A Trip to France

Have been in France for the past couple of days visiting both Dijon and Paris. Am getting to like the new St Pancras Eurostar terminal. There's more facilities and it seemed less crowded. Apparently the station's champagne bar is a nice place to meet for a drink. And they've got heated seats.

Yesterday, of course, there was a strike. This time, the taxi drivers. Had to walk to my hotel from Dijon station, which fortunately wasn't very far. I even saw the England game in full which was repeated on French tv. Really pleased for Capello. He's made a great start. He's got the players playing for their places and has really set the right tone. I wonder what the tabloids are saying about him now?

Apparently The French are not very impressed with Sarkozy after his whirlwind marriage to Carla Bruni and his popularity ratings have fallen dramatically. I rather like him and think he's just the kind of leader France needs.

Enjoyed a good catch up with an old mate in Paris tonight before I get the very early Eurostar back tomorrow. Unless of course, there's another strike,