08/18/26 by Paris-Travel | Website | Comments Off on Which Paris arrondissements do you recommend?
Which Paris arrondissements do you recommend?
Map by Teena Hughes ©
An “arrondissement” is a suburb, an area of the city of Paris, and there are so many which stand out for different reasons, but here are just a few of my favourite areas which I’m happy to recommend.
🟪 Le Marais – 75003 and 75004, 3rd and 4th arrondissements – if you’d like to be located near the centre, check out these areas which are great for walking around, exploring and can be quite lively (I used to live in the 4th and love going back and staying in this area to feel like I STILL live there!)
🟪 Saint-Germain-des-Prés – 75006, the 6th arrondissement – is a very safe, classic and elegant part of Paris
🟪 Rive Gauche – Left Bank of the River Seine – the 7th arrondissement will possibly suit you quite well if you’re a newcomer to Paris, it’s calm and beautiful
🟪 Opéra – 75001 and 75002 – 1st and 2nd arrondissement are very central, an easy area to have as your base, and well connected to all the attractions
🟪 Latin Quarter – the 5th arrondissement – is very vibrant, home of many artists, is historic and student-friendly.
All of these neighbourhoods are safe, walkable and well connected, ideal for solo travellers, friend groups, couples and families – in fact everyone :D
Will you visit any of these Paris arrondissements?
I can’t wait for my next adventure to visit Paris! So yes, I will visit all of these :D
So how about you? Have you found any areas or arrondissements you’d like to browse through in Paris? I’d love to hear about them. Please do let me know:
Enjoy your armchair travel in Paris via my website, or if you’re planning your trip or are already there — have a fabulous time!
I love Paris! J’adore Paris ! Let me know if you have any questions, I’m happy to help 💜 XOXOX
Teena Hughes in Australia
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Photos all © Teena Hughes – A-Night-in-Paris 2008-2009
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11/25/23 by Paris-Travel | Cafe/Coffee, Coffee, Coffee Mugs, Coffee Roaster, Website | Comments Off on Naughty Paris Coffee Mug
Wish you had a naughty Paris coffee mug?
Today’s your lucky day :D I was thinking I’d like my own naughty Paris coffee mug, so came up with a few ideas – let me know if you’d like to suggest any others.
Imagine finding these on the kitchen bench OR your office desk every morning :D
- 11 oz Ceramic mug
- Dishwasher and microwave safe
Multiple Coffee Mug Sayings
- Bonjour Bitches
- Bonjour Asshole
- Bonjour Ta Gueule S’il Te Plait (Shut up! Please!)
Sorry – Currently Out Of Stock
Sturdy Packaging for Shipping
Left AND Right Handed Mugs :-)
What’s so great about owning a naughty Paris coffee mug?
- These cheeky coffee mugs feature charming and witty phrases using French and English words guaranteed to add a dose of humour and “joie de vivre” (joy of life) to your morning routine.
- Drinking from one is sure to result in an immediate smile, or even a good chuckle – and you don’t want to miss out on THAT! :-)
Comments from Happy Coffee Mug Owners:
- “Sipping from my cheeky mug never fails to start my morning off with a smile. The charming sayings and witty phrases are a delightful pick-me-up to go along with my coffee.”
- “Each time I use my hilarious coffee mug, I’m reminded of my fabulous friend who gave me this gift – they know I love Paris, they know I am naughty, and their ability to find such a ‘me’ present is why I adore them!”
- “Even on the most hectic days, grabbing my favourite cheeky Frenchified mug full of amazing rich flavourful latte made with Italian robusta coffee beans helps me keep perspective (with a smile and a laugh). I might have bought this for myself, but it feels like having a certain someone’s playful sense of humor right there with me.”
- “What a clever way to spread laughter! This was the perfect surprise gift from a dear friend, and I’m still laughing every time I look at it! I’ll have to pay the cleverness forward by finding an even better, clever gift to make my friend laugh too!”
- “The daily dose of irreverence from my coffee mug’s quips infuses my routine with unexpected laughter. Using it brings me spontaneous grins whenever I need them most. Its charm and cheekiness never fail to hit the spot!”
Got questions or comments about my naughty coffee mugs?
Please do let me know, I’d love to hear from you!
Got any requests for other words?? Fantastic! I’d love to hear about them. Please do let me know:
If you buy one or more of these mugs, I’d love to see some photos of you enjoying them :-)
Please continue to enjoy your armchair travel in Paris via my website, or if you’re planning your trip or are already there — have a fabulous time!
I love Paris! J’adore Paris ! XOXOX
Teena Hughes in Australia
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08/24/21 by Paris-Travel | Blog, Texting in French, Website | Comments Off on How to SMS in French – how to use textos with your French friends
Wondering how to SMS in French?
Here are some simple tips for how to use textos with your French friends – how to SMS in French.
Some of these are slang, so be warned.
I got some of these from my friend Frederic in Paris from our recent emails :-)
Typing “Hello”
- slt (salut),
- bjr (bonjour)
Tyimg “Please”
- stp (s’il te plaît),
- svp (s’il vous plaît)
Typing “That’s to say …”
Typing “Later” / “See you later”
Typing “Why”
Typing “Where are you?”
Typing “I love you”
Does this list help show you how to SMS in French?
Or do you have other examples you’d like to share?
Great! Please do let me know :-)
And don’t forget – please do let me know if you have any other questions or feel like a chat.
Please do :
Enjoy your armchair travel in Paris via my website, or if you’re planning your trip or are already there — have a fabulous time!
I love Paris! XOXOX
Teena Hughes in Australia
02/06/21 by Paris-Travel | Blog, Plus Size, Plus Size Paris, Website | Comments Off on Plus size clothing rental in Paris
Searching for Plus Size Clothing Rental?
Are you heading to Paris for a special occasion but don’t have the budget to buy something fabulous and fashionable to wear on your special day?
Don’t despair!
I can’t guarantee you’ll find clothing to fit, but I can offer some suggestions:
- rent something before you leave home and head to Paris; depending on the length of your stay, this might be a cost-effective solution if you’re only going for a few days
- check out the Plus Size stores in Paris – ONLINE – and look for the “sales” (called “SOLDES” in French); you may find something suitable so contact the store via email or social, and start a conversation. You’ll be able to book and pay online – but I’d rather pay a small deposit until I could try something on in my hotel room or their store in Paris. Sign up for the Newsletters for each site so you’ll know when the Sales are on.
More suggestions and articles about clothing rental in Paris:
It might be hard to believe but there ARE a couple of places in the City of Love and Light where you can rent clothing and accessories
At this time I do not know whether they have any Plus Size, but it’s worth a visit or a phone call while you’re in Paris.
BEAUROW
- Starting at €50 for 2 days, dry-cleaning and delivery included.
- 101 Boulevard Haussmann, 75008 Paris
- Beaurow.com
Do you know of any Plus size clothing rental in Paris?
I’d love to hear from you – I’ll add new locations to this list, to help everyone. How can you help?
Enjoy your armchair travel in Paris via my website, or if you’re planning your trip or are already there — have a fabulous time!
I love Paris! J’adore Paris ! XOXOX
Teena Hughes in Australia
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