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Newsletter ENJOY 4-STAR PARIS HOTELS FOR THE PRICE OF A 2-STAR IN AUGUST Fabulous PARIS hotels up to 60 % off ! BOOK NOW PARIS BEACH OR STAR ACADEMY? Bonjour Parismarais readers, Welcome to low season in Paris. You may be able to save a couple of dollars on flights or trains, and you certainly don’t want to miss out on all that is happening in Paris and le Marais in August. This month, you can enjoy hotels stays at up to 60% off, designer shopping at up to 70% off, plus sandy beaches and palm trees instead of cars and scooters on the river Seine motorways. Even the Parisians are happier and smiling more than ever…or at least they are relaxing and not complaining about anything except the lack of foreign visitors this August. The Americans, our number one visitors, are definitely less numerous, thanks to Mr. Bush for keeping the U.S. dollar so low in value. But this year the Russians, British, Italians and the rest of the world are coming here, and Paris remains the most visited city on the planet. Paris Plage (or Paris Beach) opened two weeks ago, and thousands of people are taking pleasure in all the activities on the banks of the Seine. No wonder – it just keeps getting better and better! This year, everyone is enjoying the many concerts and open air fitness systems. Despite what many travel guides say, Paris has plenty to offer in August. (You can trust the real Paris insider guides like Infoparis.com, Parismarais.com, ParlerParis.com, Paris-Update.com, Paris-gay.com, and France Guide.com…these are the good ones, written by Paris residents).
Rue Charlot is already famous for its chic boutiques and beautiful mansions including the one where I live, but now it is going to be THE address in le Marais. Some local residents are complaining that the street will soon be invaded by paparazzi and journalists trying to meet the new stars of French TV. There are sure to be thousands of teenagers and hysterical screaming girls hanging around the area, trying to track down the newest singer who will be top of the pops. This is not my cup of tea, so between “Paris bitches” and “Paris beaches” I will definitely choose the latter! You can discover more about rue Charlot, rue de Poitou and rue de Bretagne by checking out our page dedicated to what some call “le haut Marais.”
There is so much to discover in le Marais…so instead of watching TV, get out and check out all we have to offer. Here are some ideas:
P.S. Another word to be bitchy myself: boycott the Olympics in China, and come to France instead. Here it is a national sport to be bitchy and complain, no need to wait for Beijing results. France will be winning the gold medal in at least three sports: bitching, protesting and loving… c’est la vie, c’est la France, but we’re proud of it! HOTEL DEALS IN SUMMERTIME The high value of the euro may not be helping the tourist industry in the Eurozone, and that’s why many hotels, rental companies and private owners in le Marais are offering great deals you won’t believe. Here is our selection: Villa Mazarin ****
Le Bourg Tibourg **** Hotel Duo ****
Hotel Molay *** Hotel des Archives *** New Hotel des Chevaliers *** http://www.parismarais.com/3-star-hotels-in-le-marais-paris.htm
FAVORITE RESTAURANTS WITH A TERRACE Do you love opera and air conditioned restaurants? Enjoy the first floor terrace with a view on the river Seine…and discover their new restaurant in London. Eat Out(side) at le Bel Canto
Bel Canto is located along the Seine near the Hotel de Ville, with two-level dining areas decorated with ochre walls and diffused lighting, as well as a beautiful terrace overlooking Notre Dame and the Ile Saint Louis. It is the perfect place for a special evening with small or large groups. Dinner with performance is only 75€.
72, quai de l’Hôtel de Ville, 75004 Paris BEST LOCATION APARTMENT RENTALS THIS SUMMER Looking for somewhere unique to stay for your next holiday? Parismarais selects only the best of the best apartments in each category. You can rest assured that when you rent a flat with the owners and companies we select, you’ll be welcomed like a friend, benefit from great service and enjoy exceptional accommodations.
