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Elevate employee engagement with Blueboard's experiential rewards.

When it comes to employee rewards and recognition, experiences are proven to have the greatest long-term impact on wellbeing, engagement, and retention. Build an experiential rewards program and elevate your employee experience with Blueboard.

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EXPERIENCES FOR ALL

Experiential rewards for every kind of employee, made easy.

For HR teams and organizational leaders, offering personalized, experiential rewards at scale can feel impossible. Blueboard makes it easy with the world’s largest marketplace of experiential rewards and incentives for employees. Recognize your people with a meaningful, personalized experience no matter where they're located.

Explore some of our experiences below

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The Lost Art of Blacksmithing

Hone your blacksmithing skills with friends and create your own metal work of art.

Cocktail Mastery

Muddle, mix, and shake your way to a delicious cocktail that is uniquely yours.

Homestyle Cooking Class

Expand your recipe repertoire and gain confidence in the kitchen with foodie friends.

Take a Spin at Pottery

Roll up your sleeves let your creativity flow as you create your ceramic masterpiece.

Mastery Series: Photography

Master the art of photography with a series of hands-on courses.

Perfect Your Pour Over

Get a buzz as you taste your way to your perfect cup of coffee.

Get Familiar with Fromage

Discover the fundamentals of Fromage with an expert cheesemonger.

Master a Foreign Language

Challenge yourself and develop your communication skills with a series of language lessons.

Tomato Throwing Experience

Get saucy and hone that throwing arm at the famous tomato-throwing festival La Tomatina in Valencia

Love Aboard a Gondola

Grab a loved one for a picturesque romantic Gondola ride through the bay.

Mardi Gras in New Orleans

Partake in the famous Mardi Gras with a steamboat cruise.

Splish and Splash with the Family

Get soaked with your loved ones at a waterpark lodge.

It's a Yacht Party

Party like the rich and famous on your own private yacht.

Pro Fan Experience

Cheer for your favorite team live in the arena of your choice.

A Night of Comedy

Enjoy a night of laughs from your favorite standup comedian.

City Helicopter Tour

Soar above the city on a private helicopter tour with a loved one.

Command a Starship

Lead your crew through a successful voyage where no man has gone before.

Go Behind the Scenes at the Zoo

Meet giant pandas, feed the giraffes, or get up close and personal with your zoo’s unique species.

Big Kid Little Kid Woodworking

Bond with your kids, try something new and create a special wooden keepsake together.

Family Zipline Adventure

Soar over the treetops and challenge your comfort zones on a zipline adventure.

Cruise on a Catamaran

Coast along the glimmering water and admire the beauty of the ocean with loved ones.

Mother + Daughter Spa Day

Make special memories with your daughter and treat yourselves to a personalized spa day.

Family Membership to the Children's Museum

Feel inspired when your kids’ eyes light up with new discoveries.

Family Fun at an Amusement Park

Visit Lagoon and have a blast with a day of drops, loops, spins, and free-falls.

Private Filipino Cooking Class

Savor the fundamentals of Filipino food with a private cooking class led by a professional.

The Dim Sum Lover Experience

Indulge your mouth and your mind with a private dim sum class with friends.

Hydroponic Farm Tasting Tour

Delve into the delicious world of hydroponic farming while sampling greens and sipping on bubbly.

All Aboard to Wine Country

Admire lush vineyards, sip on your favorite wine, and enjoy an incredible time on a local wine tour.

Private Chef

Indulge in an expertly prepared meal in the comfort of your home.

Local Foodie Tours

Stroll the streets and taste the famous flavors of your city.

Explore Craft Beer Country

Visit local breweries to taste the unique flavors in your backyard.

Farm-to-Table Cooking Class

Learn how to create delicious meals with locally sourced ingredients.

Zipline Adventure

Speed through the treeline as you enjoy an aerial view.

Become a Parkour Ninja

Learn how to make the world your playground with a series of Parkour lessons.

