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Refueling jet fuel tanks on the tarmac at Nantes Atlantique Airport during a stopover for a Ryanair Boeing airliner. Illustrative photo. | FRANCK DUBRAY 

Air travel: Middle East war poses risk of price hikes and jet fuel shortage

In an interview with 'La Tribune' published this Tuesday, April 7, Pascal de Izaguirre, president of the National Aviation Federation (Fnam) and CEO of Corsair, believes that the increase in airfare prices is "inevitable" and could continue "if the situation persists." According to him, a jet fuel shortage is also a concern.

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EdV/Orchestra Observatory: Summer 2026 off to a slow start, even for France

Against the backdrop of the war in the Middle East, French travelers are struggling to finalize their summer vacation plans, both in France and abroad. However, a few destinations are escaping the gloom.

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Middle East War: Tourists shun Egypt and Turkey, Spain and Italy benefit, but not France

« People aren't planning ahead. » Since the start of the conflict in the Middle East, professionals have observed a halt in bookings for spring and summer. Egypt, Turkey, and some Greek islands are seeing a significant decline, while Spain and Italy are emerging as safe havens. Not France, which is perceived as too expensive.

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Louvre Hotels Group re-establishes its brands in the public consciousness

The group is launching its largest consumer media campaign in France, backed by a multi-million euro investment. This communication initiative aims less to narrate a transformation and more to translate a significant ongoing project across its properties into brand preference.

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Concert Travel: A new app creates musical itineraries for fans

Musical tourism is emerging as a major travel trend, and an American app is now aiming for the same global success.

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Spa Impérial at Hôtel du Palais

Hôtel du Palais in Biarritz: the end of its Palace status?

The elite of French hospitality is currently seeing a reshuffling of its most exclusive circle. While France boasts many 5-star establishments, only a handful achieve the prestigious "Palace" ranking. For one of the jewels of the Basque coast, 2026 is expected to mark a turning point.

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