For those of us cosmopolites who have a list of dream destinations, Paris, the most romantic place on earth, should be in your top ten. Consider walking along the famous Champs-Elysées after a day of shopping on Saint-Germain. Think about having a lot of historical treasures to discover. Imagine roaming through the quaint streets of Paris. Are you ready for a visit?
The famous Eiffel Tower and the Louvre Museum are at the heart of Paris. This city’s flawless architecture, designed to perfection, along with its many historical cobblestone streets and aromatic scents of French cafés have captivated people for years.
When doing research on hotels where you would like to stay and hot spots you would like to visit, check out www.parisvoice.com. At this site, you will find out what is happening during your vacation stay, including any special functions that might be going on and when certain museums and historical sites are going to be closed. Another Web site to visit is www.magicparis.com, which also has great tips on everything from shopping and eating to sleeping and partying.
Once your plans are complete, go to www.discoverfrance.com to advance purchase tickets to main attractions and train (metro) cards. Also, hours of operation for tourist traps are displayed on this site so that you can plan your itinerary accordingly.
Lastly, learning simple phrases such as bonjour (hello) and merci (thank you) can be helpful while touring Paris. Nevertheless, Parisians are very helpful and will guide you to your destinations, if need be. Paris never has to be a dream but a dream that comes true. Bon Voyage!
By Angela Ambrosini-Haliski