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Family-Friendly Restaurants in Paris: Top Picks for Dining with Kids

Paris may be one of the world’s esteemed gastronomic capitals, but visitors with kids may cringe at the idea of finding something for their little ones to eat. They might summon up visions of their youngest picking at a too-rare steak or fussing over unfamiliar vegetables and “fancy” ingredients. Furthermore, even teenagers may display unadventurous eating habits and may prefer something simple and uncomplicated. They might find traditional French cuisine a bit too outside their comfort zone.

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Top Rated Crepes and Creperies to Try in Paris

Whether you’ve never been to Paris, are visiting for the first time, or have lived here for a decade, there’s no denying the allure of a well-made French crepe. This extra-thin Gallic-style pancake can be topped with sweet ingredients like Nutella, sugar, or fresh jam. Alternatively, the savory variety, usually made with buckwheat following a traditional Breton recipe, can feature ham, cheese, or egg. The crepe is incredibly versatile; it can be enjoyed in a posh restaurant or eaten casually while strolling down the street.

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Discover Free WiFi Hotspots Across Paris

Need to get online fast? Since international roaming 3G and 4G can be quite costly, numerous travelers opt out of using their phone data while abroad. Visit Paris to enjoy hundreds of free WiFi hotspots. Cafes, restaurants, and bars increasingly offer WiFi services, while the Paris municipal government has established free WiFi zones in parks, squares, public libraries, city-run museums, and various other locations. This provides an opportunity for visitors to connect, whether for a few minutes or a more extended period.

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Explore Fauchon Gourmet Grocery: Paris’s Finest Delicacies

With its first store opened on the Place de la Madeleine in Paris in 1886, the flagship shop still stands there today. Maison Fauchon is one of Paris’s premier gourmet food shops. It offers gourmet grocery items, including chocolates, signature tea and coffee, biscuits, jams, mustards, confits, oils,foie gras, and pâtés. This iconic Parisianépiceriefeatures a separate bakery andtraiteur(gourmet delicatessen) at its Madeleine location, along with a restaurant-tea house and a wine cellar. Consequently, Fauchon becomes especially busy during the Christmas and holiday season as it is a favored spot for stocking up on holiday meal items and gifts for foodies.

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Visiting La Sorbonne: A Complete Guide to Paris’s Historic University

Many tourists aspiring to explore the prestigious Sorbonne University in Paris often face disappointment as they are swiftly turned away by the guards stationed at the entrance. The rationale behind this restriction is clear: the institution aims to limit disturbances to its students and faculty. Consequently, to ensure a more tranquil environment, access is primarily reserved for the members of the university.

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Top Street Food and Fast Casual Dining in Paris

Despite the city of light’s reputation for street fare like crepes, finding high-quality fast food in Paris can be hit-and-miss. Especially in areas with a heavy tourist presence, the risk of ending up with a stale, gummy crepe or a sandwich prepared with questionable hygiene practices is present. Luckily, Paris also offers some excellent street food options for the whole family, as long as you know where to go (and what to avoid).

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Discover Affordable Shopping in Paris for Budget Travelers

As one of the world’s fashion capitals, you’d expect to find at least a few good budget shops and designer outlet stores in Paris. Parisians know that finding the perfect pair of slacks from a discount designer shop or antique lamp from a flea market istout un art– a genuine art. Particularly if you’re visiting Paris on a limited and strict budget, make sure to bookmark this page for great ideas on cheap shopping opportunities in the city.

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Best Shopping Centers and Malls in Paris: A Guide to the Top 3

As one of the world’s leading capitals of fashion, you’d expect Paris to have a fair number of malls. Since most Parisians prefer “la lèche-vitrine”—window shopping or, quite literally, “licking the windows”—most shopping areas in the city are found outdoors, in much-coveted shopping districts such as the Marais, the Champs-Elysées, or the “haute couture” district on Rue Saint-Honoré. However, three major shopping centers offer an alternative if you’d prefer a “one-stop” destination or want to browse familiar chain outlets such as Zara or H&M.

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Top Romantic Walking Spots in Paris for Couples

If you’re planning a getaway to the French capital with someone special, finding the best spots for romantic walks in Paris is likely to be high up on your to-do list. Paris is a city that naturally exudes romance, so meandering aimlessly (or purposefully, for that matter) is definitely recommended. Naturally, though, some places have more potential to set the mood than others. Here are a few of our favorite places in the city to steal away to with your beau or belle.

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Bringing Dogs on the Paris Metro: Rules and Tips

Many people visiting Paris for the first time wonder whether they’re allowed to bring dogs or other pets along for the ride in public transportation, including in metro trains, buses, and trams. Some tourists do opt to bring their pets overseas for longer stays, so this is likely to be an important question for them. Here’s what to keep in mind.

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Guide to Using U.S. Dollars in Peru: Tips and Insights

Many businesses in Peru do accept U.S. dollars, especially within the tourism industry. Most hostels, hotels, restaurants, and tour agencies will gladly take your dollars (some even list their prices in U.S. dollars), while also accepting the local currency. Moreover, you can also use dollars in large department stores, supermarkets, and travel agencies (for bus tickets, flights, etc.).

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Discover Why Plantains Are Puerto Rico’s Favorite Food

Ask any Puerto Rican what their five favorite foods are, and we’re willing to bet at least two involve plantains. The plantain, the larger, tougher cousin of the softer, sweeter banana, cannot be eaten raw. However, when you cook it (and depending on how you cook it), you’ll discover a versatile ingredient that is incorporated into some of Puerto Rico’s most beloved and popular dishes. Green plantains have a starchy, bland quality to them (until you season them, of course), while ripe plantains are sweeter. You’d need to go out of your way to leave Puerto Rico without sampling the ubiquitous plantain, and honestly, we don’t recommend you do that. Instead, try one of these delicious dishes, all made with the tastyplatano.

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