
Paris Airports ⋆ Secrets of Paris
There are two major international airports in the Paris suburbs: Charles-de-Gaulle and Orly. They are jointly known as the Aéroports de Paris and share a bi-lingual website. Both airports offer full services such as car rental, public transportation links to Paris, tourist info kiosks, shopping, dining, business center, police, hotels, post office, news agents and currency […]

Cathédrale Notre Dame de Chartres II
The extensive restoration of exterior reveals the intricate carvings, making them even more beautiful. Source link

38 Best Things to do in Montmartre (By a Local Who Lives in Paris)
Looking for the best things to do in Montmartre? This guide covers the top sights, hidden gems, and local spots in Montmartre—so you can easily plan your visit and not miss the highlights. With its cobbled streets, artists, and sweeping views over Paris, Montmartre is one of the city’s most iconic neighborhoods—but knowing what’s actually […]

Understanding Paris During WWII – A Powerful Tour Through History
by Paris Perfect Published: March 12th, 2026 Paris is a city layered with history, and some of its most moving stories come from the years of the Second World War. Yet it’s a chapter of the city’s past that isn’t always immediately visible in the streets of Paris today. That’s where an excellent guide and […]

Cathédrale Notre Dame de Chartes III
One of the main reasons I have always wanted to visit this cathedral is to walk the labyrinth. For future visitors please note that on most days, the labyrinth is covered with chairs, but on Fridays they are moved aside. It’s a large one so I walked it to the center, then quietly walked out […]

Everything You Need to Know
Planning to spend Easter in Paris and wondering what’s actually worth doing during the holiday weekend? If you’re visiting Paris over Easter, you’re in for a beautiful time of year, with spring in full bloom, festive chocolate displays, and plenty of seasonal charm. I always love this time of year in Paris—it has a special […]

Paris Fashion Inspiration for Your Next Stay
While Paris is rightly known around the world as the fashion capital, with legendary design houses that have shaped style for generations, there’s much more to explore beyond the runways and boutiques. Even if luxury shopping isn’t your style, there are still plenty of ways to connect with the city’s fashion heritage. For you, that […]

Cathedral Notre-Dame de Chartres IV
As we made our way around the church, I was drawn to this scene. A class of students were there sketching using the flashlights of their cell phones! I was careful not to intrude but I had to get a little closer to see what they were doing, of course. I often marvel at how […]

What to See, Eat, Pack & Do!
#10 Take a Cruise on Canal Saint-Martin One of the many bridges across the Canal St.Martin → Check canal cruise availability If you’re looking for a quieter, more local side of Paris in May, this is a great option. The Canal Saint-Martin feels completely different from the Seine. Less grand, more everyday Paris — and […]

Before & After at Lirac – A Paris Stay Like No Other
One of the great pleasures of what we do is creating Parisian apartments that truly feel like home. But it’s about so much more than style or modern amenities – it’s also about the experience of living in Paris. That feeling comes just as much from the neighborhood setting as it does from the views, […]