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Summary: An eye-opening, stimulating, and EASY way to see Paris.
Review: On my recent visit to Paris, I used headphones and this superb audio book to guide me on my walks. Never again will I try to sightsee with my nose buried in a guidebook! The narrator practically has her hands on your shoulders as she explains EXACTLY where walk and what to notice. I think the directions are clear for both right- and left-brained people. Her tip about how to push the buttons to enter hidden courtyards -- and her guidance as to which ones to be sure to check out -- allowed me to see aspects of Paris that I otherwise never would have encountered. I especially enjoyed the background on particular shops and restaurants (and their proprietors!), as well as the history and entertaining anecdotes. I'm eager to use similar audio books in other European cities.
I don't use headphones in my daily life, but they were really worth taking on the trip. They left my hands and mind free to focus on Paris.
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Summary: What a great idea!
Review: Finally! You no longer have to have your nose in a book to get a little history. What a great idea! These audio tours allow you to free your eyes and hands and just enjoy the walk. Carol Shapiro, the producer, does a spectaclular job combining the narrator, the voices of the authors, and the sounds of Paris to give you a first-class experience.
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Summary: A "Must Have"ÿ
Review: I've taken this book to Paris three times. Our local library discarded the book and I was so upset. It's wonderful to use in Paris or to remember my trips. I was so excited to find in newly published. I have already got one, which I passed on to a friend going to Paris, now I'm ordering another.
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Summary: A "Must Have"ÿ
Review: I've taken this book to Paris three times. Our local library discarded the book and I was so upset. It's wonderful to use in Paris or to remember my trips. I was so excited to find in newly published. I have already got one, which I passed on to a friend going to Paris, now I'm ordering another.
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Summary: Fabulous audiotape
Review: The Pariswalks audiotape is an immensely entertaining and educational way to wander through Paris neighborhoods. You can, for a change, SEE what the guidebooks are talking about WITHOUT having your nose in the book the whole time. The narration is humorous as well as informative. Because this Pariswalks audiotape is so good,I have given theLondonwalks audiotape on faith for Christmas to someone about to head for London. I will never travel to Europe again without first checking to learn whether an audiotape is available for my destination city.
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Summary: The absolute best way to see Paris.
Review: These tapes transformed our last trip to Paris. This is the only way to see neighborhoods and sites you would never otherwise get to see. The pace is perfect, the commentary fascinating. Even our teenagers loved them! We can't wait to do all the other cities.
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Summary: Don't walk Paris without it!
Review: This is a terrific "off the beaten path" type tour guide. These tours take you to areas that other tourists just pass through on their way to the Eifel Tower and Louvre. With this book you experience the real Paris, not the tourist's Paris. At the beginning of each tour (allow one per day), find a bench in one of the many small parks and read the introduction to the tour. While you take in the sights, smells and sounds of the area, you'll learn a bit of history to set the stage for the tour. The walks are slow and intend for you to really look at your surroundings as you read about the history, architecture and people. I wish there were guides like this for every city!
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Summary: Don't walk Paris without it!
Review: This is a terrific "off the beaten path" type tour guide. These tours take you to areas that other tourists just pass through on their way to the Eifel Tower and Louvre. With this book you experience the real Paris, not the tourist's Paris. At the beginning of each tour (allow one per day), find a bench in one of the many small parks and read the introduction to the tour. While you take in the sights, smells and sounds of the area, you'll learn a bit of history to set the stage for the tour. The walks are slow and intend for you to really look at your surroundings as you read about the history, architecture and people. I wish there were guides like this for every city!
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