I can hardly believe that I am writing this post from Venice, after our long-planned, anniversary trip nearly came off the rails a few weeks ago, when life threw another (rather large and totally unexpected) rock across our path. Over the last few years, life seems to have formed a nasty little habit of throwing … More Exploring Venice
After the chaos and shock of Naples, we were a little concerned that we would feel the same about Rome, the next stop on our little winter trip. The fast train to the city was a delight, and as we pulled into the station, we girded ourselves for the walk to our apartment, not really … More A day’s roaming around Rome
The last two days in Sorrento have been sublime. By the time we hopped on the ferry this morning to head across the bay to Naples, we were wishing we hadn’t booked the next couple of nights in Rome. We just wanted to stay. It is at least 18 years since we last visited Sorrento, … More A beautiful couple of days in Sorrento
Last year we visited the Fete du Citron for the first time, 40 years after I’d first seen postcards of the incredible structures when I’d visited the town as a child. It was well worth the wait and the event exceeded my expectations and we had a fantastic time. Bollywood in France -Incredible Fête Du … More February Fun on the Cote D’Azur – Part 2 – The Fete du Citron at Menton
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