The MOSTLY AI Open Peaks are all about reaching new heights and exploring fresh ideas. For a few days, we’ll break away from our usual routines - leaving behind our home offices and multiple screens - to meet in person, get creative, and collaborate amidst the Austrian peaks.
Plus, this offsite marks a significant milestone: it’s the first time we’ll gather face-to-face since the thrilling decision to open source our code. 💥 It’s a perfect opportunity to brainstorm, share knowledge, and envision new possibilities for our future.
We encourage all Mostlies to dive into discussions, contribute bold ideas, and build strategies together. This is our chance to think openly, innovate, and push boundaries together. #WinAsATeam
And of course, after all that brainpower, we’ll unwind and enjoy the peaks of Semmering* together because we believe in balancing hard work with play. 🏔️ ⛷️ 🥾
*Why Semmering? Nestled in the Austrian Alps, Semmering offers ski slopes perfect for beginners and seasoned skiers, as well as some scenic hiking trails. Conveniently located 100km away from Vienna, we can easily and quickly get there by train (🌍 says thanks!). Speaking of trains, Semmering Railway went into operation in 1854, and in 1998 it became the world's first railway line to be awarded the title “UNESCO World Heritage Site”.
Please register for the event HERE by Friday, 29 Nov 2024.
Agenda
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Morning | Travel to Vienna | 09h58-11h13 - Train from Wien-Hauptbahnhof to Semmering 11h15 Transfer from train station to Sporthotel am Semmering Arrive* @ Sporthotel am Semmering *early check-in is subject to availability. We can leave our bags in their luggage room anyway. | Option 1: Taxi from the hotel to the shop Pickup equipment from the shop Group lead to buy the ski lift tickets Full day skiing/snowboarding @ Stuhleck | Option 2: Hiking @ Pinkenkogel or Sonnwendstein | 07h30 Check out 08h15 Transfer from hotel to train station 08h47-10h02 Train back to Wien-Hauptbahnhof | ||
Lunch | Free | Free | Lunch @ Cervo D’Oro | Free | |||
Afternoon | Free time Activity tbc: **suitable for beginners, there's no need to have previous experience with snow sports. | Full day skiing/snowboarding @ Stuhleck Return the equipment to the shop Taxi from the shop back to the hotel | Spa / pool / sauna @ hotel | Travel back home | |||
Dinner | 19h Dinner @ tbc | Each team to organise | 19h Buffet dinner @ Panorama Restaurant Liechtensteinhaus | 19h Dinner @ Hotel | |||
Optional: board games, foosball, snooker @ hotel’s “coffee house” | Optional: board games, foosball, snooker @ hotel’s “coffee house” | ||||||
Travel | Work sessions | Each team to organize | Organized by the People & Ops team
Travel arrangements and Expenses
Please arrange your own travel to Vienna, including flights, travel insurance, and any necessary visas.
If you require a visa support letter, contact the People Team. The cost of a single-entry Schengen visa is reimbursable.
To pay for travel, request a Spendesk virtual credit card.
Important:Ensure all invoices include the MOSTLY AI details:
MOSTLY AI Solutions MP GmbH
VAT no: ATU72118727Please familiarize yourself with the Travel & Expense Policy before travelling, as only expenses that meet these criteria will be reimbursed.
Cost centres:
All offsite expenses should be under:
Cost center “People - 6300”,
Expense category ”Travel & Expense - 634”,
Sub Cost Center “Events & Offsites - 6310”
Hotels & Coworking
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Address: Gerhard-Bronner-Straße 11, 1100 Wien
Phone: +43 16020000
Closest station: Wien Hauptbahnhof
Group booking reference: MOSTLY AI
The reservation includes breakfast and city tax. Any other expenses (minibar, laundry, etc) are of your responsibility.
Reception: Available 24/7
Check-in from 3:00 PM on the day of arrival
Check-out by 12:00 PM on the day of departure
Breakfast hours:
Mon – Fri: 6:00 – 10:00 AM
Sat, Sun & holidays: 7:00 – 11:00 AM
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Address: Gertrude-Fröhlich-Sandner-Straße 2–4, Turm 9, Etagen 7, 8, 9, Vienna 1100, Austria
Closest station: Wien Hauptbahnhof
Group booking reference: MOSTLY AI
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Address: Carolusstrasse 10, 2680 Semmering
Phone: +43 266486410
The reservation includes breakfast, access to gym, steam sauna, Finnish sauna, indoor swimming pool and parking
Getting around in Vienna
From the airport to the hotel in Vienna
The ÖBB train directly connects Vienna Airport to Wien Hauptbahnhof, departing every 30 minutes from the airport train station. Tickets cost €4.40 and the average travel time is 15 minutes.
From Wien Hauptbahnhof to Motel One is a 5min walk.
⚠️ Taxis from/to the airport are only reimbursable in rare situations such as:
early flights - if your departure flight from Vienna is before 7h
late flights - if you arrive at Vienna after 23h
From the hotel to Spaces Icon Central Station
The co-working is located right next to Wien Hauptbahnhof train station and a short walk from the hotel.
From Vienna to the skiing resort
We will travel together by train. The tickets will be purchased by the People team.
Emergency contacts
Please ensure to update your emergency contact in Personio-
It can be useful to provide family members with an emergency contact number, should they not be able to reach you during the offsite. Please provide them with the following contacts:
Elsa Mendes: +351 934 120 690 | Languages: Portuguese, English
Tristan Wohlfahrt: +43 664 54 59 658 | Languages: German, English
What to pack
- Comfortable and weather-appropriate clothing (waterproof gear recommended).
- Equipment, if you prefer to bring your own. Otherwise, rentals will be available.
- Good vibes!
FAQs
Can I get in sooner? Can I stay longer?
Yes, but any extra accommodation or expenses outside of official offsite days will be at your own cost.
Can I fly from a location and go back to a different one?
The default is a round trip from your place of residence, but if necessary, you may fly to/from different locations, as long as it aligns with the cost of the default route.
Can I bring a partner, friend, or child?
Consider that this is a company event for us to foster connection between our team. If you go and spend time with your partner / friend / child, it defeats the purpose.
The People team is not the offsite police, but we trust you will understand and adhere.
See you there! 👋