Chamonix
As we approached Chamonix at the base of the French Alps, the next stop on our tour, we had one thought in mind upon reaching our hotel: get our room, drop off our luggage, then head for the Aiguille du Midi gondola lift. The sky that day was sunny, although some clouds lurked along the summits of surrounding peaks. The imperative was get to the top while there was sunshine! The weather could change rapidly for the worse. As these photos show clear skies and sunshine made our ascent a memorable experience.