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“My favorite place in the whole world is the city of Paris. to me, Paris stands at the frontier of every major category of travel - in food, art, theater, history, in so many different areas that I simply don't get tired of it.”

Quote by Arthur Frommer

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Arthur Frommer, born on July 17, 1929, is a renowned travel writer from the United States. His works are known for their practicality and accessible style, significantly influencing the development of travel literature. more

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