13 Nov The Road to Happiness begins with Relais & Chateaux
Relais & Chateaux properties offer a unique opportunities for travelers to take a Route de Bonheur (Road of Happiness) in France. The Road to Happiness can...
01 Oct Sophisticated Relais Christine Hotel in Paris is an Excellent Choice
Traditional French sophistication meets contemporary luxury amenities at Relais Christine Hotel in one of Paris’ most charming neighborhoods. Set back from the street, the former mansion house built upon the remains of the Abbey of the Grand-Augustins dating back to the year 1231.
24 Sep Luxembourg Gardens and Palace Revisited
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One of my favorite things to do in Paris is stroll through the magnificent Luxembourg Gardens. Every season provides beautiful topography, but it is at its finest during the summer months when the exotic flowers are in full bloom and the enormous hedges provide dramatic cover for a romantic rendez-vous.
22 Sep La Joie de Vivre Shopping in Paris
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Living well, for me, must include travel and incorporating elements from my trips into my everyday life. Souvenirs can be edible, artistic or useful. A few weeks ago I stumbled upon la Joie de Vivre shop on rue de Seine in the 6th arrondissement. Here’s what I found of interest…
13 Sep Loire Valley Hotel du Lion d’Or Deserves Gold Stars
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Charming villages dominate the landscape in the Loire region of France. The boutique hotels of the Relais & Chateaux are among the finest in the area. Grand Hôtel du Lion d’Or (Golden Lion) was the first stop in gal pal Gail and my three night mini “Route de Bonheur” – road to happiness and we were thrilled to find such a wonderful Loire Valley hotel.
08 Sep Chambord Castle, The Best Castle in France
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It would be hard to find a better place to begin our gal's trip to the Loire region than visiting France's Chambord Castle, the best in France. Feeling regal, we checked into the Grand Hotel du Lion d'Or a Relais & Chateaux property where we were treated like queens.
13 Aug Paris is the Worst City for ADA Tourists
While I happen to think that Paris is one of the BEST cities on earth, I have to admit that anyone with a disability is up a creek without a paddle. Even able-bodied tourists can have a difficult time with luggage and stairs in the Métro and public buildings.08 Aug Four Seasons George V Paris hits the Mark Every Time
As a brand, The Four Seasons is consistently excellent and the classically French, quintessentially Four Seasons George V is definitely en pointe. Every visit I am pleased to experience a different facet of this awesome property. Whether it is a color scheme and fresh fabric change in the rooms or seasonal flowers brightening up the public spaces, George V is a leader in style and grace.
13 Jul Hotel Le Fouquet’s Paris Where Everyone is a VIP
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In the heart of the action off the Champs Elysées, Hotel Le Fouquet's Paris has an energetic vibe that sets the tone for a refined and fun-filled experience in the City of Light. No matter if you are in town for business and crave a much-needed signature cocktail on the terrace in the cool and hip Galerie Joy bar, or if you are playing tourist and dream of an award-winning macaroon in a slice of French heaven at restaurant Le Diane, you will be well taken care of and feel special.
10 Jul Context Travel Paris Chocolate and Pastry Tour
While recent medical reports have proven the health benefits of chocolate, the French do not need validation from scientists. For centuries they have realized the positive effects on mood and how including sweet cocoa treats in festivities adds to the joie de vivre. I had the pleasure of taking Context Travel’s Paris Chocolate and Pastry Tour and experiencing the depth of devotion Parisians have to my favorite food.