Want a Greece that breathes simplicity and serenity? Between the mystical Patmos, a holy island without an airport, and the bright Paros, a soothing star of the Cyclades, this journey reveals fortified monasteries, caves loaded with legends, lime-washed alleys, sleepy…
IN BRIEF Winner 2025: Château de Chantilly (Hauts-de-France). Outpaces the Phare de Cordouan and the ramparts of Guérande. Why we love it: architectural gem, French-style park of 115 ha designed by Le Nôtre, Musée Condé, vast forest. Flash history: built…
In Tanzania, the great migration of wildebeests transforms the Serengeti into a living canvas. Black and nervous waves press toward the Mara River, where crocodiles lurk and hippopotamuses impose their presence, creating an edge-of-your-seat suspense. Above, a hot air balloon…
IN BRIEF A selection of finalists from the LEGO Ideas contest themed around dream vacations. Various themes: beach, mountain, city break, safari, space adventure. Focus on creativity, playability, and iconic LEGO design. Trends: modularity, immersive dioramas, micro-details, interactive mechanisms. Public…
IN BRIEF Context: Vercors, Villard-de-Lans within the Regional Natural Park; a megaproject led by Tony Parker reignites the debate on tourism. The project: intention to modernize the infrastructures and broaden the offer (accommodation, leisure) with a promise of economic benefits.…
IN BRIEF Partnership between Spartner Travel (member of the Manor network) and Metis Digital for a unified travel-sport offer. Objective: a turnkey solution covering flights, hotels, trains, and vehicle rentals. Technologies: integration of NDC, GDS, and low-cost within a single…
What if the most beautiful view of the Golden Gate is not where everyone else is crowding? Head towards a discreet nook, between bay and ocean, where the coast becomes wild and the mist teases the steel: the bridge, said…
Price increase and a flood of benefits reshape the American Express Platinum card for demanding travelers worldwide. Annual fees raised to $895. The hotel credit, $300 semi-annually, is accessed through Fine Hotels + Resorts and The Hotel Collection on Amex…
Guaranteed thrills with the wildest travel vlogs from Simon Wilson, an intrepid YouTuber from Wales. He films raw moments, unvarnished and unsensationalized, with a simple smartphone, a reliable camera, and plenty of courage. These journeys reveal the underside of mythologized…
In September, the return begins with upheavals: between strikes, blockades, and an atmosphere of nervousness, tourists are torn between their luggage and plan B. Nearly one in two still thinks of leaving by November, but only 20% have made reservations:…
Girolata, a secret Corsican village in the hamlet of Osani, promises a rare getaway between Calvi and Cargèse. Its voluntary isolation, accessible only on foot or by boat, sanctifies an untouched and moving Corsican authenticity. The glowing cliffs, the turquoise…
After almost two years of operation, American airlines are streamlining their flights to Tulum airport, signaling lackluster demand. Data from Cirium confirms a lower than expected demand and stricter capacity arbitrage from carriers. From 41,503 seats in December 2024 to…
IN BRIEF Côtes-d’Armor: a sunny August conducive to tourism. Attendance on the rise on the coast and at iconic sites; peaks on weekends. Accommodations (hotels, guesthouses, campsites) with high occupancy rates and last-minute reservations. Good momentum for restaurants, water activities,…
IN BRIEF Morocco is establishing itself as a major tourist destination, according to Travel and Tour World. Key strengths: cultural heritage, varied landscapes, dynamic cities, and recognized hospitality. Strategic position between Africa and Europe, facilitating accessibility and market diversity. 2025…
Between Charleston and Savannah, a coastal wilderness unfolds with its vast expanses of marshes and reed beds, perfect for birdwatching while enjoying peaceful hikes. Here, in the Bear Island Wildlife Management Area, one walks along sandy trails among the rustling…
Between mountains sculpted by history and markets saturated with fragrances, Oaxaca is a symphony of ancestral and contemporary. One dips a crispy tortilla into a deep Mole Negro at the Mercado 20 de Noviembre, sips a smoky artisanal mezcal facing…
IN BRIEF Maine-et-Loire unmissable: its iconic castles from Brissac-Quincé to Montsoreau, between medieval and Renaissance. Angers along the water: cruises and walks along the Loire, Maine, and Mayenne for easy getaways. Important to know: the Angers castle houses the monumental…
In the early morning, the Solitaire du Figaro Paprec makes a stop in Vigo, under the mischievous gaze of Jules Verne. Clinging to the hills, with feet in the Atlantic and head in the pines and eucalyptus, the bustling capital…
IN BRIEF Trade: Jrue Holiday heads to the Portland Trail Blazers; Anfernee Simons joins the Boston Celtics. Agreement revealed by ESPN, finalized on the eve of the NBA draft. Holiday (35 years old), two-time champion (2021, 2024) and 16 seasons…
IN BRIEF Assessment summer 2025: stable season, increase compared to 2023, -4% in nights compared to 2024 (the Olympic year); 62% of professionals satisfied (+9 pts). Motivations: affordable destinations, sheltered from heat waves and mass tourism; desire for walks, rest,…