Last year I watched alongside my fellow Parisians as France won the Men’s World Cup. After the final game against Croatia, I took to the streets, along with millions around the country, and celebrated my adoptive country’s victory. It was a glorious moment that I will never forget, and one of my best memories of …
This beautiful building is Hotel de Sens, one of the few remaining medieval residences left in the city of Paris. What was once the home of the powerful archbishops of Sens is now a public building, and today it is home to the Bibliothèque Forney. While many people come to Hotel de Sens to marvel …
Most Paris guidebooks will teach you basic French phrases such as “Parlez-vous anglais?” and “Où est le métro?” While these are certainly handy to know, I’ve begun to notice a pattern in the questions I get about French from the people on my tours. In particular, there’s a few things that I get asked about …
I’ve said it before, but I’ll say it again. I love being a tour guide. I get to meet people from all over the world, take them to incredible sites, and tell them fascinating stories of French history. Since I adore French history, it’s kind of the perfect job for me. That being said, France …
As a result of the fire that ripped through Notre Dame last month, the cathedral will be closed to visitors for the foreseeable future. It’s a sad thought for sure, but I’ve decided to try and look at the situation with a glass half full mindset. With Notre Dame now closed, it’s the perfect time …