Nostalgia
I can never decide whether nostalgia is a good thing or a bad thing. The Greek roots of the word … Continue reading Nostalgia
Category: Toulouse
2021 – What’s Toulouse?
In Toulouse, like everywhere in France it is customary to wish people a “happy new year” during the first month … Continue reading 2021 – What’s Toulouse?
Le Gouffre de Padirac
“Life is either a daring adventure or nothing” – Helen Keller. Or was it “Life is a great adventure or … Continue reading Le Gouffre de Padirac
Via Garona
click for music – by Basquing Spring is here and it is time for hiking and biking! The GR 861 hiking … Continue reading Via Garona
Toulouse-Jolimont
Jolimont – Reflections from above. A walk………… To the east of the historical centre of Toulouse is a hillside neighbourhood … Continue reading Toulouse-Jolimont
Superbagnères – Pyrenees
The ski station of Superbagnères overlooks the valley of Bagnères de Luchon, known simply as Luchon. As I have mentioned … Continue reading Superbagnères – Pyrenees
Toulouse, City of Space
For millions of years, Space was beyond the limits of exploration and understanding for earth dwellers. In 1957, the Soviet … Continue reading Toulouse, City of Space
Toulouse – Up in the Air
Much of the growth and vibrancy in the city of Toulouse is to do with the aerospace industry. In and … Continue reading Toulouse – Up in the Air
Christmas Market Toulouse
For just over a month at the end of each year there is a Xmas Market in Toulouse, with artisanal … Continue reading Christmas Market Toulouse
Faux pas
Have you ever found yourself in a foreign place, shame faced and wondering what the **** is going on? … Continue reading Faux pas
