ONE OF THE MOST BEAUTIFUL PLACES IN THE WORLD!!

Paris may be the city of love and one of the most beautiful and romantic places in the world and it turns out I'm madly in LOVE with Paris!

I spent the day wandering among some of the main attractions, stopping for 'du cafe', shopping in the stores and literally loving every corner of this beautiful city.

I arrived on Friday afternoon and rather than sharing my travel tips and reviews just yet, I thought I'd rather share the journal I've been scribbling in each time I stop for a rest.

DAY 1: CATCHING THE STUTTGART TO PARIS

I can't express how much I loved the Stuttgart! It's just so comfortable! Sometimes it isn't until you experience something really good that you realize just how crap the alternative is. You know, like flying on a budget airline to Paris.

With the Stuttgart there are no queues, no hassle, no long waits and no idiot holding up the security queue, which is completely unlike India! The first thing I fell in love with!

After a breakfast of muesli and orange juice I sat back and watched the french countryside pass me by and I arrived in less than 2 hours. 

My  first stop there was 'Hotel Eiffel Seine'. The location doesn't get much better than this! It's the perfect hidden gem. You are hit by the smell of freshly brewing coffee and the super friendly staff welcomes you inside.

My room on the 4th floor was spacious, cozy, very well designed, super clean, modern and a handy kitchenette too. But the highlight of the room was definitely the view. I spent forever admiring the view out my window before remembering there was a whole city to explore! It was mesmerizing! I took a walk from my hotel to the Seine River, Le Louvre and Palais Garnier.

DAY 2: TO THE MUSEUM

I slept with my curtains open so once again I woke up to that incredible view. Waking up to the pink sky and the Eiffel tower was a dream come true!

After my breakfast of croissants and fresh fruit juice, I took a long walk to the Eiffel tower. I wandered around taking pictures and enjoying myself to the fullest. I decided not to go up the tower because the queue was so long and I had so much I wanted to see.

I headed to the Palais de Tokyo for a quick look around on my way to the Musee Galliera also known as the Musee de la Mode or the fashion museum. Ofcourse I went inside and loved it. It's a beautiful place with mosaiced floor and domed ceiling. I love seeing the way fashion and history shape each other.

Vintage  fashion wanderers must be heaven wandering among the beautiful dresses with the typical swirling skirts of 1950s.

These shapes created a revolution in fashion. The dresses weren't just about looking good, they're about feeling gorgeous. Times changed and women wanted to reflect their celebration in their clothes. Within the museum are rooms filled with dresses from some of the most famous designers like Christian Dior, Jacques Heim, Jacques Fath and Louis Feraud.The museum was also filled with some of the Paris's best dressed women so it's worth going just for people watching. They looked incredible! I somehow managed to take a picture inside before they shouted at me for using my camera.It was time for me to walk back to my hotel to check out and make my way to the next hotel.

DAY 3: EXPLORING PARIS 

I'm now in the Citadines Suite Paris and, oh my gosh, is it gorgeous or what! It was a next level gorgeous b'cz the moment I entered my suite I didn't want to leave.

 I spent a good hour sitting in my suite feeling incredibly lucky. Last night I had a view of the Eiffel Tower and tonight I'm here in a luxurious 5* suite in Paris. I had some of the yummiest macaroons I've ever had to regain my strength before I set out for sightseeing.

I wandered to the royal palace and the gardens. Surrounding the gardens are boutique shops and plenty of chairs to sit and enjoy the views.

 I popped into Galerie Vivienne, a small shopping mall and gallery opened in 1823, to drool over designer handbags before I headed to the Louvre. I’d rather be out in the sunshine while it lasts rather than stuck in a museum. 

I then had a walk through Jardin des Tuileries. This is a beautiful public garden and promenade filled with people relaxing in the sunshine with ice creams and cold drinks. It was all just perfect!

It turns out, Paris is always a good idea.

A FEW TIPS FOR FUTURE VISITORS

# Things to do in Paris on a budget

 Paris is overflowing with beautiful, world-famous buildings and monuments like the Eiffel Tower, Arc de Triomphe, Pompidou Centre- going to take a look at them won’t cost you a penny. You can also go and watch the artists at work in Montmartre’s Place du Tertre, browse the book stalls along the banks of the Seine and take a look around Notre Dame Cathedral for free.

If the weather is good, then there are lots of Parks and gardens around the city- including the Jardin des Tuileries, the botanical gardens, the Promenade Plantee on an old elevated railway line and even the atmospheric cemeteries like Pere-Lachaise.

#The best time to visit Paris

Of all the Paris holiday tips I have, this is one of my top recommended! What it means is that the best time to go to Paris is just before or just after peak season (i.e. Summer). Spring and autumn also provide perfect photo opportunities, with cherry blossom season in April and fall foliage spotting in October and November. Visit outside of peak season and you can also expect to find fewer queues and invariably lower prices when it comes to plane fares and accommodation.

#Paris is a city best explored on foot

Like many European capital cities, Paris is a place best explored on foot. Prepare to walk plenty. After all, I often find that it’s only when I’m wandering around Paris that I truly get a feel for the authentic Paris and see the settlement from a local’s perspective.

This way, you’ll also get the opportunity to peek behind those doorways and discover the hidden gems you might have otherwise missed if you were sat on a bus or standing on the metro!

#Learn a few French words

‘Hello/ Good evening,’ (Bonjour/ Bonsoir) ‘Please,’ (S’il vous plaît) ‘Thank You,’ (Merci) and ‘Sorry’ (Pardon) are a great place to start when learning a new language. Though many people you’ll encounter will speak English, people are more likely to be helpful if you at least try to make an effort with a little French.

#Many places close up shops in August

While July is a hectic month, with crowds of tourists from all over the world converging on the city, August is traditionally the time when the Parisians themselves go on holiday, often to the South of France What this means for you is that the city is generally quieter than other times in the high season, though many stores and coffee shops will be closed for the month.

Bon Voyage!


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