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<strong>Marseille</strong> <strong>Congrès</strong> Convention Bureau Press Kit 2012<br />
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WELCOME TO MARSEILLE<br />
<strong>Marseille</strong> <strong>Congrès</strong> Convention Bureau Press Kit 2012<br />
Editorial Page 3<br />
<strong>Marseille</strong> <strong>Congrès</strong> Convention Bureau Page 4<br />
• Roles and missions Page 4<br />
• Tools Page 4<br />
• The team Page 6<br />
Access Page 7<br />
• Airport Page 7<br />
• Train station Page 8<br />
• Port Page 8<br />
• Motorway Page 9<br />
<strong>Marseille</strong> datashe<strong>et</strong> Page 11<br />
Presentation of <strong>Marseille</strong> Page 14<br />
• Economy Page 14<br />
• Heritage Page 16<br />
• European Capital of Culture 2013 Page 17<br />
• Gastronomy Page 18<br />
• Sustainable <strong>de</strong>velopment Page 19<br />
7 reasons for organizing events in <strong>Marseille</strong> Page 21<br />
Hotel capacity Page 22<br />
<strong>Marseille</strong> <strong>Congrès</strong> Convention Bureau members Page 24<br />
• Me<strong>et</strong>ing facilities Page 24<br />
• Hotels Page 26<br />
• Venues Page 27<br />
• Agencies Page 31<br />
• Caterers Page 33<br />
• Recreational activity service provi<strong>de</strong>rs Page 34<br />
• Transport Page 35<br />
Press contacts Page 36<br />
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At <strong>the</strong> crossroads of <strong>the</strong> major<br />
transport arteries of Sou<strong>the</strong>rn Europe<br />
and a key interface b<strong>et</strong>ween South<br />
Europe and <strong>the</strong> Mediterranean world,<br />
<strong>Marseille</strong> has been a gateway for<br />
exchanges over <strong>the</strong> last 26 centuries,<br />
where <strong>the</strong> paths of men, cultures and<br />
civilizations have crossed. Today,<br />
<strong>Marseille</strong> is acknowledged as an un<strong>de</strong>niable, prime<br />
<strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong>tination for business and conference tourism.<br />
The city has, as such, initiated new dynamics which stem<br />
from its m<strong>et</strong>amorphosis and its renewed urban<br />
<strong>de</strong>velopment. Over <strong>the</strong> past year, <strong>Marseille</strong> has accelerated<br />
<strong>the</strong> pace of change, with <strong>the</strong> opening of <strong>the</strong> Mémorial La<br />
Marseillaise, <strong>the</strong> Maison <strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong> Cinématographies in <strong>the</strong><br />
Château <strong>de</strong> la Buzine, <strong>the</strong> Silo d’Arenc concert venue,<br />
Michel Kelemenis’ Klap Maison <strong>de</strong> la Danse, <strong>et</strong>c.<br />
These achievements, along with those of hospitality and<br />
tourism professionals, are features of <strong>the</strong> major<br />
international events that our city will host: Seatra<strong>de</strong> Med in<br />
2012, <strong>Marseille</strong>-Provence 2013 European Capital of Culture,<br />
<strong>the</strong> Euro 2016 Football Championship.<br />
A myriad of internationally-reaching events, which will<br />
greatly enhance <strong>Marseille</strong>’s attractiveness and renown, and<br />
will consequently put <strong>the</strong> spotlight on all <strong>the</strong> events that will<br />
take place in <strong>the</strong> city in <strong>the</strong> future.<br />
Since 1995, <strong>the</strong> city of <strong>Marseille</strong> has been <strong>de</strong>veloping a<br />
proactive policy for employment. This ambitious, innovative<br />
policy focuses on improving <strong>the</strong> local employment situation<br />
in <strong>the</strong> city and aims to re<strong>du</strong>ce <strong>the</strong> differences b<strong>et</strong>ween<br />
<strong>Marseille</strong>’s employment and unemployment figures and<br />
those observed at national level.<br />
The city’s third <strong>Marseille</strong> Employment Plan (2009-2014) will<br />
privilege me<strong>et</strong>ing <strong>the</strong> employment needs of <strong>the</strong> catalyst<br />
sectors of <strong>Marseille</strong>’s economy. Focus will be put on<br />
employment in line with <strong>the</strong> five structuring economic<br />
driving forces of <strong>Marseille</strong> Provence M<strong>et</strong>ropole’s economic<br />
action: <strong>the</strong> resi<strong>de</strong>ntial economy which currently covers 54%<br />
of jobs over <strong>the</strong> <strong>Marseille</strong> Provence M<strong>et</strong>ropole area,<br />
logistics and transport totalling 11%, <strong>the</strong> pro<strong>du</strong>ctive<br />
economy also 11% and <strong>the</strong> knowledge-driven economy<br />
totalling 18% of jobs.<br />
Welcome to <strong>Marseille</strong>!<br />
Jean-Clau<strong>de</strong> GAUDIN<br />
Former Minister<br />
Mayor of <strong>Marseille</strong><br />
Senator of <strong>the</strong> Bouches-<strong>du</strong>-Rhône<br />
<strong>Marseille</strong> <strong>Congrès</strong> Convention Bureau Press Kit 2012<br />
<strong>Marseille</strong> is accelerating its pace of<br />
change, <strong>the</strong> city aims to establish itself<br />
as <strong>the</strong> capital of South Europe, it offers<br />
me<strong>et</strong>ings organizers <strong>the</strong> performance<br />
of its host structures and <strong>the</strong><br />
dynamism of its local service provi<strong>de</strong>rs<br />
as well as <strong>the</strong> charm and au<strong>the</strong>nticity<br />
of a city on <strong>the</strong> Mediterranean.<br />
Tourism professionals as well as economic stakehol<strong>de</strong>rs,<br />
Euroméditerranée, <strong>the</strong> Grand Port Maritime, <strong>Marseille</strong><br />
Provence CCI, are grouped un<strong>de</strong>r a single umbrella and<br />
take our city forward toge<strong>the</strong>r.<br />
With its 10 government-endorsed comp<strong>et</strong>itiveness clusters,<br />
<strong>Marseille</strong> and its region confirm <strong>the</strong>ir status of excellence in<br />
<strong>the</strong> most innovating sectors of <strong>the</strong> economy.<br />
The various promotional measures implemented will<br />
confirm <strong>Marseille</strong> as an un<strong>de</strong>niable <strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong>tination in France, in<br />
Europe and in <strong>the</strong> world for leisure tourism, business<br />
tourism and cruises.<br />
By joining <strong>the</strong> <strong>Marseille</strong> <strong>Congrès</strong> Convention Bureau,<br />
professionals group toge<strong>the</strong>r, commit to offering quality<br />
service and pool toge<strong>the</strong>r human and financial resources to<br />
make <strong>Marseille</strong> a benchmark for <strong>the</strong> Professional Ga<strong>the</strong>ring<br />
business.<br />
Seatra<strong>de</strong> Med in 2012, <strong>the</strong> nomination of <strong>Marseille</strong><br />
Provence as European Capital of Culture in 2013, and <strong>the</strong><br />
organization of <strong>the</strong> Euro 2016 reflect all <strong>the</strong> efforts ma<strong>de</strong> by<br />
professionals and <strong>the</strong> municipality over <strong>the</strong> last 15 years in<br />
this field.<br />
The whole city of <strong>Marseille</strong> works hand-in-hand with its<br />
professionals to offer you <strong>the</strong> best possible reception:<br />
choosing <strong>Marseille</strong> for your event means choosing success.<br />
Enjoy your me<strong>et</strong>ing in <strong>Marseille</strong>!<br />
Dominique VLASTO<br />
Member of <strong>the</strong> European Parliament<br />
Deputy Mayor in charge of Conference Tourism,<br />
in charge of relations with European institutions<br />
Administrator of <strong>Marseille</strong> Provence European Capital of<br />
Culture 2013<br />
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MARSEILLE CONGRES CONVENTION BUREAU<br />
<strong>Marseille</strong> <strong>Congrès</strong> Convention Bureau, your main contact, is part of <strong>the</strong> Tourist and<br />
Conference <strong>Office</strong>:<br />
Its roles and missions:<br />
• To group toge<strong>the</strong>r business tourism professionals from <strong>Marseille</strong> and thus<br />
ensure high-quality services.<br />
• To promote <strong>Marseille</strong> to companies, events organizers and <strong>the</strong> press as a<br />
<strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong>tination for conferences, conventions, roadshows, incentives and tra<strong>de</strong> fairs.<br />
• To advise <strong>the</strong>m when organizing <strong>the</strong>ir events with suppliers, local authorities and<br />
<strong>the</strong> press.<br />
• To <strong>de</strong>velop and distribute <strong>the</strong> “Organizer’s Kit”: A gui<strong>de</strong> for me<strong>et</strong>ings and<br />
events organizers, websites, films, sales pitches.<br />
• To assess business tourism activity, which is a real catalyst for economic<br />
<strong>de</strong>velopment and job creation.<br />
• “<strong>Marseille</strong> candidate”: to convince you that <strong>Marseille</strong> is <strong>the</strong> next <strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong>tination for<br />
your corporate event!<br />
Its communication tools:<br />
• A powerful website: www.marseille-congres.com<br />
• A highly-comprehensive reference gui<strong>de</strong>: d<strong>et</strong>ailing <strong>Marseille</strong>’s facilities for<br />
me<strong>et</strong>ings, seminars and incentives (downloadable on www.marseille-congres.com)<br />
• A quarterly newsl<strong>et</strong>ter<br />
Key figures of <strong>the</strong> Professional Ga<strong>the</strong>ring Business (PGB)<br />
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In just un<strong>de</strong>r 15 years, <strong>the</strong> number of me<strong>et</strong>ing days in <strong>Marseille</strong> has more than doubled, with<br />
around 40% of all events involving <strong>the</strong> medical sector, which is consi<strong>de</strong>red to be “at <strong>the</strong><br />
cutting-edge” in our city.<br />
The <strong>Marseille</strong> <strong>Congrès</strong> Convention Bureau, which was created in 1998, works on a daily<br />
basis to attract organizers of French and European professional events and to fulfil <strong>the</strong>ir<br />
expectations.<br />
Business tourism constitutes a significant financial impact for <strong>the</strong> city with around 150 million<br />
euros of economic benefits per year, with a conference participant spending €150 per day<br />
and per person on average.<br />
Promotional campaigns are organized in France, Belgium, Great Britain, Germany, Italy and<br />
<strong>the</strong> United States.<br />
2010: 202,235 conference days<br />
2011: 229,970 conference days<br />
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(number of participants x number of conference days).<br />
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The number of conference days un<strong>de</strong>niably increased in 2011 as a result of major events<br />
(French Auditors, EPP, European Marine Systems and Technology Conference, European<br />
Soci<strong>et</strong>y of Surgeons <strong>et</strong>c).<br />
The France <strong>Congrès</strong> Association awar<strong>de</strong>d <strong>the</strong> "<strong>Congrès</strong> <strong>et</strong> Ville <strong>de</strong> l’année" (Conference and City<br />
