A Champagne Bar in the Trees? Why not!
Perchingbar—a tree house-style Champagne bar 18 feet up in the air—will open near Verzy in the outdoor adventure park Arboxygène.

The Jazz à Juan Festival turns 50
In 2010, the prestigious international jazz festival “Jazz à Juan,” the oldest in Europe, will be celebrating its 50th anniversary.

Dijon’s Tomb Mourners visit the U.S.
The nearly 40 Mourners from the tomb of John the Fearless will head to the U.S. in 2010 on a unique seven-city tour.

FranceGuide 2010
ATOUT FRANCE is pleased to announce the release of FranceGuide 2010, the latest edition of their magazine for sophisticated travelers seeking new experiences in France. This year—for the first time—FranceGuide is expanding the magazine online, with over 50 web-exclusive articles, tips, and itineraries.

Normandy Impressionist Festival – the unmissable event of 2010!
Make a note of the date! From June to September 2010, more than 200 cultural events celebrating Impressionism will take place across Normandy.

Franche-Comté – Aunt Airie, an inspiration for Santa Claus
The “good fairy of the Montbéliard,” Aunt Airie is a Franche-Comte legend.

This winter, save up to $3,400 on a 7-night all-inclusive stay at Club Med Buccaneer’s Creek

Air France and KLM introduce New Baggage Policy
Effective with tickets issued November 1, 2009, Air France and KLM will introduce a revised baggage policy for customers traveling in Economy Class between the US and Europe including Algeria, Morocco and Tunisia.

Maison de la France becomes Atout France
May 19, 2009, Paris, France–Hervé Novelli, Secretary of State for Commerce, Artisanal industry, Small and Mid-sized Business and Tourism, presided this morning over the general assembly of Maison de la France who confirmed the creation of ATOUT FRANCE, a new association, the France tourism development agency.

Expect to hear these words from your guests once they experience an exclusive evening of authentic French entertaining – wonderful wines, exciting spirits, fabulous cheeses and chic ambiance – without having to produce their passports.

On June 4th, if selected as a host, you and your friends will be wining and dining in true Parisian style at a fantastique French Cocktail Hour! You’ll be ably prepared to explore great french food, wine and spirits thanks to Pasternak Wine Imports and The Cheeses of France. Then get ready to revel in a fun night of sipping, tasting and discovering how the best of France isn’t beyond anyone’s budget.

But the excitement doesn’t end there. Hosts will have the opportunity to compete in a contest and guests will have the opportunity to participate in a separate sweepstakes, giving both a chance to win a FREE trip for two to France sponsored by the French Government Tourist Office. So don’t delay, enter today for a unique taste of France right in your own maison.

You must be 21 or older to apply, host, and attend this party

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