06/28/10 by Paris-France | Blog, Q and A | 2 Comments »
How cold is Paris in November? Is it too cold to visit?
Do you think I should visit Paris in November or will it be too cold to enjoy, this is my 2nd visit to Paris.
Fadi, Palestine
Teena says …
Hi there Fadi,
Thanks for dropping by my website!
The approximate temperature in Paris in November is:
Highs = 49 deg F / 9 deg C
Lows = 39 deg F / 3 deg C
As I don’t know which temperatures you’re used to, I can’t say if this is too cold for you, but hopefully you can work this out :-)
It will be winter and you’ll need hat, gloves, scarves, coats and plenty of warm clothes. Here is an overview of the annual temperatures to help you decide when to visit Paris:
In this chart above, the hottest temperatures are generally July and August (summer) with June and October almost as warm.
The coldest months are around November, December, January, February, March and April.
I do hope this helps, and I’m sure if you’re prepared with the right clothes for the right season, you’ll have a simply marvellous time! Don’t forget to visit this page: What can I do in Paris in November?
There are so many wonderful things to do in Paris at any time of year, so if you do decide to go in November, you won’t be disappointed :-)
Write back after your trip to Paris and let me know what you enjoyed most :-) You can click the Add A Comment link below.
Bon voyage!
Teena
Related pages:
What can I do in Paris in November?
04/26/10 by Paris-France | Blog, Q and A | No Comments »
James wants to learn French & visit Paris.
Hi,
Thanks for this website it is very useful.
I am going to France for a holiday in 2 months and i have been learning french privately for about 3 months. i hope to study french in paris after my holiday.
i was looking for a school that is not too expensive. most schools do 4 – 8 weeks and are so expensive that it is not an option.
Did you ever come across a cheaper school when you were there ?
Did you learn much in your course? It sounds like you did and had fun meeting people which is my aim.
i’d like to learn a lot while i am there. I have an EU passport, so i was wondering if that would make my accommodation cheaper or is it best to stay with a host. Where did you stay and with who?
Sorry for all these questions. I am excited about going as you were when you first went over there.
Thank you for any help you can give me as I am isolated over here in australia from too much information about paris and people that have been studying there.
Thanks again,
James
Teena replies …
Hi James,
Let’s see if I can answer your questions – I do hope I can help you.
I am so pleased you enjoyed my website, and that you are are excitedly looking forward to your trip to Paris which must be very soon.
In regard to learning French in Paris, there are so many different language schools and types of language classes to choose from. The only way to work out what you can afford is to go to the websites and see what they offer, and how much it costs
You might also consider going to a couple of French expat forums for Paris, and ask people how they learned French in Paris, and ask for suggestions.
For example, you could search, or sign up at these forums in order to ask questions:
http://iledefrance.franglo.com
http://paris.angloinfo.com/forum/
I hope this helps.
In regard to accommodation, I’m not sure how long you’ll be there, or whether you’re willing to stay in hostels or hotels, or find share accommodation.
You could check out Craigslist – you can read about this on my site, as well as other types of accommodation:
If you’d like to use an accommodation Search Engine, pop over to this page and type in your dates:
https://www.a-night-in-paris.com/book-hotels-in-paris.html
Once you’ve searched for dates, you can SORT the list according to price for single (or double) occupancy.
You might be surprised to find that some accommodation is as low as 30 euro per night.
I did a search for mid-May, and sorted the results by price for single room, just click this link to have a look:
http://ow.ly/1B7Ld
PS – you asked where I stayed in Paris when I first lived there – I lived with my boyfriend so I didn’t have to worry about finding somewhere to stay, thank heavens. It’s so much easier now.
If you’ve already booked everything, bravo! Now you just have to count the sleeps until you go on holidays :-)
Bon voyage, have a fabulous time!
Cheers
Teena
04/25/10 by Paris-France | Blog, Things to do in Paris | No Comments »
Would you like to be dancing in the streets of rue Mouffetard in Paris?
I’ve just read that on Every Sunday morning at 11:00 a.m. there is a group of dancers and singers who celebrate life by dancing in the street — on rue Mouffetard.
What a joyous fun thing to do!
If you are in the area, do pop along and have a look.
PS – rue Mouffetard is very well known in Paris, and worth a few hours to mosey along very slowly :-)
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04/09/10 by Paris-France | 75018, Blog | No Comments »
Tight budget? Grab some couscous for the price of a drink.
La Choppe, 75018
If you’re on a tight budget in Paris, it’s Friday or Saturday night and you can afford to buy yourself a drink, pop over to La Choppe and get a free dinner.
From 8.30pm the delightful owner Samir starts serving delicious Moroccan couscous (with all the trimmings) to anyone who’s bought a drink (prices are approximately €4 which is around around £3.50 at time of writing).
Get there at least an hour in advance to ensure you get a seat – this place is VERY popular with locals.
La Choppe Café
40 Rue de Clignancourt, 75018
Tel: 33 1 4606 2010.
Métro: Château Rouge.
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04/06/10 by Paris-France | Blog, Tourist Tips | No Comments »
Want to know a quick and soothing way to avoid jet lag?
Jet lag is the curse of the traveller on long haul flights and journeys, and here’s a tip you might not have considered before.
Once you arrive at your destination, go straight away to have a full-body massage. Do not pass Go. Do not collect $200 (ok, old references to Monopoly may not be suitable :-)
Your body will thank you, your well-being will thank you, YOU will thank you :D
The simple act of having a full-body massage will help your stressed body get back into a gentle zone, away from lugging suitcases and stressing over missing flights etc.
