See Europe As You’ve Never Seen It Before! Master today’s prevailing niche markets to sell more European travel
International Destination Expo All Agents are Welcome
April 12-16, 2008 Lyon, France Lyon is the crossroad to all European cities
hether you have clients who are first-time or frequent travelers to Europe, the International Destination Expo in Lyon offers the industry's foremost education on selling today’s up and coming niche markets.
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You will gain vital knowledge and first-hand experience to provide your clients with a vacation that is both personalized and unique. Benefit from endless opportunities to capture more
European travel sales, including comprehensive destination training, in-depth product seminars, exceptional culinary events (plus dining at the finest local restaurants), free sightseeing tours, trade show interaction with the region’s top suppliers and evenings filled with networking opportunities and local entertainment.
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Saturday, April 12
Sunday, April 13
Monday, April 14
Tuesday, April 15
Opening General Session and Welcome Event
Certification Seminars
Trade Show
Certification Seminars
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France Destination Specialist Wine/Gastronomy - Travel Using Your Senses Get a Piece of Western Europe Honeymoon Profits! How to Market Unique River Barging & Cruising
Product Seminars Trade Show
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France Destination Specialist Get a Piece of Western Europe Honeymoon Profits! Capturing the Soft Adventure Travel Market Getting the Most Out of Rail Travel How to Market Unique River Barging & Cruising Wine/Gastronomy - Travel Using Your Senses City Tours/Trips - How to Design a Tour Package Using Multiple Cities
Get a Piece of Western Europe Honeymoon Profits! Capturing the Soft Adventure Travel Market How to Market Unique River Barging & Cruising City Tours/Trips - How to Design a Tour Package Using Multiple Cities • France Destination Specialist • Wine/Gastronomy - Travel Using Your Senses • Getting the Most Out of Rail Travel
Half-Day Sightseeing Tours Final Gala
CAPTIVATE yourself with the charm EXCEED your clients’ expectations SPECIALIZE in selling this region W
hat does it take for a vacation to go from good to extraordinary? We'll show you at the International Destination Expo 2008. By taking advantage of this educational event, you'll be able to see Europe in a whole new way. We'll help you sell travel that goes beyond the mark. Apply the skills you gain here to provide the dream vacation where travelers can live in the moment of the intimate sights, sounds, smells and tastes that make Europe one of the most unforgettable places in the world.
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Wednesday, April 16
Thursday, April 17
Full Day Sightseeing Tours
Depart for Post Tours
Visit www.ASTAnet.com/Expo to view newly added seminars
Facades Bord Saone ©Marie Perrin-OT Lyon Cover: Place Bellecour ©Philippe Bastie-OT Lyon, Facades Bord Saone
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As the host city for the Expo, Lyon offers a unique vantage point, enabling you to sell exquisite vacations that will exceed your clients' expectations. Lyon is the key to unlocking several of the most beautiful cities in France as well as Italy, Switzerland, Germany and Spain. Once you arrive, you'll be immersed in the culture, attractions and travel business opportunities that this enchanting destination has to offer. By attending the Expo, you'll gain valuable industry knowledge, form advantageous relationships with local suppliers, uncover new ways to expand your products and services and experience many of the exciting places that Lyon and its surrounding area have to offer.
EXPERIENCE LYON Register Online www.ASTAnet.com/Expo
April 12-16, 2008
LYON IS THE STEPPING STONE TO ALL EUROPEAN CITIES s the third largest city in France, Lyon has a very rich cultural heritage and is famous for its gourmet cuisine and some of the finest French vineyards. At the crossroads of European cities such as Paris, Milan, Barcelona, Frankfurt, Brussels, Geneva, London and close to the Mediterranean Sea and Alpine ski resorts, this city is perfectly located for people wanting to travel through Europe by air, train or car.
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Flight Times to Main European Cities City
Time
Amsterdam
1 h 40
Barcelona
1 h 15
Brussels
1 h 20
Copenhagen
3 h 00
Frankfurt
1 h 35
Istanbul
3 h 15
Lisbon
2 h 20
London
1 h 40
Madrid
1 h 45
Manchester
2 h 00
Milan
1 h 00
Munich
1 h 20
Prague
1 h 35
Rome
1 h 20
Warsaw
2 h 20
Register Online www.ASTAnet.com/Expo
AND IS EASY TO GET TO! TGV (High Speed Train) Times to Main European Cities
Discounted Air Travel
City
Time
Avignon
1 h 05
Brussels
3 h 50
All attendees will be able to purchase discounted airfare from some of the leading airlines, including AirFrance. Visit www.astanet.com/expo to view the latest updates.
