This weekend, this show offers MEETT a breath of OCC'YGENE around tourism, hiking and leisure

This weekend, this show offers MEETT a breath of OCC'YGENE around tourism, hiking and leisure

Want a change of scenery? Escape in sight at the Salon Occ'Ygène ! From Friday, March 1 to Sunday, March 3, 180 tourism, hiking and outdoor leisure professionals are meeting at the MEETT. Hikers and travelers looking for inspiration are expected to prepare for summer vacations and weekends. Occitanie in the spotlight, conferences, workshops, job dating, stays to winon the program...

< h2 class="title">Destination Occitanie... for eco-responsible holidays

Escape from everyday life, go on an adventure, < strong>explore new horizons or even relaxwhile staying in the Occitanie region, it's possible! The possibilities are endless for lovers of nature and outdoor activities: canyoning, canoeing, mountain biking, via ferrata, horseback riding, kitesurfing and relaxing in the sun ... The 13 departments are in the spotlight. The opportunity to discover numerous hiking routes which will “amaze” you with breathtaking panoramas from the Brèche de Roland in the Hautes-Pyrénées to the tranquility of the Ganil Towpath in the Lot.< /span> < /span>

Hiking, a leisure activity of discovery and contemplation.
Hiking, a leisure activity of discovery and contemplation. Oziel Gómez / Pexels

< span>The growing enthusiasm foreco-responsible vacations is driving the trend for Salon Occ'Ygène. Moreover, for 85% of French people, eco-responsible holidays allow them to discover regions close to home.
(Opinonway study for Sofinco).
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And accommodation? Go to the Accommodation in France area. The leading brands of campsitesandholiday villagesare present there. This is the opportunity to book at the best price.

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Outside Occitanie, news tourist destinations are positioned as attractive alternatives in France: Anjou, Brittany with its famous town of Perros Guirec on the Pink Granite Coast, and the wild beauty of Béarn >to name just a few. span>

< span>On the international scene, destinations such as Peru, Costa Rica, Tunisia, Spainwith the province of Aragon and nine southern states of the United States are highlighted. span>The living room also welcomes new specialized agencies, such as Arts et Vie, Rev'Tours for trips to Uzbekistan, Imagine-Canada and Terre d'Escales. They join major generalist agencies such as FRAM, Carrefour Voyages and Voyages Duclos, thus offering a full range of travel options to visitors. span>

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Heading for an escape to the Salon Occy'Gène!
Heading for an escape to the Salon Occy'Gène! Te Lensfix / Pexels

Finally , a huge success during the first edition, the Village of travel agencies and trekking tour operators is back with a dozen renowned brands.< /span>

A space dedicated to Outdoor equipment

Trail, hiking, cycling and even climbing enthusiasts recognize it: good equipment is essentialto maximize your experience in complete safety. In the Arena area, visitors will have the opportunity to benefit from the expertise and advice of exhibitors. They will be able to test the latest trends and innovations in sports equipment.

Top equipment for climbing peaks.
Top equipment for climbing peaks. Jozef Fehér / Pexels

Van Life

More than a means of transport, another philosophy of the trip! Vans and combined products are back with 3 major brands at the Van Life center. Far from the constraints of traditional accommodation, the "Van Life" promises an authentic travel experience with unparalleled freedom and spontaneity. Ride youth!

Discover 3 major brands of van equipment Van mania, Camper crew & COZY MOBIL
Discover 3 major brands of van equipment Van mania, Camper crew & COZY MOBIL Alfonso Escalante / Pexels

Book your tickets online for Salon Occ'Ygène

Entertainment for the whole family

Want to try golf, Nordic walking, pedal karting, yoga or even massages? To participate in the nature hike "from bricks to pebbles"? To dare augmented adventure with dedicated VR headsets? Want to attend conferences presenting emblematic hikes such as the Routes of Santiago de Compostela or the authentic South of the USA? The escape begins under the sign of fun at the Salon Occ'Ygène. .. and maybe some luck with these great stays to be won by playing on the terminals at the entrance to the show in partnership with the Occitanie Regional Tourism Committee!

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Explore new horizons with virtual reality.
Exploring new horizons with virtual reality. Vanessa Loring / Pexels
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Restaurant, food trucks or picnic on site

Because escape can also be culinary, the Salon Occ'Ygène offers several catering offers. DirectionLa Place Gourmandewith its picnic tables, a producers' marketand several food-trucks( Asian, local and crepes) to delight all palates.

On site, the Chefs will put on a big show (cooking) for a tour of France of flavors using local products. span>

Finally, aficionados will have the pleasure of discovering the cuisine of the restaurantChez Pergo. span>

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Summer Jobs to be filled

The tourism and leisure sector is recruiting! 180,000 jobs are needed to meet demand in high season in Occitania. The Salon Occ'Ygène opportunity to meet companies looking for new talent for the coming season and to submit an application with your CV. There are multiple profiles sought for field positions such as ticketing agent, entertainers, chambermaid but also more administrative areas such as stay advisor or even management assistant. span>

< strong>Job dating: Saturday March 2 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.. From internship to permanent contract, all types of contracts will be offered.

Inspire, the OCC Salon' YGENE will delight you!
Inspire, the OCC'YGENE Salon will delight you! Salon Occ'Ygène
Practical Information
Date: March 1 to March 3
Location: MEETT - Exhibition Center, Convention Center & Toulouse Congress
Address: Concorde Avenue, 31840 Aussonne
Price: €4, €3 online until February 29. Free for under 18s, job seekers, students and Occ'Ygène card holders
Contact: + 33 (0) 5 62 25 45 45
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