A SENSATIONAL walk on CAP FERRAT. SOMERSET MAUGHAM, KING LÉOPOLD, BONO + CHERIE BLAIR.

A SENSATIONAL walk on CAP FERRAT. SOMERSET MAUGHAM, KING LÉOPOLD, BONO + CHERIE BLAIR all feature in this history walk to the Lighthouse.
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[@RichardJayJr-vz8ev]

American here 🇺🇸 Now following from Honolulu Hawaii. So glad KZbin has popped your channel up on my screen.

[@MeandMonAmi]

Welcome! Hope you enjoy!

[@stevec7372]

The stutter story man so effortlessly brushed away from his villa by Maugham was Patrick Leigh Fermor. Another fascinating character and for me the greatest travel writer of the 20th century! !

[@MeandMonAmi]

How interesting! I shall look him up. Thanks

[@dpnice7721]

An absolutely perfect video. May I add some personal memories. Working for madame we had a private access to the coastal path which her son used when he went diving. Often the family would share the fish he caught for Saturday lunch. There is a second gay encounter spot which you forgot to mention and our garden overlooked it. Madame was always intrigued why she could see naked men wandering around. I met Alan Searle in my youth; had lunch with him and a group of friends near Bournemouth; the first time I ever ate lobster. He had a private table at the la Reserve, Beaulieu, which was dressed with his own china when he dined there; he also tipped generously all the staff. I once visited Blenhiem Palace with someone extremely close to Alan and the guide was showing us a chair saying it was one of only two in the world and Roland perked up saying yes I have the other one. As I draw towards the end of my life memories become more important; thank you fror reviving so many.

[@MeandMonAmi]

Thanks DP. Now you have got me intrigued….

[@MeandMonAmi]

Just saw the second half of your comment. The Searle stories are fascinating.

[@dpnice7721]

@@MeandMonAmi My lover at that time was introducing me to the world of the rich. Unbeknown to me they jokingly told me that Alan would expect me to kiss his hand. When we met he was old and not in the best of health so held out a rather limp hand and it was only the laughter in my ex-lover's eyes that made me aware that I could shake his hand rather than kiss it.

[@MeandMonAmi]

@@dpnice7721 it’s never too late to write that book!

[@suzannehall9595]

I've been living in cap ferrat for 21 years..such an amazing place...

[@annabelaustin5282]

Lovely. Very interesting to see the fab walk.

[@MeandMonAmi]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@ewanstevenson]

I studied a couple of Somerset Maugham's short stories at school 30+ years ago ('Rain' and something else), so I enjoyed that wee bit of history. Ta.

[@MeandMonAmi]

Thanks Ewan. He was an interesting and rather complex figure

[@richardcastle9341]

Another sensational video Tim. Many thanks.

[@MeandMonAmi]

Thanks Richard

[@davidlemoda2677]

Well done ! Great channel ! Thank you so much

[@MeandMonAmi]

Thanks David

[@zeldafitzgerald437]

I adored this video! Thank you for this glorious walk around my favorite part of the world. I actually requested a Somerset Maugham story after watching your Gordon Bennett video and I got my wish! Thank you, absolutely gorgeous ❤️

[@sarahjones-jf4pr]

No..I cannot think of anything worse than being couped up in a modern cruise ship with hundreds of people, it gives me the absolute horrors! As usual thank-you for your pristine documentation of your walks beautiful and inspiring as ever.

[@MeandMonAmi]

Thanks Sarah. I’ve never much fancied a cruise but friends of mine love them.

[@thommeyer6356]

I recently discovered your channel and am quite enjoying it. As for cruise ships...as a recovering sailor (as in sailboat), I never expected to be attracted to cruise ships. But like anything else, one size does not fit all, and if you find a match that fits your needs, then cruising can be quite enjoyable. Interestingly enough, we have cruised many times with the company pictured in this video and aboard that very ship and will continue to do so. Smaller, in this case, is superior to a floating zip code.

[@MeandMonAmi]

Thanks Thom. Yup I think there are many versions of cruising..

[@andyshacks7812]

Loved the story about Somerset Maughan. What a life. I’ll try and remember that quote for any future unwelcome house guests lol. The views on that path are amazing. Thanks for a brilliant video Tim. 🙏

[@MeandMonAmi]

Thanks Andy.