of <strong>the</strong> Year) prize to <strong>the</strong> Association of Chartered Accountants of <strong>the</strong> City of <strong>Marseille</strong>, in <strong>the</strong><br />
"National Audience" category, for <strong>the</strong> 66th National Conference of <strong>the</strong> Association of Chartered<br />
Accountants which took place at <strong>the</strong> Palais <strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong> <strong>Congrès</strong> <strong>et</strong> <strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong> Expositions in <strong>Marseille</strong> in<br />
October 2011.<br />
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Progression in number of participants since 1996 (number of days)<br />
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THE TEAM<br />
<strong>Marseille</strong> <strong>Congrès</strong> Convention Bureau<br />
2, Rue Beauvau – 13001 <strong>Marseille</strong><br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 91 13 89 25<br />
Fax: +33 (0)4 91 33 00 47<br />
Maxime TISSOT<br />
General Manager<br />
<strong>Marseille</strong> Tourist and Conference <strong>Office</strong><br />
direction@marseille-tourisme.com<br />
Corinne CASTIGLIA- MAS<br />
Promotions Manager for Conferences,<br />
Congresses<br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 91 13 99 75<br />
ccastiglia@marseille-tourisme.com<br />
Corinne FREANI<br />
Promotions Manager for Seminars and<br />
Incentives<br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 91 13 89 02<br />
<strong>Marseille</strong> <strong>Congrès</strong> Paris <strong>Office</strong><br />
c/o CCIMP<br />
10, Avenue Georges V – 75008 Paris<br />
Tel: +33 (0)1 47 23 77 81<br />
bureauparis@marseille-tourisme.com<br />
Joëlle VIALLET<br />
Sales Promotion<br />
jviall<strong>et</strong>@marseille-tourisme.com<br />
cfreani@marseille-tourisme.com<br />
Sylvie LALI<br />
Conference Coordinator<br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 91 13 99 79<br />
slali@marseille-tourisme.com<br />
Natacha BERENGIER<br />
Conference Coordinator<br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 91 13 99 71<br />
nberengier@marseille-tourisme.com<br />
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ACCESS<br />
Thanks to its highly-<strong>de</strong>veloped infrastructures, <strong>Marseille</strong> is an internationally-accessible city:<br />
an international airport with a <strong>de</strong>dicated low-cost airlines terminal, a TGV (high-speed train)<br />
station in <strong>the</strong> heart of <strong>the</strong> city and <strong>the</strong> Euroméditerranée area and well-established<br />
motorway n<strong>et</strong>works.<br />
A state-of-<strong>the</strong>-art international airport:<br />
- 1st airport in province for freight (23,019 tons in 2011).<br />
- 3rd French regional airport for passenger traffic.<br />
- Over 8 million passengers in 2012.<br />
- 154 routes to 107 cities, with direct links to 33 countries (regular and charter<br />
flights)<br />
- 28 regular airlines<br />
- 25 daily Paris/<strong>Marseille</strong> flights (flight time: 1h20)<br />
- 22 regular national <strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong>tinations<br />
- Europe’s 1 st low-cost terminal: “mp2” <strong>de</strong>dicated to low-cost flights (thirty European<br />
<strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong>tinations from <strong>Marseille</strong> Provence Airport): www.mp2.aeroport.fr<br />
- New Air France hub since 2011<br />
<strong>Marseille</strong> Provence Airport practical information:<br />
Passenger information<br />
Tel: 33 (0)4 42 14 14 14<br />
Email: info@marseille.aeroport.fr<br />
Website: www.marseille.aeroport.fr<br />
Group Reception & Group Reception Desk / Information <strong>Office</strong> Hall 4<br />
Tel: 33 (0)4 42 14 22 36 / 25 22<br />
Reception staff<br />
Personalized reception <strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong>ks<br />
Baggage handling service<br />
Parking for coaches<br />
Air France – Group Reservation Area<br />
Tel: 33 (0)4 95 09 97 37<br />
Email: mail.groupes.3@airfrance.fr<br />
Airport / <strong>Marseille</strong> Centre Links (30 km)<br />
Coach (25 minute trip):<br />
Tick<strong>et</strong> (one way): A<strong>du</strong>lt €8, children (6 – 12) €4, 12 - 26 years old €5.60 <br />
Tel: 33 (0)4 42 14 31 27<br />
Taxi (24/7 service):<br />
Reservation: 33 (0)4 42 88 11 44 ▪ Taxi stand tel: 33 (0)4 42 14 24 44<br />
Email: taxisaeroport@tiscali.fr ▪ Website: www.taxis-aeroport.com<br />
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A fast-<strong>de</strong>veloping railway n<strong>et</strong>work:<br />
- Over 200 trains daily<br />
- 17 TGV Méditerranée Paris / <strong>Marseille</strong> daily (3 hour trip)<br />
- The Saint Charles train station has been totally renovated and is now part of <strong>the</strong><br />
multimodal hub (SNCF (French railways), m<strong>et</strong>ro, coach station, airport shuttle, <strong>et</strong>c.)<br />
- Direct access to <strong>the</strong> m<strong>et</strong>ro and bus n<strong>et</strong>works and car rental services<br />
- 11 million passengers pass through <strong>the</strong> Saint Charles train station every year<br />
Saint Charles SNCF Train Station practical information:<br />
Passenger information ▪ Website: www.sncf.fr<br />
Tel: 36 35 (€0.34 VAT inclu./min) From abroad: +33 (0)892 35 35 35<br />
Group information ▪ Website: www.sncf.fr<br />
Tel: +33 (0)810 87 94 79<br />
Travel times<br />
Paris 3h - Lyon 1h40 - Toulouse 4h<br />
Brussels 5h30 - Geneva 3h30 - Frankfurt 7h45 - Hamburg 11h21<br />
Grand Port Maritime of <strong>Marseille</strong>: 1 st port in France and <strong>the</strong><br />
Mediterranean<br />
- 3 rd oil port in <strong>the</strong> world.<br />
- 400 ports throughout <strong>the</strong> world are supplied.<br />
- 11,000 vessel port-calls (30 calls/d on average) in 2011.<br />
- 88 million tons of traffic annually in 2011 (+3% compared with 2010).<br />
- 820,000 cruise passengers in 2011 and 950,000 expected in 2012.<br />
- Ship-repair platform.<br />
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On 20 October 2011, <strong>the</strong> European Commission <strong>de</strong>ci<strong>de</strong>d to make <strong>the</strong> Port of <strong>Marseille</strong> one<br />
of <strong>the</strong> five French maritime ports consi<strong>de</strong>red as European-level strategic. It is <strong>the</strong> only one in<br />
<strong>the</strong> Mediterranean.<br />
Its exclusive geographic position in <strong>the</strong> Mediterranean and <strong>the</strong> quadrimodality from which it<br />
benefits: river, rail, road and pipeline, establishes it as a natural gateway to European<br />
mark<strong>et</strong>s.<br />
This acknowledgement of <strong>the</strong> key role that <strong>the</strong> Port of <strong>Marseille</strong> plays is an incredible lever<br />
for <strong>the</strong> whole economy of <strong>Marseille</strong> and its region. The Grand Port Maritime of <strong>Marseille</strong><br />
will benefit from financing concomitant with <strong>the</strong> challenges to come. This financing will be<br />
used for <strong>de</strong>veloping and building maritime, road and rail infrastructures which will link <strong>the</strong><br />
port with <strong>the</strong> rest of Europe and <strong>the</strong> countries of <strong>the</strong> sou<strong>the</strong>rn shores of <strong>the</strong> Mediterranean.<br />
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High-capacity marinas:<br />
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14 marinas, including <strong>the</strong> Vieux Port, <strong>the</strong> Pointe Rouge and <strong>the</strong> Frioul, cover <strong>the</strong> <strong>Marseille</strong><br />
coastline, offering 5,875 moorings.<br />
Maritime links practical information:<br />
Grand Port Maritime of <strong>Marseille</strong> information<br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 91 39 40 00<br />
Email: gpmm@marseille-port.fr ▪ Website: www.marseille-port.fr<br />
SNCM information (Société Nationale Corse Méditerranée)<br />
Traffic info: 0825 80 76 26 ▪ Tel: 32 60 (say “SNCM”) ▪ Tel: 33 (0)4 91 56 32 00<br />
Website: www.sncm.fr<br />
A <strong>de</strong>nse motorway n<strong>et</strong>work: 3 motorways linking Spain, Italy and<br />
Nor<strong>the</strong>rn Europe intersect in <strong>Marseille</strong>.<br />
- East (Aix / Lyon) <strong>Marseille</strong> – Lyon 3h<br />
- North (Fos / Lyon / Montpellier) <strong>Marseille</strong> – Montpellier 2h<br />
- Coastal (Toulon / Nice) <strong>Marseille</strong> – Toulon 45 min and <strong>Marseille</strong> – Nice 2h<br />
- Direct links b<strong>et</strong>ween <strong>the</strong> A55 Coastal and A50 East motorways in <strong>the</strong> Prado-<br />
Carénage Tunnel (toll)<br />
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MARSEILLE DATASHEET<br />
- World Water Capital since 1996 – World Water Forum in March 2012.<br />
- Hosted Seatra<strong>de</strong> Med 2012.<br />
- European Capital of Culture 2013.<br />
- Hosting Europri<strong>de</strong> in July 2013.<br />
- Hosting <strong>the</strong> Euro 2016 Football Championship.<br />
Ol<strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong>t city in France foun<strong>de</strong>d 2,600 years ago.<br />
2 nd largest populated city in France: 850,602 inhabitants (INSEE 2009 figures)<br />
1 st- ranking French Community of Municipalities <strong>Marseille</strong> Provence Métropole<br />
umbrellas 18 municipalities representing 1,200,000 inhabitants.<br />
1 st university in France (in numbers).<br />
1 st telecommunications hub in South Europe.<br />
2 nd French scientific research cluster.<br />
2 nd region for start-ups after Ile <strong>de</strong> France.<br />
2 nd French region for foreign companies s<strong>et</strong>ting up (700 in total).<br />
Surface area: 240 km2 including 100 km2 of natural spaces.<br />
Coastline: 57 kilom<strong>et</strong>res including 20 kilom<strong>et</strong>res of Calanques.<br />
Climate: 300 days of sunshine per year.<br />
Average temperatures: Spring 19°c / Summer 25°c / Autumn 14°c / Winter 12°c.<br />
Twinned with 13 cities in <strong>the</strong> world: www.marseille.fr<br />
1 st French consular city with 77 countries represented.<br />
Location of around twenty international organizations <strong>de</strong>dicated to <strong>the</strong> Mediterranean<br />
(UNIDO, UCLG, IOM, BFCE, <strong>the</strong> World Bank, <strong>et</strong>c.)<br />
10 comp<strong>et</strong>itiveness clusters including 2 world-level ones:<br />
• PACA Marine Comp<strong>et</strong>itivity Centre (world-scale comp<strong>et</strong>itiveness cluster –<br />
9,500 jobs www.polemerpaca.com<br />
• World SCS Centre (Secure Communicating Solutions) – 12,000 jobs www.polescs.org<br />
• Capénergie (non-greenhouse-gas generating energies) – 6,500 jobs<br />
www.capenergie.fr<br />
• PEGASE Solutions for aeronautics and space – www.pole-pegase.com<br />
• Eurobiomed (Life Sciences and Technologies) – 4,000 jobs www.eurobiomed.org<br />
• Peifl – 2,500 jobs www.peifl.org<br />
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• Risk management – 12,000 jobs www.pole-risques.com.<br />
• PASS (Aromas, Fragrances, Flavours cluster) – 5,000 jobs www.pole-pass.fr<br />
• Optitec, Optics Photonics – 9,000 jobs www.popsud.org<br />
• Trimatec – www.pole-trimatec.fr<br />
Highly-efficient public transport:<br />
- 2 m<strong>et</strong>ro lines<br />
- 85 bus lines<br />
- A tramway<br />
- 1,000 self-service bikes and 130 stations<br />
- Conference pass tick<strong>et</strong>: especially for conference participants, associations,<br />
