Yes, 1,091 stairs in one day because Notre Dame has 387 and the Tour Eiffel has 704. But apparently 387 + 704 = 2 amazing views. Today we got up extra early to leave at 9 am for Chateau de Vincennes, a medieval castle! It was like a fairytale castle, except the real thing in …
The Time of the Ironic 4th of July
This morning we set off to one of Teo's London recommendations - Portobello Market in Notting Hill. It was about a 40 minute bus ride, but so worth it when we got there to see the adorable little town houses with colorful doors and paint. It was a lot more quaint and local-esque than central …
The Time We Escaped the Heat with Macarons
Walking in the heat in Paris is pretty awful. Though it's funny when we complain, because then we realize how ridiculous we sound. "Oh help me, I'm spending my summer walking around Paris. Poor me." But regardless, it's hot. Today our walking tour consisted of the Palais Royale, Galarie Vivianne, Place de Victoires and walking …
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The Time I Just Wanted a Necklace
This week's going to be a hot one with temperatures in the high 30s...celsius. Our morning began learning about the 1300 era like Louis the Fair. We had an hour break before our walking tour, but I went back to my room to make lunch with some pasta and cheese I got at the market. …
The Time I Saw True Wealth Part 1
This was certainly a weekend of beautiful buildings - namely, castles. Saturday began with a trip to Sainte Chapelle, a church near Notre Dame known for its tall stained glass windows. It was indeed very impressive, with scenes of the Bible depicted in dozens of panes. I love that on the outside, you don't know …
