Le Marais
Write something about Paris? Hasn't it all been said?
I enjoyed the entire weekend I spent in Paris, but really loved the afternoon and evening I spent with an old friend in Le Marais. The Le Marais district of Paris houses the old Jewish quarter and is considered the gay district. You feel so much energy when you walk through the streets of the district, people everywhere, great little clothing shops, restaurants and cafes. After we walked up and down the streets we finally found a great outdoor cafe on a corner with front row seats to people watch! Alas, so sad for a straight woman to see such handsome men walking about, nice to look at but still a sense of loss (!), I sighed, "what a pity!" A bit self-absorbed, I was yanked out of my fantasies by some fellow travelers.
After several hours of conversation, catching up on life with my friend and people-watching it was time for dinner. We walked back to "L'As du Falafel" along the Rue de Rosiers hoping to have falafel! This is a restaurant that is touted as having the best falafel in the world.
This was definitely a wonderful day. And if you get to Paris, be sure to visit Le Marais and Rue de Rosiers!
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The room was nice, very clean and the bathroom was modern. For breakfast you can order a continental breakfast in your room or eat downstairs where hot menu items are offered. Breakfast was 17 euros, a bit pricey but food all over Paris is expensive. WiFi is available in the room for a charge, or there is a computer in the lobby. Because I booked my hotel room directly from the Best Western website, I did not have to pay to use the computer in the lobby, but I was told it costs 8 euros for a 30 min session, otherwise. The hotel staff spoke impeccable English and were extremely courteous and helpful everytime I needed something or had a question. I would stay here again, easily.
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This tiny little eatery is well situated and serves excellent food and wine, and a nice selection of cuisine. The service is friendly and the food was delicious.
The interior is small, cozy and almost cave-like in an intimate way. The tables are close together but people are in their own world so private conversation is not a problem. But just as easy is striking up a conversation with those at a nearby table.
