Phil Chavanne

Are Sneakers a Fashion No-no in Paris?

The Senior Editor of online magazine Paris Eiffel Tower News addresses the issue from a bilateral viewpoint. by Phil Chavanne I can’t count the number of times travelers who asked me: ‘Should I wear sneakers in Paris?’ and other variations of the same question. American tourists especially are concerned about ‘not fitting in’ with inappropriate shoes. That attitude is remarkable indeed. Dressing so as not... (posted by Phil Chavanne 5 years 207 days ago.)

Finding Cool Gifts in Paris

Bring back gifts from Paris to your folks and friends, and see their faces illuminate. The words 'it comes from Paris' gives an extra special value to any present. Your kin's joy is the present they offer you in return. All this is good and well, but where can you buy gifts which are unusual, and show their recipients you specially care for them? Where can you find presents on which a local color story can be told? "Honey... (posted by Phil Chavanne 5 years 62 days ago.)