Travel, life, loves and laughs.
Oller del Mas is a captivating winery nestled in the picturesque countryside near Manresa, about an hour’s drive from Barcelona. I’m on a tour with Viator, having just come from the morning at Montserrat and everyone is ready for some tasting, combined with tapas.… Read the rest
I have arrived in Barcelona and booked a Girona, Peratallada & Calella day trip. It’s a full day including two wonderful medieval towns and a glimpse of the coast. About as much as one can expect in a day.… Read the rest
Calella de Palafrugell is a charming coastal town about 125 km northeast of Barcelona. I have arrived here from Girona and Peratallada on a sunny November afternoon. While the weather isn’t quite warm enough for a swim, it’s pretty clear that Calella de Palafrugell is a summer place.… Read the rest
A September Staycation was deemed in order after a month’s worth of weekends spent celebrating a string of birthdays. Plus, the weather is feeling almost bearable again after another long, hot, Dubai summer.
My husband and I take ourselves off to Le Meridian Mina Seyahi. All… Read the rest
Cannes: Café Hoche, lunch hour. Actually lunch. Café Hoche is a perfectly picturesque cafe on a street of perfectly picturesque cafes. On this summer day, they’re all buzzing with perfectly relaxed holiday patrons and Jason seems to be caught in the vibe, selecting the cafe and securing a table whilst I’m still deliberating over the street of menus, unable to decide.… Read the rest
Set on the north shore of the stunning îles de Lérins, La Tonnelle is a gem amongst the shining pearls of the island.
We have ferried across from Cannes this morning and circumnavigated the tiny island by foot, attended mass and found a shady spot for a snooze, all before lunch.… Read the rest
In the center of Grasse, it would be difficult to miss L’Alambic. It’s all rose colored umbrellas and a matching array of clothing surrounding the shaded dining area.
We take a table after scoping out the menu and some of the food already on tables.… Read the rest
When the sea breeze awakens the taste buds a visit to Royal Beach is in order. Royal Beach is a private beach and restaurant affiliated with the Hotel Royal Antibes.
After our morning walk around Phare de la Garoupe, we now sit in the light sea breeze, with our seaside table facing Cap d’Antibes, overlooking the Bay of Ilette.… Read the rest
19 July: France, Summer Day One: Travel & Antibes.
Up early for our flight to Nice this morning. Check in and airport at Dubai is generally easy and soon we’re breakfasting in the lounge. Still working towards leave, Jason & I send out last minute emails before boarding and I download my memos and bits to complete and review during the flight.… Read the rest
On a picturesque corner along Rue Thuret in the old town pedestrian zone of Antibes, lies Bistrot Chez Jules. The Bistrot, along with twin, Restaurant Don Juan, take up three of the four corners at the intersection of Rue des Casemates and I’m taken by the sheer Frenchness of the scene.… Read the rest