Welcome to The Peninsula New York, an iconic five-star hotel that serves as a gateway to a world of unparalleled luxury and refined elegance in the heart of Manhattan. With its classical opulence, impeccable service and prime location, The Peninsula New York has become synonymous with excellence. And guess what, my partner and I had the pleasure to stay there…
If you are looking for a luxurious retreat in the heart of London, then Bulgari Hotel London is the perfect destination for you. This stunning hotel – that my partner and I already visited in the past – is located in the heart of Knightsbridge, one of the most exclusive areas in the city. With its beautiful architecture, decor and…
During a recent business trip to Asia I had the occasion to travel to Tokyo, Japan, almost 10 years after my first visit there. No doubt I booked the Mandarin Oriental Tokyo – I love this brand so much – where luxury and comfort meet in the heart of Japan’s bustling capital city. So I had the pleasure of staying…
The reopening of South Korea to foreign travelers in late 2022 was the perfect occasion for me to come back to Asia. After two full years without a proper luxury long-haul flight, I needed to escape from Europe and pamper myself. I took advantage of a business trip in Seoul to stay in a delightful place, perfect for relaxing and…
New Year and cold days are the perfect occasion to pamper in a five-star hotel and enjoy luxury facilities. This is exactly what we did my partner and I, by living the suite life for a few days of staycation at Hotel de Crillon. Let me highlight the several experiences we enjoyed there and what you can do around. It…
Mandarin Oriental acquired a worldwide reputation in high-end hospitality since its first opening in Hong-Kong. With many iconic properties such as the ones I visited in Bangkok or Shanghai, this hotel chain proposes an opulent yet discreet luxury to its guests. There was no need for more to book Mandarin Oriental Geneva for my next stopover in the city. Affluent…
The number of luxury hotels in Paris is constantly increasing. Cheval Blanc Paris is the latest five-star hotel in the French capital and the property of LVMH, also owning residences in St Tropez, Courchevel, St-Barth and Maldives. With the official intention to get a Palace mention (the highest hotel ranking in France, above 5*), this place is very promising. I…
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