Paris by Paige

27/02/2024

Would you swim in the Seine?😳

Organisers of the Olympic and Paralympic Games in Paris may be feeling a little queasy over their commitment to hold open water swimming in the scenic but often polluted Seine.

17/06/2023

Oh Paris! 😢
https://www.france24.com/en/france/20230615-hundreds-of-paris-metro-passengers-blocked-underground-in-exceptional-incident

The RATP operator of the Paris metro system apologised on Wednesday after hundreds of passengers on multiple lines were blocked underground in stifling temperatures and at the height of rush hour.

27/03/2023

Fyi-Things are more than getting serious folks 😳
https://www.reuters.com/world/europe/french-pension-protest-forces-louvre-close-its-doors-2023-03-27/

Trade union protesters angered by President Emmanuel Macron's move to raise the French retirement age without a final vote in parliament blocked the Louvre museum in Paris on Monday, frustrating crowds of visitors.

10/09/2021

Here is some updated France travel info!
https://thepointsguy.com/news/travel-to-reopened-france-covid/

Editor’s note: This story has been updated as of September 10, 2021, to reflect that France moved the U.S. back to its orange list of countries. Travelers

23/08/2021

This makes me very happy!🙂https://www.france24.com/en/france/20210822-jos%C3%A9phine-baker-to-enter-panth%C3%A9on-of-france-s-national-heroes

American-born French dancer Joséphine Baker will be inducted into the Panthéon, an honour reserved for France’s national heroes, on November 30. The move recognises her courage in actively resisting…

15/08/2021

Just keeping you up to date!
https://www.theguardian.com/world/2021/aug/14/fifth-consecutive-weekend-of-protests-in-france-over-covid-pass

More than 250,000 people are expected at 200 demonstrations, an increase on last week

18/07/2021

Be careful out there people!
https://www.bbc.com/news/uk-57869880

A planned relaxation of England's rules from Monday will not apply due to cases of the Beta variant.

30/06/2021

UPDATE ON FRANCE:
https://www.france24.com/en/live-news/20210630-covid-19-tests-will-no-longer-be-free-for-tourists-in-france-starting-july-7

Foreign tourists visiting France will have to pay for Covid-19 tests starting July 7, government spokesman Gabriel Attal said in an interview published Wednesday.

01/05/2021

Some exciting news!! France is slowly emerging out of Lockdown! They are saying that it will allow fully vaccinated US Citizens to start visiting as soon as June 9th!!
Mother of Pearl, you know where I will be this Summer.
Here are some other key dates to consider:
Here are some Key Dates regarding France coming out of lockdown.

May 19th Restaurant terraces and museums will reopen

June 9th Curfew will be at 11pm (currently 7pm)

June 9th Restaurants will reopen max of 6 people per table

June 30th End of 11pm curfew

Let me know if you are just as excited as I am! I'd love to hear all about your Paris plans!😉

22/04/2021

Some light at the end of the tunnel!🙃https://www.francetoday.com/travel/practical-information/france-aims-to-welcome-vaccinated-travellers-this-summer/

In an exclusive, much buzzed-about interview on the CBS News show “Face the Nation,” President Emmanuel Macron announced he’s finalising plans to allow vaccinated Europeans and Americans to visit France this summer.

04/02/2021

Shine Bright Iron Lady!🙂🌟
https://www.france24.com/en/france/20210203-eiffel-tower-goes-for-gold-with-revamp-ahead-of-2024-paris-olympics

The Eiffel Tower has embarked on the most extensive revamp of its 130-year history to look its best for the 2024 Paris Olympics, including with a paint job giving it a distinctly golden hue.

19/01/2021

Oh Mickey! See you in April 2021!😢
https://twitter.com/DisneyParis_EN/status/1351181822047252483?s=19

“Due to the prevailing conditions in Europe, Disneyland Paris will not reopen on the 13th of February as initially planned. If you have a booking with us during the closing period, please check our website for our latest commercial conditions: https://t.co/3c0DbxYPLC”

25/12/2020

Music once again in Notre Dame! 🙂🌟🎶🎼
https://apnews.com/article/paris-europe-notre-dame-cathedral-france-a914c7ad169524bb1230fb6ceebe6a5b

PARIS (AP) — Wearing hard hats and protective suits, members of the choir of Notre Dame Cathedral sang inside the medieval Paris landmark for the first time since last year’s devastating fire for...

