Air France to Celebrate 90th Anniversary With Fashion Exhibition in Paris.

The city authorities say that large cars pollute more and are dangerous for pedestrians. Opponents say the mayor is on a crusade against motorists. Voters in Paris have approved an effort to drastically increase parking fees for large sport utility vehicles and other heavy cars, the latest move by Mayor Anne Hidalgo to reshape the […]

In the heart of Paris, adjacent to the iconic Arc de Triomphe, a diminutive 183-square-foot apartment has undergone a remarkable metamorphosis, marrying intelligent design with aesthetic finesse. Céline Boclaud, the visionary architect behind this transformative project, has infused the compact space with a harmonious blend of soft curves, pastel palettes, and inviting materials. Challenged with […]

The Parisian real estate scene has been complex recently, where the shifts in the market have not not just been a matter of passing trends but intricately tied to the workings of bank mortgage rates. In the current setting, the adjustment of these rates plays a crucial role, serving as a key factor in easing […]

  Less than 200 days remain until the 2024 Paris Olympics, and the organizing committee is steadfast in its commitment to delivering an unprecedented level of sustainability at the Games, vowing to set new benchmarks in environmental consciousness. Seven years ago, when Paris clinched the bid for the Games, they pledged an ambitious plan to […]

Sometimes, little phrases slipped into a conversation for no reason come to make sense months later. This visitor to Emmanuel Macron’s gilded presidential lounge last September is stunned when he recalls the conversation at the time. The scene took place a few days after Gérald Darmanin’s thunderous political comeback in Tourcoing (Nord), where, on the […]

The affordability pledge for Paris’s upcoming Olympic Games has faced intense scrutiny anew as a consumer advocacy group shed light on staggering hotel prices, averaging around 1,000 euros, near the path of the opening ceremony slated for July. While Olympic organizers have prided themselves on the inclusivity of hosting events along the Seine River, an […]

In the heart of Paris’s 15th arrondissement, Atelier 11 stands as a testament to artistic history, having hosted luminaries such as Gauguin, Soutine, and Modigliani within its storied walls. Yet, time has weathered this venerable studio, leaving its walls cracked and its famed skylights in need of restoration. Anticipation reverberates as plans unfold for an […]

In a bid to transform the Seine River into a viable venue for Olympic swimming, the city of Paris has set in motion an ambitious project to construct a vast storage basin capable of holding 46,000 cubic meters of wastewater. This move, reported by Reuters, aims to curb pollution levels, offering athletes a chance to […]

  A food writer shares what it was like to eat, cook, and shop in Paris as Julia Child knew and loved it. As our boat glided along the Seine, the Eiffel Tower came into view, glittering against a piercing blue September sky. The captain popped a bottle of Champagne and handed me a generous pour. […]

Amidst the allure of Paris lies a realm of captivating weekend retreats, each a splendid departure from the city’s bustle. Whether your heart yearns for the countryside’s tranquility, the regal echoes of châteaux, or the coastal symphony of cliffs, these five destinations promise an enchanting escape. The Loire Valley Enter a realm where time dances […]