Best value in Paris
Jul 29th, 2006, 02:56 AM
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Not going to repeat the great advice you've already had from OPs. One advantage of an apartment is that you can save by preparing own breakfasts, sandwiches, midnight snacks, et.c also by buying drinks in large bottles and decanting into small ones for use during the day, so you save your precious euros for sightseeing, evening meals, a better apartment.
You should find some great deals for December and you won't need A/C!
You should find some great deals for December and you won't need A/C!
Jul 29th, 2006, 04:11 AM
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For a short stay, first time, honeymoon, I would not suggest an apartment. There can be just too many "surprises". A concierge--or even a desk clerk--can be a comfort when needing directions, advice, help.
I suggest you look at the Hotel Muguet. It may have increased in price a bit but might be in your price range.
Definitely leave Athens out, and it's a good call about London. The latter can be very expensive. Paris is/can be the bargain destination of western Europe.
I suggest you look at the Hotel Muguet. It may have increased in price a bit but might be in your price range.
Definitely leave Athens out, and it's a good call about London. The latter can be very expensive. Paris is/can be the bargain destination of western Europe.
Jul 29th, 2006, 06:22 AM
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Hi. As much as I love staying in one town a week at a time, I might as well be the one who reminds you that you could indeed have a wonderful honeymoon and stay in three places, just not Athens.
Look into the possibility of a night train from Venice to Paris. You could do a six day visit to Rome/Venice, night train to Paris and still have four nights there. For your first European trip, there is absolutely nothing wrong with hitting the highlights. You'll come back again and again. Read the current thread that mentions 2 1/2 weeks of preparation in its title. It's inspiring. J.
p.s. Folks, I'm not trying to start an argument here, but reading NorCalif's thread reminded me of how wonderful a sampler trip can be for a first-timer.
Look into the possibility of a night train from Venice to Paris. You could do a six day visit to Rome/Venice, night train to Paris and still have four nights there. For your first European trip, there is absolutely nothing wrong with hitting the highlights. You'll come back again and again. Read the current thread that mentions 2 1/2 weeks of preparation in its title. It's inspiring. J.
p.s. Folks, I'm not trying to start an argument here, but reading NorCalif's thread reminded me of how wonderful a sampler trip can be for a first-timer.
Jul 29th, 2006, 12:37 PM
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I think a well-researched trip on this board easily trumps the benefits of a concierge. I usually know more and better transportation options than my hotel concierge who usually just wants to call me a cab and I *always* have a wider and better range of dining options from doing research here and at chowhound.
Four nights in an apartment isn't a short stay and I do it all the time -- four nights in a mediocre hotel room can feel very long, esp. on a honeymoon when I think most people would like to expect more than just a clean room. Check out some well-reviewed apartments and see what you think.
I loved Paris in the winter, it was incredibly beautiful and not too crowded, very romantic. Bring a good coat and a pair of boots and have a great time, whatever you decide!
Four nights in an apartment isn't a short stay and I do it all the time -- four nights in a mediocre hotel room can feel very long, esp. on a honeymoon when I think most people would like to expect more than just a clean room. Check out some well-reviewed apartments and see what you think.
I loved Paris in the winter, it was incredibly beautiful and not too crowded, very romantic. Bring a good coat and a pair of boots and have a great time, whatever you decide!
