Can you recommend an aparment rental company?

I have just started researching accommodations for a family of 4. I have seen that apartment rentals may be the way to go. Can you recommend a company? Do you know anything about www.vacationinparis.com ?

Thanks.

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Hi

There are a number of organizations managing short term holiday apartments in Paris. I have used www.parisholidayapts.com on 2 occasions and been very happy with the service I received and the apartments themselves. There were 11 apartments when I last looked and John Knutsen, the owner, is very easy to work with. He requires a 25% booking deposit and NO security deposit. He will also try to accommodate flexible rental periods, as short as 3 days and also early occupancy to cater for flight arrival times. The 2 bedroom Pont Neuf is a well equiped, comfortable apartment with a queen and 2 single beds.

I am aware of extensive listings by others such as www.vacationinparis.com, www.vrbo.com, www.nyhabitat.com but have not used these companies.

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We used www.rentalfrance.com and got a very-well-located, postage-stamp-sized apartment steps from Notre Dame in the Latin Quarter. I started looking on www.vrbo.com, but booked through Rental France. Pascal is the manager and he was great to work with. Our apartment was adequate, but not luxurious at all. I didn%26#39;t want to spend too much, but location was important, so I was OK with the level of quality - a little worn, not the most beautiful decor, but clean and comfortable. Also, only one floor up.

If you%26#39;re fussy, research carefully, to be sure the unit will be up to your standards.

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Yes. We have used Just France several times. They are very knowledgeable and very honest. I would use them again in a minute. justfrance.com

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We have used Parisian Flat with great success. Modern kitchens, baths and furnishing. Sophie and Phillipe are great to work with...we have rented Casimir, Rue Madame (noisy during school days - recess time), Rue Vavin and Rue Vaugirard with Rue Vaugirard being our favorite. Not sure what your budget is...they range from $250-400 Euros per night.

We are returning to spend Christmas in Paris and will rent from them again.

www.parisianflat.com

Others rave about Paris Perfect.

Cheers,

M

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parisbestlodgeahs been good for us

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As I speak I am staying in a great rental in the Marais courtesy of frenchforrrent. They are suberb and even helped me (via email) pack. I am so happt to recommend them.

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pcgmom, I%26#39;ve used vacationinparis.com four or five times with great success. I recommend them highly. The thing is, their transactions are in USD, which is a great advantage with the dollar so weak in Europe. They have a flat $150 security deposit, which I%26#39;ve always received back within THREE business days of my return. I%26#39;m using them again in November. Go for it!

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restaurant advice with mum aged 82 in Latin Quarter

Hi,

I%26#39;m taking my mother to Paris in May as she needs to have something to look forward to having lost her husband ( my father ) a couple of months ago. Can anyone recommend restaurants in the area around Hotel Henry 1V Rive Gauche, which is where we are staying. We are looking around the £ 30-35 max and would be grateful for any recommendations, otherwise we will just have to try local ones out.

Thankyou for any advice given as it is much appreciated.

Jojo

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I have just been reading some past comments on restaurants and I have found Le Pre Verre and Le Petit Zinc recommended. Can anyone tell me the rough price of a meal in both and where Le Petit Zinc is situated. I know where Le Pre Verre is situated.

Thankyou

Jojo

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I am sure that you and your mum will enjoy the Jardin d%26#39;Ivy on rue Mouffetard. Another of my favourites is L%26#39;Époque on rue du Cardinal-Lemoine.

They both serve excellent traditional cuisine within your stated budget with friendly service and are within easy distance from your hotel.

Bon apetit!

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I%26#39;d recommend Le Reminet, very near your hotel, although more expensive than you hope (around 50 euros or so).

It%26#39;s excellent food and atmosphere.

As far as your other ideas, I would say when I go there I spend about 50 euros at each, including wine. I believe Le Petit Zinc has a fixed menu at around 30 euros or so. But be warned it is not close to your hotel, it%26#39;s either a long walk or a few metro stops away, at St. Germain des Pres.

If you don%26#39;t drink wine, it is easy to find a place for about 35 euros. Lots of fixed price menus are at that price.

