Closer and closer to its New York customers, Relais & Châteaux officially opens its “Maison” in Manhattan
In the very heart of New York, between Madison and 5th Avenue, Relais & Châteaux a officially opens its 3rd “Maison des Relais & Châteaux”
After the opening of its “Maison” in Paris in 2002 and the recent opening of its “Maison” in London last December, the New York “Maison” invites its customers to discover the Relais & Châteaux properties and range of products (Gift Certificates, Lys offers, à la carte itineraries, cooking classes with a Grand Chef, spa, fine dining and golf deals...). Equipped with a professional demonstration kitchen especially designed by Molteni, the Grands Chefs Relais & Châteaux will also stage cooking classes and tasting sessions.
For Jaume Tàpies, International President of Relais & Châteaux, “The New York ‘Maison’ will cater for an American target group with an increasingly keen interest in art de vivre and fine dining. The opening of this ‘Maison” in the United States by Relais & Châteaux testifies to its recognition of the major importance of the North American market for our brand and the confidence we place in it”.
This inauguration is part of an unprecedented, dynamic sales campaign on the 10 main markets of Relais & Châteaux. Besides opening a “Maison” in London and New York, Relais & Châteaux officially opened its Swiss office in January and is set to open offices in Brussels and Singapore.
In Paris, the “Maison des Relais & Châteaux” celebrates its fifth anniversary and 60,000th customer. Every year it welcomes more than 10,000 visitors. Its sale of Gift Certificates and offers generates € 4 million.
“Maison des Relais & Châteaux” in New York:
10 East 53rd Street
Open from Monday to Friday from 9 am to 7 pm (from 9 am to 5 pm on Saturday)
To contact the Maison des Relais & Châteaux, +1 212-319-4880
Photos available on request
About Relais & Châteaux:
Relais & Châteaux is an exclusive collection of 475 of the finest charming hotels and gourmet restaurants in 55 countries.
Established in France in 1954, the Association’s mission is to spread its unique art de vivre across the globe by selecting outstanding properties with a truly unique character.
Furthermore, Relais & Châteaux is also a family of hoteliers and Grands Chefs from all over the world who share a passion for and a personal commitment to ensuring their guests are privy to moments of exceptional harmony, an unforgettable celebration of the senses.
From the vineyards in Napa valley to the beaches in Bali, from the olive trees in Provence to the lodges in South Africa, Relais & Châteaux offers all the stops on the finest route for discovering each special place and country.
The Relais & Châteaux signature reflects this ambition:
“ALL AROUND THE WORLD, UNIQUE IN THE WORLD“.
Press contacts for UK & Ireland:
Nicola Liddiard - Director UK & Ireland - Relais & Châteaux
0207 808 8760 - www.relaischateaux.com
BGB Communications:
Lalla Dutt
Mathura Premaruban
0207 902 2890/0207 902 2990
Press Contact for North America:
Brenda Homick - Director Relais & Châteaux North America
T: (212) 319-4880 x 205
b.homick@relaischateaux.com

- Closer and closer to its New York customers, Relais & Châteaux officially opens its “Maison” in Manhattan