IN BRIEF If you fall ill during your paid leave, the days covered by a sick leave might be deducted from your vacation and made up later. The European Union invokes its jurisprudence: a leave is meant for resting in…
IN BRIEF Renewal of the classification in category 2 (second star) by prefectural decree in July. National label distinguishing the quality of welcome, services, and the enhancement of the territory. Medium-sized structure: varied services, targeted promotion, listening tools, and continuous…
IN BRIEF Cevennes Line (Clermont-Ferrand → Nîmes): gorges, viaducts, wild nature. Yellow Train (Villefranche-de-Conflent → Latour-de-Carol): Pyrenees, bridges, panoramas of Cerdagne. Blue Coast (Marseille → Miramas): calanques, azure sea, small ports. Alps Line (Grenoble → Briançon): Alpine massifs, tunnels, perched…
IN BRIEF Ardèche in a slow travel style: 328,000 inhabitants, no highway, no passenger trains, no commercial airport. The A7 motorway queues on the Drôme side of the Rhône: access via Valence, Montélimar, or Bollène after crossing the river. A…
JetBlue orchestrates a strategic overhaul with TrueBlue Travel, a new flight booking platform powered by Paisly, its proprietary technology. The company promises seamless planning, simplified purchasing, amplified rewards, and personalization based on the itinerary — unified experience for every TrueBlue…
What if we traded the sound of the waves for the rustling of the fir trees? In summer, the mountains now attract nearly 4 out of 10 French people, drawn by nature, calm, and disconnection more than by performance. Far…
Grand Turk, 18 km² island: sanctuary of 4,831 inhabitants with no US visa required Grand Turk, a discreet coral ribbon of 18 km² in the heart of the Turks and Caicos, charms with a rare promise in contemporary Caribbean: no…
A national tour of vintage cars will travel through Aroostook County, turning Maine into a mobile heritage scene. Organized by the Antique Automobile Club of America, the AACA Eastern Divisional Tour announces Substantial economic benefits for local communities. The rural…
IN BRIEF Discreet hamlet in Auvergne, authentic charm (cobblestone alleys, stone houses) and panoramas of mountains and lakes. Perfect for escaping the summer heat: location between mountain and valley offering a temperate climate. Calm atmosphere, away from mass tourism, stay…
IN SHORT Six Senses Crans-Montana: the specialist of tropical paradises reinvents the chalet spirit in the heart of the Valais Alps. Unique arrival: theatrical underground entrance, mountain elevator, light-filled reception. Architecture and materials: stone and wood, contemporary design, panoramic views…
IN BRIEF A new museum in Paris celebrates Art Nouveau and its master, Hector Guimard. Opening in January 2028, at the Mezzara Hotel, 60 rue de la Fontaine (16th). A showcase designed by Guimard himself, to admire his legendary metro…
Between Bordeaux and the Atlantic, the Arcachon Bay changes its face with each tide: fragrant pine forests, colorful oyster farming villages, and sparkling waters. This summer, set sail for five treasures blending nature and traditions — from the Dune du…
At the gates of Sologne, Mennetou-sur-Cher unfolds its ramparts along the banks of the Cher. This fortified village of Loir-et-Cher reveals an intact medieval heritage and gourmet traditions that resonate with the art of living in the Loire Valley. Mennetou-sur-Cher,…
Discovering Chardons Beach, the secret treasure of La Faute-sur-Mer in Vendée La Faute-sur-Mer cultivates a discreet charm, inherited from a history of fishermen and sandy passages. Away from the crowds, this village reveals Chardons Beach, a preserved stretch that rivals…
Tracee Ellis Ross redefines the narrative of solo travel, asserting happiness as a compass, with authenticity and bold style. She celebrates excess baggage and elevates preparation to a ritual, the art of abundant luggage guiding her departures. With Solo Traveling…
IN BRIEF July 2025 in Les Sables-d’Olonne: a very strong start, first half exceptional (+8 % vs 2024) and July 14 overcrowded. After July 14: clear decline (especially from 17 to 24); perceived drop in attendance of -15 to -20…
IN BRIEF In 2025, rich Chinese continue to travel but more selectively (a decrease in international travel of about 7%). Reorientation of destinations: rise of Japan (long-term visas), decline of Hong Kong and Macao; Europe/United States seen as restrictive (procedures,…
IN SHORT A hilltop village: Monchique (450 m), nestled between eucalyptus and chestnut trees, far from the bustle of the coastal Algarve. A highland microclimate: 5-8°C cooler than by the sea; peaceful atmosphere except in July-August. Retro wellness: Caldas de…
On the Île de Ré, crossing the bridge causes urban reflexes to evaporate: flowing printed dresses, spartiates, oversized wicker baskets, and a nonchalance skillfully orchestrated create a bohemian and elegant way of life. Between cobbled streets, organic markets, and bicycles,…
The City of Buena Vista announces significant traffic disruptions on Marquette Avenue and Antero Circle. On the agenda, closures, diversions, and alternating lanes to secure the construction sites and streamline local traffic. These works impose no parking and restricted access,…