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I know I haven't posted in sooooo long, but I'm still here lurking. I have a question for anyone who's still paying any attention to my blog.

In case you didn't know, I'm an American. I've only traveled outside the U.S. a couple of times, and I never left the western hemisphere either time. I've never been to Europe but have always wanted to visit.

In August, I will be going to Kenya. On the way home though, we have a few hour layover in Paris. It will be very early in the morning, so I don't expect anything to really be open, but I'd like to leave the airport and see something. Paris is such an interesting place to me as a lover of European Royal History.

So my questions are: What should I see on a very tight schedule, understanding that nothing will probably be open, and what's the best way to get around? We will have our carry-on bags, so should we just get an Uber, or would public transportation be better even with the bags?

I don't know if any of you actually live in Paris, but I know some of you are European, and I'm hoping you've been there and can give me some advice.

I would appreciate reblogs so as many people as possible can see this, but if you'd rather, please feel free to DM me or send me an ask. I don't have to share it publicly.

THANK YOU SO MUCH IN ADVANCE!!!!!! I love you all so much!

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Queen Máxima of the Netherlands and Queen Mathilde of Belgium during the second day of Dutch State Visit to Belgium. June 21, 2023.

📷 Josine Droogendijk

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I'm going to put myself out there and say that I really like both of these looks a lot. I don't love the order with Mathilde's, but the dress on its own is lovely.

Queen Mathilde and Queen Máxima during the State banquet at Laeken Castle tonight. June 20, 2023.

📷 Bruno Presse

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The Princess of Wales met Paul Maccartney and his wife Nancy as she attended the official re-opening of the National Portrait Gallery, following a three year refurbishment programme || 20 June 2023

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King Philippe and Queen Mathilde of Belgium have welcomed King Willem-Alexander and Queen Máxima of the Netherlands at the Royal Palace as the State Visit to Belgium kicks off. | June 20, 2023

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THE PRINCESS OF CURLS ♡

The Princess of Wales attends the official re-opening of the National Portrait Gallery, following a three year refurbishment programme || 20 June 2023

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The Princess of Wales attends the official re-opening of the National Portrait Gallery, following a three year refurbishment programme || 20 June 2023

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WILL ♡ CAT

The Prince and Princess of Wales attended the Most Noble Order of the Garter Ceremony in Windsor Castle || 19 JUNE 2023

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The Princess of Wales wore a Philip Treacy Hat as she attended the Most Noble Order of the Garter Ceremony in Windsor Castle || 19 JUNE 2023

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The Spanish Monarchs have offered a lunch in honor of the King and Queen of Jordan at the Royal Palace in Madrid, on the occasion of their visit to Spain. Also Prince Hashem was present. June 19, 2023.

📷 hola.com

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The Princess of Wales attended the Most Noble Order of the Garter Ceremony in Windsor Castle || 19 JUNE 2023

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The Princess of Wales and the Duchess of Edinburgh at St George's Chapel to attend the Most Noble Order of the Garter Ceremony in Windsor Castle | June 19th, 2023

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The Princess of Wales and The Duchess of Edinburgh attended the Most Noble Order of the Garter Ceremony in Windsor Castle || 19 JUNE 2023

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King Abdullah and Queen Rania of Jordan are on an official visit to Spain and, within the scheduled agenda, both Queens met at a cultural event alone.

Queen Letizia and Queen Rania have visited the Workshop Schools and Employment Workshops of National Heritage, in the Royal Palace of Madrid this morning. June 19, 2024.

📷 semana.es

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Crown Princess Victoria and Prince Daniel attended the wedding of Prince Daniel's cousin Sara Westling yesterday. June 17, 2023.

📷 Stefan Jerrevang / Svensk Damtidning

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The Prince and Princess of Wales, Prince George, Prince Louis and Princess Charlotte of Wales on the balcony of Buckingham Palace, London, to view the flypast following the Trooping the Colour ceremony in central London, as the King celebrates his first official birthday since becoming sovereign. | June 17, 2023

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The Prince and Princess of Wales along with their children greeted the crowds from the Buckingham Palace for the Trooping the Colour || 17 JUNE 2023