My Peaceful Sunday Morning Walk in the 6th
This was my last day in Paris and a peaceful walk or wander was in order. I wanted to be able to soak up all the ambience I could before leaving. No rushing about, no agenda, just purely being in the moment and enjoying every little thing Paris has to offer on a peaceful walk. I was up and out early and as I was just a 5 ...
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Medieval or Modern – What you see is not what you think
Medieval or modern, I thought I could tell the difference! What do you think of when someone says medieval? I immediately think of massive doors with heavy iron parts such as knobs, knockers, and hinges set in stone walls that often have a lintel with majestic carvings. So exactly what period in time is defined as medieval? ...
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How to learn French if you are an Introvert
It's hard to believe that Llyane has my French coach for 6 years. I've grown so much in confidence during that time and her post about introverts definitely spoke to me. As an introvert, I find it hard enough to initiate conversation in my native language much less have the courage to initiate it in a target language. Just ...
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Bouquinistes- Memorable Treasures in the Bookstalls Along the Seine
Bouquinistes along the Seine offer everything from used books to tourist trinkets. One thing is certain is that they provide a memorable way to while away a Sunday morning! Some vendors have treasures that interest tourists looking for a souvenir: Eiffel Tower posters, drink coasters with iconic images, etc. However, ...
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Eiffel Tower- In Search of the Perfect Photo
Wandering the Seine River in Paris is a photographer's dream. Besides the Eiffel Tower, there are wonderful views of the bridges. Follow the river in the direction of the Eiffel to be rewarded with many photographic opportunities which, of course, include the Eiffel Tower. Pick a direction and allow a couple of hours to just ...
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Giverny Surprised me with a Beautiful Explosion of Tulips
Giverny, Claude Monet's garden and home, is just a mere 70 km from Paris. It's an easy day-trip from Paris. A half-day visit allows exploration of the gardens but the little village is delightful as is Vernon where the train arrives. Allow the whole day so as to not miss anything! Tips to Help You Prepare As I traveled ...
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8 Cathedrals in France to Enjoy Besides Notre-Dame de Paris
Cathedrals in France - I've got 8 suggestions for what to see after you've seen Notre-Dame de Paris or in case you can't see the grand cathedral in Paris. When we all heard that Notre-Dame de Paris was on fire, we assumed the worst. And, of course, we were heart-broken that there was a possibility of losing such a magnificent ...
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