Laurent Gardinier

Laurent Gardinier, President of Relais & Châteaux and co-owner of Domaine Les Crayères and Le Taillevent, shares his journey in hospitality. He dives into the importance of meaningful connections in travel experiences and how the collection promotes sustainability and local culture. Laurent discusses the upcoming 70th anniversary of Relais & Châteaux, the shift toward boutique hospitality, and the challenges of expanding into new markets like India and China while maintaining high standards. Passion and collaboration are key themes throughout.