Evian Anyone?
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Evian Anyone?
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On thirty-seven parklike acres overlooking Lake Geneva is the fabulous Domaine du Royal
Club Evian. There have been spas here, in Evian-Les-Bains, France, since Roman times.
The center piece of the enclave is the Hotel Royal, a former Belle Epoque palace, replete with
real antiques, expansive high-ceilinged rooms and thoroughly modern amenities and
services.
The property features eight restaurants. The Michelin-featured La Toque Royale is in the
lakeside casino complex, which also contains a tres glamorous wee-hours disco.
For many regulars, the highlight of their visit to the Domaine is the superb Institut Mieux Vivre
(Better Living Institute). Reached discreetly by private elevator, the indoor pool, gymnasium
and treatment areas of the Institute focus on the traditional services of the spa. Hydrotherapy
massage is the specialty of the house, backed up by a complete and highly personalized dietary
In addition to the Institute, the Domaine also offers skiing, golf, horseback riding, river rafting, hiking and even paragliding. Unusual in an old-line European resort, the Domaine also has a well-supervised and extensive Junior Club for children featuring crafts, sports and various classes of the "learning-can-be-fun" school. |
The nearby town of Evian has a lively cultural scene, including the annual May music festival
(which is always a sellout, so book early). The entire area has a very European, almost jet-set feel,
but don’t be paparrazii about encounters with the celebs....
The Domaine du Royal Club Evian (yes, the water is from here) is a fabulous and beautiful
destination combining the best of turn-of-the-century grace and stateliness with today’s
amenities and creature comforts. Highly recommended...value given for value recieved.... but
certainly not for those on a budget.
Contact Domaine du Royal Club Evian, in the U.S.A at
1-800-223-6800 or in France at 50-26-85-00.
One of the most romantic retreats on Martha's Vineyard.
Year-round tranquility and seclusion, towering trees, spacious lawns, 150-year-old
vine-covered stone walls, gardens and an apple orchard; all just a walk from the beach.
Each room has distinctive charm, air-conditioning and a private bath. Fabulous full breakfast
served on the orchard deck or in the garden room. The inn features one of the finest
restaurants on the island.
Lambert's Cove Road, West Tisbury |
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program. The La Rotonde restaurant is dedicated solely to delecately administered dietary cuisine
and also offers cooking lessons for those so inclined.
