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Vistara to boost frequencies to Frankfurt and Paris, ropes in 3rd Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner

Megha Paul Aug 12, 2022

Starting from 30 October, the airline will operate 6x weekly flights between Delhi and Frankfurt, up from the current 3x weekly frequency; while connectivity between Delhi and Paris goes up…

Airlines and Aviation

Airbus Cancels Remaining Qatar’s A350 Order

Joe Cusmano Aug 9, 2022

Airbus cancelled the entire outstanding order for A350 passenger aircraft from Qatar Airways.

Tourism

France lifts all Covid-19 rules for inbound travellers

Megha Paul Aug 8, 2022

Travellers do not have any formalities to complete before arriving into mainland or overseas France, and the COVID certificate is no longer required

Airlines and Aviation

A380 – Is there a future?

Malcolm Ginsberg Aug 8, 2022

In the week when the last A380 was delivered to Emirates, OAG has taken an opportune moment to reflect on the return of the giant aircraft that less than two years ago appeared to be heading…

TD Syndicated Partner

Top 10 airlines in 2022 social media discussions

Harry Johnson Aug 1, 2022

American Airlines is ranked as the most mentioned airline company among the top 10 airline companies based on social media discussions Top 10 airlines in 2022 social media discussions

Hotels & Resorts

Brits come out on top when it comes to responsible travel

Harry Johnson Jul 11, 2022

While 77% of UK travelers acknowledge that eco-friendly tourism is expensive, it is a cost most are willing pay Brits come out on top when it comes to responsible travel

TD Syndicated Partner

Travel and tourism deal activity up in first half of 2022

Harry Johnson Jul 8, 2022

While travel and tourism deal activity improved in several key global markets, some markets experienced decline Travel and tourism deal activity up in first half of 2022

TD Syndicated Partner

Qatar Airways seals new deal with Paris Saint-Germain

Harry Johnson Jun 29, 2022

Paris Saint-Germain is an iconic global club that transcends sport and incorporates the worlds of entertainment and fashion Qatar Airways seals new deal with Paris Saint-Germain

Features

France’s tourism sector poised to surpass pre-pandemic levels in 2023

Megha Paul May 27, 2022

World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) has revealed the travel and tourism sector in France will propel the national economic recovery and could even surpass pre-pandemic levels next year

TD Syndicated Partner

Leisure travel is back for Qatar Airways passengers

Harry Johnson May 17, 2022

Leisure travel is back for Qatar Airways passengers - Qatar Airways is providing incredible travel options during Summer 2022 with flights operating daily from the World’s Best Airport,…

Features

AXA Partners and Trip.com announces new travel insurance products in Germany, France and the UK

Kristin Mariano May 16, 2022

The strategic partnership between Trip.com and AXA Partners continues to develop in Europe. The collaboration, started 7 years ago in China focused on creating insurance products adapted to…

TD Syndicated Partner

United adds New York-Nice flights, increases Monaco connections

Harry Johnson Apr 29, 2022

United adds New York-Nice flights, increases Monaco connections - United Airlines will be adding new services beginning April 29, linking New York/Newark to Nice, Monaco’s closest…

TD Syndicated Partner

Tourism Seychelles France Reconnects with Consumers

Linda S. Hohnholz Apr 29, 2022

Tourism Seychelles France Reconnects with Consumers - On a mission to increase visibility for the island destination, the Tourism Seychelles Office in Paris spent a month and a half on the…

TD Syndicated Partner

Air Transat and WestJet launch new transatlantic codeshare

Harry Johnson Apr 29, 2022

Air Transat and WestJet launch new transatlantic codeshare - Today, Air Transat and WestJet have launched a new transatlantic codeshare. WestJet’s “WS” code is now…

TD Syndicated Partner

World’s top countries with the best working conditions

Harry Johnson Apr 28, 2022

eTurboNews | eTN Packing up and moving to a foreign country is something we all consider from time to time. Work is a major factor that must be considered when looking at moving to a new…

Tourism

What’s Eurostar relaunching? Direct Disneyland Paris route

Megha Paul Mar 25, 2022

Eurostar has resumed a direct train from London St. Pancras International to Disneyland Paris today

Air

Airbus Seeks $220 Million From Qatar Airways

Joe Cusmano Mar 10, 2022

Airbus has asked the UK High Court for $220 million in damages from Qatar Airways after the airline rejected two Airbus A350 aircraft.

Air

Airbus Aims 720 Deliveries In 2022 Despite Pandemic Challenges

Joe Cusmano Mar 3, 2022

In 2022, Airbus intends to deliver 720 commercial planes, up from the 611 planes it delivered in 2021.

Air

Airbus Will Test Hydrogen Propulsion On The A380

Joe Cusmano Feb 24, 2022

Airbus has announced that it will utilise the A380 as a test plane for its ZEROe project

Airlines and Aviation

Airbus Cancels Qatar Airways Order For 2 A350 As Dispute Deepens

Joe Cusmano Feb 17, 2022

A dispute over surface paint has forced Airbus to cancel Qatar Airways’ purchase of two A350-1000 aircraft.

Air

Airbus A380 To Be Converted Into A Luxury Hotel

Joe Cusmano Feb 8, 2022

Frédéric Deleuze, a former Airbus engineer, intends to transform an Airbus A380 aircraft originally planned for dismantling into a luxury hotel. The hotel will be placed in the airport’s…

Vaccination Updates

Covid booster dose compulsory for entry in France

Megha Paul Feb 7, 2022

France will not allow tourists to enter the country if they received their Covid vaccine more than nine months ago.

Airlines and Aviation

Airbus Cancels $6 Billion Deal With Qatar Airways Amid Law Suit

Joe Cusmano Jan 27, 2022

Qatar Airways had agreed to buy 50 new Airbus A321neo aircraft from Airbus. Still, the two companies have now become entangled in a bitter court battle, and Airbus has cancelled the…

Tourism

How is France tightening COVID-19 rules for everyone, travellers included

Megha Paul Jan 19, 2022

France has revealed that since January 15, the rules for access to all kinds of services, including restaurants, museums, theatres, sports activities, and accommodation facilities will be…

French Bee A350-1000 Will Carry Nearly 480 Passengers

Joe Cusmano Jan 15, 2022

A brand-new Airbus A350-1000 with 480 passenger seats has just arrived at French Bee, the low-cost airline’s that flies long-haul from its hub in Toulouse.

