Ritz Paris | the rebirth of a legend

I am anxiously awaiting the unveiling of the newly renovated Ritz Paris.

One of the iconic hotels of Paris, the Ritz needed renovation badly. Because it can take a long time (as in years, apparently) to obtain permits when historic buildings are involved, the process was delayed… but renovations are now well underway. This video gives just a glimpse of the painstaking work underway and an anticipation of the glorious rebirth to come.

I'll be in Paris this April. While it won't be possible to tour the construction scene, I will be having tea with the sales manager of the Ritz Paris - hopefully to see some drawings of the newly designed rooms. Paris is blessed with many great hotels, and I expect the Ritz to be one of the true jewels of the luxury palace hotels of Paris.

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