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Great food in the 18th arrondissement in Paris (Montmartre and Sacre-Coeur)

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The 18th arrondissement in Paris is a bit of an overlooked bit of the city, even though two (some would argue three) big tourist destination are right in it. This post shares our experiences with some of the wonderful restaurants, bakeries, and little stores. And as a bonus, one of the most wonderful, hole in the wall, Vietnamese food stops right next the Eiffel tower. Just Been There Art Look at or buy art inspired by this trip. If you like this trip, but can't go, or you too have just been there, this unique art may rekindle fond memories of your own trip. Click the image for a link to the online store. Note: you will be leaving this site and connect to the artists site.   Inspired by the Musee d'Orsay   All art copyright by: Christine Ong-Dijcks  Sacré-Cœur, Montmartre, and the Moulin Rouge Yes, that is why most people take the metro from the center of Paris. Clamber up the hill, sit in the famous Montmartre cafes and sometime take a quick peak at Moulin Rouge. And...

Three Countries in Three days - Southwest Germany, a bit of France, and some Switzerland

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One of the exciting things of traveling through Europe is that you can visit three countries easily in a few days. You'll see big similarities and subtle differences. Oh and in this case, you'll need two currencies. And, to be safe, bring a passport to at least one of them. Travel like Just Been There Five days in Southwest Germany, with a bit of France and some Switzerland can look like this: Day 1 - Arrive in the Freiburg / Black Forest area Day 2 - France, Colmar day trip  Day 3 - Titi See and Freiburg Day 4 - Switzerland, Schaffhausen - Basel loop Day 5 - Pack up or extend (more later) Just Been There Art Look at or buy art inspired by this trip. If you like this trip, but can't go, or you too have just been there, this unique art may rekindle fond memories of your own trip. Click the image for a link to the online store. Note: you will be leaving this site and connect to the artists site. Locks on the Canal (Colmar) All art copyright by: Christine Ong-Dijcks  Where to ...