Paris apartment rentals: Left Bank apartments

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Rentals in Paris has grown over the past few years with a number of beautiful apartments in the two hottest locations: Ile de la Cite/Notre Dame and the Marais. It is true that these areas are all the hype these days and everybody is hearing about how wonderful it is to stay there. Our Chanoinesse apartments, Quai aux Fleurs, Arcole, Rue Saint Paul, Vieille du Temple, and Rue de Birague apartments are rented all the time as a result.

We still like to keep in mind our beautiful Left Bank apartments for all those people who prefer beautiful old world settings and everything Parisian the left bank has to offer: The Sorbonne, The Musee d'Orsay, Saint Germain des Pres, Montparnasse, the endless, endless cafes and restaurants including such wonderful classic names as the Cafe de Flores, Cafe Parisien, les Deux Magots, Le Brasserie Balzar, Le Closerie des Lilas, Le Polidor, etc. etc.etc.

Some of our greatest Quintessential Parisian apartments are located there as well:

Rue Vaneau: www.rentals-paris.com/vaneau.shtml
Rue du Dragon: www.rentals-paris.com/dragon.shtml
Rue du Cherche Midi: www.rentals-paris.com/chchmidi.shtml
Rue d'Assas: www.rentals-paris.com/assas.shtml

These are always among our classic Left Bank offerings and are always there for those who love Paris the way it has been for many many years......

Glenn Cooper
Rentals in Paris
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Paris apartments for February

Rentals in Paris is working closely with Paris' Tourism office to promote February as the month of Love (Le Mois d'Amour). There are a number of planned events in Paris which all go along with the world wide Saint Valentine's day. Our renters will receive a number of special brochures and invitations to events being sponsored by the Paris tourism office this February.

We are also happy to offer discounts in February to help to make this Month of Love (Le Mois d'Amour) even more special for all of our guests. Please feel free to ask us what discounts are possible as you reserve now for any last minute trips to Paris.

Glenn Cooper
www.rentals-paris.com

Paris apartment rental news

Rentals in Paris is happy to annonce our new addition to our family; a beautiful one bedroom apartment located in the most wonderful part of the Marais district, the Rue Saint Paul. A few feet from the Seine River and the famous Place des Vosges, this one bedroom apartment will be perfect for those people who love the antique markets on the rue Saint Paul and the Marais activities. Peaceful quiet location a few feet from everything that makes the Marais so special. Please click here to view it:

www.rentals-paris.com/stpaul.shtml

We have also spent time this fall renovating our two most beautiful two bedroom apartments on the Ile de la Cite. Both of these two bedroom two bathroom apartmnts are exceptional, and now with a few new changes in decor, they will ensure even the most demanding guests a perfect Paris pied a terre for their sojourn in the City of Light.
Please click here

http://www.rentals-paris.com/chanoin6.shtml
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We have also reduced our rates for this winter season to help guests to combat the high Euro in effect today. So it will still make sense for you to come on that trip to Paris that you've wanted for a while without ruining your budget this season....

Glenn Cooper
www.rentals-paris.com

Paris apartment rentals still going strong

I have just read the article commenting on the slowdown of the French Tourism industry and it was very striking. However, as the owner of Rentals in Paris LLC (www.rentals-paris.com) and 17 year resident of Paris, I can assure you that there are still hoards of tourists coming into the city each day, even now in November, which is historically a very quiet month for us.

I receive many requests from potential guests looking to come for shorter stays (4 or 5 nights, instead of a week) but they are still comming. This weekend Paris was PACKED with tourists from all countries around the world. Many new Asian and Russian influences, as well as a variety of middle, Eastern Europeans, as well as Americans, Canadians, Australians which have always been big fans of this beautiful city.

It can't hurt to ask for discounts in the calmer months, and at Rentals in Paris, we always do our best to offer them when he have availability in the slower seasons.... For people who love Paris or dream of coming here for the first time, it is definitely a great time to enjoy the City of Light.

