PARIS TRAVEL LIKE A LOCAL
Why Travel to Paris?
It comes as no secret, Paris is my favorite place in the world- my heart home.
Living in Paris changed me for the better. Now that I split my time between Charleston and Paris, sharing my love by helping others plan Paris travel like a local brings me the deepest form of joi de vivre. The city is magic and it doesn’t take long to make that magic yours!
Wander (flâner) amidst the Haussmannian architecture, picnic in the gardens, get lost in the Louvre, sip coffee or wine on a terrasse, fill up on crêpes and vintage books, watch the Eiffel Tower sparkle– this magical city is meant to be shared. This is why Paris is also my favorite place to plan trips and travel with others time and time again!
Leslie Knope was right about so many things in life, especially when saying, “If you have the ability to go to Paris, by all means, go to Paris.”
PARIS TRAVEL INSPIRATION
A Guide to Enjoying Laduree Macarons in Paris, France
The History of Ladurée in Paris, France Laduree macarons originated in Paris, France but are now these sweet treats are an international sensation. Louis Ernest Ladurée first opened up a bakery in the middle of Paris in 1862, then changed it to a patisserie shop...
Notre Dame is Open to the Public Again: Here is Everything You Need to Know
Y'all, it's finally happening!! After five long sad years of anticipation, Notre Dame is open to the public again as of December 8, 2024. As you probably know, the historic French cathedral church that is one of the most famous landmarks in the world has been under...
Itinerary for a Perfect Day on Ile Saint Louis
In the middle of the Seine River in the shadow of Notre Dame Cathedral lies a small pedestrian bridge that leads you from the western edge of Île de la Cité to its smaller sister island, the idyllic Île Saint-Louis. Less than half a mile in length and full of old...
The Iconic Green Chairs of Paris Parks
These days, Saturday mornings are for writing. But first, coffee. I roll out of bed, turn on the kettle, sleepily spoon out grounds into my french press, and pull out my mug. But not just any mug- Saturday mornings call for my Green Chair mug. What is a Green Chair...
What is Summer Like in Paris?
Summer is a beautiful time to visit Paris, France - especially if you can make it earlier in the summer before you hit high tourist season. Sure, Parisian summers are busy with tourists, but local Parisians love summer in this beautiful city too, and most stay out...
A Paris Cafe for Every Type of Traveler
“Bonjour. Un café, s’il vous plaît.” If there is a single phrase that a tourist in Paris should make sure to store in even the most jetlagged of brains, this just might be it. Coffee. Café. Espresso. Noisette. Café Crème. The French take their coffee breaks quite...