Here is a great article I found on CNN about visiting Mont Saint Michel in France, a couple of hours from Paris.  Rick Steves describes the best way to visit Mont Saint Michel, the isolated monastery-on-the-rock in France. We went there a few years ago, and it was one of the more memorable trips we […]

Finding a reasonably priced hotel in this city can seem impossible (especially now with the exchange rate to the Euro). If you don’t mind paying $$$$$$ per night, some great options exist, such as the Hilton (on avenue Sufren), the Westin (on rue de Rivoli), The Mariott on the Champs deElysees ($$$$). You […]

Here is a great night landscape shot of Paris (the original city of lights)!
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Ever wonder why people choose what they do with their time everyday?  I cannot help but wonder why The Bird Man, as we cleverly called him, packs his little bag full of sugar coated bread and shuffles to the tourist infested Notre Dame plaza in the heart of Paris (it took us a while to […]

When you are in France, it definitely helps to understand a bit of the language.  It will make your travel easier and more enjoyable, but do you ever wonder if the French really understand what you are saying?  Well, watch this and form your own opinion.
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If you are contemplating a romantic trip to Paris, check out the video showing some of the best and most recognized sites in the world, including the Arc de Triumphe, Place de Concorde, Versailles, and the famous Eiffel Tower.  It is always one of our favorite places to visit, and we are drawn back by […]

If you want to impress your travel date in Paris, your first stop for lunch should be Angelina on rue de Rivoli. DO NOT MISS THIS! It is a sandwich and tea room with great food, but that is not why you go there. They serve a special imported chocolate from […]

Ever seen the blueprints of Eiffel Tower in Paris? Check out these blue prints and also the construction of this amazing tower in France
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The other day my four-year old son asked if we could go back to Paris?  Why how proud I was he must be remembering the fine art, beautiful architecture the lovely picnics with baguettes, brie and milk.  Well, someday we may but why?  I want to go on the Buzz Lightyear ride. Do you remember […]

The first time I went to Paris, I have to say I was a bit disappointed. That’s what happens when you set your expectations too high. After going with the right person however, you come to see the city in a new and wonderful light. The main sites were great (as expected), […]