A Splendid View of the Eiffel Tower

Dinner with Friends

Dinner with friends and an entrepreneur talking about her business concept and how it has evolved over time (all based on content management).

America Abroad

Visited with the Commercial service of the American Embassy in Paris with an overview of the commercial service, trade relationships and career opportunities in he foreign service. Of course high security access ink using controls, scan and more.

Starbucks finally

Ok, we had to have a Starbucks in Paris - some of us had a sense of withdraw and enjoyed our usuals. Nice way to also notice the differences in products and marketing practices.

Day 3 start: Versailles at the center of culture and etiquette

Visited with the group the Chateau de Versailles including the amazing collection of personal effects but also wall size paintings of wars by the various kings and emperors who called Versailles home but also the grounds and the layout of the building including how Etiquette was founded: various levels of access and ways to engage the powers at the tine.

Simply amazing how the kings lived but yet worked to celebrate culture (music, performances, sculptures, architecture, and painting) and beauty (grounds are simply amazing). What was also interesting is how the castle survived the revolution (was not destroyed) and has been maintained by the cultural minister for the many generations to come.

How to become a Parisian in one hour

Well a true treat - this is a funny show. Group was treated to a unique one man show making fun of Parisians and also their own cultures. We had the opportunity to meet the comedian too.

Champs Élysées

The Parisian address where every brand and company at represented and where companies find ways to showcase their product in a timeless way. A 4 story display of old and new card by local car maker Citroen and of course a visit of Louis Vitton.