Without a doubt, le Village at 25 rue Royale is one of my favorite quiet corners of Paris.
Beautifully renovated in 1992, while preserving the historical structures and taking inspiration directly from the blueprints of architect Jean-Jacques Ory, this village street has been brought back ...
Everyday France
The Christmas Market in Paris
I am not one for crowded street festivals and food stands. In fact, anyone who knows me well, knows that I hate that sort of thing.
But, I couldn't pass up the opportunity to visit the Paris Christmas market. So I ventured out to the Champs Elysées to see one of the largest in the city. I ...
Le Marché aux Puces
Isabelle is putting the final touches on her Paris apartment. To that end, we headed to the flea market in search of chandeliers, a set of andirons, and a fireplace screen. We didn't find the right pieces, but we had fun poking around the market and stumbling upon some interesting artifacts. After ...
A warm welcome to Paris
For my first night in Paris, I was invited to my girlfriend Isabelle's apartment before dinner. What a warm welcome - champagne and caviar near the fire. It was heavenly and the perfect pre-dinner reception.
Isabelle's husband Marc and her daughter Diane below. Her sister Charlie will ...
Home Sweet Home
My home sweet home for the next few days. I have been renting this same apartment for fifteen years. I know a few neighbors, the concierge, and housekeeper. It's become my home away from home, and I couldn't be happier about it. ...
Delta Upgrade – the perks of being faithful
I love the Delta/Air France flight from Chicago O'Hare to Paris Charles de Gaulle. I am a faithful Delta passenger and take this flight all the time. The planes are clean, the staff is wonderful, check-in is easy, and food is acceptable. I must be the luckiest traveler ever. For the third ...
