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[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]Corporate travel is becoming more expensive. Flights, accommodation, transfers and meals have all experienced price hikes in recent years, and with corporate travel still a necessity for many businesses, utilising a smart business travel spend software to monitor expenses and highlight areas of savings has become critical to business travel success. Offering a comprehensive overview of a business's overall travel spend, Pulse Travel's Travel Spend and Travel Management Software allows businesses to track their staff and travel spend, see where the budget is being spend the most and evaluate their overall Travel Policy to find opportunities for savings. If you're looking to integrate a business travel spend software to help better manage your travel expenses, read more below.   What is Business Travel Spend Software? Business travel spend software is an all-in-one software that can help you track and manage your business travel expenses. Commonly available through Travel Agencies as part of your Corporate Travel Management agreement, Business Travel spend software ensures you have clarity on your travel spend, and highlights ways where you can reduce spend and increase overall travel savings. Pulse Travel employs a business travel spend software called PulsePilot. Full integrated with a business's Corporate Travel, this software allows businesses supported by Pulse Travel to track their staff and travel expenses, monitor their overall travel expenses, pull customised travel spend reporting and evaluate their travel expenses to look for opportunities to save.   How does a Business Travel Spend Software benefit business? As travel technology advances, businesses are finding new and more complex ways to manage and optimise their business travel budgets to get the most bang for their buck. For businesses with more complex business travel needs, a business travel spend software is critical to helping monitor, manage and report on your travel budgets to ensure all staff travel stays within Company Agreements. Business travel spend software can support corporations in several ways:   Ensures Full Travel Policy Compliance As staff engage in travel more regularly, businesses will commonly put in place a Corporate Travel Policy to enforce a level of consistency within corporate travel. This ensures travel budgets aren't blown out by unauthorised bookings and staff can take advantage of any specific corporate rates that the business has agreed on with a supplier. Pulse's business travel spend and management software can be customised with specific details from your Travel Policy regarding these things, ensuring that any staff or Travel Managers who are booking travel on behalf of your business can only create bookings that align with your businesses Travel Policy, saving you money and ensuring full compliance.   Provides Centralised Invoicing Time is money, and for businesses with complex travel management needs, a business travel spend management tool is critical for tracking staff travel invoices. At Pulse Travel, Corporate Travel Management clients have full access to our business travel spend software, allowing Travel Managers and Finance Departments to easy compile travel invoices pre- and post-travel for ease of reconciliation.   Clear Travel Spend Reporting Regular travel reporting is the key to understanding the realities of your companies' travel needs, and for large corporations with regular travel this can be a complex operation. You'll ideally want to evaluate which destinations your staff are most often visiting, the reason for the travel, and which suppliers your business is using most frequently. For Pulse Travel partners, businesses have full access to this suite of information, allowing businesses to see their realistic travel habits, commonly used suppliers and any other unexpected expenses. This allows businesses to more effectively build manage total travel budgets and evaluate preferred supplier partnerships.   Clarity Around Travel Habits People are creatures of habit – and this will often flow into corporations. Many businesses find that they commonly book one supplier over another for various reasons, and a business travel spend software helps highlight these preferences. Many suppliers offer Supplier Agreements providing higher corporate discounts, increased flexibility and other perks as outlined in the agreement, and businesses who utilise one supplier more often than another can take advantage of these agreements.   Streamlining Processes In a world that values efficiency, business travel spend software has huge benefits for time saving and streamlining processes. As mentioned earlier, businesses are able to load details of a Travel Policy into their business travel spend software, ensuring staff travel is always compliant and saving time in the travel approval process. With all invoices and travel spend information also located in one convenient location, Finance Departments are able to quickly and efficiently pull important financial data for reporting, saving time resourcing invoices and manually compiling data.   Benefits of Pulse Travel's Business Travel Spend Software As businesses return to corporate travel, and business travel needs become more complex, the need for an advanced and effective business travel spend software is also critical. Pulse Travel employs advanced business travel software to arrange, monitor and report on all of their client travel needs, ensuring clients achieve full Travel Policy compliance, streamlined processes and effective use of their corporate travel budget. To speak to a Pulse Travel team member about your corporate travel needs, get in touch via 1300 131 885 or contact us.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

