msmoger Posted October 20, 2012 #1 Share Posted October 20, 2012 We're thinking of possibly taking a European cruise that sales 9/1/2013. I wanted to spend several days in Paris after the cruise (cruise ends 9/9) but we have a wedding to attend on 9/13. The other option is to visit Paris before the cruise (approx 8/25 - 8/30). I've always heard that France "goes on vacation" in August and as a result things might be closed. Is that less likely to be the case that late in August? Thanks, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
cberge Posted October 20, 2012 #2 Share Posted October 20, 2012 We're thinking of possibly taking a European cruise that sales 9/1/2013. I wanted to spend several days in Paris after the cruise (cruise ends 9/9) but we have a wedding to attend on 9/13. The other option is to visit Paris before the cruise (approx 8/25 - 8/30). I've always heard that France "goes on vacation" in August and as a result things might be closed. Is that less likely to be the case that late in August? Thanks, This is NOT true in Paris...everything will be open.Maybe a Mom and Pop store may close,but you will not have any problems. I am really surprised after all these years this rumor still exists.It will be hot,but doable then. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
msmoger Posted October 21, 2012 Author #3 Share Posted October 21, 2012 This is NOT true in Paris...everything will be open.Maybe a Mom and Pop store may close,but you will not have any problems. I am really surprised after all these years this rumor still exists.It will be hot,but doable then. Thanks Karen, that's what I figured. I imagine we can stand the heat since it will be followed by a cool Norwegian Fjords cruise. :D Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rare Keith1010 Posted October 21, 2012 #4 Share Posted October 21, 2012 A few places will be closed but not much. For example sometimes a few restaurants close and a few other small shops but not much. Keith Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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