A complete listing of the major museum expositions in Paris at the moment, with all of the info you need to make the most of the cultural options this season.
Author - Heather Stimmler
American-born travel journalist and non-profit media specialist living in Paris since 1995.
An in-depth look at why most Paris sightseeing passes don’t deliver the savings or convenience they promise, and the three lesser-known alternatives that actually make sense.
A Mexican celebration that has become popular worldwide is the Día de Muertos, or Day of the Dead Festival, on November 1st. France celebrates their dead on the same day — which they call Toussaint, or All Saints’ Day — in their own solemn...
There are so many misconceptions about tipping in France, leading to anxiety and unnecessary tipping when (even the Parisians would prefer) you could be spending it on wine.
Discover the Parisian art scene through Portes Ouvertes, annual events that open artist studios throughout the city to the public. This article offers some tips on checking out these events, when and where they take place, and what to expect when you dive in!
Paris has many options for cooking classes and wine tastings, whether you're an absolute beginner looking for English classes or an enthusiast who wants to improve your French vocab.
With all the coffee and wine you'll be drinking in Paris, it's good to know there are plenty of free public restrooms. French toilets aren't as bad as people think they will be, but there are definitely a few quirks.
How to make the most of Paris Plage, the annual event where the city transforms into a beach resort with lounge chairs, palm trees, swimming, music, open-air sports, and al fresco dining.
La Fête Nationale celebrating the 1789 French Revolution is one of the biggest holidays in France, celebrated since 1880 with a popular military parade and flyover on the Champs-Elysées and an evening of fireworks and music at the Eiffel Tower. There are many...
The vegan options in Paris have exploded in the past five years, and continue to grow every day. This is a listing of the best places to find reliable information about vegan restaurants, food shops and events in Paris, completely updated for 2023.
The Ennery Museum is a unique collection of Japanese and Chinese artworks that belonged to the late 19th-century collector Clémence d’Ennery. In this Article: Who was Clémence d’Ennery? Clémence’s Unique Collection The Museum’s Complicated History How to...
Forget about driving, Paris has one of the best public transportation networks in the world! Generally considered safe, clean, affordable and widespread throughout the city and its suburbs, make like a local and get to know the city's bus, metro, tram and...
