And we’re off . . .
19. Mai 2025 in Kanada ⋅ ☁️ 14 °C
Here we go again . . . an early morning flight out of YVR to Lyon, France with a 3 hour pit stop in Montreal to break up a long transatlantic flight into 5 hour and 7 hour legs . . . Easier on the oldWeiterlesen
When the Travel Gods handout lemons . .
20. Mai 2025 in Kanada ⋅ ☁️ 13 °C
. . . Make traveller’s lemonade!!!
So we should be in Lyon by now, but a series of flight delays getting out of Vancouver yesterday and some other “May the travel gods mess with you” stuffWeiterlesen
Lyon . . . Romans, silk & gourmet eats
21.–24. Mai 2025 in Frankreich ⋅ ☁️ 22 °C
We made it! An extra day en route but no worries. We will begin exploring tomorrow
Lyon, the 3rd largest city in France 🇫🇷 is situated at the confluence of the Rhone and Saône rivers inWeiterlesen
Flat cities are good cities . .
22. Mai 2025 in Frankreich ⋅ ☁️ 15 °C
A first full day to explore the city . . . we like flat cities that make walking easier✅✅. Now if only there weren’t so many hard on the feet cobblestone streets!
We ventured over the riverWeiterlesen
One of two possibilities . . .
22. Mai 2025 in Frankreich ⋅ ⛅ 16 °C
Either the Mayor of Lyon heard some famous Canadians were in town and decided to serenade us from the plaza in front of our hotel or the local Medieval Cosplay Club was having a rehearsal for theWeiterlesen
Lyon. The soul of French Gastronomy
23. Mai 2025 in Frankreich ⋅ ⛅ 19 °C
In France, a good meal prepared from high quality fresh local ingredients is a treasured moment. The French are intensely proud of their reputation as food experts and Michelin Chefs are majorWeiterlesen
ReisenderYour food photos are drool-worthy, amazing! Lyon does look delightful and worth a visit.
Lyon par la nuit
23. Mai 2025 in Frankreich ⋅ 🌙 14 °C
A moment of early morning tranquility
25. Mai 2025 in Frankreich ⋅ ☁️ 10 °C
Boarded our ship yesterday and have already settled into the calm, tranquil routines of the river
Calmness is good for the soul
Paul and Nancy. We travelEarly mornings on a quiet ship with a cappuccino and waiting for the daily fresh tray of warm croissants to be delivered to the lounge . . . Things could be worse 👍
Burgundy wines in Beaune
25. Mai 2025 in Frankreich ⋅ ☁️ 22 °C
After heading north overnight and passing under some very tight squeeze bridges, we docked at Chalon sur Saône and then visited the ancient town of Beaune. Historically significant for its charityWeiterlesen
Another Onboard Checklist Item ✅
26. Mai 2025 in Frankreich ⋅ ⛅ 21 °C
As you might be aware, one of my favorite onboard activities on any cruise is to rise early and take in the tranquil calm of a quiet, sleeping ship on a lazy river. A big part of that morning routineWeiterlesen
Reisendercan it take verbal orders????...as well as constructive criticism
Paul and Nancy. We travelTried to order a latte speaking French. Got a cup of cold Earl’s Gray tea. Might be my accent
Lyon, encore une fois
26. Mai 2025 in Frankreich ⋅ ⛅ 21 °C
As we continue our voyage to Arles, we have again passed by Lyon and the ship made a Day Stop which was an opportunity to explore other parts of the city we didn’t get to last week.
The views fromWeiterlesen
Reisender
Hi guys, Karen here. I love that shop!!! Made a few purchases here!
Tournon on the vine
27. Mai 2025 in Frankreich ⋅ ⛅ 20 °C
Tournon-sur-Rhône is in the Ardèche region of France, with the foothills of the Alps in the distance and traces its history to at least the 9th century. A key medieval stronghold, it prosperedWeiterlesen
110 x 11.6 meters of ship
28. Mai 2025 in Frankreich ⋅ ⛅ 27 °C
As requested, some ship pictures.
