Divers

🆔 In a move to protect its identity and prevent confusion among tourists, Sweden has applied to become the first country with a registered trademark for its name. Aimed to distinguish the one true Sweden, known for its lakes, islands, vast forests, and iconic flat-pack furniture, from eight other locations worldwide named "Sweden," the initiative is led by Visit Sweden CEO Susanne Andersson. This step reflects the growing trend of brands safeguarding their unique characteristics against imitations.

🍴 Chef Charley Bouhier, Executive Chef at Lily of the Valley in the Côte d'Azur, France, will be the guest chef at Royal Palm Beachcomber Luxury's new Mediterranean restaurant, Grand Sable, in Mauritius. He is set to host three exclusive evenings on December 5, 6, and 7. Both Royal Palm and Lily of the Valley belong to Leading Hotels of the World, focusing on lifestyle, well-being, and culinary excellence. Chef Bouhier is known for contemporary Mediterranean cuisine that celebrates Provençal terroir with varied influences, combining well-being with pleasure.

🏡 Parc de Pierre Brune, a family-managed leisure park since 1959 located in Mervent forest, Vendée, celebrates its 65th anniversary with 40,000 visitors this season. A new outdoor spectacle is set for 2025. Managed by the 4th generation, Emmanuel Normand, the park offers about 40 recreational activities including a popular equestrian show. Known for its greenery, authenticity, and vintage charm, the park successfully preserves a tech-free ambiance.

🎮 The Fonds Tourisme Occitanie, supported by the Région Occitanie, the European Bank, and 5 Caisses Régionales du Crédit Agricole, backs the creation of Occita’fun, Hérault's first multi-activity indoor leisure park. Occita’fun will be located in Sauvian, between Béziers and Sérignan, and open year-round. Founders Xavier Moraga and Pierre Duhamel aim to launch the department's premier park with attractions like "La Prison Infernale" Action Game and quiz rooms with buzzers.

🍷 The Macallan, a renowned Scottish single malt whisky brand, has launched a limited edition whisky titled "A Night on Earth in Jerez de la Frontera" in tribute to its Spanish roots on its 200th anniversary. This edition, paying homage to the Spanish region of Jerez de la Frontera, where The Macallan's sherry-seasoned oak casks begin their journey, is matured in a blend of European and American oak casks. The tasting notes include flavors of pastry, grape, and anise, drawing inspiration from Spanish New Year's tradition of eating twelve grapes and Jerez's traditional Pestiños pastry.

📝 Get informed about connection obligations and available financial aids; leverage connections through the Eco-energy tertiary scheme (Operat platform) by Ademe; France Chaleur Urbaine, the public service reference, helps initiate connection projects. Regards, France Chaleur Urbaine team.

🧑‍🦲 The RLH aims to offset long-term additional costs related to disability for both independent workers and employers. For employers, it compensates for permanent additional costs after the optimal adjustment of the employee's workstation.

🏊 Mandarin Oriental in Barcelona offers a rooftop pool experience with Hermès men's swim boxers available for €480. Hormeta's Horme Sun anti-aging cream with SPF 30 costs €58. DnuD's sophisticated bikini set, "Perle," is priced at €122 per piece, while Clarins' face, body, and hair mist with SPF 50 is €36. Pain de Sucre's "Anea" bikini top and "Tibam" bottom are €130 and €150, respectively. Nuxe offers a water-resistant anti-aging and anti-spot face fluid for €21.90. A crocheted swimsuit from Monoprix costs €55.99 for a trendy hippie look in Ibiza.

🍅 During November's autumn season, the first winners of the Trophée Les Remarquables were announced, highlighting innovative initiatives to boost fresh fruit and vegetable consumption. The Trophée, supported by Interfel and the French Ministry of Agriculture, awarded five actors: Tourgis Primeur for workplace health through nutrition; TerreAzur Île-de-France for ripe fruit; Cuisinons nos paysages for regional culinary promotion; Priméale for Poireau Minute; and a special jury favorite.

🎭 Launched on November 6 in Paris, VALEURS d’EXCELLENCE is a new club dedicated to promoting artisanal excellence. Founded by Alain CARADEUC (President) and Pierre BALLET (Vice President), along with bureau members Chrystel DECRÉ DEPATY, Olivier BOILEAU DESCAMPS, and Jean-Christophe MARTINENQ. The club aims to enhance visibility, attractiveness, support, and knowledge transfer within the luxury, creation, and cultural sectors.