When you picture luxury travel, what comes to mind? Champagne on ice? Designer luggage? Five-star hotels? The truth is, the greatest...

At Maison d’Amies, every retreat is thoughtfully curated, right down to the region, the experiences, and even the recipes you’ll bring home. We’re not about rushing for Instagram photo op, we’re about slow travel, savoring the food, history, and culture that make each corner of France so special. Whether it’s a cooking class in Provence, cider tasting in Normandy, or uncovering hidden gems in Avignon, here’s how we craft unforgettable journeys just for you.

Step inside our trip-planning process with a behind-the-scenes look at how we found La Maison Pomme for our Normandy Beyond the Beaches retreat. Nestled in the heart of one of France’s Plus Beaux Villages, this charming apple-hued haven is owned by Nathalie, a passionate local host who makes every guest feel at home. From the storybook streets to the thoughtful touches inside, see how we choose retreat homes that make you fall in love with France.

At Maison d'Amies, we believe that travel is most meaningful when it's rooted in connection, to people, to places, and to ourselves. As...

Why a Retreat for Book Lovers? There’s something about Provence that slows your heart rate and sparks your imagination. Maybe it’s the...

Welcome to the table. This is the first post in our new weekly series, Baguettes & Big Feelings, a little corner of the internet where...

Luxury Women's Retreat Packing There's something magical about stepping away from the everyday and immersing yourself in a world curated...

When I first dreamed up Maison d'Amies , I envisioned more than just a beautiful retreat in Provence...I imagined a place where every...

It’s only been a few days since our guests packed their bags, hugged each other goodbye (some with tears in their eyes), and said à...

Ménerbes: Our home for the week! At Maison d’Amies, we don’t just host retreats—we obsess over the details so every moment feels...

We're for women who'd rather raise a glass than hold a plank or chant in a yurt. When people hear the word "retreat," they often think of...

Uncover why today's moment is ideal for intentional, small-group women's retreats in Europe: stress free, safe, seamless. If you’ve been...

For those who find equal joy in the perfectly aged wine and the perfectly crafted story, Provence is a dream destination. With its...

When women join a Maison d’Amies retreat, they’re not just signing up for a vacation—they’re stepping into a thoughtfully curated...

When you think of a women’s retreat in the South of France, you might picture pastel-colored villages, sprawling vineyards, and leisurely...

When travelers dream of Provence, they often picture lavender fields, golden light, and charming hilltop villages. But beyond the...

If you had told me years ago that I’d be running women-only luxury retreats in France, I probably would have laughed. My career path didn’t start in hospitality or tourism, it started in scrubs. I've spent years as a nurse, caring for patients, managing that crazy night shift in the emergency department, and perfecting my gallows humor in what some might call an unhealthy coping mechanism. Nursing was and is incredibly fulfilling for me (I'm still a licensed nurse, just no l

A Cafe Gourmand is a great way to end a long lunch in Provence. If there’s one thing France is known for, it’s the food. From flaky...

Imagine waking up to the sound of birds chirping, the scent of lavender drifting through the open window, and the soft golden light of...

“Slow travel is being in a place long enough to experience it without having a strict itinerary. It isn’t about seeing everything but...