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Paris to Lyon

Posted on April 13, 2026 by patmathews

April 12 – 13, 2026 Well, our time in Paris has come to an end and we now board the high speed train to Lyon to board our next ship, the SS Catherine. Our luggage was taken by truck to … Continue reading →

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Back to Paris, France

Posted on April 11, 2026 by patmathews

April 11, 2026 Because we spent 3 days in Paris before the river cruise, we have a relaxed afternoon, so I am catching up on my posts. We chose to do a walking tour of the Latin Quarter and we … Continue reading →

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Mantes-la-Jolie, France

Posted on April 11, 2026 by patmathews

April 10, 2026 As we awoke this morning, we were reminded of how, during yesterday’s ceremony, we were thanked as Americans, for the help we provided France, and how grateful they are. They again thanked us for coming back. Our … Continue reading →

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Back to Rouen, France for visit to Normandy Beaches

Posted on April 11, 2026 by patmathews

April 9, 2026 There is so much to say about this day – I have to start somewhere! We chose to go with Martin for this tour. We have had him as a guide several times already and he did … Continue reading →

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Caudebec-en-caux

Posted on April 10, 2026 by patmathews

April 8, 2026 We arrived to our port very early after traveling from Rouen at night. Our tour today is a walking tour in a nearby village, Honfleur. It was a short bus ride to the village and on our … Continue reading →

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Rouen, France

Posted on April 8, 2026 by patmathews

April 7, 2026 This morning we did a walking tour of Rouen with our guide, Elodie. Please note the French shoes! We really enjoyed this city. It is the historic capital of Normandy and is a beautifully preserved medieval city. … Continue reading →

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Vernon-Giverny

Posted on April 7, 2026 by patmathews

April 6, 2026 At about 11:30 we sailed from La Roche Guyon to Vernon-Giverny. The sun was out and the weather got warmer, in fact, just about a perfect temperature in the 60s. It was a beautiful sight to see … Continue reading →

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La Roche Guyon, France

Posted on April 7, 2026 by patmathews

April 6, 2026 After breakfast, we went out on a walking tour with our guide, Martin. He is Belgian but has been in France for 30 years. And can he talk! Many stories and lots of history awaited us as … Continue reading →

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Paris Day 4

Posted on April 5, 2026 by patmathews

April 5, 2026 Last night we had dinner at a small bistro, Bistrot Richelieu, which was recommended by our hotel concierge. We sat outside and did some people watching while having a lovely dinner. At a nearby table, a mom … Continue reading →

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Paris, Day 3

Posted on April 4, 2026 by patmathews

April 4, 2026 After walking 16000 steps and climbing many stairs yesterday, today we opted for the Big Bus tour of Paris. Last night’s dinner was a light one – we ate in the bar – L’Officine du Louvre. Here’s … Continue reading →

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