
A Latin Quarter Neighborhood We Love
by Paris Perfect Published: May 22nd, 2026 Stay only a short stroll away from the Luxembourg Gardens at Jacquere. Everyone knows the Latin Quarter for its history, and that’s an undeniable part of its appeal. But what we especially love are its quieter residential streets, market corners and everyday details you might miss if you […]

Paris Through My Lens: Le Pétit Enfant
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 […]

7 Paris Sights to Book in Advance (and 5 NOT to)
#1 The Eiffel Tower Eiffel Tower Summit and Second Floor Access: check availability for your dates If your trip to Paris would feel incomplete without going up the Eiffel Tower, don’t leave it to chance. Tickets — especially lift access to the summit — are released 60 days in advance at midnight (Paris time). And […]

Portes Ouvertes : Visiting Artist Studios in Paris
Discover the Parisian art scene through Portes Ouvertes, annual events that open artist studios throughout the city to the public. This article offers some tips on checking out these events, when and where they take place, and what to expect when you dive in! The post Portes Ouvertes : Visiting Artist Studios in Paris appeared […]

Paris Through My Lens: Cathédrale Notre Dame de Chartres I
For the next week, we will be spending time in Chartres France. This past trip in March, I made my first trip there and I couldn’t imagine why I had not gone sooner. I hope you will enjoy images not only of the cathedral itself but the area around the church and the charming town […]

Rainy Day in Paris: What to Do + Best Indoor Activities (2026)
#5 Take a Macaron Baking Class → My pick: the macaron workshop at Galeries Lafayette Haussmann If you’re looking for something fun that doesn’t take up your entire day, this is one of the easiest ways to make the most of a rainy afternoon. Instead of wandering around in the rain, you spend a couple […]

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 […]