Today was an *EARLY* rise and shine kind of day. We had wake up calls at 5:15 am, and had bags packed and on the bus by 6 am. We had breakfast and were pulling off by 6:45 am. Way to go team! We had a five hour bus ride to our first stop.
The down time was a great way to catch up on sleep. Our destination was well worth the miles.
We had lunch in Carcassonne, a medieval city dating back to the 12th-15th century! It was not damaged during either of the World Wars because there was nothing of military importance in the city. What a beautiful city and a great stop! As you can see, our weather continues to be outstanding! We couldn't be luckier!
We got back on the bus and headed further east toward our next destination: Aigues-Mortes. This was a medieval town dating back to the Crusades! Most well known for its salts. You could see the salt marshes out our windows as we drove up---the water was purple/pink, reflecting the color of the salt. When harvested, it is white.
We also saw many flamingos! Yes, flamingos! Flamingos are found in only two regions in France. What an unique site to see! It is the delta of the Rhone River.
In Aigues-Mortes. we had more free time to explore the town. There was a statue of Louis IX, commemorating his efforts (though losses) in the Crusades.
We enjoyed more crepes---and enjoyed a ham and cheese crepe with an egg on it....yum! Ice cream continues to be a fave snack as well.
We arrived in Orange to our new hotel.
We had a later dinner and celebrated John Gretschel's birthday!!! Happy Birthday John!
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