I was fortunate enough to get a personal tour of the caves that they store the wine (literally under

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So alright. Where to begin. Tuesday I had my first outing if this voyage. I took my rail pass over to Gare St John (Bordeaux train station) and had it activated. Then I hoped on one of the regional trains heading to Bergerac. For those of you that are familiar with the story of Cyrano de Bergerac, this is indeed that Bergerac. This is a book I studied in school, so getting to see the actual auto rental europe village was pretty neat. It is however I quiet little town this time of the year. In fact I only counted three others wondering around the town hoping to find the statue of a man with an unfortunately large nose.
Anyways, in talking to them I was enlightened of a town even closer to Bordeaux called Saint Emillion. Bordeaux auto rental europe region is very well known for its wine, and the same goes for this little village just 35 minutes by train from downtown Bordeaux. auto rental europe Needless to say, wednesday I took the train to St Emillion. Immediately I knew I was in wine country, as in every direction as far as the eye can see where rolling fields which were indeed vineyards. (over 850 vineyards auto rental europe in the saint Emillion region!)
I was fortunate enough to get a personal tour of the caves that they store the wine (literally underneath the town). Some of these caves dated back to the second century, before they were used for wine some where even underground chapels!)
auto rental europe Then I proceeded to get an education in wine and it s production, as well with a wine tasting. Great day and a must see if you are planning a trip to France. (did I mention that I didn t even spend one euro that day!?)
Thursday I got out for a run in the beautiful weather, and wondered through a gypsy market, which was super cool. However there was nothing I needed to buy, but I have however solved the mystery was to where all the missed placed chargers for our electronics go. Piles upon piles of chargers exist in this open air market. Crazy.
Then this weekend I again went to Biscarrosse with my friends I am staying with. We then drove down to Hossigor for a day, a small very posh town about 50km from the Spanish border. Really cool to see a new part of the country, as well as meet and speak to all sorts of new people!
Sunday I had a laugh to myself as we were making a Canadian style brunch. Of all things to be doing in France. I did however learn, the French Toast is not just called Toast here, as I had sarcastically hoped. It is called Pain Perdue, auto rental europe or Lost Bread. Essentially something to do with stale bread. And to think in North America it s a specialty. Figures.
I apologize for the lack of pictures in this post. I am writing it on my iPad as I take a train to the other side of the country. Today marks the start of my journey in backpack. auto rental europe Spent all yesterday carefully cramming and stuffing things in my bag.
Train ride so far has been wonderful. Looking out the window I see small towns wizzing by with the feet of the Pyrenees off in the distance. My destination has many was once home to the French popes in the 1300 s. Pretty cool!
My name is Mackenzie and I am a Canadian currently traveling in Europe. I will hopefully maintain this blog so that friends new and old can see what I'm up to when and if they desire. Might even post the occasional photo...... full info Joined February 25th 2013 Trips 1 Last Login March 12th 2013 Followers 0 Status BLOGGER Follows 0 Blogs 3 Guestbook 6 Photos 9 Forum Posts 0 [blog=775673] [blogger=260627] Blog Options Private Message auto rental europe Subscribe Blog Map Comment Follow + (0) Print Version France Although ultimately a victor in World Wars I and II, France suffered extensive losses in its empire, wealth, manpower, and rank as a dominant nation-state. Nevertheless, France today is one of the most modern countries in the world and is a leader am... more info