Musee du Bonbon
April 12, 2015 in France ⋅ ☀️ 13 °C
We went to a lolly factory!!! Gramps came too. There was a cool museum and huge shop at the Haribo Factory near where we are staying in Uzes. It's where they make gummy bears! We got to make our ownRead more
Valence, lunch!
April 13, 2015 in France ⋅ ☀️ 23 °C
We set off on our new adventure with dad driving and mum reading the map, on our way to Annecy for 4 nights. We stopped for lunch in Valence, it's pretty and mum was happy it's the home of Victor HugoRead more
Zoe HamiltonThe lacework on those balconies is gorgeous! Tell your mum I'm impressed about Victor Hugo, too. I love that you're on a cow on the carousel.
Coming to Annecy
April 13, 2015 in France ⋅ ☀️ 22 °C
We got our first look at snow on the mountains! It is warm weather though, about 26deg, so I don't know if we will play in snow. It's a different city with old and new parts and little rivers goingRead more
Joan. Wow, look at that tunnel! Did it go for a long time through the mountain? The mountains are amazing, they are so straight and snow on the top looks really pretty. It's it amazing how old everything is? I am looking forward to hearing about all the different adventures. The photos and stories so far are really great to read and I can't believe how many unique things you have been able to do. Say hi to everyone for me.
Linda and Sophia - the tunnel looks really cool. Wow I wish we could go to a lolly factory one day. What an awesome adventure you are having.
Zoe HamiltonI'm wit Joan - look at that tunnel! Fern and Griffin would love to drive through a mountain, I'll bet. You'll have to tell them what it was like. I think your apartment looks fun - are those beds for you and Ruby? Looking forward to hearing more about your adventures over the next few days.
Exploring Old Annecy
April 14, 2015 in France ⋅ 🌙 16 °C
We went to the old village on the river, and some houses had doorways right in the water. You would definitely need a boat! There were lots of little bridges and markets too. We tried lots of cheeses,Read more
Johanne GardinerTodd and Ben would love to live that close to the water.They could fish from the door. I would like to try all the yummy food.
27 Avenue de Loverchy
April 14, 2015 in France ⋅ 🌙 16 °C
Our apartment is across from a big old cemetery. I liked the big interesting monuments but mostly loved the soldier memorials and got mum to read me some of the names. It's not good to go into a realRead more
Johanne GardinerI have been following your trip on the map and I was interested to see the cemetery with the soldiers. My great grandfather is buried in France as he died in WW1 but on the other side of the country to you.
Start of a busy day in Annecy
April 15, 2015 in France ⋅ 🌙 17 °C
We walked through old Annecy and found a beautiful big park. It was a warm day and people were sunbaking! The mountains looked beautiful. We went on a carousel in the park. You can go in paddle boatsRead more
Ross McIntyreHi Sam and Ruby the lake, snow on the mountains and warm weather is excellent but the playground looks the best! Hope the sun stays out.
Lac d'Annecy
April 15, 2015 in France ⋅ 🌙 16 °C
We went on a boat around the big lake. Our boat was called Le Cygne, which means "swan". There are a few swans around, which is cool because we don't see many birds in French towns. Anyway, LakeRead more
Nicki DoyleOh these pictures are like postcards! What a beautiful place. You are so lucky. I wish I was there!!
Palais de l'Isle- the jail!
April 15, 2015 in France ⋅ 🌙 16 °C
There was a really old jail built on a tiny island in the river in the 1100's, I guess lot of people couldn't swim back then. It was also used as a mint for making coins- it looked like a kitchen withRead more
Zoe HamiltonAnnecy is so beautiful! It also looks lots of fun. The jail's incredible - still standing after all those years! Glad mum and dad didn't leave you there, though ...
Linda - wow what a beautiful jail. It makes you want to do something bad! I would want to take my own mattress
Geneva, Switzerland!!
April 16, 2015 in Switzerland ⋅ ⛅ 13 °C
Mum found out how close we were to Switzerland (only 43km) so we just had to go!! Another country! It was a bit rainy and the city was pretty normal-looking but the lake was nice and the big fountainRead more
Joan. What a great idea to visit another country. The photo of the lake and fountain reminds me of the lake and fountain in Canberra! All the yummy food and cafe's sound great. And such pretty flowers. All your posts are certainly helping inspire our next holiday! Glad to hear your Nannie is getting better all the time. Enjoy the next stage of the trip.
