What is your main criteria when choosing a piece of jewelry? Is it the brand, price or material? For me the most important thing is the personal touch of the artist. There’s an infinite number of beautiful jewelry in the world, but art jewelry items are always unique and exclusive. The artist gives away a … More Art Jewelry by Aliyana Rozi
The last one of the Younan Colection properties that we visited in July was the hotel Saint Martin located in the medieval castle in the village Saint-Maxent-l’Ecole. Since we were short of time we couldn’t spend a night in this hotel but just had lunch and chilled by the swimming pool. Even this short visit … More Cozy Castle Saint Martin
After visiting the castle Le Prieuré, the first one of Younan Collection properties, we headed south in the direction of Bordeaux. Just one hour of driving – and we reached Alexandra Palace, a brand new 5-star hotel opened by Younan Collection in June 2019. The renovation of this castle previously called Château du Petit Chêne … More New Life of the Palace
I have a thing for castles. They’re majestic, picturesque and a little bit mysterious. I imagine plenty of stories which happened behind the high walls, romantic or cruel, but always passionating. Kings and queens, chevaliers and beautiful ladies, buffoons and minstrels… The castles make me dreaming, and I love visiting them, let alone spending a … More Sleeping in the Castle: Younan Collection offers a Unique Experience
This year I spent my birthday in Vienna, one of my favorite European capitals. For Julien it was the first visit to this city and I was so delighted re-discover Vienna together with him! I love everything about Vienna: majestic architecture, large streets, huge parks, calmness and cleanliness, vibrant cultural life, cozy bars… I could … More How to Make the Best of Your Trip to Vienna
Until last year I didn’t know anything about the Ardèche – I even wasn’t aware of its existence. When in December 2018 we found in this area our wedding venue (for those who didn’t know – Julien and me are getting married this summer), I discovered the Ardèche and added this region to my personal … More The Hidden Gem of the Ardèche
I’ve recently read at The Guardian an article about the last Dior’s fashion show in Marrakesh which seems to be a Milestone for the brand. Maria Grazia Chiuri, the Dior’s creative director, at the preview of the show said: “Fabric is what gives fashion its attitude”. I quite agree with this – fabric can do … More New Brand in My Wardrobe: Versatile Silk Dress by Élocin
What is the best way to have dinner at the Michelin starred restaurant without spending a fortune? Going there quickly after the restaurant’s nomination! Not only it’s a pleasure to be among the first ones to discover a new talented chef but also a chance to pay the “before Michelin star” price for an exceptional … More A Star Is Born: New Michelin Starred Restaurant in Brittany
Summer is just around the corner and it means the season of weekend escapes is opened! Since I work as a full time lawyer and have to spend summer in Paris (except a couple of weeks of vacations in August), I always try to make the best use of my weekends to leave the city … More Brittany Getaway at the Historical Hotel Castelbrac
I’ve been in Venice multiple times but I never get tired of this unique place. Among all Italian cities Venice is the most contradictory: some people adore it, some people detest it but no one remains indifferent. Those who make bad impression of Venice usually come there in a wrong moment or stay in the … More Venice Off-Season Guide
