Paris or London
May 27th, 2004, 02:49 PM
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I've only been to both in April and July, so I can't comment on what each city is like in November. However, having already been to both, as you have, I'd do both again in the amount of time you are planning. Why not, since it's just a short train ride between the two.
May 27th, 2004, 02:55 PM
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Paris because it's Paris. I don't need a reason to go to Paris. It's the only city in the world that I like. I love the countryside (and live in a city!).
I love Paris in any month, but November is lovely, soft and gray. It's like those old black and white photographs of Paris in the 1930s. There are still colors in the foliage; the parks are not nearly so crowded; people are busy living their lives; churches have free concerts in beautiful gothic settings; stores are full of the bustle that precedes the holiday season; museums aren't as crowded as in the summer; everyone seems more friendly and the restaurants turn to "winter" food which translates to comfort food.
It is a very peaceful and charming time of year in a stunningly beautiful setting. London may be "fun," but Paris renews your soul.
Is that a good enough reason?
I love Paris in any month, but November is lovely, soft and gray. It's like those old black and white photographs of Paris in the 1930s. There are still colors in the foliage; the parks are not nearly so crowded; people are busy living their lives; churches have free concerts in beautiful gothic settings; stores are full of the bustle that precedes the holiday season; museums aren't as crowded as in the summer; everyone seems more friendly and the restaurants turn to "winter" food which translates to comfort food.
It is a very peaceful and charming time of year in a stunningly beautiful setting. London may be "fun," but Paris renews your soul.
Is that a good enough reason?
May 27th, 2004, 03:14 PM
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Thanks SalB, your reply was great.
I have only been to the two cities while on business but now have an oppertunity to visit and do the R&R thing. I wanted some input from others, and yours was on the mark.
I have only been to the two cities while on business but now have an oppertunity to visit and do the R&R thing. I wanted some input from others, and yours was on the mark.
May 27th, 2004, 03:16 PM
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This time I gotta side with mgmargate. You've been to both places before, you know your own interests better than we ever could, yet you can't decide for yourself which you might prefer in a different season? Come on! Maybe you should stay at home - always.
May 27th, 2004, 06:26 PM
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And he/she STILL hasn't told us anything about what she likes. We're supposed tobe mind readers and explain in detail why one city is better than the other . . .
sheesh - I guess we'll keep getting dribs and drabs of new info until we find out her mother was born in Paris and godfather lives in Highgate . . . . . .
sheesh - I guess we'll keep getting dribs and drabs of new info until we find out her mother was born in Paris and godfather lives in Highgate . . . . . .
Jun 2nd, 2004, 01:32 PM
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PARIS! PARIS! PARIS! The differences in food alone would make that a really easy choice for me. Think about all the wonderful bread, pastries, chocolate, cheese and wine you would be missing out on if you only went to London....
Jun 2nd, 2004, 01:55 PM
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I love both cities, although Paris gets a better rank any time of year. But why are you staying in either one city or another rather than heading out of town a bit. I have been to Scotland, Bath and Oxford in the fall and each were lovely at that time of year, just something to think about as all are easy by train.
Jun 2nd, 2004, 03:13 PM
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A couple of people mentioned that Paris is a prettier city than London. I agree! There are some historical buildings in London but on the whole the brick buildings and homes are not pretty at all.
