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I worked on night trains in France in the 80s.

I worked on night trains in France in the 80s.

by Jacques | 10,Apr,2025 | By train or by sea

In the 80s, I was a night train attendant. Here’s my account of my travels in France – Part 1

Egypt by the sea: Marsa Matruh, Alexandria and Sinai

Egypt by the sea: Marsa Matruh, Alexandria and Sinai

by Jacques | 13,Dec,2024 | World discoveries

We discovered Egypt’s cultural and geographical contrasts between the Mediterranean and the Red Sea.

Egypt off the beaten track

Egypt off the beaten track

by Jacques | 13,Dec,2024 | World discoveries

We spent four weeks in Egypt, discovering Cairo, then the hidden oasis of Siwa, Alexandria, and finally, Sinai.

Traveling to Puglia by Train from Paris: 26 Hours of pure enjoyment

Traveling to Puglia by Train from Paris: 26 Hours of pure enjoyment

by Jacques | 15,Sep,2024 | By train or by sea

From Paris to Lecce by Train via Zurich and Milan: 26 Hours of Delight, My Story and Practical Tips.

Dublin to Paris via Cherbourg by Ferry and Train

Dublin to Paris via Cherbourg by Ferry and Train

by Jacques | 26,Jul,2024 | By train or by sea

I returned from Dublin to Paris by ferry and train via Cherbourg. This is the last in a series of accounts of a trip from France to Ireland via the UK.

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