Relais & Châteaux application for the iPhone makes dreams increasingly accessible

A direct connection to the most beautiful places on the planet

Available as a free-of-charge download on www.relaischateaux.com/appstore, the Relais & Châteaux app boasts multiple services including the geolocation of member properties, display of availabilities, proposed itineraries with Google Maps and a telephone tab to contact a Relais & Châteaux property directly.

A simple, playful technology

Anyone wishing to plan their next charming break can search by destination. With just a few clicks guests can access the Relais & Châteaux properties in each region in the world (France, Europe, Middle East, USA, Africa...). To find the name of a property, the user simply enters the first three letters and assisted text entry then updates the list of corresponding properties.

480 properties with panoramic photos on a touchscreen Browsing through the Relais & Châteaux Guide has its own pleasure but on-the-go travelers can now also access the personalised pages and photos of each establishment on their iPhones. Finally, an email tab can be used to forward the property details to suggest the ultimate get-away.

“Relais & Châteaux constantly adapts to the needs of its guests by offering both innovative and efficient interactive services and information. Following on from the upgrading of our central reservations and our website, the development of applications for mobile phones is the next logical step in modern communications in tune with guest expectations”, says Jaume Tàpies, the International President of Relais & Châteaux.

About Relais & Châteaux:

Relais & Châteaux is an exclusive collection of 480 of the finest charming hotels and gourmet restaurants in 58 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”.