Dining in Paris

You can't go very far in Paris without running across a place to dine and that's a very good thing. But choosing the perfect spot can be a challenge, especially when faced with so many choices. My best advice is to use your ears. If most patrons are speaking French, that's a great sign as …

Experiencing the Louvre

The Louvre in Paris is not only the most famous museum in the world, it is also the largest with over 652,000 square feet (nearly 15 acres) of exhibition space. Its massive collection features works from the 6th century BC to the 19th century and includes the Mona Lisa, Venus de Milo, and Winged Victory of …

When in Paris, Be in Paris

Since this was our third trip to Paris and stay in the Latin Quarter (5th arrondissement), we felt at home right away. Already knowing the "terrain" of a place you're traveling to makes many things easier, especially living like locals. But whether it's your first trip or fifth, letting yourself "be" a part of the destination …

The Ups and Downs of Travel: Will we ever get to Paris?

In this day and age, travel is a challenge at its best and a nightmare at its worst. From long lines at security to flight cancellations and delays, we can never know what to expect as passengers. And the farther we wander from home, the more challenging it seems to become. I fully believe that …