Ljubljana, with a population of about 280,000, is a small yet stylish city of arts & culture, history and gastronomy, offering a blend of old charm and new cool.
It is a delightfully compact and logistically stress-free destination, with an atmosphere that is both Central European and Mediterranean, where almost everything is within walking distance. The city’s image is marked by a medieval hilltop castle and a river crossing the Old Town. Those who know it better would add Ljubljana is safe, green, multilingual and hospitable. It also represents an ideal departure point to reach many of Slovenia’s attractions offering a vast diversity of experiences within one hours’ drive. Most visitors would choose among the breathtaking Lake Bled, the magnificent underground world of the Karst with the Postojna Caves or the enchanting Slovenian coast with the medieval town of Piran.
Located right on the central western Portuguese coast just a short drive from Lisbon, Cascais is steeped in history and offers some of the best locations for business tourism in Europe. In Cascais, history, archaeology, architecture and natural beauty combine to create a compelling locale that has enjoyed centuries of popularity. Visitors flock from all over Portugal and beyond to sample the gastronomic delights of its fish restaurants, mingle with the rich and famous in its sparkling new marina and relax on its golden sandy beaches. 
Nantes European Green Capital 2013 will host the 10th edition of Ecocity from 25 to 27 September 2013. The World Summit on Sustainable Cities, bringing together 2,000 experts, will be followed by the 3rd World Mayors Summit on Climate Change, on 27 and 28 September. Urban space will be given a central place in the discussions on sustainable development. Key global announcements will be made and workable solutions proposed on that occasion. Common theme : « Accelerating change ».<
Madrid is a prime destination for Business Tourism. Each year, the Spanish capital welcomes more than a million business tourists, the 15% of all tourists visiting the city.
Madrid, a sleepy backwater town until 1561 when King Philip II declared it the capital of Spain, is now the third-largest city in the EU and a thriving centre of business. Spain was Europe’s leading power throughout the age of discovery in the 16th and 17th centuries, a position underpinned by trade and wealth from colonial possessions. Prosperity flowed into Madrid, and a period of exceptional cultural brilliance began. Today, Madrid possesses a modern infrastructure, but it has preserved the look and feel of many of its historic neighbourhoods and streets. Moreover, the city has earned its place among the world’s leading meetings and incentives destinations.