France is the largest country in Western Europe, located in between Spain and Belgium. Some key points about France include: - French culture places high importance on food, wine, fashion and art. French architecture has been influenced by Romanesque, Gothic, Baroque and other styles. - Tourism is a major industry in France, which receives over 75 million foreign tourists annually. Many tourists come to visit landmarks like the Eiffel Tower and Louvre Museum. - French customs emphasize politeness and formality. Business meetings require appointments in advance. The family is also very important in French culture. - Major festivals celebrate French history and culture. Sports like soccer and cycling are popular among the French. Regions

1. HTM2118Hospitality & CultureMACY LiLILY LeungCHLOE LeeKOBE WongANSON Pang

2. France

3. Brief IntroductionWestern Europe48°52’N 2°19.59’Elargest West European nationArea: 674,843 km²

4. 22 provinces

5. Capital: Paris

6. Population: 65 millionBrief IntroductionMotto:" Liberty, Equality, Fraternity"

7. Language: French as the official language

8. Currency: Euro

9. Religion: Rome Catholicism as the state religion

10. GDP: $2.130 trillion

11. Climate : generally cool winters, mild summers

12. Natural resources : great varietyAccording to UNWTO database in 2007France…the first tourist destination in the world (79.1 million)at least 75 million foreign tourists per yearthe third largest income in the world from tourism Eiffel Towerthe tallest building in Paris

13. Louvre Museumthe largest national museum of FranceArch of Triumph (Arc de Triomphe)one of the most famous monuments in Paris

14. HistoryRenaissance (15th -17th century)The French Revolution (1789-1799)Industrial Revolution (18th-19th century)Defeated in World War I (1914-1918)

15. France?=Romantic

16. Aesthetic

17. ArtThe Change in Style1. Medieval masterpieces Characteristics: -brilliant stained glass -intricate stone facades Sainte-Chapelle-tell the story of Bible

18. 2. The Renaissance in France-mainly influenced by Italian Renaissance-Arts focused more on human and natureCharacteristics :-elongated and graceful -reliance on visual rhetoric-Showed body movement and facial expression in paintings and sculptures

19. Madonna with the Long NeckShows Mannerism’s elongated proportions, highly stylized poses,lack of clear perspectivePontormo, Entombment, 1528Shows different human posesand facial expressions.

20. 3. Realism and Impressionism-after the revolution of 1848-realists shifted their artistic focus to the ‘humble’ aspects of peasant lifeThe name of the Impressionismis derived from the title of a Claude Monet work, Impression, Sunrise(Impression, soleillevant)

21. Pierre-Auguste Renoir, On the Terrace, oil on canvas, 1881, Claude Monet, Woman with a Parasol,1875

22. Museum-The Louvre in Paris contains one of the largest and most important art collections in the world-Nearly 30 art museums in ParisOutlook and dining room of The Louvre

23. Famous Art inThe LouvrePaolo CALIARI(known as VERONESE) The Wedding Feast at Cana.World-famous painting-Leonardo da Vinci ‘s Mona Lisa

24. Liberty Leading the PeopleEugène DELACROIX (Charenton-Saint-Maurice, 1798 – Paris, 1863)Aphrodite ("Venus de Milo")Late 2nd century BC-------Greek art which shows the eternal quest of beauty

25. Music-A wide range of styles (from the most traditional to the most popular )-Classical music-Folk music-Popular music

26. Paris-the chief art center and the center of influence for 19th-century European music-the musical center for foreign romantic composers<<Charles Gounod (1818-1893)Thomas Ambroise 1811-1896>>

27. Film-France : the birthplace of cinema -early significant contributions-the world’s first film was screened in Parisian café in 1985 “Feeding the Baby” (1895)by Brothers Louis and Angus Lumiere“Exciting the Factory” (1895)

28. Architecture in FranceThe Change in StyleRomanesque-developed simultaneously in parts of France inthe 10th centuryCharacteristic: -thick walls-lack of sculpture-the presence of rhythmic ornamental arches known as a Lombard band-apse(semi-dome)Triple apse of church

29. Gothic-from 1140 until about 1500 - arose from Renaissance-Gothic architecture’s old name was French-Early Gothic style was characterized by the adoption of the point arch and transitioncharacteristics:-pointed arch-ribbed vault-flying buttressAbbey Church of St. Denis

30. Amiens CathedralChartres Cathedral

31. Baroque-French Baroque evolved during the reigns of Louis XIII (1610-43),Louis XIV (1643-1714) and Louis XV (1714-74)-heavily influenced 18th-century secular architecture across EuropeCharacteristics: -symmetrical-integration of the gardens in the composition of the palace

32. Corps de logisChâteau de Maisons-Laffitte near Paris:François Mansart, 1642.

33. Symbolism of French Architecturepresent Universe in microcosm-carry out a message ‘the great glory of God’

34. Impact on HospitalityHotels in France are architecturallyInfluencedby –Romanesque : apseBaroque: symmetricalHotel St. Merry (boutique hotel)

