A palatial mansion set in a 65-acre private estate with manicured gardens, Château d’Artigny Hotel is a majestic castle in the heart of the Loire Valley. Lavish architectural features, a superb new spa in the vaulted cellars, inventive cuisine and an impressive wine cellar are just some of the incentives for staying here.

Every room at Château d’Artigny Hotel is a tribute to 18th-century splendour. Elegance and grandeur in a regal style is evident at every turn with sweeping staircases, trompe l’oeil frescoes, pillared bedrooms, opulent salons and enormous windows with stunning views of the River Indre, the French gardens, the chateau or the park. Visit Château d’Artigny’s new spa and enjoy the pool with a built-in Jacuzzi, the steam room, sauna and spa treatments. There are a number of therapies specifically designed for men and women. In the evening, dine on excellent locally sourced, regional cuisine in the sumptuous Origan Restaurant complete with wood panelling, gold leaf reliefs, fluted columns and delightful river valley views.

Location
Montbazon, near Tours. Close to famous vineyards and Loire Valley châteaux. 13 km from Tours Val de Loire Airport.

Things to enjoy
Spa and fitness centre, massage treatments, pétanque, tennis, fishing, evening musical performances, cooking classes.

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Welcome to a place where dreams come true, enchanted forests exist, and fairytales are a part of everyday life. Welcome to the Tiara Château Hotel Mont Royal Chantilly.Surrounded by the enchanting Chantilly Forest, the Tiara Château Hotel Mont Royal Chantilly will sweep you into a fantasy land. This is the kind of place that arouses awe and wonder, where every exquisite detail has been thought of, planned, and perfectly executed, and where you half-expect to see knights galloping in the distance, making haste in their quest to save maidens and slay dragons.

Every inch of the property is steeped in history, its walls practically bursting with secrets stored throughout centuries. Relax in the Château’s original smokehouse-turned bar, the Le Stradivarius, with its collection of old books, a huge fireplace, and lavish furnishings. Or dine as royalty once did at the L´Opéra restaurant, located in an ancient ballroom devoted to music and theater.

For such a historic place, there are surprisingly modern activities available: a swim in the indoor pool, a workout at the fitness center, tennis and squash games, and rounds of golf.

Weekend at Château de Montreuil in Le Touquet. Lindsay and Christian German, the owners of this manor house just a stone’s throw from Le Touquet and the Channel tunnel, have combined the best of both worlds to make a visit to this property an absolute must. When English charm meets French fine dining, you are obviously in for a seriously enjoyable stay. A stroll along the ramparts of the town and some of the finest beaches on this Opal Coast await you. The hotel has 16 rooms and suites and is both intimate and luxurious. It is affiliated with Relais & Chateaux.  The other treat of the place is the restaurant, offering fresh and organic food. Seafood is particularly good.

Activities: Golf, mountain biking, hiking, horseback riding, hunting, fishing, sailing, canoeing, polo, delightful garden

Want to know more: http://www.chateaudemontreuil.com

Enjoy a relaxing and gastronomic week-end at the heart of the Abbaye de la Celle, near Toulon. In the middle of the Coteaux Varois’ vineyards, treat yourself with a charming and gastronomic week-end in the 4* hotel belonging to the decorated chef Alain Ducasse, with a provençal design of the 18th century.

The awarded chef Benoît Witz will welcome you in his kitchen for a gastronomic cooking class, in his 1* restaurant by the Michelin review guide. The cooking class is private and will take place on the morning of the second day for 3 hours. The menu is elaborated on the very day of the course, unless you desire to prepare a specific recipe. You will use fresh and seasonal products. The class is followed by a lunch in the restaurant, drinks included. This week-end is the ideal week-end for gourmets, and a recipe book from Alain Ducasse will be given as a gift.

The week-end includes for two:
- 1 night in a double room
- 1 breakfast for two
- 1 gastronomic 5 courses dinner at the restaurant of the Hostellerie de l’Abbaye de la Celle, drinks not included
- 1 cooking class for two followed by the lunch you have just prepared, drinks included.
- 1 recipes’ book from Alain Ducasse offered

The hotel:
This 18th century hotel is located on the site of a Royal Benedictine Abbey. Its 10 rooms were named after personalities that made an impression on the hotel’s history. The rooms open onto the park, the market place or the Coteaux Varois’ vineyards.

The restaurant:
The restaurant is under the direction of the chef Benoît Witz. You will be served a food mixing both tradition and imagination, using products from the local market and the vegetable garden. The restaurant is a 1* restaurant by the Michelin review guide. From the awarded chef and Alain Ducasse, the dishes are created between tradition and innovation, with a provençal inspiration.

