Paris, France Review

Paris is an absolute must-visit -- just walking along the streets and looking at the gorgeous buildings and cozy cafes is a treat. But the landmarks are unforgettable -- the masterpieces of the Louvre, the bateaux-mouches tour boats on the Seine, the magnificent Notre Dame, the graceful Eiffel Tower, the elegant Champs d'Elysees and Arc de Triomphe, the dramatic Sacre Couer basilica. There's something to thrill everyone in Paris.

I have visited several times, and my favorite way to experience the City of Light is to rent an apartment on the Left Bank. There are plenty of reliable rental agencies, easy to find online. The cost is so much less than hotels, and having access to a kitchen (and hopefully a terrace) is a real treat. There are so many lovely shops nearby -- buy fresh baguettes, pastries, jams, cheeses, wine, pate, etc. and enjoy them at leisure in your apartment. Live like a local, it's the best way to go! 

Use the subways; they're easy to navigate and will bring you just about anywhere you want to go. Don't miss the Rodin museum, in the sculptor's home and studio -- the garden has several of his works, including the Thinker, the Gates of Hell, and The Kiss. Napoleon's tomb is impressive; the Picasso museum is stunning; You really can't go wrong, there's so much to see and do! Bon Voyage!!