Tag Archives: Normandy

Mont-Saint-Michel: A UNESCO World Heritage Site and Pilgrimage Destination

Posted on May 23, 2024 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

May 22, 2024 Mont-Saint-Michel is a small island located approximately a half mile off the NW coast of France in the Normandy region. At just 17 acres, it is home to a Benedictine Abbey with a current population that varies … Continue reading →

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Exploring Normandy: D-Day Landmarks and Culinary Delights

Posted on May 22, 2024 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

May 21, 2024 ~ Caen, France What a long day we had. Our breakfast this morning was a bit of a let down after the beautiful feasts we had enjoyed in Paris. This is not as much of a commentary … Continue reading →

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Exploring Claude Monet’s Home and Garden in Giverny, France

Posted on May 21, 2024 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

May 20th, 2024 – Traveled from Paris to Caen This was an early morning since bags had to be packed, tagged and outside of our room by 6:45. After another delicious breakfast, it was time to get on the bus … Continue reading →

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About to Leave on Our Next Adventure

Posted on May 16, 2024 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

I have not even opened my WordPress App in quite some time, so I’m trying to sweep out the cobwebs and remember my way around. Hmmm, where is everything?? Booked on another Gate 1 trip, we will begin our adventure … Continue reading →

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France ~ Farmers still on strike making it a BIG challenge to get around

Posted on July 24, 2015 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Thursday, July 23rd ~ Normandy area of France (part 1 of our day) Well, the farmers are still on strike which is making it all the more challenging for us to get around. It is causing a nightmare for Uniworld … Continue reading →

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France ~ Rouen, it was love at first sight!

Posted on July 21, 2015 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Tuesday, July 21st ~ Rouen, France I knew nothing about Rouen, and it has never been on my radar screen or wish list. What a glorious and wonderful surprise she turned out to be! First of all, where is Rouen? … Continue reading →

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Normandy Beaches, American Cemetery and Memorial, Bayeux France

Posted on September 3, 2014 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Monday September 1st ~ Le Havre, France and the beaches of Normandy Northwestern France is beautiful. Quaint villages, brilliant long sandy beaches, bright colorful flowers and a fertile landscape. After our ship landed in Le Havre, most of the tour groups … Continue reading →

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