About Secrets of Paris

American-born travel journalist and guidebook author Heather Stimmler-Hall created the Secrets of Paris in 1999 to share the hidden side of the City of Light. Discover what you've been missing:

* Private Customized Tours
* Free Paris Resource Guide
* Calendar of interesting Paris events
* Opinionated Hotel Reviews
* Monthly Secrets of Paris newsletter

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Calendar of Paris Events

August 28-October  10
Carnival continues for the fall in the Bois de Boulogne for the annual Fête au Bois, at Porte de la Muette (16th, metro Rue de la Pompe or bus 63). See the big ferris wheel and all the traditional carnival rides.

August 28-September 5
The 9th annual Festival Silhouette features German short films this year, free open-air screenings at the Parc des Buttes-Chaumont, Cenquatre, and the Gethe Institute.

August 21-September 12
Attention garden lovers, come vote for your favorite dahlia at the Parc Floral (Bois de Vincennes) through September 12. The 22nd annual International Dahlia Competition includes 72 hybrids from France, Holland, Russia, Germany and Latvia.

Wednesdays through September 15
For the summer and early fall, the Sainte Chapelle is open late every Wednesday night from 6pm-9:30pm (last entry at 9pm)...

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Heather's Lady's Guide to the Sexy City

Thursday
Sep022010

Afternoon at La Galerie du George V Four Seasons

The George V Four Seasons is well-known for its Michelin-starred restaurant Le Cinq. But for those of us who look for more affordable places to treat ourselves, La Galerie is the place to go.

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Tuesday
Aug312010

Louvre Saxophonist

I was walking through the Passage Richelieu at the Louvre earlier this month, between the I.M. Pei Pyramid and the Place du Palais Royal, and had to stop and listen to this street musician for a moment. Makes a nice change from accordion players mangling La Vie en Rose.

Friday
Aug272010

How to Survive Disneyland Paris, Part 2

Part 2 of this Disneyland Paris survival guide includes tips on using the FastPass, eating at Disneyland, and some seasonal information. And more Disney pics, of course!

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Thursday
Aug262010

French Swim Team Celebrates 23 Medals

The French National Swim Team not only didn't embarass their country like that other sports team, they actually kicked some European butt at the European Swimming Championships last week...

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Tuesday
Aug242010

How to Survive Disneyland Paris, Part 1

Some insider tips and tricks to making the most out of your trip to Disneyland Paris...from a real Disney fan! The first part includes where to get discount tickets (for locals), what to pack, the best way to get there, and the Disney Animal Care Center for your pets.

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