December 5th the world's beau monde will gather in Paris.2009-10-17December 5th 2009 Paris will welcome the traditional XII Bal de Paris, which brings together celebrities from all around the world. More than 400 famous people from the world of policy, arts and sports will visit the event: Alen Delon, Nancy Chopard among them. Year after year thanks to its fame in various countries the ball becomes the meeting point for the international beau monde from almost 30 countries, including Western European region, USA, Canada, Latin America, Russia and Japan. Hotel Fouquet's Barriere will in some way participate in the event as well since it is here that the festive gala dinner will be organised.

October 27th 2009 the hotel hosts La journée du Diagnostic Immobilier.2009-10-21La journée du Diagnostic Immobilier or JDI is an event which brings together sustainable building professionals eager to discuss the problems of construction, rehabilitation and energy sources. Taking place October 27th, 2009 at Paris Marriott Rive Gauche Hotel, it will include various events: conferences, workshops, discussions and other activities dedicated to the subject. The main focus of the Salon JDI is key development strategies and growth opportunities, including the ones offered by the Grenelle Environment Forum. More than 30 exhibitors take part in the event. Opened 9.30 - 19.00.

Mr. Fabrice Martin is appointed the General Director at this hotel located in the heart of everything.2009-10-24Radisson Blu Hotel Le Metropolitan Paris Eiffel welcomes the new General Director, Mr. Fabrice Martin, who picks up the baton from the hotel's former director, Mr. Fougerol Alexander. Mr. Martin's carreer in the hotel industry started in 1997. At that time he was a waiter at the Landmark Hotel (formerly Regent) in London. In 2000 he moved up the carreer ladder to become the director at one of the hotel's restaurants.

In January 2002 he joined the Rezidor group as a restoration director at the Radisson SAS Hotel Champs-Elysees. His success was quick, and in 2007 he was appointed the Deputy Executive Director to become a General Director just a few months later.

Mr. Christophe Raoux is the Directeur des cuisines at the InterContinental Paris Le Grand.2009-10-29Meet Mr. Christophe Raoux, the Directeur des cuisines at the InterContinental Paris Le Grand. After working with the world's best known chefs he finds himself, at the age of 38, at this Parisian hotel, which attracts locals and international clientele to its great Cafe de La Paix and La Verrière winter garden. Christophe's former work includes the position of Chief Executive of Groupe Alain Ducasse and collaboration with Michel Roth, Guy Legay, Gerard Besson and others. As for The InterContinental hotel in Paris, here Christophe will demonstrate the art of cooking simple and tasty dishes, with an accent on high quality products.

The hotel offers tickets to the Galeries Nationales.2009-11-02Starting November 1st San Regis hotel introduces an offer for the best grounded in culture.. Or at least for those who want to learn more about arts. The San Régis Expo Package includes a 2-night accommodation for 2 people and two tickets to one of the following exhibitions at Galeries Nationales: "Renoir au XXè siècle" or "De Byzance à Istanbul" (depending on the arrival dates and an exhibition opening times). The first runs until January 4th and explores Renoir's works that are usually little told about like decorative painting and sculpture. "De Byzance à Istanbul" (until January 25th, 2010) is dedicated to the city of Constantinople/ Istanbul and its culture through times. The offer is available November 1st 2009 - January 20th 2010, New Years Eve not included.

The winner is Renaud Auguste-Dormeuil and his «Black Out».2009-11-071st October 2009 Hotel Le Meurice announced the winner of its Meurice Prize for Contemporary Art - the nonprofit competition that allows young artists promote themselves and demonstrate their talent to general public. This year's winner is Renaud Auguste-Dormeuil (Situ gallery). It is he who was chosen to be awarded with a €20,000 prize for his creative project «Black Out» that left more than other 50 presentations behind. The «Black Out» is an image of a city-wide power off, or, in another interpretation, the memory loss. What makes the project special is that the author shows how darkness can be used instead of light. Art lovers will be able to see Renaud's work at the Armory Show 2010 in New York.

Each Wednesday turns into the ladies' day at the Kube hotel.2009-11-09

Starting 7 pm every Wednesday the Kube hotel turns into the land of ladies' fun. Do you believe in girl power? Then we are glad to present the party plan for this year's end.

