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Fiance and I will be going to Paris in the summer. Anyone been there? Any recommendations on where to stay, where to go, besides the obvious places? We will be in Paris for a week. Wasn't planning on renting a vehicle, so everything will be walking or public transportation. That's why I'm looking to stay near the Louvre, but nothing is set in stone. Looking for any and all suggestions. Thanks!!
 
Paris has a lot of great landmarks but if you can, Chartres is about an hour southwest of Paris. It has a church built in 1400 and a lot of small shops to buy breads, cheese etc. Of course that has been 27 years ago but it was a great memory. Also, don't forget about the wineries. You have to have that with your bread and cheese.
 
My number one rule when traveling is never go to the obvious landmarks. Nothing is worse than going somewhere and just seeing a bunch of Americans, ogling the same stuff you've seen in books or on TV. Waiting in line to see something makes it a double no no. I try to just live as much like the people that live there. The Eiffel Tower is just an elegantly shaped hunk of metal that you already know what it looks like. And don't even think of coming home with a little 2" high version of the thing or I'll be waiting at the jetway to shove the thing up your nose. You know I'm not really going to shove it up your nose, don't you? "One in a million Doc!"
Seriously, just wander into random neighborhoods and get a feel for the real Paris. You wouldn't go to NYC and hang out in Times Square would you?
 
I went on a tour last summer to France and Italy and spent 3 days in Paris. So while limited I can tell you that staying anywhere near the Louvre will be very expensive and the rooms will be very very small. If you aren't working with a travel agent to assist you I recommend you purchase asap Rick Steve's book on Paris. I bought it just for information but he will tell you the cost of hotels in that area and rank them for you. Bought my books on amazon and they were worth every cent - not expensive either. We took the subway everywhere and it was fine but crowded beyond belief. Rick's book will also let you tailor your daytrips to meet your interests. Best of luck.
 
Rick Steves probably has a travel guide for Paris and surrounding area... [URL="https://store.ricksteves.com/shop/p/paris-guidebook"https://store.ricksteves.com/shop/p/paris-guidebook]Paris[/URL] Even better it is on sale!
 
We were thinking the same thing...:)


frijole;71230 said:
I went on a tour last summer to France and Italy and spent 3 days in Paris. So while limited I can tell you that staying anywhere near the Louvre will be very expensive and the rooms will be very very small. If you aren't working with a travel agent to assist you I recommend you purchase asap Rick Steve's book on Paris. I bought it just for information but he will tell you the cost of hotels in that area and rank them for you. Bought my books on amazon and they were worth every cent - not expensive either. We took the subway everywhere and it was fine but crowded beyond belief. Rick's book will also let you tailor your daytrips to meet your interests. Best of luck.
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Rick Steve's is an expert. Travel is so expensive, it makes sense to research in order to make the most of a leisure trip. Stress free and efficient if possible makes for a good and memorable experience. :encouragement:

frijole;71248 said:
Lol! I thought his books were very helpful and easy to read.
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When speaking English, you'll need to be super loud. Repeating yourself is very helpful, too.

Ask the locals how to get to the Colosseum. It's a popular meme in France and you'll have everyone in stitches.

Be sure to let them know that America was happy to win WW's I and II for them.
 
frijole;71230 said:
I went on a tour last summer to France and Italy and spent 3 days in Paris. So while limited I can tell you that staying anywhere near the Louvre will be very expensive and the rooms will be very very small. If you aren't working with a travel agent to assist you I recommend you purchase asap Rick Steve's book on Paris. I bought it just for information but he will tell you the cost of hotels in that area and rank them for you. Bought my books on amazon and they were worth every cent - not expensive either. We took the subway everywhere and it was fine but crowded beyond belief. Rick's book will also let you tailor your daytrips to meet your interests. Best of luck.
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Thanks! I'll pick up the book, but she's already told me which hotel we are staying in. I have ZERO say in this and just said yes honey. I personally want to go to the Louvre, Notre Dame, she wants to go to the Arc and Louis Vuitton. I'm wanting to go to a vineyard. Not sure how many will be close. Fanatic--I've sent the fiance the city name, we'll look into that one too. I want to soak up as much as I can in the 7 days we are there.Got it, Capn, I won't let you know when we are coming back, I'm afraid a visit to the proctologist will be in order if you know when we land, cause I know it's not my nose you'd shove it up.... :P
 
Yes, the French are like old people the louder you speak the better. Don't forget Jerry Lewis. Work Jerry in whenever you can-can.

What about Le Royale with cheese?


HuskerVotary;71259 said:
When speaking English, you'll need to be super loud. Repeating yourself is very helpful, too.

Ask the locals how to get to the Colosseum. It's a popular meme in France and you'll have everyone in stitches.

Be sure to let them know that America was happy to win WW's I and II for them.
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The cool thing about his book is he divides Paris into districts and helps you organize day trips even telling you which days to avoid various places. I'm serious get the book and start planning! Have fun.
 
HuskerVotary;71259 said:
When speaking English, you'll need to be super loud. Repeating yourself is very helpful, too.

Ask the locals how to get to the Colosseum. It's a popular meme in France and you'll have everyone in stitches.

Be sure to let them know that America was happy to win WW's I and II for them.
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I know this thread was from the summer, but....

Here are some additional, and really helpful, hints and tips when visiting Paris:

1. Speak in an exaggerated French accent.
2. Buy a beret immediately and wear it everywhere.
3. Tell the locals their wine is awful.
4. Wear your "America is #1" shirt all the time.
5. Tell them they surrender so easily they could be a domesticated animal.

Do all the things Votary and I say, and you'll be so beloved by the French they'll elect you President.
 
We did Paris last April for a week with just a carryon. Go see all the places you have heard about. You might try getting the (Paris Pass). When you purchase it you get entry into a lot of the museums and art galleries plus you get your own line. These lines are considerably shorter than general admission. Go early in the day. Spend the afternoons at a sidewalk cafe with a glass of wine;) Go see the Eiffel Tower at night , it is amazing!
 
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