Meet an Expert: Paris, France

09/21/09  Print This Post Print This Post    8 Comments   Popular   Written by Carlo Alcos
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Photo: Matt Scott

You will go to Paris. And when you do, Matador Destination Expert Matt Scott is your man.

I won’t waste your time talking up Paris. You know it’s cool, hip, and romantic. You know the sites to see.

Or do you?

Sure, you’ve got the Louvre, Eiffel Tower, and the Arc de Triomf engraved into your itinerary, but what about the real Paris?

Matt is a Matador veteran. He’s penned some hugely popular articles such as 10 Volunteer Opportunities for Free Travel and The 10 Most Spectacular Train Journeys in the World.

Besides writing and photography, he also guides tourists around the city of love. So there is no question about it: Matt knows Paris.

More on Matt:

Favorite places I’ve been: Too many to mention but some highlights: India, Nepal, Indonesia, New Zealand, West Coast USA and Alaska – all have stunning scenery.

Matt Scott

I’m fired up on: Food, from all over the world- my breakfast is almost as important to me as what I’m planning to see that day.

Travel style: Just me and my backpack (It’s also nice to have my girlfriend along too) and to really immerse myslef in a culture and place.

Ideal place to watch the sunrise: Waking up where you’ve just watched the sunset.

If you’re shy and aren’t quite ready to ask Matt your questions, he’s also written three Matador guides for Paris, so you can check if the answers are here: Free City Tours in Paris, 48 Hours in Paris, and How to Save Money in Paris.

To contact Matt, visit his profile and send him a message.

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In addition to Matt’s guides above, Matador has published numerous articles on visiting and living in Paris. Just type in “Paris” in the Search bar at the top right of the page and browse around.

We’ve also got you covered all over the globe. Make sure to check out previously featured members at our Destination Experts page.


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About the Author

Matador ID: vagabonderz

Carlo is a Contributing Editor of Matador Trips, originally hailing from Vancouver, Canada. After a two-year stint in Melbourne, he and his wife are traveling slowly with their Bike Fridays; they don't know when, where, or if the journey will end. Follow him on Twitter and at Vagabonderz.com.

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  • gabybali replied on September 21, 2009

    I’ve NEVER been to FRANCE, and I want definitely see Tour Eiffel, L’arc de Triomphe, Louvre Museum, and of course, the REAL Paris!!
    Will check on Matt’s other Paris blog post! Thanks!

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    • Hal Amen replied to gabybali on September 21, 2009

      Love your enthusiasm, gabybali! Matt’s one of Matador’s most helpful members, so you’re in luck.

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  • Carlo replied on September 21, 2009

    France is one of my favourite countries to travel in. The people, the food, the landscape…beautiful. And while Paris stands apart from the rest of the country it’s a great place to just lose yourself.

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  • Gabriela Garcia replied on September 22, 2009

    I agree! Oftentimes, my favorite thing to do in Paris has been to do nothing at all…sit and contemplate by the Sienne river, or in a park, or in a quintessential cafe. Le sigh.

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  • Christy Whitton replied on October 4, 2009

    Ahh Paris! Its our first stop on our trip in December and I cant wait!! I will have to check out his articles….Can’t wait!!!!

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  • Joachim replied on October 8, 2009

    There’s a small typo : it’s not “Arc de Triomf” it’s “Arc de Triomphe”

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  • Ryukyu Mike replied on November 25, 2009

    Carlo, thanks for introducing Matt as a destination expert.

    Matt, grab yer camera and write a piece on SNAILS, woudja?
    If I got the right kind, we could become millionaires !

    Cheers,
    Mike

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  • Matt Scott replied on December 5, 2009

    What exactly would you like to know about snails Mike? I’m sure I know your first question and it’s No, they don’t taste like chewing gum! Garlic flavoured chewing gum is my favourite way to describe them.
    Still, thinking about it, it could make an interesting piece/guide. I might just get something one paper….
    Perhaps we could team up- I’ll challenge you to get an interesting (perhaps appetising?) picture of a snailJ

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