ue to its sleek, industrial design and much ballyhooed French-fused culinary sculptures, this patio atop the boutique hotel Le Place d’Armes has quickly become the crème de la crème for those seeking the hippest and most cosmopolitan of urban lounging.

Immersed in foreign money and local energy, these gorgeous patrons eagerly submit to Aix La Terrace’s numerous charms. Indulge in ultra-hip fondue dishes and super-designer Martinis, including a few concoctions from the über mixologist lab. – A.J.