The Liberté is very well appointed and she has treated us very well. The meals have all been excellent
And for all the cruisers out there, because we know youWeiterlesen
A Theo moment
28. Mai 2025 in Frankreich ⋅ ☁️ 24 °C
If you know, you know.
Viviers . . . survived and still going
29. Mai 2025 in Frankreich ⋅ ☁️ 16 °C
A beautiful old French town, one of the only places in France to never have been conquered or occupied in any of the multiple waves of violent uprisings that litter French history! Now still a quietWeiterlesen
Chateauneuf du Gordon
29. Mai 2025 in Frankreich ⋅ 🌬 26 °C
Or as it is more popularly known, Chateauneuf du Pape.
We opted into a tour of a private winery in this famous wine producing region. If we had come this far and skipped this opportunity, someone weWeiterlesen
ReisenderTotally loved Avignon & when you dock in Arles we hope you love it as much as we did.
ReisenderBe careful when swirling the wine!!! Just speaking from experience 😆
Paul and Nancy. We travelIt was a close run thing but I managed to keep it all on the glass😂😂
Avignon: A Broken Bridge and 2 Popes.
29. Mai 2025 in Frankreich ⋅ 🌬 26 °C
Is there anyone who doesn’t have a childhood memory of the famous nursery rhyme?
Sur le Pont d'Avignon
L'on y danse, l'on y danse
Sur le Pont d'Avignon
L'on y danse tous en rond
Well that bridgeWeiterlesen
ReisenderRe: The Bridge, I did send them a “devis” but haven’t heard anything yet…..luckily I’ve picked up an underpinning job in Pisa.
A dinner date
30. Mai 2025 in Frankreich ⋅ ☀️ 18 °C
We had a local French chef onboard last night for a special meal and then we all walked a few minutes to an old church where we were treated to a very entertaining concert.
Travel day today . . .Weiterlesen
Qatar . . . Just because we are here
31. Mai 2025 in Qatar ⋅ 🌙 30 °C
Next stop, Africa!
Arusha arrival
1. Juni 2025 in Tansania ⋅ ☁️ 22 °C
After a long 30ish hours of travelling we have arrived in Africa, in Arusha. All our paperwork being in order, we cleared Immigration and were greeted by Tauck, our Safari organizers and transportedWeiterlesen
Things you learn on Orientation Day . .
2. Juni 2025 in Tansania ⋅ ☁️ 21 °C
“Always ensure your Bush Toilet Kit is readily available and keep it with your Day Pack that you must keep with you at all times”
Well they did tell us Africa would be different 👏👏
Day 1 . . . Out of Arusha
3. Juni 2025 in Tansania ⋅ ☀️ 25 °C
Oh Dark Thirty in the parking lot, meet the drivers, get sorted into 6 to each Land Cruiser and off we go.
Through the madness of rush hour market day in Arusha and then out to the bush.
AnimalWeiterlesen
A brief moment on the Tanzanian plains
3. Juni 2025 in Tansania ⋅ 🌙 20 °C
Today at our lunch stop
Paul and Nancy. We travelWe have been wondering if we are waking in your footprints
We are still here
4. Juni 2025 in Tansania ⋅ ☁️ 16 °C
Low rate Internet speed is preventing postings with photos
But we are here, Tanzania is a jewel, this safari thingy is really fun.
Seems elephants . . .
4. Juni 2025 in Tansania ⋅ ☀️ 18 °C
Seems elephants like Nancy. This old bull was quietly feeding until he saw the blond curls and he came right over to check things out.
Or at least that is how it appeared to me 😂😂😂
ReisenderYes!!! Have the best time! Can't wait to follow along 🤗
ReisenderWow , that’s exciting. Just be aware the French cooking may attract some attention from the wildlife on the Serengeti. Enjoy.
ReisenderLooking forward to your updates and living our lives vicariously through you! Enjoy!!😊