Tiny Stay Ecolodge: small in size but big in nature
Tiny Stay Écolodge reinvents escape with its five tiny houses nestled in the heart of Maine-et-Loire. Nestled between pine forests and minimalist comfort, these eco-responsible refuges offer a gentle immersion in nature. Open-air yoga, bike rides and local cuisine complete this [...]
La Bastide de Marie: Nature at Its Best
by Stéphane Durand. Nestled in the hills of the Luberon, where Provence reveals its most beautiful secrets, lies a picturesque hamlet called La Bastide de Marie. La Bastide de Marie is located in Ménerbes, listed among the "Most Beautiful Villages of France." Combining beauty and fine dining, La Bastide de Marie is situated in Ménerbes, a small village in […]
5 remarkable vegetable gardens, cultivated on exceptional estates
By Stéphane Durand. From the Camargue to the Médoc, via Corsica and Provence, discover five exceptional estates where nature inspires the table and the art of living, where carefully tended vegetable gardens provide locally sourced produce that goes straight from the harvest to the plate. What if true luxury meant reconnecting with the land? From […]
The Beaumier Hotels Family
Stéphane Durand What makes a great hotel group? Probably by the way it renews itself and constantly manages to astonish. As a tribute to its thousand lives, the Beaumier group takes the name of the Marseille explorer and writer Auguste Beaumier, who has inspired and marked the group's DNA since its beginnings. The story It was in the mountains that the [...]
The Beaumier Hotel Group: Capelongue, a little slice of paradise in Provence
by Stéphane Durand. In Bonnieux, a village in a hotel for a weekend in love The Provencal hinterland unveils one of its treasures: an unclassifiable hotel, a veritable miniature village tucked away inside the commune of Bonnieux. A central square with a fountain, a bookshop and a café are all part of this 57-room estate [...].
A night at the Radisson Hotel Reims
Geagea Modern architecture for the Alboran group's latest four-star establishment: the Radisson Hotel Reims. The new Radisson Hotel Reims has been built in an up-and-coming area, just outside the city center but a 10-minute walk from the train station. The hotel's architecture, which is unique in Reims, was designed by the Alboran group, which owns [...].
The Lavorel Hotels Family
Stéphane Durand 3 signature hotels across France From Lyon to Courchevel, via Annecy and Paris, Jean-Claude Lavorel is at the helm of a hotel house with addresses as luxurious as they are refined or practical, redefining the codes of business travel. Introducing a man who knows how to do it all. A true jack-of-all-trades, Jean-Claude Lavorel doesn't care about labels. Self-taught, he has [...]
Tribu Lavorel: The Palace of Menton
A getaway in France on the shores of Lake Annecy Imagine the setting: 6 hectares of private parkland on the shores of Lake Annecy, with a bird's-eye view of the mountains and the forests surrounding a building constructed in 1906: welcome to the Palace de Menthon, a five-star establishment whose reputation is unwavering [...].
Four Seasons Florence: A Renaissance by Pierre-Yves Rochon
Madeleine Jelstrupp New decor and new atmosphere for the luxury hotel housed in the Palazzo della Gherardesca and the Palazzo del Nero There are places where history and past splendor always resonate... places where you can immerse yourself in the magnificence of a city that seems forever preserved. Housed in the prestigious Palazzi della Gherardesca and del Nero, [...]
Plume's pick: the 5 most beautiful hotels in the middle of the desert
Stéphane Durand Test the most beautiful hotels in the desert From Mexico to Namibia, desert regions are transformed into flamboyant oases of luxury. A selection of five addresses halfway between dream and science fiction. A landscape as enigmatic as it is fascinating, the desert accounts for 23% of our planet's total surface [...].
The Ritz-Carlton Tenerife Abama is developing new experiences
And spend an unforgettable night The Ritz-Carlton Tenerife Abama is expanding without losing any of its splendor. The five-star Spanish hotel has unveiled The Retreat, presented as a "resort within a resort". Luxurious rooms, swimming pools, subtropical gardens... the place is simply breathtaking. The Retreat: that's the name of this little piece of paradise recently launched [...].
Caravan Dakhla, sleep in a hotel in the heart of the Moroccan desert
Opening in January 2023, the Caravan Dakhla is a veritable oasis located just a few kilometers from the Tropic of Cancer, on the shores of the Dakhla lagoon. The 24 rooms and suites are decorated with hand-crafted ceramics and colorful carpets, creating a minimalist, luxurious fantasy of Morocco. And if the latter bear bewitching names such as [...]
