Archive for May, 2008
May 28th, 2008 | 
Author: In Paris, you will find hundreds of area attractions. These attractions include monuments, museums, churches, and other historical landmarks. Many are considered must sees for first time visitors. Unfortunately, there is an important and beautiful part of Paris that tends to fly under the radar. That is the canal systems. While you might not consider the canals of Paris to be must-visit attractions, they actually are.
1 – Canal Saint-Denis
According to the official website for the City of Paris, the Canal Saint-Denis stretches from Parc de la Villette to the end of the River Seine. It spans 6.6 kilometers in length. It passes through multiple villages and towns, including Saint-Denis.
The Canal Saint-Denis, once only used for transporting freight, is now also the method of travel for passenger boats, including small cruise vessels.
2 – Canal de l'Ourcq
According to the official website for the City of Paris, the Canal de l'Ourcq stretches 110 kilometers in length. The use of ten canal locks keeps the water calm and safe for travel.
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Have you recently selected Paris France as the destination for your next romantic getaway? Whether you are traveling to Paris for a special occasion, such as a birthday, honeymoon, anniversary, or just because, you will be pleased with your decision to do so. After all, there is a reason why the City of Paris is known as the "City of Love."
In Paris, you will find a million opportunities to experience romance. The city is so filled with love, compassion, and romance that you will feel it just walking down the street with your partner at your side. However, you may want more. If so, there are steps that you can take to ensure your romantic vacation is just as you dreamt it would be. You can:
1 – Visit the Eiffel Tower
The Eiffel Tower is considered a must visit for all Paris tourists, but you must stop here if you are on a romantic getaway. The Eiffel Tower has great historical importance to the City of Paris, but there is much more to this world wonder.
It is no secret that Paris is known for its beautiful fashions. That is why it is home to some of the best, finest, and largest shopping centers and boutiques in the world. Even if you do not intend to make a purchase, you should visit the five stores outlined below. Remember, Paris is known for having some of the world's best fashions, so why not see those fashions up close and personal?
1 – Tiffany & Co.
In Paris, Tiffany & Co. is located inside the Galeries Lafayette. This shopping center is a must visit all on its own. As for Tiffany's, it is home to fine jewelry. In fact, this is not your average jewelry pieces that you may see in your local stores. Instead, it is world renowned and carved from the best stones. In addition to jewelry, Tiffany & Co. is also home to chinaware, flatware, and crystal pieces.
Whether you just want to browse or purchase an anniversary gift, engagement gift, or a gift for a newborn baby, this is the place to be.
2 – Louis Vuitton
When many think of Paris France, there are two things that come to mind. They are the Eiffel Tower and French cuisine. There are no shortages of fine dining restaurants, bars, cafes, tearooms, and fast food eateries for you to choose from in Paris. With that said, if you want a good experience, you should dine at least once at one of Paris's top rated eateries. So, which restaurants come highly rated and recommended?
1 – Villa Spicy
The Villa Spicy is located at 8 Avenue Franklin D. Roosevelt.
Once you step inside the Villa Spicy restaurant, you will find a beautiful display of color and design. Comfortable, yet modern and elegant chairs and décor make you feel as if you stepped into a luxurious, five star restaurant. Yes, the food is good, but this restaurant is also great for families, as there is an entertainment center for children onsite.
What is nice about the Villa Spicy is live, online booking. This means that you could secure your reservation once you arrive in Paris or even from home.
Do you want to do more than just visit Paris attractions? Do you want to learn about their history and their impact on culture? If so, guided tours are recommended. When on a guided tour, you are paired with a knowledgeable and experienced tour guide who cannot wait to share the history of the city they love.
When scheduling a guided tour in Paris, you do have a number of options. For starters, there are day or weeklong tours offered by private companies. These tours take you throughout the city of Paris, making many stops along the way. In addition to day tours, there are also impendent tours of many attractions. In these instances, an employee of the establishment in question will guide you along the way.
So, which Paris tours are the best?
1 – The Eiffel Tour
Guided tours are available of the Eiffel Tower. These tours allow you to get the most out of a visit to this historical work of art. If a ride to the top wasn't enough, a guided tour allows you to go places that the general public cannot. A guided tour of the Eiffel Tower will take to you to the control room, the machinery room, a hidden bunker, and much more.