Betsy Mikel Travel Articles

Best Architecture Cities in the World

Great architecture is both artistic and scientific, both beautiful and practical. Even more, architecture gives us cultural clues about a city's past, present and future.

A Guide to English Language Bookstores in Paris

Among Paris' countless tourist attractions are some classic English-language bookstores. Betsy Mikel loves books and lived in Paris, so here she tells us about the best of them.

Running in Paris: A Guide to Scenic Trails and Special Advice for the City

Quite a few people love to combine some aerobic exercise with their vacation, but Paris is among the European cities where it's not always easy. Elizabeth Mikel has lived there and here she shares all her expert tips and best routes.