companies - <strong>the</strong> RTM (<strong>Marseille</strong> Transport Authority) proposes adapted public<br />
transport tick<strong>et</strong>s that are valid for one, three or seven days. Tick<strong>et</strong>s, which can be<br />
bran<strong>de</strong>d in conference colours, are to be or<strong>de</strong>red from <strong>the</strong> RTM.<br />
Press contact:<br />
Agnès TARON<br />
a.taron@rtm.fr - Tel: +33 (0)4 91 10 54 52<br />
Website: http://www.rtm.fr/nous-connaitre/espace-presse<br />
- MP2013 Transport Pass: a single public transport pass that offers access to <strong>the</strong><br />
entire European Capital of Culture area public transport n<strong>et</strong>work. This transport<br />
pass will be on sale from <strong>the</strong> beginning of January 2013. Transport n<strong>et</strong>works inclu<strong>de</strong><br />
interurban coaches, buses, m<strong>et</strong>ro and <strong>the</strong> tramway.<br />
2013 Transport Pass (without airport shuttle):<br />
24h indivi<strong>du</strong>al fare: €13<br />
48h indivi<strong>du</strong>al fare: €21<br />
72h indivi<strong>du</strong>al fare: €31<br />
Transport Pass + 1 airport shuttle roundtrip:<br />
48h indivi<strong>du</strong>al fare: €30<br />
72h indivi<strong>du</strong>al fare: €38<br />
- <strong>Marseille</strong> City Pass: “All-inclusive” touristic<br />
and cultural passport. It is valid for 24 or 48 hours<br />
from <strong>the</strong> moment it is initially validated and costs<br />
€22 or €29. It offers free access to public<br />
transport (buses, m<strong>et</strong>ro, tramway), to <strong>Marseille</strong>’s<br />
public and private museums, to gui<strong>de</strong>d tours, to<br />
<strong>the</strong> mini tourist trains, to <strong>the</strong> boat for <strong>the</strong> Château<br />
d’If and <strong>the</strong> visit of <strong>the</strong> Château d’If, to re<strong>du</strong>ctions<br />
and taste experiences in a vari<strong>et</strong>y of shops …<br />
The City Pass can also be customized to b<strong>et</strong>ter adapt to your event.<br />
Private transport:<br />
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- Taxis: 1,100 taxis in <strong>Marseille</strong>, spread over several radios and in<strong>de</strong>pen<strong>de</strong>nt drivers.<br />
- Tourism taxis: The Tourism and Conference <strong>Office</strong> has <strong>de</strong>veloped a quality label for<br />
<strong>the</strong> profession based on <strong>the</strong> quality of <strong>the</strong> vehicle and <strong>the</strong> quality of <strong>the</strong> driver’s<br />
hospitality: gui<strong>de</strong>d audio tours in FR, GB, IT.<br />
- Private transport: <strong>Marseille</strong> and its area host 20 private companies, with a fle<strong>et</strong> of 150<br />
latest-generation coaches seating b<strong>et</strong>ween 25 and 70.<br />
15 car parks in <strong>the</strong> heart of <strong>the</strong> city with a capacity of 9,079 spaces<br />
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Drawing on unprece<strong>de</strong>nted economic revival, boosted by <strong>the</strong> arrival of a myriad of<br />
businesses, <strong>the</strong> city is experiencing high growth in tourism: over 4.1 million tourists in<br />
2011.<br />
In 2010, <strong>the</strong> number of jobs directly related to tourism in <strong>Marseille</strong> was estimated at 12,000.<br />
In 2011, this figure rose to 18,000. i.e. around 6% of total employment. (Source:<br />
Infos<strong>Tourisme</strong> No.8 Nov/Dec 2011)<br />
According to Pôle Emploi (Job Centre), tourism is <strong>the</strong> No.1 regional recruiter and <strong>the</strong> hotel<br />
and catering sector represents 20% of all offers of employment in <strong>the</strong> region out of a total of<br />
156,430 recruitment projects for all sectors. (Source: Infos<strong>Tourisme</strong> No.8 Nov/Dec 2011)<br />
Jobs in tourism in <strong>Marseille</strong> are not seasonal activities unlike <strong>the</strong> jobs proposed in <strong>the</strong><br />
region’s seasi<strong>de</strong> and ski resorts where <strong>the</strong> percentage of jobs in tourism is higher than that<br />
of <strong>Marseille</strong>: around 80% versus 6%, but mainly comprising insecure jobs.<br />
Tourism in <strong>Marseille</strong> represents over 700 million euros of economic<br />
benefits.<br />
Today, <strong>Marseille</strong> has 116 hotels, i.e. 6,913 rooms including:<br />
• 2 five-star, 15 four-star and 23 three-star.<br />
• By 2013 <strong>the</strong> city will have 7,400 rooms.<br />
• A hundred guesthouses compl<strong>et</strong>e this offer.<br />
EUROMEDITERRANEE<br />
Born out of a State and local authority initiative in 1995, Euroméditerranée is a commercial<br />
planning and <strong>de</strong>velopment programme that aims to establish <strong>Marseille</strong> on a par with major<br />
European cities. As an economic, social and cultural <strong>de</strong>velopment booster,<br />
Euroméditerranée is a catalyst, enhancing <strong>the</strong> attractiveness and influence of <strong>Marseille</strong>. It has<br />
been endorsed as an Operation of National Interest. With its 480 hectares,<br />
Euroméditerranée is consi<strong>de</strong>red as <strong>the</strong> largest Urban Renewal Operation in<br />
Europe.<br />
Euroméditerranée is <strong>de</strong>veloping a new “city on <strong>the</strong> city”, in line with <strong>the</strong> major principles of<br />
sustainable <strong>de</strong>velopment: ensuring harmony b<strong>et</strong>ween social equity, economic growth<br />
and environmental friendliness.<br />
Infrastructures, public spaces, but also offices, housing, shops, hotels, cultural and<br />
recreational facilities are currently being built or renovated by <strong>the</strong> world’s most famous<br />
architects: Rudy RICCIOTTI, Zaha HADID, Jean NOUVEL...<br />
Euroméditerranée is:<br />
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- The largest tertiary sector business district in South Europe.<br />
- No.1 media hub in Europe<br />
- The largest train station in <strong>the</strong> south of France<br />
- Surface area: 480 hectares b<strong>et</strong>ween <strong>the</strong> commercial port, <strong>the</strong> Vieux-Port and <strong>the</strong><br />
TGV train station.<br />
- Jobs: + 35,000<br />
- Inhabitants: + 40,000<br />
- Investment: 7 billion euros including 1.4 billion public and 5.1 billion private<br />
Press contact:<br />
Anthony ABIHSSIRA<br />
anthony.abihssira@euromediterranee.fr - Tel: +33 (0)4 91 14 45 37<br />
Website: http://www.euromediterranee.fr<br />
A few key examples of projects:<br />
Renovation of <strong>the</strong> Rue <strong>de</strong> la République, <strong>Marseille</strong> TGV train station, <strong>the</strong> Belle <strong>de</strong> Mai media<br />
centre, <strong>the</strong> Joli<strong>et</strong>te business district, tramway, MuCEM (Museum of European and<br />
Mediterranean civilizations), Silo d’Arenc (entertainment venue), <strong>et</strong>c.<br />
As well as housing, hotels, day-nurseries, schools and company headquarters.<br />
And, not forg<strong>et</strong>ting <strong>the</strong> CMA CGM Tower, headquarters of <strong>the</strong> international group of<br />
<strong>the</strong> same name, <strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong>igned by <strong>the</strong> Anglo-Iraqi architect Zaha HADID. The tower, which was<br />
inaugurated in 2010, proudly exhibits its 147 m<strong>et</strong>re height, a symbol of city revival. A related<br />
website offers <strong>the</strong> opportunity to discover <strong>the</strong> images of <strong>the</strong> major phases of its<br />
construction.<br />
Press contact:<br />
Claire DEFENDINI<br />
ho.c<strong>de</strong>fendini@cmacgm.com - Tel: +33 (0)4 88 91 66 14<br />
Website: www.tourcmacgm.com<br />
And <strong>the</strong> H99 resi<strong>de</strong>ntial tower<br />
Covering 94,000 square m<strong>et</strong>res and led by <strong>the</strong> Constructa Group, <strong>the</strong> Quais d'Arenc, <strong>the</strong><br />
most extensive private building project in France, prolongs <strong>the</strong> new skyline of <strong>the</strong> city with<br />
its three high-rise buildings and a horizontal building, <strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong>igned by four world-renowned<br />
architects: Jean Nouvel, Yves Lion, Roland Carta and Jean-Baptiste Pi<strong>et</strong>ri.<br />
With H99, Jean-Baptiste Pi<strong>et</strong>ri has <strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong>igned <strong>the</strong> first resi<strong>de</strong>ntial tower to be built in France<br />
since <strong>the</strong> 1970s, <strong>the</strong> only high-rise resi<strong>de</strong>ntial building of this project, imagined for its future<br />
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resi<strong>de</strong>nts, it offers an innovative vertical living style and is equipped with exclusive services<br />
and facilities. The 149 apartments are currently being sold and should be <strong>de</strong>livered in 2015.<br />
Press contact:<br />
Constructa – Communications Department<br />
Tel: 04 91 17 21 08<br />
Website: www.h99.fr<br />
Heritage<br />
City of art and culture, <strong>Marseille</strong> has a treasure chest of won<strong>de</strong>rs to share. With its 26<br />
centuries of existence, it offers a unique blend of tradition and mo<strong>de</strong>rnity.<br />
The city is a genuine timeline that invites <strong>the</strong> visitor to journey from its Greek and Roman<br />
origins, through its medieval religious foundations, up to <strong>the</strong> present day and its major 21 st<br />
century architectural achievements. <strong>Marseille</strong>’s myriad of monuments, scenic spots and<br />
museums are scattered throughout its 111 districts and 16 arrondissements.<br />
A brief outline tour of <strong>the</strong> city<br />
The Vieux-Port: in 600 BC, <strong>the</strong> Greeks, who had arrived from Phocaea in Asia Minor,<br />
lan<strong>de</strong>d in <strong>the</strong> Lacydon Calanque. Throughout Antiquity and <strong>the</strong> Middle Ages, <strong>the</strong> city only<br />
<strong>de</strong>veloped around <strong>the</strong> north bank of <strong>the</strong> port. In 1666, un<strong>de</strong>r <strong>the</strong> or<strong>de</strong>rs and influence of<br />
Louis XIV, <strong>the</strong> city began to grow towards <strong>the</strong> south.<br />
Semi-pe<strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong>trianization of <strong>the</strong> Vieux-Port: <strong>Marseille</strong> revamps its city centre<br />
Norman FOSTER, <strong>the</strong> British architect and Michel DESVIGNE, <strong>the</strong> French landscape<br />
architect were chosen in December 2010 to re<strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong>ign <strong>the</strong> city centre, including semipe<strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong>trianizing<br />
<strong>the</strong> Vieux Port. <strong>Marseille</strong> is extremely proud to work with an international<br />
Star of architecture, who has won over 300 prizes, including <strong>the</strong> Priztker Prize in 1999.<br />
Today, <strong>the</strong> Quai <strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong> Belges comprises nine lanes separated by a central reserve. In 2013,<br />
only four will remain – two for cars and two for buses. Then <strong>the</strong> area will be fully<br />
