The Bouquinistes of Paris
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Bouquinistes Latin Quarter, River Seine Need an idea for a perfect lazy day in Paris? I’d suggest taking a little stroll along the river...
Patricia Dyer
- Sep 23, 2021
- 1 min
The Louvre - Down Under
Paris Musée Louvre The history of the Louvre Museum actually begins below ground. On the lower levels, visitors can view foundational...
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Patricia Dyer
- Nov 22, 2021
- 1 min
The Bouquinistes of Paris
Bouquinistes Latin Quarter, River Seine Need an idea for a perfect lazy day in Paris? I’d suggest taking a little stroll along the river...
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Patricia Dyer
- Sep 23, 2021
- 1 min
The Louvre - Down Under
Paris Musée Louvre The history of the Louvre Museum actually begins below ground. On the lower levels, visitors can view foundational...
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Patricia Dyer
- Sep 23, 2021
- 2 min
Bistrot de L’Oulette
Paris Paris is known for many dishes and one of it’s most popular is escargot (snails). For years, I have searched for “the best...
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Patricia Dyer
- Sep 18, 2021
- 1 min
The Cupola
Galeries Lafayette Haussmann Part 3 The Cupola (Dome) 10 Fun Facts: Inaugurated in 1912. Designed in Art Nouveau style by architect...
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Patricia Dyer
- Sep 18, 2021
- 4 min
Hôtel Jeanne d’Arc Le Marais
Paris During my last visit to Paris (July 2021), I was very keen on exploring the Parisian neighborhood of Le Marais. I’ve always been...
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Patricia Dyer
- Sep 11, 2021
- 2 min
Musée de Louvre Paris
Part 1 The former residence of French kings and emperors, the Louvre is now home to one of the world’s most extensive collections of...
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Patricia Dyer
- Sep 11, 2021
- 2 min
Musée du Louvre Paris
Part 2 - Fun Facts: According to Condé Nast Traveler (owner of Vogue Magazine), it would take approximately 200 days to see all the art...
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Patricia Dyer
- Sep 8, 2021
- 2 min
Seine River Cruise
Paris - All photos from deck of Seine river cruise Although a very touristy thing to do, a Seine river cruise is a great way to...
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Patricia Dyer
- Sep 8, 2021
- 2 min
Brassiere De La Tour Eiffel
I recently discovered a cute little bistro literally down the street (only a block away) from the Eiffel Tower. I wanted to rest a bit,...
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Patricia Dyer
- Sep 8, 2021
- 2 min
Musée National Picasso
Paris The Musée National Picasso, housed in a beautiful 17th century mansion, contains an awesome collection of the iconic artist’s...
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Patricia Dyer
- Sep 7, 2021
- 2 min
DOSE
DOSE sits on rue Mouffetard heading towards Place de la Contrescarpe in the Parisian neighborhood famously known as the Latin Quarter....
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Patricia Dyer
- Sep 3, 2021
- 2 min
Hôtel Littéraire Marcel Aymé
Paris, Montmartre When traveling outside the United States, I always find myself bracing as I open the door to my hotel room or...
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Patricia Dyer
- Sep 3, 2021
- 1 min
Travel Tip # 5
Visiting multiple museums in Paris can be costly. So save money by visiting on the Free Day - the first Sunday of every month. Just be...
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Patricia Dyer
- Sep 2, 2021
- 5 min
Paris 🙃 Covid 19 🙃 Visitors
My experience in Paris on July 29, 2021 trying to obtain the French Pass Sanitaire: It seems that France’s policies regarding Covid have...
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Patricia Dyer
- Sep 2, 2021
- 2 min
Fragonard - Beautiful and Affordable
Fragonard Parfumerie, Paris Whenever I visit Paris, I make it a point to visit Fragonard Perfumerie. The brand has several freestanding...
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Patricia Dyer
- Jul 12, 2021
- 1 min
Galeries Lafayette
Paris A shoe lover’s paradise! Part 1 For me, any trip to Paris almost always involves a visit to Galeries Lafayette Haussmann. This...
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Patricia Dyer
- Jul 12, 2021
- 1 min
Galeries Lafayette
Paris Part 2 Keys to shoe shopping at Galeries Lafayette: Make sure to have your sales associate direct you to the VAT Refund...
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Patricia Dyer
- Jul 12, 2021
- 2 min
Bistrot Victoires
Paris After a day visiting the Louvre, I guarantee you’ll be famished and tired. Solution? Head over to Bistrot Victoires, an old-style...
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Patricia Dyer
- Jul 6, 2021
- 1 min
The Place London
Paris British and top international fashion designers are showcased while at the same time talent from emerging independent brands is...
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Patricia Dyer
- Jul 6, 2021
- 1 min
The Place London
Paris Believe it or not, you are looking at two scarfs - not paintings, as I originally thought. The designs are by Alice Archer. She...
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Patricia Dyer
- Jul 6, 2021
- 1 min
The Place London - Men’s Boutique
Paris The interior of the men’s store is masculine, but very sophisticated masculine. In addition to leather jackets, suits and outerwear...
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Patricia Dyer
- Jul 6, 2021
- 1 min
Pierre Hermè - Macaroon Extraordinaire!
Pierre Hermè - Macaroon extraordinaire! Amazing sensory experience! Had the rose macaroon and immediately felt I was surrounded by roses!...
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Patricia Dyer
- Jul 1, 2021
- 2 min
Cheap Eats in Paris!
Rôtisserie Dufrénoy Montmartre Food Kiosk Carry outs offer an excellent way to have a great dining experience, while at the same time...
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Patricia Dyer
- Jul 1, 2021
- 2 min
Hôtel Michelet Odéon
The best aspect about Hôtel Michelet Odéon is its location. It is in the middle of the very popular Latin Quarter - a neighborhood...
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Patricia Dyer
- Jun 19, 2021
- 2 min
Travel Tip #3
Hop On-Hop Off Bus Great way to see Paris!g Want to see Paris, but short on time, cash and energy? My suggestion – buy a ticket on a hop...
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Patricia Dyer
- Jun 10, 2021
- 2 min
Palais Garnier - Simply Beautiful!
Palais Garnier, Paris Opera Paris What comes to mind in looking at the above photographs? The Hall of Mirrors at the Palace of...
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Patricia Dyer
- Jun 2, 2021
- 2 min
Au Vieux Paris d’Arcole
Latin Quarter, Paris Most people seem to stumble upon Au Vieux Paris d’ Arcole while walking near Notre Dame Cathedral. I, however,...
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Patricia Dyer
- May 30, 2021
- 1 min
Charles de Gaulle Tourist Desk
Charles de Gaulle Airport Paris Take advantage of this excellent resource. Multilingual staff ready to orientate visitors to Paris and...
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Patricia Dyer
- May 30, 2021
- 2 min
Sainte-Chapelle
Paris Unfortunately the interior of Notre Dame will be off-limits to visitors for quite sometime while architects and craftsmen take on...
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