- Airport to venue:
- From Charles de Gaulle (CDG), take the RER B train to Châtelet-Les Halles, then Metro Line 14 to Bercy (about 40-60 minutes, costs about 13.55 EUR). Taxis are also available (35-50 minutes, about 60-90 EUR). From Orly (ORY), take Metro Line 14 directly to Bercy (about 20-24 minutes, costs about 8 EUR). Taxis are also an option (17-18 minutes, about 25-30 EUR).
- Kosher food:
- Several kosher restaurants and butcher shops can be found in Paris, particularly around Chabad centers. Online resources like Chabad's website can provide listings.
- Chabad:
- Paris has several Chabad Houses, including Beth Habad Champs Elysées, Beth Loubavitch Paris 7, and the Chabad Center of Paris at 8 Rue Lamartine.
- At the venue:
- Handbags and shoulder bags (under 30 liters) are allowed after inspection. Backpacks are not permitted inside the hall but can be checked at the cloakroom for about €2. Suitcases are prohibited. Professional cameras (DSLRs, camcorders, GoPros, selfie sticks) are not allowed; compact digital cameras without flash are permitted. Outside food and drinks are generally prohibited.
- Safety:
- Paris is generally safe, but tourists should be vigilant against petty crime like pickpocketing and phone theft, especially in crowded areas like airports, subways, and tourist attractions. Avoid displaying expensive items and use official transport services.
