When the light softens and the air warms up, spring invites us to set off. A season of renewal, it offers those precious moments when we slow down, when terraces fill up again and when travel regains an almost instinctive gentleness. From Mediterranean shores to cities of art bathed in light, these getaways embody the spirit of renewal: breathe, contemplate, savor the first rays of sunshine, and reconnect with a sense of lightness.
Camargue, nature rediscovered
In the heart of the wild Camargue, where the sky and marshes merge under a clear light, the Mas de Peint celebrates 30 years of excellence. This 5-star hotel, a 550-hectare family estate, is much more than a luxurious stopover: it is a total immersion in the soul of a land of traditions.
The experience here is inseparable from horses. Visitors live to the rhythm of the Manade Jacques Bon, where white horses and purebred bulls gallop. Saddle up to ride across the salt flats, escorted by the gardians, for a visceral connection with nature. For a more rustic immersion, “La Cabano dis Ego” unveils its stables and private arenas, witnesses to equestrian expertise passed down through three generations.
The spring renewal of 2026 also marks a gastronomic turning point with the arrival of Chef Dan Rodrigues. Winner of the World Trophy for Best French Dish, this Brazilian-born chef creates contemporary regional cuisine that is both sophisticated and accessible. His dishes reflect the salt marsh biotope: bulls from the ranch, rice from the estate, local vegetables, and citrus fruits. Between fire-cooked dishes and the freshness of wild herbs, each meal becomes a Camargue story.
Staying at Mas de Peint means choosing a peaceful retreat, sincere hospitality, and a break where luxury nestles in the authenticity of a preserved region.
Saint-Jean-de-Luz, the Atlantic air
In Saint-Jean-de-Luz, spring unfolds with salty vigor, offering changing light that magnifies the Basque coast. Perched on the cliff, the La Réserve hotel awakens in perfect harmony with this unique natural environment. This refuge, a member of Floirat Signatures, invites you to slow down and live to the rhythm of the ocean in an atmosphere of intimate and personal luxury.
The experience here is an ode to serenity. The morning begins in a three-hectare park where the infinity pool, the signature feature of the place, seems to merge with the Atlantic. To soak up the natural elegance of the region, immediate access to the coastal path offers an invigorating walk between wild cliffs and endless horizons. The more active guests can enjoy the tennis court nestled in this green setting before savoring a breakfast rich in local flavors.
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