In what could probably be a regular segment called “Busting the Click-Bait Misinformation”, yet another “news” story circulating in the English-speaking press about Paris needs correcting. – France fears baguette crisis as...
Insider Tips
Like any large city, Paris has its fair share of scammers, pickpockets and purse-snatchers. Visitors don't need to be paranoid, but being aware of the most common tactics used by thieves will help you be prepared in case they decide to target you.
Inside this Issue: * Can You Wear Shorts in Paris? * Budget Paris Flights from Boston or DC * Stay with a Parisian in a Real B&B * Escape the Heat in Hidden Paris Courtyard Cafés * Free USB Charger at Paris Bus Shelters * Discover the Best Secrets of Paris in...
Everyone loves a good hiding place, especially when it means escaping the crowded, noisy, hot Parisian streets in the middle of a summer heat-wave to enjoy a cool drink in the shade. Here are two favorites in the heart of St-Germain-des-Prés. ...
There’s no better way to experience what it’s really like to live like a Parisian than to live with one in an authentic Bed & Breakfast, aka Chambre d’Hôte in France. There are many vacation rentals in Paris, but since so many of...
Paris has been steadily rolling out the sleek new bus shelters since the spring, and they have free USB charger ports for when your gadget starts to lose juice.
"Next Stop Paris" is a 13-episode Canadian TV series about Paris that featuring my good friend and fellow travel expert Lisa Pasold.
In Paris, a new service, Luck-It! is an official website for buying or reselling your entry bibs.
If you’re looking for a Parisian charm for yourself or for a gift and would like to avoid the international chains that have popped up all over town, check out this cute little jewelry boutique in St-Germain-des-Prés. Lilou (146 blvd St...
Centre National d’Art et de Culture Georges Pompidou Place Georges Pompidou (Rue Rambuteau/Rue St-Martin), 4th M° Rambuteau or Hôtel-de-Ville Tel 01 44 78 12 33 This modern center for the arts with the controversial “inside-out” architecture is made up of the...
Palais de la Découverte Av. Franklin-D.-Roosevelt, 8th M° Champs Elysées-Clemenceau or Franklin-D.-Roosevelt Tel 01 56 43 20 20 www.palais-decouverte.fr In a lively hands-on approach, this museum leads the visitor to discover the sciences from chemistry...
Cernuschi Musée des Arts de l’Asie de la Ville de Paris 7 avenue Vélasquez, 8th M° Monceau or Villiers Tel 01 53 96 21 50 www.paris.fr As one of the oldest museums in Paris, the Musée Cernuschi (Municipal Museumof Asian Arts) offers a rich collection of...
