A Visit to the Maison de Victor Hugo in Paris

A Visit to the Maison de Victor Hugo in Paris

The Maison de Victor Hugo, the house where the famous French author lived and wrote, is located in the southeast corner of beautiful Place des Vosges. Comes along as we take a look at what you’ll discover inside this intimate Paris museum. ... Read More

La Grande Dame – Stunning Paris Apartment for Sale!

La Grande Dame – Stunning Paris Apartment for Sale!

If you’re looking for that perfect pied-à-terre in Paris, we have exciting news for you! The exquisite 3 bedroom, 3 bathroom La Grande Dame apartment is for sale. Find out more about making this dream apartment your home in Paris! ... Read More

The 69 Bus – See All the Top Sights in Paris!

The 69 Bus – See All the Top Sights in Paris!

Earlier this summer we shared all our favorite stops along the 42 bus route through Paris. Now we’re back with one of the best sightseeing bus routes through Paris – the 69 bus! See the Eiffel Tower, Rue Cler market, Louvre Museum, Notre-Dame Cathedral, the Marais and so much more on this excellent sightseeing route through Paris! ... Read More

Top 10 Heritage Day Attractions in Paris

Top 10 Heritage Day Attractions in Paris

The 2012 Edition of the European Heritage Days will take place on September 15th & 16th. One weekend per year historic sites, monuments and museums around Paris open to the public for free. Here are some of our favorite sites to visit on Heritage Days in Paris! ... Read More

Recipe | Summer Berries with Fromage Blanc & Coffee Ganache

Recipe | Summer Berries with Fromage Blanc & Coffee Ganache

Celebrate the end of summer with this simple and easy to make recipe for summer strawberries and raspberries layered with fromage blanc and a rich coffee and chocolate ganache! ... Read More

Finding a Dream Apartment in Paris: Margaux and the Seven Year Itch

Finding a Dream Apartment in Paris: Margaux and the Seven Year Itch

Finding the perfect apartment in Paris can be a challenging experience. Here’s the story of how one family found theirs – and then waited seven years to transform it into the gorgeous and romantic Margaux vacation rental! ... Read More

Winners of the Paris Perfect Summer Giveaway!

Winners of the Paris Perfect Summer Giveaway!

We’re thrilled to announce the winners of our Paris Perfect Summer Giveaway last month! One lucky winner is receiving a new iPad and ten runner-up winners will receive a copy of “The Sweet Life in Paris” by food writer David Lebovitz. Thank you to everyone for joining us on Facebook to enter … and congratulations to the winners! ... Read More

Lost in Translation — or False Friends in French

Lost in Translation — or False Friends in French

Whether you’re ordering dinner in a restaurant in Paris or booking a train ticket for traveling in France, you’ll want to watch out for “faux amis” in French. These words can be tricky to remember! Here are some of our classic Lost in Translation moments. ... Read More

Delicious Peach Tarte Tatin Recipe

Delicious Peach Tarte Tatin Recipe

Peaches are in season right now in Paris and every year the arrival of the delicious pêches blanches in the markets along rue Cler is a reason to celebrate. Here’s a lovely and easy recipe to make a Peach Tarte Tatin – perfect with the season’s sweet white peaches! ... Read More

Celebrating Bastille Day in Paris

Celebrating Bastille Day in Paris

From the impressive military parade down the Champs-Élysées to the best spots to see the amazing fireworks display, here’s a look at the fun things to do and what not to miss while celebrating Bastille Day in Paris. Happy Bastille Day from Paris Perfect! ... Read More

Introducing the Romantic Margaux Vacation Rental in Paris!

Introducing the Romantic Margaux Vacation Rental in Paris!

Come along on a photo tour as we introduce our romantic new Margaux vacation rental. With a huge wrap around balcony with outstanding views of the Eiffel Tower, the Margaux is of the most captivating apartments we’ve ever seen in Paris! ... Read More

The 42 Bus – The Best Sightseeing in Paris!

The 42 Bus – The Best Sightseeing in Paris!

Come along with us as we share photos from some of our favorite stops, monuments and shopping areas on the number 42 bus, one of the best lines for sightseeing in Paris. Plus tips for navigating the Paris bus system during your stay! ... Read More

Book Review | The Most Beautiful Walk in the World by John Baxter

Book Review | The Most Beautiful Walk in the World by John Baxter

Talk a walk through Paris with John Baxter in his book “The Most Beautiful Walk in the World: A Pedestrian in Paris.” Discover the literary history of Paris and be inspired to find your own most beautiful walk in Paris! ... Read More

Tips to Avoid a Paris Vacation Rental Scam

Tips to Avoid a Paris Vacation Rental Scam

Be sure to watch out for scams when searching for and booking a Paris vacation rental! Here are our tips and information to make sure it doesn’t happen to you. ... Read More

The Perfect Paris Souvenir for a Child

The Perfect Paris Souvenir for a Child

Recently I went on the search for the perfect French gift to send a friend to celebrate the birth of her first granddaughter. After much searching, take a look at what I found at Galeries Lafayette in Paris! ... Read More

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