The room:
You will stay in a double room, with a large closet and a provençal design of the 18th century.

Leisure on site:
- Outdoor swimming-pool
- 2, 5 hectares park
- Shaded terrace
- free visit of the Hostellerie’s Garden
- free visit of the “Salle Capitulaire”
- free visit of the Clos du Conservatoire
- visit of the Abbaye Royale de la Celle (at a charge)

Things to do in the area:
- wine tasting in the closest vineyards
- Golf courses close-by

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Lava from volcanoes sculpted the magnificent landscapes of the Midi de l’Auvergne, creating a fabulous setting for this fairytale hotel. The heart of this Auvergne lodge, consisting of a dozen restored cottages, is the little 12th century château which sits above the village perched on a basalt spur, between two rivers. Once you cross the threshold of the austere walls, the dreamlike ambience created in each cottage beckons you to a wonderland: La Grange and its canopy made from birch trunks, straight out of an imaginary forest, or La Cabane with its bathroom hewn from lava. This place evokes a child-like wonder where emotion reigns supreme.

The entire hotel is actually a small village and creates a unique concept combining total independence of service with the warmth and personality of a friendly home.

Activities:
Golf, Outdoor pool, mountain biking, hiking, horseback riding, hunting, fishing, canoeing, rafting, hot-air ballooning, helicopter, quad bikes, 4×4, scooter, canyoning, shooting, archery, nature hiking and guided medieval history tours, mycological excursions, reflexology, relaxing massage

This is a fantastic hotel to discover, in a stunning environment. To discover more: http://www.lesdeuxabbesses.com

The grounds exude tranquility and are surrounded by a lake and a botanical garden. Here you will find this ancient Cistercian abbey dating back to the 12th century that welcomes its guests in style. Magnificently restored by the Cummings family, it stands out with its subtle external architecture and spectacular interior design (have you ever dined in a cathedral-like setting?). Antique furniture and silken fabrics create an ambiance of subtle sophistication and pure elegance. And the wine list offers the very best of Burgundy.

Set in 15 acres of beautiful parkland, the old buildings have been transformed into a luxurious country house hotel where you can relax and enjoy the unique, refreshing atmosphere of this ancient place. The monks have long gone but Abbaye de la Bussière still retains an air of tranquility, hard to find in the modern world.

The Abbey offers an individual and unique experience, not only historically with the buildings but professionally with the staff, cuisine and amenities.  It is the very epitome of the values of the 5Cs philosophy of Relais & Châteaux: Courtesy, Charm, Character, Calm and Cuisine.

Following the successful entry into the Relais & Châteaux association and achieving a Michelin star in 2007, they began 2008 with the prestigious award of Andrew Harper ‘Hideaway of the Year 2008’.

In June 2009, they finished the renovations of the Orangerie to create a superb facility for seminars and private functions. 2010 got off to a good start when they learned that the Abbey, with the head chef Emmanuel Hébrard, retained its Michelin star.

Activities:
Golf, mountain biking, hiking, horseback riding, hunting, fishing, sailing, water-skiing, canoeing

To know more: http://www.abbaye-dela-bussiere.com

In the North of France, between Lille and Calais, there is a marvellous place to discover. “La Chartreuse du Val Saint-Esprit”, a treasure marked by history, receives with elegance and refinement all the lovers of the world. This luxury 4* hotel, invites you to enjoy a romantic and prestigious weekend.

During this romantic and luxury weekend, you will be in a 4* hotel : La Chartreuse du Val Saint-Esprit. You will be greeted with two glasses of champagne at the gastronomic restaurant, Le Robert II, before enjoying a delicious dinner of refined French dishes. Then, spend a night in a romantic luxury double room. In the morning, enjoy a relaxing and sweet moment with a delicious breakfast.

Your hotel :
 
At just 45mn from Calais or Lille, the Chartreuse is a magnificent XIV Century 4* hotel with three different restaurants. The Chartreuse du Val Saint Esprit is a heaven of peace and a succulent gastronomic halt in the heart of Artois Country. The 53 luxury rooms will charm you with the quality of their equipment and with their character. This luxury hotel is an ideal place to relax and an ideal starting point to visit the area.
 
Leisure on site : 6ha park,  tennis court, fitness centre.
 
