Air France makes unexpected stop at Palais de Tokyo

«When you love games madly, you will feel like you have grown wings“. These are the words of Tony Estanguet, Air France’s Deputy Director of Customer Experience, during a speech at the opening ceremony of the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris. For the duration of the Games, the French company took over the Palais de Tokyo. Over 850 square metres of space combine gastronomy, exhibitions and unique objects to fully immerse you in its universe.

The highlight of this seductive move: a temporary restaurant with 80 seats where guests can enjoy dishes served on Air France’s long-haul Business Class flights. Under the leadership of three-star chef Arnaud Lallement from Tinqueux near Reims, we presented appetizers, minced lobster, creamed peas as a starter and four courses – meat, poultry, fish or vegetarian. Special mention should be made of the crab and shrimp ravioli, served with a Breton curry sauce. For dessert, Nina Métayer, recently elected “World’s Best Pastry Chef 2024”, offered irresistible creations. We tested the combination of hazelnut caramel and dark chocolate, and the construction was impeccable. “For Air France, I think these desserts are true travel companions”, explains Nina Meitel. I create rich yet light pastries to provide travelers with a sensory pause while evoking the charm of far-flung destinations.“. Wine lovers will appreciate the wine list signed by Xavier Thuizat, head sommelier of Hôtel de Crillon in Paris, Meilleur Ouvrier de France 2023 and the company’s new sommelier. All dishes are decorated in white and blue tones with a hint of red. The view is too bad, it is much more beautiful 10,000 meters above the ground.

But the experience doesn’t stop there. Visitors can also admire the iconic red dress chosen by Rabih Kayrouz for the company’s latest film, which came out two years ago. In the campaign, she wears a dress with an infinity train as she gently climbs the Eiffel Tower.. «This young woman’s rise represents our commitment to letting elegance fly higher», and then explained Figaro Fabian Pellus speaking.

Virtual Reality, Cabins, and Shopping

Also worth exploring is Last Cabin Business ClassWith sliding doors. To achieve a higher level of comfort, the company revisited its iconic curved seat and launched a new version. This involved the concept of 3 “F”: Fully flatwhich can be converted into a nearly 2-meter flat bed; Full accesswith direct access to the driveway; and Complete privacyfor optimal privacy.

The most curious will be able to sit in the cockpit of the Airbus A350, the flagship of the company’s long-haul fleet, through an immersive virtual reality experience. An educational tour about the company’s ecological commitment lets you learn how Air France is working to reduce its carbon footprint, particularly through the use of more sustainable fuels and eco-piloting practices.

Finally, an exclusive selection of Air France branded items for shopping enthusiasts. Sneaker enthusiast : One of the flagship pieces available only at Palais de Tokyo, the sneakers are made from fabric from old Airbus A380 seats, created in collaboration with Weturn and Lynx Studios. The limited edition model is priced at 179 euros and is called “ Before I was a plane seat » It is intended as a tribute to the aviation industry, but also as an ecologically responsible gesture.

Air France and the Olympic Games

On July 19, Air France, Official Partner of the 2024 Paris Olympic and Paralympic Games, named its newest long-haul aircraft Parispaying tribute to the host city of the 33rd Olympic Games in the modern era. Since 2019, the airline has continued the tradition of naming its aircraft after French cities, promoting France around the world. Paris So success Lyon, Saint-Denis, Reunion Island wait Grassehas been honored. Registration number is F-HUVJ, the latter proudly displays the Paris name and the Olympic Games logo on the front of the fuselage.

As the leading private employer in Île-de-France, Air France will carry up to 125,000 passengers every day this summer and is actively involved in the organization of the Olympic Games.One in five athletes travelling to the 2024 Paris Olympic and Paralympic Games will fly on Air France», recalled Anne Rigail, the company’s general manager, at the inauguration. Like the Olympic Games, this brief stay at the Palais de Tokyo confirmed more than ever the company’s positioning as an ambassador of France.

Air France, Palais de Tokyo, 13 avenue du Président Wilson, 75016 Paris. Free admission from 10:30am to 6pm until August 11, 2024. Air France Restaurants, By booking 11:30am to 3:00pm, single menu 85€, including alcoholic or non-alcoholic drinks.

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