140 Character Overview: Opulence to the maximus at iconic Parisian luxury hotel on Champs-ÉlysĂ©es. Eyefuls of Eiffel Tower, glitzy dining by Ducasse, spa by Dior. The Vibe: The Plaza AthĂ©nĂ©e is nothing short of spectacular. It’s a luxurious, glittering marvel with both Art Deco and classical design elements. In fact, rooms are designed in one of the two styles. The Location: One of the ritziest neighborhoods in Paris, the Plaza is situated between the […]
Posts categorized: Daily Dose Paris
One of my favorite things to do when I travel, especially when I travel alone, especially when I travel through Europe, is to visit the world’s great museums, and The Centre Georges Pompidou is one of my absolute favorites. Home to a permanent collection of some of the most impressive contemporary and modern works, the museum’s unusual architecture is also a draw. Completed in 1977, the skeleton of the building is exposed and made up of colorfully painted pipes. The […]
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2012
2012
Daily Dose: Le Fumoir, Paris
Situated across the street from the Louvre in the heart of Paris, Le Fumoir is a bustling bar and restaurant frequented by a well-heeled after work crowd. Midday, it’s the perfect cozy cafe to get off your feet and warm up with a cafĂ© creme, but by the time happy hour rolls around, it’s a lively meeting place where Parisians and tourists alike rub shoulders at the bar sipping kir royale, wine by the glass, cocktails, or draft beer. With red leather […]
