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French Symbols - La Marseillaise
One of P'Niche's passions is researching, learning, and sharing about French symbols, like the fleur de lys and the Napoleonic bee. ...
Parisian Niche
Jul 14, 2023
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Packing for Paris in June, with P'Niche...
P'Niche is packing for a June trip to Paris - huzzah! Packing is such a popular topic, and we've enjoyed sharing ideas for all seasons of...
Parisian Niche
May 10, 2023
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Packing for Paris in Spring, with P'Niche...
Springtime in Paris - hooray! Packing is such a popular topic, and we've enjoyed sharing ideas for all seasons of "capsule wardrobes,"...
Parisian Niche
Mar 4, 2023
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Packing for Paris: Spring Into Your Capsule Wardrobe
Spring has (almost?) sprung and it's time to start planning your "printemps packing capsule" for Paris. It's a fun and easy way to get...
Parisian Niche
Feb 28, 2023
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Apps to Make Paris Travel Easy and Fun!
For my very dear bestie, Eva, who with patience displayed only by saints, sets up all my devices, shows me how to use them - she even...
Parisian Niche
Dec 7, 2022
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French Symbols - La Baguette
P'Niche is truly enjoying researching and sharing some of the other key French symbols, like the fleur de lys, Napoleonic bee, le...
Parisian Niche
Dec 4, 2022
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French Symbols - The Phrygian Cap
Quite recently, the mascot for the Olympic Games of 2024 (which will be hosted in Paris) was unveiled. And it is set to be (drumroll...
Parisian Niche
Nov 19, 2022
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Packing for Paris: Winter is Coming (Into Your Capsule Wardrobe)...
Winter is soon set to arrive and it's time to start planning your Winter in Paris packing capsule. It's an enjoyable and easy way to...
Parisian Niche
Nov 10, 2022
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The Catacombs of Paris...
We've already talked about some frightening creatures in the Parisian Niche - but, our grotesque and gargoyle friends don't hold a candle...
Parisian Niche
Oct 28, 2022
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Solo Travel in Paris - Better Than You Think!
Dedicated with P'Niche Panache to every solo traveler wondering, "Should I?" Ah, Paris! City of Light and City of Love... While these...
Parisian Niche
Oct 6, 2022
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A Golden Dream Adventure in Paris...
For Jimmy - merci pour tout... Well P'Nichers, this post was created by popular request from our Facebook group page, and I am ever so...
Parisian Niche
Sep 18, 2022
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French Symbols - Le Tricolore - French Flag
We have had lots of fun researching and learning about some of the other French symbols, like the fleur de lys and the Napoleonic bee. ...
Parisian Niche
Sep 8, 2022
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A Guide to Getting Around in Paris: Buses
We have previously discovered and discussed the fabulous Parisian métro system. Today, let's take a look at how to get around above...
Parisian Niche
Sep 1, 2022
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Packing for Paris: Fall Into Your Autumn Capsule Wardrobe
Autumn is soon set to arrive and it's time to start planning your "sweater weather" capsule for Paris. It's a fun and easy way to get...
Parisian Niche
Aug 25, 2022
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French Symbols - The Napoleonic Bee
While we recently learned more about the history of the fleur de lys, and Paris' motto, another thing you will see all over Paris (and...
Parisian Niche
Aug 18, 2022
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In Paris, it is Churches, Cathedrals and Basilicas, Oh My! But, What's the Difference?
In Paris, it seems like churches are much like popular chain coffee shops - one on nearly every corner! But, is all as it seems? There...
Parisian Niche
Aug 12, 2022
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French Symbols - Paris' Motto - Fluctuat Nec Mergitur
While we recently learned more about the history of the fleur de lys, Paris' motto has remained as constant as the city itself for...
Parisian Niche
Aug 5, 2022
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French Symbols - La Fleur de Lys
The fleur de lys (or fleur de lis, as it is often spelled, and both are equally correct) has a decidedly rich and meaningful history. ...
Parisian Niche
Jul 29, 2022
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Travel Etiquette - Ordering Coffee in Paris...
Un café s’il vous plaît... You've landed in Paris after a red-eye flight, and are in desperate need of some caffeine. Welcome to the...
Parisian Niche
Jul 20, 2022
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Some Tips on Tipping in Paris...
Picture it, you're enjoying your meal en terrasse at that charming Parisian café you've been hoping to visit. Suddenly, the bill appears...
Parisian Niche
Jul 18, 2022
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