I have just spent seven days in Paris on holiday with my sister. The weather was absolutely beautiful, every day sun and warmth.
Our apartment was centrally located on the outskirts of Paris in Belleville. It was quite a large village with a very nice church in the centre and lots of village shops, restaurants, cafes and of course wonderful patisseries much to the detriment of our figures.
We went out each morning to the metro and walked long distances each day visiting various places of interest. Having been in Paris three years ago we had seen most of the big attractions, however, we did return to Montmartre which I personally enjoyed.
We again took a trip on the Canals through Notre Dame and the East side of Paris. It was a really hot day and copious amounts of water was consumed. Each afternoon we would return to our apartment hot, exhausted and sore feet, but having had a marvellous time.
Paris is a very romantic city evident by the young and older couples walking hand in hand in leisurely conversation. Being school holidays there were also many families with young children. A very popular city for tourists of all cultures. I find it really rewarding when I can speak a few of the popular French words, I think it shows you try to fit in.
Our last day arrived and heading off to the Charles De Gaulle airport, the sun was hot and feeling a little sad to be leaving, we boarded our plane and said Au Revoir to France.
Arriving back in Bonnie Scotland to.........yes mist and rain, I will never get used the Scottish weather again as the winters in New Zealand are often like the Scottish summers. And so, back to cooler temperatures and for myself back to sweatshirt and track pants for warmth.
Have a lovely day
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