Our swimming spot

Driving Along the Cote D'Azure

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June 15th 2011
After last night’s thunderstorm in the mountains around Grasse and the forecast of light rain in Monaco it looked like our plans for the day might need modifying. But as the sun rose and the temperature climbed our hopes for a great day soared. Driving in this part of the world can be a scary business. The roads can be narrow, many sharp corners to be negotiated and the need to share the road ... read more

Europe » France » Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur » Bandol

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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