BonjourParis.com today features First Time in Paris? Helpful Hints  — an article for all of you en route to the City of Light for the very first time.

Voila!

There are ways to avoid awkward moments, ways to navigate to diminish the stress levels, and ways to have a truly fine experience without all the chaos. Full of helpful hints — subtle but loud cultural assists — this article may well bring you more of what you’re after.

Are you ‘winging it’ on your first trip in? Being spontaneous? Fun but you might waste a little time, and build a lot of frustrations unnecessarily. Take a look at the tips provided to help you with your journey.

I hope you enjoy it — and that it helps you as you enter the new, foreign culture of France.

Bon Voyage!