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 […]
Hôtel de Sers Paris: The Revival of an Intimate Mansion
by Geagea. Just a stone’s throw from the Champs-Élysées, the Hôtel de Sers is undergoing a subtle transformation that remains true to its history: a lived-in Parisian home, rather than an impersonal five-star hotel. In this former 19th-century mansion, once the residence of Henri-Léopold Charles, Marquis de Sers, the hotel draws on its original spirit and now offers the experience of a city home […]
Between Paris and Rio: Laurent Gélis’s Colorful Journeys
October 2025 By Geagea. Laurent Gélis is a master of color. He invents them. From the soft shades of green found in nature—which has always inspired him—to the fiery red of the walls of his home in Brazil, to the sunny yellow of the light he seeks in Guétary, São Paulo, Rio, or Greece, Laurent is a […]
A touch of New York at Temple & Chapon, the restaurant at L’Experimental* Marais
Geagea The new "rendez-vous incontournable" on rue du Temple It's a Paris-New-York experience at Temple & Chapon, the restaurant in the heart of the brand-new Experimental* Marais hotel. Inspired by the classic American "Chop House" of the 50s, this Marais meeting place opened its doors in March, replacing the former Sinner, a little more [...].
Guy Martin's Italian palaces embody the essence of la Dolce Vita
Text and photos by Geagea. A long weekend in Italy with Guy Martin, in Nardo To be welcomed into Guy Martin’s world is to have the privilege of accompanying one of France’s greatest chefs on his latest travels and discovering his favorite spots—this time in Italy. A tireless traveler, bon vivant, and aesthete down to the very last detail […]
YNDŌ Hotel: A Unique Approach to Hospitality in Bordeaux
August 2025 Madeleine Jelstrupp In Bordeaux, an atypical hotel with contemporary design is shaking up the codes of hospitality! Housed for over 10 years in a 19th-century mansion, YNDŌ has inaugurated 8 rooms and suites, decorated by Agnès Guiot du Doignon, the charming owner. More than just a beautiful Bordeaux stopover, a destination in its own right. A concept [...]
Mama Shelter Nice: the jewel of the French Riviera
In Nice, it's not just the sun that shines: Mama Shelter has planted its colorful flag to warm up the Côte d'Azur with a healthy dose of cool. With its arty frescoes, twisted southern flavors and vibrant rooftop, this urban retreat blows a wind of freedom across the Mediterranean. A rooftop in Nice Just a stone's throw from the Promenade de [...]
Mama Shelter Zurich, the latest addition to the collection: a growing family
On July 31, 2025, Mama Shelter opened its first Swiss address, setting up its colorful world in the heart of the Oerlikon district. Just a stone's throw from the train station and ten minutes from the airport, this bustling district, known for its creative spirit, offers the perfect playground for Mama Shelter's DNA: urban, accessible and festive. [...]
Luxury hotel with an incredible pool: Four Seasons San Domenico Palace in Sicily
Immortalized by The White Lotus series, the second season of which was filmed entirely on location, the Four Seasons San Domenico Palace is a luxurious Eden, set on a cliff overlooking the sea. A palace facing Mount Etna The five-star hotel boasts 111 rooms and suites, where marble meets precious wood in the utmost luxury.
Cool Swimming: The 4 Most Beautiful Hotel Pools Across Europe
From Ibiza to the Amalfi Coast, via Sicily, our European neighbors unveil dream pools from which to admire both the Mediterranean and enchanted nature. Here's a selection of the finest luxury pools to enjoy the last rays of summer.
The Zurich Reserve on Lake Zurich: as romantic as can be
Set sail for the Zurich shore, where Philippe Starck's audacity gives one of Switzerland's most stylish hotels the air of an eternal cruise. At La Réserve Eden au lac, the French designer transforms the rooms into refined cabins, the roof into a gourmet terrace deck, and the whole into a poem floating on the peaceful waters of the lake. Fall in love all over again [...]
