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Retirement; like your parents, but way cooler
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In 1991 Billy and Akaisha Kaderli retired at the age
of 38. Now, into their 4th decade of this
financially independent lifestyle, they invite you
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Paris was named the City of Light at the
beginning of the nineteenth century after becoming the first city in Europe to
use gas lighting to illuminate its streets. Progress came along with
technological advances, such as the cinema, electric light for outdoors and
indoors, steel manufacturing, and new means of transportation. At the beginning
of the twentieth century, the modernization of public spaces with the electric
lighting of streets and monuments quickly spread to leisure spaces. In the
1930s, the use of neon light became widespread as it was employed to advertise
iconic places of Parisian nightlife, such as café-theaters and cinemas. This
technology was at its peak during the International Exhibition of Art and
Technology in Modern Life in 1937, when the Eiffel Tower, a symbol of modernity,
was spectacularly illuminated.
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Hotel de France, Latin Quarter, Paris, France
Our hotel is located in the historic
Latin Quarter on the south bank of the River Seine, the heart of Paris,
the City of Light In this lively area there are French universities such
as the Sorbonne; places of historical, cultural and architectural
interest such as the Pantheon and the Palais du Luxembourg, as well as
the beautiful botanical gardens of Paris. |
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Arc de
Triomphe Paris, France
The Arc de Triomphe stands in the
heart of Paris's 8th arrondissement. Commissioned by Napoleon Bonaparte
in 1806, its construction was a testament to his ambitions and the
grandeur of the Napoleonic era. |
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The Eiffel Tower Paris, France
We were in Paris and one cannot go to
this City of Light without a visit to the Eiffel Tower! When Gustave
Eiffel designed the tower for the 1889 World's Fair it was initially
considered by some Parisians to be an eyesore. While constructed as a
temporary structure, its utility as a radio antenna saved it from being
dismantled. |
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The
Pantheon, Paris, France
Located in the Latin Quarter of
Paris is the stately Pantheon. Originally commissioned as a church to
Saint Genevieve in 1758 by King Louis XV, the Pantheon has taken many
turns in its existence. First it was a church, then a mausoleum, then
back to being a church, then a mausoleum again and then back to being a
church and then... well you get the idea. |
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Comptoir du Pantheon Paris, France
Ahhhh... Gay Pair-eee! There's
nothing like a fresh croissant with espresso in the morning while
looking out on the magnificent Pantheon in Paris. We found this
amazingly versatile cafe not far from our hotel room which offered
breakfast, lunch and dinner. It was locally popular which is always a
good sign. We ended up going to Comptoir du Pantheon many times for
meals and for our morning cafe and croissant fix. You'll understand why
when you take a look at these photos! |
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The
Unforgettable Streets of Paris, France
There's something magical about
Paris. I could list a dozen things that cause me to love this elegant,
dramatic and historical city. There have been romance and murders, kings
and peasants - the heights and depths of human experience - all leaving
their mark on this town and its people. Paris is mysterious and
spellbinding. |
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Bistro des Champs, Paris, France
We had just finished our tour of
the Arc de Triomphe on this blustery autumn day, and took a stroll down
the Champs-Elysees looking for someplace warm to get in out of the
weather. We found this cheery bistro not far from the Arc,
in fact you can see this monument from our inside table. |
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Cafe le Quartier Latin Quarter, Paris, France
Cafe le Quartier is located in the
Sorbonne area near the Pantheon and offers outdoor seating with views of
some of the famous architecture of Paris. The Latin Quarter has always
been a hotbed of intellectual activity, with philosophers, theologians,
and scientists gathering here. Names like Thomas Aquinas, Voltaire,
Rousseau, and Sartre, would debate and discuss ideas that would shape
modern thought. |
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Happy Hour in Paris, France, Rue de
la Huchette Rue de
la Huchette is an animated Latin Quarter artery with one of the highest
concentrations of restaurants in the city. Greek specialties dominate.
We had been eating lamb gyros for a modest price, and it was through the
narrow medieval streets of this historic district in the Latin Quarter
in Paris, France that we found this enchanting pub. |
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Le Souvlaki Athenien Paris, France
We wanted a traditional lamb gyro
so, we went wandering down this Medieval street in the heart of the
Latin Quarter until we came upon Souvlaki Athenien. BINGO! This
was it. |
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Traiteur Salon de The', Latin Quarter Paris, France
Tea salons are common in Paris, and
the concept can be traced back to the 18th century when tea was
introduced as a luxury item among the aristocracy. Over time, these
salons became social hubs where literature, art, and politics were
discussed over tea, much like the literary salons of the Enlightenment. |
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La Pie Noir Paris, France
There
is never a shortage of restaurants in Paris where one can eat
delicious food. The French are famous for that. But to find a
quaint, friendly place that the French love and at the same time
is also affordable - well that makes for an additional high
mark. |
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L'invitee Restaurant Latin Quarter, Paris, France
We arrived to our hotel in the Latin Quarter of Paris
and set ourselves up in the room. Then we walked a few steps across the
street for a meal. Conveniently, there was this snug restaurant which
promised warmth from the cold and an interesting menu.
