#1 tourist destination in the world, 89.4 million people visited France in 2018.
They are attracted by the variety of the landscape, France’s rich and ancient culture, its cosmopolitan population, innovative industry, hospitality tradition, gastronomy, vineyards… and of course the French capital, Paris.
Speaking French is very important for a career in international hospitality. Along with English, it is the only language spoken on all 5 continents. After English, French is the most widely studied language in the world.
It is the world’s third most common business language and second most common language of international news (OIF, 2014).
France is the 7th economic power in the world. It is a country of culture, history and diplomacy. France is home to major international companies such as Accor, Airbus, Total, Orange, L'Oreal, Chanel, Renault, Danone, and more.
A great location in the heart of Europe offering numerous opportunities, a great climate, and outstanding natural beauty. With your student resident card, you can visit 25 European countries.
The Eiffel Tower, the Arc de Triomphe, the Palais du Louvre, the Sacré Coeur, the Champs-Elysées Avenue with its legendary boutiques…
Paris is a mere 3 hours from Nimes by train (TGV) - and students in France enjoy great reductions on train fares.
Périgord truffles, strawberries and asparagus from Nimes, olives from Nyons, Wines from Bodeaux, Chateauneuf-du-Pape, and Roquefort cheese are among the many delights of French gastronomy. The school offers wine and cheese tasting trips in the south of France as part of its academic program.
Enjoy proximity to the Alps or the Pyrenees for high altitude adventures, as well as a wide range of equally-tempting activities such as water sports in the Mediterranean.
In winter, the Student Council organises outings so that everyone can enjoy the benefits of mountain air and winter sports.
Attractive tuition fees compared to USA, Canada, United Kingdom, and Australia.
Hospitality stems from the History of France. In the Middle Ages, young gentlemen traveling the world, diplomatic emissaries and princes stayed in the most beautiful residence in town and the most important people fought for the honor of being able to host them.
Human values were the ones that gave it this reputation for excellence.The French art of hospitality is mainly founded upon guest satisfaction. Hosts must thus possess specific qualities that Vatel strives to develop for its students during their schooling: respect, discretion, an open mind towards other cultures, a desire to please others and create an emotion, knowing how to be a good listener, how to warmly welcome others, having a sound general culture, etc.
Language of courses; English or French
Vatel Bordeaux, has 55 different nationalities. The 'Les Halles' Campus (Bachelor) and 'Les Chartons' Campus (MBA) have a 4* Ecolabel certified hotel and The Tables Vatel restaurant.
It is with great joy that we welcome our students back to Vatel schools. Of course, the virus is still around and so. we must all – cheerfully - respect the health measures put in place in our schools and training restaurants and hotels.
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