In the Paris guidebook, Steve refers to the TI. What does that stand for?

Isn't it "Traveller's Information?"

TI stands for "Tourist Info". These are information stands located in city centers or airports or main train stations that offer brochures about sightseeing, maps of the city, hotel reservations, etc.

Thank You to all who replied. I now know. I will probably use the TI on my trip.

I think a TI is a great first stop at any destination. There may be something special going on in town that wouldn't be in a guidebook. You can also tell them what you're interested in (some of us want to see the Roman/medieval parts of the city, others want the best bargain shopping). They'll give you a local map and point to/circle/highlight the places you're interested in on the map. A half hour at the TI can save several hours of wandering aimlessly. As an example, I'll be in Spain in April during Semana Santa. Guidebooks refer vaguely to "processions" during holy week. A TI can tell you when and where they will be held.

Christine, "Brad" (previous post) seems like a smart man! Yep, TI is 'Tourist Information" and I somehow didn't make that connection at first either, so don't feel tooo bad! Often Rick will mention in his books which TIs are the most helpful. Sometimes, they get kickbacks from recommending certain restaurants, but they are usually reliable. So I take it you're planning a trip to Paris this year? I was there last year. Fantastic! Have a great time

Ross - and others - bad idea to post your e-mail address in public postings. Opens you to spam and phishing. Just a reminder.

Ross looks more like the spammer with his email on dozens of posts.

Nowadays the shop has "Tourist Info or Information" on it in Germany. In the 1970s and into the '80s that shop had "Verkehrsamt" on it to convey what it was.