pe<strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong>trianized. It will be intentionally mineralized to remain faithful to <strong>the</strong> urban and port<br />
history of <strong>the</strong> district and pe<strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong>trians will stroll along granite-paved walkways. The aim is to<br />
re<strong>du</strong>ce transiting vehicle traffic around <strong>the</strong> Vieux Port whilst maintaining accessibility to car<br />
parks and encouraging <strong>the</strong> public transport reflex. Reorganizing traffic circulation is one of<br />
<strong>the</strong> major challenges of this project.<br />
www.marseille.fr<br />
Notre-Dame <strong>de</strong> la Gar<strong>de</strong>: standing at 154 m<strong>et</strong>res, <strong>the</strong> Gar<strong>de</strong> Hill is <strong>the</strong> highest point of<br />
<strong>Marseille</strong>. The basilica, whose Virgin-with-Child protects <strong>the</strong> city and its inhabitants, was built<br />
b<strong>et</strong>ween 1853 and 1864, date of its consecration. To visit <strong>the</strong> basilica: appropriate dress<br />
required.<br />
The Canebière: <strong>Marseille</strong>’s emblematic thoroughfare, its name <strong>de</strong>rives from <strong>the</strong> word<br />
“canebe” or “chanvre” (hemp in English) which was used by <strong>the</strong> rope-makers established<br />
here in <strong>the</strong> Middle Ages. In <strong>the</strong> 19 th century majestic Haussmannian buildings were erected<br />
here.<br />
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Vieille Major and Nouvelle Major ca<strong>the</strong>drals: Both are located in <strong>the</strong> Vieux Panier<br />
district and both are listed as historic monuments. The first dates back to <strong>the</strong> 5 th century.<br />
The second, built un<strong>de</strong>r Napoleon 1 st , was <strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong>igned in Roman-Byzantine style.<br />
The Palais Longchamp: an o<strong>de</strong> to <strong>the</strong> glory of water, this monumental palace-reservoir<br />
is closely linked to <strong>the</strong> construction of <strong>the</strong> Durance Canal. It is <strong>de</strong>emed one of <strong>the</strong> most<br />
exquisite achievements of Second Empire architecture in <strong>Marseille</strong>.<br />
The Frioul Islands and <strong>the</strong> Château d’If: a limestone silhou<strong>et</strong>te off <strong>the</strong> coast of<br />
<strong>Marseille</strong>, <strong>the</strong> Frioul archipelago’s four islands tilt <strong>the</strong>ir profiles towards <strong>the</strong> coast: Pomègues,<br />
Ratonneau, If and Tiboulen. The Château d’If, ma<strong>de</strong> famous by Alexandre Dumas who<br />
<strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong>ignated it as <strong>the</strong> prison for his hero <strong>the</strong> Count of Monte Cristo, is an ancient fortress<br />
built un<strong>de</strong>r François 1 st to <strong>de</strong>fend <strong>the</strong> city.<br />
The Palais <strong>du</strong> Pharo: <strong>the</strong> mythical palace of Napoleon III, who wished for a “house on<br />
<strong>the</strong> water’s edge”, <strong>the</strong> Pharo is one of <strong>Marseille</strong>’s iconic sites. Overlooking <strong>the</strong> sea,<br />
embraced by magnificent gar<strong>de</strong>ns, <strong>the</strong> Pharo is a great place for walks and is also an<br />
international conference centre.<br />
Château and Parc Borély: Former property of <strong>the</strong> Borély family, it was built in 1766.<br />
The City of <strong>Marseille</strong> purchased part of <strong>the</strong> domain in <strong>the</strong> middle of <strong>the</strong> 19 th century. The<br />
17-hectare park comprising a lake, French gar<strong>de</strong>ns, a rose gar<strong>de</strong>n, a botanical gar<strong>de</strong>n, sha<strong>de</strong>d<br />
lawns and cycle paths is a favourite spot for many local people. The castle is currently being<br />
renovated and will house <strong>the</strong> Musée <strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong> Arts Décoratifs <strong>et</strong> <strong>de</strong> la Mo<strong>de</strong> (Decorative Art and<br />
Fashion Museum) in 2013.<br />
European Capital of Culture 2013<br />
<strong>Marseille</strong>-Provence has been chosen as European Capital of Culture 2013. Throughout 2013,<br />
hundreds of cultural and artistic events will be held across <strong>the</strong> region from Arles to La<br />
Ciotat and also taking in Salon-<strong>de</strong>-Provence, Istres, Aix-en-Provence, Gardanne, Martigues,<br />
Aubagne… and, of course <strong>Marseille</strong>.<br />
A myriad of forms of artistic expression will light up this important year: contemporary<br />
dance, music, visual arts, <strong>the</strong>atre, exhibitions, stre<strong>et</strong> art, literature, digital art, cookery,<br />
cinema… <strong>the</strong> public will be invited to join in this Capital Year in museums, <strong>the</strong>atres,<br />
outdoors, in <strong>the</strong> city, in <strong>the</strong> towns and in natural surroundings. <strong>Marseille</strong>-Provence 2013 will<br />
be a celebration of an age-old y<strong>et</strong> highly-contemporary dialogue harmonizing <strong>the</strong> cultures of<br />
Europe and <strong>the</strong> Mediterranean.<br />
This Capital Year will be marked by three “temporadas”, punctuated with highlights where<br />
new cultural facilities will be inaugurated, major exhibitions will be opened and popular,<br />
festive ga<strong>the</strong>rings will take place.<br />
TransHumance, <strong>the</strong> GR2013, Cadavres Exquis, This is (not) Music, <strong>the</strong> Grand Atelier <strong>du</strong><br />
Midi, Campus 2013 and much more: exclusive, one-of-a-kind events that can be discovered<br />
on our website.<br />
<strong>Marseille</strong>-Provence 2013 will reveal young talents from Europe and <strong>the</strong> Mediterranean and<br />
will pay tribute to great artists inspired by this region: VAN GOGH, DUFY, PICASSO,<br />
CESAR, LE CORBUSIER.<br />
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The Capital is g<strong>et</strong>ting ready, hand-in-hand with cultural, economic and social stakehol<strong>de</strong>rs,<br />
who are involved in unprece<strong>de</strong>nted programmes, such as <strong>the</strong> Ateliers <strong>de</strong> l’EuroMéditerranée<br />
(workshops): a vast platform for creating in companies, public institutions, associations and<br />
hospitals, offering artists from Provence, Europe and <strong>the</strong> Mediterranean <strong>the</strong> opportunity to<br />
become involved in aspects that are often far removed from cultural creation. Dozens of<br />
artists are already at work in <strong>the</strong> “Ateliers”, an occasion for unexpected encounters that<br />
lead to unique experiences.<br />
In 2012, <strong>the</strong> inhabitants of <strong>the</strong> region will be directly invited to join in preparations for <strong>the</strong><br />
Capital Year: <strong>the</strong>ir intimate knowledge of <strong>the</strong> area will be mobilized through photos, texts<br />
and audio recordings, which will be extensively collected with <strong>the</strong> help of <strong>the</strong> media and<br />
partner institutions, to bear witness to <strong>the</strong> lifestyles and <strong>the</strong> important living heritages of <strong>the</strong><br />
Capital.<br />
2013 will leave a lasting impact throughout <strong>the</strong> area, with <strong>the</strong> inauguration of new cultural<br />
facilities that will transform <strong>the</strong> urban landscape forever: museums, concert venues,<br />
exhibition spaces, artists’ workshops, urban brownlands… contemporary, Provencal and<br />
international architects have committed <strong>the</strong>mselves to creating <strong>the</strong>se new bastions of<br />
creation in <strong>Marseille</strong>, Arles, Aix, La Ciotat and Aubagne.<br />
Press contact:<br />
Lylia ABBES<br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 91 13 77 43 - lylia.abbes@marseille-provence2013.fr <br />
Website: www.mp2013.fr<br />
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Gastronomy<br />
A friendly, warmhearted atmosphere accompanies everyday meals, where olive oil and garlic<br />
are <strong>the</strong> <strong>et</strong>ernal partners of <strong>the</strong> most typical dishes. Gateway to <strong>the</strong> Mediterranean, <strong>Marseille</strong><br />
has always explored gastronomy from o<strong>the</strong>r lands and has incorporated certain of <strong>the</strong>se<br />
preparations into its own local specialities. And <strong>the</strong> result? Spicy dishes with hints of<br />
sunshine, as well as fish, shellfish and o<strong>the</strong>r seafood pro<strong>du</strong>cts that <strong>de</strong>liciously bring out <strong>the</strong><br />
best…<br />
A few suggestions to wh<strong>et</strong> <strong>the</strong> app<strong>et</strong>ite:<br />
<strong>the</strong> famous bouillabaisse, pasta with pistou, seafood platters, rice with favouilles (little grey<br />
crabs), alou<strong>et</strong>tes “sans tête” (stuffed beef or veal rolls), Provencal daube, pieds <strong>et</strong> parqu<strong>et</strong>s<br />
(sheep’s offal), aioli (garlic mayonnaise), tapena<strong>de</strong> (with olives), anchoïa<strong>de</strong> (anchovy-type<br />
paste), stuffed veg<strong>et</strong>ables, stuffed squid, panisses (chick-pea fritters), chichi freggi (sugared<br />
fritters), rockfish soup and, of course, grilled sea bass, sea bream and sargo served with<br />
rouille sauce.<br />
Restaurants<br />
<strong>Marseille</strong> is home to a great many restaurants that offer cuisine ranging from traditional to<br />
“world food”, to oriental and to Mediterranean, with its strong Italian influences and, of<br />
course, not forg<strong>et</strong>ting <strong>the</strong> fish specialities. Emphasis is also put on <strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong>ign and restaurants<br />
tend to adhere to <strong>the</strong> “city” trend, characterized by a highly-contemporary style.<br />
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The Gourméditerranée Association was created in January 2012 by <strong>Marseille</strong>’s chefs,<br />
restaurant owners and <strong>the</strong> Tables <strong>de</strong> Provence to “promote <strong>Marseille</strong>’s and Provence’s<br />
savoir-faire and gastronomy”.<br />
40 chefs from <strong>Marseille</strong> and <strong>the</strong> surrounding area, hea<strong>de</strong>d by Gérald Passedat, Lionel Lévy<br />
and Guillaume Sourrieu (Chairman, Vice-Chairman and Treasurer) got toge<strong>the</strong>r, some<br />
mediatized and starred, o<strong>the</strong>rs less well-known, but all with a great passion for “Ma<strong>de</strong> in<br />
<strong>Marseille</strong>” cuisine and with <strong>the</strong> same i<strong>de</strong>a: to promote <strong>the</strong> area through <strong>the</strong> love of <strong>the</strong><br />
culture, pro<strong>du</strong>cts and gastronomy of <strong>the</strong> region.<br />
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Gourméditerranée/<br />
<strong>Marseille</strong> un<strong>de</strong>r a starry sky…<br />
Gérald PASSEDAT, <strong>the</strong> chef from <strong>the</strong> P<strong>et</strong>it Nice Passédat was awar<strong>de</strong>d 3 stars in 2008<br />
from <strong>the</strong> famous Michelin Gui<strong>de</strong>. He is now part of <strong>the</strong> very exclusive circle of 26 French<br />
