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    The Bouquinistes of Paris
    Patricia Dyer
    • Nov 23, 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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    The Louvre - Down Under
    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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    Bistrot de L’Oulette
    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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    The Cupola
    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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    Hôtel Jeanne d’Arc Le Marais
    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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    Musée de Louvre Paris
    Patricia Dyer
    • Sep 12, 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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    Musée du Louvre Paris
    Patricia Dyer
    • Sep 12, 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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    Seine River Cruise
    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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    Brassiere De La Tour Eiffel
    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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    Musée National Picasso
    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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    DOSE
    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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    Travel Tip #6
    Patricia Dyer
    • Sep 7, 2021
    • 0 min

    Travel Tip #6

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    Hôtel Littéraire Marcel Aymé
    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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    Travel Tip # 5
    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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    Paris 🙃 Covid 19 🙃 Visitors
    Patricia Dyer
    • Sep 3, 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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    Fragonard - Beautiful and Affordable
    Patricia Dyer
    • Sep 3, 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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    Galeries Lafayette
    Patricia Dyer
    • Jul 13, 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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    Galeries Lafayette
    Patricia Dyer
    • Jul 13, 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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    Bistrot Victoires
    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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    The Place London
    Patricia Dyer
    • Jul 7, 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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    L’As du Fallafel
    Patricia Dyer
    • Dec 10, 2021
    • 1 min

    L’As du Fallafel

    Paris Highly recommend L’As Du Fallafel as the French capital’s premier local for both falafels and an inexpensive meal. I’ve eaten here...
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    Tim Hotel Montmartre
    Patricia Dyer
    • Dec 3, 2021
    • 4 min

    Tim Hotel Montmartre

    Paris, France When it comes to choosing a hotel, I am all about the location. And my last visit to the popular area of Montmartre in...
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