TRAVELER’S UPDATE

French bus

Travelers arriving at Charles de Gaulle airport face the dilemma of how much it’s going to cost in time and money to get into Paris. Now, Air France is offering a shuttle bus to the City of Light. For $12.50, you ride nonstop to central spots like Place de l’Etoile or Gare Montparnasse. The service is daily to and from town. (http://www.euroquestpass.com)

Pooch party

Your mutt will want to look fabulous for the Urban Pooch Getaway Oct. 18-19 at the Atlantic, Bentley and Capri Hotels in Southampton, N.Y. Rates start at $210 per night per pet; two people may also stay in the room at no extra charge. Includes cocktails and a dog therapy demonstration. What a country. (631-283-

6100, http://www.hrhresorts.com)

Straight talk

The Tower of Pisa has reopened. Reserve your tour spot ($17) by logging onto http://www.opapisa.it/boxoffice.. Print out a voucher and exchange it for a ticket at the Tower.

With Elisa Conaboy and David Landsel