Luxury Packages Still Strong In Riviera Travel Industry

By Paul Lacter, Vice President, European Operations, Luxury Riviera Travel.
Despite the uncertain economic climate, there is still a strong appeal among well-to-do travelers for vacation packages that provide uncompromising luxury and style. This can be noted in the demand for luxury accommodations on round-the-world cruises, the appearance of new airlines specializing in Business Class and First Class seating and the occupancy rates of luxury hotels all over the world. So it’s not surprising that the South of France, a destination associated with travel elegance since the mid-1800’s, should remain popular with travel epicureans.
“Our bookings were very solid last year and we see the same strength in 2008,” observed Cecile Carletti, responsible for sales at the exclusive Chateau de la Chevre d’Or in Eze, France. The hotel and restaurant which has two Michelin stars and offers breath taking views of the Mediterranean Sea has three restaurants and each of its rooms and suites are individually decorated in fine, antique furniture. When asked about the weakness of the dollar against the euro Ms. Carletti shrugs her well tanned shoulders and replies, “Yes, we are aware of it of course but our guests don’t appear to be greatly affected.”
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