[@lvasilieva6981]

Thank you for your new video. It is always very pleasurable to walk with you and Mr Boo. You bring your walk alive with knowledge of days gone by. Lyuba and David.

[@MeandMonAmi]

Thanks Lyuba and David.

[@ewajaczewska6311]

wonderful walk , so much information for me, I am going to Nice next week and will the same way thanks and will remember your stories ,_))))

[@MeandMonAmi]

Thanks Ewa. There are another nine walks

[@air1st1]

Hi Tim, Another great walk. We've done this walk a few times but usually from the East and around. But yet again you bring so much more to it with the back stories you share. Thanks again!

[@MeandMonAmi]

Thank Bob. It’s a great walk

[@barbaranelson9175]

Just discovered this vlog & found it so interesting. I will now enjoy your previous posts

[@MeandMonAmi]

Thanks Barbara. Hope you enjoy.

[@anthonylockwood2866]

Only just discovered your channel, this is better than most tv documentaries. Have visited someone I know here, so was especially interesting!

[@MeandMonAmi]

Thanks Anthony!

[@rebekahlow8375]

Another awesome video! I love the historical and cultural narrative!! Thank you so much for taking us in this marvelous walk!! Love from Vermont

[@MeandMonAmi]

Thanks Rebekah.

[@countryriderssc8558]

Love your videos

[@MeandMonAmi]

Thanks so much!

[@paulrogers8837]

Thanks for another great tour. Cruise ships in VF? We’re not keen - the sheer numbers just overwhelm & the cruisers don’t seem to bee having a good time judging by their expressions! Maybe its different on board ship? Paul & Ali

[@MeandMonAmi]

Thanks Paul and Ali. Yup it’s a tricky balance…

[@peterww3106]

I must admit I came here for the Ami because it’s such an intriguing little car. BUT, I have thoroughly enjoyed all the videos, the walks, the scenery, the photography and the views. I love the tongue in cheek comments and the common sense Yorkshire attitude in such a glamorous and sometimes fake environment. I love the tiny villages perched on the mountain tops and the absolutely fabulous food. I also love the fact you tell us how much it is!! Brilliant. I’m now trying to work out a way to drive my new ish Citroen C3 down there or even brave such a massive journey in my little 1991 Renault 4 Madam Valerie!! Now that would be epic. Even simpler than Elton. Anyway Tim and Mr Boo, you’ve grabbed my attention and I’m looking forward to lots more wonderful videos!!

[@MeandMonAmi]

Thanks very much. So glad you are enjoying. Good luck with the journey!

[@sheilamcgugan8249]

Your videos are the best Tim!! Sorry to be a bit of a geek La Cote d'Azure was coined by Stephen Liegeard in 1887. He was a poet and was into Parisian literary politics (what ever that is) He also liked to be known as the Godfather of the Cote d'Azure because of this. Not looking forward to the end of these walks they are absolutely brilliant!! Brian

[@MeandMonAmi]

Thanks Brian. Top fact! I have a plan for more walks going forward..

[@paulmurray280]

Great walk Tim, very tastefully executed

[@MeandMonAmi]

Thanks Paul.

[@geirmevik7598]

Absolutely right all the way , only u could do it 🤣🤣😂

[@MeandMonAmi]

Thanks Geir!

[@bolton737]

We’ve so enjoyed watching your back catalogue of vlogs, beautiful production and a great story told. We spent a night in January camping in our little van on plage du passable a few years ago, the little toilet on the beach was a lifesaver 😂. It’s such a beautiful beach especially in the winter when nobody is there. We went back in the summer on our motorcycle and it was absolutely goosed ( busy) so we moved on. Thanks for the great videos ❤

[@MeandMonAmi]

Thanks very much. I didn’t know you could park your van there out of season! What a great location!

[@bolton737]

@@MeandMonAmi I don’t think you can, we arrived under the cover of darkness and parked by the wall, at the bottom of the steps you walked Down Left early the next day.

[@thomasbjurstrom6480]

I would go banans on a Cruise. Nothing for me I'm afraid. Thanks for highly entertaining stories of the rich and famous. When I was twelve I wrote to Maugham. I was so proud , I had read an entire novel in English, Maugham's Mrs Craddock. He sent me a photograph of himself in profile with a dedication! I was quite shocked. To me he looked a hundred years old and very stern looking.