Dijon
1 h 35
Discounted Transportation with Rail Europe
Geneva
1 h 50
Lille
3 h 00
London
5 h 30
Marseille
1 h 35
Milan
5 h 45
Montpellier
1 h 45
Nantes
4 h 10
As you begin making travel arrangements for the International Destination Expo in Lyon, remember that rail is the most convenient way to travel in and around France. Booking details and All attendees will receive regulations will be 75AD on rail passes and available six months discounts on rail tickets. prior to the conference.
Nice
4 h 15
France and More by Rail
Paris
1 h 55
Turin
4 h 00
Lyon is just two hours by high-speed TGV rail service from Paris’ Charles De Gaulle airport. With trains running hourly, it offers an easy and convenient mode of transportation. Pre- or post-tour destinations such as Avignon, Dijon, Marseille, the Loire Valley and even Italy or Switzerland are also easy to reach by rail. Agents can check fares and schedules on http://agent.raileurope.com as well as review ticket options such as point-to-point, France Rail, France Rail 'n Drive or multi-country rail passes.
Driving Times to Main European Cities City
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Barcelona
5 h 00
Milan
4 h 30
Paris
4 h 00
Turin
3 h 00
Book directly with the hotel of your choice by using the contact information provided below.
Europe offers some of the country’s most luxurious and exquisite hotels, featuring much of the originality and sensual charisma that is central to the region's culture. While you’re in Lyon for the Expo, enjoy your stay at one of the lavish hotels you will want to book for your clients!
CONFERENCE HOTELS
1. Best Western Hotel Charlemagne 23, cours Charlemagne, 69002 Ph: 33 (0) 4 72 77 70 10 Fx: 33 (0) 4 78 42 94 84 fabienne.guilhem@hotel-lyon.fr 65 Euros single/double
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7. Hilton Lyon
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13. Hotel Royal
70 Quai Charles de Gaulle, 69463 Ph: 33 (0) 4 78 17 50 50 Fx: 33 (0) 4 78 17 52 52 127 Euros single/139 Euros double
8. Hotel de la Cité Concorde 2. Collège Hotel
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9. Hotel le Phenix 3. Cour des Loges
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2, 4, 6, 8, rue du Bœuf, 69005 Ph: 33 (0) 4 72 77 44 44 Fx: 33 (0) 4 72 40 93 61 contact@courdesloges.com 189 Euros single/215.65 Euros double (Classical/Superior) 278 Euros single/double for piazzetta/ jr. suite/apartment
4. Globe et Cecil
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21, rue Gasparin, 69002 Ph: 33 (0) 4 78 42 58 95 Fx: 33 (0) 4 72 41 99 06 80 Euros single/double
5. Grand Hotel des Terreaux 16, rue lanterne, 69001 Ph: 33 (0) 4 78 27 04 10 Fx: 33 (0) 4 78 27 97 75 90 Euros single/double
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Concorde 22, quai Charles de Gaulle, 69006 Ph: 33 (0) 4 78 17 86 86 Fx: 33 (0) 4 78 17 86 99 100 Euros single/120 Euros double
5, place Saint Paul, 69005 Ph: 33 (0) 4 72 10 05 05 Fx: 33 (0) 4 78 27 98 84 70 Euros single/double
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10. Hotel Lyon Metropole & Spa 85 quai Joseph Gillet, 69004 Ph: 33 (0) 4 72 10 44 44 Fx: 33 (0) 4 72 10 44 42 metaix@lyonmetropole.com 100 Euros single/double
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6. Grand Hotel Mercure Chateau Perrache
12 cours de Verdun Rambaud Esplanade de la gare, 69002 Ph: 33 (0) 4 72 77 15 00 Fx: 33 (0) 4 78 37 06 56 Contact: Claire Rivoire H1292-RE@accor.com 100 Euros single/double (chambres Supérieurs) 115 Euros single/double (chambres de luxe)
4 rue Jussieu, 69002 Ph: 33 (0) 4 78 42 56 51 Fx: 33 (0) 4 78 42 10 71 Contact: H2950@accor.com 100 Euros single/double
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24 Boulevard des Belges, 69006 Ph: 33 (0) 4 72 82 18 00 Fx: 33 (0) 4 78 93 80 06 infora@warwickhotels.com 120 Euros single/double
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75, Rue du Président Edouard Herriot, 69002 Ph: 33 (0) 4 78 38 09 50 Fx: 33 (0) 4 78 42 19 19 Contact: Jean-Pierre Tardy H2949@accor.com 100 Euros single/double
15. Le Pavillon de la Rotonde & Spa