Tourism

The most beautiful cities to visit by night

Kristin Mariano Dec 24, 2021

As the shorter days are well and truly upon us Premier Inn has researched over 250 of the most populated cities in the world on Instagram to reveal the places that are being photographed the…

Tourism

France Has Banned UK Arrivals

Joe Cusmano Dec 22, 2021

As the Omicron variant transmission cases in the UK continue to climb, officials in France have confirmed all non-essential travel from the UK has been banned from 00:00 on Saturday.

France bans UK arrivals from 18 December

Megha Paul Dec 17, 2021

Officials in France have confirmed all non-essential travel from the UK will be banned from 18 December

Paris 2024 to revolutionise Olympic opening ceremony

Kristin Mariano Dec 16, 2021

Paris last hosted the Games in 1924. A century later, the Olympic and Paralympic Games are back.

Mauritius removed from France’s ‘scarlet’ list

Megha Paul Dec 8, 2021

French government has announced the removal of Mauritius from its list of "scarlet" destinations, just a few days after its classification as part of this list

IndiGo renews partnership with French hospitality group Accor

Megha Paul Nov 30, 2021

Budget carrier IndiGo said that it has renewed its partnership with French hospitality group Accor

Global

Vueling’s Orly Paris route lands at Glasgow Airport

Megha Paul Nov 12, 2021

New European airline Vueling’s service between Glasgow and Paris will now operate two services per week.

France leads tourism recovery in Europe

Megha Paul Nov 11, 2021

New research from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) reveals France’s travel and tourism sector’s recovery could achieve a growth of 34.9% this year

Reopening updates

5 destinations open for travel right now

Kristin Mariano Nov 10, 2021

As vaccination rates continue to go up, more destinations are reopening to tourists.

Accor announces Paris Olympic Games partnership

Megha Paul Nov 9, 2021

Accor has become an official partner of the Olympic and Paralympic Games Paris 2024 and the hotel giant will offer services to athletes and the media in their respective villages

Ahoy City of Light! Vistara launches non-stop flights between Delhi and Paris

Megha Paul Nov 9, 2021

Vistara, India’s finest full-service carrier and a joint venture of Tata group and Singapore Airlines, operated its first non-stop flight to Paris CDG (Charles de Gaulle) airport

Air

The Airbus A380 makes a vibrant return

Joe Cusmano Oct 15, 2021

Without question, one of the businesses most hit by the pandemic has been the airline industry.

France makes COVID-19 tests taken for travel purpose chargeable from 15 October

Megha Paul Oct 14, 2021

France confirmed from 15 October, PCR and rapid antigen tests taken for non-medical reasons will no longer be covered by health insurance

An evening in Paris! Vistara to start Delhi-Paris non-stop flights from 7 November

Megha Paul Sep 27, 2021

Vistara has announced a non-stop flight service from Delhi to Paris, starting 7 November, under the ‘air bubble’ pact between India and France

Tourism

12 weeks to showtime! Countdown to ILTM Cannes begins

Megha Paul Sep 15, 2021

ILTM is counting down to its return on the Côte D’Azur, with just 12 weeks until the international luxury travel industry meets in Cannes for the first time since 2019

Cruise

PONANT’s Le Commandant Charcot reaches geographic North Pole for the first time

Megha Paul Sep 9, 2021

Le Commandant Charcot, PONANT’s first LNG-powered hybrid electric luxury polar exploration vessel, has reached the geographic North Pole this week

Vaccination Updates

Italy and France first countries in EU to embrace virus passes

Joe Cusmano Aug 16, 2021

Last week, a new COVID-19 certification rule went into effect in Italy as part of the government's plan to rein in a summer surge in infections.

Sports Tourism

À bientôt: The Olympic flame heads to Paris 2024

Kristin Mariano Aug 16, 2021

France officially becomes the proud host nation of the next Summer Olympic and Paralympic Games (the Games of the 33rd Olympiad), receiving the flag from Tokyo at its glittering closing…

Expedition Cruising

PONANT receives delivery of Le Commandant Charcot

Kristin Mariano Aug 4, 2021

PONANT took delivery of Le Commandant Charcot, the first hybrid electric polar exploration ship powered by Liquefied Natural Gas.

Puppy love: Best cities in Europe to take your dog on holiday

Megha Paul Aug 3, 2021

New study has now revealed that Paris is the number one city in Europe for a holiday with your canine

France targets 50 million foreign tourists in 2021

Megha Paul Aug 2, 2021

France hopes to see 50 million foreign holidaymakers in 2021, a 43 per cent increase from last year

France lifts travel curbs for fully vaccinated travellers

Megha Paul Jul 19, 2021

France has lifted travel restrictions for fully vaccinated travellers but advised against travel from France to countries on the ‘red’ list

TD Syndicated Partner

Podcast: A resident’s view of Paris

Steve Collins Jul 14, 2021

Ruby Boukabou is an Australian woman who has lived part of each year in Paris for quite some time. Ruby is absolutely enchanted with the city she fell in love with. In this podcast, Ruby…

Airlines and Aviation

Caught trying to board an Emirates flight with fake boarding pass

Joe Cusmano Jul 7, 2021

A 25-year-old Frenchman was found guilty of attempting to board an Emirates flight to Dubai without a ticket by using a forged boarding pass to fool airport security.

The perfect holiday awaits you in amazing Nice Côte d’Azur!

Megha Paul May 11, 2021

Dramatic, luxurious and more than a little dashing, the internationally renowned Nice and its metropolitan area offer infinite possibilities for visits and activities

French gourmet affair! Embark on culinary sojourn to tantalise your tastebuds at Au Cadet de Gascogne

Megha Paul Apr 28, 2021

In Paris, if you are looking for that mouth-watering holiday, there is no better place than the traditional French restaurant Au Cadet de Gascogne

Features

Airbus launches new sustainable aviation fuel trial

Joe Cusmano Mar 25, 2021

A team of aerospace specialists has launched the first in-flight emissions study using 100 per cent sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) on a wide-body commercial passenger aircraft.

Airbus A380 struggles as the pandemic continues to hit aviation

Joe Cusmano Mar 24, 2021

Following news this week that Etihad was the next carrier to ground its Airbus A380 fleet, new data from Cirium has revealed the dire straights the aircraft finds itself in.

