Tag Archives: Paris

France 2024 – Marche de Noël – Notre Dame

Posted on December 15, 2024 by herktrav

We started our day off with a visit to see the restored Notre Dame Cathedral. It was so good seeing it again, like visiting with an old friend. They still have quite a bit of work until it is completely … Continue reading →

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France 2024 – Walking through the 6th and Vivaldi

Posted on December 15, 2024 by herktrav

Ooh la la! Another morning to sleep in. With nothing planned early, there was no pressure to do anything but take it easy – so we did! Once we did get cleaned up, we headed out for a little walk. … Continue reading →

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France 2024 – Le Bon Marché and Willi’s

Posted on December 15, 2024 by herktrav

Started off the day by sleeping in. It was cozy and much needed. It must be all the Parisian air we’re taking in. Whatever the reason, it just felt good. After getting cleaned up, we headed up the Boulevard St … Continue reading →

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France 2024 – Marche De Nöel – La Défense

Posted on December 13, 2024 by herktrav

Another good night’s sleep and we were ready to step out for another day of exploring. Breakfast was perfect to get us going, so after cleaning up, we were off. Today we decided to visit the Christmas market at La … Continue reading →

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France 2024 – Shoppers’ Delight

Posted on December 12, 2024 by herktrav

Woke up after a good night’s sleep feeling ready and raring to go. The breakfast room was getting a facelift, so the hotel was providing breakfast in your room. We had the basic continental breakfast with tea, bread and pastries … Continue reading →

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France 2024 – Bonjour Paris!

Posted on December 11, 2024 by herktrav

I have no qualms about saying that Paris is my favorite travel destination. I can’t express how grateful and lucky I feel to be back, especially with the holiday spirit in the air – people are cheerful and the ‘City … Continue reading →

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France 2024 – Enjoying the holiday season in Paris

Posted on November 10, 2024 by herktrav

Back when I turned fifty years old, we spent my birthday in Paris. Since I am a Christmas Eve baby, that meant we celebrated Christmas in Paris. It was exciting and it was special. So while I’m still sixty-five, we … Continue reading →

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France 2024 – Paris at Christmastime

Posted on May 2, 2024 by herktrav

So we’ve been contemplating how to enjoy the finale of my 65th birthday year. We decided to visit some European Christmas markets. After much discussion, we arrived at our decision. We have decided to visit Paris in December. Our choices … Continue reading →

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France 2023 – Paris Tourists on the go!

Posted on October 8, 2023 by herktrav

With two days left to try and squeeze in a few more visitations, Tuesday became a little busy – but in a good way. Jan and Dave headed off on a tour of Giverny and Monet’s house and gardens. It’s … Continue reading →

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France 2023 – Mucha Exhibit & the 12th Arrondissement

Posted on September 22, 2023 by herktrav

No manic Monday here… just an interesting day of art, a visit to to 12th arrondissement and finishing off with dinner at Willi’s. Quelle belle journée! We met up in the hotel lobby after breakfast. The plan was to take … Continue reading →

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