event venues

In the world of corporate events, there is one region that has managed to turn its history into a differentiating asset: Euskadi. Far removed from conventional convention centres, the Spanish Basque Country is emerging as a benchmark destination for organisers looking for boutique experiences packed with authenticity and character. Its natural proximity to France...

The world of new technologies is converging in Dubai today. From 13 to 17 October, thousands of companies and start-ups, and almost as many investors, gathered at GITEX Global. It's the biggest event of the year for everything to do with innovation and artificial intelligence, and among other topics, it will put the spotlight on...

OcéaNice embodies the transformation of the port of Nice into a true centre of international influence. Designed to combine environmental excellence with the ambition to host events, it will offer delegates from all over the world an immersive and unforgettable experience. Marking a turning point for Nice's tourism and economic offering, this new facility will strengthen the Nice Côte d'Azur's position as a...

Marrakech and Morocco to 2030 Martin Vitte, Sales Director, Park Hyatt Marrakech - "By 2024, Morocco will have become the leading African country in terms of tourist arrivals, overtaking Egypt. And it wants to grow even further, with luxury hotel brands playing a key role in this boom. To raise the country's profile,...

Madrid's green spaces, parks, gardens and trees largely determine the quality of life of its residents and visitors. And, by snowball effect, this great green sets the tone for an eco-responsible destination for the many professional events held there. The city's commitment to this...

A sort of Baltard pavilion in the inner suburbs of Asnières-sur-Seine. An old market dating back to the 19th century, with the charm of its time, with its ochre bricks and metal structure. From 11 September, this historic setting, the Halle Flachat, will be welcoming businesses for local meetings. In all...

Illustrating its ambitions with mega-events: Dubai is making this an integral part of its strategy. By 2033 - a symbolic year for an emirate that will then be celebrating its 200th anniversary - the emirate aims to become "the world's most important business centre", according to the wishes of Sheikh Mohammed ben Rachid Al...

The Triangle Tower will not be completed until the end of 2026, but it is growing rapidly as each floor becomes smaller. Erected at Porte de Versailles, in the heart of Paris Expo, where it is set to become the new flagship, this €700m project by developer Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield is seeing its...

Saint-Etienne's image is obviously linked to its 'Verts', its 'cauldron' and the unique fervour of its supporters. And this is true regardless of their team's ups and downs. The lows, like the club's recent descent into Division 2; the highs, like in the days of Larqué, Rocheteau, Revelli and Curkovic in the mid-1970s,...

Saint-Etienne could have been France's first ever European football champions. Glory to the vanquished: this legendary defeat had a lot to do with the enduring aura of the city and its Greens, magnificent losers for a whole generation of French people not yet accustomed to the taste of...

Thanks to the many daily round trips offered by the Franco-Swiss airline Lyria, Geneva and Basel can be reached in just 3 hours from Paris. To reach Zurich, allow 4 hours (you continue the journey after passing Basel). And if you're organising your event in Lausanne, you'll need to take the...

Through its subsidiary Urban Station, RATP is developing its events business in Paris by rehabilitating its heritage buildings scattered around the capital. In particular, the former electrical substations built between 1900 and 1920, with their fine Art Nouveau and Art Deco architecture. The first three openings after completion of the work are scheduled...

The Olympic sailing events in Marseilles won't be the only international sailing competition to take place in the Mediterranean this summer. The 37th America's Cup will be held in Barcelona from 22 August to 27 October, the New Zealanders having decided to put their title back on the line in Europe. A first since...

Kactus is offering a new feature to the 10,000 venues listed on the platform specialising in BtoB events. A detailed dashboard of their activity, aimed first and foremost at developing their sales and, consequently, maintaining closer links with the 35,000 corporate clients of Kactus,...

Blocked in 2023 because of local political opposition to its alleged environmental impact, Canua Island, the luxury event barge, has finally been able to set sail from Mandelieu-la-Napoule, following a court ruling that it should be licensed to sail and operate. Inaugurated on 16 May in front of an audience of 300 guests, the trimaran...

What is the situation regarding the return of international trade show business to pre-crisis levels? Corinne Moreau - International trade shows are still 10 to 20% behind 2018. This is not specific to France either. The Germans, who are our main competitors,...

The event: 24 hours in Marrakech Nearly forty guests - journalists and, above all, decision-makers from the travel industry - were invited to Marrakech on 9 November at the initiative of the ONMT (Moroccan National Tourist Office) and SETO (Syndicat des Entreprises du Tour Operating). Two months to the day after the earthquake, these "24...

Peninsula vs Raffles: a promising battle between these two legends of the luxury hotel industry. This September, London will be the scene of a battle for the best opening of the year in the British capital. The two brands have traditionally competed in terms of excellence and VIP services, but one thing is certain...

The capital's biggest club, with a Jean Bouin stadium refurbished just ten years ago under the leadership of Rudy Ricciotti, in a prestigious and strategic geographical area: on paper, Stade Français Paris has solid arguments to play the leading roles on the pitch...

Last March, your Group symbolised the handover from Frédéric Oudéa to Slawomir Krupa at the head of the Executive Board with a rugby match in the salons of the Stade de France. Was this a coincidence? Katia Lazarew - The date of the France-Wales match did indeed coincide with...