to an old issue, there are no limits to how creative you can get with your workshop topics. For creativity exercises and other prompts, Dave Birss has developed plenty of resources to get you started.

Source: Dave Birss

16. Target the Right Prospects

Instead of telling your prospects how much you know about a topic, you can show them through a workshop. If you choose a specific need of theirs to address and combine that with an impactful set of tools, you’ll have a greater chance of converting them later on.

NASSCOM’s Deep Insights Workshop is mostly interested in improving brand awareness among top-of-funnel clients like entrepreneurs with a certain level of funding. They help answer the top two questions every customer in this category has at this stage of growth. This approach helps NASSCOM build lifelong relationships through their workshops.

17. Provide a Free Evaluation

Sometimes it’s hard to determine the success of a business when you’re working inside of it. Businesses with lots of clients in a particular niche have a broader view of the industry. Based on observations from real customers over time, you may have a better idea of a company’s relative health than even they do.

The Place Berlin’s B2B Prospection Workshop offers a free diagnostic of each participant’s lead generation process and gives specific advice on how to make improvements. Attendees also enjoy lectures on broader topics so that they can get both big-picture knowledge and personal recommendations from the same event.

18. Think Big … and Small

Regardless of your current audience reach, workshops are an opportunity to introduce your brand to international or local markets. Whether you’re a small-town company spreading its wings to other countries, or a globally recognized business reconnecting with its roots, there are lots of ways to target specific communities through workshops.

Hoteliers European Marketplace (HEM) 2019 caters to a niche audience: hoteliers in Europe. And although their name might imply they stick to a single region of the globe, the one-day B2B workshop invites international wholesalers, tour operators, and online intermediaries. In doing so they are helping their European clients reach newer markets and form partnerships they might not have otherwise had access to.

19. Use the Best Tools

If there’s one thing we know by now, it’s that online versions of live events have the potential to be very successful. They’re highly measurable: you can track the number of views, participants, and CTAs. They are also very accessible so audiences don’t have to travel to join in on the fun.

Now that virtual events, breakout sessions, and workshops have become normal, you need to be using the tools that can help you give the best experience to your participants.

Tools like Zoom, Miro, and Dropbox Paper are great for collaboration. If your workshops are part of a larger event, you’ll also want a modern end-to-end event success platform that can support in-person, virtual, or hybrid events.

Here are some big ideas to keep in mind when planning your next business workshop:

• Make workshops fun by choosing cool themes and cutting-edge tools and tips.
• Provide a high-value experience with useful extras and a curated guest list.
• Foster relationships between participants who can benefit from doing business with each other.

No matter what your event strategy   is, focus on helping your attendees accomplish their goals and you can’t go wrong.

Editor’s Note: This blog was originally published in January 2019 and has been updated for relevance.

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The people behind The Tourist Trap:

Robert Aronowitz Co-Coordinator

Jason Paul Tate Co-Coordinator

Emily Asbury Asst.  Coordinator

Mike Magliocca Asst. Coordinator

John Gardiner Onsite Coordinator

The Tourist Trap is Florida's premier regional workshop, offering stage combat and stunt training to students and working professionals each year in the month of February. Now in it's tenth year, the workshop is produced by Neutral Chaos; a movement solutions company based out of New York City that provides training and choreographic services. Rob Aronowitz is a former faculty member and a graduate of the University of Central Florida. Tate - as he is known by most - also has ties to Florida as an alum of Florida State University where he was a visiting faculty member. Rob now resides in New York City and Tate in San Diego, CA. Both are Certified Teachers & Fight Directors with the SAFD and work as actors, movement directors, stunt performers and teaching artists.

Emily Asbury is an Advanced Actor Combatant with the SAFD and an Associate Instructor with Neutral Chaos as well as a freelance actor and fight director. She has served the workshop as both Assistant Coordinator and Head Intern. Mike Magliocca is a Certified Teacher with the SAFD, partner at Neutral Chaos and current coordinator of the New York regional workshop "The Summer Sling." John Gardiner is a current faculty member at the University of Central Florida and serves as the Tourist Trap's onsite Coordinator. John teaches in the acting department and has served as a fight captain on Broadway and for nationally touring shows.

