Arrival and departure
Everyone travels together on one coach, both ways. Boarding is at the Berlin office and it drops us at the hotel entrance. The journey is about 270 km, north on the A19 past Rostock.
Strandhotel Fischland
Ostseebad Dierhagen, directly on the Baltic coast. Check-in, the site map and the emergency numbers are all below.
Got lost? Reception will point you anywhere. You can also grab Kate or anyone from the Offside team.
What to bring
Documents and work
Clothing
Sun and outdoors
Worth bringing
Safety and code of conduct
Four things to keep in mind, from the moment we board the coach until we are back in Berlin.
Water
Never swim after drinking. Not after dinner, not after the party. Swim in daylight and never alone: there are no lifeguards in the evening or at night, the Baltic has currents and the seabed drops away suddenly.
Respect and support
Our Code of Conduct applies for the whole trip, including the beach party. Harassment, bullying and disrespect are not tolerated. If you see something, step in or find Kate.
Alcohol and other guests
This is a work event. Drink like your colleagues have to work with you on Monday. The hotel is open to the public and it is peak season, with families around.
Sun, sauna, mosquitoes and ticks
The sea breeze hides the burn, so reapply sunscreen more often than feels necessary. Swimwear in the sauna, or a towel wrapped around you. Cover your legs on the bike tour and check yourself for ticks afterwards.