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Corsica, a place of excellence for your eco-friendly corporate events New
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With four airports, six ports, green transport, certified accommodation, committed service providers and protected natural areas, Corsica has everything you need for eco-friendly travel. It can host your seminars, conferences and incentive trips in a sustainable way. Discover the many facets of responsible business tourism in Corsica: certified establishments, the island's natural and cultural assets, and advice on organising a zero-impact event.
The European Ecolabel, a guarantee of environmental excellence for MICE
The label distinguishes tourist establishments committed to environmental management. To obtain it, hotels must meet 67 strict criteria . These relate to the use of renewable energy, rational water and waste management, staff involvement and customer information.
Displaying the European Ecolabel brings many benefits to accommodation providers:
● Promotes their eco-friendly actions.
● Saves money.
● Meets new customer expectations.
● Stands out from the competition.
Event organisers can be sure they are working with a reliable partner who is committed to reducing their impact while providing high-quality services. Corsica has around ten certified establishments that are perfectly equipped for MICE (meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions).
Exemplary hotels combining comfort, work and sustainable commitment
Discover five island establishments certified by the European Ecolabel or Clef Verte. Organise your eco-friendly business events without compromising on quality.
1. Hôtel L’Acquale **** in Calvi
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Located 7 km from Calvi-Sainte-Catherine airport, the Hotel Acquale overlooks the beach. Renovated in 2020 in a modern style, it has 44 comfortable rooms, including beautiful suites with views. For your business events, a fully equipped 50-seat meeting room is available with a video projector, microphone, flip chart, 220 cm touch screen, air conditioning and Wi-Fi.
Lunch is served as a buffet or tapas. The rooftop is ideal for hosting a cocktail party or continuing informal discussions during an after-work gathering at sunset. The hotel has a wellness area with hot tubs, a sauna, a snow shower, a gym and, last but not least, a heated outdoor swimming pool. It is the perfect place to relax between work sessions.
With European Ecolabel certification, the Acqua hotel is implementing a number of sustainable initiatives :
● Use of low-energy LED light bulbs.
● Sensor-activated glass doors to turn off the air conditioning or heating.
● Car park equipped with charging stations.
● Water savers installed on taps and toilet flushes.
2. Hôtel-Restaurant Ajaccio Amirauté - Best Western**** in Aiacciu (Ajaccio)
Part of the Best Western chain, this 4-star hotel is located 10 minutes from Ajaccio-Napoléon-Bonaparte Airport and the city centre. Easily accessible, it has 129 rooms measuring at least 21 m². For your seminars or conferences, the hotel has nine soundproofed meeting rooms. The largest can accommodate up to 39 to 95 people.
The restaurant can seat up to 175 people for group meals or cocktail receptions. After a day's work, relax on the panoramic terrace of the lounge bar, overlooking the Gulf of Aiacciu and its citadel. Enjoy the heated swimming pool from April to October and the swim spa.
Committed to an eco-friendly approach, the Ajaccio Amirauté has been awarded Green Key certification Green Key certification . Every day, it implements virtuous actions based on seven themes:
● Environmental policy.
● Environmental awareness.
● Water, waste and energy management.
● Responsible purchasing.
● Living environment.
3. Hôtel-Restaurant Bartaccia **** in Prupià (Propriano)
The Bartaccia hotel is set in 3 hectares of lush greenery overlooking the Gulf of Valinco. Just an hour from Figari and Aiacciu airports, this 4-star establishment offers 56 rooms, two apartments and a private villa suite. Two swimming pools, one of which is heated, with sea views, and a wellness area with jacuzzi complete the facilities.
The U Spuntinu restaurant serves 100% homemade cuisine made with fresh, seasonal and mainly local produce. Breakfast, lunch and dinner can be served as a buffet or à la carte. The shaded terrace with its large garden is ideal for hosting a cocktail party or a gala dinner under the stars.
The establishment has a modular meeting room that can accommodate 25 to 90 people.
Its high-tech equipment, combined with its sea view and natural light, provide an optimal working environment. The room and equipment are available with or without on-site accommodation.
The Bartaccia is committed to reducing its ecological footrinp :
● Private car park with charging stations.
● Short supply chain for breakfast, meals served in the restaurant.
● Waste sorting.
● Improved water management.
4. Hôtel-Restaurant-Club Marina Viva *** in Purtichju (Porticcio)
In the heart of a 10-hectare estate, 10 km from Aiacciu, the Marina Viva is a safe bet for organising your corporate events. The 3-star resort with European Ecolabel certification has 378 rooms, 120 apartments and six modular meeting rooms that can accommodate 15 to 140 people. The largest, with a surface area of 165 m², is ideal for plenary sessions.
In terms of catering, the establishment has a main indoor restaurant, as well as several outdoor areas (grill, lounge bar, swimming pool). They offer a total capacity of 850 covers.
The Marina Viva offers a wide range of activities for relaxing with colleagues: cooking classes, introductory courses in the Corsican language, diving, boat trips and hiking.
Awarded the European Ecolabel, the club cultivates many eco-friendly practices :
● Glass and cardboard sorting.
