The Extraordinary Life of Philippe I, Duke of Orléans
Much like everything else in 2020, Paris Pride was cancelled last June. This year, however, the city has re-opened, and let’s just say that people
Category: Stories of Paris
A Devastating Loss for French Winemakers
Spring is always a bit hit and miss when it comes to the weather in Paris. It can be gloriously sunny one day, and then
What’s in a Name? The Story of the Parisii
I started writing weekly articles about Paris back in the fall of 2018. It’s been two and a half years of telling stories about the
A Visit to Colmar and a Walk Through a Fairy Tale
My first memory of seeing a movie in a movie theatre is going to see Disney’s Beauty and the Beast. And it was a magical
Chasing History in Saverne: A Visit to the Chateau de Rohan
I am constantly talking about French history. Whether it’s on tour, over Zoom, or annoying my friends with ‘Laura’s fun facts about Paris’, I’m constantly
How Do We Reinvent Historical Sites for New Generations?
France is back in lockdown, which means I have a lot of time to sit in my apartment and think about all the wonderful sights
The Apocalypse Tapestry Found Within the Angers Chateau
This is Part II of my series about my visit to Angers. Please see Part I HERE. Last week I talked about my recent day
Angers – A City Known for its Stunning Tapestries
The city of Angers is located about an hour and 45 minutes southwest of Paris by train. In North America, that’s a perfectly acceptable length
The Chartres Cathedral – Exquisite from Top to Bottom
The Chartres Cathedral is considered a masterpiece of Gothic architecture. It has been recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site since 1979, and it is
Chartres en Lumières – An Evening Surrounded by Lights
The city of Chartres is just over an hour away from Paris by train, making it the perfect weekend getaway. Chartres is famous for many