The Italian Duel

Get behind the wheel of your dream sports car and take it for a spin.

Shred the Mountain

Rip through fresh powder as you enjoy the ultimate winter escape.

The Escape Room

Form your sharpest problem-solving team and work together to solve an Escape Room.

Practice Parasailing

Glide through ocean and air as you learn to parasail and experience the thrilling sensation of gliding.

Fly an Airplane

Live like Maverick and Goose as you hop in your airplane and fly over the vast landscape.

Extreme Sandbox Adventure

Get behind the wheel of some heavy machinery and live out your childhood fantasies.

Paragliding Adventure

Feel free as a bird as you paraglide overhead.

River Rafting

Spend the day cruising along the river in a guided river rafting experience.

Get Scuba Certified

Plunge into the deep blue water with a PADI scuba certification course

Intro to Bouldering

Enter a meditative space as you push your comfort zone with a guided bouldering lesson.

Sunset Skytour

Soar in the air at sunset with someone special.

Guided Hiking Experience

Trek the trails while taking in the greenery, wildlife, and sights with a professional guide.

Flatwater Series Package

Kayak, paddle, and float across the water and admire the scenery of The Potomac.

Learn to Surf

Get out into the open water and learn to shred the waves with private lessons.

Bath House Bliss

Get some much-needed R&R with an Ancient Thermal Bath Pass.

Kick Yourself Into Shape

Build your confidence and physique with a package of kickboxing classes.

Personal Massage

Enjoy an expert massage custom-tailored exactly to your needs.

Salt Cave Session

Cleanse your body and mind with a day inside a Himalayan Pink Salt Cave.

Moroccan Meditation Retreat

Travel to the Anti-Atlas mountains to find your inner peace at this all-inclusive retreat.

The Barre Lover

Workout your entire body while you build balance and grace with Barre lessons.

The Ultimate Indulgence

Take your special someone to a spa day full of pampering and leisure.

The Namaste Experience

Unleash the Yogi within at a retreat surrounded by stunning natural beauty.

Revamp Your Home Gym

Build your ultimate gym to jumpstart your home fitness routine.

In-home Barista

Receive all you need to get crafty with your coffee and make your favorite drink.

Golf Getaway at Home

Hone your swing with an in-home golf simulator.

Sip Grapefully

Hone your Sommelier skills with artisan wines delivered directly to your doorstep.

Brighten Your World With Watercolors

Let your inner artist shine with a monthly subscription to a guided watercolor painting kit.

DIY Your Home

Learn how to DIY any part of your house with a variety of virtual home improvement courses.

Ready Player Fun

Make gaming a reality with a brand new top-notch VR system kit.

Soar with Drone Photography

Take to the skies and see the world like never before with your very own drone.

Singapore Explorer

Discover Singapore's futuristic skyline, lush landscapes, and diverse culinary scene.

Hike through the Italian Dolomites

Embark on a guided hiking expedition to the breathtaking Dolomite Mountains in Italy.

An Andean Adventure

Trace the footsteps of ancient Incas amidst stunning landscapes and hidden archaeological gems.

The Beautiful Beaches of Brazil

Explore stunning coastal landscapes and rhythm-filled metropolises on this Brazilian adventure.

The Fire and Ice Experience

Live it up Scandinavian style as you tour ice caves, waterfalls, a lagoon, and the Northern Lights!

The Temples, Jungles, and Beaches of Thailand

Experience the uniquely vibrant nature, cuisine, and culture of The Land of Smiles.

Greece: Past and Present

Turn back the clock and get immersed in ancient Greek history and Mediterranean culture!

Sunbathe in the French Riviera

Soak up the beauty of the French-Mediterranean coast on a trip of unbridled relaxation.

Hello, Hollywood

Experience the magic of LA's cinematic allure and vibrant culture.

Walt Disney World!

Bring the whole family along to make magical memories with Disney.

