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Best Movie Theaters in Paris: A Few Favorites

by Courtney Traub | October 13, 2023
Best Movie Theaters in Paris: A Few Favorites
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From Arthouse Cinemas to Modern Multiplex Screens When it comes to cinema, Paris is a powerhouse, and not only in terms of the number of […]

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In Review: The Hotel Thoumieux & Its Elegant Brasserie

by Courtney Traub | November 13, 2023
In Review: The Hotel Thoumieux & Its Elegant Brasserie
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Nestled between the Invalides and the Eiffel Tower, the Hotel Thoumieux is a four-star boutique hotel in an unusually vibrant corner of Paris’ touristy 7th […]

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Paris Cocktail Week: Sample the City’s Most Creative Drinks

by Courtney Traub | September 16, 2020
Paris Cocktail Week: Sample the City’s Most Creative Drinks
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Cocktails haven’t always been a strong suit in the French capital. Just a few years ago, procuring a decent mixed drink– much less a thoughtfully […]

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Roaming Paris’ Oberkampf Neighborhood: What to See & Do?

by Patricia De Oliveira | September 19, 2023
Roaming Paris’ Oberkampf Neighborhood: What to See & Do?
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With its eclectic mix of trendy bars, nightclubs and concert halls, the lively Oberkampf neighborhood in Paris is a haven for foodies and partygoers. This […]

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Why to Visit Fluctuart, Paris’ First Floating Art Gallery

by Patricia De Oliveira | July 3, 2023
Why to Visit Fluctuart, Paris’ First Floating Art Gallery
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Opened in July 2019, Fluctuart is the world’s first floating “urban art center”. Docked at the foot of The Pont des Invalides on the left […]

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How (& Where) to Enjoy Beaujolais Nouveau Wine Tastings in Paris

by Jacob Kleinman and Courtney Traub | October 27, 2023
How (& Where) to Enjoy Beaujolais Nouveau Wine Tastings in Paris
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The French may not celebrate Thanksgiving, but on the third Thursday of November they find something of their own to be thankful for: wine. To be […]

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Exploring the Gambetta-Ménilmontant Neighborhood in Paris, from Shops to Nightlife

by Colette Davidson and Courtney Traub | November 6, 2019
Exploring the Gambetta-Ménilmontant Neighborhood in Paris, from Shops to Nightlife
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For a taste of Paris far from the madding crowd and the done-to-death tourist track, head over to the Gambetta- Ménilmontant neighborhood. Tucked in a […]

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4 Paris Jazz Festivals to Mark in Your Calendar Now

by Courtney Traub | June 17, 2021
4 Paris Jazz Festivals to Mark in Your Calendar Now
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Paris is legendary for its longstanding jazz scene, rivaling New Orleans’ and New York’s at certains points in history. While the golden era of Dizzy […]

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How to Enjoy Paris Gay Pride (Marche des Fiertés LGBT+) in 2023?

by Courtney Traub | May 10, 2023
How to Enjoy Paris Gay Pride (Marche des Fiertés LGBT+) in 2023?
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Summer in the French capital necessarily means festivals and music filling the streets, the long days seeming to stretch out even further amid the joyful […]

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In Review: The Ice Kube Bar in Paris (Gimmick or Intriguing Night Out?)

by Colette Davidson | November 12, 2019
In Review: The Ice Kube Bar in Paris (Gimmick or Intriguing Night Out?)
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Featuring Siberian temperatures, surreal bunker-like surroundings that might remind you of Superman’s icy lair, and a jetset-aspiring clientele, the Ice Kube bar at Paris’ Kube […]

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In Review: Breizh Café & Cider Bar, for Creative Cocktails & Bréton Nibbles

by Courtney Traub | February 3, 2020
In Review: Breizh Café & Cider Bar, for Creative Cocktails & Bréton Nibbles
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Bréton-style savory pancakes and cocktails: if the combination sounds a bit odd, that’s because it is. But as I recently discovered, it can also be […]

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Best Places for Wine Tasting in Bordeaux: Bars & More in the City Center

by Courtney Traub | October 10, 2023
Best Places for Wine Tasting in Bordeaux: Bars & More in the City Center
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A few years ago, I spent a little under six weeks living and working in Bordeaux, as I prepared to write a local guide. Like […]

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In Review: The Grand Pigalle Hotel in Paris

by Courtney Traub | November 13, 2023
In Review: The Grand Pigalle Hotel in Paris
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Situated in South Pigalle, a formerly seedy Parisian district that’s recently been colonized by hipsters, foodies and fashionistas, the Grand Pigalle Hotel has only been […]

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Paris Boat Tours & Cruises: Are They Worth Your Time?

by Courtney Traub | October 24, 2023
Paris Boat Tours & Cruises: Are They Worth Your Time?
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Most “top attractions” lists for the French capital, including our own, suggest a Paris boat tour of the Seine or other waterways in the capital. […]

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Inside Lapérouse, a Romantic Paris Restaurant With History Galore

by Courtney Traub | October 7, 2020
Inside Lapérouse, a Romantic Paris Restaurant With History Galore
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First opened in 1766 as “La Maison Lapérouse”, this distinguished restaurant and bar situated smack on the banks of the Seine is a favorite spot for […]

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In Review: Au Sauvignon, a Paris Wine Bar That Transcends Trendy

by Jacob Kleinman with Courtney Traub (Editor) | November 17, 2019
In Review: Au Sauvignon, a Paris Wine Bar That Transcends Trendy
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Opened some 65 years ago around the corner from the iconic Hotel Lutetia, Au Sauvignon is a Paris wine bar that’s been owned and operated […]

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Nightlife Notes: La Bellevilloise, for Laid-Back Drinks & Live Music in Paris

by Nicole Smith | November 26, 2019
Nightlife Notes: La Bellevilloise, for Laid-Back Drinks & Live Music in Paris
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  Ever since moving to the northeastern side of Paris, I’d been curious to give La Bellevilloise a try, having heard that it’s a closely-guarded […]

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Review: Le Bouillon Belge, a Paris Beer Bar With Rough-and-Tumble Charm

by Courtney Traub | November 21, 2023
Review: Le Bouillon Belge, a Paris Beer Bar With Rough-and-Tumble Charm
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The first thing I’ll say about Le Bouillon Belge is that it isn’t remotely close to any place in Paris where most tourists care to […]

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