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With the weather deteriorating in France it was time to head towards the sunshine. We’ve tried not to visit a place twice, however we couldn’t miss an opportunity to spend a day in San Sebastián. Spain is renowned for its excellent tapas but the small plates of food, generally on sticks, known as pintxos areContinue reading “Hola d’Espana”

Sarlat La Caneda was recommended to us by some friends so we headed there next. A well preserved 14th century medieval town, described as one of the most famous in the Dordogne region, and one of the most attractive. Before exploring the washing had to be done, life on the road has its mundane partsContinue reading “Sarlat & more…”

We headed from Le Mans to the Dordogne and stopped at Montignac-Lascaux. This 14th century village is in a beautiful setting on the Vézère River, perfect for kayaking apparently, but we didn’t partake this time 😉. We walked the town, and followed a tourist map to see the highlights and get the best views. AContinue reading “Montignac”

As only a little drive from Paris, Le Mans had to be our next stop, such an iconic place. The medieval city sits high above the new town with its crowning glory being the stunning St Julien cathedral. It has an amazing amount of stained glass windows which stream light throughout the building. Our photosContinue reading “Le Mans”

After a day sat outside Bettine, watching the amazing spectacle of the Queens funeral, we were ready for a full final day of sightseeing. Glad to say trains had returned to normal so our trip into the city was without stress! First stop, Louvre, for the photos you have to take when in Paris 😉Continue reading “Louvre and Latin Quarter”

“Paris has many souls: one per arrondissement, Montmartre is perhaps the best known, the one that makes people dream, the most bohemian one” We had another interesting journey into the city, our metro line wasn’t working so, yet again, we weaved our way around the tram system to Pigalle and walked up the steep hillContinue reading “Montmarte & Waterlilies”

We chose Paris as our first stop. We have both spent time here but not together seeing the sights. We picked a site a thirty minute train ride outside Paris, and set off into the city. What an adventure we had! The trains were not running to plan and we spent over an hour negotiatingContinue reading “Bonjour Paris”

Feeling very excited as we wait for our train. Heading off for nearly twelve weeks without too much of a plan. We had a lovely send off thanks to our wonderful families. A last meal with our hosts, Shirley and David, who without their support our travels would not be possible. Followed by a stopContinue reading “And Away….”

Time to check we are within our weight limits. Part of the packing challenge is to make sure we are within the legal limits set, we risk fines and insurance being invalid if we are overweight. Always a nerve wracking time – but thankfully all good and with kg’s to spare! Might just add aContinue reading “Off to the weighbridge”

Four days to go and frantically trying to pack only the necessities which is proving a challenge. As we’ve done a couple of tours now it’s not so daunting but choosing what to take to wear always is . We catch the train on 16th from Folkestone to Calais. Heading southwards without any real plan. Can’tContinue reading “Prepping”