Chapter 4
Paris, we “louvre” you! At the onset of our well-deserved two-week break from UCD we jetted off to the lovely City of Lights: Gay Pari!!! Every cliché stereotype was completely dead-on in that magical city. We stayed in a charming hostel in the Latin Quarter (Le Fourcy for any of you who plan on taking a trip). This hostel was unlike any other hostel. “Youth Hostel” was a bit of an understatement as the joint was crawling with , little ones (not the leprechauns you find here) but rather 12 and under kiddos. We were unaffected, however, as the two of us shared our very own boudoir complete with its very own shower…and breakfast (two very uncommon amenities in hostel-living).
Paris
We explored the city and rendezvoused with Kari, who visited Dub town only a week prior. She showed us the same hospitality we showed her and took us to all the non-tourist neighbourhoods where we enjoyed many a crepe and a true ‘taste’ of Parisian lifestyles! Later, after reveling in the majesty of the Eiffel Tower the two of us headed down to the River Seine to enjoy the setting sun, gelato, and the far off melodies of a saxophone. Too bad we were the only non-couple sitting there. That’s the only thing Paris didn’t deliver on—romance. Regardless, we were still very taken by the city. Favorite places, you ask? Hahaha. Well, Montmartre for starters was absolutely adorable complete with bustling cafes and the Sacre Coeur. Drawback? We were badgered by conniving tourist trappers who many a poor soul fell victim to. Watch out for the guys who attempt to tie a string on your finger. It’s not free, in spite of what they say!
Paris
Down the river from the Latin Quarter, in a darling neighbourhood we enjoyed a delectable artichoke tart while sitting elbow-to-elbow amongst friendly French locals!!! The cuisine was divine and so was the experience of eating in a typical French restaurant!
For those on a budget, we recommend the free four-hour walking tour that meets near the fountain near St. Michel. The tour guides are very animated and full of information. Wear comfy shoes! Three days was no where near enough time to spend in one of the most iconic cities in the world. We left already wanting to return and wishing we spoke more French. There’s so much to see and do!
Slan!
Tune in next time for more lasting impressions of our impressions of Dublin!
E and C
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