tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-848173125765351521.post3403099749855614872..comments2023-04-05T02:17:53.379-07:00Comments on Paris and beyond in France: General notes, recommended Web sites, tips, and observationsJake Dearhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/05243424840788435371noreply@blogger.comBlogger12125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-848173125765351521.post-40214347791164194692010-03-23T21:50:24.135-07:002010-03-23T21:50:24.135-07:00Bonjour American Teen,
We like your enthusiasm. W...Bonjour American Teen,<br />We like your enthusiasm. What you should do really depends on your own interests -- we recommend that you go to a library and check out a Paris guide book or two, and spend a couple hours reading -- we guarantee that many options will jump out at you. But for now, we’ll recommend a few fun things (you can Google each one for more information): Walk around the two islands in the middle of the city -- Ile de la Cite, or Ile St. Louis (and line up to get an ice cream or sorbet at Berthillon) -- and then just see what appeals to you; stroll the “Marias" area on the right bank, and visit the Carnavalet museum (free); visit the “Latin Quarter” and the Cluny (museum of the middle ages); jump on the metro and visit the Catacombs; take the “Sewer tour”; hop on almost any public bus, and ride it to the end of the line and back, just to see real Paris neighborhoods. (We’ve found lines 72 and 95 especially good for that.) For even more ideas, we suggest that you post your question on Tripadvisvor’s “Paris Forum” (http://www.tripadvisor.com/ShowForum-g187147-i14-o20-Paris_Ile_de_France.html -- and do the same for Madrid). One more thing: As we say in our “12 tips,” be sure to deliver appropriate “bonjours” to all the madames and monsieurs with whom you come into contact –- bus drivers, store clerks, hotel personnel, ticket takers –- and all will be well. Have a great time. <br />JakeJake Dearhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05243424840788435371noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-848173125765351521.post-19513167392087683412010-03-23T18:18:31.866-07:002010-03-23T18:18:31.866-07:00Your tips are are so helpful! I am a high school s...Your tips are are so helpful! I am a high school student who will be going on a class trip to Europe next April, with about three days spent in France. Although the trip will mainly be composed of structured tours, we are allowed free time in Madrid and Paris to do as we please, if only for a few hours. Unfortunately, I can't rent my own apartment for a month and leisurely experience all that Paris has to offer, but I hope to eke some fabulous experiences out of the trip. Do you have any must-see Paris on the go tips for an American teen? Thanks so much!Grace Jividenhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10258903242587157877noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-848173125765351521.post-74342360194739769702009-10-26T08:34:43.514-07:002009-10-26T08:34:43.514-07:00Bonjour Maree,
Thanks for your comment, and I'...Bonjour Maree,<br /><br />Thanks for your comment, and I'm very glad to hear that you enjoyed Villa Fol Avril -- fine family-run countryside hotel/restaurants like that deserve to be patronized, especially in this tough economy. Also, thanks for reminding us that we need to return to Bouclard soon. <br /><br />JakeJake Dearhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05243424840788435371noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-848173125765351521.post-70635007465138524982009-10-25T02:58:12.624-07:002009-10-25T02:58:12.624-07:00Jake:
Thanks to your insights, we recently shared...Jake:<br /><br />Thanks to your insights, we recently shared a memorable meal at Le Bouclard, & enjoyed delicious food & cozy nights at Villa fol Avril.<br /><br />Merci beaucoup for so selflessly sharing your passion for Paris & beyond.<br /><br />MareeAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-848173125765351521.post-39289629905282103092009-10-07T09:08:10.127-07:002009-10-07T09:08:10.127-07:00Dear "Franglais" and all others who have...Dear "Franglais" and all others who have commented here and on the other pages of our little site:<br /><br />Thanks -- I'm glad you've found something useful here. <br /><br />Vive la France!Jake Dearhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05243424840788435371noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-848173125765351521.post-40339505018535756702009-10-07T09:06:12.524-07:002009-10-07T09:06:12.524-07:00This comment has been removed by the author.Jake Dearhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05243424840788435371noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-848173125765351521.post-677625961459879382009-10-06T21:17:55.269-07:002009-10-06T21:17:55.269-07:00A great, well-thought out guide! Your interest in ...A great, well-thought out guide! Your interest in France and french culture is evident. I can't wait to try out some of these suggestions on my upcoming overseas excursions. Merci beaucoup!Franglaishttps://www.blogger.com/profile/05766410555166911685noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-848173125765351521.post-33365366181463195642009-09-30T08:44:15.327-07:002009-09-30T08:44:15.327-07:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-848173125765351521.post-37240196785162103652009-09-15T13:12:04.997-07:002009-09-15T13:12:04.997-07:00Hi Jake - Thanks for loads of great insight on Par...Hi Jake - Thanks for loads of great insight on Paris!! Excellent tips and advice.Howardnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-848173125765351521.post-36152837602977121432009-06-23T08:57:22.883-07:002009-06-23T08:57:22.883-07:00Jake:
I was reminiscing about our trip to Paris an...Jake:<br />I was reminiscing about our trip to Paris and came across your blog. I do want to mention a gentleman by the name of Michael Osman, (Paris number) 01 40 15 62 17, DiscoverParis http://www.geocities.com/parisfinder/<br />When traveling with our kids (though Will is pretty old) I like to have a guide to really familiarize us with places we might not otherwise see. Michael Osman (an American in Paris) spent 11 hours with us (9am-7pm) and charged us 100eu. He was thoroughly enjoyable and hysterically funny. In addition, (my) Michael became quite ill while we were in Paris and Michael Osman offered a great many suggestions for medical care.<br />He is a great resource. Your site is wonderful and I wish I were in Paris right now!cammie Hinshawhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09776450488531617377noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-848173125765351521.post-86418264954886202572009-04-23T18:24:00.000-07:002009-04-23T18:24:00.000-07:00Amazing information and looking forward to going t...Amazing information and looking forward to going to the places you recommend. Thanks for the tips!<br /><br />Best Regards,<br /><br />BobBobhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/11146840043036271682noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-848173125765351521.post-53180562824802914342008-11-10T18:25:00.000-08:002008-11-10T18:25:00.000-08:00People should read this.People should read this.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.com