icon-Ticon-beneficiaryicon-cicon-coicon-oiconActivityiconAdresseiconAlimentationiconArrowBackiconArrowBottomiconArrowBottomBlack iconArrowBottomWhite iconArrowLeftBlack iconArrowLeftWhite iconArrowRightBlack iconArrowRightWhite iconArrowTopBlack iconArrowTopWhite iconAutreiconBaignoireiconBasketiconBasket2iconBasket3iconBasketGastroPlan de travail 1iconBeneficiaryiconBikeiconBookiconBookingsiconBubbleSingleiconBubbleSpeechIcon/eventscalendar iconCalendarCheckiconCalendarLightIcon/eventsiconCalendarOldiconChambreiconChampagneiconCheckOfficonCheckOniconCheckmarkiconCheficonChevronLefticonChevronRighticonClose iconCocktailPlan de travail 1iconCompteiconConciergeiconCrayon Created by potrace 1.16, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2019 iconDelete iconDestinationiconDigitalpassporticonEnfantsiconEventsexpandiconFacebookiconFavoritesiconFlecheiconFlowersiconGifticonHelp iconHistoryiconHomeiconHoteliconHouseRCiconHouseRC2iconInfosiconInstagramiconInvitationiconJaugeiconLabeliconLinkediniconListiconLiticonLiterieiconLockiconLogouticonLysRCiconLysRCLefticonLysRCRighticonMailiconMedalPlusiconMembersiconMobileiconMoodboardiconMovieiconMusiciconNewsletter iconNotesiconOffersiconPartenaireiconPatrimoineiconPhoneiconPieiconPinteresticonPlayerDeezericonPlayerSpotifyiconPlayerYoutubeiconPresentationiconPressReleaseiconPrinticonQuotesiconRefreshiconResaiconRestaurantarrow-right2 iconRightArrow2iconRoute1234iconScreeniconSearchiconServiceiconSettingiconSettingsInstagramiconSettingsLinkediniconShareiconSporticonSurfaceiconTagiconToqueiconToqueDrawingiconTrashCaniconTravelbookiconTwittericonUsericonViewListiconViewMapiconVillaiconViniconVoyageiconVoyageursiconWaiterDrawingiconWineDrawingiconXperienceIcone-veloCreated with Sketch. Icone-bateauCreated with Sketch. Icone-voitureCreated with Sketch. Icone-informationCreated with Sketch. Icone-avionCreated with Sketch. Icone-bonhommeCreated with Sketch. icon-flag_ch icon-flag_fr icon-flag_it gift icon-gift_calendar checkmark equalizer2 Plan de travail 2icon-gift_ecrinicon-gift_enveloppeback-in-timeyjhjghicon-gift_help credit-card icon-gift_phone icon-gift_shop icon-gift_sphere truck user icon-gift_zoom
About Relais & Châteaux
Discover gourmet restaurants and luxury hotels all around the world.
Le magazine de Relais & Châteaux
  • Homepage
  • Destinations
    • Africa & Indian Ocean
    • Asia
    • Caribbean
    • Central & South America
    • Europe
    • North America
    • Oceania
  • Itineraries
  • Villas
  • Experiences
    • City breaks
    • Cooking Courses
    • Family
    • Golf
    • Heavenly destinations
    • Honeymoon
    • Into the wild
    • Œnology
    • On the slopes
    • Restaurants
    • Romantic breaks
    • Safaris and Wildlife
    • Spa & Beauty Hotels
    Inspire Me
    Moodboard
  • Special offers
    • All promotional Offers
    • All thematic Packages
      • Gourmet Experience
      • Gourmet Experience (inactive)
      • Spa and Relaxation
      • Spa and Relaxation
      • Golf and Gastronomy
      • Golf and Gastronomy
  • News
  • Magazine
  • Gifts
    • Gift boxes
      • Fine-dining
      • Stay
      • Well-being
    • Gift certificates
    • Shared gift
    • Wedding list
    • Companies
      • Our offering
      • Our solutions
      • Contact us
    • I HAVE A GIFT BOX
    • FAQ
    • I HAVE A GIFT BOX
    • FAQ
    • Companies
      • Our solutions
      • Contact us
    • Offrir l'exceptionnel à plusieurs
      • Shared gift
      • Wedding list
    • Gift boxes
      • Fine-dining
      • Well-being
      • Stay
      • Gift certificates
    • I HAVE A GIFT BOX
    • FAQ
    • I HAVE A GIFT BOX
    • FAQ
  • Inspire me
  • Language: U.S. English
    • Currency: USD
      Log in
      Subscribe
      menu
      • Travel
      • Cuisine
      • Commitments
      • Concierge
      All articles by Joann Pai
      Green Approach | in the Wilderness
      Travel Joann Pai Bianca Bujan Publié le 26/04/2022

