Ultimate guide for corporate retreats in California

Spring and fall offer ideal weather statewide—perfect for team offsites, outdoor spaces, and sunset gatherings around the fire pit.

Options include mountaintop lodges like The Mystic Lodge, desert escapes like Cactus Moon, and on-site wellness estates such as Gaia Villa and Sagrada Wellness.

Budgets vary, but most start around $300–$600 per person per day, depending on location, group size, and activities like golf courses, live music, or spa add-ons.

Popular activities include guided team-building exercises, horseback riding, kayaking, hot air balloon rides, glamping under the stars, and wine tours in wine country.

No—California is an English-speaking state with globally experienced hospitality teams at all major corporate retreat venues.

Major hubs like San Francisco, Los Angeles, and San Diego offer international airports with easy access to retreat locations across the state.

Top destinations include Sonoma and Napa Valley for wine and wellness, Santa Cruz and Big Sur for coastal escapes, and the desert near Palm Springs for a laid-back retreat vibe.

Most international attendees require a B-1 business visa or may qualify under the U.S. Visa Waiver Program—verify early during retreat planning.

Expect great food with local, seasonal ingredients—ranging from gourmet dining and coastal seafood to wellness cuisine and classic California BBQ (with s’mores, of course).