Glenn Cooper
http://www.rentals-paris.com

Paris apartments for Business Travelers

Any frequent traveller knows the stress and fatigue of constant air travel. The sensation of always being on the go, and the feeling that beautiful cities start to look all the same. For most business professionals it becomes a nonstop routine of plane; hotel, work, hotel, etc.. With the world always constantly moving and fast pace of business many hotels have opted for the deco of the familiar.

The fast food concept that comfort exists is always being able to depend on having the same product given to you in the same way no matter where in the world you are. The Hyatt in Miami looking awfully familiar to the Hilton in Madrid, to the Sofitel in Paris. The same style of floral wallpaper, and the same carpet, with the same style of chairs placed usually in a similar fashion.

However, for the frequent traveller this can become a daze of single serving cups of coffee, and a haze of single serving shampoo bottles. The result ending in people waking up and not being sure which town they are in, Tokyo, or Berlin. In an effort to combat this voyaging fatigue, many hotels are turning to personal decorators in an attempt to personalise their executive suits. Passing this cost on to the customer as a luxury hotel suite, or premier class executive suites as they are sometimes known. But there is hope for the weary professional, here in Paris.

Many business are often seeking to cut costs in these economically turbulent times without cutting away at the quality. Rentals in Paris, www.rentals-paris.com, offers a great alternative for just this kind of occasion. An apartment located in the heart of the city with everything needed to ensure a successful and relaxing trip. With hi speed Internet access, fully furnished apartments, and fully equipped kitchens, renting an apartment is a great alternative to the same old same old. Gone are the extra costs of the minibar and room service, Internet service charges, and expensive international calls. This provides the businessmen with a comfortable, quiet, and personal experience, guaranteed to castaway those travelling blues. All the apartments are hand picked and decorated to ensure comfort and accessibility to not only the business districts but the sites as well. With many apartments offering free international calling as well as wifi, and even a washer dryer and iron it has everything a business professional would need. If by any chance there is something lacking, the staff, headed by owner Glenn Cooper, is just a quick phone call away and are happy to do everything they can to provide for any special needs that might arise.

For more information please consult the website at http://www.rentals-paris.com or email Glenn Cooper at coopergl@gmail.com .

Paris Ice Cream at Berthillon's

BERTHILLON GLACIER -- Where to find great ice cream in the heart of Paris


There are few things as refreshing as a great scoop of ice cream on a hot summer day. At Berthillion Glacier, you will find some of the world's best ice cream to satisfy even the most discerning sweet tooth. Along with ice cream, Berthillon specializes in scrumptious sorbets that come in a plethora of flavors. Some of the more popular flavors are fraise de bois (wild strawberries), and not to be missed is the chocolate-chocolate for the chocolate affectionado.

They have existed for well over 50 years and have a world famous reputation as being one of the best producers in Europe. They use only natural products and traditional recipes with no added chemicals or flavors. They are closed on Mondays and Tuesdays. Without a doubt Berthillon is a must for any discerning gourmet.

Berthillion Glacier is located right on the Ils St.Louis on that beautiful island in the middle of the Seine River. To top it off there is nothing like a stroll along the Seine to the tip of Ile Saint Louis for a great view of the city with a great scoop of sorbet on a hot day. Hands down the best ice cream in the city.

BERTHILLON GLACIER
31, rue Saint-Louis en l'Ile 75004
PARIS Métro :
Pont Marie, Cite, or Hotel de Ville

Rentals in Paris is proud to provide this information to our guests as one of the wonderful Paris establishments that we can highly recommend.

Neill Porteous
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Rentals in Paris
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Paris Cinema en Plein Air

With activities ranging from canoeing on the seine to free salsa classes at the villette, the summer in Paris has lots to offer even the most finiky of travellers.

This week kicks off the 18th annual Cinema en Plein Air. It is a free outdoor film festival held in the Parc de la Villette in the 19th arrondisment of Paris. Starting on Tuesday the 15th of July, it runs until the 17th of august, showing films projected on a big screen every night for free. All the films are shown in their original format with french subtitles for the English movies.