Paris goes into lockdown amid new rise in COVID-19 infections

Joe Cusmano Mar 24, 2021

Paris has decided to go on a month-long COVID-19 lockdown, starting Friday, March 19, 2021, amid fears of a third wave in the country.

France eases travel restrictions for seven countries, including UK

Megha Paul Mar 12, 2021

France has announced that it is easing travel rules for seven countries outside the European Union, including Britain, saying trips to and from them would no longer need to be justified by…

Reopening updates

France eases UK travel ban over virus

Megha Paul Dec 25, 2020

France has relaxed the temporary UK travel ban introduced after a new variant of coronavirus emerged, the prime minister's office said

Paris Airshow cancelled

Megha Paul Dec 10, 2020

The Paris Airshow has been cancelled for the first time since Second World War, raising questions about the speed of the aerospace industry’s recovery from the COVID-19 crisis

Tourism

Second lockdown thwarts travel

Kristin Mariano Nov 6, 2020

As some Brits prefer immediate travel, second lockdowns affect the travel demand incurring losses to the hospitality industry.

Global

Paris bars to shut for two weeks

Megha Paul Oct 7, 2020

As France struggles to contain a rising rate of infection which started to grow exponentially in late August, the country’s capital and much-loved city will shut all bars completely from…

IATA: Proposed environment tax will destroy 150,000 aviation jobs

Harry S. Johnson Sep 19, 2020

The International Air Transport Association (IATA) warned that proposed new environmental taxes in France will fail to decarbonize the aviation sector and eliminate 150,000 French aviation…

Adding more countries in UK quarantine list draws criticisms

Kristin Mariano Aug 18, 2020

The British government has added more countries, including France, Malta and the Netherlands, on its quarantine list last week.

France, the Netherlands, Monaco, Malta, Turks & Caicos and Aruba removed from UK’s safe travel list

Kristin Mariano Aug 14, 2020

Transport secretary Grant Shapps has announced six more countries that have been added to the UK's travel quarantine list.

Tourism

10 best cities for freelancers

Kristin Mariano Aug 6, 2020

SmallBusinessPrices.co.uk reveals the world’s best cities to take your remote working job as well as the best cities for freelancers amidst the coronavirus.

Train

COVID-19 rekindles rail journey

Kristin Mariano Aug 3, 2020

As people are still wary of flying, the recent pandemic is bringing back travellers’ love for rail journey.

Masks are now mandatory indoors in France

Kristin Mariano Aug 3, 2020

Starting 20 July, wearing masks has been made compulsory in enclosed public spaces for anyone over 11 years old, in addition to the application of barrier gestures.

Cruise

Key construction milestone for MSC World Europa

Megha Paul Jun 30, 2020

MSC World Europa to become one of the most technologically and environmentally-advanced LNG ships in its class

Airlines and Aviation

Air France bids adieu A380

Malcolm Ginsberg Jun 30, 2020

For Air France the Airbus A380 never arrived with a real splash, Lufthansa supplying the cabin staff when the aircraft was certificated with a media flight out of Toulouse and then a quiet…

Tourism Boards

France reopens today and to non-EU travellers on July 1

Kristin Mariano Jun 15, 2020

France will reopen to travellers from the European Union starting today, June 15. It will lift its restrictions to non-Schengen visitors on July 1.

Tourism Boards

French Polynesia to reopen and reconnect with the world on July 15

Kristin Mariano Jun 15, 2020

French Polynesia has had no active cases of COVID 19 since 29 May and the country has announced that the borders will be reopened to international tourism starting on July 15.

Accor’s global campaign ‘Reignites The Love Of Travel’

Megha Paul Jun 2, 2020

Accor has begun the exciting process of reopening some of its hotels that temporarily closed in response to the global pandemic. With restrictions now easing across many destinations,…

10 destinations where Brits want to go post lockdown

Kristin Mariano May 7, 2020

Coronavirus may have halted the nation’s short-term travel plans, but it hasn’t stopped British holidaymakers dreaming of the destinations they’ll visit as soon as the lockdown is lifted.

We’re all in this together! Hôtel Chais Monnet gives back to community of Cognac

Megha Paul Apr 3, 2020

Hôtel Chais Monnet is doing its bit for the community of Cognac by preparing and delivering 365 freshly cooked meals to the town’s central hospital on 1 April – the first of the hotel’s…

Tourism

10 movies to satisfy your thirst for travel during home quarantine

Kristin Mariano Apr 3, 2020

Here are 10 movies you can binge on during quarantine that will tour you around the world on your couch.

Free places to stay for medics and caregivers fighting Coronavirus in France

Megha Paul Mar 26, 2020

In partnership with the French government, Airbnb has launched a local expansion of their Open Homes programme to connect medical staff and caregivers batting the coronavirus outbreak in…

Airbus to bolster liquidity in response to COVID-19

Megha Paul Mar 25, 2020

Airbus has announced measures to bolster its liquidity and balance sheet in response to the COVID-19 pandemic as it continues to assess the ongoing situation and the impact on its…

Trip.com donates one million face masks

Alastair Newport Mar 18, 2020

Trip.com Group, has announced that it will donate one million surgical masks to help combat the spread of COVID-19. As of today, and led by the company's co-founder and chairman,James…

Tourism

More countries go into lockdown due to COVID-19

Kristin Mariano Mar 16, 2020

After the World Health Organisation announced COVID-19 as a pandemic and cases rise to an unstoppable rate, more countries go into lockdown.

citizenM to open new Champs-Élysées property

Megha Paul Mar 11, 2020

citizenM is coming to the Champs-Élysées – the most emblematic street in Paris – to give guests and locals an alternative hospitality experience. This will be the fourth citizenM hotel…

Airbus to highlight top products at India show

Megha Paul Mar 9, 2020

Airbus will highlight its class-leading products, technologies and services at India’s largest civil aviation show – Wings India. The biennial event will be held at Begumpet Airport in…

Air France to launch Chennai-Paris route in June

Megha Paul Feb 28, 2020

Air France is expanding its Indian network to include Chennai with thrice weekly direct services to Paris Charles de Gaulle starting 14 June 2020, opening more opportunities for travel…

How did Airbus fare in 2019?

