Real Postcards

Reason for choosing this destination:

We absolutely love Paris, and wanted to enjoy a more authentic experience by staying in a gorgeous Parisian apartment.

Accommodation:

Apartment in Rue Charlot, Marais (3rd arondissement), booked through Apartments Actually www.apartmentsactually.com/)

Favourite activity:

Overindulging in a few wines and French cheeses at one of the many small bars in the Marais!

Best thing about your accommodation:

Our accommodation was really what made our stay unforgettable. We were lucky enough to discover Apartments Actually, a boutique company run by two Australian friends living in Paris who rent out a small selection of beautiful apartments. They gave us all sorts of 'local' info about favourite haunts, restaurants, markets etc, which really made our trip. Our apartment offered a great Parisian experience - it was charming, spacious, and in a perfect location - everything that most hotel rooms are lacking!

Tips or advice for others:

While the big galleries like the Louvre and the Musee d'Orsay are incredible, spend some time at the Musee Marmottan and the Orangerie - two smaller galleries that have a much more intimate feel, and which hold some of Monet's most beautiful works.