More than a hotel, more than a typical apartment. Just a stone's throw away from the iconic Victor Hugo metro station, and 5 minutes from Arc de Triomphe, Mode Paris offers a sleek, modern space while offering the classic Parisian feel to your stay, complete with an English speaking concierge in a cool neighborhood. Mode Paris is located in the 16th arrondissement, which has long been one of Paris' wealthiest neighborhoods--it's full of art, culture, fashion, and history. If this i[...]
Dates open for all winter! If you’re planning your trip to visit Paris, come discover real local Paris from the point of view of a devoted Foodie, travel writer and history buff. We get to go on off the beaten path, hang out and have a great time! There are two new tours I'm so excited to share with you, fresh for this month: The PARIS FOODIE TOUR - We discover some traditional (and new) French Food and Pasties in a historic part of Paris. Are you a baguette lover, croissant con[...]
Wanting to get out of the city for a romantic getaway weekend? Planning a girls day trip? We've rounded up the ten best places to travel outside of Paris--places that aren't too far and easily accessible. Get the best French getaways by visiting these charming locations - so close to the city, and rich with history - on your next trip to Paris! Chartres Just about an hour on the RER outside of Paris, this smaller town is one of the oldest in France! Its main attraction is its cathedral ([...]
There's now a fast train from Paris to Bordeaux 19 times a day! It's my 2nd favorite city - and in this mini ebook, I share with you the essentials to have a great few days in the city for solo, couple or families traveling with kids. Bordeaux is definitely worth a visit if you're in Paris for a few days and want to do another city that is relatively cheaper and close by but not short on Joie de vivre!! Categories include: where to EAT, DRINK, STAY and WANDER ...Also includes a "Self Guided[...]
Christophe Hay 2 Michelin stars chef ©La Maison d’à Côté by Julie Limont Just a stone's throw from the Château de Chambord (2 and 1/2 miles) and the pretty town of Blois (10 km), La Maison d'à Côté, a gourmet restaurant, and charming little hotel continues to excite those drawn to discover this region. So much so that the master of this place, Christophe Hay, received his second star in the Michelin Guide on January 21, 2019, making him one of only five chefs who have managed t[...]