A Parisian's logbook of escaping a sweltering apartment. I tested a radical solution: a daytime hotel room at the ibis Paris Grands Boulevards Opéra. Here's my verdict on this anti-heatwave haven.
Your shopping spree at Forum des Halles turning into a heat-induced nightmare? Discover an air-conditioned refuge 3 minutes away to shower, drop your bags, and reset your day. The ultimate survival guide.