A Big Misconception & Paris Olympics Inisde Scoop
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4 ай бұрынThe inside scoop on the Paris Olympics - but first, gotta clear up a misconception that keeps coming up. Go on tour with Fat Tire go.parisinmypocket.com/FATTIRE for a good time in Paris during the Olympics or any other time! 🥂
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My name is Jay Swanson - I'm an American writer living in Paris on an artist visa. Paris (yes the one in France) has been my home for years now and I have every intention of staying here for as long as they'll have me. I write science-fiction and fantasy, vlogged daily for 3+ years, and love pizza a little too much. Now I make videos about visiting Paris, traveling in Europe, and try to share what I've learned along the way. I hope you enjoyed what you found.
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@NadineWalks 4 ай бұрын
Regarding the Olympics, Jess saying- "I think it's more fun to get excited" was one of the most refreshing things. I get that the Olympics aren't everyone's thing, and that if you live in a host city it can be very disruptive while it's happening and while the city prepares... and, sure, the 'too cool for school' attitude might be more typically Parisian than other places. But hearing Jess's perspective was so, so lovely! Besides, those are wise words and can apply to so many things in life. Go Jess! (and, as ever, thanks for these videos)
@JaySwanson 4 ай бұрын
She's the best
@buelax 4 ай бұрын
So glad to see how you have done a 180 on the attitude towards the JO.
@JaySwanson 4 ай бұрын
Yeah, I'm looking forward to it and choosing to keep a good attitude
@bordaz1 4 ай бұрын
Jay, sorry for being off-topic but i spent the last (cloudy and wet) week in Paris for the first time, and to help prepare I binged a lot of your videos. So thank you for being disciplined and dedicated to vlogging! Now that I’ve been there, here are my standout impressions of the city, simplified as much as possible: -police sirens -fat pigeons -window shopping -city as monument -sweets everywhere -aerobic activity -😂
@JaySwanson 4 ай бұрын
Fat pigeons 😆
@zuma-dude 4 ай бұрын
Hotels not being full is not surprising, and neither are the locals leaving. I'm from Los Angeles. I lived here in '84 and everyone feared that the city hosting the Olympics would turn it into a living hell. It turned out the opposite was true. So many people left town that what happened was that traffic was less than normal, and everything was pretty chill. Pretty sure Paris will experience the same. Have fun during it. Also, Paris is going to be so much better when the Olympics are said and done. The "greenifying" (that's not even a word🙄) that's happening is going to be awesome.
@PokhrajRoy. 4 ай бұрын
You’re going to love this: Britannia (biscuit/cookie company in India) has a contest where one could win a chance to attend the Paris Olympics.
@ADAtrips 4 ай бұрын
Where’s the contest.
@PokhrajRoy. 4 ай бұрын
@@ADAtrips Well, it’s an Indian ad. Should’ve mentioned it
@abrushwithtravel 4 ай бұрын
Went through my phone today and found your Original Guide as well as two versions of your 2023. I like the online version as well.
@JaySwanson 4 ай бұрын
Glad you like it!
@pez5098 4 ай бұрын
Thanks for the guide update. Checked it, like it, get the photo quest thing and I can see where you're going.
@JaySwanson 4 ай бұрын
It's a mega quest 😆
@PokhrajRoy. 4 ай бұрын
OMG OMG YES! WE FINALLY GET THE SCOOP D’OLYMPIQUES. I’m so excited.
@kasinyvr9781 4 ай бұрын
Another Vancouverite. The 2010 Winter Olympics were terrific. I worked in the downtown core close to many of the ‘activation’ areas and it was fantastic to be amongst all the visitors and the excitement on a daily basis. We didn’t get much work done but no one cared. I envy you the opportunity to experience the Olympics as a resident of Paris. It will be amazing. Something that gets overlooked is the cultural aspect of the Games. Paris has amazing cultural activities in ‘normal’ times but I suggest you look into the extra events that will be scheduled as part of the JO. A number of friends left town during the games thinking it would be chaotic and they regretted it. The energy and vibe in the city was non-stop, culminating when the Canadian men’s hockey team won the Gold Medal. You could hear the cheers throughout the city. Magical.
@timedino 4 ай бұрын
I lived in Vancouver during the 2010 Winter Olympics. It was fun to participate in some of the cultural events and art people could tap into funding which resulted in enjoyable and fun events and spaces. Hard to say if visitors to the city participated in any of those spaces but myself and friends had a good time. I also found the Olympic visitors seemed to hang around the official venues and central commercial areas. My impression was that the Olympic visitors were there for the sporting events and didn't explore the city much. The unfortunate result was locals avoided their usual restaurants/shopping districts as they feared the over crowding and the visitors couldn't be bothered to go outside the norm. So business took a double hit. Honestly the olympics didn't affect my day to day. Every Olympic city seems to expect an influx in money and business but it seems that is only true for Governments in infrastructure spending and Big Business. The little guy gets left out. I'm sure the people of Paris will enjoy the upgrades in infrastructure and the freshening up of the city.
@rc9272 4 ай бұрын
👍😎 ive found that knowing your sun, rising and moon signs provide good info, but your lifepath number is more telling of your focus and journey in life. I'm #3: creative, expressive and leisure oriented and I embrace it. Especially the leisure oriented part.
@JaySwanson 4 ай бұрын
Any tools that help us better know ourselves are worth a little time 🥂
@danfrost5927 4 ай бұрын
Massive fan of the vlogs.
@JaySwanson 4 ай бұрын
Thank you! 🙏
@dstruch3n 4 ай бұрын
Jess hit the nail on the head for the Olympics - If - it's anything like Atlanta was in '96. We had doom and gloom naysayers with out or control costs on rental housing and hotels. Over-run traffic etc. We don't/didn't have the transportation infrastructure that Paris (and London) have to move people around smoothly. We actually found downtown almost a ghost town unless you were near Centennial Olympic Park, or the other venues. Everyone was friendly and it was easy to move around. We couldn't get the hot gymnastic tickets, but we saw shooting, swimming, baseball, equestrian etc. Wonderful time! Hopes that Paris has a wonderful Olympics!
@JaySwanson 4 ай бұрын
Jess is wise in all her ways
@agyos 4 ай бұрын
If we have the pdf version, can we get connected to the online version without paying again. I understand if we do, but, just wondering. Merci! LOVE Jess! What a shining light!!! I’ll be on the Camino this summer (love happy crowds, but not that interested in the Olympics…Maybe if I lived there.)…but, I expect to be back in Paris next year, and Fat Tire must be fun, if Jess is running it!!!
@JaySwanson 4 ай бұрын
If you got it within the last year you should already have access! If you can't figure it out there's a support link on parisinmypocket.com and we'll get you sorted ASAP
@highfades2594 4 ай бұрын
Would love to see more apartment tours and maybe even hotel tours. You do a great job with that stuff as well!
@JaySwanson 4 ай бұрын
Thank you! Will do!
@Stopmotian1 4 ай бұрын
Oh my gosh, I had no idea there was an online version! I downloaded the 2023 pdf when I bought it (we visited Paris a couple weeks ago) and I did find that some of the places no longer existed. I had to keep the pdf open on my phone and scroll through. It was clunky, haha! I think I was under the impression that there was a map, and didn't know that was a patrons thing either.
@JaySwanson 4 ай бұрын
Sorry I didn't do a better job explaining sooner!
@cheunglab 4 ай бұрын
4:05 pedestrian disappeared behind the tree. 😅
@JaySwanson 4 ай бұрын
😆 Wondered if that cut would throw anyone
@cbarham9181 3 ай бұрын
Hi Jay - considering the barricades and sporting venues set up in the 7th would you recommend staying elsewhere for ease of getting in and out of the area? Perhaps the 5th, 6th or Marais? Thank you!
@bryancoburn4094 4 ай бұрын
They also increased the per night hotel tax by a lot. I stayed in Paris 3 nights a couple weekends ago and had to pay 40 + euros on check out. Waiting to see if they dropped the tax back down again after the Olympics
@JeffKathyS 4 ай бұрын
I love Jessica's accent!
@JaySwanson 4 ай бұрын
🥂🥂
@mirelaxo 3 ай бұрын
She’s an Aussie, so it was a nice surprise because I am also.
@andyshacks7812 4 ай бұрын
Don’t blame Jess for being excited. I would be too. Despite all the “corporatisation “ and inevitable disruption, it’s going to be a hell of a vibe !
@JaySwanson 4 ай бұрын
I hope so too!
@dccoulthard 4 ай бұрын
As far as the places that close, just a thought here. Could you have a web scrape program that can scrape places on Google to find when those businesses are "Permanently Closed" or something like that, and then link it to the guide (or something else that will allow you to confirm it)? I was thinking that something like that might help with updating.
