Paris Perfect -- Second Thoughts about Apt. Choice
Aug 31st, 2009, 01:28 PM
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Joan - I'm glad this thread is continuing. I did send Catherine a request for reservations for September 11. I wanted to take my hosts to dinner that night. I think they will leave me alone in their apartment during part of my "sejour a Paris". I should be getting an answer from her soon. Ifly out on September 9 and back on September 24. I'm sorry that you won't be in Paris at the same time!!!
Aiken-Parker - rue Sedillot is indeed a quiet street. My family and I lived there for 4 years in the 80s while my younger two children were still in great school. I remember those days when G-20 was called Super Dominique and what an education the first time we went grocery shopping. One has to bag their own groceries - we didn't know!!! Your friends will have a good time in the neighborhood and plenty of restaurants to choose from.
Aiken-Parker - rue Sedillot is indeed a quiet street. My family and I lived there for 4 years in the 80s while my younger two children were still in great school. I remember those days when G-20 was called Super Dominique and what an education the first time we went grocery shopping. One has to bag their own groceries - we didn't know!!! Your friends will have a good time in the neighborhood and plenty of restaurants to choose from.
Aug 31st, 2009, 02:12 PM
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Lilia,
Your trip is right around the corner! We had such fun together last December in Paris. I wish you were able to join me this fall.
Aiken-parker has the new Pouilly rented, as you have read. They will have a good time.
The Devignes arrive next Wed. and will be in "our" Cotes du Rhone and the gal who started this thread GraceCo and I have become great friends and she and daughter are now in the Pinot and believe it or not have been upgraded to the Bergerac for last 3 nights....will be living it up!! Grace wants to come back when I am there later so she can join me at the Crillon and the Ritz for some fun!
I will email you before you leave on the 9th...
a bientot...
Joan
Your trip is right around the corner! We had such fun together last December in Paris. I wish you were able to join me this fall.
Aiken-parker has the new Pouilly rented, as you have read. They will have a good time.
The Devignes arrive next Wed. and will be in "our" Cotes du Rhone and the gal who started this thread GraceCo and I have become great friends and she and daughter are now in the Pinot and believe it or not have been upgraded to the Bergerac for last 3 nights....will be living it up!! Grace wants to come back when I am there later so she can join me at the Crillon and the Ritz for some fun!
I will email you before you leave on the 9th...
a bientot...
Joan
Aug 31st, 2009, 06:01 PM
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Joan, Upon flying through the night my friend arrives on the morning of Thurs Sept 3. Actually, she and her staff spoke with Michelle today. They are waiting to hear back at this moment and awaiting advisement on possible earlier entry. I'm told the staff of "PP", have honestly been a true pleasure.
Ahh, Thank you for the tip on Buzzers/door bell system! I shall pass this along in the "folio" details i've gingerly prepared. I am confident their Greeter will no doubt be happy so show them how to enter the code etc.
They will as well inquire about the other members of the Fodor's family on deck
Have made a note regarding Cafe Constant,or Les Cocottes (7:30 PM-ish). And they have the information you'd previously so graciously provided.
framboise_et_rose..Thank you for sharing this tidbit regarding your old neighborhood! How nice to know you have such an intimate familiarity.Truly. Oh my.. i will be certain to tell the duo to be prepared to "bag" their own groceries-Too funny!
For the leisure time they have slated to enjoy, wouldn't wish them to spend it all standing in line awaiting their groceries being bagged! The neighborhood sounds more and more divine.
Joan, do enjoy your rendezvous with GraceCO! Please thank her for initiating this wonderfully informative and friendly conversation.
Cheers!
AP
Ps. thank you for the tinyUrl as well
Ahh, Thank you for the tip on Buzzers/door bell system! I shall pass this along in the "folio" details i've gingerly prepared. I am confident their Greeter will no doubt be happy so show them how to enter the code etc.
They will as well inquire about the other members of the Fodor's family on deck
Have made a note regarding Cafe Constant,or Les Cocottes (7:30 PM-ish). And they have the information you'd previously so graciously provided. framboise_et_rose..Thank you for sharing this tidbit regarding your old neighborhood! How nice to know you have such an intimate familiarity.Truly. Oh my.. i will be certain to tell the duo to be prepared to "bag" their own groceries-Too funny!
For the leisure time they have slated to enjoy, wouldn't wish them to spend it all standing in line awaiting their groceries being bagged! The neighborhood sounds more and more divine.
Joan, do enjoy your rendezvous with GraceCO! Please thank her for initiating this wonderfully informative and friendly conversation.
Cheers!
AP
Ps. thank you for the tinyUrl as well
Sep 1st, 2009, 01:53 AM
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aiken_parker,
I think you mentioned that your friend had often stayed in an 8th arr. hotel and usually dined in the hotel? If I knew which hotel she was used to, I might be better able to help with some local dining suggestions. I know most that are around the area, if they prefer to dine locally.
Sounds good that her apartment may be ready for her when she arrives.
a bientot..
Joan
I think you mentioned that your friend had often stayed in an 8th arr. hotel and usually dined in the hotel? If I knew which hotel she was used to, I might be better able to help with some local dining suggestions. I know most that are around the area, if they prefer to dine locally.
Sounds good that her apartment may be ready for her when she arrives.
a bientot..
