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Hotel Gavarni: Green Panache in Paris

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 Hotel Gavarni joins a handful of  hotels that have embraced the Green movement in Paris. They are doing their part to clean up the urban jungle by providing more environmentally friendly places for visitors to rest their heads.Paris is paradise for walking aficionados. The streets are full of cafes from which to people watch and, of course,  incredible architecture abounds. Many ... Read Full Article

Free Lodging in Paris

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We followed her up to the top floor, this friendly French girl who I had never seen before in my life but knew I could trust. I had contacted her through an international travelers' network called Hospitality Club, and we had emailed back and forth for a couple of months. She had agreed to have my husband and I stay at her flat while we were visiting Paris.Little did we know that not only were ... Read Full Article

Finding a Room With a View in Paris

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In Paris, there are so many landmarks that are worthy of viewing that it is a tough call to name just a few hotels that deliver a great view.  But, if part of the romance in your trip to Paris includes a hotel room with a view, here are a few recommendations to help realize your dream.Hotel du Quai Voltaire 2-Star According to Frommers, the Hotel du Quai Voltaire hotels offers an exceptional ... Read Full Article