We're now here in Paris and went for dinner last night at Les Ombres. It was an amazing evening. The only meal I can compare it to was at Villa San Michele in Fiesole, overlooking Florence.

We were seated at a table for two at the window and directly overlooking the Eiffel Tower. All lit up, occasionally flashing lights - it was incredible. The food and service were perfect. There was not one downside to the experience.

We usually share an appetizer and desert and each have our own main courses - plenty of food for us. I splurged a bit on the wine and the bill came to 188 Euro - certainly better than I expected.

As we returned to the hotel, I went over with my wife a number of the things we have done in the last few years that I never would have known about but for FlyerTalk and its participants (hmmmmm - could be an idea for a new thread!). We've been very, very fortunate. Many thanks!