Travel & Tourism growth expected to outstrip France’s GDP.
Paris hotels reached 2019 profitability level in March
Among key hotel markets in Europe, Paris was the only one to achieve gross operating profit per available room (GOPPAR) that was 100% of the 2019 comparable.
France’s tourism sector employment forecasted to surpass pre-pandemic
Sector’s contribution to GDP could reach €182 billion in 2022.
IHG expands footprint in Southern France
The dual-branded Crowne Plaza Nice-Grand Arenas and Holiday Inn Express Nice – Grand Arenas offer two distinct experiences for travellers.
Heidelberg and Bordeaux openings re-boot Staycity’s expansion plans
Aparthotel operator Staycity has continued on its European expansion with the opening this month of properties in Heidelberg, Germany, and the French city of Bordeaux.
Kimpton Hotels to debut in France this Spring
Strong long term recovery predicted for Paris
Looking at recovery in Paris’s hotel sector, global consultancy HVS says that the Games are likely to benefit the rebound of tourism, with the €2bn investment plan to revitalise Disneyland Paris expected to go ahead, albeit with possible delays because of the pandemic.
Hôtel MiL8 opens in Avoriaz
Hôtel MiL8 is a brand-new, chic alpine hotel, named after the altitude of the French ski resort of Avoriaz, set at 1,800m, making it the highest and most snow-sure village in the famed Portes du Soleil area.
Vincent Billiard named GM of Hôtel de Crillon a Rosewood Hotel
With a wealth of experience in international luxury hotel management for the last 20 years, Vincent Billiard is now the youngest General Manager of a Palace in Paris.