A lot of people, Parisians included, think of the ugly 1960s residential towers of Chinatown when they think of the 13th arrondissement. But this southeastern district of Paris is very large, and my own corner is quite adorable, if I say so myself. Here are...
Author - Heather Stimmler
American-born travel journalist and non-profit media specialist living in Paris since 1995.
France is finally catching onto the eBay craze!
I'm happy to announce that my first self-published book, Naughty Paris: A Lady's Guide to the Sexy City, was named Best Travel Guidebook of the year in the 2009 Independent Publisher Book Awards.
A few addresses to avoid getting ripped off on your currency exchanges in Paris...
IN THIS ISSUE: * Chat with Heather on Twitter * Metro/Bus Route Finder PDA App * From SFR to Simpleo for 50% Discount * Artists’ Ateliers Facing Expulsion * More Sunday Shopping Options * Annual Disneyland Paris Pass for €99 * American Woman Seeks Paris House...
While the rest of the world queues up to buy medical masks as the swine flu spreads, the French are worried about something completely different. That is, if you're the boss...
Sure, there are plenty of classical and jazz festivals in France. But for those of us who like our music loud, here are some noteworthy outdoor festivals featuring a mix of international headliners and local talent...
Americans say the French are lazy. The French reply that Americans are workaholics. Who's right?
Two new English-laguage magazines are now being published and distributed in Paris. One is rather good, but the other is not so convincing...
In the USA, we grow up with the legend that the Easter Bunny is the one who hides the eggs for the kids to find on Easter day. But not so in France and other Catholic countries in Europe. Here, the church bells are the ones who bring the eggs to your home on...
Strikes, construction, and rate hikes at the Eiffel Tower since April 1st frustrate visitors...
There's no better way to shake off any lingering winter blahs and get your body ready for warm weather than with a detoxifying session in one of Paris' many spas and hammams. Here are my top five recommendations...
