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  • Aug10

    eiffel towerFrom food to shopping to scenery, there’s so much to love about Paris, France. It’s easily one of the top destinations in the world. However, one of the best parts of Paris which has stood the test of time is the city’s unique architecture. Fortunately, Paris was untouched during World War II, meaning that much of its best examples of architecture have not only stood the test of time, but can easily be experienced and not just seen from a distance. Today we take a look at Paris’ unique architecture.

    1. Eiffel Tower. The Eiffel Tower is nothing short of an international icon. Standing at nearly 1,000-feet tall, it’s a stunning example of iron craftsmanship. Built in 1889, Paris’ most popular landmark has endured through the years and is still just as accessible as ever by visitors. A climb up the Eiffel Tower offers a view of Paris that is second to none.

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  • Jul4

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    Few destinations in the world rival Paris. From its beautiful architecture to elaborate museums to delicious cuisine, Paris pleases all the senses. Another one of the great features of Paris are the shopping opportunities that are available throughout the city. High-end boutique shops, shopping districts, and department stores can be found throughout the city, offering opportunities you just can’t find at your typical shopping mall. We scoured the city and found a few of the best places to do your shopping in Paris.

    Printemps. Printemps is one of the premier department stores in France. The flagship Paris store is on Boulevard Haussmann in the IXe arrondissement. The store exudes luxury even before you walk inside with its beautiful French architecture. Printemps has multiple features that make it stand out as a luxury department store, such as restaurants, valet, hands-free shopping, concierge, and personal shoppers. Since it’s a department store, Printemps features many of the world’s most notable luxury brands for both men and women including Giorgio Armani, Chanel, Lancome, De Beers, Tommy Hilfiger, and hundreds of others.

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  • Apr22

    One of the most well-known attractions in the world, the Catacombs of Paris is unlike any other landmark. The attraction is one of the largest burial grounds in the world. What’s different about the Catacombs is that visitors can actually walk through the tunnels and get an up-close experience that other burial grounds don’t provide. Completely underground, the Paris Catacombs is home to well over six million deceased.

    Image above taken from HuffingtonPost.com.

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  • Mar23

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    When you think about the best avenues in the world, it’s hard to discuss them without mentioning the Champs-Élysées in Paris. Just over one-mile long, this small stretch of road is one of the most famous in the world. Featuring some of Europe’s most prized landmarks, Champs-Élysées has been featured in songs, movies, and is the finish of one of the greatest sporting events, the Tour de France.
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  • Dec8

    While many travelers may have wrapped up their traveling for the year, Christmas is in fact one of the best times of the year to travel. With great travel packages from hotels, coupled with entertaining holiday festivities, December offers an extraordinary travel experience.

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