      Green Approach
      in the Wilderness

      Canada’s west coast lures nature lovers with diverse wildlife and cultural immersion. To showcase British Columbia’s best assets, Sonora Resort takes a green approach to everything they do, working to preserve the natural surroundings while providing unparalleled experiences for guests.

      Coutanceau, the seaside spirit
      Cuisine Be my guest Joann Pai Publié le 18/01/2021

      Coutanceau,
      the seaside spirit

      In the coastal city of La Rochelle, located in the Southwest of France, Coutanceau is a household name. This chef, born and raised in this beautiful city, has regarded the seaside as a playground since childhood. He recently opened an 11-room hotel, La Villa Grand Voile.

      In Essaouira, the Heure Bleue Palais| brings back bohemian chic
      Travel Staycation Joann Pai Publié le 13/01/2021

      In Essaouira, the Heure Bleue Palais
      brings back bohemian chic

      Essaouira, a seaside resort popular with Jimi Hendrix, Bob Marley and Cat Stevens in the Sixties, unblushingly revives its boho-chic past at the Heure Bleue Palais. Experience eclectic hippie elegance at this luxury hotel in the medina.

      Gôra Kadan: |Eternal Japan
      Travel Joann Pai Publié le 24/02/2020

      Gôra Kadan:
      Eternal Japan

      Just a short ride away from the hustle and bustle of Tokyo, Hakone is a popular destination to recharge and completely immerse oneself in the surrounding nature. I booked a trip to Gôra Kadan, known for its hot springs (onsen) and gorgeous views of Mount Fuji, for a weekend escape.

      An Oasis in the Thar Desert
      Travel Joann Pai Publié le 16/01/2020

      An Oasis in the
      Thar Desert

      To reach the last destination of our trip through beautiful Rajasthan, India, we headed south of Jodhpur, into the Thar Desert. Rising like a mirage in the sand, we arrived at Mihir Garh, the Fort of the Sun.

      Le Jules Verne: |Tour de Force
      Cuisine Be my guest Stéphane Méjanès Joann Pai Publié le 16/12/2019

      Le Jules Verne:
      Tour de Force

      Le Jules Verne, the Eiffel Tower’s gourmet restaurant 410 feet above the sea, reopened on July 20, 2019, after the operational concession changed hands. Frédéric Anton takes over from Alain Ducasse, coming in with mighty ambitions, but without haste.

      Chantilly: A Princely Hideaway | just outside Paris
      Travel Travel journal Joann Pai Lindsey Tramuta Publié le 31/10/2019

      Chantilly: A Princely Hideaway
      just outside Paris

      Just 25 minutes by train from Paris, the Domaine de Chantilly and L’Auberge du Jeu de Paume provide a delicious and historic cultural experience just a stone’s throw from the French capital.

      The dazzling colors of Jaipur
      Travel Joann Pai Publié le 05/06/2019

      The dazzling colors of Jaipur

      Sometimes you just have to be honest with yourself: You deserve the best. The Rajmahal Palace, drenched in rich, flamboyant colors and patterns and boasting monumental architecture and a supremely attentive staff, offers a maharajah’s life every moment you are within its walls.