[vc_row][vc_column][nd_options_spacer nd_options_height="30"][vc_column_text css=""]Imagine a place where your entire extended family comes together to celebrate milestones, where you and your best friends can make unforgettable memories together, or where you can strengthen corporate bonds and celebrate business achievements as a group. Introducing Club Med's newest offering, 'Generational Getaways'. Designed for groups of 8 people or more, book a large group getaway at one of their all-inclusive resorts and enjoy priority room location*, priority seating in the restaurants* and further group discounts alongside all of the perks that we know and love from Club Med.[/vc_column_text][nd_options_spacer nd_options_height="20"][vc_single_image image="29202" img_size="full" css=""][nd_options_spacer nd_options_height="20"][nd_options_text nd_options_text_tag="h2" nd_options_text_weight="bold" nd_options_text="Between 8 and 19 guests" nd_options_text_font_size="30" nd_options_text_line_height="28"][nd_options_spacer nd_options_height="20"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/3"][nd_options_image nd_options_image="29197" nd_options_width="100%"][/vc_column][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text css=""]Package Inclusions... Looking to book that once-in-a-lifetime holiday with extended family or your group of friends? Take advantage of Club Med's Generational Getaways offering for 8 to 19 guests and enjoy: Premium accommodation Access to over 60 activities Ski passes and group lessons (in ski resorts) All-day gourmet dining All-day refreshments and open bar Childcare between 4 and 17 years old Night entertainment Personalised welcome Priority room location* Reserved tables in the main restaurant for dinner* *Subject to resort availability[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][nd_options_spacer nd_options_height="20"][nd_options_text nd_options_text_tag="h2" nd_options_text_weight="bold" nd_options_text="20 guests and above" nd_options_text_font_size="30" nd_options_text_line_height="28"][nd_options_spacer nd_options_height="20"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/3"][nd_options_image nd_options_image="29198" nd_options_width="100%"][/vc_column][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text css=""]Package inclusions... Looking to book a large group getaway with your staff or hobby group? Enjoy exclusive discounts on Club Med packages with their Generational Getaway offering for 20 guests or more, including: Premium accommodation More than 60 activities All-day gourmet dining All-day refreshments and open bar Childcare between 4 and 17 years old Night entertainment Personalised welcome for every group Priority room location* Reserved tables in the main restaurant for dinner* Group photoshoot* Additional group discount* *Terms and conditions apply. Subject to availability at resorts.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][nd_options_spacer nd_options_height="20"][nd_options_text nd_options_text_tag="h2" nd_options_text_weight="bold" nd_options_text="Ready to book your next getaway?" nd_options_text_font_size="30" nd_options_text_line_height="28"][nd_options_spacer nd_options_height="20"][vc_column_text css=""]Pulse Travel has 35 years of experience in booking large group Corporate and Leisure holidays and is ready to book your next holiday now. To book your Generational Getaway, get in touch via 1300 131 885 or contact leisure@pulsetravel.com.au.[/vc_column_text][nd_options_spacer nd_options_height="20"][/vc_column][/vc_row]

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] What is Project Sunrise? 'Project Sunrise' is the name Qantas has given to its suite of new ultra-long-haul flight routes. Officially announced in 2017, Project Sunrise is Qantas' plan to unite the world the travel, allowing travellers to travel directly between far-reaching destinations such as Sydney and London, New York and more. Put on hold during the Pandemic, Project Sunrise flights are currently expected to take off during the second half of 2026. The flights are expected to be flown on Airbus A350-1000 aircraft, specially designed in conjunction with Qantas, and to feature several unique features including a Wellness Zone and Super First Class to enhance passenger comfort while on board.