Hotel Chรขteau des Fleurs: A Pet-Friendly Stay in Paris

Hotel Chรขteau des Fleurs: A Pet-Friendly Stay in Paris

For a stay in Paris as unique as your petโ€™s personality, Hรดtel Chรขteau des Fleurs near the Champs-ร‰lysรฉes is a playful and vibrant 5-star property that happily welcomes dogs. Discover what we loved about our experience staying here, and learn about the amenities and design features I found to be most memorable.

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Spring Skiing in the Alps with a Short-Term Lease from AutoFrance

Spring Skiing in the Alps with a Short-Term Lease from AutoFrance

If you are weighing your transportation options for an upcoming ski trip to the Alps, this article describes my experience choosing Auto France for the second time, the benefits of having your own car to have the freedom to access multiple ski destinations, and how the Car-2-Europe programโ€™s roadside assistance came to my rescue when I needed them.

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The Capra Saas-Fee: Sublime Skiing in a Charming Swiss Village

The Capra Saas-Fee: Sublime Skiing in a Charming Swiss Village

My stay at The Capra was the perfect blend of relaxation and rejuvenation. The five-star property provides a luxurious experience without any of the fuss, and their impressive and impeccable caliber of hospitality mirrored the authenticity that Saas-Fee is known for. Learn more about my experience staying at The Capra with my dog and skiing in Saas-Fee, as well as more detailed comparisons that describe what sets the village apart from other destinations in the Swiss Alps.

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Preply vs Lingoda: Which Platform is Better for Learning a Language?

Preply vs Lingoda: Which Platform is Better for Learning a Language?

Online classes are a convenient and flexible way to learn a language from anywhere in the world, and in my experience Iโ€™ve found that two of the best platforms are Lingoda and Preply. This article describes my personal experience using both, and can help you decide which platform may be better for you depending on your situation, preferences, or language-learning goals.

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Is a Lingoda Sprint the Best Alternative to Duolingo?

Is a Lingoda Sprint the Best Alternative to Duolingo?

I donโ€™t use Duolingo. Instead, I have experimented with a handful of other methodsโ€“ and the one that I believe is a superior alternative is a Lingoda Sprint. In this article, I describe several elements of the Lingoda Sprint that I find comparable to some of Duolingoโ€™s most positive qualities, but are much more effective.

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Pet Friendly Paris: Iconic 5-Star Hotels Where Your Dog is Welcome

Pet Friendly Paris: Iconic 5-Star Hotels Where Your Dog is Welcome

Iโ€™ve always said that to be French is to love dogsโ€“ and the most iconic hotel properties in Paris are not only historic landmarks within the city, but they also all seem to understand that our pets are our family. To make your visit to Paris as memorable as possible, Iโ€™ve created a list of my favorite 5-star landmark hotels in the city that go above and beyond to treat our pets like the royalty that they are.

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My Favorite Vintage Shops in Paris

My Favorite Vintage Shops in Paris

As any vintage shopper knows, the experience of visiting a physical store can be hit-or-miss, but in the last few years that Iโ€™ve lived in Paris I've found my favorite shops that have consistently inspiring curations. These shops are also clean, easy to find, conveniently located, and sometimes found within iconic shopping destinationsโ€“ so even if you donโ€™t find something that perfectly suits you, youโ€™ll still have an enjoyable experience. Discover my favorite vintage shops for women in Paris.

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Live Online Language Classes: Is Lingoda the Best Alternative to Babbel Live?

Live Online Language Classes: Is Lingoda the Best Alternative to Babbel Live?

Attending live, online classes has been one of my favorite ways to learn and continue practicing my French. As someone whoโ€™s experienced both Babbel Live and Lingoda classes, I detail the similarities and differences between the two platforms and why I believe Lingoda is the best alternative for any ex-Babbel Live user who is looking to continue progressing.

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