Experiences Luxe
The independent luxury travel publication
Since November 2015Over 500 authentic reviews across 40+ countries, 80+ Michelin restaurants — independently published since 2015.
Experiential luxury, not excess.
We believe luxury is not about price tags. It’s about the moment a place reveals something unexpected — the concierge who remembers your name, the view that stops conversation, the meal that rewrites your understanding of a cuisine.
That’s what we’ve been looking for since 2015 — across 40 countries and six continents. Published in English and French, we bring an international perspective to luxury travel, covering everything from grand palaces to intimate boutique hideaways.
“Not the most expensive — the most memorable.”
HOW WE WORK
Editorial Standards
Our reviews are conducted on a complimentary basis, in line with standard practice across independent travel media.
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Independent & Complimentary
Our reviews are conducted on a complimentary basis, in line with standard practice across independent travel media.
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The Real Experience
We convey the experience as a guest would live it — the room we slept in, the meals we tasted, the service we received.
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Authentic Photography
Our imagery blends institutional photos with our own shots — the property’s vision alongside the reality of the experience.
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Editorial Freedom
Every review reflects our genuine experience. This independence is what has earned the trust of readers and partners since 2015.
WHAT WE COVER
Our World
In-depth reviews of the world’s finest properties — from palace hotels in Paris to onsen retreats in Japan, each stay personally experienced.
Hotels & Resorts
In-depth reviews of the world’s finest properties — from palace hotels in Paris to onsen retreats in Japan, each stay personally experienced.
Restaurants & Gastronomy
Michelin-starred restaurants reviewed with the same rigour as our hotel stays — the tasting menu, the wine pairing, the service, the setting.
Destinations & Experiences
Curated itineraries tested firsthand across six continents — Marrakech to the Atlas Mountains, Tokyo to the villages of the Japanese countryside.
Insider Guides
City-by-city, neighbourhood-level recommendations built from years of personal exploration — where to eat, where to stay, what to experience.
PARTNERSHIPS
500+ Reviews & Partnerships
Mandarin Oriental, Peninsula, Shangri-La, The Ritz-Carlton, Relais & Châteaux, Four Seasons, Rosewood, Belmond, St. Regis, Park Hyatt
Mandarin Oriental, Peninsula, Shangri-La, The Ritz-Carlton, Relais & Châteaux, Four Seasons, Rosewood, Belmond, St. Regis, Park Hyatt, One&Only, Kempinski, W Hotels, InterContinental, EDITION, The Oberoi, Andaz, COMO, Nobu, Capella, Dorchester Collection
…and hundreds more across 40+ countries
Florence
Founder & Editorial Director
Florence founded Experiences Luxe in 2015 and has since reviewed properties across 40+ countries and six continents. A former Forbes Luxury contributor, her editorial vision centres on experiential authenticity — seeking out the places that reward discerning travellers with substance over spectacle.
Founder of Experiences Luxe since 2015, former Forbes Luxury contributor. 40+ countries, six continents.
Gildas
Co-Founder & Technical Director
Gildas brings over 20 years of experience in digital marketing and technology. He designed and built the platform that powers the publication — a system underpinning every recommendation Experiences Luxe publishes, ensuring editorial integrity is supported by rigorous data.
20+ years in digital marketing and technology. He designed and built the platform powering every recommendation we publish.
Partnership & Press Inquiries
We collaborate with luxury brands that share our commitment to excellence. Get in touch to discuss editorial partnerships, press stays, or collaboration opportunities.
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