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VENUES
“What’s Up in Paris” gives event planners a concise overview of
the newer venues and spaces for meetings and festive events!
Don’t miss the new incentives to bring a Parisian touch to
every event!
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Paris, the City of Lights, is regularly voted the world’s most
coveted and charismatic. The secret of Paris’s attractiveness is
undoubtedly due to its capacity to surprise, by offering event
professional infrastructures in a unique setting combining
elegance, culture, history and modernity.
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RESOURCES
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Co-published by Paris Convention & Visitors Bureau and Meet and Travel Mag
Translation: Ann Shepardson
Designed by Carine Louerat - carinelouerat@icloud.com
Picture credits: Paris Convention & Visitors Bureau
Cover picture copyright: Chesnaie du Roy
Printed by Imprimerie de Champagne - May 2014
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The Peninsula*****
(200 rooms)
www.peninsula.com
The prestigious Hong Kong brand debuts its first hotel in
Europe this autumn, making it the newest luxury hotel in
Paris. Located near the Arc de Triomphe, it’s just what this
exclusive neighborhood was missing. It is housed in the
former International Conference Centre, site of the historic signing of the 1973 Paris Peace Accords, which were
established to end the Vietnam War. After three years of
redevelopment, it offers the ultimate experience in refined contemporary hotels.
Opening into a stunning lobby in the Peninsula tradition, the hotel is home to
a penthouse gourmet restaurant, bar and terrace with breathtaking views of
Paris, Chinese restaurant, bar, private smoking room, 1,800 m² spa, swimming
pool, valet parking, and 4 meeting/reception rooms for 30 to 100 delegates.
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(159 rooms)
www.hotelprincedegalles.fr
Reopened recently after a meticulous restoration under the
direction of Pierre-Yves Rochon, this legendary jewel of the
Parisian Art deco movement is a member of the Starwood
Luxury Collection. Centrally located on Avenue George V in
the Golden Triangle, it is steps away from the Champs-Elysées
and avenue Montaigne, home to some of the most famous
luxury brands such as Christian Dior and Cartier. Since 1928,
the Prince de Galles has been the preferred Parisian home
of elite travelers to the City of Lights. Under the direction of
Stephanie Le Quellec, a Michelin starred chef, it offers a gourmet
restaurant and bar, both extending to the magnificent Art Deco
mosaic lobby. The hotel also features a state-of-the art fitness
centre with a new wellness space, and a meeting room to host
private functions for up to 70 delegates.
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Prince de Galles*****
Paris Marriott
Rive Gauche Hotel
& Conference Centre****
(757 rooms)
www.marriott.fr
Located on the South Bank, the Marriott Rive Gauche is close
to the Latin Quarter and Saint-Germain-des-Prés, the bohemian
intellectual area of Paris, where the streets emanate the spirit of
famous writers and artists such as Jean-Paul Sartre, Simone de
Beauvoir, Giacometti and Jean-Luc Godard. The Marriott Rive
Gauche is one of the main conference hotels of the capital,
with over 80 meeting rooms (4,800 m²) including Les Rives de
Seine, a large ballroom with a capacity of 1,200 in theatre style
(cocktail: 2,000). Be sure to have an unforgettable lunch or
dinner at R’Yves restaurant and lounge-bar, one of the most
popular business hotspots in the city.
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Pullman Paris
tour Eiffel****
(430 rooms)
www.pullmanhotels.com
Completely renovated this year under the watchful eye of
designer Christophe Pillet, the Pullman Paris Tour Eiffel is, as the
name suggests, located just steps away from the iconic tower and
the Trocadero plaza overlooking the river Seine. Fully-equipped
with Wi-Fi and a connectivity lounge, this leisure and business
hotel offers 21 conference rooms with a capacity ranging from
15 to 400 in theatre style.
Mövenpick Hotel
Paris Neuilly****
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(281 rooms)
www.moevenpick-hotels.com
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Recently completely remodeled, the Mövenpick
Hotel Paris Neuilly reflects the spirit of chic Parisian
elegance, while its refreshed gardens and terrace
provide for quiet relaxation during a sunny lunch or
meeting break. Ideally located in Neuilly-sur-Seine,
close to the business district of La Défense and the
Arc de Triomphe, the hotel welcomes business travelers
to its new rooms, the Victor Hugo Brasserie, and the
58 Bar & Lounge. The Mövenpick Hotel Paris Neuilly
also provides for meetings of up to 400 delegates in its
20 beautiful conference rooms that benefit from natural
light and give onto a green space.