As we fill out our 2024 instructors. You can check our instagram for the most up to date information. You can also take a look at some of our previous year's teaching staff here .

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Nervous about running your first workshop? We get it. It's a high-stakes situation and you want to seem confident and practiced. So how do you facilitate a workshop like a boss when you've never run one before? Well, you don't.

Instead of jumping straight in at the deep end, try out individual workshop activities on your own. Take your time to understand the steps, get a feel for what situations they work in, and enjoy yourself without anyone judging you if things go wrong.

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How Might We…

When to use: When you are overwhelmed with obstacles

Outcome: All obstacles reframed into opportunities, 1-3 of them highlighted to focus on

What you need: a bunch of post-its, marker, second marker or voting dots

Time: 30 mins

1. Set a timer for 10 mins. Write down the problems and obstacles that come to mind, each on a separate post-it note.

2. Set another timer for 10 mins. Now grab a post-it, take the first problem and reframe it so it’s a question that starts with “How Might We” (HMW for short). For instance, if your problem was “Low visitor numbers”, your HMW reframe will be: “HMW increase visitor numbers?”

3. Repeat until you get to the last one.

4. Now set a timer for 5 mins. Skim through your HMW notes and group them by theme. e.g. site visits, newsletter signup, refunds. Go quick and dirty. You’ll see which areas have the most challenges to solve.

5. Set another timer for 5 mins. You’re going to vote on the biggest pain points; no more than 3. Place a dot vote next to the chosen HMW questions (or draw a dot with the 2nd marker). You can use more than one vote for the same question!

6. Peel off the post-its with the votes and you’ve got your focus points.

Quite a big shift in thinking, isn’t it? You can immediately start coming up with potential solutions. There’s gonna be a lot of them! If only we had a way to prioritise them…

Impact / effort matrix

When to use: When you need to prioritise

Outcome: A weighted and prioritised grid of the challenges you’re facing, showing which ones to focus on and which ones to ditch

What you need: post-its, marker, a sheet of paper or a whiteboard

Time: 15 minutes

1. Draw a 2x2 grid. The X axis is impact; the Y axis is effort.

2. Set a timer for 5 minutes. Write down your items to prioritise on individual post-its. These could be DIY tasks, Q4 priorities, or the potential solutions from the HMW activity above.

3. Set a timer for 10 minutes. Now take the post-its one by one and stick them on the impact/effort matrix. Where you’re going to stick them depends on two things: how hard it is to do them (effort), and how much you’d gain if they were done (impact). You don’t need to get clinical: broad strokes will do.

4. Voting is probably not even going to be necessary as the matrix speaks for itself. We like to assign each quadrant a role - they make it pretty obvious what to focus on and what to avoid like the plague.

Now get cracking on those quick wins and get a few tasks out of the way.

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Crazy 8's.

When to use: When you're out of creative juice. Your ideas feel old and boring.

Outcome: 8 whacky, off the wall ideas

What you need: A4 sheet of paper, marker

Time: 8 minutes (yes, really)

1. Think about the idea that you need to jazz up. Is it some stale marketing copy? A bad piece of design? Or a boring event plan?

2. Fold an A4 piece of paper into half, then half again, and (you guessed it) half again. You should have 8 rectangular sections.

3. Set a timer for one minute. In that minute, draw or write a crazy variation of your boring idea into square 1. Go nuts and don't limit yourself: the point here is to break through your creative barrier.

4. When the minute is up, start the timer for another minute and move on to square 2. Develop your new idea further - and if you can’t, just come up with a new one.

5. Repeat until you’ve filled all 8 squares. 

You might be able to use one of these ideas, but it’s also possible that they’re just too "out there". But after this exercise you'll be in a more creative frame of mind. You can dig into what does and doesn't work about the crazy ideas, and that'll give you a direction to move in.

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User journey map.

When to use: When work becomes abstract or confusing. It's a sign you've lost sight of the actual, real-life journey that your audience is taking

Outcome: A simple, visual, step-by-step map of the user journey

What you need : A4 sheet of paper, marker

Time: 20 minutes

1. Rotate your sheet to a horizontal position. Create 5 headings across the width, as if you were making columns: Actors | Discover | Learn | Use | Goal

2. Think about who your actors are. Is it the customer? Is it the sales department? You might have more than one actor and more than one journey.

