The Journal
Our Journal is our digital magazine featuring places, hotels, restaurants, and more. Curated by our travel experts.
Art of Living: The Most Beautiful Suites with Private Pools on the French Riviera
The French Riviera is a timeless myth. From the red rocks of the Esterel to the elegant facades of the Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat peninsula, the Côte d'Azur embodies the very essence of Mediterranean living. Yet in the heart of summer, when the world converges on these golden shores, the magic can fade under the weight of excitement. For the discerning traveler, true contemporary luxury is no longer simply staying on the French Riviera, but having the privilege of finding solitude there. This is where hotel excellence reaches its pinnacle: the suite with private pool. Offering yourself your own stretch of water facing the sea means abolishing constraints, escaping crowded beaches and setting your own pace. From modernist architecture to bohemian hideaways in the hinterland, we have selected four absolute sanctuaries for you. Here is our guide to experiencing the Riviera at the height of its exclusivity.
BY Jules Peulet
The Ultimate Guide to Hotel Suites in Marrakech: Between Luxury Riads and Palaces
Marrakech is a city of striking contrasts, a destination where sensory hyperstimulation meets the absolute silence of private sanctuaries. Behind the ochre and anonymous walls of the Medina lie masterpieces of Hispano-Moorish architecture, while the Palmeraie unfolds its contemporary palaces facing the snow-capped Atlas peaks. For the discerning traveler, the Red City cannot be tamed in a standard hotel. It is experienced through an exceptional suite, a privatized riad, or a pavilion hidden within lush gardens. We have set aside stereotypical addresses to reveal the most exclusive spaces in the city. Whether you seek the vibrant authenticity of the historic center or the serenity of wide-open spaces, here is our definitive selection.
To deepen your exploration of Moroccan hospitality and discover the philosophy behind our curation, we invite you to read the complete guide to the most beautiful luxury suites in Marrakech on our media, or to browse directly all our suites in Marrakech to book your next sanctuary.
BY Jules Peulet
Where to Travel in October 2026: The Art of Off-Season Travel and the Finest Shoulder Seasons
When summer crowds disperse and August's frantic pace fades away, an enchanted respite opens for discerning travelers. October is, without question, the best-kept secret of luxury hospitality. It's the time when Mediterranean light turns golden, when the sea retains the warmth accumulated all summer long, and when service in exceptional establishments returns to its most attentive fluidity. Traveling in the shoulder season is no compromise, but rather a quest for elegance, space, and intimacy. From Andalusia to the foothills of the Atlas, through the wild coasts of the Algarve, we have selected five sumptuous retreats to celebrate the return of tranquility. Here is our guide to extending summer with mastery.
BY Jules Peulet
The Ultimate Guide: The Most Beautiful Penthouses with Panoramic Views in New York
New York is the city of verticality par excellence. Here, true luxury is measured not only in square meters, but in altitude. Rising above the hustle and bustle of legendary avenues to find silence, light, and an infinite view of the skyline is the ultimate dream of any discerning traveler. Owning a penthouse in Manhattan means claiming a piece of American sky. Forget the chaos of Times Square or the traffic of Fifth Avenue: from your private terrace, the city that never sleeps becomes a silent work of art unfolding at your feet. From the classical elegance of the Upper East Side to the creative energy of Tribeca, we have selected five exceptional refuges suspended in the clouds. Here is our curation of New York penthouses offering the most magnificent panoramas.
To broaden your American horizons, feel free to explore all our suites in the USA as well as our complete catalog featuring all our suites in New York.
BY Jules Peulet
What is a Signature Suite? Decoding the Ultimate Hotel Experience
In the highly codified world of luxury hospitality, there comes a moment when standardization, even when it reaches heights of perfection, gives way to a unique work of art. Today's traveler, often an aesthete and seasoned visitor to international palaces, no longer seeks merely a defined number of square meters or impeccable equipment standards. They are in search of a soul, a narrative, and a strong identity.
This is where the "Signature Suite" takes center stage. As we explored in our investigation of the Junior Suite and Classic Suite, an introduction to residential art de vivre, the transition to suite category marks a spatial break. But the Signature Suite marks an emotional and artistic rupture. It signals the end of anonymous room numbers, replaced by a proper name. It embodies the very essence of the establishment that houses it.
BY Jules Peulet
The Ultimate Guide to Hotel Suites in Milan: Italian Elegance
Milan is more than just a city, it's a true statement of style. An undisputed capital of design, fashion and Italian avant-garde, it offers an aesthetic unlike any other. Here, the grandeur of historic palazzos of yesteryear marries perfectly with the minimalism of great contemporary designers. For the discerning traveler, choosing where to stay in Milan is a crucial step. It's not simply about finding a beautiful room, but selecting a genuine living space that reflects the soul of the city. We've set aside conventional addresses to create this ultimate guide to hotel suites in Milan. From fifteenth-century frescoes to balconies overlooking the majestic Duomo, here's our refined selection for experiencing true Italian elegance.
To learn more and gain a comprehensive view of our expertise on this destination, we invite you to consult the ultimate guide to the most beautiful luxury hotel suites in Milan on our platform. You can also explore directly all our suites in Milan, or broaden your horizons by discovering all our suites in Italy.
BY Jules Peulet