Memories of Nice #2

Flowers in window at Nice

Looking back, I really enjoyed our walking tour of Nice. It was just such a whirlwind of new experiences that I was slightly taken aback. For instance, when I visited Portofino, it was incredible. Not only was it gorgeous, but the best part for me was that it is small. I only had to take in a little bit to drink up its beauty. But a place like Nice, with its traffic, grime and smells - takes a bit more getting used to. I do hope I get to go back one day and stay awhile.

Woman beggar on steps of a Church at Nice

Within one block, we saw a woman begging for money on the steps of a Church. Walk a bit and there is an amazing upscale art gallery. Nice is like that!

Art gallery at Nice

A shot of Pascal's hand as we were leaving Nice

Back on the bus leaving Nice, I tried to capture a shot of a beautiful building with sky blue shutters. Instead I got Pascal's hand. Thought it came out great, as if to say "Bye, bye Nice!"

Memories of Nice #1

Wall at Nice, France

I did a walking tour on my last cruise of Nice, France. Like a lot of places, while I was there, I focused on the dirt and decay. But once I am back and can take some perspective and look at the memories of my trip, Nice took on a whole new light. Our guide, Pascal, was fabulous - warm, funny, charming and oh so French. It was a delight just watching her work. Her accent was beautiful and I was amazed at what she could do with a scarf. Just throwing it over her shoulder, she appeared like a queen.

Walking tour of Nice

Pascal is the one carrying the sign, number 2, but you can't see her in this photo.

Trompe-l'oeil wall at Nice

Woman in window listening to our tour guide 

We wandered through the streets. At one point, Pascal stopped to speak and a woman above in a window listened to our every word.

Pascal, our guide, on the left

This is a photo of Pascal taken on the steps of the Cathedral in Monaco where Princess Grace is buried.

Nice, France: the Second Time Around

Nice, France

I love the way the light is shining down on the gentleman walking the streets of Nice. I took these photos on a walking tour of the city. While there, it felt dirty and frenetic. But looking back at these photos, I can enjoy the unique architecture of this wonderful place.

Our lovely guide Pascal

Who can resist such wonderful shutters? They look so inviting.

Furniture store in Nice

In Spanish the word is Muebles, here it is Meubles. I am always on the lookout for furniture stores around the world since we have a furniture store in  Mexico!