Paris is a city of timeless charm—but have you truly seen its hidden elegance? As a Phoenix luxury travel agent, I specialize in curating luxury travel experiences that reveal the secrets of Paris’ golden age: the Belle Époque (1871–1914).
Step into the era of Toulouse-Lautrec, Renoir, Debussy, and Marcel Proust, where literary salons, glittering theaters, and bustling cafés celebrate creativity, beauty, and indulgence. This is Paris beyond the guidebook, designed exclusively for discerning travelers seeking culture, sophistication, and unforgettable memories.
Maison Proust, Hôtel & Spa — A Literary Sanctuary in Le Marais
Located in the heart of Paris’ historic Marais district, Maison Proust brings the charm of Proustian salons to life. Designed by Jacques Garcia, this luxury boutique hotel in Paris features velvet armchairs, gilded mirrors, hand-painted moldings, and parquet floors—spaces that invite you to linger where Parisian writers once gathered.
Perfect for families with older teens, Maison Proust is ideal for travelers who love history, literature, and immersive cultural experiences.
Rooms & Suites
Each room celebrates a literary figure, with bespoke décor, artwork, fabrics, and colors inspired by the personalities who defined the Belle Époque. Starting rate: approx. €950 per night.
Salons & Spa
Maison Proust’s lounges, library, and bar recreate the iconic Parisian salon experience, while Spa La Mer offers a secluded oasis with swimming pool, hammam, and private treatment rooms.
Maison Souquet, Hôtel & Spa — Secrets of Parisian Glamour
Near Montmartre, Maison Souquet evokes the decadent salons of the Belle Époque, once frequented by Parisian aesthetes and the elite. This exclusive boutique hotel offers a romantic, intimate retreat for couples or small groups seeking history and luxury.
Rooms, Lounges & Spa
Rooms reflect historical courtesans with Oriental, Indian, Japanese, and Napoleon III influences.
Lounges feature ivy-draped gardens and library-style bars, while the secret water room spa delights with a celestial vault, swimming pool, and hammam. Starting rate: approx. €450 per night.
Walk in the Footsteps of Belle Époque Masters
Close your eyes and imagine stepping off a quiet cobblestone street in Le Marais. Velvet armchairs invite you to linger in a private salon, sunlight spills across gilded mirrors, and the whispers of literary giants like Marcel Proust seem to echo through the air. This is Paris at its most secret, most seductive—far beyond the guidebooks.
Andare’ Travel Design Studio can arrange private, curated experiences to immerse you in Parisian art, literature, and culture: Andare’ Travel Design Studio – Phoenix Luxury Travel Planning
Literary Legends
- Marcel Proust: Private tours of Le Marais and high tea
- Émile Zola: Montmartre literary tours
- Colette: Walking tours of private salons and boulevards
Visual Artists
- Monet & Renoir: Private Musée d’Orsay & Orangerie tours and painting workshops
- Toulouse-Lautrec: Montmartre cabaret tours and lithography workshops
- Edgar Degas: Behind-the-scenes ballet at Opéra Garnier
Other Curated Experiences
- Private Opéra Garnier tours
- Lunch at Le Train Bleu
- Belle Époque walking tours of Le Marais & Montmartre
- Private perfume workshops and afternoon tea at Hôtel Ritz Paris
- Seine River dinner cruise
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Extend Your Journey: Belmond Venice Simplon-Orient-Express
Travel from Paris to Venice in legendary luxury aboard the Belmond Venice Simplon-Orient-Express, with silk-lined cabins, marble-topped vanities, and white-glove dining service. Cabins start at $12,000 per person, providing a once-in-a-lifetime Parisian and European experience.
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