https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/paris/ Paris News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T10:23:15+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bon-voyage-qantas-celebrates-new-paris-flights-with-french-inspired-onboard/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bon-voyage-qantas-celebrates-new-paris-flights-with-french-inspired-onboard/ Qantas announced today it will roll out classic French-inspired menus, limited-edition pyjamas and amenity kits as it prepares to launch new direct services between Perth and Paris from next month. Taking off from 12 July, the Flying Kangaroo will be the only airline to offer direct flights between Perth and Paris, adding more than 75,000 seats between Australia and Europe each year. Tue, 25 Jun 2024 07:27:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/radisson-collection-unveils-iconic-hotel-in-parisian-landmark/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/radisson-collection-unveils-iconic-hotel-in-parisian-landmark/ Radisson Hotel Group partners with Redevco to introduce the Radisson Collection brand to Paris with the upcoming opening of a landmark hotel in the BPM development near the Louvre Museum and Le Marais. Scheduled to welcome guests in early 2027, the hotel will offer 57 rooms spread across the fifth to eighth floors of an iconic Haussman building, featuring a green rooftop with stunning panoramic views of Paris. Thu, 02 May 2024 06:17:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihads-a380-to-say-bonjour-to-paris/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihads-a380-to-say-bonjour-to-paris/ Etihad Airways is delighted to announce it will start flying its A380 double-decker to Paris, CDG from 1 November, 2024. The French capital becomes the third major city to enjoy the Etihad A380 experience after London and New York. Thu, 25 Apr 2024 06:35:07 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/domaine-de-la-reine-margot-paris-issy-opens-its-doors-in-issy-les-moulineau/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/domaine-de-la-reine-margot-paris-issy-opens-its-doors-in-issy-les-moulineau/ A new addition to the MGallery collection, located a stone’s throw from Paris Mon, 25 Mar 2024 07:33:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-and-moet-hennessy-offer-elite-skywards-members-exclusive-trip-to-f/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-and-moet-hennessy-offer-elite-skywards-members-exclusive-trip-to-f/ Emirates and Moët Hennessy collaborate to provide a once-in-a-lifetime experience for Emirates Skywards Gold and Platinum members, offering them the chance to bid Skywards Miles for a luxury trip to France. This exclusive experience includes a two-day visit to the Champagne region and a two-day exploration of Paris. Fri, 09 Feb 2024 08:15:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/2024-whats-new-in-france/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/2024-whats-new-in-france/ With many new and exciting openings, exhibitions, sustainable tourism initiatives, major anniversaries (including Impressionism and D-Day) and the Paris 2024 Summer Olympic & Paralympic Games, it is without doubt that 2024 is the year to travel to France! Browse all 2024 news at a glance in the list below Fri, 17 Nov 2023 06:24:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eccentric-family-travel-to-paris-for-halloween/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eccentric-family-travel-to-paris-for-halloween/ As Halloween approaches, an eccentric and delightfully macabre family have boarded a Vueling flight to Paris-Orly. Tue, 31 Oct 2023 07:06:20 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/brand-new-iconic-hotel-debuts-in-paris/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/brand-new-iconic-hotel-debuts-in-paris/ Located on the lively Rue Cadet, the newest hotel from the family-run Leitmotiv hotel chain is called La Fantaisie. Sun, 20 Aug 2023 07:44:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/xiamen-paris-non-stop-flight-launched-by-xiamen-airlines/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/xiamen-paris-non-stop-flight-launched-by-xiamen-airlines/ On July 6, Beijing time, Xiamen Airlines officially launched a non-stop flight from Xiamen to Paris, the 12th intercontinental route of Xiamen Airlines, and also the first intercontinental route launched by the airline since COVID-19 pandemic occurred. Fri, 07 Jul 2023 04:00:17 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/on-location-unveils-hospitality-and-travel-packages-for-the-paris-olympics/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/on-location-unveils-hospitality-and-travel-packages-for-the-paris-olympics/ On Location, the official and exclusive hospitality provider for the Olympic and Paralympic Games, unveils today its Hospitality and Travel Packages for the Opening Ceremony of the Olympic Games Paris 2024. Olympic fans and companies globally will have unprecedented access to a historic Opening Ceremony in Paris through one single provider. Fri, 12 May 2023 