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Hello, I am Delphine, I accompany expats to set-up in their new lives in Paris and I also offer tours and life-style appointments in Paris. As a local I know how much Paris has to offer and I particularly enjoy sharing them with others.
I approach here all kinds of subjects: advice and tips to integrate into Parisian life whether it is to move, go out, eat, entertains…
You can find my advice for exhibitions, unusual outings in Paris or in its immediate suburbs. There are also suggestions or comments on articles that might interest expatriates or a tourist.
All the articles will be regurlarly when possible updated like for instance my suggestions of tips to learn French.
What to do on Valentine’s day ? Some last minute ideas.
I was not very willing to post an article about Valentine's day. Mainly because of the very marketing and consumming buzz around it. But as celebrating Love stays a good idea, I change my mind. So if you haven't got time to plan anytihing: this article is for you....
5 things to do with Kids in Paris during the winter holiday.
The winter holidays have just started in France and the headache for parents too. Because keeping them busy at this time of year is not the easiest. The week is announced rainy so indoor activities will be preferred. Fortunately, there is no shortage of activities in...
Exhibition of the week – From Douanier Rousseau to Séraphine
I am visiting a lot exhibitions in Paris because i love that but aslos because Paris has one of the best choice of Exhibitions in the world not also the number but the quality is high. The offer being plentiful, you might appreciate having some recommendations. I...
Very useful tips and advices to visit Paris
To enjoy your stay in Paris, it is useful to have some tips to avoid scams and some other unpleasant situations. Airport Transferts From Roissy Charles De Gaulle Parisian taxis If you have a lot of luggage and there are at least two of you, a taxi will probably be the...
Exemple of a failed expatriation: “Meghan is a classic unhappy expat”
In this article Meghan, an, the classic Unhappy expat, , the author draws a parallel between the situation of Meghan Markel and that of professional expatriates. As you most certainly know, Harry and Meghan decided to leave the United Kingdom and settle in Canada. The...
Biking in Paris
Paris and the bicycle lanes Paris has the ambition to become the first bicycles friendly city in Europe. Over the past several years, the number of new bike lanes has increased steadily allowing a much more pleasant (and safer) bike riding option Should you be staying...
Best app to move around Paris
RATP vs Citymapper For a very long time, I relied on RATP app to help me navigate the public transport system in Paris, however I have come to see it having some limitations in the options it provides through I still use it for the Bus timetable. I now use Citimapper...
Everything you need to know about : La Galette des Rois
Come December you wil start to see the “Galettes des Rois” in bakeries and supermakets in France. This pastry is readily available throughout the month of December, however tradition stipulates that this delicatessen is typically enjoyed on the “day of the epiphany...
All best resources and tips to learn French
As everywhere in the world to really enjoy the Parisian life to speak the local language i.e. French will make a big difference. Even it is now much easier in Paris to meet people (sellers,waiters, bus drivers…) who speak english. “According to the Foreign Service...