Paris Attractions: A Perfect Beach, Perfectly Free of Charge
by Cynthia Rose |
When it comes to unique outings, it's hard to beat this city. Now that it's summer, the great Paris attraction is a man-made beach along a roadway by the...
'Summer' in what’s hot
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Paris Ice Cream Shops
From the classic Berthillon to Pozzetto and Mary with their glaces italiennes, there are plenty of options for lovers of ice cream in Paris. These are some of my favorite addresses,... |
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Speaking Touristically: Best Bikes and Buses
You’ve probably heard about the inventive green initiatives in Paris like Nature Capitale. One of the most popular is Vélib’, a citywide bike-rental program. In a city (a country!) where... |
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Countryside, Wine and Romantic Hotels
Tearing yourself away from Paris is like bursting out of a bubble of romance. But away from the charming capital, France’s rolling countryside and coast are not to be missed.... |
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Bands, Beaches and Bastille Day: Summer in Paris
Coming to Paris in July or August? High summer in the city is one long social whirl. There are a few unfortunate Parisians who find themselves spending July and August... |
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Soldes: The Bon Plan of Attack
I’ve been through four rounds of Parisian soldes. Which is enough to have helped me learn a helpful strategy or two, but few enough that I'm still willing to go... |
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Speaking Touristically: Paris by Wheels or Water?
Want to see Paris in a really special way? I recommend the ultimate in summer touring—via a Citroën Deux Chevaux, or 2CV. Engineered by Pierre-Jules Boulanger, and first... |
