Most “top attractions” lists for the French capital, including my own, suggest a boat tour of the Seine or other waterways in Paris. But since these sorts of cruises are so commonplace– and […]
Getting There & Transport
Paris Airport Taxis: How to Use Them (& Avoid the Bad Ones)
I still remember my first bad taxi ride from Charles de Gaulle Airport. I was returning home from a visit with family in California, lugging around suitcases so heavy I thought I might […]
Do You Really Need Travel Insurance for a Trip to Paris & France?
For this first article in a new series of practical tips I’ll refer to as “Paris Trip Planning Q&A”, let’s tackle a boring, but entirely necessary, question. Readers have often asked me this: […]
Current Strikes in France: Will Your Travel Plans be Affected?
This spring and early summer, major strikes in France are affecting travelers as trains, flights and some public transportation services are delayed and even cancelled. Strike action in the air and rail sector […]
Best Time of Year to Visit Paris? There’s Charm in Every Season
In all the years I’ve covered Paris, the question I’ve been asked more predictably than any other is “When do you recommend I go?” Again and again, I’ve disappointed those hoping for me […]