Searching for where to stay in Paris for the first time can be daunting. With 20 arrondissements (aka districts), countless neighborhoods, and over a thousand hotel options, planning a trip to Paris for the first time and picking the perfect hotel is nothing short of intimidating. Thankfully, after 13 years and 17 visits to Paris …
There are many things to know before visiting Paris for the first time. During my first trip to Paris back in 2012, I can honestly say that I wish I knew then what I do now. But after having lived in France and visited Paris many times, I have some great Paris travel tips to …
Looking for where to stay in Paris? I have lived in France and have visited Paris several times over the last 13 years, including almost every single month of the year. I have been to Paris a whopping 17 times! I visit multiple times a year for this blog and have stayed in a LOT …
Paris at Christmastime, I can remember it fondly in my mind. Images spring forth of twinkling lights around the city, dazzling window displays at Galeries Lafayette, melty raclette cheese being scraped onto a baguette at the Tuileries Christmas market, and all the excuses to have sips of mulled wine in between rounds of Champagne and …
When is the best time to visit Paris? Well…summer is fantastic thanks to the long and warm days plus beautiful flowers growing everywhere. But the heat can be insane at times with many places lacking AC! Winter is fantastic because there are fewer crowds, it’s much less expensive, and there are tons of cozy restaurants …
Alcohol free in Paris? Is that even possible? While it may seem impossible in a culture where wine is quite popular (and grown almost throughout the country!), it is actually possible to enjoy dinner and drinks in Paris without having alcohol. Not only are there French wineries making booze-free wine in France, but alcohol free …
Should you go to the Grand Masked Ball at Versailles? Let’s talk about it! Something you may not know about me is that I love history, historical costumes, and running around castles. Yes, I’ve run around castles in the Loire Valley, stayed at a chateau hotel in Normandy, and even did a whole day trip …
A 10 days in France itinerary creates a great amount of time to see some truly phenomenal parts of the country. It is enough time to sightsee, try delicious foods, and get a small insight into French culture. However, as it is a pretty large country, which is the best 10-day France itinerary for you? …
Paris in a week is kind of the perfect amount of time to see the city. It leaves plenty of time to discover both the main attractions like the Louvre and even enjoy smaller, hidden gems like a picnic in Parc des Buttes-Chaumont. As someone who has lived in France and has visited Paris on …
Spending 3 days in Paris is an absolute dream. Streets full of sidewalk cafes, the famed Eiffel Tower, and world-renowned art museums make Paris one of the most amazing cities in the world. Seriously, you could just spend your 3-day break in Paris by wandering the streets and popping into various charming places, and you’d …