I have to admit that I was a bit hesitant about visiting Paris. Over the years I have heard so many stories from so many people about bad experiences there that I can't say I had the most optimistic attitude when I arrived. However, that quickly changed, and my experience in Paris was wonderful.
Paris is without a doubt the most beautiful city I have ever visited. The entire place is like one enormous outdoor museum because of all the unique architecture and monuments. In fact, I didn't visit nearly as many museums as I had planned because I found it so fascinating to simply walk around and take in the sights.
- Pros:Gorgeous city with fabulous architecture and museums
- Cons:Crowded, expensive, heavy traffic
- In a nutshell:It would be a shame to live your live without ever visiting Paris
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Get a cheaper place, next time, it will certainly be larger !!! ;o)
Aah Paris, that seductive enchantress has captured my heart. Yours too? Your in a nutshell is spot on. Liked your warning tip too. lol! Gr8 walking city for sure.
Hi David, I see you love Paris as much as I do! Next time get a deluxe double at Le Regent; std. doubles are infamously tiny! Great location however!
I love this city and never tire reading about it. It is my favorite city that I have visited.
And I thought my hotel room in Paris was small.....jeez! Great page! Jen
Another spectacular introductory photo! Rodin Museum, Notre Dame De Paris, and the Louvre tips are excellent. I enjoyed and smiled about your hotel tip. Intelligent, creative, interesting, helpful tips.great job.
Great info & beautiful pics! I think I'm due for another visit to this beautiful city.
Great Paris page! Very nice "Thinker" photo!
Good detailed page!
great page so far! I didn't go inside the Louvre either, there were other museums I wanted to see first. I missed the Rodin one as it was raining a lot :( Hopefully next time as its on my must do list!
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