Planning a trip to Paris in the summer? You’re in for a treat. There’s something special about Paris during the summer months—long sunny days, bustling streets, and a calendar packed with events. I’ve been fortunate enough to spend many summers wandering the streets of Paris, sipping on iced drinks at cozy cafés and soaking up…
When planning a trip to Paris, it’s easy to assume you’ll need to splash a fortune on accommodation, especially with the city’s reputation for luxury. But if you’re like me and prefer to save your euros for pastries by the Seine or a few extra glasses of wine at a cozy café, you’ll be happy…
Planning a romantic dinner in Paris? Maybe you want to impress your date, or maybe you just want to enjoy a meal without having to tell your kids to sit still. Paris has plenty of options for romance, from bistros with candlelit tables to breathtaking views of the Eiffel Tower. Whether you’re after a fine…
Paris has so much to offer that it can sometimes feel overwhelming. But if you’re itching to explore beyond the city, you’ve got plenty of great options. I love Paris but I am the first one to agree that some of the best things to do in France are only a short train ride away!…
The Eiffel Tower. You’ve seen it in a million photos, but nothing beats seeing it in real life. Gustave Eiffel’s iron masterpiece stands proudly in the Paris skyline and has been doing so since 1889. Fun fact: it was supposed to be temporary, but here we are over a century later. Visiting the Eiffel Tower…
When you’re heading to Paris, you need to think about shoes. A lot. This isn’t just any trip—it’s a city that practically demands you explore it by foot to really experience the magic. I know firsthand how important it is to find the best walking shoes for Paris, especially since my husband and I travel…
I’ve always been fascinated by Paris. The city has a magic that draws you in, from its cobbled streets to its iconic landmarks like the Eiffel Tower and Notre-Dame. There’s a reason it’s called the City of Light. If you’re planning a trip to Paris, or simply dreaming about one, diving into books based in…
Christmas in Paris is seriously one-of-a-kind. The city takes all the end-of-year traditions and turns them up a notch, making it an absolute must-visit during this festive season. As a Belgian, I used to hop over to Paris for a weekend getaway since it’s just a quick train ride away (only an hour and a…
When you’re visiting the Christmas markets in Paris, you will notice that there’s a lot of food around, and you might not recognize all the foods on offer. Trust me, the first time I went to a Christmas market in Paris, I had no idea that the love of my life, Tartiflette, was waiting for…