three-star chefs and is <strong>the</strong> only one from <strong>the</strong> South-East of France. The PASSEDAT family<br />
has reigned over its rock for 3 generations since 1917 when <strong>the</strong> P<strong>et</strong>it Nice restaurant was<br />
only a guingu<strong>et</strong>te (open-air café) on <strong>the</strong> coast road! www.passedat.fr <br />
L’Epuis<strong>et</strong>te (1 Michelin star) www.l-epuis<strong>et</strong>te.com<br />
Located at <strong>the</strong> heart of <strong>the</strong> Vallon <strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong> Auffes, un<strong>de</strong>r <strong>the</strong> coast road, L'Epuis<strong>et</strong>te offers an<br />
incredible panorama over <strong>the</strong> sea with <strong>the</strong> Frioul islands lined up against <strong>the</strong> horizon.<br />
Guillaume SOURRIEU’s cuisine is <strong>de</strong>dicated to Provence and <strong>the</strong> Mediterranean.<br />
Une Table au sud (1 Michelin star) www.un<strong>et</strong>ableausud.com<br />
Highly-inventive cuisine with a strong Mediterranean accent where citrus fruit and olive oil<br />
are used as much as possible. And y<strong>et</strong> <strong>the</strong> chef, Lionel LEVY, comes from <strong>the</strong> South-West of<br />
France!<br />
The Tourism and Conference <strong>Office</strong> proposes “a bouillabaisse class” in partnership with <strong>the</strong><br />
Miramar Restaurant, where chef Christian BUFFA reveals his secr<strong>et</strong>s on how to cook THE<br />
<strong>Marseille</strong> speciality. www.resamarseille.com, www.bouillabaisse.com<br />
Water management<br />
Sustainable <strong>de</strong>velopment<br />
For many years now, <strong>the</strong> city of <strong>Marseille</strong> has been applying an ambitious, forward-thinking<br />
policy for sustainable water management. <strong>Marseille</strong>’s water is, as such, consi<strong>de</strong>red to be “<strong>the</strong><br />
best water in France”. Since 1996, <strong>Marseille</strong> has been home to <strong>the</strong> headquarters of <strong>the</strong><br />
World Water Council and was chosen to organize <strong>the</strong> World Water Forum in March 2012,<br />
which brought toge<strong>the</strong>r 35,000 participants and saw 173 countries represented.<br />
The Harbour Management Plan was initiated in 2006 to enhance and preserve <strong>Marseille</strong>’s<br />
harbour water and comprises various projects:<br />
• The 800 marine-hectare Frioul Islands Maritime Park is listed Natura 2000.<br />
• Planting artificial reefs.<br />
• Intro<strong>du</strong>cing eco-anchoring and <strong>the</strong> maritime buoyage plan. www.marseille.fr<br />
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Opened in April 2012, <strong>the</strong> Calanques National Park is <strong>the</strong> largest land, maritime and periurban<br />
national park in Europe and <strong>the</strong> 3 rd largest in <strong>the</strong> world. This classification means that<br />
<strong>the</strong> 5,000 hectares of massif will benefit from even greater protection. www.gipcalanques.fr<br />
Transport<br />
• Bikes – <strong>the</strong> tramway<br />
Over 1,000 self-service bikes spread over 130 stations since 2007. The exceptional climate<br />
means that <strong>Marseille</strong> locals and tourists can ri<strong>de</strong> at anytime throughout <strong>the</strong> city and, as such,<br />
help protect <strong>the</strong> environment. www.levelo-mpm.fr<br />
• Solis – solar boat<br />
This boat was created in 2008 and is powered by electric engines, batteries and photovoltaic<br />
panels. www.visite-bateau-calanques-marseille-cassis.fr<br />
• Electro-solar ferryboat<br />
A brand new and eco-friendlier boat! César’s little bro<strong>the</strong>r has been pacing up and down <strong>the</strong><br />
Vieux Port since 1 st February 2010. www.marseille.fr<br />
• Electric scooters<br />
A new service has been proposed to tourists since summer 2010 – to rent e-scooters that<br />
are 100% eco-friendly. www.wattmobile.fr<br />
• Green Calanques<br />
The latest edition to <strong>the</strong> <strong>Marseille</strong>-Calanques cruise fle<strong>et</strong> was intro<strong>du</strong>ced in July 2010 and<br />
offers <strong>the</strong> opportunity to visit <strong>the</strong> calanques in an eco-friendly, noise-free, pollution-free way.<br />
www.croisieres-marseille-calanques.com <br />
• Hélios<br />
Hélios is <strong>the</strong> 1 st hybrid diesel-electric power boat. One-of-a-kind in maritime passenger<br />
transport, it can be powered using various cruising mo<strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong>. Electric cruising with batteries in<br />
<strong>the</strong> port of <strong>Marseille</strong> and through <strong>the</strong> National Calanques Park totally eliminates noise and<br />
olfactory pollution as well as vibrations.<br />
http://www.visite-<strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong>-calanques.com/ <br />
• Beaches<br />
Over <strong>the</strong> summer, more than 500 bathing water samples are taken for bacteriological<br />
analyses. Awareness campaigns, including <strong>the</strong> “Blue Patrol” campaign, are carried out with<br />
ba<strong>the</strong>rs and boaters to promote eco-citizen behaviour and eco-friendliness. www.marseille.fr <br />
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7 REASONS FOR ORGANIZING EVENTS IN MARSEILLE<br />
A booming, dynamic city<br />
<strong>Marseille</strong> is stepping up <strong>the</strong> pace! <strong>Marseille</strong> Provence on <strong>the</strong><br />
Move.<br />
660 million euros invested in 4 years: urban planning, transport,<br />
culture, tourism, conferences, <strong>the</strong> general economy… all sectors<br />
are involved.<br />
An optimally-connected city!<br />
By plane: 107 <strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong>tinations to 33 countries, 25 shuttle flights daily<br />
to Paris. Europe’s 1 st low-cost terminal, 1 st Air France base in<br />
Province in 2011. By train: over 200 trains daily including 17 TGV<br />
for Paris<br />
<strong>Marseille</strong>-Provence 2013<br />
2013, a year for celebrations! Organize your corporate events at<br />
<strong>the</strong> heart of a city that offers over 400 events throughout <strong>the</strong><br />
year.<br />
Welcoming you: that’s our priority!<br />
60 million euros invested in renovating our conference and tra<strong>de</strong><br />
fair facilities, a new 3,200-seater conference hall at <strong>Marseille</strong>’s<br />
Palais <strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong> <strong>Congrès</strong> <strong>et</strong> <strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong> Expositions, a 1,000-seater restaurant<br />
facility at <strong>the</strong> Palais <strong>du</strong> Pharo.<br />
Top class hotels!<br />
6,913 rooms in 2012, 150 5* rooms, 1,583 4* rooms and 1,502<br />
3* rooms. 425 additional rooms un<strong>de</strong>r construction in 2013.<br />
Check out <strong>the</strong> programme!<br />
2,600 years of history and an exceptional heritage. Islands,<br />
basti<strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong>, urban brownlands, historic sites, sports facilities, <strong>the</strong><br />
Calanques National Park, <strong>the</strong> sea: <strong>the</strong> choice is yours, with 300<br />
days of sunshine per year guaranteed<br />
Satisfied customers<br />
G7 Finances, International Optical Systems Design, European<br />
Buiatrics Forum, World Water Forum, Seatra<strong>de</strong> Med,<br />
Géomètres Experts, European Space Agency.<br />
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HOTEL CAPACITY<br />
Hotel Facilities in 2012: City of <strong>Marseille</strong><br />
Category Number of hotels Number of rooms<br />
5***** 2 150<br />
4**** 15 1,583<br />
3*** 23 1,502<br />
2**<br />
1* and unclassified<br />
31 1,196<br />
Tourism and starless 33<br />
1,297<br />
Holiday resi<strong>de</strong>nces<br />
Aparthotels<br />
12 1,185<br />
Total<br />
<br />
116 6,913<br />
Next openings b<strong>et</strong>ween now and 2013<br />
Category Number of<br />
rooms<br />
Opening date<br />
Intercontinental 5***** 194 2013<br />
Toyoko Inn 2** 231 2013<br />
Total 425<br />
i.e. a total of 7,400 rooms b<strong>et</strong>ween now and 2013<br />
New in 2012: Mama Shelter<br />
Mama Shelter <strong>Marseille</strong> is perfectly located, in <strong>the</strong> heart of <strong>the</strong> city, next to <strong>the</strong> Cours Julien<br />
district, <strong>the</strong> epicentre of urban art filled with concert venues, young creators and sunny café<br />
terraces.<br />
- 127 rooms<br />
- Apple iMac 27’ cabled (TNT TV,<br />
Intern<strong>et</strong>, DVD, Radio) in every room.<br />
- A French Restaurant and a Private<br />
Terrace<br />
- A Gigantic Bar with a Selection of<br />
Cocktails<br />
- Live Concerts, Entertainment, DJ every<br />
Thursday, Friday and Saturday<br />
- A studio/workshop for: 50 persons<br />
- Mama Beach 40 <strong>de</strong>ckchairs (to be<br />
reserved)<br />
- Business Centre<br />
- 54-space car park<br />
Press contact:<br />
Emmanuelle GILLARDO – 14 Septembre Agency<br />
emmanuellegillardo@14septembre.fr - +33 (0)1 55 28 38 28<br />
Coming in 2013: InterContinental <strong>Marseille</strong> - Hotel Dieu<br />
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The luxurious InterContinental <strong>Marseille</strong> - Hotel Dieu, 5* hotel with 194<br />
rooms will open its doors in April 2013.<br />
Perched on <strong>the</strong> piedmont of <strong>the</strong> Panier Hill, <strong>the</strong> ol<strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong>t district of <strong>Marseille</strong> and of France, <strong>the</strong><br />
InterContinental <strong>Marseille</strong> – Hotel Dieu is located right next to <strong>the</strong> Vieux Port, <strong>the</strong> cultural<br />
and historic centre and <strong>the</strong> “place to be” of France’s second largest city.<br />
Established in <strong>the</strong> former Hotel Dieu, an exquisite 12 th century building exten<strong>de</strong>d in <strong>the</strong> 18 th<br />
century and listed on <strong>the</strong> Supplementary Historic Monuments Register (ISMH). Wi<strong>de</strong>ly open<br />
unto <strong>the</strong> city, its monumental stairways, its vaulted passageways and its gar<strong>de</strong>ns and terraces<br />
majestically overlook <strong>the</strong> city of <strong>Marseille</strong>, offering an exceptional vista over <strong>the</strong> Vieux Port<br />
and <strong>the</strong> emblematic Notre-Dame <strong>de</strong> la Gar<strong>de</strong> basilica.<br />
Upon opening, <strong>the</strong> largest of <strong>the</strong> city’s 5* hotels, <strong>the</strong> InterContinental <strong>Marseille</strong> - Hotel Dieu<br />
will propose:<br />
• 194 rooms and suites, including: 172 rooms (72 with a view over <strong>the</strong> Vieux Port and<br />
33 with private terraces) and 22 suites: 15 Junior Suites and 7 Grand Suites with<br />
incredible ceiling height (5-m<strong>et</strong>re high windows) and exceptional views over <strong>the</strong><br />
Vieux Port and <strong>the</strong> Notre-Dame <strong>de</strong> la Gar<strong>de</strong> basilica, as well as a Presi<strong>de</strong>ntial Suite<br />
with a private 80 m2 terrace.<br />
• 1,750 m2 outdoor terrace offering a panoramic vista over <strong>the</strong> city that can sit 160<br />
diners<br />
• 2 restaurants, an 80-seater brasserie, extending out unto a large terrace with views<br />
