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Here I sit in Monthelie in the Burgundy region not far from Bauné.
It is 08.00 and the weather is pleasantly chilly. It will warm up during the day, without getting too hot.
We got here by flying BNE - MEL - HKG - HEL - CDG , and will return the same way.
Our flights were QF Mel - HKG and AY for the rest. All in J.
The QF J was the usual product we all know and love. The AY J was a new experience for me, we flew in the A350.
Without getting into the nitty gritty, based on my experience, I am unlikely to bother with them again. The J layout is such that if you're in full recline / sleep mode, getting up for any reason, requires the seat to be restored to sitting position. We did receive an amenities kit, and slippers, both of which are quite nice. But no PJ's or bedding like the QF 747 offering.
Because we had a long layover (6 hours) in HKG , we didn't bother eating the evening meal and prepared for sleep. The breakfast 10 hours
After was IMHO almost not worth the effort. But beggars can't be choosers.
The flight form HEL to CDG was ok, but the was a little disappointed to discover J was a Y seat with a shadow.
Food again was average.
Paris was great, our first visit and was made even more delightful by meeting up with Pagingjoan and her + 1 . We enjoyed some delightful meals out.
School holidays meant that the many attractions on offer were difficult to access due to long queues. So we have resolved to return again in quieter times. We did manage to visit the Musée D'Orsay and the Petite Palais. A walk around the base of the Eiffel Tower and the obligatory trip on the big bus to get some idea of the geography. We stayed (after booking and then cancelling many other options ) at the Crowne Plaza La Republique. It is a little tired to be honest, but very confides and we had a "family " room (two queen size beds) enough room to spread out and have a party.
. I am informed that large rooms like this are a luxury in Paris. The breakfast was pretty amazing, the chefs know how to cook an egg without being asked or instructed. (Yay)
The set up for us was that we asked for and were given club room access for an additional €25.00 (between us not each) per day. For that we also got the breakfast thrown in. Normally that would cost us €25.00 euro each. ( a bit steep imo ) the executive / club room is a major fail. The only negative side of out stay. The positions of the hotel is great as a place to base yourself if getting about using the metro is your plan.
In any event we came away with positive vibes overall and we shall make a return visit, maybe staying in an apartment and for much longer than a few days.
From there we drove to Monthelie to stay with my dad in his house amongst the vines. This is truly a magic spot, great views across the vineyards and plenty to see and do. As I write we are preparing to visit another local village to walk through their market. We were in Meursault yesterday and visited their market. A great day out. (Some photos will follow).
So here we up to
It is 08.00 and the weather is pleasantly chilly. It will warm up during the day, without getting too hot.
We got here by flying BNE - MEL - HKG - HEL - CDG , and will return the same way.
Our flights were QF Mel - HKG and AY for the rest. All in J.
The QF J was the usual product we all know and love. The AY J was a new experience for me, we flew in the A350.
Without getting into the nitty gritty, based on my experience, I am unlikely to bother with them again. The J layout is such that if you're in full recline / sleep mode, getting up for any reason, requires the seat to be restored to sitting position. We did receive an amenities kit, and slippers, both of which are quite nice. But no PJ's or bedding like the QF 747 offering.
Because we had a long layover (6 hours) in HKG , we didn't bother eating the evening meal and prepared for sleep. The breakfast 10 hours
After was IMHO almost not worth the effort. But beggars can't be choosers.
The flight form HEL to CDG was ok, but the was a little disappointed to discover J was a Y seat with a shadow.
Food again was average.
Paris was great, our first visit and was made even more delightful by meeting up with Pagingjoan and her + 1 . We enjoyed some delightful meals out.
School holidays meant that the many attractions on offer were difficult to access due to long queues. So we have resolved to return again in quieter times. We did manage to visit the Musée D'Orsay and the Petite Palais. A walk around the base of the Eiffel Tower and the obligatory trip on the big bus to get some idea of the geography. We stayed (after booking and then cancelling many other options ) at the Crowne Plaza La Republique. It is a little tired to be honest, but very confides and we had a "family " room (two queen size beds) enough room to spread out and have a party.
. I am informed that large rooms like this are a luxury in Paris. The breakfast was pretty amazing, the chefs know how to cook an egg without being asked or instructed. (Yay) The set up for us was that we asked for and were given club room access for an additional €25.00 (between us not each) per day. For that we also got the breakfast thrown in. Normally that would cost us €25.00 euro each. ( a bit steep imo ) the executive / club room is a major fail. The only negative side of out stay. The positions of the hotel is great as a place to base yourself if getting about using the metro is your plan.
In any event we came away with positive vibes overall and we shall make a return visit, maybe staying in an apartment and for much longer than a few days.
From there we drove to Monthelie to stay with my dad in his house amongst the vines. This is truly a magic spot, great views across the vineyards and plenty to see and do. As I write we are preparing to visit another local village to walk through their market. We were in Meursault yesterday and visited their market. A great day out. (Some photos will follow).
So here we up to
