Your 10th Anniversary in France

Aug 25 – 29, 2024: Roquebrune-Cap-Martin (4 nights)

• The Maybourne Riviera

Aug 29 – Sep 1, 2024: Paris (3 nights)

• Pavillon Faubourg Saint-Germain

If you need any assistance while you are traveling, or if you would like to make any changes, reservations or cancellations during your time in France you can contact the following who will be your local contacts during your trip:

Our local partners on the ground will be your main point of contact:

• Local Name: will be provided
  
• Local Contact Number: will be provided

Hotels

• The Maybourne Riviera: +33 4 93 37 50 00
  
• Pavillon Faubourg Saint-Germain: +33 1 42 61 01 51

Important: If something needs immediate assistance, your local contact is the best person to call first as they are in the same time zone.

Scenset:

• Scenset Emergency Line: + 1 (415) 941-3900

WhatsApp: If you don’t have WhatsApp on your phone, we strongly encourage downloading it for free as it makes contacting our local team easier.

From your cellphone, dial "+" (by holding down the "0"), then the country code followed by the 9 digit phone number (dropping the first "0" in parentheses which is only used when calling from another French number).

If you can't find the "+", replace it with "011" - this is the US exit code, interchangeable with "+".

WhatsApp is recommended for ease of dialing local numbers. We suggest pre-programming the contacts ahead of your arrival.

U.S. passport holders do not need a visa for short stays (less than 90 days within a 180-day period) in France. Passports must be valid for 6 months from the last day of your trip.

These guidelines are for reference only. Scenset holds no responsibility for travel restrictions. Travelers are responsible for ensuring the right documentation to travel.

We have put together this Destination Guide for you, full of unique insights and ways to get excited before you travel, such as:

• Spotify playlists
  
• Movies to watch
  
• Books to read
  
• Dishes to try
  
• Helpful phrases
  
• Packing guide
  
• Tipping guides

Plus more!

• Scenset's Guide to France

Arrive in Nice (NCE) from Dublin.

Booked Independently.

Meet your driver in the arrivals area of Nice Airport NCE, after clearing customs. Upon meeting your driver, you will be transferred to your accommodation.

• Driver: will be provided
  
• Meeting Point: Airport arrivals hall after baggage claim
  
• Duration: Around half an hour

If you cannot locate your driver, please contact your local contact at will be provided.

Booked by Scenset.

Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and relax. Please note an early check-in has been requested, but cannot be guaranteed until arrival. If your room is not ready, the hotel will store your luggage and you will be able to refresh in the spa facilities or go directly to the pool.

This afternoon has been left for you to spend at leisure and enjoy the hotel's facilities.

Tonight, dine at Riviera, located in your hotel.

• Time: In the evening
  
• Dress Code: A smart-casual attire is preferred. Swimming shorts and flip-flops are not permitted.

Booked through the hotel concierge - to be paid locally. If you'd like to amend this booking, please see the Hotel Concierge upon arrival.

The Maybourne Riviera

• Reservation Number: will be provided
  
• Breakfast included
  
• 1x Sea View Studio

Sea View Studios are light and modern, inspired by the sea and the surrounding landscape. Natural materials and soft colors draw the eye to the main feature: spectacular sea views out to the azure horizon. Step out onto your private terrace as the sun slowly sets over the glittering Mediterranean.

• Daily full English breakfast
  
• Food & Beverage Credit
  
• Early check in & late check out, subject to availability
  
• Priority for upgrade if available at check-in

At morning, meet your driver in the hotel lobby and set off for Eze.

Wander the charming, hilltop town of Eze independently - climbing its steep cobblestone streets for some of the best views of the coast.

Suggestions for your time in Eze:

• Explore the Jardin Exotique for the panoramic views
  
• Stop in Fragonard for soaps, hand lotion, candles or perfumes
  
• Do some shopping in the quaint boutiques

Lunch
Enjoy lunch reservation at Les Remperts at Hotel La Chevre D'Or (the Golden Goat).

• Your reservation has been made. This is a reservation only and lunch will need to be paid locally.
  
• Dress code: A smart-casual attire is preferred. Swimming shorts and flip-flops are not permitted.
  
• Cancellation policy: will be provided.

After lunch, leave Eze around the early afternoon and return to your hotel (20-minute drive), at around the early afternoon, change into your suits and make your way to the Beach Club. Alternatively, your driver can bring you straight to the Beach Club.