Megha Paul Feb 19, 2020

Airbus has reported full-year (FY) 2019 consolidated financial results and provided guidance for 2020. “We achieved a great deal in 2019. We delivered a strong underlying financial…

Tourism

5 most popular destinations for UK business travellers

Kristin Mariano Feb 17, 2020

Latest research has revealed the locations most popular with those travelling overseas for business in the last year.

Top 5 dive sites in Tahiti Islands

Kristin Mariano Feb 10, 2020

Divers come from all over the world to experience the warm waters that surround The Islands of Tahiti, which teem with life from adorable clownfish and magnificent sharks to awe-inspiring…

AirAsia CEO Tony Fernandes and chairman quit over Airbus bribery scandal

Megha Paul Feb 4, 2020

Two AirAsia chiefs will step aside for at least two months as authorities and the airline look into claims that aerospace giant Airbus paid the company USD 50 million to secure a plane…

Tourism

5 best locations for a family-friendly holiday

Kristin Mariano Feb 4, 2020

Columbus Direct has analysed popular holiday destinations within a 5-hour, or less, flight time from London to show the best locations for a family-friendly holiday.

Celebrity Cruises cuts steel on third Edge-Class ship

Megha Paul Jan 31, 2020

Celebrity Cruises has cut steel on the third ship in its new Edge class, the Celebrity Beyond, in a ceremony at the Chantiers de l’Atlantique shipyard in Saint-Nazaire, France. The…

Weddings & Honeymoon

Best destinations to tie the knot

Kristin Mariano Jan 29, 2020

Travelling elsewhere for your wedding is often an ideal option. Aside from providing a picturesque backdrop when you say your vows, some destinations are relatively cheaper.

Gulf Air reveals Nice as leisure boutique destination

Megha Paul Jan 17, 2020

Gulf Air, the national carrier of Bahrain, has revealed a new addition to its 2020 network with the popular premium leisure destination of Nice in France. In line with its strategy to…

Booking.com debuts digital guide for cities CityBook

Kristin Mariano Jan 17, 2020

Booking.com is committed to making it easier for everyone to navigate and experience the world with its new product Citybook. It is a responsive digital guide for cities that seamlessly…

Flight to success: Airbus delivers robust aircraft performance in 2019

Megha Paul Jan 14, 2020

Airbus delivered 863 commercial aircraft to 99 customers in 2019, outpacing its previous output record set in 2018 by 8%. In the 17th yearly production increase in a row, it progressed…

Air

Child found dead in Air France plane’s landing gear

Kristin Mariano Jan 10, 2020

A lifeless body of a 10-year-old child was found on the landing gear of an Air France flight on 7 January at Paris airport. The aircraft had travelled to Paris Charles de Gaulle from Abidjan…

Luxe experiences worth USD 1.5 trillion a year

Megha Paul Dec 31, 2019

Luxury travel and the growing emphasis on experiences over things has created an ecosystem worth USD 1.54 trillion a year, a size comparable to the gross domestic product (GDP) of one of…

7 most ‘Instagrammed’ attractions around the world

Kristin Mariano Dec 27, 2019

As we move into a new decade, InterContinental® Hotels & Resorts has uncovered the Most Instagrammed Sights Of 2019, as part of their InterContinental ICons campaign.

Air

Transavia France starts Amman flights

Megha Paul Dec 26, 2019

Jordan’s Queen Alia International Airport (QAIA) has welcomed the first direct Transavia France flight from Lyon in France, signalling the commencement of two weekly round trips between…

Picture-perfect: Club Med Alpe d’Huez opens in France

Megha Paul Dec 25, 2019

Club Med has opened its new flagship resort in the Alps, Club Med Alpe d’Huez. Owned by Fosun Tourism Group, it is expected to welcome more than 14,000 customers of over 12 different…

Cebu Pacific firms order for 15 Airbus A320neos

Megha Paul Dec 24, 2019

Cebu Pacific has signed a purchase agreement with Airbus SAS for the order of 15 A320NEO (New Engine Option) family aircraft. The transaction is valued at USD 2 billion. The 15-aircraft…

Lufthansa flies to Paris-Orly for first time

Megha Paul Dec 23, 2019

From 16 March next year, Lufthansa will include Orly airport in Paris in its flight schedule for the first time. In the 2019/20 winter timetable, a Bombardier will take off twice daily…

Features

Where are Brits flying to this Christmas?

Kristin Mariano Dec 23, 2019

As Christmas is just a few days away, people are packing their bags gearing for the holidays. Peer-to-peer travel money provider WeSwap has commissioned research from its 500,000-strong…

USA, UK and France top visitors to Dubai in 2019

Alastair Newport Dec 16, 2019

Expedia has announced that the USA, UK and France are the leading source markets for travel to Dubai. According to Expedia Group data taken from Q3 2019, the UAE remains a popular choice…

“Rationalising and modernising”: Air France–KLM increase A350-900 order

Alastair Newport Dec 16, 2019

The Air France–KLM Group has announced today that it will be enhancing its fleet by issuing a "firm order" for ten more A350-900s, which will take its total order for the aircraft up to 38.…

ILTM Cannes: In search of ‘conscious luxury’

Megha Paul Oct 30, 2019

The world’s leading luxury travel event - International Luxury Travel Market (ILTM) - will welcome more buyers and more exhibitors from across the world than ever before when the 18th…

It’s a French affair: Small Luxury Hotels expands portfolio

Megha Paul Oct 23, 2019

Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) is further expanding its luxury footprint in the French market with two new properties in exceptional settings joining the brand this month – Lou…

Airways Aviation Group buys French academy Esma

Megha Paul Oct 17, 2019

The Airways Aviation, a global flight training group, has announced the acquisition of the French Aviation Education & Training organisation Esma (Ecole Supérieure des Métiers de…

Snow-reliable glacier skiing events to open the winter season

Kristin Mariano Oct 4, 2019

For the upcoming ski season, ski tour operator SnowTrex has put together packages for opening events in several glacier ski areas – some as early as October and November.

PONANT’s Le Lapérouse: Luxury expedition sailing with 5-star hotel services

Christian Tolentino Sep 30, 2019

This exclusive cruise feature is brought to you by TD founder and co-chairman Gary Marshall aboard the small luxury expedition ship, Ponant Le Lapérouse, en route to Osaka, for what might be…

From cleanliness to cocktails: The best beaches around the world

Kristin Mariano Sep 25, 2019

With the October half-term looming and many of us looking for some last-minute sunshine, where should you be looking to go?

