“Paris Is Always a Good Idea” – Sabrina
Bonjour mes amis,
Monday while many of you were driving home from the beach or a football game or cooking out on your patio, we were playing like we were the rich and famous.
September 6 would have been the 85th birthday of the Hollywood icon, Audrey Hepburn. This website caught my eye and we decided to act on it by going to the hotel she loved, Hotel Raphael on Avenue Kleber. It’s where she stayed while filming the movie,”Sabrina.”
Our destination was the roof top bar and we weren’t disappointed. It is alas trés, trés cher…very, very expensive. We enjoyed every minute of the nostalgia, the view, the ambiance even though it was a pinch to our pocketbook! 
This was such fun and why “Paris is always a good idea.”
Our final photo of the day was at dusk as we were downstairs at our favorite little café for a cup of coffee. You never know what you may see!
So, while you’re enduring some confinement from the pandemic, find the move “Sabrina” on demand and dream about Paris. Also, if you have Netflix and haven’t watched “Lupin”, you are missing a treat. It’s so clever and also filmed in Paris.
We love hearing from you and read every comment!
L & B
September 8, 2021 @ 9:53 am
Absolutely marvelous idea! The perfect thing to do on a sunny day in Paris! Is that a little dog peeking out of the biker’s bag?
When we were in Amsterdam in December 2019, we learned too late about the “Intimate Audrey” exhibit created by her son to celebrate her 90th birthday and missed it. intimateaudrey.org if you are interested.
Thank you, again, for the wonderful photos!
September 8, 2021 @ 10:05 am
Yes, it’s a tiny little dog! It’s amazing that I noticed in time to get the photo! Thanks for your always kind comments.
September 8, 2021 @ 11:18 am
Though we know the Audrey Hepburn version is the classic, we love the remake of “Sabrina” (with Harrison Ford as Linus). And last night we watched Meg Ryan’s “French Kiss,” which has so many glimpses of the Eiffel tower and the French countryside. We’re with you in spirit and enjoying all the photographs and descriptions!
September 8, 2021 @ 1:20 pm
Love your spirit for this unique day Linda and Bernie! Oh the things you can do when you have more time in Paris. Have watched Lupin and like it very much. Will enjoy Sabrina one evening soon! Thanks and enjoy every minute.
September 8, 2021 @ 1:22 pm
You felt about as I did experiencing lunch and after lunch cocktail at The Grand Hotel on Mackinac. Wasn’t quite as tres cher , though. But still beyond our meager means. A once in a lifetime visit. I never knew the Raphael was so close to our hotel there. What a delightful day!
September 8, 2021 @ 2:41 pm
I am sure you and Bernie fit in perfectly in that swanky spot! Hope the mojitos were good. What a cute little puppy! Good photo catch.
September 8, 2021 @ 7:24 pm
I truly enjoyed your post today. It blends a little Hollywood and a story of a classy dame. The Raphael was luxurious and I’m happy to have been able to view photos of it. I’m glad splurged and stayed around for a bit. Good picture of you, Linda.
September 9, 2021 @ 5:27 am
Merci!
September 9, 2021 @ 1:08 am
Love this, especially the roses!
September 9, 2021 @ 10:02 pm
I loved that movie. You look like you belong there and would have added another layer of elegance to the movie. Always appreciate your posts.
September 10, 2021 @ 6:08 am
Merci!! It was a fun outing, always love pretending to be rich…ha!