What to Expect on Your First Trip to Paris- A First Time Visitor’s Guide
I’ll always remember my first trip to Paris. I was in the eleventh grade, on a school trip to experience the French culture I’d been learning about and romanticizing in…
Where to Stay in Paris- A Guide to the Best Paris Neighbourhoods for Travellers
A common question I get from my readers is “Where Should I Stay in Paris?” There are so many wonderful neighbourhoods in Paris, each with a distinctive atmosphere, that deciding…
Photo of the Week: Strasbourg’s Astronomical Clock
The astronomical clock in Strasbourg Cathedral is a fine example of what can be achieved when art and science come together. Statuettes and paintings embellish a case housing clock dials…
Photo of the Week: Dôme des Invalides
An unmissable monument in Paris’ cityscape is the glittering gold dome of the royal chapel at Les Invalides. Dôme des Invalides was first inspired by the dome at St. Peter’s…
How to Spend 4 Days in Paris- Our Itinerary
Paris is one of my favourite cities, the one that made me fall in love with travelling. Paris is romantic, cultured and sophisticated, with so much to see and do….
Palais Garnier- One of Paris’ Most Elegant Buildings
There are numerous reasons to love Paris- one being its exquisite architecture. Even with so many beautiful buildings in Paris, inside and out, there is one that rises to the…
Photo of the Week: Tomb of Sainte-Geneviève
In Saint-Étienne-du-Mont, a church in Paris near the Pantheon, you’ll find a beautiful shrine dedicated to Sainte-Geneviève, the patroness of Paris. The remarkable golden reliquary you see here was used…
The Paris Museum Pass- What Is It and Should You Buy It?
Many cities these days offer tourist cards that visitors can buy to get free or discounted entrance tickets to popular attractions. We’ve bought these cards in a few cities and…
Photo of the Week: The Orangerie, Palace of Versailles
One of my favourite views at the Palace of Versailles, is the one overlooking the Orangerie and Pond of the Swiss. The Orangerie was built by Jules Hardouin-Mansart from 1684 and…
Photo of the Week: La Madeleine, Paris
Just north of Place de la Concorde in Paris is L’église de St-Marie-Madeleine, or St. Mary Magdalene Church. When we first came across La Madeleine, as it is commonly called,…
Photo of the Week: Strasbourg Cathedral, France
The Strasbourg Cathedral dominates the square at the end of Rue Mercière, standing tall over the heart of the city. Notre-Dame de Strasbourg was built between 1190 and 1439, a…
The Queen’s Hamlet at Versailles- A Rustic Village for Marie Antoinette
The Queen’s Hamlet is the final post in our series about Versailles. In Part One, we toured the Palace of Versailles and in Part Two we visited the Trianon Palaces….
The Trianon Palaces at Versailles- Visiting the Grand Trianon and Petit Trianon
The Trianon Palaces is Part Two of a three part series about Versailles. In Part One, we toured the Palace of Versailles and in Part Three we will visit the…
Palace of Versailles Tour- Inside Versailles Palace
The first time I visited the Palace of Versailles, I was in the eleventh grade on my first trip to Europe. I still vividly recall how amazed I was by…
One Day in Strasbourg- Charm, Romance and An Incredibly Tall Cathedral
I had never heard of Strasbourg until I got an email from my mom. Attached was a slideshow of beautiful pictures from medieval towns in Europe. My eyes lit up…
Photo of the Week: Sacre Coeur Basilica
Crowning the top of Montmartre Hill, Paris’ highest point, is Sacré Coeur Basilica. This prominent location makes Sacré Coeur Basilica one of the most noticeable landmarks in Paris, easily visible from…
Paris in Black and White- Photo Series
Paris is a photographer’s dream! Everywhere you look there are famous landmarks, beautiful parks and exquisite architecture just begging to be photographed. I could not put my camera down and…
Photo of the Week: Grand Foyer of Palais Garnier, Paris
The Palais Garnier, home to the Paris Opera, was the most stunning building we visited during our four day trip to Paris! The Grand Foyer was designed to resemble the gallery of…
Photo of the Week: Wall for Peace, Paris
UPDATE: In June 2020 the Wall for Peace was dismantled and moved to Avenue de Breteuil in the 15th arrondissement. We haven’t visited the new location. At the end of…
The Eiffel Tower- Fun Facts, Photos and Tips for Visiting
The Eiffel Tower has long been an icon of Paris and one of the first things that come to mind when people think of the city (even France). I can’t…