Nineteen Shadow Board Development Retreat

The inaugural Nineteen Shadow Board Development Retreat took place in the breathtaking landscapes of Oman from 6 – 11 April 2025, in partnership with the Oman Convention Bureau. With a carefully curated programme facilitated by Pure Arabia and Experience Oman, the group experienced a full itinerary ranging from dolphin watching to rock climbing on the side of a mountain.

The retreat enabled each of the buyers to see what an amazing destination Oman is, and to participate in meaningful and thought provoking industry related conversations. Most importantly however, it allowed for authentic networking and genuine relationships to be formed across the whole group.

Official Event Photos

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Photography by Ronaldo Silverio

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