Scan Magazine | Issue 70 | November 2014

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Scan Magazine | Conference of the Month | Sweden

“Take technology for example,” says Ericsson. “Many may not have updated their systems in many years and that is something that customers will be able to tell.” This is not the case at Nova. With an upto-date technical suite and expert staff on hand, their technology offer remains unbeaten in Sweden. Newly renovated rooms in one of Sweden’s safest hotels However, it’s not just the broadband speed that is kept to the latest standards. This summer 70 per cent of the rooms were renovated. “It was the final puzzle piece to the ‘no buts’ policy; once this had been done we felt everything was spot on,” says Ericsson. The result is a modern yet classic-looking hotel with a focus on great materials and fantastic service, including the highest security standards available. Nova Park is one of Sweden’s highest scoring Safe Hotels establishments, meaning that security aspects such as encryption, fire safety and personal safety are taken very seriously. “Many companies wouldn’t put a group of executives on the same plane but they might not think twice about booking a hotel without proper fire safety,” says Ericsson. “We’re trying to raise awareness about safety by setting an example.” Water Lounge – more than just a spa Another area in which Nova has long been setting trends is wellness. Nova built their Water Lounge in 2007, a time when spas weren’t standard at hotels, and it remains unique today. Inspired by Scandinavian nature and with a big Aspen-like fire, this relaxation suite is far from your average hot tub and mini sauna. “Our spa is called Water Lounge for a reason. It’s a lounge; a space for dialogue and reflection where more complex issues may be more easily resolved than in a conference room.” Next to the spa, which is complimentary to all conference guests, we find an ice bar. Here you can wrap up in a robe whilst enjoying a drink in a sub-zero environment

Nova Park was renovated this summer, leaving modern yet classic looking rooms where you can feel at home. Photo: Jesper Anhede

The fireplace is a natural meeting point after a visit to the ice bar.

Nova Park has a 100 per cent focus on conference guests and an up-to-date technology suite.

The Water Lounge is the perfect space for reflection and relaxation between meetings.

made entirely out of ice. “We see a lot of people take a final meeting of the day at the Water Lounge, and some meet here to relax before dinner.”

really doesn’t leave anything to be desired. We expect it may not remain a well-kept secret for much longer.

The kitchen wow factor Nova’s real wow factor is the restaurant. “The food always scores a high number on the customer satisfaction surveys. It sounds like a cliché but guests literally give our chefs standing ovations; that’s how good it is,” Ericsson says, applauding head chef Thomas Antonssen for the creativity and passion that sees him cook up the most gorgeous meals from seasonal produce.

For more information, please visit: www.novaparkkonferens.se

“What’s so brilliant is that you get the same quality cooking for thirty people as you do for groups of 300. The kitchen is incredibly sharp!” Ultimately, it is easy to see why people return to Nova Park time and time again: it’s the perfect location for meetings, it hosts superb spa facilities and mouth-watering dining experiences, and amounts to an excellent product throughout. Nova Park

Head chef Antonssen’s kitchen has received top scores time and time again.

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