13th feb 2016, was the day to remember forever as the travel plans to the most romantic city of the world “Paris” was finalized and we were all set to board my 1st ever flight to Europe.It would sound cliché but Paris was my dream city ever since and this stupor was coming true.The hiatus to be there was worth,as I am firm believer of divine decree.A former cabin crew and not travelled to this part of the world earlier,God had a plan for me and a perfect one.I was to visit my city of dreams for valentines with the love of my life, couldn’t have asked for more.
As travelers we have never made our travel arrangements through agents as we find it too pricey.Thank God for the acumen in Saurabh to spend hours before a trip looking for good flight and hotel deals which saved us a lot of money to expend on our trip later.We took an early morning/late night flight to make the most of our 1st day in Paris, landing at Paris Orly airport we took a shuttle to the city.Tickets to the city shuttle are readily available online or right outside the airport through vending machines.(P.S American express credit cards are not widely accepted across Europe ,so carry the right cards.) We always prefer using public transport over taxis as its better to save on the little we can to fund my shopping errands;)
A fifty minutes of shuttle bus ride with exuberant views of the city we reached our metro stop.As planned we bought a two-day paris metro pass right away because paris is very well-connected by the metro plus tard easy on the pocket.Soon we were walking down the road to our hotels, thanks to google maps navigating is so much easier.A small revelation here ,because of all our walking and use of public transport over taxis I managed to lose some kilo in my Europe trips;sounds nice!!
Day 1 in Paris:
We checked into our hotel room unpacked, showered,dressed-up and in no time were moving for our first Parisian encounter.On the way to the metro station we stopped at a cafe to grab a quick coffee and croissant breakfast.The best thing about these coffee shops infesting the entire city is they have a very European feel to them.The paris metro map handed over to us at the hotel reception was very helpful through our two days in Paris.Thankfully we had made a check on the city weather before leaving for the trip so the umbrellas we got proved very helpful while it showered.First thing first we boarded the metro to catch a glimpse of the “Eiffel Tower”, one of the most iconic structures of the world.We got down at Tour Eiffel metro station and there was a small walk before we could witness the tower.In my small walk to the tower I was so caught up by the small souvenir shops that i didn’t realise when the structure was right in front of me.
There were tears in my eyes, as I held onto saurabh’s hand ,for i was living my dream.Life had been kind!! Soon the photographer in us surfaced and we were clicking pictures like fanatics at every possible place in every possible angle and pose.The lift up the tower offering a panoramic view of the city was not going to the top that day so we decided to skip the long queues in the biting cold.There was a maddening number of people selling roses because of valentines making the place more crowded.We made our way to the main boulevard and took a small fancy rickshaw ride (unlike the rickshaw rides in india,though)to the most happening street of Paris” Champs Elysee”.The truly chic upmarket locality left me drooling over every high-end designer store ,the Gucci’s, prada’s,LV’s!!.The people clad in fashionable attire was a fashion lovers treat.After our walk to the Arc de Triomphe, some pictures, little shopping at Sisley paris and Zara we parked ourselves at a cafe flooded with the locals enjoying coffee and snacks after all the shopping.As we are a die-hard fan of south indian food our dinner paradise was Sarvana bhawan in Paris Nord.An indian waiter at the cafe helped us with the metro route to Paris Nord metro station.Its advisable to be careful of all belongings and pickpockets while in metro because they tend to be crowded.The sumptuous dinner of masala dosa , south indian thali , lassi left us full and we called it an early day returning to the hotel exhausted.
DAY 2 IN PARIS:
It was an early start of the day for the Louvre museum as we had heard about long queues for entrance to the coveted museum.To our disappointment it was already crowded by the time we made it to the Louvre and our early morning effort went in vain.The instant idea of skipping the long queue in the bone freezing cold moving at snail’s pace struck both our minds as we didn’t want to spend valentines in Paris waiting to enter the museum.After our mandatory photo session we took the metro to Jardin de Luxembourg,meaning garden of luxembourg.I was amazed to see despite the chillweather and couple of showers people were all over the park eating ,walking,exercising,maybe it was their idea of valentines.The center of the park overlooked a small pond with swans and remote operated toy boats over the greenish water which was very pleasing to the eyes.The leafless trees in the park would have looked pretty with cherry blossom had been one of the spring days .The cold and showers did not deter us from exploring more and more of the city and we took the metro to our next stop the Notre Dame Cathedral.A monument to marvel at the true essence of French architecture.The aura in the cathedral instilled in me a unique serene peace.We offered our prayers , thanked god for our blessings captured the architectural beauty of the cathedral in our phone and left.Wandering alongside river Seine looking for a place to have lunch we settled in a restaurant overlooking the small shops near the cathedral and feasted on crepe fromage and glasses of vin chaud.We shared a crepe Chantilly for dessert.How can one miss on to the glass of mulled wine while at a winter trip to paris.We continued our walk along the river eves dropping to some electronic music across the street.Almost running past the traffic we found the place where the music came from,it was a festival campaign for some sports clothing line.The energy there was magnetic, young boys and girls exchanging passionate kisses made the environment romantic for valentines.It was almost evening and we were fully exhausted after a complete action packed day with long walks.We went back to the hotel, took a nap, hot shower and were ready again to explore the city by night.