3. Now pin down the end goal. What is it you want them to achieve? A sale? A newsletter subscription?

4. What's the immediate step that leads them to the goal? And what's the step before THAT? Where do they need to discover your product in order for all that to happen? Work your way back through the various phases. Adjust / omit them as needed.

It won’t be a work of art, but it’s still worth sticking above your desk. It WILL pull you back to reality when work starts to feel abstract again.

Lightning demos

When to use: When you're stuck for inspiration or something feels unsolvable

Outcome: 1-3 inspiring ideas of how others solved a similar challenge

What you need: smartphone or computer with Internet connection, post-its, marker

Time: 30 minutes

1. Think about what you're trying to solve. How have others solved a similar problem? You might have seen a TV ad, listened to a talk or used a product that got it right.

2. Look up those companies and products, or try to find new ones. They don’t have to be from your own industry and 2-3 examples will suffice.

3. Note down the big idea that makes each solution work and try to find the how or why. We've got a handy template for you:

4. Take a couple of screenshots or photos that show the solution in action.

Normally you'd demo these to your team so they can… get inspired (*cough* steal it *cough*) but you don't have to do that. Demoing to yourself is enough to find the strong ideas and get the creative juices flowing. (You thief.)

There you have it: five brilliant activities to build your workshopping muscle while solving problems. Once you've got the hang of them, it’s time to capitalise on your unfair advantage. 

A meeting has tanked? Swoop in and save the day with a “How might we…” activity. Running a prioritisation session? Give the effort / impact matrix a spin. This way you'll be preparing the ground for your first full-blown workshop while looking like an absolute badass.

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A new floor sign system at the Moscow metro's Pushkinskaya station. Source: Vladimir Pesnya / RIA Novosti

For many years now, Moscow has lagged behind St. Petersburg when it comes to making life easy for tourists, especially where getting around the city is concerned. Whereas the northern capital installed English-language maps, signs and information points throughout its subway system in the late 2000s, the Russian capital’s metro remained a serious challenge for foreign visitors to navigate.

Recent visitors to Moscow may have noticed some signs that change is afoot, however. In many stations of the Moscow subway, signs have appeared on the floor – with large lettering in Russian and English – indicating the direction to follow in order to change lines. Previously, foreign visitors using the Moscow metro had to rely solely upon deciphering the Russian-language signs hanging from the ceilings.

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However, this new solution has a significant drawback. “The floor navigation is visible only to a small stream of people – fewer than three people per meter. During peak hours, this navigation will simply not be noticed,” said Konstantin Trofimenko, Director of the Center for Urban Transportation Studies.

One of the biggest problems for tourists in the Russian capital remains the absence of English translations of the names of subway stations in the station vestibules and on platforms. The Department of Transportation in Moscow has not commented yet as to when this problem will be solved. However, Latin transliterations of station names can already be found in the subway cars themselves.

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At four of the central stations – Okhotny Ryad, Teatralnaya, Ploshchad Revolyutsii, Lubyanka and Kuznetsky Most – the city authorities have now installed colorful stands at the exits with schematic diagrams of the station’s concourse and surrounding area, which provide information about the main attractions and infrastructural facilities.

The schematic diagrams are the work of British specialists from the City ID and Billings Jackson Design firms, who have already implemented successful projects in New York and London.

According to Alexei Novichkov, expert at the Design Laboratory at the Higher School of Economics, the design of these information booths raises no objections: The color solutions, font, layout and icons are consistent with international standards.

However, the stands do have some shortcomings. “Many questions are raised about the fact that the developers of these maps did not apply orientation to the north, and have provided layouts of the surrounding areas with respect to the exits,” says Novichkov. “A system like that is used for road navigators, but most of the ‘paper’ guides and maps are oriented strictly to north. The subway map is also oriented to north, so people may become confused.”

Muscovites and foreign visitors are generally positive about these navigation elements, with most of them citing the numbered exits from the subway as the most useful feature.

