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How to Get From the Airport to Paris by Taxi (& Avoid Scams)

by Courtney Traub | September 19, 2025
How to Get From the Airport to Paris by Taxi (& Avoid Scams)
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I still remember my first (and last) scam taxi ride from Charles de Gaulle Airport. I was returning home from a visit with family in […]

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How to Avoid Tourist Traps & Scams in Paris: Our Top Tips

by Courtney Traub | July 9, 2026
How to Avoid Tourist Traps & Scams in Paris: Our Top Tips
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As one of the world’s most-visited cities, Paris relies on tourism to thrive economically. While that’s generally a mutually beneficial thing, it has its downsides. […]

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Travel Insurance for France: What You Need to Know

by Courtney Traub | January 25, 2023
Travel Insurance for France: What You Need to Know
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For this first article in a series of practical tips I’ll refer to as “Paris Trip Planning Q&A“, let’s tackle a boring, but entirely necessary, […]

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Is Paris Safe in 2026 and Beyond?

by Courtney Traub | August 27, 2026
Is Paris Safe in 2026 and Beyond?
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Our top safety tips for traveling to France & the capital Many travelers want to know whether Paris is still safe to visit– and their […]

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