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French Riviera Vacation – Part Four

The monks on the island of Ste. Honorat claim that Holy mumbo jumbo has prevailed there for 1600 years. An easy claim to make that not even the superior security forces of the city of Cannes can hope to verify. However ,the numerous ruined chapels scattered throughout the tiny isle lend some “concete” support to […]

30Apr2011 | | 6 comments | Continued
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French Riviera Vacation – Part Three

Only half a mile from Cannes, but atmospherically in another universe, is the tranquil isle of Ste. Marguerite. One of two islands in the Lerins “chain.” Here you will find no boutique, no swingin’ hot spot, and no souvenir stand. You’ll have to be content with acres of pine studded pathways, deserted beaches, soft salty ocean […]

24Apr2011 | | 4 comments | Continued
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French Riviera Vacation – Part Two

Following on from Part One of this Saga…. The city of Cannes… 6. Attracts : Mostly Scandanavian and Japanese tourists. Although obnoxious Americans have been known to sneak in.(And not just during film festival!) 7. Has:  An extreme case of “Security Fever.” Proudly proclaiming : ” one videocam for every 280 inhabitants.” Not that I […]

18Apr2011 | | 1 comment | Continued