Paris

Best City Secret

The Baccarat Museum

Housed in a mansion on Place des États-Unis, this museum has an incredible décor: there's a crystal chandelier sunk in an aquarium of water, “talking” Baccarat vases using holographs and a candelabra originally owned by Tsar Nicholas II. 11 Place des États-Unis; (33-1) 40-22-11-00.

Three Top Sights
Eiffel Tower, Notre Dame & the Louvre Museum
No trip to Paris is complete without visiting these iconic sites—even if you’ve been here a dozen times before.
Best Cultural Secret
The Seine
Traveling Paris’s famed waterway by private boat and viewing the city’s monuments along the way is a must for couples looking for a romantic evening when the French capital lives up to its moniker, City of Light.
Best Family Activity
Jardin d'Acclimation
The 49-acre (20 hectare) park is the perfect place to spend a nice family afternoon, thanks to its pony rides, puppet theater, miniature golf course, science museum and children’s art museum. (33-1) 40-67-90-85; www.jardindacclimatation.fr
Best One-Stop Shop
Colette
The original curated boutique, Colette sells everything from art and apparel to one-of-a-kind objets. DJs are often spinning during the day. 213 Rue Saint-Honoré; www.colette.fr.
What to Buy
Macarons from Ladurée
For the best macarons in town, head to the Rue Royal location of this iconic patisserie, where an astonishing array of flavors is on offer; chocolate is an all-time favorite. 16 Rue Royale; (33-1) 42-60-21-79; www.laduree.fr.
Museum Must-See
Musée d'Orsay
The recently renovated museum is best known for its collection of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist masterpieces from such artists as Monet, Manet, Degas, Renoir, Cézanne, Seurat, Sisley, Gauguin and Van Gogh. www.musee-orsay.fr.
Best Activity/Excursion
École Lenôtre
Learn the art of pastry-making from the masters during non-professional cooking workshops run by the famed patisserie and fine foods shop; several are occasionally offered in English. www.lenotre.com

Hotels

Leading Spa Hotel Le Bristol

Paris, France

In a massive overhaul, the venerable hotel acquired an adjacent building, which increased its size by twentysix guest rooms, and renovated 36 guest rooms and suites overlooking the French garden, the city’s largest hotel garden. Harmony, well-being, elegance and luminosity were among the key words borne in mind in order to offer guests of Hôtel Le Bristol timeless luxury à la française that reflects the hotel’s art de vivre. Le Bristol‘s rooftop swimming pool, with its breathtaking views over Paris, the Anne Semonin Spa and the fitness center are especially dedicated to guest’s well-being. Three-starred Michelin restaurant, headed by chef Eric Frechon, is a top address in the city’s culinary sphere; newcomer 114 Faubourg, meanwhile, is also a hot spot thanks to hip interiors and beautifully prepared French cuisine.

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Leading Green Hotel Lancaster

Paris, France

Hotel Lancaster has housed many a grande dame over the years. In the 1930s, Marlene Dietrich lived in one of the apartments for three years, and today the suite named after her has a grand piano in the living room. Built as a private residence in 1889, the hotel still exudes the personal ambience of a stylish home. Legendary hotelier Emile Wolf hunted for antiques across Paris’ best auction houses, and the impressive collection creates a ravishing backdrop to this day. Further enhancing the home-away-from-home vibe is the interior garden whose lush plants come from five different continents. Given the serene setting in the heart of Paris, no wonder that such presentday grandes dames and gentlemen, like Jane Fonda, Emma Thompson and Pedro Almodóvar, have all stayed here.

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Leading Green Hotel Raphael

Paris, France

Paris is full of hidden corners that offer calm oases, and one of the prettiest is found at Hotel Raphael. Les Jardins Plein Ciel, the hotel's rooftop restaurant, is beautifully planted and overlooks the Arc de Triomphe and Eiffel Tower. Classic Paris is also present in the old-world interiors, which feature rich silks, tasteful antiques and damask wallpaper. Housed in a seven-story palace that was built in 1925, the hotel preserved such original details as six-foot-tall windows and large armoires (even if guests are no longer bringing along ball gowns). In walking distance to the Champs Elysées but feeling worlds away, the hotel fosters a serene, home-like vibe, thanks to its intimate size and discreet service.

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Leading Spa Leading Green Hotel Fouquet's Barriere

Paris, France

The massive transformation and expansion of Paris’ legendary Fouquet’s brasserie into a luxury hotel was overseen by architect Edouard François and interior designer Jacques Garcia. François merged seven classic Haussmann-style buildings and Garcia’s vivid style is seen in such details as oversized golden fauteuils in the lobby and walls covered in embroidered leather. Hotel Fouquets-Barrière is among the first luxury hotels to have obtained the prestigious Leading Green Certification and is committed to Dignified Luxury©, which emphasizes that the environment need not be abandoned in the quest for luxury. The hotel’s lavish design, exquisite cuisine and hip location where the Champs-Élysées meets the Avenue George V, underscores its appeal to a fashionable and discerning clientele.

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Le Royal Monceau – Raffles Paris

Paris, France

Just steps from the Champs Elysees, Le Royal Monceau - Raffles Paris has been transformed into a modern Palace infused with the French spirit. The exquisite rooms and suites are spacious sanctuaries of modern comfort. Throughout the hotel, the ambiance is enlivened by art and culture with a private Art Gallery, an art bookstore and an exclusive service of an Art Concierge. A state of the art screening room and an astonishing photography collection complete the show-stopping, dynamic feel. From the contemporary authenticity of French dishes to the celebration of Italian regional food, dining at Le Royal Monceau - Raffles Paris is truly memorable. Beating heart of the hotel, there is a colorful, chic and truly Parisian bar where one can enjoy great classics of luxury.

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Leading Green Hôtel de Crillon

Paris, France

Consider the marble, the mouldings and the crystal chandeliers, combined with the comforts of modern technology, Hôtel de Crillon’s appeal owes much to its refinement and exceptional location. This luxury hotel is one of the grande dames of the Paris hotel scene, and many consider its historical significance unmatched by any other in the city. The French-American Treaty of Independence was signed in the original building in 1778, and as guests walk through the gilded hallways and lavishly adorned public salons, they undoubtedly feel part of its past. Just steps from the Louvre and the fashionable rue du Faubourg Saint Honoré, the Crillon sits at the crossroads of Parisian culture, art and fashion. The hotel is a must-stay for travellers who want to experience all that the city has to offer just outside their door.

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Ritz Paris

Paris, France

It's impossible not to feel enveloped in history when entering the Ritz Paris. The iconic property on Place Vendôme was established by legendary Swiss hotelier César Ritz in 1898. This is where Auguste Escoffier innovated fine dining, Ernest Hemingway mused about expat life and fashion designer Coco Chanel chose to stay for thirty years. It's every bit as grand as its name implies (designer Charles Méwès was inspired by the lavish interiors of Versailles and Fontainebleau), with antique-laden salons and rooms. The two-Michelin-starred L'Espadon may have updated the calorie-rich cuisine of Escoffier's days and rooms may now have flat-screen televisions and Wi-Fi, but at its heart, it remains the same property that Fred Astaire celebrated in his song "Putting on the Ritz."

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