Visiting Paris for a holiday? For a long or short stay, the excellent youth hostels in the city make for an ideal base from which to explore. There are myriad things to see and do in this buzzing and beautiful city; here are just a few, slightly different, experiences you may enjoy.
A Paris Museum Pass
Paris is overflowing with both history and culture, so it would be remiss if you didn't at least take some time to visit the museums in and around the city. The most convenient and cost effective way to do that is to buy a Paris Museum Pass, which grants you access to up to 60 museums. If you're just staying in one of the youth hostels for a weekend, the 2-day pass at €42.00 is a pretty good choice. If you have an entire week and a lot of free time to visit museums at your leisure, then the 6-day option at €69.00 is the best deal.
Meet-and-Greet with the Franglish Community
If you want to meet up with Parisian locals while helping bridge the gap between the French and English languages, then you'll definitely want to sign up with the Franglish community while on a slightly longer stay in one of the youth hostels. Groups meet up at a designated café, pair up, chat in French for seven minutes, switch to English for seven minutes then switch to spend time with another member of the community. It's like a mix of speed-dating and language classes! It's a lot of fun and very useful to get past the first difficult stages of the language barrier.
Pique Your Curiosity for Biology at the Deyrolle
If you're not squeamish and have a healthy appetite for learning more about nature, the Deyrolle Taxidermy shop is a fascinating place to visit. The collection is massive, with drawers and displays showcasing preserved creatures of all shapes and sizes. From tiny bugs with colourful shells to a full-blown giraffe, this amazing taxidermy shop is a wonderful place for curious botanists, zoologists and entomologists.
Relax at the Parc des Buttes-Chaumont
If you just want to get away from the more modern architecture and the hustle and bustle of the city, the Buttes-Chaumont is a beautiful park to spend some down time if you're not yet ready to head back to the youth hostels. Not only can you catch some sun on the well-manicured lawn (in summer, that is), but there's also a large lake and magnificent waterfall that add to the relaxed ambience.
No matter where you turn in this incredible city, there is something to see and do. Whether it's visiting the iconic renowned tourist sites, or seeking out some of the lesser-known attractions, Paris retains its crown as one of the world's most enduringly popular destinations.
Jumat, 29 September 2017
Jumat, 15 September 2017
Oslo's Top Attractions To Complete Your Holiday Experience
There is nothing better than a relaxing and thrilling holiday. The choice of destination can determine the kind of holiday experience you get. The secret to having the best is selecting a destination that has attractions and activities you love and are bound to enjoy. Oslo is packed with holiday activities and attractions to make any visit most rewarding. Here are some of the top attractions you cannot miss out on when visiting the city.
1. Norwegian Ballet and Opera
The glass and marble building is most striking and cannot be missed for anything. It is in Bjorvika and has world class ballet and opera performances not to mention award winning architecture. Walking on the roof of the Opera House is a fun activity and it is open to public.
2. Vigenlandsparken Sculpture Park
It is one of the most unique parks worth visiting in Oslo. It has more than two hundred sculptures on the work of Gustav Vigeland. Some of the most striking sculptures include the Angry Boy sculpture. It is a park that attracts thousands of tourists and locals every year to enjoy the great pieces of art.
3. Akershus Fortress
This is another attraction you must take the time to enjoy. It is a recreational area offering stunning harbor views. You can catch Oslo's rich history in the museums and grand buildings on the 13th century fortress too. It is located at the heart of the city.
4. Holmenkollen Ski Jump
It has been rebuilt recently and is now a state of the art jump featuring the oldest Ski Museum on the world. It also has an observation deck offering magnificent views of the beautiful city.
5. The Viking Ship Museum
In the museum where you will find the best preserved Viking ships in the world dating back to the 9th century. They are displayed in the museum on Bygdoy Peninsula and it also has sledges, wood carvings, horse carts and Viking tools on display.
6. The National Gallery
Home to the largest public collection of drawings, sculptures and paintings in Norway this gallery is a must visit when visiting Oslo. The most outstanding pieces include the Madonna and The Scream by Edvard Munch. Most of the art collections here are older than 1950.
7. The Fram Museum
It has the most famed polar ship in the world. The fun activity is going on board this ship and having a feel of how the Norway polar explorers survived and lived while in the coldest parts of the planet hundreds of years ago. It is without doubt a top attraction in the city.
8. Norwegian Cultural History Museum
Located at Bygdoy, it is locally known as Norsk Folkemuseum. It is one of the largest and oldest open air museums of the world and remains open all year round. You will love the more than a hundred historic buildings it consists of including a stave church from 1250 AD. The museum has plenty to be enjoyed by those interested in the cultural history of the country.
1. Norwegian Ballet and Opera
The glass and marble building is most striking and cannot be missed for anything. It is in Bjorvika and has world class ballet and opera performances not to mention award winning architecture. Walking on the roof of the Opera House is a fun activity and it is open to public.
2. Vigenlandsparken Sculpture Park
It is one of the most unique parks worth visiting in Oslo. It has more than two hundred sculptures on the work of Gustav Vigeland. Some of the most striking sculptures include the Angry Boy sculpture. It is a park that attracts thousands of tourists and locals every year to enjoy the great pieces of art.
3. Akershus Fortress
This is another attraction you must take the time to enjoy. It is a recreational area offering stunning harbor views. You can catch Oslo's rich history in the museums and grand buildings on the 13th century fortress too. It is located at the heart of the city.
4. Holmenkollen Ski Jump
It has been rebuilt recently and is now a state of the art jump featuring the oldest Ski Museum on the world. It also has an observation deck offering magnificent views of the beautiful city.
5. The Viking Ship Museum
In the museum where you will find the best preserved Viking ships in the world dating back to the 9th century. They are displayed in the museum on Bygdoy Peninsula and it also has sledges, wood carvings, horse carts and Viking tools on display.
6. The National Gallery
Home to the largest public collection of drawings, sculptures and paintings in Norway this gallery is a must visit when visiting Oslo. The most outstanding pieces include the Madonna and The Scream by Edvard Munch. Most of the art collections here are older than 1950.
7. The Fram Museum
It has the most famed polar ship in the world. The fun activity is going on board this ship and having a feel of how the Norway polar explorers survived and lived while in the coldest parts of the planet hundreds of years ago. It is without doubt a top attraction in the city.
8. Norwegian Cultural History Museum
Located at Bygdoy, it is locally known as Norsk Folkemuseum. It is one of the largest and oldest open air museums of the world and remains open all year round. You will love the more than a hundred historic buildings it consists of including a stave church from 1250 AD. The museum has plenty to be enjoyed by those interested in the cultural history of the country.
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