      The majesty of Rajasthan
      Travel Joann Pai Publié le 09/04/2019

      The majesty of Rajasthan

      Joann Pai leads us to discover the riches of India. Its first stopover is the Sujan Sher Bagh, nestled in the heart of the Ranthambhore Nature Reserve in Rajasthan. It is the ideal place to meet tigers and experience the luxury camping of the 1920s.

      What if we taste |Annecy lake’s flavors?
      Cuisine Be my guest Joann Pai Publié le 22/01/2019

      What if we taste
      Annecy lake’s flavors?

      On top of a hill overlooking the beautiful Lake Annecy lies Clos des Sens, a charming property run by the Petit family. Their newly rewarded 3 Michelin-stars restaurant attracts not only locals but also visitors around the world.

      Precious Lalique crystal
      Travel L'art du voyage Joann Pai Publié le 20/12/2018

      Precious Lalique crystal

      Wingen-sur-Moder is a small town in France’s Vosges department, but it is also one of the crystal capitals of the world. For it is home to the glassworks, museum, and hotel-restaurant of the Lalique family, now celebrating 130 years of savoir-faire and creative excellence as French master glassmaker

      The pinnacle of beauty | in the Rockies
      Travel Joann Pai Publié le 10/12/2018

      The pinnacle of beauty
      in the Rockies

      After the short flight from Vancouver to Calgary, our travelling photographer Joann Pai and her friend Tina hit the road to Banff National Park and the Post Hotel managed by the Schwartz family in Lake Louise. She tells us all about her stay at the heart of pristine beauty in Western Canada.

      The picturesque charm | of Italian autumn| at Palazzo Seneca
      Cuisine Be my guest Joann Pai Publié le 13/10/2018

      The picturesque charm
      of Italian autumn
      at Palazzo Seneca

      "If you love black truffles, prosciutto, and wine as much as I do, then Norcia is the place for you. I arrived in a chilly evening, and was immediately welcomed by the smell of firewood. It felt as if I was going to spend an evening at a friend's home. Well, a friend with a 16th century palace."

      Peaceful idleness | in the English countryside
      Travel Joann Pai Lindsey Tramuta Publié le 20/09/2018

      Peaceful idleness
      in the English countryside

      Intense winds shook the maple tree mere feet from the dock of the tarn and buffeted the side of Gilpin Lake House during my escape from Paris. No matter what, I was prepared to make thorough use of the getaway and reveled in the property’s perfect conditions for peaceful idleness.

      Summer postcard |by Joann Pai
      Concierge Postcard Joann Pai Publié le 08/08/2018

      Summer postcard
      by Joann Pai

      Dine with Jean-Georges Klein|at Villa René Lalique
      Cuisine Be my guest Joann Pai Publié le 16/05/2018

      Dine with Jean-Georges Klein
      at Villa René Lalique

      Less than an hour outside of Strasbourg in the town of Wingen-sur-Moder, the original home of legendary glass designer René Lalique was transformed into a 5 star hotel and restaurant in 2015.

      Exquisite cuisine into the woods
      Cuisine Be my guest Joann Pai Publié le 04/04/2018

      Exquisite cuisine into the woods

      Nested inside a national park that borders Belgium and the Netherlands, this newly designed heavenly spa resort houses a 2 Michelin star restaurant, where I had one of the best meals of my life.

      Terra, the magic place
      Cuisine Be my guest Joann Pai Publié le 28/02/2018

      Terra, the magic place

      Soon after receiving their second Michelin star in 2017, Gisela and Heinrich decided to rechristen the family hotel as "Terra - The Magic Place". I visited them to experience the magic. It's an enchantment that directly reflects its innate character: organic, cosmopolitan and creative.

      Reenergize in Japanese mountains
      Travel Travel journal Joann Pai Publié le 09/10/2017

      Reenergize in Japanese mountains

      Nishimuraya Honkan is a haven of peace, 150 km from Osaka. Guests come here to enjoy the benefits of its onsen — the thermal bath of volcanic spring water — for its Japanese garden and for its gourmet cuisine of subtle finesse.

