Environmentally conscious vacationers The preservation of the environment is a growing concern in the tourism industry, both among professionals in the sector and travelers. More and more tourists are determined to limit the environmental impact of their vacations, as evidenced by their online sear ...
The climate is changing, so is the mountain Mountain tourism developed during the 20th century with the allure of white gold and the development of ski resorts. But today, climate change is forcing mountain tourism stakeholders to rethink their economic model and to imagine other activities besides ...
A windfall with sometimes negative effects. Although tourism is a financial windfall for the most popular destinations throughout France, the peak periods of some sites during the summer season impact local life. Among the negative effects of tourism felt by the local population, we must first men ...
Bordeaux, European capital of intelligent tourism 2022 It is nicknamed the Sleeping Beauty and yet the city of Bordeaux is more dynamic and forward-looking than ever! It has indeed been chosen as European Capital of Smart Tourism 2022 (2022 European Capital of Smart Tourism) jointly with the cit ...
ature. The Occitanie region is readily explored on horseback thanks to routes suitable for all levels. It has 8,150 registered members in Equestrian Tourism and no less than 170 structures dedicated to this practice. Among them, 58 structures received the "Equestrian Tourism Center" label in 2024, ...
What is cine-tourism? As its name suggests, film-induced tourism, or set-jetting in English, involves traveling to movie and successful TV series filming locations. For several years now, the most popular films and series on streaming platforms like Netflix and Amazon Prime Video have been inspiri ...
What is dog tourism? As its name humorously suggests, "toutourism" is aimed at pet owners, particularly dog owners. One in five French households has at least one dog. It is for them that "toutourism" was invented! It involves providing a suitable welcome for people traveling with a dog and giving ...
e will stay in France or visit our European neighbors this summer. Since Europe has a dense enough rail network, the first good plan to combine green tourism and cheaper holidays is to prefer the train to the plane. To take advantage of the best rates, it is preferable to book tickets well in advan ...
shion. Lithuania, a mere 3-hour direct flight from Paris, is a destination that might not always spring to mind, especially for those seeking thermal tourism. Yet, this European country has a deeply rooted tradition in the realm of spas and wellness. Depending on your preferences, you can indulge i ...
ed in 1994 in Denmark for tourist accommodations such as hotels, youth hostels, and holiday centers. It was developed in France from 1998 to support tourism professionals wishing to develop activities that are more respectful of the environment and biodiversity. Today, the Green Key is the leading ...
the organization that manages these payment vouchers (see the site below). What can I pay with vacation vouchers? The Vacation Cheque is accepted at tourism, travel, leisure and cultural professionals who have signed an agreement with the ANCV. There are currently in France 135,000 establishment ...
will also host the International Women's Tour of the Pyrenees and the Gran Fondo New York Lourdes-Tourmalet cycling event. This will help solidify its reputation as a premier cycling tourism destination in the Pyrenees! The city will also see the Olympic flame pass through on May 19, 2024, and the P ...
A contest dedicated to luxury tourism. A highly coveted title. Prestigious establishments in competition. A hotel with multiple assets. ...
you have to do is take the train! Several SNCF stations along the railway line from Briançon to Marseille make it easy to reach the V862. One of the most practical ways to do cycle tourism on this bike route is to book a TER Cyclo. These are regional trains accessible to bikes with a free reservat ...
ost comfort-loving, and offers them the joys of a night under the stars and waking up to the sound of birdsong! This concept was actually invented by tourism professionals to attract a new type of clientele to campsites, those who are looking for a certain level of comfort and services. Thanks to t ...
the world according to the annual edition of the World's Best Awards 2023. A well-deserved international recognition! 4- Combining thermalism and cycling tourism To fully enjoy autumn in Tuscany, the most sporty among you can also hop on a bike and combine thermalism with cycling... The legendary "E ...
tourists for Norway during the summer season is also explained by the desire to escape the heatwave and enjoy a cool vacation. This new trend in the tourism sector even has a name: coolcation, a word derived from the contraction of the English cool vacation. When southern Europe is suffocating und ...
carts of shrubs planted with oranges and lemons parade through the streets with charming Mentonnaises on board. The municipality, eager to develop tourism, seeks to give the Carnival a typically local color and institutes the Lemon Festival in 1934. Two years later, the first citrus and flower ...
tution. This book denounces the random updating and uncertain impartiality of the editors, especially since the Guide du Routard is a partner of many tourism companies (tour operators or hotel chains). At the same time, Philippe Gloaguen published his memoirs, entitled A Life of a Backpacker to te ...
prosperity and confirmed its title as the world's perfume capital. While the Industrial Revolution was in full swing, large factories were built, and tourism began to develop. The town then maintained its tourist reputation in the 20th century, while the perfume industry transformed and modernized. ...