The fact is that many Moscow subway stations have several exits. One of the busiest central stations of the Moscow subway in particular, Kitay-Gorod, has more than a dozen exits. Previously, these exits were differentiated from each other only with signs in Russian referring to the names of streets and places of interest to which they led – making it easy for tourists and those with poor navigation skills to get confused.

Now, when making an appointment to meet a friend, instead of struggling to find the right spot when they tell you: “I'll meet you at the exit to Solyanka Street,” you can just propose to meet under a specific exit number.

“I’ve lived in Moscow for seven years,” says Angelika, a designer from Voronezh, “but I still don’t always know where to go to find the place I need, so the new schematic diagrams will be very useful. Previously, some subway stations had maps, but not with so much detail.”

Teething problems

Foreigners, meanwhile, focus their attention on other elements. “It is good that the new information boards have QR-codes, which can be ‘read’ by smartphones,” says Florentina, a writer from Vienna. But there are also shortcomings. “The English font of the information on posters and in the captions to theaters and museums is too small – you have to come very close to see it well,” she says.

Pleasant encounters on the streets of Moscow

Florentina was also dissatisfied with the fact that such posters are not provided at all subway stations: “When I was trying to find Tsaritsyno Park (a museum and reserve in the south of Moscow) at a subway station with the same name, it turned out to be quite difficult,” she says.

“There are no maps with landmarks for other areas, such as those already in the city center. There were no clear pointers in the English language, and the passers-by I met did not speak in English, so they could not help me,” she adds.

Officials say that the navigation system is gradually being redeveloped and improved. According to Darya Chuvasheva, a press representative for the Department of Transport of Moscow, the introduction of a unified navigation system will take place in stages.

“By the end of 2014, the system will first appear on the first subway stations on the Circle Line. By the end of 2015, we plan to install the system at all major stopping points, subway stations and transport interchange hubs,” says Chuvasheva.

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Sights of Elektrostal, Moscow region

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In the Moscow region there is a small cozy town Elektrostal. Its sights for the most part have no historical value due to the fact that the city has a relatively small history. But for a visiting tourist or city dweller, they will be of interest. There is something to see, where to go to have an exciting leisure time.

Today the population of the city is 158 thousand people. Until the beginning of the 20th century there were several small workers' settlements here. After the opening of the electrometallurgical and equipment factories, the place began to be called the natural boundary of Calm. The construction of the railway made this settlement accessible, and workers and families flocked here to earn money. In 1925, the station was named Elektrostal, and the rapid increase in population allowed the village to receive the status of a city.

The founder of the city is a prominent Russian industrialist Nikolai Vtorov. It was he who opened the plant here, creating, in fact, a city-forming enterprise that is still operating. In Soviet times, it was a closed facility, and it was not easy to get to work here.

Today Elektrostal is a promising industrial city with a great future and a heroic past. It bears the proud name "City of Military and Labor Glory".

You can learn about the sights of Elektrostal with descriptions and photos here. There are places for walking, outdoor activities and cultural development.

Those who come to the city by train are met by a monument to the metallurgist. It was installed in November 2017 for the 100th anniversary of the Elektrostal plant. The attraction is made in the style of constructivism. The monument quickly won the love of the townspeople, because this city is supported by ordinary workers.

Elektrost altsy and the founding father of the plant, Nikolai Vtorov, are honored. In 2002, a monument was opened in honor of him, which became a landmark of the city of Elektrostal. The bronze sculpture is installed on the site where once stood a monument to the leader of the world proletariat, V. I. Lenin. Times change, characters change. Today, the plant, founded a century ago, is the largest in Russia. Vtorov himself, whose fortune was estimated at 60 million rubles in gold, according to Forbes magazine, was the owner of the largest capital at the beginning of the century. He was a banker, an industrialist, an entrepreneur, a man of action.

The monument was erected byinitiative of the townspeople who wished to perpetuate the monument to the great man.

One of the popular places for spending weekends and evenings among citizens and guests of the city is the Park of Culture and Leisure. Here you can ride attractions for children and adults, play slot machines, rollerblade or bike. The park is divided into two zones. Fans of unhurried walks in the fresh air make a promenade on the Quiet Alley, and those who prefer outdoor activities flock to the Entertainment Alley. The park has a summer stage, where concerts and cafes are regularly held.

