Bonette or Bust 2005 - Sep 4th to Sep 17th

[wigley]

Quote: Originally Posted by paa100

who me?

Erich is referring to Eau-de-Vie Poire William - a brand of fine Pear liquor

[wigley]

Hello everybody

I've updated the first post with the route for the full trip. Its not set in stone and I'm happy to discuss my choices and consider any other suggestions.

Now to find some hotels.....

[scooperman_uk]

dont mean to hijack, but since most of the stelviotes are on this thread and no one reads the old stelvio thread....

ive just finished editing the 20min version of the Luxembourg day from last years stelvio, when its available for download i will let u guys know!

[matt21]

double good news both of you!!

run sounds excellent stuart as does the luxembourg vid!!!!

[Beastmaster]

We are holidaying near St Tropez while this is going on and thought it would be fun to convoy down with you as far as St Raphael where we would peel off for our normal holiday.
We would book the 11.15 ferry crossing with you guys and then stay with you for the first four days of the trip till we reach the lunch stop or whatever on the Cote d'Azur.

We don't want to take up a space that you might have for someone who is doing the whole trip, but if there is no problem with us joining you for a part of the trip then we would love to come and will get the ferry trip booked.

Can you let us know if you can accommodate us in your plans as we think this would be a much better way of getting to the Riviera than just flying.

Ade and Chrissie (Peanut)

Ps Col de turini is excellent - http://www.freewebs.com/aainsworth/m...oadventure.htm

[matt21]

don't imagine it would be a problem!!

im sure stuart will say the same next time he's on

look forward to seeing you!

[wigley]

Quote: Originally Posted by Beastmaster

Can you let us know if you can accommodate us in your plans as we think this would be a much better way of getting to the Riviera than just flying.

Hi Beastmaster, of course we can accomodate you for the first few days

We haven't chosen any hotels yet in France but we will probably be staying at hotels in the Logis chain. These are mostly small, 2-star, family run hotels and are excellent value.

Any questions please let me know. Welcome aboard!!!

[Rick]

Stu,

Since Luxembourg is a lot cheaper than France for duty free would suggest we rearrange slightly to spend last night in Luxembourg and have another day further south.

Reason is that I don't really like any of the port towns on France's north-eastern coast - maybe a smaller place more inland as a better compromise without all the crappy day tripper elements (snob in me )

[wigley]

Quote: Originally Posted by Rick

Stu,

Since Luxembourg is a lot cheaper than France for duty free would suggest we rearrange slightly to spend last night in Luxembourg and have another day further south.

Yeah, i had been thinking about that. We could have 2 nights in Luxembourg (I'm sure Ian and those nice people at Garage Arnold Kontz would find some things to keep us entertained).

The only minor downside is the 270 mile drive to Boulogne on the last day to get the ferry. It would be all motorways so its probably only 3-4 hours drive.

[Rick]

how about spending the last night in Bruges? Went there years ago, quite pretty lots of excellent beers and chocolate and as for eats, well just a plate of moules or frites with mayo, will leave more space for the beer

Oh and let me know if you want a hand looking for 'our type' of hotels

[wigley]

Sounds like a good idea. That gives us time to call in to Spa Francorchamps on the way

[paa100]

Quote: Originally Posted by Rick

how about spending the last night in Bruges? Went there years ago, quite pretty lots of excellent beers and chocalote and as for eats, well just a plate of moules or frites with mayo, will leave more space for the beer

Oh and let me know if you want a hand looking for 'our type' of hotels

I like Bruges!

BEEEEEERRRRRRR

[paa100]

Natalie and I had lunch here, just south of Epernay;

http://ldf.reservit.com/reservit/fic...cis=1104949978

Outstanding hotel. Best food for 15 quid I have ever eaten!

We are going for Easter.

Just a thought for night one.

Bubbly anyone

[wigley]

Quote: Originally Posted by paa100

Natalie and I had lunch here, just south of Epernay;

Looks good Andy. 19 rooms and good rates. I've got the Logis guide book here and I hope to make good use of their hotels. I hope all is well with you and Natalie. I'm off to Vilnius for a long weekeend in April

[Beastmaster]

Quote: Originally Posted by wigley

Hi Beastmaster, of course we can accomodate you for the first few days

We haven't chosen any hotels yet in France but we will probably be staying at hotels in the Logis chain. These are mostly small, 2-star, family run hotels and are excellent value.

Any questions please let me know. Welcome aboard!!!

Excellent stuff . Lady Peanut is out gallavanting this evening, so tomorrow night we will get the ferry booked. Look forward to tagging along for a wee while and seeing you all safely on your way!