Foquet's : The famous and elegant Paris Cafe

Known to be the most elegant cafe in Paris, Foquet's is located along the equally famous Champs Elysees and is a great place for people-watching.

This is definitely on the see-and-be-seen arena. Fouquet's was founded in 1901 and has been collecting anecdotes since then.

It is known to be a celebrity favorite and has attracted Chaplin, Chevalier, Dietrich, Churchill, Roosevelt, and Jackie Onassis (their photos line the walls inside the cafe).

The premier cafe on the Champs-Elysées sits behind a barricade of potted flowers at the edge of the sidewalk.

Although this is a full-fledged restaurant, with a regal dining room on the second floor, most guests come by just for a glass of wine, coffee, or sandwich just as Hani and I did during this particular visit to Paris.

Hani's parents wanted her to experience this much talked about cafe so I accompanied her for some drinks. She was the one who took my photo in this post. Yes there are two coca colas on the table but of course I had to order some red wine in paris (which incidentally I wasnt able to finish). It was early spring then so most of the guests stayed inside.

Ice Grotto, Mt Titlis Switzerland

Inside the remarkable Ice Grotto with dad. The Ice Grotto is a man-made ‘eternal ice’ cave tunnelled out of the glacier located within the grounds of Mt. Titlis, the highest peak in Cenral Switzerland.

Hua Hin Resort, Thailand

A lovely resort, Hua Hin, just three hours away from Bangkok. The Royal family chose to live here away from the traffic and smog of the country's capital.

Didnt have much time to enjoy the place for the Wellness Summit i attended had activities till the evening.

So near yet so far, our cry as we watch the beckoning pristine white sands and blue water. I was able to savor though, the world famous thai massage right in front of the hotel. There are dozens and dozens of massage places offering full body, foot and a host of other services at very affordable prices. A much recommended one is The Blue Elephant massage place where I was able to relax with their great foot massage. Lots of expats patronized the clean parlor with very efficient staff. Its located right across the Hilton.

Photo above was taken at Sofitel where the last day lunch was held. One day I hope to again visit and this time try the famous Chiva Som resort.