M/V Cote D'Albatre

Tour de Chev Blogdays 1 and 2

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September 17th 2009
Tour de Chev: Blogday 1 Wednesday 16th September So we finally set off: up at the crack of dawn heading to France for some culture, ancient monuments in Carnac Brittany , and cave paintings in the Dordogne, Lascaux, but most mostly for some sun having been deprived of the same for the third summer in a row. The Mighty Chev was serviced, cleaned, and ready to head for a country where left hand dr ... read more

Europe » France » Lower Normandy » Honfleur

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Although ultimately a victor in World Wars I and II, France suffered extensive losses in its empire, wealth, manpower, and rank as a dominant nation-state. Nevertheless, France today is one of the most modern countries in the world and is a leader am... ... read more