Pullman Paris
Montparnasse****
(957 rooms)
www.pullmanhotels.com
Close to Montparnasse and Saint-Germain-des-Prés, and
near the Porte de Versailles Paris Exhibition Centre,
the Pullman Paris Montparnasse is one of the two
largest convention hotels in the French capital, with a
4,000 m² modular meeting space that can be divided
into 35 meeting rooms, the largest of which can
accommodate 1,500 delegates. Fully renovated, the
Pullman Paris Montparnasse is now home to Vinoteca,
a tasteful bistro where one can sample dozens of
Bordeaux, Burgundy and other famous French wines.
MGallery
Molitor****
(124 rooms)
www.mgallery.com
From nautical galas in the 30’s to urban art happenings in the
90’s, the Piscine Molitor, with its two immense swimming pools,
has been the most popular summer spot in Paris for 60 years.
Closed in 1989 and classified as an historic monument, it
reopened in May 2014 as an Accor hotel, member of the MGallery
Collection. Discover this new Parisian “place to be”, which is fully
refurbished in a contemporary style; relax in the Clarins Spa,
enjoy an invigorating swim in the winter or summer pool, or
share a cocktail on the rooftop terrace before dining in the
restaurant designed by the famous Chef, Yannick Alléno.
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The “bulle”
at the Hotel du
Collectionneur
www.hotelducollectionneur.com
Next winter will be the second season of the “bulle” that
drapes the elegant Andalusian patio of the Art deco Hôtel
du Collectionneur ***** (478 rooms). A few steps from
the magical Christmas lights on the Champs-Elysées, this
ephemeral space, unique in Paris, hosts a range of exceptional events, and can be privatised for about thirty guests.
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Crayon Rouge
(17 rooms)
www.hotelcrayonrouge.com
A block away from the Louvre Museum and the Palais
Royal, the Crayon Rouge Hotel, the newer sister of
Le Crayon Hotel, will soon welcome visitors to the guest
house of a Parisian artist for a most colourful stay. The hotel
is filled with vintage furniture patiently collected item by
item, then customised and given fresh colours. Here, you’ll
find styles, materials, and colours woven together to create a
world of “bohemian chic”. This happy patchwork of influences
lends a truly unique character to the Crayon Rouge Hotel.
La Villa Maillot & Spa****
(42 rooms)
www.lavillamaillot.fr
Since its 25th anniversary, La Villa Maillot offers a whole new concept
of comfort and lifestyle experience as designed by Patrick Ribes, the
mind behind the new atmosphere of this most exclusive boutique
hotel in Paris. It’s just a stone’s throw from the Palais des Congrès
de Paris, in between the Champs-Elysées and La Défense business
district. This very chic establishment boasts a lovely conservatory
lounge, perfect for board meetings; a bar with fireplace, and the
Le M spa, designed to be a cocoon of well-being.
Concorde Opéra Paris is an affiliate hotel of Hilton
Hotels & Resorts since March 1st, 2014. Without any
closing, the hotel is undergoing a significant investment
program to restore and reinvigorate this 125 years old
landmark prior to rebranding as the Hilton Paris Opéra
in autumn 2014.
Symbol of elegance, Concorde Opéra Paris is a 4 starhotel with a monumental lobby ideally located in the heart of Paris. During renovations,
the historical lobby will be repositioning to an inviting Grand Salon & Bar.
The hotel offers 268 comfortable and delightful guestrooms, executive rooms & suites,
free WiFi and 11 meeting rooms including ballroom Baccarat (welcoming groups from 10 to
180 people on 700 square meters). Most meeting rooms benefit from natural daylight. All
bedrooms and meeting rooms will be completely renovated, and an executive lounge as
well as a Fitness Center will be created.
The Terminus Café Restaurant is offering a creative, graphic and contemporary cuisine created
by head Chef David Le Quellec (group menus on request).
