Those Darn Frenchies

The overnight train was a new experience for me. There were two sets of bunks in a carriage with three each. We got pillows, sheets and a blanket. Laying down, rather than sitting up trying to sleep was a welcome change. I kept waking up because of how bouncy the train was, but I managed to get almost a decent night’s sleep over the ten hour ride. Once in Paris, we walked to our hostel, stored our bags (check-in wasn’t until 4pm), dried off the sweat from the 85 degree weather, and set off for the long walk to the Arc de Triomphe and the Eiffel Tower. We got groceries on the way, and ended up in the park in front of the Eiffel Tower for most of the afternoon and evening. We even took naps on the grass. We waited for the tower to light up after dusk and then headed back to the hostel. Ending up with another room to ourselves capped off a great night. The next day we walked down to Notre Dame. Not being able to spend money unless absolutely necessary really limits what we can do, but walking around Paris was still amazing. Now, it’s time for the last leg of our journey in London!

Those Darn Frenchies

Paris, France