England – Canterbury
Our first stop in England was Canterbury, just a 20-minute drive away. Canterbury, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is famous for its cathedral, its abbey, and its Roman city walls. We really liked the city; it was full of life…
Travel journal
Our journey around Europe by motorhome, post by post and newest first: where we went, where we parked and what we thought.
France – Calais Beach
We went to Calais to catch the ferry to England, celebrate Ben’s birthday, and enjoy the beach. Calais Beach is a very popular summer destination, featuring a kilometre of fine sand, a scenic promenade, and modern recreational facilities. A highlight…
France – Grand-Fort-Philippe
We headed to the Grand-Fort-Philippe area, as it is located right next to the beach. Situated at the mouth of the River Aa, where it meets the North Sea, the location offers the chance to explore historical sites, a major…
France – Aire-sur-la-Lys
Aire-sur-la-Lys is very similar to Arras, but we liked it better. It is a charming town steeped in history, featuring a UNESCO World Heritage belfry, impressive Flemish architecture, and beautiful canals.
France – Arras
We went to Arras because it was an hour away from Calais, situated by a beautiful canal. What we liked best were its impressive 17th-century Flemish Baroque-style squares. Arras is also famous for its underground wartime tunnels, but we didn't…
France – Saint-Quentin
We went to Saint-Quentin because it had a municipal campsite; it was expected to be warm, and the municipal swimming pool was nearby. When we arrived, it turned out we'd already been there; the woman at the campsite recognised us.…
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France – Châlons-en-Champagne
Châlons-en-Champagne is a historic town with UNESCO World Heritage sites, picturesque canals along the Marne River, and local Champagne cellars. What we liked most were the Collegiate Church, the Cathedral, and the town hall square, which is very pretty. But…
France – Châteauvillain
We went to Châteauvillain because I had read that it was a medieval village set within a national forest park. In reality, it is a tiny hamlet, yet it has charm. While strolling near the Church of Notre-Dame—a listed historical…
France – Dijon
After two years of unsuccessful attempts to visit Dijon—due to flooding and roadworks that prevented us from arriving in our motorhome—we finally managed to go this year. All we knew about Dijon was that it was famous for its mustard.…
France – Mâcon
We went to Mâcon because we had been there four years earlier and the municipal campsite was excellent, featuring a swimming pool—ideal for the forecast temperatures of 38 and 39 degrees. The city offers a perfect blend of history, culture,…
Ferry from Greece to Italy
We returned to Plataria—the first place we stayed in Greece—because it is just an 11-minute drive from the ferry terminal. You catch the ferry in Igoumenitsa; it takes 20 hours to reach Ancona. Three years ago, we took the ferry…
Greece – Kryonery, Nostos Beach Bar
Located in Kryoneri, Western Greece, Nostos Beach Bar is a popular spot renowned for its laid-back atmosphere, beach volleyball, and ping-pong tables. It is a true paradise—a beach surrounded by mountains, offering everything you need to relax and enjoy a…
