The seventh edition of French Connection 2009, the annual road show conducted by Atout France, the French Tourism Department Agency, was held in Mumbai from November 23-24, 2009. The road show observed several new tourism boards from France entering the Indian market with an aim to tap the growing outbound tourist segment, while 23 exhibitors showcasing various French tourism products. This year, the event has been spearheaded by Paris Ile-de-France Regional Tourist Board, which is investing for the promotional activity in the Indian market for the first time. The Val d'Isere Tourist Office, Loire Valley Tourist Office and the Saint Tropez Tourism are also exhibiting their destinations to the Indian market for the first time. The French Connection 2009 road show which began yesterday in New Delhi will conclude today.
Other exhibitors from Paris at the road show in Mumbai included Centre Georges Pompidou, Chateau et Parc de Thoiry, Cityrama, Dream Castle Hotel, Galaries Lafayette, Lucien Barriere Hotels & Casino, KTS France and Paradis Latin. |