[rarjunpillai]

--> In most cases, this trip is completely funded by the companies on top of the regular salary which you will make anyway.

--> Many of them have fun elements to it to relax the attendees and give them a break. Infact, breaking the regular 'work more' pattern is the key aspect.

--> Any trip is always hectic - whether work or personal. If you can get more done during a 3 days trip which will help you to spend more time with the family once you are back, it is better in some way. Right :)