Bonjour!
It was recently my boyfriend’s birthday and what better way to celebrate than with a trip to Paris. I mean as they say ‘Paris is always a good idea’.
I have been to Paris before but this was Jack’s first time so I was so excited for show him around.
We took the Eurostar and arrived at around 2pm on Saturday. Luckily our hotel was only about a 15 minute walk from Gare du Nord so it didn’t take us long to get checked in and get rid of our bags. The hotel was absolutely perfect! It was decorated with monochome wallpaper with splashes of bright colours in the form of pillows and curtains.
After a quick freshen up, we took a short 20 minute metro ride to the Eiffel Tower because where else would you go to first? I forgot just how beautiful the Eiffel Tower is and I felt so happy to be back. After a good photo session, we headed to a small bistro for a spot of lunch before planning our next stop, Arc de Triomph. There was a little bit of construction work so the photos aren’t great but it was still beautiful nonetheless. The Arc is the start of Champs Elysees so we took a little wonder and did some window shopping before heading to a bar for a few drinks and then on to dinner. On the way back to the hotel, we saw the Eiffel Tour as it was all lit up and sparkly. This is one of my favourite sights in Paris and even though we only saw the top, it was still stunning.
Day 2 started pretty early because we were heading home in the evening so we wanted to get the most out of our day. It was hard because the bed was so comfy, I had to pry myself out! We started by having a stroll towards Le Louvre where we stopped for a spot of breakfast and the most amazing hot chocolate I have ever had. Honestly, I am still thinking about it. We were going to go into Le Louvre but the queue was so long so we took a stroll along the Seine towards Notre Dame, somewhere that I had never been before. As we arrived, the bells were ringing and I instantly got all the Disney vibes and thought of Quasemodo. It was also at this point that I realised I had lost a glove which was the saddest thing because it was so cold.
We headed back over towards Champs Elysees and stopped off at the petite palais for another hot chocolate and some macaroons and to warm ourselves up. It was so beautiful and the pieces of art they had there were incredible. Now, no trip to Paris is complete without some shopping and I took full advantage of the Sephora there, who else loves their sheet masks?!
While making our way back to the hotel to pick up our suitcases, we stopped off for some dinner which was so bitter sweet because it was lovely to find another bistro tucked away down some quiet side road but it also meant that it was nearly time to head to the station to get home.
We arrived back in London at about 9pm on Sunday and to say I was sad to be home was definitely an understatement. We both had the most amazing time and I was so glad to celebrate Jack’s birthday in one of the prettiest cities. We are so desperate to go back and will definiely make sure we stay for longer.
Have you ever been to Paris?
– Hannah X
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Paris! that’s my dream destination 😍 You’re photos are so beautiful 💖
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I’ve visited several times, as a pupil on a school trip, with my husband as a teaher on a school trip. The more I visit, the more I love it. The first few times I was not overly impressed but the more I explore and find new places, the better it comes.
The Moulin Rouge is amazing if you ever get the chance to go and on my last school trip[ I descovered the Sacre Coeur and Montemartre which I loved. The views were spectacular. There’s nothing like exploring with 25 8-11 year olds to amke you appreciate things.
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aw that sounds lovely. I went with my school and we went to Sacre Coeur and it was amazing; how good are the views?!
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TYhe views are spectacular. We sat and at our picnics on the hills and looked out over Paris. It would be aperfect reading place
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I would love to go to Paris, I have never been but every time I see blog posts about it I just want to go! The pictures look amazing, glad you had a nice time 🙂
Chloe xx
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You should definitely look into going, there are always so many good deals on 🙂 xx
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Paris is on our list of countries to visit! In fact, we are planning a trip around Christmas time. I loved this post lovely xo
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Oh that sounds amazing, I would love to go around Christmas time xx
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These pictures are beautiful! I’ve always wanted to go to Paris. Great post!!
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aw, thank you so much! You should definitely plan a trip x
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Awesome post! Paris is one of my dream destinations! 💜
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aw thank you! You should definitely go 🙂
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Great photos! Such an awesome place to go and visit.
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Thank you! Yes, one of my favourite places 🙂
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Hi Hannah!
It sounds like you celebrated in style and both had an amazing time! I’m loving the sound of all those hot chocolates and the bed sounds so comfy! Looks like you got to take in quite a few of the gorgeous sights that Paris has to offer and yes, a bit of shopping is always a must too! I love this city so much and it’s well worth revisiting often IMHO!
Lovely post and happy belated birthday to Jack.
Hanna x | missbeautysaver
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It was so lovely, already itching to go back! Definitely go back if you get the chance. Aw, thank you! xx
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So amazing! Hope I get to visit Paris some day. The city is so beautiful. Love the pictures and a great blog post,
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aw thank you so much! Yes, definitely go if you get the chance xx
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