Now that we’re comfortably in September, it’s time to admit it, guys – summer’s over. And while that brings with it cooler temperatures and shorter days, it also means travelling is cheaper and less frantic.
And that’s particularly good news for young travellers, who tend to be the most budget-conscious among us – in fact, stats from a Focaldata survey found that 80 percent of Gen Z respondents said affordability plays a role in where they choose to go.
So, with searches for travel in this upcoming autumn season soaring by 26 percent among this age group, where are they opting for? Well, according to Airbnb, it’s Paris.
That’s right – the French capital has stolen the crown as the top-trending destination for Gen Z travellers this autumn, but when you think about there being fewer crowds and cheaper places to stay, it makes sense as the best time to tick the iconic city off the bucket list.
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But it isn’t just your transport and accommodation options which are a little kinder on the wallet at this time of year – have a look at all the best Paris Airbnbs here – there’s also a shedload of seriously fun and quintessentially Parisian experiences on offer, for less than $100 (around €85) per person.
Oh, you’d like some examples? Well, how about the chance to turn your hand to some pastry making with none other than the chef and owner of esteemed cookery school Maison Fleuret, Matthieu. You’ll join him in a private kitchen and follow closely as he teaches you how to craft the perfect praline-filled pastry. Yum.
But, if you fancy something with a little more joie de vivre, we’d recommend booking onto a cabaret class at Crazy Horse, where you can learn the steps, kicks and most importantly, attitude of a cabaret dancer.
But there’s plenty more where that came from (we’re talking about vintage shopping at Saint-Ouen, exploring a secret chocolate factory and a culinary tour of a food market) so have a browse all of Airbnb’s experiences in Paris.
Oh, and check out our roundup of the very best things to do in the French capital, from dancing the night away to live jazz to visiting its most outstanding galleries.
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