Thailand: the quest for well-being at the Anantara Layan Phuket Resort
Plume with Pauline Duvieu A gym like you've never seen before A major hotel trend, wellness resorts are more popular than ever with travellers. And the Anantara in Phuket, Thailand, understands this. The top-of-the-range hotel unveils its new wellness area, a blend of tradition and technology. In a space of over 1700 square metres, the [...]
Getaway at the Hôtel Bleu in Carry-Le-Rouet
Head to the Marseille area and soak up the warmth and sunshine of the south once again. A charming village on the Côte Bleue, Carry-le-Rouet is becoming a must-visit destination for travelers to Marseille with the opening of a brand-new hotel: the Hôtel Bleu. With a panoramic terrace, a gourmet restaurant, and a pool overlooking the sea, this new 4-star hotel already has all the makings of a top-tier destination. It […]
L’Oursin, the restaurant at the Hôtel Bleu in Carry-Le-Rouet
Stéphane Durand L'Oursin piques our curiosity A 25-minute TER train ride from Marseille Saint-Charles station takes us to a 4-star establishment. Even though it's only just opened, it already has all the makings of a great hotel, starting with the restaurant on the terrace. It's a brand-new local figure we meet on the hotel terrace. With his slicked-back hair and devastating smile, [...]
A trip aboard the Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, a Belmond Train, in L'Observatoire, a work by JR
A timeless journey Artist JR has fitted out an entire carriage in the legendary Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, A Belmond Train, and with the help of talented craftsmen has created a work of art, almost "a destination in itself", called the Observatory, offering a suspended, timeless moment aboard the legendary train.
Direction Japan in Setouchi, between nature and art
Travel guide to Asia. In western Japan, Setouchi is a region with a varied panorama of mountains and islands. Culture, art and nature coexist to offer a journey of beauty.
The Assas Hotels family: getaways between the sea and the mountains
Discover the 3 signature hotels of the Assas tribe. Romain Trollet is not the type to have his head in the clouds. Having restored mountain hospitality to its former glory, he and his brother Julien are now tackling our sunny beaches and coasts. Their only watchword: conviviality.
Travel to Japan: 5 Places to Discover Kyoto's Unique Charm
5 addresses to discover the charm of Kyoto, between culture and nature. Steeped in history and spirituality, Japan's former imperial capital is home to thousands of temples and shrines nestled in the heart of parks and forests. Plume Travels invites you to immerse yourself deeply in the soul of Japan with this selection of five addresses as bucolic as they are enchanting. The only city to hold the record for the greatest number of UNESCO World Heritage sites, Kyoto boasts some of the finest Shinto and Buddhist temples and shrines on the planet. And when you consider that the city is home to over 30 verdant parks, Kyoto becomes the idyllic destination for all nature lovers, whose characteristic charm permeates the city.
The story of Chapitre Six, the band that breathes new life into forgotten gems
Nicolas Saltiel loves to tell stories: those of mythical establishments that he brings back to life, like the Bus Palladium in Paris. Chapitre Six is the new name of the hotel group he has created, just like the places for which he is writing a new chapter. The 8 Chapitre Six addresses all possess a special talent: that of taking us on a journey.
Handwritten Collection: a four-star hotel in the heart of Fort Saint Laurent in Lyon, in the Croix Rousse district
In Lyon, an exceptional historic site, Place Bellevue, has been transformed into a four-star hotel that remains open to the public. With its heritage roots, 16th-century building and panoramic views, Lyon's Hotel Fort Saint Laurent was born on the hill of Croix Rousse, after the impressive renovation of Fort Saint Laurent, an ode to the city's historic heritage.
5-star hotel: Maison Albar sets up in Nice
Opening alert: a new Maison Albar hotel on the Côte d'Azur After inaugurating Maison Albar Amoure in Portugal, the hotel group has just announced the opening at the end of October of its new address: Maison Albar - Le Victoria in Nice. This nugget, just 30 metres from the beach, will enhance the Côte d'Azur's weekend offerings.
Tribe Saga: The Experimental Group’s Alluring Lifestyle
Having revolutionized the world of the cocktail bar, the four friends of the Experimental Group have created an ultra-seductive lifestyle and turned their establishments and hotels around the world into a truly conquering experience.
A Trip to New York
Cosmopolitan New York knows how to roll out the red carpet for those who come to discover its many flavors. If the trendy new Bed-Stuy district is becoming the place to be with the opening of Daphne's restaurant, we also love to meet up with established names when it comes to setting the dancefloor alight at Silencio, which is unveiling its intercontinental address. Here's our guide to a successful New York stay, with art galleries, wine bars and shopping sprees.