David Nicholls, the author of One Day, shares his tips.

The writer Bee Rowlatt finds that a toddler can be a major impediment to appreciating the city.

Natasha Edwards picks out the most child-friendly places to eat, stay and see in the French capital.

George Whitman ran his bookshop in the heart of Paris as a haven for poets and dreamers, says Allan Massie.

We select the best Paris hotels for under £200, from the Solar Hôtel to stylish Mama Shelter.

Our experts suggest where to shop and stay in London, New York, Paris, Boston and Rome.

Our expert Natasha Edwards suggests what to see as winter draws over the City of Light.

Our expert Natasha Edwards suggests what to see as winter draws over the City of Light.

Francisca Kellett checks into the fiercely fashionable - and rather costly - Mandarin Oriental hotel in Paris.

Even without a vintage car, the Twenties aren't hard to find in Paris, finds Nina Caplan.

Images from a new book which demonstrates that in Paris everything looks like dessert.

Jeremy Hart takes in Paris's finest sights from the bouncy comfort of a vintage Citroen 2CV.

Recent openings have given the city some of the world's most luxurious hotels. Natasha Edwards offers a guide.

It's not all red carpet gowns at Paris Haute Couture fashion week, there's chic daywear for women who mean business.

Think it's the season of the maxi dress? Think again. Front row at Paris Haute Couture is where you'll find the trends that count, and there's not a maxi in sight.

Highlights from the beautiful Giambattista Valli autumn/winter 2011 couture show at Paris Haute Couture Fashion Week.

The fashion house presents its first Couture runway show in 15 years without John Galliano at the helm.

Huw Edwards, the broadcaster, advises packing walking shoes, waterproofs and a street map when travelling to Paris.

The contemporary Hyatt Regency Paris-Madeleine hotel offers a relaxing environment and excellent cuisine on the fashionable boulevard Malesherbes.

Our expat blogger Stephen Clarke, author of new book 'Paris Revealed', rounds up some of his favourite facts about the French capital.

Our expert guide on where to go to find the best bars and nightlife in Paris.

Natasha Edwards, a Paris resident for 20 years, gives her tips and advice for the city in springtime.

Our expert guide to Paris offers recommendations for the city's best restaurants.

Our expert guide to Paris offers recommendations on the top sights, attractions and places to shop in the city.

Our expert guide to Paris includes tips and recommendations for getting to and around the French capital.