Between Alps and Leman Lake, we swap emails for a notebook and the anxiety of the blank page for a view of the water. At the Royal Hotel of Évian-les-Bains, Douglas Kennedy invites a handful of aspiring writers to write…
The first cold spells and the low light of late September transform the mountains into a theater of contrasts. When the larches turn golden and the lakes become mirrors, the Mercantour Park reveals a palette of ochres, golds, and reds…
Prescription and passport touch: some doctors consider travel as therapy to enhance mental health and well-being. The Swedish initiative, supported by the Karolinska Institutet, establishes specific protocols based on measurable clinical effects. Forest baths, cold plunge, sleeping under the stars,…
IN BRIEF Get away in winter to the mountains with Pierre & Vacances: all-comfort residences, panoramic views, in the heart of nature. More than 50 residences suitable for families and friends. Ski benefits for pre-booking: up to -50% on equipment…
IN BRIEF Decision of the administrative court of Poitiers (September 26, 2025) in favor of the Urban Community of La Rochelle. Observation of a housing shortage and a major public interest in regulating tourist rentals. Validation of the permanent change…
IN BRIEF Direct Travel acquires ATPI, its European partner, and strengthens its TMC network. Consolidation movement in the sector (after CWT was absorbed by American Express GBT). Combined total > $6 billion in annual travel volume. Complementary positions: North America…
IN BRIEF Historic Center — postcard atmosphere, all on foot; ++ monuments, terraces; — prices +30%, crowds. Budget: 90–250€. Metro: Barberini, Spagna. Trastevere — bohemian vibe, authentic trattorias; ++ evenings, charm; — no metro, noise on weekends. Budget: 70–150€. Tram:…
While Paris sleeps, the couchettes head towards Berlin and Vienna… perhaps not for much longer: the night trains Nightjet Paris-Berlin (restarted at the end of 2023) and Paris-Vienna (reopened in 2021) are gambling on their future in the lottery of…
Between white sand beaches, turquoise waters, and the vibrant Santo Domingo with its colonial charm, the Dominican Republic mixes sunshine, culture, and nature with flair. From the whales of Samaná to the trails of the Central Cordillera, passing through the…
A government shutdown triggers a brutal shock to tourism, compressing flows, confidence, and purchasing decisions. Tourist spending diminishes, while bookings, cancellations, and pricing fluctuate under contradictory political signals. Weekly loss of 1 billion dollars. Airports and the TSA experience operational…
Lac de Vassivière, secret jewel of Limousin, combines hydroelectric power, art, and demanding, wild nature. Born from a dike on the Maulde, the water body with labyrinthine shores unfolds forty-seven kilometers of winding paths. Its peat bogs, heathlands, and coniferous…
Traveling actively after 60 requires wise choices, combining strategic frugality and momentum, without compromising comfort or security. These 10 travel tips equip dynamic retirees against costs, optimizing journeys, accommodations, and energizing activities. You take advantage of senior discounts, target the…
Want to turn your vacation into an XXL adventure? Head to Asia, a perfect playground for a curious family: waves to tame in Sri Lanka, the world of manga in Japan, palaces worthy of maharajas in India, rice terraces and…
Between geopolitical uncertainties and natural disasters, the compass of desires turned this summer: the French hit the jackpot with camping and the mountains, while continental Spain, Egypt, and Vietnam surfed on a growing demand. On the contrary, Greece stumbled between…
Autumn rhymes with pragmatic elegance and a controlled budget at Amazon, ideal for boosting your travel wardrobe. Eleven essential pieces under €40 combine autumn style, versatility, and practical layering for urban travels and getaways. Light jackets, shirts, padded vests, and…
Between steep cliffs and outdoor saxophones, Dinant unfolds an unusual and captivating landscape, with the Meuse reflecting its charm. Here, the softness of the scenery mingles with a powerful history: a perched citadel, a luminous collégiale Notre-Dame, walks, and cruises…
Too early to dream of vacations? Think again: Cunard is offering exceptional deals to whisk you away to New York amidst the magic of the year-end holidays, aboard the legendary Queen Mary 2. Three transatlantic crossings synchronized with Halloween, Thanksgiving,…
Between turquoise Caribbean waters and unfiltered smiles, the Dominican Republic remains the favorite destination for French travelers seeking stunning vacations. Boosted by the return of direct flights from Air France to Punta Cana and a new route from Air Caraïbes…
Crucial week for travel technologies, between payment orchestration, AI causation and ambitious multimodal mobility. At Dida, the arrival of Daryl Lee accelerates global expansion, AI at the heart of operations, and a China-world bridge. With Rome2Rio and Mozio, frictionless multimodal…
Storm off the Cape of Good Hope, torn sails, stubborn rudder: the enigma surrounds the death of Bartolomeu Dias. A storm seals an explorer’s fate. The narrative tracks compelling facts, confronts nautical legends and archives, and repositions the Portuguese explorer…