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][nd_options_image nd_options_image="29183" nd_options_width="full"][nd_options_spacer nd_options_height="20"][vc_column_text css=""] What to from Project Sunrise Flights Project Sunrise: Key Destinations Designed specifically to help expediate long-haul travel and minimise stopovers, flights will initially be flying exclusively ultra-long-haul routes, specifically Sydney-London and Sydney-New York initially. While these are the only two routes confirmed at this stage, Qantas also hopes to add more city pairings to its ultra-long-haul repertoire, including flights out of Melbourne and into cities including Paris, Frankfurt, Cape Town and Rio de Janeiro.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][nd_options_image nd_options_image="29177"][nd_options_spacer nd_options_height="20"][vc_column_text css=""] Project Sunrise: Unique Features Expected to fly for up to 21 hours at a time, Project Sunrise flights and aircraft will naturally come with a few unique features to help increase customer comfort and ensure travellers enjoy their flight on the new flagship service: Wellness Zone Located strategically between the Premium Economy and Economy Cabins, by far the most unique feature is the Wellness Zone. Designed specifically to help mitigate issues with blood flow, cramping and flight fatigue, the Wellness Zone will be a dedicated stretching space where all passengers can go to stretch their legs, move around and alleviate muscle aches, with guided video exercises to help passengers move around. The Wellness Zone will also feature a range of different lighting combinations, designed strategically to help passengers transition through jet lag more effectively. Super First Class As is appropriate for Qantas' newest and most modern flagship flights, Project Sunrise Aircraft will feature a 'Super First Class', a lavish and ultra-private space for travellers to rest, relax and conduct business while onboard. Cocooned in a fully private suite, travellers lucky enough to travel in Super First Class will have a separate chair and bed, 32" HD screen with Bluetooth connectivity and customisable lighting, allowing passengers to change their lighting according to the time zone they want to adapt to in advance. Business Class Passengers travelling on these ultra-long-haul flights are likely to want as much comfort as possible, and so Qantas has invested a significant amount of time and energy into developing a comfortable Business Class offering. Featuring sliding privacy doors, a fully lie-flat bed, 18" video screen and charging capabilities, Business Class passengers will be able travel comfortably for 20 hours on board. Premium Economy and Economy Qantas' new Project Sunrise flights will also include Premium Economy and Economy Class seating as usual with their other aircraft – but considering the duration of the flight, the Airline has spent extra time ensuring the seats will be more comfortable. Passengers flying in Premium Economy and Economy will also have full access to the Wellness Zone, allowing them to get up and stretch their legs as needed throughout the flight.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][nd_options_image nd_options_image="29178"][nd_options_spacer nd_options_height="20"][vc_column_text css=""] When Will Project Sunrise Launch? At this stage, flights under the Project Sunrise banner are expected to launch in 2026. Passengers will be able to fly on one of 12 custom-designed Airbus A350-1000's – currently on order – and will be able to fly direct to destinations including London, New York and eventually Paris, Frankfurt, Cape Town and Rio de Janeiro. Pulse Travel looks forward to bringing our clients more news on Project Sunrise as it progresses further – to keep up-to-date and be one of the first on the flights when they launch, subscribe to our Travel Industry Newsletter.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] About Grapevine, Texas Centrally located in Dallas-Forth Worth, Grapevine, Texas offers city-sized fun in a small, welcoming community with an authentic, relaxed atmosphere. Just a stones-throw from DFW Airport and with a population of 51,000 people, Grapevine is the perfect place to explore while visiting Texas for business, or during a layover in between longer flights. Whether you're visiting for business or just for a day or two in between flights, check out the best places to stay and things to do in this small, country town.[/vc_column_text][nd_options_image nd_options_image="29159" nd_options_width="100%"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] Grapevine, Texas Accommodation Hyatt Regency DFW International Airport For those visiting Grapevine during a stopover and wanting to stay close to the airport, the Hyatt Regency DFW provides the perfect accommodation. Offering a convenient airport shuttle service, nearby parking garage and easy access to and from Terminal C, those travelling internationally or only visiting for a short stay will be able to rest and relax between connecting flights. Hilton DFW Lakes Executive Conference Centre Need to host business meetings while in the area? The Hilton DFW Lakes is the ideal place to stay for those needing to host business conferences and events, featuring Meeting Rooms, a Business Centre and an on-site restaurant to ensure everything required is in one location. The Hilton DFW Lakes is also located a short trip from LEGOLAND and the SEA LIFE Grapevine Aquarium, meaning travellers can easily explore the area before or after work trips. Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Centre Want to truly immerse yourself in Texan culture while staying? There's no better place to stay than the Gaylord Texan Resort & Convention Centre. Boasting a distinctive Texan vibe alongside a fun built-in waterpark, stay here with family or young children in between flights and take in the Texan atmosphere. The resort also offers a free shuttle service and is a short distance from main street and DFW Airport, meaning travellers can really explore the area before heading off again.   Things to do in Grapevine, Texas [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/3"][nd_options_image nd_options_image="29153" nd_options_width="100%"][/vc_column][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text css=""]SEA LIFE Grapevine Aquarium Grapevine Main Street district is home to dozens of historical buildings perfect for exploring during the day – and within one of those buildings, you'll find the SEA LIFE Grapevine Aquarium! Housing over 30 displays of turtles, sharks, jellyfish and more in the 45,000-square-foot aquarium, bring your family here between flights and say hello to the animals, or visit the Sea Turtle Rescue Centre and experience the Aquarium's important rehabilitation work.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text css=""]Urban Wine Trail With a name like Grapevine, it should come as no surprise that this small, country town is home to some pretty spectacular wineries – and the best way to visit them is on the Grapevine Urban Wine Trail. The headquarters of the Texas wine-tasting experience, book an extra day between flights and take the opportunity to explore the regions ever-growing wine trail, with daily tastings and plenty of winery rooms available for you to visit. If you're lucky, you may even visit during one of the region's award-winning festivals – you'll be glad that you did! [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/3"][nd_options_image nd_options_image="29155" nd_options_width="100%"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/3"][nd_options_image nd_options_image="29154" nd_options_width="100%"][/vc_column][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text css=""]Main Street Fest Outside of the many attractions open to the public year-round, Grapevine is also known for the many incredible festivals – the most highly-anticipated of which is Main Street Fest. Hosted in May every year (and running for over 40 years), Main Street Fest boasts three fun-filled days of live music, craft beverage experiences, delicious food and so much more, as well as a KidZone for families and a Carnival space. If you're flying to the US during May, we highly recommend stopping in DFW to experience this festival – you won't regret it![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] Explore Grapevine, Texas on your Next Trip Whether you're travelling to Texas for business or stopping in the area between longer flights, Grapevine is packed with attractions and events for people of all ages to enjoy. Next time you're considering a trip to Texas, speak to our Travel Agents about including a trip to Grapevine.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]

In today's day and age, connectivity is crucial. With many businesses now regularly hosting or sending staff off to global events, the need for integrated Conference and Business Travel Management support has become greater than ever. From cost-saving to risk management, swapping to an Integrated Travel Agency allows many businesses greater control over their staff travel and budgets, and greater peace of mind in the event something goes wrong. Learn more about how integrating these two services into one aligned offering can support a business.   What is an Integrated Travel Agency? An integrated Travel Agency is a Travel Agency that provides both Conference and Business Travel Management. Often undertaken by Corporate Travel Agencies such as Pulse Travel, an integrated travel agency will often support businesses in: Consolidating and managing their overall travel expenses Ensuring full adherence of a business's Corporate Travel Policy Utilising industry relationships to provide competitive pricing Ensuring full knowledge of staff travel at all times Providing attendee Travel Management for travelling parties during Conferences and Events For many Medium and Large Businesses, utilising an Integrated Travel Agency allows businesses to consolidate their Conference and Business Travel Management under one banner, saving time, money and resources. Furthermore, integrating these two offerings ensures fewer parties are managing a company's travel bookings at any one time, ensuring increased adherence to company Travel Policies and assurance that travellers are accounted for at all times.   Benefits of Integrating Business Travel and Meetings Management Conference and Business Travel Management as individual services can often contain significant overlap, and with businesses more budget-conscious than ever, there are several key points to be made in the argument for integration. 