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The Louvre and a Bar Nearby, Paris, France
The Louvre, located in Paris, France, is
one of the world's largest and most famous art museums. Having gone
though this magnificent place several times in 1979 we wanted to go this
time, to see the gardens or perhaps some of the amazing gilded
aristocratic rooms. But, sometimes ya just gotta take the hint.
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Bakery La Parisienne de Paris Paris, France
Billy and I were wandering around in the Latin Quarter
of Paris one windy day, when we stumbled upon this award-winning bakery.
The young and ambitious owner, Mickael Reydellet, was born in Normandy,
where dairy products are known for their quality. At the age of 22, he
became manager of his first bakery, and three years later, he created La
Parisienne. This bakery won the prestigious award of Prix de la
Meilleure Baguette Tradition de Paris in 2016. |
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Boucherie Parisienne Debray Paris, France
The French have an artist's manner in the presentation
of their foods, whether it is in a bakery, a cheese shop or even a
butchery. This boucherie offers a range of prepared dishes, convenient
for customers to take home and heat. Specializing in roasted poultry
products like chicken, turkey, and duck, they also sell organ meats like
tripe, liver, and kidneys. And - as you will see below - there are some
seafood options as well. How in the world could a butchery be elegantly
arranged? Let us show you! |
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Specialty Cheese Shop Paris, France
Well-recognized and commercially
significant cheeses in France number between 350 to 400 varieties.
However, if you consider artisanal and local varieties, that number
could balloon to anywhere from 1,000 to 1,600 distinct types of cheese
produced in in this country. That's a lot of cheese choices! When we
wandered through, we encountered cheeses we never knew existed! We were
gobsmacked! |
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Soho Trattoria Paris, France
There is never a shortage of places to
eat in Paris. Our hotel is located in the Latin Quarter, which is a
great location for restaurants, bars and cafes with reasonable pricing.
While gallivanting around seeing the Eiffel Tower, the Pantheon, the Arc
de Triomphe and the Louvre, we stopped by this trattoria to have a brew.
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Walking to See Notre Dame in the
City of Paris, France
Billy takes you for a short walk in this
bicycle-friendly city of Paris on our way to see Notre Dame. The first
time we were in the Cathedral, we were able to walk everywhere and see
the city from higher levels of the church. Today, it was still under
construction to repair the damage from the large fire it suffered in
April of 2019. Notre Dame finally opened in December of 2024 just in
time for Christmas Mass.
To view on Rumble, click here. |
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The Latin Quarter at night in
Paris, France
This old Medieval section of Paris comes ALIVE at
night. Just a short walk from the Sorbonne University, there are
restaurants, bars, shops, cafes and action. We ate at a place that
served chicken gyros, but we wanted the true Greek experience and went
the following day for Greek Souvlaki with lamb! It's a-jumpin' here,
take a look!
To view on Rumble, click here. |
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The Pantheon and Leon Foucault's
Famous Pendulum, Paris, France
We're in the Pantheon in Paris, France
where Billy is showing you Leon Foucault's famous pendulum. In the 19th
century, Léon used the Pantheon to demonstrate the rotation of the Earth
with his remarkable pendulum. Invitations were sent out saying: "You are
invited to come and see the Earth turn". You will also notice the
amazing dome of the Pantheon, and all the intricate details of this
amazing structure. See the link to our pictorial of the Pantheon below.
To view on Rumble, click here. |
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Watch Our Pizza Being Made in Paris, France
It was another cold day in Paris, and while we had
dinner plans for later, the idea of taking a warm pizza home sounded
appealing. This young man energetically prepares our dough, puts on the
toppings and takes the pizza paddle to put it into the wood-burning
brick oven. See the end product! YUM!
To view on Rumble, click here. |
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Using Bolt in Paris, France
We are in Paris, France using a rideshare
called Bolt. It's fast, affordable, and the drivers are professional.
You see the streets of Paris, the famous Haussmannian buildings of
central Paris, cafes, markets and outdoor seating of restaurants.
To
view on Rumble, click here. |
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Viewing Paris from the Eiffel
Tower
Billy shows you the Seine River with the Batotours,
the Arc de Triomphe and the expansive view of Paris from the 1st
observation deck on the Tour de Eiffel. He experiences some acrophobia
(fear of heights) which is a common phobia that many people also have.
You'll also see the many Haussmannian Buildings below that are in
Central Paris.
To view on Rumble, click here. |
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Driving around Paris Using Bolt
Ride Service
We have just seen the Eiffel Tower, and
are riding around Paris with a driver from the Ivory Coast. He says his
name is “Las Vegas” and that's the funniest thing he has ever heard!
What a great laugh. The sun finally came out in Paris, after days of
wind and rain and what a relief! We were going out to lunch to a
fantastic restaurant, only to find out it is closed! Boo hoo!
To view on Rumble, click here.
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