Watched Rick Steves on this region of Italy and have added to our list of must see and do when in Italy. https://www.walksofitaly.com/blog/cinque-terre/hiking-trails

Tour Eiffel by night | 4K

Chateau de la Chevre d'Or

Included in my Top Picks for France (A), Château de la Chèvre d'Or

has been chosen as #1.  The Top 20 Hotels in France & Monaco (not including Paris): Readers' Choice Awards 2015

http://www.cntraveler.com/readers-choice-awards/2015/europe/top-hotels-in-france-and-monaco-not-including-paris-readers-choice-awards-2015

It is true, there are some FREE things in Paris. https://bonjourparis.com/food-and-drink/7-awesome-paris-activities-that-are-absolutely-free/

If you are going to Paris and plan to visit the Lourve or any other musee, PLEASE do yourself a huge favor and purchase a Paris Museum Pass.  The money saved can be spent on food!  You need to purchase before you leave. LOL http://booking.parisinfo.com/