Hoosta Magazine

Are you ready for a weekend on the road of wines from Bergerac? The editorial staff of Hoosta Magazine has spotted a 17th century property, proudly settled on a hill, surrounded by vineyard and orchards, right in the heart of the purple Perigord, in the Aquitaine country, halfway between Sarlat and Saint-Emilion. The picturesque [...]

There’s a fine line between the restaurant and the hotel business… Imagine you’re in the Basque upcountry, on a northern ridge of mountain Ursuia near the lovely village of Hasparren, 35 kilometers from Biarritz. Lost on top of the clouds, there’s a farm dating back to 1746, reassuring shelter from the greatness of nature. [...]

On the Atlantic coast, Bordeaux is mostly known from tourists for its wine labels rather than for its 2.5 million annual visitors. The awakening of the “sleeping beauty” came along an artistic and cultural revival. Listed as City of Art and History and as UNESCO World Heritage, Bordeaux is the home of the most [...]

The Basque Country. A country filled with elegant seaside resorts and lovely villages perched on the verdant hills. A country where the mountains meet with the ocean while France smiles at Spain. A country loving its folklore, preserving its own language and enjoying its traditions. On the Basque coast, the best surf spot in [...]

In the heart of the Basque Country, between the lively Biarritz and Saint-Jean-de-Luz is the authentic village of Bidart. Between the sea and the mountains, tourism and local activities, the Hôtel du Fronton welcomes you in an authentic setting, on the lovely square of the cityhall, near the “fronton” (“pelota court”) to which it [...]

The Ile-de-Ré: its beaches, fauna, flora, dunes… Breathtaking landscapes and absolute tranquility. In this ideal setting stands the Hôtel des Portes, a charming little hotel in the heart of the village and near the golf course.

The establishment was built out of sustainable material, which makes it not only elegant, but also a green hotel. [...]

The Basque coast in renowned for its smooth way of life, its wild blond haired surfers and its legendary atmosphere. In Biarritz is one of the most original hotels in the area: the Mirano Hotel. Recently renovated by Jean-Daniel and Ramuntxo as a low-price boutique hotel, this hotel stands as a tribute to the [...]

Reuniting with true values for a weekend (a week or even more!) is sometimes necessary. Les Sources de Caudalie is a concentrate of happiness and fulfillment: picturesque décor, proximity to nature, relaxation, natural beauty treatments, exquisite dishes and wine tasting… what more could you ask for? A stay, symbol of the French way of [...]

Perched on the heights of Pyla-sur-Mer, the hotel-restaurant La Co(o)rniche reopened last May after 14 months of renovation, with the promise of magical evenings and poetry inspired by Philippe Starck himself. The spirit of this former oyster farm, meeting point of the upper class and aristocracy in the 30’s, is still very present. Sheltered [...]

The brand new Hôtel 202 which opened last spring in Hossegor is the design surprise of summer 2010. In downtown Hossegor, 50 meters from the golf designed by J. Morisson in 1930, the Hôtel 202 is flirting between design and a “beach” spirit linked to its environment. It’s a paradise for surfers and golfers, [...]

Rather jet set or rather golden retirement? In summer, two choices for those wishing to spend their holidays in the South of France: the very bling bling Mediterranean coast and the Atlantic coast, more unspoilt. So before you make your choice, take a look at the charming boutique hotel we found facing Arcachon and [...]