Paris is one of the most visited cities in the world. But do you know.. . Which is the most romantic spot to say `je`t`aime`? & the sexiest? Where to see fantastic art, away from all the crowds? Why Parisian men feel compelled to pee in the street? How to choose a hotel room where you might actually get a good night`s sleep? Stephen Clarke goes behind the scenes to reveal everything Parisians know about their city
- but don`t want to tell you.
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Rick Steves` Pocket Paris

Includes:: -- Sights: the Orangerie Museum, Rodin Museum, Army Museum & Napoleon`s

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Paris-Roubaix, a one-day bicycle race in northeastern France, is known as “ The Hell of the North” for good reason. Although the course is somewhat flatter than the other spring classics, it

Includes:: interminable stretches of muddy farm roads paved with rough-hewn cobblestones. The cobbles alone are enough to shake bikes & bones to bits; throw in the notoriously fickle weather, which often

Includes:: rain, snow, & driving wind, & the course becomes downright treacherous. Held the third Sunday in April since 1896, Paris-Roubaix is a race of great tradition. The race follows a 270-kilometer course between the suburbs of the French capital & the northern industrial city of Roubaix, & its long history, coupled with its proximity to the cycling-mad triangle of northern France, Belgium, & Holl&, means that it has served over the years to confirm the fame of cycling’s greatest champions. All of the history & excitement of the world’s most famous one-day bicycle race is captured & comprehensively illustrated with hundreds of spectacular color & black-&-white photographs in this lavish, oversized format. With authoritative text from France’s top sportswriters, ” Paris-Roubaix: A Journey Through Hell” presents the inside story of the race, its great riders, its traditions, & its secrets.



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A presentation tin box from Cavallini & Co containing three rubber stamps, made from solid wood, with images of Paris: the name of the city, the Eifel Tower & the Arc de Triomphe. Each block is individually sized according to the design & ideal for adding the image to cards, labels & letters. Please note: the ink pad is not included. ...

A presentation tin box from Cavallini & Co containing three rubber stamps, made from solid wood, with images of Paris: the name of the city, the Eifel Tower & the Arc de Triomphe. Each block is individually sized according to the design & ideal for adding the image to cards, labels & letters. Please note: the ink pad is not included. ...

Mixing aesthetics, architecture, arrondissements & elegance in a very Parisian way, this richly illustrated new volume on the world`s most bewitching city shows Paris in all its light, shade, glamour & grandeur. From magnificent squares to exquisite side streets, tucked-away gardens to quiet neighbourhood bistros, ` Paris Secrets: Architecture, Interiors, Quartiers, Corners` shows the sophistication & grace that underline this, the City of Light. Wind your way through Paris via pages shimmering with seductive stairwells, irresistible bistros & patisseries, beguiling back streets, beautiful boulevards, enticing courtyards & must-see interiors. A modern guide for the urban aesthete
- & perfect for either those who have already fallen in love with Paris, or those planning a memorable first visit
- it is both an insightful travel resource & an architectural study capturing Paris`s elegance & atmosphere in spectacular detail.

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Paris in the Shortlist Guide series from Time Out; exploring a range of international destinations in a handy, pocket-sized format designed to introduce visitors to the best nightlife, entertainment & local attractions in the city. Expert local writers provide an encyclopaedic knowledge of each city, ensuring that the guides have won a reputation for their accuracy & reliability. Each guide opens with a ‘ Don’t Miss’ section profiling recommendations by the author & accompanied by detailed commentary. An Itineraries chapter provides inspiration for travellers with a series of thematic walks around the city. The main section explores the city by region, with each area divided into sights & museums, eating & drinking, shopping, nightlife & arts & leisure. Contact details, addresses, opening times & prices for each establishment are also given where relevant.A further section on Essentials provides listings of hotels by area, accompanied by a description & with details of opening times, addresses, directions & outline room prices. Further information on getting to the city & around is also provided. There is also a Resources index, with practical guidance on accidents & emergencies, credit card loss, customs, dental emergencies, disabled visitors, embassies & consulates, left luggage, opening hours, smoking, telephones, tickets, visas & what’s on where. ...

” Paris Sketchbook” is a stunning gift book from leading international fashion illustrator Jason Brooks. Although he is best ...

Paris in the AA Spiral Guides series; comprising a selection of titles exploring a wide range of cities, regions & countries in a handy, spiral loose-leaf format. Fold-out flaps at the front & back of each title give an overview of the main regions covered, with page numbers so visitors can locate their destination easily. Each guide explores the destination geographically by region or area & provides the essential information for the main sites & attractions in addition to a recommended tour of each area by car. An introductory section - ...

Paris in the Step by Step series by Insight Guides focuses on providing tailor made walks & tours around the city. The guide features twenty route recommendations that link up better known sights & take you off of the more beaten track; they are written by local experts who have personally selected places to eat & drink en-route & who offer insider tips on culture, shopping & nightlife. The guide has an array of colour photographs which help bring to life the background & descriptive information provided for destinations & attractions. An overview chapter opens the guide & reviews geography, customs & culture, history, food & drink, shopping, culture & entertainment. Next feature the selected itineraries for walks and/or tours, each of which have a good amount of accompanying information & come with a simple route plan. A user friendly alphabetical directory lists practical information to do with day to day basics & listings of h&-picked hotels & restaurants are provided to suit different budgets & tastes. The publisher ...