Île-de-France Travel Forum

Paris Party spot New Years!
Posted: Fri November 6, 2009 04:53 PM UTC

I am going to be in Paris for New Years 2010. This is my first time to visit. I am looking for the best spots to celebrate New Years Eve. Any suggestions?

DebraBia

2 replies

CDG airport to Ibis Hotel in Rue Cambronne, 15éme - 75015
Posted: Thu November 5, 2009 09:50 PM UTC

I arrive in CDG airport at 20.50 tomorrow evening (Friday 6 Nov). What is best way to get to Hotel Ibis Tour Eiffel at 2 Rue Cambronne? Don't know Paris. Metro / RER / taxi? Many thanks. MaryJo

MaryJoEllen

5 replies

Christmas in Paris
Posted: Thu November 5, 2009 07:39 PM UTC

My friend and I are meeting in Paris for a romantic Christmas. He will be arriving from London and I from Italy. We will be there from the 24-27. We want to have romantic dinners and nice things to do for the day. Does anyone have any reccomendations.

X_Over

4 replies

Which arrondissement?
Posted: Wed November 4, 2009 12:49 AM UTC

I need some help here if you would be so kind for something I am writing.
My character Pete is having his first overseas trip and he has booked an apartment in Paris.
I want him to say that the apartment is in the something arrondissement near the Sacre Couer. Or the Eiffel Tower. Or some big tourist attraction.

Thank you so much.

craic

10 replies

Looking for a nice hotel
Posted: Sat October 31, 2009 08:15 PM UTC

I am traveling to France next May and would like to get suggestions for two nice moderately priced hotels in Paris, one close to the Gare Lyon and another close to Gare Bercy. We are headed to Decize for a barge trip to Chatillon-sur-Loire so if you know that area and have suggestions I will welcome those as well.

abadabado

9 replies

Hotel des Arts
Posted: Fri October 30, 2009 10:37 PM UTC

Hi, Everyone,

I'm trying to help a friend decide where to stay in Paris and all my usually places are booked. He wants something cheap but safe and since he has to be semi-close to the Opera (Garnier, not Bastille), he'd like to be not too far away from it.

Someone recommened the Hotel des Arts on 5, rue Tholozé to me. Anyone ever stayed there? I'd love to know what you thought if you did.

Merci!
Courtney

Paris92

19 replies

Paris buses
Posted: Fri October 30, 2009 01:24 AM UTC

Ok, I tried to hijack another thread but it did not work. Here's my question.

Is there a good reliable link to the buses? I've been working off the ratp.fr site, but you don't really get a good listing. If not, where can you pick up a schedule once in Paris?

I usually jump on the metro - but the person coming with me is not too good at running up and down stairs.

Think I saw a card in the ratp site where you can do both buses and metro. I know on my last trip I used it for the Sacre Coeur funicular ...

So - where is there a good bus map? Or do you just have to use the Advanced Options of the destination tool that allows you to ask for the bus? (I'd love to get a map)

nomad7890

18 replies

CDG terminal 1
Posted: Wed October 28, 2009 06:17 PM UTC

Has anybody used terminal 1 at Charles De Gaulle airport in recent days? I read experience of several travellers on other web sites which indicated lot of problems with delays at the security and signage in general.

Also is there a departure fee to be paid when you are flying out of that terminal? If so how much is it and is it payble in US Dollars or only in Euros?

6 replies

paris metro zones
Posted: Wed October 28, 2009 03:44 PM UTC

RATP site says that one can travel on metro and RER within Paris but does not specify zones. So in which zones the "T" ticket is valid? Can I use it to go to see the arch at La Defense or do I need a different ticket.

How much will be the ticket price for going to Poissy from Montparnasse using metro and RER or metro and SNCF train from St. Lazare.

2 replies

paris metro
Posted: Wed October 28, 2009 01:17 PM UTC

I have heard stories of pick pocketing on the metro. I suppose any big sity will have that problem. I was wondering how prevalent is that and if metro and different connecting tunnels are safe. What a tourist should do to avoid being a victim of bad elements.. Is metro crowded all the time or there are rush hours in the morning and evening??

