On this history-filled adventure, you’ll learn what made Hemingway tick and how a stained-glass maker and poet combines her two skills for a one-of-a-kind artwork. Find out what drove Delacroix to paint such large pieces and how an 8-floor building pulses with modern-day painters. Paris has inspired artists and writers for hundreds of years and continues to inspire today. We can’t wait to share it with you. Along the way, we will share our favorite restaurants and Parisian gems. Former literary agent Katrin will share her passion for literature, travel, and art while showing you all Paris has to offer. Photographer Krystal Kenney will lead you through Luxembourg Gardens on a photo lesson and a professional photoshoot so you can remember your time in Paris forever!
Here's a day-by-day itinerary of the trip.
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Hotel Le Recamier is situated on Place Saint Sulpice in the heart of Saint Germain des Prés.
A 25-year resident in her adopted Paris, Katrin has turned from a career as an international literary agent where she was responsible for several bestselling authors in France to sharing her passion for literature, travel and art. She speaks five languages fluently, and when not guiding visitors in France, Holland, and Morocco, she is an active translator in the film industry. She's always keen to find the perfect view, the ideal bistro and the hidden gem to make the trips she leads seamless and memorable.
Krystal Kenney is an American creative who’s lived in Paris for over ten years. Among her artistic ventures, she started a popular podcast – La Vie Creative – where she interviews artists in Paris. She recently published her memoir – Paris, a Life Less Ordinary – about her life in Paris and loves taking visitors and locals on photography tours. She has worked with many French institutions, including the Louvre, d’Orsay, and the Eiffel Tower.
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"Paris is always a good idea"- Aubrey Hepburn
For centuries, Paris has attracted artists from around the world, seeking education and inspiration from its artistic resources and galleries. As a result, Paris has earned a reputation as the "City of Art". Home to some of the world's most famous museums and galleries, including the Louvre and the Musée d'Orsay. Today, the city is home to a thriving community of artists. Paris is recognized globally for its public landmarks and architectural masterpieces, including the Arc de Triomphe and the iconic Eiffel Tower.
Everything stated in itinerary above including all meals and teas plus beer or wine with dinner
All guides
Museum or other entry fees
All in-town transport except transfers to and from the airport.
Visit to Musee d'Orsay
Visit to Le 100 Establishment
Hemingway in Paris waking history tour
Visit the museum of Eugene Delacroix
Visit to the Musee Rodin
Visit to the Shakespeare & Company bookstore
Exploration and photo lesson with Krystal in the Jardin du Luxembourg
Tour of the Musee de Montmartre
Dinner on Alain Ducasse's floating restaurant
Roundtrip airfare to France
Expenses of a personal nature – telephone calls, laundry, souvenirs, etc.
Additional wine, beer or spirits beyond what is offered at meals.
Travel and Medical Insurance (required)
Gratuities
Fly into Charles De Gaulle Airport in Paris.
If you are traveling across an ocean to get to Paris, consider arriving a day early so you have time to relax and adjust to the local time zone. If you do decide to arrive early you can book that directly on the website under the Add On button. We'll ensure that you are kept in the same room that you will be in for the trip.
We will have a Zoom call about 6 weeks before the trip starts to discuss all that information and give you a packing list. Here is a great website that we love that will help you with packing and travel trips.