Communication Bleu Petrol, auteur/autrice sur Le 10 Minutes Hôtelier - Page 9

12 min

Vienne, ville d’hiver : le city guide

🗺 Vienna, Austria's capital, is four times larger than Paris with 23 districts. The city boasts 700 hectares of vineyards, accessible within 30 minutes, hosting 140 local winemakers. Over half of Vienna (53%) is natural spaces, with 11% dedicated to agriculture, producing 30,000 tons of cucumbers annually. The Ring, built in 1865, encircles historic imperial and classic streets but exploring beyond reveals Art Nouveau buildings, designer shops, cafés, and parks—showcasing Vienna's vibrant local life.

4 min

Sofitel Legend Santa Clara, touché par la grâce

🏠 Former 17th-century convent in the historic center of Cartagena de Indias, Colombia, now a hotel, the Sofitel Legend Santa Clara. Located in northern Colombia on the Caribbean coast, the UNESCO-classified heart of Cartagena narrates five centuries of history. The building dates back to its original construction in 1621, serving various functions over time: convent, hospital, prison, medical school, school of fine arts, and the headquarters for the local baseball league. Expanded in 1929 with a neoclassical wing, it was restored and transformed into a hotel in 1995, adopting its current name in 2012.

1 min

Gasthof Post, authentique et chic

⛷ In Lech Zürs am Arlberg, Austria, home to the country's largest ski area, Gasthof Post has been a Relais & Châteaux for over 40 years. Owned by the Moosbrugger family since 1937, the hotel has evolved with a contemporary wing, a botanical garden, and a luxurious spa over 1,000 m² featuring Cellcosmet and Alpienne brands. It offers 48 rooms and suites, 3 restaurants, and an indoor-outdoor heated pool. The 5-star establishment is a partner of the Arlberg Weinberg wine and gastronomy festival, marking the winter season's start from December 5-15, 2024.

6 min

4 hôtels sur les routes de Champagne

🍷 Reims and Épernay are the two main cities of champagne, featuring vineyards and forests. Reims Cathedral, with its 2,300 sculptures, has seen nearly every French king crowned within its Gothic structure over eight centuries. The city was over 60% destroyed during WWI but revitalized in the 1920s with Art Deco architecture like the Carnegie Library. Prestigious Champagne houses like Taittinger, Ruinart, Pommery, Veuve Clicquot, offer tours in the Saint-Nicaise suburb. The Royal Champagne & Spa Hotel promises a memorable stay amidst vineyards.

5 min

Il était une fois la Zambie au Puku Ridge

🐅 Eight restored villas-lodges overlook the flooded Luangwa prairie from December to June— a tributary of the Zambezi. Adventurous guests can choose to sleep in the comfort of their room or on a rooftop bed under the stars, reminiscent of British explorers documenting Zambia's uncharted lands in the late 19th century. These villas offer direct exposure to wildlife in the 9,000 square kilometer South Luangwa National Park, despite intermittent sleep.

3 min

Centre de Management Hôtelier International de Luxe, des formations qui visent l’excellence

🍺 CMH celebrates its 50th anniversary, preparing for hospitality and luxury tourism management careers. The pedagogical model includes academic and specialized instruction, individual support, and internships with company applications, even abroad, emphasizing practical experience. The curriculum incorporates three mandatory languages: English, Mandarin, and Russian, reflecting its international dimension. Programs are offered across six campuses in Paris, Lyon, Nice, Annecy, Madrid, and London, featuring a 5-year "Grande École Programme" (Bachelor and Master's) in France and an international program plus short courses and summer programs in selected locations. Recently, CMH introduced an off-cycle February intake with intensive courses and masterclasses, including immersions in luxury hotels.

3 min

Buller, déstresser et se faire dorloter au Royal Champagne

💎 Royal Champagne Hotel, located in Champillon near Épernay and Reims, opened in 2018 and boasts a 5-star rating, Michelin's three keys awarded in June, and accessibility within 40 minutes from Paris by train. Under General Manager Vincent Parinaud, the hotel collaborates with myBlend by Dr. Olivier Courtin-Clarins, enhancing its spa offerings to meet the demands of both French and international guests. The hotel is part of the Leading Hotels of the World and continues to innovate with new chef and updated spa decor.

2 min

Les nouvelles stars du mondial de l’auto

🚘 Mondial de l’automobile opens in Paris on October 15, 2024. Alpine A290 offers two power levels (180 or 220 hp) starting at €38,000. Peugeot 5008, from €40,490, features 7 seats, 748 liters trunk space, and up to 660 km range in electric version. Mini Aceman, 4.07 m long, priced from €36,000, accelerates to 100 km/h in 7.9 seconds with 184 hp and in 7.1 seconds with 218 hp SE motorization.

4 min

Rencontre avec Gilles Vidal, directeur du design de Renault, « Il est plus difficile de faire revivre une voiture du passé que de partir d’une feuille blanche »

🚗 Gilles Vidal, Design Director at Renault, details the new electric Renault 5, set to be the upcoming season's it-car. Renault employees are already test-driving it on the streets. The car's success is expected to significantly impact the brand's commercial and image standing in the rapidly growing electric market. Boasting a spectacular design that nods to its heritage while being thoroughly modern, the high-end variant features a 52 kWh battery with over 400 km range under optimal conditions. Notably, it offers a unique in-world feature: an optional 50€ wicker breadstick holder.

2 min

Ultimate Provence : accord parfait

🍷 Ultimate Provence, part of the MDCV group with four estates including Château de Berne, merges viticulture and hospitality in Var, Provence. Showcasing wines in various formats (75 cl, 150 cl, 300 cl, 600 cl) across three colors (red, white, rosé), the hybrid concept functions as both a vineyard and a boutique hotel under Small Luxury Hotels of the World. Alexis Cornu, as the director, oversees the vinification process for wines with the Côtes de Provence appellation. The 46-hectare vineyard is nestled within a nature reserve.

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