As a local tour guide and lover of all things Paris I am so happy when I get to share this city with other fun loving intelligent women - and if you already feel that you fall in this category - read along! Have you ever dreamed of traveling to Paris but hesitated at the thought of going alone? Maybe you've longed for a trip filled with authentic experiences, meaningful connections, and a deep dive into the city’s culture—without the stress of planning everything yourself. You’re not[...]
10 Must-Do Activities in Paris This November Bonjour, fellow Paris lovers! As a local resident of over 10 years and a Paris tour guide, I’m thrilled to share my favorite things to do in the city this November. Whether you’re visiting for the first time or rediscovering old favorites, this guide is packed with seasonal highlights, from art exhibitions and holiday preparations to cozy cafés and hidden gems. My goal? To help you experience Paris the way we locals do, with warmth and[...]
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October marks the beginning of autumn in Paris. There’s a chill in the air and the leaves are justbeginning to change colors, so make sure to pack your most fashionable jacket, some comfyboots, and an umbrella before exploring the long list of activities in Paris this month. Why visit in October?Peak season slows in September but has entirely ended by October. That means less tourists, soyou won’t have to fight the crowds in and around your favorite attractions. Instead, expectshort line[...]
photo from top of L’Arc de triomphe, Wrapped by Christo and Jeanne-Claude. taken by Yanique Francis If you are coming to Paris to see L'Arc de Triomphe, Wrapped (Project for Paris, Place de l'Étoile - Charles de Gaulle), a temporary work of art from Saturday, September 18 to Sunday, October 3, 2021. Here's what you need to know and my first impressions from yesterday's Press viewing. In the presence of the Ministry of culture, Roselyne Bachelot[...]
Bastille Day is the day of celebrating French life and culture. It is a Fete National; National Celebration similar to Independence Day in the US even though here we actually celebrate the storming of the Bastille political prison, which was a representation of the injustice that many felt towards the french monarchy. It was ravaged and destroyed during the French Revolution. There was an economic crisis and people were fed up with Louis XVI, so here began the french culture of fighting[...]