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Summary of Unusual Shops in Paris Deyrolle: Serving Up Strange Since 1831 L’Objet qui parle: Paris’ Weirdest Vintage Shop? Aurouze Deratisation: Grotesque Displays Since 1925 Hygiene Premium: Old-Fashioned Exterminator Comptoir General: Bar, Curiosity Cabinet, and More Nature et Passion: Butterflies and Beetles, Oh My! Shakespeare and Company: Bohemian Dreams of Old Perusing the Puces de…
1. Overview Gallopin is a traditional Parisian brasserie renowned for its classic French cuisine and stunning Belle Époque ambiance. This mid-range restaurant offers a delightful experience without straining your budget. 2. Why You Might Love It Gallopin serves delicious, simple French brasserie fare at reasonable prices. The service is excellent and friendly. The Belle Époque…
Summary Overview of the Museum Location and Contact Information Opening Hours and Tickets Highlights From the Permanent Collection Overview of the Museum A tribute to the dramatic emergence and tradition of 18th-19th century French Romanticism, the Musée de la Vie Romantique boasts a free permanent collection. Specifically centered around French Romantic writers, the museum especially…
Summary Find Free Wifi How to Connect (In Designated Surfing Zones Only) Free Hotspots in Cafes, Bars, and Global Chains Need to get online fast? Since international roaming 3G and 4G can be quite costly, numerous travelers opt out of using their phone data while abroad. Visit Paris to enjoy hundreds of free WiFi hotspots….
Summary Main Welcome Center at Pyramides Carrousel du Louvre Tourist Welcome Center Gare de Lyon Tourist Welcome Center Gare du Nord Tourist Welcome Center Porte de Versailles/Paris Expo Welcome Center Montmartre Tourist Office Anvers Tourist Welcome Center Clémenceau Tourist Welcome Center Why to Visit in Person? Many people feel comfortable navigating a new city using…
Summary Paris Department Stores Overview Galeries Lafayette Le Bon Marché Bazaar de L’Hotel de Ville (BHV) Printemps Department Store Paris boasts some of the world’s largest, most glamorous, and historically rich department stores. These locations provide visitors the opportunity to browse the latest trends in designer fashion and new collections, enjoy meals on dramatic outdoor…
Summary Location and Contact Information Champs-Elysées Shop and Restaurant Rue Royale Location More on Macarons and Other Delicacies at Ladurée Catering and Delivery Services Ladurée: A Sweet Escape in Paris Best-known for their incomparable, fluffy, “melty” macarons packed in pastel-green boxes with posh pink ribbons, Ladurée is synonymous with luxury pastries and sweets. First opened…
Explore Healthy Traditional Russian Dishes Борщ (Borsch) – Russian Beet and Beef Soup Солянка (Solyanka) – Russian Salted Meat Soup Russian cuisine is often characterized by its hearty ingredients, including potatoes, mayonnaise, and meat. However, not every dish is calorie-rich! If you are mindful of your diet but still wish to savor some traditional Russian…
Summary Location and Contact Information Flagship Store Opening Hours Shop Departments at Fauchon Delivery and Catering Services Holiday Windows Displays With its first store opened on the Place de la Madeleine in Paris in 1886, the flagship shop still stands there today. Maison Fauchon is one of Paris’s premier gourmet food shops. It offers gourmet…
How to Make the Most of Your Visit Key Dates in the Tower’s History Highlights: First Level Highlights: Second Level Top Level Panoramic Viewpoints: Landmarks to Look Out For Night Displays: Shimmering Grandeur Since the Eiffel Tower has gained such iconic status around the world, becoming an object of endless fascination as well as the…
Summary Père Lachaise: A Tranquil Haven in Northeast Paris Montparnasse: Quiet Refuge in the South Montmartre Cemetery Passy Cemetery: Gorgeous Grounds and Views of the Eiffel Tower Paris is renowned for making an art of almost everything—even death and mourning. It’s no surprise, then, that the city’s cemeteries are poetic and inspired places that feel…
Summary Disneyland Paris Main Street Decorated For Christmas Enjoying the Rocket Ride at Discoveryland Going Mad on the Teacups in Fantasyland Pirates of the Caribbean at Disneyland Paris Sleeping Beauty’s Castle Lit Up for 15th Anniversary Hanging Out With Minnie Mouse at Disneyland Paris Heading West With Buffalo Bill at Disney Village The Disneyland Paris…
Summary Past and Present Guises of “La Tour” Eiffel Tower Lit up at Night for 120th Anniversary Sunset View of the Eiffel Tower and Paris Landscapes The Eiffel Tower Goes European Vertical View of the Eiffel Tower The Eiffel Tower Under Construction – Circa 1878 Painting of the Eiffel Tower at the Exposition Universelle in…
Summary Summer Weather in Paris What to Pack Summer Events in Paris Travel Tips: Making the Most of Your Summer Trip In many ways, Paris in the summertime is the least Parisian of times in the city of lights. Since French people generally have several weeks of paid vacation a year, huge numbers of locals…
Summary History of Le Bon Marché Store Highlights and Services Location & Contact Information Opening Hours Nearby Sights & Attractions Le Bon Marché: A Premier Shopping Destination in Paris History of Le Bon Marché Founded in 1852 by Aristide Boucicaut, Le Bon Marché (originally named “Au Bon Marché”) is a must-visit destination for fashion-conscious Parisians…
Summary Vide-greniers (Attic Sales) Summer and Winter Sales Vintage Shops Kookai Stock Trendy Global Chains Tati: “Ultra-Hard Discount” Clothes and Home Items Flea Markets As one of the world’s fashion capitals, you’d expect to find at least a few good budget shops and designer outlet stores in Paris. Parisians know that finding the perfect pair…
Summary The History of Santos in Puerto Rico A ‘Rican Souvenir The History of Santos in Puerto Rico Walk around the souvenir shops of Old San Juan and you’re bound to see them: hand-carved figurines, usually made of wood (santos de palo), of saints or other religious figures. These are the santos of Puerto Rico,…
Summary 1. Introduction 2. Location and Contact Information 3. Sights and Attractions Nearby 4. Opening Hours 5. Admission/Tickets 6. Louvre Museum Tours 7. Collections, Exhibits and Events 8. Accessibility & Services 9. Visitor Tips 10. Shopping and Dining The Louvre: A Mammoth of Art and Culture Housed in the Palais du Louvre (Louvre Palace), the…
Summary Mofongo Tostones Amarillos Arañitas Pastelón Pasteles Ask any Puerto Rican what their five favorite foods are, and we’re willing to bet at least two involve plantains. The plantain, the larger, tougher cousin of the softer, sweeter banana, cannot be eaten raw. However, when you cook it (and depending on how you cook it), you’ll…
1. Introduction to Peru’s Electrical System If you’re taking electrical appliances to Peru, you’ll need to know about the country’s electrical system. The electrical current and plug outlets may vary significantly from those in your home country. 2. Electrical Current in Peru Electricity in Peru operates on a 220-volt current and a 60-Hertz frequency (cycles…