Viva La France!
I am gonna come right out and say it…I really liked Paris…there…you happy now? What a beautiful city! One of the cities that truly lives up to its reputation. I was pleasantly surprised and left Paris wishing I had a few more days to explore this majestic beauty. It is such a great city to go for a stroll. Everywhere you look there is a beautiful statue, monument or fountain. Night time is the right time in Paris. I am sure partly because it is the holiday season but the lights were spectacular. The first thing I did was go for a stroll down the Champs Elysees. Getting a look at the Arc De Triumph was great, alot bigger than I expected. Next it was on to the Eifel Tower. One of the only really huge landmarks that I have seen on my trip that exceeded my expectations, what an amazing sight at night when it is all lit up. I couldnt stop snapping photos of it, it was so beaituful. There are so many things to see and do in Paris and since I only had a few days I had to pick the big ones. First things first I had to pay tribute to Jim Morrisson. Oddly enough the cemetery where he is burried was a short walk from my hotel. It is a bit hard to find exactly where he is. He has a small little stone that is surrounded by flowers and tshirts. The site was blocked off a bit and there were two guards standing in close proximity eyeballing every person going near it. It is meant to be one of the top attractions in Paris.
Now as I have told you before I am not much of a lover of Museums and art, I like them about as much as a fat kid likes salads but you cant go to Paris without going to the Louvre…it would be like going to a movie and not getting popcorn, it has to be done. I spent only about 2 hours as that was all my attention span would allow. Of course you have to go see the Mona Lisa, very beautiful. The rest of the paintings I kind of just strolled by and had quick glances at. I think I figured out why I dont like the artwork so much. It is all religious. I know that was what people were painting during that time but to me it all looks the same after a while. I ended up going to look at the Egyptian exhibit, that was nice. All the old sculptures and artifacts were great. I have always wanted to go Egypt and see the pyramids and to get a little taste of it was really enjoyable. Now even if you loved art it would probably take days to see all the Louvre has to offer. It has to be the best collection of artwork in the world and is presented in such a nice way. I was quite impressed overall and would definitely go back and have a look around.
One of the other things I enjoyed was having a look at the Notre Dame Cathedral. What a huge church. It was free to go in and have a look inside. Huge ceilings and sculptures all around, well done. On my last day I decided to climb the Eifel Tower. I walked up to the 2nd observatory, that was quite tough and then took the elevator to the top…wawaweewah! Lets just say my palms were a wee bit sweaty. It offers the best panoramic view of paris, you can see everything. I didn’t stay up there too long as I knew I would feel better on solid ground.
The rest of my time in Paris was spent walking around and taking it all in. I probably walked more in Paris then in any other city, a good 5 hours a day, easily. The people in Paris were quite friendly, not rude at all. They all spoke english and where quite helpful for the most part.
I had a bit of an adventure flying from Paris to Barcelona. I flew with Ryan Air and paid about $25 for my flight to Barcelona. The problem with Ryan Air is that they only fly out of small airports outside of the big cities. I had to get up early yesterday morning and flag down a taxi to get to the bus station by 6 A.M. From there it took 1 hour to get to Beauvais Airport. After waiting for 2 hours my flight got cancelled due to fog and I had to wait til 10 last night to catch the next one. I went into the town of Beauvais for the day and had a look around. I didnt arrive in Barcelona until almost 2 in the morning, so I am a bit tired. However I wanted to give you all an update and that is what I did. I hope you appreciate my dedication.
So now I have slightly over 2 weeks to go. I can see the light at the end of the tunnell…and through that light is my dad walking towards me and telling me my shoes dont belong in front of the door and that they need to be put away…geesh! Anyway I am excited to be coming home and seeing everyone and being unemployed.
I’ve posted more photos as well…Enjoy!
Tags: France, Paris
Gagnonius
Just discovered your blog and it’s very entertaining. I’m enjoying reading it even though you’re a complete stranger.nrBest of luck with the rest of your trip!
Hey there, nice to hear somet from you again, almost starting to thing you got lost somewhere in Amsterdam, horrible thougt.
Enjoy the last traveling moments! Spend them well!
Love
Anna
Glad to hear you’re enjoying Europe now, I did tell you it wasn’t all bad. One short week and it’ll be party time in Dublin, get your drinking boots looked out mate!
Dear friends and fellow bloggers,nr I am in need of some assistance. Christmas is coming and I am having some difficulty thinking of things to get the world traveler. Any ideas would be greatly appreciated. I feel like anything I think of will pale in comparison to all the treasures he has gathered on his trip.nrHappy Holidays to all!nrnrp.s. Brian, you cannot read any responses I get. Remember, everything must be a surprise.nr
Some Brian Holiday ideas:
A lifetime’s supply of ammodium
A gift certificate to the toilet paper of the month club
A swedish made penis-enlarger pump
A 10 gallon drum of “very happy” Cambodia pizza toppings
hahahahaha
I think it would be a good idea to get Brian a car. He is gonna have to work when he gets home and he will need a way to get there.
Dear Santa,
In my travels around the world my eyes have been opened to new cultures, perspectives, and ways to consume illicit substances. What I truly want for Christmas is peace, please let me expound…
1) One happy pizza delivered to my father on Christmas morn, thus giving the gift of peace to the family for just one day.
2) A car to drive me to a pizza place where I can get a job and bring happy pizzas and peace to the entire community.
3)One woman to sit down and eat a happy pizza with then maybe I can get a piece.
4) Sharing happy pizza with my debt collectors then maybe I can have some peace of mind.
5)Just one piece of happy pizza to bring peace to my colon, thus bringing peace to the waste water system of greater Boston.
Santa peace is truly what I want for Christmas.
Hey Brian, I mean anonymous, i think theres a car waitin for you in the driveway when you get back
Gee Tom, why is that?
Regards,
Sam Adams
Hi Brian,
Glad to hear you are well and having such a fantastic time. We are all looking forward to seeing you and hearing your stories in person! I know Emily and Jack cannot wait to hear about all the animals you have seen. Jack would like to bring you to his school for show and tell a day….maybe on “t” day for traveler….
All is well here, we are still and probably always will be doing some sort of construction at our house. Tim cannot have idle hands…..We would love to have you up for dinner a night once you are home and settled.
Take care and travel safe.
Love,
Karen, Emily & Jack
Dear Jeff,
You should not be so hard on young Tom. He is a good boy and I wish I had his driving skills.
Warmest Regards in this Holiday Season,
Senator Ted “Chivas” Kennedy (D)- MA
WAR The blonde in the pond and hunting with the VP instead of driving with Teddy
O.K. it was funny until I got to #3. Not appropriate! Although I do think the happy pizza for dad on Christmas morning does sound appealing.
Jokes aside, I am looking for some good ideas. Keep thinking.
Rally tennis is still an option.
For the record i did not and do not drink and drive
Happy Holidays everyone!
B- I’m going to take some of your photos and get them printed on canvases for the house. You’ve got some beautiful pics!
lengthen my penis
lengthen my penis