06:40:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/resonance-consultancy-reveals-europes-best-cities-in-2023/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/resonance-consultancy-reveals-europes-best-cities-in-2023/ The global place branding advisor today announced Europe’s 100 top-performing cities in their inaugural 2023 Europe’s Best Cities Report. Wed, 19 Apr 2023 06:00:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/viking-announces-new-river-voyage-for-2024-paris-d-day-80th-anniversary/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/viking-announces-new-river-voyage-for-2024-paris-d-day-80th-anniversary/ Viking®  has announced its new Paris & D-Day 80th Anniversary voyage for the 2024 European river season. With departure dates running from March through November 2024, the special 12-day voyage from London to Paris will commemorate Operation Overlord and the historic battles of Normandy, which took place nearly 80 years ago and served as the catalyst to the liberation of Western Europe from German occupation. Sun, 19 Mar 2023 08:28:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/radisson-hotel-group-debuts-first-radisson-individuals-property-in-paris-ho/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/radisson-hotel-group-debuts-first-radisson-individuals-property-in-paris-ho/ Radisson Hotel Group announces the opening of Hotel YAC Paris Clichy, a member of Radisson Individuals, the Group’s first Radisson Individuals property in Paris, located in the leafy suburbs of the city of lights. Fri, 17 Mar 2023 06:54:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hilton-set-for-greatest-year-of-growth-in-france/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hilton-set-for-greatest-year-of-growth-in-france/ With a record year of openings in France ahead, Hilton continues its rapid multi‑brand, multi‑destination expansion across the country with a number of strong French owners Wed, 15 Mar 2023 06:47:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/pariss-notre-dame-cathedral-to-reopen-to-the-public-after-devastating-fire/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/pariss-notre-dame-cathedral-to-reopen-to-the-public-after-devastating-fire/ France’s Notre Dame Cathedral is expected to reopen for visitors and Catholic masses at the end of 2024. It will be less than six years after a shocking fire tore through the roof of the building. Tue, 07 Mar 2023 08:41:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/azul-announces-nonstop-flights-to-paris/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/azul-announces-nonstop-flights-to-paris/ Azul, the largest Airline in Brazil in terms of departures and destinations; announces today the expansion of its international long-haul network and the addition of its 2nd European destination.  Nonstop service from the Sao Paulo – Viracopos hub to Paris Orly airport will begin on April 26th. Sat, 18 Feb 2023 09:26:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/disneyland-resort-celebrates-disney100/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/disneyland-resort-celebrates-disney100/ The Walt Disney Company marks its 100th anniversary in 2023, and the Disneyland Resort will celebrate the milestone with new experiences and entertainment, décor, specialty treats and more throughout the year, beginning Jan. 27, 2023. Sat, 28 Jan 2023 07:42:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-reveal-paris-as-the-worlds-most-powerful-city-destination/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/wttc-reveal-paris-as-the-worlds-most-powerful-city-destination/ New research from the World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) reveals French capital Paris as the world’s most powerful city destination but predicts it will be overtaken by Beijing by 2032. Sun, 22 Jan 2023 07:06:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/what-could-be-more-romantic-than-a-honeymoon-in-the-city-of-love/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/what-could-be-more-romantic-than-a-honeymoon-in-the-city-of-love/ What could be more romantic than a honeymoon in the City of Love? For a room with views of the world-famous Eiffel Tower, choose Canopy by Hilton Paris Trocadero and you’ll see the momentous iron sculpture every day and get a private viewing of its sparkling lights every night Sat, 31 Dec 2022 08:01:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fly-private-with-royaljet-to-the-top-destinations-of-the-world/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/fly-private-with-royaljet-to-the-top-destinations-of-the-world/ Travel at your own convenience, amidst comfort and luxury, to some of the most beautiful places on earth Thu, 29 Dec 2022 07:38:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hotel-maison-colbert-melia-collection-named-one-of-the-best-luxury-hotels-i/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hotel-maison-colbert-melia-collection-named-one-of-the-best-luxury-hotels-i/ Located in the heart of Paris, the hotel was named Best Art Boutique Hotel in Europe at the Luxury Hotel Awards Mon, 31 Oct 2022 09:42:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihg-hotels-resorts-bolsters-french-market-presence-with-the-signing-of-a-ne/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ihg-hotels-resorts-bolsters-french-market-presence-with-the-signing-of-a-ne/ IHG Hotels & Resorts (IHG), one of the world’s leading hotel companies, is delighted to announce the signing of a new voco hotel in Paris - voco Paris Porte de Clichy Wed, 12 Oct 2022 11:59:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bat-out-of-hell-the-musical-goes-full-throttle-for-sold-out-opening-night-a/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bat-out-of-hell-the-musical-goes-full-throttle-for-sold-out-opening-night-a/ Bat Out of Hell – The Musical celebrated its highly anticipated official opening in its brand-new, immersive theatre at Paris Las Vegas on Oct. 7, 2022. The sold-out audience filled with VIPs, rock fans and musical theatre enthusiasts alike were treated to an electrifying performance of back-to-back hit numbers from Jim Steinman and Meat Loaf’s best-selling albums including “Bat Out of Hell” and “Bat Out of Hell: Back to Hell,” Tue, 11 Oct 2022 05:59:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/vogue-and-sofitel-share-their-secrets-on-mastering-the-art-de-vivre/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/vogue-and-sofitel-share-their-secrets-on-mastering-the-art-de-vivre/ Sofitel Hotels & Resorts, the first international luxury hotel brand to originate from France and a celebrated ambassador of French culture around the world, is delighted to announce an unprecedented global partnership with Vogue. Mon, 03 Oct 2022 10:40:41 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ennismore-reaches-major-milestone-with-the-opening-of-its-100th-property/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ennismore-reaches-major-milestone-with-the-opening-of-its-100th-property/ Ennismore, the fastest-growing lifestyle hospitality company globally, is delighted to announce it has reached a significant milestone in its journey with the opening of its 100th property, cementing its position as a leader in lifestyle hospitality. Tue, 27 Sep 2022 06:58:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/venice-simplon-orient-express-debuts-winter-2022-journeys/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/venice-simplon-orient-express-debuts-winter-2022-journeys/ The Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, A Belmond Train, Europe, has unveiled its December journeys. This festive season, the distinct midnight-blue carriages will glide through Europe’s winter-scapes on one-night journeys to Florence, Paris, Venice and Vienna. Wed, 14 Sep 2022 06:00:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/shannonairport-welcomes-inaugural-vueling-service-to-paris/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/shannonairport-welcomes-inaugural-vueling-service-to-paris/ There was plenty of ‘Bonjour’ and ‘Bon Voyage’ as Shannon Airport staff welcomed the start of a brand-new service to Paris Orly with a new carrier, Vueling. The twice weekly service to Paris Orly Airport will operate on Mondays and Fridays from today. Wed, 14 Sep 2022 05:26:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/french-tourism-relishes-outstanding-year/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/french-tourism-relishes-outstanding-year/ Tourists have started rushing to France once again as this year turns into an outstanding year and it’s not yet over, said the tourism minister of the country as France springs back to tourism from two summers that were hit by the destructive pandemic. Wed, 31 Aug 2022 06:33:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-light-up-the-parc-des-princes-with-a-match-day-takeover-and-a/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/qatar-airways-light-up-the-parc-des-princes-with-a-match-day-takeover-and-a/ The sea of Les Rouge et Bleu was joined by burgundy at Parc des Princes this Sunday as Paris Saint-Germain celebrated its new Official Jersey Partner, Qatar Airways. The airline, which was named the team’s Official Airline Partner in 2020 and most recently became the Official Jersey Partner in June 2022, hosted multiple celebrations with fans both in-person and virtually to commemorate the partnership. Tue, 30 Aug 2022 07:44:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/onefinestay-launches-exceptional-new-stays-in-paris/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/onefinestay-launches-exceptional-new-stays-in-paris/ onefinestay, the leading luxury private rental brand offering the world’s finest homes and service, re-launches its Paris Home Collection, unveiling new stays in the finest addresses within the City of Light. Wed, 24 Aug 2022 06:50:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/voco-paris-montparnasse-takes-brand-into-france/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/voco-paris-montparnasse-takes-brand-into-france/ The brand will also debut in the picturesque Strasbourg later this year, in the unofficial champagne capital Reims, with a new hotel to follow in Beaune, Burgundy, in 2022. Mon, 28 Sep 2020 08:29:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/long-term-future-looks-bright-for-paris-hotel-market/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/long-term-future-looks-bright-for-paris-hotel-market/ Once the Paris hotel sector overcomes the initial period of recovery, the longer term, post-Covid-19 future looks promising, according to the latest research. The Olympic Games in 2024, for example, is expected to provide a much-needed boost to tourism, according to HVS. Thu, 14 May 2020 08:50:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-astana-to-launch-second-paris-connection-next-summer/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-astana-to-launch-second-paris-connection-next-summer/ Air Astana has unveiled plans for a new service from Paris to Almaty, with the route set to launch in June. The flights will operate three times a week using the carrier’s new Airbus A321LR, which entered revenue service on the Air Astana network last month. Mon, 25 Nov 2019 10:04:48 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hotel-lutetia-welcomes-coppola-inspired-suite/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hotel-lutetia-welcomes-coppola-inspired-suite/ Hotel Lutetia has unveiled the St Germain Penthouse by Coppola, designed in collaboration with legendary auteur and Parisian habitué Francis Ford Coppola. Designed by renowned architect Jean-Michel Wilmotte, the suite honours both its magical Left Bank location and the cinematic art of the director. Thu, 24 Oct 2019 08:01:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-director-of-sales-for-molitor-paris/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-director-of-sales-for-molitor-paris/ Molitor has appointed Laura Cuinier to the role of director of sales. She brings extensive sales experience with a focus on MICE, leisure and corporate clients, and business development with a particular focus on the UK, French and US markets. Fri, 04 Oct 2019 13:09:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hotel-du-louvre-joins-unbound-collection-in-paris/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hotel-du-louvre-joins-unbound-collection-in-paris/ As part of the Unbound Collection by Hyatt, a collection of distinct hotels with their own narrative, Hôtel du Louvre sits in the heart of the city’s Palais-Royal district, surrounded by the Musée du Louvre, the Comédie-Française, the Palais Garnier and Palais Royal. Fri, 07 Jun 2019 08:43:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/millon-assumes-leadership-of-molitor-paris/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/millon-assumes-leadership-of-molitor-paris/ Molitor has announced the appointment of Gregory Millon as general manager. Millon takes the helm during an exciting year for Molitor as it celebrates its 90th anniversary and commemorates a rich, vibrant history. Thu, 16 May 2019 15:52:42 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hotel-banke-takes-autograph-collection-into-paris-for-first-time/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hotel-banke-takes-autograph-collection-into-paris-for-first-time/ Hotel Banke has joined Autograph Collection Hotels, Marriott International’s collection of independent hotels. The property becomes the first in Paris and the fourth in France to join the portfolio of one-of-a-kind properties around the world. Tue, 14 May 2019 09:17:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/le-bristol-paris-partners-with-lavier-for-radical-new-suite/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/le-bristol-paris-partners-with-lavier-for-radical-new-suite/ Le Bristol Paris has invited guests to spend a surreal night’s sleep in the Paris Suite. The space has been reimagined by radical pop artist Bertand Lavier and transformed into a ‘live-in’ exhibit. Thu, 09 May 2019 07:19:36 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/governato-to-lead-the-peninsula-paris/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/governato-to-lead-the-peninsula-paris/ The Peninsula Paris has appointed Mauro Governato to the role of general manager. He began his career in the food and beverage industry, working in Michelin-starred restaurants across Europe for a 15-year period. Wed, 08 May 2019 05:55:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/easyjet-takes-off-for-paris-charles-de-gaulle-from-stansted/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/easyjet-takes-off-for-paris-charles-de-gaulle-from-stansted/ easyJet has launched its first flight from London Stansted to Paris Charles de Gaulle, which will operate throughout the summer. It is hoped the new route will carry over 31,000 passengers this summer. Wed, 03 Apr 2019 07:42:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hotel-banke-takes-autograph-collection-into-paris/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/hotel-banke-takes-autograph-collection-into-paris/ Autograph Collection has revealed the latest addition to its portfolio, Hotel Banke. The deal marks the brand’s entry to Paris and becomes the fourth property in France. Wed, 13 Mar 2019 07:22:01 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ascott-welcomes-la-clef-champs-elysees-paris-to-crest-collection/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ascott-welcomes-la-clef-champs-elysees-paris-to-crest-collection/ The Ascott has opened La Clef Champs-Élysées Paris in France, its third property under The Crest Collection. The brand is a prized selection of some of Ascott’s most prestigious and unique luxury serviced residences. Fri, 08 Feb 2019 10:32:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-luxury-collection-welcomes-hotel-de-berri-to-paris/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-luxury-collection-welcomes-hotel-de-berri-to-paris/ The Luxury Collection has welcomed the grand opening of Hôtel de Berri, a Luxury Collection Hotel, Paris. Owned by the Dokhan family, Hôtel de Berri offers eclectic, bold and refined designs devoted to the Parisian way of life. Tue, 11 Dec 2018 09:09:10 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-and-paris-launch-first-ever-joint-marketing-campaign/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-and-paris-launch-first-ever-joint-marketing-campaign/ For the first time ever, London and Paris are joining forces to show how easy it is to discover both as one amazing destination using the Eurostar which takes travellers between the city centres in just two hours 15 minutes. Wed, 31 Oct 2018 09:43:15 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gare-du-nord-to-triple-in-size-ahead-of-paris-olympics/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gare-du-nord-to-triple-in-size-ahead-of-paris-olympics/ Gare du Nord in Paris will triple in size by 2024, just in time for the 2024 Olympics Games, which will be hosted by the French capital. Architect Denis Valode will lead the transformation, an operation similar in size to the one conducted by the architect Jacques Ignace Hittorff in 1864. Wed, 11 Jul 2018 09:29:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/openskies-becomes-level-in-paris-with-first-departure/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/openskies-becomes-level-in-paris-with-first-departure/ The inaugural French flight on International Airlines Group’s long-haul, low-cost airline brand will arrive into Montreal at 21:30 with more than 300 passengers on board a new Airbus A330-200 aircraft. Mon, 02 Jul 2018 09:26:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/renaissance-paris-vendome-hotel-reopens-following-revamp/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/renaissance-paris-vendome-hotel-reopens-following-revamp/ Renaissance Paris Vendome Hotel has been unveiled following a multi-million-euro transformation of its guest rooms and public spaces Fri, 08 Jun 2018 08:50:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bulgari-hotels-reveals-plans-for-paris-property/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/bulgari-hotels-reveals-plans-for-paris-property/ Bulgari Hotels & Resorts has signed a new hotel in Paris, scheduled to open in 2020. The new opening will follow the ones in Beijing and Dubai in 2017, Shanghai in 2018 and Moscow in 2020, and thus bring the Bulgari Hotels & Resorts collection to eight properties, including Milan, London and Bali. Fri, 09 Mar 2018 15:19:24 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/paris-convention-centre-brings-world-beating-facilities-to-french-capital/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/paris-convention-centre-brings-world-beating-facilities-to-french-capital/ Paris Convention Centre has been inaugurated in the presence of Valérie Pécresse, president of the Île-de-France Regional Council, Anne Hidalgo, mayor of Paris, and Michel Cadot, prefect of police for Paris. Tue, 28 Nov 2017 11:32:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/iag-takes-level-brand-to-paris-with-new-orly-flights/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/iag-takes-level-brand-to-paris-with-new-orly-flights/ International Airlines Group will launch flights to Montreal, New York, Guadeloupe and Martinique from Paris Orly from July 2018 via Level - its low cost long-haul airline brand. Tue, 28 Nov 2017 11:20:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ioc-confirms-paris-and-los-angeles-at-next-olympics-hosts/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/ioc-confirms-paris-and-los-angeles-at-next-olympics-hosts/ The International Olympic Committee has elected Paris as host city of the 2024 Olympic Games, with Los Angeles taking on the role for 2028. The announcement, made during an IOC meeting in Lima, Peru, was considered a mere formality after a raft of bidding cities dropped out of the process. Thu, 14 Sep 2017 09:49:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gare-du-nord-reopens-in-paris-following-security-alert/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/gare-du-nord-reopens-in-paris-following-security-alert/ Gare Du Nord in Paris has reopened after a security alert saw the station briefly closed. The station, in the north of the city and home to Eurostar services, was evacuated and cordoned off by heavily armed police late on Monday. Tue, 09 May 2017 07:40:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/crowne-plaza-paris-neuilly-opens-in-france/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/crowne-plaza-paris-neuilly-opens-in-france/ InterContinental Hotels