1. Cost-Saving Employing a third party to manage Conference and Corporate Travel is often necessary, but employing specialists to manage each piece of the puzzle comes with a cost. Many Agencies charge regular sign-on and management fees as part of their cost infrastructure to manage these bookings and events, and by combining your Conference and Business Travel Management under one roof businesses can minimise their costs while ensuring the same level of service. Some businesses may also offer sign-on discounts or deals for integrating these services under one roof, ensuring further business savings.   2. Risk Management With any type of travel or event, naturally comes risk. While risk is unavoidable in business, it's something that businesses want to mitigate as much as possible – and in this instance, the best way to mitigate risk is to minimise parties involved. Naturally, the more people involved in something at any one time can increase the risk of something going wrong. By employing multiple parties to manage the same service for different situations, businesses run the risk of parties being double-booked, changes being missed, or staff even being left stranded when they're unsure which party to speak to in the event of an emergency. By integrating these services under one banner companies ensure that all of their bookings and travel are managed by one team at all times, ensuring consistency, clear communication and efficiency in the event that something goes wrong.   3. Policy Compliance A companies Travel Policy will often outline their preferred suppliers, agreed booking rates, emergency protocol and any other specific rules that staff need to follow when travelling on behalf of a business, and adopting an integrated approach goes a long way to ensuring this Travel Policy is adhered to. Travel Policies are often created and reviewed in partnership with a Corporate Travel Manager regularly, and by combining Conference and Business Travel Management under one roof, businesses can ensure that this Policy is followed at all times and have better visuals over staff movements overall.   4. Improved Processes Clear, written processes go a long way in ensuring businesses run smoothly, and utilising a Travel Agency that provides both Conference and Business Travel Management allows businesses to streamline these processes and ensure business activities are as efficient as possible. For example, Pulse Travel has the ability to manage both Conferences and Corporate Travel, ensuring businesses have one distinct Point of Contact for all travel and tourism-related queries and one experienced Travel Agent to liaise with on any bookings, decreasing approval times and increasing overall efficiency.   5. Increased Clarity Conference and Business Travel Management can get complicated, and choosing to integrate the management of these services under one banner can go a long way in increasing clarity and decreasing confusion around processes. From a business perspective, integrating your Conference and Business Travel Management provides better tracking in terms of Travel Spend and Policy Compliance, and from a traveller's perspective provides clarity around who to contact if something goes wrong.   As companies place higher importance on Corporate Travel once more, finding new and more efficient ways to manage travel and events has become crucial. For more information on how Pulse Travel can support your business in Conference and Business Travel Management, get in touch via 1300 131 885.

[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""]Paris – a vibrant, bustling city where elegance meets modernity, art and culture combine, and millions of people visit each year. By far one of the most popular tourist cities to visit within France – and Europe as a whole – Paris welcomes over 50 million tourists, and with the city recently in the spotlight for the 2024 Summer Olympics, there has never been a better time to book your journey and explore the city – check out our guide for the best places to stay, eat and visit while you're there. Primary Language: French and English Currency: Euros Travel Time from Australia: Approximately 20 hours Visa Requirements: No requirements for a Visa when staying for up to 90 days. A Visa may be required to stay longer than 90 days. Best Time To Visit: April - June and October - November[/vc_column_text][nd_options_image nd_options_image="28965" nd_options_width="100%"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] Paris Travel Guide: Top Tips Where To Stay Paris is made up of 20 Arrondissements – similar to suburbs or districts – and where you stay will depend on what you want to do. Each Arrondissement is slightly different and has a different feel, but if it's your first time in Paris, you'll most likely want to stay in the 1st, 7th or 8th Arrondissements – these are the closest to the majority of popular tourist attractions and will allow you to immerse yourself fully in the culture. While there are hundreds of popular hotels in Paris, we recommend staying in the below when visiting:[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/3"][nd_options_image nd_options_image="29003" nd_options_width="100%"][/vc_column][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text css=""]Hotel Des Arts Paris Montmartre An upmarket hotel located in the 18th Arr., Hotel Des Arts Paris Montmartre is perfect for those who want to be in the centre of all the action. A short walk from the Moulin Rouge, Basilica, and close to Public Transport options, the property offers plenty of opportunity for those who want to get out and explore. The property also prides itself on itself on sustainable alternatives, offsetting 10% of the carbon footprint and offering reusable alternatives to single-use plastic.