The Man Who Saved the Louvre
In late August 1939, with German troops massing near the French border, a quiet civil servant began a mission that…
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20 Things That Get You Scolded in France
Even the most polite travelers can stumble in France without realizing it. Many of these “mistakes” aren’t written anywhere, yet…
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Montmartre Grape Harvest Festival 2025: A Full Guide to Paris’s Most Joyful Autumn Event
Every October, the slopes of Montmartre burst into celebration for the Fête des Vendanges de Montmartre, one of Paris’s oldest…
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Château de Chantilly: One of France’s Finest Day Trips
Forty kilometers north of Paris, the Château de Chantilly sits surrounded by water, forest, and gardens. It’s part palace, part…
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7 Reasons to Stop Following YouTube Itineraries in Paris
The internet is flooded with videos promising to show “the best of Paris.” The best croissant. The top five brasseries….
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Is Paris Safe to Visit ? What Locals and Travelers Say
When you scroll through social media, it can sound like Paris is a city full of danger and scams waiting…
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Carcassonne’s Ramparts Reborn: 300 Meters Rebuilt and Fully Open for Visitors
The medieval fortress of Carcassonne, one of France’s most visited UNESCO sites, has quietly entered a new chapter. For the…
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9 Smart Tips for Finding Good Restaurants in Paris
Finding a good meal in Paris can take hours of scrolling through blogs, Google Maps, and endless “best of” lists…
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The Bar à Champagne at the Top of the Eiffel Tower
Few experiences say “Paris” quite like sipping champagne above the city. At 276 meters high, the Champagne Bar sits at…
