Author Archives: Nina Black

The delicacies of the Marais – an afternoon in Paris

I am lucky enough to call the Marais home, and although I am undoubtedly biased it is one of my favourite areas to explore in Paris. ‘Marais’ literally means ‘swamp’ and the area used to be an underdeveloped quarter full of monasteries and markets. It has retained a village like atmosphere, largely untouched by the [...]

Arc de Triomphe encapsulated – a must in your paris trip plan

Paris is one of the most beautiful cities in the world and an amble down the majestic Champs Elysees is a great way to take it all in. Today I decided to take in the quintessential view of the city using the plnnr itinerary. The iconic Arc de Triomphe on Place Charles de Gaulle is [...]

Visiting Montmartre – a relaxed afternoon if you only have one day in Paris

Today i decided to explore the butte of Montmartre, one of the most touristy areas of Paris. I followed the Plnnr itinerary to give me the best guide to the area. The area is always packed with sightseers but this didn’t put me off: Montmartre is a unique area of Paris with a villagey feel, [...]