Company Events and Tours

CREATING BUSINESS TOURS AND STAYS in unique and extraordinary  places around France is one of our areas of expertise. Whether for an international board meeting, a strategy planning day or a reception for your most important clients, we work with you to develop the concept, venue and ambiance that perfectly match your brief. We go beyond meeting your goals and requirements. In crafting your unique corporate event, we take the time to get to know and understand the company itself: its goals, values, and precise business strategy. In so doing, we ensure that the events we design just for you perfectly uphold and reflect your company culture, brand and values.

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For those based in Paris and limited for time, the Champagne region may be an ideal location for your next event or team-building trip. Close to the capital but still a world away, the change of scenery allows your guests to leave their concerns and pressing tasks behind and focus on the event at hand. Themes can be built around your specific needs and requirements. For a marketing conference, what better venue than the cellars of some of the region’s most prestigious champagne houses?  For companies dedicated to values of sustainability, an organic vineyard might offer the perfect setting. For companies wishing to promote women in management, a meeting at the famous champagne house of Veuve Clicquot Ponsardin would emblematise that commitment. Otherwise, for those wishing to demonstrate the strength of family-owned companies, the fascinating and world-renowned champagne house Taittinger could make an ideal venue.

You may want to organise a company meeting for delegates who do not know each other well: in this case, you will need a  more isolated, intimate setting to foster interaction. For an international board meeting, one of our favourite locations is a small hotel situated deep in a picturesque forest. The former hunting lodge beautifully restored into a charming hotel provides privacy and intimacy. With the Burgundy vineyards a simple drive away, there is the option for wine-based activities: an authentic 2CV rally and a private gala dinner at the historic Hospices de Beaune.

The possibilities are endless…

You may want to add a physical challenge or outdoor excursion to your event to encourage interaction and bonding – perhaps for a meeting of senior management from different countries. Possibilities include the Pic du Midi in the Pyrenees National Park, 2,676 metres above sea level. Camping under the stars, surrounded by stunning snow-capped mountain peaks:  the perfect setting for conversation and camaraderie. Team activities such as abseiling can help build mutual trust and confidence.  Sailing a yacht along the Mediterranean coastline provides for a novel way to encourage interaction and bonding. Working as a team will inspire confidence and understanding. The fresh air and rhythm of the waves will certainly push away the pressures of the office, leaving minds free for new and creative ideas.

Perhaps you need to organise a strategy-planning day. What could be more inspiring than the World War I and II battlefields of Normandy? Local historians can add flavour with anecdotes from famous generals, describing their winning battles tactics. One can expect novel and creative thoughts to surface.

Tailor-made packages

Another absolute pleasure for us is designing and producing OUTSTANDING PRIVATE EVENINGS for you. Nothing is more rewarding to us than seeing the excitement and satisfaction in your eyes as your important event unfolds.  With more than 20 years of experience as a corporate travel and event management agency, we understand the planning and organisation required to ensure all appears seamless and smooth to guests. We sustain these magic ephemeral moments by adding the unexpected touches and  surprises that will sustain memories and company stories for years to come.

Our approach to planning varies according to your needs. Some  clients have already decided on the theme and need to plan an event around it. Others the venue, and others a blank canvas. Being your French corporate travel agency, we explore themes such history and culture, food, wine, art, discuss the regions, and then carefully select possible venues and entertainment options.

Let your imagination run free! As your privileged corporate travel agency in France, we will make your projects a reality.

Unusual venues

Are you looking for the surprise factor? If so, consider dining in a wine tank or a wine cave under a prestigious estate or a champagne house. Another magical evening that we particularly enjoy organising in the Loire Valley starts with a languid, smooth river cruise onboard a traditional boat. You then disembark on a deserted wild island; some local  musicians welcome you while a wonderful cocktail beneath the stars is served. Dining under the stars at an altitude of 3,000 metres is yet another possibility …

Private & exclusive properties

You may prefer holding your events on  private properties, full of charm and a refined atmosphere. These little gems, which we came across during our inspection tours and various explorations all around France, may open their doors to you for very specific events. Envision a dinner in a prestigious castle in the Bordeaux area; or a festive night that unfolds in the  endless cellars of a champagne house. Alternatively, if you are seeking a more intimate and refined evening you may prefer a private property or renowned wine estate in Burgundy. Our travels take us all over France and we delight in making new discoveries to add to our portfolio. Thes estates reflect their history, which the owners are often happy to share to add to the experience.

Abbeys lost in the middle of nowhere

Abbeys in the middle of nowhere – lost in time and place. Their unique atmosphere provides an ambience entirely of its own. The sense of timelessness also brings grace, prestige and the promise of enduring memories. Dotted all over France, some are renowned, while others are isolated, almost secret: one will prove ideal for your event. By way of example consider the majestic Royal Abbey of Fontevraud near Saumur; or the intimate Ferté Abbey with its fascinating history; and last but not least, the charming Sainte Eusèbe abbey in the heart of Provence.

Prestigious castles

Prestigious castles and mythical historical sites are part of the fabulous heritage of France. Magic is the word that comes to mind. The list is almost endless – Loire Valley, the regions of  Bordeaux, Champagne, Dordogne or Burgundy. Each one is unique but all will enchant your guests, adding an element of importance and grandeur.

Restored country houses

You will literally fall in love with restored “bastides” or country houses; in fact, architects respectful of their pasts, have brought new life to these emblems of French culture, highlighting their original architecture and the traditional colours of Provence. Many are highly sought after, including the Bastide de Gordes in the heart of the Luberon; it is now a palace hotel with an unexpected level of luxury and high service.

Iconic & festive places

In a country as diverse as France, there are also iconic places dedicated to celebrations and parties. The dedicated resources make even the most extravagant requests possible and ensure attention to detail. They offer the highest standard of service and professionalism. The Byblos hotel in Saint Tropez is certainly one of the most emblematic venues in France.

Ever-sought-after….

Some venues are ever-sought-after for their incredible prestige and historical importance. The Versailles Palace and the Chateau Vaux le Vicomte near Paris; the chateaux of the Loire valley, particularly Chenonceau and Chambord;in Burgundy, the Clos de Vougeot Castle and the Hospices de Beaune; Chantilly Castle near Paris; the Dukes Palace in Avignon; on the French Riviera, the Kerylos Villa, the Castle of La Napoule and the Ephrussi de Rothsild Villa; in Provence, the “Quarries of light”; in Lyon, the Charity Chapel— the possibilities for prestige and elegance are endless!

Looking for a bespoke corporate travel agency in France for your business tours and corporate events? Just contact us…

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