Category: Paris
See 2 Countries for 1 Price – 6 Great Multi-Country Deals
Flying has become such a hassle these days, why not take in two countries on your next trip instead of one? You’ll reduce the stress of a long flight by tucking in two destinations into one journey. Here are some terrific two-fer offers that have come across our desks: 1) Cook Islands and New Zealand [...]
World's Most Luscious Food Markets
Local food markets give a glimpse into the soul of a destination. The crops that local farmers grow and the culinary creations that food artisans produce speak to the history of the location and the traditions of its citizens. Nothing is more pleasing and engrossing than roaming among the stalls of a neighborhood farmer’s market [...]
5 Fun and Surprising Outdoor Activities in Paris
Beach It In Paris – yes, Paris! Each July and August since 2002, Paris creates its own beaches right along the banks of the River Seine (by the Pont Neuf, Notre-Dame and Pont au Change). Industrious crews bring in over 3,000 tons of sand to create an urban beach right along the city’s beloved Seine [...]
Free Sightseeing Tours in Europe's Favorite Cities
Sandeman’s New Europe offers a new concept in sightseeing – free walking tours in Europe’s major tourism cities – London, Paris, Munich, Amsterdam, Madrid, etc. Their philosophy is that great tours should be offered to everyone and you should pay what you can afford – voila, tip based touring. You can bet the guides are [...]
Ten Simple French Travel Phrases
If you’re headed off to France this year and are a bit nervous about communicating, fear not. Just watch this terrific video clip we found on GeoBeats.com entitled “Top Local Phrases”. The adorable host, Sabine Cormy, will introduce you to all the important phrases in a non-threatening David Letterman style countdown. Sabine annunciates each phrase [...]
New Open Skies Agreement Changes Everything – Maybe Even Prices!
This week a new Open Skies Agreement between airlines of the United States and Europe goes into effect. So what, you say….why should I care? Well I believe this will change the entire face of global travel in the coming years. The new agreement (which was 6 years in the making) allows airlines to fly [...]
3 Rejuvenated Paris Sites – Don't Miss Them
Quick, name three essential images of Paris. How about these – 1) the stoic soaring angles of the Eiffel Tower, 2) the vibrant multi hued paintings of Claude Monet, 3) the voluptuous gilt accouterments of grand reception halls at the Palace of Versailles. Three of Paris’ most treasured venues that have all recently undergone a [...]
The Best Online Sites For Finding Hotels in France
Whenever I’m in need a Paris Hotel, or a hotel in Cannes, St. Tropez, Burgundy, or the Loire Valley, I always start my search with a visit to Kayak.com, and Hotels.com. Then I check out some good regional sites: B&B’s / Cottages in France Chateau Rentals Country Inns Home Rentals Hostels in France Hotel Guide [...]
Best Online Guides For Paris
Paris is exciting on every level of your soul! Once visited, it will occupy a special place in your imagination. I picture myself lazing at Le Cafe Marley, sipping a glass of wine, nibbling from a plate of cheeses, watching the menagerie of tourists reveling in the vision that is The Louvre. There is so [...]
