What can you expect from your vacation apartment rental through Feels Like Home in Paris.

RESERVATION PROCESS

Inquiring: You can always expect personal responses to your inquiries and questions. No automated booking systems here. Get real answers from real people who live and work here.

Attention to Detail - you receive a detailed booking comfirmation with information on arrival at the apartment, (Getting in from the airport or train station, how to get into the building, where to find the apartment etc.).

GETTING YOU TO THE APARTMENT

Car service Recommendations: We are currenty working with Elysee Cars from whom our guests receive a special rate for their airport transfer (discount code provided on your booking confirmation).

www.elyseecars.com
Tel: +33 (0)1 46 34 20 86
Fill out an initial inquiry form
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THE WELCOME

Upon arrival into Paris: Calling us when you arrive, means you can be sure that you are being expected as well as receiving up to date information on the best way to arrive at the apartment.

Meet & Greet: You will be welcomed in your vacation apartment rental by an English speaking greeter who will help orient you to both the apartment and the area. (We also have basic knowledge of Spanish, Portuguese and German)

Information for your stay: Our welcome book is your guide to a relaxed and stress-free stay. The book is full of information on how everything works in the apartment as well as a resource for accessing the local amenities. Finding our recommended boulangerie, where to find the grocery store, bus maps and other useful information.

Welcome Basket "Panier d'accueil": In every apartment you can expect to find our welcome basket full of goodies to help you get your vacation off to a good start (coffee, tea, wine, some dish tablets, washer tablets, jam & cookies)

SPECIAL TOUCHES

Unforgettable extras with your vacation apartment rental

Special occasions: Celebrating a special occasion in Paris? Let us know. A surprise awaits you in your holiday rental.

For your HONEYMOON in Paris, we have prepared a special honeymoon welcome in addition to our usual welcome basket, you will receive a bottle of champagne as well as two champagne flutes for you to keep compliments of Feels Like Home in Paris.

Tuesdays with Feels Like Home in Paris: Every Tuesday in collaboration with Cook'n With Class starting March 1st, our guests are invited to attend a complimentary evening of cheese & wine. It's an opportunity for us to get to know you and for you to meet fellow travelers. Space is limited so if interested please inquire as soon as possible.

Gifts: Looking to treat that special someone or yourself? Ask us about gift baskets and other gift ideas.

RECOMMENDATIONS FOR YOUR STAY

FOOD - GOOD EATS. GOOD FOOD.

Restaurant recommendations: You can expect to find restaurant suggestions in all our apartments' welcome books.

Cooking Classes: Interested in cooking classes while in Paris. Our partner Cook'n With Class offers special rates for guests of FLHP for their various cooking classes including macaron making, pastry & baking as well as Market French cooking classes in a convival and relaxing atmosphere. Coming soon! Bread making - learn to make those delectible baguettes another other breads.

Wine Tasting: With so many bottles to choose from, you may be daunting by French wine. Why not consider a wine tasting at Ô Chateau where you can learn about the wines you like and where to find them.

RELAXING AND WELL-BEING

Hair: Looking for an English speaking hairstylist in Paris? Why not visit Polished Hair Salon

Address: 76-78 ave des Champs Elysees, escalier D 2nd floor
Telephone: Ask for Nicole the owner +33 (0)1 43 59 31 48
Be sure to let her know you sent you

Massage:

Local English speaking massage specialist, Helene Dufleit offers Thai, California, Shiatsu & reflexology massage as well as spa and facial treatments in a tranquil oasis. This is a must try special treat while you are in Paris. Spoil yourself for an hour or two and let go of the stresses of traveling.

Telephone: +33 (0)6 82 84 60 48
Email Helene

Austrialian Expat Desbina Collins offers in-house accupressure massages that will leave you relaxed, refreshed and in good form to go out on another long day of sightseeing. Desbina can meet you in the Paris apartment rental

Telephone: +33 (0)6 14 96 15 39

TOURS & ACTIVITIES IN PARIS

Interested in Guided Tours? by an accredited guide who is passionate about art?
Marie-Theres Berger proposes Museum tours in Paris, Day outings in Versailles and Giverny, and personalised tours like “Gourmet Tours” and visits to different areas of “Paris walking Tours”.
For more info and to book: Promenade a Paris

Secrets of Paris - Private Tours & Travel Planning: Book your fully customized, private tour of Paris with Heather Stimmler-Hall, an American guidebook author living in Paris since 1995.

My Genie in Paris - Need help organizing activities in Paris. The Genie selected the most authentic experiences in Paris : market tour, cooking class....And can help you make the most out of your stay with no stress and avoid the tourist traps.

My Genie in Paris can also help you arrange mobile phone rentals, purchasing of tickets to special venues and events and much more.

The Antiques Diva® & Co European Tours takes you behind the scenes to the famous Paris Flea Markets weaving through over 13 districts and 7 miles of antique-filled alleyways taking you past the tourist tack to the real treasures of la Republique. Their team of professional stylista's not only help you source the perfect Parisian piece, but they negotiate on your behalf and liaise with shippers for international delivery to your home. Ask about their tours in England, Belgium, Italy, Holland, Germany and further afield in France.

PHOTOGRAPHY

Julia Griner is a seasoned reportage photographer who captures moments and emotions without the use of studios or lighting for special effects. Capture your holiday in Paris with beautiful images that will last a life-time.

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CHILD CARE

Babysitters:

My Genie in Paris can assist you with getting a babysitter for your child during your stay. We can also recommend some reliable babysitters. Advance notice is necessary.

Cribs & highchairs:

Travel babybeds and highchairs are available for rental upon request.