Group has welcomed the opening of Crowne Plaza Paris – Neuilly. Located in the prestigious residential neighbourhood of Neuilly, close to the American Hospital of Paris, the 281-guest room hotel is ideal for business travellers as it is close to La Défense, the city’s major business district. Wed, 29 Mar 2017 14:07:54 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-partners-with-paris-for-ground-breaking-business-and-tourism-partner/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-partners-with-paris-for-ground-breaking-business-and-tourism-partner/ London mayor Sadiq Khan and the mayor of Paris, Anne Hidalgo, today announced new business and tourism collaborations to attract international visitors to both cities and help companies based in London and Paris to expand into new international markets. Tue, 28 Mar 2017 11:23:34 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/suspect-shot-at-louvre-paris/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/suspect-shot-at-louvre-paris/ Parisian security officials have launched a major security operation after an incident at the Louvre. A French soldier on guard at the museum opened fire on a suspected attacker. Fri, 03 Feb 2017 10:40:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eva-air-to-go-daily-on-paris-taipei-route/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eva-air-to-go-daily-on-paris-taipei-route/ EVA Air has announced an increased service on its Paris-Taipei route which will operate daily, non-stop flights as of Monday, October 10th. Increasing from three-times-weekly, EVA Air will continue to operate its existing service with the iconic Hello Kitty Hand-in-Hand Jet, introducing a modern, standard livery Boeing 777-300ER for the additional four flights to the European City of Light. Fri, 08 Jul 2016 05:56:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/paris-attractions-close-due-to-flood-risk/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/paris-attractions-close-due-to-flood-risk/ Two of Paris’s most famous tourist attractions, the Louvre and Musee d’Orsay, have been closed due to flooding in the French capital. Fri, 03 Jun 2016 12:46:00 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/allegri-takes-up-leadership-role-with-le-bristol-paris/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/allegri-takes-up-leadership-role-with-le-bristol-paris/ Frank Marrenbach, chief executive of Oetker Collection, has announced the recent appointment of Luca Allegri to the role of managing director of Le Bristol Paris. Allegri will take over the leadership of the award-wining Parisian palace in August 2016. He will take over from Philippe Perd who has been assigned this function temporarily on top of his role of managing director of Hotel du Cap-Eden-Roc in Antibes. Tue, 31 May 2016 08:44:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/yotel-set-to-open-at-charles-de-gaulle-airport-in-july/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/yotel-set-to-open-at-charles-de-gaulle-airport-in-july/ Yotel has announced the Paris location for their next hotel opening. Due to open in July, it will be the first ever in-terminal hotel at Charles de Gaulle Airport. The luxury cabins will be situated in the secure transit area in Terminal 2E, home to Air France and the SkyTeam Global Alliance. Yotel’s Paris launch will form part of the opening of the brand new airport lounge area Instant Paris. Tue, 12 Apr 2016 09:55:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/discovering-paris-with-an-electrical-bicycle-the-hotel-pont-royal/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/discovering-paris-with-an-electrical-bicycle-the-hotel-pont-royal/ Nestled in the heart of St-Germain-des-Près, sitting between antiquarians, typical Parisian brasseries and fancy shops, stands the Hotel Pont Royal, a fabulous literary hotel well-known for its signature bar since 1923. Praised by some very famous authors, such as Hemingway, Miller or even Sartre, the five-star hotel enjoys the perfect location for those who want to be near the most beautiful sights that the French capital has to offer. Wed, 22 Jul 2015 08:45:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-review-hotel-fouquets-barriere/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/breaking-travel-news-review-hotel-fouquets-barriere/ Hôtel Fouquet’s Barrière, situated just off the Avenue des Champs-Élysées in central Paris, has been recognised by the prestigious World Travel Awards as Europe’s Leading City Hotel. Here Chris O’Toole reports for Breaking Travel News on how the property is using its heritage in French cinema to wow its thoroughly modern guests. Thu, 16 Jan 2014 16:44:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/169m-cocaine-haul-seized-at-paris-airport/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/169m-cocaine-haul-seized-at-paris-airport/ Police in France have arrested six men after 1.3 tonnes of cocaine was seized from suitcases on board an Air France flight. Police discovered the stash of pure cocaine stuffed in 30 suitcases on September 11th in what is thought to be the largest drug haul ever made in the Paris area. Sun, 22 Sep 2013 