Need Suggestions for Paris Trip Apr 26 - May 10th
Jan 30th, 2023, 02:12 PM
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There is nothing unusual about those terms whatsoever, lots of apt rental agencies have such terms. I'm not sure what you expect, they say if you don't like the new one, you can get a refund. No agency can guarantee you an apt will absolutely be avilable, what if it has a fire just before?
As for the upgrade cost, that isn't unusual either, you are given the choice to cancel. Parisperfect, for example, has the exact same terms, if they cancel, they'll try to find you something and you have to pay more if it is an upgrade. If you don't want to, you get a refund. Some agencies just don't specify what happens if it is an upgrade, but that doesn't mean you get it for the same price.
If you only want an agency that specifies you get the upgrade free, you may have a long search but can do that. I would worry more about reviews of the agency and if there are a lot of cancellations for no reason.
I think Guestapartmentservices specifies you wno't pay any upgrade fee if necessary, they are the only one I know that does. I don't know if they rent legal apts or not.
Cobblestone cited above has the exact same terms, they will try to find you a new one but are not responsible for any increased costs if it costs more.
As for the upgrade cost, that isn't unusual either, you are given the choice to cancel. Parisperfect, for example, has the exact same terms, if they cancel, they'll try to find you something and you have to pay more if it is an upgrade. If you don't want to, you get a refund. Some agencies just don't specify what happens if it is an upgrade, but that doesn't mean you get it for the same price.
If you only want an agency that specifies you get the upgrade free, you may have a long search but can do that. I would worry more about reviews of the agency and if there are a lot of cancellations for no reason.
I think Guestapartmentservices specifies you wno't pay any upgrade fee if necessary, they are the only one I know that does. I don't know if they rent legal apts or not.
Cobblestone cited above has the exact same terms, they will try to find you a new one but are not responsible for any increased costs if it costs more.
Christina Good to know that this is across the board type policy. I was more concerned if the price doubled and then where would we go? You certainly don't want to be without a room in Paris. Maybe I'm over thinking the whole thing - just sounded so scary to me. My husband did read the Paris Perfect Cancellation Policy (we found a 2-bedroom unit on their website as well). He basically said the same thing that you did. We are new to the apartment rentals in Paris - just navigating our way through. Thank you for your input.
Jan 30th, 2023, 07:57 PM
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Seamus, Good to know - learning about apartment rentals. We will call them tomorrow.
BTW - loved your trip report. What a cool thing to do!!! Thank you for the input.
Cherie
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Feb 1st, 2023, 07:52 PM
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I'm doing the Happy Dance today. We have been corresponding to Paris Perfect over the last couple of days via email. Today, after speaking with them (there is a phone for North America EST), we secured an apartment rental in the 7th arrondissement! They were very helpful, answered all our questions and concerns and walked us through the booking/payment process. We needed a breakdown in cost before proceeding making sure there were no surprises. I'm so glad this part of the trip planning is done. Once the date gets closer we can either use their driver to make arrangements (if available) for pick up at the airport as well as a return trip to the airport. We will definitely love the freedom of more room in an apartment. I'm truly excited.
Next time we will explore more apartment rental options.
Next time we will explore more apartment rental options.
Feb 3rd, 2023, 11:27 PM
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I am not clear on exactly what protections these contracts, written in English, ultimately provide to the renter. French courts only recognize contracts written in French.
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sarastro -
Paris Perfect is a well established and legitimate agency, and all their rental properties are licensed. They do tend to be more expensive than a lot of other agencies but get pretty much uniformly good reviews.
cherie - using their airport transfer service will usually cost more than a taxi (just under 60 euros) but sometimes makes arrival easier as the driver may have the keys for you.
Paris Perfect is a well established and legitimate agency, and all their rental properties are licensed. They do tend to be more expensive than a lot of other agencies but get pretty much uniformly good reviews.
cherie - using their airport transfer service will usually cost more than a taxi (just under 60 euros) but sometimes makes arrival easier as the driver may have the keys for you.
Feb 27th, 2023, 03:56 PM
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I'm late weighing in on Haven In but for anyone else considering them - we used them and had zero issues. We had to postpone our trip due to COVID a few times and they were very helpful in rescheduling our trip with no loss of deposit. We'll be using them again during a week stay in November. I have stayed in only one property - St. Germaine Secret - greeter/owner was very friendly and offered great advice on restaurants.
Apr 17th, 2023, 01:45 PM
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I'm late weighing in on Haven In but for anyone else considering them - we used them and had zero issues. We had to postpone our trip due to COVID a few times and they were very helpful in rescheduling our trip with no loss of deposit. We'll be using them again during a week stay in November. I have stayed in only one property - St. Germaine Secret - greeter/owner was very friendly and offered great advice on restaurants.
Apr 17th, 2023, 02:16 PM
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Hello Everyone!
Thank you to everyone for all the wonderful advice and suggestions. We will be using them.. Please forgive my long delay, I have recently been sick with Vertigo and hearing loss in my left ear. I have seen numerous health care professionals (PA, Audiologist, Allergist, ENT Surgeon, Vestibular PT, etc.). If anyone has had an inner ear issues, you will know how difficult this is. I have been told it is residual from covid. The plane ride (cabin pressure on decent) is what I'm concerned about. The doctors seem to think I'm ok to travel.
