Remember the first time you'd heard of Koh Samui? What about Koh Kood or Krabi or Chiang Mai or Khao Yai? Surely you've heard of some of them by now, and it's likely thanks to these hotels, some culinary diplomacy, and a certain film from 2000.

Once lagging behind in matters of mixology, the French capital is now a leading destination for cocktail drinkers. Here are The MICHELIN Guide's favourite spots, ranging from historic locals to new bars at the cutting edge of creativity.

At L’Écrin, this Chef/Pastry Chef duo work together like a well-oiled machine. Here, they tell The MICHELIN Guide the secrets of their success.

At Pantagruel, which garnered a Michelin Star in 2021, Jason Gouzy crafts opulent, indulgent cuisine. Exemplifying his generous spirit, each course comprises three complementary dishes. It's an exercise in style that Jason masters perfectly and translates into a playful and exhilarating experience for his guests.

We go inside the Inspector-approved spot and meet the team behind one of Paris's most inclusive and eco-minded restaurants

The infectiously enthusiastic chef tells us about his Michelin-Starred restaurant and his favourite spots in Paris

Fantastic, bold and trendy design – these hotels have it in spades, but it's not all that makes them among the hippest in Paris. Packed with art, events and public spaces, these are the coolest places to gather in the city.

Scaling the hills of Montmartre, shopping till you drop in the Grands Magasins, taking in endless museums? When your stay in the City of Light gets a little tiring, what better way to unwind than with a visit to a spa or hammam? Don't miss these wellness destinations from The MICHELIN Guide hotel selection.

In its 'One Chef, One City' series, The MICHELIN Guide shows major French cities through the eyes of the country’s greatest chefs. Chefs with close ties to the city where they were born, or with a passion for their adopted city, share original tips on the best restaurants, producers and suppliers – and give us a sneak peek into their address books!

South Africa’s parks and private game reserves are not only filled with the country’s “Big Five” wild animals, they also boast some of the world’s most respected and remarkable safari hotels.

The Molitor pool attracts Parisians keen to swim, while the Molitor hotel, recommended by the MICHELIN Guide’s experts, caters to happy travellers from all over the world. This quintessentially smart and fabulously hip venue in the French capital will leave you with unforgettable memories.

In emblematic districts where most of the capital's monuments are to be found, or in "villages" popular with Parisians, we've selected the best of our picks, from intimate hotels to emblematic palaces, from Bib Gourmand-awarded bistros to trendy Michelin-starred restaurants. Follow the Guide !

Who could even think of coming to Paris without going out for a meal, whether it be in a fancy Starred restaurant, a trendsetting brasserie or a friendly neighbourhood bolthole? Here is our pick of restaurants on the doorstep of some of the capital’s most well-known landmarks.

The establishments below have it all; they're MICHELIN hotels with MICHELIN restaurants. To be recognised as both is extremely rare and a testament to the quality of all aspects of the hotel. Come for the food, stay for the night

Discover this unpretentious, hearty bistro that offers generosity and hospitality to its guests

At Perception, the devil is in the detail. From the precision used to create the condiments to the selection of the produce, each touchpoint and idea yields perfect execution. Its Chef, Sukwon Yong, gives us the inside track.

Located in Pigalle, once the capital's red-light district but now more of a hipster magnet, Le Pigalle bears its name well. At the foot of Montmartre, among the neon shop signs, cool bars and lights of the Moulin Rouge, the hotel stands out from the crowd with its retro arty style.

One of the capital's most iconic restaurants is nestled within the ironwork of the Eiffel Tower, commanding unforgettable views of the City of Light from 125m up. Below, one MICHELIN Guide Inspector tells all on lunch inside Le Jules Verne