There are plenty of easy-distance destinations for a luxury weekend escape from Paris. One of the less known by foreigners, especially during winter, is Deauville. This typical city of Normandy, famous for its yearly American film festival, offers fantastic Nothern France sceneries and a romantic town center. As well as a stunning jewel: Le Normandy Barrière, a beautiful five-star hotel…
November is the beginning of the cold season in Paris, during which we like to pamper ourselves at home in a warm atmosphere. That can be also a good time to relax in a luxury cocoon, away from business life, enjoying fine-dining or spa treatments in a refined environment. This is exactly what I did at La Reserve Paris, spending…
Less known than Phuket and its ton of luxury resorts, Ko Samui is a great destination to discover beautiful beaches and small islands. Just 1-hour flight from Bangkok, it also has a nice selction of high-end residences like the Six Senses Samui where we stayed 5 days. Wondering where to stay in Koh Samui? You are at the right place,…
We stayed a whole week in Marrakech this summer, in a beautiful riad “Dar Shariq“. After visiting all main attractions we decided it was time to relax. And where is the best luxury place to relax there? La Mamounia, of course! La Mamounia is a grand dame of Marrakech, a true institution in the city. Originally a riad built by…
It’s been a while since I wanted to visit Marrakech. I found the best timing this summer, for a one-week stay with family, but I still had to choose the best accommodation: a luxury resort or a private riad? We finally selected a luxury and exclusive riad in the medina, Dar Shariq. And we did well! Marrakech is an interesting…
For an early celebration of Summer, my partner and I decided to enjoy a luxury weekend somewhere in the beautiful Switzerland. We quickly selected La Reserve Geneve, not only because this hotel proposed five-star services but also because it’s located in a secluded area, away from the busy city center on the bank of Geneva Lake. Located just 15-min drive…
To celebrate my partner’s birthday we decided to enjoy a romantic Sunday brunch in Paris. After trying Le Royal Monceau and Molitor some months ago, I made a surprise by selecting the sumptuous Hotel Le Meurice, one of the few city’s Palaces (rated above 5 stars!). Rue de Rivoli is one of the most exclusive streets of Paris. An amazing…
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