We’ve been to Toulon before. In fact, one of my very favorite photos that I’ve ever snapped is in Toulon, of Marshall and Peter. I’ve displayed it here, cause, well you know…it’s one of my faves.

Today, however, we took off for the Provence seaside villages of Sanary-sur-Mer and Brandol. This was not a historical day, nor was it an intellectual day. Not by a long shot. Today was a feast for the eyes, nose, and taste buds.

In Sanary-sur-Mer we strolled through the town’s fresh market where the purveyors and goods were in full abundance. I’ve never seen such large white asparagus, or bright red strawberries. We visited the Church de Nazaire and enjoyed a French hot chocolate at Brasserie de la Marine. We then continued on to several small shops, boulangeries and boutiques de bon bons. If I could provide smell-a-vision, I would.

The second village was Brandol and here we enjoyed a signature Brandol Rose’ wine. We decided not to return to the ship with the tour bus, instead opting to stay awhile longer. We shopped and strolled, then had lunch at Le Diam’s. We caught an Uber back to the ship, with plenty of time.

Next stop tomorrow: Genoa, Italy