• Meeting time: morning
  
• Meeting point: Hotel lobby
  
• Driver: will be provided
  
• Drive time: Approx 20min
  
• Lunch Reservation: will be provided at Les Remperts (Hôtel Château de La Chèvre d’Or) Google Map Link
  
• Return to hotel: early afternoon
  
• Inclusions: Car & driver at disposal (up to 5 hours)

If you cannot locate your driver, please contact your local contact at will be provided.

Booked By Scenset.

Today, beach chairs have been reserved for you at Maybourne La Plage - your hotel's Beach Club.

• Opening Hours: Morning - Evening
  
• Reservation Number: B4PVW9JT
  
• Your chairs are reserved until 6pm

When you are ready to head down to the beach for the day, please let the Hotel Concierge know and they will arrange transportation - this is a short shuttle ride.

Booked by scenset.

Relax on-property followed by dinner in nearby Menton.

Nestled between Monaco and the Italian border, Menton is described as the ‘Jewel of France’, steeped in history and culture. Menton is a lovely town to visit - all dining options here will be fairly casual.

• Tony Restaurant: local mediterranean and Italian cuisine
  
• Address: 9 Quai Bonaparte, Menton
  
• Reservation time: Evening
  
• Reservation name: will be provided

Transportation: Menton is a ride of approximately 15 minutes by taxi, to be arranged by the hotel and paid directly. Please give the Concierge minimum of 30 minutes notice when requesting a taxi.

Booked by scenset through Maybourne Riviera Concierge- to be paid locally. If you'd like to amend this booking, please see the Hotel Concierge upon arrival.

The Maybourne Riviera
1x Sea View Studio

• Breakfast included

At the beginning of the morning, meet your chauffeur guide in the hotel lobby and set off for a day exploring the charming towns of the Riviera.

Your journey will begin in Antibes (approx. 1-hour drive). This ancient walled town is one of the liveliest on the Riviera, with a relaxed beachy feel, a thriving superyacht port, and a gorgeous historical center with narrow cobbled streets.

You will enjoy a visit to the Picasso Museum, housed in the beautiful Grimaldi Castle, a listed historical monument. This museum boasts one of the best Picasso collections in the world, with 245 works by the artist and a personal history of his life. During his two-month stay in Antibes, Picasso produced some of his most famous works, such as La Joie de Vivre.

After your visit to the château, your chauffeur-guide will take you to Antibes' market to try some of their local delicacies.

Mid-morning - After your market tour, your chauffeur-guide will take you to Saint-Paul-de-Vence (approx. 45-minute drive).

Early afternoon - Before lunch, you will enjoy a walking tour of Saint-Paul de Vence. Little cobblestone streets, paved in flowery patterns, statues nestled in alcoves, fountains, vines crawling up the stone walls and many more secrets waiting to be explored. Enjoy the quiet charm of the art galleries, boutiques and sidewalk cafés. A short walk will bring you into a peaceful setting surrounded by hills and mountains, overlooking a beautiful graveyard.

Lunch Reservation

• Early afternoon - You have a confirmed reservation at restaurant La Colombe d'Or under the name will be provided. Please note that you will pay for lunch directly at the restaurant.
  
• Cancellation policy: will be provided in case of no show or late cancellation (less than 24 hours prior).

The original owner opened this small establishment and regaled many others. In return, they all left him a piece of work as proof of their friendship. This incredible collection, since added to by many others, still brighten the restaurant’s walls and terrace!

After lunch, your chauffeur guide will take you to a winery in Saint Jeannet (30 minutes by car), where you will enjoy a wine tasting before returning to your hotel, at around 6 pm.

• Meeting time: Beginning of the morning
  
• Meeting point: Hotel lobby
  
• Chauffeur guide: will be provided | will be provided
  
• Drive time to Antibes: Approx 1hr
  
• Lunch reservation: Early afternoon at La Colombe d’Or
  
• Return to hotel: Approx 5-6pm
  
• Duration: Approx 8hrs
  
• Inclusions: Chauffeur-guide for the day (up to 8 hours); Tastings at the Antibes market; Tickets to the Picasso Museum; Wine Tasting

If you cannot locate your driver, please contact your local contact at will be provided.

Booked by Scenset.

Tonight, dine at CETO, located in your hotel.

• Time: In the evening
  
• Menu: A La Carte menu
  
• Dress Code: Smart casual attire is recommended. For Men: Opt for trousers (dress pants or chinos) and closed-toe shoes (leather shoes or loafers are ideal).

Booked through the hotel concierge - to be paid locally. If you'd like to amend this booking, please see the Hotel Concierge upon arrival.

The Maybourne Riviera
1x Sea View Studio

• Breakfast included

At the morning, meet your driver in the hotel lobby and set off for a morning hike. Your driver will drop you off and indicate a good starting point.

