PARISIAN LIFE

There is no denying Paris to be one of the most culturally captivating cities in the world. Featuring beautiful landmarks and sights all over town, it is almost impossible not to fall in love with the city in just a few days.

The Parisian night life was lit up with Christmas decorations, creating a homely feel throughout the streets. 

Although we did not eat like the Parisians and dare to try the likes of snails or frogs legs, we did devour some kick ass crepes from across our hotel called La Crème de Paris which were AMAZING. The line to order was always outside the door, and holy moly was it worth freezing our toes off for.

Wearing more layers than I thought possible, exploring the streets of Paris was so daunting yet rewarding at the same time.  Only does the language barrier become an issue, when a panic sets in after asking 'parlevu englais' and their reply is negative. Let me tell you the stress levels trying to book a train ticket out of the country speaking a complete different language to a women behind a window... 

Macaroon's in Paris, let me tell you... if you are ever about and want to walk down the street of shops in which you may never be able to afford, I highly recommend scrambling through your coins to find that lose change to devour in a macaroon from Laduree's you WILL NOT REGRET!  

(The one and probably only time this yellow scarf will EVER make an appearance throughout this journey... ima just say yellow wool sticks to black jeans like GLUE)

If I can recommend ANYTHING whist there, I need to say, Disneyland Paris is an absolute MUST.

The inner child will thank you for it trust me. You can most definitely spend all day here surrounded by rides, parades, famous Disney characters and Christmas music played loudly throughout the park. Snow was falling throughout the day, making not only our hands freeze off but  the park looking a little extra magical.

Four cold and snowy days in Paris was more than enough time to live like the locals and explore the town, would most definitely recommend the city to anyone travelling in the winter.

Claire Louise xxx

Trevi Fountain Experience

Stop and take a breath.
Release all negative feelings and take in the serenity.
Look ever so carefully at your surroundings, this may be the last time you return.
The water falls off the architecture, you begin to feel something different.
The noises around you simmer, speech is irrelevant.
Look up.
Believe in the breeze and free your mind.
Crowds of people circle around wanting to capture this moment.
When the moment of bliss arises,  you turn your back, facing the tongues of different cultures.
This brings a smile to your face, you clench your fist a little tighter, knowing momentarily it will be gone forever.
You raise your hand, over above your head.
Close your eyes, think of nothing else.
You begin to countdown in your head 3,2,1
Release the tension in your hand, let go of your fears.
The universe is now in control.
You hear the little drop into the fountain.
It's time to turn back around and face the mystery.
The water is still.
Like anyone else, your dream has fallen into the pond of mist.
All that's left is hope.
The hope for you to return one day.
The hope to change your life.
The hope that whatever you paused for, will bring you peace.
It's time to leave now, you take everything in for the last time and finally, you release that breath, turn away and never look back. 

Claire Louise xx