Paroisse Saint-Eustache Vibes, Paris

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Thetraveljunkie.org – I love spending the evenings walking around Paroisse Saint-Eustache, taking in the Jardin Nelson Mandela park and the evening’s colours. Paroisse Saint-Eustache is a barn-like church, built between 1532 and 1640, has a Gothic structure but Renaissance decoration in its façade and Corinthian capitals. Among the paintings in the side chapels are a Descent from the Cross by Luca Giordano; pieces by John Armleder were added in 2000. Murals by Thomas Couture adorn the 19th-century Lady chapel. There is a magnificent 8,000-pipe organ.

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A Smaller Paris With The Travel Junkie

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Thetraveljunkie.org – Paris is the most important events and the most daunting because the shows are often held so far apart from each other. The good side of that, is that you get to see parts of Paris you may never have discovered otherwise. The downside is, you spend most of your time getting from one location to the next. Thanks to Cinq-S, my Paris seemed a little smaller this time around.

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Walk the Ile Saint-Louis, Paris

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Thetraveljunkie.org – Yesterday morning I was walking around behind the Notre-Dame gardens, the Pont Saint-Louis pedestrian bridge leads to the atmospheric streets and lively shopping of the Ile Saint-Louis. A perfect walk for flaneurs just taking in the majestic facades and quiet courtyards of beautiful 17th-century mansions, this peaceful island is truly an oasis. Enjoy traditional Parisian fare at the Brasserie de l’Isle Saint-Louis or sample one of the 90 scrumptious flavors of handmade, all-natural ice creams and sorbets—in flavors like wild strawberry, noisette, rum raisin, and white chocolate—at Bertillon, Paris’s most famous ice-cream maker. Ile Saint-Louis I love you!

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When in the Tour Eiffel, Paris

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Thetraveljunkie.org – Today I am publishing these photos which was taken in the Tour Eiffel when I travelled to work with a local agency. The Tour Eiffel, faced massive opposition from Paris artistic and literary elite when it was built for the 1889 Exposition Universelle. It was almost torn down in 1909 but was spared because it proved an ideal platform for radio antennas. Today some 6 million make their way to the top each year. It was wonderful to get lost in such surroundings, it totally takes you to back in time to live Zazie Dans Le Metro movie.

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Discover the Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris

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Thetraveljunkie.org – Hallo Cathédrale Notre-Dame! I am ‘working’ in Paris and I am of course taking advantage of the trip to get to know the city. One of the most popular attractions in Paris, Notre Dame cuts a dominating figure on the Île de la Cité in the middle of the Seine. The spindly gothic buttresses and magnificent stained glass windows make it as much a treat to see from the inside as out. Meanwhile, in the square and bridges around the cathedral you’ll find assorted buskers, from full live bands to human statues, which always draw a crowd. The Cathédrale Notre-Dame is stunning. It’s full of heritage.

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Paris Day Segway Tour

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Thetraveljunkie.org – Returning to Paris is always a pleasure (even if it is just mentally) and I wanted to show you these photos which I took a 3 hours of the Paris day segway tour, the perfect tour for both those new to the city and Parisian veterans. This is a great way to glide all over Paris in a short amount of time. Glide along the famous streets and through the beautiful parks, all the while having a ton of fun. Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum, Napoleon’s Tomb, Musee D’orsay, Alexander III Bridge, Grand & Petit Palais, and Les Invalides. Paris is always Paris. One of the world’s great metropolises, a trend-setter, market-leader and cultural capital for over a thousand years and still going strong.

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Bonjour Musée du Louvre, Paris

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Thetraveljunkie.org – we arrived in Paris to work on a very special visit France project. We are so happy and drying to tell you all about it. In the meantime, here are some photos of Musée du Louvre, Paris. The Palais du Louvre was constructed as a fortress by Philippe-Auguste in the early 13th century and rebuilt in the mid-16th century. In 1793 it became the Musée du Louvre, one of France’s finest museums. And we love going back more and more every time. We cannot stop falling in love with this city, we enjoy its bridges, buildings and historical museums, coffee shop terraces and it’s magical light.

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Let’s Rock Between Amsterdam and Paris With Thalys

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Thetraveljunkie.org – Can you imagine what it must be like to travel from one side of the Europe to the other by train and ‘celebrate getting off’ at every stop? Thalys has made this possible and we have been lucky enough to go on  the trip. The “Station to station” train goes from Amsterdam Central to Paris Gare du Nord. It was the perfect plan: beverages, one of summer sunsets, amazing views and excellent train.

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Gloomy Binnenhof in The Hague

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Thetraveljunkie.org – When in Den Haag, I could wake up at any time I wanted. I could eat anything I wanted. I could GO and DO any god damn thing I felt like doing, in my own freaking sweet time. Pictures from last week in Den Haag around Binnenhof. More pictures soon! By the way, the Binnenhof is situated in the heart of The Hague’s city centre. It has been the location of meetings of the Dutch parliament, the Staten-Generaal, since 1446, and has been the centre of Dutch politics for many centuries.

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Afternoon Talk in Binnenhof, The Hague

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Thetraveljunkie.org – The Binnenhof is our favourite spot in Den Haag, we love spending the evenings cycling around The Mauritshuis, taking in the park’s and the evening’s colours. The best way of ensuring that you enjoy these moments is by opting for comfort, hence why we went for Den Haag. This is the place where the most important events in the nation’s history took place. It is also where the future is created. Binnenhof is a must-see if you’re in The Hague. Take a stroll through the courtyard and admire the fairytale-like splendour or take the time to take a tour through the various halls.

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The Travel Junkie in Mercure Den Haag Central

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Thetraveljunkie.org –  Located in the vibrant heart of The Hague and is easily accessible by car and public transport. The Mercure Den Haag Central is within walking distance of several ministries, the bustling shopping center and many theaters. The beach is just 15 minutes away – and yes, it is the travel junkie hotel. Here is how our stay went.

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Breakfast Buffet in Mercure Den Haag Central, Holland

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Thetraveljunkie.org – Pictures from my fav breakfast buffet in Mercure Den Haag Central. I’ll spend the rest of the month in this amazing country! So excited with all the things to come! More pictures and stories soon! By the way, follow our trip on instagram, you can find us as ‘@TravelJunkieID’.

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