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…
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…
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…
IN BRIEF Fire in Saint-Lô: a man arrested and placed in police custody (09/24). Offices of deputies Philippe Gosselin and Stéphane Travert vandalized in Manche; a complaint filed. In the Cotentin, a 24-year-old convicted for throwing Molotov cocktails at his…
Want a wild escape in California that’s unlike any other? Head to a cove on Catalina Island where a campground accessible only by boat promises a scenic and isolated coastal experience: breathtaking views, starry nights, and the soothing sound of…
IN BRIEF Between Amiens and Lille, Pas‑de‑Calais reveals a delightful mix of memory, architecture, and panoramas over the Opal Coast (caps Blanc‑Nez and Gris‑Nez). Must-see #1: the Bay of Authie, a wild estuary between Picardy Coast and Opal Coast, dunes,…
IN BRIEF Between 20% to 40% of French people do not leave home for at least one week each year. Major barriers: financial, logistical, and psychological obstacles. Statistical indicators: CREDOC 2023 — 40% have not left their city for at…
IN BRIEF Opening of the IFTM Top Résa fair at the Porte de Versailles (Paris): three days for season review and partnerships. Strong presence of the overseas territories, from the Caribbean to the Indian Ocean, with an aim of enhanced…
IN BRIEF On September 25, 2025, Jean-Baptiste Djebbari takes the lead of the strategic council of Travel Planet. Company founded ten years ago in Sophia Antipolis (near Nice), expert in business travel and mobility. Mission defined by Betty Seroussi: unify…
IN SHORT At 1700 m elevation, Dormillouse (Hautes-Alpes) stands at the heart of the Écrins National Park: the most isolated village in France, without a road or car. Access is only on foot: in summer, 45 min from the parking…
The scheduled withdrawal of the International Space Station (ISS) in 2030 opens an era where commercial space travel is asserting itself. 2030 marks the transition to commercial orbit. Between private space stations and space tourism, a demanding, sustainable, and competitive…
At the Tor des Géants 2025, we don’t chase a clock: we embark on a human odyssey where 350 km and 25,000 m of D+ become memories and tough skin. Between freezing nights at over 3,000 m, the fatigue that…
The potential travel ban targeting Benjamin Netanyahu in Slovenia reconfigures the diplomatic equation of responsibility, security, and regional influence. A member of the European Union, Slovenia recognized a Palestinian state and declared an arms embargo. It also prohibited certain imports…
In Monaco, every alley condenses splendor, heritage, and horizons; ignoring its icons would mean missing the essentials. Eight places seal the DNA of the Principality. From the Princely Palace, perched on the Rock, to the Monte-Carlo casino, these landmarks structure…