November 4th 2009 you could enjoy the performance by dj Roussia, and next Wednesday, November 11th will be the date for the dj set by Gael and Marion, the talented tandem of jazz and funk artists who will share their universe at the Kube.

November 18th don't miss the performance by the beautiful Italian singer Cristina Marocco, who will present her new single "Love is" at the hotel.

The next girly date is the 25th of November, and the performer for the evening is dj Aline who had 10 years of collaboration with Radio Nova and now started a new page at Europe 1.

Happy New Year! December 31st will be filled with the sunny atmosphere of the KUBE Hotel Saint-Tropez.

The 100th years old hotel stays young and fresh, and so do its guests.2009-11-10The legendary Lutetia Hotel in Paris celebrates its 100th anniversary next year. However, the hotel does not lose its young identity and supports its guests in their ambitions to stay young and fresh with its latest addition - the Parisian style Spa Lutetia. Enjoy its signature 3-hour spa rituals complemented by the spa menu for the true gourmets.

The Taste & Spa includes a lunch for two at Le Palais followed by the relaxing massage at the Spa Lutetia. The Lutetia Reborn is a three-hour complex of treatments developed in accordance with your skin's needs. The ritual includes a consultation, facials, massage for your body amd manicure. Enjoy a glass of 1910 - 2010 Lutetia champagne after the treatments.

The hotel received an acknowledgement at the World Travel Awards 2009.2009-11-15Every year a number of travel industry players - hotels, airlines, resorts etc - are awarded with the Oscars of the travel world - World Travel Awards. In 2009 the awards are presented for the 16th time and, as usual, each winner is the best in its field. Only those who demonstrate consistence in high quality and service deserve the WTA prizes. We are glad to introduce the winner in the «France's Leading Boutique Hotel» category to you. This year its Renaissance Paris Vendome Hotel in the downtown Paris, close to the city's main attractions and shopping venues. Congratulations!

This boutique hotel provides comfortable accommodation in chic atmosphere.2009-11-21Welcome to Le Petit Paris! This 20-roomed hotel is the right choice for the guests who can't imagine their stay in Paris without impressive and colourful accommodation. Located in the very heart of the Latin Quarter close to the Luxembourg Gardens, the building is unique in design and style. The 17th century facade hides a chic interior by Sybille de Margerie known for her colaboration with luxury properties. The hotel was refurbished in 2009 and features brand new furniture and fabrics with an impressive colour pallette. Plus the hotel is very intimate and the small courtyard is a perfect corner to enjoy this intimacy. November 2009 Le Petit Paris offers promotion for the thrifty guests: when booking a three night stay you pay for 2 only!

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The luxurious property will soon reopen after renovation.2009-12-01Be prepared for a complete sensation in the hotel world next spring, 2010 since Le Royal Monceau hotel soon reopens after a 20 months100 mln Euros renovation. Luxurious, elegant and vibrant - this is what the property in the heart of Paris must look like. Under the skillful artistic hand of Philippe Starck and the management of Sylvain Ercoli, Le Royal Monceau will surely attract celebrities and politicians.

150 rooms and 56 suites will demonstrate unique details one would never meet in some other hotel. Dining concepts by Laurent André and Pierre Hermé's confectionery, the bohemian atmosphere at the hotel's bars will be its typical offers, but what makes the hotel a special spot is its own cinema, arts bookstore and even an art gallery.

Preferred Hotel Group has launched the new Sterling Design designation. Mon hotel is among the first to join this collection.2009-12-06The stylish Mon hotel is one of the first properties to receive th new Sterling Design designation from the Preferred Hotel Group. Sterling Design will boast a collection of hotels all around the world with an accent on design, comfort, great services and value for money. And, being a part of this new designation, Mon will now welcome guests with a slogan that reflects the nature of Sterling Design: "As Individual as You".

Mon hotel is located in the 16th arrondissement of Paris where such attractions as Parc des Princes, Musée Galliera and Trocadéro are found. Various room categories are at your choice at this 4-star boutique hotel, and each of them is unique in its own way.

The Best Western Les Theatres has completed renovation this year.2009-12-07Best Western welcomes several hotels in France in 2009, one of which is located in the very heart of Paris. The Best Western Les Theatres enjoys the outstanding position close to the city theatres and shops. No better address can be invented to penetrate into the atmosphere of the old Paris. The other advantage is its brand new looks and amenities since it has completed renovation in 2009. Its new features are updated air conditioning system and free Wi-Fi access.

