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04 May 3 Au Pair Testimonials: Great Decisions, Lifelong Friends & Culture Shock

Posted at 01:26h in Au Pair Stories by Lisa Gettings

The Best Decision I Ever Made Verena, 19 years old Taking a gap year to be an au pair in Paris is the best decision I have ever made. Though I originally imagined this year to be a lot different than it has turned out. I have...

13 Mar Why Au Pair Paris?

Posted at 03:16h in Au Pair Stories by Lisa Gettings

Find out why our au pairs are happy they found us! We shot this video on our last visit and got to hear, in their own words, about the value of partnering with a reputable agency like Au Pair Paris....

07 Feb Ask an Au Pair: Lindsay gives fabulous, detailed advice and tips for those new to Paris

Posted at 22:56h in Ask an Au Pair, Learning French by Lisa Gettings

This week, we asked the questions to Lindsay, a 26-year old from Missouri. She lives with her host family in the 12th arrondissement. Here are excerpts from her responses. What inspires you about Paris? Paris has served as a communal meeting place for artists and musicians for...

31 Jan Ask an Au Pair: How Sascha overcame the stress from the Paris attacks

Posted at 22:38h in Ask an Au Pair by Lisa Gettings

This week, we asked Sascha, a 24-year old from Michigan. She lives with her host family in the 2nd arrondissement. Here are excerpts from her responses. What inspires you about Paris? The architecture and the culture. The fast-paced city life here is mixed in with the Parisian...

23 Jan Ask an Au Pair: Tinuke finds great remedies for le mal du pays

Posted at 21:42h in Ask an Au Pair by Lisa Gettings

This week, we asked the questions to Tinuke, a 28-year old from California. She lives with her host family in the 16th arrondissement. Here are excerpts from her responses. What inspires you about Paris? The live music scene. What tools, information or tactics did you find helpful in...

20 Feb France & Parisian Culture

Posted at 02:49h in About Paris & France by Lisa Gettings

Understanding France A wonderful guide about France with tons of tips about bridging the gap between French and American culture Understanding Culture Shock This article is very thorough and will help you if you experience culture shock while living in France. About the Baguette An inquiry into the origin of...