Tuesday, March 31, 2015

3 Awesome Websites for Things to Do With Kids in Paris


"You know you've reached middle age when, all of a sudden, Paris is no longer the city of light, of love, of romance, of a thousand vins rouges and cafes au lait and moonlit walks along the Seine, but instead . . . a place to go with your kid."  Writes Anne Glusker in the Washington Post article Paris with Kids.

 Kid-friendly things to do in Paris? C'est possible.

Another good resource is from David Lebovitz who, in a small twist of irony, writes a great article and lists the Ten Great Things to Do With Kids in Paris yet at the time of the writing admits he has no children.

An lastly, lovingly written in English is the PARIS INFO Official website of the Convention and Visitors Bureau: Family outings in Paris guide. How about this paragraph for promoting Paris as a great place to bring children

"Paris is THE kids' capital! There are outings to suit everyone’s interest and mood: improve your general knowledge while visiting a museum, burn off some energy doing sport, relax at a show … See all our great sporting, cultural and outdoor ideas for family fun in Paris!...Paris is a great place to discover with the family!"

Well done, Anne Glusker, David Lebovitz and Paris Info!

Monday, March 30, 2015

Eggcellent! - The Joyful Majesty of the Vaux-le-Vicomte Easter Hunt Coming Soon


April 4, 5 and 6, the château of Vaux-le-Vicomte celebrates Easter. It's one of the biggest easter egg hunts in the world!!! During 3 days, more than 170 egg hunts will take place in the different spots and corners of the famous garden drawn by Le Nôtre, for a total of 85 000 chocolate eggs to be found.

Book your Vaux le Vicomte célébre Pâques online today!

Studio To Rent - South of Paris, Verriers Le Buisson: 450e

This listing exemplifies is the depth and beauty of Real Estate in France. This very same apartment in Paris proper would be easily twice the cost if not more. The network of bus and rail systems in Paris and the surrounding districts mean that without a car one can find accommodations for the short or long term at very affordable prices. People always associate Paris with over the top luxury but a 30 minute train ride away you can find your little slice of paradise for at a very affordable price.




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  • 13 square meter studio 
  • Verrieres le Buisson
  • Take RER B to Antony then change bus 196 to my studio
  • the studio has a window.
  • Nice shower.
  • Toilet.
  • Cupboard.
  • Double bed.
  • Fridge and cooking facility to be added.
  • Rent is 450e per month including internet,  water, tax.
Looking for a clean, quiet person who could rent it for long term, please feel free to call for more info ore mail for photos.

Studio is free right away.

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CarCrashian Divorce Rumors: Split On Hold For Paris Fashion Week Love Birds?


Does anyone really give a hoot or am I just getting old? lol...

"Kim Kardashian and Kanye West have put their divorce on hold as it could hurt their careers, sources said." writes Media and Culture correspondent Suman Varandani of the International Business Times. "Rumors about their troubled marriage have swirled around for months, but Kim and Kanye have both tried to put on an act of a good marriage in public, the report said."

I know the journalist is just doing their job by following what's trendy but aren't these two kinda just famous for being famous?

My CarCrashian fatigue says a reverse buzz is in order.

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Sunday, March 29, 2015

Le Royal Monceau, Raffles Paris


"The story continues..." goes the promo copy. "For the world's travelling cognoscenti.... The art of luxury. The romance of Paris. The legend that is Raffles. Welcome..." 

But exactly what is that story and legend? Check out the video. Do I whiff a scent of southeastern slave labor in a romantic French colonial setting.

Truth be told if I had the money, I'd go...