Paris
From the perfect hotel room with a view of the Sacré-Cœur to the bistro where the menu is written on a chalkboard: Paris is at its best when you know where to be.
Charming Neighborhoods in Paris: 7 Quarters for Dining, Staying, and Exploring
Paris has no bad neighborhoods, but some are more suited to your trip than others. Here are my seven favorites, detailing why I love each one, where I dine, and where I would stay.
Cycling in Paris: Here Are Your Options
Paris has become a city for cycling, with plenty of ways to do it. From a guided tour with a Dutch-speaking guide to riding an ebike or a Lime bike on the corner: these are the four options I personally use.
Hotel des Grandes Écoles: My Favorite Hotel in Paris
Hotel des Grandes Écoles isn't a design hotel or a boutique hotel. It's a family inn in the heart of the Latin Quarter, with a garden that makes you forget you're in the middle of Paris. Here's why I always return.
Seine River Cruise in Paris: Which Tour is Right for You?
A Seine River cruise might sound touristy, but for a first visit to Paris, it's worth it. From classic one-hour tours to dinner cruises or Batobus: here are the options, the differences, and the one I'd choose.
Terminus Nord: the Brasserie You See Before You Exit Gare du Nord
Terminus Nord sits directly across from Gare du Nord and is the perfect reason to pause before diving into the city. Whether for lunch, breakfast before your return journey, or simply because after three hours on the Eurostar, you crave oysters and a glass of wine.
The Best Breakfast in Paris: 10 Places I'd Choose Myself
In Paris, I never have breakfast at my hotel. There are too many good spots in the city for that. Here are ten places I’d personally choose, from a cozy cookie café in the Marais to a pancake institution in the 10th.
Le Marais in Paris: The Neighborhood I Always Return To
Le Marais is the Parisian district where everything is close together: narrow streets, stunning boutiques, classic bistros, lovely hotels, and museums. These would be my choices for Le Marais, from breakfast at Boot Café to an evening at Clown Bar. And everything in between.
Montmartre Paris: The Artistic Quarter You Must Visit
Montmartre is Paris’s artistic quarter, perched on a hill above the city. Painters on the square, a vineyard in the middle of town, a 19th-century cabaret, and time-honored restaurants. Here are my favorite spots.
The Classic Brasserie in Paris: 5 Picks I'd Choose Myself
An evening in a true Parisian brasserie is not about nostalgia, it's simply a good evening. From the glass dome at Bofinger to the oldest café in Paris at Le Procope: five places I'd pick, with honest tips on where to sit and what to order.
Bouillon Paris: 5 Great Spots for Affordable French Dining
Searching for a great bouillon in Paris? Here are five of my favorites: from the historic Bouillon Chartier and the stunning Bouillon Julien to the popular Bouillon Pigalle and République. Enjoy classic French cuisine for surprisingly little. Think oeuf mayo, steak frites, and profiteroles.
La Coupole Paris: An Evening You Won’t Soon Forget
La Coupole is an iconic brasserie on Boulevard du Montparnasse, since 1927. Art-deco interiors, gratinated mussels, and an ambiance unlike any other. This is why I keep returning.
Boutique Hotels in Le Marais Paris: My Selection for Every Traveler
Searching for a boutique hotel in Le Marais? From personal and affordable to unique and luxurious: my honest selection for a weekend in Paris.
Personal Travel Advice for Paris: Your Tailor-Made City Trip
Planning for Paris takes more time than you think. Paris à la Carte is my personal travel advisory: based on your group, budget, and preferences, I create a selection of hotels, restaurants, and a day itinerary uniquely suited for you.
Quartier Latin Food Walk with a Guide: More Neighborhood, Less Tourist
I joined the food walk through Quartier Latin by Walking and Talking Tours with guide Robert. A small group, tastings at local spots, and stories about the Panthéon I hadn't read anywhere else. Here's my honest review.
Food Halls in Paris: 5 Places Where You'll Eat More Than Planned
From a quick oyster at the fishmonger to Italian pasta in an old train station: here are the five Parisian food halls I personally recommend, along with one I'm still eager to visit.
Hotels in the Latin Quarter: 8 Addresses I'd Personally Choose
The Latin Quarter is where Paris still looks as it should. Here are eight hotels in the area I would choose, from a family inn with a courtyard to a studio overlooking the Seine. Mid-range, well-located, and always worth it.
What to Do in Quartier Latin: Insider Tips
Quartier Latin is where Paris doesn't need to prove itself. Narrow streets, a centuries-old market, and restaurants with menus on chalkboards. Here are my personal tips for truly experiencing the neighborhood, not just ticking it off a list.
Belleville in Paris: Stroll, Savor and the Best Addresses in the District
Belleville isn't the district you'll find in your first Paris guide. It's rawer than the Marais, less elegant than Saint-Germain, but all the more authentic. These are my favorite restaurants, cafés, and hotels in one of Paris's most eclectic neighborhoods.
Step Off the Eurostar, Right Into Your Room: 4 Hotels Near Paris Gare du Nord That Stand Out
For those arriving in Paris by train, there's no need to walk far for a great hotel. Here are four hotels near Paris Gare du Nord I'd choose myself, from vintage and colorful to train romance, all within walking distance of the station.
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Charming Neighborhoods in Paris: 7 Quarters for Dining, Staying, and Exploring
Paris has no bad neighborhoods, but some are more suited to your trip than others. Here are my seven favorites, detailing why I love each one, where I dine, and where I would stay.
Cycling in Paris: Here Are Your Options
Paris has become a city for cycling, with plenty of ways to do it. From a guided tour with a Dutch-speaking guide to riding an ebike or a Lime bike on the corner: these are the four options I personally use.
Hotel des Grandes Écoles: My Favorite Hotel in Paris
Hotel des Grandes Écoles isn't a design hotel or a boutique hotel. It's a family inn in the heart of the Latin Quarter, with a garden that makes you forget you're in the middle of Paris. Here's why I always return.
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