@JaySwanson 4 ай бұрын
It's complicated to be sure, but we're working on some ideas
@amyspeers8012 4 ай бұрын
I don’t have a post office in my village so we would mail things from the tabac. She was a VERY grumpy lady and I hated going. I thought it was because I was American but no-my sweet French neighbor said the same! Seems she didn’t pay taxes and was shut down. We can now mail letter at my small grocery and they are lovely! This is my way of saying I’m a bit jealous of your post office. Hope the post card made it.
@JaySwanson 4 ай бұрын
Post offices EVERYWHERE in Paris 🙏
@FRanceSource 4 ай бұрын
Love Jess. What again is the name of her bike tour company?
@JaySwanson 4 ай бұрын
Fat Tire, I have a link for you if you'd like fas.st/t/xTeG22a5
@FRanceSource 4 ай бұрын
@@JaySwanson Thank you so much. You do have some great friends and enjoyed the vlog as usual.
@janetwanamaker4095 4 ай бұрын
Jay and Jess- can you recommend a place to rent bikes for a whole week? We are tall people (6'7, 6'4 and 5'8.) The city rental bikes in most cities are not a good fit. Is there infrastructure for locking the bikes? We will be near the rowing venue (Vaire sur Marnes) the first week, in the city the second week.
@jessjeacle2311 4 ай бұрын
Yes! Fat Tire Tours :) Use Jay’s link in the description. We’d be happy to welcome you
@JaySwanson 4 ай бұрын
🙏🙏
@carolbrenner3121 4 ай бұрын
Publish it ❤❤❤
@JaySwanson 4 ай бұрын
🙏
@nubisnotstump 4 ай бұрын
Print a yearly edition releasing at the beginning of tourist season ask places you recommend in your guide to sell them there, don't miss the Olympics.🎉
@JaySwanson 4 ай бұрын
🥂
@PokhrajRoy. 4 ай бұрын
Here’s to ending snobbery in Paris.
@JaySwanson 4 ай бұрын
🥂
@carolbrenner3121 4 ай бұрын
Lots of jobs during JO. ❤❤
@JaySwanson 4 ай бұрын
Also true
@josephusanthonybumaat9690 4 ай бұрын
Will the Trocadero photo spot be off limits to tourists then? 🤔
@JaySwanson 4 ай бұрын
That's an excellent question. I don't know yet
@cindydain5801 4 ай бұрын
Love Fat Tire company !
@JaySwanson 4 ай бұрын
They're fun!
@ericleszkowicz898 4 ай бұрын
Wait...what was that bike company?
@JaySwanson 4 ай бұрын
Fat Tire fas.st/t/xTeG22a5 (my affiliate link I should have put in the description 😆)
@carolbrenner3121 4 ай бұрын
Bet he’s either a virgo or Pisces ❤
@JaySwanson 4 ай бұрын
🥂🐟
@westernnut8407 4 ай бұрын
Doesn't know his Sun sign?
@RH1812 4 ай бұрын
Can’t beat getting a physical card or letter. Later: ahh hopefully folk won’t be scammed by the hotels too much!
@JaySwanson 4 ай бұрын
Hope not!
@PokhrajRoy. 4 ай бұрын
Yeah, well, I sent a postcard without an envelope and you can guess what happened.
@PokhrajRoy. 4 ай бұрын
1:44 EXCUSE ME it’s not only the ladies 🌈 (I should’ve been more clearer lol) P.S. Cusps are tough to manage (in my limited experience)
@JaySwanson 4 ай бұрын
😆
@bryancoburn4094 4 ай бұрын
You should do a guide showing all McDonalds locations for Americans visiting Paris for the Olympics
@JaySwanson 4 ай бұрын
Pretty sure Google maps has you covered 😆
@westernnut8407 4 ай бұрын
70 yr old American here, and I've never been to a McDonald's!
@oakpope 4 ай бұрын
Good for him. Astrology is a scam. I totally knew you would be Cancer, perfect match.
@JaySwanson 4 ай бұрын
😜
@ADAtrips 4 ай бұрын
I think I will be over for a couple days next week. (as long as not raining). I need to update my Parisinmypocket. Know more soon. 🌴🌴Aloha
@JaySwanson 4 ай бұрын
Hope you have a blast!
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