A wellness getaway on the Emerald Coast, at the Emeria Dinard Hotel Thalasso & Spa
By Geagea. Next-generation thalassotherapy Perched on the rugged cliffs of the Emerald Coast, the Emeria Dinard Hôtel Thalasso & Spa offers ocean-facing treatments and boasts brand-new facilities featuring comfortable rooms, modernized aquatic and marine areas, cutting-edge technology, welcoming communal spaces, and a state-of-the-art spa equipped with high-performance beauty machines, the […]
Mama Shelter Paris East: the one and only
Stéphane Durand A rooftop hotel in Paris Forget overly sophisticated palaces: here, love of design rhymes with love of everything. From its former parking lot, the very first Mama Shelter electrifies eastern Paris with its rebellious spirit, Starck decor and rhythmic nights under the stars. A pop UFO where people come to love, feast... or [...].
La Tribu Terlia Hospitality: Customized Hotel Management in Paris
Stéphane Durand Specializing in hotel management, Terlia Hospitality supports independent investors and owners in their projects, from acquisition to operation. The result is a portfolio of unique addresses and a commitment to creating living spaces designed for new ways of traveling and meeting. Sometimes you have to be willing to change before you reach maturity. This is [...]
At the Sofitel Paris Le Faubourg, the Maison Blossom terrace is blooming once again in the heart of Paris
Geagea An oasis near the Place de la Concorde in Paris Spring invites you to try the beautiful Parisian terraces, some of which are discreet and almost hidden, offering a gourmet and soothing interlude in the heart of the capital. It's a soothing, suspended moment, in a verdant cocoon on rue Boissy d'Anglas, far from the noise of construction work that [...].
The 5 Most Beautiful Hotels in France Surrounded by Nature
by Stéphane Durand. The most beautiful places to sleep under the stars. The desire to get away often goes hand in hand with reconnecting with nature. From the far reaches of the Perche region to the plains of Aubrac, many establishments invite us to take in the scenery. Whether it’s a tiny house, an ecolodge, or a luxurious room, Plume Travels promises Plume Travels an idyllic getaway for a stay that’s 100% nature.
Souki Lodges: a nature holiday where you are the Hérault
Sleep in a luxury hotel surrounded by nature Nestled at the foot of Pic de Vissou, Souki Lodges offers a haven of absolute peace. "L'Arbre Perché" and "Le Nuage," two designer lodges built on stilts, combine simple luxury with unspoiled nature. With their panoramic terraces and private pools, these exclusive lodges promise an enchanting break, lulled by the song [...]
Reawaken your childlike spirit at Bleu Minuit lodges
In Alsace, cabanes dans la nature How about making a childhood dream come true? At Bleu Minuit lodges, nestled in the heart of Alsace's countryside, you can fall asleep under a starry sky thanks to the large picture windows of these wood and glass tiny houses. After a hike to the summit of the Horn, with its breathtaking view over the Alsace plain, you're ready to [...].
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 [...]
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 […]
Beaumier Hotels tribe: Le Fitz Roy, a cosy haven in Val Thorens
by Stéphane Durand and Plume. Europe's highest ski resort, at an altitude of 2300 meters, offers unparalleled panoramic views of the Alps. Ideally located right in the middle of the resort, the Hotel Fitz Roy, with its 72 rooms and plunging views of the slopes from its balconies, offers sunny terraces and ski-in, ski-out access to the snow-covered peaks of the 3 [...].
Michael Malapert's Travels
January 2025 Geagea In the suitcase of the architect of the blank page Michael Malapert is a magician of the blank page, the blank page on which he designs the hotels, restaurants and places that his customers entrust to him, so that he can realize their desires and build their worlds.
New Chinese Menu at Gros Bao
January 16, 2025 Geagea In Paris and Marseille, Chinese New Year and the Year of the Wood Snake are celebrated with a traditional menu, just like in China, to attract good fortune and providence. With this unique menu served on January 29, the Year of the Wood Snake is off to a good start. Rich in symbolism, it will feature spring rolls, […]
OKKO Hotels Bayonne City Center
Discover the tribe's 4-star establishment, in the heart of the Basque Country Sensing before anyone else the tourist appeal of the Basque Country, the establishment opened in 2016 on the mythical Boulevard du BAB, ideally located ten minutes by bus from Anglet and fifteen minutes from Biarritz. This is OKKO Hôtels Bayonne. An opportunity to discover a region in a class of its own, where [...]