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Strikes in Paris: What Tourists Need to Know For a Smooth Vacation

Wondering how strikes in Paris might impact your trip? Learn how to navigate metro, train, and flight disruptions with backup plans and real-time resources.

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Cooking Class in Paris: Insider’s Recommendation For the Best Local Class

Looking for the best cooking class in Paris? My honest review covers why a market tour is essential, French techniques you can expect to learn, and why it’s worth the price

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Eiffel Tower viewed from Champ de Mars park, essential things to do in Paris for first-time visitors

Things to Do in Paris: 50+ Insider Favorites & Hidden Gems (2025)

Discover 50+ amazing things to do in Paris with insider tips from someone who visits every year. These are my absolutely favorite museums, hidden gems, restaurants & local secrets.

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Day Trips from Paris by Train: 12 Awesome Towns Within 2 Hours

Discover the 12 best day trips from Paris by train within 2 hours. Complete guide with step-by-step booking, real costs, and expert tips for visiting châteaux, medieval towns, and champagne regions.

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Monet's famous water lily pond in Giverny with floating lily pads, weeping willow trees, and perfect reflections

Day Trips from Paris: 5 Unmissable Places Every Traveler Should Visit

Discover the 5 best day trips from Paris! From Versailles’ royal splendor to Champagne caves and Monet’s Giverny. Expert tips, tours & travel times included.

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Is the Museum Pass In Paris Worth It? The Simple Math To Help You Decide

Is the museum pass in Paris actually worth it? After years of visiting museums in Paris, here’s when it saves money and when you should skip it entirely.

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Paris in the Fall: 15 Best Things to Do, Eat & See

There’s something magical about Paris in the fall. The leaves in the Tuileries are turning colors, you can wear…

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Paris Metro Tickets: How To Buy Them BEFORE You Land in Paris

Planning a trip to Paris? Learn how to buy Paris metro tickets before you land, avoid kiosk stress, and compare the best passes for CDG, Orly, and sightseeing—straight from a frequent traveler.

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Eiffel Tower from the Champ de Mars on a partly cloudy day, surrounded by visitors capturing the perfect Paris memory.

3 Days in Paris: Insider’s Guide to the Perfect Paris Vacation

Planning 3 days in Paris? This insider itinerary covers the local and tourist favorites including where to stay, what to see (during the day and night), and definitely what to eat!

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Paris in Winter: Insider’s Guide to Planning the Perfect Winter Vacation

Planning a winter getaway? Here’s an insider’s guide to the best things to do in Paris in winter—from festive Christmas markets and cozy cafés to hidden wine tastings and day trips to Versailles.

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