Paris
"Peculiar travel suggestions are dancing lessons from God." -Kurt Vonnegut
This past January, I packed my bags to the brim and hopped on a plane to embark on quite the journey…
I’ll be living in Paris through May 2010 and am taking a full load of courses through the University of Florida’s Honors in Paris program.
I’m taking classes in Modern French Culture, Gender and Globalization, Strategic Communication and Photography, but every moment here – from dining in the many restaurants, to talking with the locals at the many street markets is a learning experience.
Being here as a student has allowed me to see Paris in a unique way. I’m living in the city, not just visiting for a quick vacation. I have time to explore the sites slowly but surely and I am experiencing first hand what French culture is really like every time I step out of my door. The following is a list of some of my favorite spots and experiences thus far in Paris. Lots of walking, lots of looking…and not too much money spent. After all, Je suis étudiant!
Markets
There are over 65 markets in Paris, so finding fresh, inexpensive produce on any given day is very easy. One of my favorite things to do in the city is head to a market in the morning, and explore the surrounding area after. If you click here, you can find a detailed list of every market in Paris. Here are a few of my favorites so far….
Favorite Sites
This list is a work in progress…stay tuned for more of my favorite places to visit in Paris.
Dining Out
L’As du Falafel – Best Falafel in the city!
Le Négus – Ethiopian Food; Nothin’ like eating with your hands!
Le Cambodge – Cambodian Food; Most amazing Shrimp Curry and very inexpensive.
Beyond the Arrondissements…
Champagne tasting at the Tattinger caves in Reims, France
To see more of my favorite moments in Paris, visit my Top Posts page.
I also answered a bunch of questions in this post about what I’m doing here in Paris.
Oh, and feel free to Ask Me Anything if you have questions about the City of Light!
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I just came across your blog and noticed you are living in Paris! I am currently in Germany (past 5 yrs) and Paris is by far one of my favorite cities! Sacre Coeur was my favorite as well. Thanks for sharing…btw your baby is so cute!