The longest drive of the trip so far clocked at around 350 miles. Left Vaison la Romaine around 08:30 and drove until 17:00 with a couple of short breaks. The previous day we had filled the car with Diesel in Vaison at Euro 1.30. Arriving in Italy and it was between 1.60 and 1.70 – so, stock up before leaving France!

This was our first major visit to Italy and we found the people genuinely helpful and friendly. Even teenagers at the local bus stop asked where we were going and ensured we caught the correct bus.

The arrival at Deiva Marina was not as daunting as it looked on the maps but still a very long descent to the campsite at Camping Valdeiva. First impressions were excellent with the Italian staff incredibly friendly and helpful in sorting out a decent pitch and helping us to organise the trip on Day 6 – our one full day on the Italian Riviera.