Try to have a one-hour massage — at least — to allow your body time to get back into the local timezone with ease and comfort.
Trust me — you’ll feel refreshed and revitalised.
I just had a friend visiting me from overseas, and on her last day she had a two and a half hour massage and spa treatment BEFORE she got on her long-haul flight. This is a wonderful thing to do too!
Let me know if you try this out, as my ‘research’ so far works for me and my friends, and I’d like to know if it works for you too :D
You might also be interested in 5 of my other Top Tips to Beat Jet Lag …
Happy trails!
Teena
04/01/10 by Paris-France | Blog, Exhibitions | No Comments »
- Thierry Mugler, défilé prêt-à-porter, automne-hiver 1984-85
- Thierry Muble, Ready-to-Wear, Autumn-Winter 1984-85
- © Guy Marineau
EXPOSITION | EXHIBITION
du 1er avril au 10 octobre 2010 | 1st April 2010 to 10th October
History of Contemporary Fashion Volume 1
Les Arts Décoratifs proposent la première exposition sur l’histoire de la mode contemporaine en deux volets. D’abord objet d’un livre publié à l’automne dernier, « Histoire idéale de la mode contemporaine » prend une nouvelle dimension à travers deux expositions consécutives. Aux décennies 70 et 80 suivront, dans un deuxième temps, les années 90-2000 comme deux volumes d’une rétrospective historique et sélective de la mode…
The Decorative Arts Museum present the first expo on the history of contemporary fashion in two .
Pour en savoir plus | To read more about the Thierry Mugler exhbition, click here
03/15/10 by Paris-France | 75018, Blog | No Comments »
Looking for Turkish lamb in Paris?
Yeliz Turkish Restaurant
This small fast-food Turkish restaurant not far from Sacre Coeur is cheap and good. Friends have told me you pay only 6 euros for delicious lamb and couscous.
Yes this Turkish restaurant has a fast-food front, but once you step inside, it is actually a restaurant. My friends said to check out the comfortable seating in the back. A bonus is that the staff are very friendly and kind.
Yeliz Turkish Food
41, rue de Clignancourt
75018 Paris
Metro: Barbes Rochechouart and Chateau Rouge
Metro: Anvers
03/14/10 by Paris-France | Blog, Videos | No Comments »
Amazing 360degree view of Paris taken with 2,346 photos!
I just came across this site and it’s amazing! A 360 degree view of Paris turned into a panoramic view on a website. You really must check it out!
Click on the Navigation panel in the bottom left to show/hide navigation tools. When they are visible, simply click the + or – keys to zoom in and out, and the arrow keys to move around — fabulous!
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You can visit the website http://www.paris-26-gigapixels.com/index-en.html
03/09/10 by Paris-France | Blog, Food | No Comments »
Want to know how to pronounce ‘coffee’ in French?
I’ve just created a little video so you can listen to me pronouncing the different ways to ask for coffee in Paris.
From strong shots of espresso to bowls of milky coffee goodness at breakfast time, there’s something here for everyone.
And there are even tips from my readers!
Pop over to the Paris Coffee and Cafés page to get started …
03/06/10 by Paris-France | Blog, Things to do in Paris | No Comments »
Planning family Vacations in Paris? There is sooo much to do with your kids in Paris!
Category: Things To Do
Posted by: Teena
The journey TO Paris can be just as much fun as the time you spend in Paris with your kids – if you plan ahead.
Check out the article I’ve written about Family Vacations in Paris – with lots of great links for accomodation, things to do and see, and planning your kids’ travel journals before you leave home.
Family Vacations in Paris >>
Maybe some of these tips and links will help you plan your holiday trips.
Enjoy your time in Paris!!
01/05/10 by Paris-France | Blog, Q and A | No Comments »
Have you asked this question when you book your accommodation?
A friend of mine’s on holidays in Australia at the moment, and visiting one of our beautiful mountain areas. Something she said made me think about writing this, and it may not happen to folks staying in the heart of Paris, but it’s certainly worth considering whenever you travel.
My friend needed to get a taxi to her accommodation as there was no public transport, and it wasn’t until the first evening that she realised there was no-where within walking distance where she could have dinner.
The thought of paying for a taxi both ways to the nearest café or restaurant didn’t make financial sense, so instead she needed to buy snacks while out on tours, and make those do for dinner.
Within Paris you’re never more than a block away from food no matter which arrondissement you’re in, but outside Paris and perhaps in some parts of France, there may be locations just like this where you need to know in advance what the food arrangements are.
When you’re making your reservations for your accommodation, check the website about the availability of cafés and restaurants close by, and if you can’t find this information, send off an email to make sure before you go.
It’s a simple little thing to find out, and may be the thing which tips the balance as to which place to stay at.
Have a great trip, wherever you’re off to, whatever time of year!
Cheer
Teena :-)
12/22/09 by Paris-Travel | 75008, Blog | No Comments »
The Arc de Triomphe (translated as the Arch of Triumph) was constructed in 1809 under orders from Bonaparte, as a monument to the Republican armies.
50m high, 45m wide, and completed in 1836, the Arc is decorated with a frieze of battle scenes and sculptures.
Each year you can join the annual Bastille Day (14th July – Quatorze Juillet) military parade from the Arc de Triomphe and be part of the festivities, the remembrances, the national spirit. It’s always a moving day, so if you’re in Paris in mid July, definitely visit the Arc de Triomphe.
Location: place Charles-de-Gaulle, 75008 Paris
http://monuments-nationaux.fr
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