lyon, france

Hospitality, Food, Wine, and Tourism in Lyon, France

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Program Description

Participate in the С»ÆƬÊÓƵ College of Business 3-week hospitality program in Lyon, France. This exciting program focuses on tourism, travel, hospitality, food, and wine in Lyon, France, one of the food and wine capitals of Europe. ÌýStudents will visit vinyards, food markets, cheese producers, farms, restaurants, bakeries and more, and get an up close look at the Hospitality business in France. Guest speakers from tourism, hotel, food and travel industry will supplement the primary classroom course which takes place M-R afternoons. The program includes housing, activities, site visits, some meals and 24-hour on the ground support from our local team in France. This program is open to all majors. Please join us for this delicious summer program!

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Program Dates and Deadlines:
Term Year Application Deadline
(or as space permits)
Start Date/Check-in End Date/Check-out
Summer 2025 March 18, 2025 June 29, 2025 July 18, 2025


Program fee payment deadline:
See details below in program cost section. Program fees cannot be deffered. Plan accordingly.Ìý

Information Sheet

Open to All academic disciplines
Language of Instruction English
Level of Study UndergraduateÌý
Credit Offered С»ÆƬÊÓƵ credits
Program Primary Subject Marketing & Hospitality
Sponsoring College College of Business

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Program Course Offerings:

  • HFT 3263: Principals of Food and Beverage Management (3 credits)

Course Description, Eligibility & Requirements:

An overview of necessary managerial skills required to hospitality management minors and majors who choose to enter the food service portion of the Hospitality industry: catering, restaurant operations, non-commercial/institutional food service, and private restaurant ownership. The course teaches the basics of menu planning and pricing, food cost, nutrition concerns, restaurant marketing, and production responsibilities.

*This course will be cross listed and can also be taken as : HFT4930, HFT 4955 or MAR 4957

Program Eligibility & Requirement

  • Must have a 2.5 overall GPA at the time of application
  • Must be in good academic standing at the time of application
  • Must be eligible to take С»ÆƬÊÓƵ courses during the study abroad program term
  • See Policies & Procedures page for more information
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Contact a program leader for information on the academic course offerings and program itinerary. The individuals listed below will be leading the program in Spain.

For information on the study abroad application, contact the Education Abroad Advisor listed below.Ìý

Primary Faculty Leader: Stella Quintero, squinte1@fau.eduÌý Brendan Richardson, Associate Director, Education Abroad

Co-Faculty Leader: Dr. Joseph Patton, jpatton6@fau.eduÌý

Phone number: 561-297-3227

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Email: brichardson@fau.eduÌý

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Location

Situated a the confluence of the Rhone and Saone rivers, Lyon is a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its Renaissance architecture and culinary prowess. The city boasts landmarks like the Basilique Notre-Dame de Fourviere and intricate traboules, perfect for history enthusiasts. Renowed as France's gatrnonomic capital, Lyon offers sumptuous meals at quaint bouchons and charming cafes.Ìý

Housing

Students have an option of staying with a French host family or residential accommodation. Homestay option will allow students a room in home with access to kitchen and home amenities. Students staying in residential accommodation will live in fully equipped studio with easy access to public transport.Ìý

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Money Matters

Financial Aid and Scholarship InformationÌý

  • Students participating on С»ÆƬÊÓƵ Faculty-led Programs may use eligible financial aid.
  • Program participants may be eligible to apply for the С»ÆƬÊÓƵ Education Abroad Scholarship
  • See additional scholarship and funding information here.

