The City of Love

Getting to Europe takes a long plane ride, but how often are you really going to visit a European country? It’s worth the trip. Sit back, enjoy the flight, and get yourself to Paris, France!

Paris is known as the city of love because of its romantic atmosphere. Lovers can walk around at night and enjoy the mesmerizing lights.

The Eiffel Tower is an icon of Paris. This is the number one attraction people want to see when visiting, I completely agree. Seeing the Eiffel tower in person is a million times better than seeing it in a movie or photograph.

There is one thing I always wanted to do when I visited Paris. Put a lock on the famous bridge. However, when I was there I learned that there are 2 different bridges. Pont des Arts is for your committed love, while Pont de l'Archevêché is for your lover. Pont de l'Archevêché is packed full of love padlocks where the other bridge is not. You put the lock on the bridge and then throw the key into the river. This was on my bucket list, and I highly suggest you do it with your loved one. It doesn’t have to be someone you’re dating, it can be your best friend if you prefer.  It is an experience that will bond you together forever.

According to the following website www.thingstodoinparis.com these are the top 10 things to do while in Paris.

1. The Palaces of Versailles is one of the largest and most opulent castles in the world. This stunning historic castle with its beautiful architecture and gardens, and deep history makes it a place you must visit on a sightseeing trip to Paris.

2. Take a relaxing trip down the River Seine onboard the Bateaux Parisiens River Cruise. A river cruise is a great way to see many of Paris’ famous landmarks and sights.

3. The Arc De Triomphe is one of the most iconic monuments in Paris and must for any visitor to Paris.

4. The Louvre Museum is home to some of the finest artwork in the world. Home to thousands of classic and modern masterpieces, the Louvre Museum is the jewel in the crown of French culture.

5. A very popular attraction in Paris is the Cathedral of Notre Dame, with a Paris Pass you can take a visit to the top of the Towers of Notre Dame for free.

6. Fancy trying some French wine? Then take a trip to O Chateau Wine Tasting where you can sample some exquisite wines from the vineyards of France.

7. The Orsay Museum exhibits work by Delacroix, Manet, Guaguin, Cézanne, Monet, Renoir, Sisley, van Gogh and many more great artists.

8. Discover Paris from the 56th observation floor of the Montparnasse Tower which offers visitors a stunning view of the city in all directions.

9. Palais Garnier has been home to Opera de Paris since the 1600’s and is also home to a small gallery which hosts exhibitions as well as a permanent exhibition of the sets of operas from its history.

10. Grevin Wax Museum features over 300 wax figures of the world’s most famous people dramatically posed in amazing scenes.

This is a place I recommend visiting, but leave the children at home. Take a getaway from your life and enjoy some quality time with your loved one. You won’t regret it!

If you think traveling to Europe is too far, check back next week and learn about somewhere closer to home.