How To Become Based in Paris

Camarades: Bonjour. Fellow anon friend and French correspondent

Based in Paris

is here to share her perspectives on the expat life in Paris. In our conversation, we discuss:

• How she noticed the subversion around us and became in based in Paris

• Why she moved from America to France

• Misconceptions that Americans have about the French and misconceptions the French have about Americans

• How much vibrant diversity and cultural enrichment she encounters - MSM vs internet coverage of “mostly peaceful protests”

• The similarities and differences between American cities and French cities

• Various kinds of expats and tourists in Paris - is Paris syndrome real?

• Pleasant surprises in expectations vs reality and recommendations for visitors like Musee Orsay

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Joan of Arc weeps:

The Myth of the “Ugly American” In Paris

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