Synopses & Reviews
"Breezy, passionate, opinionated, andwonderfully detailed."
—National Geographic Traveler
"Gershman's may be the best guide for novice and pro shoppers alike."
—The Washington Post
For over twenty years, Suzy Gershman has been leadingsavvy shoppers to the world's best finds.
Inside you'll discover:
The best of the Parisian shopping scene, from world-class department stores and trendy boutiques to flea markets, vintage shops, and bargain basements
Excellent values, from antiques to perfume—plus the best gifts for less than $10
The best airfare, hotel, and dining values—so you canmaximize your shopping dollars
For a global shopping experience, check out Suzy Gershman's Where to Buy the Best of Everything.
Synopsis
Paris is the most visited city in the world. France is the most popular tourist destination worldwide with nearly 80 million visitors a year. Paris is one of the top shopping destinations in the world. A 2003 survey (most recent available) shows that the average tourist spends more than 200 ($250) a day while in Paris. And 42.20f tourists bought women's clothes or shoes during their stay (#2 purchase behind postcards and stamps); 29.6% bought leather goods, antiques, tableware and art (#3 purchase); 29.1% bought perfumes and cosmetics (#4 purchase). (source: ParisInfo.com)
Synopsis
The best-known shopping series on the market,
Suzy Gershman’s Born to Shop Guides offer opinionated advice from the inimitable Suzy Gershman on where to find the best stores, boutiques, markets, and values in some of the world’s top shopping locales.
- The best places to shop, from world-class department stores to bargain basements
- Detailed descriptions of shopping neighborhoods
- Listings of conveniently located hotels and restaurants
- Easy-to-follow shopping tours
- Size conversion charts
- Shipping, customs, and VAT information
Table of Contents
1 Best of Paris.
2 Paris Details & Money Matters.
3 Eating & Sleeping in Paris.
4 Shopping Quartiers in Paris.
5 Paris Resources A to Z.
6 Paris Beauty.
7 Ma Maison.
8 Bargain Shopping.
9 Antiques & Flea Markets.
10 Day Trips & Weekends Away.
Pardon My French: Useful Terms & Phrases.
Index.