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I second Les%26#39; suggestion of Le Reminet. It%26#39;s quite small and very popular, so do stop in and make a reservation or have the concierge at the hotel do it for you. It%26#39;s a very easy walk from your hotel. Also, please be sure to avoid eating in the r. St Severin/r. de la Huchette area, which is almost directly across from your hotel, next to the St. Severin church. It is a fun, lively area for walking and people watching at night, but do avoid eating there.

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Chamonix - trips to Mt Blanc etc

Hi. We are planning to spend a day in Chamonix at the end of June and would like to take a trip on the rack and pinion railway and cable car up Mt Blanc. As time is going to be very tight - we will be travelling on by car towards Northern France that day - I wondered how much time I would need to go up to the Aiguille du Midi and then into Italy and back to Chamonix by coach. Also, how busy does it get at that time of year - Ive read that normally unless you get there by 9am it gets very crowded. Many thanks for any advice.

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You will not have timew to do the railway (Montenvers) and the Aguile du Midi + Helbrunner gondola.

You are quite correct it will be busy after 9am but you can reserve a lift time online.

Go to www.compagniedumontblanc.com or www.chamonix.com

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thanks for the information. The other option is leaving our hotel in Briancon and arriving at Chamonix at about 10.30 /11.00 am. If we did that could we do the proposed trip in a day, and if not what could we do, do you think?

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You could do one or the other but not both. Well at least in my opinion.

My choice would be the Aguile du Midiand try to reserve a timeslot.

Failing that go to either Le Brevente (other side of the valley) or Les Grands Montet in Argentiere.

This has by far, my opinion only, the best views of all.

if you go to Argentiere grab a meal at Chez Anais or Le Dahu.

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Places to Eat out

Looking for both a cheapish and then a little more expensive place to eat out in Val d%26#39;isere.

Any suggestions

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Our two favourites have always been Perdrix Blanche and La Grande Ourse. Worth checking to see if they fit your budget.

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Opening hrs of shops and attractions in Dec

Hi everyone,

I am thinking of going to Paris in mid-Dec for my honeymoon.

May I know what time the shops and attractions close in Dec? Does it get dark very early?

Thanks!

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Still most everything opens at 10. some open at 930 but plan on a cup of coffee and pastry breakfast. Store typically close at 7. The good thing about December, most everything is open on Sundays for the Christmas shopping.

The sun sets about 5, 515 but then it makes for a whole new Paris to explore. No shopping but the cafes and brasseries are usually open until 11, few until 2.

Happy honeymooning!

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Thanks for the information! Looking forward to visit Paris.

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We were in Paris last Dec just prior to Christmas. It was wonderful, minimal crowds anywhere so all of Paris was as our feet as they say. Highly recommend it. Weather was chilly--40-50 F and sunny for all 5 days we were there. Picnicing was do-able in the sunshine on park benches, we liked Champs du Mars the best even though the gypsies were pesky wanting money or food. We%26#39;ve done March, October, and December and probably like December the best. Maybe it%26#39;s because one always likes the most recent Paris trip the best...

Where will you obtain a winter coat, hat, scarf, and gloves, in tropical Singapore, also one of our favorite cities?

oprah44

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Hi Oprah44

We have shops in Singapore selling winter wear. Actually we intend to buy when we are in Paris as we heard that the designs are nicer and more variety. Is it true?

I am worried about exploring the city at night as it gets dark pretty early. Did you encounter anything unpleasant while you were there last year?

Anything that we should avoid?

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You will need some winter clothing upon arrival but you are absolutely correct, the styles and selections will be beyond your expectations in so many shops. Others here on TA can advise you where best to shop.

We have never had any problems after dark in Paris. We frequent the restaurants, clubs, and other attractions, mainly in the heart of the city. In fact, after dark in Paris, the City of Lights, is stunning. We took the Seine boat ride from the Eiffel Tower and marveled at all of the beauty, from the bridges to the lighted monuments. La Tour Eiffel was our favorite.

oprah44

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Rene, you will have a wonderful time in Paris on your honeymoon. Paris is one of the safest cities I know. Many females on this forum, myself included, have traveled there alone numerous times and walk all over the city after dark quite safely. You%26#39;ll have no problem, especially with your new husband by your side :). I was there this past Dec. Christmastime in Paris is wonderful. The city is all dressed up. The shop windows are so clever! It%26#39;s just magical, really.

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Thanks a lot for your reassurance, oprah44 %26amp; HappyGoin!

