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Yesterday I noticed for the 2nd day in row it was free to ride the metro in Paris. On December 6th my son and I joked that they made it "libre access" because it was his birthday, but here we are again on the 3rd consecutive day and yes the metro and all public transportation for that matter is free for Paris and the banlieu/ suburbs. As with most metropolitan cities the culprit is the diesel and as there is not enough wind we are getting the pollution coming close to us on the ground. Who[...]

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Paris Safety: Kim Kardashian robbed in uncommon apartment theft

October 5, 2016

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unbeknownst to me everyone was talking about the Kim Kardashian robbery in Paris, and what most people where actually saying had little to do with being kind or sensitive to the mother of two. From a local, or rather expat point of view living here in Paris - I had to throw in my thoughts. However, not wanting to rush and cover something that I had very little information on I wanted until today to give my two cents - not solely on the life of the celebrity but the honesty of home robberies i[...]

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Paris on a Budget like a Champ!

September 1, 2016

How much are you budgeting for your next trip to Paris? Let's be honest, Paris is not cheap. Just like any major city, Paris is a hub for art, food and fun.? It can?cost a pretty penny especially if you plan on staying for a long period of time. Being students, my fellow bon vivantes and I have mastered the art of doing everything without completely draining our funds. Here are some tips on how to stay frugal in France. Caf? breaks - go to the counter ? Depending on your preference[...]

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Life in Paris: Security and Summer living

August 28, 2016

Recently we've seen an increase in (obvious) security in Paris. On the streets and even in the metros I've seen groups of police and military. I live close to the canal and see?them every time we go to the "Paris Plage", ?Paris Summer celebration made into a beach theme along the Seine and Canal. This summer they cancelled one of my annual favorite events for security concerns. The open air cinema at Parc de la Villette, a massive park a little bit close to the outskirts and the canal that is[...]

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LIVE: Paris Life and Questions on Periscope

April 28, 2016

Guys I've been writing a lot about places to eat and drink in Paris for a while now, but I also like to get to deeper topics like, you know "real life" in Paris. Paris is so much more than the pretty photos I shoot for our Instagram ?- it's so much more complex than that, plus I've been listening to all your comments and emails, but I'm so sorry I can't answer you all individually. So I'm testing out a virtual hangout conference, drop in or out whenever you like and you can follow from yo[...]

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How safe is Paris?

March 14, 2016

?La Republique, is it safe place to live???The Whatsapp message read? I wasn't sure how to respond to my dear friends message. She was collecting information for another dear friend of hers in the US. Republique is a central area of Paris where you'll find Place de la Republic connecting the Marais, Belleville and Poissonniere neighbourhoods.? So I was honest replying ?I?m here so I?d say it?s safe. But maybe if I was elsewhere I?d be asking the same questions? Was I being a bit too honest?[...]