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Top Ten Things to do in Chicago
Chicago is a happening kind of town. It is known as the Windy City, and rightfully so! I hear that the wind never stops, and can even carry a person right in to Wisconsin if they aren’t careful! I’ve always been lucky to not have my clothes blown away while I was visiting the city. [...]
Paris, France Culture
Imei has a grab-bag of observations related to Paris, France and French culture. Remember: we’re American! What is that funny sound French people make that sounds like “Phhht?” The sound is made by squiring air quickly through pursed lips. When do you use it? Example: “I went to the ATM to withdraw money, but when [...]
How to Save Money in Paris, France
Once again, Imei has helped compile these tips for the journey to Paris, France. We all know that Paris is just beaucoup expensive for Americans, thanks to the strength of the Euro. However, there are ways to save a little here and there, and hopefully that will take some stress off your pocketbook so you [...]
Etiquette in Paris, France
Face it, no one wants to unknowingly embarrass themselves by being the ugly American. Here’s our short list of etiquette tips that function well throughout France and actually translate fairly well to your microcosm back home. Thanks to Renee from Travel Geeks, who also contributed a conversation that influenced this list – and to Imei [...]
Travel Tips for Paris, France
Some of these are general travel tips that are good for any trip overseas, but Imei has included a few that are particular to Paris. Bring a sturdy and comfortable pair of shoes for walking. Don’t worry so much about fashion. Your feet will only care that they are comfortable. Most Parisians spend time walking [...]
Museums in Paris, France
Imei has been fortunate to see some of the world’s best museums, and Paris is a destination city for them. Most tourists don’t spend a lot of time in museums, but they have no idea what they are missing. Here’s herParis Museum Crawl list, in no particular order. Musee Louvre. There is more to see [...]
Food to Eat in Paris, France
We haven’t actually tried all these foods, but Imei has it on good authority that these are all excellent examples of French food. You don’t have to buy a 50 year anniversary edition of Julia Child’s “Mastering the Art of French Cooking” to sample these delicious foods: Steak Tartare. It’s like the raw fish of [...]
Things to Know about Paris, France
Here are some juicy tidbits about Paris that my travel buddy, Imei, learned in her past five trips: The city of Paris has a slang name, “Paname”, which has come back in favor with the young generation. You can hear Edith Piaf’s version of Paname Paname on Myspace Music under Edith Piaf “Paname Paname”. Americans [...]
Photo Opportunities in Paris
I’m thankful that Imei, my travel partner, has been to Paris a few times before. She knows where all the good photo opportunities are! Eiffel Tower. Two thoughts: at night, and from the Sacre Coeur. Actually, three: kissing under the Eiffel Tower. If you actually go up the Eiffel, take a picture of all the [...]
Things to Do in Paris, France
This list is according to Imei: Go to the viewing gallery of the Eiffel Tower (known as the Tour Eiffel) at 274 meters. On a windy day, you might even feel like you’re swaying. Make sure to give yourself up to four hours, including times in the queues from bottom to top. Say hello to [...]
Top Ten Things to Do in London
Jack sent in an excellent list of the things we should be sure to do if we are ever in London. I’ll be in Paris next week, you know. I hear London is only a “hop, skip and jump” from there! However, I doubt I’ll have time to make it over during this trip, since [...]
Top Ten Places to Visit in Porto, Portugal
I’ve been across the pond exactly once in my life… to Germany. Next week, I’ll be heading to Paris, France for a conference. There are many places I have yet to visit over in that direction, but would very much like to. Portugal is one of those places on my “hope to see someday” list. [...]
Paris, France Tips
Add to iTunes | Add to YouTube | Add to Google | RSS Feed Next week will be my first time to visit France! I am going to be the Keynote speaker for the LeWeb Conference. There are over 1800 people registered for this particular conference, and the speaker lineup is astounding. I am honored [...]
Paris Tips for American Tourists
Via Kinkajou in the chat room, regarding my pending trip to Paris, France – a set of Paris tips for tourists: Take several pictures of the Eiffel tower at night with its lights on. It’s a wondrous sight, and it pains me to know that my pictures of it were rendered unusable somehow (probably by [...]
It Tasted Better Than Soap!
Add to iTunes | Add to YouTube | Add to Google | RSS Feed Everyone loves gifts! I especially love them when I’m not expecting them! Nancy from the Outrigger Waikiki sent me a surprise gift basket to my room when I was staying there recently, courtesy of Bruce Fisher and his team. I was [...]
