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
Market Tours and Cooking Classes: Culinary Experiences in Paris with Chef Brian DeFehr
July 10th, 2018As our minds and appetites naturally turn to the wonderful selection of fresh produce available in France at the moment, we thought it would be the perfect opportunity to catch up with our resident private Chef Brian and grill him, as it were, about some of his favorite culinary experiences in Paris. ... Read More
Soldes in France: Guide to Shopping the Biannual Sales in Paris
July 3rd, 2018Everybody likes a good deal when shopping, right? And if it’s while shopping in Paris, even better. Say hello to the sales, known as les soldes! … Read on for our guide to help you make the most out of the sales in Paris! ... Read More
The Best Stores to Buy French Food Souvenirs in Paris
June 26th, 2018One of the main reasons people travel to France is the food. While we’d all love to bring home a personal French chef to recreate all our favorite French dishes, fortunately we can at least bring home some of the ingredients they’d use to stock our own kitchens. Want to keep the taste of France in your home cooked meals after you’ve bid au revoir to the City of Light? Here are the best stores to buy French food souvenirs in Paris. ... Read More
5 Great Museums in Paris (that aren’t the Louvre)
June 19th, 2018It’s no secret that there are tons of great museums in Paris. However, with the high season upon us, why wait in line at a big museum when you could be soaking in the culture one of the many smaller, but equally interesting, museums dotted throughout the city? Get the culture without the crowds by visiting some of the great museums in Paris that aren’t the Louvre. ... Read More
Scandalous Boudoirs and Courtesans: A Unique Paris Tour
June 12th, 2018The Paris Perfect Travel Design Team is taking you behind closed doors on a unique Paris tour that takes a walk on the wild side of the capital, traveling back in time to meet some of the most scandalous characters who have given Paris its racy reputation. ... Read More
Discover Batignolles–Paris’ New Hippest Neighborhood
June 4th, 2018Paris is known for setting trends, but where do the Parisian trendsetters flock? To the oh-so-cool Batignolles neighborhood in the 17th arrondissement, of course! Take a walk with us around this fascinating part of the city. ... Read More
Terraces, Rooftops and Gardens: The Best Places to Eat Outside in Paris
May 29th, 2018In Paris, sitting outside during beautiful weather is almost a requirement. As soon as the mercury hits a comfortable level, Parisians emerge en masse to people-watch and sip rosé on every street corner in the city. Here are some of our picks for the best places to eat outside in Paris. ... Read More
Atelier des Lumières and Musée Yves Saint Laurent: Visit these New Museums in Paris
May 22nd, 2018How often do you get to experience something completely unexpected and unique? As we all know, the City of Light is at the forefront of the world, with so many fantastic exhibitions and artistic events to enjoy, whether you are visiting for the first or the fifteenth time. The Paris Perfect Travel Design Team is excited to tell you about two brand new museums in Paris that have just opened their doors to a very enthusiastic public. ... Read More
12 Paris Instagram Accounts to Inspire Your Next Trip
May 15th, 2018If you spend time scrolling through Paris Instagram accounts then you’re probably looking to freshen up your feed. While narrowing down all of the fantastic Paris Instagram accounts is nearly impossible, there are some that really make you feel as if you’re right there in the city with them. Scroll through each of these beautifully curated accounts, and be prepared to constantly press the save button as inspiration for your next trip. ... Read More
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