Visit Toulouse, the heart of European space and aeronautics! Toulouse is the 4th largest city in France and is well known throughout the world for being home to the headquarters of Airbus/EADS. Toulouse International Airport has extensive connections throughout Europe and hourly flights from Paris. Many who visit this fabulous city will want to visit Airbus' facilities and daily tours are offered in English. Others simply want to come visit one of the oldest universities in France, the University of Toulouse, founded in 1229. Of course there are many other schools of higher learning located in the city, including top engineering and applied science schools. The student body comprises about a quarter of the population, giving the city a noticable youthful, progressive feel. In the evening, be sure to take a stroll along the Garonne River and enjoy one of the many restaurants and cafes in the city offering local cuisines and specialties.

With a variety of landscapes including the Alps in the south and east, coastal regions and vast forested areas, France is one of the most naturally diverse countries in Europe. Located on the western edge of the continent, France is among the most common points of entry from North American destinations. With cosmopolitan centers such as Paris, Lyon and Bordeaux, France is an important destination for business travelers and tourists alike. So one your next trip, come visit one of the most celebrated countries in the world, France!