20220428 Saint Paul de Vence, Nice, Eze Village: Up at our normal time, dressed, went on the deck to see us coming in at Monte Carlo port. While it was a picturesque city way back in 1962 when Marian and I were there, it is now a city of very high and concentrated very tall buildings. Had our breakfast in the suite, went down an got on our bus for an eight-hour tour.
In driving through Monte Carlo, we could see the preparations being done for the Grand Prix being held the end of the month. Barriers, grand stands, etc. We went under the starting line banner…on our bus. Then out of town heading to Saint Paul de Vence. The traffic was horrible, so it took some time to get to the major highway.
Saint Paul de Vence is a lovely hilltop village. It’s an artist’s haven with many galleries and public sculptures. Had a long time to wander around and see the whole village. It was our favorite place of the day. Had fun watching lots of folks playing petanque at the foot of the village. Also saw the entrance to La Colombe d’Or, a restaurant Marian and I had visited in 1962. And our family was here in 1985 as part of Dad’s 80th birthday trip.
Back on the bus, we headed for Nice, where we had lots of time for a leisurely lunch and exploring the old city and along the seaside promenade.
Our final stop was Eze and Eze Village. My parents, sisters, Marian and I had stayed here at La Chevre d’Or in 1985 on Dad’s 80th birthday trip. I’m back at age 81.
Back to the ship to unwind, download images, and have supper in Compass Rose about 8:00. Back in the room, we planned for our “Florence on your own” day tomorrow. Found out it is a two-hour drive each way and we will have six hours there.
Oh, I hit my trifecta today. Had double espresso at breakfast, octopus in Nice for lunch followed by a pistachio and chocolate gelato…and I got a Monaco Grand Prix cap.
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