Sport tourism in Nigeria is to receive a boost as La Campagne Tropicana Beach Resort introduces a new sport package into its ecosystem known as Corporate Beach Olympics.
The African themed and award winning resort, which is located in Ikegun on the outskirts of Ibeju Lekki, Lagos and founded by Wanle Akinboboye, is noted for its bespoke tourism offerings, which are a colourful blend of traditional Africa elements and elegant modern fusion.
Speaking on the new offering, Abidemi Adeboye, group general manager of the resort, said it is part of the commitment of the resort management to continue to refresh its offerings and deepen the experience of patrons and visitors of the resort, who look forward to harvesting fresh offerings on visit.
The new package, Adeboye said is conceived in partnership with Mastersports International Limited, which is noted for its expertise and experience in organising events of this huge magnitude.
According to him, the sport leisure event, which is planned as a month-long fun filled and exciting event, spanning October 1-31, 2022 is targeted at bringing corporate executives from different sectors of the economy both in private and public enterprises, together to compete in 14 uniquely curated beach sports.
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Adeboye further disclosed that the objectives of the new venture, among others are to create platforms for bonding, team work, networking and interactions, play and relaxation as well as learn new skills and ethos and deepen experiences both on land and water.
Ahead of the main event, Adeboye revealed that some corporate executives will be formally invited based on their standings and personal recognition to a special two days event that would serve as introduction to the October launch.
Some of the sport events for the month-long offerings include beach soccer, volleyball, badminton, kayaking, table tennis, ocean swimming, polo, tug of war, snooker/billiards, fishing, catapulting, karaoke and tennis.
Corporate organisations are expected to signal their interest to participate to enroll for the event through La Campagne Tropicana Beach Resort various channels, partner agencies and the official website for the event, clearly indicating the sporting activities of choice.
They will also have sponsorship opportunities that present them with a platform to exhibit their goods and services during the month-long outing.
