Agenda
Upcoming forums
Oslo, NorwayDate 21-23 Aug 2025Oslo 21-23 Aug 2025
Market: 60% BENELUX / SCANDIC & 40% EU/UK BUYERS
Split, CroatiaDate 25-27 Sep 2025Split 25-27 Sep 2025
Market: DACH / UK / BENELUX / FR / SCANDIC & EU BUYERS
Cologne, GermanyDate 6-8 Nov 2025Cologne 6-8 Nov 2025
Market: 60% GERMAN D/A/CH & 40% EU/UK BUYERS
Lisbon, PortugalDate 11-13 Dec 2025Lisbon 11-13 Dec 2025
Market: DACH / UK / BENELUX / FR / SCANDIC & EU BUYERS
What to expect?
We focus on people
Break The Ice Forum is the B2B event for the M.I.C.E. sector. It's a 2nights-1day intimate size forum with a unique group cohesion, creating close relations with all the participants. It's an authentic business opportunity!
Family-sized forum
We are convinced that small groups foster an environment for magical moments to occur. 40 to 60 Buyers break the ice with the same amount of Suppliers. By staying at the same hotel, individuals have the chance to genuinely connect through one-to-one meetings, team-building activities, networking dinners, and lively parties!
Pre-scheduled meetings
As seasoned professionals in the Hospitality and MICE industry, we have gained insight into your requirements and are equipped to meet them. Allow us to handle the details while you unwind. On Friday morning, we have organized one-to-one meetings with the top buyers/suppliers for you. This will be followed by opportunities to build meaningful connections over lunch, activities, dinners, and an after-party, where you'll get to mingle with everyone.
Sustainable
"Be the change that you wish to see in the world" said Gandhi! We want to contribute to projects that have a lasting & positive impact on the destinations where the forums occur. Whenever possible we try to propose sustainable activities on Friday afternoon!
The activity is always kept secret till the very last moment!
A short & effective stay
Forum Schedule
We offer you a commitment. With Break the Ice, it only takes 2 nights & 1 day to create strong bonds and new lasting business relationships. Plus good food (= good mood) and good drinks (= lots of fun). You will be back home Saturday afternoon, tired (maybe) but surely happy and motivated to start a new week at work.
Thursday
✈️ Arrival day
- 15:00 - 19:00 Check-in
- 18:00 - 19:00 Site inspections of the hotel
- 19:00 - 20:00 Welcome reception and speeches
- 20:00 - 23:00 Networking Dinner at the host hotel
Friday
The big day
- 06:30 - 08:00 Breakfast
- 08:00 - 08:15 Briefing & welcome coffee
- 08:15 - 10:30 One to one meetings
- 10:30 - 11:00 Networking Coffee break
- 11:00 - 13:00 One to one meetings
- 13:00 - 14:30 Networking Lunch
- 14:30 - 17:00 Team Building activities & experiencing the destination
- 19:00 - 01:30 External Gala dinner & Closing party
Saturday
Check out ✈️
- As from 7:00 Breakfast
- Free time Brunch Networking
- 10:30 - 11:30 Check-out
- 12:00 Departure
Check out the last Break the ice Forum
Brussels January 2025
Break The Ice Forum takes Brussels!
Thank you, Brussels!
We’re immensely grateful to all our incredible buyers and suppliers. We hope you left with meaningful connections and wonderful memories of Brussels.
First of all, thank you, @Cardo Brussels, for your incredible hospitality and warm welcome! Our participants felt truly at home in your amazing venue, right in the heart of the city. Your attention to detail and exceptional service made our experience unforgettable.
Thanks to @Visit Brussels for your invaluable support in organizing our forum! From the fantastic teambuilding activities to the unforgettable Friday night venue, your help made the event seamless and truly special. We appreciate your dedication and collaboration!
A huge thank you to @La Bourse - Belgian Beer World Experience, @Ecco La Luna, and @Itinéraires - Cultural Tours, Incentive, Teambuilding. We are so grateful for the amazing experience you created for us on Friday afternoon! From discovering the beauty of the city to supporting families in need and immersing ourselves in Belgium’s rich beer tradition, every moment was truly special.
Thanks also to @The Hoxton Brussels. Perched high above the city, TOPE provided the perfect setting for our farewell evening. With its vibrant Mexican-inspired cuisine, lively atmosphere, and breathtaking views of Brussels, it was a night to remember—filled with delicious flavors and great vibes.
Last but certainly not least, a huge thank you to @Eurostar for your outstanding support throughout this journey! Thanks to you, our participants traveled in style and comfort from all over Europe, making their experience even more seamless and enjoyable!