Due to the French rail strike, we were only able to stay at Pierre’s apartment one out of the three nights booked and paid for. Throughout the issues regarding our train being cancelled, communication with Pierre was great however despite being assured that we would be able to check in on arrival in Lyon, we were left standing at the entrance for a considerable time until managing to call him (as Elisabeth’s phone went to voicemail). We were then told that because our train was delayed by the police at the border (which I had emailed to let him know over an hour earlier and received no response) we would now have to wander the streets for a couple of hours or try to find somewhere that would store our luggage. After a five hour journey on a very crowded train that was really a very disappointing introduction to Lyon. As we only gained access after 4 pm and left first thing the following morning, we barely used the apartment however we found it comfortable, clean and pleasant, only a twenty minute walk from the station (with heavy suitcases) and easy walking distance to restaurants and bars.