I thought I'd write a little post about why you should consider the South of France as a holiday destination for those of you wanting a mix between relaxation and exploration - and why Nice may just be the perfect base. If you are anything like me, you have probably heard about the splendid French … Continue reading You can make it work on a budget in Nice, French Riviera
Monaco to me has always been a curiosity, more than a place I wanted to visit or spend any time on. Since it's a quick half-hour train ride from Nice, I thought this was the best opportunity to kill off that curiosity and have a sneak peek into the principality that fascinates so many - … Continue reading A quick visit to Monaco to see how the 1% live
On my first full day in Nice, it was gloomy. The skies were grey and the forecast spoke about possible showers. It was still quite warm but, with the threat of rain, it was not ideal for a beach day. So I suggested to my friend we visited Èze. In fact, not having the scorching … Continue reading Èze, a medieval village on the French Riviera
The view from the Arc du Triomphe I've written about Paris. How I could never see the magic people see in this city so often. The ultimate romantic destination, home of the haute couture, the highest fashion labels I can only admire from a distance. The birthplace of artists and philosophers, the city of the … Continue reading A short photo gallery of Paris
A second trip to Paris was all I needed to be convinced that I cannot like Paris. This city where everyone seems to see some sort of magic and charm that I am unable to understand. It's quite frustrating, but it's true and I must admit it. I don't like Paris. Done. It's out there. … Continue reading A flash trip to Paris
The Winged Bone 