7 Exceptional Hotels Where Horses Reign Supreme
Stéphane Durand These horse-themed hotels offer a unique experience where horseback riding, nature, and hospitality come together. From tropical ranches in the Maldives to Argentine estancias, and from a Moroccan palace to a prestigious Italian stud farm, these exceptional destinations transform horseback riding into a true art of living. When the horse becomes the soul of the hotel: why […]
La Bamba de Areco: an estancia, polo, and Criollo horses at a Relais & Châteaux property in Argentina
by Stéphane Durand. A grand avenue lined with century-old trees leads the way, like a theatrical prelude to one of Argentina’s oldest estancias. The new Lodge Park transforms this iconic destination into an ultra-exclusive retreat. Just an hour and a quarter from Buenos Aires, La Bamba de Areco seems suspended outside of time. Behind the bright red walls, a world unfolds: […]
Selman Marrakech: a luxury hotel in Morocco where Thoroughbreds reign supreme
Stéphane Durand In this Arab-Moorish palace designed by Jacques Garcia, everything seems orchestrated to celebrate one of the most beautiful breeds in the world: the Arabian thoroughbred. The Arabian thoroughbred stud farm is the beating heart of the Selman Marrakech. Just a few minutes from the hustle and bustle of Marrakech, the Selman appears like a mirage of refinement where the horse reigns supreme over […]
Gallop through the sea on Marwari horses at Siyam World
by Stéphane Durand. On a natural island somewhere in Noonu Atoll, Siyam World is reinventing the very concept of a Maldives vacation with a horse ranch. An almost surreal surprise: a Marwari horse ranch in the Maldives. Huge villas with slides plunging into the lagoon, more than twenty restaurants, a gigantic floating water park… and above all, a surprise […]
Find refuge at Nihi Sumba: a natural paradise in Indonesia near the Sandalwood horses
by Stéphane Durand. In the far west of Sumba, far from the crowds of Bali and the excesses of the modern world, NIHI Sumba feels like a wild retreat where nature sets the pace. Here, the villas are nestled within acres of lush jungle, the sandy beach stretches for over two kilometers, and horses gallop freely along the shore at […]
Paradero Todos Santos: A linear hotel in the Mexican desert
Minimalist design nestled between mountains, sea, and desert Designed by the Mexican architecture firm Yektajo Valdez Architects, the property—which opened in 2021—blends seamlessly into the picturesque desert landscape of the Baja California Sur region. That same year, it received the Versailles Special Award for Exterior Design in the Hotels category. A minimalist aesthetic in which concrete forms […]
A dream cruise on the Mekong: Rivages du Monde’s new ship, the Mekong Romance, is set to launch this fall
by Geagea With the Mekong Romance, Rivages du Monde is introducing much more than just a new ship; it is redefining the art of travel on this legendary river, reconnecting with the very essence of travel: taking one’s time, contemplating, soaking in the surrounding beauty, letting go of one’s routines, and allowing the landscape to set the pace. With a […]
Gyp Sea Saint Barth: a Sibuet hotel, tropical chic style
Overlooking Flamands Bay, nestled in the heart of a lush tropical garden, the Gyp Sea Hotel is the tropical embodiment of Maison Sibuet’s signature hospitality—a tropical garden setting with a bohemian-chic and romantic style. This is one of those places where you immediately feel welcome, as if you were visiting friends who’ve decided to live […]
A trip to Arizona to discover Scottsdale and the surrounding area
By Geagea. And choose to travel in the spring to discover the charm of Scottsdale. With a direct flight from Paris to Phoenix, launched last year by Air France, Scottsdale, in the heart of Arizona, has become a popular destination. Named in 1894 after its founder, Winfield Scott, and considered the most beautiful urban center in Arizona, the city of Scottsdale is […]
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 [...].
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 [...]
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.
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.
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.
Zanzibar, the spicy island: Plume's address book
Discover the best addresses on Zanzibar, the paradise island off the coast of Tanzania. Don't miss Stone Town and its designer boutiques.
Our selection: 7 waterfront hotels, around the world
Among the jewels of hospitality, hotels located on the water occupy a special place. Plume Travels invites you to discover these floating havens of peace that combine comfort, privacy and respect for the environment.
Escape on the Nile in Egypt
The Nile invites you to glide southwards towards its source. 600 km upstream from the pyramids, its only loop is said to be the cradle of the Pharaohs' civilization.
Escape on the Nile in Egypt
The Nile invites you to glide southwards towards its source. 600 km upstream from the pyramids, its only loop is said to be the cradle of the Pharaohs' civilization.