Accor and Hainan Airlines unveil partnership to enrich members’ travel experiences

Megha Paul Sep 4, 2019

Accor and Hainan Airlines have announced a new partnership for members of their respective loyalty programmes, Le Club AccorHotels (LCAH) and Fortune Wings Club, with a range of benefits…

AirAsia X places 42 plane order with Airbus

Megha Paul Sep 3, 2019

AirAsia X has finalised a firm order with Airbus for an additional 12 A330-900 and 30 A321XLR aircraft. The contract was signed by Rafidah Aziz, chairman of AirAsia X and Guillaume…

VIP SKI opens new hotel in Val d’Isere, France

Megha Paul Sep 3, 2019

Luxury chalets and ski hotel group VIP SKI, has announced the launch of a new hotel, Aspen House, in Val d'Isere in France. It will open doors for winter 2019-20. The hotel is located in…

Hotels in Paris back on track after rocky start to the year

Megha Paul Sep 2, 2019

Hotels in Paris have seen a recovery in the second quarter of 2019 following a rocky start to the year, according to global hotel consultancy HVS. In 2018 hotels in the city saw a 10.6%…

Accor Ambassador Korea launches first Sofitel Hotel

Megha Paul Aug 22, 2019

Accor Ambassador Korea has announced the launch of its first Sofitel Hotel & Serviced Residences in Songpa, Seoul. Slated to open in 2021, the announcement comes as the Accor Group…

5 most expensive beaches around the world

Kristin Mariano Aug 19, 2019

Ranking 300 of the most popular beaches from 69 countries around the world not only based in price but comparing of beach essentials and refreshments as well – suncream, beer, lunch, and ice…

Louvre Museum introduces compulsory advance booking

Megha Paul Aug 13, 2019

From now on, online ticket booking is compulsory for those visiting the famous Louvre museum. This has been done to combat the problem of over tourism and the chaos that follows owing to…

10 most Insta-worthy wedding locations

Kristin Mariano Aug 13, 2019

Your wedding is once-in-a-lifetime and must be extra special. The food, ceremony, and location must be perfect.

OTAs & Tour Operators

10 most Insta-worthy experiences

Kristin Mariano Aug 12, 2019

From a trip down the picturesque French Riviera to a captivating tour of one of the oldest Hindu temples in Bali, Klook curates the ultimate list of photogenic spots to up the Insta-game.

Ultima Collection announces expansion with three openings in 2019

Megha Paul Aug 12, 2019

The Ultima Collection has announced the expansion of its portfolio of luxury hotels and private residences with a series of three new openings scheduled for 2019. The expansion follows…

On a mission: Agoda launches Travel Guides

Megha Paul Aug 9, 2019

Nature, beaches, food and drink, landmarks and culture are the five top global reasons to travel, according to new research from Agoda. Whether travellers are looking for nature or…

Hospitality

Luxury hotspot: Mademoiselle Val d’Isère to open in December

Megha Paul Jul 31, 2019

French hotel collection Airelles, has announced that the new Mademoiselle Val d’Isère hotel is set to open on 19 December in the Val d’Isère ski area. The new property is the latest…

Cruise

Click&Boat acquires Océans Evasion

Megha Paul Jul 31, 2019

The UK-based boat hire platform, Click&Boat, has acquired its competitor Océans Evasion. The acquisition comes on the back of EUR 4 million (USD 4.46 million) fundraising round last…

Tourism

10 last-minute inexpensive city break destinations

Kristin Mariano Jul 29, 2019

Summer is here and everyone is bound somewhere for a holiday, especially in August bank holiday.

Tourism

10 destinations that are in everyone’s bucket list

Kristin Mariano Jul 25, 2019

Everyone has a place where they would like to go before they “kick the bucket”. Global travel site Big 7 Travel has released the official list of the 'Top 50 Bucket List Destinations 2019'.

Tourism

UNIGLOBE expands in France with addition of CAP5 Voyages

Megha Paul Jul 23, 2019

UNIGLOBE Travel is expanding its service in France with the addition of new travel agency partner, UNIGLOBE CAP5 Voyages. Founded in 1976 in Armentières, France, UNIGLOBE CAP5 Voyages…

Hospitality

Pierre & Vacances unveils 26 new offerings

Megha Paul Jul 23, 2019

French accommodation provider Pierre & Vacances is expanding its operations across Europe and elsewhere, with 26 new properties being added to the group’s portfolio this year.…

Tourism

People-to-people relationship as vital French-India strategic partnership

Megha Paul Jul 17, 2019

Addressing a special gathering to mark the French National Day in the Embassy of France in Delhi, Alexandre Ziegler, ambassador of France to India, said that people-to-people…

Hospitality

Accor announces Raffles brand in Bahrain

Megha Paul Jul 17, 2019

Accor is set to debut the iconic Raffles brand in Bahrain after signing a milestone agreement with GFH Financial Group (GFH) to manage the kingdom’s first ultra-luxurious retreat. The…

MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferencing, Exhibitions)

Still number one: London tops European MICE chart for the fifth time

Alastair Newport Jul 17, 2019

Maestro of MICE Cvent, has unleashed its yearly list of the top meeting destinations for meetings and events in Europe. For the fifth consecutive year, London retained its number one…

Travel Tech

TipTapGo! Escape to Europe with Klook

Megha Paul Jul 16, 2019

Europe is becoming a top destination for Indian travellers during monsoons. There has been a surge in bookings for Europe with an increase of more than 180% from 2018 to 2019. This…

Europe

Eurostar expands hotel inventory with 70 new hotels

Alastair Newport Jul 15, 2019

Eurostar has announced it will get a boost to its hotel inventory following the expansion of its its partnership with WebBeds. Seventy new hotels will be added to its rail and accommodation…

Air

Air China places order for 20 Airbus A350-900s

Megha Paul Jul 15, 2019

Air China has struck a sale agreement for 20 Airbus aircraft at a cost of approx USD 6.54 billion. The carrier said, the planes of the wide-body A350-900 type, were set to be delivered…

Air

Air France unveils travel insurance for flight delay

Megha Paul Jul 15, 2019

Air France has launched a new proactive travel insurance in partnership with Allianz Travel, which will see customers compensated EUR 50 (USD 56.44) if their flight is delayed by more…

Air

France to introduce eco-tax on flights leaving country from 2020

Megha Paul Jul 11, 2019

France will introduce a new charge on plane tickets from next year, with revenue that will be used to fund environment-friendly alternatives. This was revealed by the country’s transport…

Hotels

Hilton reinforces ‘airport hotel’ concept with two new openings

Christian Tolentino Jul 9, 2019

Hilton has announced two new flagship airport hotel openings, 60 years since Hilton first introduced the airport hotel concept in 1969.

