Evénements, séminaires, réceptions, déjeuners, dîners croisières, mariages
Evénements, séminaires, réceptions, déjeuners, dîners croisières, mariages.
Tonight, there’s a company do on board the Mississippi. The small size of the boat creates a wonderfully intimate atmosphere. The mood was just as relaxed this afternoon, during the seminar. While a few guests linger in the dining room to admire the panoramic view over Paris, a small group assembles at the bar on the main deck. Fancy a spot of dancing? Why not? After all, the night is young…
“Do you know what it means to miss New Orleans?” The Jazz Band provides the welcoming strains of this nostalgic classic as the Tennessee moves away from the quayside. The guests are already in another world, waving to those on shore from the upper deck, where a cocktail party’s being held, as if they were departing on a long voyage. Soon, they’ll be making their way to the grand mahogany-panelled dining room. They’ve even got gaming tables. Roulette, Black Jack, etc.
Just a few moments ago they were saying ‘I do’ under the golden décor of the town hall, and here they are now, holding each other tight, in an even more sumptuous setting, complete with sophisticated décor topped by Bohemian crystal chandeliers. Through the vast picture window, Paris unfolds before them in an unforgettable spectacle. They feel so wonderful, they don’t even hear the guests dancing or the crew going about their business. They ask the captain to prolong the crossing. Just a little more magic, if you don’t mind … Certainly, Sir! It would be a pleasure!
Technical details: This will be a brand new boat built on the experience of the 5 previous boats (Louisiane Belle, Mississippi 1, Mississippi 2, Tennessee, River Palace).
Commercial details The innovative feature of the ‘Clipper Paris’ is the ultra-‘trendy’ "Cocktail Cruise" concept: this type of catering event is already practised occasionally by nearly all the river boat companies, although none of them have the appropriate space to host it. Some of the tables and chairs therefore have to be taken away and replaced by pedestal tables, but the atmosphere is far from what one finds in the spacious lounges or smoking rooms on 1st class transatlantic crossings. The "Clipper Paris" lounge will, however, replicate that mood with furniture comprising sofas, wing chairs, fireside chairs, armchairs and other cabriole type chairs, etc.
Organisational details: Contrary to usual practices, the arrangement of the furniture will not change from one reception to the next. Moreover, during visits the boat will be all the more presentable, since the room will be in a permanent state of readiness.
As regards special events: Of all the boats in existence in the Paris market, the "Clipper Paris" will be the only one of its kind. Its sheer elegance – typical of early 20th century Yachts – will be a powerful differentiating factor. It is a well-known fact that in the special events market, that differentiating factor is what makes a venue successful.
With regard to accommodation estimations, given the highly adaptable capacity of this boat (40 to 150 people or more), it is reasonable to reckon on an average capacity of 90 people and a target of at least 200 receptions per year. Bear in mind the fact that the ‘Tennessee’, the most similar in terms of accommodation capacity, never hosted less than 160 receptions per year and, under the previous management, organised as many as 180 receptions.
A prestigious caterer belonging to the Elior group since 2001, Honoré James, in just a few years, has become a renowned player appreciated for its expertise and know-how in the Paris catering and events organisation market. Our watchwords in the business: Quality Authenticity Creativity Gourmandise Spheres of competence
As a specialist in company events (seminars, conventions, general meetings, product launches, gala dinners, etc.), our Company intercedes in some of the most prestigious reception sites and features among the top caterers to the leading conference and exhibition venues. Backed by its experience, Honoré James was chosen in 2004 as the partner caterer to the Parc des Princes and La Compagnie des Bateaux à Roue. Today, our Company is boosting its development in the events sector by creating a scenography and site search department. Our priority is to offer our customers a top-quality service, customer focus and consultancy, together with a value for money perfectly geared to market needs.
Our prime aim is to bring you every satisfaction by ensuring a totally successful event. Each event is unique and should be unforgettable. We have a competent, responsive sales team on hand to propose solutions perfectly adapted to your needs, whatever the type of event you wish to organise. To our minds, a successful reception also relies on the choice of buffet decoration and tableware. For this reason, we provide the services of a scenographer constantly in search of new concepts and new trends. We provide logistics experts to ensure the optimisation of space and the management of your technical constraints, as well as teams of stewards and headwaiters entirely devoted to the success of your events.
In 2001, HONORE JAMES joined the ELIOR group, a major Player in Contract Catering in Europe. Our consolidated teams of experts are attuned to the need for renewal in the third millennium. Our commitment and the Elior group’s global culture, together with our creative tailor-made solutions, are the hallmark of our Identity. You’re sure to be delighted with the results. Caterers/culinary specialists: our core business We have developed our skills around the Catering trade. We combine materials, flavours, aromas to exalt the senses and take a trip down culinary memory lane.
Whether it’s a rare creation or a product of our land, each item is selected for its flavoursome qualities, its noble origins and its incomparable freshness. Composer and scenographer: the showcase for our profession Our passionate, creative team of experts brings all its experience to bear to create a unique History and a Universe tailored to your needs. Our motivation lies in our desire to provide an accurate response and keen attention to detail. ‘Well-being is well-doing’. Chinese proverb.