A Holiday Visit to the Garnier Opera House
I know I’ve already said it once or twice, but I’ll say it again. I love theatre. Today, I love all forms of theatre, but
Author: Laura Moore
My Favourite Quirks that Come with Living in Paris
I recently returned from a holiday in a country that had a vastly different culture and set of social norms than both my home and adopted countries.
The Joy of Travelling, or How I Ended Up Lugging a Suitcase Over the Japanese Alps
In today’s world of unlimited online information, it’s possible to have every aspect of a vacation planned out ahead of time. Between travel forums, official
How I Learned That Not All Baguettes Are Created Equal
In the months leading up to my move to France, multiple people informed me that I would soon become a bread snob. I mostly laughed
From the Guts of Paris to its Beating Heart: The Story of Les Halles
Right in the centre of Paris there is a structure that has been described as an architectural wonder and/or “that green glass monstrosity.” I know
When Japan Comes to You Before You Can Come To It
This past Sunday I had one item on my to do list: Buy a new pair of jeans for my upcoming trip to Japan. It
Notre Dame Cathedral: The Building that was Saved by a Book
I did not go to school to be a tour guide, nor did I grow up dreaming of living in France. So how did I
How to Watch French Movies When You Don’t Speak French
Unsurprisingly, there’s a lot of things I had to learn to live without when I moved to France. While I don’t particularly miss having to
How Not To Make An Appointment in France
I’m going to tell you the story of how I once tried to make an appointment to renew my visa in France. Should be simple,
Stories of the Panthéon, France’s Greatest Mausoleum
In the 5th arrondissement of Paris, perched atop Montagne Sainte-Geneviève, the Panthéon stands high above the Latin Quarter. It casts an impressive shadow over its