Originally Posted by tokyotraveler
Would there be a better time of the year to visit? How would Christmas/New Years, time of the year be?
Colder. There's nothing wrong with Valentine's Day in Paris, especially if you are planning some romance. But I personally like to visit in March when spring is in the air, hotel rooms and airfares are low, and the city has not yet been innundated with the masses that are certain to come in the summer.
Definitely do not stay at CDG. You will be a 45 minute RER ride away from everything if you do. There are plenty of good options on either Bank in the heart of the city, especially if you book early.