Hi everyone!
Sorry for the short hiatus in blogging. I know I kind of left you on a cliff hanger (YAY, I’ve bought a ticket! But aww no more updates). I’ve been playing tour guide all week to my older sister and mom! Driving around LA, shopping, eating out, while all amazing and fun, has taken a toll on me. I’m exhausted. And I’ve totally been neglecting things around here, and in my own personal life.
So now that I’ve bought a one way ticket to begin the start of my adventures, I’ve been completely overwhelmed with trying to plan the trip. I know I have 117 days, but I know that those days are going to FLY by. Since we bought tickets, Johnny and I have been glued to the computer, creating mock itineraries and trying to figure out how we can get the most bang for our buck. Not to mention the fact I’ve been running around LA trying to get a part time job to make some extra cashola. Keep your fingers crossed for me! I should be getting a call soon!
Our original plan was to backpack our way around Europe. But if you know me, or have been following this blog for any amount of time, you’ll know I’m totally not the backpacker type. I hate carrying things, and I much prefer to stay in one area for an extended amount of time. Plus, how in the world am I supposed to fit my 5 inch, leather thigh high boots in a backpack? And yes, I really do have 5 inch thigh high leather boots. Didn’t you know I’m a bad ass bitch?!
Inspired by a post by Suzy Guese, Johnny and I soon realized that it would be a much better option for the both of us to rent an apartment in Paris (after we visit London!) and travel from there. A quick glance at hostel prices in Europe proved that staying in an apartment was a WAY more cost effective option than traveling week to week, country to country. Budget airlines like Ryanair and Easyjet offer awesome deals for traveling around Europe, not to mention the trains and buses that are available. And seriously? How could I say no to living in Paris? Just thinking about it gives me butterflies!
So now comes the hard part… Finding an apartment in Paris. We’ve found some great places, all of course well out of our budget price range. Do you know of any great places to find an apartment rental in Paris? Airbnb.com and Vrbo.com have all been great starting points, but I’d love to hear from my awesome readers!
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haha ” 5 inch thigh high leather boots”
*fingers crossed for you* Sounds like so much fun!!
Girl…I spent SO much money on those boots about 3 years ago. I made it my mission to wear those bad boys every single chance I get. So yeah, they’re definitely getting packed LOL!
Not everyone is meant to backpack. My best friend is one of them! Do your trip your way and you will have the most fun.
Amen girl!!!
Hey hoeface, I am so glad that you decided to not backpack. Girrrrrrrrl you are not the backpacking type! You’re going to love Paris (I prefer London). Be sure to check the budget airlines baggage policies. I know it’s going to be hard…but don’t overpack!
hay gurl haaaaaay! Can you imagine me being a backpacker? Hot mess. And yea, I’m really actually going to do something I’ve never done before…and that’s really think about what I pack. I normally just throw things in a bag and hope for the best. Tragic.
Okay you work them mutha fucking boots. I wanna see them 1) on you & 2) hanging from your backpack as you are traveling around the world. I’m sitting here with 2 Parisians and they say just google “Short term apartment rentals in Paris”. He said there is a million apts available and you can find some for 500-600 euros a month. They pay 1300 euros a month YIKES and its small, but they love it and so do it. I’m down the street from Notre Dame.
thank you so much for the tips Jaime! I just googled it now, and found a really great place for about 800 euros! yay!
Thanks for the mention here Sheryll! I’m glad my advice could be helpful to you. I don’t know about Paris, but for Florence, Italy, I just used Craigslist to look for an apartment. It proved to be the easiest and best way to find a place.
Thank YOU Suzy! I’ve been looking on craigslist, but it’s just so hard to get people to actually email you back! I’m crossing my fingers though!
Oh no, did you change your mind about BsAs???
Europe’s definitely not a cheap place to go travelling but there are always ways around it.
Renting an apartment is way too awesome … and you know that if I head back to the UK during my travels to visit friends and family, I’m totally coming to visit you, right? 
Ryanair and Easyjet are good for being cost-effective – especially on short flights (Do NOT use them for long haul flights – trust me!)
God, I’m so excited for you, hun!
Thank you love!!!! I’m so excited I can barely sleep sometimes. Johnny has been jumping out of his skin! He’s already planning our day at the airport when we leave, completely with bottles of champagne.
Oh, yeah, that reminds me! Let me know which travel insurance provider you guys decide to go with – I’m having the hardest time trying to find a good one. :S