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Whether it's a hotel stay, shopping or dining out, a vacation to Paris Can be a pricey proposition. But there are plenty of ways to stretch your dollar in the City of Lights and have a high-end getaway

Barkley Hickcox, a Paris specialist and an owner of Local Foreigner, a travel consultancy, has a few tips to help travelers make the most of their Parisian getaway

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The ideal tine to visit Paris is between November and April, when hold prices are their lowest. Some high-end properties offer even further discounts if you book a stay several months in advance.

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Families traveling to Paris should consider stay in high-end apartment instead of a hotel, Ms Hickcox said. "An apartment is less expensive than booking multiple rooms at a five-star hotel, and since you have a kitchen, you can save money on food costs by eating in occasionally, "she said.

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Paris is known for fine cuisine, but rather than dining at one of the city's renowned restaurants at dinnertime, go for lunch, when the tab will be much lower and the cuisine just as good. "you'll find lots of great eateries where you can have dinner with wine for 35 to 50 euros a person, "she said.

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Ms. Hickcox's favorite way to explore Paris is on foot. "You can fully appreciate the city's beauty by walking, and it's designed for walkers because there are walking paths and sidewalks everywhere” she said.

For longer distances, she suggested using the city's bike share system, Velib. A weeklong pass costs 15 euros, and there are stations everywhere. There is another choice if you are not so much fond of biking. 25__________ . Paris' subway system. it's convenient, and you can buy daily and weekly passes.

A. Dine out

B. Eat smart

C. Try the Metro

D. Stay in a hotel

E. Ditch taxis and cars

F. Travel at the right time

G. Choose the right accommodations