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It’s Always ‘Le Weekend’ in Paris: Paris Itinerary

November 4, 2019 City Guides, Itineraries, Travel

By popular request, I’m finally sharing ‘My Paris List’. Also known as: a flâneur’s guide to Paris.

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An Apartment in Paris is Always a Good Idea

August 17, 2017 One Week, Travel

Or, a story about creating your own happy place in a foreign land. I have this strange ritual I repeat every time I land in Paris. I almost don’t want to tell you about it, because I am aware that it’s random and a bit odd. But it takes me right back to some of the […]

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The City of (Unexpected) Love

May 10, 2016 Stories From the Road, Travel

You came to Paris to fall in love. You just didn’t know it when you did. For what does the city of love and light have to offer a solo traveler? Love, and light. You stroll contemplatively. You have days where your only agenda is to go by a certain ice cream shop or pop in […]

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The Beauty of the French Pharmacy

February 4, 2016 Travel, Wellness

The accidental discovery of French pharmacy beauty while traveling has completely changed my skin — and my perspective. This is the story of a travel writer (aka not beauty blogger) who like many, loves visiting Paris and goes as often as possible. It’s the story of choosing a different arrondissement for each visit and making a point to […]

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Paris in Black and White

March 24, 2014 Photo Essays, Travel

You all know I love color.  Yet there is something fitting about Paris in black and white.  And so continues our exploration of favorite places in these two shades…

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I’m Anne! I spend part of my time traveling the world and the other part living in my soul city, San Francisco.

I have a love for all things travel. I also have a love for nesting. I do not believe the two have to be mutually exclusive. If you seek that balance…you’ve come to the right place.

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