In the heart of Paris is Castille Paris, a member of the Preferred Hotels & Resorts L.V.X Collection. It’s the ideal location for taking in the city’s must-see landmarks, such as the Louvre, Place Vendôme and the Champs-Élysées.

For a mid-morning pick-me-up, Breizh Café is one of the most popular creperies in the city thanks to its Breton-style buckwheat galettes and sweet crêpes. Get there early to avoid the queues!

A city made for art lovers, there’s a gallery or exhibition to suit every taste. This summer, Musee d’Orsay will present immersive exhibitions devoted to the likes of Claude Rutault, Degas, Manet and Victor Albert Prout.

Perched above the buzzing streets of Paris, Georges boasts some of the best views of the Parisian skyline. When the sun goes down, this is a great spot for watching the sky colour with a glass of bubbly – you can catch the Eiffel Tower as it lights up too.

For dinner, Paris is buzzing with both Michelin-starred restaurants (book ahead for a table at the likes of Le Meurice or the more intimate Frenchie and classic French bistros. Try Café de Flore for the latter – it’s a favourite with tourists and locals alike.

As you drive out of the city, pay a visit to La Vallée Village visit, where this summer you’ll find late-night shopping, soundtracked by exciting local musicians – not to mention the world’s best designers, at the world’s best prices.

Continue on to the lovely Reims – a city famed for its fizz. There you’ll spend the afternoon hopping between all the big-name champagne houses including Taittinger, Veuve Clicquot and Pommery , who offer unique cellar tours and tastings.

End your day at the Château Les Crayeres – a decadent retreat in the heart of Reims – and discover some of the finest French cuisine at the two-Michelin-starred Le Parc restaurant.

Have time for an extra day? Disneyland Paris offers a buzz for small and grown-up kids alike. Join your favourite Disney friends for a day of spectacular shows, luminous light displays and much more. The electrifying new show ‘Alice & the Queen of Hearts: Back to Wonderland’, featuring Alice and other beloved characters as they return to Wonderland, promises to be a highlight.

Finish your holiday in true Parisian style with a seaside escape to the Normandy town of Deauville. Spend a picture-perfect day paddling in the ocean, sampling homemade ice cream at Martine Lambert, and exploring the famous timber-framed houses along the boardwalk.

While in Deauville, sample traditional Norman dishes and local seafood. L’Essentiel, a contemporary bistro serving fusion cuisine, and Le Drakkar , an upmarket French brasserie renowned for its oysters, are our favourites.

If lounging on the beach isn’t your thing, why not plan your trip around one of the town’s bustling horse events, visit a world-class golf course or relax at a sea therapy spa – try Thalasso Deauville.