The Paris-in-August Phenomenon
Paris in August Back in August of 2013, I stepped off of a plane in Paris and soon discovered the strange phenomenon that is Paris in August. Anywhere from mid-July to the end of August, Parisians are more or less taking time off to enjoy les vacances d’été (or summer
John Arndt’s Full Interview
Part 2 Paris Expats: Why Move to Paris? John Arndt's Full Interview John's a music producer/composer, originally from Marshfield Wisconsin, he grew up in this small town with dreams of going out into the larger world. He first visited Paris in the fall of 2019, on an invitation to
6 Mistakes Expats in Paris Want You to Avoid
Thrive as an Expat in Paris If you dream of moving to Paris either for a while or indefinitely, I want YOU to get a head start. Be aware of some of the mistakes I've made and seen others make that can improve your experience 10 fold if
Coronavirus: Is Travel to Europe Possible in 2020
As Coronavirus spreads, should you travel to Europe this year? If you're asking yourself this question, consider all the factors of your trip before making plans, changes or cancellations. I want to share some insight on how the Coronavirus affects travel to Europe and 7 ways to be
10 Secret French Lifestyle Rules Revealed
Photo Credit: Guendalina Flamini The French are iconic for living differently than the rest of the world, there’s a certain je ne sais quoi about the people, their culture and their lifestyle. Known as classy people with one of the most romantic languages, their signature lifestyle we find
Where to Stay in Paris: Insider Secrets to Book Luxury Apartments
So you’ve booked your flight, congrats! You’re one step closer to Par-ee and now you’re doing your research on where to stay in the city. The hotel/apartment search can be daunting considering the myriad of options you have out there. Here are my recommended areas to assist
Where to Stay in Paris: A Brief Breakdown of all 20 arrondissements
The 20 arrondissements of Paris in a nutshell Here are the 20 arrondissements in a quick digest of Paris. Consider it your digital wine tasting of each area of the city to whet your pallet for your next trip. Every Parisian neighborhood is one of a kind. Each
Paris Highlights & Must-Sees
Photo Credit: Priscilla Chai PARIS 101: Landmarks & Monuments As an expat living in France, over the years I have been asked time and time again what to do in Paris, where to eat, what to see and visit
Why I Moved to Paris
THE CITY THAT CHARMED MY HEART "WHY DID YOU MOVE TO PARIS?" T’is the million dollar question for an expat in Paris--why did I, a girl from Texas move to Paris? For a person who didn’t grow up necessarily being a francophile or learning French, I found myself in