FOr mOre inFOrmatiOn:
concordeoperaparis.hilton.com
108, rue Saint-Lazare – 75008 Paris - T: 01 40 08 44 44
GrOuP reservatiOns:
T: +33(0)1 40 08 44 08 - parisopera.events@hilton.com
Viparis/Paris Expo
Porte de Versailles
www.viparis.com
Paris Expo Porte de Versailles (220,000 m² of multipurpose spaces), the largest exhibition space of its kind in
the heart of a capital city, has started a 10-year modernisation project. It will feature a new 5,200-seat conference
centre, a 440-room hotel complex and 2,600 m² of retail
outlets. Viparis, parisian leader in conference and exhibition management, and the park’s current manager, won
the contract for this immense project, which combines the
exceptional talents of world-class architects, such as Jean
Nouvel and Christian de Portzamparc (Pritzker laureates),
and multi-starred chef Guy Martin for the centre’s new
gourmet restaurant.
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3 prestigious sites in Paris
www.gl-events.com
- Maison de la Mutualité: With a 1,728-seat amphitheatre, this Art deco
monument located in the heart of the Latin Quarter is the most famous
event space on the Left Bank, skilfully renovated by architect JeanMichel Wilmotte.
- Palais Brongniart: The former stock exchange, a neoclassical gem
located in the Opera business district, has been entirely renovated and
today plays host to a variety of events in its 600-seat auditorium or
under its vaulted ceiling.
- Hotel Salomon de Rothschild: This mansion located near the
Champs-Elysées and surrounded by 3,900 m² of gardens, was recently
renovated. In addition to its reception rooms, it offers an ultra-modern
500 m² meeting room.
Yannick Alléno, one of France’s most famous chefs, is behind the
cuisine at all three of these exceptional addresses.
Espace Tapis Rouge
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www.tapisrouge.fr
Set in a very popular district on the Right Bank, this former
department store opened in 1784 under the name of Tapis Rouge
(Red Carpet). Renovated and transformed in 1990, it has since
been known as Espace Tapis Rouge, a trendy spot for meetings
and events in the city centre.
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Le Lido
Bateaux Parisiens
www.bateauxparisiens.com
Seminar, product launch, cocktail dinner, company party… do it while
cruising the Seine on Le Bretagne, one of Bateaux Parisiens’ luxury
vessels. The charm of its antique wooden panelling, patina leathers
and elegant atmosphere makes it the perfect cruise boat for your
prestigious events from 30 to 110 guests.
The world-famous Lido de Paris
is the most renowned cabaret
in the city. Located on the beautiful Champs-Elysées, this Parisian landmark has been entertaining the French capital since
1946. The Lido is also available
for business events (1,100 seats),
from the most traditional to the
most extravagant. Discover the
Lido by day & the Lido by night!
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Disneyland® paris
www.disneylandparis-business.com
A mere 35 minutes from Paris and 10 minutes from Paris CDG airport by RER, TGV and Eurostar,
Disneyland Paris is the largest completely integrated events destination in Europe and offers a
large range of solutions for events from 50 to 25,000 delegates.
Disneyland Paris is equipped with 2 conference centres, 95 meeting rooms, 2 event spaces
of 2,300 and 6,500 m², a 1,570-seat amphitheatre, 8,200 rooms in 14 hotels from 2 to 5 stars,
58 restaurants and two theme parks that can be privatized, plus a 27-hole golf course and many
other sport facilities (pools, ice rink, tennis courts, fitness centres, etc.)
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www.lido.fr
In the heart of Paris, in the oldest french department store - 1784 -
an International Convention Center - 1800 m2 - 8 boardrooms
Tapis Rouge 1784 L’Authentique
The oldest Paris Department Store "1784" modified as an International Convention Center in 1990
2014
www.tapisrouge.fr - +33 1 42 49 81 90 - contact@tapisrouge.fr
67 rue du Faubourg Saint Martin - 75010 Paris
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Le Purgatoire
54 Paradis
http://le-purgatoire-paris.fr
Located at 54 rue de Paradis, it goes without saying that Le Purgatoire is a place
associated with a certain amount delicious
gluttonous guilt. A delight to both the eye
and palate, Le Purgatoire offers a space
dedicated to art and cuisine. A producer of both good humor and good food
shared between friends, it provides a reception area and exhibition hall (100 m²),
and a kitchen atelier (40 guests).
