Tag: Paris

‘Emily in Paris’ tests negative for COVID-19

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Netflix’s latest bingeworthy show, Emily in Paris, has been the perfect way for me to escape the harsh realities we’re facing today. From the bright, vivid colours to its amazing soundtrack, the show captures the magical essence of Paris. I was a little hesitant to watch the show, but gave it a chance...

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Queen's accounts on Paris attacks

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For most Queen’s students the Nov. 13 terror attacks in Paris seemed a world away — but for some students, they were right outside their doors. The Journal messaged students and alumni in France and in Kingston who were, and still are, directly affected by the events of Nov. 13. These are their stories...

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Exchange diaries Paris: Culture shock

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Victoria Musial is in Paris on exchange this year. She’ll be sharing her experiences every three weeks as a regular contributor to Lifestyle. When Netflix recently launched in France, angry French citizens worried that it would Americanize their television and film industries. Clearly, the French...

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Exchange diaries Paris: From quiet Kingston to populous Paris

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As I sat in my seat waiting for the plane to take off, reality sank in. “I am spending two semesters abroad in Paris,” I thought as passengers shuffled past me to their seats. Soon, the plane began to make its way down the runway, with the safety video playing on the small screen in front of me....

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Pre-exchange to-do list

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Come September, I will be spending a full year studying in Paris, France. Hopefully, I will return to Queen’s speaking fluent French with a killer sense of style. For now all I can do is daydream about sitting in posh cafés sipping French roasted coffee and walking the narrow streets of the city with...

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Exchange Diaries: A Day In Paris

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By David Kong (Comm ’14) Contributor Paris was made for biking. Chronic subway commuters hardly witness the picturesque streets. Every backend street can be reached and absorbed by bike. Paris has the second largest “Bixi” system in the world called the vélib. It’s extremely practical; check-in and...

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Exchange Diaries: First Impressions of Paris

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By David Kong (Comm ‘ 14) Contributor To quote Les Misérables, “To stray is human. To saunter is Parisian.” Such is the atmosphere in Paris; hustle and bustle does not exist, and a tourist is best served walking purposelessly. Paris is sure to delight and surprise even the most unsuspecting traveler;...

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