Tourism

Now, experience Orleans with new City Pass

Megha Paul Jul 4, 2019

Reflecting the Orleans Metropolitan Council’s policy to boost tourism, with the goal of becoming one of One of France’s top 15 destinations, Orléans has rolled out the first-ever called…

Family & Group Travel

Best destinations for multi-gen family travel

Kristin Mariano Jul 4, 2019

Pettitts Travel created the 3G Family Travel Index to find the best destinations for all generations, from young children to grandparents looking to recapture their youth.

Tourism

Celebrate 500 years of Da Vinci by following in his famous footsteps

Megha Paul Jul 1, 2019

Widely regarded as one of the greatest minds in the history of the human race, Leonardo da Vinci not only created sketches for machines that were centuries ahead of his time but he also…

Global

Mandarin Oriental, Paris launches new whole-floor luxury suite

Alastair Newport Jun 27, 2019

Mandarin Oriental, Paris has launched its newest signature suite, The Parisian Apartment. At 430sqm it is one of the largest hotel suites in Paris. The whole-floor suite, complete with a…

Hospitality

Masterpiece Estates by Oetker Collection announces first estate outside of UK

Megha Paul Jun 27, 2019

Masterpiece Estates by Oetker Collection has announced the addition of Château d’Estoublon in the South of France to its portfolio, marking its first European property outside of the UK.…

Hospitality

Bonjour! Sofitel invites you to Live The French Way

Megha Paul Jun 27, 2019

As the first international luxury hotel brand to originate from France, Sofitel Hotels & Resorts is a global ambassador of French style and art de vivre. In celebration of the…

Air

Air France unveils new long-haul travel cabins on Bengaluru and Delhi route

Megha Paul Jun 18, 2019

Air France, the French flag carrier, will welcome the revamped travel cabins on board Airbus A330 on the Bengaluru – Paris route effective 18 June and effective 28 June, on the…

Air

New showcase: AirAsia unveils future of long-haul air travel at Paris Air Show

Megha Paul Jun 18, 2019

AirAsia, the Asia Pacific launch customer for the Airbus A330neo, unveiled the first of its new generation long-haul fleet at the Paris International Air Show. The aircraft will be based…

Hospitality

16th century manor hotel to open in Norman countryside

Megha Paul Jun 13, 2019

Located a few kilometres away from the hustle and bustle of Deauville, four-star hotel Les Manoirs des Portes de Deauville is set to open on 1 July. The soon-to-open hotel is ideally…

Tourism

FIFA Women’s World Cup 2019: Surge in bookings from US as soccer fans head to France

Megha Paul Jun 10, 2019

The overwhelming growth in women’s soccer bodes well for the ongoing World Cup 2019 in France as there has been a staggering rise in tourists this season. The US has significant numbers…

Air

Virgin Atlantic joins Air France-KLM’s Bluebiz rewards programme

Megha Paul Jun 6, 2019

Virgin Atlantic is now part of Bluebiz, a rewards programme for small- and medium-sized enterprises (SME) which also includes KLM, Air France, Delta and Kenya Airways.

Asia

Explore the roads of Europe in a Porsche

Alastair Newport Jun 5, 2019

Avis has announced it has embarked on a partnership with Mediterranean Luxe for the second year running to seduce Asian tourists to discover the Mediterranean region of Europe with some…

Associations

Portugal beats out rivals to win re-election to the Executive Board of UNWTO

Alastair Newport May 30, 2019

Portugal, has been re-elected for a second term on the Executive Board of the World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), with a total of 29 votes – ahead of rivals Turkey (26), Italy (25) and…

Hotels

Sofitel celebrates ‘art de vivre’ in new global brand campaign

Christian Tolentino May 30, 2019

Sofitel, the first international luxury hotel brand to originate from France, celebrates its birthplace and heritage with a new global brand campaign.

Tourism

Self-drive from India to US booms

Megha Paul May 29, 2019

Departing from the usual perception of proximity being a factor when choosing self-drive, a recent survey by Avis India has revealed the US was the most traversed international…

Tourism

Alternative European breaks to avoid overtourism

Kristin Mariano May 28, 2019

When planning a summer getaway, a number of classic European cities spring to mind. However, some destinations like Paris, Amsterdam and Burges are roamed by crowds of tourists.

Air

Airbus commits to greener travel with SAS deal

Alastair Newport May 23, 2019

European multinational Airbus has shown its commitment to greener travel today by signing an agreement with Scandinavian Airlines (SAS) to sink some capital into researching the…

Hospitality

“A compelling proposition”: MGallery Residences arrives in Thailand

Alastair Newport May 17, 2019

Accor managed MontAzure, has unveiled its latest property this week with the announcement that MontAzure Lakeside, on Phuket’s Kamala Beach, will become the first MGallery Residences in…

Events

Direct Booking Summit 2019 offers beyond networking

Kristin Mariano May 13, 2019

The upcoming Direct Booking Summit is more than an event where hoteliers discuss the challenges and problems arising in the hospitality industry, it offers an opportunity for participants to…

Tourism

Top 5 cultural cities in the world

Kristin Mariano May 1, 2019

There is a breed of travellers that seek the uniqueness of the culture of the country they visited. Culture primarily has to do with people and less with places or things. So visiting…

Hotels

One good reason to fall in love with Paris all over again

Alastair Newport Apr 25, 2019

Paris has a well-deserved reputation as the ‘City of Love’ for us Brits, built partly on its network of striking landmarks and beautiful architecture and the romantic promise of the rivers’…

Startups

A smarter way to site-see: Now offered by Vidi Guides

Kristin Mariano Dec 18, 2018

75% of Millennials rely on Wikipedia or Google as their source of information, but these are not designed for sightseeing. So how does one filter the information especially while in a new…

Airlines and Aviation

Bedroom buddies: Sofitel’s new business class partnership with Hainan Airlines

Alastair Newport Nov 29, 2018

Accor owned Sofitel has today announced it has got into bed with Hainan Airlines to bring the French based hoteliers range of Sofitel MyBed products to the Chinese carrier’s business class…

Travel Tech

Bosch pairs with Amadeus, Chrome River for seamless business travel experience

Kristin Mariano Nov 27, 2018

Engineering and electronics company Bosch aims to digitise its primitive business travel tools for the benefit of its more than 400,000 employees worldwide.