over <strong>the</strong> sea and a 40-seater gastronomic restaurant proposing local fish specialities.<br />
• 1 lounge bar seating 60 insi<strong>de</strong> and 40 along <strong>the</strong> passageway<br />
• 1 1,000 m2 conference centre<br />
• 1 indoor pool<br />
• 1 Clarins spa<br />
• 1 cultural space for private events and exhibitions<br />
• 1 54-space basement car park<br />
Press contact:<br />
Nicolas LEMOUCHOUX<br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 91 01 39 74 – nicolas.lemouchoux@ihg.com<br />
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MARSEILLE CONGRES CONVENTION BUREAU MEMBERS<br />
Me<strong>et</strong>ing facilities<br />
Parc Chanot – Palais <strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong> <strong>Congrès</strong> <strong>et</strong> <strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong> Expositions of <strong>Marseille</strong><br />
The Parc Chanot str<strong>et</strong>ches out over 17 hectares right in <strong>the</strong> heart of <strong>the</strong> city. Just a few<br />
minutes from <strong>the</strong> Prado beaches and <strong>the</strong> Vieux Port, <strong>the</strong> site benefits from an exceptional<br />
location in <strong>the</strong> centre of one of <strong>the</strong> largest cities of Sou<strong>the</strong>rn Europe.<br />
With over 10,000 m2 of mo<strong>du</strong>lar, adaptable indoor and outdoor surfaces, this site is able to<br />
host any type of event.<br />
• Palais <strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong> Arts<br />
The last remaining palace from <strong>the</strong> Colonial Exhibition of 1922, <strong>the</strong> Palais <strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong> Arts is<br />
<strong>de</strong>dicated to prestigious receptions. The main features of its 700 m2 covering 3<br />
floors are: 210 m2 of halls connected by a magnificent staircase and 4 rooms used for<br />
me<strong>et</strong>ings, conferences and luncheons.<br />
• Palais <strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong> <strong>Congrès</strong><br />
The Palais <strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong> <strong>Congrès</strong> hosts professional events throughout <strong>the</strong> year and is<br />
consi<strong>de</strong>red as a premium conference and business tourism venue. It offers 15,000 m2<br />
space at gar<strong>de</strong>n level and on two floors and comprises 15 conference and committee<br />
rooms and 3,700 m2 exhibition space and reception areas. It can be connected to <strong>the</strong><br />
Palais <strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong> Evénements, offering access to 3 mo<strong>du</strong>lar-capacity auditoriums which can<br />
accommodate 200/400 persons, 600/1,200 persons and 1,600/3,200 persons. Two<br />
conference halls can accommodate up to 7,000 persons.<br />
• Palais <strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong> Expositions<br />
<strong>Marseille</strong>’s Palais <strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong> <strong>Congrès</strong> <strong>et</strong> <strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong> Expositions has chosen to embrace diversity<br />
and offers mo<strong>de</strong>rn, multipurpose spaces. Discover a venue <strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong>igned to measure up<br />
to your ambitions with 5 mo<strong>du</strong>lar exhibition halls totalling 40,000 m2, 62,000 m2 of<br />
esplana<strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong> and car parks as well as 10 conference rooms, offices and reception areas.<br />
SAFIM<br />
Parc Chanot<br />
Rond point <strong>du</strong> Prado – 13008 <strong>Marseille</strong><br />
Tel: +33 (0)825 884 390<br />
Fax: +33 (0)4 91 22 16 45<br />
www.safim.com<br />
Communications Department: Mr. Marc FOURGEOU<br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 91 76 90 31 ‐ m.fourgeou@safim.com <br />
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Palais <strong>du</strong> Pharo<br />
Overlooking <strong>the</strong> Vieux Port and located within walking distance of 5* and 4* hotels, <strong>the</strong><br />
Palais <strong>du</strong> Pharo, built by Napoleon III, enjoys a panoramic view over <strong>the</strong> sea and <strong>the</strong> City of<br />
<strong>Marseille</strong>.<br />
Today, it is <strong>de</strong>dicated to hosting conferences, seminars and conventions and features:<br />
• A 900-seater high-tech auditorium<br />
• A 300-seater semicircular auditorium<br />
• A 1,000 m2 exhibition space<br />
• A hall and a 428 m2 terrace that may be used for cocktails up to 450 persons<br />
• 3 prestigious salons<br />
• 4 rooms equipped with autonomous PA systems<br />
• A 600 m2 dining area<br />
• Magnificent vaulted galleries<br />
• A 400-space car park<br />
In 2013: ten additional conference rooms, including a 300-seater conference hall and an<br />
extension to <strong>the</strong> dining area, for 1,000 persons, with a view over <strong>the</strong> Vieux Port.<br />
Palais <strong>du</strong> Pharo<br />
58 Boulevard Charles Livon – 13007 <strong>Marseille</strong><br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 91 14 64 95<br />
Fax: +33 (0)4 91 14 64 94<br />
http://palais<strong>du</strong>pharo.marseille.fr<br />
Communications Department: Mrs. Sandrine ROSSI<br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 91 14 64 98 - sarossi@mairie-marseille.fr<br />
World Tra<strong>de</strong> Center <strong>Marseille</strong> Provence (WTCMP)<br />
Located in <strong>the</strong> immediate vicinity of <strong>the</strong> Vieux Port and at 5 minutes from Saint Charles train<br />
station, <strong>the</strong> WTC congress centre can host all your business events and provi<strong>de</strong> you with<br />
<strong>the</strong> expertise of <strong>the</strong>ir teams.<br />
Directly adjoining <strong>the</strong> Mercure Centre Hotel****, it offers:<br />
• 12 fully-equipped, mo<strong>du</strong>lar rooms, including a 420-seater conference facility<br />
• A 300 m2 exhibition space and catering area<br />
• A 1,800-space car park and 55 boutiques nearby (Bourse shopping centre)<br />
World Tra<strong>de</strong> Center <strong>Marseille</strong> Provence<br />
2 Rue Henri Barbusse – 13241 <strong>Marseille</strong> Ce<strong>de</strong>x 01<br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 13 94 04 13<br />
Fax: +33 (0)4 13 94 04 10<br />
www.wtcmp.com<br />
Communications contact: Mr. Benoit VINCENT<br />
Tel: +33(0)4 13 34 04 12 - b.vincent@wtcmp.com<br />
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Espace Bargemon<br />
Located on <strong>the</strong> Vieux Port, <strong>the</strong> Espace Bargemon, a mo<strong>de</strong>rn extension of <strong>the</strong> City Hall, won<br />
a national architecture prize: <strong>the</strong> 2006 Equerre d’Argent. It hosts City Council me<strong>et</strong>ings.<br />
The facility managed by <strong>the</strong> Palais <strong>du</strong> Pharo comprises:<br />
• A 200-seater <strong>the</strong>atre-style auditorium<br />
• A museum area and a mezzanine<br />
• 2 subcommittee rooms (30 to 50 persons)<br />
Espace Bargemon<br />
Quai <strong>du</strong> Port – 13002 <strong>Marseille</strong><br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 91 14 64 95<br />
Fax: +33 (0)4 91 14 64 94<br />
http://palais<strong>du</strong>pharo.marseille.fr<br />
Communications Department: Mrs. Sandrine ROSSI<br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 91 14 64 98 - sarossi@mairie-marseille.fr<br />
A wi<strong>de</strong> range of o<strong>the</strong>r conference facilities exist in <strong>the</strong> city.<br />
For more information: www.marseille-congres.com<br />
Hotels<br />
Today, <strong>Marseille</strong> has 116 hotels, i.e. 6,913 rooms including 15 4* and 2 5*. By 2013 <strong>the</strong><br />
city will have 7,400 rooms, including 344 5* rooms.<br />
Hotel groups in <strong>Marseille</strong>:<br />
• Accor: Sofitel <strong>Marseille</strong> Vieux-Port*****, Pullman <strong>Marseille</strong> Palm Beach****, M<br />
Gallery****, Mercure <strong>Marseille</strong> Prado****, Novotel <strong>Marseille</strong> Est la Valentine****,<br />
Novotel Vieux-Port****, Suite Novotel <strong>Marseille</strong> Centre Euromed****, Adagio City<br />
Aparthotel***, <strong>Marseille</strong> République, Adagio City Aparthotel*** Prado Plage, Ibis<br />
Prado***, Ibis Bonneveine***, Ibis la Timone***, Ibis Saint Charles***, Ibis<br />
Euroméditerranée***, Ibis <strong>Marseille</strong> Centre**.<br />
• Best Western: Joli<strong>et</strong>te****, MuCEM****, <strong>Marseille</strong> Bonneveine***<br />
• Concor<strong>de</strong>: Villa Massalia****<br />
• Erghot: Newhotel Of <strong>Marseille</strong>****, Newhotel Vieux Port***, Newhotel<br />
Bompard***, Newhotel Select***<br />
• Intercontinental: L’Hotel-Dieu*****<br />
• Alliance Hospitality: Alliance Hotel <strong>Marseille</strong> Centre****<br />
• Radisson: Radisson Blu <strong>Marseille</strong> Vieux Port****<br />
• Relais & Châteaux: Le P<strong>et</strong>it Nice – Passédat*****<br />
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Venues<br />
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The Dock <strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong> Suds – Over 600 m2<br />
The Dock <strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong> Suds, an 8,000 m2 port building located right in <strong>the</strong> heart of <strong>Marseille</strong> is<br />
famous for hosting <strong>the</strong> “Fiesta <strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong> Suds” festival and <strong>the</strong> “Babel Med Music” world music<br />
forum. The Dock <strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong> Suds reinvents and mo<strong>du</strong>lates itself throughout <strong>the</strong> year to host events<br />
for 100 to 6,000 persons: concerts, associative and corporate events, conferences, <strong>et</strong>c.<br />
Le Dock <strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong> Suds<br />
Latinissimo / Fiesta <strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong> Suds 12 Rue Urbain V – 13002 <strong>Marseille</strong><br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 91 99 00 00<br />
Fax: +33 (0)4 91 91 73 85<br />
www.dock-<strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong>-suds.org<br />
Press contact: Mr. Olivier REY<br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 91 99 00 04 – presse@dock-<strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong>-suds.org<br />
The Palais <strong>de</strong> la Bourse - From 400 to 600 m2<br />
A heritage building and perfect example of Second Empire-style, <strong>the</strong> Palais <strong>de</strong> la Bourse<br />
(stock exchange) houses <strong>the</strong> ol<strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong>t Chamber of Commerce in France as well as <strong>the</strong><br />
<strong>Marseille</strong> Provence Musée <strong>de</strong> la Marine <strong>et</strong> <strong>de</strong> l’Economie (Maritime and Economy Museum).<br />
It hosts prestigious events related to <strong>the</strong> economic activity of <strong>the</strong> area, cultural and artistic<br />
events and official ceremonies.<br />
CCI <strong>Marseille</strong> Provence<br />
9 La Canebière – 13001 <strong>Marseille</strong><br />
Allo CCIMP: +33 (0)810 113 113<br />
Fax: +33 (0)4 91 39 33 53<br />
Press contact: Mrs. Eugénie RICOTTE<br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 91 39 34 06 – eugenie.ricote@ccimp.com<br />