Musée d’Art Moderne
de la Ville de Paris
www.mam.paris.fr
An evening gala in one of the sprawling rooms overlooking the river Seine and the
Eiffel Tower, cocktails at the foot of Raoul Dufy’s Fée Electricité, a press conference in
the Matisse Room... Welcome your guests (up to 500) in one of the superb rooms at the
Paris MAM and benefit from a private visit of the permanent collections or temporary
exhibitions. After Keith Haring, Poliakoff and Zeng Fanzhi, it’s now Lucio Fontana in
the spotlight, before Sonia Delaunay and David Altmejd take over for the 2014-2015
autumn-winter season.
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Elephant
Paname
www.elephantpaname.com
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“La Suite” at
Les Galeries
Lafayette
www.galerieslafayette.com
A 400 m² apartment perched at the top of
the famous department store Les Galeries
Lafayette Haussmann, it features 4 lounges with
a 180°panoramic view of the city skyline, and
a terrace. This exclusive apartment is available
for VIP conferences, fashion shows, cocktails,
lunches and dinners. It’s also host to make-up
and fragrance workshops with wine and cheese
tastings.
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Imagine a house that is truly alive; imagine a place devoted to emotion and beauty;
imagine a planet of dreams. Dedicated to art
and dance, Elephant Paname is simply that.
Nestled in a private mansion from the era
of Napoleon III, close to the Opera and luxury shopping area Place Vendôme, Elephant
Paname offers a variety of spaces and lounges
that can accommodate up to 200 guests.
Paris Evénement
www.paris-evenement.fr
This agency, specialising in managing event spaces, recently expanded its portfolio with
the addition of two lofts in the Bastille neighbourhood (40 to 90 dinner capacity, 70 to
200 for cocktails), three clubs including the famous Palace (933 guests), the vaulted Cellier
Saint-Paul (80/200 guests) and a houseboat on the Seine, La Calypso.
And you can’t put a genie in a bottle. But we did.
With over 20 years of experience, our talented Business Solutions experts have developed
a nose and the vision for achieving the impossible – organising the world’s most admired
events. Each one a feast for all the senses, in Europe’s largest all-in-one venue. And by
adding a touch of magic for good measure, the difference is Disney.
“It’s fun to do the impossible”
Contact us today
+33 (0) 1 60 45 75 00
disneylandparis-business.com
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Bustronome
www.bustronome.com
Enjoy a fine dining experience while marvelling at the most beautiful
views of Paris on-board the brand new double-decker restaurant-bus, the
Bustronome (38 seats). A made-to-measure gourmet journey that follows
the itinerary of your choice, adapted to your event.
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Un Dimanche
à Paris
Ma Chère
et Tendre
www.machereettendre.com
The Méridien Hotel at Porte Maillot, just across
from the Palais des Congrès, has a new steak house
offering up flank steak, sirloin, rib steak, T-Bone,
ribs, and more. Beef takes centre stage here, with
six breeds from the best ranches in France and
Navarre. Choose from eight side dishes and seven
sauces, as well as a wine menu featuring by-the-glass
and bottle options that include the classics - Crus de
Bordeaux, Côtes du Rhône, Rioja, and many others.
www.un-dimanchea-paris.com
A magical, gourmet chocolate place hidden
in one of the oldest passages in the Saint
Germain neighborhood, Un Dimanche
à Paris combines a pastry kitchen, shop,
restaurant (serving up dishes inspired by
cocoa) and a cooking school, ideal for
creative team building events.
Café Kousmichoff
www.cafekousmichoff.com
71 Champs-Elysées is the latest address of the famous Kusmi
Tea brand, founded in Saint Petersburg in 1867 and present in
Paris for nearly a century. Just above the ground-floor boutique,
Café Kousmichoff pays homage to its Franco-Russian roots with
a menu that includes pirojkis, bortsch, caviar and foie gras blinis,
as well as classic French desserts such as TarteTatin, Paris-Brest
and Saint-Honoré. An unbeatable location for breakfast (from
8am), business lunches and after-work drinks (until 11pm).