🗺️ Suggested Hiking Route:

• We suggest hiking the Cap Ferrat Hiking Trail, which encircles the entire peninsula.
  
• This hike takes approximately 1.5 to 2 hours to complete. You can find more information here.

After your walk, you may want to stop for coffee in St-Jean-Cap-Ferrat.

In the early afternoon, your driver will then transfer you back to La Plage Beach Club.

• Meeting time: Morning
  
• Meeting point: Hotel lobby
  
• Driver: will be provided
  
• Drive time to St-Jean-Cap-Ferrat: Approx 45min
  
• Drop off at hotel: Early afternoon
  
• Total Duration: Approx 4hrs
  
• Inclusions: Driver at disposal (up to 4 hours)

Remember to pack your swim suit and beach club necessities as you will go straight to La Plage.

If you cannot locate your driver, please contact your local contact at will be provided.

Booked by Scenset.

Today you have a lunch reservation at Maybourne La Plage - your hotel's Beach Club. Beach chairs have also been reserved for you so that you may spend the afternoon relaxing on the water.

• Booking name: will be provided
  
• Booking number: will be provided
  
• Start time: Afternoon
  
• Your chairs are reserved until early evening.

Your lunch reservation time was updated to the afternoon.

La Plage will hold your reservation for 20 minutes, if you are experiencing any delays, please get in touch with the beach club directly at 04 93 37 50 00.

Booked by Scenset to - to be paid locally.

Tonight enjoy dinner at L'antidote in Nice.

• Address: 3 Rue Dalpozzo, 06000 Nice, France
  
• Reservation Time: Evening
  
• Cancellation Policy: Cancellation can be made 24 hours prior to reservation without penalty.

Transportation: Nice is a ride of approximately 30-40 minutes by taxi, to be arranged by the hotel and paid directly. Please give the Concierge minimum of 30 minutes notice when requesting a taxi.

Booked by Scenset - to be paid locally. If you'd like to amend this booking, please ask the Hotel Concierge to call the restaurant directly at +33 06 13 05 81 31.

The Maybourne Riviera
1x Sea View Studio

• Breakfast included

This morning after breakfast, check out and meet your driver in the hotel lobby for your transfer to the airport.

• Meeting Location: Hotel Lobby
  
• Driver: will be provided | will be provided
  
• Drive Time: Approx 30min

If you cannot locate your driver, please contact will be provided at will be provided.

Booked by Scenset.

Catch your flight from Nice (NCE) to Paris (CDG).

Booked Independently.

Your private English speaking driver will greet you at the arrivals hall of the airport and transfer you to your hotel in a luxury vehicle.

• Driver: will be provided | will be provided
  
• Meeting Point: Arrivals hall, after baggage claim
  
• Duration: about an hour

If you cannot locate your driver, please contact will be provided.

Booked by Scenset.

Upon arrival, check in to your hotel and relax.

The below map shows the secure sites of the Paralympic Games - red and blue areas allow pedestrians without restrictions:

• Gray: The enclosures of the Olympic Venues.
  
• Black Perimeter: Access is strictly reserved for Paris 2024-accredited vehicles and pedestrians with a ticket for the event being held.
  
• Red: Pedestrians and cyclists are allowed to move around freely, without any controls or authorization required. Motorized traffic is prohibited, except for authorized persons with a special dispensation.
  
• Blue: Pedestrians and cyclists are allowed to move around freely, without any controls or authorization required. The circulation of motorized vehicles is restricted to drivers whose situation requires them to travel within this zone.

See here for more information on the Paris roads.

Walk about 10 minutes to reach the embarkation point for your private cruise.

You will walk to the D'Orsay Museum and take the stairs down to the Seine River. There you will find the "Batobus D'Orsay" Kiosk for large boats (pictured above). This is where you will meet your private boat captain.

• Destination: Batobus Musée D'Orsay
  
• Directions: Link to Google Map Directions from your hotel
  
• Walk Duration: 10-15 minutes
  
• Contact: If you have trouble finding the meeting point, contact will be provided.

Embark on a dreamy boat ride down the Seine, where the city of light reveals its enchanting secrets. The Eiffel Tower shimmers, bridges become arcs of love, and laughter fills the air. In this romantic aquatic waltz, the Seine whispers tales of timeless passion beneath the starry Parisian sky.

