Monday, December 28, 2009

New Year's Eve in Paris




There's possibly no better time to enjoy the benefits of a wonderful apartment rentals in Paris as during the New Year.

After all, New Year's lasts an entire month in Paris, roughly speaking. The French celebration of "Saint Sylvestre" begins January 1st, with cries of "bonne annee" beginning at midnight and lasting until the 1st of February.

New Year's Eve in Paris means flowing champagne, vin chaud (mulled wine) and hot cider. Fireworks are common throughout the city, so watch your eyes and get ready for a fun night out.

Major draws during other times of the year are certainly no exception on this exciting night, with the Champs Elysées being the hot-spot for locals and tourists alike, the equivalent of Times Square in the U.S. Not for those who hate crowds, there are firework displays along the avenue and occasional pickpockets, so do exercise normal caution.

It never needs mentioning that the Eiffel Tower is a "must-see" attraction, as this is perhaps never more so than on New Year's Eve, as the light show goes into overdrive at the stroke of midnight.

There are several long- and Paris short term rentals that let you take in the show, whether with a glorious view or simply by letting you live in central Paris, near the fun and excitement.

Food-lovers should consider exploring special holiday menus offered at various restaurants around the city. You may want to check in advance to see if any special dress codes apply (and the same is true of any parties you plan on attending). It's a special night, and as a result politeness suggests finding out what each event may require or suggest. Whatever you choose in terms of restaurants, book as early as possible in advance.

A Seine cruise is another wonderful way to soak up the excitement of the night, in a somewhat more leisurely fashion, and there are several companies to choose from. Bateaux Parisiens is an established Seine cruise company, as are Bateaux Mouches, Yachts de Paris and several more. Many cruises include dinner, music, champagne, and other amenities. Reservations are almost always required in advance.

Sometimes it's the little pleasures that make holidays special.

So while in town for the holidays, head to a Paris supermarket and look for papillottes.

Papillottes (which originated in Lyon) are chocolates or fruit jellies which contain a message in the wrapper. When opened, they pop like small firecrackers. Papillotes are classic Christmas treats in France, with the same iconic importance as the candy cane in the U.S.

According to legend, they were created by a young man working in a candy shop, in love with a girl downstairs. He wrapped loved notes around the candies and tossed them into her window, causing sparks to fly (figuratively and almost literally). The rest is history.

New Year's Eve in a magical time wherever you are. Whether you choose a mystical night in the Montmartre, a quiet walk by the Seine, or losing yourself amongst the crowds of the Champs Elysées, there's quite possibly no better way to ring in the New Year than in one of the world's most beautiful cities.

Thursday, December 24, 2009

My Keys to PARIS - Testimony

Dear Customers,
Thank you for choosing myKeystoPARIS to make your apartment reservation in 2009.

Here are a couple of  feedback on the apartments from customers who rented and apartment in Paris with us as  well as their experience with myKeystoPARIS.
Thoses comments are very helpful for us to improve the quality of our service as well as helping other customers to choose their ideal apartment.

Paris Apt : Charonne
I honestly enjoyed my one months stay in this lovely apartment. The view of Eiffel Tower  from this Paris apartment rental is amazing at nights. The landlords are also such a sweet and honorable couple. I consider myself so lucky to find this place (From Ali A., Dubai, UAE).


Paris Apt : Jarente 

Sorry it's taken me so long to complete you survey. Per my "testimony" the flat and location were great. Carolyn was very casual and didn't bother with the security deposit when I offered it. The night before I left I broke the door on the freezer that had been having problems while I was there. I left Carolyn a note and the insurance info and told her to contact me if the repair/replacement was more costly than the insurance allowed. I have not heard anything so I'm assuming all is well. Thanks for your help. (Mary Kelly, California, USA)


Paris Apt : Cherche midi
Enjoyed this Paris rental immensly- great value, great location!! (from Tal V., Smyrna USA).

 
more testimonials on : http://www.mykeystoparis.com/paris-apartments-testimonials.html



We thank you again for your visit in one of our apartment in Paris in 2009 and hope to see you again soon.

Merry Christmas and happy new year.

Tuesday, December 22, 2009

THE LEGEND OF KING ARTHUR



BIBLIOTHEQUE NATIONALE DE FRANCE (François Mitterand site) - 20 october 2009 to 24 January 2010

Translated into most European languages, the adventures of King Arthur have also inspired artists. The exhibition presents beautiful mediaeval works on the subject of this legend: manuscripts, gold and silverware...and emphasises the rediscovery of the legend from the 19th century by artistic fields as diverse as literature, painting, opera, cinema and video games.

label : www.bnf.fr

Friday, December 18, 2009

"WOMEN", the museum's collections new hanging


CENTRE POMPIDOU - June 2009 to December 2010

This themed exhibition celebrates female art, whether in the fields of painting, scultpture, photography, design, architecture, video or cinema. It highlights women's position in the artistic pantheon, their leading role in defining the avant-garde and their contribution to new technologies. More than 500 works by 200 artists are exhibited in a space which has been specially designed for the occasion.

label: centre Pompidou

Thursday, December 10, 2009

FEDERICO FELLINI

JEU DE PAUME (CONCORDE) - 20 OCTOBER 2009 TO 3 JANUARY 2010




The Jeu de Paume presents a set of photographs, drawings, original posters and films by the author of La Dolce Vita (1960). The confrontation of these documents by means of a resolutely modern set-up enable the film maker to be approached via his obsessional universe.

Rent for a week or more, a Paris appartment rentals and see all exhibitions around it.