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text css=""]The Peninsula Paris If you're not afraid to spend a little more to enjoy true luxury while visiting Paris, you can't go past a stay in The Peninsula Paris. Located in the 8th Arr. and known for its opulent dining, accommodation and amenities – think a spa, hair salon and rooftop terrace – enjoy a quiet morning with coffee overlooking the city from your balcony, or hire a bike from the in-house bike rental and ride to the Eiffel Tower, Champs-Elysees or Arc de Triomphe.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/3"][nd_options_image nd_options_image="29004" nd_options_width="100%"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/3"][nd_options_image nd_options_image="29005" nd_options_width="100%"][/vc_column][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text css=""] Hôtel Monsieur Aristide If you've always wanted to live out your romantic French dreams complete with coffee in the leafy garden, look no further than the Hotel Monsieur Aristide. Located in the 18th Arr. right near the Moulin Rouge and Basilica, spend your mornings sipping coffee or juice outside in their garden before donning your walking shoes and exploring the region. The hotel also offers Romance Packages to help bring the 'City of Romance' to your next holiday – Speak to our Leisure team for more information![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text css=""] Hôtel Joyce - Astotel Located in between the 1st and 18th Arr.'s, the Hotel Joyce - Astotel is a comfortable, boutique hotel perfect for those who want to explore the city and everything that it has to offer. Offering free Wi-Fi, a buffet breakfast and bike rental, grab a coffee and croissant from the restaurant before donning your walking shoes and biking through the city, touring the Palais Garnier, Louvre and Champs-Elysees.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/3"][nd_options_image nd_options_image="29006" nd_options_width="100%"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/3"][nd_options_image nd_options_image="29007" nd_options_width="100%"][/vc_column][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text css=""] Nolinski Paris - Evok Collection A luxury spa hotel right on the Siene in the 1st Arr., if you're looking for an upmarket property with plenty of clean, modern flair, look no further than the Nolinksi Paris – Evok Collection. A short distance from the Louvre, Notre Dame Cathedral, Palais Garnier and the Siene, walk around the city by day before retiring to their restaurant at night for a French dining experience.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] Where To Eat If Paris is known for anything, its known for food, wine and exceptional coffee. While the chances are you'll find somewhere exceptional to eat on just about every street corner, there are a few that come highly recommended: Cafe de Flore One of the most popular cafes in Paris – particularly with the Parisian elite – Cafe de Flore is the perfect place to visit for a lazy afternoon people-watching. Popular for their coffee and croissants, visit in the early morning or late afternoon to avoid the queues, and watch Parisian life evolve before your eyes. Early June Known as the hotspot for travelling chefs when they visit the city, if you fancy something a little more unique, a trip to the Early June Wine Bar is a must-do. Offering a relaxed atmosphere, plenty of wines and an ever-changing menu due to the rotation of travelling chefs, book in for an evening of casual dining and wine sampling – but be prepared to spend some time there as the menu is extensive! Le Jules Verne, The Eiffel Tower Set within the Eiffel Tower and offering both incredible food and incredible views of the inner workings of the Iron Lady, you'd be hard-pressed to find a more impressive place to dine in Paris. Known for its private dining offering, this restaurant is more upmarket and a little pricier than most of the restaurants and cafes in Paris, but well worth the visit for a chance to sit within one of the region's most famous landmarks! Du Pain et Des Idees No trip to Paris is complete without visiting the many Bulangeries, and Do Pain et Des Idees is one of the best. Right near the Siene in an 1875 shop with painted ceilings, grab a chair and a chocolate pistachio swil and watch Parisian life go by. They're also known for their signature 'pain des amis' bread, so don't forget to sample this! La Poule au Pot French cuisine is classically known for a few things – foie gras, French onion soup and escargot – so if you're hoping to indulge in some classic French dishes while visiting the city, add a visit to La Poule au Pot to the list. While this restaurant isn't one of the cheapest places to go, you can expect to indulge in quintessential Parisian dishes from exceptional chefs, so it's a must-do if you want to immerse yourself in the dining scene.   