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Program Cost

$4,467.00 program fee + tuition for the required program summer course(s). С»ÆƬÊÓƵ in-state or out-of-state rates apply.Ìý

Program fee payment deadlines:Ìý
Program fee payment deadlines:Ìý
1ST PAYMENT: Ìý Ìý Ìý $1,489.00 within 30 days of application acceptance or by March 20 (whichever comes first)
2ND PAYMENT: Ìý Ìý $1,489.00 within 75 days of application acceptance or by March 20 (whichever comes first)Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý Ìý 3RD PAYMENT: Ìý Ìý Ìý$1,489.00 final balance due by April 1

Note: program fee payments cannot be deferred. Accepted participants will receive detailed payment instructions from the Education Abroad team via email prior to each payment deadline.Ìý

Program Fee Includes:

  • Accommodations from check-in through check-out date
  • International medical insurance
  • Airport pick-up in Lyon and on-site orientation
  • Group welcome and farewell meals
  • Weekly activities such as cooking class, walking tour, river cruise on Saone
  • Excursions to Annecy and other sites within Lyon
  • Guest speakers
  • Classroom space in Lyon

Activities and excursions are subject to change by faculty leader or program provider/vendor if needed. All efforts would be made to provide a replacement activity or excursion.

Program Fee Does Not Include :

  • $200 administrative fee paid at time of application submission
  • International flight
  • Tuition for courses/credits taken on program (С»ÆƬÊÓƵ in-state and out-of-state rates apply)
  • Personal meals outside the family accommodation (such as at restaurants)
  • Personal spending money

TRAVEL DOCUMENTATION, HEALTH AND SAFETY

Passport and Travel Documentation

  • A valid passport is required for all international travel. You need a passport to board an international flight and to enter the country. Passport cards will not be accepted as form of I.D. You may be denied boarding if you travel with a passport that appears damaged or altered.
  • Review up-to-date details . Routine processing times can take 6-8 weeks, and expedited applications in 2-3 weeks. Processing times does not include the time it takes for shipping. Processing times begin when your application is received by a passport agency or center, and do not include mailing times. It may take up to 2 weeks for your application to be received by passport agency, and up to 2 weeks for you to receive your completed passport after agency mails it to you. Therefore, you should add an additional 4 weeks to you passport application processing time.
  • Some countries require that your passport be valid at least six months beyond the dates of your trip. Some airlines will not allow you to board if this requirement is not met. Check the to learn about entry and exit requirements for the country or countries in which you are traveling. Ìý
  • If you are applying for a passport for the first time, you need to renew your passport, or you have any other passport questions, you can find information on the website. In addition, several U.S. Embassies and Consulates provide information to assist applicants in collecting the documentation needed. For a list of Embassies, please visit .
  • Non-U.S. Citizens may need additional travel documentation. If you are not a U.S. citizen, you should research the study abroad program destination and your home country to determine if a visa or additional travel documentation is required.Ìý

International Health Insurance

All С»ÆƬÊÓƵ students participating on an С»ÆƬÊÓƵ Faculty-led Program will be registered in international health and travel insurance coverage through Cultural Insurance Services International (CISI). This mandatory insurance ensures that students have access to medical and emergency support services while abroad. This is included in the program cost. The 2025 Coverage plan will be available in January 2025. Participants can review the current 2024 plan HERE for reference.

Health and Safety Resources to Explore Prior to Traveling Abroad

  • U.S. Department of State Travel Advisory – Country Information: T
  • U.S. Students Abroad:
  • Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC):
  • С»ÆƬÊÓƵ SHS: /shs/
  • World Health Organization (WHO):
  • LGBTQI+ Travel Information:
  • Travelers with Disabilities:
  • Women Travelers:
  • Travel Safety - Race and Ethnicity:

Pre-departure Orientation and Meetings

All students must attend pre-departure sessions prior to study abroad. Education Abroad and your program faculty leaders will provide you with further details pertaining to dates, times, and location in the semester before your program.Ìý

1) Mandatory pre-departure orientation hosted by the Education Abroad office. This session will cover general international travel related topics such as health, safety, insurance, and travel tips.Ìý
2) Mandatory pre-departure meeting hosted by program faculty leader. This session will cover program and location specific information such as arrival, expectations, itinerary, and course overview.