All Practical Stuff articles

Here are tons of articles on all the practical info you need for surviving (and enjoying!) your visit to France!

Tipping in France What to wear (and what NOT to wear) during your stay in Paris Using the Paris Métro (subway) Money! Euros, ATMs, the exchange rate, etc. Pickpocketing and other crime Using your American electrical devices in France Hotels and accommodations in Paris Making phonecalls to and from France BHV — a huge department store with everything Basic etiquette for Paris; la bise, etc. Watch out for the taxi strike scam at CDG Taking the RER from CDG airport to Paris Paris weather: some general info A general note about cafés, bars, and restaurants The arrondissements — Paris' 20 districts Checklist for your trip to Paris Survival guide for the long overnight flight to Paris Basic info about taking taxis in Paris Watch your step! Dog... stuff Pharmacies in Paris Smokes and phone cards at le tabac Don't fall for the stupid gold ring scam!

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