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Marseille in 5 Hours: The Islands & Le Panier

Posted on January 10, 2013 | Leave a comment

Last stopover: 5 hours in Marseille

(South of France), well let’s say 3h-3h30 in the city of Marseille. After visiting the Chateau d’If, we took the wrong shuttle: instead of returning to the vieux port (the old harbor), we discovered other small islands off the coast of Marseille. Beautiful landscapes (pictures 1, 2 & 3), a picturesque marina cove, the feeling of being so far away, the slowness.

Back to the Vieux Port (picture 4, the old harbour), I head to Le Panier, a famous heritage district in the old Marseille (picture 5). Getting lost in the quiet streets, which many are under construction. I’d love to make a full turn before lounging on the terrace of a cafe, but we must return to the path of the ferry. Tram, bus and 15-20 minutes walk to the dock! Definitely too long and not really glam (lol)!

Hotel La Legende: A Stylish Breakfast in Brussels, Belgium

Posted on September 5, 2012 | Leave a comment

Exclusive, freshly renovated: some pictures of the “new” breakfast room in the charming Hotel La Legend. When you’re traveling, if you prefer feeling at home, here’s a rare address: a small family hotel with 27 rooms, including a nice studio in the attic, in the heart of Brussels. The hotel is located 10 minutes from the Sablons, one of my favorite neighborhoods and less than 5 minutes from the Grand Place, but away from crowds. I enjoy its calm and friendly atmosphere. And I really like the new design of the breakfast room: extremely simple in white ivory, chic and very contemporary. It was quite difficult for me to leave the room, as I felt relaxed and comfortable. When I’m traveling, breakfast is a very important time, where I plan my day to come. I need to find myself in an intimate and clear space. Just like here, with these large windows overlooking the courtyard which separates the noise from the street.