35. Influenced by –Gothic : pointed archBaroque : symmetricalPlace de l'Hotel de Ville, Paris

36. Influence to hotels and touristsHotel :-Gothic and Baroque give an impression of grand , mystical-Combination of modern and old architecture style-Some hotels are converted from historical buildings and churchesSignificance :-Give logo to France-Give tourist memorable experience-Attract tourists from different countries to appreciate the uniqueness of France

37. CustomsandEtiquettes

38. Meeting EtiquetteHandshake

39. Lightly kissing on the cheeks

40. Address the French by their title and surname

41. Avoid discussion topics e.g. religion , money , job

42. Loudness, over-demonstration or hugging are seen as offensivenessBusinessCulturePoliteness and formality

43. Hierarchical structure

44. The top of the company make the decisions

45. Not be overly friendly to the bossHigh Power DistanceAppointments have to be made at least 2 weeks in advance

46. Direct eye contact

47. July and August are vacation period

48. Analyze every detail of a project carefully

49. Comprehensive contractHigh uncertainty avoidance

50. Gift Giving EtiquetteGifts are usually opened when received

51. Flowers should be given in odd numbers but not 13 Avoid giving certain flowers:White lilies (funerals), Chrysanthemums (funerals), Red carnations (bad will) and White flowers (weddings)Give wine that is of the highest quality you can afford

52. Dinning Etiquette Arrive on time

53. Dressing

54. Seating Plan

55. leisurely dining

56. Table manners

57. LifestyleDrinkFoodFamily

58. Fashion

59. Sports and hobbies

60. TtransportationsFoodTraditional French culture places a high priority on the enjoyment of foodPrefer not to hurry

61. Prefer to enjoy each type of food separately

62. FoodCuisine = Style of cooking

63. Vary by regions & seasons

64. Codified in the 20th century to become modern cuisine

65. Traditionally: rich sauces

66. New cooking style: Rich sauces are eliminated

67. Shorten cooking timeFood - CuisineCourses (Traditional)Starters

68. Main Courses followed by CheeseDessertFoodImpact on hospitalityFrench people emphasis enjoyment of foodHigh quality of food is expected

69. Dishes serve one by one with no rushDrinksCoffee, Tea , Mineral waters, WineCoffee is drunk much more than teagrow grapes and make wine10 principal wine:producing regions has its own identityCriteria: Grapes varieties, climate, terroir (soil)Wines of the north and south differ from each otherNot a luxury but part of every meal

70. DrinksImpact on hospitalityWine bars are more popular than traditional cafes or bistros nowadaysBetter foodInviting atmosphere

71. Sports and hobbiesSoccerRugby unionCycling- Tour de France

72. Sports and HobbiesImpact on hospitalitySports are encouraged in Francefootball is the national sport with government supportsThrough promotion, it brings tourists. E.g. holding the football World Cup in 19981 holding the annual cycling race Tour

73. FASHIONModern "haute couture" originated in Paris in the 1860s One of the world's fashion capitals The Paris Fashion week takes place twice a year

74. FashionParis fashion is often outrageous, as lean, trim, and mean models, parade down the catwalks of the leading couture housesFrench Fashion, with different styles, is elegant.

75. FashionFashion is dissolved in the French societyunderstands the importance of fashiontaken seriously Many developments of fashion styles are influenced by popular culture E.g. the Left Bank Look

76. FashionImpact on hospitality1ghAttract not only designers but also tourists to visit ParisA hub for fashion brands to make profit for boutique

77. Family relationshipTraditionally, France encourage childbirth and parentingFamily members are close and maintain good relationship(Crenner,1998)Family life include relationships with all generations

78. Change of family sizesOver 20th century, changed from extended families to nuclear families

79. 2/3 of all families were nuclear (Berkner and Shaffer 1978)

80. Families have few childrenFamily relationshipImpact on hospitalityTravel as a good opportunity to be with their beloved.Travel packages for family are popular

81. TransportationThe main trunk road network reflects the centralizing tradition of France

82. modern tram and light rail networks

83. natural and man-made waterways network is the largest in EuropeImpacts:facilitate travel and tourism developmentcan reach more and further destinations

84. Holidays &Festival

85. HolidaysVictory in Europe DayAll Saints' DayAssumption of MaryVeterans Day

86. FestivalFrance Scarecrow FestivalFrench National DayFrance Celtic Festival

87. French Chablis Wine FestivalFrance Bicycle FestivalLyonFrance "Festival of Lights"France Lorraine International Hot Air Balloon Festival

88. Festival de Cannes

89. Franceis a lot more than romance

90. Impact on Hospitality

91. Impact on Hospitality

92. Impact on Hospitality

93. ConclusionFreedom and libertyUnique customs and etiquettesHigh tech transportation along with natural and traditional water cannel

94. ConclusionProud of their culture, tradition and diversityStrive for perfection, with a passion for excellenceProud to be different, with a passion for life

95. ConclusionVibrant lifestylesVibrant festivalsGreat fashion Great museum and famous art Respectful architectures Beautiful and challenging landscapeEnjoy great food and wine

96. France is the most visited nation on the Earth

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