Until 1999, there was no central museum among the attractions of Elektrostal in the Moscow Region. The expositions were exhibited in schools, the house of culture, in factory museums. The city was closed, so there was no large influx of tourists and visitors. The appearance of the historical and art museum made it possible for residents and guests of the city to learn a lot of useful information about their native land, the formation of the production process, and the difficult years of the war. The exposition consists of paintings by local artists, historical artifacts, household items, documents, books and much more. The collection is updated regularly. It also hosts outdoor exhibitions, which are always popular with the townspeople.

One of the main attractions of Elektrostal, the photo of which is available to almost every resident or visitor, is the Main Alley. On herpassers-by like to stroll along shady paths, townspeople rest by the fountain after a hard shift at the plant. Flower beds are the decoration of the alley. In 2006, a flower festival was held here for the first time, which has become traditional. Each enterprise of the city and private individuals give residents a real composition of fresh flowers, which pleases with bright colors all summer long. A riot of colors, aromas and a flight of fantasy reigns here. Walking through the park, you can see Snow White with a basket, a bright well, a multi-tiered cake made from fresh flowers, hearts of lovers or a fabulous house. It is almost impossible not to take a photo against the background of these compositions.

There is a cultural center in the city. It hosts performances by local creative teams and visiting stars, performances and circus performances.

In 1971, the ice palace "Crystal" was opened in the city. Almost immediately, a children's and youth hockey team was organized, which gained sports fame. This is the home sports arena for the Elektrostal hockey team. Matches of different levels are held on the ice.

There are sections for children who go in for hockey or figure skating. Citizens come here with their families to cheer for their favorite team or go ice skating.

Elektrostal is a city with a heroic past. During the war years, more than 12 thousand citizens came to the recruiting station and went to the front to defend their homeland. Almost 4 thousand of them did not return from the battle. To these heroesdedicated to the memorial complex with the inextinguishable Eternal Flame, opened in 1968

But the electricians took part in the war in Afghanistan and Chechnya. By decision of the city authorities, their memory is also immortalized in the memorial complex.

It has become a good tradition for newlyweds to lay flowers at this monument.

In 1999, a museum and exhibition complex was opened in the city, where, in addition to the exhibition hall, there are numerous circles for children, classes for young people, and a creative workshop. Various festivals, exhibitions, city holidays and other events are held within the walls and on the territory of the complex, which attract many spectators.

Listing the sights of Elektrostal, it is impossible not to mention the temples. There are several of them in the city: the church of St. John of Kronstadt, St. Andrew's Church, the hospital church of St. Panteleimon. Another new church is being built. In appearance, the temples look ancient, monumental, in the Novgorod style. But they were all built at the end of the 20th century.

Let there be no ancient artifacts among the sights of Elektrostal. But on the other hand, all of them are connected with the history of the city, with everyday work and military exploits of ordinary residents.

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Elektrostal is a vibrant city located in the Moscow Oblast region of Russia. With a rich history, stunning architecture, and a thriving community, Elektrostal is a city that has much to offer. Whether you are a history buff, nature enthusiast, or simply curious about different cultures, Elektrostal is sure to captivate you.

This article will provide you with 40 fascinating facts about Elektrostal, giving you a better understanding of why this city is worth exploring. From its origins as an industrial hub to its modern-day charm, we will delve into the various aspects that make Elektrostal a unique and must-visit destination.

So, join us as we uncover the hidden treasures of Elektrostal and discover what makes this city a true gem in the heart of Russia.

Key Takeaways:

• Elektrostal, known as the “Motor City of Russia,” is a vibrant and growing city with a rich industrial history, offering diverse cultural experiences and a strong commitment to environmental sustainability.
• With its convenient location near Moscow, Elektrostal provides a picturesque landscape, vibrant nightlife, and a range of recreational activities, making it an ideal destination for residents and visitors alike.

Known as the “Motor City of Russia.”

Elektrostal, a city located in the Moscow Oblast region of Russia, earned the nickname “Motor City” due to its significant involvement in the automotive industry.

Home to the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant.

Elektrostal is renowned for its metallurgical plant, which has been producing high-quality steel and alloys since its establishment in 1916.

