Originally Posted by
mstraveler
Does anyone know if it is possible to get them online ahead of a visit? (I really hate trying to navigate an unfamiliar machine after spending time waiting behind all the other people who are trying to navigate unfamiliar machines

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I have no idea. However, you don't have to use a machine. (In any case, they all offer English.) I bought my Navigo from a live ticket agent at the Alma-Marceau Métro station.