Zoe HamiltonYou will be so well travelled by the time you get home, Sam! I think the cheese fondue sounds awesome. Did you try it? So pleased to hear that your Nannie is much better.
A few more from Switzerland
April 16, 2015 in France ⋅ ☁️ 12 °C
Just a couple more photos
Goodbye to Annecy
April 17, 2015 in France ⋅ ⛅ 11 °C
We really enjoyed our 4 days in Annecy, it was a lovely town and a good base for adventures in surrounding areas of France and Switzerland. Here are a few more pictures from our time on the lake, theRead more
Palais Idéal, Hauterives
April 17, 2015 in France ⋅ ⛅ 12 °C
We went to visit a funny palace that a postman made all by himself. It took him 33 years 100 years ago and he collected rocks and shells and mud to make it. It was so detailed and heaps of fun toRead more
Joanne WittigThat is amazing Sam!!!! You are getting to se such cool stuff. Jacks says "cool Sam!"
Zoe HamiltonWow! That's incredible! I can see why it took 33 years. That postman must have really been enjoying himself! Perhaps you could make something like this at Rye...
Back in Uzes, and favourite TV show
April 18, 2015 in France ⋅ 🌙 14 °C
We all loved coming back to Uzes, we know it well now, and it's like coming home. We also were all sooo excited to visit Nannie in hospital. She looks great, in a normal ward, and very keen to get outRead more
Ross McIntyreHi Sam and Ruby, it must be good to see Nannie healthy and enthusiastic. Crikey, you can't keep rabbits out of the action!
Joan. Sam we can't believe you love Les Lapins Cretins. It was Shaun, Sarah and James's favourite show when we were in France too!Actually it was the only show they wanted to watch. Best news of all it is currently on GO (channel 88) so when you get home ask mum or dad to record it for you while you are at school. We think it is funnier in French than English but it is very funny. It is lovely you have been able to visit Nannie and she is getting better. How many more sleeps until Legoland? take care.
Deb - Hi guys, I love French tv shows, some of them are really funny but probably because I don't know what they're talking about! You must be so happy that your Nannie is feeling better, that's really good news. I loved your photos of Switzerland, it's such a beautiful place and the chocolate there is really yummy :-)
Saying goodbye to Nannie And Gramps
April 19, 2015 in France ⋅ ☁️ 12 °C
We kids have seen Nannie 2 times now! She looks normal to us! Apart from the bandage on her neck, which is going well. It's great to see she looks like herself. She is ready to leave the hospital inRead more
Nicki DoyleNannie looks great Sam. Tell her we are thinking of her. Love to you, ruby, and mum and dad. Xxx
Ross McIntyreHi Sam and Ruby, excellent pic at the hospital three happy faces! Have fun at the beach.
Zoe HamiltonSo good to see you and Ruby and Nannie, Sam! Hooray! I bet she was glad to see you. I hope she has a great rest-of-holiday in Uzes. A beach holiday sounds terrific, too! Those funny photo places are (obviously) pictures of Playmobil toys - we LOVE Playmobil toys here! Fern and Griffin have a few of them and they're really cool.
Joanne WittigSo great to see Nannie looking happy! I love hearing all about your adventures Sam ?
Saint-Raphael, "French Riviera"!
April 20, 2015 in France ⋅ ⛅ 19 °C
It was a great day! Ruby and I slept in bunk beds last night! We really like our cabin and wish we could stay more than 2 nights. The caravan park has so many pools and slides and a playground and weRead more
Joan. I glad to hear the camping ground has been lots of fun (even if the water is freezing). At least it looks like you have an indoor pool area. Have a great time and hope the weather gets warmer each day.
Joanne WittigIt's getting cool back here Sam, we can't imagine getting in the water brrrrrrrr!! Looks like fun ?
Goodbye France!
April 21, 2015 in France ⋅ ☀️ 24 °C
It's hard to believe this is our last day in France. We drove along the coast to Nice, there are some funny brown beaches and ports with huge fancy boats. One big one was for sale for 1.2 millionRead more
Zoe HamiltonWhat a journey you're having, Sam and Ruby! It's possible I'm almost as excited as you to see some of Legoland ... happy travels!
Lego Land Malaysia!!!!!
