Early Arrival If you plan on arriving earlier than the official check-in time (usually from 2pm), try to give your hotel as much notice as possible. If they’re completely booked, it may not be possible to have a clean room ready earlier than normal. The...
Author - Heather Stimmler
American-born travel journalist and non-profit media specialist living in Paris since 1995.
Renting a furnished apartment has become a popular alternative to staying in Parisian hotels.
Parisians take their food seriously, so to feel comfortable when dining out, it helps to know a few guidelines of politesse.
Foodie Links Paris Food Writers David Lebovitz Hungry for Paris Chocolate & Zucchini Other Dining Review Sites Le Fooding Madame Figaro Figaro Scope Time Out Paris (in English) Cooking Classes La Cuisine (classes in English & French) ...
Aside from hotels, apartment rentals, and bed & breakfast accommodations, there are a few other options to consider: Home Exchange There are many agencies on the internet that you san sign up with to exchange homes with a Parisian. Sometimes you...
Have you always wanted to be a professional travel journalist but don’t know where to start? This 5-day workshop in Paris will give you the hands-on experience, insider tips, and practical tools of the trade used by professional travel journalists. Join...
Traffic is dense, parking is expensive and almost impossible to find in the center (hotels rarely have private parking), and it’s not a very nice way to see the city. And then there's that vary peculiar way that Parisians drive.
Non-EU residents are eligible to receive a refund of the Value Added Tax (VAT, or détaxe TVA in French) on goods purchased in France.
Paris is generally safer than other major cities when it comes to violent crime (remember handguns are illegal), but visitors should still remain alert and use common sense.
There are two kinds of cabaret in France : the kind most tourists have heard of, featuring a perfectly choreographed troupe of identical topless dancers, and the intimate, artistic cabaret that celebrates French chanson, humorous wit, and artistic talent. You...
When looking for some entertainment options in Paris, don't forget to check out the many shows beloved by the locals as much as visitors, including world-renowned circus acts, magic shows, and the traditional children's puppet theatres still going strong in...
Sports & Races Paris hosts many prestigious sporting events throughout the year, and tickets should be purchased as far in advance as possible. Free events include the Marathon de Paris (April) and the Arrival of the Tour de France on the Champs-Elysées...
