Author: Discovery Edition TV Magazine

Ghrisi Al Ghrisi, founder and CEO of Med Tours, attended the IFTM 2026 trade show at Paris Porte de Versailles to showcase new excursions in Jordan and other destination countries. He was at the same location as last year, but this time accompanied by two other tour operator founders and CEOs: Amjad Abdoud, manager of Two’s Company in Jordan, and Karim Shawky, manager of Elegance Travel in Egypt. The three shared a stand to welcome fellow tourism and travel professionals. It was there that journalist Alexandra Willemin met them to understand their actual stance on geopolitical issues affecting the tourism sector. During the interview in the IFTM press room, the first question put to Ghrisi Al Ghrisi was how to attract travelers given the ongoing wars in the region surrounding Jordan. Although the Med Tours founder had not anticipated this question, he answered candidly, addressing a topic many tourists are keen to learn more about. His message was clear and precise, as evidenced by his immediate response: “Jordan remains a tourist destination and is not involved in any way in external geopolitical conflicts.” Karim Shawky, the manager from Egypt, shared this view and offered his own testimony. The three managers who handle some of the same destinations enjoyed a great rapport, sharing their professional experiences to help promote their respective destinations.

Discovery Edition, an international media outlet for the general public owned by the Reservaline Ltd group, will be present from September 15 to 17 to showcase industry professionals from around the world.

” Reservaline Ltd, a local company that went global thanks to connections made at the IFTM 2025 trade show. ”

Olivier Tangkun, whose primary business involves managing the online booking platform Reservaline.comknown for its commission-free model attended the IFTM 2025 trade show. He went there to meet tourism professionals, showcase the new platform, and establish trusted partnerships. The event allowed him to fill his schedule completely, resulting in the successful formation of around thirty partnerships out of fifty scheduled meetings. His primary goal was to collaborate with hoteliers so they could benefit from the service being free of charge and commission-free; however, this initiative was a total failure securing only one hotel partner from Rio de Janeiro as he failed to close any other deals during the ten meetings held with hotel managers. In contrast, the majority of his discussions with tour operators proved fruitful, providing a welcome boost to his morale.

From mountain resorts to leisure parks, Compagnie des Alpes steadily grows its audience year after year. Through Compagnie des Alpes, customers worldwide can make bookings to visit their desired leisure destinations. Compagnie des Alpes acts much like a directory for leisure venues, advising and guiding the public toward parks and other types of leisure activities. It manages all leisure-related inquiries and directs users to its partners’ websites.

An enriching encounter between Korean cuisine enthusiasts and a travel lover who became the wife of the manager of the Tour de Corée agency.

” We met Mélusine at the 2025 Paris Tourism Fair at her exhibition stand to learn the story behind her agency—a local agency expanding within France to welcome French travelers to South Korea. ”

It was through their business card that we were able to learn more; we had met them for a video interview but hadn’t known the full details. Thanks to that card, the founder of Discovery Edition found the link to their website and discovered a shared passion for travel, culture, and gastronomy. Both live in South Korea Mélusine Blanchet has been there since 2012. They are independent operators backed by a close-knit team with 14 years of experience and a track record of serving 2,000 travelers through their agency. Tour de Corée is making a name for itself in France and is fast becoming a leading agency for travel to Korea.

Glenan Concept Cars, a leading company specializing in innovative concepts for the fit-out of campervans and vans.

” Based in France since 2002, the company has continuously evolved to shape the future of vehicle comfort, catering to the new style of travel and tourism that has become a major trend in France. ”

Discovery Edition attended the World Tourism Fair in Paris in late 2025 to meet travel industry professionals, particularly travel agencies and tour operators. When Discovery Edition’s founder met Julie Peythieu at her exhibition stand, he was immediately captivated by the van on display; he wanted to explore the interior space of a vehicle converted by Glénan Concept Cars a space that was spacious, bright, and comfortable. Olivier Tangkun even considered conducting the interview inside the van, but out of respect for its pristine condition, he chose not to risk messing it up and opted to stay at the stand instead. Having seen firsthand the layout and capacity of the Glénan Concept Cars conversion, Olivier Tangkun focused on the questions prospective buyers might have, aiming to showcase the qualities of this vehicle a true blend of industrial and artisanal craftsmanship.

A six-time recipient of the Indian government’s National Award between 2014 and 2019, the Somatheeram Ayurveda Group has achieved great international success across a wide range of activities from medical science and the art of living to wellness nutrition, cultural experiences, and therapeutic travel. This major group of companies has also successfully established a presence in France (including Normandy) and across the globe. Renowned for its expertise, proven track record in medical science, and commitment to the “science of life” and ecological respect, the Somatheeram Group was pleased to meet us at the IFTM 2025 trade show and share its knowledge. The founder of Discovery Edition had the opportunity to participate in various activities in Normandy, including Ayurvedic massage, specialized cuisine prepared by a Group subsidiary, and holistic wellness treatments. Having visited a location about 45 minutes from Fécamp, Olivier Tangkun retains fond memories of the experience and can attest that the Somatheeram Ayurveda Group offers the very best in therapy.