When I analysed the route to our first proper stop in Italy, Pistoia, I realised that we had a choice: avoid toll roads and drive for 17 hours or pay the tolls and be there in only 7. When we…
A Veterinary Embarrassment
As I have said we were in Mausanne-les-Alpilles 2 years ago. It’s a very upmarket little village, full of restaurants, artisanal shops and most of all Estate Agents! This is not surprising since a single sale in this neck of…
Planning in Provence
After Sarah had taken the dogs on their obligatory early walk I hoisted my carcass out of my pit like a man on a mission. And I did have a mission. Our first croissants of the trip. The only problem…
In Search of Pink Flamingos
Our campsite did not improve in the light of a new day and so we decided to move on. But before seeking a fresh campsite we decided not to pass up the opportunity to explore the Camargue and its unique…