On Mar 7, 8:19 pm, jones wrote:
> Hi! My husband and I will be in Paris for a week in May. Our first
> trip to Europe and I have LOTS of questions! ANY and ALL tips and
> information is WELCOME!!!!!! I live in US.
>
> 1. Currency - what is the easiest way to handle this? Take cash and
> convert it? Where would I do that? I called my CC company and they
> charge 3% on everything I charge!! If I take money from an ATM using
> my CC, I'm charged 3% as well, minimum charge of $10! If I take cash
> over then convert it, am I charged a fee?
>
> 2. Hotel transfer - Our hotel is in the 14th district, we are flying
> into De Gaulle airport. What would be the easiest, most cost
> effective way to get to hotel?
>
> 3. Dinners - how much should I expect to pay for meals? Examples
> would be great!! When we went to Hawaii, I was so shocked by meal
> prices, so I would like to have an idea before hand! :D
>
> 4. What do people generally shop for in Paris? I have a friend who
> bought over 20 pairs of shoes!!! Is designer apparel less expensive
> over there? Any suggestions on a nice momento to bring home?
>
> That's all I can think of right now! I'm sure I'll have more
> questions to come! I did purchase "Paris for Dummies" and a couple
> other books but have found conflicting info so not sure what to go by!
> Thank you!
>
> Edited to add:
> Electricity convertor!! I need one!! Where do I go for these? Do
> they work well?
>
> Computer use. We will not be taking our laptop with us. Are there
> places over there where I can check my email?
>
> Thanks again!
well i have been to europe a fair amount, but not paris....but as far
as the money, I would suggest checking with your various credit cards
and ATM cards, finding out their rates (and availability of Paris
ATMs) and use the lowest cost ones. If you bring US cash, you will of
course either pay a fee or a buy/sell differential or both........The
one thing about most of Europe that is fairly consistent is that the
public transportation, particularly the trains are often the best
way. Remember, you are on vacation, #1 thing is to have fun....
Here are some web links I found that may be helpful:
http://travel.nytimes.com/travel/guides/europe/france/paris/overview.html
http://www.lonelyplanet.com/worldguide/destinations/europe/france/paris/
http://us.franceguide.com/
http://www.francetourism.com/
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