Travel: Where We Stayed in Paris

We spent a week in France recently, and, of course, had the greatest time. The week was short, yes, but we maximized our time, and enjoyed every gosh darn minute. I’m already eager to back – no surprise there! I will share a few more photos and details of our itinerary in the coming days and weeks, but I thought I would start by sharing some information about where we stayed

We started our vacation in Paris. We spent three nights in the city. Normally, I would stay in the 6th arrondissement (Saint Germain des Prés), but for this trip, I thought a more suitable option would be somewhere in one of the more bustling parts of the city. I landed on a luxe apartment near the Champs Elysées and l’Arc de Triomphe.

note: the tv is in the mirror!
we all loved the joystick faucet control; a two-burner stove top is at the left, and the fridge is behind the middle cupboard
we all loved the sleek light switches and plugs

The apartment is in a secure building with an elevator, and it has all the conveniences needed for short- and long-term stays (e.g., fully functional and equipped kitchen, laundry facilities). When I made the booking with Pick-a-Flat, I was also able to book an airport shuttle. Communication with the company was clear from beginning to end.

I booked this one bedroom apartment on Pick a Flat, and the company has so many incredible apartments for short- and long-term stays. On a future trip, this will definitely be a top site to consult. Apartment sizes and prices vary. Here are a few others I’d love to stay in.

Design: Gorgeous Parisian Spaces

I’m definitely getting back my travel bug in 2019. Since I was consumed with work/MBA/book writing/renovations for the last few years, traveling wasn’t a top priority (but, yes, it is always a priority). But in 2019, I making travel a top priority. And I’m beyond excited and grateful for what’s to come. I’ll be heading to Paris in the new year, which makes me very happy as it’s one of my most favourite cities and it’s been five years since I was last there, so I’m excited to be back.

The last time I was there, I shared this apartment with two friends. It was perfect. Since that place is too big for this trip, I get to do hotel/apartment research! Who else thinks that travel planning is almost as much fun as the actual trip? I do! I’ve been scouring many hotels and AirBnB spaces, and, oh my goodness, there is so much beautiful design out there in the world! Just when I think I have found the most interesting space, I come across another one. And another. And another one after that. It’s great! And today I’m sharing some of my finds.

Living Areas:

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Bathrooms:

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La Maison Champs Elysées

Hotel Plaza Athénée

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Bedrooms:

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Les Bains

Ritz Paris

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Gorgeous, right? These are on the pricier side of places to stay, so I may do a round up of gorgeous spaces at more affordable price points, too, if you’re interested.