[@MeandMonAmi]

Glad you are enjoying. Yes the Lizard Of Oz as Noel Coward called him had quite a stern look!

[@traviswadezinn]

Another good episode, thank you - didn't get the Yorkshire reference, but I did live in Pocklington (north Yorkshire) for a while.

[@MeandMonAmi]

Gosh what was the reference. This was many years ago..

[@garyhall9329]

Nice blog again,my sister lives in the villa above that women you see doing yoga it's the orange one...look forward to the next one 😀 👍

[@MeandMonAmi]

Thanks Gary. I shall look up next time!

[@fredbaxter8371]

Wonderful.

[@MeandMonAmi]

Thanks Fred!

[@Caoucaren]

Stunning scenery and one more thing to add to my do list while here. Merci

[@MeandMonAmi]

Thanks Raoul. There are some great walks around the cap

[@williambuklad9622]

each video is a step ahead .

[@MeandMonAmi]

Thanks William. More to come

[@franchuba4995]

Hello from San Francisco, California. I found you today. Following your hikes will be my next trip to France. Are your scripts downloadable? Do you sell them in PDF form so I can print them out here at home. Do you mention humble housing for 2-3 weeks located in an area convenient for following your hikes. It’s been a real pleasure finding you on KZbin. Thank you for your excellent videos. Fran.

[@MeandMonAmi]

Send a PVT message on instagram or via youtube email..

[@vanessapearce4348]

Fabulous! I think this is my favourite of your walks to date. So quiet and peaceful. How long did it take ? As always stunning scenery and entertaining tales. What happened to lace up your boots - has it become passé 😄.

[@MeandMonAmi]

Thanks Vanessa. I couldn’t resist a cheap gag!

[@Jim_in_AR]

I was able to visit Villefranche for a few hours on the afternoon of Nov 12, during my week in Nice (I took the train from Nice). While there, I thought of trying to contact you for a visit, but decided you were likely too busy editing your video for the next day's posting. It was my first trip to the Nice area, and I've been missing it already!

[@MeandMonAmi]

Glad you enjoyed James. Next time!

[@dreadfulspiller8766]

As Mel Brooks said, It's good to be the king.

[@MeandMonAmi]

Lol

[@richardcastle9341]

Flat Cap Ferrat? You could have a Last of the Summer Wine medley with Mr Boo. 😉🤣 Foggy, Compo or Clegg - or Nora? 😉

[@MeandMonAmi]

I think he’s a Foggy!

[@richardcastle9341]

Haha me too! 🤣

[@susydyson1750]

cruise ships are ghastly!

[@ralphdemeyer]

Where is the casino i nearly wet myself :). looking forward to next week.

[@MeandMonAmi]

Thanks Brutus!

[@PGGoyeneche]

Must be a trully dissapoint walking between walls! Too many private villas. Thanks for the extra information 😘

[@simonclews]

Now don't be heading out on Ilkley Moor without your hat, Tim.

[@MeandMonAmi]

No way! Never leave t’house ba’tat!

[@franbacon4293]

Cruise ships !! I live part of my time on a small island in the Caribbean - they are an abomination but to be without them??

[@MeandMonAmi]

It’s one of those conundrums!

[@PrincessBrian777]

It would have been very nice to see the scenery of this town more.. I hate to say it but 98% of the video the camera is facing directly in your face we are not really seeing any of this beautiful seaside town....

[@MeandMonAmi]

Check out our other videos. You will see lots of Cap ferrat!

[@Vino-bv5ic]

Vanity o vanity...we're stuck w his idiotic MUG ! A sorriful video.

[@2msvalkyrie529]

Are rent boys as freely available as they were in Maugham's time. ? I assume they are more expensive these days.....? Inflation is a curse..!

[@MeandMonAmi]

Not a clue!

[@johnhetherington8830]

Cruise ships SUCK great stories however full of ghosts

[@MeandMonAmi]

thanks

[@Vino-bv5ic]

Your storytelling is false. Maugham & Haxton came to the US, early '40s, and Haxton died of alcoholism in D.C. while Willie worked on "The Razor's Edge," in the Carolinas.

[@MeandMonAmi]

Thanks for getting in touch