Soaring High Over Kauai

Marvel at the lush landscapes, cascading waterfalls, and pristine beaches of Kauai.

The Yellowstone Experience

Unplug and uncover the natural beauty of Yellowstone, Jackson Hole, and more.

The Grand Canyon Experience

Stand in awe of the incredible beauty that is The Grand Canyon.

See Yosemite National Park

Appreciate the breathtaking waterfalls, trails, and wildlife of Yosemite National Park.

Alaskan Nights and Northern Lights

Embark on a journey to witness this spectacular display of beauty and wonder.

Discover Broadway in NYC

Enjoy your choice of a Broadway play, musical, or ballet.

BUILD BRAND WITH EXPERIENCES

Turn employees into company advocates and build your employer brand.

Experiences are shareable by nature—unlike a cash bonus or an AMEX gift card, we want to talk and post about our experiences. With Blueboard, your employee recognition program won't just benefit from all the buzz, our platform also makes it super easy for you to collect your employees' experience stories, photos, and videos and use that content to showcase your incredible company culture.

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WHY EXPERIENCES

Why experiences > things when it comes to recognizing your people.

Cash, gift cards, points—these types of status quo employee rewards only go so far. Cash gets conflated with income, gift cards go unused, points accrue towards things we don’t really want… But when you reward employees with an experience of their choice, you’re rewarding them with something personal, meaningful, and memorable.

"I had the best luxury experience with a resort and hotel that my Concierge had helped book for me. Totally a 5-star experience. Looking forward to the next one for sure!"

Edcel T. from Zapier

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Staycation
Manila, Philippines

"Learning how to kayak was a fun way to spend time with my husband and enjoy nature together. The entire experience was memorable."

Janet Y. from First United Bank

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Go Kayaking
McKinney, TX, USA

"The best part of the experience was getting to see the Northern Lights. It was truly excellent. This was a great incentive program that really motivates me to want to win again!"

Travis J. from Catchpoint

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Alaskan Nights and Northern Lights
Alaska, USA

"Watching the joy on my children’s faces during the experience was magical! Now we have a fun, family memory for life."

Kaley F. from Granicus

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Dinner and a Tournament
Oklahoma, USA

"My trip was fun, adventurous, and very authentic. Highly recommend it to anyone who likes to get to know a new country and culture."

Renata F. from Freepoint Commodities

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The Sahara Explorer
Marrakech, Morocco

"Our nail spa day was such a treat and we were treated like VIPs! Everything was set up for us and we just had to sit in our massage chairs, relax and be pampered. Blueboard provided an exceptional experience from booking to the special day."

Teri G. from AT&T

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Mani Pedi Date
Colorado, USA

"My fav part of the experience was being able to build a trip from scratch. Blueboard was so helpful in booking my lodging and came up with very thoughtful activities for my trip to Greece."

Martin K. from Ironwood Pharmaceuticals

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See in Ancients in Greece
Athens, Greece

"The whole experience was perfect, and the fact that I had to do next to nothing but show up with my husband for a much needed date night without the kids was everything!"

Charisse H. from Cityblock Health

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Fine Dining Delight
Virginia, USA

"We explored Paris and enjoyed its history and culture. I appreciate the flexibility and help that I could add on and turn this into a trip for my entire family."

Amy R. from Bon Secours Mercy Health

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Bake Your Way Through Paris
Paris, France

"The entire experience was fabulous. This is something we would never have done on our own and loved every minute, especially going up with no doors."

Nancy D. from Accurate Neuromonitoring

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Helicopter Tour
New Jersey, USA
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How blueboard compares

Blueboard experiential rewards vs. the transactional status quo.

The most effective recognition programs are consistent, equitable, and buzz-worthy. At Blueboard, we specialize in experiential rewards for employees because these rewards amplify employee recognition efforts better than any other reward out there. Let’s look at a breakdown based on what every employee recognition program needs to be successful:

Awareness

Do employees know about your recognition program(s) and how to participate?

