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Most Beautiful Bridges of Paris: History & How to Visit

by Courtney Traub | April 24, 2024
Most Beautiful Bridges of Paris: History & How to Visit
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From “Last Tango in Paris” to “Amélie”, “Les Amants du Pont Neuf” to “Before Sunset” and “Midnight in Paris”,  many well-known movies about the French capital […]

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Looking for a Good Virtual Tour of Paris? Start With These.

by Courtney Traub | January 19, 2023
Looking for a Good Virtual Tour of Paris? Start With These.
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When the world was turned upside-down by a minuscule, spike-covered virus, in 2020, many of us who take joy in travel had to find creative […]

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Inside Le Train Bleu, One of Paris’ Most Beautiful Brasseries

by Courtney Traub | October 2, 2023
Inside Le Train Bleu, One of Paris’ Most Beautiful Brasseries
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During the heyday of train travel in the late nineteenth to early-twentieth centuries, rail stations in major cities were places where wealthy travelers showed off […]

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5 French Paintings that Depict Paris (& Transport You There)

by Courtney Traub | June 10, 2026
5 French Paintings that Depict Paris (& Transport You There)
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My partner and I recently framed and hung a new print to liven up a blank wall in our house: an enigmatic painting from Marc […]

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25 Songs About Paris That’ll Take You Right There

by Courtney Traub | June 17, 2024
25 Songs About Paris That’ll Take You Right There
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Whether you’ve planned a trip to France or are simply dreaming of being there, music is a powerful and visceral way to virtually travel. From […]

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