The French,as everyone knows,do things differently. Including,it would seem,their security alerts for the Paris Olympics.
The museum had not yet opened,and I was following instructions to catwalk,hip bump and point in the grand room where Louis XIV once held plays and balls.
I’ve just returned from Hong Kong,London and Paris – three cities notable for what they lack when compared with Sydney:space. And yet they’re the richer for it.
Visitors to the French capital during the European summer will pay more for hotels,meals out,entry to tourist attractions and public transport.
Hidden in plain sight,the covered arcades of the French capital are full of old-world charm,intrigue,restaurants and art.
You’ll find quirky art,architecture and urban design in this pocket of the French capital.
After a whirlwind romance,Melbourne-born interior designer Loretta Genovesi quit her job to be with entrepreneur Nicolas Collignon.
Despite facing the same pressures as other global cities,Paris has a deliberate strategy to retain its poorer citizens – and it spends a lot of money doing so.
The French government,the City of Paris,and the 2024 organising committee remain determined to stage the ceremony on the Seine – but security agencies aren’t so sure.
This vivacious hotel is exquisitely crafted and superbly located,making it a fabulous addition to Paris’ high-end hotel scene.
You don’t have to empty your wallet to absorb culture or relax in Paris. Some of the city’s most enjoyable experiences won’t cost a cent.