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Shop ’till you Drop: Guide to Getting your VAT back in France
One of the best things about visiting France is the shopping. AND, if you happen to be a non-European Union resident, you can shop ‘till you drop for less by claiming back your sales tax. Since this...
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A Work of Art—and Sound—at Galeries Lafayette
You probably know Galeries Lafayette as one of Paris’ premier shopping destinations, but did you know it’s home to an actual gallery? Galerie des Galeries presents exciting exhibitions throughout the...
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Renting and Buying Luxury Designer Goods in Paris
I first stumbled upon InstantLuxe.com a few months ago while searching for a vintage Rolex. I’d never heard of the site and was leery as I scrolled through the photos of designer watches. As I looked...
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5 Things you Probably Don’t Know about Visiting Galeries Lafayette in Paris
The department store concept was invented in Paris, and although Galeries Lafayette wasn’t the first, it is synonymous with shopping in Paris. As with Macy’s in New York City and Harrods in London,...
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The City of Light (and Literature): Eight Great Books to Read about Paris
The Galeries Lafayette on Boulevard Haussmann has been one of Paris’ fashion institutes since 1893. But the ornate upmarket department store is more than just a must-visit destination for fashion...
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America, France and the Great War: 10 Places to See World War I History in...
On June 28, 1914, Archduke Franz Ferdinand, the heir to the Austro-Hungarian Empire, was assassinated in Sarajevo. This event, along with Germany’s concern over the French and British Colonial...
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The Galeries Lafayette Go for Good Campaign
For more than 120 years, Galeries Lafayette has been a leader among department stores around the globe. In addition to being the renowned experts in event shopping and fashion, Galeries Lafayette has...
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How to Pack for Paris in the Fall (without looking like a tourist)
In my article, “5 Ways to be a Better Tourist in Paris, “ I interviewed Parisians regarding their biggest pet peeves concerning visitors. Along with the loud talking, most mentioned sloppily dressed...
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14 of the Most Historic Hotels in Paris
Paris needs no introduction. You don’t have to have visited for the name to elicit thoughts of romance, fine arts, fashion, and centuries of history. History is something that can be consumed in...
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13 Places to Eat near the Opera in Paris
Lunch in Paris. There’s arguably no city more magical for enjoying a meal while taking in your surroundings, from the Parisians enjoying everyday life in the city to ancient architecture that remains...
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Celebrate Christmas in Paris at Galeries Lafayette
Christmas in Paris is a holiday of traditions. Neighborhood lights are strung, making the City of Light shine brighter. The familiar tunes of Christmas ring out from churches, and Parisians are full of...
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A Private Tour of Notre Dame — An Exclusive Experience in Paris
Visit Paris with the intention of taking a tour, and you’ll likely be pulled in a multitude of directions. However, not all tours are the same, and many leave you with surface knowledge of some of the...
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Devour these 10 Classic French Christmas Foods
France is unlike any other country in the world, so it comes as no surprise that the French celebrate Christmas a bit differently too. Nativity scenes are loaded with unique characters, Santa is taller...
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3 Things to Consider before Moving to Paris
If I had a euro for every time I’m asked, “Why Paris?” I’d own my dream apartment overlooking Parc Monceau. I’m also regularly asked for advice on moving to Paris. No doubt, moving to any foreign...
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Visit Mulhouse: 4 Remarkable Museums to add to your Itinerary when in Alsace
Between the Vosges mountains and the Rhine River, in the Alsace Region, sits one of the most underrated historical cities in France. Often passed over for Alsatian destinations such as Strasbourg and...
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48 Hours in Chantilly, France
The name Chantilly may ring a bell. That’s probably because handmade silk Chantilly lace has made the city famous since the 17th century. But the charming French city is home to far more than the black...
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Places to Visit in Strasbourg to Discover its Alsatian Past and Present
From the wines of Bordeaux to the pebbly beaches of Nice and the historic sites of the nation’s capital, there’s no denying that France is a dream travel destination. I’m always amazed that a country...
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Normandie Chérie: Discover Normandy with Galeries Lafayette
If you’ve followed along on my blog and social media for any time at all then you know that two of the things that I enjoy most are traveling and shopping. This summer, these two loves have combined,...
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10 of the Best Things to do in the Loire Valley, France
Sophistication, gastronomy, and grand estates are just a few ways to characterize France’s sumptuous Loire Valley. Once a place where royalty established castles and leisure estates, the Loire Valley...
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Travel to These 10 Affordable French Cities to Experience France without the...
Paris is expensive. In fact, the Economist Intelligence Unit’s Worldwide Cost of Living survey named Paris the most expensive city in the EU in 2017. The survey stated that Paris is particularly...
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