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Status Quo

Status quo rewards can be uncomfortable to talk about, inhibiting program awareness and adoption.
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Sharing is at the heart of experiential rewards. Employees love to tell stories about their experiences, which builds buzz and program awareness.
Acknowledgement

Are you connecting positive employee actions to a reinforcing Acknowledgement message?

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Status Quo

No matter the reward, an authentic message of Acknowledgement can go a long way in making employees feel valued…
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… but because Blueboard experiences are personal, memorable, and shareable, they further amplify authentic Acknowledgement.
Anticipation

Are employees excited to earn and unlock recognition and rewards?

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Status Quo

Employees might have a vague idea of how they’ll use their status quo reward, but the reward itself doesn’t inspire Anticipation.
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Experiences are especially effective at driving joyful Anticipation. Employees can plan with loved ones and visualize their reward long before it happens.
Activity/Exchange

Does the reward make employees feel valued? Is it memorable and impactful?

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Status Quo

Status quo rewards are often impersonal and irrelevant to each unique employee’s wants and needs.
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With Blueboard, employees get to choose an experience that aligns to their unique wants and needs—there’s truly something for everyone.
Afterglow

Does the recognition/reward drive long-term engagement and motivation?

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Status Quo

Status quo rewards are forgettable: Employees won’t remember the stuff they got or bought, which means the reward impact is short-lived.
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Experiences become positive long-lasting memories, which gain value over time and stay associated with your company, driving loyalty and engagement.

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Blueboard Experiences

Awareness

Do employees know about your recognition program(s) and how to participate?

Status quo rewards can be uncomfortable to talk about, inhibiting program awareness and adoption.
Sharing is at the heart of experiential rewards. Employees love to tell stories about their experiences, which builds buzz and program awareness.
Acknowledgement

Are you connecting positive employee actions to a reinforcing Acknowledgement message?

No matter the reward, an authentic message of Acknowledgement can go a long way in making employees feel valued…
… but because Blueboard experiences are personal, memorable, and shareable, they further amplify authentic Acknowledgement.
Anticipation

Are employees excited to earn and unlock recognition and meaningful rewards?

Employees might have a vague idea of how they’ll use their status quo reward, but the reward itself doesn’t inspire Anticipation.
Experiences are especially effective at driving joyful Anticipation and an emotional connection. Employees can plan with loved ones and visualize their reward long before it happens.
Activity/Exchange

Does the reward make employees feel valued? Is it memorable and impactful?

Status quo rewards are often impersonal and irrelevant to each unique employee’s wants and needs.
With Blueboard, employees get to choose a memorable experience that aligns to their unique wants and needs—there’s truly something for everyone.
Afterglow

Does the recognition/reward drive long-term engagement and motivation?

Status quo rewards are forgettable: Employees won’t remember the stuff they got or bought, which means the reward impact is short-lived.
Experiences are meaningful rewards that become positive long-lasting memories, which gain value over time and stay associated with your company, driving loyalty and engagement.

The proof

The proof is undeniable:
Experiential rewards go further.

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95%

95%

Of employees are motivated to perform at a higher level after receiving a Blueboard experience.
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97%

Of employees feel appreciated for a job well done after receiving a Blueboard experience.
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61%

Companies rewarding with Blueboard experiences score 61% higher on Great Places to Work.

how it works

Sending your people a Blueboard experience is as easy as 1, 2, 3:

1.

An employee earns a Blueboard reward according to predetermined criteria based on your company goals.

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See Our Approach to learn more about how to structure your recognition programs!

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You send an experiential reward (at a set monetary value) to their email inbox.

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From start to finish, sending a reward only takes a few seconds with Blueboard!

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Your employee gets to browse a menu of hand-curated experiences and choose what’s meaningful to them.

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From in-home, to family, to outdoor adventures, we’ve got something for everyone.

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