This year's theme is Ava, Rita, Gina...les étoiles ne meurent jamais ( the stars that never die.) This years selections include Lost in Translation, Charlie and the Chocolate Factory, O'Brother Where Art Thou, Who's Affraid of Virginia Wolf, The Good the Bad and the Ugly, to name a few. There are also films by directors Akira Kurasowa, and Pedro Almodovar.

For a full listing you can go to the official site at www.villette.com, or www.cinema.arbo.com. So bring a blanket, prepare a picnic, and enjoy the show.

Posted by Neill for Rentals in Paris
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The Crystal Skull in Paris?

Known for great food, romantic atmosphere and a wealth of cultural activity, Paris can also be quite an adventurous place! The Quai Branly Museum is exposing the Crystal Skull for the opening of the latest episode of the Indiana Jones saga: Indiana Jones and the Kingdom of the Crystal Skull!
From May the 20th to September the 14th, this museum, specialized in primitive art, is unveiling this ancient artefact, whose origins and conception’s are still surrounded by the greatest mysteries!
The Crystal Skull, a 5 inch high clear quartz ‘skull-pture’, was discovered in the 19th century on the land of the Aztec civilization and never stopped fascinating people ever since it first integrated the Trocadero Ethnology Museum in 1878, as a gift from the explorer Alphonse Pinart.
It was long considered a masterpiece representing Mictlantecuhtli, the ruler of Mictlan, the world of the dead. Its secrets are now yours to discover…

http://www.quaibranly.fr
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Paris NON SMOKING capital

As of January 1st 2008, Paris finally moved into the new age of healthy well being. Smoking has finally been banned in all public places, despite the disgruntled cafe and restaurant owners who felt it would be the end of their businesses.

Thus far, the statistics have not demonstrated reduced patronage in either restaurants or cafes and things do seem a lot more 'lung friendly' these days.

Smokers are doing their thing in the streets in front of the buildings where they work or eat their meals, and for the moment, smokers and non smokers seem to be living peacefully in this beautiful city.

Just another great reason to plan to come back to Paris and to enjoy fully the wonderful restaurants and cafes in this new pleasant environment.

Glenn Cooper
www.rentals-paris.com

Chic Parisienne -- Rachel Kaplan

Rachel Kaplan, author of her outstanding guides about France including Best Buys to French Chic has just created her new website in order to share her knowledge and experience in the nicer aspects of French living with those of us who are new to Paris. She has wonderful insights and is in touch with so many aspects of good French living, that it's worth it just to have a look at her website (www.chicparisienne.com). You can also email her directly with any questions you have about what she and her team can do for you: rachel.kaplan@orange.fr

Glenn Cooper
www.rentals-paris.com

Paris visitors can use Bicycles as part of the Vel Lib program

Starting on July 15th, Paris has offered a new system of transportation to all people living in and visiting the City of Light. More than 10,000 bicycles will be available for rent from 750 self-service stations located conveniently throughout the the capital.

The Paris city authorities have created this program called « Vélib’ », this summer. The principle is simple: pick up a bike from one station and leave it at any other station at any moment during the day, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.

Vélib’ stations are very conveniently located, every 300 meters or so (about the same distance as metro stations are placed throughout Paris) and include a terminal and bike racks.

Annual, weekly, or hourly subscriptions enable everyone (i.e. Paris visitors) to have the opportunity to take advantage of this wonderful new travel option within Paris boundaries. The city has planned to expand the program and by year end, there will be over 1,500 stations and twice as many bicycles available.

Glenn Cooper
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Great Paris restaurants

We like to offer our guests suggestions concerning restaurants that we love and go to regularly. The list is a bit eclectic with a variety of different foods. The service is usually very good in these restaurants and you will eat very well.

