On a first-time luxury river cruise in France, our reporter learns why this all-inclusive trip, despite its expense, was worth it.
Category: France
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Transactions Between Bernard Arnault and Russian Businessman Face Scrutiny
French prosecutors are looking at a 2018 real estate deal between the head of the LVMH luxury empire and Nikolai Sarkisov, a Russian insurance magnate.
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A Sri Lankan Baker’s Baguette Conquers France
After 17 years in France, Tharshan Selvarajah has yet to apply for citizenship. But he has made bread for President Emmanuel Macron.
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Gérard Depardieu’s Art Collection Sells for $4.2 Million at Paris Auction
Over 230 pieces went under the hammer, including sculptures by Rodin. The French actor — now dogged by allegations of sexual misconduct — once played the artist in a movie.
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China’s Import Curbs on Cosmetics Face Pushback in Europe
Cosmetics sales in China are soaring, but a group of exporting nations led by France are pushing Beijing to lift restrictions they say are blocking them unfairly.
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LVMH’s Bernard Arnault Is the King of Luxury, but Who Is Next to the Throne?
With brands like Tiffany, Dom Pérignon and Louis Vuitton, LVMH turned him into one of the world’s richest men. But with five children, he has a hard decision to make.
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Francia apoya a Woody Allen, Louis C. K. y Johnny Depp
Últimamente, Francia ha dado una cálida acogida a hombres del mundo artístico que han sido acusados de abusos sexuales, conducta sexual inapropiada o violencia doméstica.
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CAA Deal Sees François-Henri Pinault Shopping for Star Power
The French billionaire François-Henri Pinault’s deal for the talent agency CAA is driven by the belief that fashion increasingly needs celebrities.
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France Offers Support for Woody Allen, Johnny Depp and Louis C.K.
Under fire in America, Mr. Allen made his 50th film in and around Paris, where he was able to secure a deal, despite the sexual abuse accusations against him.
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Woody Allen Draws Protests and Praise at the Venice Film Festival
The director premiered his 50th film, “Coup de Chance.” It won over critics but not protesters, who asked organizers to “turn the spotlight off of rapists.”
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2023 Rugby World Cup Favorites Face a Difficult Path
The top four teams in the world may have to face off in the tournament’s first knockout round. Other formidable contenders are lurking in the field, though.
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Late Summer Getaways at 5 Country Hotels
Whether it’s a “yurt village” in Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains or a riverside mansion in Cognac country in France, here are places where food and nature enthusiasts can mark the season’s end.