Rankings : The five-star trail
Since its launch, France's fifth star has been shining in front of more and more hotels in Paris and the provinces. They range from independent establishments to chain brands with an international focus on the very top end of the market. But some are reluctant to claim this distinction.
Even more comfort for Korean Air
Hôtel Plaza Athénée
A certain boldness under the wood panelling: the bar at the Plaza Athénée hotel, with its bright counter and original cocktails, has quickly become a kind of classic in contemporary Paris.
Éric Boonstoppel, General Manager of Fouquet's Barrière
"The other trend is cutting-edge technology."
Lecoq-Gadby, a 100 % eco-friendly hotel in Rennes
Environmental concerns are increasingly important to customers. Véronique Brégeon has made this the main theme of the extension project for her Lecoq-Gadby hotel, a well-known address in Rennes since it opened in 1993.
Trend: Boutique hotels revisit their concept
Strategy: Radisson Blu sets its sights on Africa
Ukraine: IHG continues its breakthrough in the east
W Hotels reveals its room of the future
Premium Economy is popular
Whether it's called Economy Plus or Premium Economy, the intermediate class between Business and Basic Economy is distinguished by a seat that offers more space - around one metre, compared with 82 cm for traditional Economy.
Environment: a breath of fresh air
Against the backdrop of an acute economic crisis, many observers feel that environmental issues in the airline industry are taking a back seat.
