We are spending a couple of days in the beautiful village of Tournon Sur Rhone. Nestled between the mountains the village is on the River Rhone. We have found a gorgeous boutique hotel named Hotel Ayalees.

Our accommodation in Dijon was a stunning 15th century three storied home with wonderful gardens .

Rising just above Dijon, the River Soane descends towards Lyon passing through several gorgeous little towns just before it flows into the Rhone. We have found many friendly easy going french people, certainly far from the arrogance that they are known for. It is so much fun picking restaurants to sample the local cuisine and wine. Tonight I hope to find frogs legs.

For us floating along the River Soane is peaceful and relaxing. Lucky, because the boat is slow. Calling into ports and villages. Eating, drinking coffee and wine in tiny bars, restaurants and self catering on the boat with local produce.

We are into our second day of walking the streets of Paris. What a beautiful city. Went up to Montmartre today finishing with lunch in a typical local French restaurant. Have taken too many photos, but here are some of our favourites.

We arrived last night into Paris via Finland. A good trip and felt surprisingly fresh on arrival, enjoying a meal out at a restaurant next door to our hotel. Our photos of Paris are taken from outside the hotel. So close to the Eiffel Tower.

We are having a relaxing time in Hua Hin, about three hours from Bangkok.  Swimming, eating yummy Thai food , enjoying cocktails , night markets, the must have two hour daily massages, all in beautiful tropical gardens.