Airlines and Aviation

Xiamen Airlines: Ingenico understands the “unique requirements and opportunities” of a growing airline

Alastair Newport Oct 30, 2018

Xiamen Airlines, a subsidiary of China Southen Airlines, has announced a partnership deal with electronic payments specialists Ingenico, to develop the carrier’s online transactions…

Travel Tech

Eurostar’s new robot provides travel info, takes selfies on request

Christian Tolentino Oct 29, 2018

High-speed train service provider, Eurostar, has introduced an interactive humanoid that offers a new way of providing travel information.

Hotels

Cycas Hospitality to manage Hyatt Place Rouen

Kristin Mariano Sep 13, 2018

Cycas Hospitality signs its second deal in France to manage Hyatt Place Rouen, marking its continued expansion into Europe. The deal brings the company closer to its goal to manage up to…

Tourism

The French Way: BLS to process France visas for Jordan

Mili Aug 23, 2018

BLS International, provider of visa, passport, attestation and citizen services to the Governments across the world has now commenced servicing the French Government.

Hotels

Room and Bordeaux: First French Hilton Garden Inn launched

Alastair Newport Aug 14, 2018

Hilton has announced the opening of its first Hilton Garden Inn property in Brodeaux, France this weekend.

Expedition Cruising

Fred. Olsen offers last minute summer cruises with September sailings

Kristin Mariano Aug 13, 2018

Looking for last minute trip this summer? Pack your bags and board the Fred. Olsen Cruise Lines for any of its four cruise deals starting at GBP 399 (USD 509) in September.

Air

The French connection: Emirates launches daily flights from Dubai to Lyon

Mili Jul 26, 2018

UAE's premier carrier Emirates recently announced daily connections to the French city Lyon, raising the frequency between the two cities to seven per week.

Hospitality

DoubleTree makes fairytale debut in Carcassonne, France

Christian Tolentino Jul 23, 2018

France’s medieval city of Carcassonne has welcomed the country’s first DoubleTree by Hilton, joining nine other Hilton properties in the country.

Travel Agents

The “unprecedented” Mediterranean Luxe up and running in Asia

Alastair Newport Jun 25, 2018

Flush with the spirit of fraternity, the nations of France, Monaco and Spain have joined forces to come together in what has been described by the group, as an “unprecedented collaboration”,…

Air

Eastern Airlines launches new summer service to Rodez

Alastair Newport Jun 5, 2018

British airlines Eastern Airways has announced that it is bringing back its popular seasonal Southampton Airport to Rodez service for summer 2018.

Cruise

Brittany Ferries adds two new Stena E-Flexers as part of £400m refurb

Alastair Newport May 30, 2018

Brittany Ferries just announced it will bolstering its fleet with two new ships as part of the French shipping companies £400m drive to refresh and modernise its current fleet of 12. Both of…

Transport

Sanef Tolling gifts UK drivers hassle-free travel in France, Spain, and Portugal

Kristin Mariano May 22, 2018

UK drivers will be on the fast lane in the roads of France, Spain, and Portugal thanks to the expansion of Sanef Tolling’s automatic toll payment system.

Train

Connecting with 68,000 Travelport agents could be the lifeline Eurostar needs

Alastair Newport May 22, 2018

Following Travelport’s response to Travel Daily’s assessment of its future last week, the travel commerce platform has now announced it has signed an agreement with Eurostar, to supply the…

Transport

Europcar changes name; stays positive for the future

Kristin Mariano May 22, 2018

Europcar Group is now Europcar Mobility Group that shareholders think embodies the visual identity of the company.

Hotels

AccorHotels’ acquisition spree continues with Atton Hoteles

Kristin Mariano May 17, 2018

It’s just been weeks since AccorHotels bought Switzerland’s Mövenpick Hotels & Resorts for US$567 million, but the French hotel giant is not done yet, expanding its portfolio as it…

Hospitality

Small Luxury Hotels of the World announces five new hotels this May

Christian Tolentino May 10, 2018

Small Luxury Hotels of the World (SLH) added five new properties this May including four newly opened hotels to its spirited global portfolio.

Hospitality

Inspired by vintage photography, Curio Collection hotel opens in Paris

Christian Tolentino May 9, 2018

Niepce Paris Hotel, named after influential French photographer Janine Niepce, officially opened, joining Curio Collection’s portfolio of hand-picked and personality-driven hotels.

Air

China Airlines new code share partnership to drive closer links between France and Taiwan

Alastair Newport Apr 18, 2018

Following the announcement towards the end of last year of Air France’s partnership with Vietnam Airlines, the French carrier has released details of another Asian collaboration, this time…

France

Cycas Hospitality enters France to manage the first dual-branded Hyatt property in Europe

Christian Tolentino Apr 10, 2018

Cycas Hospitality has entered the French market with an inaugural deal with Hyatt, following a detailed feasibility study showing a market for extended-stay hotels. Continuing its…

Air

Eurostar debuts London to Amsterdam train route – we look at the pros and cons of ‘The Chunnel’ versus flying

Kristin Mariano Apr 6, 2018

Eurostar’s new service from London to Amsterdam made its maiden voyage on 5 April - despite the French rail industry doing everything they could to ruin the party with their strike.

Air

Travelport and Air France KLM sign new deal for content distribution, removing GDS charges for agents

Christian Tolentino Mar 29, 2018

Travelport signed a deal with Air France KLM to distribute its content through a private channel arrangement, allowing agents to avoid the carrier’s GDS charge. The deal allows customers…

European travel trends infographic proves old flames never go out – and Asians spend 32% more on accommodation than locals

Alastair Newport Mar 23, 2018

Travel tech group HospitalityUnited.Club have created European Travel Trends, an infographic outlining key travel metrics and indicators in the continent during 2017.

