On the southern finish of the white-sand sweep at Meads Bay, this assortment of 15 one- and two-bedroom condo-style suites has been open since January 2020. It’s a perfect base for families and extended-stay guests who’ll appreciate the items’ absolutely equipped kitchens, washer/dryers, private hot tubs, and spacious sq. footage. There’s no restaurant, but staff can prepare personal chefs, and the hotel is walking distance from a few of the island’s best eating places. 50 miles west of Paris, another beloved jaunt from the town center is Giverny, the former residence of famend impressionist painter Claude Monet. Even if you’ve never heard of the two-and-a-half sq. mile village, you’re probably familiar with Monet’s “Water Lilies,” a collection of 250 oil paintings impressed by the gardens round his home. Wander through the lush landscape of Fondation Monet and you’ll be unsurprised to seek out that it looks like strolling by way …