Париж. Travel digest

Tirana ranks 74th in Europe with 59.9 points in the 2026 Safety Index published by Numbeo, the world's largest crowd-sourced database for cost of living, property prices, and quality of life statistics, placing the Albanian capital at a moderate level of safety among 115 cities surveyed.

Regionally, Belgrade (62.2 points) and Sofia (61.4 points) rank slightly higher, while Tirana scores

In response to the evolving situation in the Middle East, Air Mauritius is expanding its service to support the tourism sector of Mauritius and to offer more options for travelers.

Starting in April 2026, the airline will operate two additional daily non‑stop flights to Paris Charles de Gaulle, supplementing its existing schedule.

These new services join four

To mark the Easter season, Four Seasons Hotel George V in Paris has introduced a series of exclusive culinary offerings crafted by Head Pastry Chef Michael Bartocetti and his team.

The centerpiece is a sculptural chocolate Easter egg made from 75 % Belize Tulakalum dark chocolate, highlighted by delicate lilac‑coloured chocolate blossoms. Inside, guests will find a rich Piedmont

Four Seasons Hotel George V in Paris has once again secured a total of six Michelin stars in the 2026 edition of the Michelin Guide France. All three of its signature restaurants – Le Cinq, L’Orangerie and Le George – have maintained their respective star ratings.

Le Cinq celebrated a decade of holding three Michelin stars under the leadership of Chef Christian Le Squer. This

The World Travel & Tourism Council (WTTC) is pleased to welcome Pernod Ricard as its latest Industry Partner, strengthening the council’s network of leading organisations that support the strategic development of the global travel and tourism sector.

Based in Paris, Pernod Ricard is a worldwide leader in spirits and champagne, operating in more than 60 markets. Its portfolio

Four Seasons Hotel George V in Paris announces that David Piquet will assume the role of Director of Wine for the three‑Michelin‑starred restaurant Le Cinq, effective 16 February 2026. He succeeds the retiring Éric Beaumard.

The 32‑year‑old sommelier will join three‑star chef Christian Le Squer and lead a team of six sommeliers, continuing the high standards for which Le Cinq

The Tourism Authority of Thailand (TAT) has marked the launch of Air France’s inaugural direct flight from Paris to Phuket. The service, operating under TAT’s Airline Focus strategy, is intended to increase long‑haul visitor numbers from France and to attract high‑value travellers.

The welcome ceremony was attended by H.E. Jean‑Claude Poimboeuf, Ambassador of France to Thailand;

Minor Hotels announces a series of openings and refurbishments scheduled for 2026 across its portfolio of brands, highlighting growth in Asia‑Pacific, the Middle East, Africa and Europe.

NH Collection Hotels & Resorts expands its footprint in Europe with the launch of its first property in Paris. Located in the prestigious 8th arrondissement, the hotel sits on the iconic Champs‑Élysées, close to the Arc de Triomphe, the Grand Palais and the Élysée Palace.

The building, a historic Haussmannian

Four Seasons Resort Dubai at Jumeirah Beach and Four Seasons Hotel George V, Paris have joined forces to create a new afternoon‑tea experience called Équilibre. The concept was developed by Executive Pastry Chef Nicolas Lambert of Dubai and Executive Pastry Chef Michaël Bartocetti of Paris.

The tea is built around the idea of balance and draws inspiration from forest motifs.

Four Seasons Hotel George V in Paris has been awarded the title of World’s Leading Sustainable Supply Chain Programme for 2025 by the World Sustainable Travel & Hospitality Awards, recognising the hotel’s long‑term dedication to environmental responsibility.

In recent years the property has completely overhauled its supply‑chain approach, embedding responsible sourcing, waste

On 21 October, the Lao ambassador to France, Kalamoungkhoune Souphanouvong, formally presented his credentials to Louise Mushikiwabo, the Secretary‑General of the International Organisation of La Francophonie.

Following the ceremony, Ambassador Kalamoungkhoune will act as the Personal Representative of President Thongloun Sisoulith to the Francophonie, whose headquarters are

In the latest edition of the worldwide Michelin Key 2025 selection, the inspectors of the Michelin Guide confirmed that Four Seasons Hotel George V in Paris continues to hold its three coveted Michelin keys – a rare accolade reserved for hotels that provide an “exceptional stay, becoming a destination in itself.”

The recognition arrives at a pivotal moment for the property, shortly

Sarajevo International Airport announced the introduction of a new nonstop service to the French capital.

The route will be operated by Transavia France, the low‑cost carrier that belongs to the Air France‑KLM group.

According to the information provided by the news agency FENA, the first flights are scheduled to depart from Sarajevo on 17 April 2026.

Naviva, the exclusive Four Seasons resort located on the Punta Mita coastline in Mexico, will showcase its first public installation at Design Miami. Titled “Immersion: Return to Stillness,” the exhibit will appear at Design Miami.Paris (22‑26 Oct 2025) before moving to Design Miami (3‑7 Dec 2025).

The pavilion, built from sustainable bamboo and canvas, mirrors the resort’s arrival

In 2025 the travel preferences of U.S. tourists are shifting away from the traditional European capitals toward the less‑trodden, more authentic locales of Southern Italy. The change reflects a desire for genuine experiences rather than the staged, highly curated visits that dominate cities such as Paris.

Paris remains a symbol of elegance,

After a three‑year refurbishment, Four Seasons Hotel George V in Paris has refreshed all 243 guest rooms and suites for the first time since the property reopened in 1999. The redesign transforms each space into a private‑residence‑style apartment, combining contemporary comfort with the classic elegance of a Haussmann‑era building.

According to Sarmad Zok, Managing Director

The Embassy of Moldova in Paris notifies Moldovan nationals who are currently in France, transiting through the country, or planning to travel there that on 10 September 2025 major trade unions representing transport, education, health, commerce and industry will commence a nationwide general strike.

The strike will impact the following sectors:

Air France has introduced a new digital service designed to assist transiting passengers with short connections at Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport.

Launched in partnership with Paris airport operator Groupe ADP, the new ‘Short Connection Pass’ is automatically triggered when the connection time between flights falls below a certain threshold, the companies said in a statement.

Upon

A spontaneous strike by employees at the Louvre Museum in Paris has temporarily shut down the historic building, forcing international tourists with tickets away and highlighting the impact of overtourism.

According to The Associated Press, gallery attendants, ticket agents, and security personnel spoke out against “unmanageable crowds, chronic understaffing and what one union called untenable