Corporate & Business

Start-up carves its own niche in the alternative accommodations scene

Simon Willmore Feb 9, 2018

We recently touched base with Valéry Linÿer, CEO and founder of MagicStay, to show us how a rental platform dedicated to business travellers holds its own.

Special Reports

Discover a different area of the Champagne region in Haute-Marne

Jill Sayles Feb 5, 2018

Situated in the Champagne region, Haute-Marne is an area of beautiful countryside with many leisure activities and local products. Steeped in history, castles, abbeys and picturesque towns,…

Corporate & Business

MagicStay accelerates growth securing EUR 1.5 million investment

Simon Willmore Jan 30, 2018

B2B alternative accommodations rental platform for business tourism recently earned EUR 1.5 million (US$1.86 million) in its latest fundraiser.

Consumer

Going places by making faces: Vacation glow inspires Expedia collab with Estee Lauder

Simon Willmore Jan 22, 2018

Both lifestyle brands jointly offer the opportunity to win the trip-of-a-lifetime to one of eight dream destinations from now until May 2018.

Cruise

European Waterways offers spring savings

Jill Sayles Jan 17, 2018

European Waterways is offering up to 20% off both cabins and charters in Burgundy, France on its spring 2018 hotel barge cruising season. The offer is available for selected departures in…

Cruise

European Waterways announces two-week trips

Jill Sayles Nov 10, 2017 17

Luxury hotel barge operator European Waterways is offering new “Back-to-Back” two-week cruise options. Next Summer guests can book the Panache hotel barge in Champagne and…

Airlines and Aviation

Air France and Vietnam Airlines sign joint-venture agreement

Alastair Newport Oct 17, 2017 18

Air France and Vietnam Airlines announced the signing of a comprehensive strategic partnership allowing the two airlines to optimize their services between France, Europe and Vietnam and to…

Cruise

European Waterways offers 10% off holidays in France

Jill Sayles Aug 15, 2017

European Waterways is offering a selection of 2017 late-season specials with 10% off for cabins and whole boat charters. The specials apply to hotel barges that cruise France’s…

Tourism

Villages Nature® Paris opens this summer

Jill Sayles Jun 28, 2017

Villages Nature® Paris a new eco-break holiday complex will open this August. It is based 32kms from Paris and minutes from Disneyland® Paris. Villages Nature® Paris has a range…

Airlines and Aviation

SIA adds more flights to Paris

Mark Elliott Jun 14, 2017

Singapore Airlines (SIA) will increase the number of flights it operates to Paris this winter. The national carrier has confirmed that from 29 October 2017 to 24 March 2018, it will…

Cruise

CroisiEurope inaugurates MS Douce France II on the Rhine

Jill Sayles Jun 13, 2017

CroisiEurope inaugurated its latest vessel, the MS Douce France II, during a dockside ceremony in Strasbourg on 31 May. Following a complete makeover, the former MS Douce France has…

Cruise

Fincantieri to become majority holder in STX France

Simon Willmore May 22, 2017

Fincantieri, the builders of such mega liners Oasis of the Seas and Allure of the Seas, has announced that it signed a share purchase agreement for the acquisition of 66.66% of the share…

Tourism

Paris focuses on the future as tourism starts to recover

Mark Elliott May 20, 2017

Paris is looking ahead to a brighter future, as tourists start returning to the city in greater numbers. The French capital suffered a sharp drop in visitor numbers following the…

Tourism Boards

马来西亚旅游局和亚航签订合作备忘录

Mark Elliott May 13, 2017

日前，连续8年荣获世界最佳低成本航空公司的亚洲航空与马来西亚旅游促进局正式签署市场营销合作协议以共同推广马来西亚旅游。此次合作协议由马来西亚旅游促进局副局长拿督斯里阿都卡尼(Dato’ Sri Abdul Khani Daud)及亚洲航空（马来西亚）公司商务总监李德龙(Spencer Lee)共同签署，马来西亚旅游文化部长拿督Dato’ Seri Mohamed Nazri…

Airlines and Aviation

Jet adds European links from Chennai, Bengaluru

Mark Elliott Apr 25, 2017

Jet Airways will start flying direct from Chennai and Bengaluru to Europe later this year, with the launch of two new long-haul routes. Commencing 29 October 2017, the Indian carrier…

Bulgaria

Bulgaria best-value European destination this summer

Aaron Greenwood Apr 16, 2017

Bargain hunters looking for a holiday where their pounds will stretch furthest should head to Bulgaria, according to this year’s Post Office Travel Money Holiday Costs Barometer, which…

Sports Tourism

AccorHotels partners with Roland Garros for Grand Slam package

Gemma Greenwood Apr 7, 2017

For the third year running, AccorHotels is teaming up with the French Tennis Open for a unique two-day experience. From 22 May to 11 June, the Parisian Dream adventure offers guests the…

Hotels

AccorHotels caters for Chinese guests with UnionPay

Mark Elliott Apr 7, 2017

To cater for the rising number of Chinese visitors to France, AccorHotels has started accepting UnionPay International as a payment method at some of its French properties. Under the…

London and Paris to partner on tourism initiatives

Aaron Greenwood Mar 28, 2017

The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, and the Mayor of Paris, Anne Hidalgo, have announced new business and tourism collaborations to attract international visitors to both cities and help…

United States

Where to Stay: New hotels in Hong Kong, New York, Paris and more…

Mark Elliott Mar 16, 2017

Little Tai Hang Location: In the Tai Hang neighbourhood of Hong Kong, close to Causeway Bay and Victoria Park Grade: Upscale Keys: 91, including serviced apartments Facilities:…

Train

Eurostar releases tickets for new high-speed Bordeaux route

Aaron Greenwood Mar 15, 2017

Eurostar has opened ticket sales for the new route from London to Bordeaux. The new high-speed line in France will reduce journey time by over one hour, offering passengers a more…

Airlines and Aviation

Etihad to fly largest aircraft to Paris

Mark Elliott Mar 15, 2017

Etihad Airways has confirmed that it will deploy its largest aircraft, the Airbus A380, on its Abu Dhabi-Paris route this summer. The double-decker jet will operate one of the…