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Experience the Excellence of Burgundy-France, with American Express

Atout France South East Asia, together with Burgundy Tourism and American Express International, Inc., with the support of Relais & Châteaux and Raffles Hotel, organised a night of excellence of one of the most colourful and vibrant regions in France – Burgundy.

Atout France, the New Agency for French Tourism Development

Hervé NOVELLI announced on Tuesday 19 May 2009, the creation of a new Economic Interest Group, Atout France, the agency for French tourism development.

The New Face of French Tourism

The French Government embarked on a re-branding exercise and eventually created a new brand “France” represented by a new logo and tagline.

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Third Michelin star for Eric Frechon, chef of hotel Le Bristol

After receiving four prestigious awards in 2009, Hotel Le Bristol could be proud of his Chef Eric Frechon who has awarded a third star Michelin on 2 March 2009.

Paris, City of Architecture and Design

Paris is one of the centres of modernist architecture and the works of its leading exponents. The year’s calendar boasts an impressive number of major events...

700th Anniversary of the Arrival of the Popes in Avignon (1309 – 2009)

To celebrate the 700th Anniversary of the arrival of the Popes in Avignon, the town is preparing to a numerous string of festivals and events. 2 special visits are hosted by the Avignon Tourist Office.

Reopening of the Gadagne Museum

Located in the centre of Old Lyon, the Gadagne complex is a magnificent Renaissance building housing two famous museums that are key to the identity of Lyon: the History Museum of Lyon and the Puppets of the World Museum.

Relais & Châteaux Celebrating Landmark Year of Asia Expansion

The last year has seen Relais & Châteaux expand in Asia as well as worldwide with the launch of their 2nd edition of the Asia-Pacific Guide.

Titian, Tintoretto, Veronese... Rivals in Renaissance Venice

A major exhibition, the greatest painters from 16th century Venice, will be on view at the Louvre Museum in Paris.

Last update on September 10, 2009

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