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Frugal Paris - The picnic is the great democratizing institution of summer, when Parisians spill onto riverbanks and bridges and into parks and gardens, chasing away the memories of winter and rain with baguettes and bottles, sandals and sundresses.
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Charms of Paris Tempt a Busy President - “At some point, I will be the ex-president,” Mr. Obama said, “and then you will find me in France, I’m sure, quite a bit, having fun.”... With his wife, Michelle, and daughters,
Obama hails `sheer improbability' of D-Day victory - OMAHA BEACH, France – Recalling the "unimaginable hell" of D-Day suffering, President Barack Obama paid tribute Saturday to the against-all-odds Allied landings that broke Nazi Germany's grip on France and turned the tide of history. "The sheer improbability of this victory is part of what makes D-Day so memorable," Obama said. Obama arrives in Paris after visiting German camp- President Barack Obama has arrived in Paris after meeting with Chancellor Angela Merkel in Germany and touring the Buchenwald concentration camp, where tens of thousands of Jews perished during theread more
Photos are meant to be seen, and upon returning from your vacation, you're bound to have a few pictures printed, others tossed in that good old shoebox, and all soon forgotten.
Travellers to France always ask when is the best time to visit Provence. Frankly, Provence is charming year-round, but the best time to visit is when traffic is low and the sun is still au Rendez-Vous
Some but not all businesses in the 'Provinces' (outside of Paris) close for lunch. In the larger cities of the south some businesses and shops are open continuously, i.e. they are not closed during lunchtime.
The Hospes Lancaster, an institution in Paris since it opened in 1925. Having recently changed hands, the hotel celebrates Paris and the people who come to enjoy it for a romantic week-end.
We're happy to report that the hotel Brighton, a long time favorite of France.com, has been awared a 4th star by France's ministry of tourism.
The Paris Metro is probably the quickest way around Paris. Above ground, you are never far from a station. However, if not taken seriously, the Metro can be a strange and confusing world, if it's your first time on it.read more
The simple rule in foreign exchange is this: The more often you exchange currency, the more money you lose. Evertime you get money from a bank, the hotel, the ATM, or off your credit card, you will be subject to a retail rate of exchange and a fee.read more
When traveling, it is important to know how to get the best exchange rate for your hard-earned dollars, or yens, or pounds. Depending on where you travel, currency exchange rates can either help you get great bargains or make your trip surprisingly expensive.read more
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