18/12/2020

Even Macron 😢https://www.france24.com/en/europe/20201217-french-president-emmanuel-macron-has-tested-positive-for-covid-19

French President Emmanuel Macron has tested positive for Covid-19, the Élysée Palace announced on Thursday. Other French and EU leaders will be self-isolating after coming into contact with Macron ov…

13/11/2020

What do you need more time for? Connecting with people? There isn’t a pause button for hectic days, but I’ve got something just as good! You probably know me as an avid Francophile, but what I can actually offer you is CONNECTION! Ever wish you could send the perfect card that reflects your love for Paris? I got you girl! Now is the perfect time to grab some stationery for the French lover in your life! Shop today or visit the SHOP link in my bio! :)

15/10/2020

New curfews in French cities!😳

French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday ordered a nighttime curfew for Paris and eight other French cities to contain the spread of Covid-19 after daily new infection rates reached record level…

29/09/2020

The Holidays are coming..... Grab Paris inspired stationery for your travel buddies!😊

28/09/2020

https://www.france24.com/en/20200927-paris-goes-car-free-for-a-day-amid-surge-in-cycling-due-to-coronavirus

This year’s car-free day in Paris comes amid a surge in cycling in the French capital, as a growing number of commuters choose to ride a bike instead of taking public transportation out of fear of th…

28/09/2020

https://www.france24.com/en/20200926-paris-inaugurates-city-s-first-park-honouring-a-black-woman

The city of Paris inaugurated a public garden Saturday honoring a woman who fought for the liberation of slaves on the Caribbean island of Guadeloupe.

26/09/2020

Here is the latest on European travel!
https://www.afar.com/magazine/europes-new-covid-travel-rules-explained

The latest European travel restrictions—and the European Commission’s proposal to limit the use of quarantines.

21/09/2020

https://news.yahoo.com/paris-notre-dame-repairs-184314803.html

A member of Charpentiers sans Frontiers or 'Carpenters Without Borders' attaches a branch on a hoisted 14 meters wide by 10 meters high truss, a replica that would support the roof of the Notre-Dame de Paris Cathedral during a public event showcasing the medieval techniques used in building....

01/08/2020

Rules are changing every day! Here is the latest!
https://www.france24.com/en/20200731-new-rules-in-parts-of-france-as-new-coronavirus-cases-crop-up

Several French cities on Thursday announced new face mask requirements and other measures to contain the coronavirus as the number of new cases continues to increase after a long lull, officials said…

13/03/2020

Recent Paris Update:https://www.thelocal.fr/20200313/eiffel-tower-and-other-paris-tourist-sites-close-doors-over-coronavirus

France's top tourists sites, including the Louvre and the Eiffel Tower, closed on Friday as the government banned all gatherings of more than 100 people to stem the spread of the coronavirus epidemic.

02/03/2020

This makes me sad 😥
https://www.france24.com/en/20200301-france-shuts-down-louvre-amid-coronavirus-fears

The spreading coronavirus epidemic shut down France's Louvre Museum on Sunday, with workers who guard its trove of artworks fearful of being contaminated by the museum's flow of visitors from around…

07/02/2020

Sorry New Yorkers!😳
https://thepointsguy.com/news/dhs-blocks-nys-residents-global-entry/

On Wednesday, the Department of Homeland Security announced that it was immediately barring New York state residents from enrolling in Global Entry and other Trusted Traveler Programs because of the state’s new “Green Light Law”, which protects undocumented immigrants. Effective immediately, N...

08/01/2020

Such an interesting read on the perceived value of a passport.
https://www.cnn.com/travel/article/henley-index-world-best-passport-2020/index.html

Once again, Asia leads the way in the Henley Passport Index's guide to the world's most powerful passports. But in the first report for the new decade, a middle Eastern country is the biggest success story

19/12/2019

Paris Warning: https://www.thelocal.fr/20191218/warning-the-paris-taxi-scams-taking-advantage-of-strike-chaos

With Paris public transport badly hit by ongoing mass transport strikes some unscrupulous taxi drivers are taking advantage of the situation to rip off desperate passengers.

05/12/2019

If you are planning to travel to France in December, please be prepared:https://www.france24.com/en/20191204-france-looks-set-for-potentially-its-biggest-strike-in-decades

France is bracing itself for a widespread transport strike starting on Thursday, December 5. This looks set to be the most comprehensive strike the country has experienced in decades. Many are predic…

19/09/2019

Oh No!😕
https://www.thelocal.fr/20190919/burglars-steal-2million-booty-from-frances-mini-versailles-castle

UPDATED: A group of criminals tied up the owners of France’s famous Chateau Vaux-le-Vicomte near Paris on Wednesday night before robbing them of €2 million worth of valuables.

25/06/2019

What is your favorite thing to do while in Paris? I admit that I am obsessed with churches, cafes & chandeliers 😁!
Each of these has it's own grace and complexities.
I'd love to know what "your thing" is in the comments or DM if you'd like!