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Gelati d'Alberto REFRESH UNDER THE SHOWER Raidd Bar is unique for its style, ambiance and crowd. Each day, from 5 p.m. on, it is the most friendly open air terrace you'll find in le Marais, with all drinks at happy hour prices. How about treating yourself to a glass of champagne...and getting a second glass for free! The bartenders are probably the sexiest in Paris -- they have dream bodies and great attitudes...a winning combination! Starting at 11 p.m. there is lots of action, including shows under the shower -- everyone is welcome to watch and dream. You can even bring your girlfriends if they dare to pass through the doors. Downstairs in the lounge bar the atmosphere is more cosy with its red velvet decor and comfy sofas, the perfect place to chat with your special man. In all of Paris, there is truly nothing quite like Raidd. Happy-hour on all drinks, even champagne, from 5 to 9 p.m Raidd Bar 5 SLANG WORDS YOU MUST LEARN TO BE BITCHY AT THE BEACH “Tu t’étales!” – You are taking too much room on my sand! “La blondasse” – Blonde version of the brainless girl “La morue” – The cod fish (i.e. it stinks) and is used for old prostitutes or girls who have a bad vocabulary and speak like fish sellers in the market. “Le thon” – The tuna fish, used for a boy who is ugly and has no taste for dressing “Tu as vu le boudin?” – Have you seen this sausage?” Boys talking about an overweight girl. Learn French with one word per day. Discover this great daily blog: DISCOVER EUROPE WITH PARISMARAIS.COM BERLIN: FREE, CHEAP AND WORTH A VISIT
Berlin is a city dedicated to freedom, just like Paris. Not so chic, not so fancy, but worth visiting after you’ve visited Paris.
Delicious fresh blackberries from the open air market in Schoneberg area: 1.20€ Berlin is certainly cheap…but it’s not Paris. And it is probably the only city in the world where you’ll see people sunbathing nude in the parks – this is completely normal there. You would not imagine this in Paris or New York, although London has a men’s pound in Hampstead Heath where naked swimming is permitted…
A good friend was telling me with a big smile: “You see, the difference between Paris and Berlin is that in Paris you have policemen in the parks to make sure prostitutes do not work there or harass the people resting in the park. In Berlin we have policemen in the parks to make sure the prostitutes are not disturbed and can do their job in peace J….” Surprising how far the concept of liberty can go… WHAT’S UP NEXT IN LE MARAIS? Our newsletter is available in English, only once a month, but we have so much to tell you it just keeps getting longer and longer! You don’t have to wait for the next one to check out what’s new in le Marais. Almost every day we’ll add a new report or article about le Marais and Paris, plus many tips about real estate, travel and entertainment. These articles will be available in English, French, Italian, Dutch, German, Swedish, Danish, Spanish and Russian. We are building strong relationships with many international media agencies to promote le Marais and we’ll publish some of their articles in our blog. If you want to write about le Marais, send us your comments about hotels, restaurants, shops and more in Paris. If we publish it, we’ll be happy to add you to our list of contributors and writers. http://www.parismarais.fr/blog Don't Miss PARISMARAIS NEWSLETTER AND SPECIAL OFFERS AOL blocks many major European ISPs, so we cannot guarantee that our mail to AOL addresses will arrive. Please use another email provider or "White List" our email address or add "info@parismarais.com" and to your contact list. Parismarais Newsletter, August 2008 issue To Subscribe: To Cancel
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There is something really special happening just down the street from me on rue Charlot. The number one French TV program, Star Academy, is setting up its offices and new filming location in a beautiful hotel particulier at 12 rue Charlot, right beside one of my favorite restaurants, F & B. This is definitely a scoop – as THE specialist on le Marais, I received many calls from journalists who wanted to find out more about the new location of France’s favorite TV program. I was quite honored to be considered “Mister Marais,” as they all expected me to tell them everything. But of course, I would not…
Here are prices on everyday items we noticed in Berlin, worth comparing when traveling to the city:
