Change : le dollar (USD).
1 euro = 1.17 USD (June 2018).
Telephone code : +1 (United States); 212 (Manhattan); 718 (Brooklyn).
Jet lag :-6h.
AIR France offers five connections a day between Paris and New York JFK, four from Paris CDG and one from Paris Orly. note also the two flights a day offered on a code-share basis by its partner Delta.
Such. : 0 892 70 26 54 • Internet: www.airfrance.com
THE COMPANY offers 12 weekly flights between Paris Orly and Newark.
Such. : 0 892 230 240; 04 26 21 19 07 • Internet: www.lacompagnie.com
BRITISH AIRWAYS offers four daily connections between Paris and New York with a stopover at London Heathrow. Since the end of 2017, the British company has invested 450 million euros to elevate the experience of its business and premier passengers. In addition to lounges and express lines for check-in and security, a car transfer service from the tarmac has been set up to prevent them from missing their connection in the event of a delay. on board the Airbus A380, comfort is maximum: 180-degree reclining seats, duvets, cabin layout offering travelers a real bubble of serenity. Since autumn, meals have been served on the plate, with a wide choice of refined or dietary dishes. In the afternoon, a very British snack with scones and clotted cream.
Such. : 0 825 825 400 • Internet: www.britishairways.com
INTERCONTINENTAL BARCLAY
A few steps from the superb Grand Central Station, of which it was the official hotel when it opened in 1926, the InterContinental Barclay remains this beautiful, chic “federal” style establishment, enhanced by 702 rooms completely redesigned in 2016, after 22 months of renovation and 229 million dollars invested. Despite this obvious luxury, the InterContinental makes it a point of honor to be a model of sustainable development. Singularity: the beehives and the vegetable garden on the roof, for example. Its spacious rooms almost all overlook Lexington Avenue and recreate the atmosphere of real New York apartments. Business customers have access to the large club lounge located near the lobby. Symbol of the place, the aviary of yesteryear has been replaced by a decoration on the theme of birds, adding an elegant note to the whole.
111 East 48th Street • Tél. : + 1 212 755 5900 • Email : [email protected] Internet : intercontinentalnybarclay.com
BACCARAT HOTEL
Literally next door to the MoMa, which can be seen from the windows of its 114 rooms, the Baccarat Hotel in New York offers a design by Gilles & Boissier. The atmosphere is very cozy, very luxurious and confidential. Building on this success, the French crystal brand will open two establishments, one in Bordeaux, the other in Doha.
28 West 53rd Street • Tel. : +1 212 790 800 • Email: [email protected] • Internet: www.baccarathotels.com or preferredhotels.com
CITIZEN M TIMES SQUARE
This very beautiful and very cheerful Citizen M and its 230 rooms overlooks Times Square. In the lobby, you almost feel at home: customers work on comfortable sofas, like in a coworking space. At the back, the garden is open during the summer, as is the rooftop bar.
218 West 50th Street • Tél. : +1 212 461 3638 • Internet : www.citizenm.com
THE VICEROY
Since its opening five years ago a stone’s throw from Carnegie Hall, this elegant 240-key establishment affiliated with the young Viceroy chain has retained all its charm. Here, everything is leather, wood and a 50’s spirit. The views of the famous water reservoir remind us that we are in NYC.
120 W 57th Street • Tél. : +1 212 830 8000 • Email : [email protected] • Internet : www.viceroyhotelsandresorts.com
THE WESTHOUSE
This recent 172-room establishment has forged a style where Art Deco meets contemporary. Behind the front desk, an illuminated glass locker displays old keys, a nod to the hotels of yesteryear. Here, the “floating lounge” concept is all the rage: from the ground floor to the 23rd floor, you can help yourself to a drink or a snack to enjoy on the deep sofas in the common areas or in the privacy of your room.
201 West 55th Street.
Tel.: +1 212 707 4888 • Email:
[email protected] • Internet: www.westhousehotelnewyork.com or www.slh.com
WYTHE HOTEL BROOKLYN
In a former factory converted into a hotel with 70 rooms and lofts with breathtaking views of Manhattan, everything is both raw and refined. Contemporary wallpapers and exposed bricks, bay windows and furniture made in Brooklyn make you want to linger on the terraces and in the lounges. Very popular for weekend brunch.
80 Wythe Street, Brooklyn • Tél. :+1 718 460 8000 • Email : [email protected] • Internet : www.wythehotel.com
THE PLAZA NEW YORK
Fifth Avenue at Central Park South • Tél. : +1 212 759 3000 • Internet : www.theplazany.com
THE ST. REGIS NEW YORK
Two East 55th Street, at Fifth Avenue • Tél. : +1 212 753 4500 • Internet : www.stregisnewyork.com
THE KNICKERBOCKER
6 Times Square • Tel. : +1 855 865 6425 • Internet: theknickerbocker.com
or lhw.com
THE PIERRE, A TAJ HOTEL
2 East 61st Street at Fifth Avenue • Tél. : +1 212 838 8000 • Email : [email protected] • Internet : www.thepierreny.com
THE MANDARIN ORIENTAL
80 Columbus Circle at 60th Street • Tél. : +1 212 805 8800 • Email : [email protected] • Internet : www.mandarinoriental.com
GOWANUS INN & YARD
This small 76-room hotel, which opened in December 2017 in a former warehouse, is located in the heart of Gowanus, a neighborhood in Brooklyn in full revival. At the edge of Park Slope, and a stone’s throw from the subway, which allows you to reach Manhattan in 10 minutes, this new establishment with a sleek design is a good option for travelers on a tight budget. Surrounded by charming little restaurants and trendy boutiques, the place with its very trendy atmosphere gives
feel like a real local.
645-651 Union Street, Brooklyn • Tel. : +1 718 855 6500 • Email: [email protected] • Internet: www.gowanusinn.com
HILTON GARDEN INN TIMES SQUARE SOUTH
Near the Javits Center convention center, this new business hotel, opened in fall 2017, offers 252 rooms and a very good value.
326 West 37th Street • Tél.: +1 212 868 6700 • Internet : hiltongardeninn3.hilton.com
LIL’GEM
Melissa O’Donnell’s grandmother was from Lebanon. It is under this oriental influence that the former bartender of the Peninsula Hotel became chef and owner of this welcoming restaurant on the Lower East Side, which opened last October. Everything is tasty: the mezes are all to die for – especially the mashed red peppers with walnuts or the fresh cheese with herbs, pistachios and olives –, the cocktails are to die for – the Lil’Gem with labneh, for example – , the breads are soft and the meat cooked to perfection. An address not to be missed.
29 At Clinton Street • Tel. : +1 646 368 1392 • Email: [email protected] • Internet: www.lilgemnyc.com
SEN SAKANA
This brand new restaurant in Midtown has fun twisting the codes by combining Peruvian recipes and Japanese classics. This results in ceviches made with citrus fruits like yuzu and embellished with colorful corn. But there are also more traditional rolls and sushi. At the bar, Pisco Sour experts concoct this Peruvian cocktail.
28 West 44th Street • Tél.:+1 212 221 9560 • Email : [email protected] • Internet : sensakana.com
PONDICHERI CAFE
A large post-industrial space in the NoMad district in full renaissance for a dusted-down Indian cuisine, predominantly vegetarian, even vegan. On the menu, lovely creations such as avocado-salmon toast with curry leaves and mango chutney, quail curries with masala spices or octopus kebabs with saffron. For dessert, spiced cookies. Unexpected.
15 W 27th Street • Tél. : +1 646 878 4375 • Internet : www.pondicheri.com
MERAKIA
A new and excellent address, still in the NoMad district. This Greek restaurant specializes in lamb. The ribs, grilled to perfection, are the must of this very fine menu which also offers a selection of Greek wines. While at lunch the atmosphere is very professional, in the evening, the place becomes magical with its bar overlooked by starry lights.
5 West 21st Street • Tel. : +1 212 380 1950 • Email: [email protected] • Internet: www.merakia.com
WHITBY BAR
A healthy and contemporary cuisine for this bar which is divided into two parts, one festive, the other more confidential. The grilled tuna with fennel and citrus is an absolute must, as are the scallops or the sea bass with lemongrass.
18 W 56th Street • Tél.: +1 212 586 5656 • Email : [email protected] • Internet : www.firmdalehotels.com
JACOB JAVITS CENTER
655 West 34th Street • Tél.: +1 212 216 2000 • Email : [email protected] • Internet : www.javitscenter.com
Cartoville, Gallimard (2018); Geoguide, Gallimard (2018); New York Chic and Zen (2016).
NYC & COMPANY (New York Tourist Board) > Paul Black – Hills Balfour Limited, 58 Southwark Bridge Road, London, SE1 0AS • Tél. : +44 20 7593 1722 • Email : [email protected] • Internet : www.nycgo.com
“Make it NYC” is the program dedicated to business travellers, Incentive and Mice agencies to coordinate a stay in NYC. More information: www.nycgo.com/makeitnyc
CENTER FOR AN URBAN FUTURE > 120 Wall Street, 20th Floor •
Such. : +1 212 479 3344 • Email: [email protected] • Internet: www.nycfuture.org
BUSINESS FRANCE IN NEW YORK > 1700 Broadway, 30e stage •
Such. : +1 212 400 2160 • Email: [email protected] •
Internet : www.businessfrance.fr
NEW YORK CITY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION > 110 William Street • Tél. : +1 212 619 5000 • Email : [email protected] • Internet : www.nycedc.com
GREATER NEW YORK CHAMBER OF COMMERCE > 20 West 44th Street, 4th floor • Tél. : +1 212 686 7220 • [email protected] • Internet : www.ny-chamber.com
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