France Day 6:
This morning we got up right on time and met our tour director for breakfast before our trip out to Versailles. It was a bit of drag hanging out with everyone in our group, mostly because we were the only ones under the age of 50. I'm not kidding. Go Ahead is a great tour company, but I'm starting to think it is geared mostly to old folks...It could just be the city stays, but I'm not sure.
Anyway, the trip to Versailles was pleasant and educational. Our tour director Tristan, and the tour guide Laurence really worked hard to make sure we saw everything we came to see. I learned even more about French history than I already knew, which is saying something considering how much I love and study French history.
The inside of the palace was exquisite. The photos we took don't even begin to show the opulence and marvelous detail in everything. The entire place was really a work of art, and I'd definitely recommend a tour there. The only downside were the wicked crowds. It was shoulder to shoulder the ENTIRE time.
The gardens of Versailles were incredibly beautiful and I'm sorry to say, I accidentally deleted most of the garden photos. I know, I'm sick about it. It's such a once in a lifetime chance, and I am a moron who doesn't know how to work my own camera. Blargh... :( I missed out on my chance to buy anything from the Marie Antoinette gift shop, due to a snafu with one of our group who got lost. My sweet superman husband (with all the money!) went off to find him, and by the time we reunited, the bus was leaving and I missed my chance.
The fates conspired against me having too many mementos of this morning, but it was a fabulous experience and I'll remember it forever... Even without the photos. I was wishing that I was strolling through Versailles in my Marie Antoinette outfit, when I realized that it is the PERFECT inspiration for an as-yet-unplanned theme party that may never exist. I'm thinking a period garden party complete with feast, dancing and a staged naval battle on the "Grand Canal". :)
This afternoon we waited in line for an HOUR to go up the elevator to the top of the Eiffel Tower. About 5 minutes before we reached the front of the line, we were informed that the floor at the very top had been closed due to overcrowding. We contented ourselves with the views (and a few romantic kisses) from the second floor, which was also VERY spectacular.
The panoramas of the city were really breathtaking and worth every penny of the 10 Euro we spent for the both of us to travel up. We also splurged a little in the gift shop in the Eiffel Tower, but it was worth it. We were both pleasantly surprised with how well we've done managing our cash on this trip, and we haven't spent anywhere near to the amount that we budgeted.
Then again, we are headed to the Champs Elysees tomorrow, so that may still happen. ;) We are also planning on hitting up the Musee Pompidou and possibly a bit of a walk around the Marais area before we head home to pack. What a week it has been! Still no photos...I'm too tired to slog through the 300 pics we took today, and I think I'm going to save the rest for my birthday slideshow next weekend. I'm definitely planning on uploading a full collection in a week or so, when I'm finished processing them.
Until tomorrow...Abientot!
Anyway, the trip to Versailles was pleasant and educational. Our tour director Tristan, and the tour guide Laurence really worked hard to make sure we saw everything we came to see. I learned even more about French history than I already knew, which is saying something considering how much I love and study French history.
The inside of the palace was exquisite. The photos we took don't even begin to show the opulence and marvelous detail in everything. The entire place was really a work of art, and I'd definitely recommend a tour there. The only downside were the wicked crowds. It was shoulder to shoulder the ENTIRE time.
The gardens of Versailles were incredibly beautiful and I'm sorry to say, I accidentally deleted most of the garden photos. I know, I'm sick about it. It's such a once in a lifetime chance, and I am a moron who doesn't know how to work my own camera. Blargh... :( I missed out on my chance to buy anything from the Marie Antoinette gift shop, due to a snafu with one of our group who got lost. My sweet superman husband (with all the money!) went off to find him, and by the time we reunited, the bus was leaving and I missed my chance.
The fates conspired against me having too many mementos of this morning, but it was a fabulous experience and I'll remember it forever... Even without the photos. I was wishing that I was strolling through Versailles in my Marie Antoinette outfit, when I realized that it is the PERFECT inspiration for an as-yet-unplanned theme party that may never exist. I'm thinking a period garden party complete with feast, dancing and a staged naval battle on the "Grand Canal". :)
This afternoon we waited in line for an HOUR to go up the elevator to the top of the Eiffel Tower. About 5 minutes before we reached the front of the line, we were informed that the floor at the very top had been closed due to overcrowding. We contented ourselves with the views (and a few romantic kisses) from the second floor, which was also VERY spectacular.
The panoramas of the city were really breathtaking and worth every penny of the 10 Euro we spent for the both of us to travel up. We also splurged a little in the gift shop in the Eiffel Tower, but it was worth it. We were both pleasantly surprised with how well we've done managing our cash on this trip, and we haven't spent anywhere near to the amount that we budgeted.
Then again, we are headed to the Champs Elysees tomorrow, so that may still happen. ;) We are also planning on hitting up the Musee Pompidou and possibly a bit of a walk around the Marais area before we head home to pack. What a week it has been! Still no photos...I'm too tired to slog through the 300 pics we took today, and I think I'm going to save the rest for my birthday slideshow next weekend. I'm definitely planning on uploading a full collection in a week or so, when I'm finished processing them.
Until tomorrow...Abientot!
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5/16/2008 04:07:00 PM
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