      A cozy chalet with|a world-class restaurant
      Cuisine Be my guest Joann Pai Publié le 27/02/2017

      A cozy chalet with
      a world-class restaurant

      Flocons de sel is a 5-star upscale resort with a Michelin 3-star restaurant, yet owners Kristine and Emmanuel Renaut make you feel right at home.

      Reservations by phone

      United States or find your country number
      *Toll free

      Follow us
      twitter facebook pinterest instagram linkedIn
      +1 800 735 2478 *
      Newsletter

      I agree to receive messages from Relais & Châteaux in order to benefit from exclusive offers and invitations from Relais & Châteaux and its few partner brands, as well as personalized contents in view of my next stays. 

      Mobile Apps

      Download our apps to discover and book our exquisite hotels and fine dining restaurants worldwide.

      Android app on Google Play Download on the Apple Store
      • Careers
      • Seminar & meeting
      • Contacts
      • Partners
      • Trophies
      • FAQ
      • Sitemap
      • Legal
      • Personal data
      • Terms and Conditions
      • Credits
      • Cookies
      • Travel agent
      Language: U.S. English
        Currency: USD
        • EUR (€) Euro
        • USD (US$) US Dollar
        • GBP (£) British Pound
        • CAD (CAD) Canadian Dollar
        • CHF (CHF) Swiss Franc
        • JPY (¥) Japanese Yen
        • NZD (NZD) New Zealand Dollar
        • AUD (AUD) Australian Dollar
        • AED
        • AFN
        • ALL
        • AMD
        • ANG
        • AOA
        • ARS
        • AWG
        • AZN
        • BAM
        • BBD
        • BDT
        • BGN
        • BHD
        • BIF
        • BMD
        • BND
        • BOB
        • BRL
        • BSD
        • BTN
        • BWP
        • BYN
        • BZD
        • CDF
        • CLP
        • CNY
        • COP
        • CRC
        • CUP
        • CVE
        • CZK
        • DJF
        • DKK
        • DOP
        • DZD
        • EGP
        • ERN
        • ETB
        • FJD
        • FKP
        • GEL
        • GGP
        • GHS
        • GIP
        • GMD
        • GNF
        • GTQ
        • GYD
        • HKD
        • HNL
        • HRK
        • HTG
        • HUF
        • IDR
        • ILS
        • INR
        • IQD
        • IRR
        • ISK
        • JEP
        • JMD
        • JOD
        • KES
        • KGS
        • KHR
        • KMF
        • KPW
        • KRW
        • KWD
        • KYD
        • KZT
        • LAK
        • LKR
        • LRD
        • LSL
        • LYD
        • MAD
        • MDL
        • MGA
        • MKD
        • MMK
        • MNT
        • MOP
        • MOP
        • MRU
        • MUR
        • MVR
        • MWK
        • MXN
        • MYR
        • MZN
        • NAD
        • NAD
        • NGN
        • NIO
        • NOK
        • NPR
        • OMR
        • PAB
        • PEN
        • PGK
        • PHP
        • PKR
        • PLN
        • PYG
        • QAR
        • RON
        • RSD
        • RUB
        • RWF
        • SAR
        • SBD
        • SCR
        • SDG
        • SEK
        • SGD
        • SHP
        • SLL
        • SOS
        • SRD
        • SVC
        • SYP
        • SZL
        • THB
        • TJS
        • TMT
        • TND
        • TOP
        • TRY
        • TTD
        • TWD
        • TZS
        • UAH
        • UGX
        • UYU
        • UZS
        • VND
        • VUV
        • WST
        • XAF
        • XCD
        • XDR
        • XOF
        • XPF
        • YER
        • ZAR
        • ZMW
        • ZMW
        • ZWD
        Copyright © 2000 - 2022 Relais & Châteaux. All rights reserved
        Traveler reviews powered by TripAdvisor

        Call our concierge to tailormade your booking and itinerary

        United States or find your country number.
        *Toll free
        +1 800 735 2478 *

        or visit our FAQ