The short-let market has caused a shift in the perception of what defines holiday accommodation, leaving travellers polarised between home-sharing or hotels. French start-up Cozycozy.com is bringing together all kinds of places to stay to create a seamless service for the globetrotting generation.

France may be renowned for its traditional food values, shunning invasive cuisines that promote a less discerning diet, but ‘le fast food’ is now a dominant force in the dining landscape. Home-grown chain O’Tacos is flourishing as a result, serving up a French take on casual Mexican fare.

The popularity of online dating is growing in France, but it still carries associations of 1990s-era ‘trash dating’, and there are noteworthy differences in how men and women use these platforms. What are French women looking for? Fun, empowerment, and opportunities to meet offline.

From stereotyping to sidelined characters, mainstream depictions of LGBTQ issues often miss the mark. Yet with a channel dedicated to LGBTQ creations, CANAL+ is looking to bring authentic LGBTQ issues and experiences into the spotlight for French and French-speaking viewers.