French Tourism News
Atout France brings largest ever advertising campaign to UK
Atout France, the France tourism development agency, and its partners, is continuing its biggest ever UK integrated marketing campaign retaining the creative strategy ‘What’s your tour de France?’ The campaign, devised by specialist travel and tourism creative agency, SOUK Response, is focused on re-establishing France as the UK’s favourite holiday destination and aims to increase visitor levels beyond that of visitors to rival European destinations such as Spain, Greece and Italy.
Breaking Travel News investigates: Holidays on the paradise island of Corsica
Sitting plumb in the centre of the Mediterranean Corsica has long been a favourite with European travellers, offering a mixture of sunkissed beaches, quality diving, stunning hiking and a raft of cultural attractions. Here Breaking Travel News’ reporter Alice McKeown explores its glitzy coastal cities, azure bays and quaint hilltop villages in a special report.
Le Bristol completes renovations with exquisite suite
Every palace needs a suite fit for royalty and none more so than Le Bristol – the ultimate Palace of Paris. This summer Le Bristol will unveil a new Royal Suite - the final part of a spectacular five year restoration project of the hotel costing €150 million.
Alps coach driver praised for bravery
The British coach driver who died in a crash in the French Alps has been praised for saving passengers lives. The coach, which was travelling from Alpe d’Huez to the UK, was carrying 50 staff from tour operator Skibound at the close of the ski season.
Rediscover the four terraces of Hôtel Fouquet’s Barrière
Fine weather is on the way, along with the irresistible urge to relax and enjoy the sunshine! Set in greenery or boasting remarkable views, tucked away or looking out on the hustle and bustle of Paris life, the four terraces of Hotel Fouquet’s Barrière are once again open to guests.
French tour operator says booking for Seychelles now taking off again
Helion De Villeneuve, the known French tour operator covering the names Thomas Cook, Jet Tours, and Austral Lagon, says that bookings for the Seychelles from France is getting back to normal.
France’s Biarritz is the country’s most expensive destination, survey shows
Biarritz, a luxury seaside town along the Atlantic Coast, is the most expensive destination in France based on the cost of its lodging.
French and Seychelles ministers of tourism meet in Paris
Madame Sylvia Pinel, the new French Minister responsible for the Artisanat, Commerce and Tourism, used the tourism trade fair in Paris to meet with Alain St.Ange, the Seychelles Minister responsible for Tourism and Culture.