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5 rue Stella, 69002 Ph: 33 (0) 4 78 37 50 50 Fx: 33 (0) 4 78 42 33 34 Contact: Cecile Djakovic H2951-FO@accor.com 100 Euros single/double
21. Sofitel Lyon
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Place Bellecour, 69002 Ph: 33 (0) 4 72 41 20 20 Fx: 33 (0) 4 72 40 05 50 Contact: Marie Cecile de Freitas H0553-RM@accor.com 175 Euros single/double
22. Villa Florentine
29 rue de Bonnel, 69003 Ph: 33 (0) 4 72 61 90 90 Fx: 33 (0) 4 72 61 17 54 Contact: Sophie Belmont H2057-RE@accor.com 100 Euros single/double (chambres Tradition) 115 Euros single/double (chambres Privilège)
17. Mercure Lyon Plaza République
129 Rue Servient, 69326 Ph: 33 (0) 4 78 63 55 00 Fx: 33 (0) 4 78 63 55 17 groups.lyon@radissonsas.com 100 Euros single/double
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16. Mercure Grand Hotel Saxe Lafayette
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19. Radisson SAS Hotel Lyon
30 Avenue Georges Pompidou Part-Dieu, 69003 Ph: 33 (0) 4 37 47 57 67 Fx: 33 (0) 4 37 47 58 68 160 Euros single/double
3, avenue du Casino, 69260 Charbonnieres Les Bains Ph: 33 (0) 4 78 87 79 79 Fx: 33 (0) 4 78 87 79 78 contact@pavilion-rotonde.com 168 Euros single deluxe room/203 Euros double deluxe room (taxes included) 268 Euros single junior suite/303 Euros double junior suite (taxes included)
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111 Bld Vivier Merle, 69003 Ph: 33 (0) 4 72 84 10 40 Fx: 33 (0) 4 72 84 10 41 85 Euros single/90 Euros double
20. Residence Temporim Cité Internationale
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12. Hotel Mercure Lyon Beaux-Arts
Register Online www.ASTAnet.com/Expo Check the Web site for updated hotel information
18. Park & Suites Part-Dieu
14. La Reine Astrid, All Suites Warwick Residence
7, quai de Bondy, 69005 Ph: 33 (0) 4 78 28 24 24 Fx: 33 (0) 4 78 28 62 86 TBD Euros single/TBD Euros double
11. Hotel Mercure Carlton
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20, place Bellecour, 69002 Ph: 33 (0) 4 78 37 57 31 Fx: 33 (0) 4 78 37 01 36 Contact: Barbara Carbonnel H2952-RE@accor.com 100 Euros single/double (chambres Marine) 125 Euros single/double (chambres Royal) 145 Euros single/155 Euros double (chambres Ambassadeur)
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25 montee Saint-Barthelemy, 69005 Ph: 33 (0) 4 72 56 56 56 Fx: 33 (0) 4 72 40 90 56 cbernard@villaflorentine.com 250 Euros single/double
*** = Breakfast is included = Available for booking soon
COMPLIMENTARY SIGHTSEEING TOURS
xperience the very best of Lyon and its nearby attractions for yourself. Go deep into the city’s most treasured places on the most exciting sightseeing tours. You’ll find tours that will fit every traveler’s interests – a journey through Lyon’s incredible history, a culinary tour featuring flavorful and pleasurable treats or a fun-filled trip off the beaten path!
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Half-Day Tours - April 15 & 16 Lyon World Heritage Tour (General Visit of Lyon) Lyon Le Grand Tour — A complete guided tour of Lyon in “imperial découverte” coaches, which enables you to visit 2,000 years of the city’s history from the hill of Fourvière and Old Lyon to the Presquile and the hill of la Croix-Rousse.
Lyon Renaissance District and Its “Traboules” (Alleyways) Built during the 15th and 16th Centuries, this 240,000-meter vicinity was the first conservation area in France and is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Discover the cathedrals and ancient streets with their courtyards, cornices and alleyways.
Lyon, Silk Capital: Down the Croix-Rousse Hill through the Streets to a Silk Printing Workshop Learn all about the silk industry by visiting the district of the silk workers and famous alleyways on the slopes of la Croix-Rousse. Spend some time at a workshop where you can see the old looms and demonstrations of weavings as well as the Museum of Fabrics and Museum of Decorative Arts.
Lyon by Night, City of Light: Every Night, Lyon Is Illuminated Lyon’s skillful public lighting means the city changes completely at nightfall. See the unique side of Lyon as the city’s fountains combine with the play of light and shade for a festive and transforming view.
