December is peak season in warm destinations: hotel and flight rates rise 30–50% around New Year dates, and the best group venues are booked by October. Companies deciding in August–September get both the choice and prices 20–40% lower. The biggest hack: hold your «New Year» event in mid-January — same +25° weather on the Red Sea, 30–40% lower rates, empty venues and no conflict with family holidays. A 4-day event for 80 people in Sharm El Sheikh costs about $109,000 in mid-January versus $145,000+ on peak dates. Royal Event Group has run New Year corporate events in Egypt and UAE for 20+ years — contact us before the end of August to secure the best venues.
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