Le jardin de Bagatelle is a park located within the Bois de Boulogne, in the 16th arrondissement of Paris, on the edge of the “pelouse de Bagatelle” (lawn of Bagatelle). It’s one of the four centres of the botanical garden of the city of Paris, including le jardin des serres d’Auteuil, the parc floral de Paris and the l’arboretum de l’école du Breuil. Continue reading “Le jardin de Bagatelle” »
Made legendary by painters, writers, photographers and filmmakers of the late 19th century, Parisian guinguettes are a true heritage of French culture. Continue reading “The history of Parisian guinguettes (open air cafés)” »
Want to cool off and take a dip? Aloha invites you to discover the five most beautiful pools in Paris! Continue reading “The most beautiful Parisian pools” »
Between the plants and sculptures, the jardin des serres d’Auteuil conceals treasures from the view of passers-by. Let’s take a closer look at this beautiful green space that’s well worth a visit. Continue reading “The jardin des serres d’Auteuil (botanical gardens)” »
What better way to visit Paris than by bike? Relatively flat, the capital is perfect for a bicycle tour. Follow the guide to find out how to (re) discover Paris by bike! Continue reading “Discover Paris by bike” »
Montmartre is one of the nicest areas of Paris for a pleasant walk. With its steep alleys, panorama of the capital and good restaurants, the butte de Montmartre delights tourists and locals alike. Let’s take a closer look at the must-sees in the vicinity. Continue reading “Must-sees in Montmartre” »
The Butte Bergeyre is a small district perched on a hill in the 19th arrondissement of Paris. Unaffected by mass tourism, the hillock is one of the best kept secrets of the city. A sneak peek on this unique place. Continue reading “A small village in the heart of Paris – la butte Bergeyre” »
French food is renowned worldwide, and the greatest chefs come to Paris to earn their stripes. But where does this taste for cooking in France come from? Let’s take a look back at the French culinary tradition and how it has evolved over the centuries. Continue reading “Why are the French such good cooks?” »
In the mood to discover really unusual cinemas in Paris? Aloha reveals the most unique places in the city to see a film. Continue reading “The most Atypical cinemas in Paris” »
The René-Dumont coulée verte (French for green course) is an old Parisian railway line converted into an exotic linear park stroll through the capital. It’s an ideal stroll to get off the beaten track and discover another side of Paris. Continue reading “Discover La coulée verte” »