Paris, France
September 8–14, 2025
$9,750 single occupancy (1 attendee in 1 hotel room)
$8,750 each double occupancy (2 attendees in 1 shared hotel room)
$11,500 single plus one (1 attendee and 1 traveling companion in 1 shared hotel room)
Stroll the City of Light with the editors of Victoria during a week brimming with inspiration. There will be considerable walking during this Live Your Bliss Retreat, as Paris is a city best explored and experienced on foot. Cross the threshold of five-star Le Marais hotel Le Grand Mazarin, and step into a gracious milieu of hospitality. Delve into French culture with private tours of historic sites, including Notre-Dame de Paris and Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte. Treasures await as friends of the magazine open doors to exclusive shopping experiences. Sip tea at The Ritz Paris and Champagne during a sunset river cruise, and savor Gallic fare during an exclusive La Cuisine market visit and cooking class. So many more beautiful moments await as we explore Paris amid the prismatic colors of autumn.
Each registered attendee will receive a one-year subscription to Victoria. If you’re already a subscriber, you have the option of extending your subscription or gifting it.
A Special Gift for Our Guests!
Retreat attendees will receive this beautiful hardcover
volume as a welcome gift from Victoria.
What’s Included
- 6 hotel nights at the five-star Le Grand Mazarin
- Afternoon tea at The Ritz Paris
- Textile Tour with Rebecca Devaney
- Hands-on cooking class at La Cuisine
- Treasure hunting with Hana Wilson
- Guided tours of Notre-Dame and Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte
- Champagne river cruise
- Welcome reception, breakfast daily, three-course lunch, and closing dinner
- One-year subscription to Victoria
- Special gifts from Victoria
- Travel by private coach to some excursions
What’s Not Included
- Airfare/travel to and from Paris
- Airport transfers
- Some lunches and dinners
What’s Included
- 6 hotel nights at the five-star Le Grand Mazarin
- Afternoon tea at The Ritz Paris
- Textile Tour with Rebecca Devaney
- Hands-on cooking class at La Cuisine
- Treasure hunting with Hana Wilson
- Guided tours of Notre-Dame and Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte
- Champagne river cruise
- Welcome reception, breakfast daily, three-course lunch, and closing dinner
- One-year subscription to Victoria
- Special gifts from Victoria
- Travel by private coach to some excursions
What’s Not Included
- Airfare/travel to and from Paris
- Airport transfers
- Some lunches and dinners
What’s Included
- 6 hotel nights in five-star accommodations
- Welcome reception, breakfast daily, afternoon tea, river cruise, closing dinner
- Transportation from Le Grand Mazarin to The Ritz Paris
What’s Not Included
- Airfare/travel to Paris
- Airport transfers
- Some meals
- Excursions, including tours and cooking class
- One-year subscription to Victoria
- Special gifts from Victoria
Have a question about the Live Your Bliss Retreat? Contact Us.
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You are required to pay your deposit and sign a travel waiver and acknowledgement of cancellation policy via AdobeSign within 48 hours of receiving a confirmation email. Each person traveling in your reservation must sign this document. Reservations will be taken in the order in which we receive emails.
Monday, September 8
Arrive in Paris and settle into Le Grand Mazarin, a five-star auberge located in the heart of Le Marais, one of the City of Light’s most charming neighborhoods. Enjoy a welcome reception at the hotel so you can meet Victoria editors and your fellow travelers. After this gathering, you are free to explore the city at your leisure.
Tuesday, September 9
After breakfast, set out for our first full day in the City of Light. We will divide into two groups for tours led by textile artist and expert Rebecca Devaney. Among our stops in the bustling neighborhood of Le Sentier—known as a textile and garment district—visit the oldest haberdashery in Paris, a shop brimming with hand-painted tapestries, a showroom of exquisite ribbons and fabric, and a silk thread boutique normally open only to industry professionals. Reuniting at The Ritz Paris, our coterie will gather in the Salon de Gramont to savor Pastry Chef François Parret’s Thé a la Française. This lovely teatime includes tea, coffee, or hot chocolate, served alongside a selection of traditional petit-fours and other seasonal biscuits. Toast to our day of bliss with a glass of Champage Barons de Rothschild Réserve Ritz or a “French bloom” non-alcoholic sparkling wine.
Wednesday, September 10
After breakfast, embark on a day devoted to the exquisite flavors of Gallic fare. Walk to La Cuisine Paris, an English-speaking culinary school overlooking the Seine. The adventure begins with a guided shopping excursion, where we will select a vibrant bounty of market-fresh ingredients. Returning to the kitchen, we will be led by a chef in a hands-on cooking class—preparing a seasonal menu that we will savor together for lunch. When we return to Le Grand Mazarin, you are free to enjoy the rest of the day at your leisure.
Thursday, September 11
After breakfast, we will divide into two groups for a tour of Notre-Dame de Paris. Led by Claudine Hemingway, a knowledgeable author and historian, explore the renovated interiors of this medieval cathedral, first built in the twelfth century and recently restored after the iconic church was nearly destroyed by fire in 2019. Our schedule begins with sunlight filtering through stained glass windows and ends with rays dancing across the water during a Champagne river cruise, where our entire group will watch the sun set over the Seine.
