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Ashley Lin

Ashley Lin

Travel designer, SPOTS

Ashley Lin is the Paris-based travel designer behind SPOTS. Her eye was shaped by life between New York, Taipei and Paris, and she plans trips with an editorial focus on design, food and culture.

Through SPOTS she has made more than 160 hotel bookings and designed bespoke trips for clients traveling in Paris, across Europe and in Asia. She books hotels through Fora, which gives her clients access to programs such as Virtuoso.

The guides on this site come out of that work. Prices, opening hours and booking rules are checked against official sources before each guide is published or updated.

Guides by Ashley Lin

Red awnings on the façade of Hôtel Plaza Athénée on Avenue Montaigne
  • Hotels
  • Tips

How to Book Luxury Hotels with VIP Benefits

Café tables under the arcades of the Palais-Royal
  • Things to do
  • Tips

Paris in Four Days: A Realistic Itinerary

The fountain and brick pavilions of the Place des Vosges in Le Marais
  • Hotels
  • Tips

Le Marais vs. Saint-Germain: Which Is Better for Your Paris Stay?

Balconies and rooftops at Villa des Prés in Saint-Germain-des-Prés
  • Hotels

Best Boutique Hotels in Saint-Germain-des-Prés

© Puree Maison
  • Food & Drinks
  • Nightlife

Paris from Above: The Best Rooftop Bars in the City

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  • Sights & Attractions
  • Things to do

Day Trips from Paris: From Hidden Villages to Coastal Escapes

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  • Tips
  • Things to do

Paris 101: A Guide to Paris — Essential Overview, District Guide, Landmarks & Getting Around

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  • Hotels

The Best Hotels in Paris with Eiffel Tower Views

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  • Food & Drinks

Where to Brunch in Paris: Local Favorites

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  • Hotels
  • Food & Drinks

Where to Stay, Eat & Explore: The Best Paris Neighborhoods

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  • Food & Drinks

Traditional & New-Wave: A Local's Guide to Paris's Top Bakeries

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  • Food & Drinks

French Cheese 101: An Insider's Guide to Paris's Best Fromageries

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  • Shopping & Gifts
  • Things to do

Saint-Ouen and Vanves Flea Markets: Opening Hours and How to Shop Them

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  • Food & Drinks
  • Things to do

Paris After Dark: Your Ultimate Date Night Spots

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  • Sights & Attractions
  • Tips
  • Things to do

Paris Museum Pass 2026: Prices, Reservations and Whether It's Worth It

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  • Tips
  • Things to do

A Complete Guide to Fall in Paris

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  • Tips
  • Things to do

Summer in Paris: Your Insider Guide

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  • Hotels
  • Tips

Where to Stay in Paris: A Neighborhood Guide for Different Travelers

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  • Hotels

Where to Stay in Paris: Design-Forward Hotels with Neighborhood Soul