IDENTITY CARD

Currency the dollar (USD).
1 euro = USD 1.17 (June 2018).
Area code +1 (United States); 212 (Manhattan); 718 (Brooklyn).
Time difference : - 6h.

GETTING THERE

AIR France offers five flights a day between Paris and New York JFK, four from Paris CDG and one from Paris Orly. There are also two code-share flights a day with its partner Delta.
Tel: 0 892 70 26 54 - Internet: www.airfrance.com

THE COMPANY offers 12 flights a week between Paris Orly and Newark.
Tel: 0 892 230 240; 04 26 21 19 07 - Internet : www.lacompagnie.com

BRITISH AIRWAYS offers four daily services between Paris and New York with a stopover at London Heathrow. Since the end of 2017, the British airline has invested €450 million to enhance the experience of its business and first class passengers. In addition to lounges and express lines for check-in and security, a car transfer service from the tarmac has been introduced to avoid them missing their connection in the event of delays. on board the Airbus A380s, comfort is at a maximum: 180-degree reclining seats, duvets, cabin layout offering passengers a real bubble of serenity. Since the autumn, meals have been served by the plate, with a wide choice of refined or dietetic dishes. In the afternoon, a very British snack with scones and clotted cream.
Tel: 0 825 825 400 - Internet: www.britishairways.com

HOTELS

INTERCONTINENTAL BARCLAY

Just a stone's throw from the superb Grand Central Station, where it was the hotel of choice when it opened in 1926, the InterContinental Barclay remains a beautiful, chic establishment in the "Federal" style, sublimated by 702 rooms that were completely redesigned in 2016, after 22 months of renovation and 229 million dollars invested. Despite this obvious luxury, the InterContinental makes a point of being a model of sustainable development. Unique features include beehives and a vegetable garden on the roof. Its spacious rooms almost all overlook Lexington Avenue and recreate the atmosphere of real New York flats. Business guests have access to the vast club lounge located near the lobby. A symbol of the place, the old aviary has been replaced by a bird-themed decoration, adding an elegant touch to the whole.
111 East 48th Street - Tel: + 1 212 755 5900 - Email : Barclay@ihg.com  Internet : intercontinentalnybarclay.com

BACCARAT HOTEL

The Baccarat Hotel in New York is literally next door to the MoMa, which can be seen from the windows of its 114 rooms, and features a design by Gilles & Boissier. The atmosphere is hushed, luxurious and confidential. Buoyed by this success, the French crystal brand will be opening two establishments, one in Bordeaux and the other in Doha.
28 West 53rd Street - Tel: +1 212 790 800 - Email : Info@baccarathotels.com - Internet : www.baccarathotels.com or preferredhotels.com

CITIZEN M TIMES SQUARE

This beautiful, cheerful 230-room Citizen M overlooks Times Square. In the lobby, you almost feel at home: guests work on comfortable sofas, like in a coworking space. At the back, the garden is open during the summer, as is the rooftop bar.
218 West 50th Street - Tel: +1 212 461 3638 - Internet : www.citizenm.com

THE VICEROY

Since it opened five years ago a stone's throw from Carnegie Hall, this elegant 240-key establishment affiliated to the young Viceroy chain has retained all its charm. Here, everything is leather, wood and 50s spirit. The views over the famous water reservoir are a reminder that this is NYC.
120 W 57th Street - Tel: +1 212 830 8000 - Email : vny.reservations@viceroyhotelsandresorts.com - Internet : www.viceroyhotelsandresorts.com

THE WESTHOUSE

This recently opened 172-room establishment has forged a style where Art Deco meets the contemporary. Behind the front desk, an illuminated glass case displays antique keys, a nod to the hotels of yesteryear. Here, the floating lounge concept is all the rage: from the ground floor to the 23rd floor, guests can enjoy a drink or snack on the deep sofas in the public areas or in the privacy of their room.
201 West 55th Street.
Tel: +1 212 707 4888 - Email :
welcome@westhousehotelnewyork.com - Internet : www.westhousehotelnewyork.com or www.slh.com

WYTHE HOTEL BROOKLYN

In a former factory converted into a hotel with 70 rooms and lofts and breathtaking views over Manhattan, everything is both raw and refined. Contemporary wallpaper and exposed brick, bay windows and furniture made in Brooklyn make you want to linger on the terraces and in the lounges. A popular spot for weekend brunch.
80 Wythe Street, Brooklyn - Tel :+1 718 460 8000 - Email : hello@wythehotel.com - Internet : www.wythehotel.com

Other major business hotels

THE PLAZA NEW YORK

Fifth Avenue at Central Park South - Tel: +1 212 759 3000 - Internet : www.theplazany.com

THE ST. REGIS NEW YORK

Two East 55th Street, at Fifth Avenue - Tel: +1 212 753 4500 - Internet: www.stregisnewyork.com

THE KNICKERBOCKER

6 Times Square - Tel: +1 855 865 6425 - Internet : theknickerbocker.com
or lhw.com

THE PIERRE, A TAJ HOTEL

2 East 61st Street at Fifth Avenue - Tel: +1 212 838 8000 - Email : thepierre.ny@tajhotels.com - Internet : www.thepierreny.com