Friday, September 12
After breakfast, depart via private coach for an excursion to Château de Vaux-le-Vicomte, nestled in the village of Maincy, near Melun. At this magnificent property—actually the largest private estate recognized as a historical monument in all of France—explore centuries of history. Wonder begins with the formal gardens, a jardin à la française that inspired the landscape design of Versailles, and the awe continues with a tour of the Baroque French château, built between 1656 and 1661 for Nicolas Fouquet, who was the keeper of finances for King Louis XIV. Sipping wine and coffee within the sumptuous environs of a seventeenth-century room, our group will enjoy an exclusive three-course lunch at the château.
Saturday, September 13
After breakfast, set out for a day of treasure hunting alongside art dealer Hana Wilson of French Art Shop, as she introduces us to one of her secret sources, a private warehouse south of Paris that is usually reserved for design professionals and movie producers. During this exclusive visit, we will explore a vast array of antiques. Following a group lunch, visit one of the largest wholesale flower markets in the world. As the conclusion to our week of bliss, gather around the table for our closing dinner at Chez Julien, an upscale bistro known for its “brasserie chic.”
Sunday, September 14
Depart for home with a heart brimming with memories and a suitcase full of collected treasures.
Accommodations
We’ll stay at the fabulous new five-star hotel, Le Grand Mazarin, in the heart of the Le Marais neighborhood.
Due to the uniqueness and European charm of this hotel, double-occupancy rooms do not have two beds. Two sets of linens for one bed can be provided upon request.
If you are interested in extending your time in Paris or upgrading to a suite, please inquire by emailing victoriaevents@hoffmanmedia.com.
Travel to and from Paris
Guests are responsible for getting themselves to Paris and to Le Grand Mazarin on Monday, September 8, when the retreat commences with a welcome reception. Guests will be responsible for getting themselves from Le Gran Mazarin to the airport or next destination on Sunday, September 14.
The Victoria team is at your disposal to help you navigate travel. Email victoriaevents@hoffmanmedia.com for assistance.
Booking
Half of the retreat cost (50%) is due within 48 hours along with a signed travel waiver and cancellation policy acknowledgment to secure your reservation. The second half of the retreat cost (50%) is due May 1, 2025. We accept payment by American Express, Visa, Mastercard, PayPal, and Amazon Pay. Trip prices are in US dollars.
Costs
The price of the trip includes all hotel accommodations, some meals, some activities, and transfers to/from scheduled retreat activities. Single-occupancy, double-occupancy, and retreat participant plus travel companion rates are available.
Your credit card will be charged by Hoffman Media, the parent company of Victoria.
Cancellation
Since the trip is nonrefundable, we suggest buying trip insurance.
If you don’t purchase travel insurance, you agree to indemnify us against any charges that might otherwise be covered by your insurance. You further agree that we are not responsible for any costs of cancellation or costs related to travel interruptions or COVID-19. Due to COVID-19, there may be limitations relating to activities. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result of changing circumstances. Please know that we are working closely with our partners to plan and execute a safe retreat for our guests, but there is an inherent risk of exposure to COVID-19 when traveling. By booking this retreat, you acknowledge and assume these risks associated with travel.
We reserve the right to cancel this retreat if fewer than 18 participants have signed up by April 1, 2025. We will send an email confirmation to all participants when this number has been met. If Victoria initiates the cancellation, we will refund all payments.
Have a question about this retreat? Email victoriaevents@hoffmanmedia.com.
What airport do I fly into?
There are daily flights from the US to Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG). Upon arrival at CDG, we recommend taking a taxi from the official taxi stand to Le Grand Mazarin. If you’d prefer to book a car service, the hotel can do that on your behalf.
Can I extend my stay at the hotels?
If you’d like to inquire about additional nights in Paris, email victoriaevents@hoffmanmedia.com. Some guests like to book a room for the night before their arrival, so it is ready after all-night flights from the US. We can make requests for early check-ins but cannot guarantee your room will be ready before the official hotel check-in time.
Is breakfast included?
Daily breakfast is included.
Are children able to attend this retreat?
All participants must be 18 years old or older to attend this retreat.
What should I plan to wear during retreat events?
We suggest smart casual attire with comfortable walking shoes for most excursions, with dressy attire more fitting for select events. Retreat attendees will receive a complete itinerary that includes day-by-day guidance on apparel. Typical weather for early April in Paris includes mild temperatures, with highs in the mid 60s and lows in the mid 40s. Activities will proceed rain or shine.
If I book a double-occupancy package, will the hotel room have two beds?
Due to the uniqueness and European charm of the hotels, double-occupancy rooms do not have two beds. If you are traveling with a friend or adult child, you can request two sets of linens on one bed.
Will we have any free time?
You will have some free time in Paris to explore on your own. We will equip you with our list of favorite restaurants, shops, and activities.
To reserve your space, email victoriaevents@hoffmanmedia.com. You will be required to pay your deposit within 48 hours and sign a travel waiver and acknowledgement of cancellation policy via AdobeSign. Reservations will be taken in the order in which we receive emails.
