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  • Accessibility

    Find Accessibility Obstacles in Paris with Phone Apps

    by Colleen's Paris November 4, 2013
    by Colleen's Paris November 4, 2013

    For those who are pregnant, elderly or have limited mobility Jaccede.com (literally “I access”) has launched an iTunes application, “Jaccede mobile”. In fact, you do not have to be any of …

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  • Transportation

    How Can I Find a Paris Taxi?

    by Colleen's Paris October 8, 2013
    by Colleen's Paris October 8, 2013

    To find a taxi in the city of Paris, go to the Taxi stand with the blue sign. Once in a while you can flag down a cab. Reserve a …

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  • Events and Trade ShowsHistory

    History of Journées Européennes du Patrimoine

    by Colleen's Paris August 30, 2013
    by Colleen's Paris August 30, 2013

    Jack Lang decided in 1984 to open the doors of French public buildings to the public. 50 countries in Europe now do the same, annually the third week in September. …

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  • Food, Drink & Health

    Paris Sparkling Water

    by Colleen's Paris August 22, 2013
    by Colleen's Paris August 22, 2013

    Choose if you want sparkling water out of some Paris fountains or regular water. These special fountains are located in Reuilly Gardens (12th arrondissement), Eau de Paris (19 rue Neuve-Tobliac …

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  • Communications

    Photography in Paris

    by Colleen's Paris August 1, 2013
    by Colleen's Paris August 1, 2013

    Paris Ganesh Festival is held every September. Parade begins and ends at Temple Ganesh 10th arrondissement How do you take a good photo of Paris? I take photos in Paris …

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  • Transportation

    Paris Transport Tickets, Maps And Definitions

    by Colleen's Paris April 19, 2013
    by Colleen's Paris April 19, 2013

    Anyone who traveled to Paris a few years ago and stayed for a week or a month was able to buy a “Carte Orange” travel pass. Le passe Navigo is …

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  • HistoryMuseum exhibitionsPhotography-Art

    Treasures in a Mexican Suitcase-Capa, Taro, Chim

    by Colleen's Paris April 16, 2013
    by Colleen's Paris April 16, 2013

    An acquaintance mentioned to me the name of an exhibit she had seen and liked: “La Valise mexicaine, Capa, Taro, Chim-Les négatifs retrouvés de la guerre civile espagnole” . The mysterious …

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  • Chocolate, Sweets & BakeriesFood, Drink & Health

    Best Croissants in Paris-Figaroscope’s Ranking

    by Colleen's Paris January 21, 2013
    by Colleen's Paris January 21, 2013

    When travelers arrive hungry in Paris, isn’t the croissant one of the visitor’s first thoughts? How do you choose a croissant? What’s the criteria. Have you ever seen one made …

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  • Chocolate, Sweets & BakeriesFood, Drink & Health

    Paris Hot Chocolate Tastings

    by Colleen's Paris January 2, 2013
    by Colleen's Paris January 2, 2013

    The quest is on to find those hot chocolate nooks – not the chain or the ones found in every Paris guide book. This list contains the names and information …

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