by Liz Deacle | Europe, France, Reviews
Bonjour from Paris, France!
I’m here with my 20-year-old daughter who, let’s face it, can throw on a thrifted jacket, swipe on some mascara, and look like she stepped off the cover of French Vogue.
Meanwhile, I’m over here trying to look stylish without sacrificing my arches, my dignity, or my patience.
If you’re like me—somewhere between 35 and 65 (I’m 54), love classic style, and value comfort (especially when strolling the Seine or hunting down the perfect croissant)—then this post is for you.
Here are 6 Paris-approved outfit ideas that ooze that understated French style and pair beautifully with ballet flats (a non-negotiable for me and my feet).
These outfits are classy and comfortable.
Because looking chic shouldn’t mean hobbling down cobblestone streets in Paris…
PS: Planning your trip? Don’t miss my tips on Where to Stay in Paris, One Day in Paris Itinerary, and How to Avoid Jet Lag—especially helpful if you land and want to hit the ground running like a pro.
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by Liz Deacle | France, Travel, Travel Tips
How many days do you need in Paris, France? One, three, five or thirty. There’s no right answer. It all depends on who you are and how you like to travel.
But for now, let’s assume you have all the time in the world but want to see Paris in a day. Soooo…
Voyons Paris! Let’s see Paris!
(That’s it. That’s about as much French as I can confidently write…)
The perfect end to a day in Paris. Now, let’s begin at the start…
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by Liz Deacle | Europe, France, Travel
My daughter and I are about to spend a month in Paris. We are leaving New Zealand and going to Europe. This is a much-needed, long time in the planning of the mother/daughter vacation.
As you can imagine, I have been doing a ton of research on Paris, France, and it would be unfair of me not to share my top 10 places where to stay in Paris with you.
I’ll let you know at the end of the post where we chose to stay and why!
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by Liz Deacle | Europe, France, Long Term Travel
I’m currently in Paris, Europe, with my 21-year-old daughter. We’re here for a month, living like locals. On vacation (mainly, I’m still working online).
The backstory is long (and best saved for another time), but in a nutshell, I’m a world traveller from New Zealand, and after losing both my parents last year, this trip marks the beginning of a healing, connecting, year-long family adventure.
My husband and son are in Norway while my daughter and I explore Paris. In a month’s time, the four of us will meet in Greece for a month-long stay, and after that? I don’t know (join my newsletter where I write in depth about all of this and more).
So, why write a post about what to do in just one day in Paris?
Because, like you, I want to see everything… but I also want to do it slowly, intentionally, and meaningfully.
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by Liz Deacle | France, Travel
I love Paris. The cobbled lanes, the flaky pastries, the way people just seem to effortlessly glide around in trench coats with their fresh baguettes tucked under their arm like it’s the most normal thing in the world.
But. It turns out, even after all my travels, I still managed to make a few classic tourist mistakes while I was there with my daughter last month.
So. In order to save you a few stumbles (and possibly a blister or two), here’s a list of the most common mistakes tourists make in Paris—and how you can sidestep them with the grace of a local.
Or at least a slightly more seasoned tourist who’s learned the hard way.
After a week in Paris with my daughter, I’m sharing the 10 most common mistakes tourists make in Paris—and how to avoid them so your Paris vacation feels more “La Vie en Rose” and less “Help, my feet are bleeding.”
If you don’t know where to stay in Paris I have some good suggestions.
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