A remote team's physical interaction can be limited unless they make a deliberate effort to get together, which is why they have a company retreat twice a year. The team has run 10 company retreats with varying sizes and locations, learning that some things are better done in person, such as impromptu conversations about kids or work ideas. They've found that the best retreats combine something everyone can work on together with activities to help the team get to know each other better, such as playing games, hiking, or visiting a movie set. The cost of the retreat is considered, but investing in team-building experiences is seen as valuable despite being expensive. To improve future retreats, feedback from previous events is sought, highlighting what was enjoyable and what could be improved, such as the structure of unconferences and roundtable topics.