APARTMENT RENTAL

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1. Airbnb

H OM ELY Whether you’re searching for a pocket-sized studio on Île Saint-Louis or a grand, luxurious Parisian apartment with moulded ceilings and antique furnishings, Airbnb o ers a vast array of short-term private properties to suite every budget. A great place to nd your local Parisian homeaway-from-home, this easy-to-use website has proved a hit in many cities across the world. airbnb.fr

2. One Fine Stay

C H IC With a chic portfolio of glamorous apartments, One Fine Stay is a great apartment rental site for visitors looking for ultra-stylish accommodation in Paris. oughtfully stocked with u y towels, luxury toiletries and ne linens, guests can also enjoy a daily maid service upon request. O ering the comforts of a boutique hotel, their enviable portfolio of well-located Parisian properties are sure to impress. onefinestay.com

3. Paris Attitude

C H OIC E With over 5,000 properties available for short or long-term rental in Paris, Paris Attitude o ers everything from cute Montmartre studios and luxurious apartments, to a medley of truly unique properties, such as house boats, lofts and rare Parisian houses. With a prompt, helpful service in English and an easy-to-use website, simply choose your budget or preferred area to help you nd your perfect Paris homestay. parisattitude.com

4. Paris Luxury Apartments

LU X U RIO U S Live in your own grand Parisian home with Paris Luxury Apartments, whose selective portfolio of opulent Paris homes includes stylish light- lled lofts, classic apartments with antique furnishings and ceiling frescoes, and funky designer spaces lled with original artworks. Apartments may also feature private rooftop gardens, or sweeping views overlooking the Ei el Tower. parisluxuryrentals.com

5. Paris Stay

FRI EN D LY If the language barrier is daunting when searching for the perfect Parisian holiday apartment, visit Paris Stay for their helpful, friendly service in English. With a wide range of apartments located throughout the city, opt for a characterful studio with exposed stone walls, or a funky mezzanine studio in Saint Germain. With short or long-term stays available, you’ll no doubt be tempted to extend your stay in Paris. paristay.com

6. Rue Amandine

P E RSO N A L IS E D With a curated portfolio of stylish properties in the coolest areas in Paris, Rue Amandine o ers one of the city’s most personalised accommodation services. Positioned as a “friend waiting for you in Paris”, the team will work with you to create your own personalised Paris itinerary and custom city guide to suit your individual requirements, helping you and to enjoy the city as though you were a native Parisian. rueamandine.com

Which are your favourite places in Paris? For a business lunch, I like to go to L’Evasion restaurant, which is a typical French bistro next to Saint Augustin. For a romantic dinner, Septime is the best restaurant to enjoy a fantastic meal and to be really spoiled. For a hearty dinner with my male friends when you have a good appetite, L’Ami Jean restaurant is the perfect place to go.

Where is your favourite place to go shopping? When I’m in the mood to go shopping, Le Bon Marché is great and is more peaceful than the other department stores.

What is one of your favourite cultural places in Paris? For a cultural afternoon, I love to go to Musée d’Orsay which is both a classic and charming museum in Paris.

Who do you consider to be some of the most emblematic Parisians? In the fashion world, Hedi Slimane is a star. He has changed the shape

Olivier Bon

Entrepreneur, ECC Group

As one of the founders of L'Experimental Cocktail Club (ECC), Olivier Bon and his partners were the pioneers of a renaissance of the Parisian cocktail scene, launching several highly successful intimate and stylish cocktail bars in Paris. Since launching seven years ago, ECC has become an international success story, laying claim to a global portfolio of cutting-edge cocktail bars, restaurants and now, an ambitious 38-room Paris hotel project scheduled to open in September 2014. We find out where Olivier loves to hang out in Paris.

and silhouette of fashion for men. Catherine Deneuve is, and will always be, a legend of the cinema world. Obviously Daft Punk are the most emblematic musicians. For food one of my favourite topics I would mention Gregory Marchand, who embodies the new generation of chefs.

As you travel often, which cities around the world excite you the most and which destination are you looking forward to discovering next?

I have to acknowledge that I’m addicted to big cities, and like a lot of people from my generation, I’m fascinated by the U.S and obviously by New York which is an amazing city. I’m also looking forward to spending more time in Los Angeles, as it’s such a fascinating and exotic metropolis and is also so far from Paris. However, Europe is very unique and I love the spirit of European people. I feel a bond with cities such as London, Berlin, Milan and Barcelona. I will never be tired to visit these cities and we are very lucky that they are so close in terms of geography and mindframe to Paris.