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Ma Cocotte
www.macocotte-lespuces.com
In the heart of the world’s most famous f lea
market sits a vast industrial-style duplex decked
out by Philippe Starck. Light wood, brick,
concrete, and cement tiles adorn this stylish
restaurant, popular with collectors from around
the world who come to hunt for bargains at the
Saint-Ouen “Flea.” Spread over two levels, with
two terraces, Ma Cocotte can host events for up
to 250 guests.
L’Initial/Sofitel
Arc de Triomphe
www.sofitel.com
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A stone’s throw from the Etoile neighborhood, the new
restaurant at the Sofitel Arc de Triomphe offers fine dining
in an elegant, contemporary setting designed by the Andrée
Putman studio. This new hot spot is already creating buzz
in Parisian and international business circles.
CaBaReTS
Moulin Rouge, Lido, Crazy Horse, Paradis Latin, Cesar Palace…
Paris is known the world over for the quality and variety of
its cabarets. A few lesser-known spots are well worth a sidetrip, such as Le Bel Canto for opera dinners, and Happy Days,
which features shows inspired by the 60’s, 70’s and 80’s. The
most recent arrival upon the scene, the Mugler Follies, unites
the talents of this artist into an exceptional show. In the
spirit of joy and originality, all of these establishments offer
sophisticated evenings and dinners celebrating the culture,
elegance and cuisine of France.
Cesar Palace
www.cesar-palace-paris.com
Happy Days
www.happydaysparis.com
Le Bel Canto
www.lebelcanto.com
Lido
www.lido.fr
Moulin Rouge
www.moulinrouge.fr
Mugler Follies
www.muglerfollies.com
Paradis Latin
www.paradislatin.com
Photo : Christian Gautier © NTML / Manfred T. Mugler
Crazy Horse
www.lecrazyhorseparis.com
The “Solferino” is one of the authentic
Parisian institutions which has succeeded in respecting traditions over
time. The restaurant brasserie next
to Orsay Museum shows its typical
French character through its Haussman period façade welcomes you for
a traditional and French cuisine
gourmet break. To participate
in the achievement of all
yours projects: 3 rooms and
2 terraces which can be
privatised for parties: party events, meetings, seminars, special set menu for
Groups, sweet or salt gourmet menu, original french
tasting break.
LE SOLFÉRINO
262, Bld Saint-Germain - 75007 Paris
Tél. +33 (0)1 45 51 55 14
lesolferino@orange.fr
www.lesolferino.fr
Candora
www.candora.fr
Hubris
www.hubris.fr
Wine tasting before a masterpiece painting, the art of wine making, “wine casino”,
corporate gifts–these are a sample of custom-designed, high quality experiences
that are at once artistic, oenological and
gourmet; held in an historical space or
a Parisian art gallery. Hubris organises
delicious tastings, in exclusive Parisian
locations or renowned regions, featuring
6 famous crus, served and presented by
a wine sommelier.
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Experience olfactive team-building with Candora
while creating a perfume just for you. Orange
blossom, grapefruit, wild herbs, ginger, pink
pepper, mock orange, vetiver, cedar - Candora
offers a profusion of perfumes in 17 premium
quality eaux de toilettes that can be worn alone
or combined to create your own scent. It serves
as both a game and an olfactory composition
that can be personalized by engraving a name
and message of your choice.
Evanela
www.evanela.com
Cross the threshold into the workshop of a signature brand, such as Dior, Vuitton or Hermès; share
a moment with the best French master-craftsmen;
access the world of some
of the most extraordinary
creations. Evanela gathers
the most famous creators
of French luxury within
fashion, design, decoration,
jewelr y and cr ystal, for
events throughout Paris for
10 to 100 guests.
Ideal DMC employs a highly creative, efficient
and passionate team with a unique and unrivalled
understanding of the luxury market. We will
propose you a whole variety of services to make
the stay of your clients a real success!!!
