Over the Christmas break we stayed in Paris at an apartment owned by a family from State College, PA. The trip from London to Paris took 2 hrs and 45 minutes on the Eurostar "Chunnel" train. We were in the tunnel exactly 22 minutes.
The Trocadero is right across the river from the Eiffel tower. We had lunch at a little Brasserie on our first full day (Dec 27th). There were Smart cars were everywhere! Alyssa decided to keep a tally and upon departure she had counted over 50!
It was quite a bit colder in Paris than it was back in Cambridge. We were bundled up at all times. We went to the top of the Eiffel Tower and saw Paris lit up in the evening. We explored Notre Dame, Sacre Couer, Montparnasse, and the Louvre. The kids saw the Champs Elysee and we explained the route the Tour de France rides when they were in Paris. :)
I have been asked a few times since returning how we were treated in France. We were treated exceptionally well everywhere... in the tourist places, off the beaten path, with or without the kids. Everyone was very nice to us.
The Trocadero is right across the river from the Eiffel tower. We had lunch at a little Brasserie on our first full day (Dec 27th). There were Smart cars were everywhere! Alyssa decided to keep a tally and upon departure she had counted over 50!
On Thursdays and Sundays there is a street market right in front of the Apartment. Lots of nice looking produce and many different kinds of birds to eat. We enjoyed walking through the market admiring all the fresh produce, meats, breads, and cheeses. There is such great food available in France! Everything is fresh and easily accessible!
It was quite a bit colder in Paris than it was back in Cambridge. We were bundled up at all times. We went to the top of the Eiffel Tower and saw Paris lit up in the evening. We explored Notre Dame, Sacre Couer, Montparnasse, and the Louvre. The kids saw the Champs Elysee and we explained the route the Tour de France rides when they were in Paris. :)
The appartment that we stayed in had a lovely view from the 11th floor balcony. You could just see the Eiffel tower to the right of the 59-floor Montparnasse tower. 
The Tower was lit with lights that flashed so that it looked like it was sparkling when you looked at it from a distance. It was quite a site!
The Tower was lit with lights that flashed so that it looked like it was sparkling when you looked at it from a distance. It was quite a site!Our trip was a great success and despite all the walking we did, the kids are anxious to return. Since it is so close, I am sure we will go again. Perhaps the next time we go it will be warm and all the "jardins" will be in bloom!
Dale & Cory
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