Our Services
SPECIAL EVENTS & CATERING
Planning a special event? You’ve come to the right place! Benchmark Destinations specializes in special events! Whether it’s a themed welcome reception or a formal gala dinner, we will collaborate with you to create a spectacular event for your important guests. Our team possesses in-depth experience in all phases of planning, including venue selection, floral & decor, menu design, audio-visual and of course premium entertainment. We will make sure you have the perfect event.
PRIVATE GROUP EXPERIENCES
We’ve done our homework. We’ve discovered the “best of the best.” We’ve put together an impressive portfolio of private group tours & activities that is unsurpassed. Whether your group is looking for an exclusive behind the scenes tour at a celebrated museum or a private vineyard estate wine tour, rest assured your guests will be thrilled with their experience as we give them VIP treatment. Adventures, explorations & excursions – rest assured we’ve got the perfect private experience for your group!
FULL SERVICE PRODUCTION
Benchmark provides full turnkey production services. Each event is assigned a production and creative team that is there from the conception of the event through the on-site execution. They ensure that presentations, staging, lighting, audio and set-up are managed and executed flawlessly. Our experienced staff work closely together to determine the technical requirements of each event. From their analysis, they put together the appropriate team of designers, engineers and laborers to create the overall look and feel, focusing on the stage design, graphic design, lighting, sound, and speaker support for each event.
MEETING PLANNING
Whether you are planning a board of directors meeting for 12 or a general session for 1200, Benchmark Destinations has the knowledge and resources to perfectly plan your meeting. We will work with you in locating and securing the best venue for your needs, source the best available suppliers and assist with the onsite delivery so that your meeting is smooth and successful. Let us put our years of expertise to work for you the next time you have an important meeting to plan.
TRANSPORTATION MANAGEMENT
Whether you require a chauffeured towncar for a VIP airport transfer or have to move 1,500 guests across town in motor coaches for an event, Benchmark Destinations will efficiently and effectively manage your transportation needs. We have a long track record of success and extensive experience when it comes to making sure your group gets to and from where they need to be – on time and in style!
EXECUTIVE GOLF OUTINGS
Professional golf is the name of the game here, as San Francisco and the wine country have held PGA, Champions, and LPGA Tour tournaments. A variety of championship golf courses await your arrival. Don’t leave those utility clubs at home; you will most certainly need them here on these links! Benchmark Destinations can help you with a small executive group outing or plan and implement a full-scale corporate tournament complete with scoring, prizes, and an awards reception.
GROUP TEAMBUILDING
We recognize that employees are your most important assets. We can help create programs that are conducive to bringing out team spirit among your attendees. We continually evaluate and review our program offerings to make sure they are engaging, high-tech, interactive, and of course, fun! Whether it’s experiencing the thrill of racing a high-performance sports car at Sonoma Raceway or enjoying an energetic grape-stomp competition in one of California’s premier vineyards, your team will return with a renewed sense of accomplishment and camaraderie.
SPECIALTY GIFTS & AMENITIES
The San Francisco Bay Area’s locally produced gift selections are as diverse as its microclimates and spectacular scenery. Local favorites include Ghirardelli™ chocolate, Boudin™ sourdough, farmers market baskets and personally etched wine gifts from Napa and Sonoma. Benchmark Destinations will help you select the best amenities and most appropriate gifts for your special occasion.