The drive from Genoa to Monaco was superb. Despite fears that the coast road may prove to be another M25 (i.e. a huge carpark), it proved to be a great run. Superb sights, a nice stop by the beach for some lunch en route.
We arrived in Monaco to blue skies and lots of glitz and glam. After checking in, we decided to make plans for the night and got showered up etc. To our annoyance, the room we had at the Novotel was having issues with the drains – basically they stank something rotten! Not the greatest thing to have in Monaco, so a quick chat with the reception before dinner and we were offered an upgrade since they would not be able to have anyone look at the issue before the following day. We thought about, given that the alternative room would have no balcony, but decided that going from an executive room to a junior suite (billed at 500 Euros per night) would be worth the sacrifice. Was a great room, lots of space, lots of TVs and a great view.
We enjoyed dinner and then headed out for the glam of the marina at night. A few bars/clubs were in full swing. We tried a few out and relaxed for a few hours. Was a great night – though we did not see anyone famous. We then headed back to the suite for the night.
Next day was an early start to hit the beach in Monaco and chill out for the day. Was a hot day, blue skies and a really nice beach. After a long day chilling, we got showered and changed and headed back to the beach to eat at La Note Bleue. A great restaurant on the beach front, with a live jazz band and food that was out of this world. Portions were so huge that Amrit cancelled her main after just having eaten the starter. Great value for Monaco too – highly recommended.
After dinner, we ventured into the Casino – which to be honest was a bit of a let down. Outside the expensive exotic metal showed there was some serious money flowing, but the Casino, despite being grand and prestigious lacked any real atmosphere. We decided not to play, but watched a few others before a walk back to the hotel.
Our final morning in Monaco saw the heavens open – but we didn’t mind, it was an early start and a drive over to St Tropez where 30’c and lots of blue skies awaited our arrival.
Hello Both, good to hear that you are still enjoying the trip and not feeling homesick.
ReplyDeleteBy the time you read this you will be in St. Tropez enjoying the sunshine. We reveived your MMS yesterday - I am surprised you still remebered Luna Park?
Ther is a little town called Cavalaire-sur-Mer, south of St Tropez. We camped there in 1979 it had an excellent beach?
Catch up soon.