The Paris region is an economic stage in perpetual development...

... and the ideal location to organize an event. Ranked No. 2 in the world for hosting 500 large multinational corporations, Paris is also the No. 1 international tourist destination, welcoming some 32 million tourists every year.

Situated at the heart of the continent, the French capital occupies a key geographical position, both for Europe and the world. Paris and its surrounding region are served by one of the most concentrated rail, air and road networks on the planet, making it easily accessible from anywhere in the world. With two international airports, one business airport and five TGV stations, Paris can be reached in less than three hours from most major European cities.

France's air transport network links Paris to the world's largest cities, with regular flights serving 534 cities and 131 countries www.aeroportsdeparis.fr www.airfrance.fr

Paris boasts excellent infrastructure, particularly as regards its compact but diverse transport network, which offers subway, bus, tram, taxi and now public bicycle rental services. The City of Lights is thus THE place to be for mixing business with pleasure.

All of these advantages have made Paris the global capital for exhibitions, seminars and conferences for more than 25 years. It is the top international destination for business tourism, hosting close to 2,000 events every year (1,703 in 2005).

An exceptional selection of hotels

The quality, abundance and diversity of hotels in the Paris region are unrivalled anywhere in the world. In terms of accommodation capacity, its 2,500 hotels and 154,000 rooms say it all.

From Paris’ legendary luxury hotels to the big French and international hotel chains, the choice of accommodation is one-of-a-kind and constantly evolving. Most of these hotels provide exceptional service levels that include wireless Internet service, nearby mass transit, high-quality food, room service and much more.

Professionals on any budget can stay in Paris, so competition is the name of the game in the delivery of high quality service.

You’ll find what you are looking for at one of the many hotels located near our 10 venues.

A city of culture

These numbers demonstrate why Paris is celebrated the world over for its wealth of art and culture. Visitors to Paris can explore 2,000 years of the city’s history, from Roman ruins to modern urban architecture, medieval abbeys, Gothic monuments, classical architecture, Napoleonic collections and Baron Haussmann's famous urban designs.

The city’s cultural and artistic heritage makes a deep impression on every visitor and exhibitor.

Paris is also the world capital of fashion, shopping and, of course, fine dining.

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