Paris, Galleries Lafayette

 I have long been fascinated by the tradition of the Galleries Lafayette Christmas tree which you can read about here - https://www.vision-destinations.com/news/2020-galerie-lafayettes-christmas-tree

This year's tree was, i think, particularly spectacular.

"This year, the theme for the Christmas windows is the epic story of a little girl and a magic paintbrush, taking viewers on a journey to an imaginary land imagined by fashion designer Charles de Vilmorin. The talented teams from Galeries Lafayette have created the window displays along Haussmann Boulevard, telling the tale of the wonderful characters the girl and her paintbrush meet in their adventures. The tree, which has been a tradition since 1976, adorns the centre of the iconic and spectacular dome and is a sight to behold, illuminating the store with festive cheer."

read the whole story here - https://www.completefrance.com/living-in-france/christmas/christmas-arrives-at-galeries-lafayette-paris-haussmann-for-2023/

First, the windows -

Next, the tree under the dome -

Finally.  

Seeing this magical tree was a dream come true.

I am a happy girl.

And the view from the Cafe

More to come!

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Life is Good

More Christmas Cruise - Le Pecq

 

Due to high water, we were unable to dock in Paris as planned, docking instead in the affluent community of Le Pecq, located 12 miles west of Paris, at the foot of the chateau of Saint-Germain-en-Laye.

Viking shuttled us all to our respective destinations.

We were signed up for a 3 night extension in Paris where Viking had booked us into The Pullman Hotel at the base of The Eiffel Tower.

The Pullman is a little bigger and sleeker than what we would have chosen ourselves, but it was fine.  Not as charming as a smaller boutique hotel would be.

After getting checked in we went out to explore and grab a bite to eat  -  this pizza was darn good!

More to Come!

Stay Tuned . . . tomorrow we start exploring Paris!

More Christmas Cruise - Les Andelys

 

Virginia and Arleen

Lisa

Geri Lynn, Arleen, Anthony

Cathy

Cheryl

Elton Guy
Pianist Extraordinaire

More to come!

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