MY BUCKET LIST #1: THE LIFE OF VAN GOGH, PARIS

Summary

The video follows the journey of a traveler who embarks on a trip to Paris with a stopover in Abu Dhabi. Upon arrival in Paris, they immerse themselves in the city's art scene, visiting places significant to Vincent van Gogh, including his former residences and the locations that inspired his paintings. The traveler also explores local cuisine, trying traditional French delicacies like Madeleines and Éclairs, and experiences the city's public transport. Amidst the art and culture, they encounter the challenges of travel, such as language barriers and weather changes, but remain captivated by the city's charm and history.

Takeaways

• 🌍 The narrator embarks on a journey to Paris with a stopover in Abu Dhabi, highlighting the long travel duration and the excitement of the trip.
• 🥞 The narrator enjoys eating pancakes and fruits, and humorously questions a food item that resembles an egg.
• 🛬 The detailed travel itinerary includes departure from Jakarta at 6PM, arrival in Abu Dhabi at 11PM local time, a flight to Paris at 2:30AM, and arrival in Paris at 8AM local time.
• 🎨 The narrator expresses admiration for Van Gogh, particularly his life in Paris and the rapid growth of art during his time.
• 🚖 Upon arriving in Paris, the narrator opts for an Uber to the hotel due to being pressed for time, and suggests public transportation as a cost-saving alternative.
• ☁️ The weather in Paris is described as cold and unpredictable, changing quickly from cloudy to sunny.
• 🏨 The hotel check-in process is mentioned, with the narrator noting that they could only check in after 2PM and had to wait with their luggage.
• 🍴 The script describes various food experiences, including a snack shaped like a donut but made of chicken, and a traditional French cake called Madeleine.
• 🖼️ The narrator visits places significant to Van Gogh's life in Paris, including his former residences and the art supply store he frequented.
• 🍰 The exploration of Parisian cuisine continues with the tasting of éclairs and a discussion about the local preference for enjoying them with tea.
• 🏛️ The visit to the Musée du Louvre is detailed, including tips for navigating the museum and highlights such as the Mona Lisa and Venus de Milo.

Q & A

What was the speaker's initial destination mentioned in the script?

The speaker's initial destination was Paris, with a stopover in Abu Dhabi.

What food did the speaker choose for themselves and what did they think of it?

The speaker chose pancakes for themselves and enjoyed them, making a 'Nom~ Nom~ Nom~' sound to express their satisfaction.

What mode of transportation did the speaker use to get to the hotel in Paris?

The speaker used Uber to get to the hotel in Paris, with the pickup spot at exit door 16a.

What famous artist's life did the speaker express interest in exploring in Paris?

The speaker expressed interest in exploring the life of Vincent van Gogh in Paris.

What was the weather like when the speaker arrived in Paris?

The weather was a bit cold at 14°C when the speaker arrived in Paris, with conditions changing quickly from cloudy to sunny.

What traditional French cake did the speaker try and what are its main ingredients?

The speaker tried a Madeleine, a traditional French cake made from eggs, flour, sugar, and butter.

What is the significance of the windmills that the speaker mentioned in the script?

The windmills were significant because they were one of Van Gogh's sources of inspiration when he lived in Paris, and he painted them despite them not functioning at the time.

What is the name of the museum the speaker visited, which Van Gogh also visited during his time in Paris?

The speaker visited the Musée du Louvre, which Van Gogh also visited to see the works of the masters.

What famous painting did the speaker see at the Musée du Louvre and what is its size?

The speaker saw the Mona Lisa at the Musée du Louvre, which measures 77cm by 53cm.

What is the name of the restaurant the speaker visited to try escargot and how long did they wait to be served?

The speaker visited a restaurant that has been serving escargot for 192 years and waited approximately 1.5 hours to be served.

What souvenir did the speaker find interesting at the Musée du Louvre's souvenir shop and why?

The speaker found a reel viewer with a number of paintings interesting because it offered a unique way to view different artworks and could be a memorable keepsake.