Paris
My first stop, Paris bien sûr. They say the French are rude. Pas vrai. After reading almost every book on French culture, fashion, and food, I realized soon upon my arrival that some of those stereotypes are grossly exaggerated. Use common sense, try to learn some French before you go and you should be fine. And yes, eating baguettes and pastries every day is completely acceptable.
20e Arrondissement: Père Lachaise
Beauty in stillness.
Automne Parisien: Paris in the Fall
Autumn is my favorite season. Why? Because it's the BEST! Paris doesn't disappoint. Bring a scarf and an umbrella. Dress comfortably, but not frumpy. You don't want to be upstaged by a lamp post.
Montmartre and Pigalle: Art and Lust
Come for Sacre-Cœur, stay for the weirdness.
More About Paris
Start Learning French Grammar With These Four Verbs
Although these three French verbs are often overlooked, not only beginners but also students who have been learning French for many years will be happy to discover that they help one learn many other words.
Visiting Sacré-Cœur, Montmartre, and Pigalle
Know what to expect when visiting Sacré-Cœur, Montmartre, and Pigalle. Start with a pair of good walking shoes and stop keeping track of time.
Paris XXe Arrondissement: Living Like a Local
I opted for a studio apartment because I wanted to immerse myself in a Parisian neighborhood, which meant living like a local for a week.
OUIBUS (BlaBlaBus) or NONBUS: Late to Bruxelles + Lost in Paris
Initially, I was supposed to head down south to Toulouse to see some friends. When that fell through, as in I never received a response to confirm, I was looking for another place to visit for a few days that was still close enough to Paris since I was set to depart from Charles De…
Ma Maison Dans Le 20e Arrondissement Playlist
I'm here, but I'm not really here. I chose this borough or arrondissement due to its proximity to the Père Lachaise Cemetary. Yes, it's a bit away from the postcard Paris, but that's exactly why you need to be here.
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