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WHEN A PARIS PÉNICHE IS MORE THAN JUST A BARGE

A variety of boats & peniches moored along the Seine in Paris.  One of the most pleasant ways to relax in Paris is to take a stroll along the banks of the Seine.  It’s a…

GREAT FOOD MARKETS TO DISCOVER IN PARIS

Springtime at Marche d’Aligre: perfect asparagus & morels.  One of the great pleasures of a visit to Paris is spending time exploring the many wonderful food markets.  Y…

THE MUSÉE MARMOTTAN MONET – A LITTLE-KNOWN GEM IN PARIS

‘Impression, Sunrise’ by Monet, which inspired the name of the Impressionist movement. A description that’s often used to describe the Musée Marmottan Monet is that it’s a “…

LE CHÂTEAU DE VINCENNES – A MEDIEVAL FORTRESS IN PARIS

Th medieval fortress of Chateau de Vincennes.  When you think of châteaux in the Paris area, Versailles is likely the first that would spring to mind.  For its sheer beauty,…