Last month when I visited Bordeaux I took an extra day to go to the Dune of Pilat, the tallest sand dune in Europe. Measuring 350 feet high by almost 2 miles wide, the dune is a sight to behold. I climbed up the stairs of the dune, out of breath by the time I reached the top but relieved I made it. Looking down on one side was the dizzying dune I realized I just scaled, with people looking like tiny specks of movement below. It was a crystal clear day and the far-reaching cascading sand touched the electric sky. A pine forest below looked like a sea of giant broccoli flowers stretching to the blue ocean.
A sweet breeze blew across my face and I inhaled deeply, fully clearing my lungs and sinuses for the next 45 minutes, taking in the formidable view and the astounding nature surrounding me.
The train from Bordeaux is an easy, scenic ride taking about 45 minutes. I had some time before the bus left for the dunes, so I walked around Arcachon. I discovered it was a charming seaside village, dotted with gingerbread and arts and craft style houses. Arriving at the beach just a few blocks from the train station, I was pleased to see there was a long, wide sand beach, as many of the beaches in France are rock or pebble beaches. I stuck my feet in the water and it wasn’t as cold as I thought it would be.
August in Paris- My Marais Apartment for Rent August 16 to August 29
I am renting my Marais loft from August 16 to August 29 (Dates are flexible). Contrary to popular myth that Paris is closed in August, most shops, restaurants, and attractions are open in Paris, especially in the Marais. The weather is usually beautiful, temperatures in the high 70s to low 80s Fahrenheit during the day, dropping into the mid 60s at night. In case in gets warmer, I have an air conditioner in the bedroom and a large fan in the living area.
Minimum rental period is 7 days/one week, price 1500€ for 7 days/one week, 2900€ for 14 days/2 weeks.
Conveniently located by the Saint Paul metro, in the heart of the Marais, the apartment is a spacious one-bedroom 750 sq. ft. loft with 12 ft. ceilings, decorated in chic Mid-Century Modern furniture and sleeps two people in a Queen size bed. Amenities include washer/dryer, 16" flat screen TV, dishwasher, internet connection/Wifi and free long distance calls to the U.S. The apartment is located on the second floor with a large elevator
Please email me at [email protected] if you are interested.
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