Meaningful encounters that bring people together
Build extraordinary experiences with us
BARENTSZEN GROUP is an internationally operating group of specialized brands in meetings, events, sports, and travel.
Successful collaboration begins with genuine attention. To each other. To our shared goal. To the experience we want to create together.
With a committed team and a reliable network, we guide projects from the initial idea to execution. We connect airlines, accommodations, (event) locations, transfers, and other partners with our brands and clients. Not as separate suppliers, but as equal partners working toward a shared outcome.
Within all our brands, we go beyond merely unburdening our clients. We work on experiences that touch people: valuable encounters and lasting memories that stay with them. That is why we work with partners who want to contribute their ideas and help build the total experience.
Why companies choose us
Involved from the start
We involve partners early in inquiries and development. This allows you to contribute ideas, exert influence, and prepare more effectively. This creates a more pleasant working environment for everyone.
How we collaborate
Step 1 – Connect
We start with the client and the project’s objective. From there, we bring partners together early in the process. We listen to your capabilities, desires, and priorities, and together we seek the best implementation. This creates a collaboration where everyone contributes and builds from the very beginning.
Step 2 – Co-create
We develop the concept together. From the first inquiry to the final details. With room for your ideas, experience, and creativity, we build a distinctive total experience.
Step 3 – Deliver
We remain closely involved during execution. We maintain the overview, coordinate, and ensure that everyone’s contribution is visible and tangible in the experience. This is how the plan truly becomes a reality.
A strong (inter)national network
BARENTSZEN GROUP possesses a broad international and national network. For you, this means faster access to inquiries, concepts, and collaborations that lead to exclusive experiences and long-term partnerships.
Clear direction and coordination
We connect all parties and maintain the overview. This ensures clear communication and realistic expectations. From the initial idea to execution. This keeps the process calm and manageable.
Specialized, scalable teams
Our organization consists of several specialized teams. This allows us to switch gears quickly and scale up when necessary, without compromising on quality.
Our brands
Tailor-made meetings, events, and travel for strong relationships
Marathon travel and training camps with personal attention for every runner
Carefree destination management for sports teams worldwide
We collaborate with, among others:
Experiences that connect
Read how partners experience collaborating with BARENTSZEN, Marathons International, and HDM Sports
Vrienden van Beatrix Kinderziekenhuis: ten years of running together
DAF International Dealer Meeting: Strategy and Connection in Spain
Marrakech Executive Programme: Connection and New Perspectives for Sikkenscenter
220 Travel Professionals Gather in Rabat for the ANVR Congress 2025
30 years of Ploum: a shared moment of pride and connection
Entrepreneurs from Business Netwerk Haaglanden strengthen their network in Budapest
Meet our team
Behind BARENTSZEN GROUP is a team of committed specialists and a reliable network with which we develop meaningful and valuable encounters.
Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do. We involve partners from the start, contribute ideas, and make sure every area of expertise strengthens the overall result.
Enthusiastic people who connect, contribute ideas, and enjoy what they do. Each with their own expertise, together responsible for what we build.
What our partners and clients say:
Inspiring and connecting study trip
From the initial introduction to the final handling of the trip, communication with BARENTSZEN was clear and professional. We received not only excellent tips regarding the destination (hotel/restaurants/experiences) but also sound advice on the structure and logic of the program. During the trip, the local guides hired by BARENTSZEN and the keen eye for detail of our tour leader, Jiska, made all the difference. She managed to guide our group of 26 people smoothly and kindly, allowing us to focus entirely on the experience. The result: an inspiring, extraordinary, and connecting study trip where everything was safely and excellently organized.
One trip where everything comes together!
Together with BARENTSZEN, I traveled to Budapest with Business Netwerk Haaglanden. Seven years of building a network culminated in a single trip, and exactly what you hope for—connection, depth, and trust—actually happened. From inspiring conversations to new collaborations, and from laughter to learning.
The most beautiful moment? When you notice the energy flowing without having to push.
Enjoy a worry-free marathon weekend
Joining Marathons International in Berlin for the third time, after London and New York. Fantastically organized. You can almost stop thinking for yourself during such a weekend, as the excitement gradually builds. The team is incredibly enthusiastic and ensures that you have everything you need. Thank you for another wonderful experience!
Complete peace of mind from start to finish
From the very first introductory meeting, our wishes for the ideal office weekend were truly listened to. Djuna and Frederiek took care of everything for us and ensured that the program aligned perfectly with our company and team. Our thanks to Djuna, Frederiek, and the entire team for the fantastic organization and this unforgettable weekend. We hope to work together again in the future!
A trip you will be talking about for years to come
For the anniversary trip to Reims, we collaborated closely with BARENTSZEN to create a memorable journey that would bring all colleagues closer together. Thanks to their creative and seamless organization, it became exactly the kind of trip you will be talking about for years to come.
An eye for detail and seamless organization
We rarely experience such an eye for detail, such a high degree of flexibility and customer focus, and such seamless internal organization from suppliers. We would therefore like to wholeheartedly recommend BARENTSZEN to any organization that wishes to make its group trip a resounding success.
A reliable partner for many years
For over twenty years, BARENTSZEN has organized study trips for our members, featuring a different European destination each time. They consistently manage to curate surprising and attractive programs tailored to the target audience. They are proactive, flexible, and expert, providing us with excellent guidance. The travel organization handles much of the workload for us, always delivering a wonderful result.
A marathon trip for the books
I am absolutely still savoring the experience! The organization was handled to perfection, and you could turn to the four enthusiastic ladies—Manouk, Teddy, Anouk, and Joanke—with any questions. Each contributed from their own area of expertise. It was set to be a warm marathon edition, so Marathons International specifically adapted the shake-out run and presentation accordingly. That requires flexibility.
Furthermore, every participant (and supporter) was given the freedom to choose whether to join group activities. I would certainly recommend doing so, as it is a great way to meet new, wonderful people.
The chosen Radisson hotel was perfect in terms of location and service!
All in all, a trip for the books, and I would like to offer my sincere thanks via this testimonial.
Would you like to meet?
Curious about how we can work together? Or would you like to explore the role your organization could play within our projects? We’d be happy to meet with you, with no obligation, and explore how we can create value together.
