Are you ‘Crazy’ about Paris?

Music

Are you crazy about Paris? If so, enjoy the video below with both French and English lyrics underneath.               French Version Dingue, Dingue, Dingue Je sais qu’on revient pas en arrièreEt que tu ne reviendras pas non plusMais...

Say Cheese or Oui-sti-ti!

Eiffel Tower, French Language

The traditional command in France is “Ouistiti!” (pronounced wee-stee-tee) instead of “Say Cheese!” when taking pictures. Your lips assume a semi-smile when saying the “wee” in ouistiti. A ouistiti is a type of South American monkey. A Tour Eiffel sign on its first...

La Pub

La Pub - Advertising

Compared with the US, Paris is relatively free from the garish signage that permeates modern urban life. Even on television, the commercials are grouped into bunches every 15 minutes or half-hour and you can easily avoid them. These segments are called La pub, short...

16 Dollar Store Travel Hacks – Paris Edition

Paris Travel Tips

The dollar stores are your unlikely best friend when packing for Paris. Visit a dollar store before leaving the US to avoid overspending on travel supplies. The dollar store is cheaper than the travel aisle in your local pharmacy or discount store. Their price point...

Paris is for Lovers

Paris Life

It’s true: Paris is for Lovers Paris is romantic. You really do see more people kissing in the street (like this couple at a bus stop) than in other cities. They’re doing it everywhere. And on bridges!