This trip was a Christmas and birthday trip for our adult son (who will, of course, be with us).
The issue is I have spent so much time taking care of me that I don't have any tours planned. PLEASE - does anyone have any suggestions for small tour groups or private tour groups??? Hopefully, at this late date that I will be able to find small or private tour groups. I'm finding it is very difficult with hearing issues to be in large crowds/groups with the noise level. Thank you Seamus for Michael Osman's information! We have contacted Michael Osman are waiting to heard back. I saw on another thread about a small tour group (had good reviews) but when the computer crashed I lost the information!
Thank you.
Cherie
Thank you to everyone for all the wonderful advice and suggestions. We will be using them.. Please forgive my long delay, I have recently been sick with Vertigo and hearing loss in my left ear. I have seen numerous health care professionals (PA, Audiologist, Allergist, ENT Surgeon, Vestibular PT, etc.). If anyone has had an inner ear issues, you will know how difficult this is. I have been told it is residual from covid. The plane ride (cabin pressure on decent) is what I'm concerned about. The doctors seem to think I'm ok to travel.
This trip was a Christmas and birthday trip for our adult son (who will, of course, be with us).
The issue is I have spent so much time taking care of me that I don't have any tours planned. PLEASE - does anyone have any suggestions for small tour groups or private tour groups??? Hopefully, at this late date that I will be able to find small or private tour groups. I'm finding it is very difficult with hearing issues to be in large crowds/groups with the noise level. Thank you Seamus for Michael Osman's information! We have contacted Michael Osman are waiting to heard back. I saw on another thread about a small tour group (had good reviews) but when the computer crashed I lost the information!
Thank you.
Cherie
Apr 19th, 2023, 02:19 AM
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Instead of touring the Palais Garnier I always suggest to go and see an opera or ballet there! You can queue up on the day for last minute tickets, which are 10 euros, meaning you get to see most of what you would see on the tour, plus a 2hr+ show, for less than the price of the tour. The box office staff all speak English (and many other languages) and can help you choose the best available seats.
The queue for the box office is in the same place as the entrance for tours, on Rue Scribe, just follow the signs saying "billeterie" or ask the security guards. Arrive when the doors open (10am) and you'll have tickets in hand by 10:30am. While you're here, Ariodante by Handel is playing at the Garnier and La Boheme by Puccini at the Bastille (I'd personally choose the latter; while modern, the Bastille is also a beautiful and impressive building). You can see the full performance schedule at operadeparis.fr.
The queue for the box office is in the same place as the entrance for tours, on Rue Scribe, just follow the signs saying "billeterie" or ask the security guards. Arrive when the doors open (10am) and you'll have tickets in hand by 10:30am. While you're here, Ariodante by Handel is playing at the Garnier and La Boheme by Puccini at the Bastille (I'd personally choose the latter; while modern, the Bastille is also a beautiful and impressive building). You can see the full performance schedule at operadeparis.fr.
Apr 19th, 2023, 04:10 PM
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cherie,
I would prioritize Monet’s Giverny over Versailles any day!
We love l’Orangerie.
For apartment rentals, go to Paris Perfect. Honest, excellent service. Good locations. (and in London, London Perfect.)
I would prioritize Monet’s Giverny over Versailles any day!
We love l’Orangerie.
For apartment rentals, go to Paris Perfect. Honest, excellent service. Good locations. (and in London, London Perfect.)
Apr 19th, 2023, 10:58 PM
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Instead of touring the Palais Garnier I always suggest to go and see an opera or ballet there! You can queue up on the day for last minute tickets, which are 10 euros, meaning you get to see most of what you would see on the tour, plus a 2hr+ show, for less than the price of the tour. The box office staff all speak English (and many other languages) and can help you choose the best available seats.
The queue for the box office is in the same place as the entrance for tours, on Rue Scribe, just follow the signs saying "billeterie" or ask the security guards. Arrive when the doors open (10am) and you'll have tickets in hand by 10:30am. While you're here, Ariodante by Handel is playing at the Garnier and La Boheme by Puccini at the Bastille (I'd personally choose the latter; while modern, the Bastille is also a beautiful and impressive building). You can see the full performance schedule at operadeparis.fr.
The queue for the box office is in the same place as the entrance for tours, on Rue Scribe, just follow the signs saying "billeterie" or ask the security guards. Arrive when the doors open (10am) and you'll have tickets in hand by 10:30am. While you're here, Ariodante by Handel is playing at the Garnier and La Boheme by Puccini at the Bastille (I'd personally choose the latter; while modern, the Bastille is also a beautiful and impressive building). You can see the full performance schedule at operadeparis.fr.
Thank you for the suggestion. What a great idea!
Cherie
Apr 19th, 2023, 11:01 PM
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Thank you. We actuallty have a Paris Perfect rental. Any suggestions for small Tour groups? l'Orangerie is on our list and Monet's Giverny.
Cherie
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