IDEAL DMC - 15 rue Palestro - 75002 Paris
www.ideal-dmc.com - contact@ideal-dmc.com
Le Foodist
www.lefoodist.com
Discover French culture through food and storytelling. Recognising the close connection between culture and cuisine,
Le Foodist has developed a unique evening which weaves
together these two themes. Once Upon a Table, at Le Foodist,
is a one-of-a-kind dining experience that brings guests together to indulge in gourmet French food and wines, through
interactive stories and games that discuss how gastronomy
influences and reflects a society’s values and beliefs.
SHoPPiNG
Paris continues to live up to its reputation as the capital of
luxury and fashion, as evidenced by a series of recent store
openings, of both well-known and undiscovered brands.
Joining the famous Bon Marché, Galeries Lafayette and
Printemps Haussmann are the new Centre Beaugrenelle near
the Eiffel Tower, and Printemps du Louvre under the museum’s
esplanade. The Bazar de l’Hôtel de Ville has been recently
rechristened the BHV / Marais; spread over 50,000 m2, it’s
the only department store in the capital with a complete
offering in both fashion and home furnishing.
Greater Paris hasn’t been left out; One Nation to the west,
La Vallée Village near Disneyland Paris and 2,200 m² of
new luxury boutiques showcasing France and its expertise
in fashion and luxury items in the Paris Charles de Gaulle
Airport have seen to that.
ADP
www.aeroportsdeparis.fr
BHV / Marais
www.lebhvmarais.fr
Bon Marché
www.lebonmarche.com
Galeries Lafayette
www.galerieslafayette.com
One Nation Paris
www.onenation.fr Printemps
www.printemps.com
Vallée Village
www.lavalleevillage.com
Beaugrenelle
www.beaugrenelle-paris.com
With the arrival of the new Beaugrenelle shopping
centre near the Eiffel Tower, south-west Paris finally has a
department store, which houses 120 shops, 10 restaurants,
10 movie theatres, and a
7,000 m2 terrace on the Seine.
The perfect place for a scenic
stroll or serious shopping,
Beaugrenelle blends into the
cityscape and is organised by
theme: there’s a fashion wing,
a home and culture section,
and another reserved for dining and leisure.
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www.ri­media.com
Imagine a team-building event at quarries closed to the
public; the Louvre Museum or the Palace of Versailles all
to yourself; these are a few examples of what Rimedia
can offer. Whatever event you want to organize, exclusive
tastings, fashion ateliers, shopping visits, tours aboard
mythical 2CV, according to this Parisian DMC, “Paris has
to be seen in a different way with fresh eyes”.
Private Golf Key
www.privategolfkey.com
Fat Tire
Bike Tours
http://paris.fattire
biketours.com
Explore the heart of Paris by foot, segway
and bicycle on a fun and easy tour along
pleasant streets, where designated bike
lanes spare you the hassle of traffic. Cruise
along the banks of the Seine River on a
road recently closed to traffic, before stopping for a refreshment on a cafe terrace.
This tour is available year round for all and
can be booked for groups.
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Whether you’re an expert
golfer or just starting out, interested in holding a competition or taking an introductory
lesson, Private Golf Key provides access to more than
200 golf courses around Paris, including some of the
most beautiful in France. The high-quality service,
which includes the accompaniment of a PGA player,
makes for a much-appreciated private tour for your
clients, or the opportunity for a team-building activity
focused on the strong values of the sport. PGK also
offers activities off the beaten track, such as meeting a starred chef or renowned wine sommelier, or
discovering the ateliers of luxury brand designers.
outdoor
Airship Paris
www.airship-paris.fr
Glide over the countryside north of Paris, near Vexin, from a
height of 300 m aboard a 75 m long zepplin. This magnificent
hour-long flight starts at Auvers-sur-Oise, the quaint village
where Van Gogh spent the last months of his life painting. It
travels, via the Royaumont Abbey, to Chantilly palace, where
you can saunter through the gardens designed by Le Nôtre
and view its impressive stables.
Animaé
www.animae-event.com
Wine tastings or food workshops, interactive photo sessions,
outdoor and motorised activities, casino parties, and more.
Animaé, an organization dedicated to team-bulding, is a
quality references for corporate businesses and event agencies.