There are also plenty of food and wine tours that run throughout the week taking travellers to some of the most iconic Parisian restaurants and cafes, so if you're overwhelmed by the food choices and want to ensure you eat at the best, we recommend speaking to our Leisure Team and letting them book you a tour![/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] Must-See Experiences Known as one of the world's best tourism locations, Paris is home to a huge number of world-class tourism locations that are must-sees while visiting for business. If you find yourself visiting the city for 'Bleisure' purposes, we recommend visiting the below:[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/3"][nd_options_image nd_options_image="29012" nd_options_width="100%"][/vc_column][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text css=""]Notre Dame First opening in 1345, the Notre Dame is one of Paris' oldest and most iconic attractions, welcoming millions of visitors every year. Famous for its high ceilings, stained glass windows and organ with 8,000 pipes, the Notre Dame is currently undergoing restorative works after the 2019 fire that destroyed its iconic spire, with the building expected to reopen to the public in December 2024.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text css=""]Sacré-Cœur Basilica One of the many incredible historical structures that Paris is known for, a trip to the Sacré-Cœur Basilica is essential if you're a fan of architecture, history and incredible culture. An awe-inspiring Roman Church, step inside and explore the basilica itself, or take a Dome Tour to see the roof up close and marvel at the architecture. We recommend visiting at sunset, when you can see the Eiffel Tower and Paris painted gold and red from the sun.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/3"][nd_options_image nd_options_image="28973" nd_options_width="100%"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/3"][nd_options_image nd_options_image="28972" nd_options_width="100%"][/vc_column][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text css=""]The Louvre The national Art Museum in Paris, and one of the most famous museums in the world, a visit to The Louvre is highly recommended for anyone visiting the city. Located on the Right Bank of the Siene and home to some of the world's most famous works of Western art, including the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo and Winged Victory, we recommend booking out a whole day to explore this Art Museum and all of the wonders that it holds.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text css=""]Eiffel Tower The Eiffel Tower is arguably one of the most famous tourist attractions in Paris, if not the whole of Europe, so no trip to Paris is complete without carving some time out of your trip to visit (and to get that classic "holding up the Tower" photo). Open right up until late, take a wander around the base and marvel at the sheer size of the structure, or climb to the top and take in views of the whole of Paris. The Eiffel Tower is also home to a restaurant, so why not make an evening out of it and dine there once you've explored the structure?[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width="1/3"][nd_options_image nd_options_image="28970" nd_options_width="100%"][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column width="1/3"][nd_options_image nd_options_image="29013" nd_options_width="100%"][/vc_column][vc_column width="2/3"][vc_column_text css=""]Jardin de Tuileries Apart from food and its many historical buildings, Paris is also known for its many beautiful green spaces – one of which is the Jardin de Tuileries, also known as the Tuileries Garden. Located in between the Louvre and the Place de la Concorde, this 28-hectare public garden plays host to a huge number of statues, fountains and cafes for you to sit and sip coffee in between adventures. We also recommend taking some time to pack a picnic basket and sit for a picnic in the gardens with other Parisians.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text css=""] Booking Your Next Paris Trip One of the world's largest economies and now home to a wide range of startup and established businesses, business travel to Paris is becoming more common than ever as businesses look to close deals, develop ties and open new office spaces in the region. Pulse Travel has over 35 years of experience in the Corporate Travel Industry, and regularly supports travellers in booking business travel to Paris and around the world. If you're looking for a Corporate Travel Agent or want to learn more about our offerings, get in touch.[/vc_column_text][/vc_column][/vc_row]