Rally Envy

In Belgium to spend the weekend with my host, Alexander Van De Rostyne in Knokke Heist. The Zoute Rally 2012 was being held here, in which well heeled folks spend about $ 4,000 USD to enter and drive their vintage cars, including Bugatti, Bentley, and the like through the mud and over hill and dale. Unlike me, they have their 'pit crews' along with them, to pamper their rides. It was such a treat to see. Okay I admit it I have scarf envy, too.

Gratitude

Paying my respects.

 

Rally Time

The rally was such fun. It really didn't matter that the directions were in French. Hosts made sure I felt welcomed and didn't get lost between 'pit stops'. And what nice stops they were, beautiful scenery and yummy food. Enjoy the pics...

Were're off!

And running

Views

One,


Two,


Three Cheers!!!

Castle

In my element, history, intrigue and sunshine.

Off again...

Paris in the Fall

Paris takes your breath away. It's a city filled with life and beauty around every corner. Traditionally, people enjoy wine tasting in France, I am on a croissant tasting tour. Hope I can still fit behind the wheel.

Versailles 

Where did Louis say he was leaving the keys?

What a view!

Island de Oleron

Landed on the Island de Oleron off the coast of France. A new adventure with folks from the Corvette Club of France. Being hosted by one of the members. Not sure how I am going to 'ralley' without a co-pilot. Stay tuned for the rest of the story.

Coastal View

A gracious host, Alec

Michelle and her shoes

French Countryside

Traveling all day in the rain. Actually, glad to have the top up may have a sty in my eye that having the top down irritates. Found a small hotel near Cognac, France La Boule d'Or. Great food and garage. Taking a respite and will take care of my eye in the morning.

Let them Eat Cake

Spent the day enjoying the French countryside and interviewing some characters along the way. Alain was very helpful. Have been invited by The Corvette Club of France to spend 9/29 and 9/30 touring  in the Rallye de Bretagne Nord, as their guest. From the description is sounds like a beautiful drive. Stories to follow, of that I'm sure.

Having a late afternoon piece of trifle cake, hope I can still fit behind the wheel when I leave France.