Boasts a rich industrial heritage.

Elektrostal has a long history of industrial development, contributing to the growth and progress of the region.

Founded in 1916.

The city of Elektrostal was founded in 1916 as a result of the construction of the Elektrostal Metallurgical Plant.

Located approximately 50 kilometers east of Moscow.

Elektrostal is situated in close proximity to the Russian capital, making it easily accessible for both residents and visitors.

Known for its vibrant cultural scene.

Elektrostal is home to several cultural institutions, including museums, theaters, and art galleries that showcase the city’s rich artistic heritage.

A popular destination for nature lovers.

Surrounded by picturesque landscapes and forests, Elektrostal offers ample opportunities for outdoor activities such as hiking, camping, and birdwatching.

Hosts the annual Elektrostal City Day celebrations.

Every year, Elektrostal organizes festive events and activities to celebrate its founding, bringing together residents and visitors in a spirit of unity and joy.

Has a population of approximately 160,000 people.

Elektrostal is home to a diverse and vibrant community of around 160,000 residents, contributing to its dynamic atmosphere.

Boasts excellent education facilities.

The city is known for its well-established educational institutions, providing quality education to students of all ages.

A center for scientific research and innovation.

Elektrostal serves as an important hub for scientific research, particularly in the fields of metallurgy, materials science, and engineering.

Surrounded by picturesque lakes.

The city is blessed with numerous beautiful lakes, offering scenic views and recreational opportunities for locals and visitors alike.

Well-connected transportation system.

Elektrostal benefits from an efficient transportation network, including highways, railways, and public transportation options, ensuring convenient travel within and beyond the city.

Famous for its traditional Russian cuisine.

Food enthusiasts can indulge in authentic Russian dishes at numerous restaurants and cafes scattered throughout Elektrostal.

Home to notable architectural landmarks.

Elektrostal boasts impressive architecture, including the Church of the Transfiguration of the Lord and the Elektrostal Palace of Culture.

Offers a wide range of recreational facilities.

Residents and visitors can enjoy various recreational activities, such as sports complexes, swimming pools, and fitness centers, enhancing the overall quality of life.

Provides a high standard of healthcare.

Elektrostal is equipped with modern medical facilities, ensuring residents have access to quality healthcare services.

Home to the Elektrostal History Museum.

The Elektrostal History Museum showcases the city’s fascinating past through exhibitions and displays.

A hub for sports enthusiasts.

Elektrostal is passionate about sports, with numerous stadiums, arenas, and sports clubs offering opportunities for athletes and spectators.

Celebrates diverse cultural festivals.

Throughout the year, Elektrostal hosts a variety of cultural festivals, celebrating different ethnicities, traditions, and art forms.

Electric power played a significant role in its early development.

Elektrostal owes its name and initial growth to the establishment of electric power stations and the utilization of electricity in the industrial sector.

Boasts a thriving economy.

The city’s strong industrial base, coupled with its strategic location near Moscow, has contributed to Elektrostal’s prosperous economic status.

Houses the Elektrostal Drama Theater.

The Elektrostal Drama Theater is a cultural centerpiece, attracting theater enthusiasts from far and wide.

Popular destination for winter sports.

Elektrostal’s proximity to ski resorts and winter sport facilities makes it a favorite destination for skiing, snowboarding, and other winter activities.

Promotes environmental sustainability.

Elektrostal prioritizes environmental protection and sustainability, implementing initiatives to reduce pollution and preserve natural resources.

Home to renowned educational institutions.

Elektrostal is known for its prestigious schools and universities, offering a wide range of academic programs to students.

Committed to cultural preservation.

The city values its cultural heritage and takes active steps to preserve and promote traditional customs, crafts, and arts.

Hosts an annual International Film Festival.

The Elektrostal International Film Festival attracts filmmakers and cinema enthusiasts from around the world, showcasing a diverse range of films.

Encourages entrepreneurship and innovation.

Elektrostal supports aspiring entrepreneurs and fosters a culture of innovation, providing opportunities for startups and business development.

Offers a range of housing options.

Elektrostal provides diverse housing options, including apartments, houses, and residential complexes, catering to different lifestyles and budgets.