Aboard your private vintage mahogany boat, enjoy a unique view of the Seine River and its beautiful bridges from different angles. Pass under the Pont Alexandre III, a triumphant Art Nouveau masterpiece that links the Invalides to the Grand and Petit Palais. Ironically, the impressive Pont Neuf, which means “new bridge” is the oldest in Paris dating from 1607. Also admire Pont Marie, the second-oldest bridge in Paris which links the Ile-Saint-Louis with the right bank of the Seine.

Continue under the famous Pont des Arts in front of the fabulous gold-domed Institut de France, towards the Louvre. This very private overview from a very private angle will allow you to catch a glimpse of Paris’ entire history.

After your cruise you may decide to walk to dinner, or your captain can help you call a taxi.

• Cruise Start Time: Early evening
  
• Cruise Duration: Approximately 90 minutes
  
• Inclusions: Bottle of Champagne, one-way transfer to the pier

Booked By a scenset.

After your cruise, meet your driver and transfer to your dinner reservation.

• Driver: will be provided | will be provided
  
• Meeting Point: At the top of the steps at the boat disembarkation (Batobus D'Orsay Museum)
  
• Duration: Approximately 10 minutes

If you cannot locate your driver, please contact will be provided.

Booked by Scenset.

This evening, enjoy dinner at Brasserie Thoumieux.

• Booking time: In the evening
  
• Getting there: Please note this is a 10 minute walk from where the boat will leave you.
  
• Google Maps Link: Here
  
• Getting home: This is a walk or drive of approximately 35 minutes back to your hotel, and the restaurant can help you call a taxi after dinner.
  
• Cancellation Policy: Cancellation free of charge until 24hrs prior. In the event of cancellation within 24hrs or failure to show up at the restaurant, the restaurant will charge Scenset €100, to be collected from the client by Scenset post-trip.
  
• Dress Code: Casual chic

Confirmed by Scenset through the Pavillon Faubourg Concierge - paid locally. If you'd like to amend or cancel this booking, please speak with the Concierge at your hotel.

Pavillon Faubourg Saint-Germain

• Reservation Number: will be provided
  
• Breakfast included
  
• 1x Deluxe Room

The Deluxe rooms give the unique sensation of living in a beautiful French residence. Spacious and bright, these rooms are decorated in an elegant classical style with contemporary touches where every detail is important.

In the morning, meet your guide and driver in your hotel lobby for your one-way transfer to Le Marais for your private tour.

Embark on a captivating journey through the heart of Parisian allure as we explore the enchanting neighborhood of Le Marais. Wander along its narrow cobblestone lanes lined with trendy boutiques, vintage shops, and artisanal bakeries that beckon you to indulge in the local flavors.

Your expert guide will lead you through the labyrinthine streets, unveiling the rich history and cultural tapestry woven into the very fabric of Le Marais.

As you traverse this charming district, the echoes of medieval Paris resonate in the architecture, blending seamlessly with the vibrant energy of contemporary life. Le Marais is a living canvas, where the spirit of the past harmonizes with the pulse of the present, creating an experience that captures the essence of Parisian chic and timeless elegance.

In the afternoon, after you are finished, your guide will leave you at Marché des Enfants Rouges and you can take a taxi back to your hotel when you are finished exploring.

• Meeting time: Morning
  
• Meeting point: Hotel lobby
  
• Driver: will be provided
  
• Guide: will be provided
  
• End time: Afternoon
  
• Drive time to Le Marais: 30-45 minutes
  
• Duration: Approx 4 hours
  
• Inclusions: One-way transfer to Le Marais, Private guide (4hrs), tastings along the way

If you cannot locate your driver or guide, please contact your local contact at will be provided.

Booked By Scenset.

At the end of your tour, your guide will take you to the iconic Marché des Enfants Rouges for you to enjoy lunch.

Created in 1615, this market is the oldest covered market in the City of Light. Its name has its scenset in the nearby orphanage, l'Hospice des Enfants-rouges, where children were dressed in red uniforms and cloaks, the color of charity. Now a must-see place for strolling, it reveals the essence of Parisian history while offering a unique and colorful culinary experience.

Make your way back to your hotel independently.

Suggested, no booking has been made.

Tonight, dine at Tour d'Argent. This is a short taxi ride or a moderate walk from your hotel.

• Time: Evening
  
• Address: 15 Quai de la Tournelle
  
• Number of people: 2
  
• Booked under name: will be provided
  
• Email confirmation: Removed
  
• Pre-ordered menu: 2 x Menu Temps & Saisons
  
• Dress Code: We kindly inform you that sportwears and shorts are not permitted. An elegant dress code for ladies and men are required. In addition, for dinner a suit jacket for men is mandatory.
  
