Protests over economic pressures spread across France, and authorities reported nearly 1,000 arrests as some demonstrations turned violent. Foreign governments issued travel advisories, and hotels reported booking cancellations ahead of the Christmas-New Year season.
Whether you're booking a holiday trip or working in hotels, transport, or food service, cancellations and travel advisories can cut bookings, shift prices, and affect seasonal jobs.
Check your foreign ministry's travel advisory for France and Italy before booking Christmas-New Year travel.