Shop 'til You Drop

If you enjoy shopping, January is a great month to travel to Paris for "Les Soldes" (The Sales). Shops and department stores start to discount their products during the second week of the new year. With discounts of up to 70% off the original prices, shoppers can find amazing deals even on luxury goods.

From stylish shoes to fine jewelry to lovely kid's toys, Paris' charming boutiques have something for everyone. Start your Les Soldes shopping adventure at one of the large department shops, such as Printemps or Galeries Lafayette on Boulevard Haussmann in the 9th arrondissement. Another upscale department store is Le Bon Marché, a gourmet grocery shop and high-end clothes store located on the Rue de Sèvres in the 7th arrondissement of Paris.