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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...
Patricia Dyer
Nov 22, 20211 min read
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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...
Patricia Dyer
Sep 23, 20211 min read
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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...
Patricia Dyer
Sep 23, 20212 min read
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The Cupola
Galeries Lafayette Haussmann Part 3 The Cupola (Dome) 10 Fun Facts: Inaugurated in 1912. Designed in Art Nouveau style by architect...
Patricia Dyer
Sep 18, 20211 min read
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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...
Patricia Dyer
Sep 18, 20214 min read
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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...
Patricia Dyer
Sep 11, 20212 min read
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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...
Patricia Dyer
Sep 11, 20212 min read
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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...
Patricia Dyer
Sep 8, 20212 min read
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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,...
Patricia Dyer
Sep 8, 20212 min read
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Musée National Picasso
Paris The Musée National Picasso, housed in a beautiful 17th century mansion, contains an awesome collection of the iconic artist’s...
Patricia Dyer
Sep 8, 20212 min read
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DOSE
DOSE sits on rue Mouffetard heading towards Place de la Contrescarpe in the Parisian neighborhood famously known as the Latin Quarter....
Patricia Dyer
Sep 7, 20212 min read
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Patricia Dyer
Sep 7, 20210 min read
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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...
Patricia Dyer
Sep 3, 20212 min read
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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...
Patricia Dyer
Sep 3, 20211 min read
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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...
Patricia Dyer
Sep 2, 20215 min read
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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...
Patricia Dyer
Sep 2, 20212 min read
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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...
Patricia Dyer
Jul 12, 20211 min read
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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...
Patricia Dyer
Jul 12, 20211 min read
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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...
Patricia Dyer
Jul 12, 20212 min read
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The Place London
Paris British and top international fashion designers are showcased while at the same time talent from emerging independent brands is...
Patricia Dyer
Jul 6, 20211 min read
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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...
Patricia Dyer
Jul 6, 20211 min read
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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...
Patricia Dyer
Jul 6, 20211 min read
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Pierre Hermè - Macaroon Extraordinaire!
Pierre Hermè - Macaroon extraordinaire! Amazing sensory experience! Had the rose macaroon and immediately felt I was surrounded by roses!...
Patricia Dyer
Jul 6, 20211 min read
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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...
Patricia Dyer
Jul 1, 20212 min read
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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...
Patricia Dyer
Jul 1, 20212 min read
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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...
Patricia Dyer
Jun 19, 20212 min read
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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...
Patricia Dyer
Jun 10, 20212 min read
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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,...
Patricia Dyer
Jun 2, 20212 min read
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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...
Patricia Dyer
May 30, 20211 min read
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Sainte-Chapelle
Paris Unfortunately the interior of Notre Dame will be off-limits to visitors for quite sometime while architects and craftsmen take on...
Patricia Dyer
May 30, 20212 min read
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