Travel: Snippets of Paris (+ Vlog!)

Travel: Snippets of Paris (+ Vlog!)

So this week we FINALLY went back to Paris and I couldn’t be more excited than to tell you all about it. After our disaster trip last year for my 30th birthday – this year, on my 31st we decided to head back to Paris for a second go, to do everything we missed out on the first time!

As we only had 3 days I decided I didn’t want to stress about getting the perfect blog photos or Instagram shots –  and we just relaxed and enjoyed ourselves. It was a bit drizzly and my hair was frizzy but I was ok with that. I was just pleased to be there! I also found walking around a huge city with a giant pregnancy bump pretty hard, on a couple of the days where we walked a lot I had a lot of Braxton Hicks – I’m sure the local’s were wondering what I was doing as I was leaning on walls and lamp posts in the street to try and get them to go away, my pregnant body wasn’t a fan of Paris, sadly. But, I was determined not to let this get in the way!

So, of course even though I said I wasn’t going to blog – in an amazing city like Paris I still had my camera to hand and have taken a few shots and video clips of our weekend in Paris, which I’ve cobbled into a low-key post and vlog…. I can’t help myself.

Travel: Snippets of Paris (+ Vlog!)

Travel: Snippets of Paris (+ Vlog!)

Sightseeing: We spent a busy day seeing the main sights of Paris. Of course, we had to visit the Louvre Museum, although it was so huge I feel I have only just scratched the surface! I saw the highlights though, such as the Mona Lisa and the Venus De Milo, plus I loved the Egyptian section too. One day I need to spend a whole day there and see everything from top to bottom.

One of the things I’ve always wanted to do is take a trip up the Eiffel Tower! Even though Vee is scared of heights she said she’d come with me, although I had to do the top bit on my own and leave her on the second level. It was amazing and so worthwhile, you can see for miles from the top! It was a bit of a cloudy day but it didn’t spoil the views at all, it was a dream come true to finally all the way to top!

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Food:  One of my favourite things about France is the amazing food – mainly, all the sweet treats! On our first day we went for afternoon tea at my very favourite tearoom, Angelina. I ordered exactly the same as last year (and quite possibly my favourite combination in the world) – Tarte Au Citron with the famous rich Angelina Hot Chocolate. I then made it my mission to find the best Tarte Au Citron in Paris, and ate quite a few over the 3 days. Nothing beats Angelina though!

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Going Out: On our last night we got all dressed up for a night at the Moulin Rouge. Even though I love being pregnant and having a bump, I haven’t felt glamorous or stylish at all in months. I find maternity clothes so frumpy! So, I when when Tiffany Rose got in touch and sent me their beautiful Willow Gown in Eclipse Blue to wear for my birthday celebration I couldn’t have been more excited. I spent ages on my hair and makeup and honestly felt like a million dollars for the first time so long. It’s the most flattering dress I’ve ever worn, plus it was super comfortable too.

Our evening at the Moulin Rouge was fabulous! The show wasn’t quite what I was expecting, I was picturing burlesque, but I’d say it’s more of a cabaret, crossed with Cirque du Soleil – but it was crazy, colourful and fun nonetheless and a real experience. The only slight dampener of the evening was that they used live animals in the show (who didn’t look very happy to be there) – this made me feel a bit awkward and sorry for them, which is a  real shame.

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We also enjoyed eating out in our favourite district of Paris, Montmartre. Snuggling in blankets we sat outside and watched the world go by over French Onion Soup and a (very small) glass of wine.

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Lastly, here is a little video I made of the best bits to capture the moment too ….

 


Collaborative post with Tiffany Rose & Eiffel Tower, all words opinions are my own

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  • Your trip sounds awesome! I need to go back to Paris as I seriously need to try Angelina! their hot chocolate always looks and sounds like the stuff of dreams!

  • These are ALL lovely and Instagramable photos hehe! I adored Paris and like you I was only there for a few short days! I can’t wait to someday go back and continue exploring! I’m glad you guys had a better time than the last time you visited xx
    Last time I visited Paris, I wasn’t vegan, just veggie, so I’ve no idea how I’ll now resist all the cakes and pastries! Sighhhh! I went to see the moulin rouge and LOVED it, it was incredible, but like yourself, I was unaware of the live animals until I was there and it did hurt my heart to see them there :/ You looked amazing and your dress is really gorgeous! Lucky girly! I’d glad you felt so wonderful because you looked it too! Time to watch your vlog hehe! x

  • Loved seeing all your snaps on Instagram of your trip… you looked so happy! And you look gorg in that dress.
    Glad you had a nice time 🙂
    Jess – jessandjoshcook.com

  • I have always wanted to go to Paris , not got there yet !! .. but I love your photos (and vlog) … really make me want to go even more !!