The French Riviera Could Be the Next White Lotus Location-and Here's Why It's Perfect, According to a Local (and a Fan)

"If sources close to the hit HBO show are to be believed, The White Lotus is planning its next seven-night all-inclusive vacation in ... France. The news has turned the spotlight firmly on the three Four Seasons properties in the country: Hotel George V in Paris, Four Seasons Hotel Megève in the French Alps, and Four Seasons Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat on the French Riviera."

"Megève has emerged as an early fan favorite, with many intrigued by the fresh narrative potential an alpine setting could offer. Plenty have already commented that the French Riviera might feel too similar to season 2, which saw relationships unravel under the Sicilian sun, while a full season in Paris could feel a touch too urban."

"As for White himself, the only hint he has given about season 4 is that he wants "to get a little bit out of the crashing waves on rocks vernacular ..." Given that, the odds might not favor Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat, perched above waves crashing into the jagged coastline of the billionaire-friendly Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat. That said, the property remains one of the most exclusive in the country-checks all the classic White Lotu s boxes."

"The swimming pool is sublime, set against the blues of the Mediterranean Sea. The on-site restaurants include the Michelin-starred Le Cap (and we all know how much the White Lotus guests love to dine at their hotel hotel), and a scattering of ultra-private villas across the grounds are practically made for bad-or at least naughty-things to happen."

The White Lotus is reportedly targeting France for its next seven-night, all-inclusive season, focusing on three Four Seasons properties: Hotel George V in Paris, Four Seasons Hotel Megève in the Alps, and Four Seasons Grand-Hôtel du Cap-Ferrat on the Riviera. Megève is an early fan favorite for its alpine narrative potential, while the Riviera risks feeling similar to season two and Paris might feel too urban. Cold climates are cited as a concern, casting doubt on Megève even though the Alps are warm in summer when filming typically occurs. Cap-Ferrat offers classic show ingredients: exclusivity, a sublime Mediterranean pool, Michelin-starred dining and private villas conducive to scandal.

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