Incredible Savings At The Winter Sales In Paris
November 9th, 2017It’s that time of year again! Yes, it’s already time to start planning your Paris trip to take advantage of the amazing winter sales (or soldes in French) from January 10th to February 20th, 2018. Snag the latest French fashion must-have items, statement accessories, and stylish homewares with steep discounts of up to 70% off the original prices. Pack your travel bag and bring an empty suitcase – you’ll need it. ... Read More
The Best-Kept Parisian Shopping and Style Secrets
November 1st, 2017As Maria Callas, the influential opera singer said: “Paris dictates fashion to the whole world.” We know Paris is one of the best cities in the world for fashion, but where to begin? With so many incredible stores, how do you maximize your shopping time? We enlisted some of Paris’s top fashion experts on our tours, helping to uncover the city’s best-kept shopping secrets. ... Read More
Paris Hits New Record as Prices Continue to Surge
October 30th, 2017It’s official: Paris real estate is hot right now. The market is sizzling, according to new sales records and surging prices in 2017. A recent report by Notaires confirmed sustained price rises across the Île-de-France region between July 2016 and July 2017, where apartments have increased by 5.2% and houses by 2.2% on average. Paris represents a significant proportion of these accelerated growths. ... Read More
Braving The Catacombs And The Dark Underworld Of Paris
October 26th, 2017Labyrinthine subterranean passages, chilling tales of macabre carryings-on and spooky anecdotes of bones transported across the city. As Halloween approaches, what better time of year to take a deep breath and plunge into the depths of the sinister Catacombs sixty feet below the surface of the bustling Parisian streets? Avoid the eternally long lines, and join us for an intrepid visit to the largest necropolis in the world. ... Read More
Affordable Shopping In Paris
October 24th, 2017Chic, high-end and enviably couture: ‘affordable’ isn’t something that springs to mind when thinking about shopping in Paris. However, you may be pleasantly surprised. We’ve handpicked some stores where you can get voguish brands year-round at a fraction of the price. Whether you’re searching for the best designer consignment stores, discounted beauty products, or simply clothing that won’t break the bank, we’ve got every option covered. ... Read More
Our Team Share Their Favorite Festive Activities
October 18th, 2017“Paris is always a good idea” – said Audrey Hepburn in Sabrina. This, we know. However, it’s magnificent in winter. There are trees draped in fairy lights, pretty festive markets, and a Christmas ambiance like no other city. Even better, many things are actually open on Christmas Day. Starting in early December the main shopping streets – and pretty much all of the stores – start putting up their Christmas decorations, giving Paris a glitzy makeover. ... Read More
The Finest Discounted Beauty Products At City Pharma
October 16th, 2017Looking to bring home some of the finest French beauty products but don’t want to break the bank? Then you have to visit City Pharma, the only discount parapharmacy in Paris. A parapharmacy is a wonderful hybrid: a regular pharmacy, beauty and homeopathy store, all rolled into one. It’s where French women buy the bulk of their fabulous hair and skin care products, alongside regular painkillers and prescriptions. ... Read More
Here’s How to Spend a Magical Christmas in Paris
October 12th, 2017Spending winter in Paris? If so, read our insider guide for the festive season. All of our Paris Perfect apartments are centrally located, to help you get the very best from your vacation. From mid-November the first flakes of festivity begin to fall, as a flurry of traditional Christmas markets open across the capital. There are a wealth of markets in the city, but we frequent our favorite spots. ... Read More
The Best Evening Entertainment in Paris
October 4th, 2017Calling all culture vultures! There are a whole host of varied and prestigious productions staged all year round in Paris, from ballets to classical concerts and from plays to one-(wo)man shows. With three opera houses, over 80 cinemas and more than 200 theater and cabaret shows for evening entertainment, it’s small wonder that the Parisians are such avid theater-goers – the sheer choice is dizzying. ... Read More
5 Insider Tips on Parisian Tourist Attractions
October 2nd, 2017Your flights are booked, your stylish Paris Perfect apartment is reserved and your bags are packed. You’re ready for a trip to Paris. Now, it’s time to plan your itinerary. You’ll likely visit tourist attractions like the Eiffel Tower and the Louvre Museum, but you might not know everything you should about the most romantic city in the world. Fear not, we’re here to guide you. ... Read More
My Delicious Fig And Apple Custard Clafoutis
September 28th, 2017Our good friends have recently purchased a country home in Normandy – not far from Paris. They had loads of beautiful homegrown figs and they gave us with a huge bag. The first thing I did was make this divine apple and fig clafoutis. It’s a fruity and delicious dessert originally made with morello cherries, but the apples and figs complement each other perfectly. ... Read More
Rue Sainte-Anne: Paris’s Little Tokyo
September 26th, 2017Fancy visiting Little Tokyo in Paris? On a small street between the Louvre and the Opera and next to the Palais Royal is Rue Sainte-Anne. It’s home to dozens of delicious Japanese restaurants and shops. Just hop off the metro at the Pyramides station and it’s within striking distance. You’ll find yourself marveling at the charming Parisian Haussmann style buildings and their neighboring Asian restaurants. ... Read More
Rue Saint-Dominique: One Of The Best Shopping Streets In Paris
September 20th, 2017Have you been to Rue Saint-Dominique yet? If not, it should be on your radar. Set in the heart of the très chic 7th arrondissement, the bustling street has become one of the best shopping districts in Paris. Frequented by fashion people and food bloggers alike, there’s a marvelous array of flower shops, boutiques, bakeries, cafés and restaurants. ... Read More
5 Reasons to Go to Paris
September 9th, 2017Paris Perfect offers you five reasons to visit the City of Light this year, from the history to the culture, from the food to the landmarks. Paris offers a romantic viewpoint for any visitor, and is often cited as the most romantic city in the world. Enjoy a pastry while reading a book in a café, and people-watch while taking in the sensory delights: sights, the sounds, the scents. ... Read More
Fall In Love with Paris In the Fall
August 28th, 2017Paris in the fall is breathtaking. The leaves are just beginning to fade into dusky shades of coral, an energetic buzz fills the city, and the weather is still warm enough to lounge by the riverside or sip your café at an outdoor terrace. Perhaps one of the most alluring aspects of Paris in the fall is just how many events you can attend. Gourmet-obsessed? Fashion forward? ... Read More
