April 18, 2024

The Best Places to Stay in Paris on a Budget + Places to Avoid

Paris, like to many of us, first came to me as an idea. Its images conjured in my head were the ones fed by the literatis who lived in this city, from Victor Hugo to Simone de Beauvoir. Hmm, okay, I majored in literature. Before there is Emily in Paris, [ā€¦]
January 4, 2024

15 of the Best Hotels in Paris for Solo Travelers

I moved to Munich, Germany in November 2021. Despite being three hours by train away, Paris never appealed to me and only traveled there in December 2022 to meet some dearly missed friends. Traveling to Paris in December has its own charms and pitfalls. I would love to visit the [ā€¦]
December 10, 2023

The Best Things to Do in Paris in December 2023

Paris is a city that evokes feelings of love, culture, and beauty. It’s a city that everyone should visit at least once in their lifetime, and what better time to experience the city’s magic than in December? Paris in December 2023 is an enchanting experience that captures the essence of [ā€¦]
December 7, 2023

14 Amazing English Bookstores in Paris and Some Gorgeous Libraries

Are these names familiar? George Sand. Colette. Simone de Beauvoir. Madame de la Fayette. Gertrude Stein. No? How about Moliere, Voltaire, Balzac, Victor Hugo and Zola and Proust. Yeah? Yeah, now I know what kind of reader you are. šŸ˜‰ So yes, these are some of the most popular writers [ā€¦]
November 23, 2023

The Top 15 Best Hotels in Strasbourg, France: Unique and Boutique Feel

The great thing about exploring little but equally storied and charming cities in France is that you can have all the luxury of big cities like Paris or Nice without spending the usual staggering average price. In Strasbourg, for example, it is possible to stay in a unique or boutique [ā€¦]
November 20, 2023

Is Strasbourg Worth Visiting?

I would say depending where you are based at. If you’re based in Munich, Strasbourg is a definite yes! As one of the closest French cities, its charm is a stone’s throw away. However, if Paris is your base, exploring closer and more intriguing destinations in West Europe might be [ā€¦]
March 13, 2023

We Weigh In: When Is the Best Time to Visit Paris

The fact you’re googling the best time to visit Paris is a sign that you’re finally planning your Paris trip. Yey! And you start it right. Before packing your bags, let’s talk about the most important aspect of your journey – timing. Choosing the right time to visit Paris can [ā€¦]