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Posts Tagged ‘Eiffel Tower’
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A friend of mine was begrudgingly moving from Paris back to the US, and though I’m not pleased about her move, I was more than happy to accompany her for her last meal in Paris. My mind started racing through all the restaurants in Paris as I tried to imagine where I would want my last bite—but luckily I don’t need to figure that out right now! My friend decided she needed some good food in a memorable setting, so we met at Les...
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Judging from the number of couples holding hands and looking lovingly into each other’s eyes as they walk along the Seine, past the Eiffel Tower, one is convinced that Paris remains a premier honeymoon destination. Practically speaking, the honeymoon is a newlywed couple’s vacation taken 1) when they have a rare, extended amount of time off work; 2) as a reward for tireless wedding planning; and 3) perhaps most important, because it may be the last time they travel without children in tow! But, traveling with kids in Paris can actually make the city come alive in a different and equally enjoyable way....
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I wouldn’t be caught dead taking tours in Paris or anywhere else. I hate feeling like a tourist. I prefer to discover a city on my own, ambling around and finding that corner café as if I were the first one in the world to see it. But there are certain things that even I can’t figure out on my own. Sometimes I have to turn to the pros, but I won’t do so unless they’ll show me Paris in a way that’s special and unique, not in a way that I can find in every...
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Sometimes I feel like I don’t exist. Like I’m a ghost that nobody can see or hear. This happens often in Paris, mostly when I am being ignored by an overly busy café waiter, but especially when I go on my morning run at the Champ de Mars. It’s amazing to me, but there seem to be two parallel universes in that park. The tourists come to stroll, picnic and, of course, climb the Eiffel Tower. They are out there in full force, yet never have I seen them stop to photograph the local scene. And what a local scene there...
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So you are finally going to Paris. But where to stay? Picking the wrong Parisian hotel can put a damper on your entire experience. On a recent trip I visited a number of new or redone hotels, from budget to green to luxury. In one way or another these Paris hotels inspired me, and I hope they will capture your imagination and motivate you to plan a trip to Paris in...
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A week in Paris sounds like plenty of time, but after minimal research, many visitors develop the "so much to see, so little time" syndrome. Never fear: many of the city's museums have terrific dining options and interesting gift shops, so you can visit, dine and shop for souvenirs efficiently. The national museums have a great selection, which is perfect if you are here for the holidays and need some last-minute gifts. Whether you’re shopping for toddlers or grandparents, traditional types or trendsetters, you will find a gem for everyone on your list. If you run out of time, the national museums have an online boutique, which can definitely make your life...
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We had hardly got settled with our glasses of wine and hors d’oeuvres when my friend leaned forward and said in an anxious voice, “So tell me—do you think my husband and I should go up the Eiffel Tower on our first trip?” It wasn’t quite the question I was expecting when I agreed to meet for drinks to talk about their forthcoming trip to Paris. And yet it summed up a lot about how people feel about the first visit. The anticipation. The choices. The pressure to Do It...
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To and from the airport
I recommend Shuttle Inter, which, contrary to its name, is a private car service with multilingual drivers. The standard...
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If you’ve ever been to a large bookstore on a Saturday afternoon in Paris, you’ve seen teens strewn across the floor, folded up into every available nook and even perched precariously on the odd bookshelf. Whatever is going on? Comics! And if you head through the bookstore to the comics section (often the largest section...
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Paris is a city made for picnics. There are all those tempting bakeries with their simple yet scrumptious sandwiches, and the outdoor markets with their gorgeous and tasty produce, conveniently situated near thoroughly enchanting parks everywhere you turn. How could one resist? We French, in our tiny apartments, head out as soon as the sun...
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