5 Reasons to Plan a Winter Trip to Paris
October 17th, 2018While you may not have thought of Paris as an ideal winter destination, it’s actually a great time to visit the city. The low season means better rates, fewer tourists and more opportunities to see Paris in its truest form. So what are you waiting for? Check out these reasons to plan a winter trip to Paris. ... Read More
Shaken and Stirred: The Hottest Cocktail Bars in Paris
October 10th, 2018While France may be known for its wine, the cocktail scene in Paris has never looked better. No matter the arrondissement or your preference for bar atmosphere–a quiet candlelit corner, a funky speakeasy, a kitschy theme–there’s something to suit everyone’s tastes. We’ve narrowed down a selection of the hottest cocktail bars in Paris, with creations that are guaranteed to intrigue and bartenders who are fully dedicated to their craft. ... Read More
5 Places to See Fall Foliage in Paris
October 2nd, 2018The French capital is famously seductive in spring, but for true romance you can’t beat fall foliage in Paris. Plan a trip in October or November to spy the city’s autumn leaves turning yellow, orange, red and gold. It’s a dazzling array of color that looks a treat set against elegant architecture and pretty parks. ... Read More
Introducing Our Vacation Rentals in Normandy France
September 26th, 2018If spring is the season for cleaning, autumn may be the season of acquisition, and that’s just what we’ve done- we’re very excited to announce our newest rentals in Normandy! ... Read More
Our Favorite Restaurants Near the Louvre
September 18th, 2018It’s a well-known fact that the Louvre is the most-visited museum in the world, and it’s also renowned for being one of the trickiest to navigate. With over 380,000 objects on show, it would apparently take about three full days to visit every single room: hungry work for even the most enthusiastic art lover! As there’s nothing more exhausting than trailing around looking for somewhere to get a bite to eat before or after your cultural exploits, we’ve put together a list of our top 10 recommendations of restaurants near the Louvre that we – and our Paris Perfect guests – love. ... Read More
Warm and Cozy Apartments in Paris for Fall and Winter Stays
September 10th, 2018Fallen leaves, cozy sweaters, warm drinks and cashmere scarves- these are a few of the things we look forward to when the temperatures drop and the leaves begin to change in Paris. After your lovely autumn stroll, you of course want to go back to your warm apartment to curl up on the couch with a cup of tea and a good book- but which Paris Perfect apartment to choose? Here are our choices for apartments in Paris for fall and winter stays, for all the comforts of home to combat the chill in the air. ... Read More
Shopping near the Eiffel Tower on Rue Saint-Dominique
September 4th, 2018The rue Saint-Dominique stretches from the Esplanade des Invalides in the east to the Champ de Mars in the west, connecting some of the most famous landmarks in the city. They say it’s the journey that counts, not the destination, and this street is much more than a way to get from the Eiffel Tower to the Pont Alexandre III. With plenty of boutiques and a great view on most of the street, you’ll love shopping near the Eiffel Tower on rue Saint-Dominique. ... Read More
Skip the Crowds: 8 Tourist Places to Avoid in Paris
August 28th, 2018One of the incredible things about Paris is that it’s full of beauty everywhere you look. However, this beauty isn’t exactly a well-kept secret, and there are some places that have gotten super popular, and with good reason. They’re awesome! Though, if you’re looking to get away from the crowds, or if you’ve visited these places before and are looking for something new, we’ve got some fantastic alternatives. ... Read More
Buying and Renovating a Paris Apartment: Introducing the Saint Pourçain
August 21st, 2018We love a great transformation story, and we know you do too! We’ve been following Wendy and Mike Concannon as they embark on buying and renovating a Paris apartment. The process is complete, and we’re delighted to add the gorgeous three bedroom, two-and-a-half bathroom Saint Pourçain apartment to our roster. If you’ve ever thought about buying and renovating a Paris apartment then this is your lucky day! Wendy and Mike are sharing their journey in this interview. ... Read More
Guess the French Cheeses + a Book Giveaway
August 14th, 2018As someone who jumps from main course to dessert, and doesn’t stop for cheese, my fantastic meal in Alsace was a change in game plan. Philippe and our French friends think I’m a bit crazy for waxing on about something that is part of their everyday life. But where else in the world has a plate of cheeses become a such a tradition? Centuries old processes were developed and still used just for one course of a meal. ... Read More
Fun things to do with the Family in Paris during the Summer
August 7th, 2018Memories of summers past, vacations full of laughter and funny stories that will be told for years to come – traveling as a family should be as fun and stress-free as possible and finding the right things to do with the family in Paris during the summer isn’t hard when you know what you are looking for! Whether your children are artists, scientists, sports stars or linguists Paris has the activity to inspire the whole family, here are some ideas to experience City of Light through your child’s eyes. ... Read More
Summer in Paris: The Coolest Places to Beat the Heat
July 31st, 2018If you follow the Paris Perfect Instagram account, you know that summer in Paris can get pretty hot. This translates well for warm summer evenings spent outside on restaurant terraces, with glasses of chilled rosé. However, during the day, it can be a challenge to find a way to keep cool. Fortunately, you’re in luck; we’ve rounded up the coolest places to beat the heat during summer in Paris! ... Read More
The Best Places to Buy French Beauty Products in Paris
July 25th, 2018It’s no secret that the beauty of French women is a thing of legend. They seem to have mastered the art of aging gracefully. So rather than envy their genetics, which we can’t copy, we turned to what we could copy–their skincare routines. To help you look like a French woman for years to come, we’ve rounded up the best places to buy French beauty products in Paris. ... Read More
From Burgundy to Bordeaux: The Top Places to Drink Wine in Paris
July 17th, 2018If you love wine, then undoubtedly during your trip you’ll be looking for some great places to drink wine in Paris. But where to start? With wine being quite literally cheaper than water, the number of options can be overwhelming, so we picked out for you some of our top places to drink wine in Paris, whether you prefer a more upscale atmosphere or to be surrounded by locals. Santé ! ... Read More
A Summer Weekend in Normandy and A French Country Style Wedding
July 12th, 2018Philippe and I had a wonderful weekend in Normandy, while attending the French country style wedding of his niece, Sophie. It was a fantastic occasion, and particularly special for me, as it was my first family-in-France wedding! Sophie and her family put on a day to remember in the most beautiful setting in the world–the town of Eu. ... Read More
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