April 22, 2015 in Malaysia ⋅ ⛅ 28 °C
Finally the day is here! Arriving here was so exciting, the hotel looks like it's made of Lego and you can see it from a long way away. Lots of things in the hotel are made of Lego and there is soRead more
Ann OldmeadowLego land looks very interesting Sam and Ruby - I'm sure you will both have a great time there. I hope you can sleep well in those pirate beds! I am back in Uzes now and very happy that I am not in hospital any more. I didn't like sleeping in the hospital bed at all! I will keep looking at your blog Sam so that I know what you are doing -
Joan. How fantastic - Legoland at last! I can't wait to hear what your favourite rides and activities are once you get to the park. The hotel looks really fun. I can't believe all the things they make out of Lego. I hope there is lots of room on your camera sd card for your adventures within Legoland. If you get time don't forget to check out the shows. Is it nice and warm in Malaysia? Really looking forward to hearing about all the great rides and displays. Have a fantastic time.
Zoe HamiltonWow! How exciting! That treasure hunt sounds lots of fun, and your bunks are super cool! Make sure mum buys that suitcase ... !
BEST DAY EVER.
April 23, 2015 in Malaysia ⋅ ⛅ 27 °C
What a fun day!!! It was hot but I didn't mind. We went on so many rides and the rollercoasters were awesome! Some of the rides spray you with water, others spin you around or just go fast. MinilandRead more
Ann OldmeadowThat's a great dinosaur you made Sam. You really are very good at Lego! Have a great second day at Lego land - it must be an amazing place. I am missing you and Ruby very much. Love from Nannie.
Nat Oldmeadow
Great to see Ruby still has her love of R2D2! Glad you guys are all having fun x
ANOTHER best day, then it was the worst!
April 24, 2015 in Malaysia ⋅ ⛅ 25 °C
Well I loved today again!! It was even hotter. First we went to Lego water park, cos we missed that yesterday in the monsoon. I went down a pretend river on a raft and in a wave pool and then on someRead more
Ann Oldmeadow
Oh Sam - you look so sad! You never know - perhaps you will come back to Lego land again some time. I'm sure you will have fun in Singapore too. You really are very lucky you know! I can't wait to see you and Ruby again and then you can tell me all about everything and show me what you have bought. Love from Nannie
Joan. I am so sorry this visit is over but there are lots more Legolands in the world - maybe next holiday you can explore another one! Enjoy the warm weather and swimming in Singapore.
Zoe HamiltonFern is wondering when we can go to Legoland! She likes the water pictures and Griffin likes the firefighting picture! I'm glad you've had such a great time at Legoland, even if you're sad to be leaving!
Sentosa Island, Singapore
April 25, 2015 in Singapore ⋅ ⛅ 28 °C
I'm happy again! It's great here. The hotel is very fancy, and Ruby and I have our own room with big beds. We can see the pools and the beach and lots of huge ships out our window. At breakfast I sawRead more
Ann OldmeadowSentosa Island looks like a great place to stay - keep having fun. Love from Nannie
A funny wildlife day!
April 27, 2015 in Singapore ⋅ ⛅ 27 °C
First I saw some lady peacocks fighting near the breakfast tables, they lost some feathers which I could collect. Then when a big storm started, a big thunderclap scared a male peacock on the roof! HeRead more
Ann Oldmeadow
I love your tee shirts Sam and Ruby. Were you scared being up so high? I went on that chair lift once and I was too scared to look down.
Zoe HamiltonLove the lizards - how funny for them to be wandering around and even swimming with you!
We are home!!
April 30, 2015 in Australia ⋅ 🌙 10 °C
We had a great time in the tropics (that's where it's really hot and rains heaps) but it's also great being home with our rooms and toys and games. Can't wait to see you all!
Zoe HamiltonLooking forward to seeing you Sam, and hearing more about your adventure! This has been a wonderful blog!
Extra pictures from Lego land!
April 30, 2015 in Australia ⋅ 🌙 10 °C
This is the last posting but there were so many amazing Lego sculptures to share. Bye for now!
Joanne WittigYum Sam!!! What a fun day you have had. A lolly factory - how cool!
Zoe HamiltonOh wow! That's very cool! Have you read Charlie and the Chocolate Factory? Was it like that?
Ross McIntyreHi Sam, Ruby and gang, great to see a few new things, especially the lolly factory, gummy crocs and teddy bears, woo hoo! I hope they sold bags of snakes as well.