We left Paris and headed to Rome, by train. We said goodbye to our little hotel. And then went to visit Notre Dame Cathedral. Here's a little video of the plaza. We are technically in the tourist off season, but there were still lots of people around. Old bells from the cathedral. The Rider Cup… Continue reading Paris to Rome
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Louvre visit
The Louvre! I feel like I've been waiting my whole adult life to visit this museum. Here are some of the pictures of some amazing things I saw. I won't pretend to know anything that can't already be found online. But we loved it. We downloaded the walking audio tour from the Rick Steve's app.… Continue reading Louvre visit
Paris 2
Our second day in Paris featured the Louvre! But that deserves it's own separate post. L'arc de Triumph. But first, breakfast. Which was confusing. It's usually bread of the day, with jam, and a croissant, and an espresso and orange juice. It's a lot of food! We got one the next day and split it.… Continue reading Paris 2
Paris 1
Bonjour Paris! Our first glimpse of the Eiffel Tower! We arrived early in the morning, took a harrowing taxi ride through rush hour Paris, and arrived at our home for the next couple of days. It's called the Hotel Eiffel Blomet in the 15 arrondissement. Their lounge is gorgeous. And they have an honesty bar!… Continue reading Paris 1
Europe 2018
In a couple of weeks, we're going to Europe! Paris, Rome, Florence, Nice, one night in London, then home - 12 days all together, whoo hoo! I am SO excited to see things like the Uffitzi Gallery, the Louvre, and the museums of the Vatican City. Have you heard of Rick Steeves? He has amazing… Continue reading Europe 2018