Home to notable sports teams.

Elektrostal is proud of its sports legacy, with several successful sports teams competing at regional and national levels.

Boasts a vibrant nightlife scene.

Residents and visitors can enjoy a lively nightlife in Elektrostal, with numerous bars, clubs, and entertainment venues.

Promotes cultural exchange and international relations.

Elektrostal actively engages in international partnerships, cultural exchanges, and diplomatic collaborations to foster global connections.

Surrounded by beautiful nature reserves.

Nearby nature reserves, such as the Barybino Forest and Luchinskoye Lake, offer opportunities for nature enthusiasts to explore and appreciate the region’s biodiversity.

Commemorates historical events.

The city pays tribute to significant historical events through memorials, monuments, and exhibitions, ensuring the preservation of collective memory.

Promotes sports and youth development.

Elektrostal invests in sports infrastructure and programs to encourage youth participation, health, and physical fitness.

Hosts annual cultural and artistic festivals.

Throughout the year, Elektrostal celebrates its cultural diversity through festivals dedicated to music, dance, art, and theater.

Provides a picturesque landscape for photography enthusiasts.

The city’s scenic beauty, architectural landmarks, and natural surroundings make it a paradise for photographers.

Connects to Moscow via a direct train line.

The convenient train connection between Elektrostal and Moscow makes commuting between the two cities effortless.

A city with a bright future.

Elektrostal continues to grow and develop, aiming to become a model city in terms of infrastructure, sustainability, and quality of life for its residents.

In conclusion, Elektrostal is a fascinating city with a rich history and a vibrant present. From its origins as a center of steel production to its modern-day status as a hub for education and industry, Elektrostal has plenty to offer both residents and visitors. With its beautiful parks, cultural attractions, and proximity to Moscow, there is no shortage of things to see and do in this dynamic city. Whether you’re interested in exploring its historical landmarks, enjoying outdoor activities, or immersing yourself in the local culture, Elektrostal has something for everyone. So, next time you find yourself in the Moscow region, don’t miss the opportunity to discover the hidden gems of Elektrostal.

Q: What is the population of Elektrostal?

A: As of the latest data, the population of Elektrostal is approximately XXXX.

Q: How far is Elektrostal from Moscow?

A: Elektrostal is located approximately XX kilometers away from Moscow.

Q: Are there any famous landmarks in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal is home to several notable landmarks, including XXXX and XXXX.

Q: What industries are prominent in Elektrostal?

A: Elektrostal is known for its steel production industry and is also a center for engineering and manufacturing.

Q: Are there any universities or educational institutions in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal is home to XXXX University and several other educational institutions.

Q: What are some popular outdoor activities in Elektrostal?

A: Elektrostal offers several outdoor activities, such as hiking, cycling, and picnicking in its beautiful parks.

Q: Is Elektrostal well-connected in terms of transportation?

A: Yes, Elektrostal has good transportation links, including trains and buses, making it easily accessible from nearby cities.

Q: Are there any annual events or festivals in Elektrostal?

A: Yes, Elektrostal hosts various events and festivals throughout the year, including XXXX and XXXX.

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Apr. 11—Methodist Church offers lessons on centering prayer

Learn the method of centering prayer and find support and community for the practice on the first Wednesday of the month at First United Methodist Church, 533 N. Grant Ave., Loveland.

Beginner instruction runs from noon to 12:10 p.m., with discussion and meditation lasting until 1 p.m.

Visit fumcloveland.com for details.

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All Saints Episcopal Church, 3448 N. Taft Ave., Loveland, is in the planning stages of building a labyrinth on the church grounds for the use and enjoyment of the entire community.

May 4, World Labyrinth Day, will be the first outdoor walk on a temporary labyrinth. An introductory workshop will be offered at 12:30 p.m., and the labyrinth will be available to walk until 3 p.m. An indoor labyrinth will be available in case of weather or for people who prefer to be indoors.

All are welcome.

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The M&M's Children's Choir of Trinity Lutheran Church, 3333 N. Duffield Ave., Loveland, will present a musical at the 9 a.m. service on Sunday, April 14.

