The Canadian’s comeback tour is already driving interest and a noticeable economic boost to the French capital.

Canada’s “queen of power ballads”, Céline Dion, is set to bring more than just music to Paris’ La Defense Arena – her upcoming shows will also deliver a huge economic boost to the city’s tourism industry.

With 16 concerts scheduled for September and October, Dion’s return to the stage is projected to boost the Parisian economy by between €300 million and €500 million, according to the president of Choose Paris Region, Alexandra Dublanche.

Speaking to AFP, Dublanche said that this includes ticket sales, hotel and restaurant bookings and shopping sprees, with international visitors more likely to dig into their pockets than Parisian natives. (Euronews)