Romantic Paris- Our 6 Favourite Romantic Things to Do in Paris
Ah… romantic Paris. The “City of Love,” the “City of Light.” Paris has captivated me since my first trip to Europe in the eleventh grade. It was the city that…
Sainte-Chapelle- A Stained Glass Masterpiece in Paris
When Mike and I were planning our 4 day trip to Paris, some relatives recommended that we go visit Sainte-Chapelle, a tiny church in the centre of Ile de la Cite….
The Conciergerie, Paris- History and Tour of a Palace Turned Prison
When I was in high school, my favourite subject was Social Studies. I loved learning about history and one of my favourite units was the French Revolution. I remember learning…
Notre-Dame de Paris- History, Architecture and Tips for Visiting
On a small island in the Seine river, you will find the world famous Notre-Dame Cathedral, its towers reaching up to Heaven from the heart of Paris. It’s a cathedral…
Île de la Cité- An Island in the Heart of Paris
Paris’ soul is on a small island in the Seine. The Île de la Cité is where Paris was born- a modest settlement called Lutetia, established by the Parisi Gauls,…
Five Weeks in Europe- Our Itinerary’s Hits and Misses
For our honeymoon, Mike and I decided to spend five weeks in Europe. We travelled to six different countries experiencing everything from small lakeside villages in the mountains, to one…
Photo of the Week: Mont Saint Michel in Film
When I went to France on a school trip in 1998, I thought Mont Saint Michel was the coolest place. It seemed so mysterious to me as I watched it…