A Taste of French Culture in Paris this Holiday Season
The best French plays, musicals and other excellent shows you can see in English over the festive season in Paris!
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Romancing in Paris and Beyond
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The Best Romantic Places in Paris
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Cool Paris Date Nights!
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MODERN ROMANTIC TRAVEL IDEAS
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Who is Lily la Tigresse?
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Lily's Sassy Romance Books
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DATING IN PARIS
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Lily la Tigresse on Breakfast Television
Tips on How to Plan a Romantic Trip!
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NEW! Romantic Paris Series
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Modern Romancing in Paris
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Romantic City Guides
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Paris’ Henri Cartier-Bresson Photography Venue Moves to Meet Tourists
Photography fans can now enjoy the excellent photo exhibits of the Fondation Henri Cartier-Bresson in a more convenient location in the Marais (for Frommer’s).
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Explore our favorite romantic places and things to do in Italy’s fashion capital shared with our friends at Insidr smartphone rentals.
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Discover the new Beaupassage, a refurbished historic passageway now home to a refined collection of restaurants, cafés and food shops by Paris’ top chefs (for Frommer’s).