30 replies

Bus Tours
Posted: Wed October 28, 2009 09:55 AM UTC

I am looking for an agent/ company, which organizes (group) tours in English or German language from Paris to other touristic areas (e.g. Bretagne, castles of the Loire). We are two persons, who want to join a bigger group.
I found on the web only addresses for very expensive tour organizers for individual tours.

ahonigstein

3 replies

need help finding a nice pension
Posted: Tue October 27, 2009 11:15 PM UTC

hi all, anyone out there have any suggestions on a nice pension. My wife and I are flying into Paris tomorrow and would like to find a nice pension to stay at. We would prefer it to be in a good location.
We appreciate any help/advice anyone could lend.
Great travels, Greg

salmbach

3 replies

Metro or Taxi to Porte d'Ivry?
Posted: Tue October 27, 2009 11:00 PM UTC

Hello,
What would be the quickest route from Gare du Nord to Porte d'Ivry?
5 and 7?
Roughly how long would it take?

merci beaucoup

GrumpyL5

3 replies

Paris to Karlsruhe
Posted: Tue October 27, 2009 10:25 AM UTC

Hey guys,

What is the cheapest way to get from Paris to Karlsruhe? I know there is a train running between them but they are a little bit expensive. Are there other cheaper options like a overnight bus ride or something?

Cheers

kenningst

2 replies

Train Station Locker Size
Posted: Tue October 27, 2009 01:31 AM UTC

I have been investigating possible use of lockers at train station.
Their website is vague in describing the locker size (i.e. large size or small size).
I don't know if my language size is considered large or small :(

Does any one know the locker size of train station in inch, feet, cm, or meter?

Thanks!

2 replies

Best Time to Buy Plane Ticket to Europ
Posted: Tue October 27, 2009 01:26 AM UTC

When is the best time to buy plane ticket to Europe from US when I am planning to be there in April during Easter? How much is a good price?

4 replies

Getting to CDG airport form Gare de Lyon
Posted: Mon October 26, 2009 08:55 PM UTC

I arrive in Gare de Lyon at about 5pm on Monday 9 November and must travel to CDG airport for flight home. Can someone please advise best route. Many thanks.

MaryJoEllen

10 replies

visit to villa savoye
Posted: Mon October 26, 2009 06:00 PM UTC

I will be staying near Montparnasse station. I checked the interactive site of RATP.FR in order to find a quickest rout to go Poissy where Villa Savoye is located. The map indicates that it is located on RER line A. However the search result page indicates that I have to go to St. Lazare station and get a SNCF train to Poissy. It also shows fare zone as 1-5

My question is can I use regular metro ticket for this journey since travel on RER and metro is included or I have to buy another ticket at St. Lazare station.

Is there another way to go there ? for example from Chatlet-Les-Halles where RER-1 is indicated gooing towards Poissy?

8 replies

Is Renting an Apartment in Paris Safe?
Posted: Sun October 25, 2009 03:12 PM UTC

Has any one experience any theft while renting an apartment in Paris since the owner has spare key?

10 replies

eurolines coach station.
Posted: Sun October 25, 2009 01:09 PM UTC

i am traveling on eurolines to coach station in paris (ave du general de gaulle)could any body please tell me if there are property lockers in the station as we are only staying for the day and traveling back on the evening and would like somwere to keep our shopping ect also could you tell me is the coach station very centrall,any tips would be very very gratefull for.thank you.

lindawood49

2 replies

European Hotel Room size
Posted: Sat October 24, 2009 02:27 AM UTC

Could someone give me guidance on the European hotel room size?
I am planning to go to Paris with my family of 4 (2 adults and 2 under 11 yrs old children)

Is Tripple Room enough for us?

