People Watching in Paris
So much to love about Paris. The walk able neighborhoods. Art and culture on every corner. Plethora of museums....
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Paris: E. Dehillerin and Les Halles
E. Dehillerin  shows up in all the Paris city guide books as one of those quintessential shops that every foodie...
Merci: a whole new concept in French retailing
Retailing in general is an interest of mine so when I started seeing mentions in travel and/or design magazines...
Paris: Canal Saint Martin, Hotel du Nord and Parc des Buttes-Chaumont
While Paris is the most visited city in the world, most tourists stick to the districts near the Seine. The...
Ile Saint Louis: Ice Cream Mecca in Paris
Ile Saint Louis is one of the most delightful spots in Paris with a long history of charm. I know because we’re...
Paris: Art and Decoration around every corner
I love  Paris  because its love affair with art is everywhere. The impulse to express oneself creatively is...
Bhutan and the Happiness Factor
by Kate Dernocoeur, guest blogger The chance to visit a deeply peaceable culture is a rare opportunity. At...
Art Chicago Explodes with Contemporary Art
I have always wanted to go this Art Extravaganza and this year I got my wish. Â Expanding over the entire 12th floor...
Tasting my way through Chicago’s Gold Coast
I recently tasted and snacked and nibbled  my way through Chicago. Not hard to do. Plenty of great restaurants in...