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Biking in Paris

April 1, 2013

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Biking in Paris. Photo courtesy of Roger Salz on Flickr.

For being so large and at time so traffic-congested, Paris remains one of the friendliest for biking. Whether you bring your own, rent one from the city or take a bike tour, it gives even frequent visitors a fresh new look at the City of Light.

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Notre Dame’s 850th Anniversary

March 12, 2013

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Notre Dame 850th Anniversary

The Notre Dame Cathedral in Paris is having a big birthday in 2013, and the church has already started hosting celebrations. Will you be in Paris for the remaining events?

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Burgundy Day Trips from Paris

February 25, 2013

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Burgundy Day Trips From Paris photo courtesy of Phil Capper on Flickr

Just a day trip away from Paris is a whole other world – one of half-timbered homes, stately villages and one of the oldest wine regions in France. Let’s see just how much you can discover about Burgundy in just one day away from Paris.

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How to Make the Most of Your Visit to Notre Dame

January 14, 2013

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Notre Dame

One of the world’s most famous Catholic churches is on almost everyone’s list of Paris sights – and even if it’s not, it’s unavoidable if you’re crossing the Seine with any regularity. Here are some of our top tips for making the most out of your visit to Notre Dame.

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Paris in Spring – Things to Do

March 26, 2012

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Luxembourg Gardens and Palace in the Distance

Spring is a happy time in Paris; everyone’s emerging from their winter hibernation and venturing back onto the streets and into the parks and cafes. You might need to take a jacket and scarf but the sun will be out and the flowers blooming. Some of the best places to soak up the spring sun are:

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Top 5 Gardens in Paris

March 16, 2012

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Square du Vert-Galant Paris

At first sight, central Paris can seem like a city crammed with buildings. Look closer and of course you’ll discover the manicured lawns and clipped trees of large gardens like the Luxembourg and Tuileries. Tucked away though are smaller stretches of greenery …

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High Fashion in Paris

November 21, 2011

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Even if you know very little about fashion, you are probably aware that Paris is kind of the epicenter for it. Labels such as Hermes call Paris their home, and these bastions of haute couture are sought after by fashionistas the world over. If you’re visiting Paris and have an eye for luxury apparel, you’ll want to spend part of your stay window shopping at the very least.

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