Paris Archives - Sightseers' Delight

A thought about travel guides when it comes to planning what to see

December 19, 2021 Todd DeFeo

I’m not going to suggest one travel guide over another. But what I want to say is don’t worry about trying to cram everything into a trip.

Do you need anything besides wine, cheese and history from a destination?

November 15, 2021 Todd DeFeo

Over the years, I have written frequently about what makes a destination worth exploring. And, if we’re truly honest, the trio of Wine, Cheese and History pretty much sums it up. If you can find a destination with all three, you should stay there.

France starts COVID curfew as cases climb

October 17, 2020 Voice of America

Portions of France begin the implementation of new restrictions Saturday to try to curb the coronavirus. Paris and at least seven other cities will be under curfew from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. The curfew is scheduled to be in place for at least four weeks.

The Chunnel is the way to go for traveling between London and Paris

March 30, 2020 Sightseers’ Delight

Taking the train a relaxing way to travel while on vacation, and the high-speed train from London to Paris is no exception.

Like naked people? Yay, art!

December 11, 2017 Joe Nevark

Who doesn’t like art? It’s one of the few times in life when you can look at images of naked people, and no one will think you’re a pervert.

Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta International Airport

Officials: Travelers beware of secondhand smoke

November 27, 2017 Sightseers’ Delight

Federal officials are warning travelers about the dangers of secondhand smoke after finding 27 of the busiest 50 airports in the world allow smoking in designated or ventilated indoor areas.

Rare: Frequent travelers know weirdness is everywhere — and they love it

February 15, 2017 Todd DeFeo

Weird, unexpected and surprising attractions make for the most delightful destinations on any vacation. So, when weirdness rears its head, embrace it.

Authorities building anti-terror barrier around Eiffel Towel

February 13, 2017 Sightseers’ Delight

French authorities are planning to erect a bulletproof anti-terror barrier around the Eiffel Towel, according to published reports.

French officials planning overhaul for Eiffel Tower

January 17, 2017 Sightseers’ Delight

Officials in France are planning a €300 million (roughly $321 million) makeover of the Eiffel Tower, according to published reports.

Parisian authorities begin removing locks from Pont des Arts bridge

June 1, 2015 Todd DeFeo

Parisian authorities on Monday started removing an estimated 1 million locks weighing 45 tons from the Pont des Arts bridge in Paris.