Paris!

We just got back from spending the weekend in Paris. We got in to Paris late Friday night and stayed in an area that reminded us a lot of New Orleans, there was just so much going on! We both agreed that getting a crepe was on the “must do” list. So, we both ordered decadent and unnecessary dessert crepes with ice cream, nutella, and chocolate..personally flambee'd at the table. SO delicious and something you must do when in France.

We were up early the next day and spent the entire morning in the Louvre. After 4 hours in the museum we left, still unable to see everything. We bought lunch and sat in the gardens of the Louvre relaxing..the weather was gorgeous, but the pigeons were unbearable. Afterwards we walked down the famous Champs Elysees towards the Arc de Triomphe and climbed to the top of the Arc through a narrow, spiral staircase. At the top you could see over the entire city of Paris, which was beautiful.

We booked a “spectacle” show for Saturday night and it turned out to be pretty funny. It was a variety show with dancing, music, flame throwing, and comedy. Of course, it was France, so at times it was definitely an adult show….no elaboration is needed there. It was a great night out on the town.

On our last day we went to the Musee d’Orsay and took a cruise down the Seine river as the sun was setting. It was definitely romantic and we had perfect timing with the sunset. By coincidence, when we were cruising by the Eiffel Tower on our boat ,the “light” show started on the tower. We felt lucky to see this from the water, as most people would never have that point of view!

We finished the night spending a couple of hours at the Eiffel tower. After waiting in line, we ended up taking an elevator to the top which was definitely worth it. The views of the city were incredible, especially at night! Champagne was being sold at the top for 15 euros per glass (about $22). Luckily ;) we had brought cheese, grapes and our own bottle of wine, and were able to picnic from the top of the tower! It doesn't get any better than that. It was the perfect end to a perfect weekend vacation in Paris!