For nearly 15 years, Renée has returned annually to Paris for long stays that allow her to think of it as a second home.

It has also been a great base for exploring the rest of France and other nearby countries like Ireland, Spain, Scotland, Switzerland, Italy, Norway and Greece. She shares her European travel experiences through social media and published travel articles.

In addition, as a cinephile, she belongs to two Paris-based film groups, including “Lost in Frenchlation,” which showcases newly released French films with English subtitles. She has also been a pitch-person for the Eatwith culinary program in Paris. Renée makes friends on the streets of Paris, in museums and cafés, at concerts, and wherever the opportunity presents itself. She feels fortunate to be a part of several communities of Parisian friends, both native and expat.

Some of her favorite Paris ‘things to do’ can be found on her ‘To Paris and Beyond’ blog: www.raowordplay.blog