While rumours abound about which artists will surprise spectators at the opening ceremony — the latest one suggests Celine Dion could make an appearance, one thing at least is certain: Two lucky people will have a front-row seat for the opening ceremony of the 2024 Olympics, courtesy of Airbnb and the iconic Musée d’Orsay museum in Paris.
Lauded for transforming iconic locations into accommodations for a night, Airbnb has created a master stroke with the opening of a temporary room in Paris’ Musée d’Orsay museum that provides privileged access to the terrace for a close-up view of the extraordinary show.
Everything to know about Airbnb’s room at Paris’ Musée d’Orsay museum
This isn’t the first time Airbnb has successfully transformed a museum in the City of Light into an overnight guest suite. After setting up experiences in the city’s Louvre and Opéra Garnier monuments, this new collaboration is quite a feat, as it is scheduled for the opening day of the 2024 Olympics, July 26.
And that’s not all. The American accommodation rental giant is teaming up with Mathieu Lehanneur, the designer who came up with the torch and cauldron that will welcome the Olympic flame. The designer has redesigned the clock room in the Musée d’Orsay, giving it a new function — that of a bedroom.
Usually, there’s nothing in this room, since it’s a vestige from the time when the building was a railway station. With the floor covered with parquet from Versailles and a bed that appears to “float” above the ground, the ensemble features warm-toned wood finishings.
This ephemeral guest room will be available for one night only, free of charge. The selected guests will have access to the museum’s terrace to watch the Olympic ceremony — a front row seat. A gourmet dinner is also planned, and as if that weren’t enough, they will also enjoy privileged access to the museum to check out its collection of Impressionist works away from the usual crowds.
Be warned, if you want a chance, you’ll have to act fast today, May 21 at CET 6pm (SGT 12am, May 22) when applications open on the dedicated hosting page.
This story was published via AFP Relaxnews
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– When are the 2024 Olympics?
The 2024 Olympics will take place in Paris, France, from July 26 to August 11.
