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, [...]
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.
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.
A southern getaway between Saint-Tropez and Ramatuelle
While the villages of the Var are transformed into temples of festivity every summer, there are a few hotels and restaurants that promise peace, luxury and pleasure. Here's a roundup of the finest addresses for a gentle summer break.
Marseille: A Short Foodie Guide for a Day Outdoors
The city of Marseille abounds in intoxicating landscapes, and for a day that's as sweet as it is gourmet, discover addresses that can be enjoyed in the fresh air.
The Plume x Domaine du Mas de Pierre address book in Saint-Paul-de-Vence
An enchanted stroll through the historically artistic village of Saint-Paul-de-Vence. A moment out of time, perched in the hills, where strolling and good times are elevated to the art of living, thanks to the Clefs d'or concierge service at Domaine du Mas de Pierre.
The Hôtel du Couvent
In Nice, in the heights of the old town, the Hôtel du Couvent created by the Perseus group offers a 5-star retreat in a former cloister.
Domaine du Mas de Pierre, an exclusive retreat in Saint-Paul-de-Vence
The Domaine du Mas de Pierre, a 5* Relais & Châteaux, has been awarded many distinctions: Clefs Michelin, Clef verte, Clefs d'or... Here's an intoxicating owner's tour.
Porquerolles, the legendary island of the Côte d'Azur
As evening falls off the coast of Hyères, the last ferry heads for the mainland. It won't return until morning. From then on, calm settles in.
Forget Paris at Etangs de Corot, in the countryside around Ville d'Avray
With its bucolic scenery and wild ponds, visitors are transported into the Impressionist world of painter Camille Corot, who painted this magical greenery.
In Joigny, Burgundy, at the La Côte Saint-Jacques hotel
In the charming medieval town of Joigny, famous for its half-timbered houses, the Hôtel La Côte Saint-Jacques is a local institution. So is its Michelin-starred restaurant, which counts Alain Delon among its regulars. A must-visit, just 90 minutes from Paris.
Our 5 dream hotels on the Mediterranean coast
Closer to the water is on a boat... Plume has selected five hotels near the waves between Carry-le-Rouet and Cap d'Antibes.
Music, street food, dance, nature: the best festivals to escape to
From the electro rhythms of Marseilles to the celebration of our forests, the festivals play the eclectic card, unveiling a program full of surprises throughout the seasons.
La Bâtisse en Blanc: When the French Riviera Reinvented the Guesthouse
Just a stone's throw from Cannes and Antibes, in Golfe-Juan to be precise, you'll find one of the finest guest houses on the Côte d'Azur.
In Provence, sculpture is in the nature
Stolen the key to the field! Blown, the escape powder... They're taking to nature. Works of the imagination of all sizes, monumental or plant-based, the sculptures will be posing in the heart of the gardens.
7 luxury homes: our selection of rental agencies in France
Elsewhere at home or at home elsewhere: you don't have to travel halfway around the world to feel out of place. With a catalog teeming with nuggets, many agencies offer exceptional properties for rent.
between Gard and Ardèche, the Mas Re address book.Source
Rémy and Marc, owners of Mas Re.Source, a superb guest house that Plume visited, agreed to reveal their favorite addresses around their home.
Mas Re.Source, the perfect place to relax in the Gard region
A place of tranquility in the heart of the Cèze valley. Discover the Mas Re.Source guest house, between Ardèche, Alpilles and Cévènes.
A Guide to Cassis: The Provençal Dolce Vita
In its amphitheatre overlooking the Mediterranean, Cassis, a small fishing port twinned with Portofino in Italy, exudes a dolce vita atmosphere, Provençal style.
On the shores of the Mediterranean, discover Cassis, from fjords to calanques
Between Marseille and La Ciotat, clinging to its beach and surrounded by high cliffs, the small fishing port of Cassis has preserved its Provencal character. It exudes an art of living like no other.
La Prairie, the first home in The Oasis House concept
In the spirit of a guest house, La Prairie is the first country address of The Oasis House concept, which creates the idea of a family home for rent and "Bleisure", a blend of business and leisure.
Hôtel La Sivolière: the discreet luxury of a Courchevel institution
A chalet with the feel of a large family home, La Sivolière has been a safe, discreet institution in the chic Alpine resort for 50 years.