The play is titled "Jesus: The Miracle Worker — Teacher, Preacher, Healer, Savior." It tells the story of Jesus' life through his miracles and preaching as recorded in the Gospels of the New Testament.

Marcia Green is the director, and Carolyn Kibler provides piano accompaniment.

Visit trinityloveland.org or call 970-667-5700 for details.

Faith Calendar

Faith at the Foundry: small praise and prayer gathering takes place at noon-5 p.m. on the first Sunday of the month through May at Colorado Coffee, 254 N. Cleveland Ave., Loveland. For details, visit faithatthefoundry.org .

Faith Church Loveland: 2707 N. Wilson Ave., will be hosting Mission Meet Engage!, a conference to learn to connect with others relationally and cross-culturally, April 14-21. Visit faithepc.org/outreach for details.

GriefShare: Mountain View Presbyterian Church, 2500 N. Garfield Ave., Loveland, will host a GriefShare support group at 3-5 p.m. Mondays. To register and for details, call 970-663-3810, contact [email protected] or go to mymvpc.com/grief-share .

Holy Happy Hour: Holy Happy Hour meets at 5-7:15 p.m. on the second and fourth Mondays of the month at Vatos Tacos, 270 N. Cleveland Ave., Loveland. For details, contact Tom Thompson at [email protected] .

Mountain View Presbyterian Church: 2500 N. Garfield Ave., Loveland, invites the community to submit prayer requests to be included in its spring prayer vigil. Prayer warriors will be praying Friday, April 19, starting at 1 p.m. and ending on Saturday, April 22, at 3 p.m. To submit a prayer request, visit myMVPC.com and scroll down to the "Submit Prayer Request" button.

Namaqua Unitarian Universalist Congregation: 745 E. Fifth St., Loveland, will hold a service at 10 a.m. Sunday with the theme "We are Many, We are One" by the Rev. Dana Lightsey. Join Lightsey, Debbie Gentry and Ryan Marvel for this service celebrating interdependence. Visit namaquauu.org for details.

National Day of Prayer: Join a night of prayer for the local community and the nation at 6 p.m. May 2, House of Neighborly Service Life Center, 1511 E. 11th St., Loveland.

"People Unhoused" Forum: 10 a.m. Saturday, May 4, St. John the Evangelist Catholic Parish, 1730 W. 12th St., Loveland. Contact Judy Wrought at [email protected] with questions.

Women in the Word: a nondenominational Bible study that welcomes all women who would like a deeper understanding of the Bible, a closer walk with Jesus and an opportunity to form long lasting friendships. Meetings take place at 9-11 a.m. Tuesday mornings at Faith Church, 2707 N. Wilson, Loveland. For details, call the church at 970-663-0522 or preregister at faithepc.org/witw .

This column is open to Loveland-area churches and church groups. Email [email protected] by Wednesday for inclusion in the Faith Briefs, which runs on Fridays.

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Russia-related Designations and Designations Updates; Issuance of Russia-related General Licenses

The Department of the Treasury's Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) is issuing Russia-related General License 79 , "Authorizing the Wind Down of Transactions Involving Certain Entities Blocked on December 12, 2023," and Russia-related General License 80 , "Authorizing Certain Transactions Related to Debt or Equity of, or Derivative Contracts Involving, Highland Gold Mining Limited."

Additionally, OFAC has updated its Specially Designated Nationals and Blocked Persons List:

The following vessels have been added to OFAC's SDN List:

ARKADIY CHERNYSHEV (UBSH5) General Cargo Russia flag; Vessel Year of Build 1988; Vessel Registration Identification IMO 8714695 (vessel) [RUSSIA-EO14024] (Linked To: IBEX SHIPPING INC).  CAPTAIN YAKUBOVICH (UBCG2) General Cargo Russia flag; Vessel Year of Build 1984; Vessel Registration Identification IMO 8318740 (vessel) [RUSSIA-EO14024] (Linked To: IBEX SHIPPING INC).  MARIA (UBRH7) General Cargo Russia flag; Vessel Year of Build 1986; Vessel Registration Identification IMO 8517839 (vessel) [RUSSIA-EO14024] (Linked To: IBEX SHIPPING INC).

Unrelated Administrative List Updates: