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Hereyouare Don't be a tourist We want to empower urban travelers with immersive experiences that respect the rich ultra-ecosystems It has an almost colonialist ring to it. Tourism?

When DON’T BE A TOURIST Editor, Julien Lacheray, visits a new city, he feels caught between his desire to live like a local and the less comfortable reality of being a traveler. Every time he travels, he is presented with the same challenge: how to go from outsider to insider—how not to be a tourist. These days, “tourist” has become a dirty word and with good reason. Tourists go somewhere because

they have the time and disposable income to do so, often just to entertain themselves. Meanwhile, the planet is literally burning, the climate is changing, and inequalities are growing. At best, tourism exploits local culture; at worst, it erases it entirely. It is a form of mass consumption and it’s destroying the very places it attracts. All of this to say that to be a tourist and to be a traveler are not inherently the same thing. Traveling is natural and healthy. Not so much. That’s precisely why Julien forgoes the renowned landmarks, tourist meccas, when he travels. Instead, he seeks out the hidden gems frequented almost exclusively by locals. After multiple travel-oriented media ventures and having been urged by both friends and followers, Julien has decided to share his vision of what it means to travel right. DON’T BE A TOURIST empowers its users with the best addresses and tips for a truly local experience in some of the most iconic cities of the world.

A week in Paris, seven stops later—some quiet hits, some loud ones, all worth the detour.1️⃣ ​Le Cadoret (​) – A Bellevi...
04/13/2025

A week in Paris, seven stops later—some quiet hits, some loud ones, all worth the detour.

1️⃣ ​Le Cadoret (​) – A Belleville bistro with just enough rudeness to feel authentic; where the charm lies in its unpretentious atmosphere and classic French fare.

2️⃣ ​Le Dauphin (​) – A high-design annex to Le Chateaubriand serving small plates and natural wine to a crowd that’s fluent in both; cool without trying too hard.

3️⃣ ​Elmer (​) – A polished neighborhood spot where the set lunch quietly overdelivers; warm service, thoughtful pacing, and just enough edge to keep things interesting.

4️⃣ ​Datil (.paris​) – One Michelin star, seven courses, fixed price—serious without being stiff; led by an all-female kitchen emphasizing vegetable-forward dishes.

5️⃣ ​19 Saint Roch (​) – Low lights, heavy curtains, and the sense you’ve stumbled into something slightly off-script; an intimate spot that feels both exclusive and welcoming.

6️⃣ ​Argile (​) – Almost minimalist dining room, sharply elaborate plates—a proper lunch spot that doesn’t overstate itself; where the open kitchen adds a touch of theater to the meal.

7️⃣ ​Anna () – A low-key Italian bistro in the 3rd with just enough charm to make you stay for dessert; serving hearty Sicilian dishes in a stylish yet unpretentious setting.

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08/19/2024

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