November 25th Intercontinental Paris Le Grand welcomed the prestigious travel ceremony.2009-12-11Intercontinental Paris Le Grand is always in the heart of the latest travel news. For example, November 25th 2009 the hotel's impressive Grand Salon Opéra played host to the Worldwide Hospitality Awards and the ceremony's 800 guests - the major players in the hospitality world, including 200 hotel brands and 10 renown large hotel groups. The ceremony's organizer was MKG Group - the flagship company in tourism marketing studies. Among the winners of the evening were The Pod Hotel New York and MamaShelter Paris hotel (winner at the Best Innovative Concept in Limited Service Hotels category), Fairmont Hotels & Resorts and Plaza Athénée Paris for Best Customer Relationship Management and many other hotels and hotel companies.

The hotel welcomes guests to its New Year party.2009-12-13New Year and Christmas are a grand festive season in Paris. Every year hotels all around the city join the celebrations and congratulate their guests with this new page in every person's life. This 2009/ 2010 season Crillon will as usual greet guests with the delicious Christmas cake which will this time be prepared in the form of a bow tie and dedicated to the talented French designer Alber Elbaz (Lanvin).

The popular Sunday brunches will now also be organised on Saturdays and the traditional tea parties will change the main theme every month. For December its «All about chocolate» and the program for January is entitled «Fresh Green Almonds».

The New Year party will be organised in the historic ballroom and the famous Ambassadeur restaurant will turn into a dance floor. Happy New Year!

There are several Christmas and New Year events organised at the hotel.2009-12-18Marinated raw sea scallops with an oyster sorbet, Bresse chicken, Spooned Vacherin cheese served with roasted walnuts, Line caught sea-bass covered with oyster tartar... Isn't this the dinner of your dream? With Le Bristol hotel you can be quite sure that your festivities will be refined and surrounded with luxury.

There are several events waiting for you at Le Bristol this holiday season. Firstly, its the Christmas Eve Dinner served at Le Bristol December 24th. Christmas lunch and dinner are organised December 25th at 12.30 and 7.30 pm while the New Year's Eve dinner starts December 31st and 8 pm. The dinner will be accompanied by the music and dancing at the bar and midnight fireworks in the garden. There will be another NY Eve program organised at the Salons de la Residence, with entertainment, orchestra and dancing. The menus are composed by chef Eric Frechon. Let your holidays be unforgettable!

InterContinental Paris Le Grand was the first InterContinental property to open in Paris.2009-12-19InterContinental Paris Le Grand - until now, the only existing Intercontinental hotel in Paris - will soon welcome a «sister» hotel in the French capital. Entitled InterContinental Paris Avenue Marceau, the property will boast a location a few steps from the famous Arc de Triomphe and the Champs Elysees.

Formerly a Crowne Plaza hotel, InterContinental Paris Avenue Marceau will offer 55 rooms and Philippe Starck's design that incorporates classical and urban features. The property occupies three buildings representing three different epochs and has a courtyard. Those always choosing the highest accommodation can check into one of the two penthouse suites, one of which is a terrace suite with a patio overlooking the Eiffel Tower.

Discover the abstract painting at the hotel.2009-12-21Until the end of December 2009 The Terrass hotel, which was voted the best 4 star property in 2008, hosts an exhibition of paintings by Geneviève Bardinaud in its lobby. The artist started painting in 2000. According to his own words, paiting for Geneviève Bardinaud is a journey into the unknown, with no particular aim, but just the desire to observe it. Do not hesitate to spend a bit more time at the hotel and enjoy a teatime by the fire in its 12 Cozy bar or at Le Diapason restaurant.

Get into a fairytale at the hotel's SnowBar.2009-12-25This Winter (until Christmas) Hilton Arc de Triomphe invites you to enjoy the fairytale come true at its Andalusian Patio which takes a form of a winter cocktail garden. The charming Christmas trees, waitresses wearing Santa Claus outfits and a choice of drinks and canapes at the chalet bar create a joyous atmosphere. But even when the snowbar is closed, that doesn't mean that the festive season is over. On the New Year's Eve check out the sumptuous menu created by the Executive Chef Philippe Daigneaux, enjoy live entertainment and dance till you drop at the Salon Normandy. Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!