Paula & Andrew

Saturday afternoon will belong to the Musee d”Orsay. After spending several hours roaming the museum’s inspiring collections, including a special exhibition of Manet (one of Paula’s favorites), the newlyweds will sit for a late lunch in grand dining room. Afterwards, they will head over to the auditorium for a presentation of the works of Alice Guy, the world’s first woman filmmaker. A viewing of her silent films will be presented in their original format, accompanied by a live performance by the Paris National Conservatory of Music!

Here's a chance for the couple to indulge in Andrew's love of architecture and urban planning via Context Tours' "About Les Grand Projets: a Contemporary Vision of the Parisian Cityscape." This three-hour walking tour, led by an architect, will showcase how Paris' history will affect its future through development.

Chef Paula can't wait to add a few French dishes to her repertoise via an advance cooking class during the honeymoon.

Some say the secret to visiting the Louvre is to go at night. Heeding this advice, the happy couple looks forward to exploring this jewel in the crown of French culture until it closes at 10pm, and then enjoying a late dinner overlooking the museum at Café Marly. Tre magnifique!

The Fleet Foxes, one of Andrew and Paula's favorite new bands, are performing to a sold out crowd at Bataclan, a funky venue built in 1864 known for its cheesy Chinese impressionist architecture. Fun!

Paula couldn’t leave Paris without visiting the city’s acclaimed museums of fashion and advertising. This gift includes admission to all three museums (only 1 ticket needed for this fashion adventure), plus a $50 gift certificate to 107 Rivoli, the museum’s boutique filled with home furnishings and fashion accessories.

Paula and Andrew LOVE finding new bands together, and this former train station turned concert hall is well-known for showcasing promising young bands when they come through Paris. On Friday night, Flech D'Or presents The Leisure Society, a fantastic indie folk band from London. Check em out: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uK3suPi0pXQ

After several days exploring Paris, Paula and Andrew will be ready for some adventure! And what could be more fun than exploring the French countryside on a Vespa scooter. Zoom zoom!

Located just around the corner from their apartment, Les Deux Magots is the legendary literary cafe where early morning regulars Jean Paul Sartre, Simone de Beauvoir, and Ernest Hemingway would occupy tables and write for hours. A perfect way to begin a day in Paris!

Le Forum, on the Boulevard Malesherbes, is known for "a boundless passion for classic cocktails" - just like Paula and Andrew. This gift includes two of Le Forum's signature aperitifs - the Manhattan.

Treat Andrew and Paula to an unforgettable night in Paris and combine dinner at the Eiffel Tower with a Seine River Cruise. It's the perfect introduction to the city of lights, bursting with architecture, monuments and historic sights!

Help Paula and Andrew continue their honeymoon bliss upon their return to New York. Chef Anita Lo's celebrated restaurant in the West Village will welcome "Mr. and Mrs. Foley" over a unique three-course dinner.

Paula cannot wait to route out the stinkiest and sharpest cheeses in the famous fromageries of Paris. Ideal for early evenings around the apartment.

One of Andrew's favorite places in Paris, the modern art collection at Centre Pompidou is quite impressive and the outdoor cafe on the roof has breathtaking views of Paris and a fantastic menu.

Nestled within the oldest luxury department store in Paris, "La grande epicerie de Paris" is a one-of-a-kind grocery store that offers over 5,000 products from all over the world. A foodie's heaven.

Paris is in full bloom in May, and what better way to enjoy one of the City's most beautiful public parks that with a gourmet picnic.

Sunday brunch is a New York City tradition, and just so Paula and Andrew don't get TOO homesick on their honeymoon, this treat will remind them of the Big Apple. La Maison Mere in the Ninth is home to one of the most popular Sunday brunches in Paris, complete with Champagne for two and a copy of Le Monde!

Nestled within the Lyon train station, the breathtaking dining room of Le Train Bleu is a perfectly preserved monument to the Paris Exhibition of 1900 and boasts having the best beef tartare in all of Paris (prepared table-side of course). A lunch to get dressed up for! Check it out: http://www.le-train-bleu.com

Hidden Kitchen is an acclaimed underground supper club in Paris started by two American chefs. Each month, the hosts serve 16 people a seasonal 10 course tasting menu paired with wine. Amazing food and a great opportunity meet new people! www.hkmenus.com

Indulge the happy couple in a massage for two at one of Paris' most tranquil spas.

Treat Paula and Andrew to the most breathtaking 360° views of Paris at the rooftop cafe at Montparnasse Tower, including two chilled glass of champagne and nibbles.

Known as the Belly of Paris, this 12th century central food market has served as both the literal and figurative stomach of a burgeoning metropolis. This is a three-hour walking tour led by cultural historian Carolin Young, and will surely help the honeymooners work up an appetite.