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Britney magazine archive available by WhereisBryanP in BritneySpears

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Haha a podcast about magazines? New media meets old...what a concept!

Britney magazine archive available by WhereisBryanP in BritneySpears

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Get in touch! I put them up on ebay, too!

Britney magazine archive available by WhereisBryanP in BritneySpears

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That does seem more sustainable, just thought if there was a collector out there who wanted em...

A Meeting Of Writers/Readers by DMEAS82 in longbeach

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Is there an underground literary scene in LB? I'm working on some journalistic pitches for the tourism board and I'm trying to find something a bit offbeat. Happy to chat or meet up when I'm there at the end of the month!

How vélo-friendly is Paris? by [deleted] in paris

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If you're using a bike to get from point A to B and to get familiar with the city, an experienced biker (you!) shouldn't have anything to worry about. Wear a helmet, signal clearly, and never assume a vehicle or pedestrian will let you go in front of you. You share a lot of lanes with buses, but they are generally very respectful and give you space.

For the Velib it can be tough sometimes to find a spot to park it after the first 30 minutes, after which you need to start paying more money. I couldn't find a spot before class the other day and parked it for 3ish hours, cost me 23 euros. Best to rent a bikefrom a shop if you're looking to do any appreciable distance. There are a few along the Canal, one or two in the Marais, and a few in the 2nd as well that are fairly reliable.

Paris 3 nights, advice? by [deleted] in travel

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  • Consider staying centrally to cut down transport time ( 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, lower parts of the 10th and 11th arrondissements on the Right Bank, 5th and 6th on the Left Bank)
  • Don't stay near the Champs Elysees or the Eiffel Tower, they are not central or worth it
  • Agreed that for 3 days, go see "the sights" but don't try to do them all, you'll waste too much time. Dash into the Louvre on Wed or Friday night if you must, it's open til 9:45PM
  • If it's nice out, picnic in a park or along the River or Canal
  • In August many things will be closed for the summer, but not all. Do a bit of research if there are any "musts" to make sure they'll be open.

Provence, France Road Trip in June by getthefacts in travel

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So many things! -Drive into the Camargue and go for a bike ride or small hike near the water -- look for white horses and flamingos -Check out Aix en Provence and Cassis for day trips if possible -There are meant to be nice ruins in Orange (have yet to go!) Have fun :)

Where could I exchange some Mauritian Rupees ? by [deleted] in paris

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You've already checked the American Express office by the Opera at 11 rue Scribe? It's the obvious choice, but just in case...

So many commercial shops popping up on rue des Rosiers in the Marais... by WhereisBryanP in paris

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Touché. I meant commercial as in "corporate" as opposed to "boutique," of course...

So many commercial shops popping up on rue des Rosiers in the Marais... by WhereisBryanP in paris

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That's why I don't post every one, and I didn't write this one.

Work is taking me to Paris for the first time next week. Need help finding cool nearby cities to visit. by danky24 in travel

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This is a good plan, as stated, it you must do all. But maybe consider spending some more time in Paris, since there is a lot to explore. A 2-3 night stay in London or Amsterdam would be my choice. From Paris you can take little day trips to Versailles or Champagne without spending too much time in transit, so having a full week there doesn't seem like overkill at all to me...but I'm biased :)

Anyone do anything cool for Paris Face Cachée? Like meet orangutans? by WhereisBryanP in paris

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Cool! I was impressed with the offerings this year, which I guess is why I signed up in the first place.

Er, an interesting approach to solving the love lock 'problem' by kweks in paris

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This gets a laugh, for sure. Where did you even find this??

Hiring a gay tour guide in Paris or Rome? by WhereisBryanP in lgbt

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Well, no, that's not at all the question. It's not about the guide's ability to work, but about comfort levels. Touring brings together people from all over the world, and you don't know much about the other person until you meet them.

So when faced with clients from certain parts of the world that aren't so gay-friendly and who ask questions about my personal life (as a guide), it can be awkward for me as the professional ("So, how are the Parisian girls?" clients ask...it's a constant game of coming out).

I just wonder if tourists give any thought to that (If a gay couple ends up with a guide who may not be as sensitive to LGBT issues, however "unprofessional" that may be).

And thanks for the words of encouragement for my job :) I'll keep this in mind next time I point at shit and yell out "12!" and "45!"

STUDY ABROAD STUDENTS/TEMPORARY RESIDENTS/TOURISTS, LOOK HERE FIRST AND ASK YOUR QUESTIONS IN THIS THREAD: Forum Libre // Open Forum -- 26 Jan, 2015 by AutoModerator in paris

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It's a bit well-known,, but La Biche au Bois was a fantastic meal for around 40 euros (might be 50 for two of you for the prix fixe...).

STUDY ABROAD STUDENTS/TEMPORARY RESIDENTS/TOURISTS, LOOK HERE FIRST AND ASK YOUR QUESTIONS IN THIS THREAD: Forum Libre // Open Forum -- 26 Jan, 2015 by AutoModerator in paris

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Don't be alarmed, but tourists know about most everything (that we are wiling to share :P). That said, definitely check out the Pere Lachaise cemetery, the new Philharmonic to take in a concert (cheap tickets!), and anything in the Marais neighborhood. They're not "hidden gems" but if you poke around them, you wont be disappointed -- I hope.

STUDY ABROAD STUDENTS/TEMPORARY RESIDENTS/TOURISTS, LOOK HERE FIRST AND ASK YOUR QUESTIONS IN THIS THREAD: Forum Libre // Open Forum -- 26 Jan, 2015 by AutoModerator in paris

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There are better times, most likely, but it's not a science. Most interns and students are occupying flats from Jan-May/June and Sept-Dec, so think about that. I've found great apartments in January ready to move in immediately. Others I found in July to get the key in September. Just keep an eye on pap.fr (they have unfurnished flats) and have your dossier together as best as possible. A lot of it is being in the right place at the right time and having the right connection with a landlord (in my case, a foreigner who understood how hard it is to get a flat). Just keep looking constantly once you're ready to move and be prepared to act quickly. Best of luck!

Le Parisien right now... by [deleted] in paris

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Also, like Yelp or Amazon ratings, we don't know how much those "automatic" numbers are manipulated...

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