Well, that was a very long trip but it wouldn't have made it any easier by having a night in Singapore so we just did the whole 38hours in one go.
No taxi strike on friday morning so getting to the airport was a breeze. We were there way too early but with the endless queues at every point of check in and immigration it was just as well we…
2015 is a big year for me, birthdays and all....
Jonathan and the kids asked me what I really wanted for my birthday and since I haven't been back to France since I finished living there I decided it would be pretty cool for us all to go to France on a family holiday. A holiday for us to discover new places, to meet up with good friends and family and where I can show the family some of my old haunts. An added bonus is that we get to bring Marie home with us for a year, but more on …
Jonathan and the kids asked me what I really wanted for my birthday and since I haven't been back to France since I finished living there I decided it would be pretty cool for us all to go to France on a family holiday. A holiday for us to discover new places, to meet up with good friends and family and where I can show the family some of my old haunts. An added bonus is that we get to bring Marie home with us for a year, but more on that later.
So, back in August 2014 we booked flights and since then we've been planning, planning and planning some more.
Hewitt family
Loving your blog. Hope Sophie is feeling better after the stings. If its not too late - Bill suggested that Mont Ventoux might be easier to get to if J really needs to see a mountain. It's where the tour de france goes, bit of snow at the top and a good windy hill to climb up! Not quite enough to ski on but plenty of that back here! have fun
Joanie Dillon
So jealous of all the ice creams you are having. They were the highlight of my days in Europe. Thank you for the wonderful blog. - 6 here this morning - very icy dangerous conditions on the roads - enjoy summer!!!
Mum amd Dad
Lovely to hear from you and be back in touch, You do seem to be having a wonderful time.
We've been quite adventurous too - 1 new car and booked a week in Fiji for the end of July!
Dad - Anjou rose is nice. Tavel rose is said to be the best!
Lots of love
Granny and Grandpa8
Thank you for your blog. all very interesting. You have seen lots of exciting history. We will keep your blogs until you get back.
;pts pf ;pve
Nana & Grandad
Hi Sophie and Brodie what a great holiday you are having, going to all these places with funny names. We will have to learn French before you come home so we can understand you.
Mhairi Flett
We've been thinking about you in Thailand, hope you're both having an awesome time over there. Enjoy the yoga and make sure you get a massage!
k hope you bought some :)
re: photo from 15 July 2015kirsten we went to the same one!! Great photos
re: more ice creamsK Gorgeous
re:Kirsten Great shot - love the shorts :)
re: photo from 05 July 2015Mhairi flett Made it to Chamonix and not too bad a drive, gone from 30 degrees to minus 5! Brrrrrrrr
re: Last day in South of FranceHewitt family Loving your blog. Hope Sophie is feeling better after the stings. If its not too late - Bill suggested that Mont Ventoux might be easier to get to if J really needs to see a mountain. It's where the tour de france goes, bit of snow at the top and a good windy hill to climb up! Not quite enough to ski on but plenty of that back here! have fun
re: Last day in South of FranceJoanie Dillon So jealous of all the ice creams you are having. They were the highlight of my days in Europe. Thank you for the wonderful blog. - 6 here this morning - very icy dangerous conditions on the roads - enjoy summer!!!
re: Last day in South of FranceGranny and Grandpa All sounds really interesting. Hope the pool heats up!
re: Discovering Le LuberonGranny and Grandpa Yum, yum Brodie. Lots of love
re: Brodie in Le Luberon:ove, Sounds interesting, particularly the burkas. France has changed. Hope all continues to go well and that Ros, Jat & co. ehjoy it all too
re: On the hunt for a bargain!Mum amd Dad Lovely to hear from you and be back in touch, You do seem to be having a wonderful time. We've been quite adventurous too - 1 new car and booked a week in Fiji for the end of July! Dad - Anjou rose is nice. Tavel rose is said to be the best! Lots of love
re: The aperitifR10 Sounds great!
re: SingaporeGranny and Grandpa8 Thank you for your blog. all very interesting. You have seen lots of exciting history. We will keep your blogs until you get back. ;pts pf ;pve
re: Brodie at Puy du FouNana & Grandad Hi Sophie and Brodie what a great holiday you are having, going to all these places with funny names. We will have to learn French before you come home so we can understand you.
re: Brodie at Puy du FouMhairi Flett We've been thinking about you in Thailand, hope you're both having an awesome time over there. Enjoy the yoga and make sure you get a massage!
re: La Rochelle, chez la famille Simon