PARIS, FRANCEFor centuries, Paris has been known as Europe's hub of art, culture, and couture. From it's tasty sidewalk cafés to its grand museums and hole-in-the-wall brasseries, Paris has a lot to offer for everyone. Take a stroll along the Seine and dance with the locals on the Paris Plages under imported palm trees. Try the famous souflee or créme brulée - don't worry, you'll be walking so much you don't need to count your calories. Day trips we've taken in the past include: a walking tour of the lively Latin Quarter, ending with the famous macaroons of La Durée; an eerie tour of the city's vast catacombs; a visit to the vibrant stained glass church at Saint Chapelle; a walk around Concorde Square and the beautiful Jardin du Luxembourg, and more.
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LocationAccommodation in Paris located in the Bastille neighborhood of Paris, in the 11th Arrondisement. While in a slightly quieter and quainter part of northeastern Paris, it is a short walk away from the city's action and attractions. Directly adjacent is the famous Marais district in the 3rd Arrondisement, home to fashionable boutiques and trendy cafés. A short metro ride away is Ile de la Cité, an island in the middle of the Seine which houses Notre Dame and gorgeous views of both banks of the river. Whatever you want to see in Paris is at your fingertips.
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BRUSSELS, BELGIUMBrussels is home to the EU, and for good reason. Having belonged to almost every major European power at some point in history, Belgium is a vibrant hub of culture and diversity, with interesting legacies and legends. It's national hero is a young king who peed on invading troops (Mannekin-pis), and the city is famous for its signature foods (Belgian waffles and chocolate, anyone?) and famous art (producing surrealist Rene Magritte as well as comic heroes like Tintin and Asterisk). Day trips from Brussels always includes a tour of the EU, as well as: a day trip to the idyllic canal city of Bruges; a brewery tour of the famous Delirium brewery in Melle; and more.
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LOCATIONLodging in Brussels is in the center of the city, close to the Grand Place, or central square. Within seconds you'll have all the chocolate, waffles, fries, and mussels your stomach could growl for, as well as historical landmarks, stunning architecture, and art from museums to street vendors. Whether you want to go for a walk in the park or have a night out on the town, there will never be a dull moment in Brussels.
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