Marseille, France – Saying Good-Bye

Last Night on MSC Magnifica Tomorrow morning we would wake in Barcelona, Spain, disembark, then fly home to Qatar. We truly enjoyed the cruise, the locations and the ease of travel it offers. S, 🇫🇷 Sunset Seagulls Hot Tub! We enjoyed the outdoor hot tub as the ship left port.

Marseille, France – The Sights

The Sights Michael and I enjoyed walking around, exploring a bit. Soon, it was time to head back to the ship. S, 🇫🇷

Marseille, France – The Tastes – Plauchut – Chocolatier & Patisserie & La Massilia CafĂ©

Plauchut – Chocolatier & Patisserie Never one to pass an opportunity to enjoy French pastries, I stopped into Plauchut and bought a mille feuille and cheese, ham croissant with bĂ©chamel sauce. Both were delicious! La Massilia CafĂ© Lunch at La Massilia CafĂ©. I savoured salmon pasta in cream sauce, then creme brĂ»lĂ©e with a cappuccino….

Marseille, France – Saint Vincent de Paul Church – Reformed Church

Saint-Vincent-de-Paul This beautiful church, Saint Vincent de Paul, was another find as we explored the port city of Marseille. S, 🇫🇷

Marseille, France – Notre-Dame de la Garde

View of the city’s best known symbol, the Notre-Dame de la Garde cathedral. S, 🇫🇷

Marseille, France – Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles – The Hash Story

Michael shares his experience on the steps of Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles, we call, The Hash Story. Who brings weed with them on an overseas holiday? Even a chronic weed smoker wouldn’t risk going through airport security with even a single joint. And what would be the point anyway… would a gram or two really make…

Marseille France – Gare de Marseille -Saint-Charles

After the Porte d’Aix, we came upon the Gare de Marseille-Saint-Charles, Marseille’s main railway and intercity bus station.  S, 🇫🇷

Marseille, France – Porte d’Aix

Porte d’Aix This triumphal arch, the Porte d’Aix was inspired by Roman triumphal arches and constructed between 1825-1839. It was a very cool find as we started making our way through the city. S, 🇫🇷 View From the Arch