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‘Paris, you are my happiness’ sang Edith Piaf back in 1949, and it’s clear a lot of people agree with her. The French capital invariably features in Top 10 lists of the world’s most visited destinations, and while Paris’s popularity is undoubtedly a reflection of its undeniable charms it can make visiting a trying experience at times. Are you desperate to ditch the crowds but not sure where to begin? Convinced that there are no ‘hidden gems’ left to discover? Think again. Take a minute or two to check out this assortment of left-field experiences before your next trip, and

Paris regularly tops “best city” roundups as well as personal bucket lists, and this is not the first time we’ve touched upon this marvellous city. With the bright, clear days and long, fragrant evenings that spring and summer bring, there’s no better time to visit Paris for an unforgettable romantic break. Visits to Paris with friends typically involve the Eiffel Tower and a good many restaurants and bars, but today we’re highlighting some of the very best places to visit on an intimate holiday with someone special. In the Daytime Parc des Buttes-Chaumont This picturesque park is located in the

One of the first things a veteran Paris visitor will tell a rookie holidaymaker is this: when you arrive, avoid taking a taxi that you haven’t pre-booked from a Paris airport into the city at all costs. Although there are many honest cabbies simply making a living, look in any online forum or traveller’s blog and you’ll discover there are more than a handful of bad apples.

Paris is the world’s number one tourist city, and for good reason. While the bulk of tourism occurs during the summer, Paris is just as wonderful in the winter. One of the best things about visiting Paris during the winter is its range of exciting Christmas markets. Each one is an experience in and of itself to wander around, and the products sold are perfect treats for yourself or someone else as a Christmas present.