Your room :
 
You will spend a night in a luxury double room. Each room is spacious with en suite bathroom and decorated with taste and sophistication. All rooms have their own individual decor with their antique and stylish furniture. All have satellite TV, some with flat screens, mini-bar, telephone, internet access and air conditioning.
 
Things to do and see in the area :
 
The City of Arras and its Flemish architecture
The beautiful church of Notre Dame de Lorette which was a key artillery target during WWII by the Germans and the Allies
the beaches and cliffs of the Northern coast
The fish market of Etaples.

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Located in the heart of a cliff overlooking the Loire, a unique site in the world (even recognised by UNESCO), this hotel is unlike any other: the Hautes Roches manor is the fi rst luxury cave hotel where guests will enjoy spending some moments in silence and allowing the old stones to do the talking. The south-facing rooms, some carved into the rock, are all elegantly decorated with stylish fabrics to create harmony with the setting. The Brittany-inspired cuisine is both classical and creative and perfectly marries the fresh daily sea produce with local products. Each season reveals unknown sides to this treasure on the Loire.

Children welcome
Special children menu
Activities: Golf, Outdoor pool, mountain biking, hiking, horseback riding, hunting, fishing, water-skiing, canoeing, rafting, Flying club

Fly the L39 Albatros fighter jet in Bordeaux, south west France. This truly amazing experience will get you in the skin of a fighter pilot! A never achieved young boy dream for some, or for those simply looking for thrills and adrenaline, this fighter jet experience is for you. After getting suited up in your G suit, following the technical and security briefing, get in the military jet plane for a 30mn or 60mn jet ride over the beautiful landscape of south west France. This fighter jet will get you up to 6Gs, if you can handle it.

What happens on the day? You are first greeted by the pilots, French airforce officers who will first give you a technical and security briefing. Then you are suited up and you get in the plane. The fighter pilots will brief you on the instruments and radio communications. Then it’s off to lunch! Apparently it is better to have something in the stomach to sustain G Force and the adrenaline. In the afternoon, you will fly. The flight plan depends on weather conditions but usually takes you over the famous Dune of Pyla, the Arcachon Basin and the vineyards of St Emilion.

The fighter jet flight: after take-off, your pilot will check how you feel before starting doing evolutions such as loops, barrels, inverted flying and other funny things. The most important is they will fly according to your G tolerance so that this fighter jet experience is enjoyable. There can be restrictions to flying fighter jets, especially heart and neurological problems. Check with your GP or the fighter pilots before going or booking. You can find additional information on flying the L39 Albatros in France with the pilots themselves who have set up a website. You can also check the fighter jet specialist if you would like to fly other fighter jets in France and in the world.

Pamper yourself during this relaxing weekend in Chamonix. In the middle of the mountains, in front of the sumptuous Mont-Blanc, breathe and escape yourself! At Le Morgane hotel, the meeting with nature will be total. You will find perfect balance between style swinging between modernism and mountain authenticity, between sport and wellbeing in a place where everything was thought to respect the environment…Finish your day tasting a gastronomic dinner at “Le Bistro”, starred Michelin guide restaurant…
 
The weekend includes for 2 people :
1 night in a double room.
Breakfast.
1 Gastronomic dinner per person in the starred Michelin restaurant “Le Bistrot” (starter, plate, desert, excluding beverages).
Access to spa.
 
Hotel in Chamonix:
 
Ideally located in the heart of Chamonix and at the foot step of the Aiguille du midi cable car, Le Morgane combines the elegance of a 4* hotel with the relaxed, sporting mood of Chamonix, offering a breathtaking view of the surrounding mythical peaks. The spirit is contemporary and authentic, creating natural inorganic mineral surroundings. Indeed, Le Morgane hotel is the first mountain hotel strongly supporting and built with sustainable development and environment care optics. You will be happy to taste French gastronomy in the starred Michelin guide restaurant “Le Bistrot”.
 
Your room in Le Morgane hotel:
 
Le Morgane hotel boasts 56 rooms and suites with balcony and terrace. You will sleep in a double bed room with private toilets, bathroom and balcony. The sober and contemporary decoration has been thought with ecotourism optic, using natural and authentic materials. All rooms have free wifi access.
 
Leisure on site:
 
Spa: heated swimming pool, sauna, hammam.
Body treatments and massages.
Bar with view on the Mont Blanc mountain.
1 star Michelin Restaurant “Le Bistrot”.
 
Dates
 
Le Morgane Hotel is available all year round.
 
Location :
 
Chamonix, Haute-Savoie, Rhône-Alpes, France.
 
Price : about 286 Euros

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