The King’s Trail
Every good leader has a story. Full of purpose, challenge and strive, a mission to fight for and (figuratively) die for. A leadership story that inspires and mobilises people, brings about change, and shifts stuck situations into gear. What's your story? Find out during this 5-day Storytelling Masterclass in Portugal!
In this trail, we will search for the Holy Grail of Storytelling. We follow Afonso Henriques, the first king of Portugal. A remarkable ruler who fought to break away from Spain in the 12th century to establish his own kingdom. Along the way, he made several leadership decisions that are still talked about today.
In the mistakes and successes of the past lie important lessons that can be transformed into a modern storytelling strategy for your vision and mission. And that is precisely what we will do during this Masterclass Strategic Storytelling..
In an inspiring historical setting, we will break away from the daily grind and immerse ourselves in leadership stories. We will visit historical sites and participate in workshops where you will learn to recognize the elements of a good leadership story and apply them to your own practice.
Anyone who has to mobilise people, not by telling them what to do but why it's necessary.
You will leave this trail with a clear idea of your own leadership theme and story, along with tools for implementation and activation.
The programme includes enough space to relax and enjoy the beautiful surroundings. Every morning there is the opportunity to participate in morning yoga or tai chi, the evenings are concluded with storytelling. The stay is fully catered with snacks and drinks from the region.
The spot
You will stay in the eco-luxury FeelViana hotel, near Viana do Castelo, about 60 km north of Porto. The hotel is situated at the Praia do Cabedelo bay, a hotspot for kite surfers. Of course you can use all facilities such as the swimming pool, fitness and wellness center. We will also gauge the interest among participants in taking additional activities, such as surfing lessons, yoga or tai chi, so that we can incorporate this into the program.
The surroundings
From the hotel you can drive to the town of Viana do Castelo in a few minutes, on the other side of the Lima River. You cross the river via a bridge built by Eiffel (yes, the one from that tower). The beautiful historic center is reminiscent of Porto, but without the tourist crowds. The literal highlight of Viana is Santa Luzia, a basilica with a beautiful view of Praia do Cabedelo and your hotel. Of course we will ensure that you do not miss any of these and other hotspots.
The region
Viana do Castelo is located in the Minho region, named after the border river between Portugal and Spain. It is a rugged landscape with the Atlantic Ocean on one side and mountains, forests and waterfalls on the other. You can eat fantastic fish and grilled dishes, visit historical sites, meet special people and hear great stories. The coast is called the Costa Verde, or the green coast. Not without reason, because it can be pleasantly warm here or rain mercilessly. So no weather guarantees, but it is a beautiful area to get to know.
Should you want to extend your stay and explore the area, please let us know. You have the option to book additional days with a discount.
The best flight from the Netherlands is currently:
- Transavia HV6001 Amsterdam-Porto, 17 March 2025, dep. 9:40 arr. 11:25
- Transavia HV6004 Porto-Amsterdam, 22 March 2025, dep. 9:25 arr. 13:10
The sooner you book, the cheaper the flight. It is wise to take out cancellation insurance. Transport to and from the airport in Portugal is arranged.
Annemieke Rhee
Annemieke is a dedicated trainer, coach and speaker with a background as a speech therapist and voice coach. Her passion for voice, presentation and communication has helped many top managers and leaders achieve their goals. Her energetic style makes every session engaging and effective.
Peter van Akkeren
Besides being a conceptual and structural thinker, Peter is a seasoned storyteller who has positioned many brands. He will help you find and tell your unique story. Moreover, Peter is at home in the region where the trail takes place and he is happy to show you around.
Included
- 5 day Masterclass
- 5 nights in an eco-luxury hotel
- your stay, meals and snacks
- excursions
- morning yoga or Tai Chi (optional)
- training materials
- shuttle service
Not included
- airline tickets
- drinks and snacks outside the regular offering
- possible extension of your stay
You can book here straight away!
Should you want to change or cancel your booking at a later stage, you can arrange that here. Please note: if you do this just before the training, some costs may apply. Are there special circumstances for your cancellation? Please contact us.
- Locatiekosten: 1400
- Kosten per deelnemer (bijv. catering, materialen): 900
- Overige extra kosten: 1000
- Minimum boekingen: 6
- Aantal dagen: 5
Programme
Arrival day
- Day 1
- Flight to Porto and arrival at your hotel. Here you will meet your fellow travelers on this trail and exchange stories in an inspiring setting while enjoying Northern Portuguese specialties. You will also receive your mindset for the week and the assignment to present your own leadership story on day 5.
Stories day
- Day 2
- Today is all about stories. We will follow in the footsteps of Portugal's first king Afonse Henriques, visit several old cities and immerse ourselves in some strong stories that live here. Using these, we will begin to recognise the structure of a good story.
Knowledge day
- Day 3
- On this day we will dive deep into the structure of leading stories using examples from the corporate, governmental and commercial world. You will also learn which presentation techniques you can use to make your story resonate with your audience. You can reflect on your content and technique during a walk in the area, wellness in the hotel or a surfing lesson on the adjacent beach.
Writing day
- Day 4
- Today is the day for reflection on your own leadership story. You use guiding principles to (re)write and sharpen your own story. A storytelling flowchart will help you choose the right story for the right group of people. You work in small groups to ensure that you receive a lot of personal coaching and feedback. In between, there is plenty of time to enjoy the surroundings and the beautiful facilities of your hotel.
Presentation day
- Day 5
- Now it is D-Day for your presentation in a larger setting. The group of participants is your mirror that provides you with reflection and feedback to tell your story with more and more impact. At the end of the day it is time for evaluation and mapping out your route for the future. We spend the evening in a nearby town.
Departure day
- Dag 6
- This day no longer counts as a training day, because after breakfast you will leave for the airport. Unless you have decided to stay in the beautiful surroundings a little longer of course. If you want to extend your stay, please let us know in advance so we can arrange a discount for you!
Date
- 17 - 21 Mar 2025
Time
- Hele dag
Investment
- €4.999,00
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