Paris: A Guide to the Majestic Host City of the 2024 Olympic Games

When the Olympics begin in Paris in July, the city will be a hotbed of activity and tourists will
enjoy everything it has to offer, including the Games. If you’re planning to be one of the
thousands of tourists in the city for the Olympic action (and maybe even a little Olympic
betting), you’ll need to plan ahead because the city will be jam-packed. Here’s a quick guide
to the city to help you.

A park and houses as seen up above and a dusk sky

Lyon: Highlights of France’s Gastronomy Capital

yon, France is frequently regarded as the gastronomic epicenter of France. The Foodie haven is the capital of France’s Auvergne-Rhône-Alpes region. Nestled at the confluence of the Rhône and Saône rivers, rich farmlands dot the region. These farms provide superior ingredients to Lyon’s markets and chefs, which offers a culinary wonderland to residents and visitors alike. Here are tips for visiting Lyon to be sure you leave with the fondest of memories on your palate.

People dining al fresco on a corner terrace along the cobblestone streets of bistro in Vieux Lyon, France.

How to Spend One Week in Paris, London & Amsterdam

A week’s vacation in Paris, London and Amsterdam is a fantastic idea, especially for English-speaking beginners to European travel. London is the world’s grandest English-speaking city, with a wealth of world class attractions. Paris is one of Europe’s most elegant and romantic cities, with an array of highlights to dazzle your eyes and palate. Dotted with canals, Amsterdam’s historic center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and the world’s most bicycle friendly city. We previously lived in Amsterdam and know these European cities well. So here’s how to spend a great week in Paris, London and Amsterdam!

White church, a top a green hill and dusk sky in Paris

Paris Night Bike Tour: Fantastic for Exploring the City of Lights

Paris is one of the world’s most iconic, charming and romantic cities. An illuminated Eiffel Tower dazzles the night sky, punctuating the French capital’s treasure trove of highlights. There is perhaps no better way to experience the highlights of Paris in a short time than exploring by bicycle. Here is what you can expect to experience on a Paris Night Bike Tour!

a large obelisk lit up at night, street lights, people walking around and the Eiffel Tower in the background at Place de la Concorde

Hotel de la Bretonnerie in Paris Marais

Last updated on March 13th, 2024 at 02:55 pmA treasure trove of elegant highlights make Paris one the world’s most romantic cities. The City of Light earns its nickname for its role in the enlightenment as well as being one of the world’s first cities to adorn its grand boulevards with street lamps. The Marais…

cozy lounge with books and couches at Hotel de la Bretonnerie in the Marais district of Paris