This week, France relaxed some of the confinement restrictions imposed on account of COVID-19. We were now allowed to leave home without having to carry an attestation stating why we were out AND we could go further than the 1km limit. So today I decided to just take a walk along the river and head to the city’s main areas – through the Concorde, the … Continue reading A walk through the streets of Paris

An existential question in my opinion! Most people moving or even traveling to Paris have asked or at least wondered about this, including myself. So I thought it might be a good idea to evaluate the various options that Paris provides. Public transport While Paris is a VERY walkable city with its beautiful boulevards and sidewalks making walking a pleasure, we can’t walk everywhere all … Continue reading Do you need a car in Paris?

“Oh you live in Paris, that must be amazing! Such a romantic city…the cheese, the wine…and the croissants! You must be loving it!” Well, this is usually the response I get when I tell someone I live in Paris. And of course it’s to be expected. After all, Paris is touted as the most romantic city in the world with its beautiful architecture, grand boulevards, … Continue reading Life in Paris – the good, bad and the lovely