Am starting to prepare my itinerary for my Paris HM in Dec. Can%26#39;t wait to visit Paris!

Thanks again.

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HOTEL BRITANNIQUE vs hotels on Ile Saint Louis or Île Cite

Please help me on whether or not to stay on the islands or somewhere like Hotel Britannique? Any suggestions? Med range, great location, lots of charm.

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My preference is access to stuff I need/want, exactly when I need/want it. The problem with the islands is the lack of immediate access to the Metro and the lack of places to buy food, wine, toiletries, etc. without having to cross the river, especially at odd hours.

I like the Britannique. It%26#39;s got charm, it%26#39;s in the best possible place in Paris transportation-wise, it%26#39;s close to an endless selection of food, supermarkets and restos. As far as that class of hotel goes, I%26#39;d pick it over anything in the area in that price range.

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Ditto what metromole says. The metro is at your doorstep and you can walk to all the same places as you could on the islands.

The Ile st louis is romantic and beautiful and all, but it%26#39;s not as practical as the Britannique.

Plus, the Britannique is a beautiful hotel and SPOTLESS...

Les

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Thanks you guys. This is a big help to us. I can not wait to go on this trip. I work a high stress job... and just thinking about strolling the streets of Paris, seeing all the sights, and eating great food seems so refreshing and relaxing.

Is it an easy to rent bicycles in Paris?

Thanks again.

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Another vote for the Britannique. I found it to be perfect as far as location is concerned and a delightful hotel to stay in.

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Yes, very easy to rent bikes.

If you speak French, you can read the Velib web site:

http://www.velib.paris.fr/

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I should have paid attention to my French class back in 8th grade. I think I will try to learn alittle before we go. I hear there are many bikes available throughout Paris, I will check out the website

As far as air, I think it%26#39;s too early to book for October, I%26#39;m hoping deals will pop up to France. Non-stop flights.

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Staying on Ile Saint Louis was very convenient personally. There%26#39;s a metro stop, Pont Marie and it%26#39;s highly accessible for walking to the Latin Quarter, St. Germain, and up to the Louvre/Concorde/Tuileries areas as well. I found it to be a great location.

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I, too, have stayed on Ile St. Louis and loved it. It%26#39;s located between the Marais and Latin Quarter and is convenient both walking or Metro (Pont marie, Cite, St. Michel). You can find apt. rentals on the Ile for less than Britannique%26#39;s cost if you stay for at least a week

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I loved staying on Ile St. Louis. You are in the middle of everything. The Island is only 3 blocks long and just off the Island at each end are Metro stations. Even the Parisiens I met were jealous I was staying on Ile St. Louis. It is a very coveted location. At night the place is teeming with tourists and it is so much fun to come downstairs from your hotel/apartment because you feel like you are the one who lives there and everyone else is %26quot;just visiting.%26quot; That is even more true of an apartment than a hotel, I imagine. It was a great experience.

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1st Visitor - Hotel Advice Please

I%26#39;m taking my wife to Paris for the long Valentines Weekend as a thank you for looking after me recently (I%26#39;ve had cancer).

I%26#39;m part paying with AirMiles, so I%26#39;ve got down to a few hotels but can%26#39;t decide what area (and therefore hotel) is best.

The options are...

DE L%26#39;ODEON - 13 Rue Saint Sulpice, Paris, 75006

MERCURE TERMINUS NORD - 12 Boulevard Denain, Paris, 75010

OBSERVATOIRE LUXEMBOURG - 107 Boulevard St Michel, Paris, 75005

AMARANTE QUAL ARC DE TRIOMPHE - 25 Rue Theodore-de-Banville, Paris, 75017

We just want the standard Paris Experience, the usual tourist sites.

Any advice greatly appreciated.

Craig

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Going by your list, I would choose:

De L%26#39;Odeon

Observatoire Luxembourg

Amarante

Mercure

Would you like more choices? If so let us know.

Les

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Hotel de l%26#39;Odeon is certainly the most central, and check the reviews - it should be quite acceptable.

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Hi Craig,

Did you go to Paris for the Valentines weekend in the end? If so, hope you can help me. I%26#39;m planning to take my boyfrined to Paris during Easter break and, because I%26#39;m travelling with Airmiles too, I thought to ask you if you chose one of the hotels from their website and what was your experience?

Many thanks,

Magda

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