It was valentines eve and we had not seen the love lock bridge “Pont des Arts”,hitting the metro taking directions from few locals we made our way to the love lock bridge, though sadly the locks have been removed as sections of fencing on Ponts des arts crumbled under the locks weight which the people had put.Walking hand in hand with the love of my life at the love lock bridge we locked our Parisian valentines memories forever .We always try to capture the iconic monuments of a city in day as well as night , Louvre was near from the bridge so we clicked images of it all lit up.We ended our two-day valentines special trip to paris at the Eifel tower and it never fails to amaze by its beauty weather day or night.Though two days is not enough time in the most romantic city of the world, we were happy to have covered the major spots although we will love to return to get more of this exuberant city until then its au revoir “Paarreee”.
This would be amazing after reading ur blog we would plan this trip
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Thanx a lot meera di for your extended support always love u❤
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Wow wonderfully written.. I feel like going with my loved ones.. Keep it up di, u truly an artist of the words!! Kudos!!
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Thanx a lot doll fir ur kind words much appreciated❤
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Nice usage of vocabulary 😊
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Thanx a ton😊
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awwww bhabhi seems u hav enjoyed a lott with bhai god bless u both bhabhi with more memorable trips n really happy for u guys…😘😘😘😘😘😘
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Thanx a lot sherry for your love and support, do keep reading XOXO❤❤
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awwww…seems u hav enjoyed a lott with bhai god bless u with more memorable trips to write about..really happy for u guys…😘😘😘😘😘😘😘😘
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I hv heard a lot about Paris .. But the way u describe is alluring 👍🏻👍🏻 Keep it up, I would love to read more from u👌🏻
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Thanx a lot n m glad you liked it, for sure with everyone loving n supporting me I wll continue writing😍😍
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Wow Anjali i really liked the way you explained your trip to everyone..so informative and seems so fun for a 2 days trip to paris.. you are my guide if i ever get so lucky like you to go to paris.. lots of love 😙
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Thank u so much your positive comments leave me head high n motivated to write more love u 😘😘
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Very well written Mrs. Sharma.
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Thanx a lot appreciated😊
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Very well written Anjali…The entire trip has been explained so well that it can be a perfect itinerary for 2 days ! #motivationforanothertriptofrance#Beautifullyexpalined#parisitis
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Thanx a lot gurmeet for words of appreciation, truely motivates me to share my Europe travel experiences through my blog🖒😍😘
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What a talent my dear!!
I think that I will change my plans for this summer and go to Paris 😉
Waiting for more posts! Best of Luck Anjali 😚
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Thanx a lot Hafsa, m glad the post influenced to change your mind for an idea of summer vacation.XOXO
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Nice start Anjali…keep it up!!!😃
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Thanx a lot dear for your kind words and wishes❤
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loved the description, amazing work. was feeling like walking around the roads in Paris
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Thanx a lot😊
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Mam I am Akashs colleague, all this time I had seen Paris in movies, and read about Paris in books or Yahoo. You have described Paris so beautifully that I have started my plan to visit. Very well described. Enjoy your Trip and All the very Best. Regards Hirwani.
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I am glad you read it all and liked the description.Looking for more support in future.Like my page travelbubbleblog on Facebook or follow travelbubbleblog on instagram for all updates about my next post.Thanx again!!
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Wowww anjali Di…..it is wonderfully written….n takes to me that place…got goosebumps…always wished to be like u…n u r true gem….keep writing n inspiring us….love u loads
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Thanx a lot shraddha for your wonderful words , n I am floored hearing about the inspiration part.Without you myou dear frnz I can’t step ahead…..do keep reading love u😍
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So beautifully written. Loved the way you described every moment spend there. Ohhhh… I am waiting now when I can see this beautiful city as now I am more determined to visit Paris 😍
Happy writing nd keep us lil travel bugs updated 😊
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Thanx a lot Vinni Di your words of appreciation means a lot , m glad you liked and will be working more extensively to be posting more quality write ups.XoXo
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Luv the way u described keep it up sweetie. .u hv described such a beautiful way It ws vry touchy
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Thanx a lot mona❤ and I do look forward to more words n reading from u 😘😘
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Lovely description of Paris☺😙Feeling like going there myself after reading your blog.nice use of vocabulary..well written dear!!👍😚😚
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Thank u so much finally a comment from u😉and I hope u will continue reading and supporting me as always 🖒🖒
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Lovely description of Paris☺nice use of vocabulary. . Well written dear 👍😚😚
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I lIke it all,due to my busyness i am unable to read it now bt my well wishes are always with u.i’ll read it soon.God bless u.
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Thank u so much fufaji for your blessings and will wait for your comments after you read it , letting me know the areas where I lack and need to improve .Thank u
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