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Promenade des Sens
Customised programs and unique experiences in Paris
full of emotion, discoveries and encounters.
91 rue du Faubourg Saint-Honoré - 75008 Paris
Tél. +33 (0)1 39 18 62 79 - info@promenadedessens.fr
www.promenadedessens.fr
© Berges de Seine – Paris
RIMEDIA
EVENTSOLUTIONS
Major
Events in Paris
Roland Garros, May 25-June 8, 2014
www.rolandgarros.com
Fête de la Musique (Music festival), June 21
www.fetedelamusique.culture.fr
Bastille Day, July 14
Tour de France, arrival day in Paris, July 27, 2014
www.letour.fr
Paris Plage (“Paris Beaches”), mid-July and mid-August, 2014
92nd Qatar, Prix de l’Arc de Triomphe Weekend,
October 4-5, 2014 - www.prixarcdetriomphe.com
Paris Nuit Blanche (City-wide all-night art festival),
October 4, 2014
FIAC (Contemporary art fair),
October 23-26, 2014 - www.fiac.com
Paris Christmas Lights,
end of November 2014 to early January 2015
Paris Marathon, April 12, 2015
www.schneiderelectricparismarathon.com
UEFA EURO 2016, June 10-July 10, 2016
http://fr.uefa.com
Ryder Cup 2018
www.ffgolf.org/Ryder-Cup-2018
Trade shows
Paris Air Show, June 15-21, 2014 - www.siae.fr
Maison et Objet (Home and lifestyle fair),
September 5-9, 2014 and January 23-27, 2015
www.maison-objet.com
Première Vision (Textile and design fair),
September 16-19, 2014 and mid-February 2015
www.premierevision.com
Paris Fashion Week,
September 23 - October 01, 2014 and March 03-11, 2015
www.modeaparis.com
SIAL, October 19-23, 2014 - www.sialparis.fr
Paris Motor Show, October 4-19, 2014
www.mondial-automobile.com
Batimat, November 18-21, 2014 - www.batimat.com
World Gas Conferences,
June 1-5, 2014 - www.igu.org
COP21, November 30 - December 11, 2015
RESOURCES
and SERVICES
WHaT ’S uP
iN PaRiS
The Paris Convention Bureau,
a gateway to the capital, provides
tailor-made solutions to companies,
agencies and professional associations
wishing to organise an event in Paris.
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CONVENTION.
PARISINFO.COM
MEETING
IN PARIS
Website dedicated to event organisers, site
includes:
• Venue finder: multi-criteria search engine
to identify service providers for organising
an event, and a form to request a proposal.
• The latest news from Paris professionals.
• Calendar of events: congresses, trade fairs,
trade shows, major cultural and sporting
events, etc.
• O neline videos and photo library with
more than 3,000 pictures to download, free
of copyrights.
A complete guide dedicated to meeting
planners to make easy the organization of
their event. Find inspiration from among
more than 550 Parisian professional, listed
by category of service. NEW edition end of
2014.
MAPS AND
GUIDEBOOKS
In addition to this guide, the Convention
Bureau provides complimentary publications,
notably:
• Paris city map-guide, in ten languages
(French, English, German, Spanish, Italian,
Portuguese, Russian, Japanese, Chinese and
Korean).
• Good Food Guide, in French and English.
• S hopping Book Guide, in French and
English.
• Visiting Paris, a brochure of guided thematic
visits, in French and English.
what’s up in paris
PARISNEWS
A bilingual (French and English) monthly
e-newsletter, ParisNews highlights the
latest trends and newly-available products
and services in Paris on the leisure and business
markets, as well as a selection of events.
GROUP
FACILITIES
M u s e u m s, m o n u m e n t s, s i g h t s e e i n g
buses, cruises, cabarets, transfers, Paris
City Passport are all available online. The
Paris Convention & Visitors Bureau offers a
wide range of products to ensure you make
the most of your stay. Personalised service
for groups is available upon request: custom
quotes, a variety of payment options (online,
transfer), and free delivery worldwide
(or directly to your hotel).
Contacts
Corporate events:
meeting@parisinfo.com
Association congresses:
convention@parisinfo.com
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