T There’s nothing like taking a trip away from home, whether it’s to explore new places or find some rest and relaxation from the daily grind. I firmly believe that, if you have the chance to travel, you should embrace every opportunity that comes along. Not only is it good for recharging your batteries, but there is so much to learn about different cultures. Being a designer, wherever I go I’m always checking out what’s going on in the design world, and taking in the moment with snapshots of architecture and interior design inspiration. A couple
I loved everything about the “City of Light,” Paris—the history, the food, the wine, and the Parisian lifestyle. The architecture of this old city is pure eye candy to this designer. I found so many inspiring exteriors and interiors, from restaurants to shops to hotels. Great design is everywhere, as it should be in this fashion capital. Arriving in Paris, we chose to stay at a small boutique hotel, but there are so many choices in accommodations: small hotels, B&Bs, larger chain hotels, hostels, and home stays like Airbnb. It all comes down to budget and preferences. Look for a place that’s reasonably close to some main attractions; in our case, we chose a neighbourhood that was close to the Eiffel Tower.
We wasted no time walking through the Champ de Mars, which leads right up to the main attraction in Paris, the Eiffel Tower. I was very surprised at the tower’s sheer size. I don’t think pictures do it justice, as the base of the tower is massive. We arrived just in time for sunset, and as darkness fell, the tower lit up with a sparkling light show. You can buy tickets to enter the building, or even grab a bite at the restaurant in the top of the tower, but be prepared for huge line-ups and throngs of people. One thing I highly recommend is taking the Hop-On Hop-Off Bus. It seems cliché to do it, but it’s a nice way to get a general layout of the city. Taking the bus, and staying on through its entire route, will give you an overview
of years ago, I was lucky enough to travel to France. This was my first time visiting France and was definitely a bucket-list trip.
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