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Celebrating the Fourth of July in style

Exploring Le Jardin d'Eden in Tournon with the resident "Chat"

The ship was a great place to relax on a HOT July day.

Enjoying a guided "Ghost Walk" in Viviers.  It was lovely to stroll among the Plane trees. It is said that Napoleon ordered them to be planted to provide shade for his troops.

A discovery excursion to Bollene Lock and Hydo-Power Plant in Avignon

The lavender fields were in bloom and were a treat for the eyes and nose!

A walk along the cobblestone streets in Arles brought us to the grand Roman amphitheater which is still used today.

In the amphitheater we met a retired bullfighter and learn about the tradition of bullfighting in France.  A Nextourist was chosen to try on his bullfighting garb.  

Vincent Van Gogh lived in Arles for a while.  It was fun to see the places he painted while there.  This is the hospital where he spent time recovering from the loss of an ear.

A river boat is a great place to celebrate a birthday!