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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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