THE MANDARIN ORIENTAL

80 Columbus Circle at 60th Street - Tel: +1 212 805 8800 - Email : monyc-reservations@mohg.com - Internet : www.mandarinoriental.com

Budget hotels

GOWANUS INN & YARD

This small 76-room hotel, which opened in December 2017 in a former warehouse, is located in the heart of Gowanus, a Brooklyn neighbourhood in the midst of a revival. On the edge of Park Slope, and a stone's throw from the underground, making it a 10-minute ride to Manhattan, this sleek new design is a great option for travellers on a budget. Surrounded by delightful little restaurants and trendy boutiques, the very trendy atmosphere of the place gives it a unique feel.
the feeling of being a real local.
645-651 Union Street, Brooklyn - Tel: +1 718 855 6500 - Email : contact@gowanusinn.com - Internet: www.gowanusinn.com

HILTON GARDEN INN TIMES SQUARE SOUTH

Close to the Javits Center convention centre, this new business hotel, opened in autumn 2017, offers 252 rooms and great value for money.
326 West 37th Street - Tel: +1 212 868 6700 - Internet: hiltongardeninn3.hilton.com

RESTAURANTS

LIL'GEM

Melissa O'Donnell's grandmother was originally from Lebanon. It was this oriental influence that led the former barmaid at the Peninsula Hotel to become the chef and owner of this cosy Lower East Side restaurant, which opened last October. Everything here is delicious: the mezze are all to die for - especially the red pepper purée with walnuts or the fromage frais with herbs, pistachios and olives - the cocktails are to die for - the Lil'Gem with labneh, for example - the breads are soft and the meat cooked to perfection. An address not to be missed.
29 Clinton Street - Tel: +1 646 368 1392 - Email : lilgemnyc@gmail.com - Internet: www.lilgemnyc.com

SEN SAKANA

This brand new restaurant in Midtown is having fun twisting codes by combining Peruvian recipes with Japanese classics. The result is ceviche made with citrus fruits such as yuzu and garnished with coloured corn. But you'll also find more traditional rolls and sushi. At the bar, Pisco Sour experts concoct this Peruvian cocktail.
28 West 44th Street - Tel:+1 212 221 9560 - Email : info@sensakana.com - Internet : sensakana.com

PONDICHERI CAFE

A large, post-industrial space in the revitalised NoMad district, where Indian cuisine has been dusted off and is predominantly vegetarian or even vegan. On the menu you'll find lovely creations such as avocado-salmon toast with curry leaves and mango chutney, quail curries with massala spices and kebabs with saffron octopus. For dessert, spiced cookies. Unexpected.
15 W 27th Street - Tel: +1 646 878 4375 - Internet : www.pondicheri.com

MERAKIA

A new and excellent address, again in the NoMad district. This Greek restaurant specialises in lamb. The ribs, grilled to perfection, are the highlight of this fine menu, which also offers a selection of Greek wines. While the atmosphere at lunchtime is very professional, in the evening the place becomes magical with its bar overhung by starry lights.
5 West 21st Street - Tel: +1 212 380 1950 - Email : reservations@merakia.com - Internet : www.merakia.com

WHITBY BAR

Healthy, contemporary cuisine for this bar, which is divided into two sections, one festive, the other more confidential. The grilled tuna with fennel and citrus fruit is an absolute must, as are the scallops and sea bass with lemongrass.
18 W 56th Street - Tel: +1 212 586 5656 - Email : whitby@firmdale.com - Internet: www.firmdalehotels.com

CONGRESS CENTRE

JACOB JAVITS CENTER

655 West 34th Street - Tel: +1 212 216 2000 - Email : moreinfo@javitscenter.com - Internet : www.javitscenter.com

PRACTICAL GUIDES

Cartoville, Gallimard (2018); Geoguide, Gallimard (2018); New York Chic et Zen (2016).

INFORMATION

NYC & COMPANY (New York Tourist Office) > Paul Black - Hills Balfour Limited, 58 Southwark Bridge Road, London, SE1 0AS - Tel : +44 20 7593 1722 - Email : paulblack@nycgo.com - Internet : www.nycgo.com

"Make it NYC" is the programme dedicated to business travellers, Incentive and Mice agencies to coordinate a stay in NYC. For more information, visit www.nycgo.com/makeitnyc

CENTER FOR AN URBAN FUTURE > 120 Wall Street, 20th Floor -
Tel: +1 212 479 3344 - Email: cuf@nycfuture.org - Internet: www.nycfuture.org

BUSINESS FRANCE IN NEW YORK > 1700 Broadway, 30^e floor -
Tel: +1 212 400 2160 - Email: ameriquedunord@businessfrance.fr -
Internet: www.businessfrance.fr

NEW YORK CITY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION > 110 William Street - Tel: +1 212 619 5000 - Email: FOIL@nycedc.com - Internet : www.nycedc.com

GREATER NEW YORK CHAMBER OF COMMERCE > 20 West 44th Street, 4th floor - Tel: +1 212 686 7220 - info@chamber.com - Internet : www.ny-chamber.com