● Rainwater harvesting.
● Green waste management.
● Purchase of French equipment.
● Oil reprocessing.
● Use of solar panels.
5. Hôtel-Restaurant-Spa Ostella *** in Bastia
The Ostella hotel is located a few kilometres from Bastia, offering a peaceful setting away from the city. Completely renovated in a contemporary style, this characterful establishment has 52 rooms with a refined design, including two luxury suites. It is certified by the European Ecolabel.
The restaurant can seat up to 120 people and has a beautiful terrace for outdoor lunch or dinner. The hotel stands out for its 450 m² wellness area dedicated to relaxation, with a tea room, face and body treatments, a swimming pool, a jacuzzi and a fitness room offering a range of sports classes.
For seminars, there are three meeting rooms ranging from 60 to 120 m² alongside a 250 m² soundproofed room. It is equipped with the latest technology: free Wi-Fi, video projector, screen, flipchart, lectern and laser pointers. Special lighting and exhibition equipment are available on request.
The advantages of Corsica, a life-size playground for virtuous MICE
Between innovation and tradition, the island offers companies a new, more environmentally friendly event model.
Optimised accessibility with a green approach
With four international airports (Aiacciu, Bastia, Calvi, Figari) and six commercial ports, Corsica makes it easy for groups to get around.
It reduces the environmental impact of business travel through the development of clean transport:
● Electric shuttles . For example, the AIACCINA and CITADINA in the centre of Aiacciu.
● Electric bikes (e-bikes) available for hire at 20 stations in the AppeBike network .
● Charging stations for green vehicles in hotels and car parks. There are 64 in Corsica.
A MICE ecosystem committed to a virtuous approach
You will find a network of service providers committed to organising your sustainable event from start to finish:
● Eco-friendly receptive agencies. For example, Brama in Haute-Corse .
The agency implements measures to reduce environmental impact, from waste sorting to optimising water resources.
● Organic, vegan and seasonal caterers working with short supply chains.
● Organic, vegan and seasonal caterers working with short supply chains.
● Activity leaders specialising in outdoor activities.
● Clean transport providers.
● Responsible reception venues.
A whole chain of players is involved in designing low-impact MICE programmes that are in tune with the new expectations of employees. 81% of them consider that companies' environmental commitment remains largely theoretical. It is struggling to translate into operational practices.
A cultural and natural setting steeped in meaning
Corsica's heritage enriches your corporate events.
The citadel of Bonifacio embodies resilience, while the Scandola Nature Reserve (UNESCO) illustrates biodiversity preservation. The traditional villages of Castagniccia bear witness to ancestral know-how. Finally, the famous discovery trails bring teams together around collective achievement.
All these powerful sources of inspiration can be used to create corporate programmes that convey values and messages.
A way of life that promotes positive values
Corsica is characterised by a unique way of life that resonates with the aspirations of a more sustainable world:
● The values of hospitality and sharing.
● Respect for people and nature.
● Attachment to roots and expertise.
● The quest for authenticity and meaning.
● A taste for things done well and well-being together.
These values enrich the experience of employees, turning them into ambassadors for a new, more virtuous model.
Adopt the right habits for a zero-impact corporate event in Corsica
Want to take your eco-friendly approach even further? Here are a few ideas:
● Take the train to Nice, Marseille or Toulon, then the ferry to reach the island. Once there, encourage your participants to choose carpooling, public transport, cycling or walking.
● Select a certified venue located close to your arrival point.
Check that it has high-performance, environmentally friendly facilities.
● Design a programme that promotes low-impact nature activities
(snorkelling, electric biking, sailing, kayaking) and eco-friendly visits
(awareness of waste sorting, zero-waste workshops, beach clean-ups).
● Minimise waste production as much as possible: reusable water bottles,
digital media, sustainable local gifts, signage made from recycled materials...
Every little helps!
● Set aside some time to raise awareness among your employees about their carbon footprint. Calculate the carbon footprint of the event together, then discuss concrete actions to implement.
● Offset unavoidable residual emissions by supporting a local environmental project in line with your CSR policy: reforestation, marine biodiversity protection, support for a green industry.
● Involve your employees in co-creating greener team building through an eco-friendly challenge before, during and after the trip.
Plan rewards for virtuous behaviour by travellers and keep good practices alive in the office!
Did you know?
After a busy day at work, there's nothing like an after-work event. It's a great way to unwind and chat informally.
Here are a few suggestions for original activities:
● A tasting of organic and local Corsican wines and cheeses, led by an expert sommelier.
● A sunset aperitif cruise on an old sailing ship, accompanied by a tasting of local products.
● An introduction to zero-waste Corsican cooking led by a chef.
● An intimate concert of Corsican polyphony in a Romanesque chapel.
● A game of pétanque in a typical village, followed by dinner at a local inn.
Corsica ticks all the boxes for hosting your corporate events in a sustainable and inspiring way. Its virtuous ecosystem, powerful natural setting, heritage steeped in history, unique art de vivre and values in tune with today's challenges make it an exemplary MICE destination .
Ready to try the adventure of an eco-friendly seminar, incentive trip or conference in Corsica?
