Here's where the the ultra-rich travel in France
10. Annecy — This picturesque small town at the bottom of the French Alps attracts wealthy visitors with its plush skiing resorts around Lake Annecy and luxury apartments in the historic Old Town. “A real classic for anyone looking to relax and enjoy the beautiful landscape,” Boaz Lantsman, the founder of RoutePerfect.com, told Business Insider.
9. Amboise — When visiting Amboise in France's Loire region, many wealthy visitors opt to stay at the luxury spa hotel Le Choiseul, made up of three 16th-century and 18th-century buildings with a pool and troglodyte caves. For sightseeing, the fairytale-like Châteaux de la Loire, pictured below, is "popular among all travellers, including those with a luxury budget," Lanstman said.
8. Colmar — Situated in France's Alsace region, this small town "features beautiful countryside" and "great food and wine," according to Lantsman. Rich travellers can get enjoy a luxury experience at Chateau d'Isenbourg, a 4-star hotel in a charming chateau nestled amid vineyards. It also has a spa that offers chocolate massages.
7. Saint Malo — "St. Malo is a great beach destination," Lantsman said of this gorgeous coastal city in Brittany. The shore-side Hôtel Oceania Saint-Malo is often a popular choice among rich visitors; conveniently, the hotel is located next to the Casino Barrière.
6. Avignon — This city in Provence is known for its rich history and delicious food. "Luxury travelers looking for an authentic French experience won’t be disappointed," Lantsman said. Visitors with money head to the Michelin star restaurant Christian Étienne for authentic Provencal cuisine with a modern twist.
5. Cannes — The rich and famous flock to this prestigious French Riviera destination every year for the Cannes Film Festival and stay in extravagant 5-star hotels like the Hôtel Barrière Le Majestic, which has its own private beach, cinema, and a spa by Clarins.
4. Monte Carlo — "Monte Carlo is definitely the playground for the rich and famous, with its beautiful 5-star hotels, fine dining options and high-end stores," Lantsman said. Luxury travellers like to stay at hotels like the Monte Carlo Beach hotel. The 5-star hotel has its own water sports clubs with a private beach, beach tents, and even an ozone filtered sea water pool.
3. Lyon — France's third largest city offers visitors plenty of high-end shops to spend their money on, especially in the Presqu'île area. According to Lantsman, the best hotel for luxury travellers is the 5-star Cour des Loges, which has a courtyard-based Michelin-starred restaurant, hanging gardens, and uniquely decorated rooms.
2. Nice — "Nice is perfect for those who want to stay on the French Riviera, with some fine dining and great hotels," Lantsman said. Two of the French Riviera capital's best 5-star hotels are the Hyatt Regency Nice Palais de la Méditerranée — housed in an Art Deco building from 1930 — and the Hotel Negresco, in a beautiful Belle Époque building with a Michelin-starred restaurant.
1. Paris — "On top of the fascinating architecture and art, endless history, and amazing cuisine, Paris also features some of the best luxury hotels and high-end fashion stores in the world," Lantsman said of the French capital. While the rich run up their credit card bills at department stores like Le Bon Marché, they stay at luxury hotels such as the Hôtel Plaza Athénée Paris (pictured below), where the likes of Anna Wintour, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Johnny Depp have been known to stay.
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