1. Chez Georges: 1 rue du Mail, 75002 Paris: Tel: 01.42.60.07.11

2. Thai (Excellent Thai cuisine): 39 rue St. Roch, 75001 Paris: Tel: 01.42.96.28.24 (If you mention Mr. Cooper they will treat you extra kindly)

3. Au Vieux Paris: 24 rue Chanoinesse, 75004 Paris: tel: 01.40.51.78.52 (Again, mention Mr. Cooper and they might even offer you a drink). Owner: Georges

4. Il Poeta (Italian): 31 rue Richelieu, 75001 Paris: Tel: 01.42.60.06.71 (Mention Mr. Cooper here as well)

5. Bistro de Breteuil: 3 place du Breteuil, 75007 Paris: Tel: 01.45.67.07.27 (A great Parisian brasserie near the Eiffel Tower... Price fix menu very reasonable)

6. L'Ecume: 25 boulevard Henri IV, 75004 Paris (next to the Bastille): Tel: 01.42.72.39.85 (A famous steak house)

Any of these great Parisian restaurants will be well worth the trip. I hope you enjoy them all.

Glenn Cooper
www.rentals-paris.com

2 bedroom 2 bathroom Place des Vosges Paris apartment rental

Rentals in Paris is proud to announce our brand new two bedroom two bathroom upscale apartment located at the Place des Vosges in Paris' famous Marais district. It has been entirely renovated and designed with beautiful taste, a number of antiques and put together with all modern comfort we always offer our guests (beautiful bathrooms, high speed internet WiFi, high quality beds, fully functional kitchen, telephone service including calls to the US, Canada, Australia, most European countries, Japan and Israel).

The apartment is located in one of the cornerstone buildings of the Place des Vosges and on the side street exiting the Place, the Rue de Birague.

Please click here to view our beautiful Paris apartment rental:
www.rentals-paris.com/birague.shtml

Glenn Cooper
www.rentals-paris.com

Paris current events

Spring time has arrived in Paris and like each year, there are many new expositions, events and general happenings that are all under way. Here are a few of Paris' current events as brought to you from Rentals in Paris (www.rentals-paris.com) .

1. The Picasso CARMEN exposition at the Paris Picasso Museum (March 21-June 24). Telephone: 01.42.71.25.21

2. Jean Paul Gaultier Fashion exposition being shown at the Paris Musee de la Mode et du Textile (March 22-September 23). Telephone: 01.44.55.67.50

3. The Toy Boat exposition at the Paris Marine Museum (March 21-October 1). Telephone 01.53.65.69.69

4. New Realism exposition at the Grand Palais (March 28th-July 2nd) Tel: 01.44.13.17.17

5. The Circo Aereo (Paris Circus), playing at the Parc de la Vilette (March 28th-April 22nd). Telephone: 01.40.03.75.75

You can also go to the Paris tourism office's main website to see additional current events. www.parisinfo.com

See you soon in Paris.
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New Luxury Marais Townhouse

Rentals in Paris is pround to announce that we have just added on a beautiful private townhouse located in the heart of Paris' historic Marais district. Located on a quiet side street (the Rue des Ecouffes) near the Jewish quarter (Rue des Rosiers) the St. Paul metro station, the Place des Vosges and the Hotel de Ville, this beautiful two bedroom and two bathroom townhouse is a welcome addition to our offerings for our guests.

Please click here to view our elegant contemporary Rue des Ecouffes Paris townhouse:
http://www.rentals-paris.com/ecouffes.shtml

Rentals in Paris LLC
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New luxury two bedroom apartment Paris 7th

Rentals in Paris is happy to announce our brand new two bedroom apartment located in the nicest part of the 7th district, a few feet from The Musee D'Orsay, Boulevard St. Germain and the Bon Marche.

Our Rue Vaneau Paris apartment rental has two bedrooms (one queen size bed and two twin beds) a spacious living room with separate dining area, a full kitchen, full bathroom with bathtub, and a separate WC. The entire apartment has full length Parisian windows that provide excellent light throughout the apartment. The original oak wood floors have been fully restored to their original beauty.

The apartment has high speed internet (WIFI), telephone service including phone calls to most European countries, the US, Canada, Australia, Japan and China, cable tv, a washing machine and dryer, and a fully equipped kitchen.

Please click here to view our beautiful Rue Vaneau two bedroom Paris apartment:

http://www.rentals-paris.com/vaneau.shtml

Please feel free to email us any questions you have or you can reserve directly online.

Thanks.

Glenn Cooper
www.rentals-paris.com