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Value message critical as ski market returns to ‘familiar patterns’
Higher prices aren’t putting winter sports enthusiasts off booking for this winter, although ’value’ is proving critical to conversions, agents and operators tell TTG
How to live the high life in the Alps on a summer break
The Alps are not just for winter - with Eleven’s chalet in France making for the perfect base for summer activities
Europe heatwave: Holidaymakers evacuated in Greece as wildfires spread
Travellers have been removed from at least six seaside communities in the country as their residencies are threatened by wildfires caused by extreme weather conditions
Med destinations on alert as 40C+ heatwave scorches southern Europe
Authorities in destinations such as Italy, Spain and Greece have issued warnings, with temperatures expected to soar well past 40 degrees celsius over the coming days
Why this art-splashed city is the Riviera’s real star
One of France’s host cities for the Rugby World Cup in September, this ancient port city on the Mediterranean has flipped an unfair reputation.
France protests ease after five nights of unrest but FCDO advice remains
Local authorities reportedly made just 49 arrests on Sunday (2 July), down from 2,000 over the previous two days
Paris protests prompt FCDO warning for Brits travelling to France
The warning comes as the French government continues to battle unrest in the capital following the shooting of a teenager
French ATC strikes 'highlight value of booking with agents' – Advantage
Strike scheduled for 6 June a threat to the start of the ’key’ summer holiday period, says Julia Lo Bue-Said
CV Villas expands portfolio to two new European destinations
Villa specialist adds 14 properties in Rhodes and Bordeaux
Jet2 puts 2024/25 ski programme on sale across 10 UK bases
Programme on sale to seven destinations ‘earlier than ever before’
Jet2 launches brand new flight and package holiday programme
Jet2’s first south of France flights and holidays under way, after inaugural Birmingham-Nice service took off on Friday (26 May)
France implements ban on shortest domestic flights in bid to limit emissions
The ban all but rules out air travel between Paris and cities such as Nantes, Lyon and Bordeaux
The new record-breaking roller coaster you need to know about
Toutatis, the tallest and fastest roller coaster in France, is now up and running at Parc Asterix just outside Paris.
IHG to open InterContinental Chantilly - Chateau Mont Royal in 2024
IHG Hotels & Resorts will expand its presence in France in 2024, when it opens the 107-key chateau following a renovation
Eastern Airways launches new Cardiff-Paris service
The new route comes as part of a partnership between the carrier and Air France
Travellers warned of cross-Channel delays during May bank holiday weekend
The UK Foreign Office has warned those looking to travel from France to the UK this weekend that there may be delays
Pasta, pinot and pottery: top new short-haul tours
Italy, France and Morocco are three stars that keep giving when it comes to cities and short breaks.
Fresh France strike action triggers new FCDO travel warning
Foreign Office warns ’coordinated strike action’ could impact people’s return from Easter breaks
Jet2holidays launches package holidays to the south of France
Four destinations in the south of France are on sale now – Menton, Antibes, Saint Raphael and Villefranche sur Mer
Risk of cross-Channel delays over Easter 'high', FCDO warns
It comes after some passengers faced delays of up to 17 hours over the weekend at the Port of Dover
Coach passengers bear brunt of 'chaotic' pre-Easter weekend at Dover
According to reports in the national press, some travellers faced waits of up to 17 hours with the situation not clearing until 12.30am on Monday (3 April)
France protests could spill into Easter weekend, FCDO warns
The next round of strike action over pension reforms in the country is set to take place on Thursday 6 April and could continue for ‘several days’
Airlines warn of delays ahead of French national strike
EasyJet, Ryanair and Eurostar have warned passengers travel to the country may be disrupted on Monday (20 March)
Viking puts 2025 itineraries on sale amid 'unprecedented' demand
The brand has also unveiled a new 2024 Paris itinerary