Category Archives: France

Anna Pavlova: The Ballerina Who Became a Dessert

Photo by Karina Kungla on Pexels.com Light as air. Graceful. Unforgettable. These words describe Anna Pavlova, the legendary Russian ballerina of the early 20th century… but they also describe the dessert she inspired. The pavlova cake—a crisp, cloud-white meringue with a soft, marshmallow heart, topped with whipped cream and fresh fruit—was created in her honorContinueContinue reading “Anna Pavlova: The Ballerina Who Became a Dessert”

80 Years Since the End of World War II: We Remember. We Honor. We Never Forget. 

We Remember. We Honor. We Never Forget.  In May 1945, after six years of the bloodiest and most destructive war in human history, the world finally achieved peace.  More than 70 million people died, including millions of innocent civilians, and it permanently altered the path of human history, leaving wounds on every continent.  This yearContinueContinue reading “80 Years Since the End of World War II: We Remember. We Honor. We Never Forget. “

The Solo Travel Paradox: Freedom or Loneliness?

Solo travel has a certain allure—freedom, adventure, discovering yourself in places where no one knows your name. You set your own pace, follow your own curiosities, and answer to no one. Sounds ideal, right? Pros: Total Freedom: Wake up when you want, eat what you crave, go where your heart pulls you. No compromises, noContinueContinue reading “The Solo Travel Paradox: Freedom or Loneliness?”

Hotel vs. Airbnb: Tips on Choosing the Best Accommodation for Your Next Trip.

When it comes to choosing between renting a hotel and booking an Airbnb, the decision depends on your preferences and personal needs. Both options offer unique benefits and considerations that should be taken into account before making a reservation. While travelling, I usually prefer to stay in hotels, but for my trip to Spain, weContinueContinue reading “Hotel vs. Airbnb: Tips on Choosing the Best Accommodation for Your Next Trip.”

Architectural Delights: Pont Alexandre III, Paris.

Pont Alexandre III is one of the most gorgeous and elegant bridges in Paris, represents the peace in relationship between France and Russia. In 1900, Russian Tsar Nicholas II personally placed the bridge’s foundation stone.  The bridge certainly represents the extravagant lifestyle of early 20th-century France. This massive bridge, 154 meters long, 45 meters wide,ContinueContinue reading “Architectural Delights: Pont Alexandre III, Paris.”

Forgive, But Never Forget. Memorial to the Martyrs of the Deportation in Paris.

Ile de la Cité, a gorgeous and historical island, sits in the middle of Siena in the oldest district of Paris. It’s home to the iconic and spectacular Notre-Dame de Paris Cathedral. You also can see the old bridge, the Pont Neuf, and the city’s narrowest road bridge there, Point de l’Archevêché.  On the easternContinueContinue reading “Forgive, But Never Forget. Memorial to the Martyrs of the Deportation in Paris.”

Interesting place in Paris: the Centre Pompidou and Stravinsky Fountain.

This post appears first on my Triptipedia page. In the heart of Paris, not far from the Louvre and the Ile de la Cité, near Les Halles in the 4th arrondissement, you can find high distinctive and remarkable construction: the Centre Pompidou (the Centre national d’art et de culture Georges-Pompidou) and the Stravinsky Fountain.  To begin with, IContinueContinue reading “Interesting place in Paris: the Centre Pompidou and Stravinsky Fountain.”

Global Greeting Etiquette: Greeting Traditions and Traveling tips for your next trip.

Global Greeting Etiquette: Greeting Traditions and Traveling tips for your next trip.

Paris: fun tip for travellers.

Location Have you watched the movie Midnight in Paris?  Movie “Midnight in Paris” If  NOT: I recommend you watch it. Believe me, you are going to like it.  “Midnight in Paris” is a romantic comedy, beautiful fantasy and well-done movie written and directed by Woody Allen. And, of course, it was shot in Paris, which is an absolutely gorgeous city. ContinueContinue reading “Paris: fun tip for travellers.”

Paris: Citadines Apart Hotel Opéra

This post appears first on my Triptipedia page. Vacation is always an exciting time. People are counting the days until their trip will start, packing their stuff, studying maps, looking for useful information, buying some clothes and comfortable shoes. But before all these hassles, the very first question that arises is – What area andContinueContinue reading “Paris: Citadines Apart Hotel Opéra”

My dreams came true: Paris.

In Soviet Union most of people couldn’t travel outside the country. It was so normal for us that I didn’t even think about it. I never dreamed of going to another country until my French teacher went to Paris and came back with so many incredible stories and pictures. She talked about people, architecture, art,ContinueContinue reading “My dreams came true: Paris.”

Remembrance day.

On November 11, 1918, an Armistice agreement was signed at Le Françoise near Compiegne (France), which ended the fighting on land, sea and air in the World War I. The signed agreement by French Marshal Ferdinand Foch came into force at 11:00 Paris time, November 11, 1918. Since then, Remembrance Day has been established asContinueContinue reading “Remembrance day.”

Which countries have the most UNESCO Heritage sites ?

55 Heritage Sites: Historic center of Rome Historic center of Florence The Trulli of Alberobello Villa d’Este, Tivoli Venice and its Lagoon Cathedral, Torre Civica and Piazza Grande, Modena and more… 55 Heritage Sites: The Great Wall Summer Palace, an Imperial Garden in Beijing Kulangsu, a Historic International Settlement Cultural Landscape of Honghe Hani RiceContinueContinue reading “Which countries have the most UNESCO Heritage sites ?”