10 Jan 2026 Experience the grandeur of luxury castle stays in France: châteaux, suites, and unforgettable nights
Seaside Escapes • 10/07/2026 Le Carl Gustaf in Saint Barthélemy: an elevated seaside escape for discerning travellers Discover Le Carl Gustaf, a 23-key luxury hotel above Gustavia in Saint Barthélemy, with sea-view suites, private pools, Shell Beach access, Fouquet’s dining and a dedicated spa for refined Caribbean stays.
Urban Luxury Hotels • 08/07/2026 Staying at hôtel Le Vendôme: refined comfort between Paris style and Loire charm Hôtel Le Vendôme is a three-star hotel in Vendôme, Loire Valley, offering 31 modern rooms, free Wi‑Fi, bar, pet-friendly policy and easy TGV access to Paris Montparnasse.
Seaside Escapes • 07/07/2026 Villa Eden House in St Barts: a refined seaside escape for French luxury travellers Discover Villa Eden House in St Barts, a three bedroom luxury villa above Marigot Bay with a 13 m heated pool, concierge and maid service, ideal for French travellers seeking a private alternative to high end seaside hotels.
Seaside Escapes • 06/07/2026 Radisson Hotel Cannes Seaside: a new waterfront address minutes from La Croisette Radisson Hotel Cannes Seaside, the new radisson cannes hotel 2026, offers mid-range luxury between La Croisette palaces and chain hotels, with around 150 rooms, Mediterranean design and easy access to the Palais des Festivals.
Historic Estate Venues • 09/07/2026 The Luberon promise: vineyard hotels, village markets and nobody in a hurry Discover Luberon luxury hotels in France: vineyard estates, historic bastides, spa retreats and quiet pools near Gordes, Lourmarin and Apt, with practical tips on prices, seasons and how to choose your ideal base.
Urban Luxury Hotels • 05/07/2026 Bastille Day by hotel: where to watch the fireworks from your terrace Plan a Bastille Day hotel stay in France with a private terrace for fireworks. Compare Paris Eiffel Tower views, family friendly provincial options, pricing in euros and booking tips for July 14.
Historic Estate Venues • 03/07/2026 Timeless wedding locations in the south of France for elegant château stays Discover the most romantic wedding locations in the south of France, from Provence châteaux and Bordeaux wine estates to Riviera coastal venues, with practical tips on guest capacity, booking timelines, and luxury hotel-style services.
Historic Estate Venues • 30/06/2026 Luxury stays in the small towns of France and their historic estate hotels Discover luxury historic estate hotels in the small towns and villages of France, from Provence and Saint-Émilion to Mont Saint-Michel and the Côte d’Azur, with tips on Petites Cités de Caractère, best seasons, and itinerary planning.
July on the Riviera: the insider's hotel map from Bandol to Beaulieu Seaside Escapes • 28/06/2026 July on the Riviera: the insider's hotel map from Bandol to Beaulieu Planning French Riviera hotels for July 2026? Discover new openings like COMO Le Beauvallon, quieter bases from Bandol to Beaulieu, typical price patterns and smart booking tips for peak Côte d’Azur season.
Mountain Retreats • 25/06/2026 The French Alps in summer: luxury hotels for hikers, foodies and families Discover why luxury hotels in the French Alps are a summer secret: where to stay in Courchevel, Megève and Val d’Isère, how to choose between suites and chalets, and what to know about activities, wellness and smart booking.
Château Accommodations • 22/06/2026 Sleeping among the vines: wine-estate hotels from Burgundy to Champagne Discover authentic wine estate hotels in France, from Burgundy and Champagne to Provence, Bordeaux, and the Loire Valley, with tips on booking vineyard stays, spa experiences, and gourmet dining among the vines.
Luxury Travel News • 19/06/2026 France's Palace shake-up: six hotels crowned, four lose the distinction Discover how France’s updated 2026 palace hotel list—31 ultra-luxury properties, six new entries and four losses—reshapes high-end travel plans from Paris to the Riviera and Champagne.
Mountain Retreats • 21/06/2026 Raffles and One&Only stake their claim in Courchevel's Jardin Alpin Raffles Courchevel and One&Only Courchevel are transforming Jardin Alpin in Courchevel 1850 into a new summit of alpine luxury, with ski-in ski-out resorts, year-round wellness, and palace-level service standards.
Seaside Escapes • 12/06/2026 Resort stays in France: from Riviera beach clubs to Pyrenean thermal retreats An insider guide to resort stays in France, from Riviera beach clubs and Atlantic thalasso centers to Pyrenean thermal retreats and French Alps ski resorts.
Château Accommodations • 12/06/2026 Sleeping in history: how France's renovated châteaux become living hotels How France’s renovated châteaux turn historic castles into living hotels. Learn how heritage rules shape rooms, prices and pools, with tips to choose your stay.
Château Accommodations • 05/06/2026 Beyond Paris: where to base yourself for a week exploring France by hotel Plan a one-week stay in France with one or two smart regional bases. Compare château hotels, Provençal farmhouses, coastal resorts and Alpine chalets, with practical tips for families, students and luxury travelers.
Seaside Escapes • 02/06/2026 Peak summer escapes: hotel pools and private coves from Paris rooftops to the Riviera Plan a summer escape around the best hotel pools in France, from Paris rooftops to Riviera beach clubs, Provençal infinity pools and Alpine lakes, with practical tips on booking, access and choosing the right style of stay.
Château Accommodations • 29/05/2026 Maison Le Chevreuil brings Hästens sleep and vine-to-table dining to Meursault Maison Le Chevreuil in Meursault is a new ten-room wine hotel in Burgundy, pairing Hästens beds, TERRE restaurant and cellar-focused hospitality with château-style intimacy in the heart of the Côte de Beaune.
Urban Luxury Hotels • 22/05/2026 Luxury hotels in France 2026: the insider guide to this year's standout stays A concise guide to Hotel France 2026: key luxury openings, island retreats, wine‑country châteaux and urban design hotels in Paris, Lyon and Marseille, with data‑backed insights on wellness, occupancy and how to choose the best 2026 luxury hotels in France for couples.
Seaside Escapes • 23/05/2026 Late spring in Normandy: coastal stays and cider-route escapes Plan a late-spring Paris to Normandy family trip with this quiet-luxury guide: train times, typical prices, Route du Cidre tastings, D-Day tours, and a four-day itinerary including Bayeux and Mont Saint-Michel.
