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Hot chocolates that will make you love winter

What's better than warming up with some good hot chocolate? Whether it is creamy, smooth, velvety, more or less cocoa-like, there is something for everyone since each house works it in a different way. In Paris, there are plenty of good places to enjoy it... Here are our favorites for a little moment of sweetness. La Réserve Paris Immerse yourself in the chocolate enchantment of Parisian winter at La Réserve Paris, where a gourmet break awaits you with the talent of Chef Jérôme Banctel and MOF chocolatier Patrick Roger. Experience an exquisite moment with an exceptional hot chocolate, served by the fireside of the La Pagode de Cos restaurant, in the warm atmosphere of the Le Gaspard bar, or in the cozy intimacy of the Duc de Morny Library. A chocolate experience not to be missed to brighten up your Parisian winter! Promising an even more irresistible moment of indulgence, these two chocolate drinks are accompanied by delicately sweet donuts and a generous vanilla whipped cream. An exquisite pleasure to treat yourself to after a session...

The leisure bases around Paris to enjoy the summer

Aquatic area, leisure center, swimming pool with a view of the Seine… Paris Select has selected some great addresses to cool off without leaving the capital (too much). The most fun: the aquasplash78, the inflatable water course on the Ile de Loisirs of the Boucles de Seine Attention hyperactive people! In the Yvelines, you have an appointment with an aquapark strewn with floating inflatable obstacles. Accessible from 6 years old, it is aimed at young and old alike, with different levels of difficulty. Open from July 1 to August 31 from noon to 12:18 p.m., this 30% fun space can be privatized. A cool and refreshing activity for a birthday or a summer hen party! Boucles de Seine Leisure Island, Route de Mousseaux, 100 Moisson The most exotic: the Etangs de Hollande leisure center Built in the era of Louis XIV, this haven of peace calls for relaxation. Picnic area, pétanque court, beach volleyball, minigolf, bar/restaurant, pedal boats, canoes, rowing boats... Here, all the ingredients are there to feel like you're at the beach, just 78840 km from Paris! The ponds of …

8 superb hotels with swimming pool & spa to recharge your batteries

For those who dream of the beach and beyond, we have selected the best hotels to offer you a crazy staycation. On the program: spa, relaxation and idleness... Enough to feel like you're still on vacation. Follow the leader ! – Parister It is between Les Folies Bergères and the Opéra Garnier that the very trendy Parister hotel is nestled. If the 45 rooms of this 5 star hotel display ceiling moldings, beautiful light and a mix of elegant colors, the suites are exceptional, a true ode to beautiful materials. Some even have a terrace overlooking the rooftops of Paris, offering visitors a breathtaking view of the city. Here, we especially like the restaurant (which also serves as a cocktail bar!) Les Passerelles, a perfect spot for all circumstances, whether for an early breakfast, an intimate lunch or to sip their delicious signature cocktails. In fine weather, sitting on the terrace – which overlooks a planted patio – is a real pleasure. With its pretty velvet sofas, rattan chairs and other resolutely designer furniture (the hanging bookcase!), the lounge is worth the detour in itself. Notice to athletes, the establishment…

See you at the Global Wellness Festival, an event dedicated to well-being!

The Wellness Galerie is taking a crazy gamble: organizing the very first festival dedicated to the world of well-being. From June 8 to 10, take advantage of talks, participatory and immersive workshops, masterclasses, outdoor sports lessons... All this in ephemeral and unusual places! For three days, the Galeries Lafayette Wellness Gallery is transformed into a real living space. Discover for the first time, a festival dedicated to well-being. The Global Wellness Festival. Totally free, it is accessible to all, on June 8, 9 and 10! When it comes to programming, the Wellness Galerie thinks big. Guests can enjoy outdoor sports lessons. Indeed, in collaboration with the La Source gym club, you can let off steam in an outdoor gym with a unique experience for bootcamp and cardio-boxing enthusiasts on the program... For the more adventurous, Akim, coach of the Source awaits you with “The Killer”, a 100% power workout. This …

We tested Le 11, signature treatment from Carita and we loved it! 

Tailor-made shampoo and brushing, gourmet tea time, skin diagnosis, personalized beauty routine… At Carita, the essence of well-being is paramount. The Paris Select team had the chance to test treatment 11, the label's signature treatment. We tell you about it! Carita, an emblematic brand of beauty and skincare products, settled in Paris 71 years ago. It offers beauty lovers an exceptional experience in a sumptuous boutique. Nestled in the heart of the capital, this space dedicated to well-being is an essential destination for fans of high-end treatments but also stars from around the world. The Carita boutique offers a range of cabin treatments. Offering guests the opportunity to enjoy a luxurious spa experience. The treatment cabins are designed to offer a cocoon of serenity. Guests can relax and rejuvenate with premium face and body treatments. Paris Select had the chance to test treatment 11, the signature treatment of …

Top 7 of the best spas for two

Valentine's Day is fast approaching... If you want to treat each other in this winter period, why not enjoy a duo massage in a chic spa? In an institute or in the most beautiful hotel spas, discover the most beautiful offers of massages and chic spas to celebrate Valentine's Day! – Spa Diane Barrière Appointment at the Hotel Fouquet's located in the heart of the golden triangle, a stone's throw from the Champs Elysées. A veritable temple of beauty and care, this majestic spa stands out with a complete offer. A 15 m swimming pool in dug stone, the blue lagoon water heated to 31°, ideal for chaining lengths. An aquatic course between jets, waterfalls and counter-current waters that will help you regain energy and vitality. A unique experience in a spa in Paris. You will also have access to the hammam and the sauna, the perfect combo to eliminate toxins. Our favourite: the particularly cocooning relaxation area provides real well-being. We sit there by the fire to enjoy …

La Maison Sisley: a well-being break in the heart of Paris

For more than 40 years, Sisley has been illuminating women's faces with exceptional products... Having become an absolute must-have in Parisian bathrooms, the brand specializing in phyto-cosmetology opened a house a few years ago dedicated to beauty and pleasure, in the heart of the Golden Triangle. Focus on this inspiring haven of peace which reveals the whole philosophy of the family brand… – A French family house Sisley is above all a beautiful family history. A shared love of beauty and a perpetual quest for excellence… In 1976, Hubert d'Ornano and his wife Isabelle founded the brand with one idea in mind: to use the best of plants and essential oils to create cosmetics. An innovative concept for the time and imitated many times since, without ever being equalled. Today, the torch has been proudly taken up by the couple's children. Exceptional skincare, make-up, perfumes and hair products… This French know-how is reflected in the quality of their products. A winning combination since the …