See what the experts are saying about Elancourt. Get expert advice on how to get there what to see and more.
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Tips for women travelers
Women in Paris face some additional safety concerns, but less so than in most of the rest of the world. The usual precautions are advised -- that is, to stick to secure hotels in the major tourist districts and avoid late-night walks along th... Continue reading »
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Suggested itineraries
For visitors on the run, who are forced by their schedules to see Paris in anywhere from 1 to 3 days, we've devised a trio of self-guided tours, written as three 1-day itineraries. With these ready-made itineraries, you can have a complete, u... Continue reading »
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In one day
Since time is wasting, arise early and begin your day with some live "theater" by walking the streets around your hotel -- Right Bank or Left Bank, it doesn't matter at this point. This walk can acclimate you to the sights, sounds, and smells... Continue reading »
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In two days
If you've already made your way through the "In 1 Day" tour, you'll find that your second full-day tour takes in other fascinating sections of Paris, including Ile St-Louis (the most beautiful island in the Seine) and Montmartre, (the hill cr... Continue reading »
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In three days
Having survived 2 days in the capital of France, you are by now a veteran Parisian. Now it's time to "Hit the Road, Jack" (or Jill) and head for the single most glorious monument to pomp and pomposity that France ever erected to royal pretens... Continue reading »
Elancourt Travel Experiences
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The 2nd Day: Versailles Style
Aaah Versailles! How I wish I had been French royalty! We woke up early today, 8 o clock. The bed was the first comfy bed I've had in a... Continue reading »
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Le squateur!
N'ayant pas de cours aujourd'hui et aussi car je m'accorde une petite pause dans la lecture d'un livre aussi épais que plate pour l'école... Continue reading »
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Lifestyles of the Fabulous French
We were fortunate because our Hotel was a 5 minute walk from a combo Paris subway/commuter train station. So, we hopped on a commuter tr... Continue reading »
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Day 11: Versailles
We were off bright and early to go to Versailles, the palace that many of those Louis's ruled from, and of course, Marie Antoinette. ... Continue reading »
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The Grand Palace of Versaille
Bern and I managed to wake up a little earlier so that we could catch the train out to Versaille. We went to st. Lazare station and caug... Continue reading »
