Les Grands Jardins

43 miles / 2660 ft Cavaillon, France. We asked for a late checkout from our Airbnb and got enough courage to hit the road at noon. I’d say I felt about 75% ok and Lisa about 50% or less. We rallied our energy to push on through the arid climate with 90°+ temperature. The beautiful windy roads and change landscape, along with the dry warm breeze on our skin kept us motivated to push on. Also knowing we had a Warmshower family of 8+ years waiting for us with private room, laundry, and meals provided offered more incentive to push on. We could feel the Roman empire influence of the region as we rode by many ruins. Olive orchards and vineyards are almost as frequent as Iowa corn and soybean fields. A long climb brought us to Château des Baux-de-Provence (check it out on Google it’s amazing!) We could have spent hours here, but with our late start only had about an hour. Our WS family greeted us at the home on the quiet outskirts of the town of 26,000 pop. Xavier, Bastien (17), & Joaquim (12) were perfect hosts while mom, Cécile, was away for work. A great evening of snacks, cold drinks, ratatouille, cheeses, dessert and herbal tea, was followed by a nights rest in our own private camper in their backyard. Definitely a boost to our spirits after our sickness. WS is such a special experience!Read more