We’re now three days into Antibes and are feeling pretty comfortable getting around. We know where the stores, the restaurants, the beaches and the school are located. Everything else is a bonus.
So, Bellies: Filling your belly with good eats is really easy here! Many excellent restaurants do choose from. And since this whole region used to be part of Italy, there is a very strong Italian flavor to the food. Hard to complain! While we ate Italian for the first 3 nights, we decided to really go local with our dining last night. Therefore, we chose a Thai restaurant! In the French Riviera? Sure, why not?
Well, Bill did one Italian dining thing last night; he stood in a long line to get a sampling of the city’s best gelato! Here’s a photo of the offering. 
It was truly worth the wait! Tonight, we needed a break so we cooked at home.
Jellies: Following his recent long ride, Bill has had some hip issues (inflamed bursa) and so has backed off from running for a bit to insure there’s no difficulty with the upcoming Camino. He’s focused on swimming. The water is calm and warm, so it’s been an easy transition.
Well, warm water is good for other things, like Jellies (jellyfish). Yep, he managed to make the acquaintance of one this morning. It was a painful meeting, but it didn’t last long. Hopefully the jelly and his friends have drifted elsewhere by tomorrow morning …
Books: School is going well! We are, no doubt, the oldest students, but … so what? We’re having fun, working hard and learning a lot. Actually, the are several families that are here studying together. That seems like a fun thing to do. Maybe our kids/ grandkids will join us next time?!
Finally, another beach shot just to remind folks about why we’re studying French in Antibes.
Sounds like the fun continues! Did you pee on the jellyfish sting? I heard that was the way to ease the pain! LOL You may be the oldest students, but are you ahead of some of them in what you’ve already learned? How long do you go to school each day? Love and miss you both!
Hi Willow! No, no pee. The pain didn’t last that long. The deal now is the big, itchy welt. I keep reminding myself, “must not scratch! ”
We are the oldest students, but it is no big deal. Everybody is here to learn and have a bit of fun, so age really isn’t a consideration. Because there are a lot of students (100+, total), we are not the worst and are far from being the best. Class sizes are less than 10, so we get good personal attention. Classes go from 9am to 12:30, with a break in between. The are some afternoon excursions, also. All in all, it’s a great way to learn a language!
ok so next time the real thing eh? The French do not do the Italian food any favors, its a certain French thing! Although I love that part of France, its nothing like the Italian Coast 399k for your walk 🙂
Wish we were there enjoying the beautiful weather, and..food 🙂
Italy (for real Italian food) is definitely on our list, but there really is a strong Italian flavor here. Italian is the second most common language we hear (after French). Several of our language instructors have an Italian background, and the Italian food here really is pretty good. I had a Frutti de Mare pasta the other day that was spectacular. No doubt, we welll enjoy better in Italy. But for now, it ain’t bad!
I think Natalie needs some of that Gelato… it looks really good.
And would you be so kind as to deliver it to Natalie? Thank you! You (and Natalie) have a rain check on that gelato for when we get back.