Arles -- known for Van Gogh but also Bullfights and Gladitors
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Les Baux de Provence
After the Olive Farm we headed to Les Baux de Provence. Our coach slowly wound its way up to the parking area. There was a short walk from the parking area to the Village, where many restaurants, cafe's and souvenir shops along the little cobblestone roads. The village of the Les Baux de Provence … Continue reading Les Baux de Provence
Arriving in Arles
The bus trip was a bit long and to top it off one poor lady coughed most of the way. She sounded awful. Later on the second leg of the trip up the Seine people were dropping like flies with the flu. It turns out that's what she had. Probably needed a mask and antibacterial … Continue reading Arriving in Arles
The Little White Train that could- Nice France
We went down to where the Little White Train was parked. Many people were already sitting in it so we asked the driver and he said to hop on and he will come and get the money. It was only 10 euros each for adults and 5 euro for children 4-12. So we found a … Continue reading The Little White Train that could- Nice France
Promenade des Anglais – The French Riviera
Nice is famous for its Promenade de Anglais with 7 kms of beach alongside. The "sand" is actually small pebbles. We watched some people walking or trying to walk on the beach. A few were smart and had slip ons to protect their feet. It was August and the beaches were packed. Beach umbrellas, … Continue reading Promenade des Anglais – The French Riviera
Dubai – Nice
Finally we boarded our flight from Dubai to Emirates. Our seats were down the back of the plane. Even before our flight left, people were moving seats, as the flight was not fully booked. We thought that was strange as here in Australia they like you to sit in your booked seat until the plane … Continue reading Dubai – Nice
Dubai Airport
Our first stop was Dubai. We arrived there about 2.30 am. We thought we had found our gate to catch the flight to Nice. However, discovered that in Dubai they do things just a little bit different. As we walked trying to find a cafe etc we discovered we had to go through a customs, … Continue reading Dubai Airport
In flight vegetarian meals!
We left Perth on time and Muriel and I got settled in and began watching the huge amount of movies that were on offer with Emirates. I had ordered vegetarian meals for my flight as they were not able to offer fish free meals. My first meal came and all I can say it was … Continue reading In flight vegetarian meals!
The start of the holiday
I was flying to Perth for a few days before heading to France with my sister Muriel. It was so we could have a catch up with Paula who unfortunately was not going to be coming with us. I was driven to the airport bus and encountered my first little issue. It was cold while … Continue reading The start of the holiday
15 days till France
This time last year the 3 sisters were in Europe. Never in my wildest dreams would I have even thought that I would be going back. In 15 days Muriel and I will be boarding a flight from Perth to begin our journey. I am flying to Perth on the Saturday before to spend a … Continue reading 15 days till France
