What’s On in Paris – February 2026 ⋆ Secrets of Paris
VACANCES SCOLAIRES (French School Holidays) IN PARIS: February 21 – March 9. This usually affects how crowded tourist sights may be, as well as train and hotel prices. February 1st (and every 1st Sunday)Many museums and monuments in Paris are open for free the first Sunday of the month. In February, that includes the Orsay, Picasso, Cluny, […]
A Love Letter to the Landscapes That Make You Pause | G Adventures
No matter if you’re flying solo, hitched, somewhere in between — or don’t identify with any of it at all — Valentine’s Day has a way of putting love front and centre. But this isn’t a love letter about roses, chocolates, or restaurant reservations… It’s about the kind of love you feel on the road. […]
Infamous Heists at the Louvre Museum in Paris
by Paris Perfect Published: January 23rd, 2026 The Louvre Museum in Paris is one of the greatest cultural institutions ever created – a place celebrating centuries of human creativity and iconic masterpieces. Recently, however, the museum has also found itself in the global spotlight for a very different reason. A high-profile theft in late 2025 […]
Pie Iron Apple Pies – Fresh Off The Grid
Golden, toasty bread filled with gooey apple pie filling. This easy pie iron dessert is a fall camping classic and a fun alternative to s’mores. This Apple Pie Iron Dessert is camping simplicity at its finest. Just buttered bread, apple pie filling, and a few minutes over the fire transform into a warm, handheld treat […]
Paris Through My Lens: Le café est fermé
Paris je t’aime I fell in love with Paris in March 2007. It was as the French say, le coup de foudre : love at first sight. As a result of that trip, my photography took another direction. Since that time I have pursued a career of sorts in photography and dreamed of returning to […]
Where to go in 2025 for sun lovers
Don’t want the sun to set on your adventures? With this round-up, it won’t have to. Seasons? Never heard of ’em. With this list of sunny spots for every month of the year ahead, you won’t have to worry about summer feeling too far away ever again. January Kick things off in Cambodia. January […]
14 Must Visit Barcelona cocktail bars (2025)
Finding the best Barcelona cocktail bars was always at the top of my priority list when friends came to visit me while living in the city. Don’t get me wrong, there was nothing I loved more than drinking a can of cold €1 Estrella with my colleagues on the beach after work. Or even, going […]
The Best Carry On Luggage 2025 + How to Pick the Right Suitcase for You
4. Samsonite SXK Spinner Underseater – Best Underseater ($251.99) → Samsonite is a trusted brand among travelers who use high-quality travel bags. They’ve been making suitcases since 1910. They also own Tumi, another brand known for high-end, quality suitcases. I’m 4’11, so even average carry-ons look gigantic next to me, and there was a period […]
Where to Stay in Paris: A Local’s Best Picks
#2 Louvre / Palais Royal (1st arr.) Louvre and Palais Royal are about as central as it gets — and they feel unmistakably classic. This is the Paris of Haussmann façades, arcades, manicured gardens, and elegant cafés. From here, you can walk to the Louvre, the Tuileries, the Seine, Opéra, covered passages like Galerie Vivienne, […]
10 incredible moments from three months at sea in the Arctic
Sharing is caring! Often, I find myself reflecting on my love for the sea. I don’t know where it came from. I didn’t grow up near the ocean, nor am I much of a beach bum. Laying around in a swimsuit, like, in front of people all day doing nothing? And how annoying is sand? […]