The way to Rome is paved in gold they said, and so far I can't complain! We had 5 days in Moorea(French Polynisia) and 5 days in Santa Barbara(California) enroute to France and it was fantastic! In Moorea it was days by the beach, swimming, cycling and kayaking, while in Santa Barbara we were more cerebral, taking in the history and the beautiful buildings plus the local wine trail.

S.B surprised us with how picturesque it was, lovely streets, a beautiful beach and all topped of with friendly Californian's. The food was great, the beer was cold and they have the best Farmers Market I have seen. What more could I want? With all the reading of Loius L'Amour over the years I felt at home here.