Dreamer at Heart
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Get Detailed, useful guides for exploring Paris, France, and further afield from a solo female traveler currently living in Paris. I'm Alison, the voice and traveler behind Dreamer at Heart. Six years ago, I switched gears from my teaching career and sold practically everything to travel, honoring my curious and nomadic spirit. And then I landed in Paris.
Dreamer at Heart
5M ago
Ah… Paris in August.
Peak tourist season. Summertime. Warm temperatures. Live music. Charming cafés. What’s there not to love?
In early August 2024, Paris will be in the middle of the Olympic Games. At the end of August, the Paralympic Games will begin. Paris is going to be a bustling hub of athleticism and culture exchanges. It’s going to be a very crowded August in Paris with athletes and spectators from around the world. It’s going to be livelier than normal!
Paris Olympics: Friday, July 26, 2024 to Sunday, August 11, 2024
Paris Paralympics: Wednesday, August 28, 2024 to Sunday, September ..read more
Dreamer at Heart
5M ago
Paris in July sizzles. In more ways than one! Paris in July has a high energy vibe. The French capital is full of tourists and locals enjoying the long warm days and experiencing what Paris has to offer. Whether enjoying the major landmarks, dining at sidewalk cafés, or attending outdoor events and festivals, Paris in July serves up a vibrant and memorable experience for one and all!
The summer of 2024 Paris is going to be a bustling hub of athleticism and culture exchanges. Be prepared for crowds as Paris welcomes athletes and spectators from around the globe. Paris will be showcasing its ic ..read more
Dreamer at Heart
6M ago
The Camargue France is a stunningly beautiful part of the Provence region in southern France. A typical enchanting visit to Provence France includes charming hilltop towns, market days, lavender fields, colourful shutters, and exploring intriguing Provençal cities.
What would be the reasons to visit the Camargue Regional Nature Park (le Parc Naturel Régionel de Camargue)?
Calling all nature lovers! The Camargue is a lesser-explored part of Provence that is a magnificent blend of wetlands, floral meadows, wide skies, and abundant wildlife. A little off the beaten path, the Camargue France is f ..read more
Dreamer at Heart
6M ago
The warmer months in Paris call for ice cream, gelato and sorbet. Not surprisingly there are plenty of fantastic Parisian ice cream parlours to satisfy your cravings! The best ice cream in Paris is found in iconic establishments known for their long-standing excellence, and in pop-up shops where customers happily join the long line to taste handmade ice cream.
My journey to discover the best gelato, sorbet and ice cream in Paris, was filled with inventive flavour combinations that were simply delectable. Looking for a classic chocolate ice cream cone? Artisanal ice cream expertise in Paris pr ..read more
Dreamer at Heart
7M ago
Paris in June is a fantastic month to enjoy the French capital. With warmer temperatures and long daylight hours, Paris is perfect for exploring. From her enchanting streets to iconic monuments, to gardens awash in colourful spring blooms, and street music, Paris in June is a treasure trove of experiences waiting to be discovered. Whether you are a first-time visitor or a seasoned Paris traveller, you will be captivated by the beauty and joie de vivre of Paris in June.
Paris’s June Weather
Paris in June is one of the warmer months with average daytime temperatures ranging from 63°F (17°C) to ..read more
Dreamer at Heart
7M ago
What takes a trip to France to the next level, is the opportunity to savour incredible French food. France is a country known for its exquisite cuisine, thus finding scrumptious things to eat in France is not hard. But how daring are you? Have you slurped an oyster before, or handled frogs’ legs? Will you try a steak tartare or a pot of rillettes?
I’ve been tasting my way through France for many years, especially since moving here. New opportunities to try a classic French dish arise often. From roasted wild boar to guinea hen with chestnuts to pisssaladiére, I am always intrigued by a new di ..read more
Dreamer at Heart
8M ago
Paris in April is one of the best months to visit the City of Lights. Spring has sprung, colourful flowers abound and with that, a magnificent fragrance pervades the city. Paris is a stunner with its cherry blossoms, lilac and chestnut trees laden with blooms, and purple wisteria cascading down unexpected stone walls.
Not to mention, Paris in April has fewer crowds than in the busy summer months, mild weather, and longer days allowing more opportunity to explore all the French capital has to offer. Take a leisurely stroll along the Seine River, visit iconic landmarks, tantalize your senses at ..read more
Dreamer at Heart
9M ago
We were enchanted by St Remy de Provence upon arrival. All plans to rush off on our full day’s itinerary were cast aside the minute we started strolling in St Remy. The town is dreamy and lively. Cobbled streets. Plane trees swaying in the incessant mistral wind. Locals shopping, balancing woven baskets bursting with produce. Baguettes tucked underarm. Classic Provençal life.
Where Is St Remy de Provence?
Saint Rémy is located in the region of Provence-Alpes-Côte d’ Azur in France. It is nestled in the heart of the Alpilles mountain range. The Alpilles, which means “Little Alps,” are known f ..read more
Dreamer at Heart
9M ago
Have you ever tried oeufs mayonnaise in France? A simple egg mayonnaise starter is not nearly as exotic as oysters or frog’s legs that appear on French menus. But somehow this French bistro classic hors d’oeuvre is a winner. Is it the homemade French mayonnaise dolloped on perfectly boiled eggs that makes it so appetizing? As Claude Lebey, a French food critic, once said, “Oeuf mayonnaise cannot be explained. It must be savoured.”
My Introduction To Oeufs Mayonnaise In France
Oeufs durs mayonnaise have deliciously woven themselves into the fabric of my French life.
I find myself happily ..read more
Dreamer at Heart
9M ago
Everyone has heard of the castles in the Loire Valley France. But standing in their presence, immersing oneself in their history and elegance is an enchanting experience more magical than anticipated. Over the last couple of years, I have brought plenty of family to the Loire Valley and, they have all been blown away by the beauty and charm that this region, and the famous castles in particular, have to offer.
The Loire Valley, a UNESCO World Heritage site, is located along the Loire River, the longest river in the country. Not only is this region of France renowned for its stunning châteaux ..read more