Bonjour Travelers!
- john3
- Dec 23, 2025
- 1 min read
We just returned from DUCO France, an exclusive, invitation-only travel summit connecting France’s finest hospitality experts with top travel advisers from around the world. France offers something unforgettable for every type of traveler. Here’s our short, curated guide to the best splurges and smart mid-budget options you won’t want to miss.
Shopping in Paris
Splurge
Stay: Mandarin Oriental Lutetia
Eat: Le Grand Café
Shop: Le Bon Marché
Mid Budget
Stay: Le Grand Hôtel Cayré
Eat: Chez André
Shop: BHV Marais
Skiing in the Alps
Splurge
Stay: Airelles Val d’Isère
Eat: La Table de l’Ours
Shop: Helicopter ride over the Alps
Mid Budget
Stay: Experimental Chalet Val d’Isère
Eat: La Luge
Shop: Dog sledding adventure
Relaxing in Monte Carlo
Splurge
Stay: Hôtel de Paris
Eat: Le Pavillon by Yannick Alléno
Shop: Casino de Monte-Carlo
Mid Budget
Stay: Monte-Carlo Bay Hotel & Resort
Eat: Café de Paris
Shop: Oceanographic Museum
Ready to experience France like never before? Whether you’re chasing luxury or looking for a smart, stylish escape, let us plan your next unforgettable trip to France.
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