The Club <strong>du</strong> Vieux Port - From 200 to 400 m2<br />
A must-visit! An enchanting view over <strong>the</strong> Vieux Port and <strong>Marseille</strong> City Hall, a club steeped<br />
in history that has existed for over 50 years!<br />
Salons <strong>du</strong> Club <strong>du</strong> Vieux-Port,<br />
3 Place aux Huiles – 13001 <strong>Marseille</strong><br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 91 33 19 46<br />
Fax: +33 (0)4 91 54 90 98<br />
www.club<strong>du</strong>vieuxport.fr<br />
Contact: Mr. Bernard TREMOUILLE<br />
Ile Degaby - From 200 to 400 m2<br />
Degaby Island is i<strong>de</strong>ally located in <strong>the</strong> Bay of <strong>Marseille</strong>. It is one of <strong>the</strong> three Endoume<br />
islands. Its exceptional small 17 th century fort has been entirely renovated for hosting<br />
receptions.<br />
Société d’exploitation <strong>de</strong> l’île Degaby<br />
29 Rue Br<strong>et</strong>euil – 13006 <strong>Marseille</strong><br />
Tel: +33 (0)6 72 53 28 15<br />
Fax: +33 (0)4 91 33 62 62<br />
www.evenementiel-ile-<strong>de</strong>gaby.com<br />
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Contact: Mr. André GAY – ile<strong>de</strong>gaby@live.fr<br />
The Lofts <strong>du</strong> Vieux Port - From 200 to 400 m2<br />
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Imagine a “web” woven b<strong>et</strong>ween a suspen<strong>de</strong>d bed, a transformable movie <strong>the</strong>atre, charming<br />
bathroom areas and extensive spaces tailor-adaptable for any event, imagine exclusive<br />
receptions around <strong>the</strong> bar, <strong>the</strong> gigantic dining table, <strong>the</strong> catwalks, <strong>the</strong> presentation stage…<br />
Since September 2012, 2 lofts with <strong>the</strong>ir reception lounge are available that can be adapted<br />
to <strong>the</strong> number of guests. An opportunity to fulfil your wishes in a highly-original way. The<br />
lofts, toge<strong>the</strong>r with <strong>the</strong> new “La Boutik” space, are an invitation to host <strong>the</strong> most intimate<br />
events in a 430 m2 luxury s<strong>et</strong>ting.<br />
Les Lofts <strong>du</strong> Vieux Port<br />
13 rue Plan Fourmiguier – 13007 <strong>Marseille</strong><br />
Tel: +33 (0)6 65 59 29 63<br />
Fax: +33 (0)9 56 69 73 48<br />
www.loft<strong>du</strong>vieuxport.com<br />
Contact: Mr. Georges-Edouard LEGRE<br />
contact@loft<strong>du</strong>vieuxport.com<br />
Le Marseillois Restaurant Boat - From 200 to 400 m2<br />
Moored along <strong>the</strong> Quai d’Honneur of <strong>the</strong> Vieux Port, in front of <strong>the</strong> City Hall, <strong>the</strong><br />
Marseillois is an old sailing vessel that looks just like a pirate ship. The Marseillois’ restaurant<br />
proposes lunches and dinners on its <strong>de</strong>ck or in its hold, which can also be booked for<br />
private receptions.<br />
Bateau Restaurant Le Marseillois<br />
Quai d’Honneur – 13002 <strong>Marseille</strong><br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 91 37 39 48<br />
Fax: +33 (0)4 91 37 39 49<br />
www.lemarseillois.com<br />
Contact: Mrs. Martine RIQUIER<br />
m.riquier@lemarseillois.com<br />
The Mémorial <strong>de</strong> la Marseillaise - From 200 to 400 m2<br />
The Mémorial <strong>de</strong> la Marseillaise is a one-of-a-kind place in <strong>the</strong> world where <strong>the</strong> history of<br />
<strong>the</strong> Marseillaise is related through a scenographic display. It is also an exceptional place for<br />
organizing any type of private or corporate reception or event.<br />
Le Mémorial <strong>de</strong> la Marseillaise<br />
23 – 25 Rue Thubaneau – 13001 <strong>Marseille</strong><br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 91 91 91 97<br />
Fax: +33 (0)4 91 90 19 22<br />
www.memorial-marseillaise.com<br />
Director: Mr. Frédéric FRANK<br />
Tel: +33 (0)6 29 23 42 88 – fre<strong>de</strong>ric-frank@vertmarine.com<br />
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La Nautique Restaurant - From 200 to 400 m2<br />
The Société Nautique <strong>Marseille</strong> (private sailing club) welcomes you to its outstandingly<br />
located restaurant, on <strong>the</strong> first floor of its floating Club House, right in <strong>the</strong> heart of <strong>the</strong><br />
Vieux Port.<br />
Pavillon Flottant <strong>de</strong> la Société Nautique <strong>Marseille</strong><br />
Face au 20 Quai <strong>du</strong> Rive-Neuve – 13007 <strong>Marseille</strong><br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 91 33 01 78<br />
www.restaurantlanautique.fr<br />
Contact: Mrs. Pauline LECOEUR<br />
contact@lerestaurantlanautique.fr<br />
The SportBeach - From 200 to 400 m2<br />
The SportBeach is an exceptional establishment located in an elegant and refined s<strong>et</strong>ting by<br />
<strong>the</strong> water’s edge. Our team is on-hand for your private or professional events and will help<br />
you organize your conferences, me<strong>et</strong>ings, lunches, dinners, or just purely relaxing moments.<br />
Le SportBeach<br />
138 Avenue Pierre Mendès France – 13008 <strong>Marseille</strong><br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 91 76 12 35<br />
Fax: +33 (0)4 91 71 09 21<br />
www.sportsbeachcafe.fr<br />
Contact: Dominique PENCIOLELLI<br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 91 76 12 35 - dominique@sportsbeachcafe.fr<br />
The Villa Pascal - From 200 to 400 m2<br />
The Villa Pascal is a private 19 th century mansion house located right in <strong>the</strong> heart of<br />
<strong>Marseille</strong>. We invite you to discover this unique, elegant site s<strong>et</strong> b<strong>et</strong>ween <strong>the</strong> qui<strong>et</strong><br />
atmosphere of Monticelli’s embassies and <strong>the</strong> refinement of <strong>the</strong> Prado district.<br />
La Villa Pascal<br />
4 bis Boulevard Riv<strong>et</strong> – 13008 <strong>Marseille</strong><br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 96 14 00 00<br />
www.villapascal.com<br />
Sales management: Pierre GUILLEM<br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 96 11 60 31 – p.guillem@latruffenoire.com<br />
Bleu Evasion - Boats<br />
Bleu Evasion proposes high-quality, seaborne events on a fle<strong>et</strong> of luxury-comfort motor<br />
boats, and even on a catamaran. We offer a wi<strong>de</strong> range of nautical activities, including<br />
incentive formulas, evenings and nights-at-sea… up to 100 persons!<br />
Bleu Evasion<br />
17 rue Tibido – 13008 <strong>Marseille</strong><br />
Tel: +33 (0)6 34 13 74 22<br />
www.visite-bateau-calanques-marseille-cassis.fr<br />
Contact: Mr. Thomas MARTIN-CHAVE<br />
tmartinchave@bleuevasion.fr<br />
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Croisières <strong>Marseille</strong> Calanques - Boats<br />
As <strong>the</strong> lea<strong>de</strong>r on <strong>the</strong> sea events mark<strong>et</strong>, CMC can organize all your events: we create tailor<strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong>igned<br />
packages, from simple sea trips to turnkey gala evenings.<br />
Croisières <strong>Marseille</strong> Calanques<br />
1 la Canebière – 13001 <strong>Marseille</strong><br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 91 58 72 23<br />
Fax: +33 (0)4 91 52 19 83<br />
www.croisière-marseille-calanques.com<br />
Director: Mrs. Laurence MORY<br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 91 58 50 58 - l.mory@croisières-marseille-calanques.com<br />
The Cyos - Boats<br />
The CYOS and <strong>the</strong> EOLA, two charming 22 and 24-m<strong>et</strong>re yachts, offer you originality and<br />
conviviality for your events, in <strong>the</strong> very heart of <strong>Marseille</strong>. The mo<strong>de</strong>rn, lounge-style CYOS<br />
will take you from “La Bonne Mère” to <strong>the</strong> Calanques or to <strong>the</strong> island of Porquerolles<br />
whereas <strong>the</strong> au<strong>the</strong>ntic, charming EOLA invites you to discover <strong>the</strong> treasures of our region<br />
and <strong>the</strong> myriad of landscapes that it comprises. An exceptional s<strong>et</strong>ting, leaving from<br />
<strong>Marseille</strong>, and unforg<strong>et</strong>table memories guaranteed!<br />
Le Cyos<br />
11 Quai <strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong> Belges – 13001 <strong>Marseille</strong><br />
Tel: +33 (0)6 46 32 23 03<br />
www.yachtcyos.com<br />
Contact: Magalie MILLIOU<br />
contact@cyospanama.com<br />
The Don <strong>du</strong> Vent - Boats<br />
This majestic two-mast 1930’s k<strong>et</strong>ch (large, open <strong>de</strong>ck and spacious saloon area) invites you<br />
to discover <strong>the</strong> breathtaking scenery of <strong>the</strong> Côte d’Azur and <strong>the</strong> Côte Bleue, <strong>the</strong> Calanques<br />
of Cassis and <strong>Marseille</strong> and its islands – a remarkable s<strong>et</strong>ting for all your events, for a day, an<br />
evening, a weekend or longer. Seminars, business me<strong>et</strong>ings, teambuilding, g<strong>et</strong>-toge<strong>the</strong>rs,<br />
incentives, mark<strong>et</strong>ing campaigns, pro<strong>du</strong>ct launches, quaysi<strong>de</strong> receptions, and one-of-a-kind<br />
trips for your customers and staff <strong>du</strong>ring nautical, cultural, sporting and o<strong>the</strong>r events.<br />
Le Don <strong>du</strong> Vent<br />
SARL « Au Gré <strong>du</strong> Vent » 38 Rue <strong>du</strong> p<strong>et</strong>it Puits – 13002 <strong>Marseille</strong><br />
Tel: +33 (0)6 26 39 89 40<br />
Fax: +33 (0)4 91 90 85 67<br />
www.ledon<strong>du</strong>vent.com<br />
Contact: Mrs. Margo DERAIN<br />
Tel: +33 (0)6 26 39 89 40 – ledon<strong>du</strong>vent@gmail.com<br />
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Agencies<br />
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Atout Organisation Science<br />
Atout Organisation is a communication agency specialized in organizing national and<br />
international congresses and events. It is one of <strong>the</strong> 10 French agencies to be acknowledged<br />
as a PCO (Professional Congress Organizer) and is IAPCO-approved, which grants it<br />
international recognition.<br />
Atout Organisation Science<br />
Village d’entreprise Saint Henri<br />
6 Rue Anne Gacon – Bâtiment 24 – 13016 <strong>Marseille</strong><br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 96 15 12 50<br />
Fax: +33 (0)4 96 15 12 51<br />
www.atout-org.com<br />
Director: Mr. Alain GARGANI<br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 96 15 12 50 – alain.gargani@atout-org.com<br />
Divine [id]<br />
Divine [id] is a <strong>Marseille</strong> event planner, specialized in professional congress organization<br />
since 2003. It provi<strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong> ready-ma<strong>de</strong> packages for all or part of your national or international<br />
events. Divine [id] supports you closely at every stage of your event to find solutions that<br />
will best me<strong>et</strong> your requirements. Divine [id] is committed to making your event a true<br />
success as if it was its very own.<br />
Divine [id]<br />
17 rue venture – 13001 <strong>Marseille</strong><br />
Tel: +33 (0)491 57 19 60<br />
Fax: +33 (0)491 57 19 61<br />
www.divine-id.com<br />
Contact: Mrs. Vérane BERGERON MOREAU<br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 91 57 19 62 – vbergeron@divine-id.com<br />
MCI France<br />
