Montpellier

We got a call from our old friend Gautier this week, and did a last minute trip down to Montpelier.  He lives within the city limits, but in the outskirts to the East of the city center.  It's a nice area with lots of parks, and not far from the center of town.  Soonb after we arrived, Gautier took us into the real center, and I have to say that it iOS probably one of my very favorite towns in France (even from a short visit).   The center is on a hilltop, and is a really charming, but not at all over-manicured warren of allies and a few big boulevards.  The kids immediately took to Gaut's daughter, and had a great time chasing each other around, riding the double decker merry-go-round, and generally being little savages.  

There are countless excellent looking restaurants, shops and parks.  I would love to have more time to explore at some point! 

My favorite stop was the amazing ice cream place (http://www.amorino.com/fr/).  I had caramel and coconut -- an odd combination,  but pretty amazing flavors.