Single Room
Double room for single use
Twin bed room / Double room
Triple room
Quadruple room

14 replies

Bastille Day
Posted: Thu October 22, 2009 01:25 AM UTC

Do the city buses run on Bastille Day? I've read that the Metro stations are closed then.

zoosue

2 replies

Disneyland
Posted: Thu October 22, 2009 01:01 AM UTC

Im planning a short romantic trip to Paris with my girlfriend for Christmas. I also know that she would love to go to Disneyland - hey its not just for kids ;) - so for one of the days i want to go there but im wondering how we are going to get from the centre of Paris to Disneyland.

I guess train is the best option but from what station would i go from and should i book the train tickets in advance or buy them when i get there?

Many thanks

westy159

3 replies

Tickets
Posted: Wed October 21, 2009 11:07 PM UTC

Someone please explain to me, what is "Carnet of 10 Metro Tickets" and where you use it, and what is good to buy for a 4 day trip RER ticket for Metro , and what is a good way to buy tickets to visit Museums. How one can plan for all these tickets and how they work.
Also my train ride from CDG will be included in local train ticket if purchased as a 4 day pass?
If anyone has a rough idea, how much entrance ticket to museums cost? would like to have a rough idea on how much extra cash should I carry with me for tickets.

sam300

16 replies

Transportation from airport to Hotel Luxembourg Parc
Posted: Wed October 21, 2009 05:47 PM UTC

My daughter and I will be flying into CDG next July to celebrate her high school graduation. What would be the safest and most economical way to get from the airport to the Hotel Luxembourg Parc which is near the Luxembourg Gardens. Does anyone know anything about that hotel? Thanks!

daisydoo5

7 replies

seat reservation
Posted: Wed October 21, 2009 05:22 PM UTC

I have a French rail pass. I have made the reservations for the TGV trains that I will be using. However, for 3 other days I will be using Ter or Corail trains. Do I need the reservations for those trains. If so can I make those at train station at Paris airport? Where exactly I need to go to get these done and how much will be the cost of reservation?

All the information and suggestions will be helpful and appreciated.

2 replies

Reserving Hotel
Posted: Wed October 21, 2009 03:59 AM UTC

I am planning to be in Paris in beginning of April for 6 days. When do you think is the best time to start looking for or to reserve hotel? Is now too early?

8 replies

Buy
Posted: Tue October 20, 2009 08:54 PM UTC

Hello Guys

Can you help me, where can i find Robot culinaire PHILIPS PHILIPS HR7774 ?

Robot ménager
http://alatest.fr/avis/robots-de-cuisine/philips-hr-7774/po3-53367481,334/

casn i find Lafayette galeries? please some suggestions to close subway station is welcome.

thx

LoucoSP

3 replies

Help and advice for Dad & 7 year old in Paris 1st week in December
Posted: Tue October 20, 2009 12:56 AM UTC

Hi all,

I am travelling to Paris with my 7 year old son in December for his 8th birthday as he wants to visit France after learning about mega structures in school. I am a little concerned after reading so many negative comments on VT about how dangerous it can be!! Any comments please I don’t speak French but will learn the basics before we go. We went to Germany earlier in the year and had a great time with no problems.

What is the best sort of accommodation as we are on a budget we fly into CDG. he is really interested in the Eiffel Tower so we will visit that but any other ideas. We are only looking for 2 night accommodation any ideas or tips are very gratefully appreciated.

Jeff & Elliott

yorkshire1

17 replies

Apartment Rental query
Posted: Mon October 19, 2009 09:16 PM UTC

Dear VT'ers, I'm in need of your advice again! Does anyone have any knowledge or experience of a company called Residences Paris (http://www.residences-paris.com/).

We normally rent apartments from a different company but we want to stay in a different area this time and Residences Paris have what looks like an ideal little studio in St. Germain. There are plenty of testimonials on their website and my correspondence with them to date has given no cause for concern but, as always, I would prefer to hear any independent opinions before I decide whether to book.

Look forward to your input.
Thanks.

jemima62

5 replies