13:07:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/train-crash-near-paris-kills-six/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/train-crash-near-paris-kills-six/ A rescue operation is under way to search for passengers of a train that crashed at Bretigny-sur-Orge, on Friday, killing at least six people and seriously injuring eight. The train, which had just left Paris, was heading for Limoges when it derailed, crashing into a crowded station platform at rush hour. Fri, 12 Jul 2013 09:04:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eiffel-tower-evacuated-after-bomb-scare/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/eiffel-tower-evacuated-after-bomb-scare/ The Eiffel Tower in Paris has been evacuated following an anonymous tip threatening to blow up the attraction, according to reports. Sat, 30 Mar 2013 21:57:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-david-beckham-effect-as-flights-to-paris-soar/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-david-beckham-effect-as-flights-to-paris-soar/ As David Beckham prepares to make his potential debut for Paris St Germain this coming Sunday 17th February, lastminute.com has seen a 34% uplift in flight bookings to Paris this month as UK fans hope to catch a glimpse of Becks in the flesh. Mon, 11 Feb 2013 23:30:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/paris-ile-de-france-to-welcome-brits-during-london-2012-olympic-games/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/paris-ile-de-france-to-welcome-brits-during-london-2012-olympic-games/ In an effort to overcome the sometimes surly reputation of the city, Paris Île-de-France has launched a campaign designed to wow British visitors during the upcoming London 2012 Olympic Games. Entitled ‘Celebrate Your Victories in Style’, the unorthodox promotion will see holidaymakers offered a chance to win a free break in Paris every time a British athlete claims a gold medal at the Games. Thu, 28 Jun 2012 12:34:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/french-press-conference-by-seychelles-authorities-takes-place-in-paris/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/french-press-conference-by-seychelles-authorities-takes-place-in-paris/ Two Seychelles Ministers, Alain St.Ange responsible for Tourism & Culture, and Joel Morgan, responsible for Internal Affairs & Transport, jointly led a tourism and aviation delegation to Paris, France, where they called a press conference following a full house meeting with French tour operators selling Seychelles and airlines linking Seychelles to France. Thu, 24 May 2012 20:30:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/hotel-le-bristol-unveils-results-of-100million-restoration/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/hotel-le-bristol-unveils-results-of-100million-restoration/ Recognised as Europe’s Leading Hotel by the prestigious World Travel Awards in 2011, Hôtel Le Bristol has recently unveiled the results of a €100million three year restoration programme. Breaking Travel News takes a look at the new signature suites, Spa Le Bristol by La Prairie, and Epicure restaurant. Fri, 23 Mar 2012 08:55:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/seychelles-tourism-office-in-paris-launches-an-aggressive-training-program/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/seychelles-tourism-office-in-paris-launches-an-aggressive-training-program/ As part of its B2B promotional activity program, the Seychelles Tourism Office in Paris is organizing a series of destination and product training for travel agents in Paris and suburbs (île de France) – called “les rendez-vous de l’Office du Tourisme des Seychelles.” Thu, 26 Jan 2012 17:30:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-is-better-than-paris-french-tourism-officials-conclude/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/london-is-better-than-paris-french-tourism-officials-conclude/ French officials have conceded that London offers a better tourism experience than Paris, following a survey they commissioned themselves to explore ways to boost international arrivals. Fri, 19 Nov 2010 12:30:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/paris-pins-recovery-hopes-on-us-tourists/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/paris-pins-recovery-hopes-on-us-tourists/ Paris is pinning its hopes on an influx of American tourists to bolster its flagging tourism numbers. The French capital registered an 11.1% slump in foreign visitors in the first half of the year, but showed signs of a rebound in numbers from the US, its largest source market. Thu, 27 Aug 2009 13:45:49 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090625151011453/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090625151011453/ Travellers to Paris are discovering there’s more to city of love than its amorous atmosphere, for it is also leading the way in bringing free wireless internet in its parks and other public spaces.Following an initiative launched two years ago, all 20 of the city’s arrondissements are heading towards wireless for the masses as they offer an ever growing number of internet hot spots. Thu, 25 Jun 2009 17:36:08 +0000