Quieter calm, often cheaper, and still bathed in gentleness, September stands out as the favorite moment for the French to escape. Carried by a serene late summer, they are now more numerous to travel in September than in August, seduced…
Capital of contrasts, the Pearl of Greece combines mythical ruins, urban energy, and maritime sweetness. In just a few metro stops, one goes from the Acropolis to the beaches of the Riviera, from bustling markets to discreet terraces on rooftops.…
Off the coast of the Aegean Sea, a discreet island watches over a way of life that defies time. At the edge of the Timeless Cyclades, Ikaria cultivates a unique reputation: people age well, for a long time, serenely. This…
The Westfield travel team is raising a remarkable season, fueled by methodical ambition and a demanding tactical culture. Ambition embraced, schedule elevated, victory as a daily requirement. The major stakes engage cohesion, endurance, and the ability to transform each tournament…
IN BRIEF New Salaün Holidays brochure 2025-2026: over 420 pages of guided tours, cruises, and discovery trips (collection autumn 2025 / winter-spring-summer 2026). New formulas: slow tourism (balance of highlights/free time, sustainable transport, accommodations in city centers, reduced carbon footprint)…
IN BRIEF Growth of industrial tourism: 22 million visitors (2024), about +30% in five years, nearly 4,000 companies opened. Varied experiences: factory tours, laboratories, and nuclear power plants, showcasing French know-how. Major benefits: strengthening brand image, highlighting territorial identity, sales…
IN BRIEF Launch of SBM Travel Assist by SBM Insurance Agency Ltd, in partnership with MUA and AXA. Annual multi-trip plan designed for frequent and connected travelers. Coverage in case of emergency, medical care abroad, and repatriation. 24/7 assistance and…
IN BRIEF The Marais Poitevin: a vast labyrinth of canals between Niort and the Atlantic, also known as the Green Venice, to be explored by boat, on foot, or by bicycle, perfect for birds and the curious. Oiron and its…
Between changeable weather, strikes risks, and political uncertainties, the ambient anxiety creates a desire to escape… and quickly. The result: we start to prepare for All Saints’ Day earlier, in order to book in advance getaways at gentler prices and…
Wealthy American consumers are converging on Europe to bypass the new tariffs hitting luxury products. Tariffs of 39% on Switzerland and 15% on the EU are driving up the prices of watches, leather goods, and haute couture. In Geneva, the…
Declining gas prices before the major departures are reshaping household budgets and strategies of road carriers. The rush of departures for Labor Day weekend stimulates mobility, despite a recent pile-up on I-84. The increased spending on weddings reflects premium expectations…
The leisure tourism to the United States is declining, while business bookings remain strong, a countercyclical dynamic in 2025. A global attraction hub, the country captures 15% of professional flights, according to SAP Concur, distancing Germany and the United Kingdom.…
IN BRIEF Tarn-et-Garonne: July 2025 stable, approx. 770,000 overnight stays, level close to 2024. French clientele slightly up (+2.8%, 63% of overnight stays); international clientele down (−9.4%). Origins: significant share from Occitanie (≈3/10); main areas Haute-Garonne, Île-de-France, Nouvelle-Aquitaine. Key markets:…
IN BRIEF Strong increase in domestic flights for the holidays: Ho Chi Minh City–Hanoi round trip at 4.5–7.5 million VND (vs ~3 million in September); routes Hanoi–Da Nang and HCM–Phu Quoc on the rise; increased traffic before September 2. Opportunities…
Just a stone’s throw from Vail, a small town in the Rockies embraces the art of slowing down: Avon. Here, artisan shop windows mingle with gourmet tables, and forest trails climb towards secret alpine lakes. Easily accessible via Interstate 70…
IN BRIEF Airbus A320 about to dethrone the Boeing 737 by the end of 2025: 12,153 vs 12,175 aircraft delivered (August 2025). In 2025, planned deliveries: 431 A320 compared to 307 B737 — the crowning is approaching. Origins: 1984 program,…
What if your passport traveled hand in hand with your cryptocurrency wallet? From flights to hotels, globetrotters can already pay in Bitcoin and Ethereum through platforms like Travala, while companies such as Corsair (with BitPay) and soon Emirates are getting…
On the edge of the central Pyrenees, Saint-Bertrand-de-Comminges reveals itself as a discreet Treasure of the Mountains, nestled between the Garonne and the first peaks. This Secret Village, classified among the Most Beautiful Villages of France, nurtures a rare Pyrenean…
Zoe Saldaña advocates a travel art where reading on vacation becomes a promise kept and a refuge. She commits to finally finishing her book, come what may. She chooses hotels that combine a sophisticated lobby bar for a Grey Goose…
IN BRIEF Last weekend of the holidays: massive returns before the school year, traffic sharply increased across the territory. Days and directions: Friday afternoon to Sunday evening, direction of returns the busiest; Saturday often the peak. Critical routes: A10 (south…