I have to admit, I got quite the chuckle out of the Americans in Paris video that’s going viral on the net. Seriously, what couple hasn’t experienced some kind of distraction in the midst of what should be a terribly passionate kiss?

On the other hand, the video revived my travel jones. It’s been over two decades since I last visited Paris, and just seeing it in the background was enough to ensure I’ll be renewing my passport this month. I’d always promised the Venomous Daughter that the two of us would take trip to Europe when she turned 18 (an age when, I hope, she’ll actually be a fun traveling companion). With that day just six months away, it’s now time to get serious. Not that I’m suddenly feeling cash-flush, mind you. It’s just that I figure if I start scrimping and saving now there’s a chance we’ll be able to afford that trip as promised.

The folks at LastMinuteTravel.com are making that easier, as they can make anyone’s travel plans easier, by offering last minute prices in advance. How do they do it? That’s not my business. But let’s just say their air travel and hotel package rates are so low that treating my daughter to a 2-week trip Paris in June to celebrate her high school graduation will actually cost less than the car she’s been pestering me for. And, unlike the car, I get to enjoy Paris with her!

Oooh, la la.