• Cancellation Policy: 24 hours prior. A guarantee has been authorized. Should you fail to honor your booking or should you fail to cancel your reservation 24 hours prior to your reservation date, you may be charged.

Booked independently by client - to be paid locally.

Pavillon Faubourg Saint-Germain
1x Deluxe Room

• Breakfast included

Enjoy a morning at leisure to explore Paris.

See the Shopping Suggestions at the bottom of your itinerary.

Since you depart early tomorrow, you might want the hotel to prepare breakfast boxes for your car transfer – which they are happy to do. Please speak with the hotel front desk today (the day prior to departure) to convey your preferences for breakfast boxes and prepare your check-out.

Suggestion – to be confirmed by the client once on-property.

Meet your private guide at your hotel and walk together to Saint-Germain-des-Prés for your food tour.

Past the church of Saint-Germain-des-Prés and the café des Deux Magots, follow your guide, expert in French gastronomy, and discover this exceptional district. You will explore this iconic area of Paris, famous for the various artists, writers and poets who lived in this area throughout the 20th century.

Make your way to the beautiful Marché Saint Germain Food Market where you'll select some cheeses. After a stop at a bakery to pick up proper baguettes, croissant and macarons, you will take your collection of treats to a wine cellar, where you'll spend the last hour of your tour, tasting and learning about these French products.

• Meeting time: Afternoon
  
• Meeting point: Hotel Lobby
  
• Guide: will be provided
  
• End time: Early evening
  
• Duration: Approx 3 hours
  
• Inclusions: Private guide (3hrs), wine and cheese tastings

If you cannot locate your guide, please contact your local contact at will be provided.

Booked By Scenset.

Enjoy about 1 hour at leisure before dinner.

Le Bon Marché: (Saint Germain)

• Chic Haven: Parisian shopping icon on the Left Bank, offering a curated collection of high-end fashion, beauty, and home goods.

La Grande Epicerie: (Saint Germain)

• Gourmet Paradise: Gastronomic haven within Le Bon Marché, featuring an extensive array of worldwide gourmet delights and epicurean treasures.

Samaritaine: (Rivoli, 1 arron.)

• Architectural Gem: Symbol of Parisian elegance, Samaritaine's grand reopening merges heritage with contemporary luxury, offering panoramic views from the rooftop terrace.

BHV (Bazar de l'Hôtel de Ville): (Le Marais)

• Urban Allure: Located in Le Marais, BHV is an urban lifestyle hub reflecting Paris's eclectic spirit, providing everything from fashion and home decor to DIY essentials.

Suggestions only

A few of our favorites are:

• Freddy's: Boasting one of the city's best selections of wine by the glass paired with delicious tapas. Located a short walk from your hotel,
  
• Early June: An in-the-know wine bar for locals featuring traveling chefs.
  
• Septime La Cave: Located just around the corner from one of the best contemporary French restaurants in Paris, with a focus on natural wine.
  
• Frenchie Bar à Vins: Known for it's choice selection of natural wines from France and Europe, and rare expertise in natural, organic, and biodynamic wines... although it can get a little chaotic, cramped, and loud here!

This is a recommendation only.

Enjoy dinner at Mun.

• Time: Evening
  
• Address: 52 Av. des Champs-Élysées, 75008 Paris, France
  
• Getting There: This is a short drive from your hotel - the hotel can assist you with calling a taxi
  
• Dress Code: Casual chic
  
• Google Maps Link: here
  
• Cancellation Policy: Can be cancelled without penalty more than 24hrs prior. In the event of cancellation after this date or failure to show up at the restaurant, the restaurant will charge Scenset will be provided, to be collected from the client by Scenset post-trip.

Any cancellation must be made ONLY by email, to the following address: contact@restaurant-mun.com.

Confirmed by Scenset through the Pavillon Faubourg Concierge - paid locally. If you'd like to cancel or amend this reservation, please speak with the Concierge at your hotel or email Mun directly.

Pavillon Faubourg Saint-Germain
1x Deluxe Room

• Breakfast included

This morning after breakfast, check out and meet your driver in the hotel lobby for your transfer to the airport.

• Meeting Location: Hotel Lobby
  
• Drive Time: Approx 45-60 minutes
  
• Driver: will be provided
  
• Greeter: will be provided

Booked by Scenset.

Upon arrival at CDG airport, you will be met at the curb by a representative. The representative will assist you with your luggage, facilitate VAT tax refunds, help you with your check-in, fast-track you through airport security and escort you to your departure gate (or lounge) for your flight.

Greeter: To be confirmed

Booked by Scenset.

Catch your international flight back to the U.S..

Booked Independently.