One very long and boring day. Spent 11 hours on the bus. watched Zoolander, very funny and Tomb Raider, oh dear! Got in trouble for being late back on the bus after a service break which was perhaps the most exciting part of the trip. Stunning scenery however. Arrived about 7 into Nice and went for a wander with Stephanie and Melissa (met on the bus). Went to the beach and saw the sea for the first time. very cool. Strolled along the promenade and headed back to ...

Hey. Went to Versailles today with Megan. Got bit lost on the trains getting there - tried to get connecting train at wrong station. Even used my best french trying to find the train! Eventually got there and joined the huge queue to get in. Was worth it tho. Incredible place. The building is huge. Only went in the state apartments - so extravagant almost nauseating! My favourite part was the gardens. Stunning landscaping and awesome size. Best bit was the Queen'...

Went on the bike ride today with Megan (room mate) - was really good if not potentially dangerous. Went on pavements most of the way but occasionally had to cross huge roads, great when combined with French drivers! Saw some amazing things tho and guide was really good. Saw the major places. Met at Eiffel Tower and went to the Louvre, Grand Palais, Invalides, Tulleries Gardens etc. Unbelievably hot tho - nearly burnt with 30 on (being vv sensible mum!) - now have...

Bon soir! I am now in Paris. Had long trip, managed to sleep part of the way which won't surprise some of you! Ferry very calm and lovely so the journey I had been dreading was fine. Hotel very basic but ok - room mates nice and friendly even if one has got flu. Trying to avoid her without looking rude! Met some nice people already. Have spent the evening sat overlooking Paris at the Sacre Coeur eating a baguette and ham with a group of chums. All good! Off to be...