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Qatar Airways Touches Down for the First Time in Lyon, France
The national carrier of the State of Qatar expands its network in France with four weekly direct flights to Lyon, a city of architectural landmarks and award-winning culinary experiences
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.
First Radisson Individuals opens in Normandy
Radisson Hotel Group is delighted to announce the opening of its first Radisson Individuals property in France’s Normandy region, the charming Les Maisons de Léa, a member of Radisson Individuals. Located in the heart of the main square of Honfleur, Les Maisons de Léa, a member of Radisson Individuals is a boutique hotel composed of a main building that dates back to the 16th century as a former salt storehouse, and five adjacent houses that were added subsequently, resulting in the property’s name.
Marty Hotel Bordeaux, Tapestry Collection by Hilton Opens in the Heart of Bordeaux
Marty Hotel Bordeaux, Tapestry Collection by Hilton opened to guests in the Mériadeck business district. With its unique industrial style, the vibrant hotel is designed to be an inspiring, creative, and lively setting to immerse travelers and locals alike with the neighborhood.
Accor Live Limitless Announces Official Support of Rugby World Cup 2023 in France
ALL – Accor Live Limitless, Accor’s booking platform and loyalty program, announces its Official Support of Rugby World Cup 2023, marking another development in ALL’s ongoing collaboration with global sporting events.
Accor and Jin Jiang Hotels sign Memorandum of Understanding
The two hospitality leaders join forces to drive innovative development methods in the hotel industry
New rail service between Belgium and France
Belgium’s Lineas and DFDS are joining forces to transport containers and trailers from the port of Gothenburg via Ghent at North Sea Port on rail to Lyon - and vice versa. It will create a connection between Sweden, Belgium, and France.
IHG Hotels & Resorts expands Holiday Inn brand family with 13 new signings and 2 openings
IHG Hotels & Resorts, one of the world’s leading hotel companies, continues to demonstrate the strength of its Holiday Inn brand family in Southern Europe, as it signs 13 hotels and opens a further two, including a brand debut – Holiday Inn Express & Suites Portimão – and a market debut – Holiday Inn Express Sofia Airport in Bulgaria.
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
Paris’s 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.
The Rouen Armada, France. The world’s leading tall ship festival returns from 8 to 18 June 2023
A tourist festival in the heart of Normandy: From 8 to 18 June, the tall ships can be visited free of charge and everyone can attend numerous events including the sailors’ parade in the city centre, the sailors’ race, the “boat” race, street performances, concerts, fireworks, the grand parade and much more.
Ski season in Europe
easyJet, Europe’s number one major airport operator and France’s number two short and medium haul airline, has put on sale two million seats to its most popular ski routes across Europe this winter. As heavy snowfalls are expected throughout the coming weeks, the airline is launching its first full ski flying programme in over two years. easyJet’s ski flying programme in Europe is also increasing by 30% this winter compared to 2022