Joan
Sep 5th, 2009, 03:16 PM
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hi Joan,
sorry for the delay but am pleased to report that all is exceptionally well. They arrived were granted early access and given a detailed operational tour by a lovely greeter. The staff has been extremely pleasant and attentive of their own accord.
They have already dined at Cafe Constant and were
delighted with wonderful food and service at truly reasonable prices. I know this eve they were at La Fontaine de Mars adjacent to a restaurant Skitch(?) and they have shopped at the G20 and gleefully bagged their own groceries! Taken full advantage of the many boulangeries and found their way to rue claire (sp) and the open market just this AM..Gregory Renard's macarrons wwent home with them in tow.
here is a a pleasant crepe shop
sorry for the delay but am pleased to report that all is exceptionally well. They arrived were granted early access and given a detailed operational tour by a lovely greeter. The staff has been extremely pleasant and attentive of their own accord.
They have already dined at Cafe Constant and were
delighted with wonderful food and service at truly reasonable prices. I know this eve they were at La Fontaine de Mars adjacent to a restaurant Skitch(?) and they have shopped at the G20 and gleefully bagged their own groceries! Taken full advantage of the many boulangeries and found their way to rue claire (sp) and the open market just this AM..Gregory Renard's macarrons wwent home with them in tow.
here is a a pleasant crepe shop
Sep 5th, 2009, 03:54 PM
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PS..Finish that thought..There is a pleasant crepe shop on the block where they popped in to avoid the crowds being they were tired and the owner was/is a very nice woman and she helped them to get acclimated to the metro locations. They did pick up 3 day passes for the metro and as well the blue aand white book you'd suggested.
They adore the flavor and feel of the neighborhood and the proximity to the ET, seine et al. They find it so much nicer that staying in a hotel. Albeit, the hotel Lotti is lovely and the other i can't seem to recall from the tip of my tongue but i know it is situated near to the business centers as opposed to neighborhood in the 8eme. Pouilly has been clean, comfortable, convenient and quiet.. just as described. Amazing what can be done with minimal space. And they have provided some nice welcoming touches nespresso, wine ,biscuits. coffee, tea, milk, water and condiments. Near everything one can possibly ask for in a turnkey alternative.
No doubt they will be back as they are already recommending them to colleagues!
They adore the flavor and feel of the neighborhood and the proximity to the ET, seine et al. They find it so much nicer that staying in a hotel. Albeit, the hotel Lotti is lovely and the other i can't seem to recall from the tip of my tongue but i know it is situated near to the business centers as opposed to neighborhood in the 8eme. Pouilly has been clean, comfortable, convenient and quiet.. just as described. Amazing what can be done with minimal space. And they have provided some nice welcoming touches nespresso, wine ,biscuits. coffee, tea, milk, water and condiments. Near everything one can possibly ask for in a turnkey alternative.
No doubt they will be back as they are already recommending them to colleagues!
Sep 5th, 2009, 06:22 PM
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aiken_parker,
Glad to hear that they arrived safely and were able to get into their apartment early. Yes, the greeters are always very thorough in showing everything and being most helpful. They will be in touch with them regularly, too for any help that they may give them.
Sounds like they are finding their way around. It is pleasand to walk in the Champ de Mars park near the Eiffel Tower and Ecole Militaire and along the Seine..both sides.
They will have no trouble finding places to eat in all price ranges and some great boulangeries and open markets. People in the area are most friendly and helpful.
Other friends have been there, in the Cotes du Rhone apartment. They will be leaving for home tomorrow. They have been sending me a 'running' trip report of their daily doings! They went to a small Italian restaurant on Monttessuy this evening..they said it was very good. They had been to Au Bon Accueil a few nights ago per my suggestion. It is also on Monttessuy..these are only a block away from where your friends are staying. They might like to try.
Joan
Glad to hear that they arrived safely and were able to get into their apartment early. Yes, the greeters are always very thorough in showing everything and being most helpful. They will be in touch with them regularly, too for any help that they may give them.
Sounds like they are finding their way around. It is pleasand to walk in the Champ de Mars park near the Eiffel Tower and Ecole Militaire and along the Seine..both sides.
They will have no trouble finding places to eat in all price ranges and some great boulangeries and open markets. People in the area are most friendly and helpful.
Other friends have been there, in the Cotes du Rhone apartment. They will be leaving for home tomorrow. They have been sending me a 'running' trip report of their daily doings! They went to a small Italian restaurant on Monttessuy this evening..they said it was very good. They had been to Au Bon Accueil a few nights ago per my suggestion. It is also on Monttessuy..these are only a block away from where your friends are staying. They might like to try.
Joan
Sep 7th, 2009, 09:31 AM
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I don't know Paris Perfect. I'm using another company which is smaller and younger and it is known for the very good service. With me they have been impeccable all the times.
If you want a good view and a good neighbour you should choose Montmartre. They have a great apartment called Million Dollar Views and I would really suggest you to give a look to it, here is the link http://www.paris-apartment-rent.com/.../abbesses.html
If you want a good view and a good neighbour you should choose Montmartre. They have a great apartment called Million Dollar Views and I would really suggest you to give a look to it, here is the link http://www.paris-apartment-rent.com/.../abbesses.html
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