Grand Powers

As the brand new Eurostar train slowed it's pace with the arrival of the Parisian suburbs, I looked out the window keenly at the city I hadn't been to for over 15 years. The brasseries, the sights, the atmosphere and the culture all awaited me, and I eagerly awaited the chance to explore. As I reached the station concourse, I could easily identify my transfer driver at the head of the…

DAY 1 - Living in London, it is easy to forget how simple it is to get to Paris these days and what a magnificent destination we have on our doorstep. Now that the Eurostar has moved to St Pancras as well, it makes the journey so much easier when travelling from other parts of the country. The new station is a wonderful way to start a journey, and we were able to arrive just forty minutes before…

Paris has quite rightly acquired the name ‘the city of art’ and it would be a mistake to visit without taking in one of its many iconic galleries and museums - the Louvre, the Musée Rodin or the museum of Picasso to name but a few. Entrance is included for all of these and many more with Kirker’s 48 hour museum pass which gives complimentary access to over 60 museums,…

I am one of those people who firmly believes that we all must go away at least a few times a year (although preferably once a month if I can). Paris is one of those quick fixes that you can always fit in on a free weekend. It is so easy to go by Eurostar now. Passport controls and security checks are quick and painless and you only need to arrive at the station 45 minutes before your departure. We…

Thank you for a wonderful trip. The metro tickets and museum passes proved invaluable, we walked straight into the Musee D'Orsay and also the Louvre. Priceless! Also, we chose three or your recommendations for restaurants which were all excellent. Many thanks.