Lyon, Capital of Gastronomy: “Halles de Lyon” and St. Antoine Market Bouchon, mâchon and nouvelle cuisine are the Heart of the Lyon Art of “Good Living.” Whatever your taste, you’ll find what you are looking for in Lyon. Stroll through the stalls of the St. Antoine open-air market and “Halles de Lyon” (the city’s covered market) and discover a marvelous blend of vivid colors, savory tastes and aromas of the South!
Half-Day Trip: Discovery of Pérouges, a 20-Minute Drive from Lyon
Discover the Basilica of Fourvière, the archaeological site and museum and also the grandeur of Lyon in Roman times. Travel by cable car to get down the hill of Fourvière to Vieux Lyon and visit the Renaissance District and its “Traboules.”
Leaning against the plateau of the Dombes region and dominating the vast plain of Ain is Pérouges – the medieval city that you’ll discover with delight. Standing high on the hill, this village is an area no lord has ever reigned until 1601. Thanks to the intervention of Edouard Herriot and the Defense Committee for the Old Pérouges, the city was rescued from demolition in the early 20th century so it could remain preserved for future visitors to appreciate its historical treasures.
Lyon from the Water
Full-Day Trip to the Beaujolais
Discover Lyon from a spectacular view aboard a shallow tourist boat, which provides visitors with an up-close and personal tour of the enchanting city and its flood-lit monuments.
Travel from the Azergues valley and the southern part of the Beaujolais to the region of “Golden Stones,” passing through many charming villages along the way. Throughout the tour, you’ll be able to visit cellars and winegrowers and sample a variety of wines.
Lyon, Birthplace of the Inventors of the Cinema: Institut Lumière, Museum of Cinema
Full-Day Trip: Visit Annecy Lake and Its Surrounding Area
Lyon, from Fourvière to Old Lyon: From the Gallo-Roman to the Renaissance Period Clocher Eglise StGeorges ©Marie Perrin-OT Lyon
Half- and Full-Day Tours - April 16
The Museum of Cinema allows visitors to discover the extraordinary inventions of the Lumière brothers through three floors of the family mansion. You’ll see rare collection pieces, unusual inventions and Auto Chromes, the first color photographs. Not to be missed, the tour features the most famous invention – the original Cinematograph, which projected the world's very first cinema screening in 1895.
Lyon and Roman Civilization Uncover the ancient stories of Lugdunum, the Roman capital of Gaul that we know today as Lyon. Visit the archaeological site and the Gallo-Roman Museum and discover the grandeur of Lyon in Roman times.
Located near Geneva and Chamonix Mont Blanc, Lake Annecy is one of the loveliest sites you’ll experience. Nestled at the foot of the castle and washed by the Thiou canal, Annecy is renowned as the Venice of the French Alps. It features a very homogenous unity in its fortified medieval gates, sinuous streets bordered with arcades and sunny and flowery quays.
Full-Day Trip to Côte Rôtie Vineyards and Vienne Discover the Côte Rôtie vineyards, visit a wine cellar and sample the area’s finest wines. Journey through the city of Vienne to explore its history from the Allobroges during the 3rd Century before Christ to modern times.
Be sure to wear good walking shoes. There are still more sightseeing tours to come! Visit www.astanet.com/expo for event updates.
Extend Your Skills Far Beyond Selling the Destination The International Destination Expo will give you the expertise to sell all the unique opportunities Europe provides travelers - satisfaction guaranteed. Master Valuable Niche Markets. Discover new ways to reach the wine, culinary, arts and culture, river barging, honeymoon, rail travel and soft adventure niche markets. Choose from a variety of distinguished food/wine tours, local dining at Lyon’s finest restaurants, privately guided historical excursions, artisan workshops and other cultural activities. Gain Better Sales Results. With an increased savvy of the region’s popular cities and first-hand experience of its most treasured spectacles, you will capture a bigger slice of this travel market than ever before. Benefit from several specialized seminars that equip you with essential tools and smarter strategies to secure more business opportunities in European niche markets. Enrich Every Travel Experience. Profit from many interactive sessions, where you’ll uncover powerful methods in creating the custom-fit vacation to meet each traveler’s interests. You can open the doors to the cultural journey of a lifetime – which your clients will only find through your distinct expertise and service. Connect with Vital Suppliers. Meet Europe’s top suppliers through one-on-one business appointments and the trade show. You’ll form advantageous relationships with key travel sellers that will expand the services you offer your clients.
Are you ready to take your business to the next level? Take advantage of endless business opportunities in the European market by registering today! Register Online www.ASTAnet.com/Expo
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