MCI is a world lea<strong>de</strong>r, specialized in global communication through <strong>the</strong> organization of<br />
events, seminars, me<strong>et</strong>ings, performance improvement programmes, incentives, congresses,<br />
exhibitions and through consulting for associations, learned soci<strong>et</strong>ies and institutions.<br />
MCI France<br />
45 cours Pierre Pug<strong>et</strong> – 13006 <strong>Marseille</strong><br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 96 10 33 12<br />
Fax: +33 (0)4 96 10 33 11<br />
www.mci-group.com<br />
Contact: Mrs. Irena BARDINET<br />
irena.bardin<strong>et</strong>@mci-group.com<br />
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PACKAGE LINKING TALENTS<br />
Drawing from its long experience in organizing corporate and institutional events and<br />
creating tailor-<strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong>igned events, Package Organisation works hand-in-hand with you to mark<br />
your company’s highlights and milestones (inauguration, mergers, conventions, seminars, gala<br />
evenings, <strong>et</strong>c.).<br />
PACKAGE LINKING TALENTS<br />
20 la Canebière – 13001 <strong>Marseille</strong><br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 91 16 52 52 / +33 (0)4 91 46 02 53<br />
Fax: +33 (0)4 91 72 51 51 / +33 (0)4 91 46 01 53<br />
www.package.fr<br />
Contact: Mr. Julien LASCAROS<br />
julien.lascaros@gl-events.com<br />
Mrs. Ariane BENOIT<br />
ab@alice-evenement.com<br />
Valadou <strong>Congrès</strong><br />
Congress organization: global coordination (registration management, reception, exhibitions,<br />
catering, gala evenings, accommodation, transport). Incentives: fun activities, sports-<strong>the</strong>med<br />
activities, private visits.<br />
Valadou <strong>Congrès</strong><br />
73 la Canebière – 13001 <strong>Marseille</strong><br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 91 91 90 02<br />
Fax: +33 (0)4 91 56 05 84<br />
http://www.congresprotour.com<br />
Contact: Mrs. Michèle NARBONNE<br />
Tel: +33 (0)6 22 55 23 41 – congres@protour.fr<br />
C. Ma<strong>the</strong>z Travel<br />
Ma<strong>the</strong>z, a DMC and PCO, established at <strong>the</strong> heart of French strategic regions is also present<br />
in <strong>Marseille</strong>. This family-run company draws on over 82 years experience in organizing<br />
events; it enjoys healthy financial stability and offers major guarantees to its customers. The<br />
agency is renowned as a trusted and reliable partner throughout <strong>the</strong> <strong>Marseille</strong> area.<br />
Voyages C. Ma<strong>the</strong>z<br />
33 Cours Pierre Pug<strong>et</strong> – 13006 <strong>Marseille</strong><br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 96 10 24 80<br />
Fax: +33 (0)4 96 10 24 82<br />
www.ma<strong>the</strong>ztravel.com<br />
Contact: Miss Laurence BERTHELIER<br />
laurence.ber<strong>the</strong>lier@ma<strong>the</strong>ztravel.com<br />
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Caterers<br />
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Helen Traiteur<br />
All Helen’s services, from cocktails to gala evenings, are provi<strong>de</strong>d as turnkey packages,<br />
where events are unique and memories unforg<strong>et</strong>table. Foun<strong>de</strong>r-member of <strong>the</strong> Traiteurs <strong>de</strong><br />
France (Caterers of France).<br />
Helen Traiteur<br />
10 rue <strong>de</strong> la République – 13001 <strong>Marseille</strong><br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 91 91 09 24<br />
Fax: +33 (0)1 90 33 41 61<br />
www.helentraiteur.com<br />
Contact: Mr. Eric-Helen LOUIS<br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 90 33 31 73 – ehl@helentraiteur.com<br />
Jérémy Traiteur Organisation<br />
27 years of gourm<strong>et</strong> creation and experience in large-scale events. As <strong>the</strong> lea<strong>de</strong>r in <strong>the</strong><br />
profession in <strong>the</strong> PACA region, Jérémy Traiteur Organisation is at your service to make sure<br />
you have a <strong>de</strong>licious time.<br />
Jérémy Traiteur Organisation<br />
343 Boulevard Romain Rolland – 13009 <strong>Marseille</strong><br />
Tel: +33 (04)4 91 74 03 38<br />
Fax: +33 (04)4 91 75 58 48<br />
www.jeremy-traiteur.com<br />
Contact: Mr. Sébastien BOURDOULOUS<br />
Tel: +33 (04)6 48 27 21 06 – bourdoulous.jtotraiteur@orange.fr<br />
Meffre Traiteur<br />
Meffre Traiteur has been perp<strong>et</strong>uating its philosophy for more than thirty years and as one<br />
of <strong>the</strong> most fervent representatives of this art <strong>de</strong> vivre combines <strong>the</strong> highest of standards<br />
with top-quality dishes, offering superbly refined and innovative regional cuisine.<br />
Meffre Traiteur<br />
400 chemin <strong>de</strong> la Musca<strong>de</strong>lle – 84804 Isle sur la Sorgue<br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 90 38 30 30<br />
Fax: +33 (0)4 90 38 46 91<br />
www.meffre-traiteur.com<br />
Contact: Mrs. Myriam CAUCHOIS<br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 90 38 78 45 – myriam@meffre-traiteur.com<br />
The Truffe Noire<br />
The Truffe Noire, <strong>the</strong> leading caterer in <strong>the</strong> Bouches-<strong>du</strong>-Rhône, is <strong>the</strong> trusted partner of<br />
major local businesses and of many institutions based in <strong>the</strong> City of <strong>Marseille</strong>. Thanks to its<br />
extensive and regularly renewed pro<strong>du</strong>ct range, its events <strong>de</strong>partment is able to propose<br />
perfect tailor-<strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong>igned services. Member of <strong>the</strong> Traiteurs <strong>de</strong> France (Caterers of France).<br />
La Truffe Noire<br />
M.I.N 720 Les Arnavaux – 13323 <strong>Marseille</strong> Ce<strong>de</strong>x 14<br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 91 90 76 12<br />
Fax: +33 (0)4 91 56 29 91<br />
www.latruffenoire.com<br />
Contact: Mr. Pierre GUILLEM<br />
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Tel: +33 (0)4 96 11 60 31 – p.guillem@latruffenoire.com<br />
Recreational activity service provi<strong>de</strong>rs<br />
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Isy Provence<br />
Isy Provence has been working as an activity service provi<strong>de</strong>r with events agencies in<br />
Provence since 2005. The all-Provencal in-house team proposes original, local-based nautical<br />
and terrestrial activities. One-of-a-kind encounters and hid<strong>de</strong>n places are <strong>the</strong> company’s<br />
headliners.<br />
Isy Provence<br />
113 Rue Sainte Cécile – 13005 <strong>Marseille</strong><br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 91 92 32 05<br />
www.isy-provence.fr<br />
Contact: Isabelle GUDIN<br />
Tel: +33 (0)6 16 50 01 13 - i.gudin@isy-provence.fr<br />
Quatre <strong>et</strong> <strong>de</strong>mi / Quid Alius<br />
Quatre <strong>et</strong> Demi proposes highly-original formulas for your events activities that feature a<br />
series of interactive games where participants have fun, discover, taste and can even win<br />
prizes.<br />
Quatre <strong>et</strong> <strong>de</strong>mi / Quid Alius<br />
103 boulevard Longchamps – 13001 <strong>Marseille</strong><br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 91 68 78 88<br />
www.quatre<strong>et</strong><strong>de</strong>mi.fr<br />
www.quatre<strong>et</strong><strong>de</strong>mi.com<br />
Contact: Mr. Jean Jacques BENETTI<br />
Tel: +33 (0)6 11 24 50 40 – quatre<strong>et</strong><strong>de</strong>mi@orange.fr<br />
Team Winds Méditerranée<br />
Team Winds organizes corporate regattas in <strong>Marseille</strong> harbour and around <strong>the</strong> Calanques,<br />
on one-<strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong>ign sailing boats with professional skippers onboard. A powerful teambuilding<br />
activity for groups of 10 to 200 persons. Departures from <strong>the</strong> Vieux Port and from <strong>the</strong><br />
Frioul Islands.<br />
Team Winds Méditerranée<br />
5 Place <strong>de</strong> la Joli<strong>et</strong>te – 13002 <strong>Marseille</strong><br />
Tel: +33 (0)6 63 39 07 56<br />
Fax: +33 (0)2 97 55 71 61<br />
www.teamwinds.com<br />
Contact: Mr. Loïc FOURNIER-FOCH<br />
Tel: +33 (0)2 97 55 87 29 – loic.ff@teamwinds.com<br />
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Transport<br />
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N.A.P <strong>Tourisme</strong> – Coach operator<br />
Coach operator, tour operator, incoming tour operator for Provence, 67 coaches – 90<br />
employees – 2 travel agencies.<br />
N.A.P <strong>Tourisme</strong> – Autocariste<br />
ZAC <strong>de</strong> Saint Mitre – 13400 Aubagne<br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 91 36 06 19<br />
Fax: +33 (0)4 91 36 17 40<br />
www.nap-tourisme.fr<br />
Contact: Mr. Lionel DE ABREU<br />
direction@nap-tourisme.fr<br />
Chabe Riviera – Chauffeur-driven car company<br />
The lea<strong>de</strong>r in France in chauffeur-driven car rental.<br />
Chabe Riviera<br />
BPI – 13600 Ceyrest<br />
Tel: +33 (0)6 64 49 80 80<br />
Fax: +33 (0)4 42 83 71 62<br />
www.chabe-limousines.com<br />
Contact: Mr. Frank CIHUELO<br />
info@chabe-provence.com<br />
SSK Dreamliner – Chauffeur-driven car company<br />
For all your journeys, business trips, conferences, incentives, seminars, me<strong>et</strong>ings, gala<br />
dinners, VIP receptions, cultural events, sports events, weddings… You will be driven by<br />
highly-experienced, professional drivers who are dynamic, diplomatic, highly-aware of<br />
passenger saf<strong>et</strong>y and who exercise perfect discr<strong>et</strong>ion.<br />
SSK Dreamliner<br />
16 Avenue Saint Antoine – 13015 <strong>Marseille</strong><br />
Tel: +33 (0)6 27 82 58 77<br />
Fax: +33 (0)4 94 04 16 58<br />
www.ssk.fr<br />
Contact: Mr. Sébastien PIERONI<br />
reservation@ssk.fr<br />
Teper Minibus – Chauffeur-driven car company<br />
Specialist transporter by: cars, vans, 16/19-seater mini buses, 30/39-seater mini coaches,<br />
coaches. Seminars, conferences, full-days, half-days, tourist breaks, airport and train station<br />
transfers, VIP and shuttle services available.<br />
Teper Minibus<br />
ZA L’Agavon, 8 Avenue Emile Zola – 13170 Les Pennes Mirabeau<br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 42 02 80 34<br />
Fax: +33 (0)4 42 02 99 67<br />
www.teperminibus.fr<br />
Contact: Mr. Alain TEPER<br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 42 02 99 67 – teperminibus@wanadoo.fr<br />
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<strong>Office</strong> <strong>de</strong> <strong>Tourisme</strong> <strong>et</strong> <strong><strong>de</strong>s</strong> <strong>Congrès</strong> <strong>de</strong> <strong>Marseille</strong><br />
2, rue Beauvau – 13001 <strong>Marseille</strong><br />
http://www.marseille-tourisme.com/fr/espace-presse/<br />
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<strong>Marseille</strong> <strong>Congrès</strong> Convention Bureau press contacts<br />
Silvie ALLEMAND<br />
Head of Press/Communication Department<br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 91 13 89 19 – sallemand@marseille-tourisme.com<br />
Marion FABRE<br />
Press <strong>Office</strong>r<br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 91 13 99 73 – mfabre@marseille-tourisme.com<br />
Julie HUYGHE<br />
Press & Communication Assistant<br />
Tel: +33 (0)4 86 82 04 03 - presse@marseille-tourisme.com<br />
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