Grouped in the form of a clockwise spiral with the first in the city center, Paris Arrondissements, numbered from 1 to 20, split the city into various subdivisions. In our previous posts we have introduced the first fifteen arrondissements and their attractions separately, and now, it’s high time that we speak about the 16th...
Guide to Paris Neighborhoods or Arrondissements, Part I
Like most large cities in the world, Paris is made up of various neighborhoods that are referred to as ‘arrondissements’ (municipal or administrative districts). In Paris there are twenty of them with the 1st arrondissement located in the historic center, near the left bank of the River Seine, and the others arranged around the...
Ritz: The Palace Hotel of Paris
Gorgeous and magnificent like a Queen, the city of Romance and Love stands in the heart of Europe waiting for you. Fashion capital Paris is a really luxurious and magnificent city, blessed with countless attractions and thousands of lights, full of historical museums and theaters, where you feel the breath of the art, fabulous...
Montmartre – One of the most Colorful Paris Neighborhoods
If you desire about a memorable vacation in a wonderful city that has rich historical heritage and pleasurable places of interest, it’s certainly Paris, the so called City of Lights! From the enchanting beauty of the famous Eiffel Tower to Notre Dame de Paris – the spiritual heart of Paris, to the thrilling Disneyland,...
Seine River – The Heart And Soul Of Paris
Heavenly delight Fading sunlight Here held tight So in love, so in love We stand, hand in hand In Paris at sunset On this bridge …above the river Seine By Gwen Dickerson So many scenes were painted by famous artists like Claude Monet, Vincent van Gogh, Pierre Auguste Renoir and others, films were shot,...
Place de la Concorde – the Largest Square in Paris
Filled with fascinating statues, state-of-the-art sculptures, rostrum columns, majestic dimensions, impressive fountains and rich history, the majestic Place de la Concorde is perhaps the most famous public space in all of France and one of the top tourist attractions in the heart of the City of Lights. Ideally nestled at the eastern end of...
Public Transportation in Paris
Paris boasts one of the world’s safest, easiest and most efficient public transportation systems that at first sight may seem intimidating to new visitors. Run by the RATP (Régie Autonome des Transports Parisiens or Independent Paris Transport Authority), Paris public transport includes buses, night buses, trams, RER trains, métro (underground), Montmartrobus and the Montmartre...
Designer shopping on a budget in Paris
A shopping trip to Paris is a fashionista’s dream but the very idea may also conjure up images of enormous credit-card bills or even the need for a second mortgage. Shopping at the likes of Armani, Burberry, Jimmy Choo and Dolce & Gabbana may be an everyday occurrence for Victoria Beckham, but for most...
Festivals & Events in Paris
Paris is bursting not only with love and romance, fashion and art in all its forms, but also with culture and festivals, music and celebrations throughout the city. May it be spring, summer, fall or winter, there is always something going on, so book some cheap tickets and head to the city of lights....
1st Arondissement Paris Hotels – Stay and Enjoy!
The geographical center of Paris and the site of such landmarks as the Louvre Museum with its majestic collection, the magnificent Tuileries Gardens or the fabulous Palais Royal, add to this plenty of world-class shopping venues, like Les Halles and a wealth of delightful restaurants, pubs and lively places, the 1st arrondissement of Paris,...
Beaujolais Nouveau
Every winter, wine-lovers all over the world wait impatiently for the brand new French wine to arrive on the shelves after the third Thursday of November. Beaujolais Nouveau wine is made, bottled and distributed in just a few weeks of the grapes being picked. Beaujolais is a small wine region in France and the...
Chantilly Castle Near Paris
Chateau de Chantilly is an impressive castle nestled in one of the biggest forests near Paris and covers approximately 7800 hectares area. The construction of the acropolis started in late 1300 and was completed only in 1800s. Interestingly, it’s one of the few castles, which hasn’t been sold and has been owned only by...
Fabulous Seine Cruises
It seems European capitals never sleep, they are always in action and drive trying to give best-of-the-best to their visitors. This city doesn’t have even a minute for a rest and people call it the City of Lights and Romance: in one word Paris. Being a glamorous and outstanding travel destination Paris makes corresponding...
Cheapest Hotels in Paris
When planning a vacation in one of the most visited European cities, many people exclude Paris from their list, thinking that it is an expensive tourist destination ideal for travelers only of high standard of living. But this is not true as Paris for budget travelers offers many tours, sightseeing and accommodation options that...
French Actors: Pierre Richard and Gerard Depardieu
French movies are more family movies that bring together the entire family. With their brilliant play talented French actors and remarkable French actresses have made our days for many long years. Presently, those actors have become older and their movies have got a bit overshadowed by the effects of present-day technologies and those kind...