2019 Paris Real Estate Report: A Healthy Market Expected to Continue
March 1st, 2019Real estate in Paris has proven an excellent investment over the past four years, and we are proud to have predicted it. For 2019, we believe it will continue its upward path. In terms of leading indicators, both prices, as well as the volume of sales in Paris, continue to show healthy increases. For 2019, we believe the rise will continue, but at a slower pace. ... Read More
Go Beyond Versailles: Different Day Trips from Paris
February 26th, 2019The great thing about Paris — aside from the food, the fashion, the history, the museums, and the culture, of course — is that it’s the perfect city to use as a home base for exploring more of France. This is partly thanks to the country’s wonderful railway system, which can take you from Paris to a variety of nearby cities and towns in less than two hours each way! As you start your planning, we want to share with you our favorite day trips from Paris by train. ... Read More
Buying the Paris Dream: An Interview with Fractional Owner Vickie Francone
February 19th, 2019Since the start of Paris Perfect, many of our guests have told us how much they love the beautifully furnished and maintained vacation rental properties we manage – from our own luxury linens and amenities to helpful service in Paris. They told us of their dream of owning a second home in Paris without the large, upfront investment to find and remodel an apartment. We listened, and last year launched two fractional ownership opportunities. ... Read More
A Location Guide to the Marvelous Mrs. Maisel in Paris
February 12th, 2019In its second season on the air, one of the most beloved shows in recent history made an appearance in one of the most beloved cities in all of history: Mrs. Maisel went to Paris! Though the show is fictional, many of the locations visited by the characters are real – meaning you can walk in Midge’s steps on your vacation in La Ville des Lumieres (the City of Light). And so, voila: our location guide to The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel in Paris! ... Read More
7 of our Most Instagrammable Apartments in Paris
February 5th, 2019Over here at Paris Perfect we’re big fans of Instagram (are you following us yet?). It’s a great way to share both the beauty of our apartments, as well as Paris, with people from around the world. Because of this, we know the importance of a good Instagram photo, and even more so how much easier it is when you already have a photogenic setting. ... Read More
The Prettiest Places to Propose in Paris
January 29th, 2019Planning on popping the question? Paris is arguably the most romantic city in the world, making it the perfect place for a proposal! We know that making the plan can be nerve-wracking–scheduling the photographer, making sure your significant other doesn’t find out. So, we’re taking the stress out of finding the location for you! ... Read More
8 Great Chocolate Shops in Paris
January 22nd, 2019Willy Wonka would be in heaven exploring the elegant chocolate shops in Paris. The city is famous for its delicious cakes and breads, but foodies will fall for its dreamy chocolate creations too. Drawing on the skills of its masterful chocolatiers, Paris offers both traditional and contemporary chocolates which are sure to wow. ... Read More
Here’s Why You Should Visit France in 2019
January 15th, 2019It seems almost silly to suggest that anyone needs a special reason to visit France. The wine, the cheese, the art museums, the joie de vivre — those are all reason enough, right? Well, 2019 is an extra special year for the country as it celebrates a few monumental anniversaries and plays host to one of the world’s most exciting sporting events. ... Read More
Beauty Shops in Paris Guaranteed to become your French Favorites
December 27th, 2018Paris has been called the capital of many things: romance, fashion, food… and we’d like to add one more specialty to the list: beauty. And more specifically, beauty shops. Beauty products are definitely having a moment right now (take a look at the #shelfie hashtag on Instagram if you need proof) and the beauty shops in Paris are stepping up to the plate. ... Read More
Here’s how to Travel from Paris to London by Train
December 18th, 2018Wondering how to travel from Paris to London by train? There’s no need to schlep out to the airport in either city, as the train stations are centrally located. Taking the train means you avoid longer London airport transfers from Heathrow, Gatwick, Stansted or Luton. You’ll save time, money and stress both ends, with much shorter check-in requirements. ... Read More
Guide to Les Grands Magasins: Discovering the Marvelous Department Stores in Paris
December 11th, 2018Paris may be famous for the Notre-Dame Cathedral, but shopping is also a spiritual experience in this super-chic city. The department stores in Paris are some of the world’s most beautiful, rivaling the Eiffel Tower as alluring attractions. The big three legendary monuments to shopping are Le Bon Marché, Printemps and Galeries Lafayette. All feature fabulous fashion, beauty buys, homewares and accessories. It’s not just retail therapy on offer, though – heritage history, cultural events, pop-ups and destination dining tempt you to linger. ... Read More
Own Your Dream Apartment in Paris at an Affordable Price!
December 4th, 2018Following the success of our first fractional offering, the Cairanne one bedroom apartment which sold out shortly after launch, we are excited to announce our latest fractional apartment ownership opportunity — the gorgeous Beaune two-bedroom luxury apartment on Paris’ Left Bank. ... Read More
7 French Christmas Traditions to Adopt
November 27th, 2018Christmas in France is every Francophile’s dream. The food, the lights, the traditions- it’s easy to understand why they call it the most wonderful time of the year. But we’re going to let you in on a little secret- you can recreate these French Christmas traditions right at home. Here is our list of 7 French Christmas traditions to adopt, from the most traditional to their most modern incarnations, to be celebrated whether in your Paris Perfect apartment or your own home. ... Read More
How to Get From Charles de Gaulle Airport to Paris
November 20th, 2018If you’re visiting Paris, chances are you’ve walked the long halls of Charles de Gaulle, the country’s largest airport. Though the Paris region is served by 3 airports, CDG is the most likely destination for international non-EU flights, and can be quite intimidating upon first visit. Once you’ve dealt with passport control and collected your checked luggage, all you want to do is sink into the couch of your Paris Perfect apartment- but there are so many transport options to get into the city, how is one to choose? We’ve broken down how to get from Charles de Gaulle Airport to Paris for you in this post, so you can arrive informed for a breezy transfer into the city. ... Read More
Staying a Month or Longer? See our Long-Term Furnished Rentals in Paris
November 13th, 2018At Paris Perfect we’ve gathered a loyal following for our short-term vacation rentals. But did you know we also offer a fantastic collection of long-term furnished rentals in Paris? If you’d like a chic apartment for an extended stay in the city, read on. ... Read More
