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Irina Raileanu is the Owner and Director at Avenue Story, a company that specialises in offering short-term luxury apartment rentals for holiday and business travels in Paris , London and Barcelona, with the view of expanding to New York in the future.

4 amazing mini-trip ideas from Paris

ByIrina Raileanu March 25, 2015March 27, 2015

France is known throughout the world for its impressive natural beauty. From the Alps to Normandy’s never ending beaches,…

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The 8 most beautiful parks and gardens of Paris

ByIrina Raileanu March 3, 2015

Taking a leisurely stroll through one of the many parks in Paris is a wonderful affair, with so much…

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A guide to the wine side of Paris

ByIrina Raileanu February 16, 2015

French wine is unquestionably some of the best and most refined in the world. With so much variety and…

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The perfect guide to a mother-daughter bonding weekend in Paris

ByIrina Raileanu September 11, 2014September 11, 2014

As Audrey Hepburn said “Paris is always a good idea”, although we think that she should’ve added “especially with…

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Why stay in a hotel when you can rent an apartment?

ByIrina Raileanu August 27, 2014

It is no secret that vacation rentals have become increasingly attractive to travelers compared to traditional hotels. Today, more…

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The ultimate guide to Paris Fashion Week: the best places to eat, drink and sleep

ByIrina Raileanu July 30, 2014

When it comes to fashion, we will always have Paris. The City of lights wears a merit-worthy crown as…

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The best terraces to enjoy a drink in Paris

ByIrina Raileanu July 15, 2014

Summer is finally here, and that’s cause for celebration. Whether you’re going to hang out on the Bank of…

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5 ways to make your birthday in Paris unique!

ByIrina Raileanu June 24, 2014January 31, 2018

There are hundreds of great ways to enjoy your birthday in the French capital. Indeed, the diverse and beautiful…

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The 7 wonders of the 7th arrondissement of Paris

ByIrina Raileanu June 10, 2014August 16, 2018

A first trip to Paris can be fairly daunting. Down every street and around every corner, there’s something special…

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6 of the best open-air food market venues in Paris

ByIrina Raileanu May 30, 2013June 10, 2014

Shopping at open markets (marché) is a popular and fun way to find the freshest food in town. There…

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6 unusual things you must do in Paris

ByIrina Raileanu April 19, 2013April 25, 2013

Spring is a time when Paris resembles all of its most flattering cliches. The city is suddenly awash with…

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