Caroline Harrap

Resonate • 22nd March 2025

The French capital’s fabled flea market

One of the largest concentrations of second-hand and antique dealers in the world, the Marché aux Puces, on the northern edge of Paris, offers a portal straight into the city’s past

BBC Travel • 3rd July 2024

Paralympian Arnaud Assoumani plans your Paris weekend

Five-time Paralympic medallist Arnaud Assoumani shares his top tips for the City of Light, from must-see museums and the finest French cuisine to the best vintage shopping.

Bonjour Paris • 6th November 2024

A love letter to Eurostar

With Eurostar celebrating its 30th anniversary, Caroline Harrap pays tribute to the train service on which she has traveled every month (pandemics permitting) for more than a decade

France Today • 25th July 2023

Is Grenoble France’s greenest city?

As last year’s European Green Capital, Grenoble is at the forefront of the environmental movement in France – but could it be the country’s greenest city? Explore this gateway to the Alps, in the Isère département, to find out.

Adventure.com • 27th August 2024

Saint-Denis: Why this often-overlooked Paris suburb should be next on your list

Before the Olympics, the oft-overlooked suburb of Saint-Denis wasn’t exactly top of the tourist trail - but now that’s starting to change. Paris resident Caroline Harrap heads north and finds stately tombs, street art and global cuisine.

Suitcase Magazine • 13th September 2024

10 independent Parisian shops to explore

In a league of its own when it comes to shopping, Paris is not exactly lacking in interesting addresses. But therein lies the problem. When there's a beautiful store around every corner, it can sometimes feel a little overwhelming. Luckily, we've done the legwork for you (it's a hard job etc) and picked out 10 of the city's must-visit independent shops and boutiques.