Day 12 – August 27th, 2008 – Long Drive to the City of Lights We checked out of Frejus, paying a steep 276 Euros for two nights, and hit the road at 8:00 a.m. It was our longest drive yet—875 kilometres to Paris. With just a couple of quick stops, we reached the Bois de…
Day 11 – August 26th, 2008 – Glamour and Beaches After enjoying the campsite pool and a hearty breakfast, we set out for Monte Carlo—a playground for the rich and famous. The sleek yachts, luxury cars, and the famed Casino de Monte-Carlo exuded opulence. And in a special highlight, we managed to arrange a Ferrari…
Day 10 – August 25th, 2008 – The Tower and the Coast After a quick breakfast of toast, omelette, and tea, we checked out of Camping Flaminio, paying 163 Euros for two nights. Our first stop was Pisa, around 350 kilometres away. We reached the famous city by early afternoon. There it stood—The Leaning Tower…
Day 9 – August 24th, 2008 – Roaming Through Rome With only a single day to explore Rome, we knew we had to make every moment count. After a filling breakfast, we caught a nearby train into the city. Rome, with its rich tapestry of history and culture, deserves at least a few days—but we…
Day 8 – August 23rd, 2008 – From Ferraris to Roman Ruins After three blissful nights at Ca’Savio, we checked out, paying 145 Euros, and set our course for Maranello—home of the legendary Ferrari. The drive was around 196 kilometres, and anticipation filled the motorhome. For any automobile enthusiast, this was sacred ground. The Galleria…
Day 7 – August 22nd, 2008 – A Day of Leisure After days of non-stop exploring and long drives, we finally took a break. Camping Ca’Savio was too inviting not to enjoy. The weather was warm, the beach golden, and the facilities top-notch. We lounged by the pool, strolled along the beach, and simply soaked…
Day 6 – August 21st, 2008 – The Floating City of Venice We set off by boat to the magical city of Venice, a place with no roads—only canals and boats weaving between more than a hundred small islands. The history here is tangible, etched into every stone and shimmering reflection on the water. Strolling…
Day 5 – August 20th, 2008 – Venice Awaits After breakfast, we checked out of our lakeside haven, paying 39 Euros, and set our sights on Venice—345 kilometres away. Our destination: Camping Ca’Savio, a campsite that felt more like a five-star resort. Swimming pools, restaurants, shops, and a beautiful beach with golden sands—this place had…
Day 4 – August 19th, 2008 – To the Waters of Lake Como With heavy hearts, we bid farewell to Lauterbrunnen, paying 173 Swiss Francs (about £92) for our two-night stay. Our next destination was Lake Como in Italy, just 240 kilometres away—but the route took us through twisting Alpine roads and countless tunnels,…