Today’s French lesson: Nuit Blanche.
Meaning: White Night. But French being a romance language, it means so much more-like a soiree that goes so well you don’t return home until the wee daylight hours.

Which perfectly describes the vibe behind a new Vancouver-based tour company called Nuit Blanche Tours.

The company prepares week-long excursions for women to Paris, complete with shopping itineraries, museum passes, a picnic at Versailles, airport transfers, goodie bag, farewell dinner, and visits to the hot boites and bistros around the city.

The fun website even has lists of cool movies and books about Paris to get you in the mood (like you need it!), and advice on avoiding the ogling drageurs, who loiter curbside pledging their undying love.

So whether you are looking for a white night or a white knight, anything is possible in Paris.

The next excursion takes place September 24-30th. $2,100 plus airfare.

Learn more and make bookings at www.nuitblanchetours.com

Published April 7, 2005: Vitamin V, Vancouver’s Online Shopping & Lifestyle Magazine