Euro Travel & More

Breath-taking is definitely the understatement here. The French Alps has gotta be the most exhilarating trip i have ever made in my entire life. Another magnificent sight for me.. and it definitely made me feel really small. There is just so much to see, with lots of apartments.. chalets and various condos to rent out to tourist like myself… and my team of people.. we definitely were spoiled for choices.. but make sure you book early .. because it was quite packed when we were there. They also have a few one star hotels.. and 12 – 4stars ones . .and a few more that were classified as 3 stars. We stayed at the Hotel De Charme Les Airelles but that’s for another story . .and another day.

Almost like heaven.

A view from the bridge.

Painted walls.

For those who knows me.. you will know that I can’t even climb the Great Wall of China .. ! i only did 2 stations.. and i was gasping for my breath.. like there was no tomorrow. Having to climb up to this restaurant.. and the food was on so-so .. and nothing to shout about .. except for the view… yah..! you got it right.. i wasn’t too, too impressed.

What a magnificent sight eh..? At the heart of three valleys .. is Courchevel.  This is said to be the largest skiing area in the world.. and it is on the French Alps.  You will find that this place is the perfect place for skiing in the winter.. and the summers are just as lively .. and crowded with vacationers .. like us.  In Courchevel you will find activities for just about anyone and the people who runs the city are very well organized and welcomes any tourists and wants to genuinely make their stay a memorable one.  If you are into skiing .. this place is of course the best ever, you cannot find a better place than Courchevel.

Kalathas Beach was definitely a sight to behold. Driving thru’ an old road, we arrived at one of the nicest beach I’ve ever set eyes on . The beach here had high tide the time we were there. .so we did have some fun.. fooling around.. and just getting ourselves wet. In September.. it wasn’t getting any cooler.. and here I thought it was the end of summer.

Lovely beach eh..?? I had so much fun.. just sun-tanning and reading a book. .and having a cup of espresso.

There were water sports.. as you can see here.. and people playing volley balls.. and there were lots of sunbeds too. There was a small island about 100m aways. .and we did get to swim around there too. We headed to Chania after this.. but that’s for another day .. and another story.

Bed & Breakfast wasn`t my kind of thing before traveling around Europe but I was fortunate enough to get a taste of a good B & B when i was having a vacation in Greece and i never turned back. Not only were they cozy and hospitable.. they had just about everything .. a hotel could provide.. but more warmth. But i`ll have to say .. that the tv stand needs to be changed .. because i would have preferred those that had the flexibility to turn around. But i love the food.. and the pampering of breakfast brought to you in bed.. if you requested.

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With this outfit .. i am sure .. you can guess where we are right now eh. You will be surprised that alot of men wears this during special occasions in Scotland. Do they wear anything underneath.. is usually the question we joke about all the time. Yup.!! we were pretty lame.. at that time..!! well i was only like 20 yrs old..when i was in Scotland for school.

This is the City of Aberdeen, Scotland is a shopping paradise. Known with names like The Flower of Scotland and Granite City, it is a vibrant city .. and very modernized. With modernization, they also have their historical side in this old town. Aberdeen is known for having one of Scotland’s striking skylines. It is known as a Granite City because the building sparkles after a rainfall. Many excellent restaurants are found here in Aberdeen.

Glasgow Royal Concert Hall, seating about 2400 people .. this place hold many cultural, folk, pop and many other concerts. The world’s largest winter music festival is held here. If you ever travel to this area, don’t forget to make a date with the events going on here. It is pretty magical sitting inside the concert hall. And no .. i’m not the arty farty type.

Buchanan Street is just where the Royal Concert Hall is.. a few mins walk actually, you can’t missed it. Surrounded by shops.. and shops.. and the Bank of Scotland can be found here as well. This is usually where we end up spending hours.. going from store to store.

One can’t go to Sweden without going to the Northern light tour… it wouldn’t be right.. in fact.. our trip wouldn’t be complete without seeing the Northern lights. It is during the winter.. that we can see these spectacular lights .. at nite. A trip is about 3 – 4 hrs long.. and we went by snowmobile.. although one can go with dog sled too. .and that would be really fun. Visiting the Abisko Sky Station is a must.

Fort St Jean

Marseille in France is one of the most populated city in France. During the summer .. it looked like the whole of France was there. Situated in the southern part of the Mediterranean sea, also commonly known as the French Riviera. We had awesome weather .. when i was there.. and it was really beautiful. The sun was warm.. and the blue skies just dazzled us. Enjoying the sea breeze was absolutely priceless .. while we soaked in the scenery.

You can see here why everyone thinks that France’s oldest city is a pride, it was definitely an amazing sight. It’s modern yet old but what a dynamic culture we have here. With countless of beaches in Marseille, the natural wild beauty around the island was one of the best thing that i remembered of Marseille. I hear you can go to Marseille all year round.. because the weather is always good. Dining outdoors at their lovely cafe .. enjoying the sun seems to be the thing we did often .. when we were in Marseille.

When i left Paris, some years ago.. after a short work stint of 6 months.. i cannot help but wanna stay a wee bit longer.. and a soak in more sights and the scene and the food. I would roam the streets for hours.. on those last days… and get as many pictures and memories store in my then not digital camera.

Paris brings back loads of fond memories.. from romance along the Seine to landscapes on bus-sized canvases to the outdoor cafes. Paris is the essence of all things French. Take in the beautiful sunset and its breezy boulevards, impressive monuments, great works of art and magic lights. Savour its gourmet selection of cheese, chocolate, wine and seafood. Feel the wind in your face as you rollerblade through Bastille, or a frisson of fear and pleasure atop the Eiffel Tower.

I love the food in Paris. You can find some pretty good food and cafes .. if you don’t mind the small. The Au Chien Qui Fume that serves great foie gras and smoked salmon, they are all made inhouse. Of course you have to try their oysters and shellfish that you can get all year round.  It was an awesome place to be.. and they didn’t make me speak in French.. that may be because i’m Chinese.