Work parties are one of those things you either love or hate. Whatever your personal feelings about them, if you work in a company with at least a few employees, there's a good chance you'll be forced to attend one at some point. Whether it's a seasonal party, a celebration of good work or just the chance for everyone to let their hair down for no particular reason, work parties are here to stay.
If you're the one tasked with arranging one of these gatherings, it's no easy thing to do. Knowing that people have mixed feelings about socialising with all their workmates puts a lot of pressure on you to organise something enjoyable. Booking a party bus makes a great foundation for a fun, memorable work party, and here's why.
It's an instant icebreaker
Once you get above a certain number of employees, the chances of people not knowing each other rises; even those who do know each other have often had no more than a brief chat every so often as they meet on breaks. This is one of the things that can make office parties a bit on the awkward side.
Being onboard a bus helps people get to know each other a bit better before the evening unfolds. They can have a drink, talk and maybe even play a few games to break the ice and become better acquainted early on.
Everyone stays together
When employees socialise, they tend to stick to smaller groups among people they know well. This can lead to people wandering off from the main group and disappearing or being late.
With a bus, everyone is travelling and sticking together, so there's a lower chance of the whole group becoming fragmented.
Everyone stays safe
Hiring a party bus means people aren't going to be driving anywhere, which is important when they've had a few drinks. You can make sure everyone gets where they need to be without getting behind the wheel.
It's also easy to check everyone is having a good time throughout the night and that each and every member of the party is accounted for.
It's easier to mix up the activities
A party bus gives you the chance to visit several different places. This makes it more likely that everyone will enjoy themselves, especially if there are people who don't drink. All in all, it helps you plan a more exciting evening without having to worry about getting everyone into taxis between stops.
