Gift idea experience guide

Les Étangs de Corot, the Ville-d'Avray hotel, restaurant and spa

Les Étangs de Corot is a 4-star hotel located in Ville-d'Avray in the Hauts-de-Seine department. To recharge your batteries and relax, come and discover this new Relais & Châteaux in its bucolic setting, which also boasts a Michelin-starred restaurant, spa and café.

VIBRATION at Cirque Théâtre Bormann: the show that makes you feel alive

From November 6 to 21, 2026, VIBRATION brings together contemporary dance, circus and music at the Cirque Théâtre Bormann in Paris. We experienced this immersive show: an experience to enjoy and a gift idea to share.

Thoiry Lumières Sauvages 2026: our photos from the light trail, following in Pachamama’s footsteps

Thoiry Lumières Sauvages takes us on a journey around the world in search of Pachamama at WOW Safari Thoiry, in the Yvelines. Here’s a look in pictures at what’s in store, from the All Saints’ Day holiday through the winter break, until March 7, 2027.

Meurtre à la bibliothèque et au musée : deux murder parties à la City of Architecture

Two murder parties are coming to the Cité de l’architecture in Paris on October 3 and 31, 2026, with team-based investigations suitable for ages 13 and up.

Restaurant Cléo: Gastronomic cuisine in the heart of Paris's 7th arrondissement.

With the new season underway, discover Cléo, the gourmet restaurant in Paris’s 7th arrondissement: seasonal cuisine from Chef Alexandre Semperé, tasting menus, a tree-lined terrace, and a cocktail bar near the Invalides.

Indian Nights: Jardin d'Acclimatation's 2026 light trail invites you to the land of the Taj Mahal

After its last edition focused on Japan, the quintessential land of the Rising Sun and centuries-old traditions, this year the light journey relocates to India—the land of Maharajas, the Taj Mahal, and a wealth of legends, tales, and traditions. A unique lantern festival, a one-way ticket to India.

Disney's Enchanted Christmas 2026 at Disneyland Paris: the lineup and the new features in Arendelle

The World of Frozen is celebrating Christmas for the first time at Disneyland Paris, from November 7, 2026, to January 6, 2027. The Arendelle festivities complement Disney’s Enchanted Christmas, with its dazzling light parade and meet-and-greets with Disney characters in Disneyland Park.

Unusual: sleep nose-to-nose with Arctic wolves in the Thoiry Safari lodges

A night face-to-face with wolves—care to take the plunge? The Thoiry Safari Park invites you to sleep as close as possible to these fascinating animals, right in the heart of one of its quirky accommodations, the Loudge!

Dynamik Parc, the multi-activity park in the Yvelines that’s going to blow you away

Installed quietly this summer at the heart of the Saint-Quentin-en-Yvelines Leisure Island, Dynamik Parc unveils a unique, multi-activity park dedicated to sport and recreation. Electric Drift Kart, Laser Tag, Bubble Foot, Archery Game, Big Football, VR, Hado, and other self-guided experiences are on the menu for those eager to discover.

Le Paradox Museum Paris: more than 90 immersive experiences and a Hans & Gretel Café

Paradox Museum offers nearly a hundred immersive experiences—from trompe-l'œil illusions and optical tricks to sensory overhauls—that await visitors in Paris. Get ready to be tricked and to snap surreal photos. Five new interactive installations have just been added to the journey, making it the perfect time to challenge your senses! And as a bonus, a brand-new, ultra-delicious café, Hans & Gretel, is ready to tempt you.

Les Cabanes de l'Orvanne: we tried a night perched in the trees near Moret-sur-Loing

Only an hour from Paris and just a short drive from Fontainebleau, Les Cabanes de l'Orvanne offers a unplugged escape in the heart of a preserved 95-hectare natural estate. A chance to spend a premium night in a perched cabin, with a private Nordic bath and 100% locally sourced gourmet baskets.

Unusual: we tested the eFoil, this electric surfboard that glides along the Seine, in a marina in the 16th arrondissement

Want to fly over the Seine this summer? Head to the 16th arrondissement to discover Foil in Paris, an urban marina that offers a try on the eFoil, this futuristic electric board. We tested this quirky (and refreshing) activity, blending gliding, a floating pool and a beach-club vibe.

Pavillon Henri IV: the gourmet, panoramic restaurant in the heart of Saint-Germain-en-Laye.

Built in the 16th century atop the ruins of the Château-Neuf, the Pavillon Henri IV is a legendary hotel-restaurant tucked away in Saint-Germain-en-Laye. An exceptional address on the doorstep of Paris, it hides a royal history and generous, gastronomic cuisine, with an incredible view over the Seine Valley.

La Maison du Pain de Commeny (95), an unusual museum offering tours and workshops for families

At the heart of the French Vexin, in Commeny in the Val-d'Oise (95), the Maison du Pain traces the history of this essential staple of the French diet through an educational trail set in the former grain loft of a bakery that remains in operation.

iFLY Paris: Indoor Skydiving for an Unconventional Flying Experience

iFLY Paris welcomes the general public, companies, and seasoned athletes for indoor skydiving in a giant glass tube. iFLY lets you fly, risk-free and with no prior experience, from ages 5 to 105! Soar!

Maison Avoise, the Michelin-starred restaurant to discover in Issy-les-Moulineaux

This is the gem to discover. Maison Avoise is the gastronomic restaurant with a relaxed vibe and top-tier cuisine imagined by Alexis Voisenet and his team near Issy-les-Moulineaux. This starred address offers a culinary experience that awakens the senses, with excellent value for money.

Monster Trucks, motorcycle freestyle and Transformers: the show has been extended near Paris — reviews and photos

Buckle up, it's going to be wild: the Hells Drivers Danglade Show is extending its run near Paris with monster trucks and spectacular stunts. From May 16 to 31, and then from June 5 to 14, 2026, head to Soisy-sous-Montmorency, just a stone's throw from the Enghien-Soisy Hippodrome, for this explosive family show. Read our review.

What if the culprit was at your table? The murder dinner with Ivan, Boris and you back in Paris

On July 1, 2026, the experience “Ivan, Boris and You” returns to Paris with an immersive murder dinner that blends an aperitif, dinner, and an interactive investigation.

Randos des Terroirs: gourmet strolls with tastings of local products in Seine-et-Marne - POSTPONED

Les Randos des Terroirs invite les Franciliens à lace up their sneakers to explore the landscapes and flavors of Seine-et-Marne, on Sunday, June 28, 2026. Choose one of the 9 itineraries punctuated by gourmet stops right at the producers to discover the department! POSTPONED

Matthieu Carlin's tea time at the Crillon reveals an original tasting experience.

The Crillon Hotel's afternoon tea, set on Place de la Concorde in Paris's 8th arrondissement, unveils a new version crafted by Matthieu Carlin. New pastries, refined savory bites and floral teas are on the program for the entire summer season, through the end of August 2026.